AutoLifts

LEARNING CENTER

Practical Information for Owners and Prospective Owners of the
Single Column UTV & Mower Storage / Service Lift

Learning Center Document	AL-LC-301
Title	Preventive Maintenance
Category	Maintenance
Revision	1.0
Originally Published	August 2026
Last Revised	August 2026

Preventive Maintenance

The periodic Preventive Maintenance Schedule provided is the suggested minimum requirement at minimum intervals for Daily, Weekly, and Yearly periods or accumulated hours, whichever comes sooner.

Periodic maintenance is to be performed on a Daily, Weekly, and Yearly basis as described in the following sections.

NOTE: Do not modify the lift in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer.

WARNING!!
Failure to perform the daily pre-operational check can result in expensive property damage, lost production time, serious personal injury, and even death. The safety latch system must be checked and working properly before the lift is put into use.

WARNING!!
If you hear a noise not associated with normal lift operation or if there are any indications of impending lift failure, CEASE OPERATION IMMEDIATELY! Inspect, correct and/or replace parts as required. Failure to heed this warning can result in death or serious injury, or damage to equipment.

Daily Pre-Operation Check

Every 8 Hours

Check platforms are properly mounted and secured to lift bolster beam.
Check safety latch audibly and visually while in operation.
Check safety latch for free movement and full engagement with latch rack.
Check lifting chain and cylinder for any defects or leakages.
Check hydraulic connections and hoses for leakages.
Check snap rings for all rollers and sheaves.
Check bolts, nuts, and screws and tighten if needed.
Check wiring and switch for any damages or malfunctions.
Check floor for stress cracks near post/column.
Check for proper lubrication for rollers and shafts.

Weekly Maintenance

Every 40 Hours

Check anchor bolt torque to 130 ft-lbs. for the 3/4 inch anchor bolts. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten anchor bolts.
Check floor for stress cracks near columns.
Check hydraulic oil level.
Check and tighten bolts, nuts, and screws.

Yearly Maintenance

Annually

Lubricate the chain, rollers, and shafts at least once a year after the lift is in service.
Check for excessive wear of lifting chain, platforms, safety latch mechanism, platform roller assemblies, protective rubber pad, and lock pins. Replace if necessary.
Change the hydraulic fluid. If operating in a dusty environment, a shorter interval may be required.
Replace all caution, warning, or safety-related decals on the lift if unable to read or missing. Reorder if necessary.

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Notice

This Learning Center Document is intended as general guidance. Always follow the current instructions supplied with your lift. Specifications and procedures may change without notice.

Revision History

Revision	Date	Description
1.0	August 2026	Initial publication.