Harmar Mobility AL500 - Manual (Page 4)

Vehicle Hitch
lbs
Must NOT
Exceed Hitch
Manufacturer's
Max Tongue
Weight
OR
X lbs
Chair /
Scooter
IF
USED
40 lbs
Swing
Away
Not for
AL030
To install an Outside Lift on a vehicle, the vehicle must be capable of accepting a Class 2 or Class 3
hitch. If you are unsure about the vehicle and hitch compatibility, contact a local hitch installer or the
web sites below. The vehicle should also be wired with standard 4 post trailer wiring.
Listed below are three websites of hitch companies that can be used as a reference
www.hitch-web.com, www.reeseprod.com, or www.draw-tite.com
Be sure to recommend a hitch installer that is reputable, insured, and capable, as their work has a
direct reflection on the customers perception of a properly installed mobility lift.
Important Note: Not every vehicle is capable of having a hitch installed
Remember: Calculate the weights of the lift, mobility device, and where applicable the swing away
option, being certain that the total weight does not exceed the recommended tongue weight of the
hitch. Different types of hitches are capable of bearing different amount of tongue weight.
The lift manufacturer suggests the installer observe the vehicles Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings and
Restrictions.
Important Note: Some states have very strict license plate obstruction laws, so be sure to familiarize
yourself with the local and state laws.
Important Note: Assure the receiver tube of the hitch is parallel to the ground. This is not a
recommendation, but rather a requirement.
If the hitch is not installed properly, it will affect the functioning of the lift.
Some vehicles will require that the rear suspension be supplemented. The manufacturer
recommends the installer contact a suspension specialist for additional technical support.
A vehicle with a Class 3 (Class 2 requires optional accessories) hitch and standard 4 post trailer
wiring is ready for installation of the lift.
PRODUCT:
AL 100
AL 500
AL 550
AL 300
AL 301XL
AL 010/050
AL 030
AL 560
WEIGHT:
98 lbs
95
112
127
110
73
60
105
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
HITCH
CLASS:
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
1, 2 or 3
2 or 3
+ + =
VEHICLE HITCH
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