SPEED-LIFT INSTALLATION SUGGESTIONS

UNLOADING FROM CARRIER

All models of the Speed-Lift are shipped on flat-bed trucks. Arrangements must be made for unloading the lift from the carrier’s flat-bed truck at the delivery location. Any of the following techniques may be used:

1. A large heavy-duty tow truck equipped with an extendable hydraulic boom which can put the lifting hook(s) 11 feet or higher above the center of a flat bed truck will be more than adequate for off-loading any Speed-Lift at delivery. Smaller tow trucks with sufficient lifting capacity for various size lifts may be used as long as the load is lifted from the center and is balanced. One tow truck on each side of the flat-bed truck may also be used to hoist the Speed-Lift clear, then remove the flat-bed from beneath, and carefully lower the unit evenly to the ground. Use only quality towing companies with knowledgeable employees.
2. Fork lifts, one positioned on each side of the flat-bed delivery truck may also be used to lift the Speed-Lift clear while the truck is driven out from under it, then the docklift can be lowered evenly to ground level, where it may be moved on its own wheels into position for use.
3. A boom crane of sufficient capacity to safely handle the specified Speed-Lift weight may also be used for delivery carrier unloading, and is particularly useful when careful positioning of assembled units in tight places, on raised pads, or inside building doors is required.
4. Tilt bed wreckers are extremely useful for moving Speed-Lifts from one location to another, but are not recommended for unloading lifts from flat-bed carrier semi-trucks unless great care is taken by professionals to prevent a lift from rolling off the side of the flat-bed before reaching the tilt bed truck.

POSITIONING FOR EFFICIENCY

Designing each unloading/loading area for maximum efficiency is vital to long-term profitability. The Speed-Lift may be positioned outside or inside, permanently in one location, or mobile to be moved from one spot to another. Should daily movement be necessary, it is recommended that the unit be placed on smooth level concrete for easiest rolling. Larger lifts may be equipped with tow bars for power assisted movement with tuggers, fork trucks, or trucks.

Position the Speed-Lift to minimize the distance employees must walk or travel on fork trucks as they unload. Eliminate rough surfaces, bumps, inclines or ramps and doorjams where possible between the lift and the building entrance. Placing the Speed-Lift on the same ground level as the truck usually is best because it permits smooth side to side alignment of the truck bridge and extra truck bumper clearance. When the lift is

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