Rotary 600 Series Manual

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OM20174
Rev. A 08/04/2005
SPOA3TE
600 Series
Two Post Surface Mounted Lifts
SPOA3T Series Capacity:
3000 kg (6600 lbs.)
750 kg (1650 lbs.) per arm
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions...........................................................................................................2
Lift Controls .......................................................................................................................3
Operating Instructions ...................................................................................................4
Operator Inspection & Maintenance Instructions.....................................................7
Trouble Shooting for Operators .....................................................................................8
Repair Maintenance and Inspection for Authorized Maintenance Personnel ....9
Trouble Shooting for Authorized Maintenance Personnel.....................................10
Latch Cable Adjustment................................................................................................12
Manual Lowering Instructions ....................................................................................13
EC Declaration Of Conformity ......................................................................................15
LP20324
© August 2005 by Rotary Lift. All rights reserved. CO6241.14

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Display this manual in a conspicuous location in
the lift area convenient to the operator.
Only those technicians who have been properly trained in the usage and care of the
lift should be allowed to operate the lift.
Local regulations MAY require that the trained operator be at least 18 years of age or
be supervised by a trained operator while:
A. Positioning the vehicle in the service bay
B. Positioning the lift adapters at the vehicle manufacturer's recommended lift
points
C. Actuating the lift controls
ALWAYS lift the vehicle using all four (4) adapters.
NEVER raise just one end, one corner, or one side of the vehicle.
ONLY lift vehicles which have an individual axle weight that does not
exceed one-half the lift capacity. See load capacity table below.
The lift is to be used for raising unoccupied motor vehicles ONLY!
MODEL
SPOA3TE
Series Lifts
LOAD CAPACITY
3000 kg
(6600 lbs.)

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1E-Stop Switch--(In the OFF position, slot can accomodate
a lock to prevent lift operation.)
2Raise Lift
3Lower Lift
4Lower to Locks
Lift Controls
Fig. 1
®
LOWER TO
®
LOWER TO LOCKS
2
3
4
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3. To Raise Lift:
• DoNotpermitanyoneonliftorinsidevehiclewhenitisin
motion.
• Maintainvisualcontactwitharms,pickuppoints,&vehicle
throughoutthemotionoftheliftwhileremainingclearoflift.
• Actuate switch,Fig.1.Stopbeforemakingcontact
withvehicle.Checkarmrestraintpinsforengagement.If
required,slightlymovearmtoallowrestraintgearandpawl
tomesh.DONOThammerpindownasthiswilldamagethe
restraint gear teeth.
Note: Allow(2)secondsbetweenmotorstarts.Failureto
complymaycausemotorburnout.
• Raisevehicleuntiltirescleartheoor.
• Shakevehicleatfrontorrearbumpertocheckstability.
• Stop:Checkadaptersforsecurecontactatvehicle
manufacturer’srecommendedpickuppoints.
• Continuetoraisetodesiredheightonly if vehicle is stable on
lift.
• Actuate switch, Fig. 1, to lower lift onto latches after
desired height is reached.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Surface Mounted Frame Engaging Lifts
WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, permit only trained personnel to operate lift. After reviewing
these instructions, get familiar with lift controls by running the lift through a few cycles before loading vehicle on lift.
IMPORTANT
Always lift the vehicle using all four adapters. NEVER raise just one end, one corner, or one side of vehicle.
For Truck Frame Vehicles: Assure vehicle frame can support it's weight & overhead bar will contact highest point on the vehicle.
1. Before Loading:
• InspectLifttoassureitisingoodoperatingcondition.
• Assureliftisfullyloweredandservicebayclearofall
objects,grease,oil&personnel.
• Swingarms,withgrease&oilfreeadapters,outtofulldrive-
thru position.
• TurnE-Stopswitchto"ON"position.
• DoNotallowunauthorizedpersonsinshopareawhileliftisin
use.
• DoNotuseanypartoftheliftasacraneorasasupportfor
anotherliftingmechanism(i.e.:block&tackle,etc.).
2. Loading:
• DoNotallowunauthorizedoruntrainedpersonstoposition
vehicle or operate lift.
• DoNotdriveoverarms.
• DoNotoverloadlift.Seecapacitylabelonlift.
• UseOnlyadapterextendersprovidedbythemanufacturer.
DoNotusewood,concreteblocks,orotherimprovised
extenders.
• Spotvehicleoverliftwithleftfrontwheelinproperspotting
dish position as shown in Fig. 3. (Position vehicle according
to the center of gravity, not for door opening clearance.)
• Checktheconditionofthepickuppointsofthevehicle.
• Swingarmsundervehicleandpositionadaptersatvehicle
manufacturer'srecommendedpickuppoints,Fig.4.Adjust
adapters to the required height to keep the vehicle level and
in secure contact with adapters.
• Useoptionaladaptersforunderbodyclearancewhen
required.
• Minimumdistancebetweenfore&aftpickuppointsis0.7m
(27-1/2"),SeeFig.2.
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• DONOTgoundervehicleifallfouradaptersarenotinstable
contactatvehiclemanufacturer’srecommendedliftpoints.
• Repeatcompletespotting,loading,andraisingproceduresif
vehicle is unstable.
4. While Using Lift:
• Avoidexcessiverockingofvehiclewhileonlift.
• Alwaysusesafetystandsasneededforstabilitywhen
removingorinstallingheavycomponents.(engines,
transmissions,etc.)Use(4)safetystands.
• Raisesafetystandstomeetvehicle,donotlowervehicleonto
stands.
• Avoidaccidentaltouchingofexposedexhaustsystemon
raised vehicles. Watch for air hoses and electrical cords
whichmaybetrippedover.
• Wearsafetyglasseswhileworkingundervehicle.
• Nooneshallclimbontovehicleorarmswhenelevated.
5. Before Lowering Lift:
• Removealltoolsorotherobjectsfromliftarea.
• Assurepersonnelarenotinliftarea.
6. To Lower Lift:
• Remainclearofliftandactuate switch to raise lift off of
safety latches.
• Actuate switch to lower lift while keeping feet clear!
7. Unloading:
• Assureliftisfullylowered.
• Removeadaptersfromundervehicleandswingarmstofull
drive-thrupositionbeforemovingvehiclefromliftarea.
• Assureexitareaisclearofobjectsandpersonnelbefore
removingvehiclefromlift.
8. Power Off:
• TurnE-stopswitchto"OFF"positionwhileliftisnotinuse.
9. Trouble Shooting:
• Seepage8.
10. Maintenance:
• Seepage7.

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RESIDUAL RISKS
• Checktheconditionofthepickuppointsofthevehicle.Assure
thesepointsarenotweakenedduetorust,corrosion,damage,or
modication.
• Vehicleswithheavymaterialinthetrunkormodiedtocarry
equipmentortools,willhaveachangedcenterofgravity.Usestands
when working on such vehicles.
• Assurecargodoesnotcauseeitherindividualaxleweighttoexceed
one half lift capacity.
Typical Lift Points
Perimeter Frame
Pickup Truck
Unitized Body
Stub Frame Fig. 4
LIFT
POINTS
LIFT
POINTS
LIFT
POINTS
LIFT
POINTS
FRONT
FRONT
FRONT
FRONT
Typical Wheel Spotting Positions
WARNING
Mostspecialtyormodiedvehicles
cannotberaisedonaframeengaginglift.Contactvehicle
manufacturerforraisingorjackingdetails.
Lessthan2.7m(106")
wheelbase: position
left front wheel on ap-
proach side of wheel
dish.
2.7-3.2m(106"-126")
wheelbase: position
left front wheel in
wheel dish.
Largerthan3.2m(126")
wheelbase: position
left front wheel just
forward of wheel dish.
Fig. 3

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• Always keep bolts tight. Check periodically.
• Alwaysassurearmstopboltsareinplace.
• Alwayskeepliftcomponentsclean.
• Always, if oil leakage is observed, call local service
representative.
• Daily: Check cables and sheaves for wear. If parts are worn,
call local service representative.
• Daily:Inspectadaptersfordamageorexcessivewear.If
parts are worn, call local service representative.
• Daily:Checkforpermanentdeformationtothelatches.If
present, call local service representative to replace parts.
• Monthly:Checkequalizercabletension.Ifpartsareworn,
call local service representative.
• Monthly: Check overhead sensor for function.
• Monthly:Cleanandcheckbaseoflift.Removeanyrustand
touch-up with paint.
• Every 3 Months: Check anchor bolts for tightness. Anchors
shouldbetorquedto200Nm(12.4kg-m).
• Every 6 Months:Checkuidlevelofliftpowerunitandrell
to proper level in level indicator with lift fully lowered.
• Replacealldecalsontheliftifunabletoreadormissing.
ReorderlabelsfromRotaryLift.
OPERATOR INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
(MAINTENANCE AUTHORIZED BY OPERATOR)

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Down button pressed but lift doesn't lower
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
1. Incorrect voltage to power unit.
1. Overloading lift.
Remedy
1. Contact service representative for further
assistance.
1. Contact service representative for further
assistance.
1. Check vehicle weight and/or balance
vehicle weight on lift.
2. Contact service representative for further
assistance
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.
Motorwon'trunfromeithercolumn.
Motorrunsbutwillnotraiselift.
TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR OPERATORS
Up button pressed but lift doesn't raise
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
1. Broken latch spring.
Remedy
1. Contact service representative for further
assistance.
1. Contact service representative for further
assistance.
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.
Locking latches do not engage.
Down button pressed but lift doesn't lower
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
Remedy
1. Contact service representative for further
assistance.
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.

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•Checkaccessibilityoftheoperatingprocedures.
•Checkaccessibilityandreadabilityofalllabels.
•Checktheratedloadcapacityofthelift.
•Examineallstructuralcomponentsincludingwelds.
•Checkelectricalcordsforinsulationdamage.
•Checkuidlevel.
•Checktheliftcontrolsforfunction.
•Checkforproperfunctionofswingarmrestraints.
•Checkallfasteningdevicesfortightnessincludingooranchorbolts.
•Checkexposedsurfacesandedges.
•Operatetheliftandchecktheoperationofthepositivestopandtheliftsafetylatches.
•Checkforproperoperationofadapters.
•Witharepresentativevehicleonthelift,checktheloweringspeed(nottoexceed0.15m/s).
•Checktheoperationofthesynchronizationorequalizationsystemsothatbothsidesraiseandlowerequally.
•*Check the function of overhead switch.
•Checkallaccessiblepiping,tubing,hose,valvesandttings.Reviewliftoilconsumptionrecords.
•*Operate lift through full excursion and observe.
•Withliftloaded,stoptheliftatmidpointoftravelandobservefordriftingdownandhydraulicleaks.
•Checkwithoperatortoascertainanyunusualoperatingcharacteristics.
*Perform check with and without a vehicle representative load.
INSPECTION POINTS
REPAIR MAINTENANCE
(MAINTENANCE AUTHORIZED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE ONLY)
Asidefromtheroutinechecksthatarestatedunder"OperatorMaintenance",thefollowingannualinspectionistobeperformed
andarecordofthisinspectionpermanentlyretainedonsite.Alldecienciesaretobecorrectedbytheproperauthorized
personnel.
ANNUAL INSPECTION
(PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL)
• Lockoutallenergysourcesbeforebeginninganyrepairs.
• DONOTmodifytheliftinanymannerwithouttheprior
writtenconsentofthemanufacturer.
• Ifelectricalproblemsdevelop,makerepairsaccordingto
localelectricalcodes.UsegenuineRotaryLiftpartswhen
replacementisnecessary.
• ReplacewornpartsasrequiredwithgenuineRotaryparts.
• Adjustequalizercabletensionperliftinstallationinstructions.
• Monthly: Lubricate locking latch shafts. Push latch handle
severaltimesforoiltopenetratejoints.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
Cause
1. Incorrectvoltagetomotor.
2. Bad wiring connections.
3. Motorupswitchburnedout.
4. Overheadlimitswitchburnedout.
5. Motorwindingsburnedout.
1. Overloading lift
2. Motorrunningonlowvoltage
3. Debrisinloweringvalve
4. Pumpsuckingair
5. Suctionstuboffpump
6. Low oil level
7. Improperreliefvalveadjustment
1. Debrisincheckvalveseat.
2. Debrisinloweringvalveseat.
3. External oil leaks.
1. Airmixedwithoil.
2. Airmixedwithoilsuction.
3. Oil return tube loose.
1. Equalizercablesoutofadjustment.
2. Liftinstalledonunleveloor.
1. Holesdrilledoversize.
2. Concreteoorthicknessorholding
strengthnotsufcient.
1. Low oil level
2. Air in hydraulic lines/cylinder
1. None
Remedy
1. Supplycorrectvoltagetomotor.
2. Repair and insulate all connections.
3. Replace switch/controls.
4. Replaceoverheadlimitswitch.
5. Replacemotor.
1. Check vehicle weight and/or balance
vehicle weight on lift
2. Supplycorrectvoltagetomotor
3. Clean lowering valve
4. Tightenallsuctionlinettings
5. Replace suction stub
6. Fill tank to proper level with ISOVG32
hydraulicoilorDexronIIIATF
7. Replacereliefvalvecartridge.
1. Clean check valve.
2. Clean lowering valve.
3. Repair external leaks.
1. ChangeoiltoDexronIIIATF
or ISOVG32.
2. Tightenallsuctionlinettings.
3. Reinstall oil return tube.
1. Adjustequalizercablestocorrect
tension.
2. Shimlifttolevelcolumns(Notto
exceed13mm).Ifover13mm,break
outoorandlevelperliftinstallation
instructions.
1. Relocate lift using new bit to drill holes.
Reference installation instructions for
properanchoringmethodandminimum
spacingrequirements.
2. Break out old concrete and re-pour
new pads for lift per lift installation
instruction.
1. FilltanktoMIN___markwith
ISOVG32hydraulicoilorDexronIIIATF.
2.Startunit,raiseliftabout610mm.Open
cylinderbleedersapproximately2
turns.Closebleederswhenuid
streams.Lowerliftandlltank.
1. None,thisisnormal.
Trouble
Motordoesnotrun.
Motorrunsbutwillnotraiselift
Lift slowly settles down.
Slowliftingspeedoroilblowingoutller
breather cap.
Lift going up unlevel.
Anchors will not stay tight.
Lift stops short of full rise or chatters.
Lockinglatchsolenoidsgetextremelyhot
when lift is being lowered.
Note: Shimthicknessof51mmispossiblebyusingoptionalshimkit#FC5393.ContactyourauthorizedRotaryrepairperson.

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Down button pressed but lift doesn't lower
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
1. Incorrect voltage to power unit.
Remedy
1. Replace controls.
1. Supplycorrectvoltagetomotor.
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.
Motorwon'trunfromeithercolumn.
TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
Up button pressed but lift doesn't raise
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
1. Broken latch spring.
Remedy
1. Replace controls.
1. Replace latch spring.
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.
Locking latches do not engage.
Down button pressed but lift doesn't lower
Cause
1. Controls not functioning.
Remedy
1. Replace controls.
Trouble
Press button but nothing
happens.

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A
B
Equalizer Cable Adjustment:
Press andraiselifttocheckequalizercabletension.Below
carriage,graspadjacentcablesbetweenthumbandforenger,
with about 15 lbs., Fig. 5, effort you should just pull the cables
together. Adjust at upper tie-offs, Fig. 6.
LATCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Fig.6Detail
AUppercabletieoffplateand1/2"
nylon insert lock nut
BLowercabletieoffplateand1/2"
nylon insert lock nut
Fig. 5
Fig. 6

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A
B
MANUAL LOWERING OF LIFT
If your lift is in a raised position and you
losepoweritisimportanttoknowhowto
lowertheliftmanually.Makesurenothing
isundertheliftandallunauthorized
personnelareawayfromtheliftarea.
1.) Place a hydraulic jack and pipe under
thecarriageonthemastercontrol
side. Jack should be rated to lift the
capacity of the vehicle.
2.) Raise lift off of the locking latch.
You should only have to raise lift
approximately2mmtodisengagethe
lock.
3.) Removemastercontrolcoverand
slave cover. Push down on the latch
where it connects to the solenoid (A),
Fig.7.Ifyoucan'tpushitdownwith
yourngersthenyoudon'thavethe
latchoffofthelock.Repeatstep#2
until lock is disengaged.
4.) Wiretielatchdowntokeepitfrom
lockingtemporarily.
5.) Slowly lower hydraulic jack and pipe
outfromunderthearmcarriage.
6.) Repeat procedures 1 through 5 on
slavecontrolpanelcolumn.
7.) Theliftisnowbeingheldupby
hydraulics at this point.
8.) Removecapfromloweringvalveand
twistandpulltolowerlift(B),Fig.7.
The lift will lower at a slow speed.
IMPORTANT
Unwirelocksfromstep4.
Replace cap on lowering valve after
lift has been lowered.
9.) Ifyourfacilitylostpoweryourliftwill
operate when you regain power.
10.) If your facility power was not lost
haveacertiedelectricancheck
wiringtoliftorcallanauthorized
service representative.
MANUAL LOWERING OF LIFT
Fig. 7

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Reg-Nr. 009_2006/42/EG
EG-Konformitätserklärung
EC Declaration of Conformity
im Sinne der EG-Richtlinie 2006/42/EG über Maschinen (Anhang II A)
according to EC directive 2006/42/EC on machinery (Annex II A)
Name und Anschrift des Herstellers /
Name and address of the manufacturer :
BlitzRotary GmbH
Hüfinger Str.55
78199 Bräunlingen, Germany
Diese Erklärung bezieht sich nur auf die Maschine in dem Zustand, in dem sie in Verkehr gebracht wurde; vom
Endnutzer nachträglich angebrachte Teile und/oder nachträglich vorgenommene Eingriffe bleiben unberücksichtigt. Die
Erklärung verliert ihre Gültigkeit, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung umgebaut oder verändert wird.
This declaration relates exclusively to the machinery in the state in which it was placed on the market, and excludes
components which are added and/or operations carried out subsequently by the final user. The declaration is no more
valid, if the product is modified without agreement.
Hiermit erklären wir, dass die nachstehend beschriebene Maschine
Herewith we declare, that the machinery described below
Produktbezeichnung / product denomination: 2-Säulen-Hebebühne / 2-post vehicle lift
Serien- / Typenbezeichnung / model / type: SPOA3T
Tragfähigkeit 3000 kg / capacity 3000 kg
Maschinen-/Seriennummer / machinery / serial number: ………………..
Baujahr / Year of manufacture: 20…
allen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Maschinenrichtlinie 2006/42/EG entspricht.
Die Maschine entspricht zusätzlich den Bestimmungen der Richtlinien 2004/108/EG über elektromagnetische
Verträglichkeit 2006/95/EG über elektrische Betriebsmittel EG (Schutzziele wurden gemäß Anhang I, Nr. 1.5.1 der
Maschinenrichtlinie 2006/42/EG eingehalten).
is complying with all essential requirements of the Machinery Directive2006/42/EC.
In addition the partly completed machinery is in conformity with the EC Directives 2004/108/EC relating to
electromagnetic compatibility and 2006/95/EC relating to electrical equipment (Protection objectives have been met in
accordance with Annex I No. 1.5.1 of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC).
Angewandte harmonisierte Normen / Harmonised Standards used
EN 1493:1998+A1:2008 Fahrzeug-Hebebühnen / Vehicle lifts
EN ISO 12100-1 : 2003 Sicherheit von Maschinen - Grundbegriffe / Safety of Machinery- Basic concepts
EN ISO 12100-2 : 2003 Sicherheit von Maschinen - Grundbegriffe / Safety of Machinery- Basic concepts
EN 60204-1:2006+7/2007 Elektrische Ausrüstung von Maschinen / Electrical equipment of machines
EN 349:1993+A1:2008 Sicherheit von Maschinen-Mindestabstände / Safety of machinery - Minimum gaps
EN ISO 13850:2008 Sicherheit von Maschinen-Not-Halt / Safety of machinery – Emergency stop
EN ISO 14121-1:2007 Sicherheit von Maschinen-Risikobeurteilung / Safety of machinery - Risk assessment
Angewandte sonstige technische Normen und Spezifikationen
Other technical standards and specifications used:
BGG 945 Prüfung von Hebebühnen / inspection of vehicle lifts
BGR 500 Betreiben von Arbeitsmitteln / management of working appliances
BGV A3 Unfallverhütungsvorschrift elektrische Anlagen und Betriebsmittel / law accident prevention regulation of
electric facilities and equipment
Bevollmächtigter für die Zusammenstellung der relevanten technischen Unterlagen:
The person authorised to compile the relevant technical documentation:
Herr Pohl; Hüfinger Str. 55; 78199 Bräunlingen
Ort / Place : Bräunlingen
Datum / Date : 21.12.2009
______________________
Carsten Rohde
Geschäftsführer / Managing Director

World Headquarters:
Rotary Lift
2700 Lanier Drive
Madison, Indiana USA
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.rotarylift.com
Germany:
(European Headquarters)
BlitzRotary GmbH
Hüfinger Straße 55
D-78199 Bräunlingen
Telefon [phone]
Telefax +49.771.9233.99
[e-mail]
www.blitzrotary.com
Canada:
(Regional Sales Office)
Rotary Lift Canada
Mississauga, Ontario
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
United Kingdom:
(Regional Sales Office)
Rotary Lift (UK) LTD.
Halstead, Essex
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected].
co.uk
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(Regional Sales Office)
Rotary Lift Austral/Asia
Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone: [phone]
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[email protected]
Trained Operators and Regular Maintenance Ensures
Satisfactory Performance of Your Rotary Lift.
Replacement parts: See installers package for parts breakdown
sheet. Order Genuine Rotary replacement parts from your nearest
Authorized Parts Distributor.
Maintenance Assistance: Contact your local Rotary distributor.
Should further assistance be required, contact Rotary Lift, at one of
the phone numbers listed below.
Operating Instructions SPOA3TE series_en_print_OM20174_2005_08 Rev C