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SS45 Hand Pallet Trucks

Lift-Rite Hand Pallet Trucks Model SS45

The Lift-Rite Hand Pallet Truck Model SS45 is a manual lift
truck designed for lifting and transporting loads within a
facility. This product is equipped with a hydraulic pump that
raises and lowers the load. The frame components and hydraulic unit
are inspected for damage during shipment, and the hydraulic pump is
tested for proper operation before use. This product comes with a
user manual, operating instructions manual, and replacement parts
manual.

Operating Instructions

To raise the load, push down on the fingertip control. Pump the
handle to raise the load from the floor. To lower the load, pull up
on the fingertip control. The neutral position disengages the pump
from the lifting mechanism, which makes pulling loads easier. In
addition, the pump is not subject to shock pressures while the
truck is in motion. For free handle movement, place the fingertip
control in the neutral position.

Safety Procedures

Always wear Personal Protective Equipment such as safety shoes
and protective glasses when operating, working with, or assembling
or dismantling hand pallet trucks. Before using this product,
perform a daily inspection of the steering, hydraulic system,
wheels, chassis/handle, lifting/lowering mechanism, and labels.
Report any malfunction or unsafe conditions to your supervisor. Do
not use this product until it is repaired.

Maintenance

All pivot points are equipped with permanently lubricated
bushings and bearings. To increase bearing life, it is recommended
that a few drops of light machine oil be applied at each pivot
point every 3 months. The thrust plate is equipped with three
grease fittings. Apply grease under normal conditions every 3
months.

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Owner’s Manual, Operating Instructions Manual, and Replacement Parts Manual
Lift-Rite Hand Pallet Trucks Model SS45

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This publication, 1188027B, applies to the Lift-Rite Hand Pallet Truck, Model SS45 and to all subsequent releases of this product until otherwise indicated in new editions. Changes occur periodically to the information in this publication.
To order additional copies of this manual, part number 1188027B, contact your local authorized Lift-Rite Sales and Service Center.
If you need assistance with your lift truck, contact your local authorized Lift-Rite Sales and Service Center.
For more information please visit www.liftrite.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

DELIVERY INSPECTION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PROCEDURES

DAILY INSPECTION

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

COMPLETE HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY

MODEL SS45 CHASSIS DIAGRAM

RECYCLE YOUR OLD LIFT-RITE PARTS

HAND PALLET TRUCK WARRANTY

SELECTED OSHA REGULATIONS FOR LIFT TRUCKS

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Always follow your facility’s rules regarding wearing Personal Protective Equipment such as safety shoes and protective glasses whenever operating, working with, or assembling or dismantling hand pallet trucks.

DELIVERY INSPECTION
Visually inspect hand pallet truck frame components and hydraulic unit for damage during shipment by carrier. If damage is evident, notify delivering carrier immediately and file necessary claims. Test the hand pallet truck pump for proper operation.
If the hydraulic pump does not respond to movement of the handle, an air lock may have developed during shipping. To remedy this, go to the user friendly TROUBLESHOOTING guide in this manual.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(Read and understand prior to using this product)

To raise the load, push down on the fingertip control. Pump the handle to raise the load from the floor.
To lower the load, pull up on the fingertip control.

NOTE: The neutral position disengages the pump from the lifting mechanism. This frees the handle, which makes pulling loads easier. In addition, the pump is not subject to shock pressures while the truck is in motion.

For free handle movement, place the fingertip control in the neutral position.

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SAFETY PROCEDURES
(Read and understand prior to using this product)
· Read and obey all labels on this product. If you have any questions about these, ask your supervisor.
· Do not operate this hand pallet truck unless you are authorized and trained to do so. · Never overload your hand pallet truck. Stay within its rated capacity. · Do not operate this truck if damaged or not in proper working order. · Distribute the load evenly on the forks. Do not concentrate loads at one point or load one fork
more than the other. · When the load impairs visibility, the hand pallet lift truck should be pulled and not pushed. · Always look where you are operating. Keep a clear view. · Only handle loads on flat level surfaces. Do not use a loaded truck on inclines or declines. · Never carry passengers. · Never put your feet, hands, or any other body part under the frame assembly. · Always yield right of way to pedestrians. · Do not allow your hand pallet truck to drop from one level to another. Even a drop of 1 in.
(25 mm) more than doubles the effective load momentarily and results in a loading that can bend or break components. · Move loads only with the hand pallet truck in its lowest position. · Always make sure that the load is stable before moving to eliminate the opportunity for load shift. · Use extreme care when rounding corners. Too fast a speed could cause a hand pallet lift truck to tip. If loaded, the load could shift and fall. · When not in use, fully lower the forks.

DAILY INSPECTION
At the start of your shift, check the items listed below. Report any malfunction or unsafe conditions to your supervisor. Do not use this product until it is repaired.

CHECK POINTS
ACTION

Steering
Check full rotation

Hydraulic System
Check for excessive oil on exterior and check for function

Wheels
Check for wear, damage, and remove debris

Chassis/ Handle
Check for damage and remove debris

Lifting/ Lowering
Check for function

Labels
Check for readability

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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION All pivot points are equipped with permanently lubricated bushings and bearings. To increase bearing life, it is recommended that a few drops of light machine oil be applied at each pivot point every 3 months. The thrust plate is equipped with three grease fittings. Apply grease under normal conditions every 3 months.
PUSH BAR LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT If the forks do not rise evenly at the tips, or the roller levers begin to drag on the floor, the following adjustment is necessary:
SS45 MODEL · Turn the hand pallet truck over so that the underside of the forks are accessible. · Remove one locking pin (179415) with a 3/16 in. punch. · Remove the bushing (179335) from the bracket. · Adjust the bolts (179328). Turn counterclockwise to raise the fork tips and clockwise to lower the fork tips. · Replace the bushing (17933), through the bolt, and replace the locking pin (179415). · When adjusted properly, the forks should be 3 in. low height from ground level in the lowered position.

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MAINTENANCE (CONT.)

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Your hydraulic system is maintenance free. Do not add hydraulic oil unless there is, or was, a leak. Use ISO VG 15 grade hydraulic oil or equal for SS45 model trucks. Other oils, fluids, or solvents may damage your hydraulic system. If you suspect additional oil is required, follow these steps:

1. Check for and fix any possible oil leaks. 2. Lower the truck and load with 600 lbs. (272 kg) (approximate). 3. Pump the truck to its maximum lift height. 4. Measure the vertical height of the exposed piston (215030) and refer to the chart below.

Distance (inches) Oil to add (Fl. Oz.)

5-1/8 in. 0

4-3/4 in. 2.7

4-3/8 in. 3.0

4 in. 3.4

3-1/2 in. 3.7

3-1/8 in. 4.0

2-3/4 in. 4.4

2-3/8 in. 4.7

ADDING OIL (IF REQUIRED) 1. Place and secure the truck on its right side (release valve facing the floor). 2. Pull up on the release lever (173754) and extend the lift piston fully. 3. Remove screw (176223) and add the amount of oil determined by the chart in step 4. 4. Reinstall screw (176223) but do not tighten. Leave a 1/32 in. gap. 5. Pull up on the release lever (173754) and collapse the lift piston until oil starts to ooze from the screw.

CAUTION! – It is extremely important that step 5 is performed. Otherwise, air in the pump can force out the wiper seal (20066). Take care when adding oil not to introduce impurities into the hydraulic system.

6. Tighten the screw (176223) fully and return the truck upright.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

CONDITION Pump does not lift load.
Lifting, neutral, and lowering do not function properly.
Forks raise and sink with pump action.
Pump does not lift load to the complete raised height.
Forks are not lowering completely.

POSSIBLE CAUSE An air lock in the hydraulic system.
Chain anchor out of adjustment.
Dirt or foreign particle is caught in the cone valve seat.
Pump is low on oil.
Push jam nut is loose. Push bars require adjustment.

ACTION
Pull up on the lift/lower lever and hold while pumping the handle 8 to 10 times to bleed air from the system.
Turn the nut on the chain anchor clockwise until the pumping action, while in neutral, does not raise forks.
Pull up on the lift/lower lever and hold while pumping the handle 8 to 10 times to purge the valve system.
Check for and fix any leaks. Then add oil as instructed in the MAINTENANCE section.
Refer to Push Bar Linkage Adjustment in the MAINTENANCE section.

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COMPLETE HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY

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ITEM 1 2
3
11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54

DESCRIPTION HANDLE COMPLETE PACKING SET (INCLUDES:
ITEMS 21, 22, AND 25) WHEEL, NYLON
(COMPLETE) WHEEL, POLY
(COMPLETE) HANDLE HYDRAULIC UNIT
(COMPLETE) PISTON PLATE, PRESSURE RING, LOCKING FITTING, GREASE PIN, LOCKING BEARING, BALL PIN, LOCKING BALL WASHER O-RING BODY, VALVE SPRING U-RING GUIDE PISTON BALL CONE, VALVE SPRING WASHER SCREW U-RING RING, SEALING PISTON (COMPLETE) SPRING SEALING NUT INSERT HOUSING RING, LOCKING BEARING, BALL WASHER RING, LOCKING NUT, CLIP NUT ARM, LOWERING PIN, LOCKING BUSHING CYLINDER, PUMP AXLE PIN, LOCKING

QTY 1 1
2
2
1 1
1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

PART NO. 175769 129882
161804
161806
177115 180852
7575615 179346 179666 179334 179414 179345 166246 20065 47050 22032 179384 47071 22318 49513 179385 179383 47049 39106 37218 176223 21065 7500105 209911 166241 20066 49918 47997 164675 179412 166257 47995 28571 165197 158452 165198 166246 182768 179379 129208 28578

ITEM 55 56 58 59 60 61 62 65 66 67 68 69 70 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86

DESCRIPTION BUSHING AXLE LEVER BALL SLEEVE SPRING PIN, LOCKING PIN, LOCKING U-RING GUIDE WASHER SCREW BAR, VALVE (COMPLETE) PIN, LOCKING O-RING CAP, HUB BEARING AXLE WASHER RING, LOCKING ROLLER RING BUSHING

QTY 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 4 1 1 2 1 1 1

PART NO. 182769 49886 173754 166272 165194 165195 7508787 20101 22034 47039 153487 179381 129206 28572 21024 156623 210062 179347 179342 158809 165196 137020 209932

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MODEL SS45 CHASSIS DIAGRAM

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ITEM 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 38 39

DESCRIPTION AXLE, TORSION TUBE (20.5 IN. WIDE TRUCK) AXLE, TORSION TUBE (27 IN. WIDE TRUCK) PIN, LOCKING EAR – LEFT EAR – RIGHT CLAMP AXLE SPACER ROLLER, ENTRY NUT PIN, LOCKING BUSHING PIN, LOCKING BUSHING BOLT, ARM (COMPLETE) FITTING, GREASE TORSION TUBE (20.5 IN. WIDE TRUCK) TORSION TUBE (27 IN. WIDE TRUCK) BUSHING WASHER PUSH ROD (48 IN. FORK) ROLLER, NYLON LOAD (COMPLETE) BEARING, BALL AXLE (COMPLETE) AXLE WHEEL BUSHING FORK, WHEEL PIN, LOCKING BUSHING AXLE

QTY 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 2 2 2 2 9 1 1 4 2 2 2 4 2 2 4 4 2 4 4 2

PART NO. 49882 51501 179414 179326 179325 179667 179670 172862 47150 179671 179416 47617 179415 179335 179328 179334 179324 179332 30023 179327 179375-122 167598 210061 179393 131676 159280 51805 179387 179415 47117 179329

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RECYCLE YOUR OLD LIFT-RITE PARTS

Chassis Roller suspension Bushings Grease fittings Rollers Hydraulic body Thrust plate Handle Wheel Bushings Hydraulic oil Assembly parts

Steel Steel Brass Steel Nylon, polyurethane Steel Steel Steel, nylon Nylon, polyurethane, rubber Brass Disposal in accordance with local regulations Steel, brass, nylon, rubber, polyurethane, polyamide

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HAND PALLET TRUCK WARRANTY
The Lift-Rite Hand Pallet Truck, Model SS45, is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for the hydraulic pump and truck chassis, and six (6) months for wearable components from date of installation.
Wearable Components include but are not limited to:
· Wheels, Rollers, Bearings and Brake Cable · Oilite Bearings and Bushings
Components found to be defective by an authorized Lift-Rite Sales and Service Center during the warranty period will be replaced or repaired as indicated above. Replacement components installed during the defined period set forth above, are warranted for the balance of the applicable truck warranty period, or 90 days, whichever is longer. Additionally, freight charges for parts involved in the replacement or repair of a defective component will be paid by Lift-Rite, provided that the replacement or repair is made by an authorized Lift-Rite Sales and Service Center. Labor or miscellaneous costs involved in the replacement of any components determined to be defective are not covered. Local taxes, if any, are excluded.
This warranty is void in the event of defects or damage caused by misuse, abuse, or accident. Any truck used in an application where the unit is operating in water or subjected to fluid or chemicals is NOT covered under any warranty.
This warranty does not cover oil leaks, adjustments, or loose hardware.
Lift-Rite reserves the right to make changes and improvements in design without making changes to previously manufactured vehicles.
Notwithstanding any other language contained herein, this warranty is expressly voided without any further notice if any modification is made to the Lift-Rite equipment, or if additional components or devices are added to the Lift-Rite equipment, without prior approval having been granted in writing by Lift-Rite.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. In no event shall Lift-Rite be liable for incidental, special, or consequential damages.

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SELECTED OSHA REGULATIONS FOR LIFT TRUCKS

Note: Some or all of the following may not be applicable to your hand pallet lift truck.

The use of forklift trucks in the workplace is governed by various regulations. In the United States, the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued regulations which cover the majority of workplaces.
In addition, several states have implemented regulations which apply instead of the Federal regulations.
Check with your local OSHA office or provincial Labor Bureau to confirm which regulations govern your workplace.
Because of their wide applicability, this section of your manual lists several parts of the Federal OSHA regulations that might be of particular importance to your workplace.
The full text of the Federal regulations can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations at 29 CFR Section 1910.178.
The following citations are followed by a reference to the appropriate subparagraph of the regulations.
· Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation shall not be performed by the customer or user without manufacturers prior written approval. Capacity, operation and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals shall be changed accordingly. (a) (3)
· The user shall see that all nameplates and markings are in place and are maintained in a legible condition. (a) (6)
· The employer shall ensure that each powered industrial truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph. (l) (1) (i)
· Prior to permitting an employee to operate a powered industrial truck (except for training purposes), the employer shall ensure that each operator has successfully completed the training required by this paragraph. (l) (1) (ii)
· Trainees may operate a powered industrial truck only under the direct supervision of persons who have the knowledge, training, and experience to train operators and evaluate their competence and where such operation does not endanger the trainee or other employees. (l) (2) (i) (A) (B)
· Training shall consist of a combination of formal instruction (e.g. lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning, videotape, written material), practical training (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the operator’s performance in the workplace. (l) (2) (B) (ii) [Editorial Note: For required training program content, refer to (l) (3) (i) (A-M) and (l) (3) (ii) (A-I).] · Refresher training, including an evaluation of the effectiveness of that training, shall be conducted as required by paragraph (l) (4) (ii) to ensure that the operator has the knowledge and skills needed to operate the powered industrial truck safely. (l) (4) (i)
· An evaluation of each powered industrial truck operator’s performance shall be conducted at least once every three years. (l) (4) (iii)
· The employer shall certify that each operator has been trained and evaluated as required by this paragraph (l). The certification shall include the name of the operator, the date of the training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of the person(s) performing the training or evaluation. (l) (6)
· The employer shall prohibit arms or legs from being placed between the uprights of the mast or outside the running lines of the truck. (m) (4)
· Brakes shall be set and wheel blocks shall be in place to prevent movement of trucks, trailers or railroad cars while loading or unloading. Fixed jacks may be necessary to support a semitrailer when the trailer is not coupled to a tractor. The flooring of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars shall be checked for breaks and weakness before they are driven onto. (m) (7)
· Only approved industrial trucks shall be used in hazardous locations. (m) (11)

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· All traffic regulations shall be observed, including authorized plant speed limits. A safe distance shall be maintained approximately three truck lengths from the truck ahead, and the truck shall be kept under control at all times. (n) (1)
· The driver shall be required to slow down and sound the horn at cross aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed. If the load being carried obstructs forward view, the driver shall be required to travel with the load trailing. (n) (4)
· Under all travel conditions the truck shall be operated at a speed that permits it to be brought to a stop in a safe manner. (n) (8)
· Stunt driving and horseplay shall not be permitted. (n) (9)
· If at any time a powered industrial truck is found to be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe, the truck shall be taken out of service until it has been restored to safe operating condition. (p) (1)
· Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe operating condition shall be removed from service. All repairs shall be made by authorized personnel. (q) (1)
· All parts of any such industrial truck requiring replacement shall be replaced only by parts equivalent as to safety with those used in the original design. (q) (5)
· Industrial trucks shall be examined before being placed in service, and shall not be placed in service if the examination shows any condition adversely affecting the safety of the truck. Such examination shall be made at least daily. Where powered industrial trucks are used on a round-the-clock basis, they shall be examined after each shift. Defects when found shall be immediately reported and corrected. (q) (7)

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