Playcore SPECTRUM Aquatics Freedom Lift 57961 User manual

FreedomLift ®
Part Number 57961

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You have purchased a Spectrum Products Freedom assisted access lift . Providing the unit is
installed correctly and properly maintained, it will furnish you with many years of trouble free
use. It is important to read this entire manual prior to beginning assembly or operation.
Shipping Information:
Each lift will arrive partially assembled in one box. Before accepting the lift from the carrier,
inspect for visible damage and match the contents with those listed below. Spectrum is not
responsible for lost or damaged freight.
The box will contain all structural components and hardware. The following is a list of the
components included with your shipment from Spectrum. Use Components and Hardware
Figure, page 3, as a reference to identify each item listed.
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Mast & Boom assembly
2
Seat Halves
1
Actuator
1
Footrest assembly
1
Seat Belt
1
Battery
1
Seat pole assembly
1
Wireless Transmitter
1
Charger
1
Anchor Assembly
1
General hardware

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Components and Hardware

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Installation Overview
Read all instructions before attempting to assemble or install the lift.
To be compliant with ADA guidelines, the lift must be
installed in a location that is clear from obstacles and
other hazards. Clear deck space is defined by the figure
to the right. This rectangle is 48” long (along the pool
wall) and 36” wide.
Clear Deck Space:
To comply with ADA guidelinesthe lift must be installed
where the water depth does not exceed 48”. If the entire
pool is deeper than 48" this requirement does not apply.
Pool/Spa Depth:
The lift anchor centerline must be no less than 6”, but no greater than 22” from the pool/spa wall
(or any feature that sticks out past the pool/spa wall, such as a coping). The lift is installed in a
single 2.375” I.D. anchor.
Anchor Location/Installation:
New Construction Anchor Installation
a. Placethe anchor in the desired location following above guidelines.
b. Locate a bonding source to bond (ground) the anchor. The steel rebar-bonding grid of
the pool deck is the best choice for bonding the anchor. Attach a No. 8 solid copper wire
(NEC Section 680-22) from the bonding bolt on the base of the anchor to the bonding
grid.
c. Secure anchor in place at the proper height – anchor may be cemented in place. Set
the anchor so that the finished top is 1/8” to 1/4” below finished deck level – allowing for
anchor cap to be put in place when the lift is not in use.
d. Use the carpenter’s level to level the anchor making sure the Aspen II mast will be
vertically straight up and down (perpendicular to the deck) in all directions. It is
important that the mast be vertically straight to ensure ease of rotation when the lift is
fully loaded.
e. Place tape over the anchor hole before pouring concrete deck – not allowing concrete to
enter anchor opening.
f. Pour concrete deck and finish.
Allow the concrete to cure for at least 7-days before installing and using the lift.

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Existing Facility Anchor Installation
There are many different configurations of footing shapes and sizes to resolve the forces of the
lift; a general case footing that has been calculated for Spectrum is a minimum slab 2’6” Square
by 10” thick anchor centered, with a minimum of four #4 bars each way centered. An engineer
stamped letter can be furnished by Spectrum if requested.
a. From the center of the desired anchor location, using a marking pen or chalk, mark a
square of the dimensions provided by Spectrum Aquatics, or another engineer stamped
footing. This is the concrete to be removed to accommodate the installation of the lift’s
anchor. It is recommended that the anchor be located at least 6” from any expansion
joint, crack, drain, or similar structure in the concrete deck.
b. Use a concrete cutting saw; cut the square out of the existing concrete deck. Using a
heavy/sledge hammer to break the cut section of concrete – remove the section of
concrete from the deck. See Figure 1.
Figure 1
c. Locate a bonding source to bond the anchor. The steel rebar-bonding grid of the pool
deck is the best choice for bonding the anchor. Attach a No. 8 solid copper wire (NEC
Section 680-22) from the bonding bolt on the base of the anchor to the bonding grid.
Note:
d. Placetape over the anchor hole before pouring concrete – not allowing concrete to enter
anchor opening.
If the concrete deck is 8” thick or more or this method is deemed acceptable by
examination, an alternative anchor installation method may be used. In lieu of saw cutting the
concrete deck, a concrete core drill may be employed to cut a 4” diameter hole at the desired
anchor installation location. Epoxy or hydraulic cement may be used to secure the anchor in
place. Make sure the anchor is properly bonded.
2’-6” Square x 10” thick
4 #4 bar centered each way
10” Thick

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e. Fill the hole in the deck around the anchor with non-expanding concrete. Set the anchor
so that the finished top is 1/8” to 1/4” belowfinished deck level – allowing for anchor cap
to be put in place when the lift is not in use.
f. Use a carpenter’s level, to level the anchor making sure that the Aspen II mast will be
vertically straight - up and down (perpendicular to the deck) in all directions. It is
important that the mast be vertically straight to ensure ease of rotation when the lift is
fully loaded.
Allow the concrete/Grout/Epoxy to cure for at least 7-days (or manufacturers recommended set
time) before installing and using the lift.
Assembly Instruction
The following tools will be required to complete assembly and installation of the lift:
- 9/16” ratchet and open-end wrench
- 1/2” ratchet or open-end wrench
- 3/16” socket wrench (allen wrench)
- 7/32” socket wrench (allen wrench) *Included*
LIFT ASSEMBLY
NOTE: All steps reference the exploded view on page 3.
!CAUTION! Do not rotate the actuator end fitting – handle with care.
a. Stand the mast assembly up in the anchor that is installed in the pool/spa deck.
b. Carefully remove shrink wrap holding the actuator to the mast assembly
c. Attach the actuator end fitting as shown on page 3 using:
1 - 3/8” Shoulder Bolt 1 ¼” x 5/16” - 18
1 - 3/8” Flat washers
1 - 5/16” - 18 Nylock nut
d. Slide the battery down until it mates with the Wireless Receiver, and locks into place.
When properly installed the battery will sit flush against the top of the Wireless Receiver.
The Control Box battery indicator light should indicate a fully charged Battery (Green
Light). If the battery indicator light does not illuminate, ensure that the battery is turned
on by pressing the push button on the front of the battery case to the on (in) position. If
the battery indicator light shows amber or red, charge battery before moving to the next
step.
e. Test lift operation by pushing the up and down toggle switch on the Wireless Receiver to
ensure the lift is operational (See page 8 for instructions on using Wireless Transmitter).

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Then run the actuator into the fully extended position by pressing the up button until the
actuator stops moving. Leave the lift in this position for the next steps.
f. Join the seat arm to the mast assembly using:
2 - 3/8” Shoulder 2 1/2” x 5/16” Thread
4 - 3/8” Flat washers
2 - 5/16” - 16 Nylock nut
2 - Donut Shims
g. Attach the seat half and the seat belt to the mounting plate of the seat arm using:
2 - 5/16"-18 x 1”
2 - 5/16"-18 x ¾”
4 - 5/16" Flat Washers
4 - 5/16" Lock Washers
Note: When attaching the seat belt use 5/16"-18 x 1" as shown below.
h. The below image shows the proper way to assemble the seat belt.

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i. Attach the other seat half to the back rest mounting plate using:
4 - 5/16"-18 x ¾”
4 - 5/16" Flat Washers
4 - 5/16" Lock Washers
j. Attach the footrest to the seat arm assembly using:
1 - 3/8" – Hex Bolt 2”
1 - 3/8" Flat Washers
1 - 3/8" Nylock Nut
Tighten the bolt until the flat washers are snug, and then back off until the Footrest pivots freely.
Adjust footrest to desired height using installed 3/8" - Button Head Bolt.
k. Tighten the anchor locking bolt by access through a hole one inch up from the top of the
anchoron deck. The included 7/32 Allen wrench will fit a 3/8” button head internal to the
mast. This internal fastener is at an angle and can be tightened down until there is no lift
movement in the anchor. The figure above shows the location and approximate angle of
the anchor locking mechanism for the lift.
l. Test the lift for proper operation.

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OPERATOR’S GUIDE
Lift Operation
WARNING! Read all operating instructions before operating the lift. Make sure that all
individuals using the lift have read the instructions and have been made aware of all
safety precautions.
WARNING! Operate the lift exactly as described in the instructions above. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the lift or personal injury.
WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity of 350 lbs. This may result in
damage to the lift or personal injury.
WARNING! Do not rotate the lift directly into the deck or pool/spa wall. This may result in
damage to the lift or personal injury.
WARNING! Unless operating in an emergency, Lift should not be forced to rotate. This
will cause damage to the rotational components of the lift.
Basic Principals of Lift operation
As a safety feature of this transmitter, there is a lockout
button that is just below the four directional arrows. To
activate the transmitter (wake from sleep mode), the lockout
button needs to be pushed and held for a full 2 seconds. If
the transmitter is
Activation of the Transmitter (Bottom Button, with a lock
on it)
notused within two minutes after the
transmitter has been activated, it will go back into sleep
mode.
Pressing the () button causes the seatto rise. The seat will continue to rise as long as the
button is pressed, or until the lift reaches its highest extent. Releasing the button at any time
during travel will also cause the lift to stop.
Lifting (UP)():
Pressing the () button causes the seatto lower. The seat will continue to lower as long as the
button is pressed, or until the lift reaches its lowest extent. Releasing the button at any time
during travel will also cause the lift to stop.
Lowering (DOWN)():

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Pressing the () button causes the lift to rotate clockwise. The lift will continue to rotate in this
direction as long as the button is pressed. Releasing the button at any time during rotation will
stop the lift from rotating.
Rotation (CLOCKWISE)( ):
Pressing the () button causes the lift to rotate counterclockwise. The lift will continue to rotate
in this direction as long as the button is pressed. Releasing the button at any time during
rotation will stop the lift from rotating.
Rotation (COUNTERCLOCKWISE)():
Use extreme cauon when transferring to or from the li; it is the responsibility of the user to allow for
safe operaon of this li.
To enter the Pool or Spa:
A. Unlock remote by holding the Lock button on the transmitter for 3 seconds (lift will be
operational for 2 minutes)
B. Position the chair of the lift over the deck in a suitable position for a transfer using the
directional buttons on the transmitter
C. Carefully transfer into the lift seat from mobility device
D. Fasten seatbelt
E. Rotate the lift over the water, where it will not come into contact with the pool edge or
any obstruction using the left or right buttons on the transmitter
F. Lower the lift into the water until buoyant, by pushing the down button
G. Unfasten seatbelt and carefully move away from the lift
H. Using the directional buttons on remote return lift chair to an on deck position not over
the pool
To Exit the Pool or Spa:
A. Unlock remote by holding the Lock button on the transmitter for 3 seconds(lift will be
operational for 2 minutes)
B. Recall lift chair into water to the previous depth and position upon transferring from the
lift seat to the pool using directional arrows
C. Carefully transfer into the lift seat from water
D. Fasten seatbelt
E. Lift the seat straight up using the up directional arrow on the transmitter until top of lifting
stroke is reached
F. Rotate the chair into a suitable position on deck to transfer from lift seat
G. Unfasten Seatbelt
H. Carefully Transfer from lift seat into mobility device
*Note: If the lift is overloaded at the seat, a clutch in the actuator will ratchet, this will be
evident by a very noticeable clanking noise and the lift will shake but not move. After