Sealey MT500 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 & 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
F WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
! Use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the lift. DO NOT use brake fluid to top up hydraulic unit. Use Sealey hydraulic oil only.
! Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
! Keep the lift clean for best and safest performance.
! Before use, ensure that the transportation plug in the hydraulic unit is replaced by the vented plug (see 4.1.4.).
! Locate the lift in a suitable work area. Keep area clean and tidy and free from unrelated materials, and ensure that there is adequate lighting.
F WARNING! Use lift on level and solid ground, preferably concrete. Avoid tarmacadam since the lift may sink into the surface.
! Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure that the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
! Keep children and non-essential persons away from the work area.
! Never operate the lift with a load heavier than 500kg. Ensure the load is evenly distributed on the platform and secured if necessary.
! Before lifting check that there are no overhead obstructions.
! When raised, insert the safety bar to keep the platform from lowering.
! When work is complete, check under the platform to ensure that there are no obstructions and that it is safe to lower the unit.
% DO NOT operate the lift if any parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or possible personal injury.
% DO NOT place any part of your body within or under the lift during use.
% DO NOT operate the lift when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
% DO NOT use the lift for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
% DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the lift.
! Store lift in a dry, childproof area when not in use.
2. INTRODUCTION
The MT500 Mini Tractor Lift is of all-steel construction with
a heavy duty hydraulic ram operated by a separate foot
pump unit. Platform safety lock device to prevent
accidental lowering. Drop-leaf platform with chequer plate
surface for secure loading and positioning of mini tractor.
The base assembly can be fitted with optional wheels.
F WARNING! Ensure that there is adequate clearance
between the underside of the mini tractor and the point
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where the loading ramp and platform meet. Failure to do so
may cause damage.
3. SPECIFICATION
SPECIFICATION:
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500kg
Height Min/Max . . . . . . . 160/785mm
Width x Length . . . . 1000 x 2200mm
Hydraulic Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . 1.3l
4. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Numbers in brackets refer to the items in the parts list.
4.1. Hydraulic pump
Important! The pump (2) is supplied filled with oil, take care when carrying out the following instructions.
4.1.1. Connect the angled fitting of the hydraulic hose (9) to the ram (14).
4.1.2. Support the pump (2) vertically so that the connecting port is uppermost. Remove the plastic plug and fibre washer from the port and
replace with the male-male fitting and copper washer provided.
4.1.3. Connect the free end of the hydraulic hose to the fitting.
4.1.4. Return the pump to the normal horizontal position and then remove the transportation plug and replace with the vented plug supplied.
4.1.5. Attach the mobile ramp (22) using the four pins provided.
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Instructions for:
M I N I T R A C T O R L I F T
MT500
Model:
MT500 - 1 - 240402