Direct Lift ROTISSERIE User Manual

3,000 POUND CAPACITY

AUTO BODY ROTISSERIE UNIT

INSTALLATION / OWNERS MANUAL

ROTISSERIE (R3000G) 1 IN50016 Rev. B 03/30/2009

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION................................................pg 2

• OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES.........................pg 3

• SAFETY PROCEDURES .......................................................pg 3

• GENERAL INFORMATION and FEATURES ........................pg 3

• INSTALLATION / OPERATION PROCEDURE .....................pg 4

• VEHICLE BALANCING OPERATION ...................................pg 7

(Adjusting center of gravity of vehicle)

• ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN.................................pg 9

• PARTS LIST...........................................................................pg 10

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Any freight damage must be noted on the freight bill before signing and reported to the freight
carrier with a freight claim established. Identify the components and check for shortages. If
shortages are discovered, please contact the Distributor / Sales Rep. in your area for service.

Make sure you have extra help or heavy duty lifting equipment when unloading and assembling
the Rotisserie unit.

Please read the safety procedures and operating instructions in this manual before operating
Rotisserie unit. Keep this manual near Rotisserie unit at all times. Make sure all operators read
this manual.

This is an Auto Body Rotisserie unit installation/operation manual and no attempt is made
or implied herein to instruct the user in specific methods particular to an individual
application. Rather, the contents of this manual are intended as a basis for operation and
maintenance of the Rotisserie unit as it stands alone or as it is intended and anticipated to
be used in conjunction with other equipment.

Proper application of the equipment described herein is limited to the parameters detailed
in the specifications and the uses set forth in the descriptive passages. Any other
proposed application of this equipment should be documented and submitted in writing to
the factory for examination. The user assumes full responsibility for any equipment
damage, personal injury, or alteration of the equipment described in this manual or any
subsequent damages.

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OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES

The Owner / Employer:

• Shall establish procedures to periodically maintain, inspect, and care for the Rotisserie
unit in accordance with the manufactures recommended procedures to ensure its
continued safe operations.

• Shall provide necessary lockout / tag outs of energy sources per ANSI Z244.1 –1982
before beginning any lift repairs.

• Shall not modify the Rotisserie unit in any manner without prior written consent of the
manufacturer.

• Shall insure that lift operators are instructed in the proper and safe use and operation of
the Rotisserie unit using the manufacturer’s instructions.

SAFETY PROCEDURES

Total Rotisserie unit capacity is 3,000lbs @ 1,500 lbs per end . Do not exceed maximum weight
capacity.

Prior to working with Rotisserie unit, walk around and check for any objects that might interfere
with the operation of unit such as: tools, air hoses, shop equipment, etc.

These are generic instructions, please keep in mind there are different ways to hook up the same
vehicle. Make sure to properly secure and balance vehicles center of gravity before using the
rotisserie.

NOTE: There are no set rules when hooking up a vehicle – just make sure there is a strong
enough mounting point.

GENERAL INFORMATION and FEATURES

The Auto Body Rotisserie is a restoration rotisserie that is designed to make restoring any vehicle
a simple and easy task. The Auto Body Rotisserie uses heavy duty ram jacks at each end with a
slow release mechanism for safe load lowering and also incorporates an extra long power stroke
with hydraulic bypass valves preventing the cylinders from over traveling.

The Auto Body Rotisserie will also lower down to most bumper heights allowing capability to lift
the body of the vehicle to any height.

Whether you’re an owner of a large restoration shop or simply a home hobbyist, the Auto
Body Rotisserie provides an efficient and affordable way for anyone to restore old classic
vehicles.

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INSTALLATION / OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Install the 6 Caster Wheels to the bottom of each Rack Leg, Fig. 1. NOTE: Do not over
tighten bolts. Install Upright to legs as shown, Fig. 1. You will install 7 bolts, flatwashers,

lockwashers and nuts.

M16 x 4-3/8” Hex Bolt

Ø16 Flatwasher

M8 x 3-3/8”

Neck Bolt

Ø16 Lockwasher

M16 Hex Nut

M8 Nylon
Locknut

Caster Wheel

FIG. 1

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