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Floe VSD6000 Owner's Manual

24 volt dc/120 volt ac boat lift systems
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OWNER'S MANUAL
VSD6000, VSD6500
VSD8000 & VSD10000
24 Volt DC/120 Volt AC
Boat Lift Systems
(patented Easy-Level Leg System)
Watch our customized boat lift setup and installation video:
www.floeintl.com/manuals-information
Retain this manual for future reference
AttENtiON
AttENtiON
AttENtiON
Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions
carefully before attempting to install or operate lift system.
Visit our website at www.floeintl.com
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL VSD6000, VSD6500 VSD8000 & VSD10000 24 Volt DC/120 Volt AC Boat Lift Systems (patented Easy-Level Leg System) Watch our customized boat lift setup and installation video: www.floeintl.com/manuals-information Retain this manual for future reference AttENtiON AttENtiON AttENtiON Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions carefully before attempting to install or operate lift system.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    I have developed them accordingly. The fact that you purchased a FLOE boat lift tells me that you research a product thoroughly. You will find a FLOE boat lift has many innovative features that will ensure years of dependable service, satisfaction, and enjoyment.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    If you do not understand any of these instructions, CAUtiON please ask your dealer or call FLOE Customer Service at 218-426-3563 or toll free 800-336-6337. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
  • Page 4 If watercraft is open to the accumulation of rain water, be sure boat’s drain plug is FLOE lift systems have not been tested pulled. Additional water weight may cause in brackish or salt water conditions. Lift...

  • Page 5: Certification Of Boat Lift Delivery

    ______ I understand that if my lift is equipped with a canopy it must be properly secured or it could blow over and cause damage not covered under warranty. ______ I understand that I must discontinue using the lift immediately and contact my FLOE dealer if any unusual sounds or functionality are present.

  • Page 6: Boat Lift Capacities

    LiFt CAPACitiES 3. Determine that the boats center of gravity (CG) is centered between the two main lift beams. It’s recommended that the total loaded weight • The boat should be parked so that the boat’s of the water craft doesn’t exceed 75-85% of the CG or balance point is centered between the total lift capacity.

  • Page 7: Is Your Lift's Capacity Adequate For Your Boat

    One way to determine whether the lift’s capac- weight. It is common for published dry weights ity is adequate is to log onto FLOE’s website, to be considerably lower than actual loaded www.floeintl.com, and click on the Boat Lift weights.

  • Page 8: Boat Lift Dimensional Specifications

    LiFt DiMENSiONAL SPECiFiCAtiONS Specifications may change without notice. MODEL/ DrIvE TrAIn BUnKS InSIDE OUTSIDE FrAME CAPACITY TrAvEL wIDTh wIDTh LEngTh VSD-6000 Screw-Drive Cradle Pads 60” 132” 140” 126.5” VSD-6500/8000 Screw-Drive Cradle Pads 60” 119” 128” 126.5” VSD-10000 Screw-Drive Cradle Pads 52”...

  • Page 9: Drive Train & Ball Screw

    DRiVE tRAiN & BALL SCREW This boat lift is equipped with FLOE’s exclusive Vertical Screw Drive (VSD) drive train technolo- gy. The VSD system replaces the common winch style drive-train common to most boat lifts. It uses a DC or AC powered, high-torque electric motor along with a ball-screw and ball-nut mechanism.

  • Page 10: Electrical System

    ChECk thE FOLLOWiNg tO ENSURE SELECtiNg thE BAttERiES PROPER OPERAtiON OF thE FOR 24-VOLt DC MODELS ELECtRiC MOtOR DRiVE Batteries are not included with the lift system. The recommended bat- Electrical System: teries (Fig. 6) are two 1. Power wires to the batteries & motor are 12-Volt, deep-cycle, properly connected, corrosion free &...
  • Page 11 Option #3. To maintain battery charge with remote to ensure it does not drain the batteries. the optional FLOE 24-Volt solar panels, mount panels per instructions included with panels When charging batteries, it is important to and wire it to the batteries.

  • Page 12: Limit Switch Connection

    Doing so can cause battery posts immediately, if you are able severe unwarranted damage to the lift to do so without the risk of injury. Contact serious personal injury death. your local dealer or FLOE International, Inc.

  • Page 13: Wired Remote

    elements. Installation Fig. 16 under a canopy system Wired is recommended. If the Remote remote is not covered by a canopy, unplug and store indoors when not in use. Turn the wired remote to the off position while storing the lift to ensure power Fig.

  • Page 14: Optional Wireless Remote

    WiRELESS REMOtE iNStALLiNg AND LEVELiNg LiFt optional EASY LEVEL™ LEVELiNg LEgS wireless remote (PAtENtED) (Fig. control FLOE vertical lifts come standard with FLOE’s will allow exclusive Easy-Level Leveling Leg. With the operation of the Easy-Level legs you can effortlessly raise,...
  • Page 15 FLOE tOOL kit drill (Fig. 26) to FLOE has provided a kit with four tools for use adjust. Each of with your VSD boat lift. the four legs ad- 1. Flush Style Grease Gun Tip (Fig. 27)

  • Page 16: Boat Lift Installation & Removal Options

    The weight installed and removed on a seasonal basis. FLOE of the boat and lift must be supported by the has several accessory options designed to make sand pads only.

  • Page 17: Float & Roll

    Float & Roll, or any of the lift accessories. To see a Float & Roll in use, view FLOE’s free marine DVD video, A Look Into FLOE Dock & Lift Systems, or watch it online at www.floeintl.com under “Boat Lift Accessories – Install/Removal.

  • Page 18: Determining Proper Width

    Fig. 37a - ideal bunk placement - Fig. 37b - Bunk height recommended Fig. 37c - Less desirable bunk for inboards - The bunks are spread placement - Ideally in the above Note that the bunks are spread out to the widest position on the boat hull.
  • Page 19 Fig. 37d ideal bunk placement. Note that the bunks are spread out to the widest position on the boat hull. They sit nicely into the contour of the hull and the keel has plenty of clearance above the main lift beam. If possible, this is the Fig.

  • Page 20: Determining Proper Height

    The four pairs of pads & tRi-tOONS support the pontoons in the front and rear. Four Specially designed for pontoon boats, FLOE’s guide-ins help you land the pontoon effortlessly. pontoon guide-in/bunk system provides excellent When lowering the bunks, ensure guide-ins are guidance for a craft entering the lift.

  • Page 21: Vertical Guide-In Selection & Adjustment

    SELECtiNg YOUR VERtiCAL PVC gUiDE-iNS Technically, two pairs of single guides would help safely guide the boat into the lift. However, FLOE recommends at least one pair of double guides WARNiNg for the lift’s entry because this style has two vertical guides mounted ahead of the lift structure.

  • Page 22: Boat Placement/Motor Stop

    The best way to boat. If this front over- determine this location for your particular craft, hang is more than is to log onto FLOE’s website, www.floeintl.com, A motor stop can help achieve 11-ft., or if the canopy correct location every time and and click on the Boat Lift Selector Program.
  • Page 23 If you do not know where your boat’s balance point is, consult your dealer. When determining balance point, the Boat Center rail Canopy main rail Lift Selector program on FLOE’s website, adjustment knob. adjustment bolt. www.floeintl.com, is a good starting point. Entire frame adjusts horizontally See Fig.

  • Page 24: Canopy Fabric Installation

    They can fabric is snug. Do not over extend as too much also be purchased from a FLOE boat lift dealer. pressure on the fabric can tear the seams or bend end hoops.

  • Page 25: Canopy Fabric Folding Instructions

    CANOPY FOLDiNg iNStRUCtiONS water could pass through the fabric. It is recommend that the canopy be kept taut using FLOE’s horizontal 1. Lay fabric tensioner and Quick-Clip with elastic tension canopy on belt system. A taut canopy fabric promotes water a clean, flat run-off and will minimize water penetration.

  • Page 26: Optional Canopy Lighting Package

    • If the lift receives wind damage or is moved or blown over by the wind, a full inspection (preferably by a trained FLOE dealer or other knowledgeable professional) must be completed before the lift is used. • Grease lift as outlined in this manual. See Fig. 71 on the following page.
  • Page 27 SiDE CRADLE LiFt BEAM PULLEYS Circles indicate pulley locations Fig 70 The side cradle lift beam pulley, which is a little more difficult to access can be seen in Fig. 69. It can still be checked from the open end of the Side Cradle beam by using a long pry bar or flat screwdriver Lift Beam...
  • Page 28 gREASiNg thE BALL-SCREW It is important to grease the ball-screw mechanism annually to prevent significant corrosion. The ball- screw must be greased immediately prior to winter storage. To grease the ball-screw, lower the lift bed completely. With the bed lowered, the grease fitting should be visible. It may be necessary to raise the lift slightly to align the grease fitting in the hole.
  • Page 29 Contact causing potential serious injury or death. your local dealer or FLOE International, Inc. WARNiNg WARNiNg Before removing the power unit, the cradle...

  • Page 30: Vsd Pre-Installation Check List

    Also, you probably would have heard the ball nut hitting the metal stop at the end of the screw. If either limit switch does not stop the lift correctly, contact your FLOE dealer and do not use the lift until the problem is corrected.

  • Page 43: Warranty & Registration

    TWO-YEAR pARTS AND LABOR WARRANTY FLOE International, Inc. will repair or replace, at their option, any portion of the lift system which fails as a result of a defect in material or workmanship during the first two years after the date of purchase. FLOE INTERNATIONAL, INC. reserves the right to inspect and perform repairs at its main facility (F.O.B.) McGregor, Minnesota.
  • Page 44 AdditionAl WArrAnty informAtion including Exclusions And oWnEr’s rights FLOE International, Inc. (manufacturer) will not be responsible for any costs incurred for, or as the result of, unauthorized repairs or improper assembly. Unau- thorized repairs may void the warranty on the repaired part(s). This warranty does not cover damage, malfunction or faulty operation resulting from overload, misuse, wind, storms, ice, salt/brackish water applications, negligence, being hit by watercraft of any kind and any other ‘Act of God’.
  • Page 45 Mcgregor, MN 55760-9514 WARRANtY REgiStRAtiON CARD NOtE: This card must be completed by the FLOE Retail Dealer or the customer and returned to FLOE INTERNATIONAL, INC. within *15 days of purchase, to validate warranty. Please affix proper postage before mailing. Please complete all information requested.
  • Page 46 PWC, BOAT & PONTOON LIFTS (Featuring FLOE’s exclusive Easy-Level™ leveling leg): polyethylene trailer body. It can haul and be towed by ATVs, and is With FLOE, you get a long-lasting, low-maintenance lift system. They are engineered great for yard work, hunting, camping, cabin travel, construction, with custom extruded aluminum components and stainless steel leveling cables.
  • Page 47 Thank you for purchasing a quality FLOE boat lift. Understanding the information in this manual should help you to keep your boat lift in optimal working condition for many years of worry-free enjoyment. Please take the time to record this important...
  • Page 48 Your authorized FLOE Dealer: FLOE INTERNATIONAL, INC. 48473 STATE HIGHWAY 65 • McGREGOR, MN 55760 218-426-3563 www.floeintl.com All material copyright © 2015 FLOE International, Inc. Unauthorized reproduction is strictly prohibited. Specifications subject to change without notice. P/N 500-90101-02 10/17...

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