Sealey MC450 Instructions

thank you for purchasing a sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and
properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Ensure the bike is adequately secured to the
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lifting platform with appropriate straps before raising the load.
Maintain the lift in good condition (use an authorised service agent).
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replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only.
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Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the
warranty.
use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the lift. DO NOT
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use brake fluid to top up hydraulic unit.
locate the lift in a suitable work area, keep area clean and tidy
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and free from unrelated materials, and ensure that there is
adequate lighting. Also ensure that the floor is level and strong
enough (preferably concrete) to take the weight of the lift and the
bike. DO NOT operate the lift on tarmacadam, as the surface
may be unstable.
Keep the lift clean for best and safest performance.
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the maximum bike weight is 450kg. DO NOT exceed this rated
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capacity.
remove ill fitting clothing. remove ties, watches, rings and other
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loose jewellery, and contain long hair.
Maintain correct balance and footing, do not over reach. ensure
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the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
Before lifting check that there are no overhead obstructions.
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When platform has been raised to the working height ensure the
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locking bar is engaged to prevent accidental lowering.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
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the lowering speed will vary according to the weight of the load
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and the amount of pressure applied to the release pedal.
DO NOT attempt to ride a motorcycle up onto the lift
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DO NOT use the lift for a task it is not designed to perform.
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DO NOT operate the lift if damaged.
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DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the lift.
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DO NOT operate the lift when you are tired or under the influence
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of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the lift.
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DO NOT make any modifications to the lift and DO NOT adjust or
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tamper with the safety valve.
DO NOT sit or stand on the lift or hold onto it when it is being
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raised or lowered.
DO NOT attempt to raise the lift using manual strength.
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DO NOT put any body parts within the interior frame of the lift
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whilst raising or lowering.
DO NOT use the ram alone to maintain a raised motorcycle.
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AlWAys engage the locking mechanism.
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InstructIons for:
HYDRAULIC MOTORCYCLE LIFT 450kg
MC450
Model no:
Before lowering the lift ensure that there are no obstructions
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underneath and that all persons are standing clear.
Before storing in safe area, ensure all parts are clean and free of
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grease and oil. store lift in the lowest position.
2. SPECIFICATION
capacity .................................................................................450kg
overall Width/length .................................................. 800/3140mm
Height Minimum/Maximum ........................................... 175/810mm
net weight .............................................................................72.5kg
Main Platform Width/length ........................................ 145/2140mm
3. ASSEMBLY
the lift comes completely assembled, except for the following
items: (refer to the drawing below).
3.1 Tie Down Hooks: the two front tie downs are longer than the
rear pair. slide the front tie downs (13) onto the rods either side
of the front end of the platform and secure them with bolts (14)
and nuts (15). Attach the shorter rear tie-downs (31) to the rear
rods and secure with bolts (14) and nuts (15).
3.2 Wheel Chock: Place the wheel chock (17) on to the front end
of the platform and align it with a suitable pair of holes. slide
the long bolt (19) through a hole in the side of the platform and
through the sleeves welded to the back of the chock and out
the other side of the platform. secure with nut (18).
3.3 Front Wheel Attachment. drop the ends of the 'u' shaped
front wheel attachment (21) into the sleeves welded to the front
end of the platform and secure with a pin (20) on either side.
3.4 Support Leg and Wheel Assemblies: Identify the two support
leg/wheel assemblies (27) and (74). the front assembly (74)
has a threaded hole between each pair of wheels. Insert the
front assembly through the support arm tube at the lower, front
end of the scissor frame. rotate the assembly within the tube
until the hole in the centre aligns with the hole in the tube. secure with
a bolt (26).
3.4.1 now attach wheels (28), washers (29) and retaining rings
(30) in the order shown in the diagram below. Identify the two
lock bolts (41) with hand wheels attached and screw them into
the holes between the wheels on either side.
3.4.2 Insert the rear assembly (27) through the support arm tube at
the lower, back end of the scissor frame. now attach wheels
(28), washers (29) and retaining rings (30) in the order shown
in the diagram below.
Original Language Version
Mc450 Issue: 2 - 15/10/09