Rotary SM30 User manual

I
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N
I
N
S
T
R
U
C
T
I
O
N
S
I
N
S
T
A
L
L
A
T
I
O
N
I
N
S
T
R
U
C
T
I
O
N
S
SM30/RFL25
SM30 Capacity 30,000 lbs. (15,000 lbs. per axle)
140” Minimum Wheelbase
RFL25 Capacity 25,000 lbs. (12,500 lbs. per axle)
© July 2018 by Vehicle Service Group. CO10598.0 IN20490
Rev. J 7/24/2018
LP20460

2
Required Clearances
Read and understand Installation Instructions completely
before starting with lift installation.
1. Lift Location: Use architects plan when available to locate lift.
Fig. 1 shows dimensions of a typical bay layout. For power
unit at right front, rotate lift 180°, leaving ramp/chocks and
wheel stops in original position. Lift floor area should be
level.
WARNING
DO NOT install on asphalt or other similar
unstable surfaces. Columns are supported only by anchors in
floor.
Note: If runway extensions are used, an additional 3’–0” of
clearance must be added to end with extensions.
2. Ceiling or overhead clearance must be 80” plus height
of tallest vehicle.
3. Estimating Column Shim requirements:
In the following section, the terms “highest” and
“lowest” refer to elevation of floor.
A. Mark locations where lift columns will be
positioned in bay.
B. Place target at column positions and record
readings, Fig. 2.
C. Find the highest of the four (4) locations. Find the
difference between the reading at each of the
remaining three (3) columns and the highest
reading.
D. The difference is the estimated amount of shim
thickness needed at each column.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
APPROACH
C
L
Left
Runway
Right
Runway
Rear Clearance
Rear Clearance (Min. 5'-6" for SM30's, 8'-6" for
RFL25's) = rear overhang of longest vehicle + required
work space
Front Clearance
8'–0" Min. To
Nearest
Obstruction
8'–0" Min. To
Nearest
Obstruction
FRONTREAR
Front Clearance = front overhang of
longest vehicle + required work space
Transit
Estimation Shim Requirements
Target
Dimension at highest position minus other
position = shim thickness required

3
Cable Seating in Sheave Grooves
Rear
(Viewed from rear)
Fron
t
(V
iewed from front)
Right Rear
Cable (#4)
Left Rear
Cable (#3)
Right Front
Cable (#2) Left Front
Cable (#1) Left Rear
Cable
(#3)
Right Rear
Cable (#4)
D. Lay right runway in place on yoke. Slide right runway toward
outside of lift until holes in yoke and runway line up, Fig. 4.
Hold runway in place and bolt on ramp/chock and wheel
stops to runway using ten 5/8” x 2 1/2” bolts and flange nuts.
Square up yokes with runways using four 3/4”-10NC x 2” lg.
bolts, 3/4” flat washers, 3/4” lock washers, and shims. Ramp/
chocks go on rear, Fig. 5. and Fig. 6. Repeat for left runway.
E. Insert each end of the left runway’s 1/4” air line into the Tee’s
connecting the locking latch air cylinders in each yoke, Fig. 7.
E. Maximum shim thickness of 2” is possible by using shims
and anchors provided with lift. If more shimming is required,
consult factory for different shim package including longer
anchor bolts.
4. Runway and Yoke Assembly:
A. Determine direction of approach in bay.
B. Position left runway in bay with hydraulic cylinder hose
connection to rear of bay. Cables and sheaves are pre-
assembled in runway. Runway needs to be up off floor so
shipping restraints can be removed from cable ends, air
and hydraulic lines, and cylinder rod. Pull cables, air and
fluid lines out for assembly. Make sure cables are in proper
sheave grooves, Fig. 3.
C. Position front and rear yokes at respective ends of
runway, Fig. 1. Feed cable ends through yoke end, Fig. 4. Do
not assemble sheaves in yoke ends at this time.
IMPORTANT
Be sure cables are not crossed inside yoke.
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
Fig. 4
Fig. 6
Feed Cable Ends Through Yoke End
Right Runway
Permanent
Wheel Stop
Alignment Holes
For Runway Adjustment
Right Front Column
Ramp/Chock
Flange
Nuts
Cotter Pin Should Be
On Outside Of
Runway
Bolts Runway
3/4" x 2" lg. Bolts
3/4" Lock Washers
3/4" Flat Washers
Shim
Ramp/chock
Wheel Stop
Flange
Nuts
Permanent
Wheel Stop
Bolts Runway
3/4" x 2" lg. Bolts
3/4" Lock Washers
3/4" Flat Washers
Shim

4
Fig. 8
Fig. 7
5. Columns:
Note: Columns are not interchangeable. They must be set at their
respective corner of the lift. Column double return bend is always
to inside of lift, Fig. 9. Place the power unit column at the left
rear corner of the lift. The point where the hydraulic hose passes
through side of left runway should be visible from this corner.
Insert alignment stud through hole in yoke end and thread into
base plate of column, Fig. 8. Repeat for other columns.
Fig. 8a
IMPORTANT
Use Yoke Spacer As Shown To
Maintain 5/16" Of Gap From End
Of Yoke To Front Of Latch Bar.
Be Sure To Remove Spacer
After Installation.
1
2
Ears Of
Spacer
Tee
Left Runway
Right
Runway
Air Line in Runway
Air Line To
Lift
Tee Tee
Alignment Stud
5/16" REF. Between Yoke End and Latch Bar
Yoke Assembly
Alignment Stud
Latch Bar
Column
IMPORTANT
The yoke/column alignment studs MUST be used
for proper centering of columns to yokes, Fig. 8. A gap of
5/16” must be maintained between column and yoke.
See step 6 B. Note: It may be necessary to remove Plastic Slider
from Column Stop on yoke end, Fig. 10, before aligning yoke
in column. After yoke is in column, reinstall Plastic Slider and
secure with 5/16” button head screw.

5
Fig. 9
APPROACH
Left Runway
Right Runway
Right Front Column
Right Rear Column
Diagonals
Within
1
/
4
"
Between Columns
Power Unit Column
Left Front
Column
Double Return Bend always
to the Inside of Lift.
RFL25 ....... 177 1/8" Ref.
SM30S........249 1/8" Ref.
SM30L........285 1/8" Ref.
SM30EL......321 1/8" Ref.
133 1/4" Ref.
Check Lift Dimensions
Width and length measurements are made from column
sides, NOT column base plate. Diagonals are measured from
inside corner of column.
1/4"
Tapping
Screw
Column Stop
Plastic Slider
Plastic Slider
Fig. 10

6
Fig. 11
6. Concrete and Anchoring:
Run nut down just
below impact section
of bolt. Drive anchor
into hole until nut and washer
contact base.
Clean hole.Drill holes using 5/8” car-
bide tipped masonry drill
bit per ANSI B212.15-1994
(R2000)
Tighten nut with
Torque wrench to
60 ft.-lbs.
CONCRETE AND ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS
STANDARD ANSI/ALI ALCTV IBC 2006, 2009, 2012 SEISMIC
Minimum Floor Thick-
ness
4-1/4 INCHES 4-3/8 INCHES 5 INCHES Varies by location consult
with your structural engineer
and manufacturer’s repre-
sentative.
Anchor Hilti Kwik Bolt III*
5/8" x 4-1/4"
Hilti HIT-HY
150MAX-SD
Adhesive; Hilti
HIT-HY 150 MAX
Adhesive; HILTI
HIT-RE 500-SD
Adhesive
Hilti Kwik Bolt III
5/8" x 6"
Minimum Concrete
Strength
3000 PSI 3000 PSI 3000 PSI
Minimum Anchor Em-
bedment
2-3/4 INCHES 3-1/8 INCHES 3-1/8 INCHES
Minimum Distance to
Concrete Edge, Crack,
Expansion Joint, Aban-
danoned Anchor Hole
4-1/2 INCHES 3-1/8 INCHES 2-1/4 INCHES
*The supplied concrete fasteners meet the criteria of the American National Standard
“Automotive Lifts - Safety Requirements for Construction, Testing, and Validation” ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2011, and the lift
owner is responsible for all charges related to any additional anchoring requirements as specified by local codes.
Contact customer service for further information at: 800.445.5438

7
Shim
(2" max.)
Anchor
Shimming Column
Nut
Washer
Fig. 12
A. Keep columns square to center line of lift. Check lift location
in the bay, Fig. 1. Check dimensions side-to-side, front-to-
rear, and diagonally. Diagonals must be equal to within 1/4”,
Fig. 9. for each column.
B. Start with power unit column. Use yoke spacer tool to ensure
5/16” gap between column and yoke. Place yoke spacer tool
on yoke end, Fig. 8a, with ears facing away from column.
Slide yoke spacer tool so that the end of the tool opposite the
ears is against the side of the yoke end facing the column.
C. Use shims provided to shim column base to plumb columns,
first fore and aft then side to side. Use a 4’ level to check
plumb of columns. Recheck 5/16” gap between column and
yoke with yoke spacer tool. Maximum shim thickness is
2”, Fig. 12. If more shimming is required, consult factory for
different shim package including longer anchor bolts. Drill
four 5/8” diameter holes through concrete floor using base
holes as guide, Fig. 11. Repeat for other columns.
D. Insert base anchors, Fig. 11. Repeat for other columns.
Tighten nuts. Recheck columns for plumb. Re-shim if
necessary. Torque anchor bolts to 60 ft. lbs., Fig. 11. If
anchor bolts do not hold when torqued to required amount,
concrete must be replaced. Saw cut and remove 24” x 24”
square area under each column base. Repour with reinforced
# 3000 minimum concrete to depth of 6”, keying new concrete
under existing floor.
7. Cable Connection:
Install yoke end sheaves, Fig. 13. Retain with sheave pin and
5/16” pan head machine screw, Locktite the screw threads.
Attach each cable to column top plate with nut and jam nut.
Install sheave covers on each yoke end, Fig. 13. Roping
diagram shows a view of completed roping, Fig. 14.

8
Attaching Cables
Sheave
Spacer
Sheave
Nut
Spacers
Sheave
Pin
Sheave
Yoke End
Sheave
Cover
Yoke
End
Spacers
Pinetree
Retainer
Viewed from above
Jam Nut
Column Top
Plate
5
/
16
" Machine Screw
8. Adjust Cable:
Adjust all cables with lift fully lowered. Loosen cable jam nut.
Tighten adjusting nut on cable stud on top of column until
yoke end is raised 1/4”. Back off adjusting nut one (1) turn.
Tighten jam nut. Do this for all four (4) cables. See Fig. 13.
9. Power Unit:
A. Align Air Valve Bracket with holes in right side of
column bracket, Fig. 16.
B. Put four 5/16” x1- 1/2” lg. hex. bolts through holes in column
bracket, using push-nuts to hold in place. When using 3Ø
Control Box with push button, position mounting bracket to
the rear of the power unit bracket and attach using two (2) of
the 5/16”-18NC x 1 1/2” HHCS, Fig. 16.
C. Mount power unit, with motor up, to the column bracket and
install four 5/16” lock washers and nuts.
D. Run hydraulic hose from runway through slot in side of
runway to power unit output port, Fig. 17. DO NOT use Teflon
tape on hydraulic hose connections. Install and hand tighten
elbow to pump until O-ring is seated and elbow should be
oriented downward at approximately 45°,Fig. 17. Tighten
locknut to 35-40 ft. lbs.
E. Install enclosed capacity label on power unit, Fig. 17.
10. Electrical: Have a certified electrician run 230 volt
single phase 60 Hz. power supply to motor, Fig.18 and 19. Size
wire for 30 amp. circuit. See Motor Operating Data table.
Numbers 5 & 6
Refer to
Parts
Breakdown
Fig. 13
IMPORTANT
Cables must fit in slack cable arm rollers, Fig.15
Fig. 15
Fig. 14
Right Rear
(#4)
Left Front
(#1)
Left Rear
(#3)
Roping Diagram
Right Front
(#2)
Cable in Slack Cable Arm Rollers
Locking Latch
Slack Cable Arm Roller
Cable

9
Mount Power Unit
Crimped Hose
Sleeve (Typical)
RIGHT SIDE VIEW
OF POWER UNIT
NP253
NP334
POWER UNIT
COLUMN
Elbow
Power Unit Hose
CAPACITY
30,000 LBS.
CAPACITY
30,000LBS.
Fill/Breather Cap
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Place air valve bracket
on column bracket
before attaching motor.
Push nuts hold
bolts to brackets.
Use (4) 5/16"-18NC X 1 1/2" lg.
HHCS and Nuts.
On one bolt, place
(2) 5/16" Star Washers
PUSH TO
RELEASE
LATCHES
NP280
PUSH TO
RELEASE
LATCHES
NP280

10
Black White
Green
Connect supply to wires in box as
per Fig. 18. Attach ground wire to
screws provided.
208-230V 60Hz
Single Phase
Attach ground wire here.
Attach black wire
to one motor wire.
Attach white wire
to one motor wire.
Note: Motors utilizing 3 phase current available. Refer to wiring
drawing in 3 phase power unit carton.
IMPORTANT
Use separate circuit for each power unit.
Protect each circuit with time delay fuse or circuit breaker: single
phase -30 amp.; 3 phase (230v) -15 amp.; 3 phase (460v ) -8.75
amp, Fig. 18 and Fig. 21. Wiring must comply with local electrical
codes.
Note: Motor CAN NOT be run on 50Hz. line without a physical
change in the motor.
WARNING
Risk of explosion. This equipment has
internal arcing or sparking parts which should not be exposed to
flammable vapors. It should not be located in a recessed area or
below floor level.
NEED
ASSISTANCE?
CALL:
1-800-445-5438
OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE
DEPARTMENT
WILL BE GLAD TO
HELP.
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
MOTOR OPERATING DATA - SINGLE PHASE
LINE VOLTAGE OF POWER CO. RUNNING MOTOR VOLTAGE RANGE
208V - 230V 60 HZ 197V - 253V
Motor Operating Data Table
Wiring Diagram
M
230
V.
60
Hz.
1Ø
RAISE
SWITCH
Green
Black
White
Black
White

11
1/4” Flat Washer
1/4”-20NC x 1/2” HHCS
1/4” Star Washer
Note:
The contactor in the control box has a 480V coil.
For installations where the electric supply is 230V,
the coil must be replaced with the extra 230V coil
shipped with the control box. For 575V electric
supply, the coil must be replaced with the extra
575V coil shipped with the lift.
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
10. 3ø Control Box Installation:
A. Attach Control Box to Bracket using (4) 1/4”-20NC x 1/2”
HHCS, (4) 1/4” Flat Washers, and (4) 1/4” Star Washers. Fig.
20.
B. Route cord through strain relief on motor and connect per
table on top of page.
T1
T2
T3
U2
V2
W2
W1
V1
U1
575V 60 Hz. 3Ø
Three Phase Power Unit
MOTOR OPERATING DATA TABLE - THREE PHASE
LINE VOLTAGE RUNNING MOTOR VOLTAGE RANGE
208-240V 50/60Hz. 197-253V
400V 50Hz. 360-440V
440-480V 50/60Hz. 396V-528V
575V 60Hz. 518V-632V
L1
L2
L3
L1
L2
L3
208-240V
50/60Hz. 3Ø
440-480V 50/60 Hz. 3Ø
380-400V 50 Hz. 3Ø
Current Pin Layouts Older Pin Layouts
W2
U2
V2
W2
U2
V2
U1
V1
W1
U1
V1
W1 T7
T1
T8
T2
T9
T3
T4
T5
T6
L1
L2
L3
T7 T4
T1
L1
T8 T5
T2
L2
T9 T6
T3
L3
208-240V
50/60Hz. 3Ø
440-480V 50/60 Hz. 3Ø
380-400V 50 Hz. 3Ø

12
11. Fluid Filling:
CAUTION
If fill/breather cap, Fig. 17, is lost or broken, order
replacement. DO NOT substitute with a solid plug.
A. System capacity is twenty-two (22) quarts. Use Dexron III
ATF. Remove fill/breather cap and fill vent screw, Fig. 17.
B. Add fluid until it reaches the fill line.
C. Replace fill/breather cap.
D. Start motor and raise lift to full rise. Lower the lift onto the
locking latches.
E. REMOVE ALIGNMENT STUDS from all four (4) column bases,
Fig. 8.
IMPORTANT
Lift must be fully lowered before changing or
adding hydraulic fluid.
12. Connecting Air Supply:
Note: Locking latches require 100 p.s.i. min to 120 p.s.i. max. air
pressure
IMPORTANT
A filter/regulator/lubricator must be installed on
air supply at lift. Failure to do so will void the warranty.
A. Connect air valve to Reducing Tee, Fig. 24. Cut provided 1/4”
air line tubing with sharp blade to length as required. Tubing
must be cut square with no burrs.
Note: To assemble air line tubing into fitting, use firm, manual
pressure to push tubing into fitting until it bottoms, Fig. 23. If
removal of the air line tubing from the fitting is ever required, hold
Push Sleeve in (against fitting) and, at the same time, pull out on
tubing.
IMPORTANT
Tubing must bottom out in valve or fitting (approx.
3/4”) or it will leak.
B. Use Housing Collar to secure the Air Valve to the Air Valve
Bracket, Fig. 24.
C. Attach enclosed NP280 decal (“PUSH TO RELEASE LATCHES”)
below button on air valve bracket, Fig. 16.
D. Run 1/4” air line from air valve to the slot in the fixed runway.
Cut airline to length required and attach to Tee in runway, Fig.
22.
E. Connect Reducing Tee to female connector, Fig. 24, using 3/8”
air line tubing. Attach filter to female connector and connect
into existing facility air supply. Make sure plastic plug is in
bottom opening of Reducing Tee.
F. Check for air leaks by depressing air valve. Repair as required.
G. Use provided cable ties to tie air line to hydraulic hose between
power unit and lift.
H. Actuate air valve and check latch operation on all four (4) corners.
When releasing locks, the locking latch should pull back flush
with yoke end to clear the latch bar located in all four (4) columns,
Fig. 24. Adjust, if required, by removing cotter pin and washer
holding Slotted Bracket on locking latch and screwing Slotted
Bracket in to move it toward the air cylinder. After adjustment,
replace washer and secure Slotted Bracket with a new cotter
pin. Tighten jam nut. Apply Loctite® to jam nut to hold in place.
I. Use cable ties provided to tie 3/8” air supply to electrical supply
conduit at approximately 2’-0” intervals.
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Tee
Right Runway
Tee
Tee
Left Runway
Air Line To Lift
Air Line in Lift
Seating Air Line
Tubing
Air Line
Tubing
Push
Sleeve

13
Latch Bar
Locking
Latch
Jam Nut
Air Cylinder
Slotted
Bracket
Yoke End
13. Bleeding: Raise and lower lift (6) times. The cylinder is self-
bleeding. After bleeding system, replace fill vent screw.
Note: Some fluid may be exhausted from the cylinder breather
vent during bleeding of the system.
14. Pressure Test: To pressure test, run lift to full rise and run
motor for approximately five (5) seconds. Stop and check all hose
connections. Tighten or reseal if required. Lower lift. Check fluid
level in reservoir. Fill as required per instrustions in Step 11.
15. Final Adjustmemt:
A. Load vehicle, such as a 3/4 ton pickup or van onto lift.
B. Raise lift as high as it will travel (full height). As the lift is
raised, note in which rear column locking latch clicks into
slot at same time as the first column.
C. Adjust cable in other rear column so that its
locking latch clicks into slot at same time as the
first column.
CAUTION
There must be a minimum of two (2) threads
above the nut after adjustment.
D. Raise lift again. This time listening for the first front latch
to click into place. Adjust this simultaneously with the rear
columns.
E. Do the same for the remaining front column.
F. Tighten jam nuts and lower lift.
Note: Latches may not click in at the same time when vehicle is
being raised. They should be closed. Be sure all four (4) corners
have passed the locking latch bar slot before lowering lift on
locking latches.
Note: Replace any missing hardware with Grade 5 or higher.
IMPORTANT
Cotter pins are usually good for one time use
only. Replace any cotter pin, if removed, with new cotter pin.
16. Upon completion of the assembly of the lift, the lift is to
be operated to assure proper function. Observe for locks
operating in all locking positions, each side lifts equally,
hydraulics do not leak, all electrical controls function as
labeled, all pneumatics are functional and leak free, ramps
rotate freely (if applicable), and proper clearances with all
items in bay have been maintained.
Operate the lift with a typical vehicle and observe to assure
the same items for proper functioning.
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
3/8” Air
Line
Connect Air Supply to Air Valve
Filter
Air Supply
Female
Connector
Reducing
Tee
Plastic
Plug
Air Valve
1/4” Air Line
Air
Output
Air
Input
Push
Lever

NOTES:

NOTES:

Installer: Please return this booklet to
literature package, and give to lift
owner/operator.
Thank You
Trained Operators and Regular Maintenance Ensures Satisfactory
Performance of Your Rotary Lift.
Contact Your Nearest Authorized Rotary Parts Distributor for Genuine Rotary Replacement Parts. See
Literature Package for Parts Breakdown.