Challenger Lifts CLHM-FLA User manual

Rev. 3/7/2017
INSTALLATION &OPERATION MANUAL
Forklift Adapters CLHM-FLA
For Model CLHM-185W
2311 South Park Rd, Louisville, KY 40219
Email: [email protected] Website: www.challengerlifts.com
Office: 800-648-5438 / 502-625-0700 Fax: [phone]
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL AND THE MANUAL THAT IS
FURNISHED WITH THE COLUMN LIFTS CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR
YOUR RECORDS

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Receiving Inspection
Before attempting to use this fork lift adapter, thoroughly read and understand this manual. Completely remove
all tape and packaging. Inspect the adapter components immediately upon delivery. If shipping damage is
evident, inform the delivering carrier immediately and contact customer service.
Introduction
The use of this fork lift adapter is subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means;
rather only by the exercise of intelligence, care and common sense can such hazards be minimized or totally
eliminated. It is therefore essential to have personnel involved in the use and operation of equipment who are
careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment and its proper use when
servicing motor vehicles or their components. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping, or slipping of motor
vehicles or their components caused primarily by improperly securing loads, overloading, off centered loads,
use of the forklift adapter on other than hard, level surfaces, and using the forklift adapter for a purpose for
which it was not designed.
The employer, owner, and/or manager must make this manual available to all personnel using this forklift
adapter at their direction. They must read and understand the contents of this manual. If language barriers or
other limitations require, the employer, owner, and/or manager must read and explain the contents of this
manual as necessary to ensure that all such persons understand and observe the proper procedures for use of this
forklift adapter.
Specifications
System Capacity.........................................................................................................15,000 Lbs
Maximum Lift Height................................................................................................68”
System Height............................................................................................................7 5/16”
Lift Platform Width....................................................................................................12”
Level System Length .................................................................................................81 3/4”
Ramp Length..............................................................................................................50 3/8”
System Weight...........................................................................................................682 lbs..

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Component Identification

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Safety
To avoid serious injury or death, read this manual carefully before installing and using the forklift
adapter system. Contact customer service if you have any questions.
Failure to understand and obey safety instructions may result in unsafe or improper use of this product.
1. NEVER exceed capacity. Maximum system capacity is 15,000 lbs. / 6,804kg.
2. ALWAYS use this fork lift adapter only on hard level surfaces capable of sustaining the load.
Use on other than hard level surfaces can result in instability and possible loss of load.
3. NEVER lift anything other than forklifts. This forklift adapter system is designed solely for the
lifting of forklifts.
4. NEVER make alterations to this product.
5. ALWAYS lift with the factory supplied lift platforms in place. Do not attempt to use any other
part of the forklift adapter system as a lifting point. Do not use any kind of cribbing or adapters
with this forklift adapter system. The lifts that the system is mounted on must be lowered to the
ground and remain in direct contact with the floor, and the forklift adapter lift platforms must be
in direct contact with the vehicle.
6. ALWAYS ensure that all parts of the adapter are lined up properly.
7. ALWAYS place the forklift center of gravity in the center of the lifting platforms attached to the
CLHM carriage.
8. ALWAYS ensure that the weight center is balanced front to back and the lifting platforms are
fully engaged under the forklift before lifting higher that 2”.
9. ALWAYS lift the vehicle using the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lift points. The lift
point must be strong enough to sustain the lifting force without damage to the vehicle.
10. NEVER place hand or any other body part between lift platform and vehicle, personal injury can
occur.
11. NEVER lift a forklift by the counterweight.
12. NEVER rock a forklift after it is higher than 4" in the air.
13. NEVER lift a forklift unless both lift platforms are at least 6" under the sides of the forklift.
14. NEVER lift a forklift if the underside which contacts the lift platform is not completely flat.
15. NEVER lift a forklift if the counter weight, mast or batteries have been removed. The vehicle
weight center will be severely affected.
Failure to understand and obey this warning may result in personal injury and / or property damage.
WARNING

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Installation Instructions
The adapter components are heavy and will require two people to handle. If using a
CLHM system different than referred to in this manual, consult the manual supplied with
the CLHM for information on setting up and operating the lifts.
1) Make sure the master on/off switch on each lift unit is set to the OFF position. Turn the master on/off
switch on the first lift unit to the ON position (see CLHM Owner’s Manual “Component Identification”
for location of the master on/off switch). The Home screen will be shown with a series of icons on the
screen. Select the Lift Program icon to start the program used to lift a vehicle. After initialization of the
Touch Screen, the below screen will be displayed.
2) Select the desired radio settings. The default radio settings will be the settings selected the last time
the unit was used. Push the up and down arrows on the right side of the screen to change the radio
frequency and/or channel, if needed. All units that will be used together as a lift system to lift a
vehicle must be set to the same frequency and channel. When the desired radio settings are shown,
push the Confirm button to advance to the next screen.
3) Read through the Notice that is displayed on the next screen. If the operator agrees with and
acknowledges the statements made on the screen, push the Accept button to continue setting up the lift
system.
4) The display then changes to ask you how many lift units are going to be part of the lift system. Push the 2 button
to set the lifts up as a set of two.
5) On the following screen, choose Adapter Mode in order to raise the set of two lifts full height. WARNING! Only use
Forklift Adapter Mode with a manufacturer supplied forklift adapter.
6) The display will now appear as shown below with a picture of a vehicle asking for the current lift unit’s
position relative to the vehicle. Select the round button with a number inside it that matches the current lift
unit’s position. Once the position is selected the position button will turn green to indicate the selection.
Channel
Fre
q
uenc
y
Confirm
Frequency Channel
100
Please select and confirm the
desired radio settings for this
lift.
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7) Now move to the second lift unit and turn the master on/off switch to the ON position. The same screen
shown in Step (1) above will appear.
8) Select the same radio frequency and channel as was chosen in Step (2) above by pushing the up and down
arrows on the right side of the screen. When the correct radio settings are shown, push the Confirm
button.
9) The display will now show the same screen as shown in Step (6) above. Select the round button that
matches the position of the current lift unit relative to the vehicle. The position that has already been
selected will be shown by a yellow colored button.
10) Once both units are initialized (radio settings and position relative to the vehicle selected) the lifts will be
ready to operate.
11) Raise the Lift Carriages about 10 inches and install the Lift Platforms as shown in the figure below.
Ensure the Lift Platforms are centered on the carriage and that they are properly hooked on the carriage,
and the Lift Platform Tabs are fully inserted into the appropriate Carriage Slots.
21
Current Location:
Enter the Lift's
position by touching
the corresponding
location button.

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12) Align the lift units so that they will be as shown in the figure below when the Forklift Adapter is fully
assembled. Ensure that they are directly across from each other.
13) Pull the lift units apart until the center lines of the ramps and tire supports will be the same as the center to
center tread measurement on the forklift to be lifted as shown in the figure below. After adjusting, lower
the bases of each lift unit to the ground. Ensure the lifts and adaptors are properly aligned.
Wheel Tread
Center Lines
Center to Center
Tread Measurement

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14) With the Lift Carriages raised, install the four Tire Supports as shown in the figure below. The Tire
Support Platform must set on the lift unit’s base leg and the front wheel must protrude from the Tire
Support Platform such that the platform is retained on the base of the lift unit. The Tire Support Platforms
should be back as far as possible on the lift unit’s base legs.

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15) Install the ramps as shown in the figure below. Ensure that the Ramp Attachment Hooks are fully inserted
into the Tire Support Ramp Hook Holes and the ramps are able to contact the floor.
16) Lower the Lift Carriages completely and back the forklift up the ramps. It is necessary to have a spotter in
order to keep the forklift tires centered on the ramps and tire support platforms. Position the forklift front
to back so that the center of gravity of the forklift is as close to centered on the lift platforms as possible.
The center of gravity of the forklift must be within the ends of the Lift Platform. Raise the forklift until its
tires are off the tire support platforms by 2 inches. Rock the forklift front to back to make sure it is stable
and can be lifted safely.
17) Once the check is made in step 16 above, the forklift is stable, and forklift is securely positioned, then the
forklift can be raised. Not ensuring that the forklift is stable can result in loss of load, which can result in
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Structural Inspection
Equipment must be removed from service and inspected for damage immediately if subjected to an
abnormal shock or load. Failure to heed this warning may result in personal injury and / or property
damage. WARNING
It is critical that each piece of the adapter and each CLHM lift unit be inspected regularly for any signs
of wear or damage that might affect its ability to perform lifts safely. Any equipment that appears to be
damaged in any way, is found to be badly worn, or operates abnormally must be removed from service
until necessary repairs are made. Call customer service if you need to have equipment serviced or if
you have any questions about how to address any wear or damage observed on the equipment.
The employer, owner, and/or manager are responsible for maintaining the forklift adapter system and CLHM
lift units in good, serviceable condition. Employees must be trained on how to inspect the equipment. Before
each use of a CLHM lift unit, the operator must visually inspect the lift unit for any abnormal conditions. Any
equipment subjected to an abnormal load or shock must be immediately removed from service and given a
thorough inspection. The employer, owner, and/or manager must inspect (or appoint a knowledgeable person to
inspect) all equipment regularly. Regular inspections should be made weekly (if the equipment is used daily)
or monthly (if the equipment is used only intermittently). Regular inspections should include the following:
Check for any visual cracks, chips or other signs of excessive wear on all pieces of the adapter and all
CLHM lift units.
Raise and lower the lift carriage through its full range (up and down)—it should move smoothly. If the
lift stutters when lowering (i.e., it moves in a jerky fashion) the slide pads may need to be re-lubricated.
Refer to the CLHM manual.
Inspect the lift unit slide pad and roller contact surfaces for damage, such as gouging, warping, etc.
All controls should operate smoothly and freely.
Inspect the lift unit for oil leaks. If oil leaks occur, investigate and correct the source of the leakage
(refer to the “Adding Hydraulic Fluid” section of the CLHM manual). WARNING! Clean up any oil
leakage immediately. Oil left on the floor can create a slipping hazard.
Inspect the down stop catch pawl to make certain it rotates forward and backward freely. If the catch
pawl does not move freely it may need to be greased. Refer to the “Maintenance Instructions” section of
the CLHM manual.
Check the positioning of the down stop catch pawl. Refer to the “Maintenance Instructions” section of
the CLHM manual.
If you are not sure whether any identified wear or damage is “serious”, DO NOT use the equipment. The time
it takes to determine whether or not the problem is “serious” or to repair the problem is small compared to the
time it will take to deal with the consequences of a lost load (which could include severe injury or death to
personnel).
For more information about the CLHM lift units, refer to the manual that was furnished with the CLHM lift
units.
WARNING