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PowerRax Double Bike Lift

Model: Motorized and Manual

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 & 2 9

Step 3 10-12

Step 4 13

Step 5 14

Step 6 15

Step 7 16-17

Step 8 18

Step 9 19

Step 10 20

Step 11 21-24

Step 12 25-26

Appendix I – Understanding Your Ceiling Support System

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Appendix II – Storage Locator Worksheet 28

Appendix III – Proper Mounting 29

Appendix IV – Installation Help 30

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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

Stud

Finder

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

Metal Hack SawElectric Hammer Drill

Optional Tools

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

Mounting Track x2

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

Pick Point or x1

Mounting Tracks w/additional holes

(motorized version only*)

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Part List

1Determine your ceiling support system. To understand your truss direction, spacing orplacement, you may need to enter your attic. You may also need to consult your builder or alicensed contractor. As an additional resource, refer to Appendix I. Tip: The direction of yourceiling outlets will indicate the direction of your trusses, just as the location of your garage doorsupport will indicate the location and spacing of your trusses.

2Determine what section of the garage will house your new Bike Lift. Make sure there are noobstructions within the designated space (i.e., lights, attic door, sprinklers, etc.). If you havecabinets in your garage, make sure there is adequate clearance for doors to open.

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You may secure your Mounting Track into a

single truss by inserting the lag bolts

through the center holes.

You may secure your Mounting Track into two

separate trusses: from the center of the mounting

track measure approximately 1 ¼” in

each direction to pinpoint the appropriate drilling

locations.

Four lag screws secure each mounting track into

two trusses

Two lag screws secure each

mounting track onto a single

truss

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Follow Instructions 3A 3B

There are two methods to install the mounting tracks. Determine which is needed for your placement before

proceeding.

Follow Instructions

3AWhen installing down the center of the Mounting Track: find the center of the truss (for more indepth information please see Appendix III), drill a pilot hole, secure the Mounting Track with oneLag Screw firmly (Do not over tighten). Square the Mounting track by measuring from a fixedpoint to your first Lag Screw, carry that measurement to your next Lag Screw evenly and securelytighten both.

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Hardware Required:

x4

Ensure the lag screw is in the center of the truss.

Refer to Appendix III for additional information

regarding proper mounting.

No!Yes!

If your truss spacing is 24” center to center, you will

attach your Mounting Tracks 24” apart.

When installing down the center of a truss:

If your truss spacing is 16” center to center, you will attach your Mounting Tracks to two trusses measuring 32”

apart (skipping the center truss).

24”32”

3BWhen installing the Mounting Track into separate trusses: find the center of the truss (for morein depth information please see Appendix III), drill a pilot hole, secure the Mounting Track withone Lag Screw firmly (Do not over tighten). Square the Mounting track by measuring from afixed point to your first Lag Screw, carry that measurement to your next Lag Screw evenly andsecurely tighten both. Four Lag screws per Mounting track should be used.

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Hardware Required:

x8

Ensure the lag screw is in the center of the truss.

Refer to Appendix III for additional information

regarding proper mounting.

No!Yes!

24”

Mounting Tracks should be installed 24” Center to Center.

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Hardware Required:

x4

Secure each of the Down Tubes to the Mounting track using two Small Bolts per tube. Ensure the Down Tubes are in the same position on the Mounting Track by counting the holes to keep them in line with one another. You may choose any location on the track that suits your needs.

Measure from the center of the holein the backstop to the floor. Thismeasurement will be used todetermine the overall length of theswing-arm tubes. The full swing-armconsists of the upper, connector, andlower swing-arm tubes.

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Swing Arm

6 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

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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

8 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

9Attach 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

10 Attach one support tube using the top hole of each Swing assembly (just below the pivot point). Secure using 2 Large Carriage Bolts and 2 Small Nuts.

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Hardware Required:

x2

x2

11 Option 1: Flex the system until it is level. Directly above the pick point, in the center of the unit, place a pencil mark on the ceiling. This mark is going to be representative of your motor hook.

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XX

End View Side View

A

B

Option 2: Measure the length point “A” to point “B” and use that measurement to create your pencil mark on the ceiling

11 ContinuedThe “X” from the previous step is representing the pick location of the lift. The center of the spool on the motor is where this should be placed relative to the “X”. Below are measurements of the “X” in relationship to the holes on the motor case.

This step is continued on the next page, refer back to the measurements below, if necessary.

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X1 ¾ ”

1”

7 ½”

3 ½”

11 ContinuedBelow show the 2 options for attaching the mounting tracks to the motor. Based on your ceiling truss direction you will install the tracks either:

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X XOR

Arrows represent truss direction

*Please note that your motor will most likely not be installed in the center of the mounting tracks, they need to be installed for your particular application.

11 ContinuedTo determine our drill location we will find the closest trussrelative to our “X”.

In this example we will install our motor with the trussesrunning left to right. Our trusses are 24” on center. From our“X” on the ceiling we would measure 1” to the left, to get thecenter of our mounting track. We would then drill our pilot holein the center of the truss 1” left of the “X”.

From that drill location you would measure back to your “X” todetermine how to mount your tracks to the motor, ensuringproper alignment and location.

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X

Tip: For ease of install, it is recommended to have 2 people, one to hold the motor and one to lag the mounting tracks to the ceiling.

truss

truss

24”

1”

?

1 ¾”

11 Continued – Block and TackleTo determine our drill location we will find the closest trussrelative to our “X”.

In this example we will install our block and tackle with thetrusses running left to right. Our trusses are 24” on center.From our “X” on the ceiling we would measure 1” to the left, toget the center of our mounting track. We would then drill ourpilot hole in the center of the truss 1” left of the “X”.

From that drill location you would measure back to your “X” todetermine how to mount your track for the block and tackle,ensuring proper alignment and location.

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X

Manual Version

truss

truss

24”

1”

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1 ¾”Eye Bolt

Block and Tackle is attached to the eye bolt in the center of the mounting track

Manual Version

Manual Version

Manual Version

12 To 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.

12 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

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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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