Savaria Vuelift Mini User manual

Vuelift
Mini
Residential
Elevator
Owner’s
Manual

FOR OWNER’S RECORDS
Customer Name:
Installing Dealer:
Dealer’s Telephone Number:
Date Installed:
Serial/Job Number:
IMPORTANT
Ensure that only an authorized Savaria Dealer installs and services the Vuelift
Mini Residential Elevator. Under no circumstances is anyone other than a dealer
with Savaria training and authorization to install, adjust, service or modify any
mechanical or electrical device on this equipment. Failure to follow this warning
can result in safety system compromises or defeat; this can result in serious
injury or death. Savaria accepts no liability for property damage, warranty
claims or personal injury, including death, in this circumstance.
Passenger safety is the result of countless details in the equipment’s design,
manufacture, and installation. After installation, reliable operation and
continual safe operation requires regular service and inspection at least twice
per year, or more frequently where usage, environment, or local jurisdiction
requires. As the Owner, you are responsible for ensuring that regular service
and inspections occur in a timely manner.
Refer to this manual for specications, operating instructions and
maintenance of the Vuelift Mini Residential Elevator.
Upon completion of installation, the dealer must provide you with the
following information and ensure it is recorded in this manual. In addition,
either the dealer or you must keep any service and/or maintenance records in
the Maintenance Record section of this manual.
WARRANTY
Ensure your Savaria Dealer provides you with a copy of the manufacturer’s
limited parts warranty and documentation relating to any Dealer
labour warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Owner’s Obligation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Modifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Dismantling and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
1. DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4. SAFETY FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Safety Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Emergency Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Emergency Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Lowering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Manual Lowering Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
5. CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Washing (Acrylic Panels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Dusting (Acrylic Panels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Polishing (Acrylic Panels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Neutralizing Static Electricity (Acrylic Panels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6. DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
7. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION
To ensure safe operation of this equipment, pay careful attention to the
important notes below.
• Read this manual carefully before using the equipment.
• To prevent accidents, adhere strictly to the instructions and keep clear of
moving parts at all times.
• Be aware of any hazards, such as hall doors, car doors, emergency stops,
or timers, especially for small children.
• Follow instructions on all equipment labels at all times. Replace any
damaged labels immediately.
• Ensure that only qualified personnel perform maintenance and service on
the unit.
• When replacing parts, be sure that only genuine Savaria parts are used.
• This unit is intended for use by a mature person who understands its
proper operation as set out in this manual.
• Prior to operation, make sure that:
• All doors and gates are locked and secure.
• All areas in and around the lift are clear of any obstructions.
• All lights are functioning properly.
• Test your keys and emergency stop button every month.
Intended Use
Do not use the Vuelift Mini to transport goods or freight.
At no time should children under the age of 16
use the elevator/lift while unsupervised.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in
damage to the equipment and could
potentially cause serious personal injury. Using
the Vuelift Mini to transport freight voids the
warranty.

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Use handrail when operating the lift.
Never use the lift when not in complete tested and working condition.
Never use the lift in case of fire.
Owner’s Obligation
The lift owner is responsible for keeping the Vuelift Mini in proper operating
condition.
Operate your Vuelift Mini on a regular basis and check that everything is
working normally. Routine preventive maintenance will ensure the Vuelift Mini
is running properly and help avoid expensive break downs and repairs.
Do not operate the Vuelift Mini if it has been damaged. If you hear unusual
noises or feel vibrations contact Savaria or your local authorized representative.
At no time should the lift be operated while
contacting any surface other than the handrail
or control panel.
At no time should the lift be operated during
assembling, testing, modifying, dismantling or
any foreseeable breakdowns. Failure to follow
this instruction can lead to serious injuries and
the risk of death due to faulty operation of the
Vuelift Mini.
Do not use the Vuelift for fire-fighting or
evacuation in case of fire. Failure to follow this
instruction can lead to serious injuries and the
risk of death due to faulty operation of the
Vuelift Mini.
Only let service technicians certified by Savaria
service your Vuelift Mini!
Consequently, there is a danger for
unauthorized technicians of sustaining serious
injuries, including death.

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Modification
Dismantling and Disposal
Danger due to unauthorized modifications!
Never perform unauthorized modifications on
your Vuelift Mini. Modifications to your Vuelift
Mini may only be carried out following
consultation with written consent from Savaria
or a certified representative.
Only use original spare parts and accessories
approved by Savaria.
Unauthorized modifications to load bearing or
safety relevant components can lead to
life-threatening injuries.
If your Vuelift Mini is modified without
authorization, the warranty and product
liability are void.
Danger of serious injuries due to incorrect
dismantling!
Have dismantling carried out exclusively by a
service technician certified by Savaria.
Consult the manufacturer for subsequent
changes of location.
Unauthorized dismantling or change of
location is prohibited.
Errors in dismantling can lead to
life-threatening situations or cause
considerable damage to the property.

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1. DESCRIPTION
Figure 1 shows the components of the Vuelift Mini Residential Elevator.
Figure 1
Hoistway
Car
operating
Hoistway
door lock
Hall call
button
Cab with manual
rotating sliding door
door
panel
(COP)

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2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Vuelift Mini Specifications
Applied code ASME 17.1/CSA B44 - Section 5.3
EN 81-41
Load capacity 500 lb (227 kg)
Maximum travel 50 ft (15.24 m); 55 ft (16.76 m) where a variance is
possible
Travel speed 30 ft/min (0.15 m/s)
Daily cycle
Normal: 40
Heavy: 80
Excessive: 150
Maximum starts in 1 hour on standard installation: 20
Maximum levels serviced 6
Minimum overhead 96 in (2.4 m)
Cab
Cab walls: Full clear acrylic or silica glass
Cab interior height: 77.75 in (1.97 m)
Cab weight (acrylic models): 550 lb (250 kg)
Cab weight (glass models): 1000 lb (455 kg)
Cab floor area: 8.25 sq ft (0.76 sq m)
Floor by others (in cab) 1/2 in (12.7 mm) maximum
Footprint 49.75 in (1.26 m) diameter
Acrylic and glass diameter 42.8 in (1.08 m)
Hoistway ring diameter 43.75 in (1.11 m)
Power supply 20A, 230-V, single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Cab lighting 15A, 115V, single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Suspension
Type: Galvanized aircraft cable (2 x 1/4” diameter)
Construction: IWRC 7 x 19 RHRL
Nominal strength: 7000 lb (3175 kg)
Weight of ropes: 0.243 lb/ft (3.616 g/cm)
Travel cable weight: 0.228 lb/ft (3.393 g/cm)

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Drive train
Type: Winding drum
Motor: 1.77 HP (1.32 kW) @ 60 Hz with integrated brake
Motor control: Preprogrammed variable frequency
drive
Distance between
landings 93 in (2362 mm) minimum
Pit depth
Minimum: 3 in (76 mm); 4 in (102 mm) with buffer
springs (required if habitable space below)
Maximum: 12 in (305 mm)
Temperature operating
range
–10 °C to +40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
NOTE: For optimal running conditions, each landing of
the unit should be in a climate-controlled
environment.
Max. noise level At no time does the noise level of the lift exceed 70 db
during operation.
Safety features
Pit run/stop switch and car top run/stop switch
Emergency stop switch
Safety brakes
Overspeed
Manual lowering
Emergency battery back-up for cab lighting and
lowering
Options
Optional configurations: Type 2 cab
Optional colors:
• White (Texture White PX521W859)
• Silver (Texture Silver PX521S343)
• Custom powder-coat frame
Note that Black is the standard color (Texture Black
PX622N365)
Savaria Link remote monitoring
Pitless option with ramp
Sabbath service
Flood switch
Buffer springs for habitable space below
Buck boost transformer
Up to 6 stops; balcony attachment or thru-floor
configuration
Cab shipped disassembled
Landing door handle painted to match unit
Top header ring in sheet metal painted to match unit