AMMCO SM6000 PORTABLE MID-RISE LIFT - Manual (Page 5)

Model SM6000
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
File: MR6-IOM-E.doc 5 Rev: 12/12/08
Installation
1. Locate the lift on a level concrete floor with
adequate space on all sides. Minimum floor
thickness is 4”. Minimum floor strength is 3500 psi.
WARNING DO NOT install on asphalt or other
similar unstable surface.
CAUTION If lift is to be used in a paint booth, the
electrical power unit MUST be mounted outside the
booth.
Power Unit
1. Connect the end of the hydraulic hose with the
90-degree elbow to the pressure port on the
power unit. Tighten securely to prevent
leaking.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the hose, never
run the hose under the lift or in the path of the
automobile tires.
2. Fill the reservoir with 6 quarts clean 10wt anti-
foam, anti-rust hydraulic oil or Dexron III ATF.
DO NOT USE OILS WITH DETERGENTS.
3. Place the open end of the hose into a clean
bucket.
4. Plug power unit cord into a dedicated 115V
single phase 60 cycle circuit with a 25 amp
circuit breaker or time delay fuse
5. Cycle the power unit (2 seconds on, 2 seconds
off) until the hose expels a steady stream of
fluid.
6. Connect the hose to the tee fitting on the lift.
7. Actuate the power unit and raise the lift fully,
then lower the lift to the floor. Repeat 3 to 4
times.
CAUTION The power unit operates at high
pressure.
Raise and lower lift a few times and check hose
and fittings for leaks and tighten if required.
Check for binding, misalignment or damage.
Correct any unusual condition before raising
vehicle.
L OCK R ELEASE C ABLE
8. Raise the lift until a click is heard; make sure
the lock pawl can pivot freely.
9. Look for the threaded tab on the safety lock
assembly. Back the jam nut off the threaded
coiler and adjust until the slack is removed.
Tighten the lock nut and test the lock release
mechanism 3 or 4 times to ensure proper
function.
D ECAL P LACEMENT
10. Center and apply the decal on the side of the
main platform, Fig 1.
Fig 1 – Decal Placement