BendPak HD-7500 Series Installation And Operation Manual

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Manual P/N 5900174 — Manual Revision C — March 2021

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Page 1 Manual P/N 5900174 — Manual Revision C — March 2021 Models: • HD-7500BL • HD-7500BLX • HD-7500PBX HD-7500PBX shown. Designed and engineered by BendPak Inc. in Southern California, USA. Made in China. ⚠ entire before Read the contents of this manual using this product.
Page 2 Copyright. Copyright © 2021 by BendPak Inc. All rights reserved. You may make copies of this document if you agree that: you will give full attribution to BendPak Inc., you will not make changes to the content, you do not gain any rights to this content, and you will not use the copies for commercial purposes.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
HD-7500PBX: Tall Four-Post Lift that can raise Vehicles and boats up to 7,500 pounds • (3,402 kg). This manual is mandatory reading for all users of the HD-7500 Series, including anyone who installs, uses, maintains, repairs, or wants to know more about them. ⚠...
Page 4: Shipping Information
Keep this manual on or near the product for future reference. Read and follow the warnings and instructions on the labels on the product. Contact BendPak at (800) 253-2363 or support@bendpak.com...
Page 5 BendPak Inc. assumes no liability for damages resulting from: • Use of the equipment for purposes other than those described in this manual. • Modifications to the equipment without prior, written permission from BendPak. • Injury or death caused by modifying, disabling, overriding, or removing safety features. •...
Page 6: Components
Ladder so that they do not engage as you lower the Runways. Used only to lower the Runways. • Ladder. A piece of steel that gets installed at the back of each Post. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 7 Drawing not necessarily to scale. Some components not shown. Crosstube Windows for the Crosstube on the left not visible in this view. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 9 Lift for a Vehicle with a wheelbase of 95" is 50 percent of the Lift’s rated capacity (or 3,750 lbs when the rated capacity is 7,500 lbs). Specifications subject to change without notice. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 10: Faqs
Side Front or the Passenger-Side Rear of the Lift. More on this later. Q: Does the Lift have to be anchored in place? A: Yes. BendPak strongly recommends that you anchor the Lift; it may be less stable if you do not anchor the Bases.
Page 11: Installation Checklist
33. Anchor the Posts. ☐ 34. Perform final leveling. ☐ 35. Install the Accessories. ☐ 36. Lubricate the Lift. ☐ 37. Perform an Operational Test. ☐ 38. Review the Final Checklist. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 12: Installation
Only fully trained personnel should be involved in installing this equipment. Pay attention at all times. Use appropriate tools and lifting equipment. Stay clear of moving parts. BendPak recommends referring to the current version of the ANSI/ALI ALIS Standard Safety Requirements for Installation and Service for more information about safely installing, using, and servicing your Lift.
Page 13 Install a Thermal Disconnect Switch. This switch ensures the equipment shuts down in the event of an overload or an overheated motor. Note: These components are not supplied with the Lift. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 14 Most customers choose their Power Post location based on either preference (one option makes more sense for their shop than the other does) or easier access to the power source. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 15 Checking Clearances For safety purposes, a certain amount of clear space around the Lift is required Drawing is a top view. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 16 Anchor Bolts within six inches of cracks, expansion joints, or other defects in the Concrete. ⚠ CAUTION BendPak lifts are supplied with installation instructions and Concrete anchors that meet the criteria set by the current version of the American National Standard “Automotive Lifts –...
Page 17 The Posts and Runways are delivered with stabilizing structures on each end. Be very careful when removing these stabilizing structures; the Posts and Runways can shift or even fall. If they fall on a person, they could cause serious injury. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 18 5. When you move the Posts into position, put the outside edges of the bases inside the corners created by the Chalk Line Guides. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 19 You may or may not be anchoring the Posts at all, depending on whether or not you are going to be using the optional Caster Kit. But even if you are planning on anchoring the Posts eventually, do not anchor the Posts now. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 20 Power Post location, but the Powerside Runway and Crosstube locations do. Windows are in the Crosstubes; they are shown here at the ends of the Powerside Runway for clarity. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 21 It is easy to see the top Slot created by the Slide Blocks. It is difficult to see the bottom required both Slot, but it is that the Ladder go through Slots. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 22 Lifting Cable breaks while the Lift is not engaged on its Primary Safety Locks, the Slack Safety Lock next to the broken Lifting Cable immediately engages at the next Safety Lock position in the Ladder. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 23 Lift in danger. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. Front and side views combined. Make sure to both Slots install each Ladder through on each Crosstube Gusset. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 24 Note: The other hole in the middle of the Top Cap is for the Lifting Cable, installed later. 6. Install the other three Top Caps the same way. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 25 4. Once both Crosstubes are raised, all four Primary Safety Locks are engaged , and all four Slack Safety Locks have been disengaged, you can continue with the installation. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 26 Do not continue with the installation until you have visually confirmed that all four Primary Safety Locks are engaged. If they are not engaged, the Runways could move or fall, possibly causing personal injury (even death) or product damage. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 27 When you remove the Sheaves, . You will be reinstalling them at the same location, using the same components. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. Combines top and side views. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 28 The following drawing shows the correct orientation of the Runways for both Power Post locations. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. Tops of Runways not shown. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 29 Do not continue with the installation until you have visually confirmed that all four Primary Safety Locks are engaged. If they are not engaged, the Runways could move or fall, possibly causing personal injury (even death) or product damage. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 30 3. On the inside of the Powerside Runway, screw the Plastic Nut back onto the Threads of the Flex Tube and tighten it. 4. Let the other end of the Flex Tube hang in place for now. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 31 Routing the Lifting Cables The following drawing shows the routing for all four Lifting Cables for the HD-7500PBX model. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 32 Post past the top of the Crosstube Gusset. must When you start routing the Cable up, it be between the Gusset Sheave and Slack Safety Sheave, as shown below. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 33 17. With the Cables in place in the Large Window, reinstall the Double Cable Sheave. The following drawing shows the Cable/Cable Sheave Pairs in the Large Windows. Front view of the Crosstube with Large Windows. Not all components shown. Not to scale. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 34 Routing Cables B and D is the same process as routing Cables A and C, just to the other Note two Posts and using a different set of Sheaves. Refer to the drawings in the previous section. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 35 The following drawing shows the routing for all four Lifting Cable for the HD-7500BL and HD-7500BLX models. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown. Before routing the Lifting Cables, extend the Piston on the Hydraulic Cylinder. See previous section. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 36 Routing Lifting Cables B and D is the same process as routing Lifting Cables A and C, just to Note the other two Posts and using a different set of Sheaves. Refer to the drawings in the previous section. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 37 Damage to the motor caused by water is covered by the warranty. The Power Unit is heavy. BendPak recommends having one person hold the Power Unit while another person bolts it into place. To install the Power Unit: 1.
Page 38 Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings on your Lift, making your new Lift inoperable. Your Lift is shipped with clean components; however, BendPak strongly recommends that you clean all Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings prior to making connections. It is better and less costly to take these extra steps now so that you do not need to take your Lift out of service later to fix issues that could have been prevented at the time of installation.
Page 39 If you put too much, the excess liquid will be pushed out when the Fitting is tightened; use a rag to wipe the excess. 3. Tighten the Fitting into the connector; do over tighten the Fitting. 4. Allow the manufacturer-recommended curing time before pressurizing the system. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 40 Use care to keep the fluid clean when filling the reservoir. Do not connect the Power Unit to a power source at this point. 3. Replace the Reservoir Cap. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 41 5. Holding the Flex Tube by the Plastic Collar, put the Threads through the hole on the Flex Tube from underneath Angle Plate 6. Screw the Plastic Nut back onto the Threads and tighten. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 42 The Ferrule goes around the Rod and under the Threads. The Nut goes onto the Threads. 6. Tighten the Nut. Remember that the Ferrule can only be used once; do not tighten the Nut until everything is ready. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 43 Flex Tube) and the customer-supplied air pressure. psi) is required. The following drawing shows the Zero Angle Bracket and where it connects. The following drawing shows the Pushbutton Air Valve and its connections. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 44 Do not attach the Return Line to the Pushbutton Air Valve by Air Line. mistake . Double check to make sure you are attaching the Air Line to the Pushbutton Air Valve. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 45 Drawing not to scale. Some components not shown. Air Lines shown outside Steel Tubes for clarity. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 46 5. Leave the Power Unit end of the Air Line hanging out of the Flex Tube for now. It will be connected to the Pushbutton Air Valve later in the installation process. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 47 Top View of Powerside Runway. Drawing not to scale. COMP end to the other end of the Some components not shown or exaggerated for clarity. Return Line (coming out of the Flex Tube). HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 48 JIC end to the Straight end of the Top view of the Powerside Runway. Drawing not to scale. Hydraulic Hose. Some components not shown or exaggerated for clarity. 8. Securely tighten all connections. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 49 Electrical Box. Have the Electrician use that wiring information to wire the Power Unit to the power source. You can also find the Wiring Diagram for your Power Unit in Wiring Diagrams. 3. Close the Electrical Box. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 50 (NEC) requirement. They are designed to interrupt electrical power in the event of an electrical circuit fault, emergency situation, or when equipment is undergoing service or maintenance. BendPak strongly recommends that you install a Power Disconnect Switch that is properly rated for the incoming power. ⚠...
Page 51 Use only the Anchor Bolts that came with your Lift. Only install your Lift on a Concrete floor. Make sure to get the correct amount of Effective Embedment and use the correct amount of Torque. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 52 Concrete or Anchor Bolts do not meet these specifications, it could lead to product damage, Vehicle damage, personal injury, or even loss of life. BendPak Lifts are supplied with installation instructions and Concrete fasteners meeting the criteria as prescribed by the current version of the American National Standard “Automotive Lifts – Safety Requirements for Construction, Testing, and Validation”...
Page 53 Do not shim a Post more than half an inch using the provided Shims. A maximum of 2 inches is possible by ordering optional Shim Plates. Contact BendPak at (800) 253-2363, extension 191 to order. Please have the model and serial number of your Lift available.
Page 54 Bolt, Washer, and Nut for each hole, and then tighten until secure. 2. Take a Stiffener Tube and attach the ends to the top of the Posts using another M12 Hex Bolt, M12 Washer, and M12 Nut. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 55 Gusset Covers. Yellow, Plastic Covers that are installed on top of the Crosstube Gussets. • Tire Stops. Installed at the Front of the Lift. Hold the Tires of the Vehicle in position. BendPak recommends chocking the rear Tires, so that the Vehicle stays in place. Included with the Lift.
Page 56 2. Align the Covers with the openings in the Gusset, one at each end of the Crosstube, then push the Cover into place. Do the same for the remaining covers. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 57 The Ramps are heavy and awkward, so you may want to consider having two people install them; one to hold the Ramp, the other to put the components into place. 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the other Ramp. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 58 9. Move the Lift to the desired location. 10. Raise the Lift to a locking position and engage it there. 11. Take off all four Caster Kit assemblies. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 59 Lift). Put a small amount of white lithium grease or similar on each lubrication point before you use the Lift and monthly after putting the Lift into service. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 60 Performing an Operational Test BendPak strongly recommends doing an Operational Test of your Lift with a typical Vehicle before starting normal service (a typical Vehicle is not required, but is recommended). ⚠ DANGER When you even hear the words “automotive lift,” your brain should automatically remember that lifting a Vehicle is a serious endeavor with life-threatening risks.
Page 61 If it has not been done already, perform an Operational Test of the Lift with a typical Vehicle. Refer Performing an Operational Test. • Make sure a copy of the Installation and Operation Manual is left with the Lift. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 62: Operation
Check the Vehicle. Never exceed the Lift’s weight rating. Do not allow people inside a Vehicle you are going to raise. Make sure the Vehicle is not overbalanced on either end or either side. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 63 Safety Locks; release release Pushbutton and Lowering Handle when Lowering Handle. they stop. Do not press and hold Pushbutton. 5. Make sure all four Posts are engaged at same height. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 64 5. With the Runways engaged on the Safety Locks, check around the Vehicle to make sure everything looks good. If you see anything wrong, fix it before anyone gets near the Runways or goes under them. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 65 4. When the Runways are fully lowered (on the ground), release the Pushbutton and the Lowering Handle. 5. Remove the tire chocks. 6. Drive the Vehicle off the Runways. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 66: Maintenance
⚠ WARNING: Do not operate your Lift if you find maintenance issues; instead, take the Lift out of service, then contact your dealer, visit bendpak.com/support, email support@bendpak.com, or call (800) 253-2363. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 67 Visually check for any broken wires. One way to check for crown breaks is to run a cloth along the rope to check for possible snags. d. With an awl, probe between wires and strands and raise any wires that appear loose. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 68: Troubleshooting
Crosstubes using white lithium grease. If the Lift is new, a break-in period may be needed; run the Lift several times each day. If the noises persist, contact BendPak Support. If you continue to have issues with your Lift, take it out of service, then contact your dealer, go to bendpak.com/support, email...
Page 69 4. Add additional Hydraulic Fluid if necessary. If your Lift is still moving erratically or making odd noises after bleeding the Hydraulic System, refer to Troubleshooting for more information. HD-7500 Series Four-Post Lifts P/N 5900174 — Rev. C — March 2021...
Page 70: Wiring Diagrams
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