CHIEF SMART-LIFT SL236i, Installation Instructions Manual

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SL236i Installation Instructions
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2. Pull down on each corner of ceiling panel to remove ceiling
panel clips from rectangular holes. (See Figure 5)
3. Install the SMA651 (optional accessory) at this time, if
applicable, following instructions included with the kit.
4. Cut the ceiling grid to fit the perimeter of the SL236SPi.
5. Place SL236SPi onto threaded rods, inserting the rods into
the three slots on top of the SL236SPi housing.
(See Figure 6)
6. Secure the threaded rods to the SL236SPi with Grade 2 or
better 3/8 in. jam nuts (not provided) and washers (one of
each on inside and one of each on outside--not provided).
Figure 6
7. Install the SMA-620 (optional accessory) to the SL236SPi,
if applicable, following instructions included with the kit.
8. Insert the ceiling grid edge surrounding the SL236SPi into
the side channel of the SL236SPi. (See Figure 7)
NOTE:
The side channel of the lift will support the weight of
the grid and ceiling tiles.
Figure 7
CAUTION:
The lift MUST be installed square and parallel.
Avoid stressing or bending the lift during installation.
9. Use the provided push button (B) to operate the SL236SPi
up and down, ensuring that all clearances are adequate.
10. Replace surrounding ceiling tile.
11. Remove four screws and the ceiling tile retainer from the
ceiling panel. (See Figure 8)
Figure 8
12. Cut ceiling tile to fit inside ceiling tile retainer, including grid
pieces if necessary.
Insert rods
into 3 slots
(Top view of SL236i)
Side
Channel
Ceiling
Tile
Retainer
11 17
x 4
x
Ceiling
Panel