rtd RTD9KFCX Installation/Operation Instruction Manual

rtd RTD9KFCX Installation/Operation Instruction Manual

Two-post floor plate lift symmetric 9,000 lbs. capacity 2,250 lbs. max per arm

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RTD9KFCX
Two-Post Floor Plate Lift
(Symmetric)
9,000 lbs. Capacity
(2,250 lbs. Max per Arm)
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Sep 2020-A

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  • Page 1 RTD9KFCX Two-Post Floor Plate Lift (Symmetric) 9,000 lbs. Capacity (2,250 lbs. Max per Arm) INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 2: Important Notes

    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. ·...
  • Page 3: General Information

    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 ·...
  • Page 4 4 TP9KFX Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    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.
  • Page 6 Fig. 3 (TP9KFX - Symmetric Lift) CAUTION! DO NOT SET ANCHOR BOLTS IN THE CONCRETE BASED ON THESE BOLT SPACING DIMENSIONS. ALWAYS DRILL AND ANCHOR USING YOUR ACTUAL LIFT AS THE GUIDE. (134-5/8”) Fig. 4 (Column / Floor Layout) 6 TP9KFX Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 7 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.) 3. DEFECTIVE CONCRETE: Visually inspect the site where the lifts will be installed and check for cracked or defective concrete.
  • Page 8 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. Ensure Top Cap is pre-installed to the top of the Main column. Raise the column to a vertical position. 3.
  • Page 9 STEP 5: (Installing OFFSIDE COLUMN & DRIVE-OVER FLOOR PLATE) Cont. 4. Using a tape measure, ensure the diagonal distance between the opposite corners of the base plates on the columns are within equal dimensions (+/-) 1/4” to ensure the lifting arms will be in square. 5.
  • Page 10 STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES) Cont. Cable Routing Diagram Fig. 13 5. Repeat above for the second cable. 6. Adjust each equalizer cable to approximately 1/2” side-to-side play. Ensure that each cable has equal tension. Check the carriage height to ensure both carriages are sitting on the same latch. 10...
  • Page 11 STEP 8: (Installing / Routing HYDRAULIC HOSES, HYDRAULIC FITTINGS & HOSE COVERS) 1. Install & connect hydraulic hoses, fittings and hose covers, as shown below in (Figs. 14-16) along with the Exploded View #2 diagram on page 22. NOTE: It is necessary to have hose routed through Hose Covers (Fig. 16), along with ensuring the hydraulic 90 degree Fitting’s threads are fully tightened against the outside of Main column, as shown in (Fig.
  • Page 12: Safety Notice

    STEP 9: (Installing Swing Arms, Floor Plate & Arm Restraints) Cont. 3. Install Arm Restraint mechanisms to each swing arm, as detailed below (Fig. 17). 4. Check for proper engagement for the arm restraints as the gear rack should fully engage the gear on the arm.
  • Page 13 STEP 10: (Electrical Connection to POWER UNIT) 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 (Figs. 18 & 19). Fig. 18 IMPORTANT! The wiring must comply with local code. Protect each circuit with time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
  • Page 14 STEP 11: (Checking Operation) See next page for detailed Operation Instructions: Safety Latch ‘Cable Pull’ 1. Do not place any vehicle on the lift at this time. Cycle the lift up Release and down several times to ensure carriage latches click together and all air is removed from the hydraulic system.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16: Safety Procedures

    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. ·...
  • Page 17: Responsibility Of The User

    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.
  • Page 18 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. ·...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 20 POWER UNIT PRIMING WARNING!! Failure to properly relieve pressure in the following steps can cause injury to personnel. 20 TP9KFX Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 21: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW #1 21 TP9KFX Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW #2 22 TP9KFX Sep 2020-A...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM Tux P/N M-Ref P/N DESCRIPTION TP9KFX-001 TT-6934-100-00AKY Mainside Column TP9KFX-001.1 TT-6835-100-02NEW Hose Cover TP9KFX-001.2 TT-6835-100-03 Cable Nut TP9KFX-001.3 Anchor Bolt, 3/4” x 5-1/2” TP9KFX-002 TT-6934-100-00BKY Offside Column TP9KFX-003 TT-6934-100-13-00 Top Plate (9KFX) TP9KFX-004 GB5781-86 M10×35 Bolt, M10x35 TP9KFX-005 GB97.2-85 D10 Washer, D10...
  • Page 24 TP9KFX-034 TPF4-300-02 Spring TP9KFX-035 TPF4-300-00 Lock Latch TP9KFX-036 GB97.2-85 D20 Washer, D20 TP9KFX-037 GB818-200 M6X30 Screw, M6x30 TP9KFX-038 TPF4-300-09 Spring TP9KFX-039 QIUBIN Pull Knob, Arm Restraint, M10 TP9KFX-040 GB93-87 D10 Washer, D10 TP9KFX-041 GB6170-2000 M10 Nut, M10 TP9KFX-042 TPF4A-200-11-04 Gear Bar, Arm Restraint TP9KFX-043 TPF4-200-11-05 Plate, Arm Restraint...
  • Page 25: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Structural Warranty: The following parts and structural components carry a five year warranty: Columns Arms Uprights Swivel Pins Legs Carriages Overhead Beam Tracks Cross Rails Top Rail Beam Limited One-Year Warranty: Tuxedo Distributors, LLC offers a limited one-year warranty to the original purchaser of Lifts and Wheel Service equipment in the United States and Canada.

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