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Original DIRECT-DRIVE TWO POST LIFT Model: A255C △ DANGER Read the entire contents of this manual before using this product. Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions could result in serious Cargo Claims injury or even death. Make sure all other If there is any missing or damaged operators also read this manual.
CONTENTS PROFILE ..................1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........3 I. PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS ........5 II. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENT ............. 7 III. INSTALLATION STEPS ............... 9 IV. EXPLODED VIEW ..............39 V. TEST RUN ................46 VI. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ............. 48 VII. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............49 VIII.
PROFILE The two post lift is a commonly used vehicle repair and maintenance tool that uses a pneumatic hydraulic or electric system that can lift the car up to a certain height so that the vehicle can be placed in a suitable position for inspection and repair. Car lifts can be divided into pneumatic and electric, which have the characteristics of safe and reliable, simple structure and quick installation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In order to properly maintain your product and ensure operator safety, it is the responsibility of the product owner to read and follow these instructions! 1. Ensure product installation complies with all applicable local regulations and rules, such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations and electrical codes.
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disconnect the power supply before any circuit repair. Unplug in case the power supply is accidentally switched on during maintenance. 15. Warning! There is a risk of explosion. There are parts in the equipment that produce arc light and spark. Do not operate near flammable gas. This machine should not be placed in the lounge or basement.
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Arm Swings View Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Car in △ CAUTION When driving the vehicle, stay in the middle between the columns. If you hit any part of the lift, you could damage the car or lift.
II. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENT A. TOOLS REQUIRED Rotary Hammer Drill (Φ19) Carpenter’s Chalk Hammer Screw Sets Level Bar Tape Measure (7.5m) English Spanner (12") Pliers Lock Wrench Wrench set # # # # #...
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B. Equipment storage and installation requirements. 1.Store the equipment in a dry, non-moldy, non-flammable environment. 2.The lift is only approved for indoor installation and use, and outdoor installation is prohibited. 3.When installing the device, take safety precautions according to the instructions to avoid device damage.
Concrete intensity must be 245kg/cm² Fig. 7 E. POWER SUPPLY 1.You are required to use a licensed and qualified electrician for the installation process. 2.The power supply capacity must be more than 3kw, with a cord larger than 2.5mm , and must be properly grounded.
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Installation ceiling height requirement: larger than 4420mm 1500mm 3000mm 1500mm Car-in direction Fig. 8 △ CAUTION Installing the lift on a surface with slopes more than 3° could lead to injury or even death. This lift is designed for installation on a flat and level surface only. (Defined as no more than 10mm difference over the installation area).
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C. Check the parts before assembly. (See Fig. 10) 1. Whole set of one unit (Packaged lift and hydraulic power unit). Fig. 10 2. Move the lift aside with a fork lift or hoist, open the package and check the parts according the shipment list.
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4. Lift the upper column with a fork lift or hoist, loose the upper bolts of the package bracket, then take out the parts inside the column. (See Fig. 13) Fig. 13 5. Lift the lower column with a fork lift or hoist, take off the package bracket, then take out the parts inside the column.
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7. Check the parts of the parts bag 1,2,3 according to parts bag list. (See Fig. 17) Parts bag (1) Parts bag (2) Parts bag (3) Fig. 17 D. Install parts of outer columns. (See Fig. 18) bolt (M6*20), flat washer, lock washer, hex nut...
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E. Confirm the installation location and install hydraulic cylinder The two columns are placed upside down on the ground of the installation site, and the installation position of the power-side column is determined according to the condition of the installation site. Generally, the power-side column is installed on the right side of the vehicle entering direction.
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F. Install outer columns The lift is designed with three height settings, choose high setting, medium setting or low setting on your workshop. The high setting is suitable for workshops with a height of over 5020mm; The medium setting is suitable for workshops with a height between 4725-5020mm; The low setting is suitable for workshops with a height between 4420-4725mm;...
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G. Install anchor bolts. Position the columns on the installation layout. Check the columns plumbness with level bar, and adjusting with the shims if the columns are not vertical. Do not tighten the anchor bolts yet. (See Fig.23) Width between columns:3137mm 52/53 Adjusting with...
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H. Install overhead top beam 1. Hang the hook of top beam(Left) on the outer column, and then align the holes and install the bolts. (See Fig. 24) Hook on the outer columns Hex bolt(M12*35) with dual flat washer, lock washer, hex nut Install the bolts but not tighten Fig.
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2. Hang the hook of top beam (Right) on the other outer column, and then bolted to top beam (Left). (See Fig. 25) Hex bolt(M12*35) with dual flat washer, lock washer, hex nut Tighten the anchor bolts with ratchet spanner with socket Torque of tighten the anchor bolts is 150 N.m Fig.25...
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I. Install control bar for limit switch (See Fig. 26) 1. Fix the the control bar on the top beam first. Off-side Power-side Fix the control bar support bracket with Hex bolt (M10*20), nut, lock washer, flat washer Control bar support bracket Hex bolt (M8*16mm) Control bar...
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3. Installing the cylinder limit switch Fix the cylinder limit switch on the mounting plate as shown. Put the limit switch wire into plastic bellows, then across the oil hose support plate which on the top of the column and along the outside of the column to connect the electric control box.
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J. Install safety device (See Fig. 30 & 31). Fig. 30 Power-side safety device 13 14 Fig. 31 Offside safety device △ DANGER Make sure the safety device are properly installed before using the lift.
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K. Install sync cables Raise both sides of carriages and lock them to the same level. 1. Sync cable connection of high setting installation 1.1 Remove the carriages plastic cover, sync cable across from the bottom of the carriages and pull it out from the hole of carriage, then tighten two cable nuts. (See Fig. 32) Tighten Cable connecting direction...
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1.2 Connecting sync cable for high setting. (See Fig. 33) High Setting: Align lower holes of outer columns with inner columns. Cable 2 Cable 1 Cable 1 Fig. 33...
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2. Sync cable connection of medium setting installation. (See Fig.34) Medium Setting: Align middle holes of outer columns with inner columns. Cable 2 Cable 1 Cable 2 Cable 1 Fig. 34...
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3. Sync cable connection of low setting installation. (See Fig. 35) Attention: the sync cable should be along inside of column. Setting: Align upper holes of outer columns with inner columns Cable 2 Cable 1 Cable 2 Fig. 35...
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L. Install power unit (See Fig. 36) Fig.36...
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Install oil hose of high, medium and low setting. 1. Oil hose installation of high setting.(Fig.37) hose wire across the Oil hose across the wire support plate clamp on top beam Connect power unit fitting and oil hose (Put the power unit oil hose into plastic bellows) Connect oil hose and cylinder Fig.37...
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2. Oil hose installation of medium setting.(Fig.38) Fig.38 3. Oil hose installation of low setting.(Fig.39) Fig.39...
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N. Install wire protective cover and sync cable limit plate.(See Fig.40) (No.:86 wire protective cover: Install 1pc for each column in low setting; install 2pcs for each column in medium setting; install 3pcs for each column in high setting) Socket bolt(M6*16) with flat washer, lock washer After installation of the...
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O. Install lock release cable Install lock release cable. Start from off-side safety device, then pass it through the top beam, finally connect to power-side safety device. (See Fig. 41) Lock release cable Lock release across outside of the cable goes small pulley bracket through small pulley bracket...
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P. Install safety device cover (See Fig. 42) Round head bolt(M6*8), flat washer Fig.42...
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Q. Install control box (See Fig. 43) Fig.43...
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R. Install electrical system 1. Connecting wire with control box (See Fig. Note: 1) Specification of wire of limit switch and hydraulic solenoid valve is 2*1 Wire cable for power source and motor are 4*2.5 2) Using white bobbin to wind around wire Motor wire Solenoid valve wire Connecting wire of...
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2. 380V Wire connection and circuit diagram 2.1 Wire connection diagram in the control box. (See Fig. 45) Earth Power wire Wire of hydraulic Wire of motor wire Wire of control Wire of cylinder solenoid valve bar limit switch limit switch Fig.
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2.3 380V Circuit diagram (See Fig. 47) Fig.47 3 Phase Circuit diagram component list For 380V Power Item Name Code Specification Item Name Code Specification SQ(1 Power Switch 380V AC Limit switch Breaker AC Contactor 24V AC Power indicator White(24V) Breaker lamp Breaker...
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3.2 220V Wire connection of hydraulic power unit (See Fig. 49) Motor wire (M1,M2) separately connected to two wires in the motor M1(Blue) M2(Brown) Earth Wire(Yellow Green) Fig. 49 3.3 220V Circuit diagram (See Fig. 50) Fig. 50 Circuit diagram component list For 220V Power Item Name Code...
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S. Install lifting arms 1. Install lifting arms according to the figure, then install spring on the arm pin, last install guard bar.(See Fig.51) Install with hex bolt(M8*16), lock washer, flat washer Fig.51 2. Lowing the carriages down to the lowest position, then use the 10 socket head wrench to loosen the socket bolt (See Fig.
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△ WARNING Each arm restraint assembly must be inspected and adjusted before you use the Lift each and every time. Do not operate the Lift if any of the four arm restraint systems are not functioning properly. Replace any broken components or components with broken teeth with authorized replacement parts only.
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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL A255C Item Part No Description 11217458-02 Power-side column 81523041 Power unit (220V) 1 or 1 81523004 Power unit (380V) Hex bolt M8*25 (Include flat washer, lock washer, hex 1002735003 nut) 11217405 Power-side safety device cover 1002735004...
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Item Part No Description 10203054 Rubber pad assy. 1002735012 Hex bolt M8*16/(Include flat washer, lock washer) 11206154 Rear toe guard 10206156 Tool tray 11203778-01 Wire Protective cover L=1560mm 10206079 Round Head Bolt M6*40 1102781001 Wire Protective cover L=304mm 10217478-01 Wire Protective cover L=2230mm Straight Fitting 1/4JIC(M)*1/4JIC(M)(Medium &...
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1. Lifting Arm Exploded View (10217327-01) Fig. 56 Item Part# Description Qty. Socket bolt (M12*48), flat washer, lock 1102205004 washer 1102163001 Moon gear 11217834 Outer arm 11217337 Middle arm 10201149 Flat head screw M8*12 11217336-01 Inner arm...
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2. Cylinders Exploded View (10217056A) Fig. 57 Item Part# Description Qty. Note 10209069 O-Ring 10209070 Bleeding Plug 10217071 Support Ring 10217072 Y-Ring 10217073 O-Ring 11217074 Piston 10217075 O-Ring 11217089 Piston rod 11217077 Piston rod fitting 10217078 Dust ring 11217079A Head cap 10217080A O-Ring 11217090...
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Exploded View 3. Control box Control box: 10206220(Single Phase) 10206123(Three Phase) Fig.58 Control box part list: Part no Name 119-1 10420069A Control panel 119-2 10201094 Indicate light (24V white) 119-3 10420071 UP button 119-4 10420072 DOWN button 119-5 10420139 Screw for control box 119-6 41010217 Power switch (QS)
4. Illustration of hydraulic valve for hydraulic power unit (See Fig. 59) Relief valve Oil return port Throttle valve Oil Outlet port Electric solenoid valve Oil Outlet port Check valve Fig. 59 V. TEST RUN 1. Adjustment of sync cable (See Fig. 60) Use an open spanner to clamp the cable joint, and use a ratchet wrench to tighten the cable nut until the two sync cables are adjusted to a certain tension force and are consistent.
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4. Adjust the lowering speed If necessary, you can adjust the lower speed of the lift by turning the throttle valve clockwise to decrease it, or counterclockwise to increase the lower speed. Throttle Valve Throttle Valve Counterclockwise to increase lowering speed Clockwise to decrease the lowering speed Fig.
VI. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Please read the safety tips carefully before operating the lift To lift vehicle 1. Keep operation site clean; 2. Lower the lifting arm to the shortest position; 3. Retract the lifting arm to the shortest position; 4. Open lifting arms out to the sides; 5.
VII. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Monthly: 1. Tighten the anchor bolts with to 150 Nm torque force; 2. Check all fittings, bolts and pins to ensure proper connections; 3. Lubricate cable and slider with lubricant; 4. Make a visual inspection of all oil hoses/lines for possible wear or leakage; 5.
VIII.TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Start button does not work 1. Replace Start button 2. Wiring connections are not in good 2.Repair all wiring connections Motor does not condition 3. Motor burned out 3. Repair or replace motor 4. AC contactor in damage 4.
IX. CAR LIFT SAFETY TIPS Put these safety tips in a place where you can always alert the operator. Please reference to the lift manufacturer’s manual for specific information about the lift. 1. Check the lift daily. If the machine breaks down or has damaged parts, do not operate, and use the parts of original equipment to repair.
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