Savaria Infinity Planning Manual page 3

Purpose of this guide
This planning guide is designed to assist architects, contractors and lift professionals in planning for an
Infinity/Infinity HD Residential Elevator to meet the requirements of the following codes:
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44 2000, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44 2004, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1 2004, Addendum 2005, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44 2007, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44, Addendum 2008, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44 2010, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1/CSA B44 2013, Section 5.3
• ASME A17.1 1996, Part 5
We strongly recommend that you contact the code authority having jurisdiction in the area where the lift
will be installed to become familiar with all the legal requirements governing the installation and use of lifts
in commercial applications. It is extremely important for you to know and adhere to all regulations
pertaining to the installation and use of lifts.
How to use this guide
1 Determine your client's intended use of the lift.
2 Determine the local code requirements.
3 Determine the site installation parameters.
4 Determine the cab type and hoistway size requirements.
NOTE: If the Infinity/Infinity HD also has Auto Slim Doors, do not refer to the tables on pages 6 and 7; refer
instead to Appendix A.
5 Plan for machine room and electrical requirements.
History
January 10, 2011 - Initial release
February 23, 2011
• Added note to step 4 above, under "How to use this guide"
• Added "Auto slim doors" to "Options" in specification table on page 5
• Added IMPORTANT note on page 10 and pages 12 through 23
• Condensed drawings to two per page to reduce book size (pages 12 through 23)
• Added Appendix A with Auto Slim Doors planning information
April 19, 2011 - Updated Auto Slim Door entrance assembly and elevation drawings in Appendix A
August 12, 2011 - Revised Auto Slim Door entrance assembly drawings in Appendix A
September 15, 2011 - Revised Auto Slim Door entrance assembly drawings in Appendix A
August 30, 2012 - Revised Auto Slim Door elevation and plan view drawings in Appendix A
November 6, 2012 - Added door recommendation on page 31
July 9, 2013 - Added Noise Level to specifications table on page 5
March 12, 2014 - Revised specifications table on page 5
November 5, 2014 - Revised Applicable Codes on page 3
December 9, 2014 - Revised all drawings on pages 12 to 23 and in Appendix A on pages 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, and 56
May 25, 2015 - Revised tables on page 42
August 7, 2015 - Added COP and Hall Call dimensions on pages 43 and 44
August 31, 2015 - Revised load capacity in specs table on page 5
September 24, 2015 - Added Daily Cycle to specs table on page 5
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This Planning Guide provides nominal dimensions and specifications useful for the initial planning of a
project. Before beginning actual construction, make sure you have the installation (shop) drawings
customized with specifications and dimensions for your specific project.
Lift configurations and dimensions are in accordance with our interpretation of the standards set forth by
the codes listed on the front cover of this Planning Guide. Please consult Savaria or the authorized Savaria
dealer in your area for more specific information pertaining to your project, including any discrepancy
between referenced standards and those of any local codes or laws.
The dimensions and specifications in this Planning Guide are subject to change (without notice) due to
product enhancements and continually evolving codes and product applications.
Visit our website www.savaria.com for the most current Infinity drawings and dimensions.
Part No. 000783, 24-m09-2015 Infinity and Infinity HD Planning Guide
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