V-Bro Products Garage Gator GGR125 User manual

BY
V-BRO PRODUCTS
RESIDENTIAL
MOTORIZED
STORAGE UNIT
Model: GGR125 & GGR2436PS
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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V-BRO PRODUCTS
www.GarageGator.com
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-888-GATOR-08
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RESIDENTIAL
MOTORIZED
STORAGE UNIT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
SECTION PAGE
Safety Information......................................................................................................................................3
Tools Needed.............................................................................................................................................4
Carton Inventory.........................................................................................................................................5
Major Components........................................................................................................................5
Parts.........................................................................................................................................6
Installation Instructions...............................................................................................................................7
1-Determine motor mounting plate location on the ceiling..............................................................7
2-Install the motor mounting plate to the ceiling..............................................................................8
3-Attach the motor hoist to the motor mounting plate......................................................................9
4-Connect and install the spacer channel and pulley bar..............................................................10
5-Install the cable over the channel bar pulley..............................................................................11
6-Install the hand control switch holder hook...............................................................................12
7-Plugintheunit...........................................................................................................................12
8-Test the unit..............................................................................................................................12
9-Using the key lock feature........................................................................................................12
Platform Assembly Instructions................................................................................................................13
Operating Instructions..............................................................................................................................14
Contact Information..................................................................................................................................15
Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................15
Specications.........................................................................................................................................15
Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................................16
Parts List..................................................................................................................................................17

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SAFETY INFORMATION Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
To reduce the risk of
severe injury or death:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY, INSTALLATION
AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS. If you have
any questions or do not understand an instruction
contact V-Bro Products.
2. Do not use to lift people or animals.
3. Do not use to support a load over people or animals.
4. Never operate while hand(s) are near moving parts.
5. Do not stand under lift.
6. Let unit cool down for 10 minutes after every cycle.
7. Remove all plastic from cable spools before operating.
When you see the safety symbol on the following pages
this will alert you of the possibility of serious injuries or death if you do not
comply with the corresponding instructions. The hazard may come from
something mechanical or for the electrical shock. Read the instructions
carefully!

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Tools Needed Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
Power drill with 1/2” wood drill bit
Step ladder
Pliers
Safety glasses
Ratchet and 1/2” socket
Adjustable, open ended wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Tape Measure
Pencil
Stud Finder (optional)
1/2” socket

Carefully inspect your new motorized storage unit for any possible damage and/or
shortage of parts. Separate all major components and parts as detailed below and on
the next page. Do not attempt installation if parts are damaged or missing. If parts of your
GGR125 are missing or appear damaged call V-Bro customer service at 1-888-GATOR-
08, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Before calling carefully check the
carton as parts may be in the packing material.
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CARTON INVENTORY Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
(A) Motor Mounting Plate
MAJOR COMPONENTS
(B) Motor Hoist
(C) Spacer Channel Bar (D) Spacer Channel Pulley Bar
IMPORTANT NOTE
The motor mounting plate (A)
and motor hoist (B) are bolted
together when shipped. IT IS
NECESSARY to remove the
motor hoist from the motor
mounting plate by loosening (it
is not necessary to remove) the
nuts from the xed, threaded
bolts on the motor mounting
plate. Once loosened, the motor
hoist can easily be slid o󰀨 the
motor mounting plate.
(H) Hooks x4 (I) Bike Cables x2 (J) Bonus Storage Net
(X) 100lb Capacity Platform

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PARTS
Drawings & photos for illustrative purposes only - actual parts may vary from those pictures.
Parts are not shown actual size
(K) 3” lag bolt x6 (U) 3/4” hole saw drill bit x1 (N) 5/16” nut x4
(shipped attached to part A)
(R) power cord cable clamps x2
(S) 2” wood screws x2
(V) paper motor mounting plate
template x1
(P) 1/4” x 1/2” bolt x1 (Q) 6mm nut x1
(T) hand control switch
holder hook x1

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
Step 1
Determine motor mounting plate location on the ceiling
• Choose a location in your garage where you would like to install your Garage Gator
model GGR125 - an unobstructed operating space of at least 3 feet by 4 feet is required.
The motor mounting plate (A) should be installed at least 3 feet away from walls or any
other obstructions.
• The GGR125 is designed to be installed either perpendicular or parallel to the ceiling
joists and can be installed on joists with 16” or 24” spacing.
• Select an installation location close to a power supply (preferably a ceiling outlet).
• In the chosen installation area determine the direction of the ceiling joists and the exact
location of the ceiling joists by visually checking or using a stud nder or a very ne drill
bit.
• Four installation options are illustrated below. Note how the motor mounting plate (A)
and motor hoist (B) are positioned for your installation - in particular the location of the 4
xed, threaded bolts on the motor mounting plate and the 4 1/2” spacer channel bar
attachment tab on the motor hoist.
Motor
Mounting
Plate
Motor
Hoist
Location of Four,
Fixed, Threaded,
Bolts - on Motor
Mounting Plate
4 1/2” Spacer
Channel Bar
Attachment Tab
- on Motor Hoist
Channel
Bars
Perpendicular To Joist Installations
Parallel To Joist Installations

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Step 2 - Install the motor mounting plate to the ceiling
• Position the paper motor mounting template (V) in the installation area and mark with a
pencil the four locations where the wood screws will be fastened.
• It is very important that the wood screws are fastened to the center of the joists. Use the
hole saw drill bit (U) or cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed
view of the width of the joists so the exact center can easily be determined (covered
ceilings only). It may be necessary to again use the motor mounting template and a
pencil to mark where to wood screws are to be fastened.
• Using a power drill with a 1/8” drill bit attached drill four pilot holes into the center of the
joists.
• Identify your installation option by referring to the illustrations on page 7. Determine how
the motor mounting plate should be rotated - where the xed, threaded bolts should be
located - prior to fastening to the joists. Ensure your motor mounting plate
is rotated properly before placing the motor mounting plate on ceiling.
(SEE ILLUSTRATIONS ON PAGE 7)
• Place the motor mounting plate (A) without the motor hoist (B) attached over the screw
holes. (To remove the motor hoist from the motor mounting plate loosen (it is not
necessary to remove) the nut from the xed bolts on the motor mounting plate and slide
o󰀨 the motor hoist.)
• Using the ratchet and 1/2” socket fasten four of the 3” lag bolts (K) into the joists until the
motor mounting plate is securely fastened. (SEE FIG. 1)

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Step 3
Attach the motor hoist to the motor mounting plate.
• Identify your installation option by referring to the illustrations on page 7. Determine
how the motor hoist should be rotated - which direction the spacer channel bar
attachment tab should be pointing. Ensure your motor hoist is rotated properly before
placing the motor hoist on the motor mounting plate.
(SEE ILLUSTRATIONS ON PAGE 7)
• Slide the mounting tabs on the motor hoist (B) over top of the four xed, threaded bolts
on the motor mounting plate (A) (If there is not enough room between the washers and
the motor mounting plate for the motor hoist mounting tabs it will be necessary to loosen
the nuts by turning them counter clockwise.)
• Once the motor hoist is properly positioned on the motor mounting plate tighten the nut
with the ratchet or the adjustable wrench until the motor hoist is securely attached to the
motor mounting plate. (SEE FIG. 3)

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Step 4
Connect and install the spacer channel and spacer pulley bars
• Insert the ared end of a spacer channel bar onto the xed bolt coming down from the
motor plate tab above the cable spools on the motor hoist. Attach a 6mm washer (L) and
a 6mm nut (Q) to the xed bolt and tighten with the adjustable wrench until the spacer
channel bar is securely fastened to the motor hoist. (SEE FIG. 4)
• Line up the hole in the end opposite the pulley of the spacer channel pulley bar (D) over
the hole in the spacer channel bar (C). Thread a 1/4” x 1/2” bolt (P) into the hole and
tighten with a ratchet or adjustable wrench until the spacer channel pulley bar is securely
fastened. (SEE FIG. 5)
• Press the spacer channel pulley bar ush with the ceiling and mark with a pencil where
the wood screws will be used to attach the bar to the joist. It is very important that the
wood screws are fastened to the center of the joist. Use the hole saw drill bit (U) or
cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed view of the width of the
joist so the exact center can easily be determined (covered ceilings only). It may be
necessary to reposition the spacer channel pulley bar and mark with a pencil where the
wood screws are to be fastened.
• Using a power drill with a 1/16” drill bit attached drill a pilot hole into the center of the
joist.
• Using the ratchet and 1/2” socket fasten a 3” lag bolt (K) into the joist until the spacer
channel pulley bar is securely fastened to the joist.

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Step 5
Install the cable over the channel bar pulley
• Plug in the motor hoist (B) to the nearest 120 volt
power outlet.
• Use the hand control switch and safely lower the
cables until 9 feet of cable is visible.
• Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
• Temporarily remove the pulley at the end of the
spacer channel pulley bar (D) (use pliers to remove
the cotter pin then remove the clevis pin to release
the pulley) (SEE FIG. 7A & 7D)
• Place the cable coming out of the rectangular opening closest to the spacer channel bar
(indicated by arrow in gure 7B) over the op of the pulley at the end of the spacer
channel pulley bar. (SEE FIG 7B & 7C)
CAUTION: Use care when handling the cables - frayed or rough spots on the cable
could cause injury.
• Once the cable has been placed over the pulley reinstall the pulley to its original postion,
insert the clevis pin and refasten the cotter pin. (SEE FIG 7D)

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Step 6
Install the hand control switch hook
• Secure the hand control switch holder hook (T) to
a convenient location on the closest appropriate
wall by removing the protective paper from the
adhesive strip then adhere the hook to the wall by
applying pressure with your ngers. (SEE FIG. 10)
Step 7
Plug in the unit
• Plug in the motor hoist (B) to the nearest 120 volt
power outlet. You may wish to use the power cord
cable clamps (R) and the 2” wood screws (S) to
secure the power cord or extension cord (not
provided) to the ceiling or wall.
Step 8
Test the unit
• Press and hold the rocker switch on the hand
control to raise and lower the platform. When the
platform reaches the uppermost travel point the
ring above the cable hook will trigger the limit
switch ceasing upward movement. (SEE FIG. 11)
Step 9
Using the key lock feature
• To prevent unauthorized use the GGR125 is equipped with a
key lock feature. (SEE FIG. 12) An indicator light will be lit on
hand remote when unit is powered.
• When the key is turned to the “OFF” position and removed
from the hand control switch the unit will not function until
the key is reinserted and turned to the “ON” position.

PLATFORM ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Layout (A) in a square shape so that each end meets. Attach (A) together by bolting on (B)
to corners, using (E). Insert each slat (D) into square, approx 2” apart and bolt together
using (E). Attach (F), by attaching big hook end to cable and split small hook ends to each
corner on each side. You should have a 24” x 36” platform in place as shown.
For Product information call
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Made in China
end angle iron x2
side angle iron x2
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Garage Gator Platform
Model# GGR2436PS
metal slats x2
E - bolt, nut and washer x20
B - corner angle x4
F - platform cable x2

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
TO RAISE OR LOWER THE PLATFORM:
 vDo not stand under the lift.
 vTurn the key in the hand control switch to the “ON” position.
 vPress and hold the rocker switch in the direction you want the platform to
travel.
 vRelease the switch when the desired location is reached.
TO LOAD THE PLATFORM:
 vLower the platform to a comfortable height.
 vEvenly distribute the weight of articles stored.
 vDo not overload the platform - maximum capacity is 100 pounds.
 vBe sure items are secured before raising the platform.
Examples of items that can be stored
Golf Bags
Canoe/Kayak - (Capacity on platform must no exceed 100 pounds)
Spare Tires
Storage Net - ideal for balls, toys, helmets, etc.
Ladders
Tools
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE PLATFORM.
Maximum capacity is 100 pounds for all articles on the platform.

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CONTACT INFORMATION Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
MAINTENANCE Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
V-Bro Products is on call. Installation and service information as well as ordering repair parts
is as near as your telephone Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time (subject to
holidays). Contact us toll free.
1. Check to be sure the motor is properly attached to its mounting plate. Make sure
the bolts are tight.
2. Periodically check the condition of the electrical cords, plugs and controls.
3. Periodically check cables for slippage or excessive wear.
SPECIFICATIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit
Model---------------------------------GGR2436PS
Load Capacity ----------------------------- 100 lbs
Lifting Height ------------------------- 117 inches
Lifting Speed ---------------------------- 33ft/min
Cable Length ------------------------- 165 inches
Cable Diameter -------------------------- 1/8 inch
Voltage ----------------- 120V / 60 HZ 4.5 Amps
Motor --------------------------------------- 3/4 HP
V-Bro Products
28114 County Road 561
Tavares, Florida 32778
888-GATOR-08
fax: [phone]
email: [e-mail]
1-888-GATOR-08

What is covered: Any defect in material and workmanship from personal, normal
household use in accordance with the Owner’s Manual.
For how long: Garage Gator Model 125. One year from date of purchase.
Who Gets the Warranty: The warranty is limited to the consumer who originally
purchased the product.
Geographic Scope: This warranty applies only to the Residential Motorized
Storage Unit purchased in the United States and Canada.
What we will do: If your Residential Motorized Storage Unit is defective, we will
send replacement parts or, at our option, replace it at no charge to you. If we send
replacement parts for your Residential Motorized Storage Unit, we may use new
or reconditioned parts. If we choose to replace your Residential Motorized Storage
Unit, we may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or similar
design.
Limitations: IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY (AN UNWRITTEN
WARRANTY THAT THE PRODUCT IS FIT FOR ORDINARY USE) ARE LIMITED
TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. WE WILL NOT PAY FOR: LOSS OF
USE OF YOUR RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE CAUSEDBYYOUR RESIDENTIALMOTORIZEDSTORAGEUNITOR
ITS FAILURE TO WORK ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES; ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM MISUSE OR MODIFICATION
OF YOUR RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT. Some states and
provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may
not apply.
How to get Warranty Service: To get warranty service for your Residential
Motorized Storage Unit, you must provide proof of date and place of purchase of
the product. Trained representatives will assist in diagnosing the problem and will
arrange to supply you with required parts for repairs.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not cover installation,
commercial use, defects resulting from accidents, damage while in transit to our
service location or damage resulting from alterations, misuses or abuse, lack of
proper maintenance, unauthorized repair or modications of the product, a󰀩xing
of any attachment not provided with the product, staples through wiring, pinched
or broken wires, broken cables, power outages, use of extension cords, missing
or damaged parts or discounted, clearance, nal sale or taped cartons, re, ood,
acts of God, or failure to follow the Owner’s Manual. This warranty is the only
one we will give on your Residential Motorized Storage Unit, and it sets forth
all our responsibilities regarding your Residential Motorized Storage Unit.
There are no other express warranties.
State and Province Rights: This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you
may also have other rights that vary from state to state and province to province.
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