xtreme Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Interested in the correct way of loading the rack on a MMLC there are 5 switch positions on the multilift . can load in ok but I am sure there is a correct way of doing this . Thanks Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 you cant go wrong i drive hooklifter at work , :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 make sure rear body locks are in open position slide lift hook to rear of vehicle as far as it will go . press the other switch to make lift hook move outwards over rear end of vehicle . reverse vehicle onto your load to be lifted skip ect . lift up lift hook pulling load up and over onto lorry . you can take off handbrake if on flat surface so lorry pulls itself under load line up skip ect onto rear rollers as soon as lined up pull onto lorry /then slide hook forwards towards cab . lock rear body locks if off tipping load skip ect different procedure . its easy with practise . :cheesy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 Interested in the correct way of loading the rack on a MMLC there are 5 switch positions on the multilift Dan, The 5 positions on the Multilift switch are as follows; AUTO - this is the normal operating position, engaging both hook arm and main frame rams through the proximity switches. Man HA - this operates hook arm rams only, used when there is a fault in electic circuit, such as the proximity switches. Man MF - same as above, but only operates main frame rams. Man Trans - used after a manual operation to de-pressurise the rams. AUX - use this when supplying power to another DROPS with disabled LHS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulob1 Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 to unload/load the rack always use auto, as above, make sure you are on level ground (as if), and with the hand brake off, ENGAGE AUTO ON THE PTO CONTROL...use the jockey stick to UNLOAD....I usually put my foot on the foot brake until the rack hits the ground, then let her roll forward with the revs at about 1300-1400 until the rack is down, ....HAND BRAKE, DISENGAGE HOOK, move forward a tad and LOAD to stow the hook, load switch to off and away you go. Loading, Loading, position yourself behind the rack and put the hand brake on, ENGAGE AUTO ON THE PTO CONTROL...UNLOAD to bring the arm back...once down and about level with the rack, get out and check if on own, (with practice you can get close enough to miss out the adjustment phase)...then move the truck back to engage the rack. Once engaged, ...LOAD to take up the slack and to connect with the load, take her out of reverse into neutral, leave the hand brake off.....USING THE JOCKEY STICK LOAD 1300-1500 REVS AND UP SHE COMES. hand brake on once the rack is off the ground.... there are no load locks as you know but if you are on un-level ground you may have to do a bit of drag and adjustment shuffles..carefully... as it doesn't take much of a slope to bugger it all up.. never drive with the pto on... think thats about it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtreme Posted February 14, 2011 Author Share Posted February 14, 2011 Thanks guys pretty much what I thought . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antar Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 Thanks guys pretty much what I thought . Where are the pictures ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoggyDriver Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Use the LHS in Auto position and she will load and unload no problems. When unloading find level ground. Apply handbrake. Switch to auto. Unload until the flat rack touches the ground. When it touches the ground, let off the handbrake and let her roll forward in neutral. Let the hook drop slightly more after the rack stops lowering, engage a forward gear and pull forward. To load it's the opposite. Don't use the footbrake to shunt towards the rack to engage the hook. There is a round metal foot button on the floor. This is a shunt brake. Use this to shunt the hook arm onto the A frame. Once the hook arm is engaged with the rack keep the truck in neutral with hand brake off. Lift the rack. As soon as the rack touches the rear rollers apply handbrake and lift all the way up using 1500RPM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
private mw Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 when at work you cant always find level ground ie building sites ect , it all comes with practise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stal108 Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 A said there are no locks, also i find on my foden you only need to switch to auto and the pto in on any way, I am under the impression the pto switch is a backup only. I am also told the other options you have are for different bodys ie tipper or fuel. as these need different angles to unload them. My truck works well the angle meter only needs a slight tilt to upset it, LOOK youtube for Foden drops immlc lifting a cvrt. Also remember there are different rated pallets 10 and 15 ton be aware! metal bed 15 ton wood 10ton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 A said there are no locks, also i find on my foden you only need to switch to auto and the pto in on any way, I am under the impression the pto switch is a backup only. I am also told the other options you have are for different bodys ie tipper or fuel. as these need different angles to unload them. My truck works well the angle meter only needs a slight tilt to upset it, LOOK youtube for Foden drops immlc lifting a cvrt. Also remember there are different rated pallets 10 and 15 ton be aware! metal bed 15 ton wood 10ton. stal hows it going? Havent see you around the town. Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtreme Posted February 18, 2011 Author Share Posted February 18, 2011 Thanks Again once my racks are delivered I will post some pics . Me thinks theres going to be a lot of racks available soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stone Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 I've got a PDF of the operating manual if you'd like a copy - drop me a PM. Stone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulob1 Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 a crane stolly 3.3m high on a foden, 2m plus? at a guess , thats likely welle over 5 m high scary job, would not like to drive that anywaher... I am collecting two stalwarts with my DAF DROPS next week, a 622 and a 623, the 623 will be on the trailer...will take some photos... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stal108 Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Still around AL Yes very high we had to let the tyres down on the stolly to bring it under 16,6 ft ,All bridges must be this high if not they are signed so motorways are ok. We took care in making sure it was under. But the foden is high for sure. dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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