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How can I use the cargo lift to go up a level?
1 of 5: After checking for supplies, use the control panel to summon over the slow-moving cargo lift.
2 of 5: Stand at the window and shoot the two soldiers who appear on walkways above you while the lift is coming over, then get back up to 100 health and 100 armor at the rechargers.
3 of 5: When the lift arrives, the first thing to do is use the gravity gun to get the explosive barrel off of it. (The other barrels should be left on the lift to use as cover and to have handy for later.)
4 of 5: Go use the control panel in the shed again and run for the lift before it gets away.
5 of 5: Shoot more soldiers (and watch out for grenades landing on the lift) as you cross, then get off at the other end.
