The lift includes a maximum pressure valve and mechanical safety mechanisms to prevent overloading and ensure safe operation.
Keep all safety warning signs clean and replace them if they become detached or damaged.
Ensure the installation site is free of overhead obstructions and has a solid, defect-free concrete floor. The lift is designed for indoor installation only.
The lift must be installed on 3000 PSI concrete with a minimum thickness of 150mm and an extension of at least 1.5m from anchoring points.
Ensure the lift is upright and all bolts are tightened.
Check the hydraulic system with a heavy load to ensure proper operation.
Have the lift inspected by qualified personnel every 12 months.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners or caustic cleaning agents. Periodically wash off aggressive substances and treat the lift with oil or wax spray.
Used oil must be treated as a polluting product and disposed of according to legal prescriptions.
Demolition should be performed by authorized technicians, and all materials must be disposed of according to current standards.
The lift must be securely fixed to the floor to be functional. Before proceeding with the assembly and installation of the machine, verify the floor is of a suitable type to withstand the lift’s full load when in use. Only install the lift on a horizontal floor, free of obstacles. The floor where the machine is to be installed should be level, un-fissured concrete, and at least 12 cm thick, built with a resistance of 25 Nm/mm², and fixed to the bottom of the lift with the aid of eight (2 per column) M10X100 dowels.
If these conditions are not satisfied, proper foundations must be prepared with a gravel floor with a minimum thickness of at least 50 mm. The user should then lay a steel electro-welded mesh with a quadrant of 10 cm and a wire diameter equal to or greater than 8 mm on the gravel floor. A concrete layer with a thickness of at least 180 mm shall then be placed on top of the mesh.
Align the four posts into the appropriate position. Insert the support beams in the four posts. Make sure that while raising the beams/columns, the load is always properly balanced. It is preferable to use a crane to install the lift, but using a forklift is also acceptable. Position the lifting device as close as possible to the load.
Before moving posts, ensure cables are not trapped below the post base plates. Fit the top plate prior to moving. Raise the support beam to engage on the ratchet and locate the safety block to ensure the beam cannot drop.
Make sure to install the master platform first and not to swap the position of the two platforms. The master platform must be mounted close column where the power pack is installed (master column).
Make sure that all the M16 nuts and bolts are tightened before proceeding with the installation. Start securing the lift to the ground by drilling holes (10 mm diameter X 100 mm depth). Remove any dust & debris before inserting bolts. It is permissible to use packing washers if necessary: maximum 10 mm. Fix the post into position using the supplied bolts and tighten them to the specified torque (163–165 Nm). Align the four posts using a chalk line and position them as specified. Fix the lift to the ground using M10 bolts (not supplied with the machine). Lock the bolts using a dynamometric wrench, verifying that the tightening torque is equal to 80 Nm.
Position the adjusting nut on the cable approximately halfway along the thread. The locking nut must also be tightened to prevent the adjusting nut from becoming loose while in use. Slide the cables through the support plate located at the end of the lifting cylinder.
Use a 4-wire cable with a minimal section of 2 mm² for each of the phases and of 2.5 mm² for the ground. The cable shall also have a plug compliant with the locally enforced safety laws. The connection to the electric line should be performed according to the enclosed electric scheme.
To prevent possible load fails because of hydraulic failure, a parachute valve has been installed on the lifting cylinder. This valve instantly blocks the descent of the platforms if a hose is accidentally cut. Before using the lift, it is necessary to fill the tank with oil and verify the correct assembly of the hoses connecting the hydraulic power unit to the lifting cylinder.
8.1. Fit the post covers.
8.2. Dress both the hydraulic pipe & ducting with plastic cable ties, ensuring they are positioned centrally between the cables to prevent any possibility of chafing.
8.3. Fit the power pack to primary post into position as shown.
(The picture is just for reference)
8.4. Connect the hydraulic pump to the power pack, ensuring all hydraulic connections are secure.
8.5. Run the cable from the control box to the power pack. Make connections to motor connector block terminals (U1, V1, W1) and refit the cover plate.
8.6. Fix limit switch into position.
9.1. Check the lift appearance once daily for distortion, scratches or other damage.
9.2. Check oil levels and oil the pipe every 15 days. Examine for loose seal, leaking, or other damage.
9.3. Check whether the oil is clean every 6 months.
9.4. Check each electric part, such as the photocell sensor, control button, and emergency button, every 15 days by using the empty loading test. Determine whether the electromagnet lock slab works normally every 3 days (Empty loading test).
9.5. Check if the lift can be raised and lowered normally (Empty loading test).
9.6. Examine the bolts or anchors and other fastening parts every 3 days (Empty loading test).
9.7. Determine whether there is any damage or low lubrication on the friction points of running parts every 20 days (Empty loading test).
10.1. A 4 post lift jack can be added to the top of the lift to allow the vehicle’s frame to rise above the platform.
10.2. While we used a 3,600 kg car lift for illustration purposes, it is possible to find 12,000 lb. 4 post lifts or larger to handle heavier loads.
10.3. A 4 post alignment lift kit may be an option for those that plan to offer alignment services.
For the complete installation and maintenance process, please feel free to download our manual for additional reference.
