Wessex HOMELIFT User manual

WESSEX ‘HOMELIFT’
VM RANGE
USER MANUAL

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Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Wessex reserves the right to change or
improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or
organisation of such changes or improvements.
Wessex Lift Co Ltd
Budds Lane,
Romsey, SO51 OHA, UK
Tel. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
Web site address: www.wessexlifts.co.uk
RECORD OF REVISIONS
Revision
Revision
Date
Description
ECO
A
27/02/2013
Trapboard fireseal release
1310
B
17/04/2013
Smoke alarms release
1454
C
04/06/2013
Release of wireless call stations
1459

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CONTENTS
Page
1. INTRODUCTION 5
2. SAFETY NOTE 6
2.1 Safe Working Load ……………………………………………………………………..…… 6
2.2. Sketch of typical Installation Arrangement ..…………………………………… 7
3. LIMITED WARRANTY 8
4. LIFT FEATURES 9
4.1 Audible Alarm …………………………………………………………………………………. 9
4.2 Vision Panels ………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
4.3 Safety Devices ………………………………………………………………………………… 9
4.3.1 Aperture Board ………………………………………………………………. 9
4.3.2 Car Sensitive Safety Edges ……………………………………………… 9
4.3.3 Under-Lift Platform Sensitive Surface …………………………….. 9
4.4 Finishes ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
4.5 Door ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
4.6 Electrical Features …………………………………………………………………………. 10
4.7 Emergency Features ……………………………………………………………………… 10
4.7.1 Battery Back-up Features ………………………………………………. 10
4.7.2 Emergency Lowering by Lift User …………………………………… 10
4.7.3 Emergency Lowering at Powerpack ……………………………….. 10
4.7.4 Hydraulic Pipe Failure ……..…………………………………………….. 10
4.7.5 Smoke and Heat Alarms ….……………………………………………… 10
4.8 Fire Sealing ……………………………………………………………………………………. 11
4.9 Design Features…..………………………………………………………..……………….. 12
4.9.1 Door Closing Strap …………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.2 Grab Handles …………………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.3 In-Car Lighting ………………………………………………………………… 12
4.9.4 In-Car Seating …………………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.5 Lap Strap ………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.9.6 Wireless Controls……………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.7 Telephone ..……………………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.8 Autohoming ……………………………………………………………………. 12
4.9.9 Auto-Door Closing …………………………………………………………… 12
4.9.10 In-Car Key-Switch ………………………………………………………….. 12
4.10 Illuminated In-Car Controls .…..…………………………………………………….. 13
4.11 Wall Mounted Call Stations .….……………………………………………………… 13
4.11.1 Call Stations (hard-wired)……………………………………………….. 14
4.11.2 Call Stations (wireless)………………..………………………………….. 14

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 15
5.1 Homelift Control Buttons………………………………………………………………... 15
5.1.1 In-Car Control Buttons……………………………………………………… 15
5.1.2 Call Station Buttons (hard-wired)……………………………………. 15
5.1.3 Call Station Buttons (wireless)…………………………………………. 16
5.1.4 Wireless Call Station Battery Replacement ………………………. 16
5.2 Calling and entering the Lift …………………………………………………………… 17
5.3 Travelling to the desired floor………………………………………………………… 18
5.4 Changing direction of travel……………………………………………………………. 18
5.5 Vacating the Lift………………………………………………………………………………. 18
5.6 After use…………………………………………………………………………………………. 19
5.7 Use of Alarm……………………………………………………………………………………. 19
5.8 Courtesy Lights………………………………………………………………………………… 19
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING 20
6.1 Electrical Power Failure…………………………………………………………………… 20
6.2 Door Opening Failure……………………………………………………………………… 21
6.3 Emergency Lowering (Using in-car controls)…………………………………… 22
6.4 Emergency Lowering (At powerpack)………………………………………………. 22
7. SERVICING & INSPECTION 23
8. ROUTINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE 24
9. EMERGENCY BREAKDOWN SERVICE 25
10. CHANGE OF USE 26
10.1 Dismantling…………………………………………………………………………………… 26
11. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL 27
11.1 Mechanical Safety…………………………………………………………………………. 27
11.2 Electrical Safety……………………………………………………………………………… 28
11.3 Hydraulic Safety…………………………………………………………………………….. 28
12. TECHNICAL INFORMATION 29
12.1 Anchorage and Forces……………………………………………………………………. 29
12.1.1 Mid-Floor…………………………………………………………………………29
12.1.2 Lower Level…………………………………………………………………….. 29
12.1.3 Upper Level……………………………………………………………………..29
12.2 Electrical Connection……………………………………………………………………… 29
12.3 Noise Emission……………………………………………………………………………….. 29
13. APPENDICIES & QUICK START GUIDE 30
APPENDIX A – Calling the lift (step by step guide)………………………………… 31
APPENDIX B – Calling the lift (step by step guide)………………………………… 32
APPENDIX C – Changing Direction of Travel (step by step guide)…………. 33
APPENDIX D – EC Declaration of Conformity………………………………………… 34

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for deciding to purchase the Wessex Homelift. The Wessex range of Homelifts combines
the latest technology and design, making them easy to use and less obtrusive in your home, whilst
offering long service and reliability.
The Wessex Homelift is a direct acting hydraulic lift designed for single person use in a domestic
dwelling. When travelling in the lift car, the person must be either seated or in a wheelchair. There
are eight lift types available:
•VM30 compact non-wheelchair model 3m maximum travel height.
•VM31 wheelchair model 3m maximum travel height.
•VM36 large wheelchair model 3m maximum travel height.
•VM38 largest wheelchair model 3m maximum travel height.
•VM50 compact non-wheelchair model 3.5m maximum travel height.
•VM51 wheelchair model 3.5m maximum travel height.
•VM56 large wheelchair model 3.5m maximum travel height.
•VM58 largest wheelchair model 3.5m maximum travel height.
Wessex Lift Co Ltd has extensive experience in providing products that aid mobility and is the
pioneer of the majority of today’s domestic lifts. With this background and many years experience in
the manufacture and installation of Vertical Lifts, Wessex is clearly the most experienced company in
the market place today. Our in-depth knowledge of associated building and electrical work and
management expertise ensures that installations are completed with the minimum of
inconvenience.
This instruction manual will help you become accustomed with your lift.
•We ask that you study this manual and become familiar with the step by step instructions.
•Ensure that a nominated person is also familiar with the instructions, especially the operating
procedures in the unlikely event of a breakdown.
•Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference together with the electrical wiring diagram.
•The door release key should always be kept clipped in its place inside the lift car on the opposite
side to the control console.
•The powerpack key and call station keys (Optional) should be kept in a safe place.

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2. SAFETY NOTES
Children must not be allowed to tamper or play with the lift or tracks. Joyriding is dangerous. It is
strongly recommended the key-switch option is fitted when young children are in the dwelling or
likely to visit. The lift controls can then be turned off by the wall mounted control stations, and the
key removed to prevent unauthorised use.
Children must be supervised at all times when the lift is in use.
During travel do not impede the car or aperture board. Ensure that all persons, especially children
and pets, are kept clear of the lift prior and during travel. Obstacles must not be placed on the
aperture board or beneath the car.
IMPORTANT! Keep all parts of your body inside the lift at all times, and do not lean out of the lift.
Please remain seated whilst travelling in the lift.
2.1. SAFE WORKING LOAD
The MAXIMUM safe working load of the lift is 250kg. Never exceed this capacity.
The lift must never be used for anything other than the intended use. It must never be used for
transporting furniture or any other type of goods.
The safe working load of the aperture trap board is 250kg, uniformly distributed. Never place
furniture, ladders or any permanent loads on top of the trap board. It must be kept clear at all
times.
It is important that the aperture trap-board is not made wet in any way as this may change the
strength characteristics of the board and cause a potential hazard. A weakened trap board will
need to be replaced.
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2.2. HOMELIFT – Sketch of Typical Installation.
Note: Arrangement is subject to change without notice.
Mid Floor
Ground Floor
Ceiling
Safety Sensitive
Aperture Trap Board
Keep clear at all times
Track Guides
Safety Sensitive
Edges
Power Supply Unit
Orange Light on the right hand side
indicates mains power to the lift
Smoke Alarms
Smoke alarms are fitted to
the ceiling at both levels
Vision Panels
Power pack
(Can be fitted externally)
Wall mounted call
Station
Lift Isolator Switch
May be fitted at the
lower level
Wall mounted call
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3. LIMITED WARRANTY
This Wessex product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year (unless an
extended warranty has been purchased) from the initial date of installation. Within this period, Wessex will at
its discretion, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. This warranty does not cover failure
due to abuse, misuse, accidental or unauthorised alterations or repairs.
To obtain a warranty repair, contact the Wessex Lift Co Ltd Customer Care Department using the numbers
shown below. In the event of a problem the unit should be isolated to prevent further use.
Wessex Lift Co Ltd
Budds Lane,
Romsey, SO51 OHA, UK
Tel. [phone]
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4. LIFT FEATURES
The lift can be configured to include a variety of options to suit your requirements, the following
section details the features that are available for this product, and gives a brief overview into their
function and operation. Please note some of the options may not be installed on your lift.
4.1. Audible Alarm – Fitted as standard on all Homelifts, this feature provides a means of raising
attention in the unlikely event of a breakdown and or when the user could be
trapped inside the lift car. The alarm is mounted in the car on the control console.
(See section 5 for more details)
4.2. Vision Panels – The lift car has vision panels as standard in the sides and door. This gives an airy
feel to the lift and reduces the amount of light loss when using the lift.
4.3. Safety Devices – There are several safety features that are included as standard on your
Homelift. These are as follows: -
4.3.1. Aperture Board Sensitive Surface – If during raising or lowering of the lift, the
aperture board is impeded in any way, the lift will STOP immediately. This is achieved by the
built in safety systems which are integral to the design of the lift.
4.3.2. Car Sensitive Safety Edges – The upper edges of the lift car (sides and top of door) are
protected by sensitive devices that STOP the lift immediately if any obstruction is detected
whilst the lift is travelling upwards.
4.3.3. Under Lift Platform Sensitive Surface – The underside of the lift has a pressure
sensitive surface, which is designed to STOP the lift if an obstruction is detected. This
feature has been incorporated to protect small children in the event that they walk into the
lift area during descent. This platform will also stop the lift when it’s travelling upwards, if
the platform is pulled down.
All of the above safety devices are integral to the lift and make the Homelift intrinsically safe in any
given application.
4.4. Finishes – The interior and exterior metalwork of your Homelift is coated in a hard wearing
powder coat which will provide protection against knocks and daily usage.
The colour of your lift is pearl grey and this is complemented by lavender coloured ABS panels which
are fitted to the rear and sides within the car.
The floor is coated with an anti-slip finish which will aid traction of wheel chairs and provide a
hardwearing surface. It can be easily cleaned with a stiff brush if required.
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4.5. Door – The door can be either powered (Optional)or manual (Standard) depending upon the
options you have selected. The lift will only function if the door is properly closed and interlocked. It
cannot be opened between floors, (except in an emergency). A powered door will open or close
automatically when the blue door button is pressed, and stop in the open or closed position. A
manual door has to be physically pushed open or closed after pressing the blue door button, or
pressing the door safety edge down.
4.6. Electrical Features – The lift operates on a dedicated 240Vac supply that is protected by an RCD.
The supply voltage is transformed to provide all control buttons with a low voltage 24Vdc supply.
4.7. Emergency Features – The Wessex Homelift contains several facilities for dealing with
emergency situations which may be caused by external influences such as power failure etc. These
are as follows: -
4.7.1. Battery Back-up Features – In the event of an electricity supply failure/power cut, the
following lift functions will continue to be in operation: -
•Emergency Lowering Button
•All Safety Devices
•Powered Door (If fitted)
•Stop Buttons
•The Alarm
•Manual Door Lock
•Integral Lighting
4.7.2. Emergency Lowering by Lift User – Should the lift stop, due to a power
failure, an emergency in-car lowering button will illuminate. This will allow the
user to lower the lift to the ground level by simply pressing this button.
4.7.3. Emergency Lowering at Powerpack – In extreme cases it may not be
possible to lower the lift using the emergency lowering button as mentioned
above. Therefore, means to do this is provided in the power pack unit itself. (See
troubleshooting section 6.4)
4.7.4. Hydraulic Pipe failure – In the unlikely event of an oil pressure pipe failure, a safety
valve will immediately stop the lift.
4.7.5. Smoke/Heat Alarms – Mains powered (battery backed) smoke alarms are supplied and
fitted. These are connected to the lift. If smoke is detected the alarms will emit an audible
warning and render the lift inoperative, to prevent its use.
If smoke is detected whilst you are travelling in the lift, it will continue its journey in the
direction of travel and stop at the intended level. You can change direction mid-travel if you
wish by pressing the stop button, followed by the desired green button. Once the lift
reaches the intended level you will be able to open the door and exit the lift as normal. The
lift will then become inoperative to prevent its use.
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If the lift is parked at the first floor or the ground floor and smoke is detected, the lift will
remain stationary and become inoperative.
Please refer to the smoke alarm manufacturer’s instructions regarding their operation,
testing and service requirements.
Do not use the lift during a fire.
How to operate your alarms
A minimum of two alarms are fitted. The alarm type varies depending on the room served.
Red Light Green Light Red Light Green Light Red Light Green Light
Ionisation Smoke Alarm Optical Smoke Alarm Heat Alarm
1. Test the alarms weekly by pressing the ‘Test’ button. All alarms should sound.
2. Regularly check that the green mains light is on. The red light on the cover of the alarm
should flash approximately once per minute.
3. Keep your alarms clean. The units may be cleaned externally with the narrow
nozzle attachment of a vacuum cleaner and wiped down with a clean damp
cloth.
4. Do not paint your alarms. This may cause it to false alarm and may damage the
components inside.
5. Ensure that you cover the alarms with the dust covers supplied when re-decorating or
any building work is in progress.
6. If the alarm should emit a single “beep” approximately once per minute, either the battery
or the unit is due for replacement.
4.8. Fire Sealing – All models incorporate a fire seal which is effective when the lift is parked at the
first floor level or the ground floor level. Wessex Lift Co Ltd recommends that the lift is parked at
either the first floor level or ground floor level when not in use.
(Bedroom)
(Hallway, Landing or Living Room)
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4.9. Design Features – There are several design features available to help the user operate the lift,
these include the following. Please note that not all are applicable and are dependent on the model
and options selected at the point of sale.
4.9.1. Door Closing Strap – A textured rope type pull cord is fitted to all manual doors as
standard to allow the door to be closed easily from within the lift.
4.9.2. Grab Handles – With front or side mounted positions available, these handles allow
the user points on which to ease themselves into the lift car.
4.9.3. In-Car Lighting – Internal illumination of the lift car is provided which automatically
switches off when the lift is not in use. The lighting is operational via battery back up in the
event of a power failure. This is fitted as standard.
4.9.4. In-Car Seating – An in-car seat option is available.Maximum rated load of the seat is
150kg. The seat can fold up neatly away by simply lifting the front edge of the seat up until it
is in the vertical position.
4.9.5. Lap Strap – Where in-car seating is selected a lap strap with quick release buckle can
be offered to suit.
4.9.6. Wireless Controls– Wireless controls are available.
4.9.7. Telephone – An in-car telephone option is available.
4.9.8. Autohoming – An autohoming option is available. This will automatically send the lift
to the upper level after a set period of time when the door is in the closed position.
(‘Homed’ position).
4.9.9. Auto-Door Closing – An auto-door closing option is available. This will automatically
close the lift door after a set period of time.
4.9.10. In-Car Key-Switch – An in-car key-switch option is available. This will disable the up,
down and stop button on the in-car control panel. This option must only be used if the user
of the lift is not physically or mentally able to use the in-car controls. The lift must be
supervised at all times when in use.

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4.10. Illuminated In-Car Controls – For ease of identification all control buttons within the car are
illuminated. Each button controls the function/operation of the lift.
To aid the user, the buttons that are illuminated are the only
buttons that can be operated at that time. The lift unit has in-built
logic based on its location.
If, for example, you are at the upper level, the green up arrow will
not be illuminated because the only travel options available to you
are to either open the door or to go to the lower level.
The reverse applies if you are at the ground level. These features
are designed to get you up and running with the minimal amount of
training possible.
A more detailed explanation of operation is given in section 5.
4.11. Wall Mounted Call Stations – Wall mounted call stations are positioned at the upper and
lower levels. They are used to call the lift, or send it to a parked position. On lifts with a powered
door, the call station is also used to open and close the door. (Powered door is optional)
There are two main types of call station:
1. Hard-wired call stations
2. Wireless call stations
Please make yourself familiar with the type of call station you have. Further detail is provided on the
following pages.
Fig 4.10 - In Car Control Console

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4.11.1 Call Stations (hard-wired)
Hard-wired call stations attach to the wall. They are wired directly to the lift. A two way personal
key-switching facility can be provided on hard-wired call stations only, if required. This prevents the
up and down push-buttons from operating the lift (see Figure 4.11.1 below). Please note there is no
specific on or off position for the key.
4.11.2 Call Stations (wireless)– Wireless call stations clip to a bracket attached to the wall. If
desired, they can be unclipped from their bracket and used as a portable handset. Additionally, once
unclipped, the handset can be placed in a secure location to prevent unauthorised use. Take care
not to misplace the handset. In the interest of safety, we recommend the handset is retained on its
wall bracket while the lift is in use.
Fig 4.11.1 - Wall Mounted Hard-wired Call Station (Key-Switch and Power Door Option)
Rear of handset showing clip
Handset wall bracket
Fig 4.11.2 – Wireless Call Station

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1. Homelift Control Buttons – The diagrams below are typical arrangements for the layout of the
in-car controls and wall mounted call station for your Homelift. It is recommended that you study
the diagrams to make yourself familiar with each of the controls. The design of your Homelift is
intended to be straightforward in terms of its operation.
5.1.1 In-Car Control Buttons
Note 1: Up and Down buttons may be reversed; depending on which
side the In-Car Control Console is mounted.
5.1.2 Call Station Buttons (hard-wired)
Fig 5.1.1 - Layout of In-Car Control
Fig 5.1.2 –Wall Mounted Hard-Wired Call Station
Stop Button
Up Direction Button
Down Direction Button
Powered Door Open/Close Button
(Optional)
Key-Switch (Optional)
Alarm Button
Emergency Lowering
Up Direction Button1
Stop Button
Down Direction Button1
Door Button
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5.1.3 Call Station Buttons (wireless)
Note 2: The Green LED illuminates only when a button is pressed.
When the batteries are low, the Red LED will flash for 5 seconds after a button is pressed.
5.1.4 Wireless Call Station Battery Replacement
Each wireless call station requires three AAA batteries. We recommend the batteries are
replaced annually by your service provider, or another competent person. To replace the
batteries, remove all six screws on the rear of the handset for access to the battery holder.
Then remove the two screws from the battery holder (see Figure 5.1.4 below). When
reassembling, take care not to pinch any wires between the casings.
Up Direction Button
Down Direction Button
Stop Button
Manual Door Lock Release Button
or
Powered Door Open/Close Button
(Powered Door is optional)
Green LED & Red LED2
Fig 5.1.3 – Wireless Call Station Buttons
Fig 5.1.4 – Wireless Call Station battery replacement
Screws
Battery
holder

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5.2. Calling and entering the Lift – the following sequence assumes the lift is parked at the upper
level, and the key-switch (if fitted) has been turned off, and you are at the lower level.
Keep clear of the lift while it is in travel. Keep clear of the door while it is opening and
closing.
•Insert key and turn the key-switch (If fitted) on the wall mounted
call station (See Fig 5.2).
•Ensure you are clear of the lift.
•Press and release the Down (Green Arrow) direction button.
•The lift will descend to the lower floor level and automatically stop.
Opening the Door
•For manually operated doors - press the door safety edge (on top of the door)
and gently pull the door open. At this point all the lights in the car will
illuminate.
•For powered doors - ensure you are clear of the door, press and release the Blue
door button on the wall mounted call station. At this point all the lights in the
car will illuminate and the door will open.
Notes: A powered door can be opened manually by following the manually operated
door instructions. It will require a small amount of force to disengage the driving
mechanism. This must be manually re-engaged before the power door will operate
again.
WARNING! Do not lean on the safety edge without opening the door otherwise
the lift will not operate. You will need to reset the door by opening and closing the
door if you do this.
Entering the Lift (with Seat)
•Enter the car and use the seat provided. Use the lap strap if fitted. (Option)
Entering the Lift (Wheelchair Model)
•It is recommended that you reverse the wheelchair into the car wherever
possible.
Closing the Door – Manually
•The door can be closed by pulling the door closing strap until the door latches
shut. The door must be fully closed and latched before operating the lift
otherwise the lift will not function; this is part of the inbuilt safety mechanism.
Closing the Door – Powered Option
•Press and release the Blue door button and the door will close and lock
automatically.

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5.3. Travelling to the desired floor level.
The door must be closed and locked before the lift will travel. The stop button will
illuminate to confirm the door is closed and locked. There may be a small time delay
after closing the door for this to occur.
•Press and release the direction (Green arrow) button to travel,
the lift will start to move.
Note: The stop button can be used at any point during travel if required.
5.4. Changing Direction of Travel
If you wish to return to the floor that you have just departed from, mid journey, you can simply stop
the lift by: -
•Pressing and releasing the Stop button. The lift will stop.
•After a 3 second delay, the Up and Down (Green Arrow) buttons will illuminate.
•Press and release the appropriate direction button, the lift will travel to the
selected level and automatically stop.
5.5. Vacating the lift
Once the lift has arrived at the desired level the door can be opened.
Opening the Door – Manually
•The door can be opened manually by either, pressing and releasing the Blue
door button and gently pushing the door open.
•Or by pressing the door safety edge down and gently pushing the door open.
Opening the Door – Powered Option
•Press and release the Blue door button and the door will open automatically.
Move forward and exit the lift. Close the door either manually, or by pressing and releasing the Blue
door button on the wall mounted call station. Ensure you are clear of the door, before pressing a call
station button to close a powered door.

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5.6. After Use
When the lift is not in use, Wessex Lift Co Ltd recommends the lift is parked at
the first floor level or ground floor level. This ensures the fire seal is maintained
between the lower and upper levels. To do this press and release the up or
down direction button (Green Arrow) from the wall mounted call station. The
lift will travel and stop automatically.
When the lift has stopped, turn the key-switch (if fitted) to prevent unauthorised
use.
5.7. Use of the alarm
In the event of an emergency and if assistance is required, press and hold the alarm
button.
Please note this will only alert someone within hearing distance of the lift.
5.8. Courtesy Lights
The lift car is fitted with courtesy lights which will illuminate in the following
situations: -
•When the door safety edge is pressed.
•By pressing and releasing the In Car Light push button (see Fig 5.1).
•When the Blue door button is used.
After calling the lift and within a set period, the lights will automatically go out. They will illuminate
again when the door is operated.

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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Check the following if the lift will not operate:-
•Open and close the door. Ensure it is fully closed and locked.
•There are no obstructions under the lift.
•There are no obstructions on top of the aperture trap board.
•Turn the key-switch if fitted. (Please note there is no specific on or off position)
•The orange light on the power supply unit is illuminated. (Refer to Section 6.1.)
6.1. Electrical Power Failure
The orange light on the right hand side of the power supply unit is illuminated when there is mains
power to the lift. (Reference page 7) If the orange light is not illuminated check the following:-
•The lift isolator switch is on and the fuse is ok. (This should be located near the lift)
•The main distribution lift circuit breaker and RCD are both switched on.
In the event of a power failure the lift has a battery back-up feature that enables the following
features to operate: -
•Lift lights
•Lift alarm
•Door operation
•Descent using the in-car emergency lowering button
•Lift safety edges.
Please note the self levelling device will not function (refer to note below) in the event of mains power
failure. A ‘Shoot Bolt’ safety device restricts the distance the lift can creep down when the lift is at
the first floor position. If the lift is left for a long period of time with no mains power, it will stop on
the shoot bolt and can NOT be lowered by either the battery backed emergency lowering, or the
manual emergency lowering. The lift can only be re-used when the mains power returns.
The lift is fitted with a self-levelling device. When the lift is left at the upper level it will gradually
creep down a maximum of 25mm, the lift will then automatically re-level to the upper level. If the
lift creeps up when at the upper level, it will automatically re-level down to the upper level.