Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RPL600 Harmar Mobility
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This manual has been provided to assist you with lift installation and operation. For further assistance please contact your authorized Harmar dealer or Harmar’s Technical Service department.
Table of Contents Installing the lift Using the Manual 2 When You Receive the Lift 3 Specifications 3 Safety 3 Code Requirements 4 Site Requirements 4 Required Tools 4 Required Materials 4 Preparing t.
When You Receive the Lift • Check the lift for shipping damage. If you see any dam age contact the freight carrier to file a da mage claim. • Verify the products match that described on the packing list attached to the exterior packaging. • Verify the contents of the package match that shown below to the right.
Code Requirements Your lift has been designed to meet ASME A18.1 section 5 and CSA B44/ASME A17.5, with the addition of certain options. Code requirements for Ve rtical Platform lifts vary depending on location.
Preparing to Install the Lift Final Site Inspection Verify the surface the lift will mount to is smooth and level. This surface m ust be made from 3,500 psi reinforced concrete with a minimum thickness of 4”. Verify that there is enough space for the lifts foot print.
Installing the Platform Step 1 The mounting bolts, nuts and spacers that secure the platform to the lift carriage are preinstalled in the carriage flange. Begin by removing these pieces and setting aside. Step 2 Position the platform by aligning the support legs with the carriage flanges that protrude from the front cover.
Installing the Outer Guard Panel Step 1 Remove the hexbolts on the ends of the platform. Insert the guard panel posts into the pockets in the platform.
Installing the Ramp Step 1 Install the ramp roller guide on the side of the lift tower using the screws already installed in the panels. Step 2 Attach the two ramp pivot tabs to the lower landing sides of the platform. Reinsert the hex bolts, one of which will go through the guard panel post, and tighten.
Anchoring the Lift Step 1 • Position the lift in its final location. • Verify that it is level and perpendicular to its surroundings. • Shim if necessary. Anchors Harmar recommends securing the lift using our Anchor Kit. If you purchase you own floor anchors they must use 1/2-13 bolts and have a minimum tensile strength of 6000 LBS.
Setting the Limit Switches Your lift is equipped with upper and lower limit switches. The vertical location of these switches may be adjusted to fit your application. Typically the upper limit switch will need to be adjusted so the platform will stop level with the upper landing.
Step 4 Loosen the bolts that attaches the upper limit switch assembly. Slide the assembly down the track until the lower switch in the assembly comes in contact with the l ift’s car. You should hear the limit switch click as contact is made. Retighten the set screw fastening the limit switch assembly in place.
Verifying Operation of the Lift Caution: Complete the following section before training the customer to use the lift. Step 1 Run the lift up and down for 5 complete cycles. Hold the direction button down and allow the limit switches to stop the lift. At the top, verify that the platform stops level with the upper landing.
Manual Override Your lift is equipped with a manual handcrank, to be used in the case of a power failure. Step 1 Before using the manual handcrank verify that it’s use is required. Check that the emergency stop switch is pulled out. Check that the electrical cord is plugged into the wall.
Top Landing Gate (optional) The optional top landing gate is provided with a combination mechanical lock and electric contact (interlock) . The interlock: • Prevents the lift from running if the gate is not closed. • Prevents the gate from being opened if the platform is not at the top landing.
Top Landing EMI Interlock (optional) The optional EMI Interlock is provided with a combination mechanical lock and electric contact. They are to be used with existing doors. The interlock: • Prevents the lift from running if the door is not closed. • Prevents the door from being opened if the platform is not at the landing.
Fascia Panel (optional) A fascia panel provides a smooth surface for th e platform edge to run against to prevent any shear or obstruction hazards and must be utilized. A running clearance of no more than 3/4” and no less than 3/8” must be maintained between the edge of the platform and the fascia panel.
Residential Platform Lift - Owners Section L Read the manual thoroughly before operating the lift. 17.
Congratulations on the purchase of your Harmar Vertical Platform Lift. This lift has been engineered to provide trouble free se rvice for many, many years. Please read this manual completely before operating your lift. Safety • Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of 600 lbs.
Controls Emergency Stop In an emergency push this red button to stop the lift. Pull out on the button to run. Up Controls upward movement of lift platform. To move platform up, depress and hold the upper half of the rocker switch. To cease movement, release switch.
Operating the Lift Step 1 - Up Drive onto and stop in the middle of the platform. Apply the brakes of your chair or scooter. Step 2 Verify that the emergency stop button is not activated by giving it a quick pull out, away from the side of the platform.
Step 1 - Down Drive onto and stop in the middle of the platform. Apply the brakes of your chair or scooter. Step 2 Verify that the emergency stop button is not activated by giving it a quick pull out, away from the side of the platform. Step 3 Press and hold the DOWN rocker.
Please fill out all fields and return within 10 days of product purchase. Toll-Free Fax: 1-866-234-5680, Online: www.harmar.com or Mail to: Harmar Summit, LLC.
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