INSTALLATION, OPERATION

& MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Versymmetric Two Post TM

Surface Mounted Lift

MODEL CL9
9,000 LBS. CAPACITY
2250 LBS. PER ARM

200 Cabel Street, P.O. Box 3944 Louisville, Kentucky 40201-3944

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
See Figure 1 CL9 CL9-1 CL9-2
A Adjustable Column Height 11’-8” or 11’-2” 12’-8” or 12’-2” 13’-8” or 13’-2”

B Floor to Overhead Switch 11’-2” or 10’-8” 12’-2” or 11’-8” 13’-2” or 12’-8”

C Rise Height (Screw Pads Highest Position) 74 5/8”
D Cylinder Height (Full Stroke) 11’-11”
E Adjustable Overall Width 11’-2” or 10’-8“ or 10’-2”
F Screw Pad Height 4 ¼” to 6 ¾”
G Inside of Columns 109” or 103” or 97”
Drive Thru Clearance 89” or 83” or 77”
Ceiling Height Required 12’-0” 12’-9” 13’-9”
* Maximum Capacity 9,000 lbs. (2250 lbs. Per Arm)
** Lifting Time 60 Sec. (approximate)
** Lowering Time 30 Sec. (approximate)
2HP, Single Phase, 60Hz, 208/230
Motor
Optional – 2HP, Three Phase, 50/60Hz, for 208 or 230 or 460
Dimensions in BOLD are “Standard” settings.
Installing the lift at a narrow setting (E = 103” or 97”) may adversely affect ability to reach some
vehicle pick up points and requires cutting the overhead shutoff bar.
* Lift capacity ratings are based on loads equally distributed on all four arms.
** Lifting and lowering speeds may vary depending on weight of vehicle.

6' TO NEAREST
OBSTRUCTION
OR 7' TO
NEAREST WALL

108" [9'-0"]
DRIVE ON MIN.TO
DIRECTION NEAREST
OBSTRUCTION

101 2" REF

G

D COLUMN BASE PLATES

A
B
(INSIDE COLUMN TO COLUMN)
SEE CHART ABOVE

C (USE AS REFERENCE ONLY)

SEE CHART ABOVE
144" [12'-0"]
F MIN. TO
NEAREST
OBSTRUCTION

Fig 1a - General Specifications Fig1b - Service Bay Layout

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VERTICAL CLEARANCE Safety decals similar to those shown here are

found on a properly installed lift. Be sure that all
Check the height of the area where the lift is to safety decals have been correctly installed on the
be installed. Clearance should be calculated Power Unit reservoir. Verify that all authorized
based on the full raised height of the lift. operators know the location of these decals and
Failure by purchaser to fully understand their meaning. Replace worn,
WARNING provide adequate faded, or damaged decals promptly.
clearance could result in Do not attempt to raise a
unsatisfactory lift performance, property
WARNING vehicle on the lift until the
damage, or personal injury. lift has been correctly
installed and adjusted as described in this
FLOORING manual.
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, pads can 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.
Failure by purchaser to
WARNING provide the recommended
mounting surface could
result in unsatisfactory lift performance,
property damage, or personal injury.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
For lift installation and operation for single
phase units, it is necessary to have a
dedicated circuit with a double pole 25 amp
circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
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.

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RECEIVING INSTALLATION
The shipment should be thoroughly inspected as IMPORTANT: Always wear safety glasses while installing lift.
soon as it is received. The signed bill of lading is
acknowledgement by the carrier of receipt in TOOLS (MINIMUM REQUIRED)
good condition of shipment covered by our a. Banding Cutter
invoice. b. Tape measure, 16ft
c. Chalk line
If any of the goods called for on this bill of lading d. 4ft level
are shorted or damaged, do not accept them until e. 10” adjustable wrench
the carrier makes a notation on the freight bill of f. Standard open end wrenches 7/16”, 1/2",
the shorted or damaged goods. Do this for your (2) 9/16”, (2) 11/16”, 3/4"
own protection. g. 5/16” allen wrench
NOTIFY Challenger Lifts AT ONCE if any h. Needle nose pliers
hidden loss or damage is discovered after i. Hammer drill with 3/4” diameter carbide
receipt. tipped bit
IT IS DIFFICULT TO COLLECT FOR LOSS OR j. 2lb hammer
DAMAGE AFTER YOU HAVE GIVEN THE k. Torque wrench: 150 foot pounds minimum
CARRIER A CLEAR RECEIPT. with 1 1/8” socket
l. 12 ft. Step ladder
File your claim with Challenger Lifts promptly.
m. Pull wire or fish tape
Support your claim with copies of the bill of
n. Anti-Seize lubricant (for arm pins)
lading, freight bill, and photographs, if available.
o. 3/4” O.D. Pipe cutter (if installing lift at narrow
width setting)
Component Packing List LAYOUT

QTY/ 1) Layout the service bay according to the

PART # LIFT
DESCRIPTION architect’s plans or owners instructions (see
Fig 1b). Be certain that the proper conditions
A1001-P 1 Power Column Ass’y exist, see page 3.
A1001-I 1 Idler Column Ass’y 2) Assemble column extension to column using
3/8-16 x 3/4" lg Hex flange head bolt. repeat
A1060 1 Overhead (Mid Section) for opposite column and extension.
A1061 2 Overhead (End Section) 3) Erect both column assemblies. Align the
notches in column base, Fig 2, with the
A1005 1 Hardware Box installation lines. (HINT: It may be easier to
A1002 1 Arm Pack install the lower synchronizer cable, Fig 7b,
before columns are raised)
A1055-0 Column Extension for CL9
ANCHORING
A1055-1 2 Column Extension for CL9-1 4) The anchor bolts must be installed at least 8
A1055-2 Column Extension for CL9-2 inches from any crack, edge, or expansion
joint.
A1003-0 Sync Cable Pack for CL9 5) Use a concrete hammer drill with a 3/4 inch
A1003-1 1 Sync Cable Pack for CL9-1 carbide bit. Tip diameter should conform to
ANSI Standard B94.12-1977 (.775 to .787).
A1003-2 Sync Cable Pack for CL9-2 Do not use excessively worn bits or bits
which have been incorrectly sharpened. A
36035 1 Overhead Shut-Off Bar Ass’y
core bit may be necessary if an obstruction is
36027 1 Mercury Switch encountered. Never substitute with shorter
anchor.
A1004 1 Hydraulic Hose Pack
6) Recheck “Inside of Columns” dimension,
A1201-15 Power Unit – 1 Phase Fig 1. Drill the anchor holes using the base
1
A1203-15 Power Unit – 3 Phase plate as a template. Drill through the floor if
possible or to a depth of 5 inches minimum.
A1150 1 Literature Pack
7) Vacuum dust from the hole for proper holding
power.

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8) Shim both columns to plumb using the shims 13) Install Overhead Limit Switch to Power
provided as shown in Fig 2. DO NOT shim Column using (1) 3/8” pivot pin, (1) 3/8” flat
more than 1/2" at any given point. Use a level washer and (1) hairpin cotter pin as shown in
no less than 24” in length to plumb columns. Fig 4a.
ALIGNMENT NOTCH
IMPORTANT: switch tube cord is to be oriented
above pivot pin as shown below.

HAIRPIN COTTER PIN

3/8" FLAT WASHER

ALIGNMENT NOTCH TUBE CORD MUST BE

ABOVE PIVOT PIN FOR
PROPER ORIENTATION
Fig 2 – Column Shimming
9) Assemble washer and nut to anchor with nut
just below impact section of bolt. Drive
anchor into hole until nut and washer contact PROPER ORIENTATION
base.
10) Tighten power column anchors and recheck
column for plumb. Reshim if necessary. Fig 4a – Overhead Limit Switch
Torque to 150 foot pounds to set anchors. Sub-Assembly

OVERHEAD BEAM IMPORTANT: The “standard” setting for the

11) Assemble the (3) part overhead with (12) 3/8- INSIDE OF COLUMNS dimension is 109 inches. If
16 x 3/4” lg hex flange head bolts and (12) the lift is to be installed at 103” or 97”, use tubing
hex flange nuts using Fig 1 on page 2 as cutter to shorten the end opposite where
reference for proper width. Before raising attachment hole is. See chart below for cut
overhead into position install 4 each (2 per length.
column) hex flange bolts and nuts in middle Inside of Column 109” 103” 97”
hole of column extension (see Fig 3
Shutoff Bar Length 107 ¼” 101 ¼” 95 ¼”
Installation Aid) for temporary support of
overhead. Lift overhead assembly up into 14) Insert shut-off bar in switch tube on power
position and install with 6 each (3 per column side and take other end to idler side.
column) 3/8-16 x 3/4” lg hex flange bolts and Attach shut-off bar to idler column with (1)
hex flange nuts per side as shown in Fig 3. 3/8” pivot pin, (6) 3/8” flat washer and (1)
hairpin cotter pin as shown in Fig 4b.
Insure that both switch tube and shut-off
assemblies pivot freely for proper
operation.

HAIRPIN COTTER PIN

(6) 3/8" FLAT WASHERS

Fig 3 – Overhead Assembly SHUTOFF BAR

12) Check idler column shimming. Use additional
shims (see Fig. 2) to remove any gaps that
may have been created while installing 3/8" PIVOT PIN
overhead beam. Tighten anchor bolts and re-
check column for plumb. Torque to 150 foot Fig 4b – Overhead Limit Switch
pounds. Sub-Assembly
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15) Assemble the sheaves, spacers and washers
onto the sheave pin as shown in Fig 5. Set in
cradle with all assembly parts between the
two plates.
SHORT SHEAVE SPACER
WASHER
SHEAVE
SHEAVE PIN
WASHER
LONG SHEAVE SPACER
WASHER
SHEAVE
WASHER

SHORT
SHEAVE
SPACER

Fig 5 – Sheave Assembly

LOCKING PAWL
16) Install Power Column locking pawl and lock Fig 7a – Cable Routing
release clevis with 5/8” diameter x 1 1/2” lg
shoulder bolt and 1/2”-13 nylon lock nut,
Fig. 6. Attach 3/8” O.D. extension spring to
upper hole in locking pawl and other end to
hole in bracket welded to column.

Fig 7b – Attaching Cable from Below

Fig 6 – Locking Pawl Assembly

17) Attach ½” O.D. extension spring to hole
located on bottom side of Idler Column lock
pawl and install using 5/8” shoulder bolt and
lock nut, Fig 6. Attach 3/8” O.D. spring the
same as Power side.
SYNCHRONIZER CABLES
18) Manually raise the carriages approximately
32 inches to gain access to the cable-tie-off
tabs located on the carriage ladder. Insure
that the top of the hydraulic cylinder is out of
the way but still retained in the opening of the
top plate of the carriage as shown in Fig 7a.
19) Route synchronizing cables using Fig 7a and
Fig 7b – Attaching Cable from Above
attach ends to cable-tie-off tabs using Fig’s
7b & 7c.
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SYNCHRONIZER CABLE ADJUSTMENT BULKHEAD BRANCH TEE
MALE #6 (9/16-18)
This method requires adjusting the cable
SAE (JIC) 37° FLARE
ends at the power column only (FACTORY INSTALLED)
20) At the power side carriage adjust the Cable
from Above until the power column carriage
is 1/8” off its locking pawl.
NOTE: The Lower Cable should NOT be tight
before beginning this step.
21) Now adjust the Cable from Below until the
power column carriage contacts its locking
pawl. Grab the back of the locking pawl and
wobble it. Continue tightening until the lock
pawl is tight.
When the cables have been adjusted
properly, neither locking pawl will wobble by Fig 9 – Hydraulic Hose from Power Unit to
hand. (tighten the power column lower cable to Power Column.
tighten the power column locking pawl or the IMPORTANT – To insure proper hose fitting
power column upper cable for the idler column seal without damage to the fitting follow this
locking pawl. procedure for each hose connection: Screw
22) Tighten the thin Jam Nuts against the Cable flared fitting on finger tight. Rotate flared fitting 1
Adjustment Nut. 1/2 hex flats (90 deg.). Back the flared fitting off
POWER UNIT & HYDRAULIC HOSE one full turn. Again tighten flared fitting finger
tight, then rotate flared fitting 1 1/2 hex flats (90
23) Mount Power Unit to power column as shown deg.).
in Fig 8. The mounting hardware, (4)
25) Thread power unit hydraulic hose (22” lg in
5/16”-18 hex nuts, are pre-installed on power
hardware box) into elbow on power unit.
unit mounting bracket.
Thread opposite end of hose into male #6
fitting (factory installed) attached to power
column as shown in Fig 9.
26) From Idler Column route the hydraulic hose
(factory installed from cylinder to top of column)
up to Overhead. LOOSEN FACTORY INSTALLED
CLAMP AT TOP OF IDLER COLUMN AND GENTLY PULL UP
ANY SLACK FROM HOSE. Install a hose clamp in
5/16"-18 HEX NUT column extension and in overhead beam with
(4) REQUIRED
(1) 3/8”-16 x 3/4" lg. hex flange bolt and hex
flange nut per clamp as shown in Fig 10a.
HYDRAULIC HOSE CLAMP WITH
3/8"-16 HEX FLANGE BOLT & NUT
SNAKE EXCESS HOSE
IN OVERHEAD WHEN
INSTALLING AT NARROW
OR LOWERED SETTING

Fig 8 – Power Unit Mounting

24) Attach hydraulic elbow fitting (in hardware box)

threading the 9/16-18 O-ring end to power
unit. See Fig 9. CAUTION not to damage
rubber O-ring.

Fig 10a – Hydraulic Hose from Idler Column to

Overhead.
(Sync cables removed for clarity)

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27) Route hydraulic hose from Idler column LOCK RELEASE
across Overhead to the Power Column and 30) Attach Mechanical Lock Release Cable
down inside of Power Column (routing is Assembly to Power Column Lock Release
identical to Idler Column) to male #6 JIC Clevis using the 3/16” diameter x 1/2" long
bulkhead “T” fitting. Loosely attach hose to pin and (2) “C” clip retainers, Fig 11.
“T”. If this is an extended height lift (model
CL9-1 or CL9-2), an extension hose (supplied) 31) Insert threaded sleeve portion of cable
will connect the Idler hose to the “T” fitting. assembly in slot located on tab above locking
pawl, Fig 11. One jam nut should be located
28) While gently pulling slack up from the “T” on each side of tab. Position threaded sleeve
fitting to the top of the power column with ½” of thread below tab as indicated in
extension, twist the hose until it lays flat in Fig 11 and tighten jam nuts.
the overhead beam. (When installing lift at
narrow or low setting, excess hose should be
snaked in bottom of overhead, Fig 10a.
When installing at narrow and low setting,
form a loop in the column extension between
the overhead support plate and the inside
wall of the column extension, Fig 10b.)
Install hose clamps identical to idler side, one
hose clamp at the top of the column, one at
the top of the column extension and one at
the end of the overhead. Fig 10b. Tighten
connection at “T” fitting.
HYDRAULIC HOSE CLAMP
SNAKE EXCESS HOSE WITH 3/8"-16 HEX FLANGE
IN OVERHEAD WHEN BOLT & NUT
INSTALLING AT NARROW
OR LOWERED SETTING

Fig 11 – Power Column Lock Assembly

32) Route opposite end of cable assembly up left
side of Power Column and into column
through access slot (3/8”x4” Lg.) in bottom of
Column Extension. Following the path of the
LOOP EXCESS HOSE hydraulic line, route cable assembly across
IN COLUMN EXT. WHEN
INSTALLING AT NARROW
overhead clear of moving parts and back out
AND LOWERED SETTING through access slot in bottom of idler side
column extension (again use left slot when
viewed from outside of column). Attach Cable
Fig 10b – Hydraulic Hose from Overhead to Assembly to the hydraulic hose with loosely
Power Column. fit wire ties.
(Sync cables removed for clarity) NOTE: DO NOT kink cable assembly when
routing. Tighten and trim wire ties after final cable
29) BE CERTAIN ALL FITTINGS AND CONNECTIONS
adjustments have been made.
ARE TIGHT. IT IS THE INSTALLERS
RESPONSIBILITY TO INSURE SYSTEM IS LEAK- 33) Attach Adhesive-Backed Tab to Idler Column
FREE. Fill the Power Unit with three gallons of left of the lock assembly (Fig 12). Route
clean 10wt anti-foam anti-rust hydraulic oil or Lock Release Cable down left side of Idler
Dexron III ATF. DO NOT USE OILS WITH Column and secure with loosely fit wire tie to
DETERGENTS. Adhesive-Backed Tab. Attach Cable clevis to
1/2" O.D. Extension Spring.
FOR LIFTS WITH OPTIONAL DUAL PENDANT
CONTROL, SKIP STEPS 26 THRU 31 AND
REFER INSTEAD TO THE “DUAL PENDANT
CONTROL INSTALLATION & OPERATION
MANUAL SUPPLEMENT”.

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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULICS
40) Lower the lift to the floor and raise the lift
approximately one foot.
41) 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.
42) Energize the power unit and raise 6 inches.
Repeat previous step until no air comes out
of cylinder.
43) 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.
44) Energize power unit again for 10 seconds.
With a clean rag, wipe down both cylinder
rods. (The cylinders are shipped with a small
Fig 12 – Idler Column Lock Assembly amount of clear anti-corosive lubricant that
will be forced out through the wiper when the
34) Insert threaded sleeve portion of cable lift reaches full rise.) If lubricant is not
assembly in slot located on tab below lock wiped clean from the cylinder rod, the
pawl, Fig 12. With one jam nut located on cylinder will apear to be leaking.
each side of tab, adjust the threaded sleeve SYNCHRONIZING CABLES
to begin to pull tension on the ½” O.D. spring. 45) Cycle lift to insure that latches operate
Snug jam nuts by hand. simultaneously. Lower lift onto locks and
THE LOCK RELEASE CABLE ADJUSTMENT IS NOT insure that neither lock will wobble (it is
COMPLETE UNTIL THE LIFT HAS BEEN LOWERED AND possible for one carriage to be resting on its
“FINAL ADJUSTMENTS” HAVE BEEN MADE. lock while the other carriage is being
ARM INSTALLATION supported by the synchronizing cable).
35) Lubricate the arm pin or carriage arm pin LOCK RELEASE CABLE
hole with “anti-seize” and install the arms. 46) Lower lift to the floor and snap plastic cover
Insure that the arm restraint gears engage over Power Column lock assembly.
and disengage properly. Arm restraints 47) Pull and release Power Column lock release
should disengage when lift is fully lowered. If handle while watching Idler Column lock.
any binding occurs, insure that the large gear Adjust lower threaded sleeve cable adjuster
mounted to the arm has been factory jam nuts on Idler Column until Idler Column
installed tight against the arm pin. lock disengages and engages fully. When
ELECTRICAL properly adjusted, the idler column lock
should just come to rest against the back of
36) Wire tie Limit Switch cord to Power Column the column when engaged and fully out
hose inside column and down to hose “T” against the tab when disengaged. Tighten
fitting. Route cord out slot and tie to Power Idler Column lower tab jam nuts.
Unit hose.
IMPORTANT: IF IDLER SIDE LOCK PAWL DOES NOT
37) Connect the Overhead Limit Switch Cord to FULLY DISENGAGE, DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO IDLER
Power Unit as shown in Fig 13. SIDE CARRIAGE AND OR CABLE SYNCHRONIZING
38) Connect Power Unit to suitable electrical SYSTEM.
source as shown in Fig 13. 48) Tighten threaded sleeve cable adjuster jam
39) IMPORTANT: AFTER WIRING HAS BEEN nuts and install lock release knob.
COMPLETED, TEST OPERATION OF POWER UNIT
49) Tighten and trim wire ties.
& OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH. W HILE RAISING
LIFT, OPERATE OVERHEAD SHUTOFF BAR.
50) Snap plastic cover over Idler lock assembly
POWER UNIT MOTOR SHOULD STOP WHEN (align idler side lock release cable with
SHUTOFF BAR IS RAISED. notches in lock cover flange).

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Wiring Diagram
* 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.
EACH LIFT SHOULD HAVE A DEDICATED CIRCUIT WITH A 1Ø 3Ø 3Ø 3Ø
208-240V 208V 220-240V 440-480V
DOUBLE POLE (THREE POLE FOR 440-480V) BREAKER
OR TIME DELAY FUSE SIZED ACCORDING TO THE 2Hp 25amp 15amp 15amp 5amp
FOLLOWING CHART

* WIRING MUST COMPLY WITH NEC AND ALL LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES *

RAISE
FOR SINGLE PHASE PUSH BUTTON OVERHEAD

M
(N.O.) LIMIT
"NORM. SWITCH
"COMMON"
OPEN"
BLACK WHITE YELLOW
BLACK BLACK 1Ø 208-240VAC
HELD
CLOSED
L1 (BLACK)
1Ø 208-240VAC BLUE
L2 (WHITE)
SUPPLY
GROUND
GROUND SCREW IN
MOTOR WIRING BOX

OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH AND CONTACTOR

FOR THREE PHASE FOR OVERHEAD MODELS ONLY

CONTACTOR ENCLOSURE TO BE FIELD MOUNTED

ON POWER COLUMN (CENTERED SIDE-TO-SIDE TO
AVOID INTERFERENCE WITH SLIDE BLOCKS)
OVERHEAD
LIMIT
BLACK WHITE MOTOR ENCLOSURE

HELD
CLOSED
A1 SEE
NOTE
A2 RAISE FACTORY WIRED FOR
SWITCH 208−240V
COIL
T1
L1 BLACK T7

M
L1 T1 2 1
T2 T4
L2 BLACK T5
3Ø L2 T2 4 3 T8 T6
50/60Hz 50/60 Hz
SUPPLY L3 BLACK T3
L3 T3 6 5
T9
GREEN

NOTES: RAISE RECONNECTIONS FOR

SWITCH 440−480V
1) MOTOR IS FACTORY WIRED FOR 208V OR T4
220-240V SUPPLY
BLACK T1 T7

M
2) MOTOR CONNECTIONS MUST BE RECONFIGURED 2 1
PER THIS DIAGRAM FOR 440-480V SUPPLY T5
BLACK T2
3) CONTACTOR COIL RATING MUST MATCH SUPPLY 4 3 T8
VOLTAGE (208V, 220-240V, OR 440-480V) 50/60 Hz
BLACK T3 T6
4) CONTACTOR MUST BE FIELD MOUNTED ON POWER 6 5
COLUMN (CENTERED SIDE-TO-SIDE TO AVOID T9
INTERFERENCE WITH SLIDE BLOCKS)

5) MOTOR ROTATION IS COUNTER CLOCKWISE

FROM TOP OF MOTOR

Fig 13 – Electrical Wiring Diagram

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OWNER/OPERATOR CHECKLIST The Owner/Employer shall establish

procedures to periodically inspect the lift in
51) Demonstrate the operation of the lift to the
accordance with the lift manufacturer’s
owner/operator and review correct and safe
instructions or ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2000, American
lifting procedures using the Lifting It Right
National Standard for Automotive Lifts-Safety
booklet as a guide.
Requirements for Operation, Inspection and
52) Complete the Installation Checklist/Warranty Maintenance; and the employer shall insure that
Validation questionnaire with the owner. the lift inspectors are qualified and that they are
Review the terms of the warranty registration adequately trained in the inspection of the lift.
card, and return the card and a copy of the
The Owner/Employer shall establish
questionnaires to:
procedures to periodically maintain the lift in
Challenger Lifts, Inc. accordance with the lift manufacturer’s
200 Cabel Street instructions or ANSI/ALIOIM-2000, American
Louisville, KY. 40206 National Standard for Automotive Lifts-Safety
Requirements for Operation, Inspection and
OPERATION PROCEDURE
Maintanence; and the employer shall insure that
the lift maintenance personnel are qualified and
SAFETY NOTICES AND DECALS that they are adequately trained in the
maintenance of the lift.
This product is furnished with graphic safety
warning labels, which are reproduced on The Owner/Employer shall maintain the
page 3 of these instructions. Do not remove periodic inspection and maintenance records
or deface these warning labels, or allow them recommended by the manufacturer or ANSI/ALI
to be removed or defaced. For your safety, ALOIM-2000, American National Standard for
and the safety of others, read and understand Automotive Lifts-Safety Requirements for
all of the safety notices and decals included. Operation, Inspection and Maintenance.
The Owner/Employer shall display the lift
OWNER/EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES manufacturer’s operating instructions; ALI/SM
This lift has been designed and constructed 93 -1, ALI Lifting it Right safety manual; ALI/ST-
according to ANSI/ALI ALCTV-1998 standard. 90 ALI Safety Tips card; ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2000,
The standard applies to lift manufactures, as well American National Standard for Automotive Lifts-
as to owners and employers. The Safety Requirements for Operation, Inspection
owner/employer’s responsibilities as prescribed and Maintenance; and in the case of frame
by ANSI/ALI ALOIM-2000, are summarized engaging lift, ALI/LP-GUIDE, Vehicle Lifting
below. For exact wording refer to the actual Points/Quick Reference Guide for Frame
standard provided with this manual in the Engaging Lifts; in a conspicuous location in the
literature pack. lift area convenient to the operator.
The Owner/Employer shall insure 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-2000,
American National Standard for Automotive Lifts-
Safety 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.

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 Model CL9
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
LIFTING A VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
1) Insure that the lifting arms are parked, out to To avoid personal injury, permit only qualified
full drive thru position. personnel to perform maintenance on this
2) Position the vehicle in the service bay so that equipment.
the vehicle’s center of gravity is on a line The following maintenance points are suggested
between the two columns, and so the vehicle as the basis of a preventive maintenance
is centered between the two columns. program. The actual maintenance program
DO NOT EXCEED 2250 POUNDS PER ARM. should be tailored to the installation. See
ANSI/ALI ALOIM booklet for periodic inspection
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT THE VEHICLE WITH checklist and maintenance log sheet.
ONLY TWO ARMS, AS THIS WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY • If lift stops short of full rise or chatters, check
fluid level and bleed both cylinders per
INSURE THAT THE HIGHEST POINT ON THE Installation Instructions.
VEHICLE WILL CONTACT THE OVERHEAD LIMIT
• Replace all Safety, Warning or Caution Labels
SWITCH BAR.
if missing or damaged (See Installation
DO NOT PLACE THE VEHICLE IN THE SERVICE instructions page 3.)
BAY BACKWARDS.
Daily
REFER TO THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS
• Keep lift components clean.
SERVICE MANUAL, TECHNICAL BULLETINS,
“VEHICLE LIFTING POINTS GUIDE” (ALI/LP- • Check for loose or broken parts.
GUIDE) OR OTHER PUBLICATIONS TO LOCATE • Check hydraulic system for fluid leaks.
THE RECOMMENDED LIFTING POINTS. • Check adapters for damage or excessive wear.
3) Position the arms and adapters so all four Replace as required with genuine Challenger
pads contact the vehicle simultaneously. Lifts parts.
The vehicle should remain level during lifting. • Check lock release activation. When properly
4) Raise the lift until all four wheels are off the adjusted, the idler column lock should rest
ground. Test the stability of the vehicle by firmly against the back of the column when
attempting to rock the vehicle. Check adapters engaged and against the spring mount tab
for secure contact with vehicle lift points. If the when disengaged.
vehicle seems unstable, lower the lift and Weekly
readjust the arms. If the vehicle is stable,
• Check synchronizer cables and sheaves for
raise the vehicle to a height a few inches
wear. Replace as required with genuine
above the desired working height.
Challenger Lifts parts.
5) Lower the vehicle until the safety latches on
• Check lock release cable adjustment per
both columns engage. The vehicle should
Installation Instructions step 42.
remain level when both latches are engaged.
If one side engages and the other continues to IMPORTANT: IF IDLER SIDE LOCK PAWL DOES
descend, stop lowering the vehicle, raise it NOT FULLY DISENGAGE, DAMAGE MAY RESULT
several inches, and try again to engage both TO IDLER SIDE CARRIAGE AND OR CABLE
latches. SYNCHRONIZING SYSTEM.
Always lower lift into locks before entering • Check synchronizer cable tension per
the area beneath the vehicle. Installation Instructions. Adjust if necessary.
Always use safety stands when removing or
installing heavy components. Monthly
LOWERING A VEHICLE • Torque concrete anchor bolts to 80 ft-lbs.
1) Insure that the area under the vehicle is clear • Check overhead shutoff switch. While raising
of personnel and tools. lift, operate overhead shutoff bar. Power Unit
motor should stop when bar is raised.
2) Raise the vehicle until both latches are free.
• Lubricate carriage slide tracks with heavy
3) Disengage the latches by pulling down and
viscous grease. (Grease all (4) corners of both
holding the lock release lever.
columns.)
4) Lower the vehicle by depressing the lowering
valve handle.
If any problems are encountered, contact
5) Continue to lower the vehicle until the your local service representative.
carriages stop against the base plate. Retract
the extension arms, and park them.
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance

PARTS BREAKDOWN
Fig A. Column & Overhead

ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

A1010-P 1 POWER COLUMN WELD
1
A1010-I 1 IDLER COLUMN WELD
A1055-0 COLUMN EXTENSION WELD – CL9
2 A1055-1 2 COLUMN EXTENSION WELD – CL9-1
A1055-2 COLUMN EXTENSION WELD – CL9-2
3A A1060 1 OVERHEAD CHANNEL (MID SECTION)
3B A1061 2 OVERHEAD CHANNEL (END SECTION)
4 36074 1 SHUTOFF BAR
5 31129 1 PAD
6 36027 1 OVERHEAD LIMIT SWITCH
7 A1064 2 3/8 DIA x 1 7/8 Lg. CLEVIS PIN (SHUTOFF BAR)
8 40124 2 HAIRPIN COTTER PIN
9 31036 7 3/8" FLAT WASHER
10 A1153 36 3/8-16NC HEX.FLG.HD.C.S X 3/4" Lg.
11 A1154 36 3/8-16NC HEX.FLG.NUT

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig B. Lock

FOR LIFTS EQUIPPED WITH

DUAL PENDANT CONTROL
REFER TO SEPERATE
"DUAL PENDANT CONTROL
MANUAL SUPPLEMENT"

ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

A1135-0 LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY – CL9-0
1
20 A1135-1 LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY – CL9-1
A1135-2 LOCK RELEASE CABLE ASSEMBLY – CL9-2
21 A1140 2 LOCK PAWL
22 A1133 2 LOCK COVER
23 30020 2 LOCK PIN (5/8 x 1 1/2" Lg. SHOULDER BOLT)
24 37013 2 LOCK PIN RETAINER (1/2-13NC HEX LOCK NUT)
25 37119 1 CLEVIS PIN KIT
26 A1131 2 LOCK SPRING (3/8" O.D.)
27 A1132 1 CABLE SPRING (1/2" O.D.) – Idler side ONLY
28 A1141 1 LOCK RELEASE CLEVIS ASSEMBLY – Power side ONLY
29 36096 1 BALL HANDLE – Power side ONLY

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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)

Fig C. Hydraulics

ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

A1201-15 POWER UNIT 1ph, 60 Hz, 208-230V
35 1
A1203-15 POWER UNIT 3ph, 60 Hz, 208-230/460V
36 16167 1 HYD ELBOW, 9/16 O-RING MALE TO #6 MALE FLARE
37 A1123-PU 1 HYD HOSE ASSEMBLY, POWER UNIT (22” LONG)
38 A1120 1 BULKHEAD TEE, #6 MALE 37 DEGREE FLARE
39101-024 1 COLUMN EXTENSION HOSE, CL9-1 (24” LONG)
39
39101-048 1 COLUMN EXTENSION HOSE, CL9-2 (48” LONG)
40 A1123-I 1 HYD HOSE ASSEMBLY, IDLER COLUMN (326” LONG)
41 A1122-12 7 HOSE CLAMP
42 16138 2 CYLINDER (68” STROKE X 2” BORE)
43 A1121 2 STRAIGHT ADAPTER, 9/16 MALE O-RING TO #6 MALE FLARE
44 A1123-P 1 HYD HOSE ASSEMBLY, POWER COLUMN (81” LONG)

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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)

Fig D. Synchronizer

ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

A1115-0 SYNCHRONIZER CABLE – CL9-0 (32’-8”) [ Cable Pack #A1003-0 ]
50 A1115-1 2 SYNCHRONIZER CABLE – CL9-1 (34’-8”) [ Cable Pack #A1003-1 ]
A1115-2 SYNCHRONIZER CABLE – CL9-2 (36’-8”) [ Cable Pack #A1003-2 ]
51 A1116 4 ½-20NF HEX NUT
52 A1117 4 ½-20NF HEX JAM NUT
53 A1041 6 SHEAVE ASSEMBLY (3 ½” DIA. X ¼” GROOVE)
54 A1062 2 SHEAVE PIN
55 A1063-S 4 SHORT SHEAVE SPACER
56 A1063-L 2 LONG SHEAVE SPACER
57 36013 10 1" I.D. SPACER WASHER
58 36014 2 1" EXT. RETAINING RING

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PARTS BREAKDOWN (continued)
Fig E. Carriage & Arms

ITEM # PART # QTY/LIFT DESCRIPTION

70 A1025 2 CARRIAGE WELD
71 A1040 16 SLIDE BLOCK
72 A1078 4 ARM PIN WELD
73 A1091 2 REAR FEMALE ARM WELD
74 A1094-R 2 MALE ARM WELD (REAR)
75 A1104 4 FOOT PAD RUBBER INSERT
76 A1101 4 FOOT PAD WELD
77 31061 8 1/4-20 KEPS NUT
78 39111 4 FOOT PAD RETAINER RING
A1086-P 1 FRONT FEMALE ARM WELD (POWER)
79
A1086-I 1 FRONT FEMALE ARM WELD (IDLER)
80 A1094-F 2 MALE ARM WELD (FRONT)
81 31305 4 3/8 MALE ARM RETAINER SCREW
82 31037 4 3/8 LOCK WASHER
83 A1070 4 INNER GEAR
84 12568 8 3/8-16NCx1 Lg. HEX .FLG.LOCK.HD.C.S. GR.5 ZN PLT
85 A1075 4 PULL RING
86 A1073 4 SHAFT
87 31109 4 COMPRESSION SPRING (RESTRAINT SHAFT)
88 A1072 4 OUTER GEAR
89 36014 4 1" EXT. RETAINING RING

A1090 2 REAR ARM ASSY (ITEMS NO: 73, 74, 81, 82)
A1085-P 1 FRONT ARM ASSY (POWER) (ITEMS NO: 79, 80, 81, 82)
A1085-I 1 FRONT ARM ASSY (IDLER) (ITEMS NO: 79, 80, 81, 82)
A1100 4 FOOT PAD ASSY (ITEMS NO: 75, 76, 77)
A1077 4 ARM RESTRAINT SHAFT ASSY (ITEMS NO: 85, 86, 87, 88, 89)

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