Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner GeNeraL oPeratIoN 1. LoWerING the LIFt Insert key and switch to ‘ON’ position.Press ‘DOWN’ on toggle switch. The platform will unfold. Continue to lower until platform reaches the ground and becomes level. [Figure 3-1] Do Not over-lower to the point where the vehicle begins to rise.
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Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner 3. SecUrING the chaIr Depending on your lift model and the type of securement device it uses, you may wish to raise the platform halfway, using the ‘UP’ toggle switch, in order to avoid having to bend over while you attach straps or flip the chair’s armrest out of the way of the hold-down arm.
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When the chair is unloaded, press ‘UP’ and the platform will automatically fold. (Except always verify the chair or AL010/050 and AL030). scooter is held firmly in place caUtIoN prior to transport. • always run the lift fully to the top for transport.
Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner aL010/050 aND aL030 mIcro LIFtS mIcro LIFtS / FoLDING aL010/050 aL030 models require the platform to be folded and unfolded manually. The locking mechanism consists of a pin and keeper plate, which must be disengaged before unfolding.
Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner aL570 & aL570XL LoaDING the chaIr Set chair speed to SLOW. Drive chair forward carefully until the chair plow engages with the Dock 'N' Lock [Figure 7-1] Set chair speed to SLOW and use extra caution while driving on and Figure 7-1 caUtIoN...
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Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner SWING-aWaY oPeNING the SWING-aWaY 1. remove Safety Pin [Figure 8-3] The Swing-Away allows you to easily swing the installed auto lift away from the back of the AL105L AL105L vehicle for convenient access to the trunk or lift AL105 AL105 gate.
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Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner cLoSING the SWING aWaY Verify that the T handle has Close the Swing-Away unit as you would a fully retracted. car door. caUtIoN Stay clear of the latching mechanism WarNING SAFELY CLOSED SAFELY CLOSED WRONG WRONG Figure 9-2...
Operating Your Lift Section 1 : owner maNUaL oVerrIDe In the event of a power failure, for example Disconnect power from lift if your car battery dies, your lift can still BeFore attempting manual operate using the Manual Override system. WarNING override.
Safety & Maintenance Section 1 : owner SaFetY & maINteNaNce This lift is meant for human transport. The chair or scooter MUST be unoccupied before operating the lift. Each WarNING! lift is designed to transport a specific chair only. DO NOT attempt to move any mobility devices, objects, people, or materials other than those for which the lift was designed.
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Safety & Maintenance Section 2 : inStaller NoteS For aL015, aL100 aL160 moDeLS WarNING! On some scooters, it may be necessary to temporarily move the steering tiller forward to clear the hold-down arm as it lowers into the lock- down position. WarNING! Figure 12-1 Some scooters have...
Preparation Section 2 : inStaller ProFeSSIoNaL INStaLLatIoN recommeNDeD lift with any hesitation or question. Note: The following section is designed for the professional Serious injury or damage can result if installer. We strongly recommend that a certified dealer proper procedures are not followed. install the lift, configure the docking device, and instruct the user on correct operation as well as establish a Safety and read &...
Preparation Section 2 : inStaller UNPacKING the LIFt check the box contents. Review each part against the packaging checklist to ensure that all parts have been included. If any parts are missing or damaged, immediately contact the dealer who sold the lift. Do not attempt to install or use a lift that has missing or damaged parts.
Preparation Section 2 : inStaller INStaLLatIoN oVerVIeW Never attempt to pick up the lift from the box, ground or on/off a vehicle alone. If you follow the proper installation procedure, no heavy lifting will be needed, and the lift practically installs itself.
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Preparation Section 2 : inStaller 4. connect power to the lift. [Figure 16-1] Insert and turn key. Press ‘DOWN’ to extend the lift. [Figure 16-2] c l e c l e Connect power Connect power to the lift to the lift Figure 16-1 Figure 16-2 5.
Installation Section 2 : inStaller WIrING the VehIcLe Improper wiring is the #1 cause of problems in the operation of a vehicle lift. Follow the wiring instructions carefully The vehicle wiring harness is located in the hardware pack. Do Not connect The harness is manufactured to comply with SAE J1128 the red wire...
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller • If the harness is too long, coil the excess wire and secure it to the vehicle frame/bumper with the supplied wire COIL ANY EXCESS COIL ANY EXCESS WIRE HERE WIRE HERE ties. [Figure 18-1] OR SHORTEN OR SHORTEN Do Not...
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller tech Note: motor teStING IMPORTANT! If the installation requires the wiring harness to run on Troubleshooting with a test light the underside of the vehicle, route the harness away or voltage meter may give a false from the exhaust system, brake lines, fuel lines and gas indication.
CHAIR / USED SCOOTER AL003..ball,1,2, or 3...25 lbs AL010/050..1,2 or 3....71 / 67 AL105 AL015.....1,2, or 3...62 lbs AL030..ball,1,2, or 3...49 lbs AL100....2 or 3....83 lbs AL160.....1,2, or 3...74 lbs Must AL300....2 or 3....80 lbs 40 lbs Exceed Hitch AL301XL....2 or 3..100 lbs AL500....2 or 3....75 lbs...
Installation Section 2 : inStaller hItch aDaPterS AL126 AL126 H128 H128 AL127 AL127 Standard Class 2 Standard Class 2 Class 2 Short Class 2 Short Class 2 Extralong Class 2 Extralong The Hitch Adapter plugs into the AL1265 AL1265 4” Drop Class 2 4”...
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller hItch aDaPterS (con’t) Figure 22-1 The effective range of the Hitch Adapter changes slightly if the lift is equipped aL107 with the standard Hitch Post. [Figure 21-1] or if it’s equipped with a tail gate/hatch accessibility option, either aL105 aL105L Swing-Away.
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller INStaLLatIoN WIth hItch PoSt 16"-18" 16"-18" 14"-16" 14"-16" 12"-14" 12"-14" 5"-12" 5"-12" Figure 23-1 oPtImIzING hItch heIGht You can vary the lift height by changing the Hitch Adapter’s orientation and location. This helps you optimize the vehicle’s ground clearance to ensure that the platform lays flat when it reaches...
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller INStaLLING the hItch aDaPter 1. attach hitch adapter to hitch post orientated properly according to the application’s Hitch Height. [Figure 24-1] 2. attach hitch Post to lift. Do NOT over tighten. 3. Slide hitch adapter into vehicle’s hitch receiver.
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller INStaLLatIoN WIth SWING-aWaY oPtImIzING hItch heIGht You can vary the lift height by changing the Hitch Adapter’s orientation and location. This helps you optimize the vehicle’s ground clearance to ensure that the platform lays flat on the ground when it reaches the end of its travel. Consult Figure 25-1 to select the orientation needed for the vehicle based on the Hitch Height, that is, the vehicle’s hitch receiver distance to the ground.
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Installation Section 2 : inStaller 2. Slide hitch adapter into vehicle’s hitch receiver. [Figure 26-1] Fasten Adapter according to hitch class. Figure 26-1 1/2" Hex 1/2" Hex Nyloc Nut Nyloc Nut C L A S C L A S THREADED HOLE THREADED HOLE HHCS, HHCS,...
( Be sure to comply with vehicle's bumper rating ) vehicle's bumper rating ) vehicle's bumper rating ) vehicle's bumper rating ) with AL030 Power Tote (AL030 can also be upgraded with Class 3 and Class 2 hitch adapters.) Omit Omit stabilizer stabilizer Figure 27-1 2.
Chair Preparation Section 2 : inStaller chaIr PreParatIoN A lift with four securement straps offers two options for attaching strap hooks to the chair, Anchor Plate or U-Bolt Kit. The lift includes both sets of options. [Figure 28-1] Figure 28-1 aNchor PLate The Anchor Plate is a 20”...
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Chair Preparation Section 2 : inStaller Each chair is slightly different so the U-bolt Installing U-Bolt hardware Kit placement will differ among models and The U-bolts are used with power chairs or manufacturers. Place the U-bolts towards the scooters that do not have a center seat post. On center of the seat if possible.
Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL015, aL100, aL100hD, aL160 LIFt aDJUStmeNtS WarNING! In some cases, you may need to cut the threaded stud of the SettING hoLD-DoWN Foot heIGht hold-down foot to avoid contact with the motor cover. Only cut as much 1.
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Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL015, aL100, aL100hD, aL160 LIFt aDJUStmeNtS (con't) Note: When adjusting the leg down, ensure that the top of the threaded rod still protrudes from the top of the pivot tube. [Figure 31-1] END OF THREADED ROD END OF THREADED ROD MUST PROTRUDE THROUGH MUST PROTRUDE THROUGH...
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Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL010/050 & aL030 mIcro LIFt aDJUStmeNt teNSIoNING WaSherS 1. Position the folded wheelchair on the platform, being certain the large rear wheels fall into the aL010/050 aL030 micro lifts contain cradles of the platform.
Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL560 & aL560XL PLatForm aDJUStmeNtS Thread must protrude out of top of nylon portion of all nuts. For adjustment, aL560 caUtIoN! x 12 x 12 platform components are loose. You MUST tighten these screws and nuts x 12 x 12...
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Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL560 & aL580 SerIeS hoLD-DoWN arm aDJUStmeNt 1. Drive chair onto platform after cradles have been adjusted. (See prior page.) [Figure 34-1] 2. Raise platform to top of travel until you hear the clutch. [Figure 34-2] 3.
Lift Adjustments Section 2 : inStaller aL570 & aL570XL chaIr PLoW INStaLLatIoN Use extreme care in drilling to The plow attaches to the underside of the power chair, enabling caUtIoN! avoid electronics automatic locking and unlocking of the chair to the platform of or wires! the lift.
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Dock ´n` Lock Section 2 : inStaller aL570 & aL570XL DocK aND LocK INStaLLatIoN 1. measure Distance. When the plow is attached to the chair (based on instructions provided with the plow), measure the distance from the ground to the approximate center of the ½” pin of the plow. [Figure 36-2] Be sure the chair is on a hard, level surface when obtaining this measurement.
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Dock ´n` Lock Section 2 : inStaller 3. reassemble Dock 'N' Lock. Select the holes that will center the chair width-wise onto the platform. Use spacers as required to match the height of the plow on the chair. [Figure 37-1] Be sure to use bolts that are long enough for the bolt’s end to protrude through the upper...
Troubleshooting Section 2 : inStaller troUBLeShootING DeaLer oNLY SectIoN ProBLem The following procedures are reserved for the approved • Lift does not operate. installer/dealer. They should not be attempted by • Lift operates slowly or intermittently anyone without proper knowledge of automotive electrical circuitry. caUSe Be careful when troubleshooting with voltage meter. Bad electrical connection(s) / Circuit The instruments will detect voltage but may not indicate breaker...
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Troubleshooting Section 2 : inStaller ProBLem ProBLem License plate light does not work. Extra length of wire leads to the lift motor caUSe caUSe Four-prong connector is not wired. Wire was provided for optional Swing-Away SoLUtIoN The license plate light runs from the SoLUtIoN four-prong trailer plug located on the vehicle harness that powers the...
EXPLODED VIEW - AL015 Exploded Views Section 2 : inStaller AL015 ASSEMBLY PARTS ASSEMBLY PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM 201-ZA06-C INNER TUBE BHCS-0_37-16--1_00-SS-NP BUTTON HEAD 3/8-16 x 1.00 SS H11010 J-CAM 202-ZA06-C OUTER TUBE H14044 ROLLER 203-2A39-C GO GO ES PLATFORM H14045...
EXPLODED VIEW - AL160 Exploded Views Section 2 : inStaller AL160 ASSEMBLY PARTS ASSEMBLY PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM 200-2A01-A MOTOR COVER, ASSEMBLY, OUTSIDE LIFTS BHCS-0_37-16--0_75-SS BUTTON HEAD, 3/8-16 x 0.75, SS 201-ZA06-C INNER TUBE BHCS-0_37-16--1_00-SS-NP BUTTON HEAD 3/8-16 x 1.00 SS 202-ZA06-C OUTER TUBE...
Exploded Views Section 2 : inStaller AL585SEL ASSEMBLY PARTS AL-585-SEL ASSEMBLY PARTS AL-585-SEL ASSEMBLY PARTS ASSEMBLY PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM 200-2A01-A MOTOR COVER, ASSEMBLY, OUTSIDE LIFTS H14045 CLEVIS PIN , Y L CLEVIS PIN...
Exploded Views Section 2 : inStaller AL585SS ASSEMBLY PARTS AL-585-SS ASSEMBLY PARTS AL-585-SS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM ASSEMBLY PARTS ASSEMBLY PARTS H14044 ROLLER 200-2A01-A MOTOR COVER, ASSEMBLY, OUTSIDE LIFTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM H14045 CLEVIS PIN...
Electrical Hardware Section 2 : inStaller MOTOR COVER WIRING SCHEMATIC POLE REVERSING SWITCH KEYSWITCH ACTUATOR LIFT CIRCUIT LIGHT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS MOTOR COVER LIGHT TRAILER PLUG TYPICAL HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS ASSEMBLY PARTS ITEM WARRANTY FORM OWNER S MANUAL , E I B "...
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Florida 34234. You may also register online at www.harmar.com. Keep a copy of this form for your records. Harmar Mobility warrants its lift products against defects in material, mechanical and electrical components (parts), excluding labor cost, batteries, paint and covers, for a period of three (3) years from date of retail purchase, provided that the products have been installed, maintained and operated properly.
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