Challenger Lifts Blackout Kit ensures vehicle access when power goes out

The kit enables technicians to lower a lift manually without electricity, eliminating concerns about a customer’s vehicle being stuck on a lift

Louisville, Ky.—Repair shops need to be prepared for unexpected power outages. With the new Challenger Lifts Blackout Kit, facilities can manually lower a lift during any loss of electricity.

“Every shop encounters unplanned situations. Having contingency plans in place helps minimize disruptions, especially when the power goes out,” said Trevor Coleman, national sales manager for Challenger Lifts. “The Challenger Lifts Blackout Kit enables technicians to lower a lift manually without electricity, eliminating concerns about a customer’s vehicle being stuck on a lift.”

Lightweight and easy to carry, the Blackout Kit is designed for use with Challenger two-post lift models and should only be operated by properly trained technicians.

The lift prep kit includes hoses, connectors, valve and quick disconnects that attach directly to each lift. Additionally, a pump kit is required for operation. The pump kit contains a high-pressure portable manual hand pump, attachment hoses, hydraulic connectors, a high-pressure flow control device and a tote bag.