Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 Table of contents General ............................. 1 Identification of the instructions for use ..................... 1 Technical data ........................... 1 Modification of the product ....................... 2 Safety-related information......................... 2 5.1 Safety instructions ............................ 2 5.2 Safety equipment ............................3 5.3 Monitoring and testing the safety equipment ..................
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 13.4 Hydraulic system............................. 29 13.5 Circuit diagrams ............................. 30 13.6 Switch box............................... 33 13.7 Detailed drawing and parts description of the lift .................. 34 13.8 Spare parts list ............................42 Further attachment: EU Declaration of Conformity ⋅...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 Important Information: ASSEMBLY You can find the assembly video for this lift on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6oG124oaaQ&t or scan the QR code. PRODUCT PRESENTATION You can find the product presentation video for this lift on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4veEM4PD8A or scan the QR code.
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Thanks to its wide clearance widths, it is also perfect for lifting wide vehicles with bodies, such as motorhomes and caravans, vehicles with sales bodies or ambulances. We recommend the TW 250 for lifting and working on very high vehicles, such as motorhomes with alcove. The Profi-Line model series meets the high...
Improper use also invalidates the CE certification and the validity of the certificate. If you wish to make any changes, please contact your dealer or the expert staff at Twin Busch GmbH beforehand (see: 2. Identification of the instructions for use) Safety-related information Read the operating instructions carefully before operating the lift.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 ⋅ If you do not use the lift for a longer period of time: a.) Disconnect the lift from the power source. b.) Empty the oil tank. c.) Lubricate the moving parts with hydraulic oil. Caution: To protect the environment, dispose of the unused oil in an appropriate manner.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 5.4 Warnings and symbols All warnings are clearly visible on the lift to ensure that the user operates the device in a safe and appropriate manner. The warning signs must be kept clean and replaced if they are damaged or missing. Read instructions and safety instructions carefully before use! Instructions before use The lift may only be...
Centre of gravity 6. Conformity with the product The TW 250 2-post lift is CE-certified and complies with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the standard for low voltage 2014/35/EU and fulfils the standards Lifting platforms EN 1493:2022, Safety of machinery EN 60204- 1:2018 (see under: EU Declaration of Conformity, at the end of the instructions for use).
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 8. Assembly of the lifting platform 8.1 Before installation 8.1.1 Tools and equipment required ⋅ Suitable lifting tool for bulky and heavy components ⋅ Hammer, pliers ⋅ Phillips and slotted screwdriver ⋅ Set of Allen keys ⋅...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 3) After you have removed the first column, place a support under the other column. Then remove the screws from the transport rack. 4) Set up both columns. Align the main and secondary pillars with each other (outer edge of base plate to outer edge of base plate approx.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 7) Fit the safety catches, the four electromagnets and the corresponding covers. Safety catches Electromagnet on the outer surface of the column Cover Fit the control unit or control box to the main pillar. Page | 8 Misprints, errors and changes excepted.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 8) Fit the safety catches, the four electromagnets and the corresponding covers. Electromagnet Y-cable (short) Switch box Y-cable (long) Plug connector (B) Plug connector (B) Plug connector (Installed under the drive-over plate Next to the hydraulic line) Figure: Electromagnet release connections Page | 9 Misprints, errors and changes excepted.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 9) Mounting the motor unit a) Make sure that all hose ends are clean and free of dirt. b) Connect the hydraulic lines as shown in the following illustration or in the hydraulic circuit diagram. c) Fit the steel cable to secure the pressurised hydraulic hose so that it is not thrown around uncontrollably.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 Steel cable for securing Motor unit Hydraulic Hydraulic cylinder cylinder Line 2 Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic management management management connection connection connection Line 1 10) After installing the safety catches, connect the carriages to the steel cable. a) Align the slides on both sides of the column approx.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 Caution: After adjusting the steel cable tension, the adjusting nuts on both sides of the column must be locked with another nut! 11) After installing the safety catches, connect the slides to the steel cable. Figure: Connecting the power supply to the control unit 12) Fit the limit switch at the top end of the main column as shown in the following illustration.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 13) Fit the drain coil and connect the plug connection C (plug) in the switch box. 14) Fit the protective covers for the hydraulic lines from bottom to top. It is important to ensure that the narrow opening points upwards.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 15) Fitting the support arms a) Insert the support arms into the lifting carriages, paying attention to the interlocking of the anti- rotation blocks. b) Insert the support arm bolts into the holes provided, as shown in the following illustration. Short support arms Long support arms Figure: Mounting the support arms on the lifting carriage...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 16) Filling the hydraulic system The hydraulic oil tank has a capacity of approx. 10 litres. To ensure that the lift functions correctly, you should fill the oil tank to 80 % with hydraulic oil type: HLP 32. 17) Test run a) Follow the procedure in the 9.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 19) Fitting the drive-over plate Column Drive-over plate Column 20) Fit the motor cover 21) Checkpoints according to the structure Check Are the columns vertical to the floor? (90°) Are the two columns parallel to each other? Is the oil hose connected correctly? Is the steel cable correctly and firmly connected? Are all support arms correctly and firmly fitted?
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 9. Operating instructions 9.1 Safety precautions - If the safety devices are defective or show abnormalities, the lift must not be put into operation under any circumstances! - Check that all connections of the hydraulic lines are tight and functional. If there are no leaks, the lifting process can be started.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 9.3 Flow chart of the control unit (control box) Lifting process Lowering process Start Start Switch on the power Switch on the power Press the UP button (push-button) Press the Press the DOWN DOWN button and Anti lift (push-button) Motor drives the gear pump...
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 9.4 Lifting and lowering process Lifting process: 1. Read and understand the operating instructions before starting work. 2. Connect the power supply and switch the main switch to ON. 3. Park the vehicle with its centre of gravity in the middle between the two pillars. 4.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 9.5 Emergency drain in the event of a power failure 1. When the lifting carriage is NOT engaged. a) Pull all electromagnets simultaneously to the outside of the two columns to open the safety catches.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 2. With the lifting carriage engaged a) Unscrew the sealing plug to be able to connect the manual hydraulic pump (not included in the scope of delivery). Motor Hydraulic connection Sealing plugs (hydraulic connection) Oil tank Figure: Sealing plug Actuate the hand lever of the hydraulic pump to supply the cylinder with oil and release the lock.
10. Troubleshooting and rectification Please note: Do not hesitate to contact the expert staff at Twin Busch GmbH if you are unable to rectify a fault yourself. We will be happy to help you solve the problem. In this case, please document the fault and send us pictures and a precise description of the fault so that we can identify and rectify the cause as quickly as possible.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 11. Maintenance Regular maintenance of your lift will ensure a long and safe service life. Suggestions for maintenance intervals and the activities to be carried out are listed below. How often you service your lift depends on the ambient conditions, the degree of soiling and, of course, the stress and load on the lift.
If the lift malfunctions, simple faults may be the cause. Use the following list for troubleshooting *). If the cause of the fault is not listed or cannot be found, please contact the expert Twin Busch GmbH team. Never attempt to carry out repairs yourself, especially on safety equipment or electrical system components.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 13.2 Requirements of the foundation Requirements for the concrete: - Concrete C20/25 according to DIN 1045-2 (previous designation: DIN 1045 concrete B25). - Floor must be level and have a flatness of less than 5 mm/m. - Newly poured concrete must cure for at least 28 days.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 The following must be observed for soil exposed to frost: In the case of frost exposure, the concrete must correspond to exposure class XF4, as dripping de-icing agent cannot be ruled out. This results in the following minimum requirements for concrete under frost stress: Exposure class: Maximum w/c: 0,45...
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 13.3 Diagram for floor fastening / foundation plan befestigen drill clean hammer fortify Page | 28 Misprints, errors and changes excepted.
Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 13.7 Detailed drawing and parts description of the lift E-HEB No. Name Specification Feature Qty. Steel cable L=9330mm Assembly E-HEB0020 M16 hexagon nut Standard E-HEB0516 M16*223 Anchor bolt Standard Page | 34 Misprints, errors and changes excepted.
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 E-HEB No. Name Specification Qty. Feature E-HEB0172 Motor/hydraulic unit Assembly E-HEB0099 Oil line L=500mm Assembly E-HEB0064 Hydraulic contra-angle Assembly E-HEB0100 Oil line L=2250mm Assembly E-HEB0066 Cylinder connection (banjo) Assembly Sealing ring Standard E-HEB0066 Cylinder connection (banjo) Assembly E-HEB0120 Hydraulic cylinder (2-hole)
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 E-HEB No. Name Specification Qty. Feature E-HEB0013 Safety catch 8224E-A1-B2 Galvanised E-HEB0013-3 Screw to holder M6*16 GB/T818-2000 Standard M6*10 (cross recess) GB/T818-2000 Standard E-HEB0014 Electromagnet MQZ2-10 8224E-A1-B4 Assembly Ø20 Cable entry ring 8224E-A1-B6 Rubber E-HEB0034 Electromagnet cover 8224E-A1-B5...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 E-HEB No. Name Specification Qty. Feature Snap ring Standard E-HEB0380 Idler pulley (bottom) galvanised E-HEB0080 Lifting carriage guide FL-8224-A3-B6 Nylon E-HEB0538 Unlocking rod Tooth piece galvanised E-HEB0539 Pressure spring unlocking rod FL-8224-A3-B5 galvanised E-HEB0057 Tooth piece support arm locking FL-8224-A3-B6 galvanised...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 E-HEB No. Name Specification Qty. Feature E-HEB0008 Solenoid coil for drain valve DC/24V Standard E-HEB0326 Lowering speed valve Standard E-HEB0090 Hydraulic pump block Standard E-HEB0134-2 Oil suction pipe Plastic E-HEB0012 Oil filter Standard E-HEB0149 Oil tank (round) Plastic E-HEB0127-3...
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Manual of the 2-post lift TW250 E-HEB No. Name Specification Qty. Feature Enquiry Cover plate 6255E-A1-B3-C1 Assembly TW SAK Threaded hooks/nuts (set) 8224-A13 Standard (screws) E-HEB0038 Column protection cover (2700x180) Fabric E-HEB0380 Idler pulley (top) galvanised E-HEB0052 Mounting rubber D14cm Rubber E-HEB0040 Turntable with double thread...
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