Majic Stairs MAJIC ATTIC LIFT User manual

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MAJIC ATTIC LIFT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Welcome and thank you for purchasing the Majic Attic Lift by Majic Stairs. We hope you will en-
joy the ease of use and safety that our attic lift provides. Please thoroughly read all aspects of
the installation instructions when beginning your Majic Attic Lift installation as we have included
numerous safety measures for your protection. Be sure to also locate the owners manual in
order to understand all aspects of the lift operation before use. Stay safe and enjoy!

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Table of Contents
Section 1: Safety Precautions ......................... 4
Section 2: Components ................................... 5
Section 3: Required Tools................................ 8
Section 4: Attic Preparation ............................. 9
Lift Location................................................. 9
Cutting a Hole for the Lift .......................... 10
Section 5: Attic Assembly .............................. 13
Section 6: Basket Assembly .......................... 15
Section 7: Basket Adjustment........................ 18
Section 8: Remote Programing ..................... 21
Section 9: Troubleshooting............................ 22

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Section 1: Safety Precautions
DANGER
• No person under 18 years of age should be allowed to operate this product.
• Children should be kept away from the lift when it is in operation.
• When not in use, remove the remote control and store it where children cannot
get it.
• When not in use, always raise the basket until it’s closed.
• This product can cause serious injury or death to anyone who attempts to ride,
or install or operate the lift improperly.
• When working in the attic, stay on the decked areas.
• If you must enter non-decked areas, stay on the joists. The material between
the joists will not support your weight and will collapse if you stand or sit on
them.
• Be alert to overhead hazards such as exposed nails.
• Be aware of and avoid openings such as the ladder opening or the lift opening
when you are working or moving around the attic.
• When working over the opening, cover it with a piece of plywood and be aware
of the opening as a safety precaution.
• When working with power tools, follow all the manufacturers’ safety guidelines
and wear approved safety gear.
• Do not work alone in a hot attic if you have any health condition that could
affect your balance, mobility, or cause you to lose consciousness.
• Do not work in the attic in the heat of the day as this can cause heat exhaustion.
Morning hours are the coolest times to work in the attic.
• Do not operate this equipment in damp, wet, or poorly lit attic spaces.
• Do not use this equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
• Keep the work area clear of obstacles to prevent falls or injury.
• Use only grounded power outlets or extension cords.
• To reduce the risk of accident, severe injury, or death, all persons must read and
understand the product instructions completely before installing this equipment.
• Do not stand under or allow anyone to stand under the lift while in operation.

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Section 2: Components
Quantity Part Picture
Attic Parts - Upper Workstation
2Upper Arm
(labeled left and right)
1Motor Housing
(Motor, Roller Tube, Cable)
2 Pulleys
2Pulley Cover
(labeled left and right)
1 Stabilizer Bar
1Stop Angle
4 12" Corner Guide
1 Safety Strip

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Basket Parts - Lower Workstation
2Basket Arm
(labeled left and right)
4 Basket Leg
1 Basket Back Brace
1 Bottom Door Frame
1 Floor
Attic Hardware - Upper Workstation
4 5/16" x 2" Lag Bolt
4 5/16" x 1 3/4" Bolt
8 5/16" Washer
4 5/16" Nylock Nut
2 10mm x 3 1/2" Bolt

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Attic Hardware - Upper Workstation Continued
2 17mm Nylock Nut
6 #12 - 3/4" Teks®Screw
24 Galvanized 1 1/4" Nail
1 Red Safety Chain
Hardware - Lower Workstation
4 1/4" x 2 1/2" Flat Head Bolt
8 1/4" Nylock Nut
4 #12 - 3/4" Teks®Screw
4 1/4" Washer
4 Nylon Spacer
4 3/8" x 1" Carriage Bolt

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Hardware - Lower Workstation Continued
4 3/8" Washer
4 3/8" Nylock Nut
2 12" Bungee Cord
1 Remote
Section 3: Required Tools
• Tape Measure
• Pencil
• Sawzall
• Sawzall Blade
• Drill
• 1/4" Drill Bit
• Hammer
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• 5/16" Nut Driver
• 3/8" Ratchet
• 7/16" Wrench
• 9/16" Wrench
• 17mm Wrench
• 17mm Socket
• Impact Driver
• Skill Saw
• 1/2" Socket
• 1/2" Wrench

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Section 4: Attic Preparation
Lift Location
NOTE: Wiring the Majic Attic Lift electric outlet (110V) to the attic light switch is required. Ma-
jic Attic Lift recommends hiring a licensed electrician for this procedure.
1. Determine where to install your Majic Attic Lift. Install your lift with at least one bay between
the stairs/ladder and lift, preferably two. This leaves you enough room to move your items
onto and o󰀨 of the lift basket. You load from only one side of the lift, so be sure to position
your lift where you can access the cargo. (See Figure 1 for possible locations.)
NOTE: If the framing is not truss construction, consult an engineer on how to prepare an
opening.
Figure 1
Majic Lift Locations
Good
Location
OK
Location
Best
Location
Leave 2 Bays
Between
Majic Stairs or Drop Down Ladder
Trusses

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Cutting a Hole for the Lift
DANGER
• Always be certain that there are no wires, gas lines,
or fixtures where you are cutting. If you are unsure,
consult a contractor.
• The end block has to be true and square in order to
properly operate the lift.
• Never stand on drywall or sheetrock. It is not strong
enough to support a person or any heavy object.
1. The lift is designed to t between standard truss systems at 22.5".
NOTE: Be certain you have adequate spacing before making any cuts. It is important that
you never cut any part of the truss.
2. There are two standard truss styles, Style A and Style B.
Style A: Figure 2 is a vertical truss which creates an open area within the truss where a oor
usually has been installed for better storage.
Leave a 2" space between the vertical truss member and the start of the opening. (See Fig-
ure 2 for reference.)
NOTE: When installing the lift in Style A, push the motor all the way into the second hole of
the upper arm.
Figure 2
STYLE A
INSTALLING IN VERTICAL TRUSS
49.25”
36 ”
2”

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Style B: Figure 3 is a truss that has many angles going in di󰀨erent directions. Typically, you
will have to add ooring to this style truss.
After you pick the location, measure 36" o󰀨 the oor (that is the height of the lift - See Figure
2). If there is not a truss member in the way, make a hole 49.25" by 22.5". If there is a truss
member in the way, keep the 7" space clear for the lift cable to wind onto the roller tube.
(See Figure 3 for reference.)
Figure 3
STYLE B
INSTALLING IN TRUSS WEBBING
49.25”
36 ”
7 ”
3. Remove any decking, plywood, insulation, and drywall from the 49.25" by 22.5" opening pre-
viously layed out.

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4. Using the same size lumber as your oor joist, cut two 22.5" pieces to insert into the space
between the trusses. Anchor these to the adjacent trusses with some deck screws.
(See Figure 4 for reference.)
**This area will be the load bearing structure for the weight (150 lb max) of the items
loaded in the basket and the Majic Attic Lift combined.**
It is important that you perform the following instructions.
NOTE: If you cannot reach behind the truss to drive a screw, cut four 8" blocks that you can
fasten to the truss from the opening you are working in. Use the larger block to push the
smaller one back to the point where the larger one is ush with the opening. Put a couple of
3" deck screws into the smaller blocks, then you can place your header between the trusses
and use two 3" deck screws per side to attach to the blocks you just placed.
Figure 4
49.25”
22.5”
Screw Headers
to Blocks
Screw Headers
to Blocks
Screw Blocks
to Joists
Screw Blocks
to Joists

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Section 5: Attic Assembly
DANGER
When working over the opening, place a piece of
plywood over the opening to cover it.
Figure 5
3/4 x 3/4 Square Tube Slides
into Upper Arm
Attach with 2
5/16" x 1-3/4" Bolts
Sides and Motor
are Marked
Left and Right
Attach with
10mm x
3-1/2" Bolt
Truss Style A
Locations
Truss Style B
Locations
NOTE: See Figure 5 as reference for steps 1-12. The following steps are to be assembled inside
the attic work station. (DO NOT plug motor to power until the basket is attached (Section 7)
1. Start with one of the upper arms and attach a pulley. Use the (2) 10mm x 3.5" bolts and
17mm nuts.
NOTE: Each arm is marked with a “L” and “R” for left and right.
2. Make sure the pulleys are facing inward and insert the bolts through the upper arm frame and
then through the pulley.
NOTE: You may need to tap the bolts through if powder coating has lled the hole slightly.
3. Once the bolt is completely through, thread on a locking nut and tighten.
4. Repeat Steps 1-3 for the remaining upper arm.
5. Looking from the front of the opening, place the left arm on the left side of the attic opening
leaving 1/8" of the attic oor exposed.

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6. Using a pencil, mark where the slots on the left upper arm meet the plywood and temporarily
set aside the left upper arm.
7. Pre-drill a hole with a 1/4" bit at the center of each slot mark.
8. Put the left upper arm back in place and insert two 2" lag bolts and a 5/16" washer for each
lag bolt and tighten.
9. Repeat Steps 5-8 for the right upper arm.
NOTES:
• For Step 10, a second person is needed to help mount the motor assembly onto the back
of the arms.
• If needed, you can slightly ex the metal plate on the left and right side of the motor
assembly away from the rail next to it for an easier t. (See Figure 5 for reference)
10.Slide the motor assembly into the top rail of the upper arms.
11. Install (2) 5/16" x 1-3/4" bolts, (2) 5/16" washers, and (2) 5/16" nylock nuts on each side of
the motor assembly and tighten a little, but not completely.
DANGER
Be careful to not fall when leaning over the opening.
12.Loop the cables over each of the pulleys and drop them down to the oor ensuring there is
nothing below. (See Figure 6 for reference.)
13.Install the 2"x 2"x1.5" Stop Angle on the left upper arm with stop angle facing down into
pre-drilled holes using (2) #12 Teks®screws.
Figure 6

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Section 6: Basket Assembly
1. The basket oor is adjustable to varying attic oor sizes. The bottom door is set at the facto-
ry to accommodate a 6" truss or oor joist. You can change the basket oor height to match
your attic oor system by pushing in on the buttons on each basket arm and extending or
retracting the leg. Basket arms are labeled according to lumber sizes noted in the table at the
bottom of the page.
2. Bolt the basket arms to the basket oor using two 2-1/2" at head bolts and lock nuts for
each arm.
NOTES:
• Use a Phillips head screwdriver to hold the bolt while tightening the nut to avoid scraping
the powder coating o󰀨 of the arm.
• Do not completely tighten the bolts yet.
3. Attach the basket back brace with four 3/4" Teks®screws into the pre-drilled holes at the top
and back of each arm.
4. Fully tighten the four bolts from Step 2 holding the arms to the oor.
NOTE: Tighten from the back to avoid chipping the powder coat.
5. With the help of a second person, lift the basket assembly onto the bottom door frame.
6. Place a threaded leg into each one of the holes on the four corners of the bottom door frame.
(See Figure 7 for reference)
7. For each leg attach a nylon spacer, 1/4" at washer, and lock nut.
Figure 7
Truss Sizes & Notch Placements
Lumber
Size
Notch Adjustment
2x4 = 4 Retract 1 Notch
2x6 = 6 None (factory setting is
for 6" Truss size)
2x8 = 8 Extend 1 Notch
2x10 = 10 Extend 2 Notches
2x12 = 12 Extend 3 Notches
2x14 = 14 Extend 4 Notches
2x16 = 16 Extend 5 Notches

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8. With the help of a second person, place the assembled basket under the attic opening.
9. Measure from the top of the attic oor to the top of the cable bracket on the basket. This
measurement must be the same on both sides. (See Figure 8 for reference.)
NOTE: If needed, temporarily-shim under the bottom door on the side that needs to match
the measurement of the other side.
Figure 8
MAJIC LIFT
? ” ? ”
10.Locate two of the carriage bolts with pre-drilled holes and insert each carriage bolt from the
outside into the top hole of each basket arm.
11. Ensure the pre-drilled hole on the carriage bolt is vertical. (See Figure 9 for reference.)
Figure 9
CABLE
CABLE BRACKET
ON BASKET ARM
PUSH CABLE
THROUGH BOTTOM
BOLT, PULL TIGHT, &
ADD WASHER & NUT

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12.Pull the lifting cable through from the top and pull down until snug. (See Figure 9 for refer-
ence.)
13.Add a at washer and lock nut to both sides and tighten onto the carriage bolts, so they hold
the cable.
NOTE: Do not over tighten or the carriage bolts will break. A maximum of 15 pounds of torque
is recommended.
14.Add the two remaining carriage bolts into the basket arms with the pre-drilled holes in the
horizontal position. (See Figure 9 for reference.)
15.Push the cable through the hole from the front to the back of the basket and pull tight.
16.Add a at washer and lock nut to both sides and tighten onto the carriage bolts, so they hold
the cable.
NOTE: Do not over tighten or the carriage bolts will break. A maximum of 15 pounds of torque
is recommended.
17.Measure 12" of cable past the cable bracket and cut the remaining cable o󰀨.
18.Push the 12" piece into the 1/4" hole in the top of the bracket arm.
19.Attach the bungee cords. (2) 12" bungees are for LEFT and RIGHT side. (See Figure 10 for
reference.)
Figure 10
12” Bungee
12” Bungee

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Section 7: Basket Adjustment
1. With the motor plugged in, pair the remote to the motor by holding both “Up” and “Down”
simultaneously until the motor jogs.
NOTE: Motor jog is a slight motor movement both forward and backwards.
DANGER
Do not stand or allow anyone to stand under the
basket.
2. Push the “Up” button and hold it to raise the basket until it is chest high, then use the "My"
button to stop the motor.
3. Go to the attic and measure the height from the bottom of the ceiling drywall to the top of the
attic oor and add 1/4" to this measurement. (This is your oor system depth measurement.)
(See Figure 11 for reference)
Figure 11
DRYWALL
JOIST / TRUSS
Floor
System Depth
Measurement
ATTIC FLOORING
4. From the inside of the bottom door to the top of the basket oor, match the oor system
depth measurement from Figure 11 above PLUS 1/4" by adjusting the nuts on the basket
legs. (See Figure 12 for reference)
NOTE: The measurement from the top of the door to the ceiling drywall must be exact to
ensure all four corners contact the ceiling simultaneously.
Figure 12

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5. After adjusting all four legs, use the remote to raise the basket until it is half way in the attic.
6. From the attic, looking down into the opening, the spacing between the basket and the open-
ing should be even on all sides.
7. To adjust the basket front to back, loosen the lag bolts on the attic frame and slide the frame
as needed.
8. To adjust side to side, from the back side of the motor housing, push or pull the frame until
the basket is centered and hold that position by attaching the stabilizer bar to the bottom an-
gle of the motor housing and to upper arm with a Teks screw. (See Figure 13 for reference)
Figure 13
STABILIZER BAR
9. Once the basket is centered in the opening, you can go back and tighten the four bolts hold-
ing the motor to the frame.
NOTE: Make sure to tighten all four lag bolts if you have loosened them.
10.With the lift in the up position, using two 3/4" Teks screws each, install both the left and right
pulley covers. (See Figure 14 for reference.)
NOTE: Make sure to keep enough space on the motor side for the cable to wind over the roll
tube.
11. Using the oor system depth measurement that you used to set the basket legs and now add
1". Cut the (4) white 12" corner guides to match the oor system depth measurement plus
the 1".

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12.With the corner guides at end ush with drywall, secure (1) measured corner guide into
each corner of the opening. Use (4) small galvanized nails, leaving a minimum of 1 inch
above the attic oor. (See Figure 14 for reference)
NOTE: The corner guides cannot hang below the ceiling and the cut angled end must be
facing toward the attic space.
**THESE GUIDES MUST BE IN PLACE FOR SMOOTH OPERATION OF THE LIFT**
13.Attach the RED safety chain to the frame (See Figure 14 for reference).
DANGER
The safety chain is not intended to hold the weight
of a person. It is a visual cue to remain clear of the
opening.
14.Using (8 ) of the 1.25" Galvanized nails, install the vinyl safety strip across the open side of
the lift opening.
15.Secure and zip tie the electrical cord to the motor frame, so it is not in the path of the lift.
Figure 14
3/4” Tek Scews
1”
OPENING
SAFETY STRIP
HERE