Stratus MS9000XT User manual

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This equipment should not be installed, operated or repaired without first reading instructions.
Failure to follow the instructions and safety can result in serious injury or death.
Electricity should be hooked up by a certified electrician.
Do NOT use equipment beyond its rated capacity.
Keep manual near lift for 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.
Only Operate this lift if it can be done so safely.
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8413 Calibration Ct.
College Station, Tx USA
Telephone:[phone]
stratusautoequip.com
: MS9000XT
Manual SAEMSSERIES— Revision A1 — July2023
Models
SHOWN: MS9000X
Safety - Installation - Operation - Maintenance
Extra Wide Commercial Grade Open Center Mobile Mid Rise
Electric Safety Lock Release Scissor Vehicle Lift

Manual - MS9000XT- Extra Wide Commercial Grade Open Center Mobile Mid Rise Electric Safety
Lock Release Scissor Vehicle Lift - Safety - Installation - Operation - Maintenance -MSSERIES—
Revision A1 — July 2023
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information; Product updates, revisions, and/or changes could have occurred since this manual was
written and published. Stratus Auto Equipment reserves the right to change any information in this
manual without incurring any obligation for equipment previously or subsequently sold. Stratus Auto
Equipment is not responsible for typographical errors in this manual.
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 your Lift
unless you can do so safely!
Owner Responsibility- In order to ensure operator safety and maintain your product properly, it is
the responsibility of the product owner to read and follow these instructions:
• Follow all setup, operation, and maintenance instructions.
• Make sure product setup and use 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 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 only with approved replacement parts.
• Keep all instructions permanently with the product and make sure all labels are clean and visible.
Stratus Auto Equipment makes no promises, guarantees or assurances that our products meet any state, county, federal or
international mandated permit, license, code, standard, certification, or any other mandate other than what is listed or shown
on Stratus Auto Equipment's website. Not all of Stratus Auto Equipment lift models meet the standards as prescribed by
ANSI/ALI ALCTV-(current edition) or ANSI/UL 201. Consult www.autolift.org for a complete list of lift models that meet
ANSI/ALI ALCTV-(current edition) or ANSI/UL 201 or contact [e-mail]
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certification, or any other mandate required related to the installation and/or operation of any Stratus Equipment. Stratus will
not be responsible for any charges, fines, liens, or other levies imposed on the Buyer related to any special or regional
structural, seismic or any other building code and/or codes such as the Uniform Building Code (UBC), International Building
Code (IBC), or any other state, county, federal or international mandated permit, license, code, standard, certification, or
other mandate, law, rule, regulation or directive by any other agency, government, administrations, or corporations whether
state, county, federal, or international mandated.

Unit Information
Be sure to document
the Model Number,
Serial Number, and
Date of Manufacture
from the label on your
unit. This information
is required for part or
warranty issues.

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Contents
Introduction
Symbols
Liability
Safety Instruction
Labels
FAQ
Warranty
Shipping
Returns
Parameters
Features
Components
Electrical
Checklist
Preparation
Installation
Operation
Troubleshooting
ALI
Exploded View
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Introduction
This manual is designed to help customers use Stratus MS series scissor lifts.
These are mid rise, with an open center that provides full under vehicle access.
These lifts can be installed at ground level or flush mounted (in ground).
These lifts come with a capacity of 9000 Lbs.
Stratus does recommend keeping this manual within reach of the lift for anyone
who is to use or service the machine. Frequently asked questions and
Troubleshooting have been included within this manual. If you question and/or
issue which is not answered here, please contact us at 512-640-9896 or email
[email protected]
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Calls attention to information that can help you use your product
better.
Following are the symbols used in this manual:
⚠ DANGER Calls attention to an immediate hazard that will result in injury or
death.
⚠ WARNING Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in
injury or death.
⚠ CAUTION Calls attention to a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in
minor personal injury, product, or property damage.
NOTICE Calls attention to a situation that, if not avoided, could result in
product or property damage.
Tip
Symbols

Stratus Auto Equipment assumes no liability for damages resulting from:
•Use of the product for purposes other than those described in this manual.
•Modifications to the equipment without prior, written permission from Stratus
•Injury or death caused by modifying, disabling, overriding, or removing safety
features.
•Damage to the equipment from external influences.
•Incorrect operation of the equipment.
Liability

Make sure that you have read the User’s Manual completely including relevant
instructions on installation, operation and safety before operating the lift.
This lift is designed for lifting vehicles. Any other use may result in damage of the
lift or injury to personnel.
Only those who have been properly trained should operate the lift. The vehicle
customer or inexperienced persons are prohibited from operating the lift at will.
Keep children and untrained personnel away from the Lift.
Do not overload the lift beyond its rated capacity. To reduce the risk of injury,
never attempt to lift more than the rated capacity. Refer to loading instructions.
The lift is designed to lift the entire body of vehicles with weight within the lifting
capacity.
If lift designed for indoor use only. Outdoor use is prohibited
Do not install lift on any surface other than concrete that is at least 6" thick and
has set for at least 30 days.
Do not move away from controls while lift is in motion.
Keep hands and feet away from any moving parts, Do not put hands at any
dangerous place, such as the space between tool arms.
Do not wear any loose clothing that could be caught in moving parts. Keep hair,
fingers, and all parts of body away from moving parts. Always wear appropriate
safety equipment during operation.
Keep area around lift clean to avoid incidents. Any oil stain or obstacle may pose
a safety risk.
Always ensure the safety latches are operational before any attempt to work
near or under the vehicle. Be sure to perform mechanical locking after the
vehicle is lifted. It is prohibited to work under the vehicle before mechanical
locking is performed.
Ensure regular maintenance is completed. If anything, abnormal occurs, stop
using lift and immediately contact us for help. Do not use the lift if any
abnormality is found.
Do not rock vehicle while on lift or remove heavy components that may cause
weight shift as vehicle could fall.
Safety Instructions

The warning, cautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by
the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built
into this product, but must be supplied by operator.
ALWAYS ensure the mechanical safety locks are engaged. Never remove safety
related components from the lift. Do not use if safety related components are
damaged or missing.
Failure to correctly install, operate, or any improper modifications could result
in injury or death of operators.
WARNING:
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Do not modify any part of the lift without manufacturers advice. Do not make
any modifications to the Lift; this voids the warranty and increases the chances
of injury or property damage.
If lift is not in use, lower to the lowest position and disconnect power. Be sure to
cut off the power supply after the use of lift.
It is prohibited to lift the vehicle when someone is in the vehicle.
When a vehicle is being loaded onto or unloaded from the lift, no person is
allowed to stand in the vehicle passage.
Do not use the Lift while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.
Keep areas well lit.
Keep loads balanced on the Lift Platforms. Clear the area immediately if a
Vehicle is in danger of falling off the Lift. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CATCH!
The rubber pad of the small scissor lift must have contact with the support point
of the vehicle, otherwise the vehicle chassis may be damaged. (It is
recommended to consult the vehicle manufacturer by telephone if the location
of the support point is not clear.)
Make sure there is no obstacle under the vehicle before lowering it
If the lift will be left unused for a long period of time, it is recommended that the
user disconnects power, empty the oil tank, and lubricate any moving parts with
hydraulic oil.
Attention: For environment protection, please dispose the disused oil in a proper way.

Safety Signs
Caution
Never stand, work or be
under the lift while it is
being operated
Caution
Operator should not
stand too close to lift but
in a safe position away
from moving parts
Warning
When the lift is lowered,
no auxiliary stand or
other blocking objects
should be near the lift
Warning
Do not shake or push
vehicle while it is on the lift
Warning
Only trained technicians
are permitted to operate
lift
Caution
Ensure feet and other
body parts are clear of lift
when lifting or lowering
Caution
Never try to lift or lower
only 1 platform
Warning
Do not change, tamper or
interfere with the safety
mechanisms of this lift
Warning
Ensure that the lifting
weight of the vehicle is
balanced on both
platforms to avoid tilting
or sliding
Warning
High voltage in control box,
use extreme caution
All safety warning labels are clearly depicted on the lift to ensure that the operator is
aware of and avoids the dangers of using the lift in an incorrect manner. The labels
must be kept clean and they have to be replaced if detached or damaged. Please
read carefully the meaning of each label and memorize them for future operation.

Labels
A
Keep feet clear of the lift
when lowering
B
Make sure the mechanical safety
has been locked before working
under the car
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CAUTION
Only trained personnel is allowed to use the
lift.
Read the entire manual before operating
Never try to raize the vehicle exceding lift
capacity
Make sure you meet all safety requirements
before you start working under the vehicle
Surrounding of lift will remain clear when
raising or lowering
The manufacturer and distributor will not take
any responsibility if user does not follow the
operation manual that comes with the lift

Measurements

Frequently Asked Questions
What thickness of concrete do you recommend?
We recommend 6-12 inches reinforced concrete that has cured for at
least 28 days.
What is the recommended PSI for the concrete?
We recommend a psi of 3,000
Does the lift come with anchor bolts and how many?
Yes the lift comes with Anchor Bolts. There will be 16 in total
What are the specs of the Anchor Bolts?
The Anchor bolts are 3/4 diameter 6” long anchors bolts
What are the torque specifications?
We recommend 90 foot-pounds, never less than 80 or more than 110
foot-pounds.
What is the recommended breaker for this lift?
We recommend a 30A breaker
Does this lift come with a plug?
The lift does not come with a plug, you will need to get a 220v-250v,
30A plug
How do I hook up the electrical?
Yellow/green is ground, the other 2 are hot
How long does the power cord reach?
The cord is 11 feet
Is there a way to change the speed of the lift?
Yes, with the oil flow valve, you can tighten (clockwise) which will slow
the lift, or loosen (counter clockwise) which will speed up the lift.
How do I lower the lift that is stuck in the air?
Release the safety locks and then release pressure of the hydraulic
system.

Warranty
5 Years Structure - Platform, Safety Lock System
3 Years Hydraulic - Cylinder, Seal Kits, Gear Pump
2 Years Electrical - Motor, AC Contactor, PLC, Solenoid, Limiter Switches,
Power Light, Buttons, Capacitors
1 Year Functional Components - Safety Covers, Hydraulic Hoses, Fittings,
Reservoir, Oil/Water Regulator, Slider Blocks
No Warranty Odds and Ends - Rubber Pads
Shipping
Returns/Cancellations/Refunds
Returns are only accepted within 14 days from the delivery date, buyer pays
return shipping which is non-refundable unless the item sent is incorrect or
faulty.
Merchandise must be unused and packed with the original packages.
Proof of payment must accompany the return.
All returned merchandise are subject to inspection. If you are entitled to a
refund then we will refund the price of your item.
We CHARGE 30% HANDLING & RESTOCKING FEE if you want to return or
cancel the order after we ship out the item. If you choose to cancel your
order before we ship it out, your money will be refunded minus a $250
processing fee.
Refunds are usually processed within 7 working days of receipt. However,
during busy periods this may take longer. We will contact you via email as
soon as we have processed your return. Please make sure that your inbox
can receive emails from [email protected], as this is the email
address that we will use to contact you.
We only offer refunds onto the original payment method used to make the
order.
CHECK SHIPMENT UPON ARRIVAL
Whereas, we do take precautions to make sure your product gets to you in one
piece. There are rare instances where a product may get damaged in transit. You
should thoroughly inspect the shipment to make sure all pieces and parts have
arrived and document on the bill of lading before accepting. If you are missing
any part or damage has occured, contact us so we can help correct the issue.
Please document pictures for records.
Packaging
1 basic unit packed in a large wooden box, including all accessories, with base.
1 power unit packed in a small wooden box with base.

Model
MS9000XT
Rated Lifting Capacity
9,000 lbs
Driving Mode
Electro Hydraulic Drive
Lifting Height
47 1/4" (1200 mm)
Overall Length
85 1/4" (2182 mm)
Overall Width
77 3/16" (1930 mm)
Platform Length
62 5/8" (1590 mm)
Platform Width
20 1/2" (520 mm)
Motor Parameters
220V / 110V, 202 KW
Hydraulic Oil
46 # / 68 #
Equipment Weight
1,631 LBS (740KG)
Parameters
Features
Moveable Ramp which can be used as extension board
Monolithic base-plate without splice
Stable and reliable control system
Aluminum alloy motor with low noise and fast heat dissipation
Installation
Only skilled technicians, appointed by the manufacturer or authorized
dealers are to be allowed to carry our installation. Serious damage to
people and to the lift can be caused if installations are made by unskilled
personnel
Always refer to the exploded views attached during installation

Rotary Hammer Drill D.20
Carpenter’s Chalk
Hammer
Screw Sets
Level Bar
Tape Measure (7.5m)
English Spanner (12")
Lock Wrench
Wrench set
(10#, 13#, 14#, 15#, 17#,
19#, 24#, 27#, 30#)
Pliers
Ratchet Spanner With
Socket (28#)
Socket Head Wrench
(3#, 5#, 8#)
Tools Required
Notice
The lift has been designed to be used in a covered and sheltered place, free of
overhead obstructions. The place of installation must not be next to washing areas,
painting workbenches, solvent or varnish deposits. The installation near to rooms,
where a dangerous situation of explosion can occur, is strictly forbidden. The
relevant standards of the local Health and Safety at Work regulations, for instance,
with respect to minimum distance to wall or other equipment, escapes and the like,
must be observed. All areas next to the lift must be well and uniformly lit.
Floor Requirements
The lift should be fixed on a smooth and solid concrete ground with its strength
more than 3000psi, tolerance of flatness less than 5mm and minimum thickness
of 6 inches (153 mm). New concrete must be adequately cured by at least 28
days minimum.
Specifications of concrete must be adhered to. Failure to do so could cause lift
failure resulting in personal injury or death.
A level floor is suggested for proper installation. Small differences in floor slope
may be compensated for by proper shimming. Any major slope change will affect
the level lifting performance. If a floor is of questionable slope considering to
pour the new concrete slab.

Now locate the lift according to the floor plan (Figure 3), use a carpenters chalk
line to layout a grid for the column locations.
After the column locations are properly marked, use a chalk or crayon to make an
outline of the columns on the floor at each location using the column base plate
as a template.
Double check all dimensions and make sure that the bases of each column are
square and aligned with the chalk line.
Site Layout
Precautions for installation
Joints of oil hose must be
firmly connected in order to
avoid leakage.
All bolts should be firmly
screwed up.
Do not place any vehicle on
the lift in the case of trial
running.

Remove the packaging and take the mechanical and hydraulic assembly
to the designated installing place.
Connect the oil hose to the pump assembly with a proper wrench. (Make
sure the hose end is clean).
Connect the wires of limit switch to the wiring terminals in the control
box. Make sure to connect NO.1 wire with NO.1 terminal, NO.2 wire with
NO.2 terminal and so forth.
Link the air hose to compressed air source. (This step is only for the type
with pneumatic safety lock)
Fix the base frame. (Optional)
This MSL is portable. In other words, users may use it without having
it placed and fixed on the ground. Nevertheless, if you want to have
it fixed, fix it on a smooth and solid concrete surface.
Trial testing with load. (Do not use cars for trial testing). Load applied
shall not exceed 9,000 LBS / 2,500KG.
This step is of particular importance for it can check if the oil hose
and air hose are well connected. Connections are qualified when
there is no abnormal sound or leakage after having been tested for 2
or 3 times.
Please do read and understand this manual thoroughly before
completing
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S/N Check Items
Yes
No
Are both platforms on the same level?
Are Oil Hoses well connected?
Are Electrical Connection correct?
Do Valves on the pump assembly leak?
Equipment Installation
Check After Installation

Precautions
Control Box
Check all the joints of oil hose. Only when there is no leakage, the lift can start
work.
Do NOT Operate lift is safety device malfunctions
The machine shall not lift or lower an automobile if its center of gravity is not
positioned midway of the rising platforms Otherwise, the manufacturer as well as
our dealers will not bear any responsibility for any consequence resulted
thereby.
Operators and other personnel concerned should stand in a safety area during
lifting and lowering process.
When platforms rise to the desired height, switch off the power at once to
prevent any wrong operation done by unauthorized people.
Make sure the safety lock of the lift is engaged before start working under the
vehicle and no people under the vehicle during lifting and lowering process.

Switch on (press the “emergency stop button” until the power indicator is on).
Press the DOWN button to lower the lift. (For the model with pneumatic safety
lock, firstly platforms of the lift will rise about 5cm which is to release the safety
lock; for the model without pneumatic safety lock, platforms will go down
directly.)
Drive away the vehicle.
Lower the lift
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Start
The lift is raised
Press the UP button
Turn on the power switch
Motor drives the gear pump work
Operation
Make sure that you have read and understood the operation manual before
operation.
Drive and park the vehicle midway between two platforms.
Place the four rubber pads under the prop-points of the vehicle and ensure car’s
gravity has been placed on the rubber pads.
Press the UP button on the control box until rubber pads have touched the
prop-points of vehicle.
Keep on pressing the UP button to lift the vehicle a bit higher from the ground
and check again if the vehicle is in a safe position.
Having raised the vehicle to the required height, press the “Emergency stop”
button before performing maintenance or repair work.
Raise the lift
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6.
Cylinder piston drives the
platform move up
Start
Press the DOWN button
Turn on the power switch
The lift is lowered

Emergency Lowing In Case of No Power
Safety Lock Not Engaged:
Tie up the safety teeth on both sides with rope; pull upward the rope making
the safety teeth unlocked.
Having the safety teeth unlocked, manually loose the core of electro-
magnetic valve on the pump assembly.
Safety Lock Engaged:
Screw off the fitting (opposite to the oil out-let) to connect a hand pump.
(Optional)
Connect the hydraulic assembly with the optional hand pump. Press down
the handle of the pump to raise the platforms to have the safety teeth
unlocked.
Tie up the safety teeth with rope and pull up the safety teeth.
Use a wrench to loose the core of the electro-magnetic valve to lower the
platforms.

Motor does
not run and
will not
raise
The wire connection is loose.
The Motor is burnt
The limit switch is damaged or
the wire connection is loose.
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Check and make a
good connection
Replace it
Connect it or replace
the limit switch
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3.
Motor runs
but will not
raise
The motor run reversely
Overflow valve is loose or
jammed
The gear pump is damaged
Oil level is too low
The oil hose became loose
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5.
Check the wire
connection
Clean or adjust it
Replace it
Add Oil
Tighten it
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5.
Platforms
go down
slowly after
being raised
The oil hose leaks
The oil cylinder is not
tightened
The single valve leaks
The overflow valve leaks
Electrical unloading valve
leaks
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Check or replace it
Replace the seal
Clean or replace it
Clean or replace it
Clean or replace it
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2.
3.
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5.
Raising too
slow
The oil filter is jammed
Oil level is too low
The overflow valve is not
adjusted to the right
The hydraulic oil is too hot
The seal of the cylinder is
abraded
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2.
3.
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5.
Clean or Replace
Add Oil
Adjust it
Change the Oil
Replace the seal
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2.
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4.
5.
Lowering
too slow
The throttle valve jammed
The hydraulic oil is dirty
The Anti-Surge valve jammed
The oil hose jammed
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2.
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4.
Clean or Replace
Change the Oil
Clean it
Replace it
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4.
ATTENTION: If the trouble cannot be fixed by yourself, please do not hesitate to
contact us for help. We will offer our service at the earliest time we can. By the way,
troubles can be judged and solved much faster if more details or pictures are be
provided.
Troubleshooting