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DOC8003, Rev. B
March, 2003

Elite
Installation Manual

Installation

Manual

1-800-348-VANS

www.vantagemobility.com

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Summary of Contents for Elite

Page 1: ...1 DOC8003 Rev B March 2003 Elite Installation Manual Installation Manual 1 800 348 VANS www vantagemobility com ...

Page 2: ...MI dealer maintained properly and operated properly This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and does not cover the defects in the motor vehicle in which the lift is installed defects in the products caused by a defect in any part of the motor vehicle or damage to the motor vehicle caused by operating the lift The lift warranty commences on the date of the original installation or use wh...

Page 3: ...nd all other requested information on the card detach it from the larger portion of the warranty record and mail to VMI postage paid 2 Return Authorization Procedure a In the event of a failure or product replacement contact VMI Technical Support at 1 800 348 8267 for a return authorization You may fax a claim to 602 304 3277 b Once approved VMI Technical Support will mail a return authorization t...

Page 4: ...16 Box Wrench 1 2 Box Wrench Wire Crimper Phillips Screwdriver Drill w 1 2 Bit 5 16 Box Wrench 7 16 Deep Socket Dog Bone Bars Elite Packing List Qty Description 1 Winch Unit 1 Track 1 Platform 1 Manual Override Handle 2 Dog Bone Bars 2 Front Brackets 1 Nylon Retaining Strap 1 Installation Wiring Harness 1 Installation Hardware Kit 1 Owner s Manual 1 Warranty Card Drive Motor Ramp Lifting Motor Top...

Page 5: ...the lift 9 When installing the Elite Lift check for any obstructions such as the fuel tank fuel lines electrical circuitry or exhaust components prior to drilling holes in the vehicle or routing the electrical connections 10 The Elite lift must be installed and serviced by an authorized VMI dealer 11 Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle s battery before beginning the installation 12 Ens...

Page 6: ...on to step 3 2 3 2 Verify Adequate Space in Vehicle for Installation Follow these steps to ensure that the Elite lift will accommodate the vehicle in which you intend to perform the installation and also the scooter powerchair that you intend to use 3 2 2 Width Ensure that the platform will fit inside the width of the cargo area The platform is 44 wide and requires 1 of clearance on each side for ...

Page 7: ...nsure that the Elite lift will reach the ground when fully extended 3 2 5 Bumper Clearance The Elite lift will extend 15 from the rear load line inside the cargo area to its maximum outward travel Ensure that the unit will clear the bumper trailer hitch or any other obstructions along the centerline of the vehicle Figure 3 3 Verifying Proper Extension and Bumper Clearance 29 5 15 100 27 5 ...

Page 8: ...s and insert the J bolts such that they hook around the dog bones and the threaded portion of the J bolts run through the holes on the bars Using the 1 2 washers and the 1 2 13 Nylock nuts provided start the nuts on the J bolts but do not tighten at this time In the event that the vehicle in which you are installing the Elite does not have dog bones available bolt the dog bone bars directly to the...

Page 9: ...ary to cut into the plastic threshold if the base unit is too long for the cargo area of the vehicle Pass the 3 8 bolts on the dog bone bars through the appropriate holes in the base unit tracks Using a ratchet four 3 8 washers and four 3 8 Nylock nuts tighten the base unit to the dog bone bars NOTE Ensure the track is centered in the cargo space Figure 3 5 Attaching Track to Dog Bone Bars ...

Page 10: ...engine components Install the fuse as close to the battery as possible using the two screws provided in the installation wiring kit Wire the battery side of the fuse directly to the battery and then connect the auxiliary side of the fuse to the Elite harness Connect the negative terminal directly to the negative pole of the battery Reconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle to the negative pol...

Page 11: ...etely Using the two 3 bolts and nuts provided close out the end of the trolley track to trap the winch head unit as shown below 3 9 Connect the Winch Assembly to the Drive Screw Using the provided bolt align the winch head unit with the drive screw assembly and insert the bolt and tighten finger tight See Figure 3 7 Trolley Route wiring in front of trolley Winch Figure 3 7 Winch Assembly Installat...

Page 12: ...nt switch run the unit out until it reaches completely outside the vehicle and begins to extend the lifting mechanism down to the ground ONCE THE WINCH REACHES THE LIMIT OF ITS TRAVEL DOWN STOP THE UNIT BY RELEASING THE SWITCH IF THE UNIT IS RUN CONTINUALLY ONCE THE PLATFORM HAS REACHED THE GROUND THE EXCESS TETHER WILL UNSPOOL AND COULD BECOME ENTANGLED WITH THE INTERNAL MECHANISMS STOP PRESSING ...

Page 13: ... 13 Check for Door Clearance Allow the unit to travel in completely ensuring that the platform clears the passenger and driver interior walls of the cargo space Once the unit travels inside completely it will stop when the magnetic switch is activated Close the rear hatch carefully to ensure the platform clears the closed rear door Take care to observe the scooter powerchair as it begins to travel...

Page 14: ...will be deactivated in order to prevent the unit from being operated with the remote control when the hatch is closed The pendant controls will still operate with the hatch shut and care must be taken to ensure that the unit is not operated with a closed hatch OPERATING THE UNIT WITH THE HATCH CLOSED MAY DAMAGE THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE HATCH AND DESTROY THE SCREW DRIVE MECHANISM ON THE ELITE LI...

Page 15: ...program perform the following 1 Close the rear door or hatchback or hold magnet against the switch 2 Open the vehicle hood and disconnect the vehicle negative battery terminal 3 With the transmitters at hand reconnect the negative battery terminal Within 5 seconds of reconnecting the negative terminal push the IN button on the first transmitter then the IN button on the second transmitter 4 Open t...

Page 16: ... or loss of proper function 5 Ensure that the scooter powerchair will not touch the roof or inside of the vehicle as the unit travels in or out 6 Keep the unit out of rain or excessive exposure to water In the event of exposure to water towel dry the unit to prevent rust or corrosion 7 Ensure the vehicle is parked on level ground before operating the Elite lift Do not try to operate the lift with ...

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