Tuxedo TP11KC-DX Installation & Operation Manual
TP11KC-DX
Two-Post Clear Floor
‘Bi-Symmetric’ Automotive Lift
11,000 lb. Capacity
(2,750 lbs. Max per Arm)
Installation & Operation Manual
Jun 2017
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety Information
1.1 Note, Caution and Warning
1.2 Important Information
1.3 Safety Instructions
2. Technical Manual
2.1 Product Description
2.2 Technical Data
3. Installation
3.1 Site Selection
3.2 Surface Condition/ Foundation & Anchoring
3.3 Tools Required
3.4 Installation Procedure
3.5 Hydraulic Scheme
4. Operation
4.1 Operation Instructions
4.1.1 Lift Preparation
4.1.2 Loading Lift
4.1.3 To Raise Lift
4.1.4 While Using Lift
4.1.5 To Lower Lift
4.1.6 Unloading Lift
4.2 Maintenance Instructions
5. Exploded View / Parts List
6. Troubleshooting Guide
7. Power Unit Priming
8. Warranty Policy
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1. Safety Information
1.1 Note, Caution and Warning
This document uses the following terms - NOTE, CAUTION and WARNING - to alert you to special instructions,
tips, or hazards for a given procedure. Please familiarize yourself with the notations described below.
INDICATES IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT REQUIRES SPECIAL ATTENTION, SUCH AS A
PROCEDURE FOR A SPECIFIC VEHICLE, OR TIPS ON OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT.
INDICATES THE POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, OR THE VEHICLE
UNLESS YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OR PROCEDURE EXACTLY.
INDICATES THE POTENTIAL FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH DUE TO
HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EQUIPMENT, VEHICLE, OR ENVIRONMENT. DO NO PERFORM
ANY PROCEDURE UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE WARNING INSTRUCTIONS.
1.2 Important Information
1. Read this manual thoroughly before installing, operating, or maintaining this lift.
2. This lift is designed for indoor use only, and should not be installed in a pit or depression.
3. The floor on which the lift is to be installed must be 4-1/4” minimum thickness concrete, with a
minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi.
4. The lift has specific electrical requirements as described in the Installation Instructions section of this
manual.
5. This lift has a minimum ceiling height requirement as described in the Installation Instructions section
of this manual.
6. Failure by the owner to provide the recommended shelter, mounting surface, electrical supply, and
ceiling height could result in unsatisfactory lift performance, property damage, or personal injury.
7. The operation of the lift is permitted by authorized personnel only.
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1.3 Safety Instructions
1. Do not raise a vehicle on the lift until the installation is completed as described in this manual.
2. Technicians should be trained to use and care for the lift by familiarizing themselves with this
instruction manual. The lift should never be operated by an untrained person.
3. Always position the arms and adapters properly out of the way before pulling the vehicle into, or out of
the bay. Failure to do so could damage the vehicle and/or the lift.
4. Do not overload the lift. The capacity of the lift is shown on cover of this document and on the lift’s
serial number tag.
5. Positioning the vehicle is very important. Only trained technicians should position the vehicle on the
lift. Never allow anyone to stand in the path of the vehicle as it is being positioned and never raise
vehicle with passengers inside.
6. Position the arms to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended pickup points. Raise the lift until
contact is made with the vehicle. Make sure that the arms have properly engaged the vehicle before
raising the lift to a working height.
7. Keep everyone clear of the lift when the lift is moving, the locking mechanism is disengaged, or the
vehicle is in danger of falling.
8. Unauthorized personnel should never be in the shop area when the lift is in use.
9. Inspect the lift daily. The lift should never be operated if it has damaged components, or is
malfunctioning. Only qualified technicians should service the lift. Replace damaged components with
manufacturer’s parts, or equivalent.
10. Keep the area around the lift clear of obstacles.
11. Never override the self-returning lift controls.
12. Use safety stands when removing or installing heavy vehicle components.
13. Avoid excessive rocking of the vehicle when it is on the lift.
14. To reduce the risk of personal injury, keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from
moving parts.
15. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the lift when wet, do not expose the lift to rain.
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16. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of flammable
liquids.
17. Use the lift only as described in this manual, use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
18. Unusual vehicles, such as limousines, RV’s, and long wheelbase vehicles, may not be suitable for
lifting on this equipment. If necessary, consult with the manufacturer or the manufacturer’s
representative.
19. The troubleshooting and maintenance procedures described in this manual can be done by the lift’s
owner/employer. Any other procedure should only be performed by trained lift service personnel.
These restricted procedures include, but are not limited to, the following: cylinder replacement,
carriage and safety latch replacement, column replacement and overhead structure replacement.
20. Anyone who will be in the vicinity of the lift when it is in use should familiarize themselves with the
following Caution, Warning, and Safety related decals supplied with this lift, and replace them if they
are illegible or missing.
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Capacity
Height Overall
Width Overall
w/ Power Unit
Max
Lifting Height
Max Lifting Height w/ Tallest Adaptor
Width
Between Columns
Min Pad Height
Drive Thru Clearance
Front Arm Reach
–
Min / Max
Rear Arm Reach
–
Min / Max
Power
2. Technical Manual
2.1 Product Description
The TP11KC-DX (165948T) 2-post hydraulic lift is a surface mounted, frame contact lift incorporating the latest safety
technologies. Designed and manufactured for a lifting capacity of 11,000 lbs. (Max 2,750 lbs. per Lifting Arm) and is fully
capable for lifting vehicles, vans and light trucks by safely holding them in an elevated position. The TP11KC-DX also
incorporates the Bi-Symmetric feature, which allows the Arms to be configured for both asymmetrical & symmetrical
lifting configurations.
The TP11KC-DX 2-post hydraulic lift consists of
a fixed structural unit (Crossbeam and
Columns), the mobile units (Carriages and Lift
Arms), and the Hydraulic Power System and
Safety devices.
A. Crossbeam
B. Column
C. Carriage
D. Lifting Arm
E. Power Unit
F. Overhead Safety Shut-Off Bar
G. Single Point Safety-Latch Release
2.2 Technical Data
11,000 lbs. (
144”
145-1/2”
71”
76-1/2”
116”
4”
104”
23” – 45”
41” – 57”
220V, 20 Amp, 1 Phase
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Max 2,750 lbs. per Arm)
POWER UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT
WITH INTERFERECE BETWEEN THE POWER UNIT AND SHORT SWING ARM, THUS CAUSING
DAMAGE TO POWER UNIT.
Fig. 1 – Front View Spec.
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Bi-Symmetric (Asymmetric & Symmetric) Configurations
Fig.2a –Top View Spec.
NOTE:
Power Unit must be
mounted on
Passenger Side,
beside the long/rear
Swing Arm.
Fig.2b - Base Size Spec.
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3. Installation
3.1 Site Selection
The hydraulic lift is designed only for indoor use. Application in a room with explosion hazard is not permitted. Setting
in a wet place, a car wash center for instance, is prohibited.
3.2 Surface Condition / Foundation & Anchoring
The 2-post hydraulic lift should be installed on level ground. The foundation must be 4-1/4” minimum thickness
concrete, with a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi. Failure to meet the foundation requirement may cause
the lift instability or personal injury. Installing on asphalt, soft clay floor or near the expansion gap is prohibited.
FOUNDATION and ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS
1. Concrete shall have compression strength of at least 3,000 PSI and a minimum thickness of 4-1/4” in order to
achieve a minimum anchor embedment of 3-1/4”. NOTE: When using the standard supplied 3/4” x 5-1/2” long
anchors, if the top of the anchor exceeds 2-1/4” above the floor grade, you DO NOT have enough embedment.
2. Maintain a 6” minimum distance from any slab edge or seam. Hole to hole spacing should be a minimum 6-1/2”
in any direction. Hole depth should be a minimum of 4-1/4”.
3. DO NOT install on asphalt or other similar unstable surface. Columns are supported only by anchoring to floor.
4. Using the horseshoe shims provided, shim each column base as required until each column is plumb. If one
column has to be elevated to match the plane of the other column, full size base shim plates should be used.
Torque anchors to 130 ft-lbs. Shim thickness MUST NOT exceed 1/2” when using the 5-1/2” long anchors
provided with the lift.
5. If anchors do not tighten to 130 ft-lbs. installation torque, replace the concrete under each column base with a
4’ x 4’ x 6” thick 3,000 PSI minimum concrete pad keyed under and flush with the top of existing floor. Allow
concrete to cure before installing lifts and anchors (typically 2 to 3 weeks).
ANCHORING TIPS
1. Use a concrete hammer drill with a carbide tip, solid drill bit the same diameter as the anchor, 3/4” -
(.775 to .787 inches diameter). Do not use excessively worn bits or bits which have been incorrectly sharpened.
2. Keep the drill in a perpendicular line while drilling.
3. Let the drill do the work. Do not apply excessive pressure. Lift the drill up and down occasionally to remove
residue to reduce binding.
4. Drill the hole to depth of 2” deeper than the length of anchor. NOTE: Drilling thru concrete (recommended) will
allow the anchor to be driven thru the bottom of foundation if the threads are damaged or if the lift will need to be
relocated.
5. For better holding power blow dust from the hole.
6. Place a flat washer and hex nut over threaded end of anchor, leaving the nut almost flush with the top of the
anchor bolt. Carefully tap anchor into hole. Do not damage threads. Tap anchor into the concrete until nut and
flat washer are against base plate. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten! Tighten the nut, two or three turns on
average after the concrete has cured (28-day cure). If the concrete is very hard only one or two turns may be
required.
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FOUNDATION and ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS, Fig 3
Drill holes using 3/4” Clean hole. Run nut down just Tighten nut with
carbide tipped
masonry drill bit per
ANSI standard
B94.12.1977
below impact section Torque wrench to
of bolt. Drive anchor 130 ft.-lbs.
into hole until nut and
washer contact base.
3.3 Tools & Equipment Required
• 12 quarts of Non-Detergent / Non-Foaming Hydraulic Oil - SAE-10, AW 32 or equivalent
• Chalk line and 12’ Tape Measure
• Concrete hammer drill with 3/4” bit
• 11/16” open end wrench
• 3/4” open end wrench
• Torque wrench
• 15/16” deep socket or wrench
• 1-1/8” socket
• 13/16” open end wrench
• Level (18” minimum length)
• Vise grips
• Tape measure
• Funnel
• Hoist or Forklift (optional)
• Two 12’ step ladders
• 1/4” drive ratchet with 5/16” socket
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