Step 2 (Installing Columns)
Determine the side that power unit column will be located. The power unit column can
be located on either side. Keep in mind this is the column where your main electrical
power supply will be connected. It is recommended to locate the power side with the
passenger side of the vehicle when loaded on the lift in order to save steps during
operation.
Double check measurements and make sure that the base plate of each column is
square and aligned with the chalk line.
Stand up the power unit column (the one a power unit bracket welded on) and position
it inside the chalked lines. The column should face straight toward the other column.
Stand up the other column opposite to the main power unit column inside the chalk
lines.
Place the floor plate between two columns and align the mounting holes with the inside
base plate holes. This will make sure proper spacing between columns.
Using a tape measure, measure from back corner to back corner of the base plate to
assure columns are square to each other. Adjust the columns as needed to obtain the
best fit.
Drill anchor holes with 3/4 inch drill bit into concrete following
Anchoring Tips
on page
4.
Assemble washers and nuts on the anchors and then tap into each hole with a rubber
hammer until washers rest against the base plate. Do not tighten anchor bolts at this
time.
Use a level to check the level of each column. Place horseshoe shims under the base
plate (near the anchor bolts) as needed. This will prevent bending column bases.
Tighten 10 anchor bolts and recheck for level. Hammer the anchor bolts all the way
down. Tighten anchor bolts using a torque wrench to 125 ft. / lb. DO NOT use an
impact wrench when tightening the anchor bolts!
Now remove the steel floor plate cover.
Manually lift the carriage on each column about waist high. Let carriages down and
allow them to set on safety latch stops. Make sure they are at the same height. Double
check the latches before working under the carriages.
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