Tuxedo FP9K-DX-XLT User Manual

FP9K-DX-XLT

Four Post Lift

9,000 lbs. Capacity

(4,500 lbs. per axle)

INSTALLATION / OWNERS MANUAL

Jan 2019

READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING, OR MAINTAINING
THIS LIFT. WHEN DONE WITH INSTALLATION BE SURE TO RETURN DOCUMENTS TO
PACKAGE AND GIVE ALL MATERIALS TO LIFT OWNER/OPERATOR. WHEN INSTALLATION
IS COMPLETE BE SURE TO RUN LIFT UP AND DOWN A FEW CYCLES WITH AND WITHOUT
“TYPICAL” VEHICLE LOADED ON LIFT.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITY

• LIFT SPECIFICATIONS

• FLOOR PLAN LAYOUT

• TOOLS REQUIRED

• SELECTING SITE

• MAIN COMPONENTS & ACCESSORY IDENTIFICATION

• INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

• CASTER KIT ASSEMBLY / INSTALLATION

• FOUNDATION & ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS

• SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PROCEDURES

• OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

• TROUBLESHOOTING

• POWER UNIT PRIMING PROCEDURE

• LATCH & CABLE INSPECTION / ADJUSTMENTS

• EXPLODED VIEWS

• PARTS LIST

• WARRANTY POLICY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Always inspect the lift for damage and make note of any damage on the bill of lading.

2. In case of freight damage, call the truck line immediately and report the damage as a freight
claim.

3. IMPORTANT! Make sure you have extra help or heavy duty lifting equipment when unloading
and assembling the lift.

4. Please read the safety procedures and operating instructions in this manual before operating
lift. Keep this manual near lift at all times. Make sure all operators read this manual.

5. IMPORTANT! Are you installing in a level location? (Lift must be anchored in place if slope is
greater than 1/8” per foot.)

6. Make sure you have enough room to install the lock rods. You will need at least 9’ of clearance
from the opposite end of the power unit end of the lift and 6’ at the power unit end. The power
unit may be installed on the driver front or the passenger rear corner.

7. Never raise a car until you have double checked all bolts, nuts and hose fittings.

8. Always lower the lift to locks before going under the vehicle or storing another vehicle
underneath lift.

9. Never allow anyone to go under the lift when raising or lowering.

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OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITY

This is a vehicle lift installation/operation manual and no attempt is made or implied herein to instruct
the user in lifting methods particular to an individual application. Rather, the contents of this manual
are intended as a basis for operation and maintenance of the unit as it stands alone or as it is
intended and anticipated to be used in conjunction with other equipment.

Proper application of the equipment described herein is limited to the parameters detailed in the
specifications and the uses set forth in the descriptive passages. Any other proposed application of
this equipment should be documented and submitted in writing to the factory for examination. The
user assumes full responsibility for any equipment damage, personal injury, or alteration of the
equipment described in this manual or any subsequent damages.

LIFT SPECIFICATIONS

FP9K-DX-XLT Lift Specifications

Lifting Capacity 9,000 lbs.
Lifting Height 85”
Overall Length w/ Ramps 239”
Overall Length w/ no Ramps 197”
Overall Width 123”
Overall Width w/ Power Unit 134.5”
Approach Ramp Length 37”
Runway Tread Width 20”
Runway Length 188.5”
Runway Height 4.80”
Column Height 97”
Clearance between Columns 111.5”
Clearance between Runways 39.5”
Outside Runway to Outside Runway 79”
Clearance Under Runways 81”
Drive Thru Width 99”
Locking Positions 11
Lifting Speed 90S
Power 115V-20 Amp / 1PH
Ship Weight 2,354 lbs.

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FLOOR PLAN LAYOUT

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TOOLS REQUIRED

Ø Set of Metric Wrenches and/or Sockets
Ø Adjustable Wrench
Ø Locking Pliers
Ø 25’ Tape Measure
Ø Step Ladder

Ø Phillips Screw Driver
Ø Rotary Hammer Drill (If anchoring)
Ø 3/4" Masonry Bit (If anchoring)
Ø 3 Gallons of Hydraulic Oil*

*Recommended Oil: ISO 32 Light Hydraulic Oil

SELECTING SITE

Before installing your new lift, check the following.

OVERHEAD OBSTRUCTIONS: The area where the lift will be located should be free of overhead
obstructions such as heaters, building supports, electrical lines etc.

FLOOR REQUIREMENTS: Visually inspect the site where the lift is to be installed and check for
cracked or defective concrete. This lift must be installed on a solid level concrete floor with no more
than 2 degrees of slope. A level floor is suggested for proper installation and level lifting. If a floor is of
questionable slope, consider a survey of the site and/or the possibility of pouring a new level concrete
slab. This lift is designed to be installed on a minimum of 4" thick, 3000psi, with steel reinforced
concrete. Do not install this lift on asphalt, wood, or any other surface other than described. This lift is
only as strong as the foundation on which it is installed.

NOTE: This Lift does not require bolting to the floor (BUT) If you choose the option to anchor
the Lift to the floor, please follow the detailed instructions in the manual and criteria above.
(See page 15)

DO NOT install this lift outdoors unless special consideration has been made to protect the power unit
from weather conditions. The Power unit is not water proof!

DO NOT install lift close to wall. It is necessary to leave adequate clearance for safely walking.
Suggested clearance to be 1 meter (3 feet) at min.

OPERATING CONDITIONS:

range of 41º-104ºF (5º-40ºC).

Lift is not intended for outdoor use and has an operating ambient temperature

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MAIN COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION

Sub Runway

Crossbeam

Column

Column

Mainside Runway

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Wheel Stop

Jack / Tool Tray

Power Unit

Drive-On Ramps

(Not shown)

Drip Trays

Poly Caster Kit

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT SHOWN:

Power Unit

Foot Step

· RJ-45 Rolling Scissor Jack – 4,500 lbs. capacity

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Improper installation can cause accelerated wear, resulting in catastrophic failure which may cause
property damage and / or bodily injury. Manufacturer will assume no liability for loss or damage of any
kind, expressed or implied, resulting from improper installation or use of this product. Read this
installation manual in its entirety before attempting to install or operate the lift.

1. Remove plastic wrap from top Runway and remove all hardware. This includes the Power Unit,
‘wire braded’ Hydraulic Hose and Hardware Box.

2. While the Mainside Runway (Fig. 2) is upside down, find the end of the Hydraulic Hose that is
already connected to the Cylinder. Locate hole on the side of the Mainside Runway (#1) and
install the 90 degree Fitting (#61) securing to runway with Jam Nut. Also remove the plastic
shipping ties securing the pre-installed Cables.

3. With the Mainside Runway upside down, pull to extend the Cable Ends through the holes on
each end of the Runway. Also, ensure the hydraulic fittings are tightened.

Mainside Runway

(upside down)

90 degree

Fitting w/

Jam Nut

‘Wire braded’ Hose

Cylinder Hose

Cylinder Piston

Rod

Cable Lock

Plates

Fig. 2

4. Fully extend the Cylinder Piston Rod by pushing or pulling on the Cable Lock Plates (#41 &
#42) mounted on the end of the Cylinder.

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5. Now unbolt the top Mainside Runway (#3) taking the necessary safety precautions to support
runway, as it will need to be flipped over. Note: Using some type of hoist is recommended to

carefully flip the Runway over, so it’s no longer upside down.

6. Locate the Mainside Runway in your bay with the Hydraulic Fitting (#61) facing toward your
previously chosen corner for the Power Unit.

7. Unbolt all four Columns from the shipping brackets and place the Power Unit Column (#1) with
mount bracket in the above chosen corner. Arrange the other three Sub Columns (#2) in the
remaining corners.

8. Unpack the Crossbeams, Cover panels, Ramps, Drip Trays, Jack Tray, Lock Ladders and
Caster Kit from the lower Sub Runway (#2). Remove the linkage rod Cover Panels (#68, #69,
#70 & #71) (Fig. 3) if not already removed. They will be reinstalled later.

Cover Panels

Fig 3

9.

Arrange the Crossbeams so that the Latches’ Linkage Rods are facing outward and the Short
Rod (#83) is closest to the Power Unit Column, as shown in (Fig.4).

Linkage Rods

Short Rod

Fig. 4

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10. If you have means for securely lifting the

hole

Crossbeam, lower it into the tops of the
Columns. If not, the Columns will have to be
placed horizontally, in order to install the
Crossbeams into the Columns. Then, the
entire end structure (two columns and
crossbeam) will need to be stood up as one.

11. Unpack the Lock Ladders (#11) (Fig. 5) from
the package and slide them into the precut slot on
the Rub Blocks (#67) inside each column. After
removing the top Nut from the Lock Ladder,
you are ready to install the Top Caps A&B (#10 &
#65) on the columns.

12. Be aware of the offset hole in column’s Top
Caps. Arrange Top Caps so that the cable
mounting holes are closest to the runways.
Use provided Bolts, Nuts, Washers and Lock
Washers to install Top Caps, as shown in Fig.5 &
5b.

Top Cap

Cable mount

Fig. 5b

13. Secure Top Cap and Lock Ladder assemblies
together with Washer (#13) and Nut (#14) as
shown in Fig 5b. Note: Ensure Jam Nut (#12) is
positioned below Top Caps. Position the
Crossbeams at the second lowest locking position on all columns.

Lock Ladder

Fig. 5

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