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Page 1: ...S OVER 50 PAGES TO PRINT Here are the most common asked questions If you have any questions just call us direct at 405 516 2412 or email support cynergymail com The Versalift comes in two sizes the Model 24 and Model 32 The Versalift can go up to 20 Floor to Floor Measure from the Attic Floor Decking upstairs down to the Garage Floor below When ordering specify as follows Standard Height 8 11 Floo...

Page 2: ...22 x 46 Model 32 ROUGH IN 30 x 58 HERE ARE DIMENSIONS OF ACTUAL MODEL 24 UNIT DIMENSIONS OF ACTUAL MODEL 32 NOTE THE MODEL 24 is also available in a 36 High Unit at no additional cost EITHER UNIT CAN BE CUSTOM CUT DOWN IN HEIGHT for additional cost ...

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Page 4: ...WE RECOMMEND YOU PUT THE LIFT ON THE SAME ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT AS THE ATTIC LIGHTS IT ONLY DRAWS 5 AMPS AND THAT WAY WHEN YOU TURN OFF ATTIC LIGHTS YOU TURN OFF POWER TO THE LIFT ...

Page 5: ...There are THREE ways to operate or switch the Versalift 1 15 CORDED UNIT 2 WIRELESS UNIT 3 IN WALL SWITCH ...

Page 6: ...ide the joists If your Versalift legs are in the way of the trusses you will need the truss leg kit The following should be helpful in your requirement to use the kit or not If you are in question order the kit and if you do not need it you can return it for full credit Shown here is a job that is built of Pre Manufactured Trusses however the Truss Leg Kit is not required since the Versalift feet ...

Page 7: ...ted approved 30 minute fire rated door for those required counties Also you can apply a piece of sheetrock to the bottom of the lift ceiling cover or the same material that covers your attic ladder door or ceiling which will pass most inspectors requirements The size of the ceiling Cover for the MODEL 24 is 24 x 48 and yes you can paint it to match or apply texture The size of the ceiling cover fo...

Page 8: ...els Into your attic The Ceiling Panel closes on the garage ceiling sheetrock and the lift continues to travel up through the opening until it is Level with the Attic Floor at which time it automatically shuts off These springs will allow for 20 depth Thus we don t care if you have 2 x 8 s 2 x 12 s or 18 I joists the spring will stretch and hold the cover tight against the ceiling You can also appl...

Page 9: ...that is covered in Melamine construction material Melamine resin is the main constituent of high pressure laminates such as Formica and laminate flooring Melamine is used typically used as the binder resin in hard surface countertop materials such as those used in lab desks Q What happens if I mis measured and when the unit gets here the cables are not long enough A You will need to ship back the ...

Page 10: ...e way up and shut itself off then go all the way down and shut itself off 1 Check that lift has power to the motor plug a light or drill into the outlet to confirm Make sure the red light on the outside of the housing is on 2 Unplug the lift count to 5 then plug it back in and try your remote If that doesn t work 3 Replace the Battery in the remote with a brand new battery from the store Batteries...

Page 11: ...ys coil this up and mount the switch upstairs Note It is not possible to upgrade or modify the Corded unit to a Wireless or M Series Switched unit Here is an installation manual and wiring detail for the M Series unit Feel free to call or email if you have questions https cdn shopify com s files 1 0022 3238 5602 files Wall Switch Installation New pdf 301 Q I just built a new home The inspector is ...

Page 12: ...ference with the lifting platform operation 2 x 2 L shaped flashing strips 4 are provided by BPG to cover hanger brackets and nail head in the corners of the lift opening Revised 06 12 2008 CAD 24RUFN 16 PLAN DWG RUFN FRT DWG CAD 24 X RUFN SIDE DWG CAD 24 X Roughing In Notes Tolerance for opening dimensions is 1 4 6mm 0 0mm The opening must be square and the side walls perpendicular Maximum joist ...

Page 13: ...24 24H 24HX Wireless Models 24W 24WH 24WHX Attic Opening Preparation Lift Assembly Installation Attic Storage Lifting System Attic Storage Lifting System Copyright 2006 BPG All rights reserved Revised Jan 2009 Patent Pending 405 516 2412 ...

Page 14: ... lift openings when working or moving around in the attic WARNING Do not work alone in the attic always work with another person to help you Do not work in the attic in the heat of the day You can quickly be overcome by heat exhaustion in a hot attic Morning hours are the coolest time to work in the attic after it has had all night to cool off READ THIS INSTALLATION GUIDE AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIO...

Page 15: ...rill Hammer Nails or Screws Framing Square Tape Measure Header Joist Lumber to match Existing Joists Skill Level Professional Do not attempt this part of the installation yourself unless you have professional skill in construction framing Hire a building contractor or a remodeling contractor to do this job correctly It will be well worth the cost to have this part done right Before cutting any cei...

Page 16: ...peration of the lift The power cord provided with this product has three blades The longest blade is the grounding blade Fig 1a The shorter flat blades are the current carrying blades You will need a grounded power outlet receptacle as shown below Fig 1a If your outlet does not have a grounded receptacle for a three blade plug or if you are unsure if your outlet is correctly grounded have a qualif...

Page 17: ...d if the opening does not meet the exact requirements detailed in these pages THE VERSA LIFT OPENING MUST HAVE SMOOTH ail heads hanger brackets sheet WARNING Versa Lift ATTIC OPENING PREPARATION COVER ALL HANGER BRACKETS CUT FLASHING TO OPENING HEIGHT INCL DECKING SHEET ROCK NAIL 1 4 FROM EACH EDGE WITH 17 x 1 NAILS HANGER BRACKETS MUST BE COVERED WITH 2 x 2 L SHAPED FLASHING HAMMER NAIL HEADS DOW...

Page 18: ...en the ceiling more than an aligned opening An aligned opening with joists 24 OC can be framed without the need to cut a ceiling joist Fig 5 An aligned opening with joists 16 OC requires one joist to be cut Fig 6 A transverse opening with joists 16 or 24 OC will require more joists to be cut Fig 7 Fig 8 Please consult a professional to evaluate the strength ceiling construction and determine if tr...

Page 19: ...8 minimum size planks to span the adjacent joists Each plank is secured with 2 lag screws to the joist s to be cut Fig 9 A framing square is used to mark guide lines for headers and cut lines Fig 9 inset After cutting the joist 2x4 or 2x6 blocking is installed Fig 10 inset Mark cut and install headers with blocking Fig 11 detail Trim the joist section removed in Fig 9 and install it to finish the ...

Page 20: ...m as it travels downward from the attic To resolve this problem and to cover any metal hanger brackets all I Joist openings must be framed oversized in each dimension to 47 x 23 Fig 15 Next cut 1 4 thick plywood panels Fig 16 inset and nail them to the four I Joists faces inside the opening Fig 16 The final size opening will be 46 x 22 Fig 16 Please note that any nail heads in the opening must be ...

Page 21: ...nd nail them to the two I Joist faces inside the opening Fig 19 The final opening size will be 23 x 46 Fig 19 Please note that any nail heads in the opening must be set flush or below the surface and decking and sheet rock must be cut or installed flush to the opening Fig 2b 19 Finish the opening by installing the 2 x 2 flashing in the corners as shown in Fig 19 As with solid wood joists I Joists ...

Page 22: ...006 BPG Attic Storage Lifting System Attic Storage Lifting System TM Byers Products Group Model 24H Model 24 SAFETY GUIDE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTALLATION GUIDE US Foreign Patents Pending Copyright 2006 BPG 16 24 15 14 13 12 11 22 21 20 19 23 18 17 25 9 7 6 4 3 5 8 28 27 10 30 29 26 31 32 CARTON 1 CONTENTS 1 Lift Housing Assembly 1 2 Mounting Rails 2 3 Lift Housing Legs 4 4 Left Platform Legs 2 ...

Page 23: ...crew 6 16 10 32 x 3 8 Phillips Screw 8 17 1 4 x 1 Flat Washer 8 18 1 4 x 5 8 Flat Washer 99 19 x 1 Nylon Guide Spacer 4 20 1 4 20 Locknut 44 21 10 32 Locknut 6 22 Screw Cover 6 23 1 2 x 3 8 Cable Clamp Spacer 10 24 6 32 x 1 4 Phillips Screw 4 25 17 x 1 Nails 2 oz 26 2 x 2 x 20 L Flashing 4 27 Short Chains 2 28 Long Chains 2 29 Installation Guide 1 30 Owners Manual 1 9 7 6 4 3 5 8 28 27 2 10 30 29 ...

Page 24: ...ace the lift housing on a rug or piece of cardboard open side up as show below in Fig 22a Follow these steps 2a 1 Remove the cover from the receiver by gently rotating the latches 1 4 turn counter clockwise using a This assembly step flat tip screwdriver Fig 22a inset 2a 2 Connect the plug onto the 6 pin header visible thru the square hole in the motor housing Orient the plug exactly as show below...

Page 25: ...step Assemble the four lift housing legs to the lift housing Fig 22b Inset The locknuts provided will not work loose so tighten the bolts and nuts firmly but do not over tighten or you will collapse the square tubing Assemble the mounting rails to the lift housing legs Fig 22b with bolts washers and locknuts but do not tighten them yet Leave them slightly loose for Step 4 Note The legs fit on the ...

Page 26: ...of the opening Fig 23 With one person on each end lift slightly and move the assembly over the opening Fig 23 and align the slots in the mounting rails with the pilot holes in the decking Install the 8 lag screws and 1 diameter washers into the pilot holes and screw them down untill they almost contact the mounting rail but leave them loose so the mounting rails can be adjusted later Fig 23 inset ...

Page 27: ...knut Tighten all 6 screws assembled then close the screw covers Make sure they snap completely shut Fig 25 inset 6 PLATFORM ASSEMBLY The platform must be assembled down stairs Locate the platform 2 platform supports 4 platform legs carriage bolts washers and locknuts Fig 26 Note that the top side of the platform has recessed holes Insert the platform support into one of the left legs as shown Fig ...

Page 28: ...s shown in Fig 30 8 4 Pull the cable tight and wind it tightly around the threaded studs exactly as shown in the illustration Wrap it as tightly as possible Pinch the last loop around the last stud then pass the end of the cable through the center hole in the bottom of the leg bracket Fig 30 8 5a Draw the cable tight by pulling firmly on the end of the cable Fig 30 IMPORTANT DO NOT USE A POWER TOO...

Page 29: ... FLANGE REPEAT FOR OTHER END 3 PASS CABLE THRU SLOT IN BRACKET AS SHOWN THEN PULL SLACK OUT OF CABLE 1 DROP THE CABLES DOWN THROUGH THE LIFT OPENING 6 TIGHTEN LOCKNUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE OF 5 FOOT POUNDS or SNUG TURN DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 1 4 20 LOCKNUT 10 5 PULL FIRMLY HERE UNTIL CABLE CLAMP IS IN PLACE NUTS ARE TIGHT TO SPECS SEE BELOW 1 2 x 3 8 Aluminum SPACERS 10 CABLE CLAMP 2 4 WIND THE CABLE ...

Page 30: ... power switch to off and unplug the power cord then look to see what the problem is Correct any problems before continuing the operation 9 4 When the platform reaches its upper limit the upper limit switch will stop the motor and stop the platform Turn off the key or power switch and unplug the power cord before proceeding to the next step 10 INSTALL THE PLATFORM GUIDE SPACERS Locate the 4 screws ...

Page 31: ...ansmitter at the factory If your transmitter fails to operate the lift first make sure the lift power cord is plugged in and the power switch on the rear of the motor housing is turned ON and lighted If the transmitter still fails to operate the lift replace the battery with a fresh 9 volt battery The indicator light at the top of the transmitter when either the up or down button is pushed and a s...

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Page 33: ...PORTANT NOTE The required finished opening is 30 5 x 58 5 with smooth sidewalls Whenever joist hanger brackets are used to frame the opening they must be covered to prevent interference with the lifting platform operation 2 x 2 L shaped flashing strips 4 are provided by BPG to cover hanger brackets and nail head in the corners of the lift opening IMPORTANT NOTE The required finished opening is 30 ...

Page 34: ...Applicable Product Models 32 32H 32HX 32W 32WH 32WHX Roughing In Notes For I Joists frame the opening 1 2 larger in each dimension then skin the side walls with 1 4 plywood for a smooth opening Tolerance for opening dimensions is 1 4 6mm 0 0mm The opening must be square and the side walls perpendicular Maximum joist height is 18 tall See specification sheet for maximum floor to floor height of spe...

Page 35: ... Wireless Models 32W 32WH 32WHX Lift Opening Preparation Lift Assembly Installation Attic Storage Lifting System Attic Storage Lifting System US Foreign Patents Pending Copyright 2006 2008 BPG All rights reserved Revised Nov 2008 PHONE 405 516 2412 ...

Page 36: ... lift openings when working or moving around in the attic WARNING Do not work alone in the attic always work with another person to help you Do not work in the attic in the heat of the day You can quickly be overcome by heat exhaustion in a hot attic Morning hours are the coolest time to work in the attic after it has had all night to cool off READ THIS INSTALLATION GUIDE AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIO...

Page 37: ...ws Drill Hammer Nails or Screws Framing Square Tape Measure Header Joist Lumber to match Existing Joists Skill Level Professional Do not attempt this part of the installation yourself unless you have professional skill in construction framing Hire a building contractor or a remodeling contractor to do this job correctly It will be well worth the cost to have this part done right Before cutting any...

Page 38: ...n of the lift The power cord provided with this product has three blades The longest blade is the grounding blade Fig 1a The shorter flat blades are the current carrying blades You will need a grounded power outlet receptacle as shown below Fig 1a If your outlet does not have a grounded receptacle for a three blade plug or if you are unsure if your outlet is correctly grounded have a qualified ele...

Page 39: ...rough opening size should be 31 x 59 larger in each dimension to allow space to panel the joists with 1 4 thick plywood Fig 2c The 1 4 paneling will provide the required smooth walls and cover any joist hanger brackets When paneled the finished opening size will be 30 x 58 The side walls must be square perpendicular and all nail heads must be set flush or below the surface Cut all sheet rock and d...

Page 40: ...s may need to be cut see page 8 for additional details In contrast a transverse opening will require either two joists 24 centers or three joists 16 centers to be cut Important For the above reasons only aligned opening types are recommended for the Versa Lift Model 32 It is not recommended to orient the opening transverse across to the joist direction with the Versa Lift Model 32 because more joi...

Page 41: ...2x6 blocking is installed Fig 6 inset Note Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking Mark cut and install headers For joists on 16 centers Cut the headers 30 5 long Fig 7 inset and install them as shown For joists on 24 centers Cut the headers 46 5 long and install blocking Fig 8 inset Install the headers Trim the joist section removed in Fig 5 to 58 5 long and install it to finish the framed ...

Page 42: ... joist off center by 1 5 see Fig 10 OR you will need to cut two joists and install a stringer in order to get the required opening width of 31 see Fig 11 Note the rough opening must be 31 x 59 oversize so that it can be paneled with 1 4 plywood see Fig 12 After paneling the finished opening will be 58 5 x 30 5 with smooth sidewalls Note I Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking Finish openin...

Page 43: ...ed on the side opposite the opening the opening must not have anything projecting inward Another problem with I Joists is that the recessed face forms ledges that can hang up on the lifting platform as it travels downward from the attic To resolve this problem the opening must be framed oversized in each dimension to 59 x 31 Fig 15 so that 1 4 thick plywood can be cut Fig 16 inset and used to pane...

Page 44: ...ers constructed this way will have good strength and have the advantage of a smooth face toward the opening NOTE The blocking is attached flush with the ends of the I Joist Section when using constructed headers with a flat inside surface Fig 17 The opening must be framed oversized in only one dimension 58 x 31 Fig 18 so that 1 4 thick plywood can be cut Fig 19 inset and used to panel the two I Jo...

Page 45: ... 2 Lag Screw 8 12 1 4 20 x 2 Slotted Screws 4 13 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt 26 14 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Phillips Screw 4 15 10 32 x 7 8 Phillips Screw 8 16 10 32 x 3 8 Phillips Screw 8 17 1 4 x 1 Flat Washer 8 18 1 4 x 5 8 Flat Washer 99 19 x 1 Nylon Guide Spacer 4 20 1 4 20 Locknut 44 21 10 32 Locknut 8 22 Screw Cover 8 23 dia Cable Clamp Spacer 10 24 6 32 x 1 4 Phillips Screw 4 25 8 x 1 2 Drill Point Scre...

Page 46: ...he attic Place the lift housing on a rug or piece of cardboard open side up as show below in Fig 21 Follow these steps 2a 1 Remove the cover from the receiver by gently rotating the latches 1 4 turn counter clockwise using a This assembly step flat tip screwdriver Fig 21 inset 2a 2 Connect the plug onto the 6 pin header visible thru the square hole in the motor housing Orient the plug exactly as s...

Page 47: ...p Assemble the four lift housing legs to the lift housing Fig 22 Inset The locknuts provided will not work loose so tighten the bolts and nuts firmly but do not over tighten or you will collapse the square tubing Assemble the mounting rails to the lift housing legs Fig 22 with bolts washers and locknuts but do not tighten them yet Leave them slightly loose for Step 4 Note The legs fit on the INSID...

Page 48: ...just the shims until the head is level and then tighten all 8 leg bolts Fig 24 bottom inset 4B INSTALL THE HOUSING LEG BRACES Install the housing leg braces 2 using the self drilling drill point screws 8 as illustrated Fig 24 and top inset CAUTION Install the braces on the OUTSIDE of the housing legs NOT on the inside If the braces are installed on the wrong side the lifting platform will become j...

Page 49: ...in Fig 25 with the horizontal flanges all assembled pointing toward the center of the panel Fasten each screw with a locknut Tighten all 8 screws then close the screw covers Make sure they snap completely shut Fig 25 inset 6 PLATFORM ASSEMBLY The platform must be assembled down stairs Locate the platform 2 platform supports 4 platform legs 1 4 20 x 2 slotted screws washers and locknuts Fig 26 Note...

Page 50: ...s as shown in Fig 30 8 4 Pull the cable tight and wind it tightly around the threaded studs exactly as shown in the illustration Wrap it as tightly as possible Pinch the last loop around the last stud then pass the end of the cable through the center hole in the bottom of the leg bracket Fig 30 8 5a Draw the cable tight by pulling firmly on the end of the cable Fig 30 IMPORTANT DO NOT USE A POWER ...

Page 51: ...R END 3 PASS CABLE THRU SLOT IN BRACKET AS SHOWN THEN PULL SLACK OUT OF CABLE 1 DROP THE CABLES DOWN THROUGH THE LIFT OPENING 6 TIGHTEN LOCKNUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE OF 5 FOOT POUNDS or SNUG TURN DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 1 4 20 LOCKNUT 10 5 PULL FIRMLY HERE UNTIL CABLE CLAMP IS IN PLACE NUTS ARE TIGHT TO SPECS SEE BELOW 1 2 x 3 8 Aluminum SPACERS 10 CABLE CLAMP 2 4 WIND THE CABLE TIGHTLY ON THE STUDS EX...

Page 52: ...gs or binds turn the key or power switch to off and unplug the power cord then look to see what the problem is Correct any problems before continuing the operation 9 4 When the platform reaches its upper limit the upper limit switch will stop the motor and stop the platform Turn off the key or power switch and unplug the power cord before proceeding to the next step 10 INSTALL THE PLATFORM GUIDE S...

Page 53: ...ore operating this lift system Read and understand the Owners Manual completely before operating this lift The Owners Manual provides many IMPORTANT SAFETY FACTS THAT YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT WARNING Versa Lift Remote Receiver Settings Wireless Models 12 INSTALLING THE STABILIZER BRACKETS Note The stabilizer brackets have larger holes on one end and smaller holes on the other end Po...

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