Atlas VISTA User manual
ATLAS
VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Please read this installation guide carefully to
ensure correct installation of your VISTA Vertical
Platform Lift.
VISTA RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
Rev. September 5th, 2018
p/n: 999355-0018
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ATLAS VISTA VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT
This manual describes how to install the Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift.
The Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift is a compact and powerful vertical platform lift that is
designed for the harsh North American climates. The VISTA model provides the user with a
seamless and safe experience. A series of safety features including; emergency stop buttons,
emergency lowering hand-wheel and detection safety sensors offer the peace of mind when
operating the lift.
Refer to the Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift Owner’s Manual for details regarding operation
and maintenance. The Owner’s Manual can be found on www.atlasacces.com
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Load Capacity
750 lbs (340kg) - 1000 lbs(454kg)
Rated Travel Speed
12 fpm (0.07m/s)
Drive Type
Direct Acme Screw
Power Supply
24v DC (1.5 HP motor)
120v AC (1.5 HP motor)
Maximum Travel
130” (3.30 m)
Safety
Security under pan, emergency stop buttons, emergency
lowering hand-wheel.
Codes and Standards
ASME 18.1, CSA B355, CSA B613
Optional Features
Custom dimensions, colours and configurations.
Polycarbonate/glass walls, Enclosures, Automatic
openers and more.
Warranty
12 months
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IMPORTANT
Do not throw away, destroy, or lose this installation guide. The instructions included in this guide must be followed
to prevent product malfunction, property damage, injury, or death to the user or other people. Incorrect operation
due to ignoring instructions found in this guide can cause harm, damage, injury or death. A summary of safety
precautions is found below.
For more technical materials such as drawings and specification, end user support, and manuals, visit
www.atlasacces.com
WARNING
Read all instructions contained in this installation guide before installing the Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift. It is
highly recommended to observe and adhere to all governing codes and ordinances in the job site locale. This includes
ensuring all work and materials comply and conform with all authorities having jurisdictions. Proper installation is
the responsibility of the installer and failure to follow all instructions renders the Atlas Limited Warranty null and
void.
DISCLAIMER
LES ESCALATEUR ATLAS, INC. (collectively, “Les Escalateurs Atlas”, “Atlas”, “Manufacturer”) shall not be held
responsible or liable for any personal injury or property damage caused by or resulting from inappropriate operation
of original product or of a product that has been modified or altered from the original VISTA design. No person or
company is authorized to change the VISTA design without authorization and the express written consent of LES
ESCALATEUR ATLAS, INC.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety of personnel is the primary concern during all procedures. Before beginning installation read and understand
the installation guide and containing procedures carefully to ensure correct and safe installation. Use the appropriate
tools and accessories during installation. Plan your work and do not work alone, if possible. Know how to obtain
emergency medical and fire fighting assistance.
This installation guide classifies the safety precautions into DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE.
Be sure to follow all the precautions below as they are important for ensuring safety.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Failure to follow any of WARNING is likely to result in such grave
consequences as death or serious injury
CAUTION
Failure to follow any of CAUTION may in some cases result in
grave consequences.
NOTE
Provides information such as reminders and guidelines and do
not fit into the preceding text.
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IMPORTANT FOR THE INSTALLER
The Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift shall be installed and serviced only by an authorized
Les Escalateurs Atlas, INC. dealer only. The authorized dealer should refer to this guide for
installation and servicing. For maintenance, please refer to the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift
Owner’s Manual.
Please carefully read and follow the instructions found in this guide BEFORE installing and/or
operating the Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform Lift. Improper installation, adjustment, service,
use or maintenance can cause personal injury or property damage. If you have any problems
or need assistance please contact your dealer immediately.
INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injuries, and/or death, obey the following precautions:
●Never exceed the maximum rated lift
capacity.
●Never use the Atlas VISTA Vertical Platform
Lift to lift freight or other materials than
intended by design.
●Read and understand the installation guide
prior to installing the Atlas VISTA Vertical
Platform Lift.
●Wear appropriate safety protection equipment
for your head, eyes, hands and feet during all
phases of the installation.
●Use extreme caution when lifting components
into position to avoid personal injury and
damage to the equipment.
●Keep panels and protective coverings in place
to avoid potentially fatal injury.
●Disconnect power from the unit before
performing any electrical or mechanical
service operations.
●Never bypass sensor switches which prevent
accidental start up when protective panels
are removed.
●Be aware of the location of others in the work
zone.
●Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
●Lock the wheels of any mobility device riding
on the platform.
●Use only recommended anchor fasteners.
●Check and verify for applicable local codes
and regulations.
NOTE
Failure to comply the these Installation Safety Instructions could render the warranty
null and void. If you have any question or concerns that are not covered in this
installation guide, please contact your dealer immediately.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CODES AND STANDARDS 6
SITE REQUIREMENTS 6
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 6
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED 6
REMOVE BLOCKS AND FASTENERS 8
UNASSEMBLED VISTA INSTALLATION 9
1. MOUNT CAB SUPPORT LEGS TO CARRIAGE FLANGES 9
2. RAISE THE PLATFORM 9
3. ATTACH UPPER INTERIOR GUARD PANEL 10
4. MOUNT LOWER INTERIOR GUARD PANEL 10
5. MOUNT EXTERIOR GUARD PANEL 11
6. ATTACH SAFETY UNDERPAN 11
7. ATTACH FOLDING RAMP ARM 12
VISTA INSTALLATION 13
1. INSTALL THE PROTECTION WALL 13
2. INSTALL UPPER LANDING GATE 14
3. POSITION THE LIFT 15
4. POWER UP THE LIFT 16
5. CLEARANCE CHECK 19
6. ANCHOR THE LIFT TO THE PAD OR FLOOR 20
7. WIRE UPPER LANDING CALL STATION AND INTERLOCK 21
8. ALIGN GATE LATCH 22
9. GATE OPERATOR (OPTIONAL) 23
10. INSTALL LOWER LANDING CALL STATION 24
11. ADJUST LIMIT SWITCHES 25
12. INSTALL MECHANICAL STOPS 26
13. WIRE THE CONTROLLER 26
14. REINSTALL FRONT PANEL AND TOP COVER 27
BEFORE LEAVING THE JOB SITE 27
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CODES AND STANDARDS
Your VISTA Vertical Platform Lift has been designed to meet CSA B613/B355 and ASME 18.1
standards. Code requirements and standards for vertical platform lifts vary depending on
location and region. It is the installer’s 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 VISTA Vertical Platform Lift.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
●Only install the lift on an approved pad or floor that has adequate drainage and meets
local codes and standards.
●Adequate lighting and pit lighting.
●Sufficient head room above the lift.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The VISTA Vertical Platform Lift requires a 110VAC-20 AMP or 110VAC-15 AMP grounded
electrical circuit and a GFCI protected circuit. Depending on local codes and regulations, this
connection may need to be routed in electrical conduit and hard-wired.
WARNING
Do not ride on the lift until it has been anchored to an approved pad or floor.
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED
- On receipt of the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift, verify the lift for shipping damage
immediately. Report any discrepancies or damage claims to your dealer.
- Carefully verify all the site specifics, engineering installation drawings and all preparatory
work prior to installation.
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INCLUDED PARTS
Before beginning installation, please inspect and check the box contents. Report any missing
or damaged parts to your dealer. All VISTA Vertical Platform Lifts come with a Standard
Hardware Box. Unassembled units will contain additional hardware. If ordered, your lift will
also come with an additional box containing the Atlas Installation Kit.
STANDARD HARDWARE KIT
-VISTA KIT
●2 Mechanical Stops
●6 Anchor Bolts (3/8'' X 3 3/4'')
●4 Hole Plugs (7/8'')
●4 Phillips Screws (10/24'' X 1/2'')
●2 Flat Angle Brackets
-Folding Ramp Kit
●10 Carriage bolts (1/4''-20 x 5/8'')
●10 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
●10 Hex Nuts (1/4'')
-Emergency Lowering Wheel
-VISTA Documentation
●1 Gray Envelope (Contains VISTA labels)
●1 Yellow Envelope (Contains Installation Guide and Owner’s Manual)
FOR UNASSEMBLED VISTA (IN ADDITION TO STANDARD HARDWARE KIT)
-Safety Underpan Hardware
●4 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1 1/2'')
-Exterior Guard Panel Hardware
●4 Hex Bolts (3/8'' X 1 1/2'')
●18 Flat Washers (3/8'')
●4 Nylon Nuts (3/8'')
-Interior Guard Panel Hardware
●2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1 1/2'')
●2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 3/4'')
●4 Flat Washers (1/4'')
●4 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
-Folding Ramp Arm & Hardware
ATLAS INSTALLATION KIT (OPTIONAL)
●1 Round Bipolar Plug
●5 90° Connectors
●20 Aluminum Shims
●20 Flat Head Wood Screws (1/4'' x 1 1/4'')
●5 Tapcons (3/16'' x 1 3/4'')
●15’ 16G Black Cable/3 Contacts and 4 End Connectors
●25’ 18G Gray Cable/3 Contacts
●25’ 18G Gray Cable/7 Contacts
●20’ Flexible Gray PVC Hose
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REMOVE BLOCKS AND FASTENERS
Your VISTA lift is shipped with load securing blocks and fasteners. Before operating the
VISTA, remove the wooden block and shims.
The wooden block is located inside the tower, behind the Acme Screw.
The Two shims are located on each side of the tower.
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UNASSEMBLED VISTA INSTALLATION
If you have received a pre-assembled VISTA Vertical Platform Lift, please skip to the Vista
Installation section on page 10.
In the case that the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift arrives unassembled, follow these
instructions to assemble the platform before continuing with the installation guide.
NOTE
Ensure the the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift power supply has been connected as the
assembly requires the platform to be raised.
MATERIALS:
●Upright Support Legs With 6 Hex Bolts and Nuts
●Interior and Exterior Panel Guards
●Folding Ramp and Carriage bolt
●Safety Underpan
●Hardware (Contains 3 hardware bags; Interior Panel Guard, Exterior Panel Guard and
Safety Underpan).
PROCEDURE:
Reassemble the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift and continue with the installation guide.
1. MOUNT CAB SUPPORT LEGS TO CARRIAGE FLANGES
MATERIALS
Hardware is already attached to the Upright Support Legs, keep the same bolt order and
configuration when installing.
INSTALL
1. Position the platform by aligning the Upright Support Legs with the Carriage flanges that
protrude from the front cover.
2. Align the Carriage Flange mounting holes with those of the Upright Support Legs.
2. INSTALL THE CAB FLOOR
Procedure
1. Cut the 4 zip ties on each microswitch (attached in the four inner corners of the carriage).
2. Connect the Underpan’s QuickConnect.
3. Align the Cabin Floor on the Carriage and fasten into place.
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3. ATTACH UPPER INTERIOR GUARD PANEL
MATERIALS
●2 Angled Brackets
●2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 3/4'')
●2 Flat Washers (1/4'')
●2 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
INSTALL
●Attach an Angled Bracket to each
Upright Support Leg using 2 Hex Bolts
(1/4''-20 x 3/4'') with 2 Split Lock
Washers (1/4'') and Flat Washers (1/4'')
to each top bracket. (See Fig 1.)
Fig 1. Interior Guard Panel with Bracket and
Hardware.
4. MOUNT LOWER INTERIOR GUARD PANEL
MATERIALS
●2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1 1/2'')
●2 Flat Washers (1/4'')
●2 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
INSTALL
●Align Interior Guard Panel bottom and
attach using 2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1
1/2'') with 2 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
and 2 Flat Washers (1/4''). (See Fig 2.)
Fig 2. Interior Guard Panel bottom aligned.
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5. MOUNT EXTERIOR GUARD PANEL
MATERIALS
●4 Hex Bolts (3/8'' X 1 1/2'')
●18 Flat Washers (3/8'')
●4 Split Lock Washers (1/4'')
●4 Nylon Nuts (3/8'')
INSTALL
1. Using 1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 1 1/2''), 4 Flat
Washers (3/8''), 1 Split Lock Washer
(1/4'') and 1 Nylon Nut (3/8'') attach the
Exterior Guard Panel at the Exterior
Bolt Insertion Point. IMPORTANT -
Follow the hardware configuration
found on Fig 3.
2. Using 1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 1 1/2''), 3 Flat
Washers (3/8''), 1 Split Lock Washer
(1/4'') and 1 Nylon Nut (3/8'') attach the
Exterior Guard Panel at the Interior Bolt
Insertion Point. IMPORTANT - Follow
the hardware configuration found on
Fig 3.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 on the other side of
the Exterior Guard Panel.
Fig 3. Bolt Configuration and Insertion Points.
NOTE: For Anti-Corrosion configurations, use 3 flat
washer on the top and 4 on the bottom.
6. ATTACH SAFETY UNDERPAN
MATERIALS
●4 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1 1/2'')
INSTALL
●Attach one side of the Safety Underpan
using 2 Hex Bolts (1/4''-20 x 1 1/2'').
●Repeat this step on the other side of
the Safety Underpan.
Fig 4. Safety Underpan with hardware.
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7. ATTACH FOLDING RAMP ARM
MATERIALS
●Folding Ramp Kit
●1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 2 1/2'')
●1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 1'')
●4 Flat Washers (3/8'')
●1 Spacer
●2 Nylon Nuts (3/8'')
INSTALL
1. Attach Folding Ramp to Piano Hinge
using Carriage Bolts, Split Washers and
Nuts located in the Folding Ramp Kit.
2. Locate and loosen Folding Ramp Arm
(It is tightened for shipping)
3. Unscrew Folding Ramp Arm bolt from
the Folding Arm.
4. Using 1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 2 1/2''), 2 Flat
Washers (3/8''), 1 Spacer and 1 Nylon
Nut (3/8'') attach the base of the
Folding Arm to the platform.
IMPORTANT - Follow the hardware
configuration found on Fig 4.
Fig 4. Folding Arm in place with bolt configuration.
5. Using 1 Hex Bolt (3/8'' X 1''), 2 Flat
Washers (3/8''), and 1 Nylon Nut (3/8'')
attach the Folding Arm to the Folding
Ramp. IMPORTANT - Follow the
hardware configuration found on Fig 5.
Fig 5. Folding Arm attached to Folding Ramp
* CONTINUE WITH INSTALLATION GUIDE *
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VISTA INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL THE PROTECTION WALL
MATERIALS:
●Protection Wall (Provided by
Contractor)
PROCEDURE
Install the Protection Wall.
INSTALL:
1. Ensure the Protection Wall is the
same width as the Upper Landing
threshold.
2. Level the Protection Wall and
fasten into place.
3. Make a pocket cut with a router at
the top of the Protection Wall to
allow the Upper Landing sill to sit
flush when installed.
Fig 1. Protection Wall
WARNING
The area between the floor (where is
the lift is anchored) and the top
landing must be covered with a
Protection Wall. This is done to
eliminate any pinch points and
shearing hazards.
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2. INSTALL UPPER LANDING GATE
MATERIALS:
●Landing Gate
●18 - Wood Screw, Flat, #12
●Shims (If necessary)
PROCEDURE:
Level and install the Upper Landing Gate.
INSTALL:
1. Place the Upper Landing Gate into
position. Ensure the sill angle bracket
rests flush with the foundation (Fig 2.)
Fig 2. Sill Angle Bracket resting flush.
2. Use a #12 Wood Screw to temporarily
fasten Upper Landing Gate into place.
3. Level the hinge-side of gate upright
and use #12 screws to fasten into
place.
4. Using a #12 Wooden Screw,
temporarily fasten the latch side of
the gate into place.
5. Level the latch-side upright and use
#12 Wooden Screws to fasten firmly
into place.
6. Level the platform (use shims if
necessary) and fasten #12 Wood
Screws into the remaining holes on
the sill angle bracket (Fig 3).
Fig 3. Shim and screw
7. Drill a 1-inch hole into the floor on
the Interlock side for Call Station and
Interlock wiring (Fig 4.).
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Fig 4. Drill Hole for Interlock
GATE OPERATOR (Optional)
If included, bore a 1-inch hole into the
floor on the Gate Operator side of the
Upper Landing Gate.
Refer to “Optional Gate Operator” on
page 14 for full installation instructions.
3. POSITION THE LIFT
PROCEDURE
Install and align the lift into position.
INSTALL
1. Lay 1-inch steel rods into position.
2. Roll the ift onto steel rods.
3. Using the pry bar, gently maneuver the
lift to the proper orientation for the
cab type.
4. Slide platform into position using the
steel rods as rollers (Fig 5.). Align the
lift with Upper Landing Gate (See Fig 6.
on next page).
Fig 5. Position lift using 1” Steel Rods
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Fig 6. Lift is aligned with Upper Landing Gate
4. POWER UP THE LIFT
PROCEDURE
1. Remove the top cover and front panel by unscrewing 4 Hex Bolts.
Fig 7. Remove Top Cover and Front Panel
2. Locate the VISTA Vertical Platform lift power cord at the base of the tower.
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3. Connect the lift’s power cord to the 110V-20 AMP power supply.
4. Power on the lift via the load break switch.
5. Pull the pit emergency stop button.
Fig 8. Electrical Disconnect and Pit Emergency Stop
NOTE
If included, the Installation Kit will contain
all required hardware and material to
connect the VISTA Vertical Platform Lift to
the power supply.
4A. DC MODEL - INSTALL BATTERIES AND WIRE THE MOTOR
PROCEDURE
Connect Batteries and Drive Motor for DC Models.
INSTALL
1. Place Batteries into position
2. Use the Electrical Diagram to make the proper wiring connections.
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4B AC MODEL - INSTALL BATTERIES AND WIRE THE MOTOR
PROCEDURE
Connect Batteries and Drive Motor for AC Models.
INSTALL
1. Place Batteries into position
2. Use the Electrical Diagram to make the proper wiring connections.
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5. CLEARANCE CHECK
PROCEDURE
Complete a travel check to verify landing edge and running clearance as per engineering
installation drawings and identify potential interferences and shearing hazards.
Fig 9. Perform a full Clearance Check
DANGER
It is critical to recognize and address potential interferences and
shearing hazards.
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