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1. Steelcable Chin 2 47 Selflocknut 4 48 Spindle T fitting Easily Worn Parts IMPORTANT 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 drawing below start button lt motor manifold wO 14 lowering valve lt tank Step 2 Using an Allen wrench and shop towel with shop towel place to catch fluid loosen the check valve plug 2 turns to allow it to leak Step 3 Push the START button for one second then release for three seconds Repeat these steps until unit starts pumping fluid Step 4 Tighten the check valve plug YOUR POWER UNIT SHOULD BE PRIMED2. Installation Manual TP15KC Parts check list IN COLUMN 2 40 8 x 3 8 cables with four nuts and washers 2 36 pistons with rollers ON TOP 1 Power unit 1 parts box 4 telescoping arms 1 overhead beam IN PARTS BOX 1 71 hose 1 412 hose 4 arm pivot pins 4 20 anchor bolts 1 catalog 1 small parts bag SMALL PARTS BAG 1 16 wire ferrules 6 pipe for piston st thread T w O ring 90 F M elbow 5 16 nylock nuts 5 16 18 nuts 5 16 x 1 hex bolts 5 shims 3 4 plugs N D D A REV A 0800113 Important notes About your TP15KC lift Do not install this lift on any asphalt surface Do not install this unit on any surface other than concrete conforming to minimum specifications Do not install this lift over expansion joints or cracks Check with building architect Do not install this lift on a second floor with a basement beneath without written authorization from building architect This lift is only as good as the floor you put it on good level floor is recommended for proper lift operation Cement should be minimum of 4 thick and 3 000 psi tensile strength with steel or fiber mesh reinforcement The lift is intended to raise the entire body of the vehicle only Do not attempt to lift only part of the vehicle Improper use of this equipment could result in damage to the lift yourself or other property The lift is intended to lift vehicles only
3. It is not designed to lift any person or equipment containing persons All persons using this equipment should be qualified responsible persons and should follow the operation and safety guidelines set forth in this manual For specifications on concrete pads please call for technical assistance Improper installation can cause damage or injury Manufacturer will assume no liability for loss or damage of any kind expressed or implied resulting from improper installation or use of this product Read the installation and operation manual in its entirety before attempting to install the lift REV A 0800113 Installation Manual TP15KC Step 1 Measure lift area and check area for defects The first step to any successful installation is to measure the bay for correct positioning of the lift Measure the width of your doorway and divide it by two This will give you the center of your doorway Make a mark on the floor at the center of the doorway and measure from the side wall to center mark Note the distance and measure the same distance from the side wall at the front of the shop Now snap a chalk line between the two marks this is the center line for your lift Measure 74 from the center line to each side of the center line at front and rear of shop Snap two more lines These are your lift s outer dimensions see figure 1 NOTE If you have less than 4 between the wall and your outer dimension you should move the lift over to
4. allow for at least 4 of space Tuxedo Equipment recommends 12 between the wall and the outer dimension but where that is not possible 4 is acceptable Installation Manual TP15KC Step 1 continued Find the length of the bay minus any work benches or other equipment and divide by two For example a 25 bay minus a 2 work bench equals a 23 bay The center of the lift would be equal at 11 6 from the garage door and the work bench Draw a chalk line Now measure 18 toward the garage door from the center line this will be point Measure 18 toward the work bench and mark this point b Measure diagonally from point a to the opposite side 152 and make a mark This will be point c Measure from b in the same manner to find point d Mark a chalk line horizontally from point a to point d and this will be your base line see figure 2 NOTE You should have 36 between points a and b just as with c and d If not find the center and adjust as necessary REV A 0800113 center line REV A 0800113 6 Cylinder Installation Manual TP15KC Step 3 Position columns and uprights level columns and install top beam Examine the area where your lift is going Check for large cracks in the floor expansion joints and for overhead obstructions If either column is going to sit across or on top of an expansion joint you may need to move the lift to a different location NOTE Bolt holes in the base pla
5. operation immediately and inspect correct and or replace parts as required Following these maintenance procedures is the key to prolonging the useful lift of your lift IF AT ANY TIME YOU RE NOT SURE OF THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE LIFT DISCONTINUE USING IT AND CALL YOUR DISTRIBUTOR FOR ASSISTANCE WARNING OSHA AND ANSI REQUIRE USERS TO INSPECT LIFTING EQUIPMENT AT THE START OF EVERY SHIFT THESE AND OTHER PERIODIC INSPECTIONS ARE THE PESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER DAILY PRE OPERATION CHECK The user should at least perform the following checks daily Daily check of 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 Check Safety Latches for free movement and full engagement with rack Check hydraulic connections and hoses for leakage Check Snap rings all rollers and sheaves Check Bolts Nuts and Screws and tighten Check Wiring and Switches for damage Keep base plate free of dirt grease and any other corrosive substances Check for stress cracks in the concrete floor near the anchor bolts which if present could cause the anchor bolts to loosen and pull out of the floor Check Cables Cables keep both sides of the lift running equally allowing the safeties to catch together If one side of your lift is running ahead of the other most likely it is time to adjust your cables Follow this s
6. reversing won t raise lift 2 Open lowering valve motor 3 Pump is sucking air 2 Repair or replace lowering valve 4 Suction tube is off of pump 3 Tighten all suction line fittings 5 Low oil level 4 Replace suction tube 5 Top off tank Motor runs raise 1 Motor is running on low 1 Supply correct voltage to motor lift but not vehicle voltage 2 Clean lowering valve 2 Debris in lowering valve 3 Replace Relief Valve cartridge 3 Improper relief valve 4 Check vehicle weight or balance load adjustment properly 4 Overloading of lift Lift settles down 1 Debris in check valve 1 Clean check valve slowly 2 Debris in lowering valve 2 Clean lowering valve 3 External oil leaks 3 Check for and repair any leaks Lift goes up 1 Equalizer cables not properly 1 Adjust cables according to manual unevenly adjusted 2 Shim column not more than 1 2 or 2 Lift installed on uneven floor adjust spin up pads to compensate Anchor bolts won t stay tight or are pulling out of floor 1 Cement thickness strength insufficient 2 Holes are too big for bolts 1 Remove bad cement pour new pad for lift per specs in manual 2 Relocate lift using the proper size drill bit or pour anchoring cement into holes to secure bolts Safety latches don t work 1 Safety not adjusted properly 2 Safety spring not connected 3 Flat washer bent too far squeezing release cable 4 Safety
7. simultaneously If they are not clicking together you can adjust the cables to compensate by either tightening the side that is clicking first or loosening the side that is clicking last Remember not to over tighten cables they should be firm much like a banjo string If one or both safeties are not clicking at all you will need to adjust the safety locks This can be done by raising the lift until you see a bolt attached to the safety latch through the hole in the side of column You will also see a bolt attached to the safety latch Give the bolt one turn clockwise and run the lift up and down once again Continue this process until the safety starts to work If the safeties are locking as you lower the lift you will need to turn the bolt counter clockwise in the same manner Installation Manual TP15KC Operation Learn proper operation and recheck lift components On model TP15KC swing front arms to the front and the rear arms to the rear Once arms are in position pull a car into the bay A general rule of thumb is to stop the car with the center of the wheel base even with the center of the columns Swing the four arms under the vehicle and position the pads under the appropriate lifting spots If you are not sure of the proper lifting points you should check the vehicle s service manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer Adjust the screw pads so they all hit their lift points at the same time This will allow the car to be level whe
8. 11 16 deep socket on the nut and tighten it until the opposite side raises 1 4 Tighten the other side the same way until it comes back down 1 4 and then give it one full turn Both cables should now have the same tension NOTE Do not over tighten cables This will cause lift to lose carrying capacity and could damage the components Installation Manual TP15KC Step 6 Install power unit hoses and cut off cable Unpack the power unit from the box and remove the wood shipping board Inspect the unit for damage before continuing Remove the plastic cap from the 3 8 port on the side of the pump and install the T fitting found in the parts box Screw in the T until the O ring touches the pump and the ends are facing the top of the motor and the bottom of the tank Then use an 11 16 wrench to tighten the locking nut and assure a good seal Next use a screwdriver to pry off the 1 plastic cap from the tank Place a funnel in the hole and fill the tank with 3 5 gallons of AW32 hydraulic oil NAPA part 760 is recommended Locate REV A 0800113 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION Fig 6 Equalizing Cable installation Overhead Beam Type Top Coble Sheave 4 Equalizing Cable 2 Locking Nuts 4 ze ae ttom Cable Sheave Note Always try to keep two cables in same tension REV A 0800113 the four 5 16 x 1 bolts four nuts and four lock nuts in the parts box Place the four bolts in the four holes on the mounting plate
9. TP15KC K 15 000 Ib Capacity Heavy Duty Two Post Lift Installation amp Operation Manual REV A 0800113 15 000 LB HEAVY DUTY Two Post LIFT TP15KC K Heavy Duty AMBULANCE L x i Two Post Lift ME E i Features 15 000 Ib lifting capacity Low profile automatic arm restraints Dual 3 diameter cylinders with low friction chain rollers Big Foot base plates for stability 2 x 3 Capacity 15 000 Ibs Electrical override Lifting speed 45 sec automatic safety shut off Power pack 2hp 220 230 vac on clear floor models Amperage 20 amps FREE mounting hardware Lifting height m Lifting height with adapters 87 Durable powder coated Width overall 150 paint finish Width between posts 121 4 Height overall 180 Shipping weight 2 474 lbs TUXEDO DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED WARRANTY Structural Warranty The following parts and structural components carry a five year warranty Columns Top Rail Beam Uprights Arms Swivel Pins Legs Carriages Tracks Overhead Beam Cross Rails Limited One Year Warranty Tuxedo Distributors LLC Tuxedo offers a limited one year warranty to the original purchaser of Tuxedo lifts and Wheel Service in the United States and Canada Tuxedo will replace without charge any part found defective in materials or workmanship under normal use for a period of one year after purchase The purchaser is res
10. e locks will result in premature failure of the cylinders pump and cables and can cause serious property damage or personal injury Failure to heed this warning will result in immediate termination of you warranty Installation Manual REV A 0800113 TP15KC Maintenance Maintenance is the key to smooth safe operation and longer life of your lift Follow these guidelines on a regular basis to keep your lift running efficiently 1 Your lift is only as good as the floor it is mounted on Cracked or shallow concrete should be watched at all times Although your floor may be thick enough according to manufacturers specs cracks and shallow spots can cause bolts to loosen and pull out of the floor All anchor bolts should be checked and retightened at least once a month Loose anchor bolts and weak cement are the number one cause of lift failure 2 Grease all the corners of the columns where the carriages run up and down The grease will do more good if you periodically clean off the old grease to get rid of any grit A thin film of grease works better than thick blobs 3 You should oil the chains on your lift at least twice a year to keep them from rusting and freezing up Thirty weight motor oil or motorcycle chain lube will be sufficient 4 All of the pulleys on your lift should be sprayed with a light oil such as WD 40 or similar lubricant two to three times a year 5 You should check for cracked or warped parts regularly and re tighten a
11. imple procedure 1 Raise the lift so the top of the carriage clears the pulley at the bottom of the post Notice the threaded rod and nut that sticks out through the top of each carriage These are your adjusting nuts Tighten the nut on the side that is lifting behind the other by holding to bottom of the threaded cable end with vice grips and turning the nut with a suitable wrench 4 Run the lift up and down and see if it needs more adjustment If so repeat steps 1 through 3 Check floor for stress cracks near anchor bolts REV A 0800113 Ayes Bunuio sanjes Joysem punds KT wd burgers pue EE ua pewemBuds Bund fe MEL i joe EA yog OL JOUSEM 1814 0 s uBu dp XN fe ejpueH 9c PONT TEE pus L sued 55019 no Wan 1811 SUed aieds 61 31 v N lt 91 041 gt 91699 8002 07 9u19x y 92385SLd XL TX TP1 5KC K Kernel Edtion 1 0 Mar 2008 KERNEL ITEM NO 165915 lt TPO 15A gt ist DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Hydraulic pump Self lock nut 4 42 Spindle washer Hydraulic cylinder 43 Bushing 44 Unoiled bush Elbow fitting 2 45 Idierwheel 46
12. k nuts and four 3 4 thin flat washers Place nuts and two flat washers on each carriage so they are easy to get at With your back to the door and standing between the posts turn to you left This will be called the left column The side closest to the front wall will be the front end and the side closest to the door will be called the back Grab one cable end and run it over the left front pulley on the upright down through the slot in the upright and through the hole in the corner of the carriage Drop the end down on the floor grab the end and put a flat washer and nut on it Tighten the nut about 2 3 of the way on the rod Grab the other end of the same cable and run it over the top of the front right pulley down through the slot and straight down inside the carriage to the floor Run the cable under the pulley on the bottom up through the carriage and into the hole in the corner of the carriage Pull the end through the hole Make sure the other rod is now sitting in the hole in the other carriage If your see less than 2 of rod sticking up you can install the flat washer and nut otherwise go back to the left side and tighten the nut more to take up the slack Install the other cable in the same fashion starting from the right side and running it over the back pulleys With both cables in place you are ready to adjust Start on the left side With a pair of vice grips grab the bottom of the rod whose threads are pointing up Place an
13. latch is rusted or frozen 1 Raise lift until safety adjusting bolt appears in window adjust as needed 2 Reconnect safety spring 3 Blend flat washer way from release cable until it moves freely 4 Spray penetrating oil on latch and work the latch until it moves freely Cylinder whines or chatters 1 Dry or tight seal 1 Remove cylinder vent and spray Dura lube or Teflon spray lube into cylinder Oil squirts out of cylinder vent 1 Bad seal 1 Replace seal or cylinder REV A 0800113 ADJUSTABLE ARM LOCK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL COTTER PIN AS SHOWN ASSENBLY ASSHOWN ENSURE SPRING STAYS INPLACE po 2 ADJUSTABLE GEAR RACK COTTER PIN ARM LOCK _ WELDMENT ADJUST ROD HEIGHT WHEN CARRIAGE IS IN REST POSITION TYPICAL CARRIAGE SPRING USE 9 16 BOXED END WRENGH ON NUT amp PLIERS ON ROD AT THE BOTTOM TO TIGHTEN NUT DOWN ON 1 GEAR RACK MAKE SURE GEAR IS ENGAGED COR CARRIAGE IN REST POSITION Bruna WITH SWING ARM INSTALLED GEAR RACK BEFORE OPERATION USE Cg ARM IF NOT DONE PROPER MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH REV A 0800113 MAINTENANCE The following periodic maintenance is the suggested minimum requirements and minimum intervals accumulated hours or monthly period which ever comes first If you hear a noise or see any indication of possible failure cease
14. lumns You will need a rotary hammer with a 3 4 carbide Hammer Drill bit most rental outlets carry them Do not use a regular drill and bit Your floor must be a minimum of 5 thick and 3000 psi concrete of better Using your rotary hammer drill twenty 3 4 hole Drill through the floor and hammer the anchor bolts in half way install the nut and flat washer on the bolt before placing them into the hole NOTE Be careful not to move the columns when drilling One way to avoid this is to drill the holes and place the bolts one at a time and save the inside hole for last Recheck the level of each column and place shims around or beside each bolt and wherever there is space Hammer the anchor bolts all the way down Using a torque REV A 0800113 wrench tighten the anchor bolts to 120 pounds of torque Recheck the level of the columns If the columns are off loosen the anchors and use a pry bar to tilt the columns and shim as needed Retighten and check again Now tighten the bolts on the uprights With all bolts tight and the columns as close to level as you can get you will have a good solid installation and years of trouble free service Step 5 Install and adjust cables Using two people a fork lift or a shop crane lift each carriage to the second or third lock Allow each carriage to rest on the locks and measure each side to be sure they are at the same height Unwrap the two large cables and separate them Remove the four 3 4 loc
15. n rising With the pads in their proper locations and no obstructions around the lift or vehicle you may now press the button on the power unit to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle so that the tires are only 6 off the ground Walk to the back of the vehicle and push up and down on the bumper The vehicle will rock but should not at any time lose contact with the pads If the vehicle is bouncing off the pads or feels at all unstable you should lower it back to the ground and reposition the pads to balance the load Repeat this process until the vehicle is completely stable When the vehicle is stable you many raise the lift all the way to the top Listen to safeties and adjust if necessary The proper operation of the lift requires that any time you raise a vehicle to work on it you must lower the lift into the safety locks This is done by raising the vehicle to the desired height and lowering the lift until it stops on the next available lock To lower vehicle you must first raise the lift 1 2 release the safeties by pulling the key ring located near the bottom of each carriage then pull the lowering handle If you wish to lower the lift halfway and resume working on the vehicle you must lower the vehicle 6 below the desired height raise the lift again to engage the locks and then lower the lift onto the locks Never work under or near the lift without the locks engaged the pump is not intended to be a load holding device Not using th
16. ny loose bolts 6 Cables are an important part of your lift They keep both sides running equal to the other allowing the safeties to catch together If one side of you lift is running ahead of the other most likely it is time to adjust your cables Follow this simple procedure a Raise the lift so the top of the carriage clears the chain and pulley b Notice the threaded rod and nut which stick out though the top of each carriage These are your adjusting nuts c You will tighten the nut on the side that is lifting behind the other by holding the bottom of the threaded rod with a pair of vice grips and turning the nut with a suitable wrench or socket d Run the lift up and down and determine if you need further adjustment If so repeat steps a through c If at any time you re not sure of the safe operation of the lift discontinue using it and call the technical support line for assistance Installation Manual TP15KC Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor won t run 1 Fuse or circuit breaker 1 Replace blown fuse or reset circuit 2 Incorrect voltage to motor breaker 3 Wiring connections 2 Supply correct voltage to motor 4 Burned out micro switch 3 Check and repair or insulate all 5 Burned out motor wingdings connections REV A 0800113 4 Replace micro switch 5 Replace motor Motor runs but 1 Motor runs in reverse direction 1 Change motor rotation by
17. on the column then place the four nuts hand tight onto the four bolts Hang the power unit on the four bolts and put the four lock nuts in place to hold them Tighten the four nuts first then the lock nuts Unpack the long hose and connect on end to the fitting at the back of the left column Run the hose up and over the top along the top along the top beam and down through the other side to the top of the T fitting You many wish to attach the hose to the top beam with wire ties or clamps Attach the shout hose to the bottom of the T and then to the bottom of the right column Check all fittings to be sure they are tight to avoid leaks Attach the 1 16 cable to the flat washer at the top of the left side uptight using the small aluminum ferrules Loop the cable through the ferrule then through the washer and back through the ferrule Crimp the ferrule to hold the cable Pass the cable through the washer on the right side and down through the empty bolt hole in the middle of the upright Loop the cable through the eye on the cut off switch box secure with ferrule Make it as tight as you can without tripping the cutoff switch Step 7 Install arms Place the four arms onto the carriage torsion tubes Line up the holes and secure with Steel swivel pins Step 8 Install spinup pads and check height adapters Screw the four spinup pads onto the arms and test to see if they screw up and down smoothly in the arm nut Slip the four truck adapters
18. over the pads to make sure they all fit If you have one that doesnt fit call the service line for a replacement Step 9 Electrical Hook up The electrical hook up should be done by a certified electrician The power unit requires 220v 30 amp circuit breaker It is recommended that you install a means of shutting down the power in close proximity to the power unit a twist lock plug hung from the motor will be sufficient The motor is factory pre wired for proper power and rotation Installation Manual TP15KC Step 10 Test and adjust Lift With the power properly hooked up and turned on push the silver button to raise the lift the cylinders will take a little while to catch up with the chain then the lift will begin to rise Raise the lift as high as it will go Pull the key ring located near the bottom of each carriage to release the safety locks Locate the lowering handle on the power unit Pull and hold handle until the lift goes all the way down to the floor Continue holding handle for at least 30 seconds to allow any air to escape from the hydraulic system Once the lift is fully down its a good idea to have someone push down on the cylinders while you hold out the lowering handle This will force out any additional air pockets You only need do this once Run the lift all the way up and down two more times While running the lift listen to the REV A 0800113 safeties clicking Each side should click within one second of each other or
19. ponsible for all shipping charges This warranty does not apply to equipment that has been improperly installed or altered or that has not been operated or maintained according to specifications Other Limitations This warranty does not cover 1 Parts needed for normal maintenance Wear parts including but not limited to cables slider blocks chains rubber pads and pulleys 3 Replacement of lift and tire changer cylinders after the first 30 days A seal kit and installation instructions will be sent for repairs thereafter 4 On site labor Upon receipt the customer must visually inspect the equipment for any potential freight damage before signing clear on the shipping receipt Freight damage is not considered a warranty issue and therefore must be noted for any potential recovery with the shipping company The customer is required to notify Tuxedo of any missing parts within 72 hours Timely notification must be received to be covered under warranty Tuxedo will replace any defective part under warranty at no charge as soon as such parts become available from the manufacturer No guarantee is given as to the immediate availability of replacement parts Tuxedo reserves the right to make improvements and or design changes to its lifts without any obligation to previously sold assembled or fabricated equipment There is no other express warranty on the Tuxedo lifts and this warranty is exclusive of and in lieu of all other warranties ex
20. pressed or implied including all warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose To the fullest extent allowed by law Tuxedo shall not be liable for loss of use cost of cover lost profits inconvenience lost time commercial loss or other incidental or consequential damages This Limited Warranty is granted to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state 1905 N Main St Suite C Cleburne TX 76033 Ph 817 558 9337 Fax 817 558 9740 TP15KC Installation Manual Parts Check List Notes about your TP15KC lift Installation Instructions Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Measure lift area and check for defects Cylinder assembly Position columns and uprights level columns and install top beam Install anchor bolts and re level columns Install and adjust cables Install power unit hoses and cut off cable Install arms Install spinup pads and check height adapters Electrical hook up Step 10 Test and adjust lift Operation Learn proper operation and recheck lift components Maintenance Schedule Please read and follow maintenance guide Troubleshooting Guide REV A 0800113
21. te should be at least 4 from any expansion joint or large rack You will need at least 13 4 of unobstructed ceiling height Position the columns as shown in figure 3 We recommend placing the power unit on the passenger side for ease of operation Install the uprights so the threaded rods at the top face each other the threaded rods should face the center line Hand tighten for now Using a four foot level 3 4 flat washers and shims provided shim the columns level front to back and side to side Recheck the uprights to see that they are facing each other If not rotate the columns as needed and be sure to keep the base plates on the line You are now ready to install the top beam Carry the beam to the top and hook each side to the top of an upright guiding the bolt into the slot Hand tighten nuts on the two bolts Check the columns again to see if they are level and on the base line You many need to hammer the columns using a rubber mallet toward or away form center in order to get them level Be sure to keep the columns even on the base line The outer dimensions are not as important at this point Check top for space between the upright and top beam You should have less than 1 4 between you have more tighten nuts at top beam on both side and re level the columns NOTE Double check everything now next step is permanent ieit side i Base Line Installation Manual TP15KC Step 4 Install anchor bolts and re level co
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