Installation Manual & Check Off Sheet: ILSL 33, 3300 Lbs. Capacity ILSL 44, 4400 Lbs. Capacity
Installation Manual & Check Off Sheet: ILSL 33, 3300 Lbs. Capacity ILSL 44, 4400 Lbs. Capacity
06/15
ILSL 33/44 Installation Manual
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 5
2 Important Information .............................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Important Dimensions ................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Mounting Notes: ............................................................................................................ 8
2.3 Recommended Tools for Installation ............................................................................. 8
2.4 Components for Installation .......................................................................................... 8
2.5 General Overview of ILSL Liftgate ................................................................................ 9
3 Chassis Dimension Sheets ...................................................................................................... 10
4 Reference Documentation ....................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Installation Drawing ....................................................................................................... 11
4.2 Trailer and Body Preparation ........................................................................................ 12
5 Gate Installation........................................................................................................................ 15
5.1 Installation..................................................................................................................... 15
5.2 Installation (Custom) ..................................................................................................... 19
5.3 Platform Storage Up-Stops ........................................................................................... 21
5.4 Liftarm Up-Stops ........................................................................................................... 22
5.5 Mud Guards (Optional).................................................................................................. 24
6 Electrical Installation ................................................................................................................ 26
6.1 Battery Box/Boxes ........................................................................................................ 26
6.2 Wire Crimping ............................................................................................................... 27
6.3 Circuit Breaker Installation ............................................................................................ 28
6.4 Wiring Diagram for Main Auxilary Battery Power ........................................................... 29
6.5 Single and Dual Pole Plug Charging System ................................................................ 30
6.6 ON/OFF Switch ............................................................................................................. 32
6.7 Hand-Held Remote Control (Optional) .......................................................................... 33
6.8 Toggle Switch (Optional) ............................................................................................... 34
6.9 Foot Controls (Optional) ................................................................................................ 36
6.9.1 Warning Lights (Optional) ................................................................................ 38
6.10 3-Button Flush Mount Control (Optional) ....................................................................... 41
6.11 Control Board Wiring and Connector Schematic ........................................................... 42
6.12 Control Board Components ........................................................................................... 43
7 Hydraulic Schematics .............................................................................................................. 44
Company Information:
Company Name:
Advisor Name:
Liftgate Information:
Date of Purchase:
Date of Installation:
1 Safety Information
This manual follows the Guidelines set forth in “ANSI Z535.4-2007” for alerting you to possible hazards and
their potential severity.
! DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
! WARNING indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
(In this manual it is used to alert the user to potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.)
NOTICE without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury. (In this
manual it is to alert you to special instructions, steps, or procedures.)
2 Important Information
Before Getting Started
“READ FIRST”
The ILSL liftgate is a heavy duty industrial hydraulic lifting device. Performance and
reliability are closely related to proper installation, battery cable connections, and
grounding. All grounding surfaces MUST be cleaned, prepped, and sealed per this manual.
“Cut to size” cables MUST be properly crimped and sealed as factory supplied. All
connections MUST be dressed with dielectric grease or equivalent sealer.
• Review lift gate invoice, packing slip, and installation drawing to assure delivery of correct gate
and complete delivery of accessories and optional equipment.
• Read and understand the “Installation Manual” and “Owner’s Manual” in their entirety before
starting your Installation.
• This manual is for installing an ILSL gate on a trailer with steel cross-members.
• Refer to your truck manufacturer’s instructions before adding any auxiliary equipment. Installer
is responsible for compliance with this manual, OEM and FMVSS requirements.
• Always Ground closest to your welding point to prevent arcing through moving parts or
electrical parts.
• Contact PALFINGER Liftgates for Special Installations not covered in this Installation Manual.
• Do not paint cylinder shafts or nylon bearings (Use non-chlorinated brake cleaner to remove
over spray)
• Final Check-Off-Sheet at rear of this manual MUST be filled out and kept in your records for
future reference.
• Check the battery voltage before installation. Flooded lead acid batteries should measure
12.6V and AGM batteries should measure 12.8V. If batteries are not at these voltages, fully
charge before installation
Improper operation of this liftgate may result in severe personal injury or death. DO NOT
operate unless you have been properly instructed, have read and are familiar with the
procedures in this manual. This manual has been designed to illustrate the steps needed
for the basic installation of the ILSL liftgate. It also provides safety information and simple
preventive maintenance tips.
This manual is not intended for use as a repair or troubleshooting guide. Repairs should be
performed by a Palfinger Liftgates Authorized Service Center.
This manual has been designed for use in conjunction with the ISLS series liftgates only which is
designed for different capacities. There are four options to determine the model and serial number
of the installed liftgate:
1) Refer to the serial number tag on the liftgate (Top of Mount Frame).
2) Ask your employer or lessor;
3) Call your PALFINGER Liftgates Authorized Service Center for assistance.
4) Call PALFINGER Liftgates for assistance in the USA at 888-774-5844. You can also contact
PALFINGER Liftgates by fax (562) 924-8318 or on the internet at www.palfinger.com
For technical support, contact PALFINGER Liftgates or an authorized PALFINGER service center.
www.palfinger.com
• Installing a gate at or close to minimum bed height normally results in a gate that will NOT
open and close from stored position if the minimum floor height is exceeded when truck is
loaded.
• Ensure trailer body does not interfere with installation or operation of the ILSL liftgate series.
• It is not recommended to cut, torch, or remove support materials from trailer. Removing
gussets, stiffeners, light rings, or other such support structures may VOID your trailer warranty.
• Call technical support before starting the installation if any questions or concerns arise on
mounting dimensions or procedures.
Decal Kit
Owner's Manual 15 pcs
Installation Manual 1 pc pg.52
1 pc 90-1614-002
90-1614-001
Sub-Frame Mount
Assembly w/ Rails
Battery
Box
Hyrdraulic
Pump
Box
Mount
Tube
Parallel
Arm
Liftarm
Platform
A = Bedheight: Top of trailer floor to level ground (with air bags up)………….______
B = Top of floor to bottom of trailer cross member…………………………………..…______ Sill Dimensions
C = Clearance area required (90” Minimum)…………………………………………………______
D = Door to battery box (if equipped)……………………………………………..……………______
E = Door to gas tank (if equipped)…………………………………….………………………….______
F = Door opening width……………………………….…………….….……………………….……______
G = Door opening to end of open door………………….…….…..………….………………______
H = Door thickness measured from outside of trailer body………………………….______
I = Trailer width……………………………………………………....……………………………….…______
TRAILER
CURB SIDE VIEW Note: If trailer is equipped with additional
equipment, between the front of the trailer
B and the tires, other than what is pictured
here, provide a description and
dimension(s) between each component.
BATTERY GAS
BOX TANK A
D E
C
TRAILER
TOP VIEW
LANDING GEAR
TIRES
REAR FRONT I
SILL DIMENSIONS H
REQUIRED SWING DOOR
OPEN
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4 Reference Documentation
4.1 Installation Drawing
Installation Dimension sheets are provided with each ILSL liftgate, as there are too many different setup
combinations for a generic installation drawing. When ordering a liftgate, Palfinger Liftgates provides an
installation drawing based upon the trailer dimension sheet provided by the installation company.
IMPORTANT:
Prior to beginning the installation, review the installation drawing provided with your lift gate. Verify that the
subject chassis matches all dimensions shown on the installation drawing prior to installing the gate. If
liftgate and/or trailer do not match the dimensions on the drawing notify Palfinger Liftgates before attempting
to install the gate.
Trailer Body
Overall
Depth
Trailer Floor
Bed Height
Stored
Position
" G " Dim.
Stored
Position
Ground
Trailer Body
Overall
Depth
700
700
Bed Height
55.0" Max.
36.0" Min.
Operating
Position
" G " Dim.
Raised
Position
Ground
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4.2 Trailer and Body Preparation
In order to install the ILSL liftgate a minimum space is required to be clear of any interference with the
trailers OEM equipment. Most of this equipment can be relocated to a different area of the trailer. In some
cases equipment is fixed and cannot be relocated due to regulatory requirements. When instances of fixed
equipment arise, the installation will vary in terms of positioning of the liftgates platform and minor
adjustments to the platform could be required.
1. The ILSL liftgate is designed to be installed in a position centered to the door opening. Prepare the
trailer chassis for installation by clearing a minimum of 90” (7.5 ft.) centered to the door opening. If
the trailer is equipped with gas tanks, battery boxes, storage boxes, etc., make sure to relocate any
interfering equipment to a different area on the trailer. Modifications must be in accordance with the
chassis manufactures recommendations.
Door
Storage Battery
Gas Tanks
CL
90" MIN.
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2. When the trailer is equipped with equipment that cannot be relocated, the required area for
installation can no longer be centered to the door and will need to be “shifted” to one side of the door
as shown below. Minor adjustments to the platform could be required in this case.
Door
Storage Battery
Gas Tanks
CL
90" MIN.
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3. Recommended trailer construction is 12”, on center, steel cross members secured to the trailer floor
and side rails. This allows the liftgates sub-frame to intersect a minimum of seven (7) cross
members for welding
Attach Crossmembers
Securely to Trailer Floor 12.00" on Center
Trailer
Floor
7
Trailer
Cross
Members
Liftgate
Sub-Frame
Tubes
Some trailer designs have cross members which are not equal in height. Steel spacers/fillers will be
required to be added to have a surface for the liftgates sub-frame tubes to weld on.
Trailer
Floor
Liftgate
Sub-Frame
Tubes
4. Proceed to the Gate Installation (Section 5, pg 15.) after the trailer has been prepared for a standard
or custom installation.
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5 Gate Installation
5.1 Installation
IMPORTANT!!!
• A proper preparation of the trailer is essential for a safe, effective and efficient installation process and
assures proper function of the liftgate without damage to the trailer or liftgate.
1. Using the Installation Drawing provided by Palfinger Liftgates, refer to the drawing for critical
dimensions. Use the dimensions from the Installation Drawing to position the gate. NOTE: All
dimensions shall be taken from the door side of the trailer.
2. After confirming dimensions, use a forklift or similar equipment to position the liftgate assembly
underneath the trailer. Raise the forklift arms carefully until the sub-frame tubes of the liftgate meet
the trailer cross members. Make sure no hoses or cables are wedged between the sub-frame tubes
and cross members.
Dimension from
Installation Drawing
Trailer Body
Door Opening
Trailer Floor
Trailer Cross Member
Sub-Frame
Tubes
Forklift
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3. The four cross tubes on the liftgates sub-frame will be the welding points to weld the liftgates sub-
frame to the trailers cross members. A minimum of 56 welds are required with 1-1/2” welds as
shown below.
(56 plcs)
Front 1/4" 1-1/2"
Left Side of Trailer of Trailer
7
Trailer Right Side of Trailer
Cross (Door Location)
Members
Rear
of Trailer
Top View of Trailer with Liftgate Sub-frame Tubes
Trailer
Floor
3/8" 3/8"
No Weld No Weld
Trailer 1-1/2"
Cross Weld on
Members Center of
Crossmember
Sub-frame
Tube
4. Continue to installing the Electrical Section of this installation manual. See Section 6, pg. 26.
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5. After all electrical requirements have been installed, continue with the installation.
6. From stored position use the Slide Out switch on the control box. A stop bolt has been positioned in
the front of the rail as a safety precaution to prevent the sliding plates from exiting the rails. The stop
bolt will be adjusted later in the installation.
Rails Stop Bolt
Slide Plates
7. Slide out the entire gate until the sliding plates meet the stop bolt. Use the Lift Down turn knob on the
control box to lower the platform to the ground. Unfold the platform tip manually. Do not apply a
load to the platform during installation.
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8. Place a piece of channel flush on the floor that extends out the door and serves as a guide for the
platform. Use the Lift Up turn switch on the control box until the platform meets the side of the
trailers door opening. If initially, the platform does not align with the floor, use the Slide turn knob to
slide the mount tube back slowly until the platform is flush with the vehicles floor. Make sure there is
no interference with the vehicle body, hoses, cables, lift arm, or other components. Never use the
slide knob on a loaded platform.
Trailer Body
Door Opening
Channel
Trailer Floor
9. With liftgate in the raised position and the platform flushed with the channel, remove the stop bolt
and choose the hole that is closest to the sliding mount plate inside the slider rail. Install the bolt into
one of the six holes and tie down. Both rails shall have the bolt in the same hole so the sliding plates
stop at the same point. NOTE: If finer tuning is required, add a piece of round tube inside the rail to
tighten the distance between the screw and slide plate.
Slide Rail
Slide Rail
Slide Plate
Slide Plate
Round
Tube
10. Cycle the gate a few times from storage to lift position and verifying the gate is operating without any
issues or interference.
11. Finally, verify all bolts are fastened and all welds are 100%.
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1. Verify the sill design. The sill design will be based on the type of trailer. Vans, reefers, and flatbeds
will all have different sill designs. A ‘stepped’, ‘tapered’ and ‘flat’ are some of the more common sills
in the industry, but other sill designs exists.
Tapered Stepped
Flush
2. The liftgates platform is intended to provide a smooth ‘bridge’ between the sill (floor) and platform
main without any large gaps that may cause rolling equipment to stop in the transition. Stepped and
tapered sills tend to leave a gap between the standard platform and floor. In many occasions the
gap can be completely closed if not minimized.
Platform Platform
Main Main
Gap Gap
Minimal Platform
Gap Main
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3. Uninstall the bumpers if necessary to make adjustments to the platform main.
Bumper
4. To achieve gap minimization, either trimming or adding of material to the main section of the platform
will be required. The sill and door designs will also dictate how much material will be trimmed in
order to close the gap between the sill and the platform main. Measure the door thickness from the
outside of the trailer to the outside of the open door, this amount measured must be trimmed off the
platform in order to have the platform minimize the gap between the sill and platform. The opposite
side (opposite to the door side) may also require to be trimmed. Each trim must be reinforced for
strength.
Door
Opening Door
Sill Trailer Body Thickness
Opened
Door
Platform Main
Platform Main
Flatbar
Reinforcement
Gap
Minimized
Platform Main
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- Platform Storage Up-Stops MUST be installed to avoid damage to the platform when the vehicle is
traveling.
- The up-stops must be mounted high enough and welded to the trailer cross members so that they do not
interfere with the mainframe tube.
- Rubber bumper should make contact with the Alumimum Tip section 1-1/2“ below steel slide rails.
- The up-stops must not be causing any inference with any parts of the liftgates.
- The main pin and lift cylinder hoses must clear the up stop when the gate slides out.
Weld to Trailer
Cross Members
Upstop
Aluminum Tip
(Folded)
Steel Main
Upstop
Trailer
Crossmember
2"x2"
Angle
1/8"
100%
Trim Channel
If Necessary
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- Lift arm up-stops are highly recommended to prevent damage to the vehicles body and the platform over
time.
- The up stop must be mounted high enough so that they do not make contact with the mainframe tube but
must stop the lift arm at the point where the platform will meet the floor.
- Due to a large variation between each liftgate installation, up stops will vary in design and will
need to be fabricated to the liftgates requirements. Below is an example of a custom fabricated up
stop with a piece of square tube and two pieces of flat bar with a C-channel. The C-Channel must be
welded to a minimum of three trailer cross members for best support.
Platform Main
Floor
Lift Arm
Cross Members
Custom
Fabricated
Upstop
Upstop
Angle
Mount Tube
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NOTES
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5.5 Mud Guards (Optional)
Mud flaps are highly recommended to help protect the liftgate from debris and shall be installed on both
sides of the liftgate. Mud flaps will require assembly and installation.
1. Assemble a 96” x 24” mud guard frame for both sides of the gate. Weld all components as shown.
24"
2"x2"x1/4"x96" Angle 96"
Ribs
Rear
Front
2. Position the mud guard frame approximately 36” away from the end of the mount tube or to the next
available cross member making sure the gate covers the battery box is located in the vicinity. Weld
the mud guard frame to the cross members of the trailer. After welding the frames, drill pilot holes on
the 2”x2” angles and the ribs for securing the mud flap material on the frame.
Trailer Cross
Member Door Opening
1/8" 1/8"
100% 100%
Mud Flap
Frame
Liftgate
36" 36"
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3. Install the mud flap material after welding the frames to the cross members. Drill holes on the top
and bottom angles and also the vertical ribs for securing the mud flat material.
Mud Flap
Frame
Mud Flap
Screws
Mud Flap
Assembly
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6 Electrical Installation
• Any deviation from PALFINGER Liftgates’s recommended power setup will void warranty and product
liability unless you have a written confirmation by PALFINGER Liftgates that allows you to do specific
changes.
• Prior to starting electrical installation insure that the liftgate batteries are fully charged. 12.6V
for Flooded Acid Batteries, and 12.8V for AGM Batteries. Charge batteries if necessary.
• Never exceed rating of existing fuses located at the battery, control board and/or the pump and
motor which may result in serious damage to the equipment.
• Never jump the 150 Amp circuit breaker at the batteries unless otherwise instructed by the
PALFINGER Liftgates technical support team.
• All connections should be heat shirk protected and all open ended terminals must be
replaced with closed end terminals or the open ends must be protected with heat shrink
tubing.
• Never secure a cable in a way where it can make contact with other wiring, brake-, fuel- or air-
lines, or get pinched against other objects.
• It is highly recommended to use 2 gauge wire throughout the electrical system when
connecting to batteries.
• Do not splice battery cables unless otherwise instructed by the Palfinger LIftgates technical
support team.
Front End of
Liftgate Assembly
Platform
Rear End of
Liftgate Assembly
Mount Frame
Battery Box
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6.2 Wire Crimping
All grounding surfaces MUST be cleaned, prepped, and sealed per this manual. “Cut
to size” cables MUST be properly crimped and sealed as factory supplied. All connections
MUST be dressed with dielectric grease or equivalent sealer.
Heat Source
Heat Shrink
Battery Terminal
Crimp Tool
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6.3 Circuit Breaker Installation
1. Mount the circuit breaker securely in battery box or at positive battery terminal using the buss bar.
2. Connect the liftgate 2 Gauge cable to AUX stud on the circuit breaker.
3. Connect a 2 Gauge jumper from BAT stud on breaker to positive battery post if circuit breaker is not
mounted on battery. When circuit breaker is mounted on battery use the provided buss bar on the
BAT stud.
Note: 150 amp minimum circuit breaker required.
Jumper
Buss
Bar
Circuit Breaker
Location Circuit Breaker
Location
Battery
Box
Buss Bar To
Positive (+)
Battery
Terminal
Mounting
Hole
Mounting
Hole Reset Required
2 Gauge Cable
from Liftgate
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6.4 Wiring Diagram for Main Auxilary Battery Power
Wires #2 and #4
go to postitive (+)
*In-Line
Fuse
**Resetable
Circuit
Breaker
Aux.
Batteries
2Ga Power Cable
From Liftgate (+)
***Ground
Ground Cable
From Liftgate (-)
4-Conductor
Power Cable
from Control Board
Liftgate
Mount Frame
*In-Line ATC Fuse: 20 Amp. Replace with same amperage fuse when necessary.
**Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
***Ground: For optimal grounding, ground all batteries and power units to the body side rails of the vehicle.
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to jump in-line fuses with other objects other than the specified fuse.
Do not increase the amperage rating of fuse. Serious harm to the liftgate will result when
standard practices are not followed.
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6.5 Single and Dual Pole Plug Charging System
Wires #2 and #4
go to postitive (+)
*In-Line
Fuse
**Resetable
Circuit
Breaker Wires #1 and Gr/Yl
go to ground (-)
**Resetable
Circuit
Breaker
Aux.
Batteries
Single 2Ga Power Cable
Pole From Liftgate (+)
Socket
***Ground
Ground Cable
From Liftgate (-)
4-Conductor
Power Cable
from Control Board
Liftgate
Mount Frame
*In-Line ATC Fuse: 20 Amp. Replace with same amperage fuse when necessary.
**Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
***Ground: For optimal grounding, ground all batteries and power units to the body side rails of the vehicle.
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to jump in-line fuses with other objects other than the specified fuse.
DO NOT increase the amperage rating of fuse. Serious harm to the liftgate will result when
standard practices are not followed.
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Wires #2 and #4
go to postitive (+)
*In-Line
Fuse
(+)
**Resetable
**Resetable
Dual Circuit
Circuit
Pole Breaker
Breaker
Socket
Aux.
Batteries
Ground Cable
From Liftgate (-)
4-Conductor
Power Cable
from Control Board
Liftgate
Mount Frame
*In-Line ATC Fuse: 20 Amp. Replace with same amperage fuse when necessary.
**Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to jump in-line fuses with other objects other than the specified fuse.
DO NOT increase the amperage rating of fuse. Serious harm to the liftgate will result when
standard practices are not followed.
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6.6 ON/OFF Switch
The on-off switch is integrated into the control box and can be found on the right hand side in the control
box. The switch is prewired and does not require any additional work.
Main power is taken from J-11 #2 and returns to the board through J-30 #4. All #4 terminals are internally
hardwired on the board and provide 12V DC the moment the switch gets turned to “ON” position.
ILSL
• To operate this liftgate read and understand the
operating decals and manuals.
• Make certain the platform is clear before
operating the lift.
• Liftgate shut-off switch must be turned off when
liftgate is not in use.
• Keep platform in horizontal position when
In loading and unloading.
• Do not overload, refer to capacity decals.
Slide • Lower platform
Loading Position: • Slide out liftgate
Out • Unfold platform
24"
Lift
Max Capacity
Down
On/Off Switch
Load
on Platform
Platform
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6.7 Hand-Held Remote Control (Optional)
The hand held remote control is integrated to the storage box. Location of the box may differ from
installation to installation but it will be in the vicinity of the operations control box. Maintain the hand held
remote control in the storage box after use to prevent any damage. NOTE: Do not store the hand held
remote inside refrigerated vehicles.
1. The 2-button hand held remote will be installed in the hand held remote storage box as shown.
Remote will be pre-wired and no wiring is required.
2. Install the holster for the 2-button hand held remote on the inside part of the door.
3. The 2-button remote can only raise and lower the platform. No other liftgate functions are
operational with this remote.
4. Follow the operational table to operate the remote.
Operational Table
Button Color Function
Trailer
Door
(Opened)
Liftgate
Mainframe
Control Box
NOTES
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6.8 Toggle Switch (Optional)
Reminder: The toggle switch only raises and lowers the gates platform.
1. Determine the location of the toggle switch. The switch shall be installed on a location that is easily
accessible to the operator, and should not interfere with the door.
2. Pre-drill two mounting holes and a third hole to route the cable
3. Feed the cable thru the hole and route to the control box located at the end of the mount tube.
4. Secure the switch to the surface using two sheet metals screw and route the toggle switch cable
down to the control board.
Door
Route to
Control
Board
Control
Board
2x
ø5/32"
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5. To wire the toggle switch/switches follow the wiring diagram below. Use heat shrink on all wire
splices.
BL - Blue
BR - Brown
SW - Black
GE - Yellow
GN - Green Power LED
- Negative
+ Positive
4
4
MBB
6.2 6
Toggle Switch
J31
Connector Single Toggle Switch Wiring Configuration
5
5.2 5
4
4
4
MBB
6.2 6
Toggle Switch
6
J31 Wire No. Function
Connector 5 Raise
4 12V Power
6 Down
MBB
Dual Toggle Switch Wiring Configuration
Toggle Switch
Heat Shrink
J31 J31
Connector Connector
Butt Splice
Join wires with butt splice Use heat shrink to seal splice
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6.9 Foot Controls (Optional)
1. Unscrew the covers to expose the slots for each foot control module.
Foot Control
Cover
2. Mark or label each foot control harness to avoid confusion after the harnesses have been routed. The
platform main is designed with pre-drilled holes underneath for routing each harness. Feed each cable
harness through each foot control slot on the main section of the platform and route each harness as
shown below. Once the cable is out of the platform, the lift arm is equipped with a bar that serves as a
guide for the harnesses to be routed along and secured to. Next, secure each foot control module with
the provided screws on the platform
Rear Front
Foot Control Foot Control
Lift arm
w/bar
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3. Connect the Front Foot Control Harness to pins 5, 4 on J3. Connect Rear Foot Control Harness to
pins 4, 6 on J3.
Crimp Terminal J3 Plug
P/N: 1358765 P/N: P-1358710
J3 Plug
Wiring Table
Pin/Color Pin/Color
Control Board
Front Foot
Control Harness 4 (Hot)/Blue 5 /Brown
DOWN
Step on the front foot control and hold – wait between one and three seconds before you step on the
rear foot control.
UP:
Step on the rear foot control and hold – wait between one and three seconds before you step on the
front foot control.
5. Once operation has been verified, check all connections and verify that all screws are properly
fastened. Finally, install the operation plate and make sure the arrows on the plate match the foot
control operations.
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6.9.1 Warning Lights (Optional)
1. The warning light slots are located on the corners of the platform main and have covers over them.
Unscrew the covers to expose the slots for each warning light on the platform main.
Warning Light
Slot Cover
Platform Main
2. Feed the left warning light harness into the slot and route the harness through the inside of the
platform and out on the right side. For the right warming light, trim and leave a minimum of 6” or
harness attached to the right warning light. Do not discard the excess harness from the right warning
light, it will be required to finish the installation.
Left Warning
Light Harness
Right
Warning
Light
Excess Harness from
Right Warning Light
After Trim
6" Min.
Left Warning
Light Harness
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3. Next, use butt splice connectors to join the left and the right wires together, make sure the same
color wires are joined together from each harness and crimp the butt splice. On the other end of the
butt splice connector, slide a piece of heat shrink over the excess harness prior to feeding the wires
into the open end of the butt splice. Crimp butt splice connector and seal.
Excess Harness from
Left Right Warning Light
Warning
Light
Harness
Butt
Splice
Connectors Heat
Shrink
Right
Warning
Light
Harness
4. Route the other end of the excess harness through the inside of the main platform and up the lift arm
to the control board in the pump and motor box.
Control Board
(Inside Box)
Lift arm
w/bar
Route to
Lift Arm
Routed
Harness
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5. Use crimp terminals on each wire. Insert the crimped terminals into the corresponding ports on the
J3 plug; make sure the orientation of the plug matches the control board. Add a 4 amp fuse in line
with pin 7. Connect the harness to pins 7 and (-) on the Control Board. NOTE: If Foot Control
Switches have been pre-installed, use the two remaining slots on the J3 plug to connect the Warning
Lights.
Rear Foot Control Harness
From
Platform
From
Platform Warning Lights Harness
In-line Fuse
4 Amps
Wiring Table
J3 Plug
Pin/Color Pin/Color
Warning Lights
Harness 7 (Hot)/Blue - /Brown
Control Board
6. Verify both lights are operating as intended. Check all connections and fit all wires inside the
platform main. Fasten both warning lights to the platform.
Platform Main
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6.10 3-Button Flush Mount Control (Optional)
1. Determine the location for the control. Make sure the control is placed in a location that’s easily
accessible to the operator.
2. Make a rectangular cut out (vertically or horizontally) of 3.25”W x 9.00”H on the surface. Fit the
control into the cutout and use the remote as a template to mark the mounting holes on the surface.
Drill pilot holes.
3. Route the cable back to the control board and secure the remote to the surface with the provided
screws.
4. Wire the flush mount control as indicated below. The control can ‘piggy back’ the toggle switch as an
option. Make wires connections as shown below if adding a toggle switch to the system also. Assure
all jumpers inside the control are set and cables are tight at the contact blocks.
Vertical
Mounting Cutout Mount
3.25"
Horizontal
Mount
9.00"
3.75"
Rear View
(Internal Contacts) Front View
Optional no
Slide In-#3.2- 80 - wire 4 3 4
( Toggle-#5 ) Up-#5.2- wire 1 3 4
no
no
3 4
( Toggle-#4 ) Hot-#4.3- yellow / green 1 2
nc
no
Slide Out-# 81- wire 3 3 4
5 up
4 Hot/Power
6 down
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SLIDE IN
SLIDE OUT
UP
DOWN
5.2: Up
6.2: Down
4: Power 12V
Control Board Wiring and Connector Schematic
Wiring Schematic
NOTE: REPLACE FUSES WITH SAME AMPERAGE WHEN NECESSARY. ILSL
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6.12 Control Board Components
WARNING FOOT
LIGHTS CONTROL
CONTROL
BOX
POWER PACK
HAND HELD
REMOTE (HHR)
SLIDE
UP
BL - Blue
BR - Brown
SW - Black
GE - Yellow
GN - Green
- Negative Power LED
+ Positive
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
Warning lights shorted ON/OFF switch (or disconnect bridge J11/2<->4) or close
tail lift
Cab switch: off/on (or disconnect bridge J11/2<->4) or close
Short in on-off switch or aux port
tail lift
Cab switch: off/on (or disconnect bridge J11/2<->4) or
General short in electrical wiring
voltage interruption MBB control
Defect at motor solenoid detected during lifting Automatically when the valves are back to normal
Voltage V02 (J1 pin 2) is missing, defective fuse Replace the fuse
S5 valve detected during closing or motor solenoid defective Automatically when the valves are back to normal
S5 valve detected or defect at lowering valve (S1/S2) Automatically when the valves are back to normal
This graphic describes the different functions of each plug and where it is connected to. Make sure every
plug is in its correct position.
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7 Hydraulic Schematics
7.1 Hydraulic Schematic
A A
B A
M A B D
S8 S7
S4
Functions:
Lift: S4 + Motor
Lower: S1 + S2
Slide Out: S8 + Motor
Slide In: S7 + Motor
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Functions:
Lift: M+S1+S2
Lower: S1+S2+S5+S11
Slide Out: M+S8
Slide In: M+S7
S1, S2 on lift cylinder and S7, S8 on push pull valve block are double acting release valves:
They have to be activated for fluid to go through them in either direction
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Functional Description of Hydraulics Schematic (Discontinued)
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7.2.5 Push-Pull Valving (Discontinued)
• S-8 energizes open and S7 closes to slide out
• S-7 energizes open and S8 closes to slide in.
J42-80 J1-12
S8 AH
AV
AH S11
AK AK
S7 BK BV BK
J42-81
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7.3 Lubrication
1. Lower the platform to the ground.
2. Remove red protector caps from each component. Lubricate, grease, and oil per diagram below.
3. Cycle platform up and down several times. Lubricate and grease all points again.
4. Wipe any excess grease and replace all red protector caps on zerks.
4 zerks:
- 1 cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
- 1 Swing fixture
IN Oil reservoir
(Inside)
OUT
3 zerks:
- 1 cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
IN 3 zerks:
- 1 Cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
4 zerks:
- 1 Cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
- 1 Swing fixture
IN
OUT
Oil: Oil level in the power pack tank (see marking inside of power pack reservoir)
IN Lubricate: Platform hinges, Slide Rails and optional Cart Stops (use WD-40 spray for lubrication)
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7.4 Decal Placement and Inspection
For operator’s safety, all decals appearing in “Decal Kit” must be in a conspicuous place on control
side of liftgate to be read by operator. This is typically a combination of decals on the liftgate and
truck body. Please make sure to place the maximum capacity decal on both sides of the door.
Decal Kit
Decal Qty. Part No. Description
A 1 ATG-URGWA Urgent Warning: Elevating gate instructions
B 1 85-1614-000 Operating Instructions (Control Box)
C 1 ATG-SWILFP-V 3-Button Remote Control Vertical Mount (if applicable,
must be located directly above control)
D 1 ATG-SWILFP-H 3-Button Remote Control Horizontal Mount (if applicable,
must be located directly above control)
E 2 ATG-XXXX Capacity (please check the serial number plate to find
out your specific capacity)
F 1 ATG-CAB Liftgate Shut-Off (located next to shut-off switch)
G 1 ATG-BKR Max. Circuit Breaker Reset (must be located at the
circuit breaker)
H 2 ATG-WLH Warning: Liftgate can crush
I 2 ATG-CTN Caution: Always stand clear of platform area
J 1 ATG-RESET Circuit Breaker Protection
K 1 ATG-FT Notice for Foot Control (if applicable)
L 1 ATG-UD Toggle Decal (next to the toggle switch, if applicable)
M 1 ATG-WNG Warning: Use handle to open (must be located
underneath handle (main section))
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I E
E I
H
A
H
J
G
D
F
K
M
Decal - E
Decal - C Decal - D
Decal – B
Decal- A
Decal - H Decal - I
Decal - G
Decal - F
Decal - I
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8 Final Inspection Check List
Liftgate failure or malfunction could result in property damage, personal injury or death if you fail to check
each of the following items listed. DO NOT USE the liftgate if any of the following points are NOT verified and
checked.
Installation is NOT complete and all WARRANTIES are VOID if you have not checked and verified all items
listed on this inspection sheet. Inspection sheet is to be filed at the facility where liftgate was installed.
Structural Inspection
All welds are 100% complete per this manual.
All nuts, bolts, mounting hardware, pins, chain anchors are tight.
All mounting dimensions are correct and liftgate is square and parallel per this manual.
Capped cutout with flat bar or angle.
Hydraulic Inspection
Pump reservoir is filled to 1.5" from top when cylinders are completly compressed (platform is resting on the
ground).
Hydraulic components and connections do not leak.
(Should be checked after unit is hydraulically locked for five (5) minutes.)
All hydraulic lines are secured with cable ties, hoses clamps, or other fasteners. No hoses or components rub on
the frame, platform, or any other components while unit is in operation or in storage. No hoses are kinked or bent.
Electrical Inspection
Battery cable(s) attached are clamped tight and dielectric grease is used to seal all connections.
All electrical lines are secured with cable ties, hoses clamps, or other fasteners and are properly protected.
Circuit Breakers installed and wired per instructions.
Battery voltages: Flooded Batteries = 12.6V; AGM Batteries = 12.8V
Lights wired properly and operate per DOT, State, and Federal requirements.
Operational Inspection
All decals are in place and legible per instructions.
All pivot points are lubricated per instructions, and Zerk fittings have been capped.
Up stops are in place. Wheel is set for proper opening when lowering. Coil springs at platform are
adjusted.Platform torsion rod is adjusted. Snubber pads are tight against platform.
Platform travels up and down smoothly and freely, without any hesitation or unusual noises.
Platform is flush with the sill/floor when raised completely.
Platform rests on the ground evenly when lowered completely.
Platform raises and lowers properly and at correct speed. (2 to 4 inches per second)
Gate is painted, body is clean around gate. Cylinders are clean and rubber & plastic caps are in place.
The liftgate serial number and model number are documented on the inside of the front cover of the Owners
Manual, as well as the installation manual in the space provided.
Owners Manual is in the vehicle's glove box.
Supervisor has demonstrated the instructions in the Owners Manual to the customer/driver upon delivery.
Inspection Information:
Name (please print): ____________________________________________________________________
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