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Mobile Lift & Accessories – Model 3000

Contents

1. Introduction…………………………………...............2

2. Technical Description

I. Electrical Components………..............3

II. Attachments……………………….............3

3. Lift Parts Description……………………................4

4. Specifications………………………………................5

5. Maintenance…………………………………..............5

6. Usage Instructions…………………………..............6

7. Pictures of various Attachments.....…….........10

8. Trouble shooting…………………………................15

9. Warranty Terms……………………………..............17

10. Notes………………………………………….................18


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INTRODUCTION

THUNDER PROFIMASTER is a new name in providing “VEHICLE LIFTING

SOLUTIONS MADE EASY” which means vehicle lifting is now completely redefined with a

German partnership. Now in India for the first time!

We are the same group who has been in the market known to all as “THUNDER HORN”

who introduced car air horns for the first time in India. Here we are with yet another innovative car

lifting concept again for the first time in India.

IME-AUTOLIFT, a brand well known in Germany for many years have been in the

manufacture of car lifts, truck lifts and train lift for more than 30 years. The company has its Head

office at Salzburg / Austria and manufacturing base in Germany and Hungary. IME-Auto lift has

sold more than 10000 machines in Europe since the year 2004 when they first invented the

concept. Now Auto-lift GmbH and Sundar Enterprises are jointly producing these machines in

India with most of the critical parts being imported from Germany.

The idea behind the invention of these machines is that a single person can now handle

the whole Garage by using various attachments for lifting, removing the engine, suspension

repair, Strut repair, exhaust repair, tyre shop, brake repair, body shop repairing, painting shop and

a lot more …

These machines are made to the German standards and have a one year warranty on

all manufacturing defects. An easy to maintain training manual helps you to keep the machine

working trouble-free for a very long period and due to the availability of all spare parts, these

machines can be used for a life time.


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USER MANUAL – THUNDER PROFIMASTER

The THUNDER PROFIMASTER with a single column is designed for lifting a vehicle sideways to allow

for mechanical repair, bodywork or repainting. It consists of a compact system with a single movable

column with different attachments for various types of work, with a lifting capacity of 1200 kg for

vehicles up to 2500 kg. Basic environmental conditions are temperatures from -10 ºC to +35 ºC,

maximum humidity of 80%. Do not use in damp conditions, standing water, rain or snow. Use only on a

flat level surface. Use the shortest approved heavy extension cord if needed. Always use the stand

provided or an approved substitute. Failure to follow these procedures can lead to injury or death.

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

A. The system consists of a single column, electrical components to be connected only to the user’s

power outlet.

B. Electrical Components

1. A single phase motor of 1.1kW at 1440 rpm for 220V (high starting torque). 2. Reversing switch of three poles with a bridge for single-phase installation of 12 amps with return-to-

zero. 3. Connecting cables:

a. Power feeding cable RV-K 3 x 1.5 mm (2 m long) b. Connection switch-motor with the cable RV-K 5 x 1 mm (0.50 m long)

C. Attachments – The Components used with this unit to accomplish a variety of uses

[FOR PICTURES OF THE FOLLOWING ATTACHMENTS, REFER PAGES 10-14]

1. Tyre Fork: A holding device for wheels. Safely and quickly lift almost any vehicle by the tyre front or rear.

2. Body Clamp: Accessory to lift from the sill or pinch weld. Lift most small vehicles quickly allowing both wheels on the same side to be free.

3. Plane Support Adapter: Plane adapter to use with body clamp. 4. Quick Fit Adapter: To be fixed over tyre fork. Used to lift the vehicle from the side leaving the

wheels free for removal tire rotation, replacement, brake inspection and more. 5. Twin Lift Attachment: Accessory to lift like the sill support on 2 points. Very useful for the shops to

lift most vehicles from the side allowing both wheels on the same side to be free.


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6. Shop Crane Adapter: Accessory to be used as an engine or general lift. Weight limit: 350kg - Leg extensions included.

7. Leg Extensions: Provide additional load balancing for your lifts by attaching leg extensions. 8. Gear Box Lift Adapter: This adapter quickly attaches to the lift to aid in transmission, fuel tank,

transfer cage and any other removal & installation. 9. Jack Stand: Accessory to be used to support vehicle after lifting and before any work is performed. 10. Engine Stand: Engine stand for cars and light truck motors, which gives the user the flexibility to

adjust the height and position. Leg extensions to be used. 11. Door Support Stand: Used for removing or replacing vehicle doors, also for repairing door hinges. 12. Transport dolly: Multipurpose shop transport dolly. This device provides free wheel movement of a

vehicle. This means you can move your vehicle in your shop with or without the wheels attached. 13. Wheel Dolly Adapter: This device is used to lift wheels in order to fix onto the vehicle. 14. Spring Compressor Adapter: Accessory to press springs and replace McPherson strut shock

absorbers. 15. Wheel Sled: Used to safely lift on grated floors, such as in down draft spray booths. 16. Squash Plate Adapter: This is useful to crush oil filter cartridges and oil tins. 17. Knee Trolley: This is useful for the operators to kneel and do under-chassis inspection, body

repair, suspension repair, brake adjustments and more. 18. Mechanic’s Trolley: This is a multi-utility trolley. It can be used for rolling under the chassis, for

sitting and for under dashboard inspection.


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D. The THUNDER PROFIMASTER consists of:

1. The Column - The basic part of the system consists of a specially shaped column of folded metal sheet into which the lifting carriage is placed. It contains two channels for the control system, a horizontal bar as a grip for moving the machine, motor mounting, belt tightening screw and the top cover with a housing for the conical load bearing.

2. The Base - The base is A-shaped with fixed wheels at two of its ends and a mobile one at the third opposite end. This ensures stability and mobility. The base is made of two parallel bars bent at the right angle, a beam welded to the parallel bars and two centered holes. The bottom of the bars has housing for a bearing

3. Lifting Carriage - The carriage consists of a U-shaped structure, with two axles containing each a wheel with dry bushings, which carry the weight to lift, a cover with a hole for the spindle, and a vertical hook at the front for holding the different fittings. Inside is a force nut of an appropriate material for this function. Also a safety nut with an appropriate mechanism is provided to stop the use in case of breakage of the principal nut.

4. Control Mechanism - The control mechanism consists of parallel bars in a special design, on the top of which there is a control lever for the lifting and lowering of the vehicle. A reversing switch is attached to the bottom part of the bars, for the forward and backward run of the motor. This switch has its own box, with power cables going to the electrical motor on one side and to the electrical outlet on the other. The electrical motor’s power is of 1.1kW 1440 rpm, single-phase with high starting torque. The bars have two limit stops which mark the travel end for a total of approx. 1 m between the two ends. The bar also contains a pin for the safety control system.

5. Power Mechanism - Parallel to the column is a spindle which, through rotation, lifts or lowers the weight. It is supported between the upper and the lower bearings. Underneath, a pulley is linked through a belt with a motor pulley, located above the axle of the electrical motor.


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SPECIFICATIONS

Sizes:

A. Total height: 1340 mm

B. Footprint: 900 x 750 mm

C. Weight: 72 kg

D. Lifting capacity: 1200Kg (vehicle weight 2500kg)

E. Max. Lifting height: approximately 980mm

F. Max. Lifting time: 35s

G. Max. Wheel size: 18”

H. Electrical protection: IP 54

I. Contact protection: grounded

J. Electrical motor: Operates with a voltage fluctuation up to ± 5% and frequency fluctuation up to ± 1%

MAINTENANCE

Grease screw rod spindle monthly

(Use Molybdenum grease)

Check belt periodically for wear

NOTICE AND WARNINGS

MAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATION FOR LIFTING A VEHICLE WITH AIR SUSPENSION.

DO NOT USE THIS LIFT ON HIGH TOP OR CONVERSION VANS. ALWAYS RELEASE THE HANDBRAKE AND PLACE GEAR IN NEUTRAL POSITION.

OPERATING YOUR THUNDER PROFIMASTER OUTSIDE OF THE RECOMMENDED

MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS, GUIDELINES, AND NOTICES WILL VOID YOUR DEVICE

WARRANTY


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USAGE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Move the Lift with the handlebar. (see figure 1)

2. Put in the desired position, i.e. at the front or rear wheel of the vehicle which you want to lift, with the holding device for wheels (push until it touches the tyre) or the holding device for the sill.

3. Plug the lift into the outlet. (see figure 2)


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4. Before lifting the vehicle, make sure the engine is turned off. Release the handbrake and put the gear in neutral position. (see figure 3)

5. Once these steps are completed, the vehicle can be lifted, as shown in the following image, moving up the lever until the desired height of the vehicle is reached (see figure 4) and moving down for lowering the vehicle. Don’t forget to release the handbrake and put the gear in neutral position when you are using the THUNDER PROFIMASTER. If you have no power available and the vehicle is in a lifted state, you can lower the vehicle by removing the top rubber cap and turning the spindle anticlockwise with a 30mm wrench.

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6. You can also lift the vehicle at the rear wheel by proceeding as explained above. (see figure 6)

7. In case you want to lift the vehicle by the sill instead of by a wheel, you will have to replace the holding device for the wheel by the holding device for the sill. To do this, follow the next steps: Don’t forget to release the handbrake of the vehicle and to put the gear in neutral position!!!

a. Lift the holding device for the wheel, then take it from the groove and place the holding device for the sill in it as shown in figure 8


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8. Once the holding device for the sill is placed in the THUNDER PROFIMASTER the vehicle can be lifted sideways, following the next steps: Place the lift perpendicular to the vehicle’s side-view mirror as shown in figures 8, 9, 10

9. Remember that the THUNDER PROFIMASTER with the holding device for the sill always has to be aligned with the vehicle’s external rear-view mirror. Never in the center (see figure 11) or at the back (see figure 12).


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Why does the vehicle not turn over when lifting it with the THUNDER

PROFIMASTER

The vehicle is shown by the force F representing its weight. The force F will remain vertical as the

vehicle gradually inclines. On the other side is the point of rotation R. While the vehicle is inclining, the

distance ‘d’ between ‘F’ and ‘R’ decreases. Until this distance ‘d’ doesn’t reach zero or turn negative,

the vehicle WILL NOT TURN OVER.

This will NEVER happen with the THUNDER PROFIMASTER


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PICTURES OF VARIOUS ATTACHMENTS

Tyre Fork Pic. 1

Body Clamp Pic. 2

Plane Support Adaptor Pic. 3

Quick Bed Adaptor Pic. 4


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Pic. 5

Twin Lift Attachment (This attachment is necessary only when you buy two lifts)

Shop Crane Adaptor Pic. 6

Shop Crane with Leg Extension Pic. 7

Pic. 8

Gear Box Lift Adapter


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Jack Stand Pic. 9

Door Support Stand Pic. 10

Transport dolly Pic. 11

Spring Compressor Adaptor Pic. 12


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Wheel Sled Pic. 13

Knee Trolley Pic. 14

Mechanic’s Trolley Pic. 15


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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Motor does not turn or sound

Cable not plugged into mains Disconnected cable in reversing switch Disconnected cable in motor

Reconnect

Motor turns too slowly

Capacitor 25 mf burnt Disconnected cable in reversing switch Disconnected cable in motor

Replace capacitor(25mf or 30mf) Reconnect Reconnect

Motor turns but the carriage does not go up

Pulley is loose Tighten pulley

Motor does not turn but sounds

Excessive weight Starting capacitor burnt Wrong electrical wiring Working nut worn out

Reduce weight, do not exceed vehicles more than 2500kg Replace capacitor(160mf or 80mf) Check electrical wiring Check working and safety nut

Thermal switches trip Unsuitable thermal switch Motor burnt Wrong electrical wiring Excessive weight

Install switch with at least 16A Replace motor Check electrical wiring Reduce weight, do not exceed vehicles more than 2500kg

Motor turns wrong way

Inverted cables Exchange grey/blue with yellow/green cables in switch box or motor


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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

High pitch sound

Lack of grease Lifting nut defective

Grease the spindle with a grease pistol Replace nut

Spindle wears out or produces burr

Wrong usage of the lift without loosening the handbrake or putting the gear in neutral Broken bearing

Check usage of lift Replace bearing

Pulley touches frame of the system

Strike from beneath Remove top cover and move the spindle down

High pitch sound on forward wheels while lifting

Lack of oil on wheel socket Lubricate


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1. Warranty terms

The Thunder Profimaster Lifts are warranted for any

manufacturing defects of parts observed during regular usage,

provided the non functioning is not due to improper handling,

lack of preventive maintenance like greasing, belt tightening or

due to dismantling or attempt to repair by any unauthorized

personal.

The warranty does not include parts which are subject to

natural abrasion, such as: rubber supports, support plates,

illumination parts.

The warranty does not include damages caused to surfaces of

lifts or attachments which happen during regular usage of the lift.

The warranty time for lifts is basically 12 months from handing

over to the Customer.

We offer 12 months of warranty for spare parts from date of

the delivery note.

A warranty repair does not extend the warranty time of the lift

or spare part.

We do not refund any cost incurred due to the defect of the lift

OR any costs for repairs done by an unauthorized person or

replacement of parts thereof.


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Notes

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