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DIRECT-DRIVE TWO POST LIFT Model: OHX-10 OHX-10H △ 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 ................9 III. INSTALLATION STEPS ................... 12 IV. EXPLODED VIEW ...................... 40 V. TEST RUN ........................48 VI. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ................50 VII.
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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placed in the lounge or basement. 16. Maintain with care. Keep the machine clean for better and safer operation. Perform proper lubrication and maintenance procedures according to the manual. Keep handles or buttons clean, dry, and free of oil. 17. Stay alert. Use common sense to observe what you are doing and stay alert. 18.
I. PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Model: OHX-10 · Direct-drive design, minimize the lift wear parts and breakdown ratio; · Dual hydraulic cylinders are designed and manufactured according to high standard, utilizing imported seals; · Self- lubricating UHMW Polyethylene sliders and bronze bush;...
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Model OHX-10H · Direct-drive design, minimize the lift wear parts and breakdown ratio; · Dual hydraulic cylinders are designed and manufactured according to high standard, utilizing imported seals; · Self- lubricating UHMW Polyethylene sliders and bronze bush; · Single-point safety release with dual safety design; .
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Arm Swings View 99-13/16” / 105 11/16” 15/16"-140 7/8” Car in direction...
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Fig. 3 Fig. 3 Important note Follow the instructions to ensure proper installation or operation of your lift. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious body injuries and not not under warranty. The manufacturer is not liable for any form of loss or damage caused directly or indirectly by incorrect installation or operation of this product.
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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.
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Concrete must be 3,000psi minimum Fig. 7 POWER SUPPLY 1. You are required to use a licensed and qualified electrician for the installation process. 2. The power supply requires 220VAC, with a cord larger than 12AWG, and must be properly grounded. △...
4. Floor: Install lift only on flat concrete floor. Do not install on asphalt or any other surface. Installation ceiling height requirement: OHX-10›144” OHX-10H›157” Fig. 8 △ CAUTION Installing the lift on a surface with slopes more than 3° could lead to injury or even death.
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B. Use a carpenter’s chalk line to establish installation layout of base-plate (See Fig.9). Click a line Fig. 9 C. Check the parts before assembly. 1. Packaged lift and hydraulic power unit ( See Fig. 10). Fig. 10 2. Move aside the lift with fork lift or hoist, open the package, take out the parts above/in upper outer column, check the parts according to the shipment parts list (See Fig.11).
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5. Open the parts bag 1 and check the parts according to parts box list (See Fig. 14). Parts Bag 1 Fig. 14 6. Open the Parts Bag 2 of parts and check the parts according to parts bag list (See Fig. & 16). Fig. 15 Parts Bag 2 OHX-10 Accessories...
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Parts Bag 2 Fig. 16 OHX-10H Accessories D. Place the two columns in parallel on the ground of installation position, and determine the installation position of the power side column according to the condition of the installation site. Under normal circumstances, the power side column is installed on the right side of the entering direction;...
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E. Install the cylinder and connect the oil hose to the cylinder. Install cylinder fitting After installation Fig.18 and oil hose Install column parts. 1. OHX-10 installation of column parts Fig.19 & 20. A View B View Off side column Power side column Fig. 19 Fig.
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2. OHX-10H installation of outer column parts. Fig. 21 A Magnified view Off side outer column Fig.21 Power side outer column...
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2.1 Place the two columns in parallel on the ground of the installation position, and determine the installation position of the power-side column according to the condition of the installation site. Under normal circumstances, the power side column is installed on the right side of the entering direction;...
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(See Fig. 23) G. Column plumbness adjustment. 1. OHX-10 Erect the columns on installation layout of base plate, install the anchor bolts. Check the columns plumpness with level bar, and adjust with shims if the columns are not vertical. Do not tighten anchor bolts yet.
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2. OHX-10H Erect the columns on installation layout of base plate, install the anchor bolts. Check the columns plumpness with level bar, and adjust with shims if the columns are not vertical. Do not tighten anchor bolts yet. (See Fig. 24) Width: 112-1/4”...
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H. Install top beam (See Fig. 25) 1. Hang the hook of top beam(with limit switch) on the power side outer column, then align the holes and install the bolts. Install the top beam(with limit switch) to the power side column Fig.25...
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After install the other top beam on off side outer column, bolt both top beams and tighten all the bolts. (See Fig. 26) Only OHX-10H Only select this group of holes when installing with the width extension kit. Select this group of holes to install top beams.
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I. Install the limit switch control bar (See Fig. 27). Install the limit switch control bar to the support brackets as shown below Off side Power side Loosen the bolt slightly, adjust the distance between the two control bar support bracket till the control bar can rolls smoothly, then tighten the bolts.
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J. Install cables. Raise up the carriages and lock at the same level of safety lock. 1. OHX-10 cable connection. Pass the cable from the bottom of the carriage to the carriage window, then screw up the 2 cable nuts together.
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2. OHX-10H cable connection. 2.1 OHX-10H cable connection of high setting(see fig 29). Pass the cable from the bottom of the carriage to the carriage window, then screw up the 2 cable nuts together. High setting Screw two cable nuts Fig.
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2.2 OHX-10H cable connection of low setting (See Fig. 30). Note: pass the cable through the inside of carriage. (Low setting) Fig.30...
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K. Install oil hose assy, tighten all oil hose fittings. 1. OHX-10 oil-line connecting diagram(See Fig.31) A Magnified view Fig.31...
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2. OHX-10H oil-line connecting diagram (See Fig. 32). 84、85 only used for high setting, not required for low setting. A Magnified view Fig.32...
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3. Follow below steps to connect power unit oil hoses. (See Fig. 33) Left outlet port Right outlet port Socket plug Disassemble the socket plug. Assemble 90 fitting of power unit, and connecting the oil hose. Red Plug Disassemble left plastic red plug. Assemble the socket plug by Step A to this left oil outlet port.
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L. Lock release cable connecting diagram (See Fig. 34) Wearing wire cable A side B side Fig.34...
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Note: Don’t cross the oil hose and lock release cable (See Fig. 35, 36 & 37). Safety Cable Oil hose Power side Off side Fig. 35 Fig. 36 Lock release cable Oil hose across outside of wire clamp Wire cable for limit switch Fig.37 M.
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Engagement of moon gear and arm lock: Lower the carriages down to the lowest position, use socket head wrench to loosen the socket bolt follow the arrow direction to adjust the moon (See Fig. 39), gear ; tighten the bolts after the moon gear and arm lock are engaged (See Fig.
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2. Connecting limit switch wire: remove the short wire connecting terminal 4# of control button and A2 of AC contactor firstly (See Fig.44), then according to the wire number of the limit switch, connect them respectively to terminal 4# of control button and A2# of AC contactor.
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△ DANGER All wiring must be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician. Do not perform any maintenance or installation of the lift without first ensuring that the main power supply has been disconnected from the lift and that it cannot be re-energized until all procedures have been completed.
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2.2 OHX-10 sync cables connection Pass the cable from the bottom of the carriage to the carriage window, then screw up the 2 cable nuts together. (See Fig. 48). Screw the two cable nuts Fig.48 Optional parts list OHX-10 Item...
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3.2 OHX-10H sync cable assy. connection for low setting. (Fig. 50) Note: pass the cable through the inside of carriage. Low setting Fig.50...
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3.3 OHX-10H sync cable assy. connection for high setting (Fig. 51). Pass the cable from the bottom of the carriage to the carriage window, then screw up the 2 cable nuts together. Screw the two cable nuts Fig.51 Optional parts list OHX-10H Item Part#...
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4.1 Rear arm assy. (10279011) exploded view Fig.54 Item Part# Description QTY. 10206048 Socket bolt M10*30 10209039 Lock washer φ10 10209022 Flat washer φ10 11206049 Moon gear 11206192 Outer arm 10201149 Round head bolt M8*12 11206193 Inner arm 4.2 Front-left arm assy. (10279009) exploded view Fig.55 Item Part#...
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4.3 Front-right arm assy. (10279010) exploded view Fig.56 Item Part# Description QTY. 10206048 Socket bolt M10*30 10209039 Lock washer φ10 10209022 Flat washer φ10 11206049 Moon gear 11279006 Outer arm 11206189 Middle arm 10201149 Round head bolt M8*12 11201049A Inner arm 4.4 Cylinder (0209014/1002576001) exploded view Fig.57...
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10209078 Dust ring 31-11 11209079 Head cap 31-12 10209080 O ring 11209081 Bore weldment for (OHX-10) 31-13 1102576003 Bore weldment for (OHX-10H) Illustration of hydraulic valve for hydraulic power unit Relief valve Oil return port Release valve Throttle valve Left oil outlet...
V. TEST RUN 1. Adjustment of sync cables (See Fig. 59) 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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Throttle valve Throttle valve Adjust counterclockwise to increase Adjust clockwise to decrease lowering speed lowering speed Fig. 61 5. Test with load The test should be conducted after the above adjustments have been completed, test running the lift with typical vehicle. Run the lift at low level several times first, ensure that both side safety lock can lock and unlock in synchronization.
VI. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Please read the safety tips vehicle 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.
VII.MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Monthly: 1. Re-torque the anchor bolts to 150 Nm; 2. Check all connectors, bolts and pins to insure proper mounting; 3. Lubricate cable with lubricant; 4. Make a visual inspection of all hydraulic hoses/lines for possible wear or leakage; 5.
VIII.TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Button does not work 1. Replace 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 burned out 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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