Fox Valley Elevator F114 User manual

OWNERS GUIDE
Hydraulic
Residential
Elevator
1726 North Ballard Road, Suite 1 • Appleton, WI 54911
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
Technical Support 855-804-5774
Series: F114, F116
PMQ0008-M
11 APR 2022

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Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................4
Serial Number .............................................................................................................................................................4
Maintenance and Service ........................................................................................................................................4
Important Operating Note........................................................................................................................................5
Safety Features & Assumption of Risk....................................................................................................................6
Basic Elevator Operating Instructions..............................................................................................................7
Descriptive Features.............................................................................................................................................8-10
Basic Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................11
Emergency Procedures..................................................................................................................................12-16
Description of Programs....................................................................................................................................17-22
Limited Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................23-24
Is My Elevator safe?True or False Form.....................................................................................................25-27
Your Elevator 101......................................................................................................................................................28
Notes......................................................................................................................................................29
Table of Contents
On your choice of a Fox Valley Elevator.
Your elevator is manufactured in accordance with the ASME A17.1/ CSA B44 Safety Code for
Elevators and Escalators.
Properly used and maintained, your new elevator will give you many years of excellent service.
However, you must be sure to follow all safety procedures.
This Owner’s Guide should be reviewed periodically and saved for future reference.
*Fox Valley Elevator will be referred as FVE through out the remainder of this document.
Congratulations!
Fox Valley Elevator, is a proud member of The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, The
National Association Elevators Contractors, The Canadian Elevator Contractor Association,
The Accessibility Equipment Manufacturers Association. These symbols assures you of our
commitment to high quality and accessibility to everyone.
Members Of:

Elevator Dealer Information
Introduction
Your dealer will instruct you on the proper and safe operation of your Fox Valley Elevator. IT IS
IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS OWNER’S GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR NEW
ELEVATOR.
Your elevator was designed for years of dependable service. However, as with all electrical and
mechanical equipment, proper operation and periodic maintenance is absolutely required.
Maintenance instructions are available and are to be used by qualied personnel only. For optimal
performance, Fox Valley Elevator recommends that you establish a semi-annual maintenance
agreement with your elevator contractor.
This serial number contains specic information about your elevator,
allowing technicians to properly identify replacement parts.
Elevator Serial Number
Maintenance and Service
If you have questions concerning the operation or maintenance requirements of your
elevator, please contact the local elevator dealer listed above. FVE. suggests that you
develop an ongoing relationship with your dealer for routine servicing and periodic
maintenance. Do not try to service or repair the elevator yourself.
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Anyone using this elevator must be trained on it’s proper use and have read this owner’s guide.
Always verify the elevator has properly leveled at the landing (to avoid tripping or falling) before
entering or exiting the car.
Do not lean against the elevator gate or the control panel.
Do not allow unsupervised children to use this elevator.
Do not attempt to bypass, or otherwise tamper with, any of the safety systems.
Do not exceed maximum capacity of the elevator. A capacity tag is posted in the car.
Never open a gate or hoistway door, while the elevator is in motion (it will stop the elevator).
The car gate(s) must always be kept in the closed position except during entry and exit of the
elevator car. Your elevator will not operate if the gate(s) is not securely closed.
If you open the hoistway door and do not open the car gate the elevator will not respond to calls.
Do not use your elevator to transport freight.
If you detect a problem with your elevator, do not use it. Call your elevator dealer immediately.
Do not use this elevator in the event of re, smoke, ooding, or earthquake.
FVE. suggests that you avoid usage of your elevator during severe weather conditions when
there is a strong possibility of power surges or outages.
Do not use if there is a possibility of weather related damage to the elevator equipment or
hoistway (i.e.: ooding, shifted or tilting hoistway walls).
Do not use your elevator if the gate switches or hoistway door locks are not operating
properly. Call your dealer or service person at once.
Never extend parts of the body or any objects through the gate(s) while operating.
Safe operation requires a maintained hoistway temperature of between 60° - 110°F with a relative
humidity not to exceed 95%.
Note: The frequency drive may be heard running for thermal heat dissipation at any time.
Do not expose electrical components to the elements or extreme temperature uctuations.
Resulting condensation will damage equipment, causing it to malfunction. If exposed, let sit
for 12-24 hours prior to operation.
Important Operating Notes
Designates a condition where failure to follow instructions or heed warning could result in
serious personal injury or death. When you see this symbol HEED IT’S MESSAGE.

Assumption of Risk
ALL PERSONS who use this elevator bear the responsibility for proper use of this product.
Misuse, deliberate or otherwise, voids all warranties... written or expressed!
Fox Valley Elevator is NOT responsible for any injury or death resulting from product modication,
additions or other changes which take place after the product has left the manufacturer’s plant.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH ANY SAFETY FEATURE!
Your FVE. is equipped with many safety features you should be aware of.
• Broken Rope Safety. Mechanically stops the elevator if one or both of the cable(s) break or
slacks.
• Car Gate Safety Switch. The elevator will not operate if a gate is open.
• Final Limit Switch. Stops the elevator if unit travels beyond normal operating limits.
• Hoistway Door Interlocks. Renders the elevator inoperable while a hoistway door is open,
and lock the door when the elevator is not at the oor.
• Low Pressure Switch. The elevator will not operate if the pressure in the hydraulic system
drops too low.
• Pipe Rupture Valve. The elevator will not operate if the hydraulic oil in the cylinder ows out
at too fast of a rate.
• Pressure Relief Valve. Bypasses hydraulic uid to tank reservoir if hydraulic system becomes
overloaded.
• Safety Run Timer. If the unit becomes overloaded, the pump will only run for 90 seconds
before timing out.
• Slack Cable Safety Switch. Electrically prevents the elevator from traveling if the cables
become slack or break.
• Buer Spring. If present, are device with one or more springs to cushion the impact force of
a descending elevator.
• Door Fault. If present, the elevator controller will monitor the door closed and door locked
circuit of the hoistway door interlocks on all oor landings. If the elevator detects the door
closed circuit open when the elevator is not within the landing zone it will disable the power
to the driving machine. When this happens, the elevator will not operate in automatic mode
and will need to be reset.
• Safety Pan. If present, If the elevator safety pan is triggered by hitting an obstruction in the
hoistway. The elevator driving machine power will be disabled until the obstruction is
removed and the elevator is reset.
Safety Features
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Basic Elevator Operating Instructions
Note: The descriptions and specications contained in this guide were in eect at the time the guide was approved for
printing. FoxValley Elevator reserves the right to discontinue models without notice and without incurring obligation.The
equipment described within this guide may not be identied as either standard or optional and the various illustrations
may not all be applicable to your particular unit. If you have questions, always check with your Elevator Dealer.
1. Press the Call Button - This will call the elevator to your oor and allow you to open the hoistway door.
2. Open the Hoistway Door - Open the door or the auto door will open once the elevator has come to a
complete stop at your oor.
3. Check for Leveling - Visually verify the elevator has leveled properly, to avoid tripping or falling.
4. Open the Gate.
Automatic Gate Operation: The gate will automatically open.
Manual Gate Operation: Slide the gate open. Always use the gate handle.
5. Enter the Elevator.
6. Close the Hoistway Door - Manually close the door or the auto door will close after you. The elevator
will not operate unless the hoistway door is completely closed.
7. Close the Gate.
Automatic Gate Operation: The gate operator will automatically close the gate once the hoistway door is
closed.
Manual Gate Operation: Slide the gate closed. Always use the gate handle.
8. Press the Desired Floor Button.
9. Complete Travel - Wait for the elevator to complete its travel to the desired oor and come to a
complete stop.
10. Open the Gate.
Automatic Gate Operation: The gate will automatically open.
Manual Gate Operation: Slide the gate open. Always use the gate handle.
11. Check for Leveling - Visually verify the elevator has leveled properly before stepping out of the
elevator to avoid tripping or falling.
12. Open the Hoistway Door - Open the door or the auto door will open once the elevator has come to a
complete stop at your oor.
13. Exit Elevator
14. Close Gate
Automatic Gate Operation: The gate operator will automatically close the gate once the hoistway door
is closed.
Manual Gate Operation: Firmly close the gate before the hoistway door as you exit the elevator.
15. Close the Hoistway Door - Manually close the door securely or the auto door will close for you as you
exit the elevator.
Note: The elevator will not respond to another call if the gate to the hoistway door is not completely
closed.
If you open the hoistway door and do not open the gate the elevator will not respond to calls.

Descriptive Features
It is important that you familiarize yourself with the features of your new FVE before using.
Hall Station
Hall Station should be located near the hoistway door.
• Car Call Button - Press this button to call the car to your oor. The button will
illuminate while the elevator is in motion or to unlock the hoistway door if the
elevator is already at the oor.
• Car Here Light - If present, this light will illuminate when the elevator has
reached the oor.
• Key Lock - Some hall stations may be equipped with an optional key lock. The key
must be turned on for the button to become active.
• Position indicator - If present, lets you see what oor the elevator is on.
• Door Fault Light - If present, this light will illuminate when the door closed circuit is
opened with the elevator car not in the landing zone of any oor.
• Maintenance - Clean your hall station plate with a clean cloth. Do not use harsh
chemicals or abrasive cleaners which may damage the clear coat.
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Car Operating Panel
Car Operating Panel will be located inside of the elevator car.
• Floor Buttons - Press a oor button to send the car to a oor. The button will
lluminate when depressed.
• Alarm Button - When pressed, the alarm bell rings alerting others within the
home to your need for assistance.
• Emergency Stop Knob - Immediately stops the elevator when pushed.
• Light Switch - A light switch for your convenience comes standard on all car
operating panels.
• Key Locks - Optional key locks may be added for controlled access and safety.
• Position indicator - If present, lets you know your location as you travel by
each oor.
• Emergency Light - If present, illuminates if the power goes out.
• Maintenance - Clean your car operating panel faceplate with a clean cloth.
Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners which may damage the clear
coat.

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Descriptive Features Continued...
Telephone Jack
• Telephone Jack. Fox Valley Elevator, Elevators are equipped with a telephone
jack. Some elevators are equipped with an optional ush mount telephone
box (shown here) or a ush mount telephone keypad or integrated into the
car operating panel
A phone must be plugged into the phone jack at all times and the phone line
must be operational!
• Maintenance. Periodically check to make certain the telephone is in good
working order.
GAL Interlock Key
EMI Interlock Key
Accordion Gate
Collapsible Gate
Hoistway Door Interlock
The interlock is located inside the hoistway at the top corner or in the door jamb
on the latch side of the door. This locks the hoistway door when the car is not at a
landing.
• Emergency Key. Can be used to open the door from outside the hoistway in
case of emergency or for servicing.
This key is to be used only for emergencies.
• GAL Interlock. Insert the emergency release key into the hole (near the top
of the door) and turn (toward the center of the door) to release the interlock
while opening the door.
• EMI Interlock. Insert the emergency release key into the hole (near the top
of the door) and pull center downward to release the interlock while opening
the door.
• Prudhomme Interlock. Insert the emergency release key into the hole (in the
door trim) and turn to release the Prudhomme interlock while opening the
door.
Note: Key will only turn one way depending on hand of interlock.
Accordion Gate or Collapsible Gate
(Light curtain included with Collapsible Gate supplied by FVE)
The Accordion Gate and the Collapsible Gate secures the car opening during
operation. This gate provides a barrier between the car and the hoistway.
DO NOT lean on, push on, pull on or open the gate while the elevator is in
motion. It can stop the elevator.
• Maintenance. Dust and/or clean the surfaces of your gate with a clean cloth.
Do not use harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners. Keep the gate tracks clear of
dirt or debris.
Prudhomme Interlock Key

Automatic Door Operator
Automatically opens and closes the Hoistway Door of the elevator.
• Convenience. One less step to remember during the operation of your new
elevator.
• Hands Free. Very helpful for those with limited mobility and strength.
• Versatile . Can be used with interior or exterior doors.
Automatic Gate Operator
Automatically opens and closes the accordion car gate of the elevator. This option
is only available with accordion gates.
• Convenience. One less step to remember during the operation of your new
elevator.
• Hands Free. Very helpful for those with limited mobility and strength.
• Out of Sight. The automatic gate operator is mounted on the top of the
elevator car.
Descriptive Features Continued...
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