BendPak 5175153 - Step 4; Anchoring the Columns

STEP 4
(Anchoring The Columns)
1. Before proceeding, double check the measurements and
make certain that the Bases of each Column are square and
aligned with the chalk line. (See Fig. 4.1)
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES
2. Using the Base Plate on each Column as a guide, drill each
anchor hole approximately 4-1/2” deep using a rotary hammer drill
and 3/4” concrete bit. (See Fig. 4.2)
3. After drilling, remove dust thoroughly from each hole using
compressed air and/or bristle brush. Make certain that the
Columns remain aligned with the chalk line.
4. Assemble the Washers and Nuts on the Anchors then tap
into each hole with a hammer until the Washer rests against
the Base Plate. Be sure that if shimming will be required,
enough threads are left exposed. (See Fig. 4.3)
5. If shimming is required, insert the Shims as necessary
under the Base Plate so that when the Anchor bolts are tight-
ened, the Columns will be plumb using a 4-foot level.
6. After any necessary Shims are installed, tighten each
anchor nut three to five turns past finger tight. (See Fig. 4.5)
IMPORTANT - If Anchor Bolts do not hold when torqued to
required amount, concrete must be replaced. Saw cut and
remove 24” x 24” square area under each Column base then
re-pour with reinforced 3000 PSI concrete to a depth of six
inches minimum, keying new concrete under existing floor.
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Fig. 4.1
Fig. 4.2
Fig 3.7
The Ladder must
never rest on the
base of the col-
umn or damage to
the Lift will occur
Turn the Top Nut
on each Safety
Ladder until the
jam nut is touching
the Ladder and the
TOP CAP
Fig. 4.3
IMPORTANT NOTE:
BendPak Lifts are supplied with installation
instructions and concrete fasteners meeting the
criteria as prescribed by the American National
Standard "Automotive Lifts - Safety Requirements
for Construction, Testing, and Validation" ANSI/ALI
ALCTV. Lift buyers are responsible for any
special regional structural and/or seismic
anchoring requirements specified by any other
agencies and/or codes such as the Uniform
Building Code (UBC) and/or
International Building Code (IBC).
Fig. 4.4
Fig. 4.5