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Trouble-Shooting for Above Ground (Electric Lifts |
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If you’d like to see diagrams of the various types of above-ground lifts in order to identify yours click here. The problems listed below are common to almost all above-ground lifts. Other problems may occur uniquely to a specific manufacturer, in which case contact us. |
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TROUBLE |
CAUSE |
REMEDY |
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Motor does not run |
1. Check fuse or circuit breaker 2. Check for correct voltage to motor 3. Inspect all wiring connections 4. Push button switch burned out 5. Overhead limit switch burned out 6. Motor winding burned out |
1. Replace blown fuse or reset circuit breaker 2. Supply correct voltage to motor 3. Repair and insulate all connections 4. Replace switch 5. Replace switch 6. Replace motor |
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Motor runs but will not raise lift |
1. Motor runs in reverse rotation 2. Open lowering valve 3. Pump sucking air 4. Suction stub off pump 5. Low oil level |
1. Change motor rotation by reversing motor leads # 5 and # 8 2. Repair or replace lowering valve 3. Tighten all suction line fittings 4. Replace suction stub 5. Fill tank with Dexron II ATF |