QUALITY LIFTS Q12 Instruction manual

Rev. 02/01/15
INSTALLATION,OPERATION &MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Two Post
Surface Mounted Lift
MODEL Q12
12,000 LBS.CAPACITY
3000 LBS.PER ARM
200 Cabel Street, P.O. Box 3944, Louisville, Kentucky 40206
Email:[e-mail] Web site:www.qualitylifts.com
Office 877-771-5438/ 502-583-5438 Fax [phone]
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
INSTALLING or OPERATING LIFT

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
* 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 Fig1b - Service Bay Layout
See Figure 1
Q12
Q12 w/ 2 Ft. Ext. Kit
ARise Height (Screw Pads Highest Position)
77 3/4"
(1975 mm)
BOverall Height
13’-10"/14’-7”
(4216 mm/4445 mm)
15’-10"/16’-7”
(4826mm/ 5055mm)
C
Overall Width
139 3/4"
(3550 mm)
DDrive-Thru Clearance
103"(2616 mm)
EFloor to Overhead Switch
13’-3 ½"/14’-½” (4051mm/4280 mm)
15’-3 ½"/16’-½” (4661mm /4890mm)
FMinimum Arm Reach
35 3/4" (910 mm)
GMaximum Arm Reach
54 1/2"
(1386 mm)
HScrew Pad Height
5 1/4"/ 6 3/4" (133mm/171mm)
KInside of Columns
115" (2921 mm)
Lifting Capacity *
(Hydraulic Pressure at Cap.)
12,000 lbs.
(2600 psi)
Ceiling Height Required
167"/176” (4242mm/4470mm)
191"/200”(4852mm/ 4890mm)
Motor
2HP, Single Phase, 60Hz
Voltage
208-230
Speed of Rise **
66 seconds
Max Load Per Arm
3000 lbs (1360 kg)

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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.
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 for single phase
units, it is necessary to have a dedicated circuit
with a double pole 25 amp circuit breaker or time
delay fuse.
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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RECEIVING
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 Quality 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 Quality 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
JSJ6-02-00 1
Power Column
Assembly
JSJ6-02-00f 1
Idler Column
Assembly
JSJ6-03-00 1 Overhead Assembly
Q12-HW-A 1 Hardware Box
JSJ6-02-02-00 1 Power Column
Extension
JSJ6-02-02-00f 1
Idler Column
Extension
JSJ6-09-00 4 Arm Assemblies
JSJ6-04-00 2
Synchronizer Cable
Assembly
Q12-HP 1 Hydraulic Hose
Pack
JSJ5-02-14A 2 Lock Cover
INSTALLATION
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. Metric open end wrenches 10mm, 13mm,
14mm, 15mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm and
24mm
f. Metric Allen Wrenches 4mm, 5mm, 6mm,
and 8mm.
g. Needle Nose pliers
h. Snap Ring pliers
i. Hammer drill with 3/4” diameter carbide
tipped bits
j. 2lb hammer
k. Torque wrench: 150 foot pounds minimum
with 1 1/8” socket
l. 12 ft. Step ladder
m. 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
M12 x 30 Hex bolts. Repeat for opposite
column and extension. Install power column
extension on power column. NOTE: install
with nut and washer on the exterior of the
column.
3) Using the Overall Width (C) Dimension from
Fig 1, chalk two parallel lines on the floor
within 1/8” tolerance. Erect both column
assemblies. Align the base plate edges to the
chalk lines.
Fig 1 – Column Layout

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ANCHORING
4) The anchor bolts must be installed at least 8”
from any crack, edge, or expansion joint.
5) 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.
6) 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.
7) Vacuum dust from the hole for proper holding
power.
8) Shim both columns to plumb using the shims
provided as shown in Fig 2. DO NOT shim
more than 1/2" at any given point. Use a level
no less than 24” in length to plumb columns.
9) 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 2 – Column Shimming
10) Tighten power column anchors and recheck
column for plumb. Re-shim if necessary.
Torque to 150 foot-pounds to set anchors.
OVERHEAD
11) Raise and install Overhead Assembly using
M12 x 30 Hex Bolts.
12) Install Overhead Limit Switch under the
Overhead Assembly on the Power Side.
Route cable around outside of column as
shown in Fig. 6.
13) Check idler column shimming. Use additional
shims (see Fig. 2) 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.
SYNCHRONIZER CABLES
14) Manually raise each carriage into the second
lock position.
15) At the upper beam sheave locations
disassemble and reassemble the cable
trapping rod to install the cable onto the
sheave, See Fig 3. To install the cable
bottom sheave will need to be removed then
reassembled.
Fig 3-Cable Trapping
16) Attach one end of synchronizing cable to
carriage. See Fig 4 for proper attachment.
17) Route cable up and over sheave in
overhead. Follow across to other sheave on
opposite column. Route down through
carriage to sheave in bottom of column.
Route under sheave and up to cable
attachment. Lower attachment point is used
for Standard Height Installation (175”) and
the Upper attachment point is used for
Reduced Height Installation (166”). Use Fig
4for proper attachment.
18) Repeat for opposite side.
Fig 4 – Synchronizing Cables

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POWER UNIT &HYDRAULIC LINES
Fig 5 – Power Unit Mounting
19) Mount Power Unit to power column as shown
in Fig 5. The mounting hardware, (4) M8 hex
nuts, are pre-installed on power unit
mounting bracket.
20) Attach Hydraulic elbow fitting threading the
O-Ring end into the power unit.
21) The hydraulic hose from the idler cylinder to
the tee fitting are slightly larger and have a
different size fitting. Note during installation
to attach the hoses in the correct end of the
tee. Fig 6.
Fig 6 – Hyd. Tee Fitting
22) 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 ½ flats or 90
degrees. Back the flared fitting off one full
turn and repeat.
23) Thread power unit hose (short) to elbow in
power on power unit.
24) Note: If lift is set to the tallest column height
an 18½” extension hose must be used at the
base of the Idler hydraulic cylinder.
Beginning on the idler side start with the Idler
Column Hose (long) up the backside of the
column through the two capture rings and
guide at the top of the extension. Continue
across the overhead through each of the
guides as shown and down the backside of
the power column. See Fig 7.
Fig 7 – Hose Routing (Power Side)
25) Route the remaining Power column hose
beginning at the elbow fitting at the base up
the backside of the column. Join the three
hoses with the supplied union tee.
26) 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.
LOCK RELEASE
27) Install Lock Release Stud and Knob to the
Powre Column Lock using one M10 Nut.
28) Attach Mechanical Lock Release Cable
Assembly to each lock pawl. See Fig 8.
Fig 8 – Lock Assembly
THE LOCK RELEASE CABLE ADJUSTMENT IS NOT
COMPLETE UNTIL THE LIFT HAS BEEN LOWERED AND
“FINAL ADJUSTMENTS”HAVE BEEN MADE.
ARM INSTALLATION
29) 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. If
any binding occurs, insure that the large gear
mounted to the arm has been factory
installed tight against the arm pin.
30) Ensure arm stop hardware is present and
adequately tightened so that spring lock washer
is fully compressed for each arm. Check arm
stop engagement by fully extending each arm.
Properly installed arm stop hardware will prevent
arm from becoming over- extended and possibly
disassembled.
Loose or missing arm stop
hardware may result in personal
injury and/or property damage.
WARNING

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31) Extend the footpad to both extents and apply anti-
seize to the three retaining rings and where the
double screw makes contact with the base of the
footpad.
ELECTRICAL
32) Refer to Fig 10 Wiring Diagram for all steps under
this heading. Single Phase
33) Connect the Overhead Limit Switch Cord to Power
Unit as shown.
34) Connect Power Unit to suitable electrical source as
shown. Three Phase
35) Power unit is factory wired for 240 volt. Refer to
wiring diagram or motor plate for optional voltages.
36) Connect Contactor Enclosure to column. Mounting
hardware should be centered on the column side to
side to avoid the path of the slide blocks.
37) Connect Overhead Limit Switch Cord to Contactor
as shown.
38) Connect Contactor to Power unit as shown.
Connect Contactor to suitable electrical source as
shown.
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.
COLUMN DECAL PLACEMENT
39) Apply decal to each column extension as described
in Fig. 9below.
Fig 9 – Decal Placement
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULICS
40) Lower the lift to the floor and raise the lift
approximately one foot.
41) Start with Idler side first. Slowly and carefully
loosen the bleed plug on top side of the
cylinder just enough to allow the entrapped
air to escape. Repeat for power side.
42) Raise lift 6 inches. Repeat step 41 until no air
comes out of cylinder.
43) 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.
44) 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
45) Raise lift and insure carriages lower into
same lock position.
46) Adjust synchronizing cables so the tension is
equal in both cables and carriages are firmly
sitting on locks.
47) Cycle lift to insure that latches operate
simultaneously.
LOCK RELEASE CABLE
48) Raise lift to a lock position but don’t set into
the lock. Pull and release Power Column
lock release handle while watching Idler
Column lock. Adjust Cable tension by
removing slack and retightening cable clamp
at the power side. IMPORTANT: IF IDLER SIDE
LOCK PAWL DOES NOT FULLY DISENGAGE,DAMAGE
MAY RESULT TO IDLER SIDE CARRIAGE AND OR CABLE
SYNCHRONIZING SYSTEM.
49) Tighten and trim wire ties.
50) Remove lock release knob and install both
covers. Replace lock release knob.
ARM PIN KEEPER INSTALL
51) Slide the arm pin into the carriage, arm, and
collar. Fig 10.
52) Once the set screw is finger tight against the
arm pin, tighten ¼ turn with tool.

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Fig 10 –Arm Pin Keeper Install
OWNER/OPERATOR CHECKLIST
53) Demonstrate the operation of the lift to the
owner/operator and review correct and safe
lifting procedures using the Lifting It Right
booklet as a guide.
54) Complete the Installation Checklist/Warranty
Validation questionnaire with the owner.
Review the terms of the warranty registration
card, and return the card and a copy of the
questionnaires to:
Quality Lifts
200 Cabel Street
Louisville, KY. 40206

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Fig 10 –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-2011 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) Position the vehicle in the service bay so that
the vehicle’s center of gravity is on a line
between the two columns, and so the vehicle
is centered between the two columns.
DO NOT EXCEED 3000 POUNDS PER ARM.
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.
WHEN LIFTING FRAMED VEHICLES IT IS SUGGESTED
THAT YOU USE THE FRAME ENGAGING ADAPTERS
((10318) PROVIDED). FAILURE TO DO SO ON SLICK
(UNDERCOATED)AND/OR PITCHED FRAME RAILS MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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 latches by pulling down and
holding the lock release lever.
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.

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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 arm stop hardware and engagement by
fully extending each arm. If arm stop hardware
is loose, tighten hardware until spring lock
washer is fully compressed.
•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 pull clear of the column back
when disengaged.
Weekly
•Check synchronizer cables and sheaves for
wear. Replace as required with genuine
Challenger Lifts parts.
•Check lock release cable adjustment per
Installation Instructions step 48.
IMPORTANT: IF IDLER SIDE LOCK PAWL DOES NOT
FULLY DISENGAGE,DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO IDLER
SIDE CARRIAGE AND OR CABLE SYNCHRONIZING
SYSTEM.
•Check synchronizer cable tension per
Installation Instructions. Adjust if necessary.
Monthly
•Torque concrete anchor bolts to 80 ft-lbs.
•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.)
•Visually inspect concrete floor for cracks and/or
spalls within 12” of base plate
If any problems are encountered, contact
your local service representative.

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WARRANTY REGISTRATION
SERIAL # ___________ INV. DATE:
_________
DISTRIBUTED BY: ________________________________
ADDRESS: ______________________________
CITY: _______________ STATE: _____ ZIP:________
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
COMPANY NAME:________________________
CONTACT: _______________________
PHONE NUMBER: ________________
ADDRESS: _______________________
CITY: ________________ STATE: _____ ZIP: _________
Please remit above form to: Quality Lifts
P.O. Box 3972
Louisville, KY 40201
[phone] office
[phone] fax
This form must be received for warranty to become effective!

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PARTS BREAKDOWN
ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
1
JSJ6-02-02-00 1
POWER COLUMN EXTENSION (Std. Height)
JSJ6-02-02-00H 1
POWER COLUMN EXTENSION (2Ft. Ext. Height)
JSJ6-02-02-00f 1
IDLER COLUMN EXTENSION (NOT SHOWN) (Std. Height)
JSJ6-02-02-00fH 1
IDLER COLUMN EXTENSION (NOT SHOWN) (2Ft. Ext. Height)
2 JSJ6-03-01-00 1 OVERHEAD WELD
3 JSJ6-03-02 1 OVERHEAD SHUT OFF BAR
4 12045 1 LIMIT SWITCH
5
X10-060 1 M10 x 65mm BOLT, POWER COLUMN
X10-053 1 M10 x 45mm BOLT, IDLER COLUMN (NOT SHOWN)
6 X10-019 2 M10 NUT
7 JSJ5-03-07ch 2 CABLE TRAPPING ROD
8 X10-034 10 M6 NUT
9 JSJ4-02-18 2 HOSE GUIDE NUT
10 JSJ4-02-17 2 HOSE GUIDE
11 JSJ4-02-08 2 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE PIN, M6
12 JSJ4-02-09 2 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE
13 X10-032 6 M6 WASHER
14
JSJ4-02-11-00f 1 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE BRACKET, POWER COLUMN
JSJ4-02-11-00 1 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE BRACKET, IDLER COLUMN
15 X10-051 4 M6 x 20mm BOLT
16 X10-033 6 M6 LOCK WASHER
17 JSJ5-02-02-03 3 OVERHEAD SHUT OFF CORD CLAMP
18 X10-049 6 M5 x 8mm PAN HEAD SCREW
19 X10-037 8 M12 x 30mm BOLT
20 X10-038 8 M12 WASHER
21 X10-039 8 M12 LOCK WASHER
22 X10-040 8 M12 NUT
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
30 JSJ5-02-14A 2 LOCK RELEASE COVER
31 X10-065 8 M5 x 10 PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW
32 JSJ5-02-12 2 LOCK RELEASE WIRE PIN
33 JSJ5-02-10 2 LOCK RELEASE CAM
34 X10-026 2 M6 x 14mm BOLT
35 JSJ5-02-03 2 LOCK PAWL
36 X10-029 2 M20 WASHER
37 JSJ5-02-07 2 LOCK RELEASE SPRING #1
38 JSJ5-02-13 2 LOCK RELEASE SPRING #2
39 JSJ5-02-04 2 LOCK RELEASE SHAFT
40 JSJ4-02-08 2 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE PIN, M6
41 JSJ4-02-09 2 LOCK RELEASE SHEAVE
42 X10-032 2 M6 WASHER
43 X10-034 2 M6 NUT
44 JSJ5-02-06 1 LOCK RELEASE HANDLE SHAFT
45 X10-017 1 LOCK RELEASE KNOB
46 X10-037 24 M12 x 30mm BOLT
47 X10-038 24 M12 WASHER
48 X10-039 24 M12 LOCK WASHER
49 X10-040 24 M12 NUT
50 JSJ6-02-01-00F 1 IDLER COLUMN WELD
51 JSJ6-02-01-00 1 POWER COLUMN WELD
52
JSJ6-06 1
LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (Std. Height)
JSJ6-06H 1
LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (2Ft. Ext. Height)
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Model Q12
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ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
55 JSJ6-07-00 2 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
56 JSJ6-21 1 5/8-18 UN 90 DEGREE ELBOW
57 JSJ6-20 1
5/8-18 UN HOSE EXTENSION (18 ½” LONG) (Std. Height)
JSJ6-21H 1
5/8-18 UN HOSE EXTENSION (66 ½” LONG) (2Ft. Ext. Height)
58 JSJ6-18 1 5/8-18 UN HOSE (411” LONG)
59 JSJ6-15 1 9/16-18 UN x 9/16-18 UN x 5/8-18 UN TEE FITTING
60 JSJ5-17 1 9/16-18 UN POWER UNIT HOSE
61 JSJ4-16 1 9/16-18 UN POWER CYLINDER HOSE
62 JSJ6-19 1 9/16-18 UN 90 DEGREE ELBOW
63 X10-044 1 O-RING x 9/16-18 UN 90 DEGREE ELBOW
64 31368-19 1 Power Unit
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ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
70 JSJ6-04-00 2
SYNCHRONIZER CABLE (Std. Height)
JSJ6-04-00H 2
SYNCHRONIZER CABLE (2Ft. Ext. Height)
71 GJY12-3 6 HAIRPIN COTTER PIN
72 JSJ6-03-08 6 CABLE SHEAVE
73 X10-055 4 26mm WASHER
74 JSJ6-03-03 2 CABLE SHEAVE PIN
75 JSJ6-03-05 2 SHEAVE SPACER
76 X10-038 2 M12 WASHER
77 X10-039 2 M12 LOCK WASHER
78 X10-053 2 M12 x 45mm BOLT
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
85 JSJ6-08-00 2 CARRIAGE
86 JSJ5-08-15 16 SLIDE BLOCKS
87 JSJ6-11 4 ARM PIN
88 JSJ4-05-ch 2 DOOR GUARD
89 X10-087 4 M8 WASHER
90 X10-088 4 M8 x 30mm Lg. SOCKET HEAD BOLT
91 X10-077 12 M10 x 25mm Lg. SOCKET HEAD BOLT
92 X10-074 12 M10 LOCK WASHER
93 JSJ6-09-07 4 INNER GEAR
94 JSJ6-13 4 ARM RESTRAINT SHAFT
95 JSJ6-14 4 ARM RESTRAINT SPRING
96 JSJ6-12 4 OUTER GEAR
97 JSJ6-09-01-00 4 FEMALE ARM WELD
98 JSJ6-09-02-00 4 MALE ARM WELD
99 JSJ4-09-08 4 M10 x 14 STOP BOLT, DOG POINT
100 X10-073 4 M10 WASHER
101 B2211 4 M6 ROLL PIN
102 B12062S-12 4 FOOT PAD ASSEMBLY – 12K
103 B12568 8 M10 x 25 FLG. HEAD BOLT
104 482365 4 PAD – BOLT ON
105 B12063S 4 ADAPTER PAD WELD
106 B17257 4 3 x 45mm RETAINING RING
107 B17276-1 4 ADAPTER BASE
108 JSJ5-22CH 4 40.5 x 48 x 20mm Lg. Collar
109 JSJ5-23CH 4 M8 x 8 Set Screw Cup Point
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