7
Shim
(2" max.)
Anchor
Nut
Washer
Fig. 12
A. Keep columns square to center line of lift. Check lift location
in the bay, Fig. 1. Check dimensions side-to-side, front-to-
rear, and diagonally. Diagonals must be equal to within
1
/
4
”,
Fig. 9. for each column.
B. Start with power unit column. Use yoke spacer tool to ensure
5
/
16
” gap between column and yoke. Place yoke spacer tool
on yoke end, Fig. 8a, with ears facing away from column.
Slide yoke spacer tool so that the end of the tool opposite the
ears is against the side of the yoke end facing the column.
C. Use shims provided to shim column base to plumb columns,
first fore and aft then side to side. Use a 4’ level to check
plumb of columns. Recheck
5
/
16
” gap between column and
yoke with yoke spacer tool. Maximum shim thickness is
2”, Fig. 12. If more shimming is required, consult factory for
different shim package including longer anchor bolts. Drill
four
5
/
8
” diameter holes through concrete floor using base
holes as guide, Fig. 11. Repeat for other columns.
D. Insert base anchors, Fig. 11. Repeat for other columns.
Tighten nuts. Recheck columns for plumb. Re-shim if
necessary. Torque anchor bolts to 60 ft. lbs., Fig. 11. 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. Repour with reinforced
# 3000 minimum concrete to depth of 6”, keying new concrete
under existing floor.
7. Cable Connection:
Install yoke end sheaves, Fig. 13. Retain with sheave pin and
5
/
16
” pan head machine screw, Locktite the screw threads.
Attach each cable to column top plate with nut and jam nut.
Install sheave covers on each yoke end, Fig. 13. Roping
diagram shows a view of completed roping, Fig. 14.
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