Versalift 32 User manual

INSTALLER: Deliver this booklet to the Home Owner!
Attic Storage Lifting System
INSTALLATION GUIDE
All Models 32
Protected By
US Patent8,418,814
US Patent8,851,238
US Patent8,702,069
CONTENTS Page
Safety Facts ................... 2
Overview......................... 3
Electrical ....................... 4
Lift Opening Specs...... 4-6
Framing Techniques.... 7-10
Carton Contents ............. 11
Assembly and
Installation............... 12-19
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ YOUR OWNERS MANUAL!
The manual includes essential safety and maintenance
information. Read manual before operating the Versa Lift!
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2006 - 2019 BPG
All rights reserved.
Revised March 2019

! WARNING
! WARNING
BEFORE INSTALLING THIS LIFT:
Verify that this product and its installation does not violate
local building codes. Youcan find out this information
from a local building inspector, architect, structural
engineer, or your buildingcontractor.
Find out if there are any code restrictions on what types
of things you can store in your attic.
Getprofessional adviceand estimates onframing,
decking and assembly if you are not qualified or
physically able to do these tasks. You can find building
contractors, remodeling contractors, architects,
engineers and inspectors in the Yellow Pages.
Youareresponsiblefordeterminingthesuitabilityofthis
product for your individual purposes, as well as installing
itin a waythat meetslocal building andsafetycodes.
Two persons are required to
perform certain tasks in this guide for safer and
easier installation. Performing these tasks alone is
not recommended.
Versa Lift
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW:
1. FRAME THE OPENING:
The first step to installing your new Versa Lift is preparing
an opening in the ceiling wheretheliftwill belocated.
Tools/Materials Required: Saws, Drill-Driver, Hammer,
Nails or Screws, Framing Square, Tape Measure, Header
& Joist Lumber to match your existing joists.
Skill Level: Professional - Only attempt this part of the
installationyourselfifyouareskilledinconstruction-type
framing.Ifyouarenot,youshouldhireaVersaLiftdealer
or a building/remodeling contractor to do this job for you.
Before cutting any ceiling joist, consult a contractor or
structural engineer to determine the best location to
install your lift. Also, if your attic is not already decked,
get some advice on the best areas to add decking in your
attic for storage.
2. FLOORING AN ATTIC SPACE:
If your attic is not already floored in the area where your
Versa Lift will be installed, then flooring material such as
plywoodmust be addedontopof the ceiling joiststo
makea floor thatyoucan walkon andstoreitemson.
Tools/Materials Required: Skill Saw, Hammer and Nails
or Screws and Power Driver, Framing Square, Tape
Measure, and Decking Material.
Skill Level: Handyman - If you have skill with general
carpentry tools (sawing, measuring, nailing or screwing)
and the physical strength to move large pieces of wood,
then you can do this part yourself with a helper. ( You can
get 4 x 4-ft. or 2 x 8-ft. pre-cut plywood at most lumber
stores. It is much easier to handle than 4 x 8-ft sheets.)
3. ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL THE LIFT:
The Versa Lift comes partially assembled. The cartons
contain all of the parts and fastening hardware, along
with detailed instructions in this guide for assembly.
Tools/Materials Required: A Power Drill-Driver, 5/32”
Drill Bit, Phillips Driver Bit, Socket Driver Bit, Tape
Measure, Square, Level, Phillips Screwdriver, 3/8” & 7/16”
Wrenches, and 3/8” & 7/16” Sockets and Ratchet.
Skill Level: Handyman - If you have the skill for general
repair and maintenance using hand tools and can read
and follow instructions, then you can do this part yourself
with a helper.
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READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLING THE VERSA LIFT
VERSA LIFT SPECIFICATIONS:
General Specifications (All Models 32)
Dimensions 34W x 69L x 60H
Vertical Attic Space Req’d. 60” Min.
Max. Joist Height 18”
Lift Opening Size 30.5 x 58.5”
Motor 0.6 hp
Voltage 120 VAC
Power 5 amps
Lift Capacity Max. 250 lbs.
Lifting Speed 8 in/sec
DutyCycle(minutes) 2 on / 4 off
Lifting Cables (2) .093 (7x19)
Shipping Wt. (approx) 220 lbs.
Model Floor-to Floor
32......................................................................8-11 ft.
32H..................................................................11-14 ft.
32HX...............................................................14-17 ft.
32HXX.............................................................17-20 ft.
Control Options
Handheld Remote...............(keylock and 15-ft cord)
Wall Mounted Switch Set....(downstairs has keylock)
Wireless Remote........(with powerful Radio Receiver)
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Versa Lift Opening Installation Specs
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
ELECTRICAL OUTLET:
Youwill need a single 120 volt AC groundedelectrical
outlet to plug in the Versa Lift power cord. It is highly
recommended that the outlet be on the same switched
circuitasthelightinginyouratticso thatwhentheattic
lights are turned off, the power to the Versa Lift is also
turned off. This arrangement will be more convenient for
you andwill prevent unintended operation ofthelift.
The power cord provided with this product has three blades.
The longest blade is the grounding blade (Fig. 1a). The
shorter flat blades are the current carrying blades. Youwill
need agrounded power outlet (receptacle) asshownbelow
(Fig. 1a). If your outlet does not have a grounded receptacle
for a three blade plug or if you are unsure if your outlet is
correctly grounded, have a qualified electrician check the
outlet (receptacle) to make sure it meets local codes.
Incorrect grounding puts you at risk of electrical shock.
Never modify the equipment plug to fit a two blade outlet
(receptacle)!
If you use an extension cord, it must be a heavy duty three-
wire type with a three blade grounding plug and matching
grounded outlet (receptacle) like those shown in Fig. 1a
and rated for at least twice the load (10 amps minimum).
LIFT OPENING SPECIFICATIONS:
VERTICAL ATTIC SPACE:
The Versa Lift requires a minimum of 60” of vertical space
directly over the lift opening (Fig. 1b).
OPENING DIMENSION & TOLERANCES:
The final opening size is 30½” x 58½” with a tolerance of
+1/2” and -0” (the opening can be up to 1/2” larger, but
no smaller.)The lift opening must be square as shown
below (Fig. 1c). Diagonal Ashould equal Bwithin1/2”.
LIFT OPENING FINISH:
The lift opening must have smooth, perpendicular side
walls. No nail heads, brackets, sheet rock or decking
can protrude or extend into the opening, as this will
cause the lifting platform to become caught on those
edgesandtheliftwillmalfunction.(SeeFigs.2a,b,& c).
120VAC GROUNDED POWER OUTLET
CURRENT
CARRYING
BLADES
GROUNDING BLADE
IS THE LONGEST OF
THE THREE BLADES
Fig. 1a
7.75”
11"
MOTORPROJECTS 58”
11”ON ONE END! 30°
32.5"
60”
MIN.
38.5"
LIFT OPENING
REQUIRES 60” MIN.
OF VERTICAL SPACE
Fig. 1b
LIFT OPENING MUST BE SQUARE (A = B ± 1/2”)
90° 90°
DIM. DIM.
"A" "B"
58.5"
90° 90°
30.5"
Fig. 1c
control transmitter or from another transmitter
in your area. Unintended operation can cause
the lifting platform to move unexpectedly,
possibly causing injury to persons or damage
to property located directly under the lift.
!
!
WARNING
Toprevent unintendedlift operation,
youmust turn thepower switch off, unplug the power
cord, or disconnect the powerwhennot inuse! The
wirelessmodel radio is active ifthe lifthaspower and
isturned onand can operate the liftwhenever a
codedsignalis received from the VersaLift remote

Fig. 2
LIFT OPENING SPECIFICATIONS (Cont) :
OPENINGS IN SOLID WOOD JOISTS:
Whenceilingjoistsaresolidwood,thefinishedopening
must be 30½” x 58½” with smooth side walls. The side
walls must be square (perpendicular) so that the opening
doesnotget smalleratthe bottom. Thesheetrockand
decking must be cut flush to walls (see Fig. 2a).
There must be no protrusions inside the opening: All
nail heads must be set flush or below the surface. If joist
hanger brackets are used, the 2”x2” L-flashing (provided)
mustbeinstalledin the cornersof theopeningto cover
the hanger brackets and nail heads (see Fig. 2b below).
LIFT OPENING WITH SOLID WOOD JOISTS
#17 x 1” nails, placing nails within 1/4” from each
edge(Fig. 2b & Inset). The flashing strips are strongly
recommended to finish all openings, even I-Joist openings
that are paneled with 1/4” plywood. The flashing strips
not only cover nail head and brackets, they alsoprovide
aslipperyprotectivesurfaceto guidethe lifting
platform through the opening and will reduce paint
wear on the liftingframe.
OPENINGS IN FABRICATED JOISTS:
When ceiling joists are “I-Joists” instead of solid wood,
the rough opening size should be 31 x 59”, ½” larger in
eachdimension,toallow spaceto panelthejoistswith
1/4” thick plywood (Fig. 2c). The 1/4” paneling will
provide the required smooth walls and cover any joist
FINISHED OPENING
SIZE IS 30.5" x58.5"
INSTALL 2 x 2” FLASHING
INSIDE FINISHED OPENING
CUT SHEET ROCK
FLUSH WITH OPENING
INSTALL DECKING
FLUSH WITH OPENING
HOLE SIDE WALLS MUST
BE SMOOTH AND SQUARE.
SET NAIL HEADS FLUSH.
hanger brackets. When paneled, the finished opening
size will be 30½”x 58½”. The side walls must be square
(perpendicular) and all nail heads must be set flush or
below thesurface. Cut all sheet rock and deckingflush
with the edges of the opening. (See pgs. 8-10 onI-joists.)
Install the 2”x2” L-flashing (provided) in the corners of the
opening to cover nail heads and provide a smooth non-
abrasiveguide-wayforthelifting platform (seeFig. 2b).
LIFT OPENING WITH "I-JOIST" FABRICATED JOISTS
Fig. 2a
WARNING!: TO PREVENT LIFT
MALFUNCTION, THE OPENING
SIDEWALLS MUST BE SMOOTH
WITH NO PROTRUDING NAILS,
BRACKETS, SHEETROCK, ETC.
ROUGH-IN OPENING 31 x 59”
THEN PANEL 4 SIDES WITH
1/4" PLYWOOD. THE FINISHED
OPENING SIZE IS 30.5" x 58.5"
INSTALL DECKING
FLUSH WITH OPENING
HOLE SIDE WALLS MUST
BE SMOOTH AND SQUARE.
INSTALL 2 x 2” “L” FLASHING IN ALL OPENINGS:
2” x 2” “L”flashing is provided and should be installed
into the corners of all openings, especially those having
exposed joist hangers. Any hanger brackets must be
covered over as shown below. Cut the flashing to the
finished opening height (including sheet rock and
decking). Align it to the bottom and nail both edges with
INSTALL 2X2” FLASHING
INSIDE FINISHED OPENING
CUT SHEET ROCK
FLUSH WITH OPENING
Fig. 2c
SET NAIL HEADS FLUSH.
WARNING!: TO PREVENT LIFT
MALFUNCTION, THE OPENING
SIDEWALLS MUST BE SMOOTH
WITH NO PROTRUDING NAILS,
BRACKETS, SHEETROCK, ETC.
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Versa Lift Opening Installation Specs
HANGER BRACKETS MUST BE COVERED
WITH 2 x 2” FLASHING PROVIDED
HANGER HAMMER NAIL HEADS DOWN
BRACKET
COMPLETELY FLAT, THEN
INSTALL THE COVER FLASHING
(AS SHOWN IN INSET BELOW).
HANGER BRACKETS MUST
BE COVERED WITH 2" x 2"
"L" SHAPED FLASHING.
NAIL 1/4" FROM
EACH EDGE WITH
#17 x 1" NAILS
CUT FLASHING TO
OPENING HEIGHT,INCL.
DECKING & SHEET ROCK
Fig. 2b
LIFT OPENING
IMPORTANT NOTICE
! WARNING
THE LIFT OPENING MUST HAVE
SMOOTH PERPENDICULAR SIDE WALLS. NO nail
heads, hanger brackets, sheet rock or decking can
protrude or extend into the opening, as this will
cause the lifting platform to become caught on
those edges, causing the lift to malfunction,
resulting in possible damage or personal injury!
Product warranty is void if this product is installed
on an opening that does not meet the exact
requirements detailed on these pages. Carefully
read the instructions detailed and illustrated in “Lift
Opening Requirements” and “Framing Techniques”
(Fig. 1a thru Fig. 19, pgs. 4-10).

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Versa Lift Opening Installation Specs
PILOT HOLES FOR MOUNTING THE LIFT:
Mark the location of the mounting holes on the floor deck
ateither end of thelift opening. These will be pilotholes
for the lag screws that have been provided to secure the
lift to the attic floor.
Mark the center of each side of the rectangular opening
andusea straightedge or squareto draw a center line
(Fig. 3). Next draw a line parallel to the narrow ends of
the opening and spaced 3/4” away. Measure along the
parallel lines 14” each way from the center line and mark
2 hole centers (Fig. 3). Measure outward 2” more on
eachsideforatotalof4holecentersoneachendofthe
opening (Fig 3). Find the “Mounting Rails” in the Versa
Lift carton and place them over the hole centers you have
marked to check your work. The hole centers should
match the four slotted holes on the Mounting Rails. Ifso,
drill 8 pilot holes with a 5/32” bit on the hole centers you
have marked to a depth of about 2-1/2”(Fig. 3).
LOCATE AND DRILL PILOT HOLES FOR MOUNTING LIFT
DRAW A CENTER-LINE ON
ALL 4 SIDES OF THE OPENING
15-1/4” 3/4"
15-1/4”
29-1/4”
29-1/4”
3/4"
2"
DRILL 5/32" PILOT HOLES
14”
x 2½" DEEP,8 PLACES
14”
Fig. 3
2"
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT FRAMING:
The Optional Framing Techniques and Illustrations
provided on pages 6 thru 10 are strictly for illustrative
purposes and are not intended as recommendations
or directions for you to follow in your individual
installation. Theseareprovidedonlyasvisualaidsthat
mayhelp youplanyourinstallation withaprofessional,
suchasastructuralengineer,architect,orcontractor,
according to local codes or building practices. BPG does
not warrant this product to be suitable for your purpose,
location, structure, installation or use. Each user is
responsible for determining the suitability, appropriate
location and method of installation for this product.
Pleaseconsult aprofessional to evaluate yourceiling
construction and the desired location and whether the
remaining joists should be doubled to compensate for
the joist(s) that will be cut. This will depend on a various
factors,includingthesizeandspanoftheexistingjoists.
LIFT OPENING ORIENTATION
Thefollowingillustrations(pages7-10)showliftopenings
in solid 2x (1½”) lumber and I-joists spaced 16” or 24”
on-center. All openings shown are aligned with the
joists meaning the long dimension of the opening is
oriented parallel to the joists so the fewest number of
joists need to be cut. When the opening isalignedwith
solid wood joists on 16” or 24” centers or I-joists on 24”
centers,onlyoneceilingjoisthasto becuttoframethe
opening (see Fig. 4). For I-Joists on 16” centers, 2 joists
may need to be cut (see page 8, for additional details).
In contrast, a transverse opening will require either two
joists (24” centers)or three joists (16” centers) to be cut.
Important: For the above reasons, only aligned opening
types are recommended for the Versa Lift Model 32.
It is not recommended to orient the opening transverse
(across)tothejoist directionwiththeVersaLiftModel32
because more joists will have to be cut which will weaken
the ceiling structure more than an aligned opening.
ALIGNED OPENING IN SOLID WOOD JOISTS 24” O.C.
Note:Theframingtechniqueillustrations (pg.6-10)show
blocking used to join joists and headers. Joist hanger
brackets can be substituted for the blocking as desired.
Dependingonlocationandcoderequirements,web
stiffenersmayberequiredforI-Joistwhenusinghanger
brackets. Typical joist hangers are illustrated below:
Solid WoodJoist Hanger I-Joist Hanger
58.5"
30.5"
Fig. 4
24”
O.C.
THESE JOISTS
MAYNEEDTO
BE DOUBLED
Web Stiffener

Versa Lift Opening Framing Techniques
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Optional Framing Technique #1 - For Homes with
SOLID WOOD JOISTS 16 or 24” OC:
Ifyour attic is decked, you will need to remove some
decking to expose the joists in the area of the opening.
If your attic is not decked, nail down some plywood on
either side for a temporary work surface.
Youwillneedtemporarysupportsforanyjoistthatwillbe
cut. One technique is shown below using two 2 x 8”
(minimum size) planksto span theadjacentjoists.Each
plank is securedwith 2 lag screws to the joist(s) to be cut
(Fig. 5). A framing square is used to mark guide lines for
headersandcutlines (Fig.5 inset).Aftercuttingthejoist,
2x4” or 2x6” blocking is installed (Fig. 6 & inset).
Note: Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking.
Mark, cut, and install headers:
For joists on 16” centers: Cut the headers 30.5” long
(Fig. 7 & inset) and install them as shown.
For joists on 24” centers: Cut the headers 46.5” long
andinstall blocking(Fig.8&inset).Install theheaders.
Trim the joist section (removed in Fig. 5) to 58.5” long
and install it to finish the framed opening (Fig. 8).
Depending on the size and span of your joists, you may
need to double the joists on either side of the opening for
added strength as shown in Fig. 7. The sheet rock can
now be cut flush with the opening. Install decking flush to
the inside edge of the opening (not illustrated). Note that
decking and sheet rock must not extend into the opening
(see Figs. 2a & 2c on pg. 5).
Note: Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking.
Joist hangers must be covered with 2 x 2” “L” flashing
(provided) to prevent the lift platform from hanging in
the opening, causing lift malfunction or damage (see
Fig. 2b, pg. 5 for details).
Solid Wood Joist Hanger
DRAW
GUIDE
LINES
HEADER DETAIL for 16” O.C.
x
1.5"
RAFTER
SQUARE
30.5"
x
Header
x
58.5"
CUT
61.5”
1.5"
INSTALL
HEADERS
Fig. 5
16”/24"
O.C.
4" LAG
SCREWS
TEMPORARY JOIST SUPPORTS
Fig. 7
16”
O.C.
REMOVE SCREWS
AND SUPPORTS
DOUBLE JOISTS
FOR STRENGTH
(IF NEEDED)
HEADER DETAIL for 24” O.C.
INSTALL BLOCKING
46.5"
CUT
JOIST
INSTALL
BLOCKING
NAIL
BLOCK
TO JOIST
INSTALL
JOIST
SECTION
HEADER
30.5"
1.5"
Fig. 6
Fig. 8
24"
O.C.
REMOVE SCREWS
AND SUPPORTS
DOUBLE JOISTS
FOR STRENGTH
(IF NEEDED)
INSTALL 2 x 2” FLASHING
INSIDE FINISHED OPENING

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Versa Lift Opening Framing Techniques
16"
16"
17.5"
Optional Framing Technique #2 - For new home con-
struction with I-JOISTS ON 16” CENTERS:
(ThistechniquerequiresthatyouhaveadditionalI-Joist
of the same size as that used in your ceiling.If you do not
haveadditionalI-Joist,seethetechniqueonpage10.)
I-Joists differ from solid lumber in that the “I” shape beam
is too narrow for “end nailing” when attaching one I-Joist
perpendicular to the face of another. Furthermore, the
face of an I-Joist is inset, making it less than an ideal
surface to join something to. One way to address both
problems is to install blocking on the ends of I-Joist
sectionsandheaders. Fordetailsaboutusingblocking,
see Figs. 14 & 17 on pages 9 & 10.
OPTIONS FOR FRAMING THE OPENING
BecauseI-Joists aretypically2.5”wide (solid woodjoists
are 1.5”), cutting one I-Joist only creates a rough opening
of 29.5” when 31” is required (see Fig. 9). To resolve this
problem,youmust eithersetonejoist off-centerby1.5”
(see Fig. 10) -OR- you will need to cut two joists and
install a stringer in order to get the required opening
width of 31” (see Fig. 11). Note the rough opening must
be 31” x 59” (½”oversize) so that it can be paneledwith
1/4” plywood (see Fig. 12). After paneling the finished
opening will be 58.5” x 30.5” with smooth sidewalls.
Note: I-Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking.
Finish opening with 1/4” paneling to cover hangers
and create a smooth-sided opening (Fig. 12), then
install 2 x 2” flashing in every corner (Fig. 2b, pg. 5).
I-Joist
14.5"
O.C.
O.C.
Depending on location
and code requirements,
web stiffeners may be
required for I-Joist when
using hanger brackets.
Web Stiffener
Hanger
O.C.
O.C.
NEED TO BE DOUBLED
FOR ADDED STRENGTH
THESE JOISTS MAY
CUT 1/4" PLYWOOD AND
PANEL INSIDE OF I-JOISTS
2 EACH JOIST
29 3/4"
59"
Fig. 11
31"
INSTALL
STRINGER
31"
59"
16"
O.C.
OPTION #2:
TWO I-JOISTS ARE
CUT ANDAN
I-JOIST STRINGER
IS INSTALLED
Fig. 12
30.5"
58.5"
INSTALL 2 x 2”
FLASHING INSIDE
FINISHED OPENING
58 3/4"
JOIST
2 EACH
Fig. 9
29.5"
WARNING!
CUTTING ONE I-JOIST
ON 16" CENTERS
WILL NOT PROVIDE A
31" WIDE OPENING!
MUST BE
31" WIDE!
59"
Fig. 10
OPTION #1:
ONE JOIST IS
SHIFTED 1.5"
(MORE OR LESS)
OFF-CENTER
FINISHED
OPENING
58.5 x
30.5"

Versa Lift Opening Framing Techniques
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Optional Framing Technique #3 - For new home con-
struction with I-JOISTS ON 24” CENTERS:
(ThistechniquerequiresthatyouhaveadditionalI-Joist
of the same size as that used in your ceiling.If you do not
haveadditionalI-Joist,seethetechniqueonpage10.)
I-Joists differ from solid lumber in that the “I” shape beam
is too narrow for “end nailing” when attaching one I-Joist
perpendicular to the face of another. Furthermore, the
face of an I-Joist is inset, making it less than an ideal
surface to join something to.
Oneway to address both problems isto install blocking
on the ends of I-Joist sections and headers (Fig. 14):
First, the block provides a thickness to the end of the I-
Joistthatcan benailedinto.Second,the blockisoffset
so that it fits into the inset in the face of the perpendicular
I-Joist. The blocking should be attached securely (Fig.
14inset)andplacedonthesideoppositetheopening
(the opening must not have anything projecting inward).
Another problem with I-Joists isthat the recessed face
forms ledges that can hang-up on the lifting platform as it
travels downward from the attic. To resolve this problem,
the opening must be framed ½”oversized in each
dimension to 59” x 31” (Fig. 15) so that 1/4” thick
plywoodcanbe cut(Fig.16inset)and usedtopanelall
fourI-Joistfacesinsidetheopeningtoproducethefinal
size opening of 58 ½” x 30 ½” (Fig. 16). Please note that
anynail heads intheopeningmust besetflushor below
the surface and decking and sheet rock must not extend
into the opening (Fig. 2a & 2c on page 5).
NOTE: These illustrations show I-Joist on 24” centers, but
thisframingprocedurecanalsobe usedfor16” centers
(page 8). As with solid wood joists, I-Joists that need to
becutmustbe supportedbysomemeansuntiltheyare
connected to headers that tie them to adjacent I-Joists.
Note: I-Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking.
Finish opening with 1/4” paneling to cover hangers
and create a smooth-sided opening (Fig. 16), then
install 2 x 2” flashing in every corner (Fig. 2b, pg. 5).
O.C.
CUT 1/4" PLYWOOD TO
PANEL INSIDE OF I-JOISTS
JOIST
29 3/4"
Depending on location
and code requirements,
web stiffeners may be
required for I-Joist when
using hanger brackets.
Web Stiffener
I-Joist
Hanger
58.5"
30.5"
24”
O.C.
2 EACH
31”
59”
24”
Fig. 16
58 3/4"
JOIST
2 EACH
Fig. 15
INSTALL 2 x 2” FLASHING
INSIDE FINISHED OPENING
I-JOIST/HEADER BLOCK BLOCK
PLACE BLOCK USE 2" NAILS
INTO INSET orSCREWS
THEN MARK WOOD
OFFSET LINE GLUE
INSET OFFSET
OFFSET LINE
I-JOIST
I-JOIST SECTION
HEADERS
2x4" or 2x6"
BLOCKING
Fig. 14

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Versa Lift Opening Framing Techniques
Optional Framing Technique #4 - For existing homes
with I-JOISTS: (How to Fabricate Headers for I-Joists)
The procedure is generally the same as with I-Joists on
the prior page, but when the home is a finished
construction (already built andowned) you may not have
extra I-Joist pieces from which to construct headers. First
youshouldcheckwithlocalbuilding supplies,but ifyou
can’tfind the same size I-Joists used to build your home
you may need a way to construct headers from other
available material.
One way to address this problem is to construct headers
from 3/4” plywood and 2 x 2” rails (Fig. 17). Join the rails
to the plywood with wood glue and nails or screws.
Then attach offset blocking (Fig. 17) as previously
explained on page 9. Headers constructed this way will
have good strength and have the advantage of asmooth
face toward the opening. NOTE: The blocking is attached
flush with the ends of the I-Joist Section when using
constructed headerswith a flat inside surface (Fig. 17).
The opening must be framed ½”oversized in only one
dimension (58 ½” x 31”) (Fig. 18), so that 1/4” thick
plywoodcanbecut(Fig.19inset)andusedtopanelthe
two I-Joist faces inside the opening (Fig. 19) to produce a
final opening size of 58 ½” x 30 ½” (Fig. 19). Please note
that any nail heads in the opening must be set flush or
below the surface and decking and sheet rock must not
extend into the opening (Fig. 3).
NOTE: These illustrations show I-Joist on 24” centers, but
thisframingprocedurecanalsobe usedfor16” centers
(page 8). As with solid wood joists, I-Joists that need to
becutmustbe supportedbysomemeansuntiltheyare
connected to headers that tie them to adjacent I-Joists.
Note: Joist hangers can be used instead of blocking.
Finish opening with 1/4” paneling to cover hangers
and create a smooth-sided opening (Fig. 19, then
install 2 x 2” flashing in every corner (Fig. 2b, pg. 5).
O.C.
CUT 1/4" PLYWOOD TO
PANEL INSIDE OF I-JOISTS
ST
Depending on location
and code requirements,
web stiffeners may be
required for I-Joist when
using hanger brackets.
Web Stiffener
I-Joist
Hanger
58.5"
30.5"
24”
O.C.
31”
58.5"
24”
Fig. 19
Fig. 18
INSTALL 2 x 2” FLASHING
INSIDE FINISHED OPENING
2x4"or2x6"
BLOCKING
(OFFSET)
2x4"or2x6"
BLOCKING
(SET FLUSH)
I-JOIST
SECTION
WOOD
GLUE
PLYWOOD
CONSTRUCTED
HEADERS
½ or 3/4"
PLYWOOD
2x4"or2x6"
BLOCKING
(OFFSET)
2x2"
2 x 2" TOP & BOTTOM RAILS
GLUE AND NAIL TO PLYWOOD
I-JOIST PLYWOOD HEADER
BLOCK
USE 2" NAILS
or SCREWS
PLACE BLOCK USE 2" NAILS
INTO INSET TO or SCREWS
MARK OFFSET WOOD
GLUE
Fig. 17
INSET OFFSET
OFFSET LINE
2 EACH
JOI
581/4"

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2a. LIFT HEAD ASSEMBLY - Using the Rope Handles
provided, move the Lift Head into the attic for assembly.
Warning! Heavy!! This job requires two able persons.
(Aftertheliftheadis inthe attic, untie the rope handles
and save them.) Locate the other parts shown below and
movethemuptotheatticforassemblytotheLiftHead.
2b. INSTALL THE HOUSING LEGS
Assemble the four lift housinglegs into the lifthousing as
shown. The locknuts will not work loose, so don’t over-
tighten or you will collapse the square tubing. Note: The
DO NOT RUN the Lift
legs must fit to the INSIDE of the lift housing (see inset).
2c. INSTALL THE MOUNTING RAILS
Assemble the mounting rails onto the lift housing legs,
as shown, but do not tighten them yet. Leave them slight-
ly loose for leveling adjustment Step 4.
2d. INSTALL NYLON GUIDE SPACERS
Install two nylon spacers with a 2½” screw and locknut to
themountingrailsinfour places(byeach leg)asshown
below. Tighten them snug, but do not over-tighten.
1/4-20 TALL LOCKNUT (4)
motor until this manual tells you to!
THE LIFT WILL MALFUNCTION IF YOU DO!
½ x 1” NYLON
SPACER (8)
(2 x 4 Places)
2c. INSTALL THE
MOUNTING RAILS
1/4-20 x1-1/2"
TRUSS SCREW (8)
MOUNTING
RAILS (2)
1/4-20 x 2-1/2”
PHILLIPS PAN
HEAD (4)
2d. INSTALL NYLON
GUIDE SPACERS
Hardware Needed:
þ 1/4-20 x 1-1/2”
Truss Screws (16)
þ 1/4-20 x 2-1/2” Phil.
Pan-head Screws (4)
þ 1/4-20 Tall
Locknuts (20)
þ ½ x 1” Nylon
1/4-20 TALL
LOCKNUT (8)
Spacers (8)
LIFT HOUSING LEGS (4)
LIFT HEAD ASSY
LIFT HOUSING LEGS (4)
2b. INSTALL THE
HOUSING LEGS
1/4-20 TALL
LOCKNUT (8)
Fig. 22
Note: The legs fit
to the INSIDE of
the lift housing!
1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
TRUSS SCREW (8)
LIFT
HOUSING
! CAUTION
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3. INSTALLING THE LIFT HEAD
This step requires two persons. Turn the lift head
assembly upright and position it in front of the opening
(Fig. 23). With one person on each end, lift slightly and
movetheassemblyovertheopening(Fig.23)and align
the slots in the mounting rails with the pilot holes in the
decking. Install the 8 lag screws and 1” diameter washers
into the pilot holes and screw them down until they
almost contact the mounting rail, but leave them loose so
the mounting rails can be adjusted later (Fig. 23 inset).
(Note: A couple of drops of dishwashing liquid in the pilot
holes will make installing the lag screws easier.)
4A. LEVEL THE LIFT HEAD
The screws that hold the legs to the mounting rail must
be loose for this step. Place a bubble level lengthwise on
the housing and see if head is level (Fig. 24). Place shims
under both legs on the low end (Fig. 24 bottom inset).
Adjustthe shims until thehead islevel,then tightenall 8
leg screws (Fig. 24 bottom inset). Remove the shims.
4B. INSTALL THE HOUSING LEG BRACES
Install the housing leg braces (2) usingthe self-drilling
drill-point screws (8) as illustrated (Fig. 24 inset).
NOTE: Install the braces on the OUTSIDE surface of the
housing legs, NOT on the inside! If braces are installed
on the inside, they will interfere with the lifting platform,
causing the lifting platform to become jammed!
INSTALL 1/4 x 3"
LAG SCREWS (8)
1/4" x 1" DIA. WASHER (8)
INSTALL LAG SCREWS,
BUT DO NOT TIGHTEN
(Note: A couple of drops of
dishwashing liquid in the pilot
holes will make installing
the lag screws easier.)
(8) PRE-DRILLED
5/32" PILOT HOLES
(SEE FIG. 3, pg. 6)
REQUIRES 2 PERSONS:
SLIDE THE LIFT HOUSING
Fig. 23
ASSEMBLY INTO POSITION
HOUSING LEG
BRACES (2)
A. PLACE A LEVEL ON HOUSING.
INSERT SHIMS UNDER LEGS TO
LEVEL HOUSING, THEN TIGHTEN
LEG BOLTS (SEE INSET BELOW).
INSTALL WITH
DRILL - POINT
SCREWS
!
B. INSTALL THE
HOUSING LEG
BRACES (2) (SEE
INSET ABOVE)
HOUSINGLEG
2. TIGHTEN
LEG BOLTS
1.ADD SHIMS
UNDER LEG
Fig. 24
NOTE: BRACES GO
OUTSIDE OF THE
HOUSING LEGS!

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5. DOOR ASSEMBLY
Assemble the door down-stairs. Locate thedoor,door
braces,andfastenersshowninFig.25.Inserteachscrew
through a screw cover, the door panel, then the door
braces (see Fig. 25 inset). Note: Insert a 1/4 x 1” spacer
washer under the center holes on the short braces as
illustrated below.
!
NOTE: SHORT BRACES (2)
F
MUST GO ON TOP OF LONG BRACES!!
10-32
LOCKNUT (8)
LONG BRACE (2)
DOOR PANEL (1)
IMPORTANT:
BRACE FLANGES
MUST ALL POINT
SCREW
TO THE CENTER
COVER(8)
OF THE PANEL! 10-32 x5/8"
PHILLIPS
SCREW(8)
1/4 x 1”
WASHER (2)
Fig. 25
Assemble Screw Cover
IMPORTANT: Assemble all braces with small flanges
pointing toward the panel center. Short braces must
go on top of long braces. Fasten each screw with a
locknut and tighten all 8 screws. Close the screw covers.
Makesuretheysnapcompletelyshut(Fig.25inset).
6. PLATFORM ASSEMBLY
The platform must be assembled down-stairs. Locate the
platform, 2 platform supports, 4 platform legs, ¼-20 x 2”
truss screws, and short locknuts (Fig. 26). Note: The
platform top side has warning labels. Insert the plat-
form support into one of the left legs as shown (Fig. 26
inset). Align the hole in the leg with the hole in the outer
end of the support. Next insert a ¼-20 x 2” screw down
through the platform, leg and support (Fig. 26). Secure
screw with a short locknut, but do not tighten until all
fourscrewsareinstalled.Whenalllegsareassembledas
shown in Fig. 26, tighten all of the screws and locknuts,
butdo notover-tightenor you will collapse the tubing.
Locate the platform leg brackets, platform top brace, and
fasteners shown in Fig. 27. Install each bracket with 4
truss screws and tall locknuts (Fig. 27 inset). Tighten as
above.Install theplatformtopbracewith2 truss screws
and tall locknuts (Fig. 27). Tighten fasteners as above.
Fig. 27
1/4-20
TALL LOCKNUTS(2)
PLATFORM
TOP BRACE
1/4-20 TALL
LOCKNUTS (8)
1/4-20 x 1½"
TRUSS SCREW (2)
1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
TRUSS SCREW (8)
PLATFORM LEG
BRACKET (2)
PLATFORM
LEG
PLATFORM
SUPPORT
INSERT SUPPORT
INTO LEG. ALIGN
TO FIRST HOLE.
PLATFORM
PANEL (1)
PLATFORM
LEG (2 LEFT)
PLATFORM
LEG (2 RIGHT) FOUR HOLES
INPLATFORM
1/4-20 x 2"
TRUSS SCREWS (4)
LABELS UP
PLATFORM
SUPPORT(2)
1/4-20 SHORT
LOCKNUTS (4)
NOTE: SECOND (INSIDE)
HOLES ARE NOT USED.
Fig. 26

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7. DOOR AND PLATFORM ASSEMBLY
7-1.Locate the (8)10-32 x3/8” screws. Lift the platform
assembly onto the door assembly (Fig. 28).
Note: The spring brackets on the end of the platform
legs fit outside of the door braces (Fig. 28 inset).
7-2.Install and tighten thescrews through the spring
brackets and into the door braces.
7-3. Locate the short and long chains. The last link on
each end of each chain is open to form a hook. Hook the
end of each chain onto the chain brackets on each
platform leg (Fig. 28 and inset). Youcan open the hook
further with pliers, if needed, to make it easier to hook.
7-4. Close the hooks on both ends of the short chains so
the chain is secured to the chain brackets. Close one
hook on each long chain, leaving the other ends open for
loading the platform.
Refer to the Owners Manual for complete information
about using the chains and how to safely load a
variety of cargo items on the platform.
8. CONNECT THE LIFT HEAD TO THE PLATFORM
8-1. Release the cables and let them hang down through
the lift opening. Check under housing to see that cable is
coming straight down out of the slots (Fig. 29 insets Ú ).
Make sure the cables are not kinked, tangled or fouled.
8-2. Position the lifting platform assembly directly below
the lift opening (Fig. 29). WARNING: The platform must
sit directly on the floor to attach the cables (not on a
box or a table). This sets the cable length so the Lift will
reach your floor and know where to stop automatically.
8-3. Pass the ends of the cables through the slots in the
platform leg brackets as shown in Fig. 30.
8-4. Pull the cable tight and wind it tightly around the
threaded studs exactly as shown in the illustration. Wrap
it as tightly as possible. Pinch the last loop around the
last stud, then pass the end of the cable through the
center hole in the bottom of the leg bracket (Fig. 30).
8-5a. Draw the cable tight bypulling firmlyon the endof
the cable (Fig. 30).
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the studs, do not
use a power tool to install the cable clamp nuts!
Use only a socket and ratchet or an end wrench!
8-5b. While holding tension on the cable, install the cable
clamp with the top half leaning away from the cable (see
Fig. 30), then install a 1/2 x 3/8” aluminum spacer and
tall locknut on the last stud and snug it down to hold the
cable,butdon’ttightenityet.Install therestofthealum.
spacers and tall locknuts and snug them down (snug is
when the nut gets a little tight and you can’t turn the
aluminum spacer with your fingers.) Install the second
cable and clamp, applying the same tension as with the
first cable. A little bit of slack in the cables is normal.
8-6. Torqueall10locknutsto 5 footpounds(60inch
pounds). If you do not have a torque wrench, then
snug all 10 locknuts as explained above, then turn
each nut one-half turn (180 degrees) beyond snug
(see Fig. 31). Do not over-tighten these nuts or you
may break the studs off!
8-7. Youdon’tneed to cut the excess cable, you can
threaditthroughthetwoholesinthebottomoftheleg
bracket(Fig.32)or youcan wind itinto a coil and zip tie
itinsidethebracket.Ifyoudocutofftheexcesscable,
youmustleaveatleastafootsothatyoucanre-adjust
the cable if it becomes necessary.
NOTE: It is important that the excess cable is secured
where it can’t get caught in the lift opening when the
platform goes up or down.
STOP and DO NOT PROCEED TO STEP 8! Contact
Us immediately(405-516-2412) to get the tech-doc.
about how to return the motor to the factory preset
position to prevent a serious malfunction of this Lift!
HOOK CHAINS
ON BRACKETS
PLATFORM
ASSEMBLY
SHORT CHAIN (2)
LONG CHAIN (2)
10-32 x3/8"
PHILLIPS (8)
DOOR
ASSEMBLY
SPRING
BRACKET
FITS OUTSIDE OF
DOOR BRACE
Fig. 28
STOP! If you have already operated the Lift Motor:
!
!

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8. CONNECT THE LIFT HEAD
TO THE PLATFORM
CHECK
CABLE
CHECK
CABLE
8-4. WIND THECABLE
TIGHTLY ON THE
STUDS EXACTLY
AS SHOWN HERE.
8-3. PASS CABLE THRU SLOT IN
BRACKET AS SHOWN. THEN
PULL SLACK OUT OF CABLE.
TOP HALF
BEND LEANS
AWAY FROM
THE CABLE!
8-1. DROP THE CABLES
DOWN THROUGH
THE LIFT OPENING.
8-5. PULL FIRMLY
HERE UNTIL CABLE
CLAMP IS IN PLACE &
NUTS ARE TIGHT TO
SPECS (SEE BELOW).
CABLE
CLAMP (2)
1/2 x 3/8" Aluminum
SPACERS (10)
WARNING!: DO NOT
Fig. 30
!
1/4-20 TALL
LOCKNUTS (10)
use a power tool to install
the cable clamp nuts, as this
can break the studs! Use only
a socket and ratchet or use
an end wrench to tighten!
!
IMPORTANT!!
The lifting platform
must sit directly on the
floor when attaching
the cables!!
Fig. 29
8-2. PLACE THE LIFTING
PLATFORM DIRECTLY
ON THE FLOOR UNDER
THE LIFT OPENING.
Fig. 31
Fig. 32
8-6. TIGHTEN LOCKNUTS
TO SPECIFIED TORQUE
OF 5 FOOT POUNDS
(or SNUG + ½ TURN).
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
8-7. DO NOT CUT CABLE.
STORE EXCESS AS SHOWN
OR ROLL UP AND ZIP TIE
TO INSIDE OF THIS FLANGE.
REPEAT FOR OTHER END.
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9.1. REMOVE THE PACKING SCREW
Remove the packing screw (see Fig. 33a) to release the
upper limit switch lever. The Lift will not run in the up
direction until this lever is free to operate the up limit
switch.
9.2. PLUG IN YOUR CONTROL DEVICE
There are three control options for the Versa Lift. General
information abouteachcontrolisprovidedin Fig.33b,
shown to the right. (Detailed information and required
hardware is provided in the box your control came in).
The corded remote (keyed) plugs into P ort #1.
The downstairs (keyed) wall switch plugs into P ort #1,
while the upstairs wall switch (no key)plugs into Port #2.
The wireless radio receiver plugs into P ort #1. (The
receiver can be mounted on the back of the lift head, or
on either side of the lift head. See Fig. 33a.)
SeeFig.33abelowforthelocationof control Ports#1&2.
Please note the orientation of the locking tab on the plug,
as the plug will only insert one way. The locking tab must
bedepressedwhenever you wish to remove the plug.
For more information about the control devices, safety,
and Lift operation, please refer to the Owners Manual.
RECEIVER
CAN MOUNT
ON EITHER SIDE
RECEIVER
CAN MOUNT
ON THE BACK
CONTROL PORT #2
CONTROL PORT #1
9.2. PLUG IN YOUR CONTROL
TO THE CORRECT PORT(S)
UPPER LIMIT
SWITCH LEVER
TOCONTROLPORT #2 –
TO CONTROL PORT #1 –
9.1. REMOVE
THE PACKING
SCREW TO
RELEASE UP
LIMIT LEVER
Fig. 33a
CORDED
REMOTE
UPSTAIRS
WALL SWITCH
UP-DOWN
SWITCH
DOWNSTAIRS
WALL SWITCH
UP-DOWN
SWITCH
KEY
SWITCH
KEY
TO
CONTROL
PORT #2
TO
CONTROL
PORT #1
UP-DOWN
SWITCH
KEY
SWITCH
KEY
15-FT. CORD
TO
CONTROL
PORT #1
WIRELESS
TRANSMITTER
(REMOTE)
ON
WIRELESS
RECEIVER
UP DOWN
OFF
“STORAGE” SWITCH
I=ON, O=OFF
BACK
VIEW
TO
CONTROL
PORT #1
Fig. 33b

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10. RAISE THE LIFTING PLATFORM
Reviewsteps2-8to makesureyou haven’tmissedany
assembly steps. All screws must be tight except the lag
screws that hold the mounting rails to the deck. They
should be loose enough that the rails can bemoved
freely the distance that the slotted holes allow.
10-1.Makesure the powercord and control cords are
clear of the lift opening and are not wrapped around the
housing or the housing legs (Fig. 34).
10-2. Plug in the power cord (Fig. 34) to the power outlet.
10-3.Standclearof the liftand keep yourhands clear.
Turnthe main powerswitch to “ON” soit is lighted red.
Turn ON your control device as explained in Step 9.
Press the “UP” direction switch and watch as the platform
comes up. When the platform enters the opening, jog the
“UP” direction switch to move the platform in small
increments, watching to make sure that it does not catch
or bind on the opening. (If the platform hangs in the
opening, correct any causes before continuing the
operation.)
10-4. When the platform comes all the way up, it will lift
the upper limit switch lever (see Fig 33a), stopping the
motor and the platform before it can impact the Lift Head.
The platform should be approximately level with the floor.
11. ADJUST THE MOUNTING RAILS
Adjustthemountingrailsto center theliftingplatform in
the opening. Mark the platform center by measuring 22”
infrom eitherend and makinga small mark(see Fig.35).
11.1 Themountingrailholesareslottedforadjustment.
Push both mounting rails inward against the platform and
move the rails and platform left or right until the platform
center marks are aligned with the opening center marks.
11.2 With the platform centered and the rails pressed
up against each side of the platform, tighten the (4) lag
screwsonthefirstmountingrail,butdon’tover-tighten!
Place a 1/16” to 1/8” shim spacer between the second
mounting rail and the platform legs and tighten the
remaining (4) lag screws (see Fig.35).
Note: a strip of single-wall corrugated is a good shim.
11.3 Remove the shim spacers and check your work:
The platform assembly should freely move front-to-
back between the guide spacers and side-to-side
between the mounting rails 1/16” to 1/8”.
!
Turn off the key or power switch and unplug the
power cord before proceeding to the next steps.
10. RAISE
THE LIFTING
PLATFORM
POWER CORD
POWER SWITCH
(LIGHTED RED
WHEN “ON”)
JOG THE UP SWITCH
TO SLOWLY RAISE THE
PLATFORM TO THE
HIGHEST POSITION.
!
UNPLUG POWER CORD
BEFORE PROCEEDING
TO THE NEXT STEP!
10. ADJUST
THE MOUNTING
RAILS
POWER SWITCH
(NOT LIGHTED
WHEN “OFF”)
1. PUSH MOUNTING
RAILS AGAINST
THE PLATFORM
LEGS EACH END.
FIRST
MOUNTING
RAIL
2. LINE UP PLATFORM
CENTER MARK WITH
OPENING CENTER MARK
CENTER OF
PLATFORM
CENTER MARK
ON OPENING
(Fig. 4 on pg. 5)
SHIM
HERE
3. INSERT SHIMS. TIGHTEN
(8) LAG SCREWS LEAVING
1/16” - 1/8” SPACE BETWEEN
PLATFORM LEGS AND RAIL.
SECOND
MOUNTING
RAIL
Fig. 35
Fig. 34
WARNING: KEEP AWAY FROM
THE LIFT HOUSING AND LIFT
PLATFORM WHEN OPERATING!
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! WARNING
12. CENTER THE LIF T HOUSING IMPORTANT STEP!
To operate correctly, the lift housing must be adjusted so
it is centered over the floor opening. If not centered, the
cables will notwind evenly onto the winch drum. Take
these steps to center the lift housing.
Step 1: Lower the lift platform until the top is even with
the top of the mounting rails. See Fig. 36.
Step2: Look closelyatthespace betweentheoutside
endsof the platform triangle brackets andthe inside
wallsof the mounting rails. Determine which spaceis
larger, left or right.
Step 3: Adjust the position of the lift housing by pushing
it firmly left or right as shown in Fig. 36. If the left space is
larger, then push the lifthousing right.If the right space is
larger,pushthehousingleft. Repeatthesestepsuntilthe
left and right spaces areequal.
Note: Even though the housing legs are bolted tightly to
the housing, they will move slightly when forced and this
will allow the housing to shift laterally.
12. CENTER THE LIFT HOUSING
STEP 1: LOWER THE PLATFORM
SO THE TOP IS EVEN WITH THE
TOP OF THE MOUNTING RAILS.
STEP 2: COMPARE THE LEFT
AND RIGHT SPACES BETWEEN
THE TRIANGLE BRACKETS AND
THE MOUNTING RAILS.
STEP 3: PUSH LIFT
TOP OF
HOUSING LEFT OR
MOUNTING
RIGHT. REPEAT 2 & 3
RAILS
UNTIL BOTH SPACES
ARE EQUAL.
LEFT
SPACE
RIGHT
SPACE
TRIANGLE
BRACKETS
TOP OF
PLATFORM
Fig. 36
To reduce the risk of serious
injury, or death, do not ride the Lift! Read the
Owners Manual before operating the Versa Lift!
13. INSTALL THE STABILIZER BRACKETS:
Note: Position the stabilizer bracket with the small-hole
ends against the legs and the large-hole ends on the
floor. Withthebracketat45degreesthe endsshould be
influshcontactwithboththehousinglegsandthefloor.
Bend the ends slightly, if needed (see Fig. 37).
Step1: Positionthe stabilizerbracketasdetailedbelow
under the motor-end of the lifting head (see Fig. 37).
Install the #12 x 1” screws (4) through the larger holes
and into the floor decking. Tighten screws snug, but be
careful not to strip them out.
Step 2: Using a drill or driver, install the #8 drill-point
screwsthroughthesmallerholesintheupperendofthe
bracketandintothehousingleg(seeFig.37).Takecare
not to drive the screw too fast, because when it becomes
tight the screw will stop instantly and it can break off!
IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, install the brackets
under the motor-end (over-hang) of the lifting head so
they don’t project into your walking path(see Fig. 37).
Congratulations! Your installation is complete!
13. INSTALL STABILIZER BRACKETS
MOTOR-END
OF HOUSING
LIFT HOUSING LEGS
(NOT PLATFORM LEGS!)
STEP 2:
INSTALL #8 DRILL-POINT
SCREWS (4) THRU SMALL
HOLES IN BRACKET AND
SMALL HOLES INTO HOUSING LEGS
GO TO LEGS (NOT PLATFORM LEGS!)
STEP 1:
POSITION STABILIZER AS
SHOWN. INSTALL #12 x 1"
SCREWS (4) THRU LARGE
HOLES AND INTO FLOOR
STABILIZER
BRACKETS (2)
LARGE HOLES
GO TO FLOOR
Fig. 37
The owners manual provides many important facts
about your safety when operating the VersaLift. The
owners manual also explains the many VersaLift
operating features and tips that you will want to know.
!

The proper way to operate your new Versalift after it has been installed and tested....
1. Always press the down button the ENTIRE time allowing the Versalift to come to a
stop automatically when it comes to rest on the floor.
2. Always press the up button until the lift stops on its own up in the attic. The lift
will shut itself off when it arrives flush with the attic floor.
This practice allows the lift to maintain the cable around the cable drum properly
insuring a trouble-free operation for years to come.
Do Not lower the lift onto a box, workbench, pickup bed or at waist/knee height to
unload. This can cause the cable to wind up backwards creating an issue with the
cable around the drum.
Put your load in the center of the lift, or stacked as evenly as you can to insure a
smooth operation.