IMPORTANT NOTES READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE LIFT. · Do not install this lift on any surface other than concrete, conforming to minimum specifications. · Do not install this lift over expansion joints or cracks. Check with building architect. ·...
PREPARATION The installation of this lift is relatively simple and can be accomplished by 2 men in a few hours. The following tools and equipment are needed: · 12 quarts of Non-Detergent / Non-Foaming Hydraulic Oil - SAE-10, AW 32 or equivalent ·...
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.
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Fig. 3 (Swing Arm & Column Layout) (134-5/8”) Fig. 4 (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...
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3. DEFECTIVE CONCRETE: Visually inspect the site where the lifts will be installed and check for cracked or defective concrete. (Details on Page 4) 4. FLOOR REQUIREMENTS: The lift should be installed on a 3000 PSI concrete with minimum of 4-1/4” thickness.
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STEP 4: (Installing MAIN COLUMN w/ Power Unit Bracket) 1. Before proceeding, double check measurements and make certain that the bases of each column are square and aligned with the chalk line. 2. Assemble the uprights to the columns. Raise the columns to a vertical position. (See Fig. 6) Fig.
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1. Raise OFFSIDE column and position at the designated chalk locations, ensuring the Column ‘upright’ Extension is pre-installed to the top of the OFFSIDE column. 2. Using bolts provided, construct the 2 piece Overhead Beam into a one (Fig. 8). 3.
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STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES) 1. Raise and lock each carriage on the first safety latch engagement, approximately 30” high. 2. Make sure that the safety locks on each column are fully engaged before attempting to route equalizer cables. 3.
STEP 9: (Installing Swing Arms & Arm Restraints) 1. Install the swing arms on the carriages using the included 1-1/2” swing arm pins. Note: (Asymmetric Lifts – the short, asymmetric swing arms are designed for front vehicle placement, with the long, asymmetric arms for rear vehicle placement.
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STEP 10: (Electrical Connection to POWER UNIT & OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH) 1. Have a certified electrician make the electrical connection to the power unit. Use a separate circuit for each power unit, as shown below in (Fig. 14). Fig. 14 IMPORTANT! The wiring must comply with local code.
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STEP 11: (Checking Operation) See next page for detailed Operation Instructions: Safety Latch 1. Do not place any vehicle on the lift at this time. Cycle the lift up ‘Cable Pull’ Release and down several times to ensure carriage latches click together and all air is removed from the hydraulic system.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS RAISE LIFT 1. Read operating and safety manuals before using lift. 2. Always lift a vehicle according to the manufacturers recommended lifting points 3. Position vehicle between columns, as equally as possible. 4. Adjust swing arms so that the vehicle is positioned with the center of gravity midway between pads. 5.
SAFETY PROCEDURES · Never allow unauthorized persons to operate lift. Thoroughly train new employees in the operation and care of the lift. · Caution: the power unit operates at high pressure. · Remove passengers before raising vehicle. · Prohibit unauthorized persons from being in shop area while lift is in use. ·...
WARNING!! OSHA AND ANSI REQUIRE USERS TO INSPECT LIFTING EQUIPMENT AT THE START OF EVERY SHIFT. THESE AND OTHER PERIODIC INSPECTIONS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER. DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECK (8 HOURS) The user should perform Daily check. Daily check of the safety latch system is very important to prevent expensive property damage, lost production time, serious personal injury and even death.
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Only trained maintenance experts should perform lift service for the following items. · Replace hydraulic hoses · Replace chains and rollers. · Replace cables and sheaves. · Replace or rebuild air and hydraulic cylinders as required. · Replace or rebuild pumps / motors as required. ·...
TROUBLE SHOOTING Motor does not run: Breaker or fuse blown Faulty wiring connections. Call electrician. Defective up button. Call electrician for checking. Defective Capacitor. Call electrician for checking. Motor runs but will not raise: A. Oil level too low. Oil level should be just under the vent cap port when the lift is down!!! B.
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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