Tuxedo TP12KFX User manual

TP12KFX, TP15KCX
12KX Two Post Lift, Symmetric Floor Plate
15KX Two Post Lift, Symmetric Clear Floor
3/07/17 TP12- TP15 Rev 1
Standard Features:
• High Quality Lifts
• Chain Drive
• Dual Point Lock Release
• Powder coat finish
New!! TP12KFX & TP15KCX ‘X’ Features:
• Low Profile ‘Drop-in• Low Profile ‘Drop-in’ Swivel Pads w/ 2” adjustable height
• Padded ‘Shut Off’ Bar w/Kill Switch
• 4ea Stackable 3” & 5” ‘drop-in’ Height Adapters
• Reduced overall Width w/ front-side mounted Power Unit
• Internal Hose Routing w/ integrated Hose Guards
• Rubber Door Guards
Introducing the New TP12K & TP15K ‘X’ HD Series Two Post Lifts!! The new TP12KFX &
TP15KCX Two Post Floor Plate & Clear Floor Lifts have been redesigned and now come
standard with Low profile Drop-In Adjustable Swivel Pads with Height Adapters, Internal
Hose Routing, Padded Overhead Shut-Off Bar with Kill Switch, reduced overall Width, &
Rubber Door Guards, making these models some of the best heavy duty Two Post Lift
values in the industry!

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New!! TP12 & TP15 “X” Series updated Design & Features
1. Extended Overall Height
2. Padded ‘Shut-Off’ Bar w/ Kill Switch
3. Low Profile ‘drop-in’ Swivel Pads w/
2” adjustable height
4. 4ea Stackable 3” & 5” ‘drop-in’
Height Adapters
5.5. Reduced overall Width w/ front-side
Power Unit mounting
6. Internal Hose Routing w/ integrated
Hose Guards
7. Rubber Door Guards
TP12KFX, TP15KCX
12KX Two Post Lift, Symmetric Floor Plate
15KX Two Post Lift, Symmetric Clear Floor
TP12KFX/15KCX-SPNCA
Spin Up Cradle Apatper (Set of 4)
Optional Accessory:
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Feb. 2017
TP15KC-KX
Two-Post Clear Floor Lift
(Symmetric)
15,000 lbs. Capacity
(3,750 lbs. Max per Arm)
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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IMPORTANT NOTES
READ THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE LIFT.
•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
inclement weather conditions.
•A level floor is recommended for proper installation and operation. Concrete should be a minimum of
4-1/4” thickness and 3,000 psi tensile strength with steal 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
persons.
•Users of this equipment should be qualified, responsible and should follow the operation and safety
guidelines set forth in this manual.
•For specifications on concrete pads, please call for technical assistance.
•Improper installation can cause damage or injury. The Manufacturer will NOT assume liability for loss or
damage of any kind, expressed or implied, resulting from improper installation to use of this product.
DEFINITION
Surface Mounted, Two-Post, Clear-Floor Lift with Overhead Beam, Hydraulic ‘chain-over’ Drive,
15,000 lbs. Capacity.
The name / model numbers are designated below:
Model number TP15KCX -Symmetric Swing Arms configuration
BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Model Description
(Clear Floor)
Capacity Lifting Time
Overall
Height Overall Width Lifting height Between Posts
TP15KCX Symmetric 15,000 lbs. 50 Sec 179-3/8” 148-3/8” 76-1/2” 120-3/4”

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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:
•12 quarts of Non-Detergent / Non-Foaming Hydraulic Oil - SAE-10, AW 32 or equivalent
•Chalk line and 12’ Tape Measure
•4ft. Level
•Rotary Hammer Drill with 3/4” Masonry Drill Bit. (Core Drill Rebar Cutter also recommended)
•Hammer and Hex Key ‘Allen’ Wrench Set
•Metric Sockets and Open Wrench set - 13mm-30mm
•Medium Crescent Wrench and Medium Pipe Wrench
•Crow Bar for Shim Installation and Medium Flat Screwdriver
•Vise Grips, Needle Nose and Snap Ring 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.
Please contact your distributor immediately, if any damages or shortages are discovered.
Packing:
•The lift assembly is packaged into two columns as one piece.
•Every column comes with its cylinder, carriage, cables & chains, lifting arms, swivel pads, height
extensions, hoses and overhead beam with the hardware box located in one of the columns.
•The electric-hydraulic motor pump is packaged separately and banded to top of lift package.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: (Selecting Site) Before installing your new lift, check the following:
1. LIFT LOCATION: Always use architects plans when available. Check layout dimension against floor
plan requirements making sure that adequate space is available (Fig. 2 & Fig. 3).
Fig. 2
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Fig. 3
(Column / Floor Layout)
1 OVERHEAD OBSTRUCTIONS: The area where the lift located should be free of overhead
obstructions such as heaters, building supports, electrical lines etc. (Figs 2 & 3.)
2 DEFECTIVE CONCRETE: Visually inspect the site where the lifts will be installed and check for
cracked or defective concrete.
3 FLOOR REQUIREMENTS: The lift should be installed on a 3000 PSI concrete with minimum of
4-1/4” thickness. The Floor should be level with-in gradients of ≦1/4” within area of the two columns
= 148” x 35”).
(See Details for Foundation Anchoring Requirements & Anchoring Tips on Page 4)

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STEP 2: (Unloading & Unpacking)
1. After unloading the lift, place it near the intended installation location.
2. Remove the shipping bands and packing materials from the unit.
3. Remove the packing brackets and bolts holding the two columns together. (Do not discard bolts, they may
be used in the assembling of the lift )
4. Take out the overhead beam, uprights, lifting arms, swivel pads, height extensions, hardware box, hoses,
covers, etc., from the column. Check the quantity of each item with the parts list. If any missing, please
contact with your dealer at once.
STEP 3: (Site Layout)
1. Determine which side will be the approach side.
2. Now determine which side you prefer the power unit to be located on.
The MAIN column has the power-unit mounting bracket attached to the
side, as shown in (Fig. 4).
Note: the power unit column can be located on either side. It is helpful
to try and locate the power side on the driver side of the vehicle when
loaded on the lift, in order to save steps during operation.
Fig. 4
3. Once a location is determined, use a carpenter’s chalk line to layout a grid for the post locations.
4. After the post locations are marked, use a chalk or crayon to make an outline of the posts on the floor at
each location using the post base plates as a template.
5. Double check all dimensions and make sure that the layout is perfectly square.
STEP 4: (Installing MAIN COLUMN w/ Power Unit Bracket)
1. Before proceeding, double check measurements and make certain that the bases of each column are
square and aligned with the chalk line.
2. Assemble the uprights to the columns (Fig 5.). Raise the column assembly to a vertical position (Fig. 6).
Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7

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3. Using the base plate on the MAIN column as a guide, drill each anchor hole in the concrete approximately
51/2” deep using a rotary hammer drill and 3/4” concrete drill-bit. To assure full holding power, do not ream
the hole or allow the drill to wobble. (See Anchoring Details on Page 4)
4. After drilling, remove dust thoroughly from each hole using compressed air and/or wire brush. Make
certain that the column remains aligned with the chalk line during this process.
5. Assemble the washers and nuts on the anchors then tap into each hole with a block of wood or rubber
hammer until the washer rests against the base plate. Be sure that if shimming is required that enough
threads are left exposed.
6. Using a level, check column plumb for every side (Fig. 7). If shimming is required, use supplied shim
stock or 3/4” washers, placing shims as close as possible to the hole locations. This will prevent bending
column bases.
7. With the shims and anchor bolts in place, tighten by securing the nut to the base then turning 2-3 full turns
clockwise. Ensure anchor bolts are tightened to a minimum of 130 ft-lbs. of torque. DO NOT use an
impact wrench for this procedure.
STEP 5: (Installing OFFSIDE COLUMN & OVERHEAD BEAM ASSEMBLY)
NOTE: Install Overhead Beam assembly to top of columns BEFORE drilling anchors for Offside
column. This is to ensure that the Offside column can be properly positioned to be plumb and level.
1. Raise OFFSIDE column and position at the designated chalk locations, ensuring the upright is
pre-installed to the top of the OFFSIDE column.
2. Assemble and mount the Overhead ‘padded’ Shut-Off Bar & Limit Switch assembly to the Overhead
Beam, as shown below in (Fig 8).
NOTE: Ensure to position the Limit Switch Box assembly on the same side as the Power Unit.
Fig. 8

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3. Using a lifting device, raise the Overhead Beam assembly and
connect to uprights at each end, using the bolts, nuts and washers,
as shown in (Fig. 9).
4. Use a tape measure to measure the diagonal distance between the
opposite corners of the base plates on the columns. Equal values
will ensure the lifting arms will be in square.
5. Secure OFFSIDE column to the floor following the same
procedures as outlined in STEP 4.
Fig. 9
STEP 6: (Installing POWER UNIT)
1. Attach the power unit to the mount bracket on the side of the Main
Column using bolts, nuts and washers supplied (Fig. 10).
2. Remove the vent plug from the power unit and fill the reservoir with
hydraulic oil. Make sure the funnel used to fill the power unit is
clean.
Suggestion: Use AW 32, or 46 Non-Detergent Non-Foaming Anti-Wear
Hydraulic Oil SAE-10 (Texaco HD46 or equal). The unit will
holds approximately ten quarts of fluid.
Fig. 10
STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES)
1. Raise and lock each carriage on the first safety latch engagement, approximately 30” high.
2. Make sure that the safety locks on each column are fully engaged before attempting to route equalizer
cables.
3. Be sure each carriage is at the same height by measuring from the top of the base to the bottom of the
carriage. This difference should be within 1/4”.
4. Route the first cable. (See Figs 11-14) Screw the nut on the cable stud so that half thread pass through
the nut. Pull the other end of the cable and screw the nut on it also. Then tighten both nuts.
Fig. 11 Fig. 12 Fig. 13
(See Fig. 14 next page, for Cable Routing Diagram)

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STEP 7: (Installing / Routing EQUALIZER CABLES) Cont.
Cable Routing Diagram
Fig. 14
5. Repeat above for the second cable.
6. Adjust each equalizer cable to approximately 1/2” side-to-side play. Ensure that each cable has equal
tension. Check the carriage height to ensure both carriages are sitting on the same latch.

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STEP 8: (Installing / Routing HYDRAULIC HOSES, HYDRULIC FITTINGS & HOSE COVERS)
1. Install & connect hydraulic hoses, fittings and hose covers, as shown below in (Figs. 15-17) along with
the Exploded View #2 diagram on page 22.
NOTE: It is necessary to have hoses routed through Hose Covers (Fig. 17), along with ensuring the
hydraulic T-Fitting’s threads are fully tightened against the outside of Main column, as shown in (Figs.
15 & 16).
Fig. 15 Fig. 16 Fig. 17
CAUTION! When routing the hydraulic hoses, make sure hoses & fittings are clear of any moving parts
STEP 9: (Installing Swing Arms & Arm Restraints)
1. Install the Swing Arms on the carriages using the included swing arm pins to carriages, as shown below

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STEP 9: (Installing Swing Arms & Arm Restraints) Cont.
1 Install arm restraint mechanisms to each swing arm, as shown below in (Fig. 18).
2 Check for proper engagement for the arm restraints as the gear rack should fully engage the gear on the
arm.
Fig. 18

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STEP 10: (Electrical Connection to POWER UNIT & OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH)
1. Have a certified electrician make the electrical connection to the power unit. Use separate circuit for
each power unit, as shown below in (Fig. 19).
Fig. 19
IMPORTANT! The wiring must comply with local code. Protect each circuit with time delay fuse or
circuit breaker. For 208V-230V single phase, use 20 amp fuse.
WARNING!! Never operate the motor in line voltage less than 208VAC as motor damage may occur.
2. Have a certified electrician make the electrical connection for the K2 overhead limit switch to power
unit’s switch box, as shown in (Fig. 20).
Fig. 20
3. Route limit switch cable thru crossbeam & Main column, as shown below in (Figs. 21-23).
Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Fig. 23

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STEP 11: (Checking Operation) See next page for detailed Operation Instructions:
1 Do not place any vehicle on the lift at this time. Cycle
the lift up and down several times to ensure carriage
latches click together and all air is removed from the
hydraulic system.
2 To lower the lift, both carriage’s safety latch releases
must be manually pulled down to be released to lower
lift (Fig.24). The latches will automatically reset once
the lift ascends approximately 17” from base.
3 If latches click out of sync, tighten the equalization
cable on the one that clicks first.
Fig. 24
THE LIFT IS NOW READY FOR USE.

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IMPORTANT!
Read Safety & Operating Information on following pages before using lift.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
RAISE LIFT
1. Read operating and safety manuals before using lift.
2. Always lift a vehicle according to the manufacturers recommended lifting points
3. Position vehicle between columns, as equally as possible.
4. Adjust swing arms so that the vehicle is positioned with the center of gravity midway between pads.
5. Use truck adapters as needed. Never exceed 9” of pad height.
6. Raise the lift by pressing button on power unit until support pads contact the underside of the vehicle and
re-check to make sure vehicle is secure.
7. Raise vehicle to desired working height. The latch mechanism will ‘trip over’ when the lift raises and drop
into each latch stop.
8. Press lowering ‘release’ lever on Power Unit to lower lift onto latches, to lock the lift in the proper safety
position.
Note: Always lock the lift before going under the vehicle. Never allow anyone to go under the lift when
raising or lowering. Read the safety procedures in the manual.
LOWER LIFT
1 Ensure tools, trays, stands and/or personal are removed from under vehicle.
2 Slightly raise lift until the safety latches clear latches.
3 Pull latch release cables on both sides.
WARNING: ALWAYS RELEASE BOTH SAFETY LATCHES ON EACH SIDE
4 Press the release lever on the power unit to lower the lift.
5 Before removing vehicle from lift area, position lift arms and supports to provide an unobstructed exit.
WARNING: NEVER DRIVE OVER LIFT’S ARMS.
Note: It is normal for an empty lift to lower slowly, it may be necessary to add weight.

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SAFETY PROCEDURES
•Never allow unauthorized persons to operate lift. Thoroughly train new employees in the operation and
care of lift.
•Caution: the power unit operates at high pressure.
•Remove passengers before raising vehicle.
•Prohibit unauthorized persons from being in shop area while lift is in use.
•Total lift capacity is 12,000 lbs. with 3,000 lbs. per arm pad. Never exceed the capacity.
•When approaching the lift with a vehicle, center the vehicle between the columns so that the tires will
clear the swing arms easily. Slowly drive the vehicle up between the posts. Have someone outside the
vehicle guide the driver.
•Always lift vehicle using all four arms. Never use lift to raise one end or one side of vehicle.
•Prior to lifting vehicle, walk around the lift and check for any objects that might interfere with the
operation of lift and safety latches; tools, air hoses, shop equipment.
•Raise vehicles about 3” and check stability by rocking.
•Prior to lowering vehicle, walk around the lift and check for any objects that might interfere with the
operation of lift and safety latches; tools, air hoses, shop equipment. Swing the arms out of the path
and slowly drive the vehicle out. Have someone outside the vehicle guide the driver.
ALWAYS LOCK THE LIFT BEFORE GOING UNDER THE VEHICLE.NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO
GO UNDER THE LIFT WHEN RAISING OR LOWERING.
OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES
•Shall establish procedures to periodically maintain, inspect and care for the lift in accordance with the
manufactures recommended procedures to ensure its’ continued safe operations.
•Shall provide necessary lockout of energy sources per ANSIZ244.1 –1982 before beginning any lift repairs.
•Shall not modify the lift in any manner without prior written consent of the manufacture.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The following periodic maintenance is the suggested minimum requirements and minimum intervals; accumulated
hours or monthly period, whichever comes sooner. If you hear a noise or see any indication of impending failure
cease operation immediately – inspect, correct and / or replace parts as required.

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WARNING OSHA AND ANSI REQUIRE USERS TO INSPECT LIFTING EQUIPMENT AT THE
START OF EVERY SHIFT. THESE AND OTHER PERIODIC INSPECTIONS ARE THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER.
DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECK (8 HOURS)
The user should perform daily check. Daily check of the safety latch system is very important the discovery of
device failure before needed could save you from expensive property damage, lost production time, serious
personal injury and even death.
•Check safety lock audibly and visually while in operation
•Check safety latches for free movement and full engagement with rack.
•Check hydraulic connections, and hoses for leakage.
•Check cables connections-bends, cracks-and looseness
•Check for frayed cables in both raised and lowered position.
•Check snap rings at all rollers and sheaves.
•Check anchors, bolts, nut, and screws and tighten them.
•Check wiring & switches for damage.
•Keep base plate free of dirt, grease or any other corrosive substances.
•Check floor for stress cracks near anchor bolts.
•Check swing arm restraints.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE (40 HOURS)
•Check anchor bolts torque to 130 ft-lbs. for the ¾” anchor bolts. Do not use impact wrench.
•Check floor for stress cracks near anchor bolts.
•Check hydraulic oil level.
•Check and tighten bolts and nuts, and screws.
•Check cylinder for free movement.
•Check cable pulley for free movement and excessive ware.
YEARLY MAINTENANCE
•Grease rub blocks and column surface contacting rub blocks
•Change the hydraulic fluid. Good maintenance procedure makes it mandatory to keep hydraulic fluid
clean. No hard fast rules can be established;-operating temperature, type of service, contamination
levels, filtration, and chemical composition of fluid should be considered. If operating in dusty
environment shorter interval may be required.

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Only a trained maintenance experts should perform the following items.
•Replace hydraulic hoses
•Replace chains and rollers.
•Replace cables and sheaves.
•Replace or rebuild air and hydraulic cylinders as required.
•Replace or rebuild pumps / motors as required.
•Check hydraulic and air cylinder rod and rod end (threads) for deformation or damage.
•Check cylinder mount for looseness and damage.
Relocating or changing components may cause problems. Each component in the system
must be compatible; an undersized or restricted line will cause a drop in pressure. All valve,
pump, and hose connections should be sealed and / or capped until just prior to use. Air hoses
can be used to clean fittings and other components. However, the air supply must be filtered
and dry to prevent contamination. Contamination is the most frequent cause of malfunction or
hydraulic equipment.