Dannmar D4-9 User manual

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Four-Post Lifts
Installation and Operation Manual
Manual P/N 5900251 — Manual Revision A1 — Released August 2021
Models:
•D4-9
•D4-9X
Model D4-9 shown.
⚠DANGER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Read the contents of this manual thoroughly before installing, operating,
servicing, or maintaining this lift. Failure to follow the instructions and
safety precautions in this manual can result in serious injury or death.
Make sure all operators read this manual. Keep the manual near the
product for future reference. By proceeding with installation and
operation, you agree that you fully understand the contents of
this manual and assume full responsibility for product use.

Manual. D4-9 and D4-9X Four-Post Lifts, Installation and Operation Manual, Manual P/N 5900251, Manual
Revision A1, released August 2021.
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Limitations. Every effort has been made to make sure complete and accurate instructions are included in this
manual. However, product updates, revisions, and/or changes may have occurred since this manual was
published. BendPak reserves the right to change any information in this manual without incurring any obligation for
equipment previously or subsequently sold. BendPak is not responsible for typographical errors in this manual.
You can always find the latest version of the manual for your product on the Dannmar website.
Warranty. The Dannmar warranty is more than a commitment to you: it is also a commitment to the value of
your new product. Visit the Dannmar website for full warranty details.
Safety.Your product was designed and manufactured with safety in mind. However, your safety also depends
on proper training and thoughtful operation. Do not install, operate, maintain, or repair the unit without reading and
understanding this manual and the labels on the unit;
do not use the Lift unless you can do so safely!
Owner Responsibility. In order to maintain your product properly and to ensure everyone’s safety, it is the
responsibility of the product owner to read and follow these instructions:
• Follow all installation, operation, and maintenance instructions.
• Make sure product installation conforms to all applicable local, state, and federal codes, rules, and regulations,
such as state and federal OSHA regulations and electrical codes.
• Read and follow all safety instructions; keep them readily available for operators.
• Make sure all operators are properly trained, know how to safely operate the unit, and are properly supervised.
• Do not operate the product until you are certain that all parts are in place and operating correctly.
• Carefully inspect the product on a regular basis and perform all maintenance as specified.
• Service and maintain the unit with approved replacement parts only.
• Keep instructions permanently with the product
and make sure all labels are clean and visible.
•
Only use the Lift if it can be used safely!
Unit Information.
Enter the Model Number, Serial
Number
, and the Date of Manufacture from the label on
your unit
. This information is required for part or
warranty issues.
Model:
Serial:
Date of Manufacture
:

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Table of Contents
Introduction 3 Operation 62
Shipping Information 4 Maintenance 65
Safety 4 Troubleshooting 67
Optional Accessory 6 Wiring Diagrams 69
Components 7 Labels 70
FAQ’s 9 Parts Drawings 74
Specifications 10 Maintenance Logs 80
Installation Checklist 12 ALI Store 83
Installation 13
Introduction
This manual describes the following Dannmar Lifts:
•D4-9: Four-post Lift that can raise Vehicles up to 9,000 pounds (4,082 kg). ALI Certified.
•D4-9X: Four-post Lift with
extended length and height that can raise Vehicles up to 9,000
pounds (4,082 kg). ALI Certified.
This manual is mandatory reading for all users of these Lifts, including anyone who installs, uses,
maintains, or repairs them.
Keep this manual on or near the equipment so that anyone
who uses or services it can read it.
⚠DANGER Be
very
careful when installing, operating, maintaining, or repairing the unit; failure
to do so could result in property damage, product damage, injury, or (in rare cases)
death. Make sure only authorized personnel operate the unit. All repairs must be
performed by an authorized technician. Do not make modifications to the unit; this
voids the warranty and increases the chances of injury or property damage. Read
and follow the instructions in this manual and on the labels on the unit.
If you are having issues, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual for assistance.
Technical support and service is available from your dealer, on the web at dannmar.com/support,
by email at [e-mail], or by phone at [phone]. You may also contact
Dannmar for parts replacement information at [phone]; please have the model and serial
number of your unit available.

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Shipping Information
Your equipment was carefully checked before shipping. Nevertheless, you should thoroughly inspect
the shipment
before you sign to acknowledge that you received it.
When you sign a bill of lading, it tells the carrier that the items on the invoice were received in good
condition.
To protect yourself, do not sign until
after
you have inspected the shipment.
If any of
the items listed on the bill of lading are missing or are damaged, do not accept the shipment until the
carrier makes a notation on the bill of lading that lists the missing and/or damaged goods.
If you discover missing or damaged goods after you receive the shipment and have signed the bill of
lading, notify the carrier at once and request the carrier to make an inspection. If the carrier will not
make an inspection, prepare a signed statement to the effect that you have notified the carrier (on a
specific date) and that the carrier has failed to comply with your request to make an inspection.
It is difficult to collect for loss or damage after you have given the carrier a signed bill of lading. If this
happens to you, file a claim with the carrier promptly. Support your claim with copies of the bill of
lading, freight bill, invoice, and photographs, if available.
Our willingness to assist in helping
you process your claim does not make us responsible for collection of claims or
replacement of lost or damaged materials.
Safety
Refer to ANSI/ALI ALIS Standard Safety Requirements for Installation and Service of Automotive Lifts
for more information about safely installing your Lift.
⚠WARNING California Proposition 65: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more
information, visit www. P65warnings.ca.gov.
Important Safety Instructions
When using your garage equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:
1. Use only as described in this manual.
2. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
3. Read all instructions.
4. Do not touch hot parts; you could be burned. Always use care with the equipment.
5. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or
damaged—until it has been examined by a qualified service person.
6. Do not let a cord hang over the edge of a table, bench, or counter or come in contact with hot
manifolds or moving fan blades.
7. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating equal to or greater than that of the
equipment should be used. Cords rated for less current than the equipment may overheat. Care
should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled out.
8. Always unplug equipment from electrical outlets when not in use. Never use the cord to pull the
plug from the outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
9. Let equipment cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around equipment when
storing.

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10. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of flammable
liquids (gasoline).
11. Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion engines.
12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of your body away from moving parts.
13. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use the unit on wet surfaces or expose to rain.
14. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
15. Always wear safety glasses. Everyday glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses.
16. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when this product will be used around
children.
17. To reduce the risk of injury, never overload drawers or shelves. Refer to loading instructions.
18. To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, never overload receptacles. Refer to markings for the
proper load on receptacles.
Save these instructions!
Additional Safety Information
The following safety information applies to all D4-9 models:
•The product is a four-post Lift. Use it only for its intended purpose.
•The product may only be operated by authorized, trained persons.
•You
must wear OSHA-approved (publication 3151) personal protective equipment at all times
when installing, using, maintaining, or repairing the Lift. Leather gloves, steel-toed work boots, eye
protection, back belts, and hearing protection are
mandatory .
•
Never exceed the rated capacity of the Lift.
•When the Lift is in use, keep all body parts well away from it.
•Clear the area immediately if a Vehicle is in danger of falling off the Lift.
•Do not make any modifications to the Lift; this voids the warranty and increases the chances of
injury or property damage.
•Make sure all operators read and understand this Installation and Operation Manual. Keep the
manual near the Lift at all times.
•The Lift uses electrical energy; if your organization has Lockout/Tagout policies, make sure to
implement them after connecting the Lift to a power source.
•While handling a Hydraulic Cylinder or a Hydraulic Hose, always wear gloves. In rare cases, a
needle-like stream of hydraulic fluid (even at low pressure) can penetrate fingers, hands, or arms;
such a puncture can feel like a bite, electric shock, or a prick. While it may seem like a minor issue,
any amount of Hydraulic Fluid injected into the human body is a serious issue. Anyone suffering
such a puncture wound should be
immediately taken to a hospital emergency room to
determine the extent of the injury. Explain the circumstances of the injury to the attending
physician, including what kind of Hydraulic Fluid was involved. Do not assume a puncture wound
that could have been caused by Hydraulic Fluid is a minor issue; it could be life threatening.
•Make an inspection of the Lift
before using it. Check for damaged, worn, or missing parts. Do not
use it if you find any of these issues. Instead, take it out of service, then contact an authorized
repair facility, your dealer, or Dannmar at [phone] or [e-mail].
•BendPak recommends making a
thorough inspection of the product at least once a year.
Replace any damaged or severely worn parts, decals, or warning labels.

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Symbols
Following are the symbols used in this manual:
⚠DANGER Calls attention to an immediate hazard that will result in death or severe injury.
⚠WARNING Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in death or severe
personal injury.
⚠CAUTION Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in minor personal
injury, product damage, or property damage.
NOTICE Calls attention to a situation that, if not avoided, could result in product or property
damage.
Tip Calls attention to information that can help you use the product better.
Liability Information
BendPak Inc. assumes no liability for damages resulting from:
• Use of the equipment for purposes other than those described in this manual.
• Modifications to the equipment without prior, written permission from BendPak.
•Modifying, disabling, overriding, or removing safety features.
• Damage to the equipment from external influences.
• Incorrect operation of the equipment.
Optional Accessory
There is an additional accessory you can purchase for use with your Lift:
•Rolling Jack. A Rolling Jack raises the wheels of a Vehicle off the Runways of a Lift, making it
much easier to perform service such as brake jobs and suspension work while the Vehicle is still on
the Lift.
You can raise two wheels off the Runways if you have one Rolling Jack. It takes two Rolling Jacks
to raise all four wheels off the Runways at the same time.
D4-9 models take 4,500 lb. capacity Rolling Jacks. Refer to the Rolling Jack pages on the
Dannmar website for more information.

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Components
The Front of the Lift is the end
opposite the Ramps. The Power Unit can be attached to the Post at
the Driver-Side Front
or Passenger-Side Rear only .

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The main components of your Lift include:
•Power Post. The Post that holds the Power Unit. The Power Post can only be at the Driver-Side
Front or the Passenger-Side Rear of the Lift. More on this later.
•The other three Posts. The locations of the Safety Lock Holes are different from each other.
Make sure to orient them correctly.
•Power Unit. An electric/hydraulic unit that connects to an electric power source and then
provides Hydraulic Fluid to the Hydraulic Cylinder that raises and lowers the Runways. The
standard
•Powerside Runway. The Runway next to the Power Post. The Powerside Runway has the
Hydraulic Cylinder and the Lifting Cables under it.
•Offside Runway. The other Runway. It does
not have a Hydraulic Cylinder or Lifting Cables
under it.
•Utility Rails. Part of each Runway, they hold the Drip Trays and Bottle-Jack Trays. Utility Rails
must be positioned on the inside of the Lift.
•Crosstubes. They connect the two Posts at the Front of the Lift together and connect the two
Posts at the Rear of the Lift together.
•Ramps. One for each Runway. Use them to drive onto and off of the Runways.
•Safety Locks. Once engaged, they hold the Runways up, even if the power goes out or there is
a leak in the Hydraulic Hoses.
Only leave your Lift either fully lowered or engaged on
Safety Locks.
•Tire Stops. Located at the Front of the Lift (also called the non-approach side), Tire Stops
prevent the Vehicle’s front Tires from going any further forward.
•Caster Kit. Raises the bases of the Posts up off the ground so that the entire Lift can be moved.
If you plan on using the Caster Kit, do not anchor the Lift.
•Drip Trays. Position them between the two Runways to catch dripping oil.
•Tire Chocks. When put in place behind a Vehicle’s Tires, they prevent the Vehicle from moving
backwards.
•JP45 Bottle-Jack Tray. Holds one or two Bottle Jacks (not included), which let you raise a
Vehicle’s wheels up off the Runways. Refer to the JP45 Quick Start Guide or the BendPak
website for more information.
•Rolling Jack. A Rolling Jack raises the wheels of the Vehicle on the Lift off the Runways, making
certain types of work easier to perform while the Vehicle is on the Lift. You would use 4,500 lb.
capacity Rolling Jacks on both D4-9 Lift models; refer to the Dannmar website for more
information.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What kinds of Vehicles can I put on my Lift?
Answer: Cars, trucks, SUVs; anything that fits on the Runways and under the ceiling, up to 9,000
lbs (4,082 kg) each. See Specifications and Usable Area for Wheelbase
restrictions.
Q: How long does it take to raise or lower my Lift?
A: From 45 to 60 seconds.
Q: Do I have to put my Power Unit in a particular location?
A: Yes. The Power Post (the Post that holds the Power Unit) must be located at either the
Driver-Side Front or the Passenger-Side Rear of the Lift. More on this later.
Q: How high does the ceiling have to be?
A: It depends on the height of the Vehicles and how high you raise the Lift. If you are going to put a
tall Vehicle on the Lift and raise it all the way up, you should measure the Vehicle you want to
raise. From there, carefully raise the Vehicle on the Lift and check to make sure there is enough
room. For a rough estimate, assume you will need 88 in / 2,235 mm plus the height of the tallest
Vehicle you are going to raise.
Q: Does it matter if I drive my Vehicles in front first or back them in?
A: We recommend driving your Vehicles in front first, because that makes it easier to center the
Vehicle’s Wheels on the middle of the Runways.
Q: What accessories come with the Lift?
A: Both models come with Drip Trays, a Bottle-Jack Tray, Aluminum Drive-up Ramps, a Caster Kit,
Steel Tire Stops, and Wheel Chocks.
Q: How long can I leave a Vehicle on a raised Runway?
A: As long as you want. Once the Lift is engaged on its Safety Locks, gravity holds it in position, so
a loss of power or a Hydraulic Fluid leak does not impact it; it is going to stay where you left it.
Always leave your Lift either fully lowered or engaged on Safety Locks .
Q: Can I install my Lift outside?
A: No. Your Lift is approved for indoor installation and use.
Outdoor installation is prohibited .
Q: What optional components are available?
A: A Rolling Jack can get the Tires of Vehicles on the Lift up off the Runways, making automotive
service such as brake jobs and suspension work easier to accomplish.

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Specifications
Side
View
Top
View

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Model D4-9 D4-9X
Lifting capacity 9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
Maximum capacity front axle
4,500 lbs. / 2,041 kg
Maximum capacity rear axle
4,500 lbs. / 2,041 kg
aTotal width1 113 in. / 2,865 mm
a1Total width (with Power Unit) 125 in. / 3,175 mm
bOutside Posts length 176.5 in. / 4,482 mm 200.5 in. / 5,092 mm
cTotal length (includes Ramps) 203 in. / 5,153 mm 227 in. / 5,763 mm
dPost height 89 in. / 2,262 mm 99 in. / 2,516 mm
eRunway thickness 5 in. / 118 mm
fMaximum rise 70 in. / 1,724 mm 82 in. / 2,012 mm
gMaximum lifting height 75 in. / 1,908 mm 87 in. / 2,215 mm
hDistance between Posts 98 in. / 2,490 mm
iRunway width 18.75 in. / 476 mm
jWidth between Runways 35 in. / 888 mm
kRunway centerline 53.75 in. / 1,365 mm
lOutside edge of Runways 72.5 in. / 1,842 mm
mDrive-through clearance 86 in. / 2,184 mm
nLength of Runways 165.5 in. / 4,208 mm 189.75 in. / 4,818 mm
Min. wheelbase @ rated capacity 2115 in. / 2,921 mm 135 in. / 3,429 mm
Min. wheelbase @ 75% capacity 2100 in. / 2,540 mm 115 in. / 2,921 mm
Min. wheelbase @ 50% capacity 285 in. / 2,159 mm 95 in. / 2,413 mm
Min. wheelbase @ 25% capacity 270 in. / 1,778 mm 80 in. / 2,032 mm
Locking positions 13; every 4 inches / 102 mm 16; every 4 inches / 102 mm
Lifting time to maximum rise 60 seconds 60 seconds
Motor 110 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Ph standard; 208-240 VAC available
Sound (when raising/lowering) <70 dBA
1Make sure to use Avalue for creating chalk lines, not A1 value.
2The Lift supports less weight than its full rated capacity if a Vehicle’s wheelbase is shorter because
the Wheels of the Vehicle are closer to the middle of the Runways, where there is less strength. For
example, if you put a Vehicle with a wheelbase of only 84.5 inches on a D4-9, the shorter
wheelbase puts more weight in the middle of the Runways, reducing the Lift’s capacity to
4,500 lbs (50% of its full rated capacity of 9,000 lbs).
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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Installation Checklist
Following are the steps needed to install your Lift. Perform them in the order shown.
☐1. Review the installation safety rules.
☐2. Make sure you have the necessary tools.
☐3. Check for clearances around the Lift.
☐4. About the usable area of the Lift.
☐5. Select the Lift location.
☐6. Plan for electrical work.
☐7. Unload and unpack the Lift components.
☐8. Choose the Power Post location.
☐9. Understand the orientation issues.
☐10. Create Chalk Line guides.
☐11. Move the Posts into position.
☐12. Install the Crosstubes.
☐13. Raise the Crosstubes.
☐14. Install the Runways.
☐15. Learn about Safety Locks.
☐16. Install the Safety Lock Release Mechanism.
☐17. Learn about the Pivot Pieces
☐18. Install the Top Caps.
☐19. About Cables Sheaves.
☐20. Lubricate the Cable Sheaves
☐21. Route the Lifting Cables.
☐22. Install the Power Unit.
☐23. Install the Flex Tube.
☐24. Learn about Hydraulic Fluid Contamination and Liquid Thread Sealant.
☐25. Install the Flex Tube.
☐26. Install the Hydraulic Hoses.
☐27. Install the Return Line.
☐28. About Compression Fittings and Tubing.
☐29. Contact the Electrician.
☐30. Connect to a power source (
Electrician required for 220 VAC operation ).
☐31. Install the Power Disconnect Switch and Thermal Disconnect Switch (
Electrician required ).
☐32. Add Hydraulic Fluid to the Power Unit reservoir.
☐33. About Embedment.
☐34. Anchor the Posts.
☐35. Perform final leveling.
☐36. Install the accessories.
☐37. Perform an operational test.
☐38. Review the final checklist.

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Installation
The installation process includes multiple steps. Perform them in the order listed.
Read the entire Manual
before beginning the install; this gives you a better understanding of the
installation and operation requirements.
⚠WARNING Only use the manufacturer-supplied parts that came with your Lift . If
you use parts from a different source, you void your warranty and compromise the
safety of everyone who installs or uses the Lift. If you are missing parts, visit
dannmar.com/support or call [phone].
Safety Rules
While installing this equipment, your safety depends on proper training and thoughtful operation.
⚠WARNING Do not install this equipment unless you have automotive Lift installation training.
Always use proper lifting tools, such as a Forklift or Shop Crane, to move heavy
components. Do not install this equipment without reading and understanding this
Manual and the labels on the unit.
Only fully trained personnel should be involved in installing this equipment. Pay attention at all times.
Use appropriate tools and lifting equipment. Stay clear of moving parts.
BendPak recommends referring to the ANSI/ALI ALIS Standard (R2015) Safety Requirements for
Installation and Service for more information about safely installing, using, and servicing your Lift.
⚠WARNING You must wear OSHA-approved (publication 3151) personal protective equipment
at all times during installation: leather gloves, non-skid steel-toed work boots,
eye protection, back belts, and hearing protection are
mandatory .
Using Tools
You may need some or all of the following tools:
•Rotary hammer drill
•¾ inch carbide bit (conforming to ANSI B212.15)
•Hammer and crow bar
•Four-foot level
•Open-end wrench set, SAE and metric
•Socket and ratchet set, SAE and metric
•Hex key wrench set
•Medium crescent wrench, torque wrench, pipe wrench
•Chalk line
•Medium-sized slot screwdriver and needle-nose pliers
•Tape measure (25 feet or above)
•Forklift, Shop Crane, or heavy-duty Rolling Dolly
•12-foot ladder

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Clearances
For safety purposes, a specific amount of clear space around the Lift is required .
Top view. Drawing not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown.

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Usable Area
The strength of the Runways is reduced in the middle, so you must not put the Wheels of a Vehicle
you are raising in this area. The same restriction applies to Rolling Jacks and Bottle-Jack Trays; they
must
not be used in this middle section of the Runways.
⚠CAUTION Do not load Vehicles so the Wheels of the Vehicle are in the middle of the Runways
or use Rolling Jacks or Bottle-Jack Trays in that area; it could permanently damage
the Runways. Damage caused by this unsupported use of the Lift is not covered
by the warranty.
This will not impact your use of the Lift in the vast majority of cases, as the length of the wheelbases of
the Vehicles you are raising put the Wheels in the Usable Areas.
Top view. Drawing not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown.

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Selecting a Location
When selecting the location for your Lift, consider:
•Overhead obstructions. Check for overhead obstructions such as building supports, heaters,
electrical lines, low ceilings, hanging lights, and so on.
You do not want the Vehicles on the
Lift hitting obstructions as the Lift rises
.
•Clearances. You must leave room around the Lift. Leave at least six feet (1.8 meters) clear on
each side and the front, and 12 feet (3.65 meters) at the Rear of the Lift. Refer to Specifications
and Clearances for more information.
•Power. You need a 110 or a 220 VAC power source available for the Power Unit, depending on
what Power Unit you ordered.
•Outdoor installations. Your Lift is approved for indoor installation and use only.
Outdoor
installation is prohibited
.
•Architectural plans. Consult the architectural plans for your desired installation location. Make
sure there are no issues between what you want to do and what the plans show.
•Floor. Only install the Lift on a flat, Concrete floor; do not install on asphalt or any other surface.
The surface must be level; do not install on a surface with more than three degrees of slope.
⚠WARNING Installing your Lift on a surface with more than three degrees of slope could lead to
injury or even death. Only install the Lift on a level floor. If your floor is not level,
consider making the floor level or using a different location.
•Shimming. If your Concrete floor is not level and you are anchoring it, you can use Shims under
the bases of the Posts, as needed, to level the Lift.
To estimate your Shim requirements, use a transit level and targets to check for flatness. Use the
provided Shims as necessary.
NOTICE Do not shim a Post more than half an inch using the provided Shims. A maximum shim
of 2 inches is possible by ordering optional Shim Plates. Contact Dannmar at (877)
432-6627to order. Please have the model and serial number of your Lift available.
•Concrete specifications. Do not install the Lift on cracked or defective Concrete. Make sure
the Concrete is at least 4.25 inches thick, 3,000 PSI, and cured for a minimum of 28 days.
⚠CAUTION BendPak lifts are supplied with installation instructions and Concrete anchors that
meet the criteria set by the American National Standard “Automotive Lifts – Safety
Requirements for Construction, Testing, and Validation”, ANSI/ALI ALCTV. You are
responsible for any special regional structural and/or seismic anchoring
requirements specified by any other agencies and/or codes such as the Uniform
Building Code (UBC) and/or International Building Code (IBC).
Be sure to check your floor for the possibility of it being a
post-tension slab . In this case, you
must contact the building architect before drilling. Using ground penetrating radar may help you
find the tensioned steel.
⚠WARNING Cutting through a tensioned cable can result in injury or death. Do not drill into a
post-tension slab unless the building architect confirms you are not going to hit
tensioned steel or you have located it using ground penetrating radar.
If colored
sheath comes up during drilling, stop drilling immediately
.

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Planning for Electrical Work
You will need to have a licensed, certified Electrician available at some point during the installation.
⚠DANGER All wiring must be performed by a licensed, certified Electrician in accordance with
local and national electrical codes.
Notify your Electrician in advance so that they come with a Power Disconnect Switch and a Thermal
Disconnect Switch. If you ordered a 220 VAC Power Unit, they will also need to bring appropriate
components.
Your Electrician needs to:
•Install a Power Disconnect Switch. Ensures you can quickly and completely interrupt
electrical power to the Lift in the event of an electrical circuit fault, emergency situation, or when
equipment is undergoing service or maintenance. Put it within sight and reach of the Lift operator.
•Install a Thermal Disconnect Switch. Ensures the equipment shuts down in the event of an
overload or an overheated motor.
•Connect an electric power source to the Power Unit for 220 VAC Power Units. If
you are using a 220 VAC Power Unit—instead of the standard 110 VAC Power Unit—your
Electrician will need to bring and install appropriate components. Refer to Contacting the
Electrician for more information.
Important: The standard 110 VAC Power Units come with a power cord and appropriate plug.
Just plug it in to a 110 VAC outlet.
Unloading and Unpacking
Once the components are unloaded, they are your responsibility to move around. As the Lift includes a
number of heavy pieces, the closer you unload them to the installation location, the better off you are.
⚠CAUTION Some Lift components are very heavy; if handled incorrectly, they can
damage materials like tile, sandstone, and brick. Try to handle the Lift components
twice: once when delivered and once when moved into position. You must have a
Forklift or Shop Crane to move them into position. Use care when moving them.
⚠WARNING The Lift is delivered with stabilizing structures on each end. Be very careful when
removing these stabilizing structures; the Posts and Runways can shift or even fall.
If they fall on a person, they could cause serious injury.
Important Note:
Before removing the Powerside Runway (the Runway with the Hydraulic Cylinder and the Lifting
Cables under it), remove the four Runway Sheaves on one end of the Powerside Runway and the two
Runway Sheaves on the other end.
Pay attention to the order in which the Runway Sheaves come off; later in the
installation you will need to put them back into place in the reverse order from how
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Selecting your Power Post Location
The two options for the Power Post Location are Driver-Side Front or Passenger-Side Rear.
As you can see from the drawing below, the Power Post location choice does not change the
approach direction for the Vehicles you will be driving onto the Lift nor which end is the Front and
which is the Back. It does, however, change the placement of the Runways.
Note: The Runway on the Power Post side (the Powerside Runway)
must be the Runway with the
Hydraulic Cylinder under it.
The drawings in this manual show the Power Post at the Rear Passenger-Side, but that does not
mean you have to. In many cases, the main factor is the location of the power source; many
customers prefer to put the Power Post, which holds the Power Unit, near the power source. If power
is not an issue, choose the location that works best for your installation.
The following drawings show the two valid Power Post Locations.
Power Post: Front Driver-Side
Power Post: Rear Passenger-Side
Drawings are Top views of the Lift. Not all components shown.

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Orientation Issues
Important: Before continuing with the next section, you must decide how you want to position the
Runways, as that affects the orientation for the Posts and Top Caps.
Before installing your Lift, you need to understand three orientation issues:
•Runways. The two Runways are
not the same. One has a Hydraulic Cylinder under it and is the
starting point for the Lifting Cables. The Runway with the Hydraulic Cylinder under it is the
Powerside Runway and
must be installed next to the Power Post.
If you have not already chosen your Power Post location, return to Selecting your Power Post
Location and make the choice.
•Posts. The four Posts are
not the same; two have their Safety Lock Holes on the left, the other
two have their Safety Lock Holes on the right (when you are looking at them straight on).
Each D4-9 comes with two “Right” Posts and two “Left” Posts.
When you put the Posts into position, make sure that all four Posts are oriented so that the Safety
Lock holes are on the
outside of the Lift.
View of Posts is from between the two Runways; view of Lift is from above. Not all components
shown. Not necessarily to scale.
This orientation is
required so that the Safety Locks in the Crosstubes line up with the Safety
Lock Holes in the Posts.
NOTICE The Power Post must be a “Right” Post, but you can use either “Right” Post as the Power
Post.
•Top Caps. All four Top Caps must be oriented so that the extended corner is angled in towards
the middle of the Lift. The “right” Top Caps must be installed on the “right” Posts and the “left” Top
Caps must be installed on the “left” Posts.
Important: The four Top Caps look very similar but they are
not the same .
The drawing in Installing the Top Caps shows and describes how to determine if a Top Cap is
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Creating Chalk Line Guides
Create the Chalk Line Guides so that the outside edges of all four Post bases fit into the four corners
when it is time to put the Posts into place.
Note: Do
not use the Total Length value; this includes the Ramps, which are not taken into
consideration for creating Chalk Line Guides.
To create Chalk Line Guides:
1. Write down the Total Width and Outside Posts Length values for your model, which you can
find in Specifications.
2. Create the Front Chalk Line where you want the Front of the Lift (The Front of the Lift is the end
opposite the Approach Ramps).
Make the Front Chalk Line
longer than the Total Width setting for your Lift model, but make
notations that indicate the length of the Total Width setting.
3. Create the Left and Right Chalk Lines at 90° angles to the Front Chalk Line and parallel to each
other; the Left and Right Chalk Lines
must be parallel to each other.
4. Create the Rear Chalk Line parallel to the Front Chalk Line; the Front and Rear Chalk Lines
must
also be parallel to each other.
5. With all four Chalk Lines created and before moving the Posts into position, measure
diagonally
to make sure the two diagonal measurements are the same.
6. When you move the Posts into position, put the outside edges of the Bases inside the four corners
created by the Chalk Line Guides.