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       Aston® 

Overhead Two Post Lift AL-100RH User’s Manual  

18.

 

Position  the  lift  support  pads  to  contact  the  vehicle  manufacturers  recommended  lifting  points.  Raise  the  lift  until  the 
pads  contact  the  vehicle.  Check  pads  for  secure  contact  with  the  vehicle.  Check  all  arm  restraints  and  insure  they  are 
properly engaged. Raise the lift to the desired working height.  
 

19.

 

Some pickup trucks may require an optional truck adapter to clear running boards or other accessories.  
 

20.

 

NOTE: Always use all 4 arms to raise and support vehicle.  
 

21.

 

Caution! Never work under the lift unless the mechanical safety locks are engaged.  
 

22.

 

Note that the removal or installation of some vehicle parts may cause a critical load shift in the center of gravity and may 
cause the vehicle to become unstable. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual for recommended procedures.  
 

23.

 

Always keep the lift area free of obstruction and debris. Grease and oil spills should always be cleaned up immediately.  

 

24.

 

Never raise vehicle with passengers inside.  

 

25.

 

Before lowering check area for any obstructions.  

 

26.

 

Before removing the vehicle from the lift area, position the arms to the drive-thru position to prevent damage to the lift 
and /or vehicle.  

 

27.

 

Do not remove hydraulic fittings while under pressure.  

  

WARNING! 

Failure by purchaser to provide the recommended mounting surface could result in unsatisfactory lift performance, 

property damage, or personal injury.  

  
LOCATION

 This lift has been evaluated for indoor use only with an operating ambient temp. range of 41- 104°F (5 - 40°C). It is 

prohibited  to  install  this  product  outdoors. 

Failure  to  adhere  will  result  in  decertification,  loss  of  warranty,  and  possible 

damage to the equipment. 

For  additional  safety  instructions  regarding  lifting,  lift  types,  warning  labels,  preparing  to  lift,  vehicle  spotting,  vehicle  lifting, 
maintaining  load  stability,  emergency  procedures,  vehicle  lowering,  lift  limitations,  lift  maintenance,  good  shop  practices, 
installation, operator training and owner/employer responsibilities

please refer to “Lifting It Right” (ALI/SM) and “Safety Tips” 

(ALI/ST) and vehicle lift points for service garage lifting SAE J2184.    
 
For additional  instruction on  general  requirements for lift  operation, please  refer to “Automotive  Lift-Safety Requirements  for 
Operation,  Inspection  and  Maintenance”  (ANSI/ALI  ALOIM).  Installation  shall  be  performed  in  accordance  with  ANSO/ALI 
ALIS, Safety Requirements for Installation and Service of Automotive Lifts.  

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for AL-100RH

Page 1: ...n Overhead Two Post Lift AL 100RH User s Manual Version V3 0 Serial No Production Date ELECTRO HYDRAULIC OVERHEAD TWO POST LIFT For Models AL 100RH 10 000 lbs 4 5T Aston Technologies Inc www astontechusa com ...

Page 2: ...ge and other impurities Position the swing arm of the lift making it contact the lifting point as recommended by the manufacturer Raise the carriage and confirm the lifting pad and vehicle are closely contacted Raise the carriage to the appropriate working height For some vehicles the parts dismantling or installation will cause severe deviation of the center of gravity leading to unstable vehicle...

Page 3: ...n contact with hot manifolds or moving fan blades 5 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 rated 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 6 Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use Never use the...

Page 4: ...sition the arms to the drive thru position to prevent damage to the lift and or vehicle 27 Do not remove hydraulic fittings while under pressure WARNING Failure by purchaser to provide the recommended mounting surface could result in unsatisfactory lift performance property damage or personal injury LOCATION This lift has been evaluated for indoor use only with an operating ambient temp range of 4...

Page 5: ...cing 8 1 7 Safety Features 8 1 7 1 Dead Man s Type Control 8 1 7 2 Equalizing System 8 1 7 3 Collision Prevention Switch 8 1 7 4 Pinch Point Protection 8 1 7 5 Automatic Arm Restraint 8 1 7 6 Pipe Break Valve 8 1 7 7 Pressure Relief Valve 8 2 Specifications 8 3 Installation 10 3 1 Important Concrete and Anchoring Information 10 3 2 Anchoring Tip Sheet 10 3 3 Installation Procedure 11 4 Operation 1...

Page 6: ...ad Two Post Lift AL 100RH User s Manual 4 4 Lowering 14 5 Maintenance 14 5 1 Daily Pre Operation Check 14 5 2 Weekly Maintenance 15 5 3 Yearly Maintenance 15 6 Troubleshooting 15 Appendix 17 Parts List 19 Warranty 22 ...

Page 7: ... authorized personnel over 18 years only Always keep the lift and lift area clean and free of tools parts debris etc Once the disk adapters contact the lift points check arm restraints for engagement After raising the vehicle briefly stop and check the disk adapters for secure contact Always lift the vehicle using all four adapters Make sure the vehicle doors are closed during raising and lowering...

Page 8: ...pressure to a maximum of 150 bar 2 SPECIFICATIONS See following pages Ensure that ecologically harmful substances are disposed of only in accordance with the appropriate regulations Do not use high pressure steam jet cleaners or caustic cleaning agents Risk of damage Do not replace or override the safety devices 1 7 Safety Features 1 7 1 Dead Man s Type Control The operator is required to hold the...

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Page 10: ...have enough embedment Use the existing holes in column base plate as a guide for drilling the 3 4 diameter holes into the concrete 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 Concrete thickness or hole depth should be a minimum of 4 CAUTION DO NOT Install on asphalt or other similar unstable surface Columns are supported ...

Page 11: ...erials from the unit STEP 3 Open the wrapping from the upper column and carefully remove the parts from inside Remove the packing brackets and bolts holding the two columns together do not discard bolts they are used in the assembly of the lift STEP 4 Position the columns facing each other 107 1 4 inside base plates Square the columns by measuring diagonally from corner points on base plates withi...

Page 12: ...ire cutters STEP 19 Do not place any vehicle on the lift at this time Cycle the lift up and down several times to insure latches engage properly and all air is re moved from the system To lower the lift first raised the lift to clear the latches and then pull down the safety release handle to lower lift lf latches function out of sync tighten the cable on the latch that engages first STEP 13 Adjus...

Page 13: ...n clear of lift Always lift the vehicle using all four adapters 4 2 Raising During raising and lowering cycles Closely watch the vehicle and the lift do not allow anyone to stay in lift area and make sure the vehicle doors are closed Once the disk adapters contact the lift points check arm restraints for engagement After raising the vehicle briefly stop and check adapters for secure contact Press ...

Page 14: ... of device failure before needed could save you from expensive property damage lost production time serious personal injury and even death Note It is normal for an empty lift to lower slowly It may be necessary to add weight 4 4 Lowering During raising and lowering cycles Closely watch the vehicle and the lift do not allow anyone to stay in lift area and make sure the vehicle doors are closed Rais...

Page 15: ...equipment Check and tighten bolts and nuts and screws Check cylinder puller assembly for free movement or excessive ware on cylinder yoke or pulley pin Check cable pulley for free movement and excessive ware 5 3 YEARLY MAINTENANCE Lubricate chain Grease rub blocks and column surface contacting rub blocks Change the hydraulic fluid good maintenance procedure makes it mandatory to keep hydraulic flu...

Page 16: ...unit Oil reservoir overfilled Reduce the oil to the oil level Impeller fan cover is dented Take off and straighten Faulty wiring Call electrician Motor hums and does not Bad capacitor Call electrician run Low voltage Call electrician Lift overloaded Remove excessive weight from lift Lift jerks going up and Raise lift all the way to top and return to floor Air in hydraulic system Repeat 4 6 times D...

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Page 18: ...18 Aston Overhead Two Post Lift AL 100RH User s Manual Detail A Detail B ...

Page 19: ... M8X25 14 GB97 2 85 Flat washer 4 d8 15 GB93 87 Spring washer 4 d8 16 GB6170 86 hexagon nut 4 M8 17 DPF4 3 2 200 03 Block 4 17 1 DPF4 3 2 200 10 Compound bush 4 18 GB894 1 86 Spindle spring circlip 4 d19 19 TT9D 400 01 05 Short spacer bush 4 20 TT9D 400 01 03 Long spacer bush 2 21 TT9D 400 01 04 Axle 2 22 GB70 85 Bolt 2 M6X25 23 GB T889 1968 Locknut 3 M6 24 XG4 5A05 01 01 Trolley 3 25 GB5781 86 He...

Page 20: ...ydraulic fitting 1 60 TPF4 500 08 Washer 1 61 TPF4 500 09 Nut 2 62 TT9D 600 02 Hydraulic hose 1 L 320 64 TT9D 600 06 Three way connection 1 65 TT9D 500 08 00 Safety thin steel cable 1 subassembly 66 TT9D 600 04 Hydraulic hose 1 L 1580 67 TT9D 600 03 Hydraulic hose 1 L 8520 68 TPF4 500 06 Direct inside and outside fitting 2 69 TT9D 600 05 00 Straight joint 2 subassembly 70 GB819 85 crow recessed co...

Page 21: ...10X16 89 Expand bolt 10 φ19 90 XG4 5A05 02 02 Bracket B 1 91 GB5781 86 Hexangular bolt 1 M6X35 92 XG4 5A05 09 Cover 2 93 JN T7271 1 94 Ball handle 1 94 TT9D 500 03 Handle 1 95 GB6170 86 Hexangular nut 1 M10 96 GB95 85 Flat washer C 1 D10 97 GB93 87 Spring washer 1 D10 98 TT9D 500 02 00 Sector 1 Weld assembly 99 GB5781 86 Hexangular bolt 1 M6X35 100 GB6170 86 Hexangular nut 1 M6 ...

Page 22: ... Freight damage is not considered a warranty issue and therefore must be noted for any potential recovery with the shipping company The customer is required to notify Aston of any missing parts within 72 hours Timely notification must be received to be covered under warranty Aston will replace any defective part under warranty at no charge as soon as such parts become available from the manufactur...

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