Pentair AquaTRAM User manual

AquaTRAM TM PT Pool Lift
User’s Guide
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY
WARNING! DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN
TO OPERATE OR USE THIS PRODUCT.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

AquaTRAMTM PT Pool Lift
350 LB. [159kg] MAXIMUM CAPACITY
MANDATORY – LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH LIFT OWNER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. LIFT SAFETY CAN ONLY BE ENSURED IF THE LIFT
IS INSTALLED AND OPERATED PROPERLY – ACCORDING TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
2. WARNING- TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO USE OR OPERATE
THIS PRODUCT.
3. WARNING- DO NOT PERMIT CHILDREN TO PLAY ON THIS PRODUCT.
4. WARNING- NEVER APPLY DIRECT WATER PRESSURE TO ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
5. DO NOT USE THE AquaTRAM PT FOR WATER-DRAFTS OVER 9” (DECK TO WATERLINE).
6. NEVER OPERATE THIS LIFT UNDER LOAD WITH NO WATER (DRY POOL).
7. SAVE A COPY OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE AREA AROUND THE LIFT IS CLEAR BEFORE OPERATING. NEVER
OPERATE THE LIFT WITH ANY PERSON WITHIN THE OPERATING RANGE OF THE LIFT,
INCLUDING ON THE DECK OR IN THE WATER. NEVER MOVE THE LIFT DOWN WHILE
OVER THE DECK. IF THE LIFT COMES INTO CONTACT WITH THE DECK OR A WALL,
RELEASE THE BUTTON IMMEDIATELY OR PRESS THE EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON.
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE LIFT WITHOUT SUPERVISION.
CHECK ALL NUTS AND BOLTS FOR TIGHTNESS AND FOR WORN PARTS BEFORE
EACH USE.
AquaTRAM PT Technical Support
Contact Technical support at:
Sanford, North Carolina (8 A.M. to 5 P.M.)
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Web sites: visit www.pentaircommercial.com
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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- READ CAREFULLY-
Check entire box and inside all packing materials for parts. Before beginning
assembly, read the instructions and identify parts using the figures and parts listed in
this document. It is critical that all parts be carefully inspected by the installer prior to
installation to ensure that no damage occurred in transit and that a damaged part is
not used. If any damage occurred in transit, Pentair Water Commercial Pool and
Aquatics (“Pentair”) must be notified within three days of receipt of unit. Proper
installation cannot be overstressed, as an improper installation voids Pentair’s
warranty and may affect the safety of the user.

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AquaTRAM PT POOL LIFT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE DESCRIPTION
4 PACKING LIST
5 INSTALLATION: ADA GUIDELINES
6-7 AquaTRAM PT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
8 BATTERY CHARGING
9-10 TRANSPORTING AND USING THE AquaTRAM PT
11 TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS: CHAIR REMOVAL
12 AquaTRAM PT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
13-14 SAFETY & CARE FOR YOUR LIFT
15-18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
19 AquaTRAM PT INTEGRATED LIFT PARTS LIST
20 PORTABLE CART PARTS LIST
21 OPTIONS
22 WARRANTY

THE AquaTRAM PT PORTABLE POOL LIFT
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1. AquaTRAM PT INTEGRATED LIFT W/ FOOTREST (P/N 11230)
2. AquaTRAM Portable Cart (part of item 1)
3. AquaTRAM Portable Cart Cover (11285)
4. Weight Plates (50lbs each X 10)
5. 24V CONTROL & BATTERY (P/N 11235)
6. Handset Control (P/N 11236)
7. BATTERY CHARGER (P/N 11278)
8. SAFETY BELT (P/N 11215)

INSTALLATION: ADA GUIDELINES
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
The AquaTRAM PT is designed and manufactured to be compliant with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA). However, for the installed lift to be 100% compliant, the
installation must meet the requirement for CLEAR DECK SPACE as shown in the
diagram below. To be compliant, install the lift at 16 inches [406mm] from the pool edge
to the centerline of the seat, and make sure the deck has the required CLEAR DECK
SPACE as shown.
NOTE: As per ADA requirements the slope of the deck from the pool edge to the
centerline of the seat and within the clear deck space must be no greater than
1:48. The AquaTRAM PT should be used on pools with a deck to water
measurement no greater than 9”.
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AquaTRAM PT- ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Begin by placing the parts from the previous page at or near to the desired
poolside location.
2. Stack 10 supplied weight plates on the portable platform. To ensure
proper alignment stack 3 to 4 plates, check alignment by temporarily
putting the cover on, remove the cover and then stack 3 to 4 more plates.
Repeat until all 10 weight plates are on the platform and properly aligned.
3. Attach the weight stack cover assembly over the weight stack using the
supplied ¼” NYLOCK NUTS and ¼” FLAT WASHERS. NOTE: Be sure
to use silicone to seal the flange before bolting together.
4. Plug the ACTUATOR CABLE into the 24V CONTROL/BATTERY (see
next page) and attach it to the lift with the supplied WING BOLTS as
shown below. Make sure the actuator cable’s plug is fully inserted and
seated, or else the lift will not function (see next page).

PLUGS NOT SEATED
USING THE “EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON” PLUGS FULLY SEATED
On the side of the integrated control box is a large red
button. If you depress the “EMERGENCY STOP” button,
this will bypass the handset and stop the lift. The button
will lock in place until released. To release the
EMERGENCY STOP button and resume operation, turn
the button counter-clockwise until it pops out.
THE LIFT WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN UNTIL THE
EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON IS RELEASED!!
CHARGING THE BATTERY:
Before using the AquaTRAM PT Lift for the first time the 24V CONTROL/BATTERY
must be fully charged. This will take about 24 hours on the charger. It is also
recommended that the battery be fully charged before each use.
To recharge the battery, unplug all
cables and remove the 24V
CONTROL/BATTERY from the lift.
Plug the 24V CONTROL/BATTERY
into the charger as shown. When the
charger is plugged in the orange
CHARGE light will flash. When the
battery is fully charged, the CHARGE
light will stay on and the device is
ready to use.
CAUTION! THE UNIT WILL NOT CHARGE IF
THE EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON IS
DEPRESSED.
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ALTERNATIVE: CHARGING THE BATTERY ON THE LIFT
The AquaTRAM PT is portable, so that it can be stored in an equipment or
storage room when not being used. If the AquaTRAM PT is used in this manner it
is allowable to charge the battery without removing the 24V
CONTROL/BATTERY from the lift. The Wall Charger is plugged directly into an
AC outlet, and the cord is plugged into the 24V CONTROL/BATTERY as shown
below.
NEVER CHARGE THE BATTERY ON THE LIFT NEAR WATER!
NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THE WALL CHARGER!
NEVER CHARGE THE BATTERY OUTDOORS OR NEAR THE POOL!
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TRANSPORTING & USING THE AquaTRAMPT:
The AquaTRAM PT has been designed to make transporting and using the lift as
simple as possible. The design makes the lift 100% ADA compliant by providing two
separate operating modes; one for transporting the lift and one for using it.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE LIFT WHILE IN THE TRANSPORT MODE!
MODES OF OPERATION:
1] TRANSPORT MODE: In this mode the lift is on top of the portable cart and the
brake-foot is raised, allowing the lift to roll and turn freely. The safety flag and
fiberglass pole also inhibit use of the lift while in this position.
2] OPERATION MODE: In this mode the lift is on the deck surface and the
brake-foot is lowered, keeping the cart and lift stable and stationary. To place
the lift in this position, follow the instructions below.
TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS:
a. Roll the AquaTRAM PT to desired position on the deck. Stand behind the
lift and tilt it back and down as shown below. Tilt the lift to almost
horizontal so that the pins follow the guide frames on either side (base
rolls on upper wheels).
b. Slide the lift forward until it comes to the end of the guide frame and the
pins slide into the slots. Make sure that both pins are in the slots.
c. Pivot the lift forward and down until it rests flat on the deck. Turn the
handle of the brake-foot clockwise until the brake-foot is firmly in contact
with the deck. The lift is now ready to use.
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RETURNING THE LIFT TO TRANSPORT MODE:
To move the lift after use, reverse the steps above as follows:
1) Tilt the lift back on the upper-wheels until the lower wheels are at the cart
level.
2) Roll the lift onto the cart, all the way until the pins hit the back of the
guides.
3) Pivot the lift forward until it is resting on the cart. Rotate the brake-foot handle
counter-clockwise and raise it off the deck. The lift is now ready to move.
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