BASELINE Lift BL412 User Manual

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Issue 01 Effective: Oct 1, 2013

READ the Manual Thoroughly Before Installing,

Operating, Servicing, or Maintaining the Lift

SAVE this MANUAL and ALL INSTRUCTIONS

12,000 lb. (5454 kg) Closed Front 4-Post Lifts

BL412 – 12,000lb 4 Post Lift

1601 J.P. Hennessy Drive

La Vergne, TN 37086

Tel. [phone]

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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

1. Unloading Procedure & Lift Package Contents page 4

2. Important Safety Instructions page 5

3. General Requirements & Lift Specifications page 7

4. Tools Required & Pre Installation Procedures page 8

5. Installation Procedures page 10

6. Operating Instructions & Lift Maintenance page 15

7. Troubleshooting page 21

8. Lift Installation Diagrams & Parts Lists page 24

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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1. UNLOADING PROCEDURE & LIFT PACKAGE CONTENTS

For your information:

All lift components are packaged together in one module held together by steel frames
Optional accessories (ex. rolling jacks) are packaged separately.

UNPACKING PROCEDURE:

When the lift arrives on site:

1. If possible have lift unloaded in the installation area and on two 4"x 4" x 24" Wooden

Blocks (required for unpacking).

2. Check for freight damage and report immediately to the trucking company who

delivered the lift.

3. Check for missing parts and report immediately to the factory 1-877-799-LIFT(5438)

or [phone]

Main Components include:

Columns – 4 pcs
Runway Assemblies – 2 pcs
Crossbeams – 2 pcs (1 front – 1 rear)
Powerpack – 1 pc
Accessories (see list below)

Accessory includes:

Lifting Cables – 2 pcs
Hydraulic Hose - 1 pc
Approach Ramps – 2 pcs
Wheel Stops – 2 pcs
Owner’s Manual – 1 copy

Hardware Box includes: Fittings, bolts, washers, nuts, shims, and anchor bolts, etc.

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2. 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. To reduce risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of

flammable liquids (gasoline)

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 on wet surfaces 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, injury or death may be present.

In addition:

1. Only trained and authorized personnel should position a vehicle and operate the lift.

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 hydraulic system on this lift is not designed to be a load
holding device. Mechanical safety locks must be engaged before proceeding under the lift
for vehicle servicing or lift maintenance. Never override operating controls. This is unsafe
and will void the warranty.

4. Before driving a vehicle onto the lift, insure that the lift and lift area is clear of all debris

and that all oil and grease has been cleaned from runway surfaces.

5. Always chock wheels and set parking brake before lifting vehicle.

6. When using a jack(s) to raise a vehicle, position jack lifting pads to contact vehicle

manufacturers recommended lifting points. Raise jack slowly until all pads contact the
vehicle. Confirm that the vehicle is stable on the jack(s) before raising to desired working
height.

7. Important: Removal or installation of heavier parts can change the vehicle's center of

gravity on the jack(s) resulting in a critical load shift. The vehicle may then be unstable.
Plan 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. Grease and oil spills should be

cleaned up immediately.

9. Never raise a vehicle on the lift with passengers inside. Before lowering, check the lift

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and lift area and remove all obstructions. Before removing vehicle from the lift or lift
area, confirm an unobstructed exit.

10. DO NOT PERFORM ANY MAINTENANCE OR INSTALLATION OF ANY COMPONENTS WITH

OUT 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).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS & LIFT SPECIFICATIONS

12,000 lb. (5454 kg) Capacity - 6,000 lbs. (2727 kg) each Runway

constant supply of 230V 1PH 60Hz 20A electrical power is required for this lift.

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4. TOOLS REQUIRED & PRE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

TOOLS REQUIRED

 30ft. measuring tape, chalk line and chalk, 2 x 4 ft. level (laser level also suggested)
 Wooden blocks, Step Ladder
 Work stands - 4 (runway set-up and installation)
 Metric and SAE wrenches sets, ratchet sets and Allen key sets
 Crow bar, hammer and screwdrivers
 Rotary hammer drill c/w ¾ inch diameter masonry drill bit
 Hydraulic Oil (ISO 32)

PRE-INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Before proceeding with installation, read the installation manual and insure all instructions are fully
understood and all component parts listed on page 3 are accounted for.

Identify bay center line near the front and mark the floor. Also mark center of the bay entrance.
Connect these two points with a chalk line "A". Refer to diagram on the next page for minimum
clearance from bay entrance door and draw a second chalk line "C" at 90° to the centerline.

Measure 195.5’’ from line “C” and mark front baseplate line “B”. Make sure “B” is perpendicular to
“A”. Refer to diagram and mark line “D” and “E”. Line “B”, “C”, “D” and “E” are baseplate outlines.

These locations will be used to initially position each column, however, the 4 most

critical measurements will be inside column to inside column measurements confirmed
later in the installation process.

Confirm that the column baseplate locations you have marked are 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/lift 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. (overhead clearance must be the height of both vehicles added together
plus 8’’). Insure that the lift can be safely installed in the position you have marked out on the bay
floor.

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EACH BASEPLATE MUST MAINTAIN A MIN. DISTANCE OF 6 INCHES FROM ANY FLOOR SEAM

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5. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Remove protective wrapping from the lift and clear installation area of packaging materials.

Place two wooden blocks under the lift to enable fork lift or other access and to allow for
removal of shipping frames. Unbolt steel shipping frames and remove from installation area.
Take adequate precautions when working with runways, columns and other components.

2. Post and crossbeam installation: Lay front and rear crossbeams on the floor in

approximate locations of the posts with safety locking releasing bar facing outside. Make
sure the front crossbeam has the lever. Place wood blocks under the crossbeams to raise
them approximately 100mm to 300mm (4’’ to 12").

3. Locate posts in their respective positions, and make sure the driver side front post has

mounting holes for power unit. At this time, DO NOT secure posts to concrete.

4. Set both pre-assembled crossbeams inside the slots of each post. The locking ladder at

each post is needed to be pulled out first and then inserted back into crossbeam. The
crossbeams should rest on a safety lock position (same height on all four posts).

5. Secure each locking ladder bottom to each bracket at bottom of the post.

6. Runway Installation: Before installing runways, pull the hydraulic cylinder rod fully out

of the cylinder bore (it is easier to use compressed air).

7. Mount runways on crossbeams. The runway with the cylinder mounted underneath is

placed on the same side of the lift as the power unit (left side). Also, cylinder rod should
face to the rear crossbeam (see diagram 1&2). Do not tighten bolts at this time. The
rolling jack channel on both runways should face inside (for optional rolling jack).

8. Verify that runways are parallel to one another and crossbeams are parallel to one another.

Measure diagonally to verify assembly is square. Tighten all bolts on left runway at both
crossbeams. Warning: OVER TIGNTEN these bolts may damage crossbeam.

9. Lifting Cable Installation: Both cables are pre-installed on runway pulleys. Each cable

end should be marked for their respective post. To understand cable routing scheme, refer
to picture on the next page and diagram 1&2 in part list.

10. Run each cable end to their respective post. Make sure each cable goes through all pulleys

on its route. If pulleys, shafts and spacers are needed to be disassembled during cable
installation, be sure to reinstall all parts in the same order they were removed. Secure
each cable end at the top of each post, with a 20mm washer and two M20 nuts.

11. Safety Releasing Rod Installation: Locate the connecting rod (approx. same length as

runway) and attach each end to at the each crossbeam underneath the driver side runway
by using bolts. Refer to diagram 4 for details.