CL12A-Series Two Post Surface Mounted Lift User Guide

CL12A-Series Two Post Surface Mounted Lift

Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Two Post Surface Mounted Lift
MODEL CL12A
12,000 LBS. CAPACITY 3000 LBS. PER ARM
2311 South Park Rd, Louisville, Kentucky 40219 Email:sales@challengerlifts.com Web site:www.challengerlifts.com
Office 800-648-5438 / 502-625-0700 Fax 502-587-1933
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
INSTALLING or OPERATING LIFT
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ­ STANDARD AND QUICK CYCLE (CL12A-HT AND CL12A-HT-QC)

See Figure 1

CL12A-LC CL12A

(-6″)

(MAX)

CL12A-1

(-6″)

(MAX)

CL12A-2

(-6″)

(MAX)

A Column Height

143″

158″ 164″ 170″ 176″ 182″ 188″

[11′-11″] [13′- 2″] [13′-8″] [14′-2″] [14′- 8″] [15′-2″] [15′- 8″]

Ceiling Height Required

144″ [12′] 159″ 165″ 171″ 177″ 183″ 189″

B Floor to Overhead Switch

136 ½” 152″ 158″ 164″ 170″ 176″ 182″

C Rise Height (Screw Pads Highest Position)

74 ¾”

78 ¾”

Cylinder Stroke

68″

72″

D Screw Pad Height

5″ to 6 5/8″

Stack Adapter Height

3″ & 6″

E Overall Width

(3 OPTIONS AT INSTALL)

(-12″) 142″

(-6″) 148″

(MAX) 154″

F Inside of Columns

(-12″) 114 ½”

(-6″) 120 ½”

(MAX) 126 ½”

G To Nearest Obstruction

(-12″) 7′-0″

(-6″) 7′-3″

(MAX) 7′-6″

Drive Thru Clearance

(-12″) 103 ½”

(-6″) 109 ½”

((MAX) 115 ½”

• Lifting Capacity*
  (Hydraulic Pressure at Cap.)

12,000 lbs. (3000 lbs. Per Arm)
(3200 psi)

** Rise Time (approx..)

60 Sec.

63 Sec.

Motor

2HP, Single Phase, 60Hz, 208/230 Optional ­ 2HP, Three Phase, 50/60Hz, for 208 or 230 or 460

• 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.

G

Fig. 1a – General Specifications

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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
WARNING 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.
A qualified person should be consulted to address seismic loads and other local or state requirements.
Failure by purchaser to
WARNING 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, it is necessary to have a dedicated circuit with circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Refer to wiring diagram for circuit sizing.
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. 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
WARNING vehicle on the lift until the lift
has been correctly installed and adjusted as described in this manual.

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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 Challenger 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 Challenger Lifts promptly. Support your claim with copies of the bill of lading, freight bill, and photographs, if available.

Component Packing List

PART #
12809-P 12809-I CL12A-HW-A 12503-3S 12820-143 12820-164 12820-176 12820-188 12815 A2066 B2064-01 12803- 12804- B2206-6 B2206-3 B2209 AB-9858 AB-11530 AD-9858 CL12A-LP-A

QTY /
LIFT
1 1 1 1
2
1 1 1 1 1 2 4 2
1
1

DESCRIPTION
POWER COLUMN ASSEMBLY IDLER COLUMN ASSEMBLY HARDWARE BOX 3-STAGE ARM PACK COLUMN EXT. ASSY CL12A-LC COLUMN EXT. ASSY CL12A-0 COLUMN EXT. ASSY CL12A-1 COLUMN EXT. ASSY CL12A-2 OVERHEAD BEAM OVERHEAD SHUTOFF BAR ASSY OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH SYNC. CABLE PACK LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASS’Y ADAPTER EXTENSION (6″) ADAPTER EXTENSION (3″) ADAPTER RACK STANDARD 1 PH POWER UNIT QC 1 PH POWER UNIT 3 PH POWER UNIT LITERATURE PACK

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. Standard open end wrenches 7/16″, 1/2″, (2) 9/16″, (2) 11/16″, 3/4″
f. 5/16″ allen wrench g. Needle nose pliers h. Hammer drill with 3/4″ dia. carbide tipped bits i. 2 lb hammer j. Torque wrench: 150 ft.-lbs. min. w/ 1-1/8″ socket k. 12 ft. stepladder l. Anti-Seize lubricant (for arm pins and foot pad
screw threads and stop rings)
LAYOUT
Note:
This lift can be installed at two different heights and three different widths. The Cable adjustment for the Height and Width variations will be accommodated by the Lower Sheave Bracket.
The height and width must be established before beginning, as this will determine the lower sheave position.

1. Once the general location of the lift has been determined, ensure that the proper conditions exist per page 3.
2. Determine which side of the bay the power unit will be located and identify the column assembly with the power unit bracket.
3. Lay out the service bay according to the architect’s plans or owner’s instructions (see Fig 1b­Service Bay Layout). Failure to install in this orientation can result in personal and property damage.
   LIFT PREPARATION
4. With column assemblies lying flat, remove cable and hose rolls from inside the column.
5. Manually push carriages up enough to unhook the cylinder hose from the base plate tabs. Proceed with pushing the cylinder and carriage up enough to access all five sheave locations on the sheave bracket, see Fig 3.

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6. Determine the sheave location on the lower bracket based on the overall height and width of the lift at its chosen configuration. Use the General Specifications table from page 2 and Fig 2 below.
   Note: The column has been assembled with the sheave in the highest position on the bracket for the lift installed at max height and max width.

HEIGHT SETTING

WIDTH SETTING

MAX WIDTH

MAX HEIGHT

NARROWED (-6″)

NARROWED (-12″) MAX WIDTH

LOWERED (-6″)

NARROWED (-6″)

NARROWED (-12″)

Fig. 2 ­Sheave Position in Lower Bracket
7) The sheave must be removed and reassembled to route the synchronizer cable. Remove the bolt, sheave pin, bearing disc, sheave, and spacer bushing, Fig. 3.
8) Route a cable through a carriage and out the bottom. Route it back up and into the inside hole at the top of the carriage, see Fig 3. Ensure cables do not twist or wrap around hoses during routing.
9) Install a nut and jam nut at the cable end, Fig 3.
10) Reinstall the sheave. Place the bearing disc inside the bracket centered over the bracket hole based on the chosen install height. Install the cable on the sheave and slide into place. Stack the spacer bushing onto the sheave assembly. Still holding the sheave assembly, slide the pin into place and secure it with the bolt, see Fig 3.
11) Pull tension on the free end of the cable and ensure proper routing. While pulling tension on the cable, slide the cylinder and carriage down until the carriage is 8″ from the baseplate. Slide the hydraulic cylinder down and route the hydraulic hose around the hose guide tabs to prevent rotation of the cylinder, Fig 4. While pulling tension on the cable to avoid kinking, slide the carriage and cylinder down to base of lift.
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BASE PLATE
Fig. 3 ­ Cable Routing
Fig. 4 – Hose Connection
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12. Assemble column extension to column by lining up the correct set of holes and using the 3/8″-16 x 3/4″ lg. hex flange head bolts, Fig. 5.
    Note: the column extensions are adjustable by 6″ except for the CL12A-LC.

LOCK PAWL
15) Install the lock components on the Power & Idler columns as shown in Fig. 6a & 6b. The D-Rings used to connect both ends of the Long 3/8 OD Spring act as chain links. Feed one end of the DRing through both items and squeeze the link closed with pliers until ends overlap as shown.

Power Side
Fig. 6a ­ Power Locking Pawl Assembly

Fig. 5 ­ Column Extension Assembly
13) Repeat the cable routing / lower sheave install and the column extension install for the other column.
14) Erect and align both column assemblies.

Idler Side
Fig. 6b ­ Idler Locking Pawl Assembly

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ANCHORING
The anchor bolts must be installed at least 8″ from any crack, edge, or expansion joint. Recheck the area around both base plates.
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.
16) Recheck “Inside of Columns” dimension (Fig. 1).
17) Using the base plate as a template, drill one anchor hole. Drill through the floor if possible or to a depth of 5 inches minimum.
18) Clean the hole inside and out.
19) Assemble a washer and nut to the anchor with nut just below impact section of bolt. Drive the anchor into the hole until the nut is 3/4″ above the baseplate (leaving room for shims).
Complete steps 17 thru 19 for the six (6) exposed anchors (one at a time) around each column.
20) Raise both carriages (275 lbs. ea.) high enough to drill the two inner anchor holes on each column. Measure both carriage heights to ensure they are in the same lock position.
21) IMPORTANT: Place a safety support inside each column as a backup to the locks, since the hydraulic cylinders are no longer engaged with the carriages.
22) Repeat steps 17 thru 19 for the two (2) anchors under each carriage.
23) Shim both columns to plumb using the shims provided as shown in Fig. 7. DO NOT shim more than 1/2″ at any given point. Use a level no less than 24″ in length to plumb columns.
24) Drive all the anchors until nut and washer contact baseplate.

25. Tighten Power Column anchors and recheck column for plumb. Re-shim if necessary. Torque to 150 foot pounds to set anchors.
26. Loosen Idler Column anchors 1/8″ and proceed with the Overhead Beam installation.
    OVERHEAD 27) Before raising overhead into position install 4 (2
    per column) hex flange bolts and nuts in bottom hole of column extension (see Fig. 8 Installation Aid) for temporary support of overhead. Lift overhead assembly up into position and install with 8 each (4 per column) 3/8″-16 x 3/4″ lg. hex flange bolts and hex flange nuts per side as shown in Fig. 8. For the max width position, the outer overhead holes will be used. For the (-6″) width, use one set of outer overhead holes and one set of inner overhead holes. For the (-12″) width, use the inner sets of overhead holes.
    Fig. 8 ­ Overhead Assembly 28) Check idler column shimming. Use additional
    shims (see Fig. 7) 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.

Fig. 7 ­ Column Shimming

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29. Attach the Overhead Limit Switch to the rear set of holes on the Power Side of the Overhead Beam using the hardware already attached to the switch bracket, Fig. 9.

30. Repeat for Idler Side ­ Attach the Idler Bracket to the rear set of holes on the Idler Side of the Overhead Beam using the hardware already attached to the bracket, Fig. 10. Note the orientation of the Idler Bracket. The narrow slot needs to be facing towards the Power Column.

Fig. 9 ­ Overhead Limit Switch Power Side

Fig. 10 ­ Overhead Bracket Idler Side
31) Carefully insert the Shutoff Bar into the Power Side Switch Bracket over the limit switch and pin the Shutoff Bar to the Idler Side Bracket with the 10mm dia. x 55mm Lg. clevis pin & hairpin cotter.

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SYNCHRONIZER CABLES 32) Route the free end of a cable coming out the top
of the carriage up and over the upper sheaves and back down the opposite side. Install a 3/8×3 cable trapping bolt with a nut on each side of the overhead support plate at each sheave, Fig. 11. Do this for both cables.

Fig. 11 ­ Column Ext. Cable Trapping 33) Mount synchronizer cables to carriages as shown
in Fig. 12.

Fig. 13 ­ Idler Hose Routing & Hose Brackets

34. Install the Hose Guide Brackets and Hose Support Tabs to both the Idler & Power Columns using 1/4″-20NC x 3/4″ lg. hex flange bolt and nut, see Fig 13.

35. Uncoil Idler side hose and Overhead hose and attach them together. Route the loose end up the Idler Side column extension and attach to the Hose Support Tab with a “P” Clamp, Fig. 13. (Each hose clamp requires one 3/8″-16NC x 3/4″ lg. hex flange bolt and one hex flange nut.) Remove slack and tighten the clamp.

Fig. 12 ­ Cable Attachment at the Carriage
Hydraulics IMPORTANT: To ensure 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 1/2 hex flats (90 deg.). Back the flared fitting off one full turn. Again tighten flared fitting finger tight, then rotate flared fitting 1 1/2 hex flats (90 deg.).

36. Route hose across overhead through both Hose Guide Brackets, Fig.13, and down through the Power Side column extension. Do not attach clamps to the Overhead Hose at this time.
37. Uncoil Power Column hose and loosely attach it to the hydraulic tee fitting (in hardware box). Note: CL12A-1 & CL12A-2 will require two extension hoses (supplied) to be attached to the tee fitting to extend the power column hose and to the power unit to extend the power unit hose.
38. Bring the Power Unit Hose and Power Side Hose up the column to the lowest available hole of the column extension. Insert steel tubing end of the Power Unit Hose into the extension (outside in) and loosely connect to the tee. Leave the assembly hanging.

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CL12A-2 Max Width and Height CL12A-2 6″ Reduced Height without Reduced Width CL12A-2 6″ or 12″ Reduced Width without Reduced Height CL16-2 6″ Reduced Height with 6″ or 12″ Reduced Width CL16-0 ALL Widths and Heights

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39. Install a steel line clamp and hose clamp on the outside of the power column extension to secure the power unit hose, as shown in Fig 14. (Use 1/4″-20NC x 3/4″ lg. hex flange bolt, Spacer, and hex flange nut for steel line clamp. The Spacer goes between the Power Side Column Extension and Line Clamp.) Note: The steel line inside the column should be horizontal.
    POWER SIDE COLUMN
    EXTENSION

HOSE ROUTING DIAGRAMS

A
SPACER 1/4″-20
STEEL LINE CLAMP HOSE CLAMP 3/8″-16 BOLT POWER UNIT HOSE

B

C

41-20NC NUT

1 4

NYLON

SPACER

HYD. LINE CLAMP

41-20NC

x

3 4

BOLT

3 8

HOSE

CLAMP

38-16NC

x

3 4

BOLT

38-16NC NUT

3 8

HOSE

CLAMP

156-18NC PPHS

HOSE ROUTING TABLE
CL12A-2 WIDTH

POWER UNIT HOSE
O-RING ELBOW

STD -6″ -12″
MAX A B B

CL12A-2 HEIGHT

-6″ B C C

Fig. 14 – Power Unit Hose Clamps

Fig. 15 ­ Overhead Hose Routing Diagram

40. If installing a CL12A-LC, CL12A-0 or CL12A-1, use the Routing Diagram C in Fig 15. If installing a CL12A-2 use the table in Fig 14 to determine the proper routing diagram A, B, OR C.

41. Route the overhead hose based on the lifts height and width. To make a loop, twist the hose. Loosely connect the overhead hose to the other end of the tee.

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42. Tighten the three hose fitting connections at the Tee taking care not to twist or change the lay of any hose. Install and tighten the “P” clamp on the power side to hold up the connection to the tee, see Fig 16.

43. BE CERTAIN ALL FITTINGS AND CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT. IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE SYSTEM IS LEAK-FREE. Fill the Power Unit with three gallons of clean 10wt anti-foam antirust hydraulic oil or Dexron III ATF. DO NOT USE OILS WITH DETERGENTS.

Fig. 16 ­ Power Side Hose Routing
43) Install the rest of the overhead hose clamps as shown in Fig 15 depending on the lift configuration.
44) Each column hose should connect to its cylinder with a 90 degree elbow rotated up from horizontal and be routed thru the Hose Guide Tabs as shown in Fig. 17.

LOCK RELEASE
50) Pick one end of the Lock Release Cable Assembly and attach its Threaded Adjustment Sleeve to the Upper Mounting Tab on the power side lock. Insert the adjustment sleeve into the mounting tab notch and position the adjustment sleeve nuts so the bottom of the sleeve sticks out approx. 3/8″ from bottom hex jam nut, Fig. 18a.

Fig. 17 – Hose Connection

Fig. 18a-Lock Release ­ Power Side

45. Slightly loosen the 90 Degree Fitting jam nut at the bottom of the Power Side Cylinder. Rotate fitting to remove the slack from the power side hose and tighten jam nut. Note: This is not necessary for the Idler side.

46. Mount Power Unit to power unit bracket on the column as shown in Fig. 14. The mounting hardware, (4) 5/16″-18 hex nuts, are pre-installed on power unit mounting bracket.

47. Install 9/16″-18 O-ring elbow (in hardware box) into power unit, and attach free end of power unit hose to elbow, Fig.14.

48. Attach the power unit hose to the column and column extension using the hose clamps, Fig.14.

49. Connect clevis end of the cable assembly to the center tab of the lever assembly using a clevis pin and (2) E-clips, Fig. 18a.

50. Route other end of lock release cable up thru power side column extension, over and thru idler side column extension, and down to mounting location on idler column.

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Model CL12A Installation, Operation and Maintenance 53) Attach the Lower Mounting Tab to the idler column using the 5/16-18 x 3/8 long Phillips pan head screw. Rotate slightly to be in-line with connection to lock pawl as shown in Fig. 18b.
Fig. 19-Arm Restraint 59) Install inner arm gear to bottom of arm using (2)
M10 x 25 Hex bolts as shown in Fig. 20. Do not tighten bolts at this time.

Fig. 18b-Lock Release ­ Idler Side
54) Hook the 1/2″ O.D. (short) spring to the left side of the Lock Pawl Tab, collapse the clevis at the end of the lock release cable, and hook the clevis to the bottom of the 1/2″ O.D. spring, Fig. 18b.
55) Mount lock release cable threaded adjustment sleeve to lower mounting tab using jam nuts.
56) Use wire ties provided to secure lock cable to the hydraulic hose.

Fig. 20-Inner Arm Gear
60) Lubricate the arm pin or carriage arm pin hole with “anti-seize” and install the arms.
61) Adjust placement of inner arm gear until gears fully engage with one another throughout the rotation of the arm and tighten bolts.
62) Adjust the hex head bolt in the bottom of the arm restraint shaft so the arm is allowed to rotate freely when lift is completely lowered, Fig. 21.

ARM INSTALLATION
57) Extend the foot pad to both extents and apply “anti-seize” to the retaining ring.
58) Arm restraint assemblies should be installed on carriage as shown in Fig. 19.

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ADAPTER RACK INSTALLATION
63) Locate the two pre-drilled holes on the back of each column 19″ up from the top of the base plate and tap 5/16-18. Center the adapter rack and attach with 5/16-18NC Phillips Pan Head Screws supplied, Fig. 22.

SAFETY DECAL PLACEMENT
64) Clean surface of the rear column above the power unit and install Safety Decals, Page 3 and Fig. 23.

Fig 22-Adapter Rack Installation

Fig. 23-Safety Decal Placement
ELECTRICAL
See Figure 25 for the following steps.
65) Wire-tie Limit Switch cord to power unit hose.
66) Connect the Overhead Limit Switch Cord to Power Unit, Fig. 25.
67) Connect Power Unit to suitable electrical source as shown in Fig. 25.
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.

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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULICS 68) Lower the lift to the floor and raise the lift
approximately one foot.
69) Start with Idler side first. Slowly and carefully loosen the bleed plug on top of the cylinder just enough to allow the entrapped air to escape. Repeat for power side.
70) Raise lift 6 inches. Repeat step 69 until no air comes out of cylinder.
71) 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.
72) 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
73) Raise lift and ensure carriages lower into same lock position.
74) Adjust synchronizing cables so the tension is equal in both cables and carriages are firmly sitting on locks.
75) Cycle lift to ensure that latches operate simultaneously. Adjust if necessary.
LOCK RELEASE
76) Lower lift to the floor and snap plastic cover over Power Column lock assembly.
77) Pull and release Power Column lock release handle while watching Idler Column lock. Adjust lower threaded sleeve cable adjuster jam nuts on Idler Column until Idler Column lock disengages and engages fully. When properly adjusted, the idler column lock should just come to rest against the back of the column when engaged and fully out against the tab when disengaged. Tighten Idler Column lower tab jam nuts.
IMPORTANT: IF IDLER SIDE LOCK PAWL DOES NOT FULLY DISENGAGE, DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO IDLER SIDE CARRIAGE AND OR CABLE SYNCHRONIZING SYSTEM.
78) Tighten threaded sleeve cable adjuster jam nuts and install lock release knob.
79) Tighten and trim wire ties.
80) Snap plastic cover over Idler lock assembly (align release cable with notches in cover).

ARM PIN KEEPER INSTALL
81) Install the arm pin into the arm assembly and carriage.
82) Raise lift high enough to gain access underneath the carriage. Make Sure Lift Is In Locks Before Proceeding.
83) Slide the provided washer onto pin up against the inner bevel gear.
84) Install the provided retaining ring onto the pin with tool, Fig 24.
Fig 24 ­Arm Pin Keeper Install
FINAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE
85) Demonstrate the operation of the lift to the owner/operator/employer using a typical vehicle and review correct and safe lifting procedures using the Lifting It Right booklet as a guide.
86) Return all provided literature (including this manual) to the literature pack envelope and deliver the envelope to the owner/operator/employer.
87) Complete the online warranty registration (refer to the included warranty statement).

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Wiring Diagram

FOR SINGLE PHASE FOR THREE PHASE

(Normally Open)
FIELD CONECTIONS

1

4

6

5

FIELD CONECTIONS
M

A1

A2

L1 T1 L2 T2 L3 T3

21 43 65

FACTORY WIRED FOR 208-240V
T1

T7

M T2

T4

T5

T8

T6

T3

T9

21 43 65

RECONNECTIONS FOR 440-480V
T4

T1

T7

M T5
T2 T8

T3

T6

T9

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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 ensure 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 LiftsSafety 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 ensure 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 ensure 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 LiftsSafety 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. Ensure that the lifting arms are parked, out to full drive thru position.
2. Center the vehicle between the columns in the service bay and position the vehicle’s center of gravity midpoint between the columns. NOTE: the center of gravity is based on the weight distribution and is not the same as the center point of the vehicle.
   DO NOT EXCEED 3000 POUNDS PER ARM.
   DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY TWO ARMS, AS THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
   ENSURE THAT THE HIGHEST POINT ON THE VEHICLE WILL CONTACT THE OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH BAR.
   DO NOT PLACE THE VEHICLE IN THE SERVICE BAY BACKWARDS.
   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. Press the raise button 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. Depress the lowering valve handle to lower the vehicle until the 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 A VEHICLE
6. Ensure that the area under the vehicle is clear of personnel and tools.
7. Press the Raise Button until both latches are free.
8. Disengage the locks by pulling down on the lock release lever.
9. Lower the vehicle by depressing the lowering valve handle.
10. Continue to lower the vehicle until the carriages stop against the base plate. Retract the extension arms, and park them.

LOSS OF POWER
If for any reason the lift will not raise off of the locks or the locks will not retract, consult factory authorized personnel.
DO NOT OVERRIDE ANY SAFETY FEATURE IN AN ATTEMPT TO LOWER THE LIFT.
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 adapters for damage or excessive wear. Replace as required with genuine Challenger Lifts parts.
Check the lock release activation. When properly adjusted, both locks should be in a vertical position when lock release lever is pulled and should return to an engagement position when the lever is released.
Weekly Check synchronizer cables and sheaves for wear.
Replace as required with genuine Challenger Lifts parts.
Check synchronizer cable tension per Installation Instructions. Adjust if necessary.
Monthly Torque concrete anchor bolts to 80 ft-lbs.
Visually inspect concrete floor for cracks and/or sprawls within 12″ of base plate
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.)
If any problems are encountered, contact your
local service representative.

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PARTS BREAKDOWN
Fig A. Column Extension & Overhead

ITEM #

PART #

12810-P 1
12810-I

12821-143

12821-164 2
12821-176

12821-188

3 12815

4 A2067

5 31129

6 B2064-01

7 B2065-3 8 B2065-4 9 B2065-5 10 GJY12-3 11 A1153 12 A1154 13 A1122-12 14 A2159 15 12825 16 A2125 17 40085 18 12750 19 40346 20 31118

QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

POWER COLUMN WELD 1
IDLER COLUMN WELD

COLUMN EXTENSION WELD FOR CL12-LC

COLUMN EXTENSION WELD FOR CL12-0 2
COLUMN EXTENSION WELD FOR CL12-1

COLUMN EXTENSION WELD FOR CL12-2

1 OVERHEAD

1 SHUTOFF BAR

1 SHUTOFF BAR CUSHION

LIMIT SWITCH PACKAGE 1
(INCLUDES SWITCH w/ CORD, BOTH BRACKETS, & ITEMS 7-10)

4 M6 x 14mm PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW

4 M6 SERRATED FLANGE HEX NUT

1 CLEVIS PIN 10mm x 55 Lg.

1 HAIRPIN COTTER

30 3/8-16NC HEX. FLG. HD. C.S x ¾” Lg.

38 3/8-16NC HEX. FLG. NUT

2 HYD. HOSE CLAMP

4 3/8-16NC x 3″ Lg. HEX HEAD CAP SCREW

2 HOSE GUIDE BRACKET (PIPE)

8 1/4-20NC x 3/4″ Lg. SER. FLG. CAP SCREW

8 1/4-20NC HEX. FLG. NUT

2 HOSE SUPPORT BRACKET (T)

8

ZIP TIE 8″ Lg. (FOR PENDANT CORDS, DPC ONLY)

4

ZIP TIE 3 1/2″ Lg. (FOR LOCK RELEASE CABLE)

Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc. or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability. (Call Challenger Lifts Inc. 502-625-0700 for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Fig B. Lock-Power/Idler

Model CL12A Installation, Operation and Maintenance

ITEM # PART #

21 12616

22 12518

23 12073

24 37072

25 37042

26 37031

12804-LC

27

12804-0 12804-1

12804-2

28 12715

29 12716

30 A1131

31 12654

32 12658

33 A1142-12

34 A1134

35 A1143

36 36096

37 40126

38 37119

39 A1130-02

40 A1132

41 10335

42 A1122-12

43 B2209

44 B2206-3

45 B2206-6

QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

2 LOCK WELD

2 LOCK RETAINER

4 5/16″-18 x 5/8″ Lg. THREAD CUTTING PAN HEAD SCREW

2 LOCK COVER

2 PIVOT ROD

4 5/32 SPEED NUT

LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-LC)

1

LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-0) LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-1)

LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-2)

1 3/8 ” O.D. LONG EXTENSION SPRING

2 D-RING CONNECTOR LINK

3 3/8″ O.D. EXTENSION SPRING

1 3/8″ x 3 ¼” LONG CLEVIS PIN

2 NYLON SPACER

1 LOCK RELEASE CLEVIS

1 STUD HANDLE

2 3/8″-16 HEX JAM NUT

1 BALL HANDLE

1 1/8″ x 1 ½” COTTER PIN

1 CLEVIS PIN KIT

1 LOCK CABLE MOUNTING TAB (BLACK)

1 1/2″ O.D. SHORT EXTENSION SPRING

7 5/16-18NC x 3/8″ Lg. PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW

2 HYD. HOSE CLAMP

2 ADAPTER ORGANIZER RACK

4 STACK ADAPTER EXTENSION ­ 3″

2 STACK ADAPTER EXTENSION ­ 6″

Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc. or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.
Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability. (Call Challenger Lifts Inc. 502-625-0700 for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig C. Hydraulics

ITEM #
45
46
47
48
49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56

PART #
16138R 39097R 12791-LC 12791-0 12792-0 12539-012 12539-024 12793-LC 12793-0 39103
16167 31025 12748 A2125 40085

QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
2 HYD. RAM CYLINDER (68″ STROKE) (CL12-LC ONLY) 2 HYD. RAM CYLINDER (72″ STROKE)
COLUMN HOSE (LOW CEILING HEIGHT, LENGTH 130″) 2
COLUMN HOSE (STD. HEIGHT, LENGTH 151″) 1 OVERHEAD HOSE (STD. HEIGHT, LENGTH 187″)
1 FT. HOSE EXTENSION (CL12-1, LENGTH 12″) 2
2 FT. HOSE EXTENSION (CL12-2, LENGTH 24″) 1 POWER UNIT HOSE (LOW CEILING HEIGHT, LENGTH 73″)
POWER UNIT HOSE (STD.HEIGHT, LENGTH 88″) 1 TEE FITTING 1 POWER UNIT – SEE PARTS BREAKDOWN Fig F. Electrical 3 90 DEG. O-RING ELBOW 1 LINE CLAMP 1 1/4-20 x 1/4 NYLON SPACER 1 1/4″-20 x 3/4″ HEX FLANGE NUT 1 1/4″-20 HEX FLANGE NUT

Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.

or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.

Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.

(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. 502-625-0700 for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Fig D. Synchronizer

Model CL12A Installation, Operation and Maintenance

ITEM # PART #
60 A1153 61 A2158 62 CL12760 63 31020 64 31021
12803-LC 12803-0 65 12803-1 12803-2

QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION
2 3/8-16 x ¾ Lg. LOCK HEX FLG. HD.CAP SCREW 2 ؼ” x 1 ¾” Lg. CLEVIS PIN 6 PULLY ASSEMBLY 8 WASHER 6 1 3/8″ RETAINING RING 1 SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-LC) (Set of 2) 1 SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-0) (Set of 2) 1 SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-1) (Set of 2) 1 SYNC. CABLE ASSEMBLY (CL12-2) (Set of 2)

Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc.

or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.

Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability.

(Call Challenger Lifts Inc. 502-625-0700 for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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Fig E. Carriage & Arms

Model CL12A Installation, Operation and Maintenance

ITEM #

PART # QTY/LIFT

DESCRIPTION

75 B12621

2 CARRIAGE WELD

76 31023

16 SLIDE BLOCK ASSEMBLY

77 B12800B

4 3-STAGE ARM ASSEMBLY (includes Items 78 thru 87)

78 B12544

4 ARM PIN WELD

79 B12162S-12

4 FOOT PAD ASSEMBLY ­ 12K

79A A1104-H

4

Pad

79B B12163S

4

ADAPTER PAD WELD

79D B17276-1

4

ADAPTER BASE

79E B17257

4

3 x 45mm RETAINING RING

80 B12801

4 FEMALE ARM WELD

81 B12802

4 INTERMEDIATE ARM WELD

82 B12803

4 MALE ARM WELD

83 B2211

4 ROLL PIN-Ø6 x 30mm Lg.

84 B12805

8 ARM SHIM

85 B12807

8 M6x6 BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW

86 3W-04-18

8 STOP BLOCK

87 17350

16 M8x10 FLAT HEAD BOLT, CL8.8

88 A1077TC-12

4 ARM RESTRAINT SHAFT ASSEMBLY (includes items 89 thru 94)

89 A1075

4 PULL RING

90 12583

4 ARM RESTRAINT SHAFT

91 31109

4 COMPRESSION SPRING

92 A1072TC

4 OUTER GEAR

93 36014

4 1″ EXTERNAL RETAINING RING

94 12568

4 3/8-16NC HEX FLANGE HEAD CAP SCREW

95 A1070TC

4 INNER GEAR

96 B1068

8 M10x25 HEX FLANGE HEAD BOLT

97 B2203S-01D 4 39mm ID, 51mm OD Washer

98 B1083

4 38mm External Retaining Ring

99 B2026-2

2 DOOR GUARD

100 X10-088

4 M8 x 1.25 x 30mm SHCS

Replace all worn, damaged, or broken parts with parts approved by Challenger Lifts Inc. or with parts meeting Challenger Lifts Inc. specifications.

Contact your local Challenger Lifts Parts Distributor for pricing and availability. (Call Challenger Lifts Inc. 502-625-0700 for the Parts Distributor in your area)

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REVISIONS

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