Torin QJY240C, Instruction Manual

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Concrete Foundation Specifications and Requirements

 Less than 10,000 lbs 2-Post Models 4 Inch Min. Thickness / 3,000 PSI (4000 PSI Recommended) 

FOUNDATION and ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS

Before installing your new lift, check the following. 

Selecting Lift Location

: Always use architects building plans when available. Check layout dimension against 

floor plan requirements making sure that adequate space is available. 

Floor Requirements

: The lift should be located on a relatively level floor of less than 3 degrees slope. If slope 

is questionable, consider a survey of the site and/or the possibility of pouring a new level concrete slab. Failure 
to do so could cause personal injury or death. 

Ceiling Requirements

: The area where the lift will be located should be free of overhead obstructions such as 

heaters, building supports, electrical lines, etc…  

Defective Concrete

: Visually inspect the site where the lift is to be installed and check for cracked or defective 

concrete. If site is in question contact a local inspection agency before installing lift. 

DO NOT 

install on asphalt or other similar unstable surface. Columns are supported only by anchoring to  

concrete floor. 

Manufacturer will not be held responsible for any concrete that may not meet slope requirements and will not be 
responsible for any charges relating to new concrete slabs pouring or leveling or damage. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND GENERAL NOTES FOR EXPANSION ANCHORS

General Instructions for the Installing Concrete Anchors

These general instructions for the installer are provided to ensure the proper selection and installation of Anchor 
Products and must be followed carefully. These general instructions are in addition to the specific design and     
installation instructions and notes provided for each particular product, all of which should be consulted prior to and 
during the installation Anchor Products.

Use proper safety equipment.

Most concrete mixes are designed to obtain the desired properties within 28 days after being cast(28-day cure).

Concrete shall have compression strength of at least 3,000 PSI and a minimum thickness of 4” in order to achieve a 
minimum anchor embedment of 3 ¼”. NOTE: When using the standard supplied ¾” x 5 ½” anchors; if the top of 
the anchor exceeds 2 ¼” above the floor grade you DO NOT have enough embedment.

Maintain a 6” minimum distance from any slab edge or seam. Hole to hole spacing should be a minimum 6 ½” in 
any direction. Hole depth should be a

minimum of 4”.

Do not modify Mechanical Wedge Anchor products. The performance of modified products may be substantially 
weakened. Manufacturer will not warrant or guarantee the performance of such modified products.

Do not alter installation procedures from those set forth in this Manual.

Drill holes for mechanical anchors with carbide-tipped drill bits meeting the diameter requirements of ANSI 
B212.15 shown in the table below. A properly-sized hole is critical to the performance of mechanical anchors.  

Rotary-hammer drills with light, high frequency impact are recommended for drilling holes.

Do not use excessively worn bits or bits which have been incorrectly sharpened.

Please note that the use of oversized holes’ is NOT permitted for anchoring lift. DO NOT USE Anchor Adhesive to 
fill spacing of oversize holes’. Move lift location or fill holes with Anchor Adhesive (see manufacturer for proper 
curing time) and Re-drill to correct Hole Specification.