Ezy-Lift Ezy 2000 User manual

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Product Specifications 1 Inspection & Maintenance 30
Installation 3 Trouble Shooting 32
Chevrolet Unit Frame Installation 7 Warranty 33
Frame Installation-All Non Chevrolet Trucks 14 Hydraulic Diagram 34
Install Hydraulic & Power-All Truck Units 19 Electrical Diagram 35
Know Your Ezy-Lift 26 Replacement Parts List 36
Operation 28
Installation of the Ezylift must only be performed by qualified personnel with the proper tools in a prop-
erly equipped facility.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Ezy-Lift model 2000 lifting systems have a rated lift capacity of 2000 lbs.
Overloading your vehicle can create safety hazards!
Read and obey all Danger, Warning, Caution, and Operating Instructions on the Ezy-Lift and in this manual.
Make sure that all placards are in place and legible. Failure to comply with safety precautions in this manual and
on the Ezy-Lift is a safety violation that may result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
Read this entire manual before beginning work. Always wear safety glasses and use care when
working with power tools. Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacturing of our
products. But remember that all efforts to provide safe equipment can be totally negated by a single careless act of
an installer or operator. Accident prevention and safety are dependent upon the awareness and proper training of
the personnel who operate and maintain this equipment. The best safety device is a careful and informed owner/
operator. Taking precedence over any specific rule, however, is the most important rule of all: SAFETY
INTRODUCTION
Throughout the manual you will see advisory signs that indicate special attention to various procedures in installa-
tion and operation.
The DANGER sign indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in serious injury or death.
The WARNING sign indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
The CAUTION sign indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result
in minor or moderate injury.

Lifting Capacity 2000 Pounds for 8 foot cargo beds
Power Supply 12 VDC operation from vehicle battery, 150 AMP fuse at vehicle battery
Hydraulic System Bi-Directional hydraulic pump & flow control valve, two 3” hydraulic cylinders pro-
vide lift rotation of the boom arms
Winch Designed for lifting with 159:1 gear rotation, full load mechanical brake, 5:1 safety
factor
Winch Wire Rope 1/4” diameter 7x19 construction, galvanized, 35 foot length with 1.5 ton eye hoist
hook, latch and handling strap
Frame 11 gauge steel with black powder finish
Lifting Boom Arms High strength structural steel
Hub Bushings Self-lubricating bronze sleeve bushings
Remote Control 2 button 4-way control: up & down (Winch Wire), in & out (Boom), 10 foot cable
Operating Time From fully retracted (parked) to fully extended in approximately 45 seconds
Hydraulic Fluid ATF, OD18 or other clean hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 150 to 360 SUS at 38°C
(100°)F
Operating Temperature Range between 20°F to 140°F
System Weight Approximately 320 Pounds
Warranty One Year
Specification and features are subject to change without notice as models are upgraded.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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PREPARE FOR INSTALLATION
Completely empty the truck bed. Once empty it is recommended that the bed be power washed prior to installa-
tion.
Bed Liners Spray-in bed liners provide an acceptable mounting surface for Ezy-Lift installations. However, hard
plastic drop-in bed liners must be removed from the truck bed in order to provide a solid mounting suitable
for installing Ezy-Lift.
It Takes Two. Several steps in the installation require the help of another person, for example
placing components properly, or attaching backing plates under the bed. Identify all compo-
nents supplied in the installation kit and match them with the parts list. If any components are missing, contact
Ezy-Lift Tech Support at 713.589.9449 before beginning installation.
Park the truck on a level surface, set the parking brake and chock the wheels for safety.
Tools Needed
Rivet Nut Tool (Included—Dodge Only) Standard Open End Wrench Set
Drill Metric Open End Wrench Set
Tape Measure Drill Bit Set
Ratchet 1” Metal Hole Saw Bit
Rasp Saw
Standard Deep Socket Set 5 Foot 2 x 4 Lumber
Standard Hex Socket Set Rubber Mallet
Electrical Cord #2 Phillips Drill Bit
Attaching Pieces Included (Hardware Package)
Description Description
5/16x1-1/4 Button Head Screw 5/16 Nylon Lock Nuts
1/4x3/4 Button Head Screw 5/16 Nuts
3/4 Self Tapping Screw Rubber Grommets
5/16 x 4 Hex Head Bolts Black Tie Wraps
5/16 Flat Washer Crossbar End Caps
1/4 Flat Washer Anchor Points (Chevrolet Only)
5/16 Lock Washer Rivet Nuts (Dodge Only)
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Extra Parts The Ezy-Lift is shipped with a few extra attaching parts i.e. screws, washers, nuts, and bolts to ensure
that there is enough to complete the installation. Having leftover attaching parts is normal.
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Read the instructions completely before installation. It is recommended not to skip steps. We have carefully
considered the order of each step to ensure the best possible installation with the fewest possible problems.
Prior to installation, park the truck on a level surface, set the parking brake and chock the
wheels for safety.
Before beginning the installation remove the packing material to expose the Ezy Lift on the pallet. LEAVE BOTH
FRAMES SECURED TO THE PALLET. Carefully inventory the items identified in the illustration above. Check
the items in the hardware package against the list on page 3 of this manual. If any items are missing contact Ezy
Lift tech support at 713.589.9449.
2 - Unit Arm Frames 1 - Winch Cross Bar 2 - Side Fillers 1 - 90° Square
2 - Access Covers 2 - L Spacers 2 - 3 Hole Brackets 1 - Hardware Package
1 - Red Power Cord 1 - Unit Remote Control
Each of the parts and quantities listed below should be on the pallet
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BEGINNING STEPS
LEAVE EZYLIFT FRAMES SECURED TO PALLET
Remove the tailgate and remove the tail light assemblies. (Do not remove tail
lights for Chevrolet Installs)
If installing the unit in a Chevrolet Pick Up truck turn to pages 8 through 13
for Arm Frame installation instructions.
Measure the distance between the pick up truck wheel wells. If
the distance exceeds 50” it is necessary to mount the “L” Spacers
to each of the unit Arm Frames.
If it is necessary to mount the “L” Spacers install them with the unit frames still secured to the pallet. On the
front end of the unit frame there are 9 pre-dilled holes, 5 large and 4 small. Count back from the front (cab end) of
the frame and position the vertical end of the “L” Spacer so that the large hole at the axis of the “L” Spacer is
aligned with the second large hole in the frame. Take two of the self tapping screws and attach the “L” Spacer
using the two small holes. Note the illustrations below.
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Note the illustration to the left. The large pre-
drilled holes are used to attach the frame to the
wheel well with 5/16” screws at a later stage in the
installation. The small holes are used, along with
the self tapping screws, to attach the “L” Spacer to
the unit frame before installation.
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The installation of the Boom Arm Frames after the mounting of the “L” Spacers will differ slightly for the
Dodge, Ford and Toyota and for the Chevrolet pick up trucks. The installation instructions for the Chevro-
let trucks are found in a separate section beginning on the next page and continuing through page 13.
Pages 8 through 13 will apply to Chevrolet trucks only.
If installing the Boom Arm Frames for a Dodge, Ford or Toyota, please turn to page 14 of the manual and
continue the installation.
The installation will be done in four steps:
• Measure the wheel well distance and determine the need for the “L” Spacer and, if needed, mount the
“L” Spacer. Leave the unit Boom Arm Frames attached to the pallet but unpack the rest of the pieces
and make sure that they are all there. (Refer to the list on page 4)
• Installation of the unit Arm Frames to the truck bed
• Running and connecting the Hydraulic Hoses and Electrical Cords
• Mounting of the Winch Crossbar and connecting the Winch Electrical Leads

Chevrolet Truck Boom Arm Frames
Installation Section
The following section (pages 8 through 13) provide Boom Arm Frames installation instructions for
Chevrolet trucks only.
If the Ezy-Lift is being installed in a Ford, Toyota or Dodge truck please turn to page 14 to continue Boom
Arm Frames installation instructions.
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Chevrolet Frame Installation
The installation of the unit Arm Frames in a Chevrolet pick up truck differs from that of
other pick up trucks. After the frames are installed the remainder of the installation is
the same for other truck makes and models. The next seven pages address Chevrolet
Arm Frame installations only.
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Strip away the packaging materials but leave the unit frames bolted and strapped to the pallet. Check
the contents of the package. Compare to the list and photo below.
2 - Unit Arm Frames 1 - Winch Cross Bar 2 - Side Fillers 2 - Bed Mounting Shims
2 - Access Covers 2 - L Spacers 2 - 3 Hole Brackets 1 - Hardware Package
1 - Red Power Cord 1 - Unit Remote Control 1 - 90° Square
Back out the screws securing all of the unit pieces except the unit arm frames and set the
items aside.

BEGINNING STEPS
LEAVE EZYLIFT SECURED TO PALLET
Remove the tailgate before installation.
Set the Bed Mounting Shims in the bed grooves nearest the wheel wells. See illustrations below for position-
ing.
Set the Bed Mounting Shims in the grooves nearest the pick up truck wheel wells. There is no need to se-
cure the shims at this stage.
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Mount the Side Fillers
Lay the Driver’s Side Filler in the bed of the truck
in the position illustrated in the picture to the left.
Disassemble two of the Anchor Points and set
them down in front of the holes in the truck bed
sides. Install one of the Anchor Points in one of
the holes. See instructions below.
Note the three plastic holes and caps on each side of the truck bed’s side walls. Use the rear two holes
to mount the unit Frame Side Fillers. Use a knife and carefully remove the caps. If the caps were num-
bered 1, 2 and 3 with 1 being closest to the truck cab, numbers 2 and 3 would be removed.
Locate the four Anchor Points in the Hardware
Package and set them in the bed of the truck.
Place the Anchor Point Base inside the side wall
hole and position vertically slip the Anchor Point
Plate over the bolt and position horizontally.
Tightly secure the two pieces together with the jam
nut and slip the washer over the bolt. See the illus-
tration to the right. Make sure the screw driver slot
in bolt face is in the horizontal position when tight-
ening.
Take hold of the Side Filler and position it as
shown in the illustration at the top of the page.
Align the two holes on the side with the two
Anchor Point bolts and slide it on. Take the
washer and slide it on the bolt and then the 5/16
nut on to the bolt and leave loosely secured.
The Side Filler will be positioned as illustrated
to the right. Repeat these step for the passenger
side.
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Unlike the Side Fillers which are used to fill gaps
between the unit Arm Frames and bed side walls
on every other truck, the Chevrolet Side Filler is
one of four mounting brackets for the unit Arm
Frame.

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Take the unit frame that has the hydraulic pump and place it on
the drivers side of the pick up truck bed with the arm end point-
ing forward toward the truck cab. Take the remaining unit
frame and place it on the truck bed on the passenger side. Be
careful not to set the unit on the hydraulic pump hoses.
Lift the unit Arm Frame with the hydraulic pump upright with
the arm on top. Lean the arm end slightly forward and move
the top end up under the Side Filler. Push the bottom of the
Arm Frame in on top of the plastic Mounting Shim and flush
with the wheel well. It will be necessary to lift up the Side
Filler which should have been attached to the truck bed wall
only loosely.
Use the 2 x 4 as a brace to hold the two unit frames
in position until they are secured to the truck bed.
Once the Brace has been placed between the two Arm Frames
and the unit Arm Frames are pulled back to the tailgate posts
align the holes on top and use two of the 1/4” screws and washers
and loosely attach the Arm Frame to the Side Filler Bracket to
hold the frame into position. Repeat these steps on the passenger
side.
Once the unit Arm Frame is in position under the Side Filler,
pull it completely back towards the tail gate. Make sure that
both frames are equal distance from the rear of the truck bed.

MOUNT THE FRAME TO THE WHEEL WELLS
Use the drill with a 5/16” bit and align the bit with the screw
holes in the side panel. (Caution, on most trucks the holes
will be located above the tire height. Check the position of
the tire relative to the holes you are drilling into the wheel
well before proceeding.) Drill three holes that pass through
the holes in the “L” Spacer. Repeat process on the other frame.
Count back one from the truck cab end or front end. The
second hole is the first hole to drill through. If the “L” Spacer
was mounted correctly this hole will pass through the hole at
the apex of the “L” Spacer. Drill holes through the 2nd, 3rd
and 4th holes.
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Now that the unit Arm Frames are secured to the Side Filler brackets undertake the
following steps to attach the frames to the truck wheel wells.
Set the Three Hole Wheel Well Bracket
Push the three 5/16 screws through the 3 Hole Bracket on the inside of the wheel well. Put a flat washer, lock
washer and 5/16 nut on each of the screws and with one person operating an impact on the inside of the truck
bed and another under the truck in the wheel well with the open end wrench, securely tighten each of the three
screws. Note illustrations below.
Set the Rear and Front Foot Brackets
Align the 5/16” drill bit through the
holes in the brackets and drill through
the truck bed for both the front and
rear Foot Brackets. Run the screws
through the holes and put the washers
and nuts on from the under side but
only hand tighten.

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Set the screws in the brackets by having one person in the truck bed with an impact
to drive the 5/16” screws and another person under the truck with an open end
wrench. Use washers on each screw under the truck between the nut and the under-
side of the truck bed. Do not tighten completely.
Use the disposable 90° Square and square up the
unit Arm Frame with the bottom of the truck
bed. Once the frame is square with the bed be-
gin to tighten the 1/4” screws that secure the
frame to the Side Filler Brackets. Tighten these
completely the length of the frame.
Set the Front Slide Brackets
Loosen the two screws holding the Front Slide
Bracket. Tighten the two screws attaching the
Front Slide Bracket to the frame. Use three of the
self-tapping screws to secure the bracket to the bed
wall of the truck. Back out the screw that secures
the small Fill Plate to the frame for shipping. Flip
the Fill Plate so that it is in the opposite position,
as illustrated above, and re-secure to the Arm
Frame.
The Front Slide Bracket should be positioned as illustrated in the photo
on the left. Tighten all of the bracket screws and then insert the self
tapping screws in the bottom of the Arm Frame as shown to the left and
below.
After these steps are complete securely tighten the 3/4” screws that se-
cure the Side Filler to the unit Arm Frame.
Once all screws are securely tightened the wood brace may be removed
and discarded.
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Boom Arm Frames Installation
Ford, Dodge & Toyota Section
This section applies to the Boom Arm Frame installation on Ford, Dodge and Toyota
trucks only. After finishing these steps proceed with the installation covered in the sec-
tions for hydraulic and electrical installation.

Take the unit frame that has the hydraulic pump and place it on the
drivers side of the pick up truck bed with the arm end pointing
forward toward the truck cab. Take the remaining unit frame and
place it on the truck bed on the passenger side. Be careful not to
set the unit on the hydraulic pump hoses.
Lift the unit Arm Frame with the hydraulic pump upright with the arm on top. Lean the arm end slightly forward
and move the top end up under the Side Filler. Push the bottom of the Arm Frame in on top of the plastic Mount-
ing Shim and flush with the wheel well. It will be necessary to lift up the Side Filler which should have been at-
tached to the truck bed wall only loosely.
Use the 2 x 4 as a brace to hold the two unit frames in the upright position
until they are secured to the truck bed.
Once the Brace has been placed between the two
Arm Frames pull the two Arm Frames all the way
back to the tailgate posts.
Once the unit Arm Frame is in position under the Side
Filler, pull it completely back towards the tail gate. Make
sure that both frames are equal distance from the rear of
the truck bed.
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Dodge, Toyota and Ford truck Boom Arm Frame Installations
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MOUNT THE FRAME TO THE WHEEL WELLS
Use the drill with a 5/16” bit and align the bit with the screw
holes in the side panel. (Caution, on most trucks the holes
will be located above the tire height. Check the position of
the tire relative to the holes you are drilling into the wheel
well before proceeding.) Drill three holes that pass through
the holes in the “L” Spacer. Repeat process on the other frame.
Count back one from the truck cab end or front end. The
second hole is the first hole to drill through. If the “L” Spacer
was mounted correctly this hole will pass through the hole at
the apex of the “L” Spacer. Drill holes through the 2nd, 3rd
and 4th holes.
Now that the unit Arm Frames are secured to the Side Filler brackets undertake the
following steps to attach the frames to the truck wheel wells.
Set the Three Hole Wheel Well
Push the three 5/16 screws through the 3 Hole Bracket on the inside of the wheel well. Put a flat washer, lock washer
and 5/16 nut on each of the screws and with one person operating an impact on the inside of the truck bed and another
under the truck in the wheel well with the open end wrench, securely tighten each of the three screws. Note illustra-
tions below.
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Set the Rear and Front Foot Brackets
Align the 5/16” drill bit through the holes in the brackets and drill through the truck bed for both the front and
rear Foot Brackets. Run the screws through the holes and put the washers and nuts on from the under side but
only hand tighten.
Since there is no room to hold a wrench in the tail gate housing of Dodge pick up
trucks, Rivet Nuts will need to be installed. Please refer to the directions below to
install the Rivet Nuts.
Use a 5/16” drill bit and drill
through the holes in the Vertical
Post Bracket and into the post of
the pick up truck bed. Next re-
move the bracket and use a 17/32”
drill bit to widen the holes in the
bed post in order to install the rivet
nuts.
Installing Rivet Nuts
Use the drill with the 5/16” drill bit and, using the screw holes in the Vertical Post Mounting Bracket to
align, drill the holes into the side of the bed post. After the holes are drilled remove the side bracket
from the arm frame. Replace the drill bit with a 17/32” drill bit and enlarge the two holes in the side of
the bed post. If the truck has a spray on bed liner, remove the liner around the holes so the rivet head
will directly butt up to the sheet metal around the 17/32” drilled hole. Once this is done insert the 5/16”
Rivet Nut with the Rivet Nut Tool.
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After the two rivet nuts are placed in the truck bed move the unit Arm Frame up
against the side of the truck bed. Use the 90° square and line the unit Arm
Frame with the bed bottom. When this alignment is complete tighten the screw
into the rivet nut.
How to use the RNHT Rivet Nut Hand tool
The RNHT hand tool comprises 3 parts, the upper body (figure A), the
lower body (figure B) and the socket head cap screw (figure C). Put the
socket head cap screw through the tool in the orientation shown in figure C.
Thread the rivet nut on to the screw until it rests against the underside of the
bottom.
Insert the rivet nut into the hole of your application while it is threaded onto
the tool. Use the 7/8 inch wrench to keep the bottom body from turning.
Next, put an 11/16 inch socket wrench over the top body and turn clock-
wise. This will thread the top body out of the bottom body. This lifts the
threads of the rivet nut and
collapses the rivet nut forming a bubble on the backside, holding the rivet
nut.
Continue turning the wrench until it comes to a firm stop. Reverse the
socket wrench to break the tension in the tool. Remove the socket and
thread the screw
out of the installed rivet nut. Screw the top body into the bottom before
installing another rivet nut.
We recommend performing a test installation before installing into your
application. Failing to perform a test could cause the threads to strip by
over torque.
Loosen the two screws holding the Front Slide Bracket. Take the 90° square
and put side on the bed floor towards the rear of the frame with the vertical
side pushed up against the Arm Frame adjust the vertical angle of the Arm
Frame to square it to the truck bed. Do the same thing towards the front of
the Arm Frame. Once the frame is square, slide the bracket against the truck
bed wall. Tighten the two screws attaching the Front Slide Bracket to the
frame. Use three of the self-tapping screws to secure the bracket to the bed
wall of the truck.
Insert the self tapping screws in the bottom of the Arm Frame as shown to
the left and below.
Once all screws are securely tightened the wood brace may be removed
and discarded.
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