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14,000 RONT LIGNMENT No obstructions! The open front design on our alignment lift allows total access to front wheel adjustment points and with the cylinder located under the track, there’s no power beam, eliminating risk of damage to doors and mirrors. (Shown with optional rolling jack and turntables.) FP 14 KO-A 14,000 lb.
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FP14KO-A 14,000 lb Capacity Open Front Alignment Lift ASSEMBLY & OPERATION MANUAL...
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14,000 RONT LIGNMENT No obstructions! The open front design on our alignment lift allows total access to front wheel adjustment points and with the cylinder located under the track, there’s no power beam, eliminating risk of damage to doors and mirrors. (Shown with optional rolling jack and turntables.) FP 14 KO-A 14,000 lb.
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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.
INTRODUCTION Model FP14KO-A is a four-post lift is used in wheel alignment, vehicle inspection and maintenance for various types of cars and light trucks. Features: - Open front end for easy access car servicing - Multi-position cut-out for turntables (optional part) and extra long rear slip plates to accommodate a wide range of vehicles.
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TOOLS REQUIRED IN INSTALLATION Rotary hammer drill or similar 3/4” Masonry bit Hammer 4 foot level Open-end wrench set : 7/16” – 1-1/8” Socket and ratchet set: 7/16” – 1-1/8” Hex-key / Allen wrench set Medium crescent wrench Medium pipe wrench Crow bar Chalk line Medium flat screwdriver...
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT NOTICE These instructions must be followed to insure proper installation and operation of your lift. Failure to comply with these instructions can result in serious bodily harm and void product warranty. Manufacturer will assume no liability for loss or damage of any kind, expressed or implied resulting from improper installation or use of this product.
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Note: All 4 legs should be level and square. Use the layout dimensions for floor layout purposes only NOTE All models MUST be installed on 3000PSI concrete only confirming to the minimum requirements. New concrete must be adequately cured by at least 28 days minimum. STEP 4: (Locate the parts) 1.
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9. Mount on the plastic slide blocks on the crossbeam.( Fig. 6) 10. Fix the lower end of the safety rack by a bolt. (Fig 7) Fig 4 Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 STEP 6: (front yoke ) Lay down the front columns. Take out the safety rack. Take off the cable sheaves of the front yokes.
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Fig. 8 Fig. 9 STEP 9: (check again ) Raise the platform a little by pushing the up button on the power unit. Check the location of all the columns again. Make sure everything is OK. Again using the base plate of the column as guide, drill all the holes for anchoring. Anchor all the columns using bolts supplied.
OPERATION RAISE-LIFT 1. Press button on power unit The latch mechanism will ‘trip over’ when the lift raises and drop into each latch stop. But, to lock the lift you must press the lowering handle to relieve the hydraulic pressure and let the latch set tight in a lock position.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following periodic maintenance is the suggested minimum requirements and minimum intervals; accumulated hours or monthly period, which ever 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.
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rvice, contamination levels, filtration, and chemical composition of fluid should be nsidered. If operating in dusty environment shorter interval may be required. The following items should only be performed by a trained maintenance expert. Replace hydraulic hoses Replace cables and rollers. Replace cables and sheaves.
IMPORTANT POWER UNIT PRIMING PROCEDURE THE PROBLEM: Power unit runs fine but will not pump any fluid. Step 1 – Locate the check valve, the flush plug to the left of the lowering valve. (See drawing below.) Step 2 – Using an Allen wrench and shop towel – with shop towel in place to catch fluid –...
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