BASELINE Lift BL211CF User Manual
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Part Number: M-BL209-CF
Issue 002 Effective: Jan, 2014
Model: BL209CF
9,000 LB (4091KG) TWO POST LIFT
READ the Manual Thoroughly Before Installing,
Operating, Servicing, or Maintaining the Lift
SAVE this MANUAL and ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1601 J.P. Hennessy Drive
La Vergne, TN 37086
Tel. (800) 688-6359
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Lift Purchase Buyers Agreement
Warranty
Each product comes with a two (2) year parts warranty with five (5) years warranty on the
structure. The parts warranty is limited to defects in workmanship and material. The warranty
does not cover misuse, abuse, overloading, lack of maintenance, and inappropriate use or
“normal wear and tear”. Warranty parts must be returned to manufacturer for inspection to
qualify for warranty. Shipping costs are the owner’s responsibility.
Freight Damage
Each lifting product is carefully inspected before being loaded by our shipping department.
Any damage to the product must be noted on the shipping companies “bill of lading” and
signed by the driver. It is the owner’s responsibility to advice manufacturer within 48
business hours, of any shipping damage.
Installation
At the purchase request, delivery and installation can be arranged by a professional
contractor. It is the owner’s responsibility to approve the completion of the work done and
that the product is working properly. If there is a dispute with the work being done the
owner must advise our office within 24 business hours.
Lift Maintenance
Every lifting product will require ongoing adjustment and maintenance. It is normal that the
lifting cables will require adjustment to ensure that the lift operates level. Periodic
adjustments are the owner’s responsibility. If the owner requires the assistance of a lift
technician, a service charge will be paid directly for a service call. The lift is manufactured
with a baked on power coat finish. It is recommended to maintain this finish that scratches
are periodically touched up with automotive style paint. All non-painted services should be
kept clean and lubricated to prevent rust or corrosion.
Service Calls
Onsite service of your lifting product can be arranged by a qualified lift service technician.
The owner will be responsible for paying the contractor directly for this service at the time the
work is completed. It is the owner’s responsibility to return any parts to manufacturer for
warranty consideration.
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Your new lift will provide years of dependable service if installed, operated and maintained
properly. Read and follow all safety, installation, operation, and maintenance instructions in this
manual before installing and operating the lift. In addition, read and follow all safety and other
information included on and with the lift before operating the lift. Keep this manual in a secure
place for future reference, training and service part identification.
TABLE of CONTENTS
Unloading procedure and Lift Package Contents .................................................................. 4
Safety Instructions……………………………………………………………………………….……………………...5
General Requirement and Lift Specifications ....................................................................... 7
Bay Dimension Requirement ........ .....................................................................................8
Pre-Installation Procedures and Tools Required .................................................................. 9
Installation Procedure ..................................................................................................... 10
Operating Instructions and Lift Maintenance ..................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 17
Lift Diagrams and Parts Lifts .......................................................................................... 179
IMPORTANT: It is the shop owner's responsibility to provide a satisfactory installation area
for the lift. Lifts should only be installed indoors on level concrete floors with a minimum of 4
inches (102mm) and 3000 psi (20.7MPa) concrete that has been aged a minimum of 30 days.
Please consult a qualified individual if any doubt exists concerning proper installation and
subsequent safe operation of the lift. Do not install the lift on asphalt or outdoors.
Prior to installation, it is the shop owner's responsibility to provide constant electrical power in
the correct voltage, phase, etc., and all wiring for electrical hook-up of the lift. The shop owner
must insure that the electrical installation conforms to local building and safety codes. Where
required, the shop owner will provide an electrical isolation switch located in close proximity to
the lift. This switch will have an emergency stop capability and isolate electrical power from
the lift for servicing requirements.
Hydraulic oil cannot be shipped with the lift and will be supplied by either the shop owner or
the installer. ISO 32 hydraulic oil (10W non detergent hydraulic oil) must be used to fill the
reservoir tank before operating the lift.
It is the shop owner's responsibility to train all operators in
lift operation and safety.
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UNLOADING PROCEDURE and LIFT PACKAGE CONTENTS
For your information:
All lift components are grouped together in one package held at each end by steel frames.
Unpacking Procedure:
When the lift arrives on site:
If possible have the lift unloaded in the installation area.
Check for freight damage and report immediately to the trucking company who delivered
the lift.
Check for missing parts and report immediately to the factory.
Main Components include:
Power Side Column and Carriage Assembly – 1 pc (c/w equalizing cable, cylinder
assembly, lifting chain and roller all pre-installed)
Opposite Side Column and Carriage Assembly – 1 pc (c/w equalizing cable, cylinder
assembly, lifting chain and roller all pre-installed)
Arms – 4 pc (c/w arm restraint gear assemblies)
Powerpack Assembly – 1 pc
Overhead Crossbeam, 2 Tower extensions, Padded Shutoff Bar, Electrical Limit Switch.
Accessory and Hardware Box includes:
Baseplate Shims (6mm - 3mm - 1mm assortment)
Anchor Bolt Assemblies - 10 pc
Arm Pins – 4 pc
Rubber Stack Pad Assembly – 4 pc
Honda Adapters – 2 pc
Stack Pad Adapter (3”) – 4 pc
Stack Pad Adapter (6”) – 4 pc
Hydraulic Hose w/ Fittings – 2 pc (1 long and 1 short)
Fittings Box (bolts, washers, nuts, screws, cable ties, etc.)
Owner’s Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your garage equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. Read all instructions
2. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if equipment has been dropped or
damaged – until it has been examined by a qualified service person
3. Do not let a cord hang over the edge of the table, bench, or counter or come in contact
with hot manifolds or moving fan blades
4. Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion
engines
5. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from moving parts
6. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use in wet locations or expose to rain
7. Use only as directed in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments
8. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses,
they are not safety glasses
Basic common sense safety precautions should always be followed when installing, operating and
maintaining the lift as a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury may be present.
In addition:
1. Only trained and authorized personnel should position a vehicle and operate the lift. Do
not allow customers or bystanders to operate the lift or be in the lift area.
2. Inspect the lift daily. Do not operate if potential problems have been identified or lift
malfunctions. Do not operate if lift has damaged or broken components. Never walk or
work under the lift unless all safety locks are completely engaged.
3. Never overload the lift. The rated capacity decal is located on the powerpack column. The
hydraulic system on this lift is not designed to be a load holding devise. Mechanical safety
locks must be engaged before proceeding under the lift, with vehicle servicing, or system
maintenance. Never override operating controls. This is unsafe and will void the warranty.
4. Before driving a vehicle between the columns, position all arms to insure unobstructed
entry. Do not hit or run over arms as this could damage the lift and/or vehicle.
5. Use all 4 arms to raise a vehicle. Position all lift pads to contact vehicle manufacturer's
recommended lifting points. Raise lift slowly until all pads contact the vehicle. Check all
pads for complete and secure contact with the vehicle. Check all arm restraints to insure
they are engaged properly. Check that vehicle is stable on the lift. Only after confirming
these procedures, raise the lift to desired working height.
6. Special care must be used when lifting pick-up trucks. Optional truck adapters may be
required to reach manufacturer recommended lifting points. Always use these lifting
points. Running boards and other installed accessories may also require optional adapters.
Insure contents of the cargo box will not affect vehicle balance while on the lift.
7. Important: Removal or installation of heavier parts can change the vehicle's center of
gravity on the lift resulting in a critical load shift. The vehicle may then be unstable. Plan
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ahead for this possibility to insure continued safety and refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s
service manual for recommended procedures.
8. Always keep the lift area free of obstructions and debris. Clean up grease and oil spills
immediately.
9. Never raise a vehicle with passengers inside. Before lowering a vehicle, check the lift and
lift area and remove all obstructions. Before removing vehicle from the lift or lift area,
position arms to the drive through position and confirm an unobstructed exit.
10.Do not perform any maintenance or installation of any components without first
ensuring that electrical power has been disconnected at the source or panel and
cannot be re-energized until all maintenance and/or installation procedures are
completed (ANSI 244.1)
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS and LIFT SPECIFICATIONS
9,000 lb. Capacity (2,250 lb. per lift pad)
Lowered Height - Standard Lift Pad: 4’’
Raised Height - Standard Lift Pad: 71’’
Raised Height with adapters: 74’’
Lifting Time: 50 sec
Shipping Weight: 1,350 lb
Concrete: 4 inches, 3000psi (20.7MPa), aged 30 days.
Electrical: 230V-1ph-60Hz-20A
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SUGGESTED BAY DIMENSION REQUIREMENT
EACH BASEPLATE MUST MAINTAIN A MIN. DISTANCE OF 6 INCHES FROM ANY FLOOR SEAM
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TOOLS REQUIRED and PRE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Tools Required: Gather all the tools listed below.
4” x 4” Wooden Blocks (for unpacking)
16ft. Measuring Tape
Chalk Line and Chalk
Side Cutters
Crow Bar
Metric Wrenches and Ratchet Set
SAE Wrenches and Ratchet Set
Metric and SAE Allen Key Sets
Hammer
Screwdrivers
Step Ladder
4 ft. Level
Rotary Hammer Drill with 3/4” diameter Masonry Drill Bit
Pre Installation Procedures
Before proceeding with installation, read the installation manual and insure all instructions are
fully understood and all component parts are accounted for.
1. In the installation area, identify the center line of the bay and mark the floor. Also mark the
center of bay entrance door. Connect these two points with a short chalk line in the area
where lift will be located. Draw a second chalk line at 90° to locate the positions of both lift
columns. Insure each lift column is equal distance from bay centerline and each baseplate
maintains a minimum distance of 6 inches from any floor seam. Do not install if floor
has cracks or deterioration that could affect lift stability. The shop owner is responsible for
confirming there are no obstructions in the installation area like floor drains, under floor
piping or electrical conduit that could be damaged or prevent safe lift installation and secure
lift anchoring. Check ceiling for beams or heating ducts and walls for protruding structures,
etc. Confirm that the overall height you intend to install will fit in the bay. Insure the lift can
be safely installed in the position you have marked out on the bay floor.
2. Place the lift on wooden blocks so that the steel shipping frames can be removed.
3. Remove protective wrapping. Clear installation area of all packaging materials.
4. Unbolt steel shipping frames and remove from installation area.
5. Carefully remove top column and lay on the floor (carriage side up).
6. Carefully remove arms and hardware box from the lower column.
7. Identify powerpack column. Move (carriage side up) to appropriate location placing the
baseplate end on your floor marks. Similarly, move the second column to the opposite
location.
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
See the Installation and Parts Reference section of this manual for diagrams and parts
lists that will assist you during the installation process. Use these diagrams and parts lists
together with the following written instructions.
1. Assemble the tower extensions on each column (Diagram 2). (installed inverted for
shipping)
2. Raise the power side column and the other column(with extensions installed) facing each
other. Make sure the outside distance between baseplates is 135’’.
3. Using a 3/4" concrete drill, drill the anchor holes in the main side column, installing anchors
(do not tighten). Use a block of wood or rubber mallet to drive anchor bolts in. Drill to a
minimum depth of 4" to insure maximum holding power. Drilling thru concrete
(recommended) will allow the anchor to be driven thru the bottom if the threads are
damaged.
4. Using a level, check column for side-to-side plumb and front-to-back plumb. Use 3/4”
washers or shim stock, placing shims as close as possible to the hole locations. This will
prevent bending the column bottom plates. Tighten 3/4” anchor bolts to 150-lbs.
5. Install crossbeam as Diagram 2 and Diagram 13.
6. Using a tape measure, measure from back corner of the base on main side column to the
opposite back corner of the offside column to insure legs are square.
7. Drill holes and install anchor bolts at non-power side column.
8. Installing the equalizing cables: refer to Diagram 5 for general cable arrangement for the
lift. Set carriages on the first safety latch engagement. Be sure each carriage is at the same
height by measuring from the top of the base to the bottom of the carriage (double check
the latches before working under the carriages). This dimension should be within 1/4".
Run first cable. Tighten nut on one cable stud so that the end of stud passes the nylon on
the nut. Pull the other end of cable and run nut on it. Tighten both nuts. Repeat above for
second cable.
9. Connecting the hydraulic hoses, as shown on Diagram 10.
10. Mount the power unit on lift as Diagram 1.
11. Install the swing arms on the carriages using the included 1 1/2” diameter pins. Check for
proper engagement of the arm lock- the rack on the lock should fully engage the gear on
the arm.
12. Adjust the carriage cables tension. Adjust each cable to approximately 1/2” side-to-side
play. Check the latch releases to insure the carriage is still sitting on the appropriate latch.
13. Remove the vent plug from the power unit and fill the reservoir. Use ISO 32 hydraulic oil
(10W non detergent hydraulic oil). Put the black plastic cap at the top of the tank.
14. Attach micro switch to overhead safety bar bracket (diagram 13, item 3) on power pack
side of overhead cross-member. Connect the switch to power unit by referring diagram
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15. Make the electrical hookup to the power unit. 220V Single Phase. It is recommended that
a 220 Volt, 30 Amp twist lock plug be installed in the power line just ahead of the power
unit. Size wire for 30-amp circuit. Warning: the wiring must comply with local code.
Have a certified electrician make the electrical hook-up to the power unit.
Protect each circuit with time delay fuse or circuit breaker 208v.230v single
Phase. 60 Hz 30 Amps. Motor can not run on 50hz with out a physical change
to motor.
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16. Do not place any vehicle on the lift at this time. Cycle the lift up and down several
times to insure latches click together and all air is removed from the hydraulic system.
To lower the lift, latch releases must be manually released. Latches will automatically
reset once the lift ascends approximately 17" from base. If latches click out of sync,
tighten the cable on the one that clicks first.
Insure this manual along with all operation, inspection and maintenance
instructions are delivered to the owner/user/employer
Final Check Procedure of Assembled Lift
Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir. Confirm hydraulic connections are tight with no leaks.
Confirm black breather cap is installed in fill hole.
Confirm that both columns are level and properly shimmed with all anchor bolts torqued
to 150 ft.-lbs. (204Nm). Confirm lift stability
Confirm that all electrical components have been wired properly and are operational
Confirm that all cables are adjusted properly
Confirm safety locks and arm restraints are functioning properly
Lubricate all lubrication points (refer to pg. 15)
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