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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. General Information Section ........... . . 5 1.1 Introduction .
  • Page 4 6. Operation Section ............. 36 6.1 General Safety Operating Instructions .

  • Page 5: General Information Section

    fl uid to pass from one lift cylinder to the other maintenance time, and increase operating time; making until the hydraulic fl uid is balanced on both sides. Anthony Liftgates the best choice for rail application liftgates. After rephasing, the platform should be level with the truck fl...

  • Page 6: Important Operation Notes

    Anthony Liftgates should only be installed by those ramp, fencing, straps, etc. This should be considered with suffi cient skills to understand the installation and...

  • Page 7: Model Information

    Safety Section and read it thoroughly before proceeding to the next page. At the bottom of each page is the Anthony Liftgates Inc. Product Support phone number. If you are unclear about any of the instructions, please phone Anthony Liftgates’...

  • Page 8: Decals

    Call decals, refer to “5. Safety Decals” on page 32 of this or write our offi ce listed below. manual. For questions or to order parts, contact: Anthony Liftgates, Inc. 1037 West Howard Street Pontiac, Illinois 61764 (815) 842-3383 Web: www.anthonyliftgates.com...

  • Page 9: Safety Section

    It is the responsibility of the installer/operator to Most accidents involving the operation maintenance, understand and perform proper operating or repair of products made by Anthony Liftgates occur procedures. Be aware of the inherent dangers in because the owner/installer/operator faile to observe the use of this product and the tools used to install it.
  • Page 10 Always follow manufacturers’ safety Anthony Liftgates recommends not riding the recommendations when working around the truck’s liftgate, however, if the delivery operation battery. requires it, make sure your footing is stable Take precautions to avoid sparks coming into before raising or lowering platform.

  • Page 11: Safety Icons Nomenclature

    Safety Icons Nomenclature 2.4.3 Hazard Avoidance This manual and the equipment has numerous safety Slipping injury icons. These safety icons provide important operating instructions which alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Tripping injury 2.4.1 Personal Protection/Important Information Safety alert symbol Read the manual Explosion hazard Use proper tools...

  • Page 12: Nomenclature

    3. Nomenclature Liftgate Nomenclature. Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. MRT Models www.anthonyliftgates.com 800-482-0003...

  • Page 13: Power Unit Nomenclature

    Power Unit Nomenclature. Item Description Item Description Electrical Control Wiring Electric Motor Platform Opening Speed Adjustment Hydraulic Pump Platform Closing Speed Adjustment 10 Amp Fuse Fill/Breather Cap High Pressure Hose Hydraulic Fluid Level Sight Tube Drain Hose Platform Open Valve Cartridge Coil Curbside Lift Cylinder Hydraulic Hose Platform Close Valve Cartridge Coil Streetside Lift Cylinder Hydraulic Hose...

  • Page 14: Installation Section

    ASSEMBLY .5” MRT-1003 9.5” LIGHT GUARD Dimensions of Anthony Liftgates Magnum RailTrac Liftgate. Can be removed if other lights are used. Tools Required Van Body Capacity Ratings The following is a list of suggested tools that should be used to install the Magnum RailTrac Liftgate.

  • Page 15: Welding Stainless Steel To Galvanized

    CAUTION FUME HAZARD Follow OSHA other workplace safety standards when welding. Welding stainless steel creates hexavalent chromium fumes which can irritate the nose, throat, and lungs. Repeated or prolonged exposure can damage the mucous membranes of the nasal passages and result in ulcers.

  • Page 16: Installation Of Railtrac Liftgates On Flatbed Trucks

    Installation Of RailTrac Liftgates On 4. If the truck body corner posts are made from aluminum, six steel mounting brackets must be Flatbed Trucks fabricated and installed on the corner posts. Described below is the installation requirements for the diagonal bracing used on fl atbed truck bodies. Two WARNING sets of diagonal braces (two upper and two lower) are required.

  • Page 17: Prior To Installation

    5. Make sure the corner posts are flush with the rear sill. Prior To Installation If they are not flush, add spacers, as shown in the 1. Place the truck on a flat, level surface. The rear illustration. surface of the truck or trailer must be straight and square.

  • Page 18: Installation Procedure

    Installation Procedure 3. Measure and determine the centerline of the liftgate. Mark this point. This section of the manual will guide you through the complete installation process, step-by-step. It is important that you follow all of the instructions in the sequence we have provided.
  • Page 19 6. Remove the two shipping legs, but do not remove 8. Center the liftgate assembly side-to-side on the rear bottom cross support. of the vehicle by matching the liftgate and truck body centerline markings. Hold or clamp the columns of the liftgate securely against the rear frame of the vehicle using heavy-duty C-clamp(s) on each side.

  • Page 20: Weld Power Pack And Battery Box Enclosures To Truck Body

    9. Tack weld the liftgate to both corner posts of the 1. Make sure the truck body crossmembers are clean vehicle. Place the tack welds (8 welds) at the top and and free of dirt or paint. bottom (inside and outside) of each column. The tack 2.

  • Page 21: Make The Hydraulic Connections

    5. Use 1/4 inch welds to weld the hanger channel to all 3. Remove the two caps from the flow divider, indicated chassis crossmembers or a minimum of three trailer by the arrows. crossmembers and add any necessary bracing. 4. Remove the plugs from the end of each hydraulic hose.
  • Page 22 6. Attach hydraulic hose (3) for the open/close cylinder 11. Connect the liftgate control cable, which controls all to the fitting on the outside of the power unit. the liftgate functions (up, down, open, and close) to its mating connection inside the power pack 7.

  • Page 23: Make The Electrical Connections

    4.8.4 Make the Electrical Connections Note: The battery supply cable may need to be cut to various lengths to connect the power pack, the batteries in the liftgate battery box, and the vehicle’s batteries. For information on properly crimping battery lugs onto the cable, refer to the Cable Lug Installation section in this manual.
  • Page 24 14. Make sure the power cut-off switch on the liftgate 16. Connect one end of the battery supply cable (wire battery box is in the Off position. supplied with kit) to the On/Off switch (C). 17. Connect the other end of the cable to the liftgate batteries positive (+) post.
  • Page 25 19. Route the other end of the battery cable from the 25. Connect a #14 gauge wire between chassis ground liftgate battery box to the vehicle’s battery box. and the battery separator ground terminal. This may momentarily activate the battery separator. This is 20.

  • Page 26: Check The Operation Of The Liftgate

    4.8.5 Check the Operation Of the Liftgate 3. Remove and discard the middle shipping support that attaches to both columns, just below the lights. CAUTION Make sure the area where the platform will be functioning (up, down, open, and close) is free of obstructions and people before operating the liftgate.

  • Page 27: Complete The Final Welding

    6. Raise and lower the platform to make sure it operates 4.8.6 Complete The Final Welding without binding. Air introduced into the system during 1. Thoroughly check the position of the liftgate assembly installation will work itself out after several cycles of before starting the final welding.

  • Page 28: Cable Lug Installation

    3. Weld the floor extension crossmember to the chassis Cable Lug Installation or trailer rear sill using seven, equally spaced 3/16” 1. Strip insulation one inch back from the end of the wide by 2” long welds across the top edge of the floor cable to expose the copper wire.

  • Page 29: Mount Inside Van Control (Optional)

    4.10 Mount Inside Van Control (Optional) 4.11 Dock Seal Kit Installation (Optional) The inside van control (optional) will allow an operator The dock seal kit should be installed after liftgate to raise and lower the liftgate from inside the trailer. The installation is complete.

  • Page 30: Air Bleeding Procedure For Mrt Liftgates (Gravity Down Models Only!)

    4.12 Air Bleeding Procedure For MRT Liftgates 3. Using the “UP” control switch, raise the liftgate platform all the way up until the platform stops at (Gravity Down Models ONLY!) truck/trailer floor level (the lift cylinders will be fully This procedure will remove/bleed the air that is trapped retracted).

  • Page 31: Final Inspection Checklist

    Personal injury may result. If you have any liftgate. questions, contact your nearest Anthony distributor, or the Anthony Liftgates main office.  Make sure the platform is operating at the recommended speeds of 5 seconds for “opening” and 5-7 seconds for “closing”. If not, refer to the ...

  • Page 32: Safety Decals

    For a complete part number list of the decals used on the Magnum RailTrac Liftgates, refer to the Decals section in the Parts manual. For replacement decals contact: Anthony Liftgates, Inc. 1037 West Howard Street Pontiac, Illinois 61764 (815) 842-3383 Web: www.anthonyliftgates.com...

  • Page 33: Decal Illustrations

    Decal Illustrations A-176566 03/2008 CAUTION Make sure the proper “maximum capacity” decal goes on the appropriate liftgate. For example, the “5500 Maximum Capacity” decal goes on MRT-5500 models only. Do not put a higher rated decal (6500 pound) on a smaller liftgate (model 5500); this could result in liftgate damage or possibly personal injury.
  • Page 34 NOTICE FOR STORAGE THIS LIFTGATE IS PROTECTED A-131130 WITH AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD CIRCUIT BREAKER, LOCATED NEAR THE POWER SUPPLY. A-150238 03/2008 WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Operation may require user to stand on platform. To prevent injury or death of operators or bystanders: Read and follow operator/owner manual for safety, •...
  • Page 35 A-146982 03/2008 A-131030, Rev. A 03/2008 A-131013 WARNING Secure this cover using "thumb screws" on front, and if equipped, with "rubber straps"! If cover falls off while in transit, personal injury may result! A-131085 MRT Models Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. 800-482-0003 www.anthonyliftgates.com...

  • Page 36: Operation Section

    6. Operation Section General Safety Operating Instructions Don’ts The following is a list of Do’s and Don’ts for the ✘ Do not overload the platform. The maximum rated operation of the liftgate. capacity is based on an evenly distributed load on the platform’s fl...

  • Page 37: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions 6.2.2 Position Platform For Loading And Unloading 6.2.1 Position Platform For Dock Loading 1. Turn ON the main power to the liftgate. The switch is 1. Turn ON the main power to the liftgate. The switch is located on the side of the trailer with the battery box located on the side of the trailer with the battery box or in the cab.

  • Page 38: Position Platform To In-Transit Stored Position

    4. Press the “Up” or “Down” switch to raise or lower the 5. Turn the liftgate control switch to “Off.” platform. 6.2.4 Cart Stop Operation 1. To release the cart stop to its open position, push the 6.2.3 Position Platform to In-Transit Stored cart stop latch outboard with your foot in a hard sole Position shoe/boot.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Section

    Anthony Liftgates’ manuals, • Normal wear items will last longer because they have contact your Anthony Liftgates’ dealer or call the been properly maintained and lubricated.

  • Page 40: Monthly Inspection

    7.1.1 Monthly Inspection 6. Check the electrical and hydraulic connections inside the power pack enclosure and the battery box. Preventive maintenance should be performed on a  Check all control wires for corrosion and make monthly schedule or any time the unit shows signs of sure they have tight connections.

  • Page 41: Semi-Annual Inspection

    13. Examine all Warning, Capacity, and Operational Decals. If they are not readable they should be replaced. New replacement decals can be obtained from Anthony Liftgates, Inc. MRT Models Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. 800-482-0003 www.anthonyliftgates.com...

  • Page 42: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Procedures

    Low Pressure Threshold Chart Model Low Pressure Threshold 5. Remove the coil from the lowering valve cartridge assembly. MRT-3500 1500 psi MRT-4500 1700 psi 6. Remove the lowering valve cartridge from the pump body. MRT-5500...

  • Page 43: Raise/Lower Flow Control Valve

    7.2.4 Raise/Lower Flow Control Valve 7.2.5 Adjusting Platform Speed Depending on several factors, such as oil viscosity The platform should operate at recommended speeds (thickness) and ambient temperature, the raise and/ of 5 seconds to “open” and 5-7 seconds to “close” the or lower speed of the liftgate platform may need to be platform.

  • Page 44: Battery Separator

    7.2.6 Battery Separator Lamp Connections (optional) Connect a #14 gauge wire from the lamp terminal of The optional battery separator is designed for use in MRT the battery separator to one end of an indicator lamp application as a solenoid priority system to protect the (250 mA maximum current draw).

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    8. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Causes Possible Solution Motor does not run when Cab cut-off switch. Turn switch located in pump enclosure to control switch is activated. ON position. Dead or low battery. Make sure battery is fully charged. Check for loose or corroded battery connections.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Causes Possible Solution Motor runs, but platform will not Load capacity has been exceeded. Verify load capacity and adjust load raise, will not raise rated capacity, weight. or raises, but drifts down when Structural damage. Replace damaged parts. control switch is released.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Causes Possible Solution Platform lowers extremely slow. Defective flow control valve. Readjust flow control valve (inside pump box, in line of hydraulic hose). One valve is for open and close speed, the other is for lowering speed. Replace the flow control valve.

  • Page 48: Inspection Record

    9. Inspection Record Anthony LIftgates, Inc. Liftgate Inspection Record Date of Inspection Notes, observations, maintenance performed, etc. Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. MRT Models www.anthonyliftgates.com 800-482-0003...

  • Page 49: Warranty Section

    10. Warranty Section Anthony Liftgates, Inc. is not responsible or liable for 10.1 Limited Warranty loss of time, cost, labor, material, profi ts, direct or indirect Magnum RailTrac damages caused by failed components, whether due to 3 yrs Mechanical + 3 yrs Electric/Hydraulic...
  • Page 50 Notes _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. MRT Models www.anthonyliftgates.com 800-482-0003...

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