Bendpak HDS-14, HDS-14X User guide

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Commercial Grade Four-Post Lift

Installation and Operation Manual

Manual P/N 5900161 — Manual Revision G1 — April 2022

• HDS-14

• HDS-14X

Designed and engineered by BendPak Inc. in Southern California, USA. Made in China.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

!

Read this manual thoroughly before

DANGER

installing, operating, servicing or maintaining this Lift. Failure to
follow the instructions and safety precautions in this manual can
result in serious injury or death. Make sure all other operators
also read this manual. Keep the manual near the product for
future reference.

operation, you agree that you fully understand the contents
of this manual and assume full responsibility for product
use.

By proceeding with installation and

Manual. HDS-14 and HDS-14X Commercial Grade Four-Post Lift, Installation and Operation Manual, Manual

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P/N 5900161, Manual Revision G1, Released April 2022.

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manual. However, product updates, revisions, and/or changes may have occurred since this manual was
published. BendPak reserves the right to change any information in this manual without incurring any obligation for
equipment previously or subsequently sold. BendPak is not responsible for typographical errors in this manual.
You can always find the latest version of the manual for your product on the BendPak website.

Warranty. The BendPak warranty is more than a commitment to you: it is also a commitment to the value of
your new product. Contact your nearest BendPak dealer or visit www.bendpak.com/support/warranty
full warranty details.

for

Safety. Your product was designed and manufactured with safety in mind. However, your safety also depends
on proper training and thoughtful operation. Do not install, operate, maintain, or repair the unit without reading and
understanding this manual and the labels on the unit;

do not use your Lift unless you can do so safely!

Owner Responsibility. In order to maintain your product properly and to ensure everyone’s safety, it is the

responsibility of the product owner to read and follow these instructions:

• Follow all installation, operation, and maintenance instructions.

• Make sure product installation conforms to all applicable local, state, and federal codes, rules, and regulations,
such as state and federal OSHA regulations and electrical codes.

• Read and follow all safety instructions; keep them readily available for operators.

• Make sure all operators are properly trained, know how to safely operate the unit, and are properly supervised.

• Do not operate the product until you are certain that all parts are in place and operating correctly.

• Carefully inspect the product on a regular basis and perform all maintenance as specified.

• Service and maintain the unit with approved replacement parts only.

• Keep instructions permanently with the product
and make sure all labels are clean and visible.

Only use the Lift if it can be used safely!

Unit Information. Enter the Model Number, Serial

Number, and the Date of Manufacture from the label
on your unit. This information is required for part or
warranty issues.

Model:

Serial:

Date of Manufacture:

Table of Contents

Introduction 3 Maintenance 64

Shipping Information 4 Troubleshooting 66

Safety Considerations 4 Wiring Diagrams 67

Components 7

Specifications 9 Parts Drawings 72

FAQs 11 Certificate of Conformity 79

Installation Checklist 12 ALI Store 81

Installation 13 Maintenance Logs 82

Operation 61

Labels 69

Introduction

This manual describes the following BendPak Four-Post Lifts:

• HDS-14. Four-Post Lift with an overall width of 131.75" / 3,346 mm raising Vehicles up to

14,000 lbs. (6,350 kg).

• HDS-14X. Has the same overall width as the HDS-14, but with

Vehicles up to 14,000 lbs. (6,350 kg).

Both models are certified by the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI).

This manual is mandatory reading for all users of the HDS-14 Series Lifts, including anyone who
installs, uses, maintains, repairs, or wants to know more about them.

Keep this manual on or near the equipment so that anyone who uses or services it can read it. If you
are having issues, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual for assistance.

⚠ DANGER Use care when installing, operating, maintaining, or repairing this equipment; failure to

Technical support and service is available from your dealer, on the Web at bendpak.com/support,
by email at [e-mail], or by phone at [phone], extension 196. You may
also contact BendPak for parts replacement information at [phone], extension 191; please
have the model and serial number of your unit available.

extended length

do so could result in property damage, product damage, injury, or in very rare cases,
death. Make sure only authorized personnel operate this equipment. All repairs must
be performed by an authorized technician. Do not make modifications to the unit; this
voids the warranty and increases the chances of injury or property damage. Make
sure to read and follow the instructions in this manual and on the labels on the unit.

, raising

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To protect yourself, do not sign until

you have inspected the shipment.

Shipping Information

Your equipment was carefully checked before shipping. Nevertheless, you should thoroughly inspect
the shipment

When you sign a bill of lading, it tells the carrier that the items on the invoice were received in good
condition.
the items listed on the bill of lading are missing or are damaged, do not accept the shipment until the
carrier makes a notation on the bill of lading that lists the missing and/or damaged goods.

before

you sign to acknowledge that you received it.

after

If any of

If you discover missing or damaged goods
lading, notify the carrier at once and request the carrier to make an inspection. If the carrier will not
make an inspection, prepare a signed statement to the effect that you have notified the carrier (on a
specific date) and that the carrier has failed to comply with your request.

It is difficult to collect for loss or damage after you have given the carrier a signed bill of lading. If this
happens to you, file a claim with the carrier promptly. Support your claim with copies of the bill of
lading, freight bill, invoice, and photographs, if available.

you process your claim does not make us responsible for collection of claims or
replacement of lost or damaged materials.

Safety Considerations

Read this entire manual carefully before installing or using the product.

install or operate the product until you are familiar with all operating instructions and warnings. Do not
allow anyone else to operate it until they are familiar with all operating instructions and warnings. Keep
this manual on or near the product for future reference.

Read and follow the warnings and instructions on the labels on the product. Contact BendPak at
[phone] extension 191, or email [e-mail] if you need replacement labels
or a replacement manual.

after

you receive the shipment and have signed the bill of

Our willingness to assist in helping

Do not

⚠ WARNING California Proposition 65. This product can expose you to chemicals including

styrene and vinyl chloride which are on the list of over 900 chemicals identified by
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm. Always
use this product in accordance with BendPak’s instructions. For more information,
visit www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Important Safety Information

When using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

• Read and understand all safety warning procedures before operating the Lift.

• Only operate your Lift between temperatures of 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C).

• Make sure the all operators read and understand this Installation and Operation Manual.

the Manual near the Lift at all times

• The product may only be operated by authorized, trained persons. Keep children and untrained
personnel away from the Lift.

• Do not make any modifications to the Lift; this voids the warranty and increases the chances of
injury or property damage. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

Never

•

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exceed the rated capacity of the Lift.

.

Keep

• While the Lift is in use, keep all body parts well away from it. Keep feet clear of Lift when lowering.
Avoid punch points.

must

• You
when installing, using, maintaining, or repairing the Lift: leather gloves, steel-toed work boots, eye
protection, back belts, and hearing protection are

• Do not use the Lift while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.

• Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.

• Do not operate equipment with a damaged power cord or if the equipment has been dropped or
damaged – until it has been examined by a qualified service person.

• Do not let a cord hang over the edge of a table, bench, or counter or come in contact with hot
manifolds or moving fan blades.

• If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating equal to or more than that of the
equipment should be used. Cords used for less current than the equipment may overheat. Care
should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.

• Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use. Never use the cord to pull the plug
from the outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.

• To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of flammable
liquids (gasoline).

• To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, never overload receptacles. Refer to the labels for the
proper load on receptacles.

• Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion engines.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use on wet surfaces or expose to rain.

• BendPak recommends referring to the ANSI/ALI ALIS Standard (Current Edition) Safety
Requirements for Installation and Service for more information about safely installing, using, and
servicing your Lift.

• Always wear safety glasses! Everyday glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses.

• Let equipment cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around equipment when
storing.

• Make an inspection of the Lift
use it if you find any of these issues. Instead, take it out of service, then contact an authorized
repair facility, your dealer, or BendPak at [phone] or [e-mail].

• BendPak recommends making a
Replace any damaged or severely worn parts, decals, or warning labels.

• The Lift uses electrical energy; if your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to
implement them after connecting the Lift to a power source.

• When handling the Hydraulic components, always wear safety gloves! In rare cases, a
needle-like stream of Hydraulic Fluid (even at low pressure) can penetrate fingers, hands, or arms.
Such a puncture can feel like a bite, electric shock, or a prick. While it may seem like a minor issue,
any amount of Hydraulic Fluid injected into the human body is a serious issue. Anyone suffering
such a puncture wound should be immediately taken to as an emergency to the hospital to
determine the extent of the injury. Explain the circumstances of the injury to the attending
physician, including what type of Hydraulic Fluid was involved. Do not assume a puncture wound
that could have been caused by Hydraulic Fluid is a minor issue; it could be life-threatening.

wear OSHA-approved (publication 3151) personal protective equipment at all times

before

thorough

mandatory

using it. Check for damaged, worn, or missing parts. Do not

inspection of the product at least once a year.

.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Symbols

Following are the symbols used in this manual:

⚠ DANGER Calls attention to an immediate hazard that will result in death or severe injury.

⚠ WARNING Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in death or severe

personal injury.

⚠ CAUTION Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in minor personal

injury, product damage, or property damage.

NOTICE Calls attention to a situation that, if not avoided, could result in product or property

damage.

Tip Calls attention to information that can help you use your product better.

Liability Information

BendPak Inc. assumes no liability for damages resulting from:

• Use of the equipment for purposes other than those described in this manual.

• Modifications to the equipment without prior, written permission from BendPak.

• Injury or death caused by modifying, disabling, overriding, or removing safety features.

• Damage to the equipment from external influences.

• Incorrect operation of the equipment.

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Components

Drawing shows the two possible Power Post locations; only one Post has Mounting Brackets for the
Power Unit. Not all components are shown.

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The main components of your HDS-14 Series Lift include:

• Power Post. The Post that holds the Power Unit.

locations

Brackets on it. Mount the Power Unit on one of the two Mounting Brackets.

• The other three Posts. These Posts are interchangeable.

• Power Unit. An electric/hydraulic unit that connects to an electric power source and then
provides Hydraulic Fluid to the Hydraulic Cylinder that raises and lowers the Runways.

• Powerside Runway. On the same side as the Power Post. The Powerside Runway has the
Hydraulic Cylinder and the Lifting Cables under them. The Powerside Runway
Power Post.

• Offside Runway. The other Runway. It does not have a Hydraulic Cylinder or Lifting Cables
underneath.

• Flex Tube. Not shown. A flexible, black tube that attaches to an opening on the Powerside
Runway on one end and to the bottom of the Flex Tube Bracket Plate (near the Power Unit) on the
other end. Used for routing the Air Line, Return Line, and Hydraulic Hose to the Power Unit.

• Utility Rails. Hold the optional Rolling Jacks. Utility Rails

• Crosstubes. Go at each end of the Lift. The Crosstubes are hollow; the Lifting Cables that raise
and lower the Runways are routed through the Crosstubes. The Crosstubes are not
interchangeable; each Crosstube has an opening (called a ‘Window’) that faces the inside of the

Make sure to install the Lift so that the Windows open to the inside of the Lift

Lift.

only

• Drive-up Ramps. One for each Runway. Use them to drive onto and off of the Runways.

• Tire Stops. Located at the Front of the Lift, Tire Stops prevent the Vehicle’s Front Tires from
going any further forward. Additionally, we strongly recommend chocking the Vehicle’s Rear Tires.

• Safety Locks. Once engaged, they hold the Runways in position, even if the power goes out or
there is a leak in the Hydraulic Hoses.

engaged on a Safety Lock.

• Pushbutton Air Valve. Includes a Pushbutton that moves the Safety Locks away from the
Ladder so that they do not engage as you lower the Runways. Used only to lower the Runways.
Located next to the Power Post.

• Safety Ladders. Part of the Safety Lock System installed at the back of the Post, somewhat
resembles a Ladder.

. You can tell the Power Post from the other Posts because it has two Mounting

.

Only leave the Runways on the ground or

The Power Post can be in either of two

must

go next to the

must

go on the inside of the Lift.

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Specifications

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Model HDS-14 HDS-14X

Lifting Capacity 14,000 lbs. / 6,350 kg

Max capacity at Front Axle 7000 lbs. / 3175 kg

Max capacity at Rear Axle 7000 lbs. / 3175 kg

a Min. runway height

b Maximum rise

c Maximum lifting height

d Overall width1

e Outside length

f Overall length

g Height of post

h Distance between posts

i Drive-thru clearance

j Runway width

k Runway length

l Width between runways

m Runway centerline to centerline

distance

7.5" / 192 mm 7.5" / 192 mm

70" / 1,778 mm 70" / 1,778 mm

77.5" / 1,969 mm 77.5" / 1,969 mm

130" / 3,304 mm

d1:131.75" / 3,346 mm

130" / 3,304 mm

d1:131.75" / 3,346 mm m

213" / 5,410 mm 243" / 6,172 mm

241" / 6,131 mm 271" / 6,893 mm

92" / 2,337 mm 92" / 2,337 mm

120" / 3,046 mm 120" / 3,046 mm

98" / 2,482 mm 98" / 2,482 mm

20" / 508 mm 20" / 508 mm

203" / 5,156 mm 233" / 5,918 mm

34.5" or 41.5" /
876 – 1,054 mm

56" or 63" /

1,422 or 1,600 mm

34.5" or 41.5" /
876 – 1,054 mm

56" or 63" /

1,422 or 1,600 mm

n Outside edge to outside edge of
runways

78" or 85" /

1,981 or 2,150 mm

78" or 85" /

1,981 or 2,150 mm

Min. wheelbase @ rated capacity2 140" / 3,556 mm 170" / 4,318 mm

Min. wheelbase @ 75 capacity2 120" / 3,048 mm 145" / 3,683 mm

Min. wheelbase @ 50 capacity2 100" / 2,540 mm 120" / 3,048 mm

Min. wheelbase @ 25 capacity2 80" / 2,032 mm 95" / 2,413 mm

Safety Lock positions 13, spaced every 4 in. / 102 mm

Lifting time 60 seconds

3

Motor

1

Overall Width is defined as the dimension outside to outside of the Baseplates. Use d measurement listed
above for creating Chalk Lines. The d1 measurement above includes the Bolt, Washer and Nut extending out
near the bottom of the Posts used for securing the Safety Ladders.

2

The Lift supports less weight than its rated capacity if the Vehicle’s wheelbase is shorter; this is because the
wheels are closer to the middle of the Runways, where there is less strength. For example, the maximum
weight allowed on the Lift for a Vehicle with a wheelbase of 100" is 50 percent of the Lift’s rated capacity (or
7,000 lbs. when the rated capacity is 14,000 lbs.).

Specifications subject to change without notice

220 VAC, 60 Hz, 1Ph (Special voltages available upon request)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What kinds of Vehicles can I put on my Lift?

Answer: Cars, trucks, SUVs; anything that fits on the Runways, up to 14,000 lbs. (6,350 kg).

Q: Can any of the four Posts be the ‘Power Post’?

A: No; the only two possible locations for the Power Post are either the Front Driver-Side or the Rear

Passenger-Side. This will be explained later.

Q: Can I use my Lift to store boxes of stuff instead of Vehicles?

A: No; this is not the intended use of the Lift. It is not designed to be used this way.

Q: How can my Lift fit both narrow and wide Vehicles on the Runways?

A: The Offside Runway (the Non-Cylinder Runway) can be easily switched between the narrow and

wide settings. You would need to unbolt the Offside Runway on both ends, slide it over to the
other position, and then bolt it into position.

Q: Does the Lift have to be anchored in place?

A: Yes, BendPak

Rolling Bridge Jack, the Lift

strongly

recommends that you anchor the Lift. If you plan to use the optional

must

be anchored.

Q: How high does the ceiling have to be?

A: It depends on the height of the Vehicles you are putting on the Runways and how high you raise

the Runways. If you are going to put a tall Vehicle on the Lift and raise it all the way up, you should
check to make sure there is enough room.

Q: Does it matter if I drive my Vehicles in front first or back them in?

A: We strongly recommend driving your Vehicle in front first, because that makes it easier to center

the wheels on the Runways. Also, remember to put the front wheels up against the Tire Stops
and chock the rear wheels.

Q: Will the Lifting Cables really hold my Vehicles?

A: Yes. Your Lift has 12 mm inch thick, aircraft-quality wire rope that runs through oversized

Sheaves, reducing friction on them and extending their life with minimal maintenance.

Q: How many Safety Locks does my Lift have?

A: The HDS-14 series Lifts have 15 Safety Lock positions.

Q: How long can I leave a Vehicle on a raised Runway?

A: As long as you want,

gravity holds it in position, so a loss of power does not impact it; it is going to stay where you left
it. Always leave the Runways either fully lowered or engaged on a Safety Lock.

Q: Can I install my Lift outside?

A: Your Lift is approved for indoor installation and use only.

if it is on a Safety Lock

. Once the Lift is engaged on a Safety Lock,

Outdoor installation is prohibited

.

Q: How many Rolling Bridge Jacks can I use on my Four Post Lift?

A: Two.

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Never

the Front or Rear of the Lift. See Usable Area for more information.

place the Rolling Bridge Jack towards the middle of the Runways, they

must

go at

Installation Checklist

Following are the steps needed to install your HDS-14 Series Lift. Perform them in the order shown.

☐ 1. Review the safety rules.
☐ 2. Make sure you have the necessary tools.
☐ 3. Plan for Electrical work.
☐ 4. Select the installation location.
☐ 5. Check the Clearances.
☐ 6. Decide the Lift Orientation.
☐ 7. Unload and unpack the Lift components.
☐ 8. Create Chalk Line Guides.
☐ 9. Move the Posts into position.
☐ 10. Install the Crosstubes.
☐ 11. About Safety Locks.
☐ 12. Install the Ladders and Top Caps.
☐ 13. Raise the Crosstubes.
☐ 14. Secure the Ladders.
☐ 15. Removing the Sheaves.
☐ 16. Install the Runways.
☐ 17. Route the Lifting Cables.
☐ 18. Working with Compression Fittings and Tubing.
☐ 19. Install the Air Line.
☐ 20. Install the Return Line.
☐ 21. Learn about Hydraulic Contamination.
☐ 22. Learn about Thread Sealants.
☐ 23. Install the Hydraulic Hose.
☐ 24. Install the Power Unit.
☐ 25. Install the Flex Tube Bracket Plate and Angle Plate.
☐ 26. Install the Flex Tube.
☐ 27. Install the Pushbutton Air Valve and connect the Air Lines.
☐ 28. Connect the Return Line.
☐ 29. Connect the Hydraulic Hose.
☐ 30. Contact the Electrician.
☐ 31. Connect to a power source (
☐ 32. Install the Power Disconnect Switch and Thermal Disconnect Switch (
☐ 33. About Effective Embedment.
☐ 34. Anchor the Posts.
☐ 35. Perform final leveling.
☐ 36. Install the Accessories.
☐ 37. Lubricate the Lift.
☐ 38. Test the Lift.
☐ 39. Review the final checklist.
☐ 40. Leave the Manual with the owner/operator.

Electrician required

).

Electrician required

).

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•

•

•

•

•

•

Installation

The installation process takes multiple steps. Perform them in the order listed.

Read the entire Installation section before beginning the install

understanding of the process as a whole.

⚠ WARNING

Only use the factory-supplied parts that came with your Lift

parts from a different source, you void your warranty and compromise the safety of
everyone who installs or uses the Lift. If you are missing parts, visit

bendpak.com/support or call [phone], extension 191.

; this gives you a better

. If you use

Being Safe

While installing this equipment, your safety depends on proper training and thoughtful operation.

⚠ WARNING Do not install this equipment unless you have automotive Lift installation training.

Always use proper lifting tools, such as a Forklift or Shop Crane, to move heavy
components. Do not install this equipment without reading and understanding this
manual and the safety labels on the unit.

Only fully trained personnel should be involved in installing this equipment. Pay attention at all times.
Use appropriate tools and lifting equipment. Stay clear of moving parts.

BendPak recommends referring to the current version of the ANSI/ALI ALIS Standard Safety
Requirements for Installation and Service for more information about safely installing, using, and
servicing your Lift.

⚠ WARNING You

must

wear OSHA-approved (publication 3151) personal protective equipment

at all times when installing, using, maintaining, or repairing the Lift: leather gloves,
steel-toed work boots, eye protection, back belts, and hearing protection are

mandatory

.

Required Tools

You may need some or all of the following tools:

Rotary hammer drill or similar

¾ inch carbide bit (conforming to ANSI

B212.15)

Hammer, crow bar, and two sawhorses

Four-foot level and 12-foot ladder

Open-end wrench set, SAE and metric

Socket and ratchet set, SAE and metric

Red and White Lithium Grease

• Hex key wrench set

• Medium crescent wrench, torque wrench,

pipe wrench

• Chalk line

• Medium-sized flat screwdriver and

needle-nose pliers

• Tape measure (25 feet or above)

• Forklift, Shop Crane, or heavy-duty rolling

dolly

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Planning for Electrical Work

You will need to have a licensed, certified Electrician available at some point in the installation.

Notify your Electrician in advance so that they come prepared with an appropriate Power Cord with a
Plug for connecting to the power source, a Power Disconnect Switch, and a Thermal Disconnect
Switch.

NOTICE Wiring must be provided by the Electrician; it is not supplied with the Lift.

⚠ DANGER All wiring

work conforms to all applicable local and federal codes, rules and regulations, such
as state and federal OSHA regulations and electrical codes.

Your Electrician needs to:

• Connect the Power Unit to an electric power source. An electric power source is

required. The Power Unit comes with a pigtail for wiring to a power source. Have your Electrician
remove the pigtail and wire from inside the Electrical Box on the Power Unit to a Power Cord and
Plug or have them wire it directly into the electrical system at the Lift location.

Note: Installing the Power Unit and connecting the Power Unit to the power source are

separate procedures and are completed at different times in the installation process. You
do not need an Electrician to install the Power Unit, but an Electrician is
connect the Power Unit to the power source.

• Install a Power Disconnect Switch. Ensures you can quickly and completely interrupt

electrical power to the Lift in the event of an electrical circuit fault, emergency situation, or when
equipment is undergoing service or maintenance. Put it within sight and reach of the Lift operator.

• Install a Thermal Disconnect Switch. Ensures the equipment shuts down in the event of an

overload or an overheated motor.

must

be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician. Verify all electrical

required

to

Electrical Information

⚠ DANGER All wiring

national and local codes. Do not perform any maintenance until main electrical
power has been disconnected from the Lift and cannot be re-energized until all
procedures are complete.

Important electrical information:

• Improper electrical installation can damage the Power Unit motor, which is not covered by the
warranty.

• The Lift uses electrical energy; if your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to
implement them after connecting to a power source.

• Use a separate circuit breaker for each Power Unit.

• Protect each circuit with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker:

- For a 208 to 230 VAC, single phase circuit, use a 25 amp fuse.

- For a 208 to 230 VAC, three phase circuit, use a 20 amp fuse.

- For a 380 to 440 VAC, three phase circuit, use a 15 amp fuse.

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must

be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician in accordance with

Selecting a Location

When selecting the location for your Lift, consider:

• Architectural plans. Consult the architectural plans for your desired installation location. Make
sure there are no issues between what you want to do and what the plans show.

• Available space. Make sure there is enough space for the Lift: front, back, sides, and above.

• Overhead Clearance. Check for overhead obstructions such as building supports, heaters,
electrical lines, low ceilings, hanging lights, and so on. Use the maximum lifting height of your Lift
model plus the height of the tallest Vehicle you plan on raising to determine how much height you
will need at the Lift location.

• Power. You need an appropriate power source for the Power Unit.

• Outdoor installations. Your Lift is approved for indoor installation and use only.

installation is prohibited.

• Floor. Only install the Lift on a flat, concrete floor; do not install on asphalt or any other surface.
The surface must be level; do not install if the surface has more than three degrees of slope.

Outdoor

⚠ WARNING Installing your Lift on a surface with more than three degrees of slope could lead to

injury or even death; only install the Lift on a level floor. If your floor is not level,
consider making the floor level or using a different location.

• Shimming. If your concrete floor is not completely level, you can use Shims under the bases of
the Posts, as needed, to level the Lift. To estimate your Shim requirements, use a transit level and
targets to check for flatness. Use the provided Shims as necessary.

NOTICE Do not shim a Post more than half an inch using the provided Shims and Anchor

Bolts. A maximum shim of 2 inches is possible by ordering optional Shim Plates.
Contact BendPak at [phone], extension 191 to order.

• Concrete specifications. Do not install the Lift within 6 inches of cracked or defective
concrete. Make sure the concrete is at least 4.25 inches thick, 3,000 PSI, and cured for a
minimum of 28 days.

⚠ CAUTION BendPak lifts are supplied with installation instructions and Concrete anchors that

meet the criteria set by the current version of the American National Standard
“Automotive Lifts – Safety Requirements for Construction, Testing, and Validation”,
ANSI/ALI ALCTV. You are responsible for any special regional structural and/or
seismic anchoring requirements specified by any other agencies and/or codes such
as the Uniform Building Code (UBC) and/or International Building Code (IBC).

Be sure to check your floor for the possibility of it being a
must contact the building architect
find the tensioned steel.

before

drilling. Using ground penetrating radar may help you

post-tension slab

. In this case, you

⚠ WARNING Cutting through a tensioned Cable can result in injury or death. Do not drill into a

post-tension slab unless the building architect confirms you are not going to hit
tensioned steel or you have located it using ground penetrating radar.

sheath comes up during drilling, stop drilling immediately

• Multi-Lift installations. In a Multi-Lift layout, there must be a minimum spacing of 5 inches
from the edge of the Baseplates to the edge of the Baseplates on the next Lift.

If colored

.

⚠ WARNING Installing a Lift closer than 5 inches from the next Lift compromises the holding

strength of the Anchor Bolts, putting anyone near the Lifts in danger.

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• Non-Slip Rubber Pads. If you do not plan to anchor the Lift (and want to use the optional
Caster Kit), you could go to your local hardware store and get non-slip Rubber Pads and size them
to fit the bottom of the Base Plates; the Pads will protect against scratches on special flooring if the
Lift accidentally shifts as a result of not anchoring the Lift. Use the Caster Kit to raise the Lift and
then put the Pads into place.

Checking Clearances

Clearance around and above the Lift is

required for safety

. Refer to the figure below.

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Usable Area

The strength of the Runways is reduced in the middle, so you
you are raising in this area. The same restriction applies to Rolling Jacks and Bottle-Jack Trays; they

not

must

be used in this middle section of the Runways.

must not

put the Wheels of a Vehicle

⚠ CAUTION Do not load Vehicles so the Wheels of the Vehicle are in the middle of the Runways

or use Rolling Jacks or Bottle-Jack Trays in that area; it could permanently damage
the Runways. Damage caused by this unsupported use of the Lift is
by the Warranty.

This will not impact your use of the Lift in the vast majority of cases, as the length of the wheelbases of
the Vehicles you are raising put the Wheels in the Usable Areas.

not

covered

Top view. Drawing not to scale. Not all components shown.

For more information about the BendPak Rolling Jacks, visit our Rolling Jacks website page.

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Deciding the Lift Orientation

Before going any further, decide how you want to orient your Lift. This decision affects where you will

not

place your Power Post and also the positioning of the Runways, which are

interchangeable.

The Powerside Runway and
your Power Post at either the Front Driver-Side or the Rear Passenger-Side. The Drive-up
Ramps are not affected by the Power Post location.

The drawings in this manual show the Power Post at the Rear Passenger-Side, but that does not
mean you have to. In many cases, the main factor is the location of the power source; many
customers prefer to place their Power Post (which holds the Power Unit) near the power source. If
power is not an issue, choose the option below that best fits your setup.

Important: Installers, you need to have the Lift owner make this decision no later than when

moving the Posts into position.

must

be installed next to the Power Post. You can choose to position

Power Post Location –

Front Driver-side

Power Post Location –

Rear Passenger-side

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Creating Chalk Line Guides

Create the Chalk Line Guides so that the outside edges of all four Posts fit into the four corners
created by the Chalk Line Guides.

See Specifications to determine the Overall Width and Outside Length values for your Lift.

Note: Do

consideration for creating Chalk Line Guides.

not

use the

Overall

Length value; this includes the Ramps, which are not taken into

To create Chalk Line Guides:

1. Create the Front and Rear Chalk Lines; make the Front and Rear Chalk Line longer than the

Overall Width setting.

must

The Front and Rear Chalk Lines
are parallel.

2. Create the two Side Chalk Lines at 90° angles to the Front Chalk Line and parallel to each
other; make the Side Chalk Lines longer than the Outside Length setting

3. Before moving the Posts into position, measure
measurements are the same. This ensures your layout is correct.

Do not forget to check the diagonals.

4. When you move the Posts into position, put the corners of the Base Plates inside the corners
created by the four Chalk Lines.

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also be parallel to each other; measure to verify that they

diagonally

to make sure the two diagonal

Unloading and Unpacking

Once the components are unloaded, they are your responsibility to move around. As the Lift includes a
number of heavy pieces, the closer you unload them to the installation location, the better off you are.

⚠ CAUTION Some Lift components are very heavy; if handled incorrectly, they can damage

⚠ WARNING The Posts and Runways are delivered with stabilizing structures on each end. Be

materials like tile, sandstone, and brick. Try to handle the Lift components twice:
once when delivered and once when moved into position. You must have a Forklift
or Shop Crane to move them into position. Use care when moving them.

very careful when removing these stabilizing structures; the Posts and Runways
can shift or even fall. If they fall on a person, they could cause serious injury.

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Moving the Posts into Position

Use a Forklift or Shop Crane to move the Posts, one at a time, to the inside corners of the Chalk Line
Guides.

Important: Position the Power Post at your chosen location. Remember, the Power Post can only

go in two possible locations: the
The other three Posts can go at any of the remaining Post locations. Refer to

Deciding the Lift Orientation for more information.

Front Driver-Side

or the

Rear Passenger-Side

.

⚠ DANGER The Posts are extremely heavy; use caution when handling them. If they shift

position or fall, they could cause serious injury. Only allow trained personnel move
the Post and use appropriate lifting devices, such as a Forklift or Shop Crane.

Do not stand up the Posts yet

Posts are laying on the ground.

To move the Posts into position:

1. Using a proper lifting device, move the Posts, one at a time, to the inside corners of the Chalk Line
Guides you created.

2. Do not anchor the Posts at this point.

; some of the following procedures are easier to complete if the

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Installing the Crosstubes

Your HDS-14 Series Lift has two Crosstubes:

• Crosstube with a Large Window: Goes on the end of the Lift opposite of the Power Post,
with the Large Window facing to the inside of the Lift. 5215597.

• Crosstube with a Small Window: Adjacent to the Power Post, with the Small Window facing
to the inside of Lift. 5215663.

Important: It is possible to install the Crosstubes

time now and get it right the first time.

The following drawing shows the correct locations for the Crosstubes.

incorrectly

in several different ways. Take your

To install the Crosstubes:

1. Orient the Crosstubes in their required locations.

2. Put the black Slide Blocks (5716005) into place on the outside ends of each Gusset, four Slide
Blocks per each Crosstube Gusset.

Align the holes in the Slide Blocks with the rods on the side of the Gusset, then press the Slide
Blocks in. Make sure the Slide Blocks are oriented so that they create a Slot when pushed in.

Top View. Drawing shows how to properly
install two install Slide Blocks onto the
Crosstube Gusset.

Not all components are shown.

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The four Slide Blocks on a Gusset create two slots. There is one Slot at the top of the Gusset and
a second Slot at the bottom; the Ladder

must

go through both Slots in the Gusset.

⚠ WARNING If the Slide Blocks are not correctly installed, then the Slots for the Ladder are not

created. In such a case, the Safety Locks will not work correctly, which endangers
everyone who uses the Lift. Make sure to correctly install the Slide Blocks.

Front View. Drawing shows the Top and
Bottom Slots created by the Slide Blocks.

Not all components are shown.

3. Put the Crosstubes into place by doing either of the following:

o Lean over the two Posts at one end of the Lift (some people put them on sawhorses, some

people lay them on the ground), slide the Crosstubes into place, then carefully stand up the
Posts; make sure to put them back in their correct locations inside the Chalk Line guides.

o Carefully stand up the Posts, use a Forklift or Shop Crane to raise the Crosstube above the

top of the two Posts that it goes between, and then slide the Crosstube down to the bottom.

⚠ WARNING Use care when installing the Crosstubes, as the Posts are not anchored in place at

this point. Dropping or knocking over the Posts may cause permanent damage
equipment damage or serious personal injury. The Crosstubes and Posts are
heavy; do not lift without proper assistance.

4. Perform Steps 2 and 3 for the other Crosstube.

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hold the Runways in place, even if the pow
Hos
4 in.

Important

⚠

four
move into the holes in the Ladder. When you move the Runways back
down a little after passing a Safety Lock, the Safety Lock engages.
Once they are engaged, Safety Locks stay engaged until yo
to lower

⚠

press and hold down

About Safety Locks

er goes out or the Hydraulic

es break or leak. The Safety Locks are spaced every

/ 100 mm. Each Post has its own Ladder and set of Safety Locks.

: Simply raising the Runways does

on the Safety Locks. You must back the Runways
down onto the Safety Locks to engage them.

WARNING Safety Locks are dependent on correct installation of

the ‘Ladders’. Pay careful attention when installing
the Ladders, thus ensuring correct operation of the
Safety Locks on your Lift.

adders, one per Post, are steel pieces with holes spaced every

inches / 100 mm. As you raise the Runways, the Safety Locks

the Runways.

WARNING Always leave the Runways either fully lowered or

engaged on their Safety Locks. When you engage
the Safety Locks at a desired height, check to make
sure that all four Safety Locks (one per Post) are
engaged.

not

engage them

u are ready

So how do the Runways come down if the Safety Locks are engaged? To lower the Runways, you
raise them a few inches (to get them off the Safety Locks), then
on the Pushbutton Air Valve. While you hold down the pushbutton, the Safety Locks are moved away
from the Ladders; in this position, they cannot engage, which allows the Runways to be lowered.

Out of an abundance of caution, your Lift has a second, independent Safety Lock system called the
Slack Safety. In total, your Lift has two Safety systems:

• Safety Locks: The primary system to hold up the Runways on your Lift are the Safety Locks.
When you move the Runways up, you can hear clicks as the Safety Locks go into the holes in the
Ladders. When you want to keep the Runways at a certain height, you go slightly past the height
you want, then back the Safety Locks down in to the holes in the Ladders, which engages them.

• Slack Safety: The Slack Safeties are next to the Safety Locks on the ends of the Crosstube
Gussets. They are different from the Safety Locks in that when the Cables are taut (which they are
during normal operation), they hold the Slack Safeties away from the Ladder so that the Slack
Safeties cannot engage. However, if a Cable were to break (which very rarely happens), the Slack
Safety for the broken Cable immediately engages, preventing the Runways from falling.

The Slack Safety Locks get engaged during installation when you raise the Crosstubes (see Raising

the Crosstubes). Make sure to disengage them immediately after raising the Crosstubes.

the pushbutton

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Installing the Ladders and Top Cap

Each Post has a Ladder (5600915); each Ladder gets installed on the inside back of a Post. Ladders
are secured at the top and the bottom.

Make sure to install each Ladder through

NOTICE: It is much easier to secure the bottom of the Ladders once the Crosstubes have

been raised, so that portion of installing the Ladders is described in Securing the

Ladders.

both slots

on each Crosstube Gusset.

⚠ WARNING Make sure to install the Ladders correctly. If they are not installed correctly, the

Safety Locks on your Lift may not hold the weight of a Vehicle, putting anyone
under the Lift in danger. The Ladders must never on the base of the Post or
damage to the Lift can occur.

Drawing shows how to route
the Ladders through both
Slots created by the Slide
Blocks.

Not all components shown.
Post not shown for clarity.

To install the Ladders and the Top Caps:

1. Take a Ladder and slide it down the back of the Post, with the Bolt Hole end at the bottom, as
shown in the graphic above.

Make sure the Ladder goes through both Slots on each Gusset

.

⚠ WARNING It is easy to see the top Slot created by the Slide Blocks. It is difficult to see the

bottom Slot, but it is

2. Install the remaining three Ladders the same way.

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required

that the Ladder goes through

both

Slots.

3.

Moving to the top of the Ladders

, put the M20 Nut on the Threaded Bolt at the top; move

the M20 Nut down half an inch from the top of the Post.

Drawing shows connections
to make to the Top Cap, near
the top of the Posts.

Not all components shown.

4. Put the Top Caps in place and secure the sides with two M6 Hex Bolts (5530756).

5. Attach a M20 Nyloc Nut on each Safety Ladder until 1 in / 25 mm of thread is above the top of
the Top Nut.

Important: Do not securely tighten the Top Nut at the top of the Top Cap at this point; they can

be securely tightened after you do the final leveling to the Lift.

6. Install the remaining Top Caps the same way.

Drawing shows the threads to
leave out above the Top Nut.
Adjust as needed.

Not all components shown.

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Raising the Crosstubes

You need to manually raise the Crosstubes, which makes it easier to complete the rest of the
installation tasks. The Crosstubes need to be raised the same height, to the same Safety Lock.

⚠ WARNING Use care when raising the Crosstubes, as the Posts are not anchored in place at

this point. Dropping or knocking over the Posts may cause permanent equipment
damage or serious personal injury. The Crosstubes and Posts are heavy; do not lift
without assistance. BendPak strongly recommends having at least two people
work together to raise the Crosstubes.

To raise the Crosstubes:

1. Use a Forklift or Shop Crane to carefully raise each Crosstube. You want to raise the Crosstubes at
least two feet off the ground, to have enough room to work under it, making it easier to route the
Lifting Cables and Lines.

Important:

2. To disengage the Slack Safeties after raising a Crosstube: raise and hold one end of a Crosstube
so the Primary and Slack Safety Locks are disengaged, push and hold the Sheave in towards the
Ladder and the back of the Post (this moves the Slack Safety Lock so it cannot to engage), lower
the end of the Crosstube, then release the Sheave or Steel Piece.

The Slack Safeties cannot be engaged as you continue with the
installation

engage when you manually raise the Crosstubes. You need to disengage them after
you have raised the Crosstubes. The Primary Safeties are not impacted; they will
engage normally when you manually raise each Crosstube, which is what you want.

. Because the Cables are not in place yet, the Slack Safeties are going to

3. Disengage the other three Slack Safety Locks as done in Step 2.

4. Once both Crosstubes are in position,
Slack Safeties have been disengaged, you can continue with the installation.

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all four Primary Safeties are engaged

, and all four

Securing the Ladders

Because it is much easier to secure the Ladders at the bottom of each Post
have been raised, that procedure is described here.

The following procedure assumes that the Ladders are in place and secured at the top. If this is
the case, return to Installing the Ladders and Top Cap.

To secure the Ladders:

1. Locate the required 4 Hex Head Bolts, 8 Flat Washers, 4 Safety Spacers, and 4 Nyloc Nuts.

2. Secure the bottom of the Ladders as shown in the drawing below, making sure to orient the
Spacer between the Ladder and the back of the Post.

after

the Crosstubes

Drawing shows the
connections to make to the
bottom of the Post.

Not all components are
shown. Some components
stripped away for clarity.

not

3. Perform the same procedure to secure the other three Ladders on the Lift.

4. Make sure the Primary Safety Locks are engaged.

⚠ WARNING Do not continue with the installation until you have visually confirmed that all four

Primary Safety Locks are engaged. If they are not engaged, the Runways could
move or fall, possibly causing injury (even death) or product damage.

5. If you haven’t already done so, stand up each Post. Have at least two people work together to
stand up a Post.

⚠ CAUTION Use caution when walking around the Posts; they are not anchored down at this

point, so it is possible to knock them over, which could cause injury.

6. Use a Transit Level to estimate the Shim requirements: use a target to find the difference in height
between the Posts. The difference is the estimated amount of Shim thickness you will need. Do not
use Shims and/or Anchor Bolts to shim more than 1/2 an inch.

Do not anchor the Posts at this point

depending on whether or not you are going to use the optional Caster Kit. But even if you plan to
anchor the Posts eventually, do not anchor the Post now.

. You may or may not be anchoring the Posts at all,

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Removing the Sheaves

In order to route the Lifting Cables, you must first remove the Cable Sheaves on the underside of the
Powerside Runway and the four Gusset Sheaves and their Lock Pins.

When you remove the Sheaves,
the same order at the same location, using the same components.

keep the components together

. You will be reinstalling them in

⚠ WARNING Use caution when handling the Sheave components as they can fall and break if

dropped. Make sure to reinstall the Sheave Shaft Lock Screws when adjustments
and installation is complete.

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Installing the Runways

Your Lift has two Runways:

• Powerside Runway: Holds the Hydraulic Cylinder underneath it. Has a hole on the outside Rear
for the Flex Tube. Cable routing starts under the Powerside Runway.

• Offside Runway: The Offside Runway does not have a Hydraulic Cylinder under it, nor are there
any Lifting Cables under it. It can be installed in the wide or narrow setting.

The following drawing shows the correct orientation of the Runways for both Power Post locations.

Power Post:

Top View. Not drawn to scale. Not all components shown.

Front Driver-side

Power Post:

Rear Passenger-side

⚠ WARNING Pay close attention when moving the Runways into position; they are very heavy

and long, and could shift position or fall, potentially causing serious injury.

To install the Runways:

1. Correctly orient the Powerside Runway and the Offside Runway.

2. Make sure the Sheaves have been removed on both ends of the Powerside Runway.

Keep the components close, you will be reinstalling them at the same location
with the same components later in the installation.

3. Use a Forklift or Shop Crane to pick up the Runways, one at a time, and move them into place.

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4. Bolt both Runways into place, two Hex Head Bolts on each end of the Runways.

Drawing shows how to
secure the Runways to the
Crosstubes.

Two Bolts on each end of the
Runway.

Not all components shown.

must

NOTICE: Both Runways

be bolted on both ends when using the optional Rolling Jack.

5. Make sure that the Primary Locks are engaged.

⚠ WARNING Do not continue with the installation until you have visually confirmed that all four

Safety Locks are engaged. If they are not engaged, the Runways could move or
fall, possibly causing personal injury or product damage.

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Before routing the Cables, extend the Piston on the Hydraulic Cylinder.

To extend the Piston:

1. Remove the Shipping Plug from the Return Line Connector.

The Return Line Connector is on the Cylinder end closest to where the Power Unit will be.

2. Attach an air pressure source to the Return Line Connector.

3. Use the air pressure to extend the Hydraulic Cylinder’s Piston and Retaining Plate.

Do not exceed 50 psi

If the Cylinder does not move, stop using air pressure; instead, use a pulling device (such as a
Come Along Tool) to extend the Piston and Retaining Plate; use care not to damage the Piston.

4. Disconnect the Air Line and reinstall the Shipping Plug to the Return Line Connector.

.

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Routing the Lifting Cables

The following drawing shows all four Cable routes in one drawing.

The following illustration shows the Cable Sheave Pairings underneath the Powerside Runway.

Lubricate the Cable Sheave Pins and Bores with Red Lithium Grease.

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⚠ WARNING Failure to route the Lifting Cables as described may lead to equipment damage

and/or serious personal injury to anyone near the Lift.

The following procedure assumes you have nearby the four Lifting Cables and Sheaves you removed
prior to installing the Runways.

To route Lifting Cables A and C:

1.

Starting with Lifting Cable A

it nearby, you will need it soon). Check the label to make sure you have the correct Lifting Cable.

2. Route the Threaded End of Lifting Cable A into its Large Window on the Crosstube, push it
towards Post A, and then pull the Threaded End out of the Crosstube at the bottom of the Gusset.

3. Route the Threaded End of Lifting Cable A under where the Gusset Sheave will go when it is
reinstalled, then route it up past the top of the Crosstube Gusset.

The following drawing shows how to route the Lifting Cable through the Gusset.

, remove the Nut and Washer from the Threaded End (but keep

NOTICE: When routing a Lifting Cable in its Post, the Cable must go

and be on the side of the Slack Safety Sheave. When the Cables are pulled tight, the
Cable prevents the Slack Safety from engaging, which is what you want. If the Cable is

not in this exact location

4. With the Lifting Cable in place, reinstall the Gusset Sheave (lubricate the pin and bore with Red
Lithium Grease) and the Cable Lock Pin in Post A.

5. Verify that Lifting Cable A is in the correction position: in between the Gusset Sheave and the Slack
Safety Sheave, with the Cable Lock Pin

6. Push the Threaded End of Lifting Cable A up to and through the Top Cap at the top of the Post
and

hand tighten

hand tighten the Nut at this point so that there is a little play in the cabling. We will securely tighten
all four Nuts later in the installation process.

it in place with the Nut and Washer you removed earlier. You only want to

, the Slack Safeties will

under

it.

under

not

work correctly.

the Gusset Sheave

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Drawing shows the Threaded end of the
Lifting Cable in position in the Top Cap.

View is from the top of the Post.

Not all components are shown.

Switching to Lifting Cable C

7.
Small Window near the bottom of Post C (the Power Post).

8. Position the Double Cable Sheave in the Crosstube with a Small Window and then make sure
Lifting Cable C is correctly positioned in the Top Cable Sheave in the Small Window.

9. Under the Powerside Runway, move the rest of Lifting Cable C back towards the Crosstube with a
Large Window.

10. Visually inspect that Lifting Cable A is seated in the

Top

in the

The following illustration shows a detailed view of the Retaining Plate.

Sheave, as shown below.

, repeat Steps 1 through 7 for Lifting Cable C, starting at the

Bottom

Sheave and Lifting Cable C is seated

11. Near the Hydraulic Cylinder, loosen the Retainer Plate enough to give you room to slip the Button
End of each Cable into its spot on the Tie Plate.

Do not take the Retainer Plate off

enough room to slip the Button End of each Lifting Cable into place.

12. Pull the Button Ends of Lifting Cables A and C back towards the middle of the Runway, past the
Retaining Plate, and into its slot on the Tie Plate.

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, just loosen the Retaining Plate enough to give you

Drawing shows Tie Plate facing
towards the Crosstube with a
Large Window.

Not all components are shown.
Not to scale.

Lifting Cables A and C are now correctly routed to their Posts.

NOTICE: Routing Lifting Cables B and D is the same process as routing Lifting Cables A and

C, just to the other two Posts and using a different set of Sheaves. Refer to the
drawings in the previous section.

⚠ CAUTION After routing the Lifting Cables, visually inspect that all four Lifting Cables are

all

properly positioned and remain within the grooves of
tighten the Sheave Shaft Lock Screws.

Working with Compression Fittings and Tubing

Your Lift comes with a roll of ¼ inch, black, polyethylene Tubing (also called Poly-Flo® Tubing) that is
used with Compression Fittings in two ways: for the Return Line and for the Air Lines.

Important: While both lines use Tubing and Compression Fittings, the Return Line and Air Lines

are used for completely separate purposes; do not connect the two together.

Note: Compression Fittings are different from Hydraulic Fittings. This section covers Compression

Fittings only.

The components involved with Compression Fittings include:

• ¼ inch, black, polyethylene Tubing. You use a single piece of Tubing for the Return Line.
The Air Lines require multiple Tubing pieces. Create the Tubing pieces for both the Return Line and
the Air Lines by cutting lengths from the long roll of Tubing supplied with your Lift.

• Elbow Compression Fittings. The Hydraulic Cylinder uses an Elbow Compression Fitting and
then one Elbow Compression Fitting goes on the Power Unit.

• Tee Compression Fittings. The Air Line segments require three Tee Compression Fittings.

• Nuts, Ferrules, Rods, and Threads. Each connector on Elbow and Tee Compression
Fittings have a Nut, Ferrule, Rod, and Threads (see drawing below). The Nut holds the Tubing and
Fitting together. The Ferrule compresses when you tighten the Nut on the Threads to make a
secure connection. The Rod goes inside the Tubing so that nothing leaks out.

Sheaves. Make sure to

The following drawing shows the components of a connector on a Tee Compression Fitting.

NOTICE:

To connect Tubing to a Compression Fitting:

1. Push the Tubing through the Nut and over the Rod.

Do not push hard; you only need the Tubing to go a little way over the Rod. You cannot see the
Ferrule at this point, but the Tubing must go through the Ferrule and over the Rod.

2. Slide the Nut on the Tubing
from the Threads and then slide it away from the Fitting. See the drawing above.

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Ferrules can only be tightened once

the Ferrule gets compressed; it literally changes shape and

away from the Fitting

. When you tighten the Nut on the Threads,

cannot

; if the Nut is still on the Threads, unscrew it

be used again.

3. Slide the Ferrule over the Tubing, away from the Fitting and towards the Nut.

4. With the Nut and the Ferrule out of the way, push the Tubing further over the Rod until it stops.

5. Slide the Ferrule and the Nut back to the Threads on the Fitting.

The Ferrule goes around the Rod and under the Threads. The Nut goes onto the Threads.

6. Tighten the Nut.

Remember that the Ferrule can only be used once; do not tighten the Nut until everything is ready.

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ NOW

Hydraulic Fluid Contamination

Hydraulic Fluid Contamination poses a
or other debris can get into the Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings on your Lift, making your new Lift
inoperable.

Your Lift is shipped with clean components; however, BendPak strongly recommends that you take
secondary precaution and clean all Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings prior to making connections. It is
better and less costly to take these extra steps now so that you do not need to take your Lift out of
service later to fix issues that could have been prevented at the time of installation.

There are several ways to clean Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings:

• Compressed Air. Use an air compressor to blow out contaminants from each Hydraulic Hose
and Fitting prior to installation. Clean, dry air is preferred. Wear eye protection (safety glasses,
goggles, or face shield) when using compressed air for cleaning. Never point an air hose nozzle at
any part of your body or any other person.

• Fluid Flushing. As long as the Hydraulic Fluid is clean and compatible with the system fluid, you
can flush Hoses and Fittings to create turbulent flow and remove particulates. Always ensure that
the fluid itself is contaminant-free.

Some additional steps that will help keep the Hydraulic Fluid clean:

serious

issue for your Lift; contaminants such as water, dirt,

• Remove old thread seal tape. Some ports on the Hydraulic Cylinders are shipped with
temporary plugs secured with thread seal tape, so make sure to thoroughly remove any leftover
thread seal tape that may inadvertently enter the Hydraulic System.

• Use a liquid thread sealant only. Teflon paste-type thread sealant or Loctite™ 5452 thread
sealant is recommended for all NPT Fittings. Do not over tighten NPT Fittings or they may crack.
Never use thread seal tape on JIC Fittings or ORB O-Ring Fittings.

• Always use clean equipment. If you use a dirty bucket or funnel to transfer the Hydraulic Fluid
into the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir, the contaminants will likely be introduced into the Fluid. When
using cleaning rags, use a lint-free rag.

• Proper storage. Keep the Hydraulic Fluid sealed in its container until ready for use; store the
Fluid in a clean, dry, and cool area.

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• Cover the Hoses and Fittings. Before installation, do not leave the ends of the Fittings
exposed; the same applies for the Hydraulic Hoses. As a general rule, keep the Hydraulic Hoses
and Fittings capped and kept clean in a clean area until ready for use.

• Filter the new Hydraulic Fluid. Just because it is new does not necessarily mean it is clean.
Use an offline filtration cart or kidney loop system to make sure the Hydraulic Fluid is clean before
being transferred into the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir (even using a heavy duty nylon mesh screen is
better than trusting what is left at the bottom of the barrel).

• Avoid mixing different types of Hydraulic Fluid. If Hydraulic Fluid needs to be replaced,
make sure to flush the Hydraulic System of the old Hydraulic Fluid before you add the replacement
Fluid; do not mix the two together.

About Thread Sealants

We recommend using a Liquid Thread Sealant (Loctite™ 5452 or similar PTFE Thread Sealant) to seal
the Hydraulic components on your Lift.

Liquid Thread Sealant lubricates and fills the gaps between the Fitting threads, and leaves no residue
that could contaminate the Hydraulic Fluid. Other types of Thread Sealants (like Teflon Tape) can shred
during installation or removal and eventually enter the Hydraulic System.

Thread Sealant is not the same as a

place to prevent them from loosening over time, and is not easily removed.

Thread Sealant can be used with most Hydraulic Fittings, although you probably only need to use it
with NPT Fitting connectors.

⚠ WARNING Always wear the proper protective equipment when handling Thread Sealant.

To apply Thread Sealant:

1. Make sure the Fittings and connectors you are going to use are clean and dry.

If you are adding Thread Sealant to a Fitting or connector that has already been used with a
different Sealant, use a wire brush to thoroughly remove the old sealant before adding more.

2. Skipping the top thread, apply a small amount of Thread Sealant to the first four threads of the
Fitting.

You only need a small amount because the sealant spreads to the other threads as it is tightened
into place. If you put too much, the excess liquid will be pushed out when the Fitting is tightened;
use a rag to wipe the excess.

3. Tighten the Fitting into the connector; do

4. Allow the manufacturer-recommended 24 hours of curing time before pressurizing the system.

Threadlocker

not

over tighten the Fitting.

; Threadlocker holds assemblies tightly in

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Installing the Hydraulic Hose

The Hydraulic System moves hydraulic force from the Power Unit to the Hydraulic Cylinders, which use
that force to raise and lower the Runways.

To install the Hydraulic Hose, you need the following components:

• The Hydraulic Hose. HDS-14 (5570152) and HDS-14X (5570151). The Hydraulic Hose has a
Curved end and Straight end.

• JIC to NPT Hydraulic Elbow Fitting. 5550106. The JIC end goes to the Hydraulic Hose and
the NPT end goes to the Hydraulic Cylinder.

• JIC to ORB Hydraulic Elbow Fitting. 5550008. The JIC end connects to the Hydraulic Hose
and the ORB end connects to the Power Unit. Not connected at this point.

The following drawing shows the connections to make to the Hydraulic Hose.

Drawing shows a top view of the Powerside Runway. Not drawn to scale. Not all components shown.

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To install the Hydraulic Hose:

1. Locate the Hydraulic Hose and a Hydraulic Elbow Fitting (5550106).

2. Prepare the Hydraulic components using the information in Hydraulic Fluid Contamination.

3. On the Hydraulic Cylinder, remove the Shipping Plug from the Port at the Piston Rod end.

4. Attach the NPT end of the Elbow Fitting to the Port and tighten it.

Use Thread Sealant on NPT Threads only

.

View is from underneath the Powerside Runway. Not all components are shown.

5. Attach the Straight end of the Hydraulic Hose to the JIC end and tighten it.

6. Take the Curved end of the Hydraulic Hose and, starting at the Hydraulic Cylinder, route the
Curved end through the Retaining Rings along the inside edge of the Runway and then through the
Flex Tube opening.

NOTICE Once completed, the Curved end should be coming out of the Flex Tube opening near

the Power Unit.

7. Leave the Curved end of the Hydraulic Hose coming out of the Flex Tube opening for now.

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Installing the Return Line

The Return Line takes excess Hydraulic Fluid coming out of the Hydraulic Cylinder and sends it back
into the Fluid Reservoir on the Power Unit.

To install the Return Line, you need the following components:

• The Return Line. 5570795. The Return Line is a single piece of ¼ inch, black, polyethylene
Tubing and Elbow Compression Fittings on each end. You need to cut off a piece of the supplied
Tubing of the right length to create the Return Line.

• (2X) COMP to NPT Hydraulic Elbow Fittings. 5550089. The COMP end connects the
Return Line and the NPT end connects to the Power Unit and the Hydraulic Cylinder.

Important: The Return Line uses the same ¼ inch, black, polyethylene Tubing as the Air Lines. Be

sure not to confuse the two; the Return Line and the Air Lines do completely different

must

things and

be kept separate from each other.

Drawing shows a top view of the Powerside Runway. Not drawn to scale. Not all components shown.

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To install the Return Line:

1. Measure the distance from the Return Line Port on the Hydraulic Cylinder to the Return Line Port
on the Power Unit.

2. Cut a piece of Tubing to the measured length from the roll of Tubing that comes with the Lift.

It is better to cut the Tubing a little too long rather than a little too short.

3. Route the Tubing from the Hydraulic Cylinder through the Flex Tube opening, and out next to
where the Power Unit will be installed.

4. Remove the Shipping Plug from the Return Line Port on the Hydraulic Cylinder, then connect and
tighten the Compression Elbow Fitting (5550089) into the Port where the Shipping Plug was.

Use Thread Sealant on NPT threads only.

View is from underneath the Powerside Runway, near Cylinder end. Not all components shown.

5. Connect one end of the Return Line to the COMP end of the Fitting.

Refer to Working with Compression Fittings and Tubing for instructions.

6. Leave the Power Unit end of the Return Line hanging out of the Flex Tube opening for now.

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Installing the Air Line

The Air Lines use air pressure to disengage the Safety Locks in each Post so that you can lower the
Runways. You will need more of the ¼ inch, black, polyethylene Tubing (5570795) that came with the
Lift and three Air Line Tee Connectors to install the Air Lines.

An Air Supply (3 to 25 cfm at 50 — 150 psi) is required to disengage the Safety Locks.

⚠ CAUTION

The Air Line Elbow Connectors on the Air Cylinders come installed from the factory.

Do not let the Air Supply exceed 150 psi

Safety Locks malfunction.

; the Air Lines could burst or the

⚠ CAUTION Do not confuse the Air Lines with the Return Line. They use the same Tubing and

similar-looking connectors, but they are used for completely different things; the
two systems cannot be connected to each other.

The Compression Elbow Fittings on the Crosstube Gussets come installed from the factory.

Air Lines shown outside Steel Tubes for clarity. Drawing not to scale. Some components not shown.

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To install the Air Lines:

1. Find the roll of supplied ¼ inch, black, polyethylene Tubing and three Tee Compression Fittings.

2. Measure the distances for each of the seven (7) Tubing pieces you will need for the Air Lines. Refer
to the previous drawing for the locations of the Tubing pieces.

3. Cut seven pieces of Tubing to the measured lengths from the roll of Tubing.

4. Connect the various pieces of Tubing to the Tee Compression Fittings on the Lift, as shown in the
drawing on the previous page for the locations of the Tubing pieces.

Make sure to position the three Tee Compression Fittings as shown in the
previous drawing

5. Route the long Tubing piece that goes under the Powerside Runway through the Steel Tubes; they
keep Air Lines out of the way of where the Cables will be routed.

.

⚠ WARNING Make sure to route the Tubing pieces on the

Crosstubes through the Steel Tubes on the ends of the Crosstubes. This keeps the
Tubing and the Tee Connectors from being disturbed as you use the Lift. This is
important, because if the Air Lines are disturbed, the Safety Locks on the Lift may
not work correctly. If you notice that Tubing has become disconnected from an Air
Line Tee Connector, take the Lift out of service and get the Air Lines fixed.

Refer to Working with Compression Fittings and Tubing for more information about
connecting the Tubing to the Tee Compression Fittings.

6. Leave the Power Unit end of the Air Line hanging out of the Flex Tube opening for now.

It will be connected to a Tee Compression Fitting and the Pushbutton Air Valve later.

outside

ends of the Front and Rear

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Installing the Power Unit

This section describes how to

not

An Electrician is
power source.

The Power Unit
whichever is more convenient for the installation.

needed to install the Power Unit; one is required to connect the Power Unit to its

must

be installed on the Power Post; attach it to one of the two Mounting Brackets,

install

, but not make the connections to, the Power Unit for your Lift.

⚠ DANGER Risk of explosion: The Power Unit has internal arcing or parts that may spark and

should not be exposed to flammable vapors. Never expose the Power Unit motor
to rain or other damp environments. Damage to the motor caused by water is
covered by the warranty.

not

⚠ CAUTION The Power Unit is heavy. BendPak recommends you have one person hold the

Power Unit while another person bolts it in place.

The following drawing shows how to attach the Power Unit to the Power Post.

NOTICE Your Lift came with the Power Unit that was ordered. In order to support a wide variety

of applications, that Power Unit could be one of multiple Power Units that are available.
Because of this, the Power Unit that came with your Lift may look slightly different from
the drawings in this manual.

To install the Power Unit:

1. Find the Power Unit, Vibration Dampener, and the required M8 hardware.

2. Line up the holes on the Mounting Plate and Vibration Dampener with the four holes in the
Mounting Bracket you want to use.

Both the Vibration Dampener and the Mounting Bracket have four holes, one in each corner. Make
sure to use all four holes to hold the Power Unit.

3. Secure the Power Unit and Vibration Dampener to the Mounting Plate using supplied hardware.

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Filling the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir

The Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir requires Hydraulic Fluid. The Power Unit will
filled with the approved Hydraulic Fluid.

Approved fluids are any general purpose ISO-32, ISO-46, or ISO-68 Hydraulic Fluid or approved
automatic transmission fluids such as Dexron III, Dexron VI, Mercon V, Mercon LV, or any synthetic
Multi-Vehicle automatic transmission fluid.

not

work correctly until it is

⚠ WARNING Do not run your Power Unit without Hydraulic Fluid; you will damage it.

To fill the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir:

1. Remove the Reservoir Cap and set it aside.

Take care to

2. Fill the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir on the Power Unit with the appropriate amount of Hydraulic Fluid.

The Hydraulic Reservoir holds from 3.6 to 4.5 gallons, depending on your Power Unit.

- 5585285: 3.7 gallons / 14 liters

- 5585785: 3.6 gallons / 13.5 liters

- 5585175: 4.5 gallons / 17 liters

- 5585229: 3.7 gallons / 14 liters

- 5585176: 4.5 gallons / 17 liters

keep contaminants out

of the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir.

3. When the Reservoir is filled, replace the Reservoir Cap.

Do not connect the Power Unit to a power source at this point

.

Installing the Flex Tube

To connect the Flex Tube to the Power Unit, you first need to connect the Flex Tube Bracket and the
Flex Tube Angle Bracket.

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BendPak recommends orienting the Flex Tube so that the lines coming out of it are near where it
connects on the Power Unit and to the Pushbutton Air Valve.

To connect the Flex Tube:

1. Locate the Flex Tube Bracket and the Flex Tube Angle Bracket from the Parts Box.

2. Install the Flex Tube Bracket Plate. Location options are: between the Mounting Bracket and the
Back Plate or between the Back Plate and the retaining Nut.

NOTICE It is common to install the Flex Tube Bracket Plate between the Mounting Bracket and

the Back Plate. This allows the Zero Angle Bracket (which holds the Pushbutton Air Valve
and is described in the next section) to be installed between the Back Plate and the
retaining Nut. This configuration is common, but not required. See illustration on the
previous page for the sample configuration.

3. Connect the Flex Tube Angle Plate to the Flex Tube Bracket Plate using two Bolts, Washers, and
Nuts. The Flex Tube Angle Plate can be connected on either side of the Flex Tube Bracket Plate.

4. When the Flex Tube Angle Plate is in place, unscrew the Plastic Collar of the Flex Tube.

5. Holding the Flex Tube by the Plastic Collar, put the Threads through the hole on the Flex Tube
Angle Plate

from underneath

.

6. Screw the Plastic Nut back onto the Threads and tighten.

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Installing the Pushbutton Air Valve

The Pushbutton Air Valve is used to lower the Runways. It can go on either side of the Power Unit, but
we recommend placing it on the side facing away from the Lift to be out of the way.

For the customer-supplied air pressure, a minimum of 50 to 150 psi / 3 to 25 cfm is required.

Drawing shows the Pushbutton Air Valve Assembly and its connections to the Mounting Bracket on
the Power Post. Not all components shown. Sample Power Unit shown.

To install the Pushbutton Air Valve:

1. Find the necessary components: Zero Angle Bracket and the Pushbutton Air Valve Assembly.

2. Connect the Zero Angle Bracket at the desired location (if it has not already been connected).

The best location is one that is visible and easily reached by the Lift operator. iï

3. Connect the Pushbutton Air Valve to the Zero Angle Bracket.

Use the two holes on the Pushbutton Air Valve on the side away from the actual pushbutton. If you
use the holes next to the pushbutton, the Zero Angle Bracket interferes with the pushbutton when
you try to use it.

4. Connect the Air Line Compression Elbow Fitting and the Straight Expander Fitting to the
appropriate locations on the Pushbutton Air Valve.

The Elbow Fitting connects to the opening labelled CYL. The Straight Fitting to the opening
labelled IN. See the drawing above.

5. Attach the Air Line to the Compression Fitting and the customer-supplied air to the Straight Fitting.

Important: The Return Line also comes out of the Flex Tube and is the same kind of tubing as the

Air Line.

mistake

Air Valve.

Do not attach the Return Line to the Pushbutton Air Valve by

. Double check to make sure you are attaching the Air Line to the Pushbutton

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Connecting the Return Line

One end of the Return Line is already connected to the Hydraulic Cylinder; the other end of the Return
Line needs to be connected to the Power Unit.

To attach the Return Line to the Power Unit:

1. Remove the Shipping Plug from the Hydraulic Return Port on the Power Unit, then attach a
04 COMP – 06 NPT Elbow Compression Fitting (5550089) to the Port.

Use Thread Sealant on NPT Threads only

See Connecting the Power Source for the possible connector locations.

2. Attach the Return Line (coming out of the Flex Tube) to the other end of the Fitting.

For information about connection compression fittings, refer to Working with Compression

Fittings and Tubing.

Important: Make sure you are attaching the Return Line to the Power Unit and not the Air Line.

Do not attach the Air Line to the Power Unit by mistake

.

.

Connecting the Hydraulic Hose

One end of the Hydraulic Hose is already connected to the Hydraulic Cylinder; the other end of the
Hydraulic Hose needs to be connected to the Power Unit.

To connect the Hydraulic Hose to the Power Unit:

1. Locate the Hydraulic Power Port on the Power Unit you want to use and remove the Shipping
Plug, then attach a 04 JIC – 06L ORB Hydraulic Fitting (5550008) to the Port.

See Connecting the Power Source for the possible connector locations.

2. Connect and securely tighten the ORB end of the Fitting to the Hydraulic Power Out on the Power
Unit.

3. Connect and securely tighten the JIC end of the Fitting to the Hydraulic Hose.

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Connecting the Power Source

The standard Power Unit for your Lift is 220 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase. The Power Unit must be
connected to an appropriate power source.

Refer to Wiring Diagrams for wiring information.

⚠ DANGER All wiring

local and national electrical codes. Do not perform any maintenance or installation
on the Lift without first making sure that main electrical power has been
disconnected from the Lift and
complete. If your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to
implement them after connecting to a power source.

Important electrical information:

• Improper electrical installation can damage the motor; this is not covered under warranty.

• Use a separate circuit breaker for each Power Unit.

• Protect each circuit with a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker. For a 220 VAC, single phase circuit,
use a 25 amp or greater fuse.

The Hydraulic Power Ports are usually labeled P1/P2 on the Power Unit; the Hydraulic Return Ports
are commonly labeled T1/T2 or CV1/CV2.

The following drawing shows the standard configuration for the Power Unit.

must

be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician in accordance with

cannot

be re-energized until all procedures are

Not drawn to scale. Not all components shown.

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To connect the Lift to a power source:

1. Have a certified, licensed Electrician locate the Pigtail coming out of the Electrical Box on the
Power Unit.

2. Open the Electrical Box, remove the Pigtail, and then either:

– Wire the Power Unit directly into the facility’s electrical system and protect using an appropriate

circuit breaker.

– Wire a Power Cord (with appropriate plug) inside the Electrical Box to the wiring that was

connected to the Pigtail.

Do not use the Pigtail

NOTICE The Power Cord and Plug are

See Wiring Diagrams for wiring information.

3. Close the Electrical Box.

4. When ready, connect the Plug into a 220 VAC power source.

.

not

supplied with the Lift.

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⚠

Installing a Power Disconnect Switch

WARNING A main Power Disconnect Switch is

not

provided with this equipment.

A Power Disconnect Switch is a National Electrical Code
(NEC) requirement. They are designed to interrupt
electrical power in the event of an electrical circuit fault,
emergency situation, or when equipment is undergoing
service or maintenance.

BendPak strongly recommends that you install a Power
Disconnect Switch that is properly rated for the
incoming power.

⚠ DANGER All wiring

licensed, certified Electrician in
accordance with national and local
codes.

Your Power Disconnect Switch must be readily
accessible and installed so that it is in easy reach of the
Lift operator. It must be clearly and legibly marked to
indicate its purpose.

The drawing to the right shows a toggle Power
Disconnect Switch between the Lift’s power source and
its Power Unit. A quick flip of the switch immediately
cuts power to the Lift.

Make sure to have a certified Electrician install the Power
Disconnect Switch.

Make sure the electrician selects a
Disconnect Switch.

must

be performed by a

UL-listed

Power

Installing a Thermal Disconnect Switch

⚠ WARNING The Lift’s motor does

not

have thermal overload protection.

Connect a motor Thermal Disconnect Switch or overload device that will make sure the equipment
shuts down in the event of an overload or an overheated motor.

⚠ DANGER All wiring

all national and local codes.

High electrical current that exceed the motor’s full load amps (FLA) rating may result in permanent
damage to the motor.

BendPak strongly recommends you

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must

be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician in accordance with

not

exceed the rated duty cycle of the Lift’s motor.

About Effective Embedment

Anchor Bolts (also called Wedge Anchors) get their holding strength from how far down into the Hole
the Anchor Bolt’s Expansion Sleeve presses into the Concrete (called Effective Embedment) and how
forcefully the Expansion Sleeve presses into the Concrete (based on the width of the hole and how
much Torque is applied).

The further down into the Hole you get the Expansion Sleeve, the greater the Effective Embedment
and thus the greater the holding strength of the Anchor Bolt. The hole should be drilled the same width
as the Anchor Bolt with no wobbling. The correct amount of Torque is a range; too little Torque and
the Anchor Bolts hold with less strength, too much Torque and you could damage the Concrete and
lessen the Anchor Bolt’s holding strength.

Note: Some people confuse Effective Embedment with Nominal Embedment, which is how far

not

down into the Hole the bottom of the Anchor Bolt is. The two are
Embedment does not tell you anything about the holding strength of the Anchor Bolt.

the same; Nominal

Make sure to carefully follow the specifications and instructions in the following procedure.

⚠ WARNING Use only the Anchor Bolts that came with your Lift. Only install your Lift on a

Concrete floor. Make sure to get the correct amount of Effective Embedment and
use the correct amount of Torque.

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Anchoring the Posts

Install one Anchor Bolt in each corner of each Base Plate, 4 per Post, 16 Anchor Bolts total.

te specifications are:

Depth: 4.25 inches, minimum

PSI: 3,000 PSI, minimum
Cured: 28 days, minimum

⚠ WARNING Your Concrete and Anchor Bolts

Lift on a Concrete surface. If you install a Lift on asphalt or any other surface, or
your Concrete or Anchor Bolts do not meet these specifications, it could lead to
product damage, Vehicle damage, personal injury, or even death.

BendPak Lifts are supplied with installation instructions and concrete fasteners meeting the criteria as
prescribed by the American National Standard “Automotive Lifts – Safety Requirements for
Construction, Testing, and Validation” ANSI/ALI ALCTV.

Anchor Bolt specifications are:

• Length: 4.75 inches

• Diameter: .75 inch

• Anchor torque: 85-95 pound feet (do not

Torque less than 80 or more than 105)

must

meet these specifications. Only install your

⚠ WARNING Use only the Anchor Bolts that came with your Lift. If you use components from a

different source, you void your warranty and compromise the safety of everyone
who installs or operates the Lift.

Lift buyers are responsible for conforming to all regional, structural, and seismic anchoring
requirements specified by any other agencies and/or codes, such as the Uniform Building Code and/or
International Building Code.

To anchor the Posts:

1. Locate the hardware you will need: four Anchor Bolts, four Nuts, and four washers

2. Using the Base Plates as guides, drill the holes —one hole in each corner of the Base Plate, so
four holes total per Base Plate.

Important: Do

3. Vacuum each hole clean.

not

drill all the way through the concrete; if you punch completely through the

slab, you compromise the holding strength of the Anchor Bolt once put into place.

Go in straight, in the center of the hole; do not let the drill wobble.

Use a carbide bit (conforming to ANSI B212.15).

The diameter of the drill bit must be the same as the diameter of the
Anchor Bolt. So if you are using a ¾ inch diameter Anchor Bolt, for
example, use a ¾ inch diameter drill bit.

per Post

.

⚠ CAUTION You must wear the proper safety gear for all drilling operations.

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BendPak recommends using a vacuum to clean the hole. You can also
use a wire brush, hand pump, or compressed air; just

thoroughly clean each hole

Do not ream the hole. Do not make the hole any wider than the drill bit
made it.

Important: The holding strength of an Anchor Bolt is partially based on the how cleanly the

Expansion Sleeve presses against the Concrete. If the hole is dirty, the Expansion
Sleeve does not press as cleanly, which means less holding strength. If the hole is too
wide, the Expansion Sleeve does not press against the Concrete with as much force,
again resulting in less holding strength.

.

make sure to

4. Make sure the Washer and Nut are in place,

the Anchor Bolt

5. Hammer or mallet the Anchor Bolt down into the hole.

6. Hammer or mallet the Anchor Bolt the rest of the way down into the hole.

, then insert the Anchor Bolt into the hole.

The Expansion Sleeve of the Anchor Bolt may prevent the Anchor Bolt
from passing through the hole in the Base Plate; this is normal. The
hammer or mallet will get the Expansion Sleeve through the Base Plate
and into the hole.

Even using a hammer or mallet, the Anchor Bolt should only go into the
hole part of the way; this is normal. If the Anchor Bolt goes all the way in
with little or no resistance, the hole is too wide.

Once past the hole in the Base Plate, the Anchor Bolt eventually stops
going down into the hole as the Expansion Sleeve contacts the sides of
the hole; this is normal.

with the top of the Nut flush with the top of

Stop when the Washer is snug against the Base Plate.

7. Plumb each Post; install any needed Shims.

Do not shim a Post more than half an inch using the provided Shims. A maximum of 2 inches is
possible by ordering optional Shim Plates. Contact BendPak at [phone], extension 191
to order. Please have the model and serial number of your Lift available.

Take your time while plumbing and shimming the Posts;

level as possible

8. Wrench each Nut
Torque Wrench.

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.

clockwise

Important: Do

Wrenching the Nut forces the Wedge up, forcing out the Expansion
Sleeve and pressing it tightly against the Concrete.

to the recommended installation torque, 85-95 pound feet, using a

not

use an impact wrench to torque the Anchor

Bolts.

it is important to make the Lift

Final Leveling

The following procedure describes how to fine tune how level your Lift is. The goal is that the four
Safety Locks engage at the same time.

To do final leveling on the Lift:

1. Raise the Runways to the first Lock position (the primary Safety Locks, not the Slack Safety
Locks).

2. Use a transit level or other leveling mechanism to evaluate how level the Posts and Runways are to
each other.

3. If you need to adjust a Runway, use the Top Nut and Stop Nut on the Top Cap of each Post to
make adjustments to the Ladder in that Post (which impacts the levelness of the Runway and
when the Safety Locks engage).

4. Raise the Lift to full height, listening as the Safety Locks engage.

If the Safety Locks are engaging at the same time, no further adjustments are necessary.

If the Safety Locks are not engaging at the same time, check the leveling, make necessary
adjustments, and then raise the Lift again and listen as the Safety Locks engage.

5. When you are satisfied the Lift is level, firmly secure the Nuts at the top of each Post.

Installing Accessories

The accessories available for your HDS-14 Series Lift include:

Tire Stops

Tire Stops go at the Front of the Lift; they prevent the Tires of your Vehicle from going too forward.

To install the Tire Stops:

1. Find the two Tire Stops, four M14 x 40 Hex Head Bolts, M14 Washers, M14 Split-lock Washers,
and M14 Nuts.

2. Put a Tire Stop in position over the front of the Runway, then secure in place with a Bolt, Washer,
Split-Lock Washer, and Nut in each hole.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other Tire Stop.

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Drive-up Ramps

The HDS-14 Series Lifts use Drive-up Ramps for Vehicles to be easily driven onto and off the
Runways.

To install the Drive up Ramps:

1. Find the required components: two Ramps, two Ramp Pins, and four Rotor Clips.

2. Put a Ramp into position at the rear of the Runway, with the Ramp Tube aligned between the two
tubes attached to the Runway.

3. Slide a Ramp Pin through the top Runways tubes, then put two Rotor Clips on both ends of the
Ramp Pin.

Note: The Ramps are heavy and awkward, so you may want to consider having two people install

them; one to hold the Ramp, the other to put the components into place.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the other Ramp.

Crosstube Covers

The HDS-14 Series Lifts use Crosstube Covers to protect the Gusset components.

To install the Crosstube Covers:

1. Find the four Crosstube Covers from the Parts Box.

2. Attach the Cover to the top of the Crosstube Gusset; do the same for the remaining Gussets.

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Bleeding the Hydraulic Cylinder

The Hydraulic Cylinder on the Lift is self-bleeding, which means that in most cases any air in the
system can be removed by raising and lowering the Runways a few times.

Symptoms of air in the Hydraulic System include Runways moving erratically and/or making odd
noises. These could be caused by other situations; refer to Troubleshooting for more information.

⚠ WARNING Before performing any maintenance on your Lift, make sure the Runways are fully

lowered and the power source has been completely disconnected. If your
organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to implement them after
connecting to the power source.

To bleed the Hydraulic System:

1. Raise and lower the Runways up to six times;

each cycle

.

pause for at least one minute between

⚠ CAUTION The Lift’s motor cannot run continuously; it is designed for regular use, but not

continuous use.

2. Watch the Runways as you raise and lower them. When the Lift stops moving erratically or stops
squeaking, you can stop the bleeding process.

3. Check the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir on the Power Unit.

Bleeding the Hydraulic System may significantly lower the amount of Hydraulic Fluid in the
reservoir; add more Hydraulic Fluid if necessary.

If your Lift is still moving erratically or making odd noises after bleeding the Hydraulic System, refer
to Troubleshooting for more information.

Lubrication

The sheave pins and bores should have already been lubricated with Red Lithium Grease.

Lubricate the inside of the Lift Posts where the Slide Blocks contact the Lift Post lightly with White
Lithium Grease. Refer to the figure below.

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Perform an Operational Test

BendPak recommends performing an operational test of your Lift with a standard Vehicle on the
Runways before starting normal service (a typical Vehicle is not required, but is recommended).

NOTICE Residual air in the Hydraulic Systems can cause the Lift to shake, move erratically, or

squeak when you start using it; this is normal. If it happens, do not worry; it will go away
as the Hydraulic System is self-bleeding. If it does not go away soon, try bleeding the
Cylinder of air. If it still does not go away, see Troubleshooting for more information.

To test your Lift:

1. Before you start using your Lift, make sure to check for people, pets, or objects that might be in
the path of the Lift as you raise and lower it.

2. Drive the Vehicle onto the Runways; try to center the Vehicle’s Tires in the middle of each Runway.

Put the Vehicle into park, put on the parking brake, put it in gear if it is a manual transmission, and
chock the wheels.

3. Press and hold the Up button.

After the Runways pass three or four Safety Locks (you will hear them), release the Up button.

4. Press and hold the pushbutton on the Pushbutton Air Valve, then press and hold the Lowering
Handle.

⚠ WARNING Never leave the Lift without making sure that all four Safety Locks have engaged on

5. Press the Up button for a few seconds to disengage the Runways from the Safety Locks, then
release the Up button.

6. Press and hold the Pushbutton Air Valve, then press and hold the Lowering Handle. When the
Runways reach the ground, release the Lowering Handle. Wait for one minute.

⚠ CAUTION Always take a break between cycles. The Power Unit’s motor is

7. Repeat the process, this time raising the Runways to a higher Safety Lock.

8. If the Lift is working without shaking, moving erratically, or squeaking, there is no need to repeat
the procedure.

If the Lift is shaking, moving erratically, or squeaking (which is normal during the start-up period),
repeat the procedure a couple more times, with at least a one-minute break between cycles.

If you continue to have issues, refer to Troubleshooting for assistance.

locking positions at the same height. If one of the four Safety Locks do not fully
engage, the Runways will not be level and you could risk damaging any Vehicles
sitting on or underneath the Runways.

not

constant duty;

it cannot be run continuously.

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Final Checklist

Make sure these things have been done

• Review the Installation Checklist to make sure all steps have been performed.

• Make sure the Power Unit is getting power from the power source.

• Check the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir on the Power Unit; it must be full of approved Hydraulic Fluid
or automatic transmission fluid.

enough fluid.

Auxiliary Port Plugs. Inspect for pinched or damaged Hydraulic Hoses and replace them
operation.

• Make sure all four Posts are properly anchored, shimmed, level, and stable.

• Make sure all Cables are properly seated in their Cable Sheaves.

• Make sure all Safety Locks are operating normally. Make sure nothing is interfering with the Safety
Locks.

• Make sure the backup Slack Safety Locks are

• If it has not already been done, lubricate all Cable Sheave Pins and the Cable Sheave Bore with
red lithium grease or similar.

• If it has not been done already, perform an Operational Test of the Lift with a typical Vehicle. Refer
to Test the Lift.

Check the Hydraulic System for leaks. Check for any loose Hydraulic Fittings and

before

putting the Lift into service:

You can damage the motor by running it without

before

not

engaged.

Leave the Manual with the Owner/Operator

Make sure to leave the Installation and Operation Manual with the owner/operator so that it is available
for anyone who needs to read it.

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Operation

This section describes how to operate your Lift.

⚠ DANGER When you even hear the words “automotive lift”, you brain should automatically

Safety Considerations

remember that lifting a Vehicle is a serious endeavor with life-threatening risks.
Focus on what you are doing. Automotive Lifts are dangerous tools when used by
inexperienced or impaired operators.

safe this time because nothing happened last time

Do not assume you are going to be

.

Do the following every time

• Check the Lift. Walk all the way around the Lift, checking for any missing, heavily worn, or
damaged parts. Always verify all Hydraulic connections including Hydraulic Fittings, Hydraulic
Hoses, and Auxiliary Ports are secure. Do not operate the Lift if you find any issues; instead, take it
out of service, then contact your dealer, email [e-mail], or call
[phone], extension 196.

• Check the area. Keep the area around and under the Lift clean and free of obstructions;
anything that could cause a problem or interfere with driving a Vehicle onto or off of the Lift. Do not
forget to check
other issues, resolve them before using the Lift. Do not allow any people or animals within 30 feet
of the Lift while it is in motion.

• Check the operators. Make sure everyone who is going to operate the Lift has been trained in
its use, has read the labels on the unit, and has read the manual. Only the operator at the Controls
should be within 10 feet of the Lift when it is in motion.

Do not allow children to operate the Lift. Do not allow anyone under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication to operate the Lift. Do not allow any unauthorized personnel to operate the Lift.

• Check for safety. Make sure everyone who is going to be walking near the Lift is aware of its
presence and takes appropriate safety measures. Only put Vehicles on the Runways.

When raising a Vehicle, do not leave it until the Platform is engaged on a Safety Lock. When
lowering the Lift, do not leave it until it is on the ground.

above

before

the Lift. If you find an obstruction, move it out of the way. If you find any

you raise a Vehicle on your Lift:

• Check the Vehicle. Never exceed the Lift’s weight rating. Do not allow people inside a Vehicle
you are going to raise. Double check you have everything you need out of the Vehicle before
raising the Lift. Make sure the Vehicle is not overbalanced on either end or either side.

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Do not press and
hold Pushbutton.

Using the Controls

The Controls for your Lift include:

• Up button. Press and hold to raise the Runways. Located near the top of the Power Unit.

To put Runways onto a Safety Lock position

want them, then press and hold the Lowering Handle to back the Runways down onto the Safety
Locks position (do not press and hold the pushbutton on the Pushbutton Air Valve). When the
Runways stop going down, they are engaged on a Safety Lock.

Before leaving the Lift, make sure all four corners are engaged on their Safety Locks.

• Lowering Handle. Press and hold to lower the Runways. Located in the middle of the Power
Unit, the Lowering Handle is long and has a ball at the end.

To lower raised Runways down to the ground: press and hold

Pushbutton Air Valve first, then

Watch the Runways as they go down to make sure they are coming down evenly. If they are not,
stop lowering the Lift and troubleshoot the problem.

press and hold

: Raise the Runways a little above where you

the Pushbutton on the

the Lowering Handle.

⚠ WARNING Only leave the Runways either engaged on a Safety Lock position or fully lowered.

• Pushbutton Air Valve. Press and hold the Pushbutton on the Pushbutton Air Valve as part of
the process to lower the Runways. Located on one side or the other of the Power Unit (depending
on where it was installed). Pressing and holding the Pushbutton on the Pushbutton Air Valve
disengages the Safety Locks, which is needed to lower the Runways.

To raise Runways to a
Safety Lock:

1. Press and hold Up
Button.

2. When just past desired
height, release Up
Button.

3. Press and hold
Lowering Handle.

4. Runways stop going
down when engaged
on a Safety Lock;
release Lowering
Handle when they
stop.

To lower Runways:

1. Press the Up Button
for a second or two.

This disengages the
Runways from the
Safety Locks.

2. Press and hold
Pushbutton and
Lowering Handle at
the same time.

Runways begin
lowering.

3. When Runways are
fully lowered, release
Pushbutton and
Lowering Handle.

4. Drive Vehicle off

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Runways.

Raising and Lowering Vehicles

Keep the following in mind when operating your Lift:

• Be safe. Make sure to check for people, pets, and objects that might be in the path of the Lift as

you raise or lower it. If there is something in the way, stop the Lift and move it out of the way.
Watch the Lift carefully as it raises and lowers.

⚠ DANGER Pay careful attention when you are raising or lowering your Lift. If a person or pet

gets stuck under the Lift, they could be injured or, in rare cases, killed.

• The Power Disconnect Switch exists for a reason. We hope you never have to use it, but
if something unexpected happens, use the Power Disconnect Switch to immediately stop the
Lift from moving.

• Get what you need out of the Vehicle before lifting it. It is frustrating to raise a Vehicle
and then realize you left something inside.

Vehicle

• Make sure the Vehicle is balanced. If there is extra weight on one end or the other, remove
it or balance it before raising the Vehicle.

• Center the Vehicle’s wheels on the Runway. Centered wheels keep the Vehicle balanced.

To raise a Vehicle:

.

Never raise your Lift with people in the

1. Make sure the Runways are on the ground. If they are not, move them to the ground.

2. Drive the Vehicle onto the Runways. Put the Vehicle into park and put on the parking brake.

If your Vehicle has a manual transmission, place the transmission in first gear, not in neutral.

3. Chock the Tires.

4. Walk around the Lift to make sure no obstructions will interfere with the Vehicle being lifted.

5. Press and hold the Up button.

6. When the Runways get to the desired locking position, go up a little bit more, then release the Up
button and

Press and hold

the Lowering Handle.

⚠ WARNING Only leave your Lift either engaged on Safety Locks or fully lowered.

7. With the Runways engaged on the Safety Locks, check around the Vehicle to make sure
everything looks good.

If you see anything wrong, fix it before anyone gets near the Runways or goes under them.

To lower a Vehicle:

1. Double check that no one except the Lift operator is within 10 feet of the Lift.

2. Press the Up button to disengage the Runways from the Safety Locks.

After a second or two, release the Up button.

3. Press and hold the Pushbutton Air Valve

4. Lower the Runways all the way to the ground, then release the Pushbutton Air Valve and the
Lowering Handle.

5. Remove the Tire Chocks, then carefully drive the Vehicle off the Runways.

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the Lowering Handle at the same time.

Maintenance

⚠ DANGER Before performing any maintenance on your HDS-14 Lift, verify it is completely

Read your manual and understand how this equipment works before using, maintaining or repairing.
Routine maintenance and adjustments are the responsibility of the owner/user and are not covered
under warranty.

Routine maintenance and adjustments should be carried out on a regular basis. Unless stated

otherwise, all maintenance may be performed by the owner/employer and does not require trained lift
service personnel.

Replace worn, damaged or broken parts with original BendPak or BendPak approved parts or with
parts that meet or exceed the original specifications.

To maintain your Lift:

• Daily: Keep the HDS-14 Lift clean. Wipe up any spills, clean any dirt.

• Daily: Make a visual inspection of all moving parts and check for damage or excessive wear.
Replace any damaged or worn parts before using the Lift.

disconnected from power. The Lift uses electrical energy; if your organization has
Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to implement them before performing any
maintenance. If you come into contact with high voltage, you could be injured or
killed.

⚠ DANGER Do not use the Lift if the Cables are damaged or extremely worn. If a Vehicle is

raised when you notice the damage or extreme wear, very carefully lower the
Vehicle to the ground. When the Lift is on the ground, take it out of service,
disconnect it from power, and make arrangements to fix the damage or wear.
Service and maintain the unit only with factory-approved replacements parts.

• Daily: Make sure all Safety Locks are in good operating condition. Do not use your Lift if the
Safety Locks are damaged or excessively worn.

• Monthly: Check all labels on the Lift. Replace them if they are illegible or missing.

• Monthly: Grease all lubrication points on the Lift.

• Monthly: Check Hydraulic Fluid levels. Refill if low.

• Monthly: Lubricate the wire rope (Cables). Use a wire-rope lubricant such as 90-WT gear oil or
ALMASOL® Wire Rope Lubricant.

• Monthly: Check cable connections, bolts, and pins for proper mounting and torque.

• Every two months: Check all Anchor Bolts to make sure they are properly torqued. If they are
loose, tighten them.

• As needed. Take the Lift out of service and then replace the Lifting Cables if there are signs of
damage or extreme wear.

• If the Lift becomes inoperative in a raised position, see the Troubleshooting section.

⚠ WARNING Do not operate your Lift if you find maintenance issues; instead, take the Lift out of

service, then contact your dealer, visit bendpak.com/support, email

[e-mail], or call [phone].

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HDS-14 Wire Rope Inspection and Maintenance

Your Lift’s Cables, which are wire rope, should be inspected regularly:

• Wire rope should be replaced when there are visible signs of damage or extreme wear. Do not use
the Lift if it has damaged or worn Cables;

• Wire rope should be maintained in a well-lubricated condition at all times.

Wire rope is only fully protected when each wire strand is lubricated both internally and externally.
Excessive wear shortens the life of wire rope. Use a wire-rope lubricant that penetrates to the core
of the rope and provides long-term lubrication between each individual strand, such as 90-WT
gear oil or ALMASOL® Wire Rope Lubricant. To make sure that the inner layers of the rope remain
well lubricated, lubrication should be done at least every three months during normal operation.

take it out of service!

• All Sheaves and guide rollers that contact moving wire rope should be given regular visual checks
for surface wear and lubricated to make sure they run freely. This should be done every three
months during normal operation.

For all sheave axles, use standard wheel bearing grease. For all Sheaves and/or guide rollers, use
90-WT gear oil or a similar heavy lubricant, applied by any method including pump/spray
dispensing, brush, hand, or swabbing.

• How often should you inspect?

Wire rope should be visually inspected at least once each day when in use, as suggested by
American Petroleum Institute’s Recommended Practice 54 guidelines. Any wire rope that meets
the criteria for removal must be immediately replaced.

• When should you replace wire rope due to broken wires?

Wire rope should be removed from service if you see six randomly distributed broken wires within
any one lay length (where a single strand makes a full turn around the rope) or three broken wires
in one strand within one lay length.

• Are there other reasons to replace your wire rope?

Yes. Corrosion that pits the wires and/or connectors, evidence of kinking, crushing, cutting, bird­caging, or a popped core, wear that exceeds 10% of a wire’s original diameter, or heat damage.

• How do you find broken wires?

a. Relax your rope to a stationary position and move the pick-up points off the Sheaves. Clean

the surface of the rope with a cloth — a wire brush, if necessary — so you can see any breaks.

b. Flex the rope to expose any broken wires hidden in the valleys between the strands.

c. Visually check for any broken wires. One way to check for crown breaks is to run a cloth along

the rope to check for possible snags.

d. With an awl, probe between wires and strands and raise any wires that appear loose.

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Troubleshooting

This section describes how to troubleshoot your Lift.

NOTICE If your Lift is not functioning correctly, you must take it out of service until it is fixed.

Important: Replace worn, damaged or broken parts with original BendPak or BendPak

approved parts or with parts that meet or exceed the original manufacturer
specifications.

⚠ DANGER Before performing maintenance on your Lift, verify it is disconnected from power.

The Lift uses electrical energy; if your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies,
implement them before performing any maintenance. If you come into contact with
high voltage, you could be injured or killed.

Lift becomes inoperative in a raised position. Verify there is sufficient Hydraulic Fluid in the reservoir.

Verify the Lift Carriages are above and clear of the Safety Locks.

Verify none of the Hydraulic Hoses are pinched or leaking.

Verify the Power Unit is getting power.

Make sure the Lift is not overloaded. Make sure the load on the Lift is
balanced.

Contact
x196.

bendpak.com/support

. or by phone at

[phone]

Runways do not lower past the nearest
Safety Lock even when pressing and holding
the pushbutton.

One corner of a Platform is lower than the
other three corners.

Runways move erratically or squeak when in
use.

Runways do not stay up. Check for leaking Hydraulic Fluid.

Motor not running. Check the connection to the power source; make sure it is plugged in and

Hydraulic Fluid is dirty. Replace the dirty fluid with clean, approved Hydraulic Fluid.

Runways make odd noises. Lubricate the Bushings on the Sheaves on the sides of the Crosstubes

Problem with the Air Lines; check to make sure all sections of the Air Line
are connected and not leaking.

The Safety Lock on the lower corner is not engaged. Raise the Runways up,
then lower them down onto the Safety Locks. Check to make sure all four
Safety Locks are engaged on Safety Locks of the same height.

Move the Runways up and down a few times to flush any residual air from
the Hydraulic System. Make sure to pause for at least 2 minutes between
cycles.

Make sure the Runways are left on their Safety Locks.

of the appropriate voltage.

Check the wiring diagram.

using white lithium grease. If the Lift is new, a break-in period may be
needed; run the Lift several times each day. If the noises persist, contact
BendPak Support.

If you continue to have issues with your Lift, take it out of service, then contact your dealer, go to

bendpak.com/support, email [e-mail], or call [phone].

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