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Revised 05/9/2019 Read this entire manual before operation begins. Record below the following information which is located on the serial number data plate. Serial No. Model No. Date of Installation...
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Indicates a possibility of danger for the operators BOLD Important information TYPE WARNING: before operating the lift and carrying out any adjustment, read carefully chapter 7 “installation” where all proper operations for a better functioning of the lift are shown. PVL12...
• Keep the manual in an area protected from the damp. • Use this manual properly without damaging it. • Any use of the machine made by operators who are not familiar with the instructions and procedures contained herein shall be forbidden. PVL12 General Information...
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Any other use which differs from that provided for by the manufacturer of the machine is strictly forbidden. The use of non genuine parts may cause damage to people or objects General Information PVL12...
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The manufacturer is not liable for any mistakes made when drawing up this manual and reserves the right to make any changes due the development of the product, at any time. PVL12 General Information...
The presence of defects in workmanship must be verifi ed by the Manufacturer’s personnel in charge. Technical Servicing For all servicing and maintenance operations not specifi ed or shown in these instructions, contact your Dealer where the machine has been bought or the Manufacturer’s Commercial Department. Product Identification PVL12...
The packing of the lift is shown in the fi gure 1: N. 1 base unit packed in a steel frame, wrapped up in non-scratch material, including the accessory box, the power unit. The package weight is about 2425 lbs. If requested, optional accessories are available to satisfy each customer’s requirements. Figure 1 - Packages Packing/Transport/Storage PVL12...
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Packages must be opened paying attention not to cause damage to people (keep a safe distance when opening straps) and parts of the lift (be careful the objects do not drop from the package when opening). Packing/Transport/Storage PVL12...
The synchronization is controlled by the equalizer cables. The arm locks can be engaged automatically when the lift is raised. Figure 2 – Lift Lift Description PVL12...
Before use of the lift, make sure to check if the motor specifi cation shown in the nameplate of the motor conforms to the local electric supply. Pump Type Gear Flow rate 2.1 cm Continuous working pressure 225 bar Technical Specification PVL12...
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ASTM D 2270 Viscosity index 104 N° ASTM D 97 Pour point ~ 30 °C ASTM D 92 Flash point 215 °C ASTM D 644 Neutralization number 0.5 mg KOH/g Change hydraulic oil at 1 year intervals Technical Specification PVL12...
• Carefully follow the safety indications applied on the machine and included in the manual; • Observe the safety area during lifting; • Be sure the motor of the vehicle is off, the gear engaged and the parking brake put on; Safety PVL12...
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All safety warning signs (ref. fi gure 7) displayed on the lift are with the purpose to draw the operator’s attention to dangerous or unsafe situations. The labels must be kept clean and they have to be replaced if detached or damaged. Read the meaning of the labels carefully and memorize it. Safety PVL12...
Lighting Lighting must be carried out according to the effective regulations of the place of installation. All areas next to the lift must be well and uniformly lit. Installation PVL12...
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fl oor at each location using the column base plates as a template. • Double check all dimensions and make sure that the bases of each column are square and aligned with the chalk line Figure 8 – Floor Plan Installation PVL12...
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• Tighten the screws and nuts thoroughly. Installation Of Overhead Beam • Make sure no parts missed in the beams; • Assemble two beams as shown. Do not tighten the screws and nuts at this moment; Installation PVL12...
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• Align the Latch shaft, spacer, return spring, lock latch and cam plate as fi g. 11 shown, install them on power-side and off-side; • Tighten Screw M10X16 on each side. • After installation, have a check make sure it is well to use. Installation PVL12...
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Make sure the cables in the place on the pulleys. Make sure the cables routed properly; • After the equalizer cables have been routed, adjust the nut to make each cable in equal tension by using the special wrench supplied. Figure 12 – Routing Equalizer Cable Installation PVL12...
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7.12 Installation Of Power Unit • Attach the power unit onto the bracket on the power side column; • Secure it using M8X30 screws, M8 nuts and the washers; • Make sure to keep the power unit clean. Installation PVL12...
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• Route the hoses as shown. Make sure the hose goes through hose guides / retainers on the columns and in center of overhead beam; • Tighten the hose fi ttings thoroughly. Figure 15 – Hydraulic Line Connection Installation PVL12...
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• Cycle the lift up and down several times to insure latches click together and all air is removed from the system; • To lower the lift, raise the lift to clear the latches at fi rst then release the latches manually; Installation PVL12...
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7.17.2 Mechanical Safeties For Proper Installation • Check to make sure that safety latches will properly engage and disengage by manual release; • If latches click out of synchronization, tighten the cable on the one that clicks fi rst. Installation PVL12...
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WARNING: please follow carefully the instructions in the coming paragraph for avoiding damages on the lift. Carried out two or three complete cycles of lowering with the vehicle loaded: • Repeat the checks provided for by 7.17. • Check no strange noise during lifting and lowering Installation PVL12...
NEVER leave the lift in an elevated position unless the safeties are engaged. If an anchor bolt becomes loose or any component of the lift is found to be defective, DO NOT USE THE LIFT until repairs are made. Controls Figure 17 - Controls Operation And Use PVL12...
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• Raise the lift by pushing the lifting button until reaching the desire height. Standing • Press the lowering lever to engage the nearest lock position; • Always ensure that the lock in each column is engaged before any attempt is made to work on or near the vehicle. Operation And Use PVL12...
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• Lower the lift by pressing the lowering lever; • Before removing vehicle from the lift area, position the lift arms to and pads to provide an obstructed exit; • Never drive over the lift arms. Operation And Use PVL12...
The use of water or infl ammable liquid is strictly forbidden Be sure the rod of the hydraulic cylinders is always clean and not damaged since this may result in leakage from seals and, as a consequence, in possible malfunctions. Maintenance PVL12...
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• Verify the equalizer cables are not worn, change if necessary Every 12 months • Check the electrical system to verify that the motors operate properly (this work must be carried out by skilled electricians) • empty the oil tank and change the hydraulic oil Maintenance PVL12...
Check the valve and The lift does not not work properly replace if needed. lower when the lowering lever and The equalizer cables are Readjust the equalizer the safety release not in the same tension. cables. lever are pressed Troubleshooting PVL12...
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Presence of air in the Bleed the hydraulic hydraulic system system The lift does not Lubrication of sliders is not Grease lower smoothly enough. Sliders are damaged Replace * If the problems remain unsolved, call for technical support. Troubleshooting PVL12...
Part List Figure 18 – General Part List General Part List Item Part number Description Z23G101000 Power-side column Z23G102000 Off-side column Z23G201000 Carriage assembly Z23G410000 Overhead beam Z23G320000 Arm assembly PVL12 Part List...
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Figure 21 – Carriage Assembly And Hydraulic Cylinder Unit Carriage Assembly And Hydraulic Cylinder Unit Item Part number Description Z23G210100 Carriage weldment Z23G221101 Slider Z23G231100 Arm lock release pin Z23G231201 Spring Z23G240101 Front cover Part List PVL12...
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Short arm middle extension Z23G323000 Short arm outer extension Z23A310001 Anti-rotating gear 0201050 Screw M10X35 0201023 Screw M8X12 0211030 Toothed washer D.8 Z23G501000 Adaptor assembly 0205006 Washer D.6 XSZ-7-3-1 Rubber pad Z23G501100 Pad support 0203004 Nut M6 0207013 Screw M6X30 Part List PVL12...
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Screw M8X16 0203008 Nut M8 SP-1430-14 Overhead switch 0201020 Screw M8X55 0206032 Screw M6X16 2L-1-07 Safety bar support Z23A400001AM Crush safety bar Z23A400002 Crush safety bar cover 0203013 Nut M12 0208009 Locking washer D.12 0201078 Screw M12X25 Part List PVL12...
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Part number Description 0205013 Washer D.12 SYJ30-17-02M1 Bar bracket 0208005 Locking washer D.6 Z23G413000 Restric shelf 0205006 Washer D.6 XSZ-1-02-11 Cable pulley 0210007 Bush 2518/SF-1 Z23G412000 Beam B weldment Z23G410001 Pulley shaft Z23G410002 Anti-rotation plate 0201033 Screw M8X40 Part List PVL12...
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Figure 24 – Hydraulic Line Part List PVL12...
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Item Part number Description 0303026 Tee fi tting 1/4 ZZ11070 Hydraulic hose 3/8 L=11070 BZ-JT-016 Cylinder union 6240TJ-Y-2 Restrictor 6240TJ-Y-3 Spring 0313001 Washer 1/4 0303002 90° fi tting 1/4 ZZ1270 Hydraulic hose 1/4 L=1270 0307022 Parachute valve Part List PVL12...
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Plug NPT3/8 WG-04-3020 G-04- Ball plug WG-01-3227 Filter t t er WG-07-002 G-07- Lock washers 8 WG-01-1009 Switch Cover itch WG-03-3336 G-03- Motor switch WG-03-3335 Junction box cover ctio WG-03-3337 G-03- Figure 25 – Hydraulic Power Unit Part List PVL12...
Prices do not include any local, state or federal taxes. RETURNS: Products may not be returned without prior written approval from the Manufacturer. DUE TO THE COMPETITIVENESS OF THE SELLING PRICE OF THESE LIFTS, THIS WARRANTY POLICY WILL BE STRICTLY ADMINISTERED AND ADHERED TO. Warranty PVL12...
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