These lifts, many of which were installed several decades ago, have often passed through multiple ownerships as buildings have changed hands over time. As a result, the current owners or operators of these lifts may have little understanding of their functioning,...
One of the most immediate effects of low fluid levels is the risk of the plunger retracting too rapidly. This occurs because the orifice located at the bottom of the plunger, which is designed to regulate the flow of hydraulic fluid, will allow air to pass through...