To keep a lift system running
optimally requires preventative maintenance. The following
areas need inspected
at
regular intervals. Conduct these inspections and make the adjustments and repairs to ensure your system runs
trouble free preventing expensive downtime. Add all of the following tasks to your preventative maintenance
schedule.
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Illustration |
Softrol Part
Number |
File Reference |
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Illustration 6 |
QR-GTLAC-J007-L015 |
ILL06_QR-GTLAC-J007-L015.pdf |
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Illustration 7 |
QR-GTLCICRH48LHA |
ILL07_QR-GTLCICRH48LHA.pdf |
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Illustration 8 |
ASOLS-SY7340-5DZ-03-ASSY |
ILL08_ASOLS-SY7340-5DZ-03-ASSY.pdf |
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Air Lift
Operation |
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Air lift operation is achieved by a
controlled actuator in a relay box mounted on the lift frame. This controls the air flow to the cylinder
for directional activation. |
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To maintain
the operation, air flow needs to be regulated and consistent. The air regulators are set by Softrol installers at the time of commission. Changing the regulation will affect the
incline and decline speed of the lift. |
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Air Lift Preventative Maintenance See Illustration 6 |
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Monthly |
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Lifting Cylinder |
Keep free of lint and debris. |
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Cylinder Rod |
Inspect for scratches and the
cylinder rod seal for damage |
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Cylinder Rod Seal |
Inspect for damage |
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Cylinder Shaft |
Clean with a clean lint free cloth and wipe in the
direction of travel. Compressed air can
be used to remove lint and dust but supplied air must be filtered. |
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Every
Three Months |
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Air Fittings |
Inspect air fittings at cylinder
for leakage. |
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Supplied Air Lines |
Inspect for wear, rubbing or
cracking. If any wear or air leakage
occurs, repair immediately. |
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Before removing any air lines, lift
carriage must be at its lowest point.
Verify the carriage is resting on the lower stops or the cylinder is
at its bottom of travel. Bleed off
air in closed system and remove faulty component i.e. airline, fitting.
Replacement parts are available from Softrol Parts
Department at 888-SOFTROL (888-763-8765) extension 110. Softrol
recommends replacing all components at this time to minimize down time. |
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Air Lift
Cylinder Connections See Illustration 7 |
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Every Six Months |
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Clevis Connecting Hardware |
Inspect for tightness and wear.
Both upper and lower connections should be inspected. |
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Switches |
Clean and inspect roller limit switches
and optical location switches for debris and operation. |
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Compressed filtered air or lint
free cloth may be used to remove dust and lint. |
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Refer to carriage maintenance
section for rail alignment and additional maintenance requirements. |
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Center Position Closed Valve See Illustration
8 |
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Every Six Months |
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Air Lines and Fittings |
Inspect air lines and fittings of
the center position closed valve. |
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Wire Connections |
Inspect for wear or chafing. Replace worn or defective parts. |
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Mounting Screws |
Inspect for tightness. |
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Debris |
Remove any debris. |