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ILT 35/40 Installation Manual
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Information .................................................................................................................... 5
2 Important Information .............................................................................................................. 6
3 Tools For Installation ............................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Bagged Items................................................................................................................ 8
4 General View of Liftgate(s)....................................................................................................... 9
4.1 ILT General Overview ................................................................................................... 9
4.2 Important Dimensions ................................................................................................... 10
5 Installation Dimensions ........................................................................................................... 11
6 Chassis and Body Preparation ................................................................................................ 13
6.1 Installation Dimensions ................................................................................................. 13
6.2 Body Frame Cutout ....................................................................................................... 14
7 Bed Extension Installation ....................................................................................................... 16
7.1 Bed Extension (Weld-On) ............................................................................................. 16
7.2 Bed Extension (Bolt-On) ............................................................................................... 18
8 Gate Installation (Truck) ........................................................................................................... 20
8.1 Liftgate Installation ........................................................................................................ 20
9 Gate Installation (Trailer) ......................................................................................................... 26
9.1 Sub-frame Installation ................................................................................................... 26
9.2 Adjusting the Platform ................................................................................................... 28
9.3 Final steps of installation ............................................................................................... 33
9.4 Dock Bumper Installation (Weld-On) ............................................................................. 34
9.5 Dock Bumper Installation (Bolt On) ............................................................................... 36
9.6 Walk Ramp Installation (Optional) ................................................................................. 38
10 Electrical Installation ................................................................................................................ 41
10.1 Wire Crimping ............................................................................................................... 41
10.2 Cable Routing ............................................................................................................... 42
10.3 Wiring Diagram (Main battery wiring) ............................................................................ 43
10.4 Toggle Switch Installation ............................................................................................. 44
10.5 ON/OFF Liftgate Switch ................................................................................................ 46
10.6 2-Button Hand Held Remote Control (Optional) ............................................................ 47
10.7 Cycle Counter (Optional)............................................................................................... 49
10.8 Wiring Diagram – Battery Setup - Truck ........................................................................ 51
Company Information:
Company Name:
Advisor Name:
Liftgate Information:
Date of Purchase:
Date of Installation:
1 Safety Information
This manual follows the Guidelines set forth in “ANSI Z535.4-2007” for alerting you to possible hazards and
their potential severity.
! DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
! WARNING indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
(In this manual it is used to alert the user to potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.)
NOTICE without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury. (In this
manual it is to alert you to special instructions, steps, or procedures.)
2 Important Information
Before Getting Started
“READ FIRST”
The ILT liftgate is a heavy duty industrial hydraulic lifting device. Performance and reliability are
closely related to proper installation, battery cable connections, and grounding. All grounding
surfaces MUST be cleaned, prepped, and sealed per this manual. “Cut to size” cables MUST be
properly crimped and sealed as factory supplied. All connections MUST be dressed with dielectric
grease or equivalent sealer.
• Review lift gate invoice, packing slip, and installation drawing to assure delivery of correct gate and
complete delivery of accessories and optional equipment.
• Read and understand the “Installation Manual” and “Owner’s Manual” in their entirety before starting
the installation.
• Refer to your truck manufacturer’s instructions before adding any auxiliary equipment. Installer is
responsible for compliance with this manual, OEM and FMVSS requirements.
• Always Ground closest to your welding point to prevent arcing through moving parts or electrical parts.
• Contact Palfinger Liftgates for Special Installations not covered in this Installation Manual.
• Do not paint cylinder shafts or nylon bearings (Use non-chlorinated brake cleaner to remove over
spray)
• Final Check-Off-Sheet at rear of this manual MUST be filled out and kept in your records for future
reference.
• Check the battery voltage before installation. Flooded lead acid batteries should measure 12.6V and
AGM batteries should measure 12.8V. If batteries are not at these voltages, fully charge before
installation
Improper operation of this liftgate may result in severe personal injury or death. DO NOT
operate unless you have been properly instructed, have read and are familiar with the
procedures in this manual. This manual has been designed to illustrate the steps needed
for the basic installation of the ILT liftgate. It also provides safety information and simple
preventive maintenance tips.
This manual is not intended for use as a repair or troubleshooting guide. Repairs should be
performed by a Palfinger Liftgates Authorized Service Center.
This Manual has been designed for use in conjunction with the ILT series liftgate only which is
designed for different capacities and features.
1) Refer to the serial number tag on the liftgate (Top of Mount Frame- See the figure below).
Location of
Nameplate
4) Call Palfinger Liftgates for assistance in the USA at 888-774-5844. You can also contact
Palfinger Liftgates by fax (562) 924-8318 or on the internet at www.palfinger.com
For technical support, contact Palfinger Liftgates or an authorized Palfinger service center.
www.palfinger.com
Metric Wrench Set Basic Screwdrivers Assorted Pliers Wire Crimp Pliers
Digital Multi-Meter Snap Ring Pliers Hammer SAE & Metric Allen key Set
½” Impact & Sockets SAE & Metric Socket Assorted Drill Floor Jack or Equiv.
Set Bits
Sm. To Med. Bottle Forklift or Over Head Hand Held Paint Gun & Accessories
Jack Crane Grinder
Pry Bar 3/8 Drill Motor Grease Gun Heat Gun or Equiv.
Min. 250 Amp Welder Cutting Torch or Equiv. Safety Goggles
Mount Frame
Parallel Arm
Lift Arm
• Installing a gate at or close to minimum bed height normally results in a gate that will NOT
open and close from stored position if the minimum floor height is exceeded when truck is
loaded.
• Ensure trailer/truck body does not interfere with installation or operation of the ILT liftgate
series.
• It is not recommended to cut, torch, or remove support materials from trailer/truck. Removing
gussets, stiffeners, light rings, or other such support structures may VOID your trailer/truck
warranty.
• Call technical support before starting the installation if any questions or concerns arise on
mounting dimensions or procedures.
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5 Installation Dimensions
Company______________________________________________
Email___________________@________________
Chassis Information
A = Bedheight: top of trailer floor to level ground (with air bags up)…………………………….______
B = Top of floor to bottom of trailer cross member………………………………………………………….…..______
C = rear sill height: top of floor to bottom of buck plate………………………………………………….……______
D = Crossmember height………………………………………………………………………………………………………______
E = Tire to end of body………………………………………………………………………………………………………….______
F = Bogie to end of body ………………………………………………………__________ Sliding suspension? Y / N
IF YES complete G, H, I, K, and L dimensions
G = Inside horizontal width of sliding suspension angles…..…………………………………………….…….______
If Stepped Sill:
H =Diameter of sliding suspension holes…………………………………………………………………………….…______
Fill out the Sill-Dimension-Sheet
I = Hole spacing………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..______
J = Bottom of cross members to bottom of sliding ramp box if equiped…………………………………______
K = Rear sil face to first slider hole………………………………………………………………………………………….______
L = Top of floor, where liftgate platform will meet floor to the center of the trailer slider hole______
X = Eyebrow depth…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……______
Z = Top of floor, where the liftgate platform will meet to the top of the eyebrow………………….______
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Company: _________________________________________
Email: ____________________@_________________
Chassis Information
Type of Body (check one) Type of Rear door (check one)
Van Roll-up
Flatbed Swing
Refer Flip-up
VIN #:______________________________ Truck Make:_____________ GVWR____________
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Decrease ground clearance only to clear obstructions (i.e. fuel tanks, cross members, hitches, etc.)
WITHOUT EXCEEDING MAXIMUM “F” dimension of 27”.
"K" 9"
Mount Clearance 1) Bed Height:
Bed Height Ranges: Max=Unloaded /
Min=Loaded Truck
• Measure from TOP of body floor to
ground. Vehicle must be on a flat
leveled surface when measured.
"F" Dim.
2) “F” Dimension (Mount Tube Height):
• Measure from TOP of Mount Tube
Bed Height to TOP of body floor
Mounting Table
Bed “G” Ground “F” “K” Walk ramp compatible Walk ramp compatible
Height Clearance Dim. Dim. with 4” sill with 5” sill
47 13 Not Available Not Available
26 37.1
48 14 Not Available Not Available
49 15 Available Not Available
50 16 Available Available
51 17 Available Available
52 18 27 36.1 Available Available
53 19 Available Available
54 20 Available Available
55 21 Available Available
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6.2 Body Frame Cutout
These Dimensions are starting points. Your final dimensions may vary depending on actual
installation F Dimension.
The ILT lift gate will require different mounting space requirements depending on floor heights.
Steps:
1. Determine Cutout Dimensions: Determine the correct frame cut out according to your specific bed
height refer to mounting table. With long overhang it is even more important to maintain MIN F-Dim
and MAX ground clearance.
12.00" 26.00"
Chassis 47"-50"
CUT Bed Heights
12.00" 25.00"
Chassis 51"-55"
CUT Bed Heights
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NOTES
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7 Bed Extension Installation
12.00"
4.00"
Vehicles
Rear
Weight Corner
300-500 lbs Min. Posts
CL
Weight
300-500 lbs Min.
C-Clamp
48" Channel
C-Clamp
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3/16" 4-10
Do Not
Weld Area
YES NO
Parallel
Ground Ground
4-10 3/16"
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48.00" 48.00"
46.50" 46.50"
34.00" 34.00"
29.00" 29.00"
Vehicle 24.00" 24.00"
Body
14.00" 14.00" 1.25"
Top 7.00" 7.00"
Sill
13X
Bottom C
L ø 0.625" 1.875"
Tires Rear View of Vehicle
96W
51.00" 51.00"
46.50" 46.50"
34.00" 34.00"
29.00" 29.00"
Vehicle 24.00" 24.00"
Body
14.00" 14.00" 1.25"
7.00" 7.00"
Top
Sill
Bottom 13X
C
L ø 0.625" 1.875"
Tires
Rear View of Vehicle
102W
Sill
Pre-Drilled
Hole Pattern
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2. Align the bed extension with the pre-drilled hole pattern on the sill. Secure the bed extension to the
sill with the provided 9/16-18x1.75” bolts and nuts. Torque all bolts to 125 ft./lbs. min., 145 ft./lbs.
max.
Sill
Bed
Extension
13/16" 7/8"
Impact Socket Wrench
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8 Gate Installation (Truck)
High heat from welding can damage components within the heated area.
Steps:
1. Hoist Platform: Unfold platform manually and clamp forklift forks, overhead crane or equivalent to
platform. Make sure the platform is secured safely. Raise liftgate and align front edge of platform to
back edge of bed extension leaving approximately 3/16” gap. Always maintain the mount tube
centered to the vehicles body. Make sure the tip of the platform is pitched up.
3/16"
Ref.
Frame
2. Check Up Stops: Verify that both lift arms are firm against both upstops on the underside of the bed
extension. The bed extension and the platform main should also be flush, if not, grind the upstops to
allow the platform main to move forward towards the rear of the vehicle body.
Flush Upstop
3/16"
Ref.
Vehicle Body
Bed Extension
Bed Extension
Upstop
Platform Main
Grind Surface
Lift Arm (If Necessary)
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3. Raise Platform: Raise the platform to where the main sits flush with the rear of the bed extension
and the tip is up 2”-2.5”. Make sure the platform stop is flush against the shackle.
2.0" - 2.5" Offset
Platform
Stop Shackle
Flush
4. Set “F” Dimension: Use floor jack or equivalent to position the frame assembly up to the required
“F” dimension. Use a second jack to level out the under ride guard, if necessary. 12V power supply
may be needed to release pressure on lift cylinder valves, if power is required continue to the
electrical installation in Section 10 of this manual.
Under
Ride
Guard
Mount
Frame
Tube
Secondary Primary
Jack Jack
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5. Check Hardware: Verify that the two factory installed bolts and nuts are in place at the bottom of the
swing fixture.
Swing Fixture
Cylinder
Slide out power pack from mount tube before welding the mount plates. Ground cable may
need to be disconnected to slide out tray. Make sure hydraulic lines and other cables inside
the mount tube are not in contact with the mount tube while welding.
Mount
Tube
Power
Pack
Tray
1/2" (12mm)
Socket
12" - 14"
Mount Tube
Power
Rear View Pack
of Liftgate Tray
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6a. Weld on Mount Plates (Tack): Set mount plates in the shown orientation and tack weld to mount
frame and the vehicles frame using 3 fillet welds 2” long on each side and on top of the mount plate.
Make sure the mount plate is squared to the tube vertically and horizontally.
Weld on Mount Plates (Verify): Verify the following: One, F dimensions has not changed. Two, bed
extension and platform are still squared prior to tack welding the mount plates. Three, gate
is operating as intended. Do not power gate hard against bed extension while gate is only
tack welded in position.
Weld on Mount Plates (Finalize): After verification proceed to 100% welding of the mount plate to
the mount tube and the vehicle frame. Connect the body long sill to the mount plate by adding an
extension plate, if necessary.
1/4"
Extension Plate
(If Necessary)
Mount Plate
Wooden Spacer
Frame
1/4"
1/4"
1/4"
Frame
90°
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6b. Bolt on Mount Plates (Drill): Drill a minimum of four (4) holes per mount plate on the each vehicle
frame. Set mount plates in the shown orientation and secure the mount plates to the frame with bolts
and nuts. Make sure the mount plate is squared to the tube vertically and horizontally. Torque mounting
bolts to a 125 ft. /lbs. min, 145ft/lbs. max.
Bolt on Mount Plates (Verify): Verify the following: One, F dimensions has not changed. Two, bed
extension and platform are in the same position prior to tack welding the mount plates. Three, gate
is operating as intended. Do not power gate hard against bed extension while gate is only
tack welded in position.
Bolt on Mount Plates (Finalize): After verification proceed to drilling two additional mount holes, for a
total of six mounting holes. Use the provided mounting bolts and nuts to secure the mount plates to the
vehicles frame. Torque mounting bolts to a 125 ft. /lbs. min, 145ft/lbs. max. Connect the body long sill to
the mount plate by adding an extension plate, if necessary.
Mount Plate
7.50"
Frame
7.00"
4X ø 9/16"
Frame
13/16" 7/8"
Impact Socket Wrench
90°
6X
1/4"
Extension Plate
(If Necessary)
Alternate Mounting
Body Long Rail Hole Pattern
Wooden Spacer
Frame
1/4"
1/4"
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9 Gate Installation (Trailer)
Side View
Subframe
Channel
30"x14"
Trailer
Rear Sliding
Sill Rail
Sub-frame
Channel Weld to Cross
3/16" Multiple member
3/16" Cross
Members
Trailer Frame
w/Sub-Frame
Channels
Crossmembers
Dimension determines
the distance of the
mount plates.
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2. Support Plates: Install the support plates on the sub-frame channel as shown and secure the plates
with 3/16” welds.
3/16"
3/16"
3. Set “F” Dimension: Use floor jack or equivalent to position the frame assembly up to the required
“F” dimension. Use a second jack to level out the under ride guard, if necessary. 12V power supply
may be needed to release pressure on lift cylinder valves, if power is required continue to the
electrical installation portion of this manual in Section 10.
"F" DIM.
Under
Ride
Guard
Mount
Frame
Tube
Secondary Primary
Jack Jack
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9.2 Adjusting the Platform
Steps:
1. Remove Retaining Bolts: Lower the gate down to the ground, and remove the retaining bolts which
are holding the swing fixture fixed to the mount tube. The removal of the bolt will allow the platform
to tilt to the ground when being operated. Discard the bolt after removal.
Swing Fixture
1/2" (13mm)
Impact Socket
Lift Arm
Mount
Tube
1/2" (1mm)
Wrench
Cylinder
Platform will not tilt to the ground if these bolts are not removed.
2. Adjust Sliding Wheel: Loosen the nylock nuts to adjust the sliding wheel bracket, back or forward,
so the platform is 5 degrees in from vertical when resting against the wheel.
5°
Nylock
Nuts
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3. Reorient Torsion Cam: To change the amount of platform spring assist, position the gate as shown
below with the platform resting on the parting wheel. The adjustment cam is installed with no
tension when shipped from the factory.
Platform
Main
Adjustment Cam
in Shipping Position
Engaged
Hole
Spring
Short
Leg
Spring Shackle
Long
Leg
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To add tension to the torsion spring, remove the adjustment cam from its shipping position, which is on the
outer part of the platform sidebar. After removing the cam from the shipping location, install the cam on the
inside part of the platforms side bar. Secure the cam with the bolt and nut. Torque the bolt to 100 ft-lbs.
Bolt
Cam
Bolt
Cam
Nut
Nut
Shackle Shackle
RotateCam to
AdjustTorsion
Setting
13/16"
Impact Socket
Spring
Short Leg
13/16"
Wrench
2
Tension Settings:
1 = Low Tension
1 4 4 = High Tension
3
4 different torsion settings are
possible after adjusting the cam.
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4. Frame Cap: Cap both frame cut outs with two pieces of ¼” flat bar and two 2”x3”x3/16” angles.
Install the 2” side of the angle on the outside of the frame. Weld components to the chassis and the
body long rail. Flatbar may not be required if the frame cut out does not have a step.
Note: Palfinger Liftgates does not supply cap materials. All material must be supplied by end
users.
1/4"
H" to be determined by 2.00"
frame cut out
Wooden Spacer
Chassis
Vehicle Frame Cutout
3/16"
3/16"
2"x3"x3/16"
Angle
1/4" Thk
Flat Bar
Sill
Chassis
2"x3"x3/16"
Angle
1/4" Thk
Flat Bar
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5. Adjustable Rubber Snubber: Adjust (4) rubber snubbers up to force platform against frame caps to
hold platform from bouncing while vehicle is moving. Make sure there is a ½” gap between the
frame cap and the platform. Adjust the Rear rubber snubber first and the Front second. Also make
sure the rubber snubbers are adjusted so that the gate does not rub on other components during
the opening and closing sequences.
Frame Cap
Platform
Adjustable
Rubber
Snubber
(Preset Liftarm 0.50" Gap
at factory)
3/4"(19mm)
Wrench
Front
Liftarm Rubber
Snubbers 0.50" Gap
Rear
Rubber
Snubbers
Use a 3” channel (each side) as a platform store stop where frame caps cannot be installed.
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9.3 Final steps of installation
6. Battery Connect: Connect battery cable to truck battery, aux battery or temporary battery to power
the liftgate. Refer to electrical installation on Section 10, pg. 41.
7. Cycle Gate: Cycle gate several times to assure proper alignment.
8. Weld Gate: Complete welding of gate. Weld all contact areas 100% with ¼” fillet welds.
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9.4 Dock Bumper Installation (Weld-On)
Dock Bumper
1pc Curb Side
1pc Street Side Dock Bumper Strut Brace
1pc Curb Side
1pc Street Side
Optional
Support Channel Extension Step Kit
2 pcs
Steps:
1. Support Dock Bumpers: Clamp dock bumpers to bed extension as shown. Tack Weld the dock
bumper.
3/16
Vehicle
Body
Bed Extension
Dock Bumper
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2. Dock Bumper Supports: Before welding the struts and support channels, make sure the channels are
properly adjusted for optimum installation. Position the support channels perpendicular to a
minimum of three of the vehicles cross members, move the channel horizontally for adjustment. Use
clamps or similar devices to hold the support channels in place. Next position the strut against the
dock bumper and support channel, clamp in place. Finally secure all components by welding.
Optional: For high bed heights, a Dock Bumper Step Extension Kit is recommended. The Step
Extension Kit is sold separately.
Vehicle Body
Bed
Extension
Cross Members
Support
Channel
3/16"
3/16"
Strut
Dock Bumper
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9.5 Dock Bumper Installation (Bolt On)
Reminder: Dock bumpers can be installed after the liftgate installation is completed.
Dock Bumper
1pc Curb Side
1pc Street Side Dock Bumper Strut Brace Support Channel
1pc Curb Side 2 pcs
1pc Street Side
Optional
Extension Step Kit
Clamp Washer
8 pcs
Steps:
1. Dock Bumpers: Use four bolts and four nuts to mount the dock bumper to the bed extension. Torque
nuts to 125 ft. /lbs. minimum. Make sure the dock bumper is properly squared.
Vehicle
Body
Bed Extension
13/16"
Impact Socket
7/8"
Wrench
Dock Bumper
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1. Dock Bumper Support: Join the support channel to the strut using a set of bolts, clamp washers and
flange nuts. Do not tighten nuts completely as adjustment to the support channel could be required.
13/16" Support
Impact Socket Channel
Strut Brace
7/8"
Wrench
2. Bolt Assembly: Secure the strut support to the dock bumper with a set of bolts, clamp washers, and
flange nuts. Adjust the strut brace by moving it vertically along the dock bumper and also the support
channel long the vehicles cross members for best positioning. After tightening all bolts in place, weld
the support channel to the bottom of the vehicles cross members. A minimum of three cross
members should be welded to the support channel.
Optional: For high bed heights, a Dock Bumper Step Extension Kit is available. The Step Extension
Kit is sold separately.
Support Channel
Weld to
Cross Vehicle
Members Body
Strut Brace
Support
Channel
3/16"
Dock Bumper
3/16"
Strut Brace
Dock Bumper
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9.6 Walk Ramp Installation (Optional)
Application for Walk Ramp is only available for the LADEN Bed Heights from 49” to 55” as an
option.
Steps:
1. Walk ramp: Measure the walk ramps width. The walk ramp cradle has adjustable Slide Guards and
Slide Pads to accommodate different widths of walk ramps. Adjust the slide guard and pad by
removing the nut and sliding the guard and pad on both sides of the cradle to the next available slot.
Walk Ramp
Slide Guard
Slide Pad
Width
Slots
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2. Cradle Position: Position cradle in the orientation shown below with the hook retainer pointing out.
Reference dimensions below for optimized mounting based on the sill height. Slide the walk ramp
cradle assembly in between the two guide ribs of the bed extension and weld 100%.
Walk Ramp
8-1/4" 9"
Walk Ramp
Cradle Assembly
9-1/4" 10"
Walk Ramp
Walk Ramp
Cradle Assembly
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1/4"
Guide Rib
1/4"
Guide Rib
1/4"
Guide Rib
Walk Ramp
Cradle
Bed
Extension
3. Upstops: Upstops need to be installed to prevent any damage to the walk ramp and the platform.
Position the upstops up against the inside of the guide rib and weld 100%.
Guide Ribs
1/4"
Guide Ribs
IMPORTANT! If cradle has been mounted lower, up-stops need to be lowered equally.
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10 Electrical Installation
• Any deviation from Palfinger Liftgates’s recommended power setup will void warranty and product
liability unless you have a written confirmation by Palfinger Liftgates that allows you to do specific
changes.
• Never exceed rating of existing fuses located at the battery, control board and/or the pump and
motor which may result in serious damage to the equipment.
• Never jump the 150 Amp circuit breaker at the batteries unless otherwise instructed by the
Palfinger Liftgates technical support group.
• Assure all connections are tight and securely sealed.
• Heat shrink all cable connection.
• Never secure a cable in a way where it can make contact with other wiring, brake-, fuel- or air-
lines etc. or get pinched against other objects
• 2 gauge cable, minimum, is required thought out the motor circuit.
• Insure that all wiring is secured and away from heat sources, sharp corners/edges, and
abrasion from moving components during the operation of the liftgate and vehicle.
All grounding surfaces MUST be cleaned, prepped, and sealed per this manual. “Cut to size”
cables MUST be properly crimped and sealed as factory supplied. All connections MUST be
dressed with dielectric grease or equivalent sealer.
Heat Source
Heat Shrink
Battery Terminal
Crimp Tool
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10.2 Cable Routing
1. Route all cables along the wooden spacer and through the outside of the U-bolts.
2. The use of wire loom is highly recommended to protect and facilitate cable routing. Wire loom not
supplied.
3. Secure the wire along the wooded spacer with insulated cable clamps.
Body
Long
Sill
Wooden
Spacer(s)
Cable Routed
Outside of U-Bolts
U-Bolt
Chassis
Frame
Insulated
Cable
Clamps
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Jumper
Buss
Bar
Circuit Breaker
Location Circuit Breaker
Location
Battery
Box
Buss Bar To
Positive (+)
Battery
Terminal
Mounting
Hole
Mounting
Hole Reset Required
2 Gauge Cable
from Liftgate
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The Toggle Switch is weatherproof from factory, do no substitute or tamper with the switch.
Determine location for fixed toggle switch on corner post in a way that the operator can view the
platform and surrounding areas while operating the lift gate. Place toggle switch in a horizontal
position
Steps:
Roll Up Door Vehicles
1. Mounting Hole Pattern: Locate area on rear curb side post of body where switch can be reached by
the operator from ground and body floor. Position the holes approximately 24” up from truck floor.
Drill two 5/32“ (.156“) holes spaced at 1-3/4“ vertically, and one 7/8” hole, centered to the two 5/32““
holes, for the switch cable harness.
2. Wiring: Route cable harness through rear post and down to the pump & motor box. Heat shrink or
protect all connections. Use cable clamps to keep the cable clear of all moving parts. Reference the
wiring diagrams in Section 10.11-10.12, pg. 54-55.
3. Mount Switch: Verify all operations are functional as intended. Secure the switch to the corner post
with the two #10-24 x 1” self-tapping screws.
IMPORTANT: Screws must be hand tighten, do not use power tools to tighten screws.
1-3/4"
7/8"
2X
ø5/32"
Sill 24" Approx.
Bed Extension
Corner Post
(Curb Side)
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Stake Bed and Swing Door Vehicles
1. Mount Switch: Mount toggle switch to dock bumper strut using two #10x1-1/2” self-tapping screws.
Dock
Bumper
Strut
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Dock Bumper
2. Route Wire: Route the toggle switch harness along the vehicle body down to the pump and motor.
To prevent damage to the harness, properly secure the harness and keep cleared from any moving
liftgate parts.
3. Connect wires: See Section 10.11 - 10.12, pg.54-55, for wiring according to your liftgates
specificaitons.
4. Check Switch Operation: Verify that the up and down functions on the toggle switch operate as
intended.
5. Seal Connetions: Heat shrink and seal all connections, if applicable.
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10.5 ON/OFF Liftgate Switch
Liftgate Cab ON/OFF Switch MUST be installed and in clear view of driver.
Steps:
1. Mount Switch: Install liftgate ON/OFF Switch in truck dashboard or on side of trailer in clear view.
Apply the accompanying decal in the surrounding area of the switch.
Strut
Rocker Switch
ON/OFF Switch
ON/OFF Switch Location for Trailers
Location for Trucks
2. Route Wire: Route and secure the control wire cable every 12 inches against the frame with frame
clamps or equivalent along the frame to pump & motor box.
3. Check Wire Clearance: Verify wire is clear of all moving parts and securely tied up.
4. Cover Connections: Heat shrink or protect all connections.
5. Wiring: See Section 10.11-10.12, pg.54-55, for wiring according to the liftgates specification’s.
Rocker switch shall not be installed anywhere outside the truck cab.
Inspect and test all electrical connections, wiring and the different functions to
make sure that the electrical installation is complete.
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10.6 2-Button Hand Held Remote Control (Optional)
2-Button
Hand Held Remote
1. Mount the holster approximately 40”- 48” from the floor, or determine the best location as preferred
by end user.
2. Route the cable from the liftgate up through the inside corner post or between the wall extrusions of
the truck. Use the wire clamp to secure the incoming cable.
3. Splice the cables from the liftgate to the hand held remote with butt connectors and seal each
connection with heat shrink.
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Wiring Table
Wires From
Function To
Gate/Number
Up Solenoid 5 / Red
Down Release Valve 6 / Yellow
12V (Hot) ON/OFF Switch 4 / Green
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4. Use a plug and socket when the vehicle is a refrigerated body. Remove the set screw to access the
wire terminals. Never store remote inside refrigerated vehicles, control will be damaged.
Set Screw
Plug
Plug to Control Wiring Table
Up 5 5.2 / Red
Down 6 6.2 / Yellow
Key
6
Wiring Terminal
Rear View
Socket
Socket to Pump/Motor
Pump
Function Socket Motor
Up 5 Solenoid
4 5 Down 6 Release Valve
12V (Hot) 4 On/Off Switch
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10.7 Cycle Counter (Optional)
Wiring
Harness
Cycle
Counter
Mounting Hardware
Flat Head Screw, #8-32 x 1/2"
Lock Nut, #8-32
Mounting
Bracket
Steps:
1. Installation Location: Slide out the power pack tray.
Mount
Tube
Power
Pack
Tray
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2. Mounting: Mount the cycle counter bracket on the tray and secure the bracket with the hardware
provided.
Slide
Tray
3. Wiring: Follow the schematic below to wire the cycle counter to the solenoid.
Pump Motor Out (+)
Solenoid
Control (+) In Cycle
Counter
5 amp
ATO
Fuse
Motor
Ground(-)
Battery (+) In
Ground
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10.8 Wiring Diagram – Battery Setup - Truck
*Resetable
Circuit
Breaker
Main Batteries
Ground
2GA. Liftgate
Power Cable
Optional
Liftgate
Grounding
*Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
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10.9 Wiring Diagram - Single Pole - Trailer
*Resetable
Circuit
Breaker
Single *Resetable
Pole Circuit
Socket Breaker
Ground
Auxiliary
Batteries
Optional
Liftgate
Grounding
*Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
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10.10 Wiring Diagram - Dual Pole - Trailer
*Resetable
Circuit
Breaker
Dual (-)
Pole
Socket
(+)
*Resetable
Circuit Aux.
Breaker Batteries
Ground
*Resetable Circuit Breaker: 150 Amp Min. Replace with same amperage breaker when necessary.
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10.11
Rev. 1.12
Starter - #5 Red
Power - #4 Green
Lower - #6 Yellow
2-Button
Raise Hand Held Remote
(Optional)
OR Piggy back with
MBB Toggle Switch
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Down
Toggle Switch
6-Down
5-Raise
4-Power
Lower Solenoid(s)
at Cylinders Brown - Power ON/OFF Switch
Trailer Installation
Blue - Load
OR
Brown - Power
Wiring Diagram (Gravity Down )
Brown - Power
Power
Ground
Yellow/Green - Ground
Yellow/Green - Ground ON/OFF Switch
Spade Connectors Truck Installation
with housing
15A Fuse
70-0312-002
Battery
Power
Yellow/Green - Ground
Power
Important Note:
-All connectors are to be insulated and weather sealed.
Starter -In-Line ATC Fuse 15 Amp at solenoid. Replace with
Solenoid Ground same amperage fuse when necessary.
Electric Motor
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to jump in-line fuses
with other objects other than the specified fuse(s).
12V Power Supply DO NOT increase the amperage rating of fuse.
Serious harm to the liftgate will result when
standard practices are not followed.
Toggle control - Pump - Full Time Gravity Down 70-0312-001/Rev.C 15939 Piuma Ave. Cerritos, CA 90703
Circuit Breaker
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ON/OFF Switch
10.12
(Trailer Application)
OR ON/OFF Switch
Rev. 1.12
(Truck Installation)
Main Liftgate
Toggle Control Switch 2-Button
Power Hand Held Remote
Raise
(Optional)
Load
Power - Brown
Power - Blue
Piggy back with
Ground Toggle Switch
Spade Connectors
MBB OR
with housing
Down
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Power - Brown
Load - Blue
Ground - Yellow/Green
Lower Valve Lower Valve
S1 S2
Power - #4 Green
Starter - #5 Red
Power - #4 Black
Starter - #5 Black
Lower - #6 Yellow
Lower - #6 Black
Wiring Diagram (Power Down)
5 6 S1
Starter
with Diode
Solenoid
15A Fuse
Ground - Yellow
Power - Black
Electric Motor
2 ga.
Ground Cable
Important Note:
-All connectors are to be insulated and weather sealed. 12V Power Supply
-In-Line ATC Fuse 15 Amp at solenoid. Replace with 150 amp
same amperage fuse when necessary. Circuit Breaker
NOTICE: DO NOT attempt to jump in-line fuses
30 Ft. x 2 ga. Battery Cable
with other objects other than the specified fuse(s). ILT (Power Down) - Wiring Schematic
DO NOT increase the amperage rating of fuse.
Serious harm to the liftgate will result when Toggle control - Pump - Full Time Power Down 70-1011-900/Rev.C 15939 Piuma Ave. Cerritos, CA 90703
standard practices are not followed.
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11 Hydraulic Schematic
• Insure that all hydraulic hoses are secured and away from heat sources, sharp corners/edges,
and abrasion from moving components during the operation of the liftgate and vehicle.
Raise = M
Lower = S1+S2
S1 S2
R1 R2
Pilot to Close
Check Valve
M Pump
Motor Relief Valve
2850 psi
Port Breather
Filter
Reservoir Tank
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11.2 Hydraulic Schematic (Power Down)
Raise = M
Power Down = M + S1&2 + S5
S1 S2
R1 R2
2 Position
4 way Valve
Pilot to Close
Check Valve
M Pump
Motor Relief Valve
2850 psi
Port Breather
Filter
Reservoir Tank
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12 Decal Placement and Inspection
For operator’s safety, all decals appearing in “Decal Kit” must be placed visibly on the
control side of liftgate to be read by operator. This is typically a combination of decals on
the liftgate and truck/trailer body. Please make sure to place the maximum capacity decal
(D) on driver and curb side of the vehicle.
Decal Kit
Decal Qty. Part No. Description
A 1 ATG-URGWA Urgent Warning: Elevating gate instructions
B 1 ATG-ILR-ILFS Operating Instructions
C 1 ATG-BKR Circuit Breaker Reset (must be located at the
circuit breaker)
D 2 ATG-XXXX Capacity (check the serial number plate to find out
the gates specific capacity).
E 1 ATG-RESET Circuit Breaker Protection
*It is the installer’s responsibility to determine the proper application of the Conspicuity
tape, and to ensure that the vehicle meets DOT and federal lighting regulations. Keep in
mind that there are different requirements depending on the classification of the vehicle.
Placement of decal “L“ shown below is an example of conspicuity tape placement. This
document is not intended to replace published agency regulations, and it is strongly
recommended that the installer referrences the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) which
can be viewed at http://ECFR.gpoaccess.gov.
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Decal - A
Decal - C Decal - E
Decal - D
Decal - B
Decal - G
Decal - F
Decal - L
Decal - H Decal – I Decal - K
Decal – J
G Driver Side
D
F
G K
J
E
F
L
Curb Side
L D
H K
A
B
I
L
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13 Lubrication
1. Lower the platform to the ground.
2. Remove red protector caps from each component. Lubricate, grease, and oil per diagram below.
3. Cycle platform up and down several times. Lubricate and grease all points again.
4. Wipe any excess grease and replace all red protector caps on zerks.
4 zerks:
- 1 Cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
- 1 Swing fixture
4 zerks:
- 1 Cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
3 zerks: - 1 Swing fixture
- 1 Cylinder
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
IN
OUT
Oil reservoir
inside main tube.
Pull out tray to
check and refill oil.
4 zerks:
- 1 Cylinder
IN
- 1 Lift arm
- 1 Parallel arm
-Platform Hinges - 1 Swing fixture
-Cart Stops (If, installed)
IN
OUT
Oil: Oil level in the power pack tank (see marking inside of power pack reservoir)
IN Lubricate: Platform hinges, Slide Rails and optional Cart Stops (use WD-40 spray for lubrication)
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14 Final Inspection Check List
Liftgate failure or malfunction could result in property damage, personal injury or death if you fail to check
each of the following items listed. DO NOT USE the liftgate if any of the following points are NOT verified and
checked.
Installation is NOT complete and all WARRANTIES are VOID if you have not checked and verified all items
listed on this inspection sheet. Inspection sheet is to be filed at the facility where liftgate was installed.
Structural Inspection
All welds are 100% complete per this manual.
All nuts, bolts, mounting hardware, pins, chain anchors are tight.
All mounting dimensions are correct and liftgate is square and parallel per this manual.
Hydraulic Inspection
Pump reservoir is filled to 1.0“-1.5" from top of reservoir when cylinders are completly compressed (platform is
resting on the ground).
Hydraulic components and connections do not leak.
(Should be checked after unit is hydraulically locked for five (5) minutes.)
All hydraulic lines are secured with cable ties, hoses clamps, or other fasteners. No hoses or components rub on
the frame, platform, or any other components while unit is in operation or in storage. No hoses are kinked or bent.
Electrical Inspection
Battery cable(s) attached and clamped tight and dielectric grease is used to seal all connections.
All electrical lines are secured with cable ties, hoses clamps, or other fasteners and are properly protected.
Circuit Breakers installed and wired per instructions.
Measure battery voltages: Flooded Batteries = 12.6V; AGM Batteries = 12.8V
Lights wired properly and operate per DOT, State, and Federal requirements.
Operational Inspection
All decals are in place and legible per instructions.
All pivot points are lubricated per instructions, and Zerk fittings have been capped.
Up stops are in place. Wheel is set for proper opening when lowering.
Coil springs have been adjusted at the platform for proper folding and unfolding tension.
Platform torsion rod is adjusted. Snubber pads are tight against platform.
Bolts are removed from both swing arm fixtures.
Platform travels up and down smoothly and freely, without any hesitation or unusual noises.
Platform is flush with the bed extension, tip is pitched approximately 2“-2.5“ above rear bed extension when raised
completely.
Platform rests on the ground evenly when lowered completely.
Platform raises and lowers properly and at correct speed. (2 to 4 inches per second)
Gate is painted, body is clean around gate. Cylinders are clean and rubber & plastic caps are in place.
The liftgate serial number and model number are documented on the inside of the front cover of the Owners
Manual, as well as the installation manual in the space provided.
Owners Manual is in the vehicle's glove box.
Supervisor has demonstrated the instructions in the Owners Manual to the customer/driver upon delivery.
Inspection Information:
Name (please print): _____________________________________Signature:____________________
Completed by: ______________________________________________________________________
Title: __________________________________________________Date:________________________
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