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Bruno VPL-3100 Installation Manual

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VPL-3100
VERTICAL PLATFORM
LIFT
Technical Service email: service@bruno.com
www.bruno.com
INSTALLATION MANUAL
DEALER:
MAN-3100-1
06-02-2008
1780 EXECUTIVE DR., P.O. BOX 84, OCONOMOWOC, WI 53066 USA
TELEPHONE:(262) 567-4990
FAX: (262) 953-5501
1-800-882-8183

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  • Page 1 VPL-3100 VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT Technical Service email: service@bruno.com www.bruno.com INSTALLATION MANUAL DEALER: MAN-3100-1 06-02-2008 1780 EXECUTIVE DR., P.O. BOX 84, OCONOMOWOC, WI 53066 USA TELEPHONE:(262) 567-4990 FAX: (262) 953-5501 1-800-882-8183...
  • Page 2 • Check the contents against the packing list before leaving the shop to begin on-site installation. Immediately report any discrepancies to Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®. Read and understand the installation manual prior to proceeding with the installation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Warranty..........54 VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Optional Features landing call/send station with key; top landing gate including call/send station with key and Bruno interlock; 34”x54” non-skid platform Recommended Bolt Torque Recommended Torque...

  • Page 5: Tools

    • Extension cord for power tools (50’ minimum) • Vise-Grips® • Appliance dolly • Hammer drill • Masonry bits, 1/2” and 3/8” • Reversible drill, 3/8”, and bits • File • Hammer drill, 1/2” for concrete fasteners VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 6: Safety

    • Never exceed the maximum rated lift the electrical box. capacity of 750 lbs. (340 kg). • Never use the VPL-3100 to lift freight or other materials than intended by design. • Read and understand the installation manual prior to installing the VPL-3100.

  • Page 7: Pre-Installation Checks

    PRIOR TO INSTALLATION • Visit the installation site. • Verify that a dedicated 15A electrical circuit is available for installation of the VPL-3100 and that it has been installed by a qualified electrical contractor in compliance with local codes and regulations.
  • Page 8 NOTE: A skate dolly works well for this purpose. 3. Attach the platform to the tower using the bolts, washers, lockwashers and nuts provided. 4. Remount the vertical panel with the pushbutton controls. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 9: Installation Main Component

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OF MAIN COMPONENT The VPL-3100 must be installed on a level, smooth concrete base with a minimum thick- ness of 4” (10 cm), in place prior to installa- tion and not provided by Bruno. 1. Decide on which side of the unit the call/ Per ASME Code send and gate wire harnesses will be routed.
  • Page 10 15. ALWAYS replace the top cover after com- pletion of installation/service operations. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 11: Adjusting Top Landing/Final Limit Switches

    Align bracket edge to be parallel to vertical column 5. Retest operation and recheck that the unit before tightening to ensure stops at the correct height. Readjust if proper limit switch operation. necessary. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 12: Standard Gate Installation

    NOTE: The instructions given below apply to the installation of a Bruno top landing gate on a Bruno lift. If installing a top landing gate other than a Bruno gate, refer to the instructions provided by the gate manufacturer. Prior to the installation of either a Bruno and or a non-Bruno top landing gate, check local codes and regulations in force.
  • Page 13 NOTE: Do not remount the access door at this time. You will require access to this area for wiring. wheel mounting, view from front WRONG orientation correct orientation VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 14: Standard Gate Installation

    7. Secure the gate post to the hand railing using the holes in the gate post or with an angle bracket. NOTE: Bruno does not provide the mounting fasteners for the landing gate . However, it DOES provide angle brackets .

  • Page 15: Cam/Actuator Installation And Adjustment (Standard Gate)

    (see left, and Technical top of square tube (platform) Specifications at the rear of this manual). Remove (3) screws. b. Remove (3) screws from the platform. c. Loosely assemble the gate actuator bracket. left-hand shown VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 16 2. Run the vertical platform lift up. 2” (5 cm) NOTE: When the unit reaches the landing level, the gate should be unlocked. 3. Re-verify clearances and check that the gate and platform align properly. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 17 NOTE: The instructions given below apply to the installation of a Bruno top landing gate on a Bruno lift. If installing a top landing gate other than a Bruno gate, refer to the instructions provided by the gate manufacturer. Prior to the installation of either a Bruno and or a non-Bruno top landing gate, check local codes and regulations in force.

  • Page 18: Wide Gate Installation

    NOTE: Do not remount the access door at this time. You will require access to this area for wiring. wheel mounting, view from front correct orientation WRONG orientation ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 19 7. Secure the gate post to the hand railing using the holes in the gate post or with an angle bracket. NOTE: Bruno does not provide the mounting fasteners for the landing gate . However, it DOES provide angle brackets .

  • Page 20: Cam/Actuator Installation And Adjustment (Wide Gate)

    Remove (3) screws. a. Remove (3) screws from the platform. b. Loosely assemble the gate actuator bracket. left-hand shown c. Mount the loosely-assembled bracket to the platform. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 21: Cam/Actuator Installation And Adjustment (Wide Gate)

    2. Run the vertical platform lift up. NOTE: When the unit reaches the landing level, the gate should be unlocked. 3. Re-verify clearances and check that the gate and platform align properly. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 22: Wiring The Call/Send And Gate

    INSTALLATION WIRING THE CALL/SEND AND THE GATE Bruno provides wiring harness kits for the call/ send and the gate. You will use the items in the kits to connect to the wiring harness near the bottom of the lift. The 6-wire harness connects to the gate (includes call/send wiring) .

  • Page 23: Mounting The Call/Send Box

    2. Using the kit provided, prepare the wire ends of the 3-wire harness. 3. Attach the wires as appropriate to the switches on the box cover (white=up; black=down; red=switch). VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 24 4. Test switch operation. 5. After verifying correct switch operation, mount the cover to the box using the provid- ed screws. Make sure the housing openings are resealed. 6. Retest switch operation. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 25: Securing The Unit

    INSTALLATION SECURING THE UNIT AND TESTING 1. Run the VPL-3100 up and down several times to final check all clearances. 2. While holding the gate wheel in the unlocked position, run the platform down until it stops. The unit should NOT continue downward more than 2”...

  • Page 26: Completing The Installation

    INSTALLATION COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION 1. Remount the VPL-3100 electrical box cover (if previously removed). 2. Remount all panels. 3. Clean the work area. 4. Train the end-user on the proper and safe operation of the VPL-3100. Have him/her operate the unit while you are present to answer any questions or address any concerns.
  • Page 27 4. On the opposite side of the tower, remove the (4) screws from the bar mounting loca- tion. 5. Place the bar in the mounting location. 6. Secure the vertical bar with the (4) screws removed in Step 5. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 28 11. Insert and tighten the (2) screws to secure the ramp tube. nylon washers 12. Insert (1) nylon washer on the ramp tube peg. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 29: Moving The Ramp, Ramp Actuator And Vertical Bar To The Opposite Side

    15. Insert the cotter pin through the opening nylon washers in the end of the ramp tube peg. 16. Bend the ends of the cotter pin to hold it securely in place. CORRECT! peg fits in notch INCORRECT VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 30 6. Lay this second bracket near the corner diagonally opposite the corner from which it was just removed. 7. Move the ramp to the opposite side of the platform. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 31 11. Secure the second bracket to the platform using the (3) screws. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 32: Optional Gate Interlock Installation

    A gate interlock is required to comply with the residential elevator code. require a right-hand interlock, Bruno gates include a gate interlock . and vice versa. For customers installing a non-Bruno gate not equipped with the required gate interlock (or...
  • Page 33 14. Once the gate interlock is mounted and wired, test operation. When operating properly, the interlock actuator contacts the wheel arm to open the gate lock. If necessary, adjust the actuator and wheel arm for proper contact. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 34: Optional Electric Door Interlock Installation

    3/8” to 1/2” (9.5 to 12.5 mm) from face of door. 4. Hook the beak under the interlock pin as shown. 5. Close the door 6. Mark around the beak as shown. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 35 NOTES: Terminals 1 and 2 = door safety switch; manual release Terminals 3 and 4 = limit switch 13. Close the door and test interlock operation. 14. Remount the interlock cover (longer screw in bottom hole). completed installation VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 36: Emergency And Cold-Weather Operation

    EMERGENCY AND COLD WEATHER OPERATION EMERGENCY OPERATION Bruno offers an optional hand wheel for the VPL-3100 to serve in case of a power failure or non-operation. If your lift is not equipped with a hand wheel and you would like to order one, please contact an authorized Bruno dealer.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Replace the switch. switch Defective lower limit switch Replace the switch. Incorrect wiring between Recheck all wiring the control box and the connections. landing gate Top final limit switch Disengage the switch. engaged VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 38 Faulty control switches Replace the switch. E-Stop button inadver- Pull out E-Stop button. tently depressed Unit emits squealing noise Insufficient lubrication Apply Lubriplate® every 6” (15 cm) along the length of the screw. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 39: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING SCHEMATIC VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 40: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING SCHEMATIC ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...

  • Page 41: Exploded Views And Drawings

    ENCL. ASSY SHOWN ON SHEET 4 DETAIL C SCALE 1 : 1 DETAIL B SCALE 1 : 1 VPL-31175 SHEET 3 OF 12 REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 42 REMOVE SET SCREWS VPL-31175 DETAIL H SCALE 1 : 1 SHEET 5 OF 12 NOTE: SOME PARTS HIDDEN FOR CLARITY REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 43 OR EQUIVALENT TO KEY APPLY SILVER ANTI-SEIZE (4) PLACES DETAIL K SCALE 1 : 1 VPL-31175 SHEET 6 OF 12 REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 44 APPLY BLUE LOCTITE TORQUE TO 25 IN/LBS TYPE 242 OR EQUIVALENT (4) PLACES (4) PLACES VPL-31175 SHEET 7 OF 12 REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 45 11" LG. WIRE TIE (.144" WIDTH) GUIDE PAD TO FRONT GUIDE PAD TO FRONT APPLY SILVER ANTI-SEIZE (4) PLACES VPL-31175 SHEET 8 OF 12 REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 46 TO BE PLACED ON INSIDE OF BACK COVER. WIRE TIE TO BE USED TO SECURE POWER CORD DURING SHIPPING. VPL-31175 SHEET 12 OF 12 REV. 10 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2007 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 47 6" LG. WIRE TIE (.144" WIDTH) DETAIL A SCALE 1 : 1 DETAIL B SCALE 1 : 1 VPL-31477 SHEET 1 OF 1 REV. 1 (3909)(3/25/08)(JDE) for your independence ©2008 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 48 DRAWINGS ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 49 DRAWINGS VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 50 DRAWINGS ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 51 DRAWINGS VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...
  • Page 52 DRAWINGS ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.® VPL-3100 06-02-2008...
  • Page 53 DRAWINGS VPL-3100 06-02-2008 ©2008,2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    The exclusive remedy for a defect in a Bruno Vertical Platform Lift shall be the repair or replacement, at the option of Bruno, of the defective part or component. After the first 30 days of this warranty, only parts and components are covered.
  • Page 56 • • ©2006 Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. ® All illustrations and specifications in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc ® . reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. Manual Back Cover 8/06-2.

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