VALLEY CRAFT ROTOLIFT-78 AIR User manual

Z41585A5 Last Updated 07/11
ROTO-LIFT
AIR POWERED
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VALLEY CRAFT, INC. 2001 SOUTH HWY. 61, LAKE CITY, MN 55041 PH: 1-800-328-1480

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PG. 3
B. SAFETY PG. 4
C. MAINTENANCE INFORMATION PG. 4
D. MSDS PG. 4
E. PARTS DIAGRAMS PG. 5-8
F. HYDRAULIC/ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC PG. 9
G. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PG. 10
H. WARRANTY STATEMENT PG. 11

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A. Operating Instructions
NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ALL OPERATORS FAMILIARIZE THEMSELVES
WITH THE MACHINE AND DEVELOP SAFE WORKING HABITS.
1. IMPORTANT! Remove solid plug on hydraulic reservoir and install breather cap
(included) for proper air venting.
2. Remove solid plug nearest the mast (on left side of motor), and install the lubricator,
regulator, gauge and filter (in that order).
3. Next, remove the other solid plug and install the muffler.
4. Attach air line to the filter (80 P.S.I., 50 scfm, ¾” air line is recommended for proper
use). Need ball joint shut off to release down pressure. Customer to supply.
5. To raise the attachment, push handle (located on the right at the top of the hydraulic
power unit) forward until desired height is achieved.
6. Lower the attachment by pulling handle back toward operator.
7. Rotate the attachment by pushing or pulling handle (located on the left of the hydraulic
power unit) forward or back.
8. Loosen straps according to the following directions:
a.) Depress “finger release” on ratchet and fold handle open.
b.) Pull strap through ratchet just far enough to unhook metal ring from t-bar at
the end of the rotating arm.
c.) Perform this on both ratchets.
9. Move the Roto-Lift forward, straddling the drum, and center the rotating arms to the
drum by raising them up or down.
10. After arms are centered on the drum, push forward until drum touches the rear of the
rotating arms.
11. Pull both straps around the front of the drum and hook the metal ring onto the t-bar on
the ends of the rotating arms.
12. By depressing the “finger release” on the ratchet and returning it to the original position,
you may now ratchet the straps tight around the drum.
13. With BOTH straps tight, raise the drum by using the up/down (right) lever.
14. To dump, raise the drum to the desired height and move the rotating (left) lever.

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B. Safety Information
1. When transporting a load, it is recommended that the attachment is lowered as close to
the floor as possible to reduce the chances of accidents during transport.
2. Do not leave load suspended for an extended period of time or premature wear to the
lifting cylinder will occur.
3. Maximum lifting capacity is 1,000 pounds and this capacity is governed by the
attachment capacity.
C. Maintenance Information
1. Setting up a preventative maintenance schedule of the FRL is recommended. Clean,
lubricated air at the optimum pressure will reduce downtime, promote longer component
life, and lower maintenance costs.
2. The lifting chain should be oiled periodically as needed. This is best accomplished by
lowering the backplate completely and spraying lubricant onto the chain.
3. Check nylon straps occasionally for wear and replace as necessary.
D. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides information on the safe use, handling and potential hazards of a
product. This information assists with the proper response in the event of an emergency.
Valley Craft maintains material safety data sheets (MSDS) on all our products. You are urged to obtain copies of
the relevant MSDSs before using our products to protect yourself and others against any known health or safety
hazards described in these MSDSs. Valley Craft strives to make safety a top priority. Do not hesitate to contact
us to discuss any safety aspects of our products.
The relevant MSDS codes for Valley Craft products are listed below.
www.conocophillips.com
Super ATF Transmission Oil, MSDS Code 778846
Super-Sta Grease, MSDS Code 775440
www.batteriesplus.com
Sealed Lead Acid Battery
SLA for English version
SLA Sp for the Spanish version
Paint
Contact Valley Craft Customer Services at 1-800-328-1480 or on the web at [e-mail]

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E. Parts Diagrams
F88589B9 ROTOLIFT-78 AIR
F88590B6 ROTOLIFT-90 AIR
F62980A9
RATCHET ASSY (2)
Z20753A0 CYLINDER
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78
Z20754A9 CYLINDER-90
F52067A6 CLEVIS PIN
F63091A3 SPROCKET ASSY
Z50085A2
HANDLE GRIP (2)
F60860A8 ROLLER CHAIN
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78
F61446A9 ROLLER CHAIN
-
90
Z30228A2 4” CASTER (2)
Z31606A9 6” PHENOLIC WHEEL
(2)
F68993 AXLE BOLT ASSY/SL (2)
Z10048A2 NUT-NYLOCK NE 1/2-13 (2)

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F87785B3 ROTO LIFT-78
F87803B1 ROTOLIFT-90
CONTINUED
F64367A4 BACKPLATE
ASSEMBLY
INCLUDES
Z30700A8
BALL TRANSFER STUD (4)
F64056A3
ROLLER BRG ASSY (4)
Z20153A2
AIR MOTOR 3HP REV
Z20664A8
DYNA PAK PUMP
(SEE PUMP PARTS LIST)
Z20739A5 39.50” HOSE/604/613
F61310A9 13.00” HOSE/613
Z
20740A3 48.00”
HOSE/613/682

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FRONT SECTION ASSEMBLY
F62848B1

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FRONT SECTION ASSEMBLY
PARTS LIST
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 F30214A4 CHAIN-ROLLER 1
2 F52527A0 NUT-LOCK 1-1/4 1
3 F62980A9 RATCHET ASSY 2
4 F52651A8 MNT-MOTOR 1
5 F62629A6 FRT SECT WLDMT 1
6 F62630A3 BACK SECT WLDMT 1
7 F52648A4 GUARD-CHAIN TOP 1
8 F52649A3 GUARD-CHAIN BTM 1
9 F52650A9 SPROCKET-LARGE 1
10 Z10026A8 NUT-HEX JAM 3/8-16ZP 2
11 Z10090A9 S-SHS 5/16-18X3/8 2
12 Z10122A1 S-HHC 5/16-18X3/4 2
13 Z10132A9 S-HHC 3/8-16X1 4
14 Z10134A7 S-HHC 3/8-16X1-1/2 2
15 Z10148A1 S-HHC ½-13X1-1/2 2
16 Z10166A8 #10-24X1/2 4
17 Z10202A4 WASHER-3/8 FLAT 4
18 Z10214A0 WASHER-3/8 LOCK 8
19 Z10393A3 NUT-LOCK ½-14 2
20 Z10430A5 BUSH-MACH 1X14GAX2 1
21 Z10627A7 ZERK-GREASE .188 2
22 Z20701A3 FTG 90 6801-6-10 NOW 2
24 Z20656A6 MOTOR-HYD 1
25 Z30059A6 LINK-CONN SPT/CLIP 1
26 Z30400A2 SPROCKET-SM W/SHS 1
27 Z30420A8 BRG-TAPER ROLL 1” BORE 1
28 Z50037A1 RUBBER PAD 4.17’

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F. Hydraulic/Electrical Schematic
DYNA PAK PUMP ASSEMBLY
Z20664A8

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G. Troubleshooting Chart
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Low torque Worn vanes Replace vanes.
Clean & check filter
Check lubrication
Consider an air-line moisture trap if
Corrosion is evident
Motor turns with
Difficulty or not at
all
Dirt, foreign material Clean rotor & vanes with an appropriate
solvent. Clean & check filter
Motor runs hot Inadequate lubrication Refill in-line lubricator
Unit will only lift a
short distance at a
time
Insufficient air source Verify that the air source is capable of
supplying 80 P.S.I. and 50 cfm with a ¾” air
line.

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H. Warranty Statement