Nova Technology International, LLC Lock-Up User manual

Vehicle Restraint
Installation Manual
Manual No. MF4-158-000 - September 2018© 2018 Nova Technology International, LLC

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PRECAUTIONS ……............…………...………….....…..…………...…………………
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ……………....………....……………………………
WARRANTY……………………....………………………………………………………..
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PRECAUTIONS
Safety-Alert Symbol
The Safety- Alert Symbol is a graphic representation
intended to convey a safety message without the
use of words. When you see this symbol, be alert to
the possibility of death or serious injury. Follow the
instructions in the safety message panel.
DANGER
The use of the word DANGER signifies the presence
of an extreme hazard or unsafe practice which will
most likely result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
The use of the word WARNING signifies the presence
of a serious hazard or unsafe practice which could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
The use of the word CAUTION signifies possible
hazard or unsafe practice which could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
The use of the word NOTICE indicates information
considered important, but not hazard-related, to
prevent machine or property damage.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Indicates a type of safety sign, or separate panel on
a safety sign, where safety-related instructions or
procedures are described.
Read and understand the Owner’s/User’s Manual and
become thoroughly familiar with the equipment and its
controls before operating the transport vehicle restraint.
Never operate a transport vehicle restraint while
a safety device or guard is removed or disconnected.
Never remove DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION
signs, Placards or Decals on the equipment unless
replacing them.
Figure 1
Do not start the equipment until all unauthorized
personnel in the area have been warned and have
moved outside the operating zone (see Figure 1).
Remove any tools or foreign objects from the operating
zone before starting.
Keep the operating zone free of obstacles that could
cause a person to trip or fall.
Recognize Safety Information General Operational Safety Precautions
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to
cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Operational Safety Precautions
Learn the safe way to operate this equipment.
Read and understand the manufacturer’s
instructions. If you have any questions, ask
your supervisor.
DANGER
Stay clear of dock leveling device and restraint when
transport vehicle is entering or leaving area.
Do not move or use the dock leveling device and
restraint if anyone is under in front or near it.
Keep hands and feet clear of pinch points. Avoid
putting any part of your body near moving parts.
Do not operate any equipment while under the
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Chock/restrain all transport vehicles. Never remove
the wheel chocks until loading or unloading is
finished and transport vehicles driver has been given
permission to drive away.
Do not use a broken or damaged restraint device.
Make sure proper service and maintenance
procedures have been performed before using.
If the NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint does not
operate properly using the procedures in this manual,
BE CERTAIN TO CHOCK THE VEHICLE WHEELS
BEFORE LOADING OR UNLOADING. Contact NOVA
or your local representative for service.

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Maintenance Safety Precautions
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
ALWAYS disconnect electrical power source and
ground wire before welding on restraint.
DO NOT ground welding equipment to any electrical
components of the restraint. Always ground to the
restraint frame.
WARNING
DO NOT grind or weld if hydraulic fluid or other
flammable liquid is present on the surface to be
ground or welded.
DO NOT grind or weld if uncontained hydraulic fluid
or other flammable liquid is present. Stray sparks
can ignite spills or leaks near the work area. Always
clean up the oil leaks and spills before proceeding
with grinding or welding.
Always keep a fire extinguisher of the proper type
nearby when grinding or welding.
DANGER
Electrical power must be OFF when servicing the
equipment. For maximum protection, use an OSHA
approved locking device to lock out all power
sources. Only the person servicing the equipment
should have the key to unlock the device.
WARNING
Always post safety warnings and barricade the
work area at dock level and ground level to prevent
unauthorized use of the unit before maintenance is
complete.

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MOTOR COVER
LEFT SPRING COVER
RIGHT SPRING COVER
ROLLER TRACK
ASSEMBLY
CARRIAGE RETURN
SPRINGS (QTY 4)
CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY
SLOPE EXTENSION
ROLLER ASSEMBLY
(QTY 4)
LOWER SPRING BAR
OUTSIDE LIGHT
CONTROL BOX
PLACARD
OUTSIDE SIGN
INSIDE SIGN
FIGURE A—LOCK-UP COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint may be installed on
docks with or without levelers; consult NOVA for proper
application.
Follow the simple installation procedures below:
• Inspect NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint parts.
• Install roller track.
• Install NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint into roller
track.
• Install electrical components.
• Install safety & instruction signs.
• Test operation.
INSPECT NOVA LOCK-UP™ PARTS
Open packaging and inspect all parts and materials—
see Figure A above. Immediately report any damage
or missing materials to factory. Review the component
assemblies to determine their correct locations.
DANGER
Post safety warnings and barricade work area,
at dock level and at ground level, to prevent
unauthorized use of the dock position.
NOTICE
A 4” thick bumper is required regardless of whether
or not there is a leveler. DO NOT install a NOVA
Lock-Up™vehicle restraint on docks without 4” thick
bumpers. For thicker bumpers consult factory.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
INSTALL ROLLER TRACK
Install roller track onto dock face at specied location
by welding to an embedded steel plate or by using the
fteen (15) concrete anchors provided in conjunction
with welding to pit steel and a leveler frame. Refer to
Figures B and C.
If you have questions, contact NOVA Technical Support
at [phone].
NOTICE
The roller track must be plumb with dock face. If
not, use and weld (6) shims 2” wide x 25 5/8” long.
If shims are over 1/2” thick use longer anchors. If
shims need to be 1” thick or more, contact NOVA.
If the dock face is not perpendicular, contact
NOVA Technical Support at [phone].
The carriage roller track cannot be bent or
deformed. Straighten or replace if necessary.
NOTE: Trim roller track, as necessary, up to a
maximum of 5” from the bottom.
NOTE: Some mechanical dock levelers have an
adjusting nut access hole in the leveler front subframe.
If the NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint roller track
interferes with the access hole, the roller track must be
cut to allow access.
NOTE: Some levelers are slightly recessed within the
pit and thus require a shim to be inserted between the
roller track and the leveler front subframe and welded
in place.
NOTICE
Fifteen (15) concrete anchors are provided with
each NOVA Lock-Up™vehicle restraint. An
anchor must be installed in each roller track hole
except for those plug-welded to embedded steel.
ANCHOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Put roller track in place.
2. Drill hole of 5/8” diameter and minimum of 4-5/8”
deep. Clean out hole.
3. Insert anchor and drive ush with roller track, making
sure that the threaded wedge is inserted rst. Do
not disassemble anchor prior to installation.
4. Install all anchors and torque to 60 ft-lbs. See
gure B.
FIGURE B—ANCHORING ROLLER TRACK