vimec S11 User manual

01/09/2015
Vimec s.r.l
Via Parri, 7 - 42045 Luzzara - Reggio Emilia - Italy
Tel. + 39 0522 970 666 - Fax. + 39 0522 970919
www.vimec.biz
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DATE ____________ APPROVED ____________
MANUAL CODE
Original instructions
S11 MODEL
USE AND MAINTENANCE Page 03 - 14
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 15 - 26
PARTS CATALOGUE Page 27 - 69
VIMEC reserves the right to make modications and changes to its products at any moment in response to developments in technology.

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VIMEC S.r.l. “Original” Declaration of conformity
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“EC” DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The manufacturer:
V i a P a r r i n . 7 , 4 2 0 4 5 L u z z a r a ( R . E . ) I TA
Tel. [phone] r.a. Fax [phone]
(Name and address of the person authorised to compile the technical le:
Name: Marco Marchetti
Address: Via Parri n.7 , 42045 Luzzara (R.E.) ITALIA - Tel. [phone])
states on his own responsibility that the vertical lifting platform type:
S11 – Serial number:
complies with the following Directives:
- Directive 2004/108/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility”
- Directive 2006/95/EEC “Low Voltage”
- Directive 2006/42/EEC “Machinery Directive”
Managing Director
Ing. Giuseppe Lupo
Luzzara,
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USE AND MAINTENANCE
GENERAL CONTENTS
1. Unit and manufacturer identication Page 04
2. After-Sales Service Page 04
3. Description of unit Page 05
4. Intended and improper uses Page 08
5. Technical data Page 08
6. Preparing the lift for operation Page 09
7. Correct use of the platform lift Page 09
8. Safety systems Page 13
9. Maintenance Page 15
10. Electrical wiring diagrams Page 17
11. Vibration – Airborne noise levels Page 17
12. Information on the disposal of materials and unit parts Page 17
ENSURING SAFETY AT WORK
WARNING
This symbol highlights some essential safety instructions.
Compliance with these instructions does not mean that the others can be ignored.
Read this manual carefully before installing, starting up, using and maintaining the lift.
The most important factor in preventing accidents is care and attention when using the lift.
Comply with the information provided on the signs of all kinds applied to the lift.
Replace damaged signs immediately.
Professionals must carry out all work on the lift except for normal operating procedures.
Comply with the skill levels specied for the various procedures, symbolised as follows:
O Trained operator
OC Trained operator with specic skill
OS Skilled operator authorised by the manufacturer
An ADULT familiar with all the operating functions and precautions described in this manual must always
operate the lift

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1) UNIT AND MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION
TYPE S11
SERIAL No. (N°) - - - -
YEAR - - - -
LOAD (kg) 400
POWER (V / A / Hz) 220 / 6 / 50
LOAD
400 kg
SERIAL No.
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SERIAL No.
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2) AFTER-SALES SERVICE
DEALER’S STAMP AND AUTHORISED AFTER-SALES SERVICE CONTACT DETAILS
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3) DESCRIPTION OF THE UNIT
3.1) General Description - Fig. 1
The S11 lift is a platform lift designed to trans¬port
disabled persons with or without an attendant. This
machine can work both in open and closed shaft.
The shaft, if required, is an enclosed metallic (Fig. 2/a)
or masonry structure with oor doors (Fig. 2/b) enabling
the entrance to the platform. In order to guarantee the
safety of people, oor doors are locked by a safety
door lock. The opening of a door is allowed only when
the platform is at a determined oor. Upon request,
oor doors can optionally be provided with a motorized
opening and closing system. A push button control is
provided near each entrance door (Fig. 2/c).
It comprises the following:
- Upper platform with non-slip surface (Fig. 1/a)
- Column group (Fig. 1/c)
- Edge protection (Fig. 1/d)
- Bellows guard (if present) (Fig. 1/e)
- Lift gate (if present)
- Hand-operated gates at oor 1 (Fig. 1/f)
- CE marking and serial number nameplate (Fig. 1/g)
- Doors
- Locks
- Metal scaffold (if required)
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Lifting system - Fig. 3
The lifting system comprises:
- Motor (Fig. 3/a)
- Worm (Fig. 3/b)
- Nut screw (Fig. 3/c)
- Safety nut screw (Fig. 3/d)
- Control system (Fig. 3/e)
- Brake (if present) (Fig. 3/f)
A call/send oor control containing the following devices
is provided near each oor door (if present) (Fig. 5):
- Call push button (Fig. 5/b).
This push button allows the platform to reach that de-
terminate oor enabling the entrance.
Emergency key:
In case of oor door opening in an emergency, use
the triangular re-opening key by turning it into the free
direction (Fig. 5/a).
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Control panels - Fig. 6
The control panel on the side guard carries the fol-
lowing:
- Emergency Button (Fig. 6/a)
- Key (Fig. 6/b)
- Up and down control buttons (Fig. 6/d)
- Alarm button (Fig. 6/c)
The rail opposite guard can carry the wireless control
panel (Fig. 7) equipped with up/down buttons (Fig. 7/a)
and key (Fig. 7/b).
3.2) Main mechanical safety features
- Gates can be opened from the outside with a special
key.
- Movement cuts out in the event of obstacles under-
neath the platform.
- Over-run device.
- Safety gear/bush.
- Photocell barriers (option)
3.3) Main electrical safety features
- STOP button on board the lift.
- Safety microswitch with over-run.
- Dual system to ensure gate closure with lock and
tamperproof microswitch.
- Movement cuts out in the event of nut screw failure.
3.4) Warning signs
The lift is tted with various warning signs:
- Nameplate stating rated payload (Fig. 8/f).
- Nameplate stating payload and those permitted to
use the lift (Fig. 8/c).
The lift system must be installed by skilled
staff authorised by VIMEC.
3.5) Reference Directives
The lift complies with the following directives:
- 2004/108/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility”
Directive
- 2006/95/EEC “Low Voltage” Directive
- 2006/42/EEC “Machinery Directive”
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5. TECHNICAL DATA
- Lifting system
Worm screw plus motor
- Operating data
Travel direction Up/Down
Speed 0.05 m/s - 0.1 m/s
Payload See nameplate on unit
- Duty cycles
Normal duty 20 Cycles/day
- Ambient conditions from -5° to +60° C. Humidity 90% max. (use in
Temperature bathrooms and swimming-pools is
not permit¬ted).
- Electrical system
Motor 2.2 kW
Voltage 230 V (50 Hz) Three-phase / Single-phase
Auxiliary circuit at 24 VDC
IP protection degree IP 54
- Controls Hold-to-run type; on the lift: protected up and
down buttons, illuminated call buttons at oors.
All buttons are of hold-to-run type; the controls
at the oors are enabled by means of removable
keys.
4) INTENDED AND IMPROPER USES
4.1) Intended Uses
The S11 platform lift is a lift system designed for one disabled person, standing or in a wheelchair +
attendant (if any), who must be trained in the lift’s operation.
When using the lift, compliance with the instructions provided on the signs tted to it is compulsory.
4.2) Improper Uses
The user must follow the instructions provided in this manual.
The following are forbidden when using the S11 platform lift:
- Lifting anything not specied in point 4.1
- Exceeding the rated load stated on the nameplate.
- Operation by a user not trained in the use of the lift.
- Failure to follow the instructions provided on nameplates tted to the lift.
- Performance of maintenance work by anyone without the skills needed for the various procedures.
WARNING: NO MODIFICATIONS ARE PERMITTED, FOR ANY PURPOSE.
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6) PREPARING THE LIFT FOR OPERATION
6.1) Electrical panel and installation
The customer is required to make all necessary mo-
dications required to the stairwell (before delivery),
providing a water drain in outdoor installations if requi-
red, and also to arrange for the handling of the parts
delivered.
The customer is also responsible, at his own expense,
for construction of the dedicated electricity supply line
to our panel, with conductors having gauge of at least
2.5 mm2 and differential security circuit breaker with
rated load 16A and sensitivity 0.03A type B installed
in a box with padlock xture close to the unit control
panel, having IP54 protection and earthed by means
of 2.5 mm2 cable. All expenses for making-good after
installation and any testing procedures shall also be for
the customer’s account.
The Customer shall ensure lighting of at least 50 LUX
for the landings and lift platform, with switch adjacent
to the platform.
Automatic emergency light in lift shaft 1Wx1 hour, 24
VDC emergency alarm with independent power supply
to be connected to the circuit (emergency button).
The customer shall be responsible for ensuring the
strength and nishing of walls where necessary (di-
sembarkation side).
The customer is also responsible for ensuring the
strength of the oors.
N.B.: Data are guideline and not binding.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make any chan-
ges it considers appropriate.
7) CORRECT USE OF THE PLATFORM LIFT
WARNING: READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BE-
FORE USING THE PLATFORM LIFT.
7.1) Start-up
- The platform lift is started up by simply powering up the
control panel, after connecting all the cable sheaths
between the unit and the gate.
- The lift can be left constantly powered up.
Checks to be performed before using the
platform lift:
Skill level required: O - Trained operator
Frequency: Before use
7.2) Check that the load to be lifted does not exceed
the payload stated on the nameplate and is evenly
distributed over the platform surface.
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7.3) Ensure that the load is stable.
7.4) Check that there are no foreign bodies underneath
the platform.
7.5) Check that the platform is not working in a
hazard¬ous environment (dust, salt, flammable or
explosive substances).
7.6) Controls at the oors
The control panel on the gate or on board of the unit
contains the following devices (Fig. 9):
- Control board master key-switch (Fig. 9/a).
- Call button (Fig. 9/b).
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7.7) Use
While the platform lift is in motion the wheel-
chair’s brakes must be engaged and if it is electric
it must be switched off.
Floor controls:
The controls must be kept pressed throughout the
transit and cut out the lift if released. The oor locks
and the on-board control panel are only operational
if the key has been inserted.
- Insert the key (Fig. 10/a) on the control panel at the
oor and turn it to “1”.
WARNING: Even if the unit is used by more than
one person, only one key must be used.
- Press the call button (Fig. 9/b) and wait for the lock
to open.
If the platform is not at the oor, then start the “call” pro-
cedure, keep the call button pressed until the platform
reaches the oor, where it will stop and the gates will
open automatically.
If the platform is at the oor, press the but¬ton and
the gates will unlock automatically, granting access
to the platform. The gates are tted with a sprung
closing system.
On-board controls:
- Insert and turn the key on the on-board control panel.
- Select the oor required.
The up/down button must be held down until the
des¬tination oor is reached. The travel direction can
be changed at any moment. If the button is released,
the platform stops immediately. Once the destination
oor is reached, the platform stops and the gates
unlock automatically.
- Turn the key to 0 (off) and remove it.
- Red emergency stop button.
This button, provided on the control panel on the lift
only, stops the lift immediately regardless of its travel
direction.
To restore the lift to operating mode, turn the stop button
clockwise through 45°.
- Alarm
The alarm buzzer is activated by pressing the ALARM
button on the platform control board.
7.8) Operating Precautions
- The platform must be started and stopped following
the instructions provided in this manual.
- Keep the special keys for opening the gate locks and
main electrical panel in emergencies out of reach of
children or unauthorised persons.
- Always keep the documentation supplied with the unit
(manual, electrical diagrams, warranty) in a safe place.
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STANDARD
OPTIONAL
- Only use the emergency gate opening keys (Fig. 13/a)
when necessary.
- The platform lift may only be used by a person
stand¬ing or in a wheelchair, with or without attendant.
All other uses are forbidden.
7.9) Recovering the passenger in an emergency
Skill level required OC: Trained operator with
spe¬cic skill.
Recovery of the passenger is necessary in the event of
a lift malfunction or simply a power blackout.
WARNING: Before starting the recovery
proce¬dure, it is COMPULSORY to turn off the power
supply to the lift using the differential security breaker
installed in a box with padlock xture on the outside of
the panel (to be installed by the customer).
This ensures that the lift cannot be moved accidentally.
Ensure that the gate at the oor is locked.
- Remove the cap that accesses the brake block lever
(Fig. 12/c).
- Remove the cap from the casing to access the hand-
operation mechanism (Fig. 12/a).
- Insert the handwheel provided into the hole in the
casing and t it on the square drive pin.
- In case of side operation by hand (option), insert the
special crank handle (Fig. 12/d) into the hole and t it
to the pin (Fig. 12/e).
- Turn the hand wheel or crank handle to move the
platform to the oor. If the lift is lowered, turning the
handwheel or crank handle requires less effort.
- At the destination oor, remove the handwheel or crank
handle and replace the cap.
- Open the lift gate manually
- To open the gates at the oor by hand, use the trian-
gular key (Fig. 13/a).
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WARNING: The gate must be unlocked only
when the platform reaches the destina¬tion oor.
Close the gate and call the after-sales service.
Instructions to unlock the door from inside the pit
for hinged doors (for the maintenance operator)
When the machine is in the pit:
- Remove the cover.
- Push downwards (upwards) to release the lock (Fig.
10/a).
Do not remove the key from the rope after use.
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8) SAFETY SYSTEMS
a) Safety nut screw
This is a second nut screw that only comes into op-
eration if the main one is no longer engaged with the
lifting worm screw. If the safety nut screw is engaged,
an electrical failure detection system will prevent the
platform from being used until it is repaired.
b) Locks
Use of the platform is only enabled with the correct lock
status; the unit cannot be used if the gates are open or
the locks have been tampered with.
c) Guard board
The platform can be tted with a guard board (Fig.
15/a) which has the dual function of acting as an ac-
cess ramp at the oors (when lowered) and holding
the wheelchair in place while the lift is in motion. The
guard board automatically moves to the safety position
once the platform has risen a few centimetres above
the bottom oor.
The guard board only opens at the bottom oor.
8.1) Other Safety Devices
a) Limit switches and limit stops
The limit switches stop the lift automatically in the lan-
ding positions at oor stops.
b) Anti-shearing/anti-crushing guard
The platform can be tted with a bellows guard on the
open sides.
c) Power Supply
The unit is supplied at 230 V VAC single-phase (50 Hz),
the auxiliary circuit and buzzer are supplied at 24 VDC.
d) Controls
All the controls are of hold-to-run type (the lift stops as
soon as the nger is removed from the button).
A remov¬able key enables the control boards at the
oors. The platform is not accessible until the gates
have been opened (no one can use the unit unless the
key is inserted).
e) Operation by hand
The lift can always be raised/lowered by hand to bring
the passenger to the oor in the event of a system failure
or power blackout. (See point 7.10).
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f) Emergency stop button
There is a red emergency STOP button on board the
platform. When pressed, the emergency STOP button
cuts out all lift movements and triggers the alarm sy-
stem.
To restore the lift to operating mode, turn the STOP
button clockwise through 45°.
WARNING: Check operation of the
emer¬gency STOP button every month. If the STOP
button does not cut out all lift movements, DO NOT
USE the lift!!
Call in an authorised VIMEC technician at once.
g) Movement cut-out in the event of obstacles
The platform is tted with a sensor that automatically
cuts out downward movement in the event of obstacles
interfering with the moving parts underneath it.
h) Anti-shearing/anti-crushing photocell barrier
(option)
They detect the presence of an obstacle on the sides
of the platform not equipped with walls, and on the side
between the rail side guard and the column, stopping
its movements.
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9) MAINTENANCE
Although the lift has of course undergone rigorous testing, VIMEC advices you to have it inspected regularly by
technicians. In order to ensure that it provides the best service in complete safety, our specialist engineers, who
will carry out all the operations described below must inspect it regularly
9.1) Parts requiring regular inspection
WARNING: Before performing servicing work on the electrical parts, the power supply to the system
must be cut off by means of the “Motive power line” and “Siren” master switch.
Skill level required: OS – Skilled operator authorised by VIMEC
UNIT PARTS TO BE INSPECTED
EVERY
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EVERY
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ON
INSTALLA-
TION
SAFETY DEVICES Check that the sensors stop the lift in the required
posi¬tions at the oors.
Check that the gates are properly interlocked by their respective locks.
Check that the over-run microswitch is working correctly.
MECHANICAL
LIFTING SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
Check that the lifting structure, bushes, pins, rollers, screw
and nut screw do not show signs of wear, deterioration, or
excessive play on the couplings.
Check that there is no noticeable rust on the load-bearing
structures. Check all components, and particularly the
welded parts, for structural damage.
Check the greasing of the screw, bushing and bearing.
MICROSWITCHES Check operation of all safety microswitches.
Check operation of all the controls (control panel – oor
control panel – portable control panel if any).
LOCKS Check that the locks are working correctly. The lift must
only operate with the gates properly closed and the lock
(bolt) shot.
CONTROLS
Check that the lift operates correctly with a load of 1.1
times the permitted payload.
TESTING WITH
LOAD
Check that the device is operating correctly.
ANTI-SHEARING /
ANTI-CRUSHING
BELLOWS GUARD
(IF PRESENT)
Check that the dev ices for hand-operation of the lift are
in good working order.
MANUAL
OPERATIONS
UP / DOWN
Check the tightness of the metal fasteners of the main
components.
BOLTED
CONNECTIONS
Check the nut distance
NUT WEAR
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9.2) Check and replacement of nuts
The two upper and lower nuts coupled to the lead screw
and placed in the column, during the machine operation
wear proportionally to the number of cycles and to the
load applied to the platform (people weight).
Therefore, it is necessary to replace the nuts after a
certain number of cycles.
The thread wear of the nuts brings them gradually
closer.
The distance between the two nuts must not be lower
than a certain limit value marked next to the slot (Fig.
16/a).
The initial value – measured during the machine as-
sembly – is also marked next to the slot (Fig. 16/a).
Therefore, it is necessary to measure the distance
between the two nuts with a gauge, and such value
must range between the initial value (higher gure) and
the limit value (lower gure).
If the distance measured with the gauge is lower than
the limit value, the nuts must be replaced.
The following operations must be carried out to measure
the distance between the bushes:
- Remove the column guard.
- Measure the “X” distance between the two nuts (Fig.
18) with a long-clip gauge (see Fig. 17).
- Reassemble the casings and tighten all screws!
Restore the same conditions as before checking.
This check shall be carried out every 6 months
together with all the other periodical maintenance
checks.
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10) ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
The electrical wiring diagrams are in the folder supplied
with the lift.
11) VIBRATION – AIRBORNE NOISE LEVELS
a) Vibration
The lift causes vibration in the passenger’s body with
the following characteristics:
- low frequency, very low acceleration;
- short exposure cycles for the transported person.
This parameter is therefore insignicant for safety
purposes.
b) Airborne noise: less than 70 dBA
12) GUIDANCE ON DISPOSING OF LIFT PARTS
AND SUBSTANCES
a) Disposing of rubber, plastics and packaging
material.
Place in clean containers and consign to disposal
cen¬tres authorised under the relevant regulations.
Possible remedies
The platform does not move in either direction Emergency STOP pressed Turn the button
clockwise through 45°
Overload cut-out tripped Press the reset button
Differential circuit-breaker Call a VIMEC authorised
tripped technician
Lift gate Close the gate properly.
Gates and locks Close the gates properly
Safety gear switch Replace drive bushing
The platform does not respond to the “down” Obstacles underneath the Remove the obstacles
command platform
The platform does not respond to the “oor call” Gates and locks Close the gates properly
command
The platform does not respond to the “up” Platform guard board failing to rise
command
9.3) Troubleshooting
Skill level required: O - trained operatorProblem Possible causes
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GENERAL CONTENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1) Lift supply package Page 19
2) Place of installation Page 19
3) Transport Page 19
4) Installation instructions Page 19
5) Final testing Page 31
6) Operating checks and adjustments Page 31
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1. LIFT SUPPLY PACKAGE
- Complete platform
- Preassembled column or column disassembled into
2 parts
- Upper oor gate complete with controls
- Panelling
- Remote call column (OPT)
- Lift gate (if present)
2. PLACE OF INSTALLATION
The lift may be installed INDOORS or OUTDOORS.
3. TRANSPORT
3.1) Handling
The lift, disassembled and on a pallet, must be handled
with the aid of suitable lifting equipment with rated load
at least 250 kg (Fig. 1).
Follow the instructions provided in chap. 4
of the assembly manual with regard to the correct
procedures for lifting and positioning the unit.
3.2) Storage
- Store the unit in a dry place
- Protect from dust with PVC sheeting.
4. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Check that the mains voltage specications corre-
spond to those stated on the lift’s nameplate.
- Check that the lift and shaft dimensions are as stated
on the installation drawings.
- Check that raceways have been provided for the po-
wer supply cables and that a water drainage pit has
been constructed if necessary.
- Check that the base plinth on which the lift is to rest
is level.
- Place the lift in the intended position, with the distan-
ces from the wall shown in the installation diagrams.
4.1 Column wall mounting
- Use the eyebolts (Fig.1/a) to remove the column from
the packaging and from the crate and remove any front
casings (Fig. 1/b-1/c).
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- Utilizzare un apparecchio di sollevamento e fasce
d’imbragatura per accostare la colonna al muro in
posizione verticale.
250 kg
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WARNING:
Use a spirit level to check that it is vertical (Fig. 2/a),
and also check that the oors are perpendicular
compared to the wall and to the base plinth (Fig. 3).
- Use plugs to x the column to the wall by the base
connection (Fig. 5/a) and then to the head connection
or vice versa (Fig. 5/b).
NOTE: Mark on the wall the positions of the holes
to be made before setting the column next to the
wall, thus avoiding dust contamination of the
mechanical organs.
- Using the L brackets supplied (Fig. 6/b) with adjustment
slots, x the remaining connections (Fig. 6/a).
- Level the base by acting on the screws (Fig. 4/a).
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