Installation manual

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WELDING LIFTGATE TO VEHICLE
TACK WELD (TYPICAL)
1/2” LG.
TACK WELD TO VEHICLE FRAME
(LEFT HAND COLUMN SHOWN)
FIG. 9-1
If a fork lift was used to hoist the unit and the fork lift is required for other work, the column
assemblies must be tack welded to the vehicle corner posts (FIG. 9-1) before dis-engag-
ing the fork lift. Tack weld on both columns as shown in FIG. 9-1. See page 10.
If an overhead chain hoist was used, it should remain hooked to the unit until the welding
procedure is completed. If the hoist needs to be removed before welding, tack weld as
shown in FIG. 9-1 before removing hoist.
When welding operations are in progress NEVER allow fl ame,
heat or sparks to come in contact with lift chain.
WARNING
!
NOTE: Repeat procedure for right hand column.
WELDING PROCEDURE
1/4”