RAM Trus-T-Lift Owner's manual

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TRUS-T-LIFT
SUPPLEMENTAL
MANUAL #1
SAFETY PAN &
CARRIAGE GATE

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Contents
Section 1: Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1
Section 2: Safety Information ...................................................................................................................1
2.1: Symbols and Definitions .................................................................................................................1
2.2: Additional Symbols .........................................................................................................................1
2.3: Safety Notes.....................................................................................................................................2
Section 3: Safety Pan.................................................................................................................................3
3.1: Installation ........................................................................................................................................4
Section 4: Carriage Gate ...........................................................................................................................6
4.1: Carriage Gate Diagram ...................................................................................................................7
4.2: Installation .......................................................................................................................................8

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Section 1: Introduction
This supplemental manual has been provided to walk you through the safe and efficient
installation of a Trus-T-Lift Carriage Gate and Safety Pan. Please read this manual, as well as
the main installation manual, thoroughly before installing and operating your lift. We
recommend your lift and any add-ons be installed and serviced by a qualified technician.
Section 2: Safety Information
2.1: Symbols and Definitions
The following notations will be used through this manual to indicate areas that may present
special risks or consideration.
DANGER
Danger messages indicate an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or even death.
Caution!
Caution messages indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury, death, or damage to equipment.
Note
Note messages provide information, such as reminders, general information or additional
guidelines that may provide guidance to the installer.
2.2: Additional Symbols
The following are additional symbols and conventions used through the manual:
A Detail callout, used to call attention
to a detailed mentioned in the body
of the instructions.
Step Callout, labels which step
the given diagram relates to
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2.3: Safety Notes
Caution!
Read all instructions thoroughly before installation or use of this lift. Failure to follow the
instructions in this manual and the associated manuals for testing and operation could
result in serious injury or death. In addition, it will render RAM’s warranty null and void.
Do not connect or disconnect wiring while equipment power is on. Before servicing,
disconnect all power to the equipment. Failure to do so could result in significant injury or
even death.
System may start unexpectedly upon application of power. Unpredictable equipment
movement may result in serious injury or death. Use caution when applying power to the
unit during the installation process.
RAM Elevators + Lifts Inc. (RAM) disclaims any and all liability for any personal injury or
property damage resulting from the operation of a product that has been modified from the
original design. No person or company is authorized to change the design of the product
without written authorization by RAM.
Do not use an improper voltage source or a power source that provides poor quality power.
This may present a significant FIRE HAZARD and/or permanent damage to the equipment.
Do not override any of the safety devices provided with the lift. Doing so will likely lead to
serious injury or even death.
Ensure that there is nothing obstructing the carriage travel before operating the lift.
Ensure there is a minimum of 2in (50mm) and a maximum of 3in (75mm) clearance between
any part or edge of the carriage that could possibly be used as a supporting handhold and
any part of the fixed installation to prevent the trapping of a hand during the travel of the
carriage. See RAM installation drawings for details.
The lift is intended for use by people and not to be used for cargo or other purposes. Lifting
capacity is up to a maximum of 750 lb. unless otherwise noted on the lift and in RAM’s
supplied documentation. (DO NOT OVERLOAD THE LIFT). Overloading the lift will render
RAM’s warranty null and void.
This list of warnings may not be exhaustive, due care around equipment
should be observed