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Direct-Lift PP8 Plus Installation & Owner's Manual

Four post lift 8,000 lbs. capacity
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INSTALLATION / OWNERS MANUAL
Read this manual thoroughly before installing, operating, or maintaining this lift. When done with
installation be sure to return documents to package and give all materials to lift owner/operator. When
installation is complete be sure to run lift up and down a few cycles with and without "typical" vehicle
PP8 Plus
PP8 Plus
Four Post Lift
8,000 lbs. Capacity
(4,000 lbs. per axle)
Minimum wheelbase 100" at rated capacity
loaded on lift.
Reference ANSI/ALI ALIS,
IMPORTANT
Safety Requirements for
Installation and Service of Automotive Lifts
before installing lift.
1
IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008

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  • Page 1 PP8 Plus Four Post Lift 8,000 lbs. Capacity (4,000 lbs. per axle) Minimum wheelbase 100" at rated capacity Reference ANSI/ALI ALIS, IMPORTANT Safety Requirements for Installation and Service of Automotive Lifts before installing lift. INSTALLATION / OWNERS MANUAL Read this manual thoroughly before installing, operating, or maintaining this lift. When done with installation be sure to return documents to package and give all materials to lift owner/operator.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The user assumes full responsibility for any equipment damage, personal injury, or alteration of the equipment described in this manual or any subsequent damages. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 3: Lift Specifications & Floor Plan

    81” (6’ 9”) Motor specs 110VAC, 1HP Shipping Weight 1,733 LBS NOTE NOTE WILL NEED AT WILL NEED AT LEAST 6’ FT. LEAST 9’ FT. CLEARANCE TO CLEARANCE TO INSTALL INSTALL “HANDLE ROD” “T” ROD” PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 4: Tools Required

    Next unbolt all four columns from the shipping package and place the column with the power unit mounting bracket in the above chosen corner. Arrange the other three columns in the remaining corners. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 5 Cable and the Lock Ladder. This will allow the secondary slack cable lock to function properly. See Figure # 6 for Cable routing installation. Note: Make sure all Cables are properly routed around Cable Sheaves. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 6 Install the Plastic board (Item # 73) Figure # 3 into the Angle Bracket slots on the underside of the main side Runway. Install front Wheel Stops (Item # 35) as shown with provided hardware shown in PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 7 M10 Nut 1. Raise lift 2' - 3' high. 2. Place caster assemblies under crossbeams as shown. Secure with Hitchpin and Hairpin Clip. 3. Lower lift and the columns will automatically raise off the floor. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 8: Foundation & Anchoring Requirements

    3. Shim each column base as required until each column is plumb. If one column has to be elevated to match the plane of the other column, full size base shim plates should be used. Torque anchors to 85 ft-lbs. Shim thickness MUST NOT PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 9 4’ x 4’ x 6” thick 3,000 PSI minimum concrete pad keyed under and flush with the top of existing floor. Allow concrete to cure before installing lifts and anchors (typically 2 to 3 weeks). PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 10 Do not use an impact wrench to tighten! Tighten the nut, two or three turns on average concrete (28-day cure). If the concrete is very hard only one or two turns may be required. Check each anchor bolt with torque wrench set to 85 foot pounds. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 11 Each new or transferred employee along with visiting outside service personnel shall be instructed by the owner/manager (or assigned designee) in the purpose and use of the lockout procedure. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 12 Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by a qualified service person. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 13 • Slowly drive the vehicle on and off of the lift. Have some one outside the vehicle guide the driver. CAUTION NOTE !! LUBRICATE ALL CABLE SHEAVES, BEARINGS, AND SHAFTS WITH GREASE PRIOR TO OPERATING THE LIFT. LUBRICATE ALL ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 14: Operation Instructions

    • Ensure lift is fully lowered, and having another person guide you, carefully unload the lift by driving off of the lift runways. CAUTION PAY ATTENTION TO THE LOWERING SPEED OF ALL FOUR CORNERS. MAKE SURE PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 15 ALLOW ANYONE TO GO UNDER THE LIFT WHEN RAISING OR LOWERING. NOTE: It is normal for an empty lift to lower slowly - it may be necessary to add weight. Read and heed all WARNING, CAUTION and SAFETY INSTRUCTION labels on lift. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 16: Preventive Maintenance Schedule

    • Check snap rings at all rollers and sheaves. • Check bolts, nuts, and screws and tighten if needed. • Check wiring & switches for damage. • Check floor for stress cracks near columns. • Check Lubrications on cable sheaves and shafts. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 17 Air hoses can be used to clean fittings and other components. However, the air supply must be filtered and dry to prevent contamination. Most important is cleanliness; Contamination is the most frequent cause of malfunction or failure of hydraulic equipment. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    1. Oil reservoir overfilled. Relieve all pressure and siphon out hydraulic fluid until at a proper level 2. Lift lowered too quickly while under a heavy load. Lower the lift slowly under heavy loads. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 19 1. Cross beam ends are rubbing the columns. Readjustment needed. 2. Cylinder too tight, load lift half capacity and cycle up and down a few times to break in. 3. May have excessive wear on cable sheaves or shafts. Replace them. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 20: Cable Inspection Guide

    Failure to keep lift free of corrosive agents and solvents will lead to reduced component service life, cable failure, etc., which could result in property damage and/or personal injury. 2. Fasteners: Check all the attaching bolts and nuts for tightness. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 21 That cables have no broken wires visible, reference Daily Inspection & Maintenance. b. That cables are free of severe corrosion and pitting, reference Daily Inspection & Maintenance. A light surface corrosion on exposed outer wires is normal. Penetrating PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 22 Check sheaves and replace if cracks are found. d. Check for ease of rotation. If sheaves do not turn freely, the sheave and sheave pin should be removed, inspected, lubricated, and reinstalled or replaced. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 23 1/32” (0.8 mm), the sheave and sheave pin (shaft) should be replaced, refer to figures above. 3. Hydraulic Cylinder Inspect the hydraulic cylinder mounting to the runway. Inspect cylinder and hydraulic hoses for leaks. Repair or replace as required. PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 24 2”, adjust locking latch bar to reach clearance of 2”. Repeat for the other three columns. g. Adjust locking latch bar adjusting nut so that the bottom of the topmost latch bar slot is PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 25 Latches may not click in at the same time when vehicle is being raised. They should be close. Be sure all four corners have passed the locking latch bar slot before lowering lift on locking latches PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 26: Illustrated Parts List

    PP8 Plus ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST GENERAL ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST – FIGURE #1 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 27 87 89 31 70 89 87 19 20 55 67 66 65 68 31 31 64 CROSSBEAM ASSEMBLY – FIGURE # 2 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 28 RUNWAY & COMPONENTS – FIGURE # 3 HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS – FIGURE # 4 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 29 SAFETY LATCH & LINKAGE COMPONENTS – FIGURE # 5 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 30 41 41 CYLINDER & CABLE COMPONENTS – FIGURE # 6 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 31 DP8-3100 Runway Weldment ,Driving Side DP8-3200 Runway Weldment ,Slave Side H4D-5001 Car Stop Plates NH4D-3303 H4D-Y003 90 Degree Fitting DP8-2012 Cable Pulley B33-3/4"-16 Nylon Lock Nut 3/4"-16 B30-27×2 Nut M27×2 DP8-3004 Cable Pulley Pin PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 32 Cable Pulley Shaft DP8-3008 Spacer DP8-3107 Spacer DP8-4301 Long Rod DP8-4401 Short Rod DP8-4210 Joy Stick B H4D-7000-03 Coupler DP8-4110 Joy Stick A B72-6 Bearing M6 B33-6 Nylon Lock Nut M6 B30-6 Nut M6 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...
  • Page 33 Caster Kit - Hairpin Clip B30-10 Hex Nut - M10 B40-10 Lock Washer - Ø10 B41-10 Flat Washer - Ø10 B10-10×35 Hex Bolt - M10×35 DP7PNBKD-DT Drip Tray H4D-6000 Jack Tray / Tool Box PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

  • Page 34: Warranty Policy

    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. Rev 01/08/2008 PP8 Plus IN50001 Rev. C 04/30/2008...

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