Tuxedo TP9KAC-TUX Installation & Operation Manual

Tuxedo TP9KAC-TUX Installation & Operation Manual

Two-post clear floor lift (asymmetric), 9,000 lbs. capacity (2,250 lbs. max per arm)

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TP9KAC-TUX
Two-Post Clear Floor Lift
(Asymmetric)
9,000 lbs. Capacity
(2,250 lbs. Max per Arm)
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
MANUAL
Mar 2019

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  • Page 1 TP9KAC-TUX Two-Post Clear Floor Lift (Asymmetric) 9,000 lbs. Capacity (2,250 lbs. Max per Arm) INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL Mar 2019...
  • Page 2: Important Notes

    DEFINITION Surface Mounted, Two-Post, Clear-Floor Lift w/ Overhead Beam, Hydraulic ‘chain-over’ Drive, 9,000 lbs. Capacity. The name / model numbers are designated below: · Model number TP9KAC-TUX - Asymmetric Swing Arm configuration BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Description Overall Overall Lifting...
  • Page 3: General Information

    2 pc overhead beam with the hardware box located in one of the columns. · The electric-hydraulic motor pump is packaged separately and banded to top of lift. Fig. 1 3 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 4 4 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    STEP 1: (Selecting Site) Before installing your new lift, check the following: 1. LIFT LOCATION: Always use architects plans when available. Check layout dimension against floor plan requirements making sure that adequate space is available (Figs. 2, 3 & 4). Fig. 2 (Elevation Layout) 5 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 6 (Swing Arm & Column Layout) Fig. (134-5/8”) (Column / Floor Layout) 2. OVERHEAD OBSTRUCTIONS: The area where the lift is located should be free of overhead obstructions such as heaters, building supports, electrical lines, etc. (Fig 2.) 6 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 7 5. Double check all dimensions and make sure that the layout is perfectly square. STEP 4: (Installing MAIN COLUMN w/ Power Unit Bracket) 7 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 8 NOTE: Install Overhead Beam assembly to top of columns BEFORE drilling anchors for Offside column. This is to ensure that the Offside column can be properly positioned to be plumb and level. 1. Raise OFFSIDE column and position at the designated chalk locations, ensuring the Column ‘upright’ 8 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 9 Make sure the funnel used to fill the power unit is clean. Suggestion: Use Non-Detergent / Non-Foaming Hydraulic Oil - SAE-10, AW 32 or equivalent. The unit holds approximately ten quarts of fluid. Fig. 10 STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES) 9 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 10 90 degree fitting at the base of column. Tighten to secure. e) Install long hydraulic hose to top of T-fitting. Route long hose up & across the overhead beam through guide rings, then down to 90° fitting at base of opposite column. Tighten to secure. 10 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 11: Safety Notice

    2. Install arm restraint mechanisms to each swing arm, as shown below in (Fig. 13). 3. Check for proper engagement for the arm restraints as the gear rack should fully engage the gear on the arm. SAFETY NOTICE! Fig. 13 11 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 12 Connect Overhead Limit Wire to Kill Switch Plunger Mechanism. NOTE: (Ensure not to adjust Limit Wire too tight. If so, power unit will not operate correctly.) Fig. 14b 12 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 13 3. If latches click out of sync, tighten the equalization cable on the one that clicks first. Fig. 15 THE LIFT IS NOW READY FOR USE. IMPORTANT! Read Safety & Operating Information on following pages before using lift. 13 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 14 5. Before removing vehicle from lift area, position lift arms and supports to provide an unobstructed exit. WARNING: NEVER DRIVE OVER LIFT’S ARMS. Note: It is normal for an empty lift to lower slowly, it may be necessary to add weight. 14 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 15: Safety Procedures

    The following periodic maintenance is the suggested minimum requirements and minimum intervals; accumulated hours or monthly period, whichever comes sooner. If you hear a noise or see any indication of impending failure - cease operation immediately – inspect, correct and / or replace parts as required. 15 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 16: Responsibility Of The User

    Change the hydraulic fluid. Good maintenance procedure makes it mandatory to keep hydraulic fluid clean. No hard fast rules can be established; operating temperature, type of service, contamination levels, filtration, and chemical composition of fluid should be considered. If operating in a dusty environment, shorter interval may be required. 16 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 17 / or capped until just prior to use. Air hoses can be used to clean fittings and other components. However, the air supply must be filtered and dry to prevent contamination. Contamination is the most frequent cause of malfunction or hydraulic equipment. 17 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Carriage of the lift is dry and requires grease. Grease corners of columns. Cylinder pulley assembly or cable pulley assembly is not moving freely. Check and grease it. May have excessive wear on pins or cylinder yoke. Check and replace them. Seals are dry in hydraulic cylinder(s). 18 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 19: Power Unit Priming

    POWER UNIT PRIMING WARNING!! Failure to properly relieve pressure in the following steps can cause injury to personnel. 19 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 20: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW #1 20 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 21 EXPLODED VIEW #2 21 TP9KAC-TUX Mar 2019...
  • Page 22: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM Tux P/N M-Ref P/N DESCRIPTION TP9KAC-TUX-001A TPF4-100-00 (A) Mainside Column TP9KAC-TUX-001B TPF4-100-00 (B) Offside Column TP9KAC-TUX-002 TPF4-100-10-05 Cable Pulley, Column TP9KAC-TUX-003 GB894.1-86 Circlips TP9KAC-TUX-004 TPF4-100-12 Plastic Cover, Column TP9KAC-TUX-006 GB5781-86 Bolt TP9KAC-TUX-007 GB6170-86 TP9KAC-TUX-008 GB97.2-85 Flat Washer...
  • Page 23 TP9KAC-TUX-040 TPF4-400-06-00 Swing Arm Pin TP9KAC-TUX-041 GB819-85 Screw TP9KAC-TUX-042 TPF4-400-04-00 Saddle Pad Weldment TP9KAC-TUX-043A TPF4-400-05K-00M (A) Front / Short Asy. Arm-PS TP9KAC-TUX-043B TPF4-400-05K-00M (B) Front / Short Asy. Arm-DS TP9KAC-TUX-044 GB5781-86 Hex Bolt TP9KAC-TUX-045 GB6170-86 TP9KAC-TUX-046 GB97.2-85 Flat Washer TP9KAC-TUX-047...
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    There is no other express warranty on the Tuxedo lifts and this warranty is exclusive of and in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including all warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. To the fullest extent allowed by law, Tuxedo shall not be liable for loss of use, cost of cover, lost profits, inconvenience, lost time, commercial loss or other incidental or consequential damages.

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