Atlas 14KOF-EXT User manual

Revised 9/5/2018
Read this entire manual before operation begins.
Record below the following information which is located on the serial number
data plate.
Serial No.
Model No.
Date of Installation

Contents
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Information . . . . . . . . 6
Tools Required for Installation . . . . . 7
Anchoring Tip Sheet. . . . . . . . . . 8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation Instructions. . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . 26
14KOF-EXT Parts List . . . . . . . . . 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Specifications 4
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Specifications
Capacity 14,000 LB.
Motor 220volt Single Phase Range 208-230 VAC
Lifting Height 69 7/8”
Clearance Under Runways 61 1/2”
Overall Width 138”
Overall Length with Approach Ramps 280”
Overall Length without Approach Ramps 239”
Length of Approach Ramps 49 1/4”
4-Wheel Alignment Wheelbase Maximum 162”
Minimum 81”
2-Wheel Alignment Wheelbase Maximum 178”
Minimum 81”
Runway Length 223”
Width Between Runway Rails 39 1/8”
Outside Runway to Outside Runway 82 1/2””
Runway Width 19 3/4”
Thickness of Runway 8 3/8”
Width Between Runways 42 5/8”
Height of Columns Rear: 89”
Front: 99 3/4”
Column Dimension Rear: 6” X 9 1/2”
Front: 7 1/2” X 11”
Base of Column Rear: 12 1/2” X 14 1/4”
Front: 17 3/4” X 21 3/4”
Clearance Between Columns Rear: 113 7/8”
Front: 110 1/8”
Outside Column to Outside Column Rear: 125 3/4”
Front: 125 1/8”

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Important Information 6
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Important Information
Please read this manual thoroughly before installing and operating the lift.
Warning: It is difficult to collect for damaged or lost items after you have given
the freight carrier a clear reciept. If there is any damage to the product before
assembly, notify the carrier at once! Ideally, freight damage should be reported
to the freight carrier with a freight claim established at the time of drop off. We
are not responsible for freight damage. Shortages or damage also must be
reported within 7 business days to your local Atlas distributor.
The concrete floor where the lift will be installed must be a minimum of 4” in
thickness. The concrete must have a minimum compressive strength of 3,000
PSI. Failure to comply could result in personal injury, property damage and / or
unsatisfactory lift performance.
Do not raise the vehicle on the lift until the lift has been installed and adjusted
correctly as described in this manual.
Lubricate all cable sheaves, bearings and shafts before installing the lift.
Motors and electrical components are not sealed against the weather and
moisture. Install the lift in protected indoor location or use a protective cover for
the motor.
Use AW 32 or AW 46 hydraulic fluid. Do not use TRANSMISSION FLUID.

Tools Required for Installation 7
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Tools Required for Installation
Concrete Rotary Hammer Drill with ¾” carbide drill bit
12” Crescent Wrench
Open End Wrench Set
Phillips & Flat Head Screwdriver
Sledge Hammer
Retainer Ring Pliers
Electrical Pliers
4 foot Level
25 foot Tape Measure
Step Ladder
3 Gallons of Hydraulic Oil, SAE-10 or equivalent (AW 32 or AW 46)
Installation will take a minimum of 6 people. A forklift or other hoisting
device will make the installation easier.

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Anchoring Tip Sheet
1. Use a concrete hammer drill with a carbide tip, the same diameter as the
anchor, 3/4”. Do not use excessively worn bits or bits which have been
incorrectly sharpened.
2. Keep the drill in a perpendicular line while drilling.
3. Let the drill do the work. Do apply excessive pressure. Lift the drill up and
down occasionally to remove residue to reduce binding.
4. Drill the hole to depth equal to the length of anchor.
5. For better holding power, blow dust from the hole.
6. Place a flat washer and hex nut over threaded end of anchor, leaving
approximately 1/2 inch of thread exposed, and carefully tap anchor. Do not
damage threads. Tap anchor into the concrete until nut and flat washer are
against base plate. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten. Tighten the nut,
two or three turns on average concrete (28-day cure). If the concrete is very
hard, only one or two turns may be required.

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Installation
IMPORTANT NOTICE
These instructions must be followed to insure proper installation and
operation of your lift. Failure to comply with these instructions can result
in serious bodily harm and void the product warranty. Manufacturer
will assume no liability for loss or damage of any kind, expressed or
implied resulting from improper installation or use of this product.
Please read entire instruction before
starting to assemble the lift
STOP!!!!
Open up the parts box and verify all parts are present

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STEP 1: {Unloading & Unpacking}
1. After unloading the lift, place it next to the installation sight.
2. Remove the shipping bands and packing materials.
3. Remove the packing brackets and bolts holding the two columns together. Do
not discard the bolts; some may be needed in the assembly of the lift.
STEP 2: {Site Layout}
1. Once a location
is determined,
use a carpenter’s
chalk line to layout
a grid for the
column locations.
(CAUTION)
Keep all of the
dimensions square
to ensure proper
operation and avoid
damage to the lift.
2. Before assembling
the lift, drive
a vehicle into
the installation
position to check
for adequate
clearance.
3. Note: All four
columns need to
be level and square
from front to back
and side to side.

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STEP 3: {Locate the Lift Components}
1. Use a forklift or other lifting device to move the runways into the desired
location. The cylinder runway must be positioned on the driver’s side. Use
wooden blocks or jack stands under the runways to set them about 12 inches
off of the ground and parallel to each other.
2. Turn the runway with the cylinder over. By hand, pull the cylinder shaft out to
its maximum length.
Before After
3. Place the columns and cross beams near their relative positions. The column
with the power unit mounting bracket will be positioned on the driver’s front.

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STEP 4: {Rear Cross Beam}
1. Remove the pins on both ends of the rear cross beam. The pins will be
reinserted after the cables are routed. The pins hold the cables up in the
pulleys so they do not slip off. This same step will need to be completed on
the front cross beams.
Remove C-clip
2. Lay each rear column down facing upward. The rear Columns are 89” in length.
3. Insert the short locking ladders into the rear columns. Set the columns
upright into their relative positions.
Short Ladder
Long Ladder

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4. Maneuver the white wear blocks into the columns so the slotted ends mesh
with the lock ladder. There are 2 wear blocks per side.
5. Using the bolt supplied at the bottom of the column, attach the short lock
ladders. Do not tighten the bolt.

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6. Bolt on the top cap. Pay close attention to the top caps. There is a left side
and a right side.
7. Insert the top of the short lock ladder through the top cap. Bolt down the top
cap until ½ inch of thread is exposed at the top.
Cable Holes
Lock Ladder Holes

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8. Maneuver the rear crossbeam into each column. Screw the wear blocks to the
rear cross beam: 12 pan head screws supplied.
STEP 5: {Front Cross Beams}
1. Remove the pins on both ends of the front cross beams. The pins will be
reinserted after the cables are routed. The pins hold the cables up in the
pulleys so they do not slip off.
Remove C-clip

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2. Lay each front column down facing upward. The front Columns are 99 3/4” in
length.
3. Insert white wear blocks into the front cross beams’ carriages. There are 4
white wear blocks per side. Make sure the rounded edge of the white wear
block is facing outward. The rounded edge makes contact with the inside
corners of the column.
4. Pick up the cross beams and slide them into the columns. Make sure the cross
beams are pushed to the bottom of the columns. It helps to have 2 people for
this procedure.

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5. Insert the long locking ladders through the cross beams. Using the bolt
supplied at the bottom of the column, attach the long lock ladders. Do not
tighten the bolt. (Refer back to Installing Rear Cross Beam steps 3 & 5.
6. Bolt on the top cap. Pay close attention to the top caps. There is a left side
and a right side. (Refer back to Installing Rear Cross Beam step 7.
7. Insert the top of the long lock ladder through the top cap. Bolt down until ½
inch of thread is exposed at the top.
8. Set both front columns upright and as close to their relative position.
STEP 6: {Runway Installation}
1. The runways should already be positioned in their relative positions and
elevated above the front and rear cross beams. If not, do this now.
2. Leave working space between runways and cross beams so the cables can be
routed into their home positions. Connect the air lock lines at this time.
3. Route each equalizing cable into their positions. The longest cable is the
Passenger front (421.4”). The 2nd long cable is the driver’s front (359.3”).
The 3rd long cable is the passenger rear (218.2”). Shortest cable is the
driver’s rear (156.1”).
Note:
Air Lock Line
Note: Working space
for installing equalizing
cables and air lock lines.

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4. When routing the equalizing cables through the cross beam pulleys, pay
close attention to the position of the equalizing cables to the small white
safety lock pulley. On the front cross beams, the equalizing cables should be
routed over the small white safety lock pulley. On the rear cross beam, the
equalizing cables will be routed behind the small white safety lock pulley.
5. Install the runways. Do not tighten the bolts. Just make them snug. This will
allow for movement when plumbing and squaring the lift.
Note: The position of the
equalizing cable is behind
the small white safety lock
pulley. Rear cross beam.
Note: The position of the
equalizing cable is in front of
the small white safety lock
pulley. Front cross beams.

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6. Double check all air lock lines for connection prior to installing the runways on
the cross beams.
STEP 7: {Anchoring the Lift}
1. Square all columns. This can be achieved by checking the angles from the
front driver’s side column base to the rear passenger side column base. Check
the square from the front passenger side column base to the rear driver’s
column base. A dead blow hammer or other tool may be needed to adjust
each column to true the squaring of the lift.
2. Use a hammer drill and a ¾” masonry drill bit and drill the anchor holes
through the holes on the base of the columns. Tap the anchors into place with
sledge hammer.
3. Using a level, plum each column. If needed, use shims provided in the parts
box.
4. Tighten anchors to 100 foot pounds.
5. Tighten the runway bolts to the cross beams.
STEP 8: {Cable Routing}
1. The cables are routed when the lift is packaged. During the installation
process, the cables may fall out of their primary positions on the cable sheave
(4 pulley stack).
2. Cable Identification: Cable 1-Driver’s Front;Cable 2-Driver’s Rear;Cable
3-Passenger Rear;Cable 4- Passenger Front
3. Follow picture diagrams below for cable positions.
Note: Use these 2 bolt
holes on the front and
back of the runways.
Note: Install front
runway wheel stops
before bolting down
the runway.

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Cable Sheave Routing
Cylinder Cable Support
3
4
2
1
1
4
3
2