Palfinger MBB V 1000 SCL User manual

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07-500.99-01.80-03 27/03/2017
Article no.: 2041807 A22839
Operating manual
for
PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lifts
Supplement
Vertical lifts
MBB V 1000 SCL
MBB V 1500 SCL
MBB V 2000 SCL
MBB V 2500 SCL
MBB V 3000 SCL
MBB V 1500 SML
MBB V 2000 SML

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of contents……………………………………………….….
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About this manual………………………………………………....
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Additional documentation……………………………………….….
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Important safety information………………………………….…
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Intended use…………………………...........................................
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Personnel qualifications…………………………………….….…..
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Warning notices in this manual……………………………….……
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Pay particular attention………………………………………..……
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Tail lifts………………………....................................................
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Scope of delivery…………………………………………………..
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Vertical lift overview………………………………………………
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Introduction………………………………………………………...
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Intended use…………………………………………………………
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Target group…………………………………………………………
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Marking symbols…………………………………………………….
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Liability……………………………………………………………….
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Specifications………………………………………………………
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Dimensions of the tail lift.……………………………………….….
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Functions…………………………………………………………..…
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Maintenance…………………………………………………………
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Safety…………………………………………………………………
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Safety requirements………………………………………………...
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Safety symbols……………………………………………………….
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Explanation of the safety symbols…………………………………
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Function and operation of the machine………………………..
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Function of the tail lift system……………………………………….
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Maintenance and lubrication……………………………………..
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General instructions………………………………………………….
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Maintenance intervals……………………………………………….
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Working method………………………………………………...……
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Preventive maintenance……………………………………….……
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Faults……………………………………………………………….…
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About this manual
This document is a supplement to the existing operating
manual with special instructions for vertical lifts and must
always be used in combination with this document.
This manual contains important information for the safe and proper
assembly, operation, maintenance and simple rectification
of faults on the PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lift.
Read this entire manual and pay special attention to
the chapter 'Important safety information' before
working with the tail lift.
Additional documentation
Operating manual (standard)
Assembly manual
Assembly drawing
Spare parts catalogue (online)
Test book
Attachment inspection (on request)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lift was manufactured
according to the state of the art and generally recognised good engineering
practices. Nevertheless, there is the danger of personal injury and property
damage if you fail to observe the following general safety instructions and
warning notices before the handling instructions in this manual.
Therefore, read this entire manual carefully before you operate the tail lift.
Keep the manual on hand so that it is always accessible for all users.
If you sell or lend the vehicle with the tail lift always
hand over this operating manual with the vehicle.
Intended use
Only use the tail lift for the loading and unloading
of cargo. In the process, only the operator may stand on the platform while it
is operated.
Comply with the performance limits specified in the technical data.
The intended use also requires that you have read and understood this
manual, and especially the chapter 'Important safety information'.
Unintended use of the tail lift includes the following:
use within areas of application that are not specified in this manual,
use under operating conditions that deviate from the
conditions described in this manual.
Personnel qualifications
The tail lift may only be operated by persons:
who have read and understood this manual, and especially
the chapters "Important safety information' and
- 'General operation', and are
familiar with the method of operation and handling of the tail lift.

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Warning notices in this manual
Warning notices are provided before a prompt for action in this manual
when there is a danger of personal injury or property damage.
Warnings are structured as follows:
The measures described to avert danger must be complied with!
The signal word indicates the severity of the danger:
Pay particular attention
General instructions
Always keep this manual in the vehicle.
Structural modifications may only be performed by PALFINGER Tail Lifts
contract workshops. Your nearest contract workshop and other contact
information can be found in the workshop directory.
Only use PALFINGER Tail Lifts original parts during assembly work.
Observe all applicable accident prevention regulations.
Description of the type and source of danger
Description of the consequence if the danger is disregarded
► Description of the measures for averting the danger
SIGNAL WORD
Indicates an imminent, great danger that will
result in severe injury or even death when the
danger is not avoided.
DANGER!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Signal word
Use
Indicates a potential danger that can result
in severe injuries or even death when the
danger is not avoided.
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
that can result in moderate or minor bodily
injury or property damage when it is not
avoided.

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When switching on
Before switching on the tail lift, perform a daily inspection
to determine whether all safety and warning devices are
present and functional.
Warning strips
Warning lights
Handles
Roll bar
During operation
Ensure that the tail lift is unlocked before you start it up.
Ensure that the loading area is sufficiently lit.
Never transport people of the tail lift.
Always load the tail lift so that the weight
is distributed evenly.
Secure the load on the tail lift so that it cannot topple over.
Roller containers without brakes
may only be transported on the tail lift if they
have been secured from rolling away.
Keep the area of movement around the vehicle clear.
Before carrying out maintenance
Switch off the main battery switch or disconnect the earth cable.
Secure and/or relieve the springs before replacement.
If hydraulic oil escapes, do not reach into the stream.
When carrying out maintenance work under the platform, secure
the runners to prevent downward movement.
During disposal
Dispose of oils and filters according to the regulations in
your country.

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PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lifts
Congratulations on the purchase of your new tail lift
from PALFINGER Tail Lifts!
With more than 50 years of experience with hydraulic
tail lifts, PALFINGER Tail Lifts GmbH is one of the world's
leading manufacturers of these extremely helpful loading systems.
PALFINGER Tail Lifts branded tail lifts and predecessor brands
such as Hubfix, Interlift and Hayons Inter are currently
in use in more than 40 countries around the world.
More than 100,000 tail lifts from the factory near Bremen can be found
on five continents.
The unique service network with over 2,500 service centres in
Europe alone guarantees unlimited and optimum logistics.
Your new PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lift has innovative
and reliable technology. It was carefully
manufactured by our employees.
This assures the best conditions for long and fault-free service.
In order to familiarise you with your new tail lift,
we request that you carefully read through this
operating manual. The necessary safety instructions
for operation of the tail lift are provided here.
Should you have any further questions about your tail lift,
the service team of PALFINGER Tail Lifts is at your disposal.

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SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Tail lift
Sticker –ETMA notices
Large type plate (for the platform)
Small type plate (for the lifting mechanism)
Load diagram
Operating manual
Operating manual (vertical lift supplement)
Test book
Starter kit, consisting of:
Large company plate (for the platform)
Short operating manual
Large TÜV plate
Small TÜV plate

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VERTICAL LIFT OVERVIEW
1. Guide frame 6. Closing cylinder
2. Guide 7. Hydraulic hoses
3. Platform 8. Deck 1
4. Loading ramp 9. Deck 2
5. Hydraulic unit with oil tank
a. Platform operation
b. Platform operation (combination switch)
c. Platform operation

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INTRODUCTION
In collaboration with a manufacturer of vertical lifts, PALFINGER Tail Lifts
has developed a tail lift system for transport vehicles (lorries and trailers)
that is ideally suited for lifting loads of up to 3000 kg. The tail lift is
exclusively intended for the vertical transport of cargo. Cargo can be
transported to different levels and loaded and unloaded with the tail lift
system. The tail lift system is expressly not intended for the transport
of people!
The tail lift system was developed with a partner company of PALFINGER
Tail Lifts in an intensive research and testing programme. One of the aims of
this programme was to develop a lift with ideal operating comfort, function,
safety, ease of maintenance and service life while fulfilling all current EC
standards and regulations. Please read this operating manually carefully
and attentively before commissioning your tail lift.
The terms 'left', 'right', 'front' and 'rear' used in this manual refer to the
situation as observed in the direction of travel when standing behind the
vehicle with the mounted tail lift.
Intended use
The tail lift system is exclusively intended for the vertical transport of cargo.
Any other use voids any liability of PALFINGER Tail Lifts.
Target group
This operating manual is intended for authorised and technically qualified
persons.
Authorised persons are
those who have obtained a specific level of knowledge from education and
training (internal training specific to tail lift systems),
and who
have the necessary capacity to operate the machine, including a Class
C driver's licence for installation of the tail lift on a lorry and Class CE
driver's licence for installation of the tail lift on a trailer.

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Technically qualified persons are
those who are authorised and who
have obtained a specific level of knowledge from education and training,
and who
are familiar with the technology of the machine and the potential
dangers and risks (e.g. a PALFINGER Tail Lifts service technician).
The term 'operation' means: working with the machine, cleaning the
machine and carrying out simple maintenance tasks.
This operating manual is provided to guarantee safe and efficient
interaction between the operating personnel and machine.
Marking symbols (stickers on the tail lift)
The following symbols are used in order to draw attention to specific
aspects or actions.
WARNING: DANGER/LIFE-THREATENING DANGER
If the prescribed process is not carefully observed, (severe) injury to the
operating personnel or other persons can occur.
Life-threatening danger: there is an immediate, life-threatening risk.
CAUTION
If the prescribed process is not carefully observed, the machine can be
damaged.
ATTENTION
Supplemental information that indicates potential problems.

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Liability
Arbitrary modifications of the machine are not permitted. Violations of
this requirement shall void any product liability and responsibility of the
manufacturer; any damages occurring as a result of this, as well as
those suffered by third parties, shall be excluded from any compensation
for damages.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions of the tail lift (model-specific)
Max. height: 3900-4200 mm (mounted on the vehicle)
Max. width: 2420-2530 mm
Max. depth: 275-450 mm with tail lift folded in
Max. depth: 2900-5050 mm with tail lift folded out (horizontal)
Functions
The hydraulic tail lift system is controlled with a portable control unit and has
the following functions:
oRaising and lowering of cargo on the loading platform
oFolding the loading platform in and out
The tail lift system does not have an Emergency Stop, because two-handed
operation is required. The platform does not move without actuation of the
controls. For the function of the operating system, refer to the section
'Function of the tail lift system'.

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Maintenance
Maintenance is carried out by qualified and certified service centres.
An overview of these service centre can be requested from PALFINGER
Tail Lifts. Maintenance takes place annually in the scope of a general
inspection based on a checklist. This checklist was created by
PALFINGER Tail Lifts and is provided to the service centres on request.
The tail lift system must be cleaned regularly after each use.
A monthly cleaning with a steam cleaner is sufficient for use of the lift
loading and unloading of cargo.
SAFETY
Safety requirements
LIFE-THREATENING DANGER
Due to the risk of inhalation of exhaust gas, the vehicle on which the tail
lift is installed may never be started, used or test-operated in a closed
room.
The tail lift may only be operated if the vehicle is at a standstill with the
parking brake engaged.
The tail lift must always be horizontal at the bottom position when work
is carried out on the machine.
Only work with the machine if all safety equipment is complete, intact
and fully functional!
Do not enter the working and danger area of the machine!
Remove the ignition key of the transport vehicle when the machine is not
in use.

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WARNING
In addition to the specific instructions in this operating manual, also observe
the general safety and accident prevention regulations.
Familiarise yourself with all systems and controls before commissioning the
machine. Once you have begun working is too late!
Prior to starting up the machine, always ensure safety with regard to the
work to be performed and the traffic situation.
Wear close-fitting clothing when operating the machine.
Avoid loose articles of clothing.
The machine may only be operated by one person.
Before downward travel, always ensure that the tail lift is engaged in the
locking hooks!
Damage must be repaired promptly before the next subsequent use of the
machine (for this purpose, please contact PALFINGER Tail Lifts).
Check each day whether hydraulic lines and hoses are free from damage.
Damaged lines/hoses must be replaced immediately with lines/hoses having
the required quality (SAE 100 R2A according to DIN 20022/2).
Never attempt to stop oil leaks with your hands. The oil can penetrate the
skin and cause blood poisoning.
ATTENTION
Observe the legal regulations for roadway freight transport. In the process
always consider the lighting and (side) reflectors!
Learn the exact weight of the load and check to ensure that the permissible
bearing capacity of the tail lift is not exceeded.

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Safety symbols
As protection against injuries, various stickers with safety and warning
notices are affixed to your tail lift (see Figure 1). In the process, residual
risks that can arise during operation of the machine despite its safe
design are identified. Before commissioning the machine, always read
the operating manual and following the instructions provided there.
Before use, carefully read through the manual (circled in violet).
General warning notice (sticker on the side edge and under / on the rear
side of the loading platform, circled in green). Warning of the danger of
entrapment under the loading platform and/or between the platform and
the frame when retracting the tail lift system.
Danger of entrapment of the feet between the rear side of the vehicle
and the tail lift system (3 stickers on the rear side of the tail lift system,
circled in red).
Danger of entrapment of the feet between loading platform and the
ground (sticker on the side edge of the loading platform, circled in red).
Contour marking on the side edges of the
platform
Figure 1 - Safety symbols
Check whether all stickers are present. Otherwise, shut down the
machine! (See Figure 1.) The stickers must always be clean and
legible. Replace damaged stickers immediately. New stickers are
available from PALFINGER Tail Lifts.

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Explanation of the safety symbols
Warning! Read the operating manual before commissioning and observe all
safety requirements!
Warning! Damaged hoses can cause harm to the health and damage to the
environment. Work on the hydraulic system may only be carried out when
the system is depressurised!
Warning! The tail lift is not equipped for the vertical transport of people. The
tail lift system is expressly not intended for the transport of people!
FUNCTION AND OPERATION OF THE MACHINE
Warning!
Observe the safety requirements (see section 'Safety')!
Attention!
The tail lift system may only be operated when the vehicle is at a standstill!
Attention!
Do not exceed the permissible load weight. If the system is overloaded, it
automatically shuts down!

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Function of the tail lift system
Operation via a handheld cable switch with two-handed operation
Opening the platform
Press and hold the push-buttons (a + b) on the handheld cable
switch. Hold both push-buttons in this position until the platform is
positioned horizontally.
Raising the platform
Press and hold the push button (a) on the handheld cable switch
until the platform reaches the desired height.
Lowering the platform
Press and hold the push button (c) on the handheld cable switch
until the platform reaches the desired height.
Closing the platform
Press and hold the push-buttons (c + b) on the handheld cable
switch. Hold both push-buttons in this position until the platform is
completely closed.
Emergency Stop: The tail lift system does not have an Emergency
Stop, because two-handed operation is required. The platform does not
move without actuation of the controls.