The CLARKE CFSR500P Steel Folding Ramps are designed to simplify your
loading and unloading of ATV's as well as motorcycles and lawn mowers. They
are NOT designed to support the weight of a vehicle when ramps are
extended.
• Only use as a vehicle ramp when the ramp is in the folded position.
• As vehicle ramps (folded) maximum weight capacity is 800kg per ramp.
• As ATV ramp (extended) maximum weight capacity is 250kg per ramp.
Before attempting to use this product, it is essential that you read this manual
thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you can look
forward to the product giving you long and satisfactory service.
WARNING: THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS REFERRED TO
IN THIS MANUAL CANNOT COVER ALL POSSIBLE CONDITIONS AND
SITUATIONS THAT MAY OCCUR. IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT COMMON
SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO THIS
PRODUCT, BUT MUST BE APPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
1. Read, study, understand and follow all warnings/cautions and instructions
before use. Failure to do so may result in injury and/or property damage.
2. ALWAYS load or unload on a solid, level, well lit surface.
3. Make sure that the truck or trailer is in a locked position. (Make sure parking
brakes are on). Use wheel chocks. If the truck or trailer moves forward while
loading or unloading, the ramps may slip off the vehicle causing the load
to fall.
4. DO NOT overload the ramps.
• As a loading ramp - Maximum capacity single = 250kg, pair = 500kg. All
loads must be evenly distributed.
• As a vehicle ramp - Maximum capacity single = 800kg, pair = 1600kg.
All loads must be evenly distributed.
5. Do not exceed the rated capacity of the tailgate - see your vehicle
owner's manual.
• The maximum height of the tailgate that the ramp attaches to is 76cm.
6. Always use the safety straps to securely fasten the ramps to the vehicle to
prevent the ramp slipping off the tailgate.
7. Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
8. Inspect the ramps before each use. Check fasteners for tightness and
replace any worn or damaged parts. Replace the safety strap if the
webbing is frayed or worn.
9. Ramp surfaces must be clean, dry and free from oil, grease and water.
10. Any ramp that appears to be damaged in any way, is found to be worn, or
operates abnormally MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY UNTIL
REPAIRED.
11. If the ramps are believed to have been subjected to abnormal load or
stress they MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY UNTIL FULLY
INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE.
12. DO NOT modify the ramps in any way.
13. Carefully roll or winch equipment up or down the ramps. Never drive or ride
on your equipment while loading or unloading.
14. Make sure the ramps are aligned with the wheels of the equipment being
loaded or unloaded.
15. DO NOT put any tools or other equipment beneath the ramps.
16. Keep hands, feet, etc away from the ramps. DO NOT reach or get beneath
either ramp.
17. Maintain your correct balance and footing, DO NOT over reach. Ensure the
floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
18. Proper use of this product is critical to safety. Improper use may result in
personal or property damage which is not covered by the warranty.
19. These ramps are designed to rest against the edge of your tailgate or
trailer. If you are not using a bed liner, these RAMPS WILL SCRATCH YOUR
VEHICLES PROTECTIVE PAINTED SURFACE.
20. These ramps are designed to be used ONLY with the flange facing the
down (see assembly instructions). To use ramp inverted with flange up (to
use sides as tyre guides) greatly reduces the weight capacity rating.
USING WHEN IN VEHICLE RAMP CONFIGURATION - (FOLDED)
1. DO NOT exceed rated capacity - 800kg per ramp.
2. Use only on a hard level surface.
3. Center the load between the sides of the ramp.
4. Use as a matched pair to support one end of a vehicle.
5. Ramps are not to be used to simultaneously support both ends or one side
of a vehicle.
6. Maximum allowable tyre width is 9".
7. DO NOT use other lifting equipment in conjunction with the ramps.
8. DO NOT disconnect brakes, engine, transmission components, drive train,
drive shaft, universal joints, or wheels while the vehicle is on the ramps.
9. Make sure the wheels to be driven on to the ramps are in alignment with
the ramps and center the two ramps against the tyres.
10. Another person, standing clear of the vehicle path should observe and
guide the vehicle operator when ascending and descending the ramps.
11. NEVER accelerate or apply brakes suddenly. Proceed slowly and
cautiously. Once the vehicle reaches the top of the ramps, apply brakes to
prevent over-travel.
12. Place the vehicle in neutral gear. Release the brakes; the vehicle should
not move. Set the handbrake to on. Place vehicle in park (or in reverse
gear for manual transmission). Chock the wheels on the ground.
13. Wear gloves. Remove any ill fitting clothing, remove ties, watches, rings
and other loose jewellery and contain long hair.
WARNING: ASSEMBLE ONLY AS PICTURED ABOVE. DO NOT ASSEMBLE
WITH FLANGE FACING UP. THE FLANGE PROVIDES STRENGTH WHEN
FACING DOWN AND IT IS NOT DESIGNED TO FUNCTION AS A TYRE GUIDE.
SEE FIGURES 1, 2 & 3 BELOW
USE AS LOADING RAMPS
These ramps must be maintained in accordance with the instructions provided
and inspection be made of each ramp prior to use. Keep ramps free of dirt
and oil. Do not use if ramps are damaged in any way.
• Always load or unload on a solid, level, well lit and stable surface
• Use caution when loading and unloading equipment.
1. Unfold the ramps and place the lip
of the ramp over the vehicle tailgate
• The tailgate should be no more
than 76cm in height or the incline
will be too steep.
• Check that the ramp is positioned
fully on the tailgate of your truck
or trailer.
2. Secure the ramp to the loading
surface using adjustable straps.
• Test the ramp by pulling backwards on it. Make sure it does not slide
back or disengage from the loading surface.
3. Centre the load between the sides of the ramp.
4. Load the ATV,
• Ensure the ramp is sustaining the load and not bowing from the weight.
5. Continue until the ATV is fully loaded / unloaded. Secure the load once in
position.
6. After use, unhook the adjustable straps and fold the ramps away before
storing in a clean, dry and childproof environment.