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PoweRax Motorized Horizontal Quad Bike LiftModel PRMQDL

Table of Contents

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Table of Contents PAGES

Installation Support 3

Safety Information 4-5

Required Tools 6

Hardware Kit Contents 7

Part List 8

Steps 1 9

Step 2 10

Step 3 11

Step 4 12

Step 5 13

Step 6 14

Step 7 15

Step 8 16

Step 9 17

Step10 18

Appendix I – Understanding Your Ceiling Support System

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Appendix II – Storage Locator Worksheet 20

Appendix III – Proper Mounting 21

Appendix IV – Installation Help 22

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Please Do Not Return This Product To The Store!

1-877-717-RACK (7225)

info@strongracks.com

If there are any missing or damaged parts, please contact us immediately for

replacement. In some cases, a new part can be shipped to you within 1-3 days.

Our quality control members hand check every box prior to shipment. We take this very

seriously and want you completely satisfied.

If you find that installation of our products might be a little more technical than you

anticipated, then we can simply guide you to a qualified installer and arrange for the

installation. Our vast installation support network allows us to offer you the extra

support you might need with busy schedules.

Please review our list of dealers at www.strongracks.com or contact us for help. Refer

to Appendix IV for additional installation help.

InstallationSupport

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STOP: Ensure that you understand your

ceiling support structure prior to

installing.

Ensure that you know your load prior to

loading items on your ceiling storage

system.

Our products are designed for installation into properly constructed

wood ceiling joists, TGI’s or floor joists. Do not install into metal

studs or ceiling concrete floors. We do not warranty or make any

claim to the construction of your home. If you have any questions

about your homes construction, check with your local builder. If

you are not comfortable with installing this product, call one of

our authorized dealers for support.

Do not use this unit for any other purpose than what was intended.

Proper operation and usage lies with the user.

Safety Information

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Safety Information

You must read this entire manual before attempting to install this product. We also suggest you

visit www.strongracks.com to review our installation video. If you have any additional

questions or need to speak with an installation professional, do not hesitate to call us directly.

We will provide timely responses to your questions.

1-877-717-RACK (7225) Monday - Friday 9am-5pm Arizona Time

We have hundreds of qualified dealers throughout North America. Visit www.strongracks.comto contact your local installer.

! !Warning Warning

! !Warning Warning

Electrical , Plumbing or Gas Lines May Be In The Ceiling or Walls

Be Aware of Falling Items or Personal Fall Hazard

Prior to drilling, you must identify whereyour electrical, plumbing and gas linesare inside your walls or ceilings. Failureto do so may result in damage or seriousinjury. Contact a professional to locate.

Be aware when climbing a ladder. Donot have your hands full when climbing.Do not lean out away from the ladder toload or install the system. Do notoverreach or overextend from ladder.

Ceiling Joist, Truss and Wall Stud Overloading Potential

This system can be installed into 2 or 4Ceiling Joists. We recommend that youinstall into 4. You can also install thesystem into the wall studs. If you installinto 2 joists, do not install another unitinto the same joists.

System May Be A PersonalInjury Hazard

Failure to read and follow theseinstallation instructions, per themanufacturer’s guidelines, may result inserious injury or death. If you areuncomfortable installing yourself, pleasecontact us or visit our website toidentify an installer of our products.

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Required Tools

Electric Drill with 1/8” bit

We recommend that you use the Storage Locator Worksheet (Appendix II),

to note where you would like to install our products. You can also draw out

the position / direction of your ceiling trusses, as it relates to our systems.

Keeping good notes will ensure proper installation and support future

installations.

Tape

Measure

and Pencil

Standard

Socket

Set

Optional: Electric

Hammer Drill

Stud

Finder

Cable / Wire

Cutters

Hardware Kit Contents

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Letter and Name Picture Quantity

Large Carriage Bolt [2 ½”]

X8

Small CarriageBolt [1 ½”]

X8

Small Nut x16

Small Bolt [¾”] x4

Medium Bolt [1 ½”]

x8

Large Bolt[1 ¾”]

x4

Large Nut x12

3” Lag Screw x8

Note: Extra hardware may be included in kit.

Part # and Name Picture Quantity

Down Tube x2

Inner Tube x2

Upper Swing-ArmTube

x2

Swing-ArmConnection Tube

x2

Lower Swing-Arm Tube

x2

Support Tube x4

Bike Hook x4

Eye bolt and Thimble X 4

Wire Rope Clamp X8

Hook X2 8

Part List

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Once your first level has been installed you will move onto the second level of your bike lift.

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Hardware Required:

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X4

2USING FOUR LARGE BOLTS AND 4 LARGE NUTS, ATTACH THE

DOWN TUBE TO THE TOP OF THE SECOND LEVEL DECK .

Measure from the center of the hole in the backstop to the floor. This measurement will be used to determine the overall length of the swing-arm tubes. The full swing-

arm consists of the upper, connector, and lower swing-arm tubes.

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floor

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Once the length has been determined: Secure the Upper Swing-Arm Tube with the Swing-Arm Connection Tube using 2 Small Carriage Bolts and 2 Small Nuts, Secure the Lower Swing-Arm Tube with the Swing-Arm Connection Tube using 2 Small Carriage Bolts and 2 Small Nuts.

Repeat for the other Swing-Arm, ensuring the same length and hole usage.

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Hardware Required:

x8

x8

Connector

5 To assemble the Swing-Arm: slide the connector tube into the Upper Swing-arm tube and slidethe Lower Swing-arm tube onto the connector tube. Using your measurement from theprevious page: lay your tape measure from the hole on the Upper Swing-arm tube along the sideof the tubes and adjust until you are 1” to 3” less than your measurement (this will ensure whenthe arm swings down it will have a gap from the floor).

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For maximum extension, the connector tube should have 6 holes inside each of the upper and lowerswing-arm tubes – this should never be exceeded.

Before

After1” to 3” for gap

Upper/Lower Connector

1 2 3 4 5 6

6 Attach both Swing-Arm assemblies to the Inner tubes using 1 Large Bolt and 1 Large Nut per tube.

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Hardware Required:

x2

x2

7 Attach one support tube using the bottom hole of each Swing assembly. Secure using 2 Large Carriage Bolts and 2 Small Nuts.

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Hardware Required:

x2

x2

8To determine the location of the rubberized hooks that will be holding the bike frame, pick 2 locations on the frame that best support your particular bike. These 2 points will be used to hold the bikes and may be straight, or slanted , as shown in the image below. (Continued on next page).

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Hardware Required:

x2

x2

Installation of all support tubes are

the same.

9 Continued The easiest method is to determine what bicycle will go on the bottom. From the floor measure to the locations you want your hooks, carry that measurement to the bike lift. You will want to know the bike lift width, as it will help locate your hook placement. When installing the support tubes, add an additional 1-3 inches to keep your tires from resting on the ground. The upper bike is the same method, you will need measure from the floor to the highest point on the lower bike. This measurement will be added to the floor to hook measurement.

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Hardware Required:

x4x4

Installation of all support tubes are

the same.

Floor

Floor

+ 1 - 3” to floor under bike lift

Highest Point on lower bike

x4

and

Using the eye bolts, hooks and cable, attach the second level to the first level as shown

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There are 4 standard type of roof structures:

1. Living Space above the garage area. 2. Flat roofs.

3. “Hip” / Truss roofs. 4. Traditional “Gable” roofs.

It is important to identify the type of roof structure you have, to start the process of installation.

Once you identify the type of roof structure you have, you can understand the type of

construction your have in your ceiling.

We will attempt to demonstrate the type of ceiling or truss systems but these types may vary. If

you have any questions on the type of roof structure you have, we recommend contacting your

builder, viewing your ceiling trusses via your attic access or contacting a qualified representative

to help you.

Traditional Gable

“Hip” in roof structure or

Truss roof

“Flat” Roof Structure

Appendix I –Understanding Your

Ceiling Support Systems

Living Space Above Garage

Appendix II – Storage Locator Worksheet

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Appendix III –Proper Mounting

• It is recommended to use a stud finder and physically inspect your crawl space to

locate your truss direction. You can also make note of any electrical, plumbing or

gas lines that may be around your truss system.

• Always install the lag screws directly into the center of a truss. With appropriate

installation, you should never encounter utility lines.

• We recommend probing to find the edges of your truss. This is the most reliable

method of finding the center of your truss and ensures proper installation of the

lag screws.

• Because our lag screws are designed to be contained inside of solid wood

trusses, they are 3” in length. If you find that you have pre-fabricated wood

trusses such as TGI’s, we recommend that you slowly tighten your lag screws

into the mounting track. Some pre-fabricated trusses are thin, and your lag

screws may penetrate the back side.

• If you cannot view your trusses due to a living space being above your garage,

you can purchase 2 ½” steel lag screws to replace the 3” lag screws that are

provided in your hardware kit.

• In every situation, it is best to consult with your builder or a professional to help

with your project.

Appendix IV –Need Installation Help?

Visit www.strongracks.com to locate your

nearest installer or watch our detailed

installation video. Some homeowners

prefer to stream this video in their garage

while installing our products.

While our installation videos provide a high

level of detail, you must still thoroughly

read through this installation guide prior to

starting your project.

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