Challenger Lifts 15000-SPRINTER 15000-3S Instruction manual

Rev. 8/13/19
Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Two Post Surface Mounted Lift
MODELS 15000-3S &15000-SPRINTER
15,000 LB CAPACITY -3750 LB PER ARM
2311 South Park Rd Louisville, Kentucky 40219
Email:[email protected] Web site:www.challengerlifts.com
Office 800-648-5438 /502-625-0700 Fax [phone]
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
INSTALLING or OPERATING LIFT

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
See Figure 1 15000-3S
15000-SPRINTER 15002-3S 15000-SPRINTER
AColumn Height 174” [14’-6”] 198” [16’-6”]
BFloor to Overhead Switch 167” [13’-11”] 191” [15’-11”]
CRise Height (Screw Pads Highest Position) 82”
DScrew Pad Height 5 1/2” to 13"
EInside of Columns 119 7/8”
FOverall Width 154 3/4"
Arm Reach (Min.-Max.) 36-5/8”-75”
Drive Thru Clearance 104 1/4”
Ceiling Height Required 176” 200”
* Lifting Capacity
(Hydraulic Pressure at Cap.) 15,000 lbs (3750 lbs. Per Arm)
(psi)
** Rise Time 77 Sec. (approximate)
Motor 2HP, Single Phase, 60Hz, 208/230
* Lift capacity ratings are based on loads equally distributed on all four arms.
** Lifting and lowering speeds may vary depending on the weight of the vehicle.
Fig. 1a - General Specifications Fig. 1b - Service Bay Layout

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WARNING
VERTICAL CLEARANCE
Check the height of the area where the lift is to be
installed. Clearance should be calculated based on
the full raised height of the lift.
Failure by purchaser to
provide adequate clearance
could result in unsatisfactory
lift performance, property damage, or personal
injury.
FLOORING
Be certain you have the proper concrete floor to
properly handle the loaded lift. Floor should be in
generally good condition with no large cracks,
spalling or deterioration.
Minimum requirements for concrete are 4 inches
minimum depth, with steel reinforcement, 3500
psi, cured for 28 days per local commercial
practice. Floor should be level within 3/8 inch over
the installation area. No anchors should be installed
within 8 inches of any crack, edge, or expansion
joint. If these conditions cannot be met, a pad may
be poured to accommodate the lift.
Check with local building inspectors and/or permits
office for any special instructions or approvals
required for your installation.
A qualified person should be consulted to address
seismic loads and other local or state requirements.
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 5 – 40°C (41–
104°F)
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
For lift installation and operation it is necessary to
have a dedicated circuit with circuit breaker or time
delay fuse. Refer to wiring diagram for circuit sizing.
AIR REQUIREMENTS
This lift is equipped with an air operated lock release
system. The air supplied to the lift must be clean,
dry, lubricated, and regulated to 90-120 psi, FRL
(Filter/Regulator/Lubricator). The FRL must be
within 30 feet of lift. Failure to provide clean, dry,
lubricated, and pressure regulated air will void
warranty on pneumatic components.
SAFETY NOTICES AND DECALS
For your safety, and the safety of others, read and
understand all of the safety notices and decals
included here.
READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING,
INSTALLING,OPERATING,OR SERVICING THIS
EQUIPMENT.
PROPER MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION IS NECESSARY
FOR SAFE OPERATION.
DO NOT OPERATE A DAMAGED LIFT.
Safety decals similar to those shown here are found
on a properly installed lift. Be sure that all safety
decals have been correctly installed on the Power
Unit reservoir. Verify that all authorized operators
know the location of these decals and fully
understand their meaning. Replace worn, faded, or
damaged decals promptly.
Do not attempt to raise a
vehicle on the lift until the lift
has been correctly installed
and adjusted as described in this manual.
WARNING
WARNING

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FRECEIVING
The shipment should be thoroughly inspected as
soon as it is received. The signed bill of lading is
acknowledgement by the carrier of receipt in good
condition of shipment covered by our invoice.
If any of the goods called for on this bill of lading are
shorted or damaged, do not accept them until the
carrier makes a notation on the freight bill of the
shorted or damaged goods. Do this for your own
protection.
NOTIFY Challenger Lifts AT ONCE if any hidden
loss or damage is discovered after receipt.
IT IS DIFFICULT TO COLLECT FOR LOSS OR
DAMAGE AFTER YOU HAVE GIVEN THE
CARRIER A CLEAR RECEIPT.
File your claim with Challenger Lifts promptly.
Support your claim with copies of the bill of lading,
freight bill, and photographs, if available.
Component Packing List
PART # QTY/
LIFT DESCRIPTION
12001-18 1 POWER COLUMN ASS’Y
12002-18 1 IDLER COLUMN ASS’Y
12004 1 OVERHEAD PACK
15-3S-HW 1 HARDWARE BOX
12202 1 ARM PACK
12102 2 COLUMN EXT.(14’-6” O.A. HT.)
12022 COLUMN EXT.(16’-6” O.A. HT.)
12074 1 OVERHEAD SHUTOFF BAR ASS’Y
12045 1 MERCURY SWITCH
12100 2 SYNC.CABLE ASS’Y (14’-6”)
12019 SYNC.CABLE ASS’Y (16’-6”)
12562 4 ADAPTER EXTENSION (3”)
12561 2 ADAPTER EXTENSION (6”)
B2209 2 ADAPTER RACK
12093 4 ARM RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY
AB-9204-1 1 POWER UNIT –SINGLE PHASE
15-3S-IOM 1 LITERATURE PACK
ACCEPTED OILS –Do not use oils with detergents
Hydraulic fluid is not provided with the lift shipment
-10 wt. anti-foam, anti-rust hydraulic / biodegradable oil
-Dexron III ATF
INSTALLATION
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION AND
SERVICE
Refer to ANSI/ALI ALIS (current edition)
IMPORTANT:Always wear safety glasses while installing lift.
TOOLS (MINIMUM REQUIRED)
a. Tape measure, 16ft
b. Chalk line
c. 4ft level
d. 10” adjustable wrench
e. Standard open end wrenches 7/16”, 1/2",
(2) 9/16”, (2) 11/16”, 3/4"
f. 5/16” allen wrench
g. Needle nose pliers
h. Hammer drill with 3/4” diameter carbide tipped
bits
i. 2 lb hammer
j. Torque wrench: 150 foot pounds minimum with 1
1/8” socket
k. 12 ft. Step ladder
l. Anti-Seize lubricant (for arm pins and foot pad
screw threads and stop rings)
LAYOUT
1) Layout the service bay according to the
architect’s plans or owners instructions (see Fig.
1b). Failure to install in this orientation can
result in personal and property damage. Be
certain that the proper conditions exist, see page
3.
2) Assemble column extension to column using
3/8”-16 x 3/4" lg Hex flange head bolt. Repeat for
opposite column and extension.
3) Erect and align both column assemblies.
LOCK RELEASE/PAWL
Fig. 2 – Locking Pawl Assembly
4) Install the locking pawl, actuator, and spring
(Fig. 2). Adjust air cylinder clevis to retract lock
against inside of back of column when air
cylinder is fully extended. Tighten air cylinder
clevis jam nut against clevis.

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ANCHORING
5) The anchor bolts must be installed at least 8”
from any crack, edge, or expansion joint.
6) Use a concrete hammer drill with a 3/4 inch
carbide bit. Tip diameter should conform to ANSI
Standard B94.12-1977 (.775 to .787). Do not use
excessively worn bits or bits which have been
incorrectly sharpened. A core bit may be
necessary if an obstruction is encountered.
Never substitute with shorter anchor.
7) Recheck “Inside of Columns” dimension (Fig. 1).
Drill the anchor holes using the base plate as a
template. Drill through the floor if possible or to a
depth of 5 inches minimum.
Complete steps 8 thru 11 for the six (6) exposed
anchors around each column, then raise the
carriages. Repeat steps 8 thru 11 for the two (2)
anchors under each carriage.
8) Vacuum dust from the hole for proper holding
power.
9) Shim both columns to plumb using the shims
provided as shown in Fig. 3. DO NOT shim more
than 1/2" at any given point. Use a level no less
than 24” in length to plumb columns.
10) Assemble washer and nut to anchor with nut just
below impact section of bolt. Drive anchor into
hole until nut and washer contact base.
Fig. 3 – Column Shimming
11) Tighten power column anchors and recheck
column for plumb. Re-shim if necessary. Torque
to 150 foot pounds to set anchors.
OVERHEAD
12) Before raising overhead into position install 4
each (2 per column) hex flange bolts and nuts in
bottom hole of column extension (see Fig. 4
Installation Aid) for temporary support of
overhead. Lift overhead assembly up into
position and install with 8 each (4 per column)
3/8”-16 x 3/4” lg hex flange bolts and hex flange
nuts per side as shown in Fig. 4.
Fig. 4 – Overhead Assembly
13) Check idler column shimming. Use additional
shims (see Fig. 3) to remove any gaps that may
have been created while installing overhead
beam. Tighten anchor bolts and re-check column
for plumb. Torque to 150 foot pounds.

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14) Install Overhead Limit Switch to the Overhead
Beam using the rear set of holes on the Power
Side of the lift. Fig. 5.
Fig. 5 – Overhead Limit Switch Power Side
15) Install the Idler Bracket to the Overhead Beam
using the rear set of holes on the Idler Side of
the lift. Fig. 6. Note the orientation of the Idler
Bracket. The narrow slot needs to be facing
towards the Power Column. Slide the Shutoff
Bar over the limit switch on the Power Side. Pin
the Shutoff Bar to the Idler Side Bracket with the
10mm dia. x 55mm Lg. clevis pin & hairpin
cotter.
Fig. 6 – Overhead Bracket Idler Side
16) Assemble the cable trapping hardware with a
3/8”-16 x 3” Lg bolt with (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts at
each upper sheave location. For the lower
sheaves, use a 3/8”-16 x 3/4" Lg. bolt and a 1/4"
dia. x 1 3/4" Lg. clevis pin (Fig. 7). At the upper
and lower sheave connections, disassemble and
reassemble the cable trapping hardware.
BASE PLATE
OVERHEAD
BASE PLATE
OVERHEAD
BASE PLATE
OVERHEAD
BASE PLATE
OVERHEAD
Fig. 7 – Cable Trapping

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SYNCHRONIZER CABLES
17) Manually raise the carriages to a common lock
position, to gain access to the top of the
carriage.
Insure that the top of the hydraulic cylinder is
out of the way but still retained in the
opening of the top plate of the carriage as
shown in Fig. 8.
Failure to follow previous step
could result in personal injury.
Fig. 8 – Cable Assembly
18) Route the synchronizer cables as shown in Fig.
9. Routing the cable from the inner hole location
on the top of the carriage down to the column
pulley and up to the overhead pulley. From the
other hole location rout the cable up to the
overhead pulley.
Fig. 9 – Cable Assembly/Cable Extensions
HYDRAULICS
IMPORTANT – To insure proper hose fitting seal
without damage to the fitting follow this
procedure for each hose connection: Screw flared
fitting on finger tight. Rotate flared fitting 1 1/2 hex
flats (90 deg.). Back the flared fitting off one full turn.
Again tighten flared fitting finger tight, then rotate
flared fitting 1 1/2 hex flats (90 deg.).
19) Mount Power Unit to power column as shown in
Fig 10. The mounting hardware, (4) 5/16”-18NC
hex nuts, are pre-installed on power unit
mounting bracket.
Fig. 10 – Power Unit Mounting
20) Install 9/16”-18 O-ring elbow (in hardware box) into
power unit, Fig. 10.CAUTION do not damage
rubber O-ring.
21) Uncoil Idler Side hose and route through Idler
Side column extension as shown in Fig 11 taking
care to avoid the synchronizing cables.
Fig. 11 – Power Unit Mounting
CA UT I ON

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22) Secure hose with clamps. Start with the tab
connection in the column extension. Remove
slack in the hose and tighten the clamp. (Each
hose clamp requires one 3/8”-16NC x 3/4” lg.
hex flange bolt and one hex flange nut). Install a
clamp at the end of the overhead beam to hold a
smooth radius in the hose. Route hose across
overhead while continuing to avoid the cables.
23) Uncoil Power Side hose, loosely attach it to the
Idler Side hose using the Tee fitting (in hardware
box), remove slack, and secure with clamp at the
Column Extension Tab similar to Idler Side, Fig
12.
Fig. 12– Power Side Column Ext.
Hyd. Routing
24) Loosely Connect Power Unit hose to the Tee
and install a hose clamp and a steel line clamp
on the outside of the power column extension as
shown in Fig 13. (Use 1/4”-20NC x 3/4” lg. hex
flange bolt and hex flange nut for steel line
clamp.)
Fig. 13-Power Unit Hose Clamps
25) Ensure that the Idler Side hose is not twisted and
is laying flat in the overhead channel.
(Serpentine any extra length in the overhead and
rotate the end of the hose at the Tee by hand
back and forth. When the hose is in the correct
position, it will lay flat against the bottom of the
overhead channel.)
26) Tighten the three hose fitting connections at the
Tee taking care not to twist or change the lay of
any hose. Install and tighten a hose clamp near
the Tee at the end of the overhead beam, Fig.
12.
27) Connect the bottom end of the power unit hose
to the elbow fitting installed on the power unit
(again taking care not to twist the hose), Fig. 10.
28) Each column hose should connect to its cylinder
with a 90 degree elbow rotated 25 degrees up
from horizontal and be routed thru the hose
guide as shown in Fig. 14.
Fig. 14-Hose Connection
29) BE CERTAIN ALL FITTINGS AND CONNECTIONS ARE
TIGHT. IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY TO
INSURE SYSTEM IS LEAK-FREE. Fill the Power Unit
with three gallons of clean 10wt anti-foam anti-
rust hydraulic oil or Dexron III ATF. DO NOT USE
OILS WITH DETERGENTS.

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LOCK RELEASE
30) Assemble the fittings to the air valve, Fig. 15,
with the barbed fitting (3/8” hose barb x 1/8NPT)
in port marked “1”, the elbow (1/8” push-lock x
1/8NPT) in port “2”, and nothing in the center
port “3” (exhaust).
31) Assemble the palm button to the valve. Cut a
piece of the 1/8” O.D. air line 1 1/2" long and use
it to connect the center of the Tee fitting to the
elbow.
Fig. 15 – Cable Assembly
32) On the Power Column, attach the 1/8” air line
from the lock release air cylinder to the bottom of
the push-lock tee fitting, Fig 16.
33) Connect the rest of the 1/8” air line to the top of
the tee and run it along side the hydraulic hose
up the column and across the overhead
attaching it to the hydraulic hose with wire ties
(Fig 16).
34) At the Idler side feed the air line thru the opening
in the column extension and down the column
using adhesive tabs and wire ties. Attach it to
the lock release air cylinder (Fig. 16).
Fig. 16 – Lock Release
35) Remove the two nuts securing the right side of
the power unit, install the valve cover with these
nuts, and secure the hose to the cover with wire
ties, Fig. 17.
Fig. 17 – Cable Assembly

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ARM INSTALLATION
36) Lubricate the arm pin or carriage arm pin hole
with “anti-seize” and install the arms. Insure that
the arm restraint gears engage and disengage
properly. Arm restraints should disengage when
lift is fully lowered (Fig 18).
37) Extend the footpad to both extents and apply
“anti-seize” to the retaining ring.
Fig. 18-Arm Installation
38) Make sure all the arm screws are tight using a
Philips Head Screw Driver. Slide all the arms out
so they are fully extended making sure that the
intermediate is retained in the female and the
male is retained in the intermediate arm.
39) Locate the two pre-drilled holes on the back of
each column 19” up from the top of the base
plate. Center the adapter rack and attach with
5/16”-18NC x 1” Lg hex flange cap screw and
5/16” hex flange nut (Fig. 19).
Fig. 19-Adapter Rack Installation
ELECTRICAL
See Figure 20 for the following steps.
40) Wire tie Limit Switch cord to column hydraulic
line and power unit line.
41) Connect the Overhead Limit Switch Cord to
Power Unit as shown in Fig. 20.
42) Connect Power Unit to suitable electrical source
as shown in Fig. 20.
43) IMPORTANT:AFTER WIRING HAS BEEN
COMPLETED,TEST OPERATION OF POWER UNIT &
OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH.WHILE RAISING LIFT,
OPERATE OVERHEAD SHUTOFF BAR.POWER UNIT
MOTOR SHOULD STOP WHEN SHUTOFF BAR IS
RAISED.

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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULICS
44) Lower the lift to the floor and raise the lift
approximately one foot.
45) Start with Idler side first. Slowly and carefully
loosen the bleed plug on top of the cylinder just
enough to allow the entrapped air to escape.
Repeat for power side.
46) Raise lift 6 inches. Repeat step 43 until no air
comes out of cylinder.
47) Pressure test hydraulic system. Energize power
unit, raise lift to full rise and continue to run
motor for additional 10 seconds. (NOTE:
pressure relief will make a high pitch squeal
sound for these 10 seconds.) Check hydraulic
system for leaks.
48) Energize power unit again for 10 seconds. With
a clean rag, wipe down both cylinder rods. (The
cylinders are shipped with a small amount of
clear anti-corosive lubricant that will be forced
out through the wiper when the lift reaches full
rise.) If lubricant is not wiped clean from the
cylinder rod, the cylinder will apear to be
leaking.
SYNCHRONIZING CABLES
49) Raise lift and insure carriages lower into same
lock position.
50) Adjust synchronizing cables so the tension is
equal in both cables and carriages are firmly
sitting on locks.
51) Cycle lift to insure that latches operate
simultaneously. Adjust if necessary.
FINAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
52) Demonstrate the operation of the lift to the
owner/operator/employer using a typical vehicle
and review correct and safe lifting procedures
using the Lifting It Right booklet as a guide.
53) Return all provided literature (including this
manual) to the literature pack envelope and
deliver the envelope to the
owner/operator/employer.
54) Complete the online warranty registration (refer
to the included warranty statement).

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1
5
4
6
(Normally Open)
M
FIELD
CONECTIONS
FIELD
CONECTIONS
A2A1
T9
T5
T4
T6
M
T8
T3
T7
T2
T1
12
34
56
L3
L2
L1
T3
T2
T1
FACTORY WIRED FOR
208−240V
6
4
2
5
3
1
RECONNECTIONS FOR
440−480V
T3
T2
T1
T9
T6
T7
T4
T8
T5
FOR THREE PHASE
M
FOR SINGLE PHASE
Wiring Diagram
Fig 20 – Electrical Wiring Diagram

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OPERATION PROCEDURE
SAFETY NOTICES AND DECALS
This product is furnished with graphic safety
warning labels, which are reproduced on
page 3 of these instructions. Do not remove
or deface these warning labels, or allow them
to be removed or defaced. For your safety,
and the safety of others, read and understand
all of the safety notices and decals included.
OWNER/EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES
This lift has been designed and constructed according
to ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2017 standard. The standard
applies to lift manufactures, as well as to owners and
employers. The owner/employer’s responsibilities as
prescribed by ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2008, are summarized
below. For exact wording refer to the actual standard
provided with this manual in the literature pack.
The Owner/Employer shall insure that lift
operators are qualified and that they are trained
in the safe use and operation of the lift using the
manufacturer’s operating instructions; ALI/SM
93 -1, ALI Lifting it Right safety manual; ALI/ST-
90 ALI Safety Tips card; ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2008,
American National Standard for Automotive Lifts-
Safety Requirements for Operation, Inspection
and Maintenance; ALI/WL Series, ALI Uniform
Warning Label Decals/Placards; and in case of
frame engaging lifts, ALI/LP-GUIDE, Vehicle
Lifting Points/Quick Reference Guide for Frame
Engaging Lifts.
The Owner/Employer shall establish
procedures to periodically inspect the lift in
accordance with the lift manufacturer’s
instructions or ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2008, American
National Standard for Automotive Lifts-Safety
Requirements for Operation, Inspection and
Maintenance; and the employer shall insure that
the lift inspectors are qualified and that they are
adequately trained in the inspection of the lift.
The Owner/Employer shall establish
procedures to periodically maintain the lift in
accordance with the lift manufacturer’s
instructions or ANSI/ALIOIM-2008, American
National Standard for Automotive Lifts-Safety
Requirements for Operation, Inspection and
Maintenance; and the employer shall insure that
the lift maintenance personnel are qualified and
that they are adequately trained in the
maintenance of the lift.
The Owner/Employer shall maintain the
periodic inspection and maintenance records
recommended by the manufacturer or ANSI/ALI
ALOIM-2008, American National Standard for
Automotive Lifts-Safety Requirements for
Operation, Inspection and Maintenance.
The Owner/Employer shall display the lift
manufacturer’s operating instructions; ALI/SM
93 -1, ALI Lifting it Right safety manual; ALI/ST-
90 ALI Safety Tips card; ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2008,
American National Standard for Automotive Lifts-
Safety Requirements for Operation, Inspection
and Maintenance; and in the case of frame
engaging lift, ALI/LP-GUIDE, Vehicle Lifting
Points/Quick Reference Guide for Frame
Engaging Lifts; in a conspicuous location in the
lift area convenient to the operator.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your garage equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Care must be taken as burns can occur
from touching hot parts.
3. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate
equipment in the vicinity of open containers
of flammable liquids (gasoline).
4. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from moving parts.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use
only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
6. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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LIFTING A VEHICLE
1) Insure that the lifting arms are parked, out to full
drive thru position.
2) Center the vehicle between the columns in the
service bay and position the vehicle’s center of
gravity midpoint between the columns. NOTE: the
center of gravity is based on the weight
distribution and is not the same as the center point
of the vehicle.
DO NOT EXCEED 3750 POUNDS PER ARM (15K).
DO NOT EXCEED 4500 POUNDS PER ARM (18K).
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY TWO
ARMS,AS THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
INSURE THAT THE HIGHEST POINT ON THE VEHICLE WILL
CONTACT THE OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH BAR.
DO NOT PLACE THE VEHICLE IN THE SERVICE BAY
BACKWARDS.
REFER TO THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS SERVICE
MANUAL,TECHNICAL BULLETINS,“VEHICLE LIFTING
POINTS GUIDE”(ALI/LP-GUIDE)OR OTHER
PUBLICATIONS TO LOCATE THE RECOMMENDED LIFTING
POINTS.
3) Position the arms and adapters so all four pads
contact the vehicle simultaneously.
The vehicle should remain level during lifting.
4) Raise the lift until all four wheels are off the
ground. Test the stability of the vehicle by
attempting to rock the vehicle. Check adapters for
secure contact with vehicle lift points. If the vehicle
seems unstable, lower the lift and readjust the
arms. If the vehicle is stable, raise the vehicle to a
height a few inches above the desired working
height.
5) Lower the vehicle until the safety latches on both
columns engage. The vehicle should remain level
when both latches are engaged. If one side
engages and the other continues to descend, stop
lowering the vehicle, raise it several inches, and
try again to engage both latches.
Always lower lift into locks before entering the
area beneath the vehicle.
Always use safety stands when removing or
installing heavy components.
LOWERING AVEHICLE
1) Insure that the area under the vehicle is clear of
personnel and tools.
2) Raise the vehicle until both latches are free.
3) Disengage the locks by pressing and holding the
lock release palm button.
4) Lower the vehicle by depressing the lowering
valve handle.
5) Continue to lower the vehicle until the carriages
stop against the base plate. Retract the extension
arms, and park them.
LOSS OF POWER
If for any reason the lift will not raise off the locks or
the locks will not retract, consult factory authorized
personnel.
DO NOT OVERRIDE ANY SAFETY FEATURE IN AN
ATTEMPT TO LOWER THE LIFT.

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MAINTENANCE
To avoid personal injury, permit only qualified
personnel to perform maintenance on this equipment.
Maintenance personnel should follow lockout/tagout
instructions per ANSI Z244.1.
The following maintenance points are suggested as
the basis of a routine maintenance program. The
actual maintenance program should be tailored to the
installation. See ANSI/ALI ALOIM booklet for periodic
inspection checklist and maintenance log sheet.
If lift stops short of full rise or chatters, check fluid
level and bleed both cylinders per Installation
Instructions.
Replace all Safety, Warning or Caution Labels if
missing or damaged (See Installation
instructions page 3.)
Daily
Keep lift components clean.
Check for loose or broken parts.
Check hydraulic system for fluid leaks.
Check adapters for damage or excessive wear.
Replace as required with genuine Challenger Lifts
parts.
Check lock release activation. When properly
adjusted, the idler column lock should rest firmly
against the back of the column when engaged and
against the spring mount tab when disengaged.
Weekly
Check synchronizer cables and sheaves for wear.
Replace as required with genuine Challenger Lifts
parts.
Check synchronizer cable tension per Installation
Instructions. Adjust if necessary. If both threaded
ends of either cable have run out of adjustment,
then replace both cables. (Cables should always be
replaced in sets.)
Monthly
Torque concrete anchor bolts to 80 ft-lbs.
Visually inspect concrete floor for cracks and/or
sprawls within 12” of base plate
Check overhead shutoff switch. While raising lift,
operate overhead shutoff bar. Power Unit motor
should stop when bar is raised.
Lubricate carriage slide tracks with heavy viscous
grease. (Grease all (4) corners of both columns.)
If any problems are encountered, contact your
local service representative.

Model 15000-3S & 15000-SPRINTER
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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PARTS BREAKDOWN
Fig A. Column Extension & Overhead
ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
1 12025-3S 1 POWER COLUMN WELD
12026 IDLER COLUMN WELD
2 12102 2 COLUMN EXTENSION (14’-6” O.A. Ht.)
12022 COLUMN EXTENSION (16’-6” O.A. Ht.)
3 12039 1
OVERHEAD
4 A2067 1
SHUTOFF BAR
5 31129 1
SHUTOFF BAR CUSHION
6 B2064-01 1
LIMIT SWITCH PACKAGE
(INCLUDES SWITCH w/ CORD, BOTH BRACKETS, & ITEMS 7-10)
7 B2065-3 4
M6 x 14mm PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW
8 B2065-4 4
M6 SERRATED FLANGE HEX NUT
9 B2065-5 1
CLEVIS PIN 10mm x 55 Lg.
10 GJY12-3 1
HAIRPIN COTTER
11 A1153 24
3/8”-16NC HEX. FLG. HD. C.S x 3/4” Lg.
12 A1154 32
3/8”-16NC HEX. FLG. NUT
13 A1122-12 4
HOSE CLAMP (.68”) FOR 3/8” HOSE
14 A2159 4
3/8”-16NC x 3” Lg. HEX HEAD CAP SCREW
12116H 1 COLUMN EXTENSION PACK (14’-6” O.A. Ht.) Items (2, 64, 65, 66, 67)
12117H COLUMN EXTENSION PACK (16’-6” O.A. Ht.) Items (2, 50, 64, 65, 66, 67)
Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.
or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.
(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. [phone] for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig B. Lock-Power/Idler

Model 15000-3S & 15000-SPRINTER
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
20 37019 1
ELBOW 1/8” NPTM x 1/8” PUSH-LOCK
21 37022 2
#8-32 x 1 1/4” Lg. PAN HEAD SCREW
22 12245 1
AIR VALVE COVER
23 37016 1
AIR VALVE
24 12105 1
Ø1/8” NYLON AIR LINE x 35’ Lg.
25 37032 1
1/8” UNION TEE PUSH-LOCK
26 37021 1
HOSE BARB 1/8” NPTM x 3/8” BARB
27 37024 2
#8-32 HEX NUT
28 37023 2
#8 LOCK WASHER
29 37119 2
CLEVIS PIN KIT
30 37120 2
ROD END
31 37026 2
AIR CYLINDER
32 37041 2
SWIVEL ELBOW, 1/8” PUSH-LOCK
33 12088 2
EXTENSION SPRING
34 37042 2
CYLINDER PIVOT ROD
35 37031 4
5/32 SPEED NUT
36 12073 4
5/16”-18 x 1/2" Lg. BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW
37 12037 2
LOCK RETAINER
38 12033 2
LOCK WELD
44 37072 2
SNAP ON LOCK COVER
Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.
or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.
(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. [phone] for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig C. Hydraulics
ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
47 15075 2
HYD. CYLINDER (69” STROKE)
48 12111 2
CYLINDER SPACER
49 12258 1
POWER HOSE ASSEMBLY
50 12539-024 3 EXTENSION HYD. LINE (16’-6” O.A. HT. ONLY)
51 16167 3 O-RING ELBOW
52 12256 1
IDLER HOSE ASSEMBLY
53 39103 1
HYD. TEE
54 12257 1
POWER UNIT HOSE ASSEMBLY
55 AB-9204-1 1
POWER UNIT –SINGLE PHASE
56 31025 1
LINE CLAMP
57 40085 1 1/4”- 20 HEX FLANGE NUT
58 A2125 1 1/4” -20 x 3/4” LG. HEX FLANGE BOLT
59 A1122-12 1 HOSE CLAMP
60 A1153 1 3/8” -16 x 3/4” LG. HEX FLANGE BOLT
61 A1154 1 3/8” -16 HEX FLANGE NUT
Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.
or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.
(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. [phone] for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig D. Synchronizer
ITEM #
PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
62 A1153 2
3/8”-16 x 3/4" Lg. LOCK HEX FLG. HD.CAP SCREW
63 A2158 2
Ø1/4” x 1 3/4” Lg. CLEVIS PIN
64 31019 6
PULLY ASSEMBLY
65 31020 6
WASHER
66 31021 6
1 3/8” RETAINING RING
67 12100 2
SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (14’-6” O.A. Ht.)
12019 2 SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (16’-6” O.A. Ht.)
Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.
or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.
(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. [phone] for the Parts Distributor in your area)