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Eagle Equipment MS-8000 Installation & Operation Manual

8,000 lbs. capacity four-post storage/ service lift
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MS-8000
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MS-8000XLT)
AND
8,000 LBS. CAPACITY
FOUR-POST STORAGE/SERVICE LIFT
INSTALLATION
&
OPERATION
MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING YOUR LIFT
REV 20151112.TIA03 BD
INSPECT YOUR LIFT UPON DELIVERY. NOTE ANY DAMAGE ON DELIVERY RECEIPT.
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  • Page 1 MS-8000 MS-8000XLT) 8,000 LBS. CAPACITY FOUR-POST STORAGE/SERVICE LIFT INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING YOUR LIFT REV 20151112.TIA03 BD INSPECT YOUR LIFT UPON DELIVERY. NOTE ANY DAMAGE ON DELIVERY RECEIPT.
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  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase. Your lift is the result of decades of research, testing and development; and represents the most advanced technology on the market. The care with which you maintain and operate your lift will directly affect its overall performance and longevity.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read These Safety Instructions Thoroughly 1. Read and understand all operation & safety warning procedures before operating lift. 2. Keep hands and feet clear. Remove hands and feet from any moving parts. Keep feet clear of lift when lowering. Avoid pinch points. 3.
  • Page 6 UNPACKING Failure to follow the Unpacking and Assembly Directions may cause personal injury and/or impair the operation of this machine. Please read thoroughly. 1] Your lift comes packaged as a single unit (Fig. 1). A fork-lift, floor-jack or other heavy-lifting equipment may be necessary to separate the components.
  • Page 7 Ramps drop-in and lift-out for easy application. Casters afford mobility with or without a vehicle. A jack tray is included for use with independent jacks (not included). Model MS-8000 Lifting Capacity 8,000 lbs. Overall Height 86-1/4"...
  • Page 8 PROFILE (Fig. 2)
  • Page 9 COMPONENTS It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the components of your lift and the terms describing them. (Fig. 3) (Fig. 3)

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION NOTE: Installation is the Customer’s Responsibility. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure proper installation of this lift. Automotive lifts are pieces of heavy machinery and precision equipment, so their installation is extremely important. In preparing for the installation, it is necessary to procure the correct tools and choose the right site.

  • Page 11: Selecting The Site

    INSTALLATION STEP 1 Selecting the Site Your lift requires 110v or 220v, 20amp, single phase electrical power. The area of operation should provide the minimum space shown above (Fig. 2). There should be room enough to operate the lift in a safe manner and without restrictions. The area should be kept clean of oil, grease, etc., and clear of clutter.

  • Page 12: Floor Requirements

    (Warranty does not cover damage or wear due to outside installation.) CONCRETE SPECIFICATIONS LIFT MODEL CONCRETE REQUIREMENT MS-8000 (8,000 lbs.) 4" Minimum Thickness MS-8000XLT (8,000 lbs.) 4" Minimum Thickness NOTE: All models MUST be installed on 3,000 PSI or greater reinforced concrete;...
  • Page 13 STEP 3 Column & Cross Rail Assembly DO NOT BEGIN INSTALLATION CLOSE TO A WALL. Adequate clearance will ne necessary for Installation of linkage rods. (Allow 40” clearance.) 1] Make a chalk line on the floor following the layout shown above (Fig.
  • Page 14 (Fig. 4a) (Fig. 4b)

  • Page 15: Runway Installation

    STEP 4 Runway Installation BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO DISTURB THE POSTS AND CROSS RAILS AT THIS POINT AS THEY MAY TIP OVER AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR HARM. 1] Locate the Main-Side Runway with the cylinder attached underneath. This runway will be located adjacent the column with the Power Unit attached.
  • Page 16 (Fig. 5a) 5] Position the Off-Side Runway without the cylinder on top of the Cross Rails, and repeat steps 1 - 4. Leave the mounting bolts loose until installation is complete. After installation is completed, be sure to inspect and tighten all ramp bolts securely. 6] Level the lift by adjusting the Lock Ladder studs at the top of each post (Fig.

  • Page 17: Cable Installation

    STEP 5 Cable Installation DO NOT DAMAGE THE CHROME CYLINDER ROD DURING THIS PROCESS. This can ruin the seals of the cylinder, Resulting in fluid leaks. 1] Make sure both Cross Rails are resting on the second set of locks. Rails must be equal height from floor.
  • Page 18 STEP 6 Slack Cable Safety Mechanism 1] Before securing the cables to the post tops, it is important to thread them through the Slack Cable Safety mechanism correctly, to ensure proper operation. (Fig. 7a - 7c). (Fig. 7a) (Fig. 7b) (Fig.
  • Page 19 (Additional Cable Routing Diagrams)

  • Page 20: Installing The Power Unit

    (Fig. 10) from its box and packaging; inspect and immediately notify Eagle Equipment Customer Service if any shipping damage is found. (Fig. 10) 2] Mount the Power Unit to the mounting bracket on the Main-Side Post, using four (4) 5/16” x ¾”...
  • Page 21 STEP 9 Installing the Hydraulic Fitting 1] Remove the red plastic plug from the pressure port. Install the hydraulic O-Ring Elbow fitting (Fig. 11) into this port. Wind the fitting in by hand until the O-Ring is up against the face of the pump and the Elbow faces down.

  • Page 22: Installing The Hoses

    STEP 10 Installing the Hoses 1] Connect one end of the short hydraulic hose to the Elbow fitting at the pump. Connect the other end of the hose to the bulk-head fitting in the Main-Side Runway. Do not use Teflon tape. 2] The long hydraulic hose (under the runway) comes installed from the factory.
  • Page 23 STEP 11 Start Up NOTE: This model comes with optional Power Units. If you purchased the 110v option, you need only plug it into a properly rated receptacle. (Proceed with “Start Up” instructions below, then continue on to STEP 14) If you purchased the 220v option, a certified electrician will need to make the final connection for your lift.
  • Page 24 STEP 11A Wiring the Lift FINAL ELECTRICAL CONNECTION MUST BE MADE BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN. 1] The power unit may or may not come with a “pig-tail” already attached and wired to the motor. It is recommended that a twist-lock connection be installed at this pig-tail as an emergency disconnect (Fig.

  • Page 25: Power Unit Priming Procedure

    IMPORTANT STEP 11B POWER UNIT PRIMING PROCEDURE THE PROBLEM: Power unit runs fine but will not pump any fluid. Step 1 – Locate the check valve, the flush plug to the left of the lowering valve. (See illustration below.) Step 2 – Using an Allen wrench and shop towel – with shop towel in place to catch fluid –...
  • Page 26 STEP 12 Safety Linkage Rod Assembly 1] Install the Lock Rods and Linkage Rods as shown below making sure to position the safety handle adjacent the power unit. Pay careful attention to assemble the FRONT and REAR linkage assemblies as shown. Improper assembly will result in safety lock failure. (Fig.
  • Page 27 (Fig. 15b) (Fig. 15c) 3] With the lift still in the second locking position, re-check and adjust Lock Ladders to ensure deck is level side-to-side and front-to-rear. WHEN LOWERING LIFT ALWAYS MAKE SURE ALL FOUR LOCKS ARE DISENGAGED. If one of the locks inadvertently engages on descent the lift and/or vehicle may shift causing persdonal injury or death.
  • Page 28 STEP 14 Installing Ramps & Wheel Stops 1] Determine the preferred direction of vehicle approach. 2] Install Wheel Stop and Approach Ramp Brackets on the runways. 3] Drop in the Wheel Stops and Approach Ramps, as shown. (Fig. 16a – 16d) 4] Once completed, drive a vehicle onto the lift runways, and run the lift up and down a few times to ensure that the locks are engaging uniformly and that the safety release mechanisms are...
  • Page 29 STEP 15 Installing the Caster Kit NOTE: Caster Kit is Optional. This lift is designed to use either as a mobile lift, or as a permanently floor mounted lift. If you want to permanently anchor your lift to the floor, skip to Step 15. 1] Assemble and install Casters as shown (Fig.
  • Page 30 STEP 16 Securing the Posts NOTE: Anchoring Posts to the floor is Optional. This lift is designed for either permanent floor mounting, or as a mobile lift for use with the Caster Kit (included). (You WILL NOT be able to use your Caster Kit once the lift is secured to the floor.) If you do not want to permanently anchor your lift to the floor, skip this step.
  • Page 31 (Fig. 18c) (Fig. 18d) 5] Once the Main Side post is positioned and shimmed correctly, secure it to the floor by tightening the anchor bolts to 120 foot-pounds. DO NOT use an impact wrench (Fig. 18d). 6] All anchors must have a minimum of 3 ¼” embedment in the concrete. If the top of the anchor exceeds 2 ¼”...

  • Page 32: Operation

    OPERATION RAISING A VEHICLE ON THE LIFT 1] Read these Operating Instructions completely before using the lift. 2] Position vehicle tires in the center of each ramp and center the vehicle between the columns to distribute the weight most evenly. (DO NOT BACK VEHICLE ONTO LIFT.) 3] Set parking brake and/or use wheel chocks to hold vehicle in position.

  • Page 33: Daily Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE DAILY MAINTENANCE 1] Give the lift a quick once-over before using it each day. Check for any obvious leaks, or defects. Inspect cables and hoses for any sign of wear. 2] Verify lift is operating properly, raising levelly and all locking mechanisms are working correctly. WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 1] Lubricate all cable pulleys.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE-SHOOTING ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT TIGHTEN, OR PULL OUT OF FLOOR 1] Faulty concrete, or insufficient floor thickness: Have floor checked for proper specifications. 2] Wrong size drill bit size was used. Move the lift and drill new holes with the correct size bit. LIFT DOES NOT RISE;...

  • Page 35: Parts Listing

    PARTS LISTING Main Structure...
  • Page 36 Sub-Structures...
  • Page 38 8000LBS. 4-POST STORAGE LIFT 09.23.2014 DESCRIPTION QTY. POST / TOWER - MAINSIDE (POWER UNIT) POST / TOWER (SLAVE) TOP PLATE - A TOP PLATE - B HDW SET (BOLT, NUT, LOCKWASHER - 1 EA.) BOLT LOCKWASHER LADDER NUT, LADDER WASHER, LADDER TRACK / RUNWAY (MAINSIDE) TRACK / RUNWAY (OFFSIDE) WHEEL STOP ("EAGLE")
  • Page 39 LOCK ROD, 1/2" x 50" BENT (W/ HANDLE) 40.1 SPACER (LOCK ROD) LOCK ROD, INTERMEDIARY (MIDDLE) COUPLER, 1/2" (LOCK ROD) 42.1 JAM NUT (COUPLER) LOCK ROD, REAR KNOB (LOCK ROD HANDLE) CROSS RAIL ASSEMBLY ROLLER (SLACK SAFETY CABLE) 51.1 BOLT (SLACK SAFETY ROLLER) 51.2 NUT (SLACK SAFETY ROLLER) 51.3...
  • Page 40 - ADDITIONAL ILLUSTRATIONS – (Fig. 15 – EXPANDED)
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  • Page 42 To the fullest extent allowed by law, Eagle Equipment shall not be liable for loss of use, inconvenience, lost time, commercial loss or other incidental or consequential damages Some States do not allow exclusion or limitation of consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so that the above limitations and exclusions may not apply.
  • Page 43 Eagle Equipment, a division of Standard Tools and Equipment Co., is a leading distributor of automotive repair and garage service equipment. Established in 1954, Eagle has provided quality equipment at competitive prices for 60 years, carrying a full line of automotive lifts: two-post lifts, four-post lifts, alignment lifts, scissors lifts, low-rise and mid-rise lifts, as well as models of ®...

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