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Affordable Wheelchair Lifts KCSPM3648 Assembly Instructions Manual Download Page 6

7.5.

Bracket Cap -

Taller lifts require firm bracing at the top of the Column. This

is done by attaching beams to a Bracket Cap. This is what a Bracket Cap
looks like:

7.6.

Brace Kit

- Bracing steadies the Column and eliminates any

Platform“bounce”. This feature is optional on lifts of 4’ station height or less
and is required on medium height lifts between 4’ and 6’. Above 6’ a Bracket
Cap approach is required. Below is a photo of our Brace Kit that connects the
top of the Column to a nearby wall.

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Summary of Contents for KCSPM3648

Page 1: ...e The photos in this guide display lifts in various stages of installation It is often the case that some recommended safety feature is not yet in place in a specific photo In particular the Toe Shear Guard and a basic stair handrail are missing in some of the scenarios we photographed Note There are some minor design changes between different lifts pictured here These photos might not exactly mat...

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Page 3: ...fts a call Use common sense when installing or operating this equipment The installer and operator are responsible for the safe operation of this equipment It is your responsibility to ensure and verify that this equipment is safely installed It is your responsibility to know and comply with all applicable legal codes and regulations regarding your wheelchair lift Misuse of this equipment can caus...

Page 4: ...ry bar You must be able to turn a wrenc h to 80 ft lbs of torque 6 Required Or Recommended Tools 6 1 Required Tools 6 1 1 wrench 2 6 1 2 9 16 wrench 2 6 1 3 wrench 2 6 1 4 3 4 wrench 2 6 1 5 Hammer 6 1 6 Wire cutter 6 1 7 Regular screwdriver 6 1 8 Torque Wrench capable of 80 ft lbs 6 1 9 Prybar 6 1 10 Vaseline petroleum jelly used to make slip pads stick to metal holder 6 1 11 Temporary support bl...

Page 5: ...ou face the lift from the front 7 2 Armless Base If you lift is wall mounted you may have a lift base with no arms It would look like this 7 3 Back Slip Pad Block This holds the upper back slip pad in place 7 4 Base With Arms Free standing lifts must have a base with arms The Base supports the entire unit It should be level and can be anchored down It is shown below without the ramp in place ...

Page 6: ...cket Cap looks like 7 6 Brace Kit Bracing steadies the Column and eliminates any Platform bounce This feature is optional on lifts of 4 station height or less and is required on medium height lifts between 4 and 6 Above 6 a Bracket Cap approach is required Below is a photo of our Brace Kit that connects the top of the Column to a nearby wall ...

Page 7: ...7 7 Bridge s A bridge is the flat diamond plate metal surface attached to each end of the Platform ...

Page 8: ...7 8 Collar The Collar is the part of the Platform that slides up and down the Column Note the photo below is without the Safety Guard ...

Page 9: ...7 9 Column Supports the Hoist and the Safety Retractable Lanyard SRL Note the photo below is without the Safety Guard and also shows an obsolete Hoist Cover ...

Page 10: ...ers have a big red emergency stop button If the red Emergency Stop button gets pushed it must be manually un pushed by twisting it 7 11 Gate s A detachable and reversible Gate is on each end of the Platform Each Gate has a latch Your latch may look different than the one in the photo below as an older style latch is shown ...

Page 11: ...7 12 Hoist Raises and lowers the Platform AC and DC powered hoists are available ...

Page 12: ...7 13 Hoist Cover Keeps rain from the hoist motor ...

Page 13: ...7 14 Hoist Head The Hoist attaches to the Hoist Head The Hoist Head mounts on top of the Column In the photo below the Hoist Head is the black metal part ...

Page 14: ...7 15 Landing The upper location where the rider gets on or off the Platform 7 16 Limit Switch This switch on the hoist stops the Platform when it reaches a height you preset ...

Page 15: ...embly triggers the Limit Switch to stop the Platform at the Landing height The photo below shows the various parts of this assembly the adjustable metal rod the black EMT PVC pipe with the trigger and the grommet with slot that protects the cable from wear ...

Page 16: ...7 18 Platform The Platform carries the rider up and down ...

Page 17: ...7 19 Safety Guard Keeps hair and clothing away from pulleys and cables ...

Page 18: ...7 20 Ramp Optional Provides a smooth entrance to the Platform ...

Page 19: ...7 21 SRL Self Retracting Lifeline Serves as a safety backup in case the lifting mechanism fails Your model may look different 7 22 Tether Connects the controller to the hoist ...

Page 20: ...ts on the Platform from getting under the landing Below is the same landing before and after installing toe shear protection 8 Components and parts 8 1 Components 8 1 1 Base 8 1 2 Column 8 1 3 Platform 8 1 4 Back Slip Pad Block 8 1 5 Gate s pre attached 8 1 6 Hoist Head 8 1 7 Hoist 8 1 8 Safety Retractable Lanyard SRL 8 1 9 Limit Switch Actuator 8 1 10 Hoist Cover Optional 8 1 11 Ramp Optional 8 1...

Page 21: ...at Should Have When We Are Done 10 1 When going on a journey it helps to know your destination Below are photos of important sections of the fully assembled lift with the Hoist Cover and Safety Shields removed 10 2 Note The red ring on the end of the hoist cable is probably absent in your model Please ignore it in the photos 10 3 Note The photos in this section are more up to date than the photos ...

Page 22: ...10 5 Here is the Hoist Hoist Head SRL and pulleys mounted on top of the Column looking from the back side ...

Page 23: ...10 6 Here is the Hoist Hoist Head SRL and pulleys mounted on top of the Column looking from the left side ...

Page 24: ...10 7 Here is the Hoist Hook Pulley Block Threaded Rod with nuts and stop rod looking from the left front side ...

Page 25: ...10 8 Here is how the hoist cables and pulleys should be configured from the left front side ...

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Page 27: ...needed modifications to landing railings such as cutting away a railing section or installing a railing safety gate should be made prior to or during installation Children and pets should be excluded from the area during assembly The amount of electrical power needed to run the lift depends upon which hoist motor you have chosen Most require 15 amps GFI circuits should be used where appropriate Th...

Page 28: ... or socket An able bodied adult or two Remove the plastic wrapping Remove all the boxes and components from inside the Platform Slide the Platform off of the Base and off of the pallet Unbolt the Base from the pallet Remove the Base from the pallet and discard the pallet ...

Page 29: ...ift So we often do most of the assembly a few feet from the final position and then towards the end of the process move the lift to its final position The Base with two arms has four anchor pads be sure that these pads are positioned on the floor side of the Base You will need access to an AC power source during the assembly process ...

Page 30: ...en by excessive force It cannot be used as a handle 14 1 3 The black electrical enclosure is plastic and cannot be used as a handle 14 1 4 The wire rope will be permanently damaged if it gets kinked 14 2 Here is a video of this step https youtu be 1Sx6W5CjnmM 14 3 Attach the Hoist to the Hoist Head using the four bolts supplied Torque the bolt to 13 ft lbs The hoist cable drum must be positioned a...

Page 31: ...14 4 Also attach the cable hook as shown Note that the large silver bolts in the upper right of the photo have been replaced on recent units by black set screws ...

Page 32: ...15 If you have an Armless Base Attach the Column to the Base 15 1 Wall mounted lifts can have a base with no arms When attached to the column an Armless Base looks like this ...

Page 33: ...Front 15 2 Back 15 3 Side ...

Page 34: ...15 4 Here is one installed Note the wooden block between it and the wall that serves to brace it ...

Page 35: ...Here is a video of this step https youtu be WdD1nXEfCrk 16 3 What you need The Base and Column Two wrenches and or sockets and ratchets 16 4 Lower the Column over the Base so that the Column flanges straddle the back beam of the Base It is IMPORTANT that the shorter Column flange is on the inside of the base towards the side with the base arms When looking straight along the Column beam ensure tha...

Page 36: ...s are snug on the bolt It will probably be necessary to tap the bolt through the beams Do not beat on the bolt if the holes are not aligned Doing so will only ruin the bolt 16 7 Install a nut on the bolt DO NOT TIGHTEN Once the Column is attached to the Base by a bolt that bolt will serve as a pivot when you later set the Column upright 17 Attach the Hoist Head 17 1 Here is a video of this step ht...

Page 37: ...installing bracing then you may wish to install the brace anchor points at this time as well as they use the same bolts as the Hoist Cover Hoist Covers differ in design Line up the holes in the Hoist Cover with the holes in the Hoist Cap and insert and secure the bolts 18 Walk the Column upright 18 1 Here is a video of this step https youtu be Jes MTH2ggs 18 2 Note For tall lifts it may be necessa...

Page 38: ...carefully walk the Column to a vertical position Note that the Hoist Head is heavy This operation may look easy but it helps to have two people involved 18 5 Note that the Hoist Head on the end of the column is not displayed in the diagram below ...

Page 39: ...f the Platform the lift is top heavy and not very stable Especially if the unit is not on a level surface 18 7 Insert the remaining 3 bolts holding the Column to the base Tighten all four bolts to 80 ft lbs 18 8 Here is a video of this step https youtu be rbYgvBYk7U4 ...

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Page 41: ...es look something like this though your Hoist Head and Hoist Cover may be a different style 18 10 Do not yet position the lift close to a wall as you have more work to do on the back of the Column 19 Attach the Platform s Collar to the Column ...

Page 42: ...video of this step https youtu be 1qkTeqRj81M 19 2 What you need 19 2 1 Two 9 16 wrenches and or sockets 19 2 2 Grease or petroleum jelly 19 2 3 Regular screwdriver 19 3 Move the Platform onto the end of the Base arms ...

Page 43: ...away from the Column 19 5 NOTE Your plastic slip pads may be white instead of black 19 6 Clean all of the plastic slip pads of dirt and debris Ensure that they remain clean throughout the assembly process Find one of the two large slip pads ...

Page 44: ... or petroleum jelly on one side of the pad Use the grease to stick the pad to the inside of the Collar between the pad retainer rails near the bottom of the Collar 19 7 Here is a video of this step https youtu be 1qkTeqRj81M ...

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Page 46: ...19 8 Slide the Platform back so that the Collar surrounds the Column ...

Page 47: ...the large slip pad has not fallen out Insert one of the smaller slip pads into the pockets on each side of the Collar If they are a bit tight you may need to tap them with a hammer and screwdriver or jiggle the Platform ...

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Page 49: ...ip pad for the lower Collar 19 12 Loosely secure bolt and lock nut 19 13 Tighten the lock nut until it will not come off the bolt and no more The bolt should be able to be spun freely by hand 19 14 If you over tighten then the Platform will not descend properly under its own weight ...

Page 50: ...for the top of the Collar 19 16 Here is a video of this step https youtu be sNtEJ5L8nTo 19 17 Insert the remaining two small slip pads along the Column at the top of the Collar 19 18 Position the remaining large slip pad on its holder ...

Page 51: ...19 19 If you have trouble pulling the Collar close to the column you can wedge the front of the Platform upwards as shown below ...

Page 52: ...ts should be able to be spun freely by hand If you over tighten then the Platform will not descend properly under its own weight 20 NOTE 20 1 It is critical that the four 4 adjustment bolts across the back of the collar are adjusted properly 20 2 These bolts have Nylock nuts and do not need to be tight to prevent their becoming loose If these bolts are too tight the platform may bind and may ...

Page 53: ...nit descends smoothly with no weight in the carriage It is better to be too loose than too tight 21 Attach the Pulley Block 21 1 Here is a video of this step https youtu be 6CR5qXSrt_U 21 2 The Pulley Block is where the Hoist cable s pulley attaches to the Collar 21 3 Insert the Pulley Block Insert the bolt through to secure it Secure the bolt 22 Attach the Cable Pulley 22 1 Here is a video of thi...

Page 54: ... two hoist pulleys instead of one then you should follow this diagram 22 4 What you need 22 4 1 Components Hoist and Collar 22 4 2 Tools wrench or socket 22 5 Temporarily plug in the hoist power cord so you can operate the hoist ...

Page 55: ... the cable pulley will be mounted Use gloves when handling the cable Do not run you hand along the cable as a loose cable strand can cause a painful injury This can be true even if you are wearing gloves Avoid kinking or sharply bending the cable as this reduces the cable strength ...

Page 56: ...22 7 Attach the cable pulley ...

Page 57: ... go up several inches and down again Repeat this several times Some controllers have a red Emergency Stop button If you push this button you must twist it to unpush it 23 2 Trouble shooting 23 2 1 No power Check the power source to the Hoist using a VOM or a light Check circuit and GFI breakers 23 2 2 The lift moves up but not down Make sure your collar bolts are loose enough to turn by hand 24 At...

Page 58: ...1 Components SRL 24 2 2 Tools 24 2 3 Parts 24 3 Attach the SRL s cable hook to the inner hole on the Hoist Head 24 4 Rotate the SRL body so that it will not interfere with the Limit Switch Make sure the SRL strap is not twisted and then attach the SRL s carabiner through the outer hole ...

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Page 60: ...24 5 Your SRL model and its cable or strap may be different from what is shown here 24 6 SRL cable pulley 24 6 1 Do not twist the SRL cable 24 6 2 Attach and secure the SRL cable pulley ...

Page 61: ...ngage and lock Do not modify or test the shock absorber portion if present of the cable 24 8 The SRL should be inspected annually for wear and tear 25 Attach the Limit Switch Actuator 25 1 Here is a video of this step https youtu be mGX7vm NUaA 25 2 Here are the parts of this assembly ...

Page 62: ...orm so that you will have room to attach the Limit Switch Actuator 25 4 Attach the top of the Limit Switch Actuator grommet and triggering rod to the portion of the Hoist cable that runs through the Limit Switch s trigger ...

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Page 64: ...25 5 Insert the Limit Switch Actuator metal rod into the Pulley Block Either end can go in and it will spin freely Remember that you will use the nuts to adjust the lift stop height ...

Page 65: ...ise the platform until the limit switch stops it Measure your current Platform height Then do one of the following steps Repeat this process until the Platform stops at the height you desire 26 4 1 If the Platform stops at your desired height then tighten the nuts to each other to prevent them from moving You have now completed the step of adjusting the lift s maximum height 26 4 2 If the Platform...

Page 66: ...ne how many inches lower you want the Platform to actually go 26 4 3 2 Lower the platform a bit to give you some slack to work with 26 4 3 3 You can do the steps below without removing the Safety Guard The metal rod can just slide out once you remove the plastic rod 26 4 3 4 Lengthen the limit switch actuator by the number of needed inches by raising the nuts on the metal rod 26 4 3 5 Do not raise...

Page 67: ...27 Attach the Safety Guard 27 1 Here is a video of this step https youtu be NfSAvMAI4xA ...

Page 68: ...27 2 Place and secure the Safety Guard using the provided hardware 28 Minimize Platform Twist ...

Page 69: ...ith each other and may end up needing to be repeated as you fine tune your lift For instance levelling your lift may require re adjusting the bracing If you choose to bolt your lift down you may need to uninstall and reinstall bracing and shims as a part of that process Think ahead to minimize rework but realize that some adjusting and repetition may be needed Do what is best for your situation 30...

Page 70: ...move the lift into its final position A dolly might be useful 31 3 Do not level or shim the lift yet We will do that later 32 Optional Brace your Lift 32 1 What you need 32 1 1 Components Bracing kit 32 2 Bracing is required for lifts with more than 6 of rise Affordable Wheelchair Lifts sells a bracing kit that is customized for your situation Contact us ...

Page 71: ...3 Parts 33 2 The ramp sits on the floor next to one of the base arms A U shaped metal connector can optionally be used to keep the ramp from moving over time This connector rests on its back with one of its arms on the inside of the base s arm and the other of its arms on the inside of the ramp s vertical back 34 Position and Level your Lift ...

Page 72: ...36 Optional Anchor your lift to the floor 36 1 What you need 36 1 1 Tools 36 1 2 Parts 36 2 Do not anchor the lift down until you are sure of the final lift locations Make sure the gates are properly working and interacting with the landing railings first 36 3 There are four anchor points built in to the lift base 36 4 Drilling If on a concrete pad then drill deep enough so that the anchor can be ...

Page 73: ...the left side The default is to hinge on the left side when entering Platform from either direction 37 4 This gate is hinged on the left side 37 5 You can detach easily detach a gate and switch the side it hinges from 37 6 To change the hinge side for a gate remove the two bolts and lock nuts to detach the gate Position the gate hinges the way you want them then re insert and fasten the bolts to r...

Page 74: ...The SRL is important to the safety of your lift Visually inspect its cable monthly to make sure it is not kinked frayed or showing signs of wear Make sure the cable extends and retracts smoothly While wearing gloves jerk the cable quickly from the SRL body and insure that it automatically engages If it fails inspection contact Affordable Wheelchair Lifts for assistance 38 3 Paint Your lift is pain...

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