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- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL Front Mount ODELS 4000 FM 6000 FM HydroHoist Boat Lifts ® HydroHoist International, Inc. P.O. Box 1286 Claremore, OK USA 74018 1-800-825-3379 ™ Pub. 4/1/00...
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Page 2: Safety Notice
SYSTEM AN AC GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) DEVICE WHICH IS TO BE USED IN SERIES WITH THE USER’S PRIMARY AC POWER SOURCE. THE GFCI IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE HYDROHOIST BOAT LIFT AND IS DESIGNED TO OFFER A LIMITED MEASURE OF PROTECTION TO THE USER AGAINST HAZARDOUS ELECTRICAL CONDITIONS OR SHOCKS SHOULD THEY OCCUR. - Page 3 HydroHoist International, Inc. Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 CONTENTS Getting Started - Section 1 Site Preparation - Section 2 Assembly - Section 3 Installation - Section 4 Final Adjustments - Section 5 Trouble Shooting - Section 6 Parts List - Section 7...
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Page 4: Getting Started
Getting Started HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 1 Pg. 1 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Getting Started Assembly Platform Assembly should be done on a flat, level surface. A flat-bed trailer is preferred, but a boat trailer with planks across the frame will work, provided... -
Page 5: Site Preparation
Confirm that there is sufficient dock structure for the Dock Brackets. ♦ The HydroHoist 4000FM requires a minimum of 7 feet, the 6000FM requires a minimum of 7 feet 9 inches of water depth in which to operate. Confirm that there is sufficient water depth at all times of the year. - Page 6 Assembly Instructions Description The assembly instructions presented within this section represent the steps for assembling the Model 4000FM & 6000FM HydroHoist Boat Lift. It is recommended that before assembling the components, you read and understand each procedural step to become familiar with how all parts are assembled.
- Page 8 Assembly HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 3 Pg. 3 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Tank Band Location IMPORTANT - 1)Tank Bands [10] are difficult to reposition after contact with Tar Strip. Figs. A,B & C 2)Improperly installed Tank Bands will prevent further hoist assembly.
- Page 9 Assembly HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 3 Pg. 4 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Temporarily place Upper Tank Bands [10] in position at the Location Marks on the Tank Band Tanks. Note: Open side (inside angle) of the Tank Band angle is to the front of the Alignment Tanks.
- Page 10 Assembly HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 3 Pg. 5 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Temporarily move Tank Bands [10] slightly to the center of the tanks, to allow Tank Band Assembly application of Tar Strips. Fig. E Tar Strips: a)Tar Strips bond the Upper Tank Bands [10] to the Tanks [1] and prevent the Tanks from moving within the Bands.
- Page 11 Assembly HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 3 Pg. 6 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Attach front and rear Cross Channel [11] to Upper Tank Bands [10]. Channel Assembly Note: Position Cross Channel [11] with flanges of Channel to rear of hoist, and flat Fig.
- Page 12 Assembly HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 3 Pg. 7 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Under the Frame Sections [12 & 14] suspend by rope or chain, a 2x4 x 8 foot board as Frame Weldment shown in Fig. G Assembly Fig.
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Page 13: Front Bumper
Figs. A & H optional. FM 6000 - the center Cross Channel [11] is mandatory. Attach Mooring Pipe Clamp [18] to Cross Channel [11]. Fasteners: (4 ea.) 1/2” x 1- 1/2” bolt, nut & lockwasher. Tighten these bolts at this time. -
Page 14: Hose Assembly
Weldment Assembly [22] - the flotation must be sufficient to prevent the hoist from tipping forward when launched and towed. Note: The FM 6000 does not require additional flotation, but flotation may be used to stabilize the hoist in difficult towing environments. - Page 15 I n s t a l l a t i o n Installation Installation HydroHoist International, Inc. HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec.4 Pg. 1 Sec.4 Pg. 1 Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Publication: 1/1/00 Publication: 4/1/00...
- Page 16 Installation HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec.4 Pg. 2 Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Attach Pivot Connecting Bracket [7], with the pivot hole 10 inches above the water Front Mooring line, to Vertical Angle [32] . Fasteners per Bracket: (2 ea.) 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolt, nut &...
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Page 17: Final Adjustments
WIND OR WATER destructive conditions exist, it is recommended that mooring CONDITIONS lines be secured from dock structure to bow and stern of craft to offer an additional measure of protection to the HydroHoist Mooring Apparatus and craft. End of Section 5... - Page 18 Installation HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec.4 Pg. 3 Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Assemble Mooring Collar Assembly [20] to Side Dock Bracket [8]. Fasteners: (2 ea.) Side Mooring 3/8" x 4-1/2" Bolt, Nut and Lockwasher. Note: The Collar Assembly may be...
- Page 19 Installation HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec.4 Pg. 4 Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Rotate the Control Unit Handle to the Lift/Launch position. Note: It may be Lowering the Hoist necessary to turn blower on for three or four seconds to purge any water trapped in the air hoses;...
- Page 20 Installation HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec.4 Pg. 5 Model: 4000FM & 6000 FM Publication: 4/1/00 Step Procedure Hold the front of the boat centered over the hoist, pushing the boat to stern gently Lifting the Boat until the Guide Ropes are taut. The Guide Ropes center the boat's stern over the hoist, and keep the transom aligned over the Hull Support Pads.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
Trouble Shooting HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 6 Pg. 1 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Trouble Shooting Hoist will not completely lift boat from water or stern remains low. CONDITION: Boat loaded too far to rear. CAUSE: Water or equipment in boat creating additional weight. -
Page 22: Parts List
Parts List HydroHoist International, Inc. Sec. 7 Pg. 1 Model: 4000FM & 6000FM Publication: 4/1/00 Parts List 4000 FM 6000 FM Reference Part Description 5010200 TANK ASSY 24" X 16' A 5017300 TANK ASSY 24" X 12' A 5025600 HULL SUPPORT ASSY 14' 4440045 11' HULL PAD ASSY (FRONT MOUNT) 3031700 BRACE 25-3/4"... - Page 23 ™...
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