Puzzle lift parking systems are emerging technologies, so you may not be familiar with their maintenance and care needs. You should always inspect your parking lifts daily before using them and perform regular maintenance. During these inspections, look for signs you need to repair your vehicle lifts. The sooner you catch issues, the less severe and costly they will be.
Fluid Leaking from Your Lift
The hydraulic fluid promotes smooth movement from your vehicle lift. If you notice fluid leaking from your lift’s seals, connections, reservoirs, and other parts, it could mean there is a larger issue going on with your lift. Your lift could be leaking hydraulic fluid for a few reasons, from wear and tear to overfilled reservoirs. Note the source of the leak to pinpoint which area of your machine could be experiencing issues, and schedule a lift inspection with a professional.
Locks or Restraints Not Working
Lift locks prevent accidents from happening in the parking garage. In case of suspension failure, automatic safety locks hold the lift in place to prevent a freefall event. Safety locks will only release when the lift is raised slightly. If you notice any signs of your lift’s locks or restraints faltering or not working properly, discontinue use immediately. Otherwise, you could put your crew’s safety at risk or damage the vehicle.
Excessive Wear and Tear
Another telltale sign to repair your vehicle lift is when you notice excessive wear and tear on the system. This equipment is bound to experience wear and tear from repeated use, but excessive wear can lead to malfunctions or accidents. Pay special attention to lifting components and contact points, as these areas experience lots of stress from the heavy lifting process.
Issues Around the Floor Anchors
The floor anchors keep your puzzle lift parking system in place. Along with the lift components, pay attention to the area surrounding the lift. If you notice any cracks or dips forming in the flooring around the lift, pause use and contact a professional repair person immediately. This could be a sign of a loose foundation, which could impact the stability of the entire system.
Watch out for these signs you need to repair your vehicle lift during your daily inspections. Whether you’re looking for your first parking lift or need to replace your current model, you can find a variety of puzzle lift parking systems at Harding Steel. We offer parking system installation and maintenance recommendations if you run into issues like these down the road.
The puzzle lift parking systems are complex parking systems that moves cars in two dimensions. Harding Steel offers service contracts, which are necessary on puzzle lift parking systems, to assure you and your residents have trouble-free operation of the parking system.