Poweramp LMP SERIES MECHANICAL 4.2009 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

LMP-SeriesDock LevelerOwner’s/ User’s ManualPrinted in U.S.A.Copyright © 2007Manual No. 4111-0013 AUG 2007Dec.2008POWERAMP • Division of System

INTRODUCTION84111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Component IdentificationA — LipB — Lip Maintenance PropC — PlatformD — Lip LinkE — Lip Assist RodF —

INSTALLATION94111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Prepare PitBefore lowering the dock leveler into the pit, thefollowing must be performed:1. Remove all debri

INSTALLATION104111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Poweramp dock levelers are designed withinstallation in mind. Each unit is shipped with liftingbrackets (A

INSTALLATION114111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.20081. Remove any bumpers that may be banded, orbolted to the frame of the dock leveler. DO NOT remove the ship

INSTALLATION124111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008A— Distance (Leveler FrameHeight)B— Shim Locations (UnderRear Vertical Supports)C— Shim Locations (UnderLi

INSTALLATION134111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008NOTE: Poweramp dock levelers are designed with anominal 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) shimming distanceto allow for pit

INSTALLATION144111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008A— Front of Dock PitB— Dock Leveler FrameC— Side Pit Curb AngleD— Gap [3/4 in. (19 mm)Minimum]E— Pry Loca

INSTALLATION154111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.200814. Weld front of dock leveler frame (B) to shimslocated under the keepers, then weld the shimsto the front

INSTALLATION164111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 200821. Pull the release ring to raise platform. Engage theplatform maintenance prop (B) in the service(uprigh

OPERATION174111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008TheoryThe LMP-series mechanical dock leveler uses largelift springs (18) to apply force to lift arm (17). The

PageSafetyRecognize Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1General Operational Safety Precautions . . . .

OPERATION184111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Operating InstructionsThe dock leveler operation instructions aredivided into the two methods of loading andu

OPERATION194111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008NOTE: If end unloading is required, see EndLoading/Unloading Instructions on page 20.1. Check to make sure tru

OPERATION204111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008End Loading/Unloading — Platform at Cross-Traffic Position.End Loading/Unloading — Platform at Below-Dock Pos

MAINTENANCE214111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Service Dock Leveler SafelyWhenever maintenance is to be performed under thedock leveler platform, support t

MAINTENANCE224111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Periodic MaintenanceA —Lip Hinge Lug AreaB — Lip Maintenance Prop PivotC — Lip Link PivotsD — Platform L

MAINTENANCE234111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Quarterly MaintenanceRegular maintenance must be performed on a weeklyand quarterly schedule. Weekly Mainten

ADJUSTMENTS244111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Adjust Lift Arm Spring and Lip Assist Spring TensionA — Jam NutB — NutC — Lip Assist SpringD — Lift Spr

ADJUSTMENTS254111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008NOTE: Adjusting the tension of lift springs (D) usuallyrequires that the lip assist spring (C) also beadjust

ADJUSTMENTS264111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008NON-Adjustable Lip Stop A— Platform FrameB—Lip StopC — Lip KeeperD — LipAlways stand clear of the dock le

TROUBLESHOOTING274111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Symptom Possible Cause SolutionPlatform does not rise. Heavy object(s) on platform. Remove object(s) fro

SAFETY14111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Recognize Safety InformationRead and understand the operating instructions andbecome thoroughly familiar with the

TROUBLESHOOTING284111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Symptom Possible Cause SolutionPlatform rises to fullheight, but lip does notfully extend.Lip assist ch

PARTS294111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Item Quantity Part Number Description1 DOTH-2563 Hold Down Assembly Complete, 31.5” Ratchet Bar 5’ & 6’ Units

PARTS304111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Frame ComponentsFCBDAEFKLMUGJHQRSVWXZPTABACAALADAFAE

PARTS314111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Item Quantity Part Number DescriptionA 1DFRA-____ 1Frame, Welded AssemblyDFRA-____ 1Frame, Clean Sweep, Welded As

PARTS324111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Platform ComponentsPLATFORMS(2)ITEM QTY 6 FOOT LONG 8 FOOT LONG 10 FOOT LONGAD 1 6.0 FOOT 6.5 FOOT 7.0 FOOT 6.0 F

PARTS334111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Platform ComponentsContinued on next page*AR = As Required1)Provide dock leveler serial number, platform size, and

344111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Toe Guard/Weather Seal—OptionalItem Quantity Part Number DescriptionA 2 DOTH-2818 Channel, Weather Seal, 84” B 2 DOTH-

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374111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008MISCELLANEOUSCustomer InformationNOTE: Refer to illustration for left/right orientation ofdock leveler.The model/seria

SAFETY24111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Learn the safe way to operate this equipment. Read and understand themanufacturer's instructions. If you hav

POWERAMP WARRANTYLMP-SERIES MECHANICAL LEVELERSystems, Inc., guarantees the materials, components, and workmanship in yourPoweramp LMP-Series dock lev

SAFETY34111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Do not use dock leveling device if freight carrier istoo high or too low.Do not overload the dock leveling device.

SAFETY44111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec. 2008Maintenance Safety PrecautionsALWAYS stand clear of dock leveler lip whenworking in front of the dock leveler. Fa

SAFETY54111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008Safety Decal on Leveler FrameSafety Decal on Hold-Down MechanismSafety Decals

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INTRODUCTION74111-0013 — Aug. 2007Dec.2008General InformationLMP-Series dock levelers are available in thefollowing sizes, weight capacities, and opti