Post on 15-Dec-2015
Lift Safety
Mr. Lombardi 06/07
Lift Safety
Inspect lift before each use. Never operate lift if it malfunctions
or if it has broken, damaged, or missing parts.
Lift Safety
Operating controls are designed to close when released. Don’t block open or override them.
Red: Power up Purple: Lift Down Yellow: Safety
Release
Lift Safety Never overload your lift. Our lifts are rated for 9000 lbs.
Lift Safety
Only trained and authorized personnel should position the vehicle and operate the lift.
Only Mr. Lombardi or Mr. McCormick can “OK” a vehicle for lifting
Lift Safety Center vehicle side to side
So lift arms contact the vehicle evenly
Lift Safety Center vehicle weight (balance pt.)
front to back So vehicle isn’t nose or tail heavy
Car’s Balance Point
Lift Safety Position lift supports to contact at
the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting points.
Lift Points
Always lift on a structural component (frame)
Usually just inside of wheels
Front and Rear lift pads must contact vehicle at same time
Cont.
Lift Points (full fame)
A
Lift Points (unit-body)
Black(1): sub-frame
Gray(2): Body seam
Yellow: Floor pan reinforcements
Cont. 1.
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Lift Points
Lift Points
Lift Safety When working under a vehicle, the
lift should be raised above the desired height of the vehicle, then lowered onto the safety latch.
Lift Safety
Always remember, our personal safety is the highest priority!
The End