Bradbury series 40 4 post lift manual

[Matchless]

Hi, new here, just bought a mk3 Bradbury 4 poster lift, have got it in position where we want it, cables all connected but no up, or down motion when buttons pressed, worked fine when we went to view it but since got it to our unit, nothing, motor is engaging but no movement, any ideas please thanks

post a few pictures of the main pillar and hydraulic tank to refresh our memories! on my Bradburys, I had three at one time, the motor ran a pump so maybe the motor is running backwards?? or the hydraulic system has an open valve and so cannot build pressure in the ram? one of mine had the tank seperate to the main post, one it was at the bottom of the post,

 

[M.F.]

Has it got enough oil in?
Alternatively as @Matchless said, motor may be running backwards. Power off and swap any 2 phases, then try again

 

[Brian cooper]

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[M.F.]

That’s not a 40 series......

That’s an 800 mk3

Check the RED painted bolt on the LHS of the valve block inside the cabinet is tight. That is the emergency release in case of power cut. This is needed because 800 mk3 has a solenoid valve integral to the valve block which 40 series doesn’t.

 

[Jamief194]

Hi just got a set of Bradbury 40 series ramps looking for installation manual on how the lift ropes go in the drive end beam and where the pulls spaces go

many thanks

 

[mm289]

Rather than start a new thread I thought I would add to this.
Have Bradbury lift master mk2 1978. Great 4 post that I have converted to single phase via an inverter.

We took it apart to move today and was a piece of cake until we came to take the power column down. Unlike the series 40 the mk2 has the pump and reservoir at floor level attached to the post.

we couldn't figure out how to get the beam separated from the post. Did it in the end by lifting the column to reveal the 4 bolts that secure the beam to the ram but just wondered if this is the right way.

The setup is different to the series 40 so that manual doesn't work for this bit.

Just wondered if anyone had experience on the mk2? @M.F. ?

Cheers.

MM

 

[reb78]

Rather than start a new thread I thought I would add to this.
Have Bradbury lift master mk2 1978. Great 4 post that I have converted to single phase via an inverter.

We took it apart to move today and was a piece of cake until we came to take the power column down. Unlike the series 40 the mk2 has the pump and reservoir at floor level attached to the post.

we couldn't figure out how to get the beam separated from the post. Did it in the end by lifting the column to reveal the 4 bolts that secure the beam to the ram but just wondered if this is the right way.

The setup is different to the series 40 so that manual doesn't work for this bit.

Just wondered if anyone had experience on the mk2? @M.F. ?

Cheers.

MM

A year younger than mine! I have a 1977 Dockmaster.

 

[M.F.]

Rather than start a new thread I thought I would add to this.
Have Bradbury lift master mk2 1978. Great 4 post that I have converted to single phase via an inverter.

We took it apart to move today and was a piece of cake until we came to take the power column down. Unlike the series 40 the mk2 has the pump and reservoir at floor level attached to the post.

we couldn't figure out how to get the beam separated from the post. Did it in the end by lifting the column to reveal the 4 bolts that secure the beam to the ram but just wondered if this is the right way.

The setup is different to the series 40 so that manual doesn't work for this bit.

Just wondered if anyone had experience on the mk2? @M.F. ?

Cheers.

MM

Lift up the outer shroud of the power column to expose the 4 bolts which fasten the lifting links to the platform end beam. In order to lift the column shroud, you first need to disconnect the lowering valve lever mechanism (small access hole in shroud, just below the level of the top of the hydraulic tank)and remove the flexible part of the ram overflow pipe.

When re-installing, make sure that the 4 bolts are wired together and check that the knock off flag on the end of the beam is secure and undamaged. Then when raising for the first time, ensure the knock off flag hits the lowering mechanism, as this actuates the micro switch in the hydraulic tank to cut power to the motor when full height is reached.

 

[mm289]

Great thanks @M.F. that's reassuring as that's what we did in the end but it took us a couple of hours to figure out

We were going really well and had the rest of the ramp down in a couple of hours and thought we would have it all loaded by lunchtime then got stuck on this bit

I am guessing when you do it by the book you remove the power column/power beam guides before lowering as the one that is covered by the tank when down is a pig to get to? The only bit we got wrong was not noticing the retainer tab that goes on the beam behind the column to stop it coming out (until we bent it)

Also is the "pipe" form the pump to the ram actually a channel buried inside the bottom fixing plate? We ended up transporting the power column complete with tank/motor as couldn't see an easy way to separate, was the hardest bit of all to move as its an awkward weight/size.

If its OK I might well tap you up for some advise when we come to re-assemble as last time I had it fitted by a commercial company, but tbh it looks pretty straightforward as long as you get it square etc.

I did look for a manual for the Liftmaster but couldn't find anything online, although it all looks pretty similar to the series 40 one above apart from the power column.

Cheers,

MM

 

[M.F.]

Great thanks @M.F. that's reassuring as that's what we did in the end but it took us a couple of hours to figure out

We were going really well and had the rest of the ramp down in a couple of hours and thought we would have it all loaded by lunchtime then got stuck on this bit

I am guessing when you do it by the book you remove the power column/power beam guides before lowering as the one that is covered by the tank when down is a pig to get to? The only bit we got wrong was not noticing the retainer tab that goes on the beam behind the column to stop it coming out (until we bent it)

Also is the "pipe" form the pump to the ram actually a channel buried inside the bottom fixing plate? We ended up transporting the power column complete with tank/motor as couldn't see an easy way to separate, was the hardest bit of all to move as its an awkward weight/size.

If its OK I might well tap you up for some advise when we come to re-assemble as last time I had it fitted by a commercial company, but tbh it looks pretty straightforward as long as you get it square etc.

I did look for a manual for the Liftmaster but couldn't find anything online, although it all looks pretty similar to the series 40 one above apart from the power column.

Cheers,

MM

These mk2’s are always awkward to get the power column apart, but it sounds like you’ve worked it out. The later 40 series are much easier!

You‘re right about the oil feed from the motor to the ram, it is a machining in the base plate and the tank/motor/pump assembly does not separate from the ram.

Re-assembly is as per post #7. Lay the built up platform where you want it on wooden blocks, then bring the power column to the platform. Once the power column is shimmed level, you can wire it up and put the other 3 columns in place without bolting down. Run the lift up about 2-3 feet then final position/shim/level the 3 auxiliary columns to take as much sway out as possible.

Feel free to give me a shout if you need anything. Where are you located? I travel a lot with work so might be able to pop by.

 

[mm289]

Thank @M.F. We were in Kent and are just relocating to Hampshire where I am hoping to get it installed in the barn we are renting

Hopefully that won't take me toooooo long

Cheers,

MM

 

[mm289]

Just to say got this finished and installed in the new barn. Thanks for all the advice especially @M.F. , went in pretty easily in the end.

Quick question, on the back of the tank there is a cut out that had this piece of square tube in it that looks to match up to a cutout in the power column. It was never connected to anything previously and just wondered what its purpose was?

Cheers,

MM

 

[reb78]

On my lift, that square lets you see where one of the stops on the ram catches the lever you use to raise the ramps. Not a very good description but hopefully makes sense! With no weight on the ramps, mine is slightly misaligned so often catches and a poke with a screwdriver will solve it....

 

[jordhandson]

If anyone gets stuck for pulliesand pins I do have a few give me a shout.

 

[M.F.]

@mm289 from memory (and it’s a long time since I had one of these in bits!) I’m 99% sure that the square section tube should be connected to a piece of flexible tube inside the power column shroud and facilitates the return to the hydraulic tank of any oil which has gone past the ram seal.

 

[Holken]

If anyone gets stuck for pulliesand pins I do have a few give me a shout.

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Hi do you have any pins and pulley left? Cheers

 

[V8adie]

Rather than start a new thread I thought I would add to this.
Have Bradbury lift master mk2 1978. Great 4 post that I have converted to single phase via an inverter.

We took it apart to move today and was a piece of cake until we came to take the power column down. Unlike the series 40 the mk2 has the pump and reservoir at floor level attached to the post.

we couldn't figure out how to get the beam separated from the post. Did it in the end by lifting the column to reveal the 4 bolts that secure the beam to the ram but just wondered if this is the right way.

The setup is different to the series 40 so that manual doesn't work for this bit.

Just wondered if anyone had experience on the mk2? @M.F. ?

Cheers.

MM

Hi what inverter are you using?

 

[Doddy2022]

If anyone gets stuck for pulliesand pins I do have a few give me a shout.

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Hi mate you wouldn’t happen to
Have to pin out of the ram itself at the top with the spacers would you I can’t find one anywhere it bolts the two sleeves to the bottom of the bed from the top of the ram on the master post.

 

[D1cky1982]

I may be clutching at straws here. I was hoping someone could assist me in identifying a Bradbury four post lift I have inherited.
Does anyone know what model.tgis could be ?
Reason I ask is I am hoping to source information on how the cables route themselves..

 

[D1cky1982]

Apologies for all the pics.