Autoquip Q-LIFT - Manual (Page 25)

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6.2.5 Oil Capacity
Oil capacity varies between models. Capacity is between 2 quarts & 10 gallons.
Use approved fluids only. Use of unauthorized fluids may cause damage
to seals and hosing.
Do Not Use:
• Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
• Hydraulic Jack Oil
• Hydraulic
Fluids
• Brake
Fluids
6.3 General Maintenance
6.3.1 Hydraulic Cylinder Repair
6.3.1.1. Cylinder Plunger Removal
1. Raise lift to its full height and engage
maintenance devices. See “Maintenance
Devices”.
2. Disconnect electrical power to lift. Follow lock
out-tag out procedure.
3. Disconnect cylinder hose (A) at power unit end
and insert into reservoir oil-fill hole.
4. Remove thrust angle clips (B) from ram end of
cylinder and force ram slowly back to its fully
closed position to push oil back into reservoir.
5. Remove cylinder hose (A) from reservoir fill hole
and pull ram all of the way out of cylinder.
Support it carefully so that it does not drop when
it clears cylinder end. Lay it down in a safe,
clean place. Some oil may drip from the end of
cylinder so have waste cloth or paper beneath
lift to protect floor.
NOTICE