Savaria Vuelift User manual

Vuelift
Residential
Elevator
Owner’s
Manual

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IMPORTANT
Ensure that only an authorized Savaria Dealer installs and services the Vuelift
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 specifications, operating instructions and maintenance
of the Vuelift 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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FOR OWNER’S RECORDS
Customer Name: _________________________________________
Installing Dealer: _________________________________________
Dealer’s Telephone Number: _______________________________
Date Installed: ___________________________________________
Serial/Job Number: _______________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1. DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
3. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
4. SAFETY FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safety Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Emergency Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Battery Lowering System and Manual Lowering Device . . . . . . . . . . . .9
5. CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Dusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Neutralizing Static Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
6. DIAGNOSTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
7. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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 Vuelift Residential
Elevator.
• To prevent accidents, adhere strictly to the instructions and keep clear
of moving parts at all times.
• 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:
• The door is 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.

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1. DESCRIPTION
Figure 1 shows the components of the Vuelift Residential Elevator. Note that
the round elevator is shown below; there is also an available octagonal shaped
elevator.
Figure 1
Door handle
Car operating
Acrylic panel
panel (COP)
Emergency
phone
Hall call button

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2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Vuelift Specifications
Applied code ASME 17.1/CSA B44 - Section 5.3
Load capacity
Round acrylic: 840 lb (381 kg)
Octagonal acrylic: 840 lb (381 kg)
Octagonal glass: 950 lb (432 kg)
Octagonal+ glass: 950 lb (432 kg)
Round+ glass: 950 lb (432 kg)
Maximum travel 55 ft (16.76 m)
Travel speed
Round acrylic: 32 ft/min (0.16 m/s)
Octagonal acrylic: 32 ft/min (0.16 m/s)
Octagonal glass: 40 ft/min (0.20 m/s)
Octagonal+ glass: 40 ft/min (0.20 m/s)
Round+ glass: 40 ft/min (0.20 m/s)
Maximum # of stops 6
Daily cycle
Normal: 40
Heavy: 80
Excessive: 150
Maximum starts in 1 hour on standard installation: 20
Noise level 65 dB
Temperature operating
range –10 °C to +40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F)
Pit depth 4 - 12 in (102 - 305 mm)
No pit with optional short ramp
Overhead clearance
Round acrylic: 106 in (2.69 m)
Round acrylic, optional short cab: 96 in (2.44 m)
Octagonal acrylic: 106 in (2.69 m)
Octagonal acrylic, optional short cab: 96 in (2.44 m)
Octagonal glass: 108 in (2.74 m)
Octagonal+ glass: 108 in (2.74 m)
Round+ glass: 108 in (2.74 m)
Footprint
Round acrylic: 54 in (1.37 m) diameter
Octagonal acrylic: 59.31in x 45.5 in (1.5 m x 1.16 m)
Octagonal glass: 59.31in x 45.5 in (1.5 m x 1.16 m)
Octagonal+ glass: 59.31in x 45.5 in (1.5 m x 1.16 m)
Round+ glass: 57.56 in (1.46 m) diameter

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Cab (car)
Round acrylic:
• Cab interior height (standard): 84 in (2.13 m)
• Cab interior height (optional): 76.5 in (1.94 m)
• Cab weight: 550 lb (250 kg)
• Cab floor area: 13.09 sq ft (1.22 sq m)
Octagonal acrylic:
• Cab interior height (standard): 84 in (2.13 m)
• Cab interior height (optional): 76.5 in (1.94 m)
• Cab weight: 550 lb (250 kg)
• Cab floor area: 12.83 sq ft (1.19 sq m)
Octagonal glass:
• Cab interior height: 84 in (2.13 m)
• Cab weight: 1000 lb (455 kg)
• Cab floor area: 12.83 sq ft (1.19 sq m)
Octagonal glass+:
• Cab interior height: 84 in (2.13 m)
• Cab weight: 1200 lb (544 kg)
• Cab floor area: 14.00 sq ft (1.31 sq m)
Round glass+:
• Cab interior height: 108 in (2.74 m)
• Cab weight: 1200 lb (544 kg)
• Cab floor area: 15.00 sq ft (1.4 sq m)
Power supply
(circuit supplied by
others)
30A, 230-V, single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Cab (car) lighting 15A, 115V, single-phase, 50/60 Hz
Suspension
Type: Galvanized aircraft cable (2 x 3/8” diameter)
Construction: IWRC 7 x 19 RHRL
Nominal strength: 14,400 lb (6,545 kg)
Weight of ropes: 0.243 lb/ft (3.616 g/cm)
Travel cable weight: 0.228 lb/ft (3.393 g/cm)
Drive train
Type: Winding drum
Motor (acrylic model): 1.5 HP with integrated brake
Motor (silica glass model): 3.0 HP with integrated brake
Transmission: Ultra-low vibration, 3-stage, right-angle,
helical-bevel drive
Motor control: Preprogrammed variable frequency
drive
Door interlocks: Xtronics

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Safety features Emergency battery back-up for cab lighting and
lowering
Manual lowering
Emergency alarm and stop switch
Safety brakes
Electrical circuit overspeed
Pit run/stop switch and car top run/stop switch
Options
Optional configurations: Type 1, 2, 3
Optional colors: White, silver, or custom powder-coat
frame (note that black is the standard color)
Other options: Up to 6 stops, balcony attachment
Savaria Link remote monitoring (Vuelift Micro-6 only)

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3. OPERATION
1Press the hall call button.
2When the hall call door unlocks, open the hoistway door.
3Open the car door and enter the elevator.
4Close the hoistway door and then close the car door.
5Press a button on the Car Operating Panel (COP) to select
a floor.
6When you arrive at the
selected floor, open the car
door and exit the elevator.
7Close the car door and then
close the hoistway door.
Note that there is a keypad phone
located on the COP for use in an
emergency..
• To dial a phone number,
press the red ON/OFF
button on the keypad to
turn on the phone.
• Dial the phone number.
• Press the blue VOL key on
the keypad to raise or lower
the volume.
• Press the red ON/OFF
button on the keypad to
turn off the phone.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Floor buttons
Run/Stop switch
Emergency phone
Speaker

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4. SAFETY FEATURES
Safety Brakes
The safety brakes (safeties) stop the
lift in the event of cable failure.
During operation, cable tension
keeps the brake up so the cam does
not interfere with the hoistway rails.
If a cable failure occurs, the brake
mechanism comes down and the
brake cam stops movement of the lift.
Emergency Stop
Actuating the red Emergency Stop switch during travel will stop the elevator
immediately and activate the alarm. Toggle the Emergency Stop switch to
return the elevator to normal operation.
Battery Lowering System and Manual Lowering Device
If a power failure occurs, a battery lowering system will bring the Vuelift to the
bottom level.
If the battery fails while operating, there is a manual lowering device that can
be used to bring the Vuelift to the bottom landing level as described below.
1Turn off the main power disconnect.
Figure 4
2Remove the aluminum snap cap cover on the right side of the top floor
landing door (above the top floor ring) using a ¾” open-end wrench.
3Insert the manual lowering crank into the hole provided in the rail.
4Turn the wheel until the unit is at the landing level.
5Use the special emergency key to manually open the landing door.
The manual lowering device is for emergency use only.
After use of any emergency function (access key or manual lowering
device), ensure that all doors/gates are secure and locked. While the
emergency function is in use, DO NOT leave the area unattended.
NOTE

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5. CLEANING
Under no circumstances should you ever attempt to remove
panels for cleaning!
DANGER
Clean acrylic panels with a mild soap and water solution or with acrylic cleaner
(see the list on the next page). A few precautions must be taken to ensure a
long operating life and to maintain the acrylic panel clarity on your unit.
DO NOT use any cleaning product on acrylic that contains ammonia
or petroleum. This includes Windex ® and most traditional glass cleaners.
NOTE
Clean glass panels using a normal glass cleaner such as Windex® or equivalent.
Washing (Acrylic Panels)
Wash the acrylic panels with a solution of mild soap or detergent and lukewarm
water. Use a clean soft cloth, applying only light pressure. Rinse with clean
water and dry by blotting with a damp cloth or chamois.
DO NOT use window cleaning sprays, kitchen scouring compounds or
solvents such as acetone, gasoline, benzene, alcohol, carbon
tetrachloride, or lacquer thinner. These can scratch the sheet’s surface
and/or weaken the sheet causing small surface cracks called “crazing.”.
NOTE
Dusting (Acrylic Panels)
Dust acrylic panels with a soft, damp cloth or chamois. Dry or gritty cloths may
cause surface scratches and create a static electric charge on the surface (refer
to the section on Neutralizing Static Electricity on the next page).
Polishing (Acrylic Panels)
Protect the acrylic panels and maintain their surface gloss by occasional
polishing with a good plastic cleaner and polish (refer to the section on
Cleaners for a list of acceptable cleaners and polishes).
Apply a thin, even coat with a soft clean cloth and polish slightly with cotton
flannel or a microfiber towel. Then wipe with a damp cloth to help eliminate
electrostatic charges that can attract dust particles.

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Neutralizing Static Electricity (Acrylic Panels)
A static electrical charge can develop on the acrylic panels during handling and
processing. This is not unique to the acrylic panels, but is common to many
materials, particularly plastics.
When the paper or film masking is stripped off the acrylic sheet, a static charge
is created on the sheet surface. Static electricity attracts dust, chips, etc. floating
in the air or on nearby work surfaces and holds these contaminants tightly to
the surface. A compressed air gun will remove some of this surface dirt, but
much of it continues to cling to the sheet.
Several anti-static cleaners for plastics are also available which will reduce static
electricity and dust attraction. Wiping with a soft damp cloth or chamois is all
that is necessary to keep the acrylic panels dust-free between applications of
these cleaners.
A de-ionizing tool can be used during installation to eliminate a majority
of the static electricity (causes the dust to fall away).
NOTE
Cleaners
Cleaners which MAY BE USED for acrylic panels:
• Plexus® (Anti-Static Cleaner)
•Novus®#1AcrylicCleanerandPolish
• ATM Mirage Glass and Acrylic Cleaner
• Zep® Commercial Glass Cleaner (must state for use on Plexiglas®)
• Plexi-Clean (Anti-Static Cleaner)
• Prist Aerospace Anti-Static Acrylic, Plastic & GlassCleaner
• Cleaners which explicitly state “Safe for use with plastics and acrylic”
Cleaners which MAY NOT BE USED for acrylic panels:
• Windex® Glass Cleaner
• Sprayway Ammonia-Free Glass Cleaner
•Goo-Gone®
For glass panels, use a normal glass cleaner such as Windex® or equivalent.
These above lists are for reference only and are not comprehensive. If you have
any questions about the acceptability of a specific cleaner, please contact your
authorized dealer.
Note that damage caused by inappropriate cleaners and techniques is not
covered under warranty.

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6. DIAGNOSTICS
Diagnostic beep codes are provided on the Hall Calls to help you diagnose a
problem. All beep codes that begin with a long beep (on for 2 seconds) are
Service codes (contact your authorized Savaria dealer).
If you press a Hall Call button and it beeps but the car doesn’t move, refer to the
information in the following table.
Beep code Action to take
Service codes
1 long beep (2 seconds) followed by
1 short beep (1/2 second)
Contact your authorized Savaria dealer
for service. There is a problem in one of
the following areas: overload trip, run
timer trip, main safety chain open, door
lock fault, or auto shutdown counter.
1 long beep (2 seconds) followed by
2 short beeps (1/2 second)
Contact your authorized Savaria dealer
for service. There is a problem with
re-level shutdown or the low pressure
switch is activated.
1 long beep (2 seconds) followed by
3 short beeps (1/2 second)
Contact your authorized Savaria dealer
for service. There is a selector fault,
selector encoding error, or position
error.
User codes
1 short beep
(1/2 second)
Make sure the “Stop” switch in the car in
the Run position.
Check that the car gate is closed.
2 short beeps
(1/2 second) Check that the landing door is closed.
3 short beeps
(1/2 second) Manually open and close the gate.

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7. MAINTENANCE
Vuelift elevators are designed to require minimal maintenance.
A 6-month inspection of certain components is required to maintain the Vuelift
Factory Warranty. The first required service of the drive train components
(motor/gearbox, drums, etc.) is after 2,000 operational hours (approximately
120,000 trips).
Note that rail lubrication is NOT ALLOWED for the Vuelift hoistway or car rails.
The items that need to be checked during the 6-month inspection are listed in
the table on the next page.
The 6-month inspection and all maintenance procedures must be
performed by a Qualified Technician. Contact your Authorized Dealer.
NOTE
IMPORTANT: Please test the phone in your elevator during every maintenance.
If the phone is inactive, please shut down the elevator until the phone line is
active.

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Maintenance Schedule
Verification by technician Frequency
INSIDE CAR
•Carinterior
• Car controls and panel
• Leveling, stop, acceleration and deceleration
• Car door operation
• Ride floor to floor
• Car lights and ventilation
• Restricted opening device mechanism
6 months
OUTSIDE HOISTWAY
• Hall call station and lights
• Hoistway doors
• Unlocking device
6 months
MACHINE ROOM
• Housekeeping
• Trash, used parts, etc.
• Controller and starter
6 months
TOP OF CAR
• Stop switch
• Cleanliness
• Top car guides
•Guiderails
•Travelingcable
• Doors, hangers and locks
• Hoistway cleaning
•Other
• Examine the ropes
• Leaving car top
6 months
PIT (IF APPLICABLE)
• Stop switch and light
•Cleaning
• Bottom car guides
•Travelingcable
• Leaving the pit
6 months
OVERSPEED (NEW CAR)
• Overspeed belt
• Overspeed system
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT OVERSPEED (ORIGINAL CAR)
• Plastic flywheel and plastic flywheel gear
• Plastic shaft bushings
6 months
BRAKES
• Safety brakes and motor brake
• Safety brakes and motor brake (with full load)

6 months
12 months

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Maintenance Record
Date Time Reason for Call Comments Dealer

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Maintenance Procedures
INSIDE CAR
Car Interior
• Examine the car interior for damage including the ceiling, handrails,
door panels, lighting and floor. Tighten all fasteners in the car panel
and replace asneeded.
Car Controls and Panel
• Examine the condition of the car control panels and check the
operation of all lights. Replace all burnt out lights.
Leveling, Stopping, Acceleration and Deceleration
• Run the car to each floor in both directions to observe the leveling
accuracy, stopping, acceleration and deceleration. Adjust as needed.
Car Door Operation
• Observe the door for proper operation including smooth movement,
starts and stops, and alignment.
Ride Floor to Floor
• Run the car from floor to floor and observe for smooth travel and
unusual noises. Adjust or repair as needed.
Car Lights and Ventilation
• Verify proper operation of the car emergencylight and ensure
adequate ventilation.
Restricted Opening Device Mechanism
• Examine the restricted opening device mechanism (if applicable) for
proper operation and adjust as needed.
OUTSIDE HOISTWAY
Hall Call Stations and Lights
• Examine the hall stations for condition and replace all burnt out lights.
Observe operation of the audible signal when the Emergency Stop is
activated.
Hoistway Doors
• Examine the door panel and clearance between the panel and
entrance frames. Examine proper interlock functionality and
operation. Adjust as needed.
Unlocking Device
• Examine the hoistway door unlocking device for damage. Repair or
adjust asneeded.

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MACHINE ROOM
Housekeeping (Required with Remote Controller Option)
• Clean the machine room floor to prevent slipping and trip hazards, fire
hazards and contamination of the equipment. Ensure the machine
room is not being used for storage and inform the customer of any
violation.
Trash, Used Parts and Oil
• Ensure that all trash is discarded after maintenance iscomplete.
Controller and Motor Starter
• Examine the controller and motor starterfor:
•Cleanliness
• Condition of contacts and remaining contact material
• Fuses for correct size and fit in holders and corrosion in fuseholder
• Relays for worn shunts and signs ofoverheating
• Evidence of overheating
TOP OF CAR
Stop Switch
• Verify the car will not run with the stop switch in the STOPposition.
Cleanliness
• Clean all debris from the car top.
Top Car Guide
• Examine car rail to hoistway rail conditions at the car top. Note any
abnormal wear patterns or changes in alignment.
Guide Rails
• Examine the car rails for loose fastenings and fit at alljoints.
Traveling Cables
• Examine the traveling cables for wear, chafing, kinking and alignment.
Examine the attachment points for secure fastening and looseness.
Door Hangers, Locks, etc.
• Verify the interlock is functioning properly.
• With the door open, attempt to move the car using the hall call and
COP buttons.
• Observe the door closing for any roughness in bearings, inconsistent
operation, or misalignment.
Hoistway Cleaning
• Clean dirt and trash from all horizontal surfaces including the car and
entrancesills.

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Other
• Observe any hoistway problems that should be addressed such as:
• Unauthorized equipment installed in the hoistway
• Damage to the hoistway enclosure which would affect its fire
resistance rating
• Evidence of intentional acts
• Any evidence of unauthorized people entering thehoistway
Examine the Ropes
• Examine the car ropes for equal tension, and visually inspect for any
frays or deformation of the ropes which would negatively impact their
strength.
Leaving the Car Top
• Clean up and dispose of debris properly. Return the car to normal
operation and the stop switch to the RUN position.
PIT (IF APPLICABLE)
Stop Switch
• Examine the operation and condition of the stop switch. Repair as
needed.
Cleaning
• Clean the pit. Examine the bottom level landing sill and clean as
needed.
Bottom Car Glides
• Examine car rail to hoistway rail conditions at the car bottom. Note any
abnormal wear patterns or changes in alignment.
Traveling Cables
• Examine the traveling cables for wear, chafing, kinking and alignment.
Examine the attachment points for secure fastening and looseness.
Leaving the Pit
• Remove all tools and verify operation of theelevator.
OVERSPEED (NEW CAR)
Overspeed belt
• Make sure the overspeed belt is in good condition and that it has no
frays or cuts. Check that the ends are secure.
Overspeed system
• Check for any signs of wear in the overspeed system. Remove any dust
or dirt from the belt and pulleys. Do not use harsh chemicals on the
overspeed components; use only mild detergents.

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ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT OVERSPEED (ORIGINAL CAR)
Plastic Flywheel
• Check to ensure the plastic flywheel rotates during lift operation
(gears are fully engaged).
Plastic Flywheel Gear
• Check for wear (ensure all teeth are present) and replace as needed.
Plastic Shaft Bushings
• Check for wear and replace as needed.
BRAKES
Verify proper operation of the safety brakes and the motor brake. Check with
full load every 12 months.

Vuelift Residential Elevator
OWNER’S MANUAL
Part No. 001122
Rev. 16-m03-2020

Copyright 2020
Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc.
2 Walker Drive
Brampton, Ontario, L6T 5E1, Canada
www.savaria.com
For service or questions about this product, please contact your installing dealer.
DEALER NAME: _________________________________________________
DEALER PHONE: _________________________________________________
Authorized Savaria Dealer