OPERATION
The operator presses the raise button until the deck is a sufficient height to then extend the lip fully. If an end load is required, the operator extends the lip as far as possible into the rail car without interfering with the load to be added or removed.
When the end load function is completed, it is recommended that the lip be fully extended after raising the deck slightly. The leveler will float with the rail car during loading to maintain lip contact at all times.
After loading or off-loading is complete the operator presses and releases the store button and the leveler will automatically raise, retract lip and lower to its stored position.
CONSTRUCTION
Unitized platform structure with dual side 33% beam to deck weld pattern and continuous welds at the beam to header plate and lugs for maximum strength.
The deck plate, lip plate, ramp and beams are constructed from high-tensile steel and safety tread top running surface. The deck support structure includes either rolled formed or structural channel or I beams depending on capacity, a fixed continuous smooth transition rear hinge eliminates any pinch, trip or impact point.
Full width zinc plated rear hinge rod is constructed from SAE 1045 superior shaft and factory coated with anti-seize lubricant. Heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders are constructed with hard polished chrome rods, high tensile tubing, high-pressure low-friction seals, and oil immersed guide bearings.
The UL approved control panel has a dust tight NEMA 12 metal enclosure with hinged cover, shielded push-button controls and reduced voltage fused secondary. Power unit is oil filled and tested with a totally enclosed non-ventilated 1.5 horsepower 3 phase motor. All hoses are high-pressure SAE 100R2 with permanent fittings attached.
WARRANTY
NORDOCK® guarantees that the NR BOXCAR™ series of hydraulic rail dock levelers will perform as described and to the full satisfaction of the purchaser for one-year from date of receipt or NORDOCK® will repair, replace or remove the product and refund the purchase price.
In addition, the structural components are guaranteed, under specified guidelines, for a period of Ten-Years.