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you with lift installation and operation.
For further assistance please contact
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AmeriGlide's Technical Support
Department.
Tel: 866-378-6648
Fax: 816-537-0641 SERIAL NO
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Table of Contents
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Installing the lift
rUsing the Manual 2
When You Receive the Lift 3
Specifications 3
Safety 3
Code Requirements 4
Site Requirements 4
Required Tools 4
Required Materials 4
Preparing to Install the Lift 5
Controller Harness Connections 5
Installing the platform 6
Installing the outer guard panel 7
Installing the fixed ramp 7
Installing the folding ramp 8
Anchoring the Lift 9
Setting the Limit Switches 10
Verifying Operation of the Lift 11
Manual Override 12
Call-Sends (optional) 12
Top Landing Gate (optional) 13
EMI and Flush Strike (optional) 14
Platform Gate (optional) 15
Fascia Panel (optional) 16
Owner's Section 17
Safety 18
Controls 19
Operating the Lift 20
Warranty 22
Using the Manual
This manual will provide step by step instructions on how to install and operate your lift. Read
and understand the entire manual before beginning to install the lift.
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When You Receive the Lift
I • Check the lift for shipping damage. If you see any damage contact the freight carrier to file a damage
claim.
I • Verify the products match that described on the packing list attached to the exterior packaging.
• Verify the contents of the package match that shown below to the right.
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Specifications
Payload Capacity 600 lbs
Vertical Travel 53" — 125" r"..71177. "."
Foot Print VARIES
Platform Size 36" x 48" / 36" x 54" /42" x 54"
Input Voltage 115vac- 20a
Control Voltage 24vac or 24vdc
Platform Speed 10 ft/min
Motor 1/2hp-90vdc or 1/2hp-24vdc
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Safety
• Read all instructions in this manual before installing or operating the lift.
• Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of 750 lbs.
• Do not ride on the lift until it is anchored in place.
• This product is designed only for lifting people and wheel chairs. Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Always wear eye protection while installing or servicing this product.
• Always disconnect this product from the electrical source before servicing it.
• Only use the fasteners supplied with this lift.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on this product.
• Do not disable any safety equipment or switches supplied with this lift.
• Stay away from all drive train components while the lift is operating.
Code Requirements
I Your lift has been designed to meet ASME A18.1 section 2 and CSA B44/ASME A17.5, with the
addition of certain options. Code requirements for Vertical Platform lifts vary depending on location.
It is the installers responsibility to contact their local code enforcement office and determine all of the
regulations they are subject to. You must do this before installing the Vertical Platform Lift.
Site Requirements
• The lift will require a 115vac 20amp grounded circuit.
• Outdoor Installations will require a GFI protected circuit.
• Only install the lift on a 4" thick , level 3,500 psi reinforced concrete slab.
• Foot Print varies depending on platform size and options.
Required tools
• 1/2" Hammer Drill
• 3/8" Masonry Drill Bit
• Appliance Dolly
• Hammer
• Level
• Measuring Tape
• Socket Wrench Set
Required materials
• 4 Floor anchors
AmeriGlide recommends securing the lift using our Anchor Kit. If you purchase you own
floor anchors they must use 3/8" bolts and have a minimum tensile strength of 6000 LBS.
Preparing to Install the Lift
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Final Site Inspection
rVerify the surface the lift will mount to is smooth and level. This surface must be made from 3,500 psi
reinforced concrete with a minimum thickness of 4".
Verify that there is enough space for the lifts foot print. Be sure to include space neccesary for platform.
Caution: Verify that the running clearance around the lift complies with
any codes for your area.
• The horizontal gap between the edge of the platform and the upper landing must no less than 3/8"
and no greater than 3/4".
• The horizontal gap between the guard panel and any wall or barrier must be no less than 2" and
no greater than 3".
• Verify that sufficient head room exists above the lift. The lift will require 6' 8" of clearance above
the platform floor when the lift is at the upper landing.
Warning: The area between the floor where the lift is mounted and the top
landing must be covered by a smooth vertical fascia. This is to to eliminate any pinch
points between the platform and landing.
Connecting to Electricity
The lift will require a 115 VAC 20 amp grounded electrical circuit.
Depending on local codes, this connection may need to be routed in electrical conduit and hard-wired.
Warning: Do not ride on the lift until it has been anchored in place.
Controller Harness Connections
High Voltage
Circuit Breaker Platform Safety Pan Upper Landing Upper& Lower
(AC unit only) Traveling Cable JumperInterlock Limit Switches
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Low Voltage Phone Jack Lower Landing Upper& Lower Bypass Switches
Circuit Breaker Connection Interlock Call-Sends (Strikes only)
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Installing the Platform
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Step 1 Step 3
The mounting bolts, nuts and spacers that Align the four mounting holes and insert a 1/2"
secure the platform to the lift carriage are x 3" bolt into each hole. The upper holes
packaged in the small parts box. Begin by have a spacer that must be placed in
locating these pieces and setting aside. between the carriagne flange and platform
F leg. Install the locknut on each bolt and
ti.hten sufficient) a•prox. 50 lb-ft.).
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Position the platform by aligning the support
legs with the carriage flanges that protrude Step 4
• from the front cover. Plug in the harness for the platform safety
pan and unplug the safety pan jumper on the
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. under the clip on top of the carria•e flange.
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Installing the Outer Guard Panels
1 Step 1 Step 3
Remove the hexbolts on the corners of the Plug in the harness for the platform control
platform. Insert the guard panel posts into box. Secure the harnesses under the clip on
the pockets in the platform. The smooth side top of the carriage flan•e.
of the guard panels should face in towards
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If you have a 90 degree exit platform, install Installing Fixed
the end guard panel using the provided
bracket and bolt to inner guard panel. Ram p
Step 1
• Position the ramp after the lift is in its final
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location.
i • Maintain a gap of 3/8" to 3/4" between the
• • ramp and platform.
I • Drill a pilot hole into the concrete and
fasten using supplied concrete lags through
• Step 2 ramp flanges.
Install the platform control box on the rear 1
guard panel using screws and nuts through
the panel.
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Installing Auto-folding Ramp (optional)
Step 1 Step 3
Install the ramp roller guide on the side of the Attach the ramp to the pivot tabs using
lift tower using the screws already installed in shoulder bolts and locking nuts. Tighten the
the panels. nuts until the seat a•ainst the bolt shoulder.
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1,' Attach the ramp roller arm by bolting it to the
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Attach the two ramp pivot tabs to the lower •
landing sides of the platform. Reinsert the
hex bolts, one of which will go through the IA.
guard panel post, and tighten.
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contact with the ram• roller guide.
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Anchoring the Lift Step 4 (800 or taller models)
�7 Taller lifts must have the top of the lift
IAnchors tower anchored into a solid surface to
AmeriGlide recommends securing the lift using ensure running clearances remain
the concrete anchors provided. If you constant.
! purchase you own floor anchors they must be There are two options for anchoring the top of
1 3/8" minimum of sufficient length. All four the tower:
floor anchors must be installed correctly
`I- in accordance to their instructions. 1) For lifts going up to a landing such as a
deck or porch, the optional tower brace is
Step 1 the preferred method. Instructions for the
• Position the lift in its final location. brace are packaged with it.
• Verify that it is level and perpendicular to its
surroundings and all running clearances are
the proper dimension. �- •
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Step 2
Use the lift's base as a template. Drill 4 holes . M , I
into the concrete making sure that the holes I i,'
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the tower against a solid wall such as
inside of a hoistway, drilling two holes
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anchoring is preferred.
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Tip: Concrete dust may have settled into
the holes you just drilled. Use a shop
vacuum to clean out these holes. This will
ensure the floor anchors set correctly.
Anchortwo locations
Step 3
Secure the lift in place by tightening the floor
Ii anchor bolts.
Setting the Limit Switches
Your lift is equipped with upper and lower limit switches. The vertical location of these switches may be
adjusted to fit your application. Typically the upper limit switch will need to be adjusted so the platform will
stop level with the upper landing. The lower limit will typically not need adjusting.
Step 1 Step 4
Verify the emergency switch is in the ON Loosen the bolts that attaches the upper limit
position. Run the lift in the up direction until switch assembly. Slide the assembly down
the platform floor is level with the upper the track until the lower switch in the
landing. Disconnect the lift's power (at the assembly comes in contact with the lift's car.
building's circuit breaker for AC units, at the You should hear the limit switch click as
battery box for DC units) before going to the contact is made. Retighten the set screw
next step. fastenin. the limit switch assembl in place.
Warning: Moving components can cut
and crush. Do not operate the lift if you
are in close proximity to any drive ;,
components. Be aware that loose •
clothing or jewelry may catch on moving •
parts.
Step 2
Remove the screws at the top of the lift that
attach the front cover.
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Replace the front cover and secure it with
the screws you removed in step 1.
Step 3 Step 6
Remove the front cover by tilting it forward Re-connect the lifts electricial power at the
and lifting upwards. The bottom of the front
cover sits on a pin on either side of the lift circuit breaker. Verify that the emergency
frame. Set the cover aside in a safe location switch is in the on position.
where it will not get damased. Step 7
Run the lift in the down direction for several
inches. Next, run the lift in the up direction.
Continue to press the up button until the
• upper limit switch has caused the lift to stop.
(+ , Verify that the platform has stopped level
with the upper landing. If it has not, readjust
the limit until it is level.
Verifying Operation of the Lift
I Caution: Complete the following section before training the customer to use
the lift.
Step 1
Run the lift up and down for 5 complete cycles. Hold the direction button down and allow the limit
switches to stop the lift. At the top, verify that the platform stops level with the upper landing. At the
bottom, verify the access ramp (if equipped) unfolds and rests on the ground.
Step 2
Verify the operation of the Emergency stop switch. When this switch is pushed in the lift should not run in
either direction. When this switch is turned and pulled back out, the lift should operate normally.
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Step 3
Verify the operation of the sensor pan underneath the platform. Start with the lift at the top landing. Press
up on the sensor pan. While holding the pan in this location, press the down switch on the platform. The
lift should not run.
Warning: Do not run the lift if anyone is under the platform.
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Manual Override Call-Sends (optional)
Your lift is equipped with a manual The optional Call-Send controls are to be
handcrank, to be used in the case of a power used at the upper and/or lower landings to
failure. call the platform to you or send it to the other
landing.
Step 1
Before using the manual handcrank verify They should be mounted on the wall at each
that it's use is required. Check that the landing at a convenient height. Consult local
emergency stop switch is pulled out. Check codes for placement with consideration to
that the electrical cord is connected to the clearances.
supply. Also check that the buildings circuit
breaker has not tripped. Try to run the lift by ifib,..
pushing both the up and down buttons. If the - \
lift still will not run, complete the following
steps:
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Disconnect the power from the lift. 4
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manual handcrank while the lift is
connected to electricity.
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Remove the screws and remove the top cap
at the to of the tower.
A length of multi-conductor wire will
need to be ran from the bottom of the lift
tower up to the landing Call-Sends.
Consult local codes for type and
mounting requirements. After wiring is
completed, the wiring harness must be
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the controller(ref pg 5).
Step 4 Wiring Connections
Insert the manual handcrank into the
opening on the top of the brake assembly. It Call-Send Lift Harness
may be neccesary to slightly rotate the Blue Blue
handcrank until it fully seats down on the hex White White
portion of the brake. Rotate the crank to Red Red
raise or lower the platform.
Warning: Never operate the lift while the
manual override crank is inserted into the
lift.
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Top Landing Gate (optional) A length of multi-conductor wire will
The optional top landing gate is provided with a combination need to be ran from the bottom of the lift
mechanical lock and electric contact (interlock). tower up to the landing gate. Consult
local codes for type and mounting
The interlock: requirements. After wiring is completed,
• Prevents the lift from running if the gate is not closed. the wiring harness must be plugged into
• Prevents the gate from being opened if the platform is it appropriate receptacle on the
not at the top landing. controller(ref pg 5).
• Unlocks when the lift is on the upper limit switch.
Wiring Connections
Interlock Harness Lift Harness
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_ Black Green
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Yellow Orange
Latch Post Cover *Blue
* Brown
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Call-Send Harness Lift Harness
Manual Interlock Release Blue Blue
Yellow White
Red Red
A crescent shaped key is provided to manually unlock the gate
during installation. The key is inserted from the back
side to lift up on the solenoid that holds the gated
locked.
Mount the gate by placing onto the upper landing
making sure to align the gate opening with the platform ILIIP 1
(outer guard rail not shown for clearity).
There are a number of attachment holes provided in the
threshold portion of the gate for mounting using wood
lag screws or concrete anchors as appropriate.
Remove the latch post cover and connect the call-send o �:ri"
and interlock wire harnesses. ^� __ . f
The vertical posts of the gate must be attached to a I
supporting structure, (the gate is not designed to be
freestanding).
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EMI and Flush Strike Interlocks (optional)
I The optional EMI or Flush Strike Interlocks are provided
with a combination mechanical lock and electric EMI Interlock
contact. They are to be used with existing doors.
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• Prevents the lift from running if the door is not
closed.
• Prevents the door from being opened if the
platform is not at the landing.
A length of multi-conductor wire will need to be ran from i, . ;,,
the bottom of the lift tower to each interlock. Consult � ';.'.1,
local codes fort e and mountingrequirements. After U`
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Flush Strike Interlock
Refer to the instructions inside the strike box for 1) Position interlock to door jamb and mark
mounting requirements. mounting holes.
2) Fasten Interlock to door jamb with #8 wood
Flush Strike Interlock Wiring Connections screws.
For AC powered lifts 3) Route 4-conductor Interlock cable thru hole in
Flush Strike Wires Rectifier Wires Lift Harness Wires top of interlock and make wire connections.
Black-White Stripe Red 4) Attach door keeper and emergency key plates
Black-White Stripe Black to hoistway door.
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Green Brown
Red Red
Black Black
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Flush Strike Wires Lift Harness Wires EMI Interlock Wiring Connections
Black-White Stripe Black EMI Lift Harness
Black-White Stripe Green* Black (A) Black
Yellow White Black (B) Green
Blue Orange Yellow (C) White
Grey Blue Yellow(D) Orange
Green Brown N/A Blue+
Red Red N/A Brown+
Black Green* N/A Red
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Platform Gate (optional)
1 The optional platform gate is provided with a combination
mechanical lock and electric contact (interlock).
I The interlock:
• Prevents the lift from running if the gate is not closed.
• Prevents the gate from being opened if the platform is not at the bottom landing.
• Unlocks when the lift is on the lower limit switch.
A crescent shaped key is provided to manually unlock the gate during installation. The key is
inserted from the back side to lift up on the solenoid that holds the gated locked.
Mount the gate by placing onto the lower landing side of the platform. There are a number of attachment
holes along the bottom and up the sides of the gate frame to attach to the platform and guard panels.
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A wiring harness included on the gate will need to be routed along the gate frame, behind the rear guard
panel and connected to it's adjoining harness plug on the lift carriage. After wiring connection is made,
the wiring harness must be plugged into it's appropriate receptacle on the contoller (ref pg 5).
Fascia Panel (optional)
A fascia panel provides a smooth surface for the platform edge to run against to prevent any
shear or obstruction hazards and must be utilized.
No Fascia Panel
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A running clearance of no more than 3/4" and no less than 3/8" must be maintained between the
edge of the platform and the fascia panel.
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Commercial Platform Lift - Owners Section
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cDRead the manual thoroughly before operating the lift.
Congratulations on the purchase of your AmeriGlide Vertical Platform Lift. This lift
1 has been engineered to provide trouble free service for many, many years. Please
read this manual completely before operating your lift.
I Safety
I • Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of 750 lbs.
• Do not ride on the lift until it is anchored in place.
• This product is designed only for lifting people and wheel chairs. Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Make sure any obstructions are cleared from underneath the platform area before use.
• Make sure both the passenger and wheelchair are completely on to the platform before using.
• Do not disable any safety equipment or switches supplied with this lift.
• Do not attempt to service the lift yourself. Contact your AmeriGlide dealer for assistance.
• Do not allow children to operate or play around the lift.
• Read all instructions in this manual before installing or operation the lift.
Controls
1 Emergency Stop
In an emergency push this red button to stop
the lift. Turn the button clockwise to run.
Up
Controls upward movement of lift platform.
To move platform up, depress and hold the
upper half of the rocker switch. To cease
gib movement, release switch.
Down
Controls downward movement of lift
® platform. To move platform down, depress
and hold the lower half of the rocker switch.
To cease movement, release switch.
Keylock (optional)
Disables controls from operating when
keylock is turned off.
Operating the Lift
Step 1 - Up Step 3
Drive onto and stop in the middle of the Press and hold the UP rocker. The lift will
Iplatform. Apply the brakes of your chair or move in the up direction and stop when it
scooter. reaches the upper landing.
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1 platform has stopped level with the
upper landing. If not contact your
Step 2 AmeriGlide Dealer for assistance.
Verify that the emergency stop button is not
activated by giving it a quick turn clockwies. Step 4
Release the brakes on your chair or scooter
and drive off the platform.
Step 1 - Down Step 3
I Drive onto and stop in the middle of the Press and hold the DOWN rocker. The lift
platform. Apply the brakes of your chair or will move in the down direction and stop
scooter. when it reaches the lower landing.
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Warning: Always verify the lift's
access ramp unfolds fully and rests
on the ground. If not contact your
Step 2 AmeriGlide Dealer for assistance.
Verify that the emergency stop button is not
activated by giving it a quick turn clockwise. Step 4
Release the brakes on your chair or scooter
and drive off the platform.
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Limited Warranty Certificate
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Please fill out all fields and return within 10 days of product purchase.
Toll-Free Fax: 1-866-234-5680 or mail to:
Attn: Warranty Department
2075 47th Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
AmeriGlide warrants to the original purchaser of a Hercules Residential vertical platform lift manufactured by us to be free
Ifrom defects in material, mechanical and electrical components (parts),excluding labor cost, batteries and paint, for a
period of three (3) years, provided that the products have been installed, maintained and operated properly.
This warranty starts on the date of the retail purchase, provided the warranty certificate is returned to AmeriGlide, com-
pletely filled out within ten (10) days of purchase. This warranty does not cover maintenance or adjustments. AmeriGlide
will not be charged for labor, consequential damage or repair expenses. AmeriGlide will not, under any circumstances, be
Cliable for the loss of the use of its products or loss of time. This warranty becomes null and void if the product has been
lost, damaged by accident, misused and/or neglected, or if the product has been modified in any way. Defective parts
must be returned, prepaid, to AmeriGlide for inspection prior to credit or replacement.At AmeriGlide's option, any part
found to have been modified, over-stressed, damaged by accident, or misused is not covered by this warranty.
I THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
1' THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIBED HEREIN.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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