Lp Faq Lifts

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the concrete requirements given by BendPak meet national or regional seismic requirements as prescribed by Uniform Building Code (UBC) and/or International Building Code (IBC)?

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-2017. 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).

What is the ceiling height required for a BendPak lift?

The required ceiling height will vary depending on the lift model, as well as the intended vehicle. Please refer to the product specification page for each product for further details.

Any suggestions for a first time installer?

Thoroughly read through the manual. Familiarize yourself with the manual, and multiple read-throughs are highly recommended. DO NOT skim through the pages. Fully comprehending the installation steps will save you time in the long run.

Do car lifts require maintenance?

A simple monthly checklist is perhaps the most you'll do on a regular basis, aside from common-sense visual inspections you'll do every time you lift and lower your vehicles. Cables need to be maintained, as do hydraulic systems. Because BendPak sells in such high volume, replacement parts (and therefore the cost of owning a BendPak car lift) are much less than the cost of owning other brands' lifts. Learn more about car lift maintenance and cable inspections.

Are car lifts available in different voltages?

Other (unlisted) voltages may be available upon request. Voltage options vary between models..

Are parts available locally?

No, Babco is the sole distributor for BendPak products across Canada.

What is the proper way to adjust and level the equalizer or lifting cables?

Loosen all cables on a lock, and then tighten each cable until the carriage or corner begins to lift up off the lock. Repeat the process on the other cables until you have level corners/carriages all around.

How can I find out who I can hire to install my lift?

Babco has ALI certified BendPak installers and/or we can contact a contracted service member near you.

What size circuit breaker does a lift's power unit require?

We recommend a 30 amp breaker for your car lift.

What type of fluid should I use for the power unit?

Use ATF Dexron 3 or higher. The amount of fluid necessary depends on the size of the reservoir.

Where can I find the bracket that hooks up to the button-end of the two-post lift cable?

It's located inside the carriage about 18” down from the top of the carriage.

Can I install a power unit on the driver-side left post of a clearfloor asymmetrical lift?

No, the power unit must be attached to the passenger-side right post, since this is where the primary safety latch is located. Switching the passenger side post to the driver’s side post would change the safety pulley angles and cause premature cable wear.

How do I bleed my two-post lift hydraulic cylinders?

1. Run the lift up and down a few times with no vehicle.
2. Lower arms to about 1 foot off the ground.
3. Slightly open the Allen bleeders on top of the cylinders, look for bubbles in the fluid. Once there are no more bubbles, close the Allen bleeders.

How far should my lift post baseplates be from a deep relief cut or the edge of my concrete slab?

Leave about 6” of space between from the edges of your lift's baseplate to the edges of any concrete slab.

Why are the arms of my two-post lift bouncing when going up and down?

There's probably air in your lines. Raise the lift to the first lock, then crack the bleeder screws at the top of the cylinders to remove air trapped in the system. When fluid starts to leak out, tighten the screws.