Electro-hydraulic/utv lift bench with retractable ramp, capacity 2,200lbs (23 pages)
Summary of Contents for IDEAL FP14KC-X
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FP14KC-X Four Post Closed Front Commercial Vehicle Lift 14,000 lb. Capacity Installation & Operation Manual IMPORTANT!! 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.
Drain hydraulic oil from power unit. (Per local codes, depose of used oil responsibly.) c. Lubricate moving parts with grease. Training: · Lift operators must be qualified & trained for safe use & operation of lift as described in Manual. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
The iDEAL FP14KC-X 14,000 lb. Four Post Commercial Service Lift is a high-performance closed front, cable pull vehicle lift designed for Cars, SUVs, Vans & Trucks. The FP14KC-X Service Lift includes the latest in design & safety features including, narrow & wide runway mount positions, extended rise height for greater undercarriage vehicle access, concealed hydraulic / mechanical cable lift system with slack cable safety devices and durable pulley &...
Stand to the side of bands when cutting, while using gloves & safety glasses. Moving Lift Components: Recommend moving larger lift components to the garage or service bay with the forklift, dolly and/or engine hoist. Smaller pieces can typically be moved by one or two people. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
It is necessary to leave adequate clearance around the lift’s outer perimeter for safety. Suggested clearance to be 3 ft. (1 meter) minimally. Operating Conditions: Lift is not intended for outdoor use and has an operating ambient temperature range of 41º - 104ºF (5º - 40ºC). FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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Clean hole. Run nut down just Tighten nut with carbide tipped below impact section Torque wrench to masonry drill bit per of bolt. Drive anchor 130 ft.-lbs. ANSI standard into hole until nut and B94.12.1977 washer contacts base. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
Fig 3. Ensure to determine drive-on approach direction, along with centering lift to bay door. 4) Double check all dimensions and make sure that the lift layout is perfectly square. Ensure diagonal measurements are within 1/4” to the inside of each post base plates. Fig 3. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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Fig. 5 4) With the front & rear crossbeams openings aligned with the cable sheaves at each end of the main side runway ends, carefully raise the cross beams to gain access to the underside of each end. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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6) Slide the cables from the ends of power-side runway and route the cables though the crossbeams referring to the routing diagram in Fig 7. FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW FRONT REAR Fig 7 CAUTION! Ensure the Cables are not twisted during routing and routed on the correct pulleys in Runways. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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9) Bolt the rear of runways onto the rear crossbeam by aligning the holes in the top of rear crossbeams tube, secure using four M12 x 30mm hex flange bolts. NOTE: The Offside Side Runway can be mounted to the Crossbeams in two positions for either narrow or standard width configurations. Standard width is highly recommended. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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Racks. Raise the Latch Rack above the Nylon Sliders to insert the Latch Rack into the Nylon Slider’s slots, shown in Figs 12 & 13. Repeat for each Post & Crossbeam end. Latch Rack Raise Latch Rack Latch to insert into the Rack Nylon Sliders. Post Nylon Slider Crossbeam Fig. 12 Fig. 13 FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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9) Secure the Latch Racks to the back of each Post, using the M8 x 12mm Screw & Flat Washer, shown in Fig 17. Latch Rack Cable Guide (Underside) M6 x 12mm M8 x 12mm Screw & Lock Screw & Flat Washer Washer Fig. 16 Fig. 17 FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
6) With the shims and anchor bolts in place, tighten by securing the nut to the base then turning 2-3 full turns clockwise. Torque anchors to 130 ft-lbs. NOTE: DO NOT use an Impact Wrench to tighten!! FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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Fig. 22 4) Remove Breather / Fill Cap to add Hydraulic Oil (SAE-10, AW 32) to Power Unit Reservoir Tank, Add to Min. fill line on Drip Stick, approx.13 to 14 quarts, Fig. 22. Do Not Use ATF!! FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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6) Route Hydraulic Hose extending from Flex Tubing under the Control Bracket & up to the ‘angled back’ 90 degree Power Unit Fitting to connect, Fig 26. Ensure not to overtighten JIC Fitting connections. Corrugated Control Flex Tubing & Bracket Hyd. Hose HP Power Unit Fitting Port Hydraulic Hose Fig. 25 Fig. 26 FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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‘Inlet’ Air Valve ‘Push’ D6 Airline to (Push Button) Fitting Air Valve Air Valve Airline ‘Quick Disconnect’ ‘Inlet’ Air Fitting Port ‘Outlet’ Port Push ‘Outlet’ Sleeve D6 Airline to T Fitting Fig. 27-A Fig. 27-B Fig. 28 FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
OPERATION NOTE: To Lower Lift press the Manual Release Lever to release hydraulic pressure, while at the same time pressing the ‘Red’ Button on the Air Fig 30 Valve to release latches allowing lift to lower without engaging Latch Racks, FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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6) Raise lift as high as it will travel (full height). You should hear the locking latches ‘click’ through all 18ea latch slots simultaneously or very close to each other. 7) Lower lift onto the top latch position. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
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· Check that all four latches are engaging the latch racks at the same time. · Check for proper oil level in reservoir tank when lift is fully lowered. · Check for any strange noises during lifting and lowering. The Lift Installation is now Complete. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
WARNING!! Motors and all electrical components are not sealed against the weather and moisture. Install this lift in a protected indoor location. Failure by the owner to provide the recommended shelter could result in unsatisfactory lift performance, property damage, or personal injury. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
If one corner or corners do not properly lower, stop the lowering the operation immediately. Adjustments to Latch Rack and/or Lift Cables may be required, noted in Step 9. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
1. Cross beam ends are rubbing the columns……..(Re-adjustment needed.) 2. Cylinder too tight……..(load lift half capacity and cycle up and down a few times to break in seals.) 3. Possible excessive wear to cable sheaves and shafts…..(Replace as required.) FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
Step 3 – Push the START button for one second, then release for three seconds. Repeat these steps until unit starts pumping fluid. Step 4 – Tighten the check valve plug. YOUR POWER UNIT SHOULD NOW BE PRIMED & READY TO GO! FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
Ø Check for excessive wear of cables. Replace, if necessary. Ø Change the hydraulic fluid, as operating temperature, type of service, contamination levels, filtration, and chemical composition of fluid should be considered. If operating in dusty environment shorter interval may be required. FP14KC-X JAN 2023...
Limited One-Year Warranty: Tuxedo Distributors, LLC (iDEAL) offers a limited one-year warranty to the original purchaser of Lifts and Wheel Service equipment in the United States and Canada. Tuxedo will replace, without charge, any part found defective in materials or workmanship under normal use, for a period of one year after purchase.