Tuxedo FP12K-K Parts list manual

FP12K-K
Flat Deck Four-Post Lift
12,000 lb Capacity
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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12,000 LB.
FOUR POST
CABLE LIFT
Cable driven four post lift provides 12,000 lb. lifting capacity.
No power beam; Cylinder stowed under single piece diamond
plate track. Simple, lever release system and redundant
safety locks.
Features:
✦12,000 lb. lifting capacity
✦Cable driven
✦19” runways
✦Powder coated paint finish
✦Non-skid diamond
plate runways
SPECIFICATIONS:FP12K-K
Lifting capacity 12,000 lbs.
Total width (to outside base plates) 123”
Width between posts 105”
Width between tracks 36 1⁄2”
Ramp length 36”
Track length (without ramp) 191 1⁄2”
Track outside width 78”
Track width 19”
Base plate dimensions 11” x 11”
Overall length (to outside base plates) 195”
Lifting height to top of track 67 1⁄2”
Maximum clearance under track 63 1⁄4”
Overall height 87”
Length between posts 177”
FP12K-K
12,000 lb. capacity
Four post cable lift

1905 N Main St Suite C, Cleburne, TX 76033
Ph 817-558-9337 Fax [phone]
TUXEDO DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED WARRANTY
Structural Warranty:
The following parts and structural components carry a five year warranty:
Columns Top Rail Beam Uprights Arms Swivel Pins
Legs Carriages Tracks Overhead Beam Cross Rails
Limited One-Year Warranty:
Tuxedo Distributors, LLC (“Tuxedo”) offers a limited one-year warranty to the original purchaser of
Tuxedo lifts and Wheel Service in the United States and Canada. Tuxedo will replace, without charge, any
part found defective in materials or workmanship under normal use, for a period of one year after purchase.
The purchaser is responsible for all shipping charges. This warranty does not apply to equipment that has
been improperly installed or altered or that has not been operated or maintained according to specifications.
Other Limitations:
This warranty does not cover:
1. Parts needed for normal maintenance
2. Wear parts, including but not limited to cables, slider blocks, chains, rubber pads and pulleys
3. Replacement of lift and tire changer cylinders after the first 30 days. A seal kit and installation
instructions will be sent for repairs thereafter.
4. On-site labor
Upon receipt, the customer must visually inspect the equipment for any potential freight damage before
signing clear on the shipping receipt. Freight damage is not considered a warranty issue and therefore must
be noted for any potential recovery with the shipping company.
The customer is required to notify Tuxedo of any missing parts within 72 hours. Timely notification must
be received to be covered under warranty.
Tuxedo will replace any defective part under warranty at no charge as soon as such parts become available
from the manufacturer. No guarantee is given as to the immediate availability of replacement parts.
Tuxedo reserves the right to make improvements and/or design changes to its lifts without any obligation
to previously sold, assembled or fabricated equipment.
There is no other express warranty on the Tuxedo lifts and this warranty is exclusive of and in lieu of all
other warranties, expressed or implied, including all warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose.
To the fullest extent allowed by law, Tuxedo shall not be liable for loss of use, cost of cover, lost profits,
inconvenience, lost time, commercial loss or other incidental or consequential damages.
This Limited Warranty is granted to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or
assignable.
Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of consequential damages or how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which may vary from state to state.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Note--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 3
Definition---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
Preparation and General Information---------------------------------------------------Page 5
Important Concrete and Anchoring Information--------------------------------------Page 6
Installation and Basic Operation Instruction------------------------------------------Page 7
Safety Procedures--------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 11
Maintenance Schedule--------------------------------------------------------------------Page 12
Troubleshooting-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 14
Owners Responsibilities------------------------------------------------------------------Page 15
Packing list ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 16
Installation specification (Fig 2)---------------------------------------------------------Page 17
Prepare area (Fig 3)-----------------------------------------------------------------------Page 18
Cable wiring (Fig 20)----------------------------------------------------------------------Page 19
Parts code (Fig 21 )------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 20
IMPORTANT NOTES
●Do not install this lift on any surface other than concrete confirming to minimum specifications.
●Do not install this lift over expansion joints or cracks. Check with building architect.
●Do not install this lift on a second floor with a basement beneath without written authorization from
building architect.
●Do not install this lift outdoors unless special consideration has been made to protect the power
unit from inclemency weather conditions.
●A good level floor is recommended for proper installation and operation. Concrete should be a
minimum of 4” thickness and 3,000 psi tensile strength with steel or fiber mesh reinforcement.
●The lift is intended to raise the entire body of the vehicle. Do not attempt to lift only part of the
vehicle. Improper use of this equipment could result in damage to the lift, yourself or other property.
●The lift is intended to lift vehicles only. It is not designed to lift any person or equipment
containing people.
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PREPARATION
The installation of this lift is relatively simple and can be accomplished by 2 men in a few hours. The
following tools and equipment are needed:
AW 32,46 Non-Detergent Non-Foaming Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil SAE-10 (12 quarts)
Chalk line and 12’ Tape Measure, Transit and a 4’ Level
Rotary Hammer Drill with 3/4” Masonry Drill Bit. Core Drill Rebar Cutter, Hammer and
Hex-Key / Allen Wrench Set
Sockets and Open Wrench set, 1/2” thru 1-1/2”(1-1/8” for 5/8” Anchors)
Medium Crescent Wrench and Medium Pipe Wrench
Crow Bar for Shim Installation, Medium Flat Screwdriver and Cross Screwdriver.
Vise Grips and Needle Nose Pliers
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Carefully remove the crating and packing materials. CAUTION! Be careful when
cutting steel banding material as items may become loose and fall causing personal
harm or injury.
2. Identify the components and check for damage or shortages. If damage or shortages
are discovered, contact distributor immediately. Save the shipping bolts for use in the
installation.
Packing:
*The lift is packed into one heavy rack and one carton box on it.
*Every rack has two runways, four columns with covers, two cross bars, two ramps, two
front stops, one long lock linkage rod, and a accessory box.
3. Lift location - check with building owner and / or architect’s building plans when applicable. The lift
should be located on a relatively level floor with concrete sufficiently cured.
Suggestion:
(1) The floor be flat and without gradients (maximum of 10mm tolerance between the two base
plate of the columns)
(2) There are no cracks within 38” and no seams within 6” of the base plate.
(3) The concrete is recommended with following dimension: 157.5”L * 39.5”W * 7.75”H.
Remember any structure is only as strong as the foundation on which it is located.
4. Check for ceiling clearance.
Suggestion:
At least 5” left between the top of a car on the lift and the ceiling.
Check for clearance in the front and rear of vehicle when on lift - will the garage door open
and close properly.
Suggestion:
At least 24” space left between the edge of the column and the wall.
At least 144” space left between the central line of the columns and the wall.
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5. Double check all dimensions and make sure that the layout is perfectly square.
6. Before continuing with the installation it is helpful to stand the posts up at their respective locations
and get a visual of the shop, aisles and other clearances. Also, this is a good time to drive a vehicle
into position and check for adequate clearance.
7.
NOTE
All models MUST be installed on 3000PSI concrete only confirming to the minimum requirements. New
concrete must be adequately cured by at least 28 days minimum.
STEP 4: (Installing the Columns with cross bars)
1. Before proceeding, double check measurements and make certain that the bases of each column
are square and aligned with the chalk line.
2. Locate the columns at their respective locations according to the chalk line layout. (See Fig.3) Pay
attention to the power-side column. DO NOT BOLT columns at this moment. Use caution to
prevent columns from falling over.
3. Unbolt the safety rack at the bottom inside the column.( See Fig. 4)
Fig.4 Fig.5 Fig.6
4. Insert the end of cross bar into every column. ( See Fig. 5) To be sure that the end with lock
release handle of front cross bar is inside the power-side column. Handle faces out (front). The
rear cross bar should be placed as a mirror image of the power-side one. ( The side with a tiny bar
link two ends face back)
5. Insert the safety rack into the cross bar end as shown in Fig. 6.
6. Hold down the safety rack then raise up the cross bar ends to rest on the first (lowest) position.
( See Fig. 7)
7. Tighten up the bolt of every safety rack at the bottom. (See Fig. 8)
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