ATLAS Automotive Equipment 9KBPX 2-Post Lift/Hoist User Manual

1. Introducere

This manual provides essential instructions for the safe and efficient operation, installation, and maintenance of your ATLAS Automotive Equipment 9KBPX 2-Post Lift/Hoist. Please read this manual thoroughly before installation or operation to ensure proper usage and to prevent potential hazards.

2. Informații de siguranță

Always prioritize safety when operating the lift. Failure to follow safety guidelines can result in serious injury or equipment damage.

• Citiți manualul: Understand all operating and safety procedures before use.
• Personal calificat: Installation and major maintenance should only be performed by qualified technicians.
• Proper Foundation: Ensure the concrete floor meets minimum thickness and strength requirements for anchoring.
• Capacitate de încărcare: Never exceed the 9,000 lbs (4082 kg) maximum lifting capacity.
• Poziționarea vehiculului: Always center the vehicle on the lift arms and ensure proper contact with the lift points.
• Încuietori de siguranță: Always engage the safety locks after raising the vehicle to the desired height. The lift is equipped with a spring-loaded Secondary Lock System (SLS) that automatically engages if a chain slackens or breaks.
• Distanța de deasupra capului: Be aware of the minimum ceiling height requirement (9'6") and ensure adequate clearance for the vehicle being lifted. The lift includes a safety feature that will shut off the system if the vehicle reaches an excessive height, preventing damage.
• Goliți zona: Keep the area around the lift clear of personnel and obstructions during operation.
• Oprire de urgență: Familiarize yourself with the location and operation of the emergency stop control.

3. Produs terminatview și Caracteristici

The ATLAS 9KBPX is a robust 2-post baseplate style lift designed for versatility and reliability in automotive service environments, particularly those with lower ceiling heights.

• Design compact: Baseplate style allows for installation in garages with ceilings as low as 9'6".
• Capacitate mare: 9,000 lbs lifting capacity suitable for a wide range of vehicles, from small cars to light-duty trucks.
• Symmetric Arms: Equipped with symmetric arms and automatic arm restraints for stable and secure vehicle positioning.
• Dual Hydraulic Chain Drive: Utilizes dual hydraulic chain drive cylinders for smooth and powerful lifting.
• Accesorii incluse: Comes with an 8-piece truck adapter set and essential mounting hardware.
• Chain Over Roller System: Features a chain over roller piston lift carriage system for reliable operation.
• Egalizare cablu: A cable equalization system ensures synchronized locking and evenly raised arms.

Figure 1: ATLAS 9KBPX 2-Post Lift with a black SUV in a raised position.

Figure 2: Comparison of Overhead vs. Baseplate 2-Post Lifts, highlighting the baseplate's suitability for low ceilings and lifting taller vehicles without overhead obstruction.

4. Specificații

Figure 3: Detailed dimensions of the ATLAS 9KBPX 2-Post Lift, including overall height, width, and drive-thru width.

Figura 4: Prim-plan view of the chain over roller piston lift carriage system, illustrating the hydraulic fluid mechanism and cable equalization.

5. Configurare și instalare

Proper installation is critical for the safe and reliable operation of your lift. Refer to the detailed instructions provided in the separate installation guide for comprehensive steps. Key steps include:

1. Despachetarea și inspecția: Carefully unpack all components and inspect for any shipping damage or missing parts.
2. Pregatirea site-ului: Ensure the installation site has a level concrete foundation of adequate thickness and strength, as specified in the installation guide.
3. Column Placement and Anchoring: Position the columns accurately and secure them to the concrete floor using the provided anchor bolts.
4. Floor Plate Installation: Install the floor plate between the columns, ensuring proper alignment and securing it with screws.
5. Hydraulic System Setup: Install the power unit, connect the hydraulic hoses, and fill the reservoir with the recommended hydraulic oil.
6. Dirijarea cablurilor: Route the equalization cables and safety tripwires according to the diagrams, ensuring they are free from obstructions and properly tensioned.
7. Lifting Arm Installation: Attach the symmetric lifting arms to the carriages, ensuring the pins are securely in place and the spring retainers are installed.
8. Conexiune electrică: Connect the power unit to the appropriate electrical supply as per local codes and the manufacturer's specifications.
9. Test inițial de rulare: Perform a test run without a vehicle to check for proper operation, fluid levels, and engagement of safety mechanisms.

6. Instrucțiuni de utilizare

Follow these steps for safe and effective operation of your ATLAS 9KBPX lift:

1. Pregătiți vehiculul: Drive the vehicle onto the lift, ensuring it is centered between the columns.
2. Position Lift Arms: Swing the symmetric arms into position, ensuring the lift pads make solid contact with the vehicle's designated lift points. Use the included truck adapters or height adjustment pads as needed to achieve proper contact and clearance.
3. Ridicați vehiculul: Press and hold the 'UP' button on the power unit. The lift will raise, and you will hear the safety locks engage at various intervals.
4. Activarea încuietorilor de siguranță: Once the vehicle reaches the desired working height, slightly lower the lift until the safety locks fully engage and the weight of the vehicle rests on them. This is indicated by an audible 'click' and the lift settling slightly.
5. Coborâți vehiculul: To lower the vehicle, first slightly raise the lift to disengage the safety locks. Then, pull the safety release handle and simultaneously press the pressure relief handle on the power unit. The vehicle will begin to descend. Ensure the area beneath the vehicle is clear.
6. Remove Vehicle: Once the lift arms are fully lowered, carefully drive the vehicle off the lift.

7. Instrucțiuni de întreținere și îngrijire

Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and safe operation of your lift.

• Utilizare zilnică: Check if the safety device can lock into place and if the linkage is functioning properly. If there are any potential hazards, repair or replace them promptly.
• Inspecție săptămânală: Inspect the steel wire for looseness or broken strands. Observe the sliding blocks on the internal platform of the columns and apply grease as needed. If wear on one side exceeds 20%, it will no longer be securely gripped by the columns and should be replaced in a timely manner.
• Bi-Weekly Check: Inspect all hydraulic hose connections for leaks or ruptures, and repair or replace them as necessary.
• Întreținere lunară: Check if all screws and nuts are tightened properly. After a test run, retighten all screws and nuts.

8. Depanare

Această secțiune oferă pașii de bază pentru depanarea problemelor comune. Pentru probleme complexe, contactați personalul de service calificat.

• Ridicarea nu se face: Check power supply, hydraulic fluid level, and ensure no safety mechanisms are engaged preventing upward movement.
• Lift Lowers Unevenly: Inspect equalization cables for proper tension and condition. Check hydraulic system for leaks or air.
• Zgomote neobișnuite: Investigate any grinding, squealing, or clunking sounds. This may indicate worn components, lack of lubrication, or mechanical interference.
• Hydraulic Leaks: Immediately identify and repair any hydraulic fluid leaks. Check hose connections, seals, and cylinders.

9. Garanție și asistență

For warranty information, technical support, or to order replacement parts, please contact ATLAS Automotive Equipment customer service. Keep your purchase receipt and model number (9KBPX) readily available when contacting support.

Producător: Echipamente Auto Atlas

Informații de contact: Refer to your purchase documentation or the manufacturer's official website-ul pentru cele mai recente detalii de asistență.