Use and Care Manual
Table Of Contents
- HD-9 Manual
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Shipping Information
- Safety Considerations
- Components
- Specifications
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Installation Checklist
- Installation
- Being Safe
- Using Tools
- Planning for Electrical Work
- Selecting a Location
- Checking Clearances
- Deciding the Lift Orientation
- Creating Chalk Line Guides
- Unloading and Unpacking
- Moving the Posts into Position
- Installing the Crosstubes
- About Safety Locks
- Installing the Ladders and Top Cap
- Raising the Crosstubes
- Securing the Ladders
- Removing the Sheaves
- Installing the Runways
- Installing the First End of the Flex Tube
- Routing the Lifting Cables
- Working with Compression Fittings and Tubing
- Installing the Air Lines
- Installing the Return Line
- Hydraulic Fluid Contamination
- About Thread Sealants
- Installing the Hydraulic Hose
- Installing the Power Unit
- Filling the Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir
- Installing the Second End of the Flex Tube
- Installing the Pushbutton Air Valve
- Connecting the Return Line
- Connecting the Hydraulic Hose
- Contacting the Electrician
- Connecting the Power Source
- Installing a Power Disconnect Switch
- Installing a Thermal Disconnect Switch
- About Effective Embedment
- Anchoring the Posts
- Final Leveling
- Installing Accessories
- Lubricating the Lift
- Bleeding the Hydraulic Cylinder
- Test the Lift
- Final Checklist
- Outdoor usage
- Operation
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Wiring Diagrams
- Labels
- Parts Drawings
- Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) Store
HD-9 Series Four-Post Lifts 13 P/N 5900123 — Rev. M1 — March 2020
Installation
The installation process takes multiple steps. Perform them in the order listed.
Read the entire Installation section before beginning the install
; this gives you a better
understanding of the process as a whole.
⚠ WARNING
Only use the factory-supplied parts that came with your Lift
. If you use
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 (800) 253-2363, extension 191.
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
.
Using 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
• 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