STEP 3
(Column & Cross Tube Installation)
1. Place a chalk line on the floor according to the floor plan
layout. Pay attention to the Power Unit location. Locate and
stand the Columns at their respective locations.
DO NOT
BOLT
Columns down at this time. Use caution to prevent
the Columns from falling over. (See Fig. 3.1)
2. To estimate the shim requirements, place a target on
floor at each Column position and record the readings.
Find the highest of the four locations then find the differ-
ence between each of the remaining Columns. This differ-
ence is the estimated amount of shim thickness that will be
required at each Column. (See Fig. 3.2)
Note: The maximum shim thickness recommended by the
factory is no more than 1/2” per Column using shims and
anchors provided with the lift. A maximum shim thickness of
2” is possible by ordering optional Shim Plates. Contact your
authorized BendPak Distributor for ordering information.
3. Using a forklift or crane, raise the Cross Tubes (making
sure the Plastic Slide Blocks are still in position) and drop
down into the top of the Columns. NOTE: The sheave
windows should be positioned inward and adjacent the
Power unit Column. (See Fig. 3.3)
4. With the Columns standing and the Cross Tubes in
position, install the Safety Ladders. Pass the Ladders
through the Column openings and drop down through the
Slide Block guide slots on the cross tube until the Ladders
come to rest on the Base Plates.
DO NOT BOLT
Columns
down at this time. (See Fig. 3.4 - 3.5)
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Fig. 3.1
Fig. 3.3
Fig. 3.4
Fig. 3.5
Fig 3.2
