Installation Safety
Please read this manual prior to installing, repairing or using this cart lifter.
Installation of this equipment requires welding, painting, grinding, torching and working with
high- pressure hydraulic systems. The appropriate safety equipment should be used at all
times.
Always follow OSHA specified lock-out procedures while working with a truck.
Cart lifters weigh, on average, between 110 to 300 lbs. Do not lift the lifter onto the
mounting plate by hand. Always use proper lifting equipment.
Always use a chain or strap to secure the lifter in the upright position during the installation
process. Unsecured lifters may fall suddenly causing injury.
The truck to which the lifter is to be installed should be empty of waste. Torching and
welding can ignite the contents of the truck and cause a fire.
Do not weld on the truck unless a ground is in place and the battery is disconnected.
Do not open/loosen any hydraulic lines unless the system is off and depressurized.
Always double-check hydraulic fittings and hoses for tightness prior to reactivating the
pump.
Always relocate lights that need to be moved due to the position of the cart lifter to a clear
and unobstructed area clearly visible to drivers.
All painting of the truck/lifter after installation is complete should be done with proper
ventilation and per local regulations. Do not paint over caution and warning labels.
If there are any questions about the proper installation or use of the cart lifter not covered in
the manual, it is recommended to call Perkins at 800-882-5292.
