Code Requirements
Your lift and enclosure have been designed to meet ASME A18.1 section 2 and 5 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. If you have
questions about this, feel free to call Harmar to be directed to the right officials.
Site Requirements
115vac 20amp grounded circuit, if outdoor, GFI protected..
Minimum 5” thick , level, 3,500 psi reinforced concrete slab sized to your specific install drawing.
If you choose to install the lift in a pit so the platform is at floor-level, Harmar recommends that the pit
be sized to install the enclosure in it also.
Required tools
Step ladder
Extension ladder or scaffold (helpful for
tall units)
Hammer Drill
3/8" Masonry Drill Bit, min 8” long
Appliance Dolly
Hammer
Level
Measuring Tape
Socket Wrench Set
Socket wrench or drill extensions up to
two-feet long (if installing walls from
platform)
Phillips screwdriver or bits, size #2 & #3
Wire stripper and cutter
Conduit cutters, punches and tools
needed with electrical conduit
Required materials
Up to 14 concrete anchors, wedge-type. Harmar recommends securing the lift with our Anchor Kit p/n
If you use your own, we recommend 3/8-16 anchor bolts with embedment of 4 inches. These shall
have a min pull out strength of 3000 lbs-force. If used in an extreme environment (wet, salty), use
galvanized or stainless steel
Various shims, slotted preferred, but washers can work. Min reqd. about 1/16
th
thick, Qty, up to about
25 max. These are to align enclosure and lift with the building. Often these aren’t needed.
Lag screws or similar and washers to attach upper portion of the enclosure to the building. You may
need lumber for this step too.
Up to ten wire nuts, med size.
Caulking, outdoor 25 year-silicone preferred
Electrical conduit and fittings. For outdoor installation, use liquid-tite and appropriate fittings
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