Dhollandia DH-RP.06 User manual

use-DHR-CE EN-2019-A-01-rev0 28/03/2019
Manufacturer:
DHOLLANDIA N.V. Zoomstraat 9 9160 LOKEREN (Belgium)
Tel : [phone] Fax : [phone]
e-mail : [email protected]
website : www.dhollandia.com
DH-R* fold away tail lifts
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OPERATION MANUAL
Read the manual in its entirety before operating the liftgate
Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and liftgate operator

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 UNDERSTANDING SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS..................................................................................................................2
2 CONTACT INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMERS..........................................................................................................................3
3 GENERAL INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................4
4 INTENDED USE ............................................................................................................................................................................4
5 IDENTIFICATION ..........................................................................................................................................................................5
6 DESCRIPTION AND TAIL LIFT TERMINOLOGY .........................................................................................................................5
6.1 General .................................................................................................................................................................................5
6.2 Safety Devices ......................................................................................................................................................................8
7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE TAIL LIFT ...............................................................................................................1
7.1 DO NOT use tail lift without adequate safety and operator training ......................................................................................1
7.2 General safety instructions....................................................................................................................................................1
7.3 Danger zones, risk of crush and shear injury ........................................................................................................................7
7.4 Safe operator position ...........................................................................................................................................................9
7.5 Instructions for working at loading docks ............................................................................................................................11
7.6 Recommended daily pre-trip inspection ..............................................................................................................................12
7.7 Importance of preventative maintenance ............................................................................................................................13
8 LOAD CHARTS AND CORRECT LOADING PROCEDURES.....................................................................................................14
9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES.........................................................................................17
9.1 Platform ride........................................................................................................................................................................17
9.2 Automatic tilt at ground level ...............................................................................................................................................18
9.3 Remarks on use of the tilt cylinders ....................................................................................................................................19
9.4 Main external control boxes ................................................................................................................................................19
9.5 Most popular auxiliary controls............................................................................................................................................24
9.6 Switching the main power ON / OFF...................................................................................................................................26
9.7 Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................27
9.8 The use of stabilizing legs...................................................................................................................................................30
9.9 The use of cart stops...........................................................................................................................................................32
10 DECALS.......................................................................................................................................................................................34
11 MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS ........................................................................................................................37
12 END NOTE ..................................................................................................................................................................................39

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1 UNDERSTANDING SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS
Many safety signs and symbols used in this manual are based on international standards, others refer to specific situations or
actions.
Consult section 11 page 37 for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals, and their meaning.
Please take special notice of the following signs used in the manual. They indicate the likelihood and severity of a potential injury if a
person fails to follow the instructions presented on the safety sign.
WARNING
 Failure to understand and to follow the instructions in this manual can put the operator and any bystanders at great risk
of serious bodily injury and death.
 Prior to operating the tail lift, make sure you understand the safety and warning signs used, and read them in conjunction
with the instructions in this manual.
 If in doubt, DO NOT operate the tail lift. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info.
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DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury. [white letters on red background]
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury. [black letters on orange background]
CAUTION: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury. [black letters on yellow background]
NOTICE: is used to address practices not related to physical injury. [white letters on blue
background]
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: indicate general instructions relative to safe work practices,
reminders of proper safety procedures, or the location of safety equipment. [white letters on
green background]
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: is used to alert the user to potential hazards. All safety messages
that accompany this sign shall be obeyed to avoid possible harm. [free-standing, or on back-
ground colours red, orange, yellow or black]

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2 CONTACT INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMERS
DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are regularly being adapted to new vehicle and chassis developments, and specialized customer
requirements. Therefore, DHOLLANDIA reserves the right to alter product specifications without prior notice; and potentially
modifications or new developments might not have been taken into account at the time of printing
NOTICE
Please confirm you have reviewed the most up-to-date version of this manual prior to operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA
tail lift. See below for instructions to download the latest version of the manual.
 Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor if you have any questions regarding the installation, operation, repair and
maintenance of DHOLLANDIA tail lifts, to obtain replacement copies of manuals or decals, or to learn about available equipment
options for DHOLLANDIA tail lifts.
 Take notice of following important disclaimers:
DISCLAIMERS
 DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury, death, or property damage that results from operating a tail lift that
has been modified from the original design, without explicit written approval from the manufacturer.
 DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury, death, or property damage that results from use of aftermarket or
non-OEM replacement parts for service or repair of the tail lift.
 DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury, death, or property damage that results from improper use of the tail
lift.
 DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury, death, or property damage that results from overloading or improperly
loading the platform, disregard of the maximum rated lift capacity and the applicable load charts.
 There are no warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability or a warranty of fitness for a particular
purpose extending beyond that set forth in this manual.
If in doubt where to find your national DHOLLANDIA distributor, visit the official DHOLLANDIA website
www.dhollandia.com →Country selection / language selection →Distributors & service
The latest version of all manuals can also be downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website
www.dhollandia.com →Downloads →User’s manuals →… select required manual
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3 GENERAL INTRODUCTION
 This OPERATION MANUAL explains how the DHOLLANDIA tail lift is manufactured; what safety devices are incorporated in its
design; and how to use the tail lift in a correct manner, that preserves the integrity of the machine over the intended lifetime and
helps maximize the safety of the operator and any bystanders.
 The MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL (separate) explains how to maintain and service the tail lift in the appropriate
manner, maximizing the safety of the operator and any bystanders, and ensuring the reliability of the tail lift over the intended
lifetime.
 The CE IDENTIFICATION AND INSPECTION BOOK (separate) contains the serial number identification, the CE Declaration of
Conformity, the Fitting Declaration to be filled out by the installer of the tail lift, and an overview of the owner’s legal obligations in
terms of periodic testing and certification.
 The manuals must be kept with the tail lift at all times, as a reference book for the operators and technical service personnel.
4 INTENDED USE
DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are designed to be fitted to commercial vehicles (commercial trucks, trailers and semi-trailers), and shall be
used exclusively to load and unload the goods transported on the vehicle they are fitted to, within the limits of the load chart, in
compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions described in this manual.
WARNING
 Improper use of the tail lift will put the operator and other parties at great risk of serious bodily injury and death. Therefore, the
use of the tail lift is restricted to skilled operators only; who have been properly trained, and who know and understand the full
contents of this manual.
 Unauthorized modifications to the tail lift can put the operator and other parties at great risk of serious bodily injury and death.
Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to modify the tail lift and its safety devices in any way.
 Use of aftermarket or non-OEM replacement parts to repair or maintain the tail lift is strictly prohibited and may result in serious
bodily injury or death to the operator or any bystanders.
WARNING
 Improper use of the tail lift will put the operator and bystanders at great risk of serious bodily injury and death. Therefore, it is
strictly forbidden to use the tail lift in a different way, or for different purposes than described in the operation manual.
 The tail lift must NEVER be used as an elevated work platform, to push loads, or to carry people.
 The tail lift must NEVER be used as a wheelchair lift.
 DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury and / or property damage that results from improper use.

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5 IDENTIFICATION
6 DESCRIPTION AND TAIL LIFT TERMINOLOGY
6.1 GENERAL
 DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, high quality materials and components
and highly skilled workmanship. They comply with the European CE safety regulations mentioned in the Declaration of Conformity
issued with each lift (unless agreed otherwise for tail lifts exported outside of CE region).
 The DH-R… series comprises of a range of fold-away tail lifts, designed for a wide variety of trucks, trailers and semi-trailers, and
is available with lift capacities ranging from 600 to 2,500 kg.
 In its travel position, the foldable platform of the tail lift is safely stowed underneath the vehicle body. To deploy the tail lift, the
platform and lifting mechanism are lowered to the ground by means of the electric controls. Then the platform main section and
flip-over point are unfolded manually.
 Main details and terminology: see below
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 Every DHOLLANDIA liftgate is identified by and labelled with
a unique 8-digit serial number (with or without a space
between the first and last 4 digits). Use this number for any
inquiry on a particular tail lift, or when ordering replacement
parts.
 In addition to the tail lift type and serial number, the various
serial number labels provide additional information, such as:
the maximum rated lift capacity and load chart, the date of
manufacture, etc...
 These labels are usually affixed to various tail lift components,
and can be found in following locations (the yellow arrows
point to the serial numbers):
Affixed to the side of the vehicle body, or on the platform

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TAIL LIFT TERMINOLOGY
See figure on next page for parts corresponding to numbers in this table
# Description
1 Lift frame: mounted in a fixed position under the vehicle chassis. It bears the platform and its load via connection to the lift
arms and hydraulic cylinders.
2 Mounting plates: used to mount the lift frame to the vehicle chassis.
3 Foldable platform: carries the load during loading / unloading, lifting / lowering. Consists of a platform main section and a
flip-over point.
3a Platform main section: inboard section of the foldable platform. Manufactured from steel or lightweight aluminium, with a
permanent non-slip working surface.
3b Flip-over point: foldable, outboard section of the platform. Manufactured from lightweight aluminium.
4 Lift arms L+R: actuated by the hydraulic lift cylinders, used to LIFT / LOWER the platform and its load.
5 Lift cylinders L+R: 1 or 2 hydraulic cylinders used to LIFT / LOWER the lift arms, the platform and its load.
6 Parallel arms L+R: 2 parallel arms, supporting the platform while it travels up and down.
7 Hydraulic pump unit: contains the electric motor driving the hydraulic pump, the oil tank, and the control valves.
8 Toggle-switch control: easy-to-use controls to LIFT / LOWER the platform, mostly mounted in fixed position at the side of
the vehicle body, or on the rear post of the body.
9 Bumper bar: under run protection device, certified conformance to CE legislation.
10 Center point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the
maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts.
11 Platform opener: arm with roller(s) mounted on the lift frame, assisting the deployment of the platform from its travel position
to the work position, then back to its travel position.
12 Extension plate: Heavy duty steel extension mounted to the rear sill of the vehicle floor, with a permanent non-slip surface
13 Side steps L + R: steps mounted to the side of the extension floor to help the driver climb into the vehicle from the side. The
side steps incorporate rubber dock bumpers [13a]; support channels [13b] and diagonal braces [13c].
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Dock bumpers: rubber buffers mounted on the rear face of the side steps, to reduce impact damage when the vehicle is
reverting into a loading dock.
Support channels: steel channels welded to the underside of the vehicle body (to the rear sill and support cross members
underneath the vehicle floor).
Diagonal braces: steel profiles linking the side steps and dock bumpers with the support channels welded to the underside
of the vehicle body. The construction with support channels and diagonal braces aims to distribute the forces of a dock impact
over the rear sill and support cross members of the vehicle body and avoid damage as much as possible.
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6.2 SAFETY DEVICES
DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are equipped with multiple safety devices in order to ensure that goods can be loaded and unloaded with
maximum safety for the operator, any incidental bystanders, and the load itself. The following safety devices are incorporated or
recommended on most tail lifts:
 Electrical safety valves mounted on all cylinders [standard]. The safety
valves lock the oil inside the hydraulic cylinders as long as they are not
energized via the electrical controls. The purpose is to secure the platform
in its travel position while driving, or in any other fixed position, in case of
accidental failure of a hydraulic pipe (as soon as the electrical controls are
released).
DHOLLANDIA safety valves are equipped with a manual emergency
control, allowing the operator or repair agent to open the valve manually in
case of electrical failure (see MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL).
 Mechanical platform lock(s) [optional]. DHOLLANDIA offers (a)
mechanical platform lock(s) as an option, to further secure the platform in
its travel position in case of accidental loss of hydraulic pressure.
The use of a platform lock is good and safe practice in general. Also,
depending on the vehicle payload and the type of tail lift, extra locks might
be compulsory to comply with the CE load containment regulations
EN12195 and EN 12642 Code XL. Ask DHOLLANDIA for further advice.
 Pressure relief valve [standard]. Safety device integrated into the pump unit, enabling the manufacturer and the installer of the
tail lift to limit the real lift capacity to the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift sold, and to protect it against overload while
LIFTING.
 Pressure compensated flow valves [standard]. Flow valves are integrated in the hydraulic circuits to ensure the platform
lowers at a safe speed, both when empty as when fully loaded.
 Marking of the center point of maximum load [standard]. Tail lifts are
not designed to LIFT and LOWER weights corresponding to their
maximum rated capacity over the entire surface of the platform. The
maximum rated capacity is only valid at a specified distance or “center
point of maximum load” behind the vehicle body. Behind that point marked
on the platform, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to
the load diagrams supplied with the tail lift. See also section 8 on load
charts and correct loading procedures.
 2-hand exterior control box [standard]. On the exterior control box
mounted in fixed position at the side of the vehicle body, all functions are
actuated by means of a control switch and a safety switch. The
compulsory use of 2 hands to actuate the various lift functions, protects
the operator from crushing their head, limbs or upper body between the
LIFTING or CLOSING platform and the rear frame of the vehicle body.

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 Tail lift on/off switch [min. 1 compulsory]. Depending on configuration,
the electrical power to the tail lift is switched on / off by means of:
1. A cabin switch (provided by the truck manufacturer or
DHOLLANDIA [option OAE503.2]). This switch enables the
operator to switch the control power to the main exterior control box
on / off. If equipped with a position sensor [option OAE502], it also
provides a signal if the platform is stowed in its travel position or left
open.
2. A main battery disconnect switch integrated in the exterior
control box [optional]. This switch enables the operator to switch the
main battery power to the tail lift on / off. If available, the operator
MUST switch off the main battery disconnect switch after each use
of the tail lift.
3. A combination of both.
 Fuses [standard]. A 15A fuse for the electrical control circuit comes mounted in the pump unit and in the main exterior control
box (for most types). A 150 – 250A fuse for the electrical main battery circuit is supplied by the truck manufacturer or by
DHOLLANDIA. Both fuses protect the electrical circuits against short-circuits and amperage peaks.
 Protection of toes and feet against crushing and sheering [1 min.
compulsory]. The tail lift standard EN1756-1 and DHOLLANDIA’s fitting
manuals provide a number of solutions to prevent the operator from
crushing their toes or feet between the inboard platform edge of the rising
platform and the rear cross member of the vehicle floor. At least 1 solution,
ordered from DHOLLANDIA, or released during installation, must be
foreseen. Consult the installation manual FIT-ELEC-OPTION in its latest
version. In case of doubt, contact DHOLLANDIA. See page 3 for contact
information.
 Foot controls [optional]. See also previous point. Platform mounted foot
controls (2 buttons or 4 buttons) immobilise the feet of the operator in a
safe position on the platform and protect him / her from crushing their toes
or feet between the inboard platform edge of the rising platform and the
rear cross member of the vehicle floor.
 Cart stops [optional]. If a platform is aimed at LIFTING and LOWERING
loads that cannot be braked or secured by their design or their method of
transportation, the platform MUST be equipped with cart-stops that
prevent the load from accidentally rolling off the platform and hitting the
operator or any bystanders. DHOLLANDIA offers a variety of cart-stops
that can be fitted near the outboard platform edge, or at intermediate
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 Visibility of the deployed platform [min. 1 compulsory]. Any platform
protruding beyond the extremities of the vehicle, MUST be clearly visible
from all approachable sides in daylight and at night. Check any applicable
national or local regulations, as these can be very strict on the application,
size and type of means used. The visibility of the platform can be optimized
by:
1. Reflective marking tape applied to the sides of the platform [standard
– applied during installation]
2. Platform flags [option OAT020 – 023], mounted to the underside of the
platform, near the outboard platform edge
3. Bi-directional flashing platform lights [option OAE200], mounted on
the platform surface, near the outboard platform edge
4. Warning cones (2 or 4) [widely available] placed around the work area
of the platform
5. A combination of 2 or more of the above. The various means above
have variable efficiency depending on the direction of approach and the
light conditions (e.g. bright sunlight versus night darkness).
DHOLLANDIA strongly recommends a combination of 2 or 3 means to
cover all circumstances.
 Safety rails [optional]. Safety rails MUST be fitted in all applications where
a significant risk exists that the operator could fall off the platform and suffer
bodily injury. They are compulsory above 2m lifting height.
Safety rails may be purchased along with your tail lift at the initial order, or
may be purchased and retrofitted to your tail lift later. They are available in
a wide range of different executions to suit the particular needs of many
applications. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA dealer for further
information. See page 3 for contact info.
 Decals [standard]. The tail lifts are supplied with a number of operation
deals, load diagrams and safety decals, most of them to be applied to the
vehicle body during installation. These decals must always be kept clean
and legible and replaced whenever required.

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7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE TAIL LIFT
7.1 DO NOT USE TAIL LIFT WITHOUT ADEQUATE SAFETY AND OPERATOR TRAINING
 DHOLLANDIA tail lifts shall be exclusively used to load and unload the goods transported on the carrying vehicle, within the limits
of the applicable load chart, and in compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions in this manual.
 The operator should follow all other policies and procedures applicable to the job situation including health & safety regulations,
road and traffic regulations, as well as company procedures. The operator should not use the tail lift if he/she cannot use it in
accordance with all applicable regulations and instructions.
 The operator must be at least 18 years of age.
7.2 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
 Improper use of the tail lift will put the operator and other parties at great risk of serious bodily injury and death.
 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury to the operator and any bystanders, the use of the tail lift is restricted to skilled
operators, who have been properly trained, and who know and understand the full contents of this manual.
 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death, THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNING LABELS IN THIS SECTION AND THE ENTIRE MANUAL before and while operating the tail lift.
WARNING
 To avoid serious bodily injury or death, the operator must use appropriate work clothes. NEVER wear loose-fitting clothes that
may be trapped in the moving parts of the tail lift. ALWAYS wear professional safety-toe shoes, protective gloves, and eye
protection. Use of hardhat is recommended.
 Slipping (and falling) can result in serious bodily injury and death. To prevent injury by slipping:
o ALWAYS wear professional safety-toe shoes with a good non-slip sole.
o DO NOT use the tail lift if it is covered with snow, mud, dirt, debris, liquids or other substances.
o DO NOT run on the platform.
 Tripping (and falling) can result in serious bodily injury and death. To prevent injury by tripping:
o DO NOT use tail lift platform as a step. NEVER leave the tail lift unattended in partially deployed position.
o Pay attention to protruding items on the platform surface at all times (ex. platform lights, cart-stops and
their levers, foreign objects, etc…).
o DO NOT run on the platform.
 Falling from the platform can result in serious bodily injury and death. To prevent injury by falling:
o Make sure your footing is solid and you maintain 3 points of contact. See 7.4 on page 19.
o Use safety rails where available. See 7.4 on page 19.
o NEVER move the vehicle while a person is standing on the platform or inside the vehicle body.
o NEVER use the platform as an elevated working platform.

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WARNING
 Prior to operating the tail lift, the vehicle must be safely parked on level and solid ground, the parking brake applied, and the
engine must be switched off. Lock open the rear doors and secure all other moving parts of the vehicle body. Failure to abide
by these instructions can result in serious bodily injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
 Ensure that the vehicle cannot tip-over when putting heavy weight on the platform. If the vehicle or the tail lift are equipped
with mechanical or hydraulic stabilizing legs, deploy these before opening the platform. Ensure that the stabilizing legs are
positioned on solid even ground. In case of soft terrain (sand, gravel,…), solid support blocks must be used under the stabilizing
legs. Failure to abide by these instructions can result in serious bodily injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death which
may result from other vehicles when parked, ALWAYS
make sure a safety distance of 16 ft. or 5 m. is kept between
the back of the truck and the following vehicle.
 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death,
ALWAYS make sure the platform is clearly visible to other
persons from all approach directions. DHOLLANDIA
recommends the use of 4 warning cones, placed around
the work area of the platform. [See notice below].
 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death, make
sure the working zone is sufficiently lighted.

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NOTICE
DHOLLANDIA offers optional platform mounted flashing lights and flags to make the platform more visible to other people. Please
visit www.dhollandia.com or contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for more information. See page 3 for contact info.
 When loading or unloading to a back down loading dock.
Make sure to not hit the wall with the body/tail lift. Failure to
abide by these instructions can result in material damage,
serious bodily injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

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WARNING
 Prior to releasing the mechanical platform lock (if so equipped) and using the tail lift, check if the tail lift can be used safely.
Take precautions to ensure your own safety, and the safety of bystanders or other parties in traffic. Clear the working area of
any objects that could potentially impede movement of the tail lift. Failure to abide by these instructions can result in serious
bodily injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
 Inspect the tail lift prior to each use. If any unsafe condition exists or unusual noises or movements are noticed, DO NOT use
the tail lift and contact an authorized DHOLLANDIA service agent for repair. Please see ‘pre-trip inspection’ procedures under
§7.6 page 22.
 Read and comply with all warning decals, pictograms and instructions affixed to the tail lift. Failure to abide by warnings and
instructions may result in serious bodily injury or death.
 The tail lift must not be used if the operator is intoxicated, impaired or distracted in any way. NEVER use a phone or mobile
device when operating the tail lift.
 The tail lift shall be used by means of original control units only. Operating the tail lift with unauthorized control units will
increase risk of serious bodily injury or death to the operator or any bystanders.
 Limit the operation of the tail lift to one single operator. Operation of the tail lift by more than one operator at a time may cause
confusion and increase the risk of serious bodily injury or death.
 To prevent people from being hit by the platform, by objects falling off the platform or being caught in pinch points or being
pinched by the moving parts of the tail lift:
→Keep visual control over the entire working area of the tail lift and its platform at all times, including the area
DIRECTLY BEHIND and UNDER the platform.
→DO NOT allow any other person, to stand in the proximity of the tail lift and its platform. ENSURE AT ALL
TIMES THAT NOBODY STANDS UNDER OR WITHIN REACH OF THE MOVING PLATFORM.
 Depending on your physical condition and on the
maintenance of the tail lift, the manual deployment
and stowage of the platform can put serious strain
on the operator’s back. To prevent a back injury,
seek 3 points of support (2 feet + 1 hand, as shown
in the picture to the right) to fold and unfold the
platform. Rest your free hand, not used to grab the
platform handle, on the outside of the extension
plate for additional support.
 While doing so, to prevent crushing or shearing,
keep your hands away from the underside of the
extension plate and side steps and the rotating
platform. See also 7.3 page 17 regarding crushing
and shearing.
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 When unloading from the vehicle body to the platform,
ALWAYS push the load out, to prevent the load from
hitting you. NEVER pull the load from the vehicle onto
the platform. Pulling the load from the vehicle can
result in a fall from the platform causing serious injury
or death.
 If pushed out too far, the load can fall off the platform, and cause serious bodily injury or death to other people. Deploy the
cart-stops before pushing out the load. If not available, push the load slowly while checking the outboard platform edges.
 The load must ALWAYS be secured when raising or
lowering on the tail lift, to prevent it from shifting position
and rolling off the platform edges. Failure to properly
secure the load will increase the risk of serious bodily injury
or death to the operator or any bystanders.
 When using a pallet jack, lower and rest the pallet or load
upon the platform surface before operating the tail lift.
 For loads on wheels, engage wheel brakes of carts, trolleys
and machinery (if available) before operating the tail lift.
WARNING
 For loads that could slip, the use of original DHOLLANDIA cart-stops or an appropriate alternative securement device (ex.
ratchet straps) is required. The load must not be able to move during movement of the platform. See 9.9 for correct use of
original DHOLLANDIA cart stops.
 NEVER leave the tail lift unattended in open position. Before leaving the vehicle unattended, close the doors of the vehicle,
stow the platform in its travel position and switch OFF the main battery disconnect switch in the external control box (if so
equipped), or the cab switch. Leaving the tail lift in open position unattended can result in serious bodily injury or death to
unaware bystanders. See 9.6 for instructions on properly stowing platform into its travel position.
 NEVER move the vehicle with the tail lift in the open position. ALWAYS close and secure the doors of the vehicle, stow the
tail lift in its travel position and switch OFF the main battery disconnect switch in the external control box (if so equipped), or
the cab switch, before moving the vehicle. If so equipped, close the mechanical platform lock after stowing the platform in its
travel position. Failure to properly stow the tail lift in its travel position prior to moving the vehicle may result in serious bodily
injury or death.
 Use of the tail lift near vehicular traffic may result in serious bodily injury or death from being struck by another vehicle. When
operating the tail lift on or near a street or parking lot, be sure to stay clear of vehicular traffic. ALWAYS be sure to clearly
identify to other drivers that the tail lift is in use. DHOLLANDIA recommends use of warning cones to clearly identify to drivers
that the tail lift is being operated. When the tail lift is operated near vehicular traffic, wear working clothes in high-visibility
colors and a retro-reflective safety vest.
 DO NOT raise the tail lift with the rear doors partially open. Doing so may damage the doors or the tail lift platform and may
also result in serious bodily injury or death to the operator or any bystanders.
 Above all, USE GOOD COMMON SENSE when operating the tail lift. DO NOT operate the tail lift until the contents of this
manual have been read and fully understood. Improper use of the tail lift increases the risk of serious bodily injury or death to
the operator and any bystanders.

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NOTICE
 The most important safety and operation instructions are summarized in a product video
that can be viewed online at
http://www.dhollandia.com/uservideo/RM-US-2017-01
 Make sure you review these instructions prior to operation of the associated
DHOLLANDIA tail lift.
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7.3 DANGER ZONES, RISK OF CRUSH AND SHEAR INJURY
There are 4 main danger zones on and around the platform, that can be hazardous to the operator and any other persons nearby:
WARNING
Impact by the platform or the moving parts of the tail lift will result in serious bodily injury or death.
To prevent people from being hit by the platform, by objects falling off the platform or being caught
in pinch points or being pinched by the moving parts of the tail lift:
→Keep visual control over the entire working area of the tail lift at all times, including the area
directly behind and under the platform;
→DO NOT allow any other person to stand near the tail lift and its platform. Ensure at all times that
nobody stands under, or within reach of the moving platform and its load.
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Beware of crushing zone between the lowering
platform and the ground
Beware of the crushing zone between the rising
platform and the vehicle floor
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Correct operator position
Danger zone 1. ALWAYS stay clear of the
range of motion of the
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WARNING
The operator or other persons approaching too close to these danger zones risk serious bodily injury or
death by pinching, crushing or shearing of limbs, upper body or head. To prevent these hazards:
→ALWAYS stand clear of the range of motion of the platform and moving parts of the tail lift.
→Keep hands, feet and upper body clear of pinch points and moving parts of the tail lift.
→DO NOT allow any other person to stand near the tail lift and its platform.
When manually folding / unfolding the platform, beware of the
crushing zone between the platform and the inside faces of
the extension plate and side steps.
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Note: this symbol refers to a manual operation, as opposed
to an electrical function actuated by the control unit.
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7.4 SAFE OPERATOR POSITION
 The instructions on safe operator position aim to enforce that
the operator stands in a safe position before and while operating
the tail lift and protect him/her against the risks of crushing and
sheering as described in previous §7.3.
 Main external control box: the zone just in front of the side-
mounted, external control box, equipped with mandatory 2-hand
operation, is the only position from where the operator can
safely OPEN and CLOSE the platform. It is also safe to LOWER
and LIFT the platform from this position.
 Auxiliary controls: the operator may also LOWER and LIFT
the platform through use of the auxiliary controls. The operator
must use extreme caution when lowering or lifting the platform
with the auxiliary controls and must ensure it is done from a safe
position. Use of auxiliary controls from an improper position
greatly increases the operator's risk of crushing or shearing of
toes, limbs, head, and upper body as well as death.
 The operator may also LOWER and LIFT the platform through
the use of the platform mounted foot controls (optional) which
fix both operator's feet to a predetermined position on the
platform. The operator must use extreme caution when using
platform mounted foot controls to avoid falling from the platform.
ALWAYS maintain 3 points of contact (see next page).
 Handheld auxiliary controls with a spiral cable should only be used under the following conditions (1):
(1) Remark: The CE standard EN1756-1 suggests a number of other, less usual solutions providing sufficient protection against
crushing and sheering of the toes and feet, such as a hinged foot protector or cut-out switch. Consult the latest edition of
DHOLLANDIA’s fitting instructions FIT-ELEC-OPTION or contact your national DHOLLANDIA dealer for more information. See page
On the platform, from a safe operator
position of minimum 400 mm x 400 mm
square, clearly and permanently marked
at minimum 250 mm distance from the
hazard zone between the platform and
the rear of the vehicle floor. Maintain 3
points of contact (see next page).
Inside the vehicle body, from a safe
operator position of minimum 400 mm x
400 mm square, clearly and permanently
marked at minimum 250 mm distance
from the hazard zone between the
platform and the rear of the vehicle floor.
On the ground, from a safe operator
position minimum 500 mm away from the
side edge of the platform.
500 mm
400 mm
400 mm
250 mm
250 mm