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FP8K-B / FP8K-DX / FP8K-DX-XLT 

Jun 2017-A 

 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 

 

Improper installation can cause accelerated wear, resulting in catastrophic failure which may cause 
property damage and / or bodily injury. Manufacturer will assume no liability for loss or damage of any 
kind, expressed or implied, resulting from improper installation or use of this product. Read this 
installation manual in its entirety before attempting to install or operate the lift. 

 

1.  Remove plastic wrap from top Runway and remove all hardware. This includes the Power Unit, 

‘wire braided’ Hydraulic Hose, Jack Tray, Lock Ladders and Hardware Box.   

 

2.  While the Mainside Runway (Fig. 2) is upside down, find the end of the Hydraulic Hose that is 

already connected to the Cylinder. Locate hole on the side of the Mainside Runway and install 
the 90 degree fitting securing to runway with Jam Nut.  Also remove the plastic shipping ties 
securing the pre-installed Cables.   
 

3.  With the Mainside Runway upside down, pull to extend the Cable Ends through the holes on 

each end of the Runway.  Also, ensure the hydraulic fittings are tightened. 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fig. 2 

 

4.  Fully extend the Cylinder Piston Rod by pushing or pulling on the Cable Lock Plates mounted 

on the end of the Cylinder. 

 

Mainside Runway 

 

Cable Lock 

Plates  

Cylinder Piston 

Rod  

Cylinder Hose  

‘Wire braided’ Hose  

90 degree 

Fitting w/ 

Jam Nut 

Summary of Contents for RTD8KDX

Page 1: ...Jun 2017 A Four Post Storage Lifts 8 000 lbs Capacity 4 000 lbs per axle INSTALLATION OWNERS MANUAL RTD8KDX RTD8KDX XLT...

Page 2: ...ators read this manual 5 IMPORTANT Are you installing in a level location Lift must be anchored in place if slope is greater than 1 8 per foot 6 Make sure you have enough room to install the lock rods...

Page 3: ...Column Height 86 94 Clearance between Columns 94 4 100 3 Clearance between Runways 37 2 42 2 Outside Runway to Outside Runway 74 8 80 7 Clearance Under Runways 70 78 Drive Thru Width 80 87 2 Locking P...

Page 4: ...4 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT FP8K DX FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT FP8K DX XLT 80 00 FP8K DX 87 20 FP8K DX XLT...

Page 5: ...oper installation and level lifting If a floor is of questionable slope consider a survey of the site and or the possibility of pouring a new level concrete slab This lift is designed to be installed...

Page 6: ...ster Kit Drip Trays Jack Tray OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT SHOWN SJ 35 Sliding Scissor Jack 3 500 lbs capacity Aluminum Drive On Ramps 90 Degree Power Unit Bracket Kit only to the rear of Mainside Column...

Page 7: ...Hose Jack Tray Lock Ladders and Hardware Box 2 While the Mainside Runway Fig 2 is upside down find the end of the Hydraulic Hose that is already connected to the Cylinder Locate hole on the side of t...

Page 8: ...eviously chosen corner for the Power Unit 7 Unbolt all four Columns from the shipping brackets and place the Power Unit Column 1 with mount bracket in the above chosen corner Arrange the other three S...

Page 9: ...Blocks 56 inside each column After removing the top Nut from the Lock Ladder you are ready to install the Top Caps A B 3 4 on the columns 12 Be aware of the offset hole in column s Top Caps Arrange To...

Page 10: ...in 1 2 Note The variance will help in mounting the Runways later 15 Carefully lift and position each Runway into place and secure to Crossbeams ends with the provided Hex Bolts 44 Mounting Plate 42 an...

Page 11: ...ensuring that the Crossbeam s Cable Pulley is between the Cable and the Lock Ladder as shown in Fig 6 This will allow the secondary Slack Cable Lock to function properly See Fig 6 below for Cable rou...

Page 12: ...assists in keeping the Cables properly engaged to the Pulleys Fig 8 20 Install Lock Rods Linkage components per the drawing Fig 9 below Ensure to install Eye bolts 69 to outside middle of each Crossbe...

Page 13: ...ulic Hose 89 to the Fitting on the side of the Main side Runway and attach the other end to the 90 degree Fitting on the Power Unit as shown in Fig 10 Fig 10 24 Now raise the complete unit Lift and se...

Page 14: ...hen adjusting the Nylon Nut Make sure that threads engage through the nylon on each Nylon Nut 28 Install the Plastic drip Boards 51A into the bracket slots on the underside of the Mainside Runway as s...

Page 15: ...ails 4 Install the four Pivot Pins 106 and Hairpin Cotter Pins 105 to secure Caster assembly to each crossbeam 5 Lower the Lift confirming that the Caster assemblies engage the columns and all four Co...

Page 16: ...talling 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 u...

Page 17: ...ibed in this manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses SAFETY PROCEDURES Never...

Page 18: ...re vehicle is neither front nor rear heavy Raising Lift Push up switch to raise lift until platform runways clear floor Stop and check for vehicle movement and vehicle weight distribution If secure ra...

Page 19: ...isually while in operation Check safety latches for free movement and full engagement with rack Check hydraulic connections and hoses for leakage Check cables connections for bends cracks and proper t...

Page 20: ...oo quickly while under a heavy load Lower the lift slowly under heavy loads Motor Hums and Will Not Run 1 Lift overloaded Remove excessive weight from lift WARNING The voltages used in the lift can ca...

Page 21: ...21 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A POWER UNIT PRIMING PROCEDURE WARNING Failure to properly relieve pressure in the following steps can cause injury to personnel...

Page 22: ...s high as it will travel full height You should hear the locking latches click through all latch slots simultaneously 3 Lower lift onto top latch position 4 Check clearance starting with the right fro...

Page 23: ...23 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A EXPLODED VIEW 1...

Page 24: ...24 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A EXPLODED VIEW 2...

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Page 26: ...26 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A EXPLODED VIEW 4 41...

Page 27: ...27 FP8K B FP8K DX FP8K DX XLT Jun 2017 A EXPLODED VIEW 5...

Page 28: ...XLT 020 TT7B 200 11NEW Sheave Shaft GZ Crossbeam 4 21 FP8K DS DX XLT 021 TT7B 200 08 Cable Sheave 10 21A FP8K DS DX XLT 021A GB70 1 2000 M8 40 Cable Guide Bolt Crossbeam M8x40 4 21B FP8K DS DX XLT 02...

Page 29: ...sher D6 6 53C FP8K DS DX XLT 053C TT 8136J 500 01 Ramp Yellow Caution metal Strip DX 2 54 FP8K DS DX XLT 054 GB91 Cotter Pin D5x60 2 55 FP8K DS DX XLT 055 DPF4 3 2 500 02 Cylinder Pin 1 56 FP7K 8K 403...

Page 30: ...05 Elbow Fitting Power Unit 1 91 FP8K DS DX XLT 091 TPF4 500 09 Hex Nut Power Unit 2 92 FP8K DS DX XLT 092 TPF4 500 08 Washer Power Unit 2 93 FP8K DS DX XLT 093 TPF4 500 07 Fitting Power Unit 1 94 FP...

Page 31: ...Offside Runway DS DX XLT 1 56 FP7K 8K 4047 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER FP7K 8K DS DX XLT 1 61 FP8K DS DX XLT JT DPF4 3 2 600 00T Jack Tool Tray 42 x12 DS DX XLT 1 67 FP8K DS DX XLT 067 TT 8138 200 01 00 Crossb...

Page 32: ...age 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 Tuxedo of any missing parts within 72 hours T...

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