AmeriGlide AMGHERC600-4 Installation Manual

Installation Manual

HERCULES II 600

Vertical Platform Lift

MODELS:

AMGHERC600-4

AMGHERC600-6

Dealer:

This manual has been provided to assist you with lift installation and operation.

For further assistance please contact your authorized AmeriGlide dealer or

AmeriGlide’s Technical Support Department.

Tel: 866-378-6648

Fax: 816-537-0641

Serial No:

P/N: 630-00047 RevB 11519

TABLE OF CONTENT

Specifications ___________________________________________ 4

Safety & Code Requirements ____________________________ 5

Site Requirements ___________________________________ 5

Preliminary Checks _____________________________________ 6

Review All Parts _____________________________________ 6

Tools Needed _______________________________________ 6

Materials Needed ___________________________________ 6

Preparing to Install _____________________________________ 7

Installing the Platform _________________________________ 10

Controller Harness Connections ____________________ 10

Installing Outer Guard Panel ___________________________ 10

Installing the Ramp ____________________________________ 11

Top Landing Gate (optional) ________________________ 12

Top Landing EMI Interlock (optional) _______________ 13

Fascia Panel (optional) _____________________________ 13

Anchoring the Lift ______________________________________ 14

Setting the Limit Switches _____________________________ 16

Verifying Lift Operation ________________________________ 17

Manual Override _______________________________________ 18

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GLOSSARY

Using the Manual

This Installation Manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to install a Hercules Residential Platform Lift. Read and understand the entire Manual before beginning to install the lift. Also, ensure that the end-user has a copy of the Owner’s

Manual with operating instructions before it is put into service.

If you have any questions, contact technical service at 1-866-378-6648.


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LIFT SPECIFICATIONS

Platform Front

Guard Panel

Top Cover

Data / Serial Tag

Ramp Roller Guide

Platform Controls

Platform Rear

Guard Panel

Platform Assembly

Safety Pan Assembly

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SPECIFICATIONS

Payload Capacity

Height

Foot Print

Platform Size

Input Voltage

Control Voltage

Platform Speed

Motor

600lb

Hercules 400 - 53 " | Hercules 600 - 77 "

50 " x 64 "

36 " x 48 "

120VAC - 15A grounded circuit

24VAC

10 ' min

⅓HP - 90VDC


Folding Ramp

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SAFETY

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING / OPERATING THE LIFT.

• Always wear eye protection while installing or servicing this product.

• Always disconnect this product from the electrical source before servicing it.

• 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.

• Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of 600lb.

• Do not ride on the lift until it is anchored in place.

• This product is designed only for lifting people and mobility devices. Do not use for any other purpose.

This lift is designed to meet ASME A18.1 section 5 and CSA B44.1/ASME A17.5 with the addition of certain options. Code requirements for vertical platform lifts vary depending on location. Installers are responsible for contacting their local, state or county code enforcement office to determine all applicable regulations prior to installing vertical platform lifts.

SITE REQUIREMENTS

• The lift requires a 120VAC 15AMP grounded circuit.

• Outdoor installations require a GFI protected circuit.

• Only install the lift on a 4 " thick, level 3,500PSI reinforced concrete slab.

• Footprint requires 50 " x 64 " area (this includes the folding access ramp.)

• Lift must meet NFPA 70 (NEC) National Electrical Code adopted in area of installation

INDICATIONS OF USE: THE VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT SERIES IS USED TO ASSIST

TRANSFER OF PATIENTS OR MOBILITY IMPAIRED PERSONS, UP AND DOWN BETWEEN

LEVELS OF A RESIDENTIAL HOME.


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PRELIMINARY CHECKS

REVIEW ALL PARTS

• Check the lift for shipping damage. If you find any damage contact the freight carrier to file a damage claim.

• Verify the products match that described on the packing list attached to the exterior packaging.

Tools Needed

• ½ " Hammer Drill

• ⅜ " Masonry Drill Bit

• Appliance Dolly

• Hammer

• Level

• Measuring Tape

• Socket Wrench Set

• Screwdriver Set

• Allen Wrench Set

• Volt Meter

Materials Needed

• 4 Floor Anchors

We recommend securing the lift using our anchor kit. If you purchase your own anchors they must use ⅜ " x 4 " bolts and have a minimum tensile strength of 6000lb.

NOTE: DO not use “Tapcon” anchor. Use a “Wedge Anchor” or “Sleeve Expansion

Anchor”.

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PREPARING TO INSTALL

FINAL SITE INSPECTION fasteners and firmly tighten with 3/16 " Allen wrench. Then slide rack

Step 7: Install rail brackets by loosening the screws and snapping " .

Verify that there is enough space for the lift’s footprint. Include space for the folding access ramp, allowing 50 " x 64 " . Size is for 36 " x 48 " platform.

When in final position, the nuts will be on the wall side.

" .

Caution

Verify that the running clearance around the lift complies with any codes for your area.

• The horizontal gap between the guard panel and any wall or barrier

Step 8: must be no less than 2 " and no greater than 3 " .

again

•

•

The ASME A18.1 Code requires that a gate or door be installed at the upper landing.

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 below the top landing edge must be covered by a smooth vertical fascia to eliminate pinch points between the platform and landing. Requirement by ASME A18.1 safety standard for platform lifts and stairway chair lifts.

CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

6 '

so the back of the bracket touches the rear of the step. Then

place the fourth and final bracket on the last step before the top

of the lift. Plug the lift directly into the power outlet. Do not plug anything else into the same outlet as the lift.

NOTE: Follow NFPA70 National Electrical Code (NEC) adopted in your state,

first step from the bottom landing. Place the other rail bracket on

Warning

Do not ride on the lift until it has been anchored in place.


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INSTALLING PLATFORM

INSTALLING PLATFORM

Step 1: The lift will arrive either on its back on a pallet, or standing on a pallet. Carefully cut away and remove the shrink wrap to expose the platform, guard panels, ramp, and lift tower.

Step 2: Unpack the platform, guard panels, ramp and smaller hardware box from the lift tower. The mounting bolts,nuts an spacers that secure the platform to the lift carriage are included in the small hardware pack.

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Step 3: Carefully tilt the lift tower up and remove from the pallet.

Remove the top cover and the front panel from the lift tower by removing the three Phillips head screws at the top. Set the top cover aside. Grasp the loose panel by its sides and raise it up and slide it to the side, freeing it from the lift frame.

Step 4: Plug the platform control box into the Controller Harness that exits the plastic chain on the left tower. Plug lift tower into power source and, using the rocker switch on the platform control box, carefully lower the platform carriage to the ground.

Note

If the red emergency stop button on the front of the control box is pushed in the lift will not move. Grasp the red button and pull it straight out to disengage the emergency stop.


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CONTROLLER HARNESS CONNECTIONS

Low Voltage

Circuit Breaker

Upper & Lower

Call / Sends

Safety Pan

Jumper

Upper Landing

Interlock

Upper & Lower

Limit Switch

High Voltage

Cicurt Break

(AC unit only)

Platform Traveling

Cable

Note: Lift will be shipped with jumper in place. (Red tags-note jumpers)

• Safety Pan

• Top Landing gate


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INSTALLING PLATFORM / OUTER GUARD PANEL

Step 5: Align the four platform mounting holes with those on the lift carriage. Insert a

½ " x 3 " bolt into each of the lower holes. Place the spacers between the carriage flanges and the platform arm upper holes and insert ½ " x 3 " bolts. Install the low-profile lock nuts on the upper bolts and the standard ones on the lower bolts.

Step 7: Remove the safety pan bypass jumper from the front of the electronics box at the top of the lift. Verify that the platform safety pan is operational by pressing up on the pan when the lift is coming down. The lift should stop but be able to move in the up direction.

Step 6: Locate the safety pan harness exiting from the rear of the platform and plug it into the harness at the end of the plastic chain in the lift tower. Secure the platform control harness and the safety harness under the clip at the top of the carriage flange.

INSTALLING OUTER GUARD PANEL

Step 1: Insert the guard panel posts in the pockets in the platform. The smooth side of the guard panel faces toward the center of the platform.

Bolt each post in place with (2) 5 /

16

- 18 X 2 " and

(1) 1 /

4

- 20 X 2 " hex head bolts. If you have a 90° exit platform, install the end guard panel using the provided bracket and bolt to inner guard panel.

Step 2: Install the platform control box on the rear guard panel using screws and nuts through the panel.

Step 3: Install rear panel on platform by installing guard panel posts into the pockets at the rear of the platform and bolt in place.

Step 4: Install platform control box to rear guard panel.

Step 5: Install front guard panel by removing

(2) 5 /

16

- 18 X 2 " and (1) 1 /

4

- 20 X 2 " hex head bolts.

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INSTALLING RAMP

INSTALLING THE RAMP

Step 1: Install the ramp roller guide on the side of the lift tower using the screws already installed in the panels.

NOTE: The longer flange will point toward the floor.

Step 2: 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 guard panel post, and tighten.

Step 3: Attach the ramp to the pivot tabs using shoulder bolts and locking nuts. Tighten the nuts until they seat against the bolt shoulder.

Step 4: Attach the ramp roller arm by bolting it to the underside of the ramp. The ramp roller should align and make contact with the ramp roller guide. The roller should ride up the tower arm, folding the ramp when the platform is raised.


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TOP LANDING GATE

TOP LANDING GATE (OPTIONAL)

The optional top landing gate is provided with a combination mechanical lock and electric contact (interlock).

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 top landing.

• Unlocks when the lift is on the upper limit switch.

Remove the latch post cover and connect the call-send and interlock wire harnesses.

The vertical posts of the gate must be attached to a supporting structure, (the gate is not designed to be freestanding).

A length of multi‐conductor wire will need to be ran from the bottom of the lift tower up to the landing gate. Consult local codes for type and mounting requirements. After wiring is completed, the wiring harness must be plugged into it appropriate receptacle on the controller (ref pg. 9).

Wiring Connections

EMI Gate Harness

Black

Black

Yellow

Yellow

(4) Prong Molex Plugs

Gate Harness

Orange

Green

Black

Brown

Call/Send Harness

Blue

Yellow

Red

(3) Prong Molex Plugs

Lift Harness

Blue

White

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 (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.

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FASCIA PANEL

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.

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.

Note

The ASME A18.1 Code requires smooth, vertical surface below the upper gate or door to prevent a pinch point. Reference ASME A18.1 (Rule 5.1.1.2)

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TOP LANDING EMI INTERLOCKS (OPTIONAL)

The optional EMI Interlock is provided with a combination mechanical lock and electric contact. They are to be used with existing doors.

The interlock:

• Prevents the lift from running if the gate is not closed.

• Prevents the door from being opened if the platform is not at the landing.

• Unlocks when the lift is on the landing limit switch.

EMI Interlock

1. Position interlock to door jamb and mark mounting holes.

2. Fasten Interlock to door jamb with #8 wood screws.

3. Route 4-conductor Interlock cable thru hole in top of interlock and make wire connections.

4. Attach door keeper and emergency key plates to hoistway door.

Wiring

A length of multi-conductor wire will need to be run from the bottom of the lift tower up to the interlock. Consult local codes for type and mounting requirements. After wiring is completed, the wiring harness must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle on the controller.

Molex Plug Wiring Connections

EMI

Black

Black

Yellow

Yellow

Lift Harness Wires

Orange

Green

Black

Brown

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ANCHORING THE LIFT

ANCHORING THE LIFT

Step 1:

• Position the lift in its final location

• Verify that it is level and perpendicular to its surroundings.

• Shim if necessary.

The horizontal gap between the guard panel and any wall or barrier must be no less than 2 " and no greater than 3 " .

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 be noless than 3 greater than ¾ " .

/

8

" and no

It is recommended that a gate or door be installed at the upper landing.

Verify that sufficient head room exists above the lift. The lift requires

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 fascia. This is to eliminate any pinch points between the platform and landing.

All floor anchors must be installed correctly in accordance to their instructions.

Anchors

We recommend securing the lift using our Anchor Kit. If you purchase your own concrete anchors they must use

3 /

8

" x 4 " bolts with a minimum tensile strength of 6000lb.

Step 2: Use the lift’s base as a template. Drill 4 holes into the concrete. Verify that holes you have drilled are deep enough to accept the anchors.

Step 3: Secure the lift in place by tightening the floor anchor bolts.

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 to set correctly.


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LIMIT SWITCHES

SETTING LIMIT SWITCHES

This 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.

Setp 1: Verify the emergency switch is in the ON position. Run the lift in the up direction until the platform floor is level with the upper landing.

Setp 2: Unplug the lift’s power cord from the wall before going to the next step (AC units) Unplug the power cable from the battery box before going to the next step; (DC units)

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.

Setp 3: Remove the front cover by tilting it forward and lifting upwards. The bottom of the front cover sets on a pin on either side of the lift frame. Set the cover aside in a safe location where it will not become damaged.

Setp 4: Loosen the bolts that attaches the upper limit switch assembly. Slide the assembly down the track until the lower switch in the assembly comes in contact with the stop bracket on the lift’s car.

You should hear the limit switch click as contact is made.

Step 5: Replace the front cover and secure it with the screw you removed in Step 3 (page 7).

Step 6: Plug the lift’s electrical cord into the wall. Verify that the emergency switch is in the ON position.

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. Be sure the lift platform stops level with the landing platform.

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VERIFYING LIFT OPERATION

VERIFYING LIFT OPERATION

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 unfolds and rests on the ground.

Step 2: Verify the Emergency Stop Switch operation. When Emergency Stop is pushed, the lift should not run in either direction. When the switch is pulled back out, the lift should operate normally.

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. Check all sides and middle of the safety pan.


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MANUAL OVERRIDE

In case of power failure, this lift is equipped with a Manual Override Crank that permits it to be raised or lowered by hand. Before using, check to ensure that the manual system is required.

Verify the Need for Manual Override

Before using the Manual Override Crank, try trouble-shooting by verifying the following:

• Check that the Emergency Stop Switch is pulled out.

• Check that the electrical cord is plugged into the wall.

• Check that the building’s circuit breaker has not tripped.

• Try to run the lift by pushing both the up and down buttons.

MANUAL OVERRIDE PROCEDURE

If, after Troubleshooting as above, the lift still will not run, complete the following steps:

Warning

Do not service or operate the Manual Override Crank while the lift is connected to electricity.

Step 1: Unplug the lift from the wall. Push in the Emergency Stop Button.

Step 2: Loosen the screws and remove the top cap at the top of the tower.

Step 3: Insert the manual hand crank onto the upper nut on the top of the drive screw.

Warning

Never operate the lift while the Manual Override Crank is inserted into the lift.

Rotate the crank to raise or lower the platform.

For your safety and that of the end-user, if you have any questions about installation or service

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Key Switch

Key Switch

Gate Closed

3 Amp C.B.

Safety Nut

90 VDC Motor

110 VAC


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Limit

Lower

NC

NO

Limit

Upper

NC

NC

Limit

Final

Closed

Gate

NO

C

NC C NC

Safety Nut HRNS #44011

C NC

Safety Pan

C NC C

SOL

Call Send

Nut

Safety

NO

C

Gate Interlock HRNS #44013

Gate Call Send HRNS

Call Send

Stop

Emergency

Control

Platform

Switch

Opt. Flow

C.B.

15 Amp

C.B.

3 Amp

24

VAC

110

VAC

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Motor

90 VDC

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44121 REV D SCHEMATIC, RPL DC

BLK

24VDC Motor

RED

PWM MOTOR SPEED CONTROL

-

BATTERY CHARGER

Key Switch

Gate Closed

Key Switch


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Limit

Lower

NC

Limit

Upper

NO

NC

NC

Safety Nut HRNS #44011

C NC C NC C NC C NC

Safety Pan

C NC C

SOL

Closed

Gate

NO

C

Call Send

Nut

Safety

NO

C

Gate Interlock HRNS #44013

Gate Call Send HRNS

NC

Limit

Final

Call Send

Stop

Emergency

Control

Platform

Float Switch

Optional

12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

BATTERY CHARGER

+

+

NO

NC

A2

C

A2

C

NO

NC

+

NO NC

COM

+

NO NC

COM

SAFETY

NO

A2

-

A1

C

CR2 - "DOWN"

NO

NC

A1

-

C

CR1 - "UP"

NO

NC

A1

-

C


24 VDC Motor

44121 REV D WIRING DIAGRAM, RPL DC

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