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, confirming to minimum specifications. · Do not install this lift over expansion joints or cracks. Check with building architect. ·...
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 ·...
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 (Fig. 2 & Fig. 3). 120.28”...
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Fig. 3 (Column / Floor Layout) OVERHEAD OBSTRUCTIONS: The area where the lift located should be free of overhead obstructions such as heaters, building supports, electrical lines etc. (Figs 2 & 3.) DEFECTIVE CONCRETE: Visually inspect the site where the lifts will be installed and check for cracked or defective concrete.
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STEP 2: (Unloading & Unpacking) After unloading the lift, place it near the intended installation location. Remove the shipping bands and packing materials from the unit. Remove the packing brackets and bolts holding the two columns together. (Do not discard bolts, they may be used in the assembling of the lift ) Take out the drive-over floor plate, lifting arms, swivel pads, height extensions, hardware box, hoses, covers, etc., from the column.
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Using the base plate on the MAIN column as a guide, drill each anchor hole in the concrete approximately 5-1/2” deep using a rotary hammer drill and 3/4” concrete drill-bit. To assure full holding power, do not ream the hole or allow the drill to wobble. (See Anchoring Details on Page 4) After drilling, remove dust thoroughly from each hole using compressed air and/or wire brush.
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STEP 6: (Installing POWER UNIT) Attach the power unit to the mount bracket on the side of the Main Column using bolts, nuts and washers supplied (Fig. 9). Remove the vent plug from the power unit and fill the reservoir with hydraulic oil.
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STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES) Cont. Cable Routing Diagram Fig. 14 Repeat above for the second cable. 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 TP12KFX Sep 2020...
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STEP 8: (Installing / Routing HYDRAULIC HOSES, HYDRULIC FITTINGS & HOSE COVERS) 1. Install & connect hydraulic hoses, fittings and hose covers, as shown below in (Figs. 15-17) along with the Exploded View #2 diagram on page 21. NOTE: It is necessary to have hose routed through Hose Covers (Fig. 17), along with ensuring the hydraulic 90 degree Fitting’s threads are fully tightened against the outside of Main column, as shown in (Fig.
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STEP 9: (Installing Swing Arms & Arm Restraints) Cont. 3. Install Arm Restraint mechanisms to each swing arm, as detailed below (Fig. 18). 4. Check for proper engagement for the arm restraints as the gear rack should fully engage the gear on the Fig.
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STEP 10: (Electrical Connection to POWER UNIT) 1. Have a certified electrician make the electrical connection to the power unit. Use separate circuit for each power unit, as shown below in (Fig. 19). Fig. 19 IMPORTANT! The wiring must comply with local code. Protect each circuit with time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
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IMPORTANT! Read Safety & Operating Information on following pages before using lift. 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.
SAFETY PROCEDURES · Never allow unauthorized persons to operate lift. Thoroughly train new employees in the operation and care of 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. ·...
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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 the discovery of device failure before needed could save you from expensive property damage, lost production time, serious personal injury and even death.
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Only a trained maintenance experts should perform 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. ·...
TROUBLE SHOOTING 1. Motor does not run: A. Breaker or fuse blown B. Faulty wiring connections. Call electrician. C. Defective up button. Call electrician for checking. D. Defective Capacitor. Call electrician for checking. 2. Motor runs but will not raise: A.
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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