BASELINE Lift BL412 - Manual (Page 5)

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2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your garage equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions
2. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if equipment has been dropped or
damaged – until it has been examined by a qualified service person
3. To reduce risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of
flammable liquids (gasoline)
4. Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion
engines
5. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from moving parts
6. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use on wet surfaces or expose to rain
7. Use only as directed in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments
8. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are not safety glasses
Basic common sense safety precautions should always be followed when installing, operating
and maintaining the lift as a risk of fire, electric shock, injury or death may be present.
In addition:
1. Only trained and authorized personnel should position a vehicle and operate the lift.
2. Inspect the lift daily. Do not operate if potential problems have been identified or lift
malfunctions. Do not operate if lift has damaged or broken components. Never walk or
work under the lift unless all safety locks are completely engaged.
3. Never overload the lift. The hydraulic system on this lift is not designed to be a load
holding device. Mechanical safety locks must be engaged before proceeding under the lift
for vehicle servicing or lift maintenance. Never override operating controls. This is unsafe
and will void the warranty.
4. Before driving a vehicle onto the lift, insure that the lift and lift area is clear of all debris
and that all oil and grease has been cleaned from runway surfaces.
5. Always chock wheels and set parking brake before lifting vehicle.
6. When using a jack(s) to raise a vehicle, position jack lifting pads to contact vehicle
manufacturers recommended lifting points. Raise jack slowly until all pads contact the
vehicle. Confirm that the vehicle is stable on the jack(s) before raising to desired working
height.
7. Important: Removal or installation of heavier parts can change the vehicle's center of
gravity on the jack(s) resulting in a critical load shift. The vehicle may then be unstable.
Plan ahead for this possibility to insure continued safety and refer to the vehicle
manufacturer’s service manual for recommended procedures.
8. Always keep the lift area free of obstructions and debris. Grease and oil spills should be
cleaned up immediately.
9. Never raise a vehicle on the lift with passengers inside. Before lowering, check the lift