Installation Guide
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EMERGENCY OPERATION: 
If the lift becomes inoperative in the raised position, it is best to wait until the 
electrical power is restored before lowering the vehicle. However, if it’s critical to 
safety that the lift be lowered, the following steps should be taken. 
NOTE: Safely performing this process requires 3 people. All personnel
should stay clear of the path of the lift. All tools and other non-secured
items should be removed from the surface of the runways.
1)    Survey the area surrounding the lift; remove any items and personnel from 
area before proceeding with this procedure. 
2)    Perform the appropriate lockout/tag out procedure on the electrical 
energy. 
3)    Use a second person standing at a safe distance away from the lift to 
keep watch on the area, lift, vehicle and other personnel throughout the 
process. This person should signal the person performing the procedure 
to stop if necessary. 
4)    Use a caution tape or similar to barrier the area around the lift to avoid 
personnel from accidently entering the area while this process is being 
performed. 
5)    Do not proceed with this procedure if you are unfamiliar with the lift or its 
function. 
IF THE MECHANICAL LOCKS ARE NOT ENGAGED: 
1)    Pull safety release lever simultaneously pressing the descent lever on the 
power pack. 
2)    Keep a close eye on the movement of the lift and the position of the 
vehicle; release descent lever if any abnormal movement is detected. 
3)    Continue until the lift is fully lowered. 
4)    Once power is restored follow the lockout/tag out procedure to return the 
lift back into service. 
IF THE MECHANICAL LOCKS ARE ENGAGED: 
Various methods can be used to raise the lift in order to get sufficient clearance 
to disengage the mechanical locks. The safest method would employ temporary 
electrical power to the lift using a portable power generator. Any electrical 
connections should be done by a licensed electrician; lockout/tag out procedures 
should also be employed at this time. 
This process should only be performed by a trained professional. Contact 
customer service or a local service professional for further assistance. 
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN OR REMOVE HYDRAULIC 
CONNECTIONS OR FITTINGS UNDER PRESSURE. SERIOUS 
INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR.










