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- Page 1 VL1250 (2 X 4 LEG) VERTICAL LIFT INSTRUCTIONS REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION MARINE PRODUCTS BUFFALO, NY P/N 6112128 11/25/20...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER TITLE PAGE SAFETY ............................1 Introduction ............................ 1 Safety Definitions ........................... 1 Equipment Safety Labels ........................ 1 Equipment And Personnel Safety ....................1 Installation Safety ........................... 2 Operating Safety ..........................2 1.6.1 General ............................2 1.6.2 Safety When Raising the Boat ...................... - Page 3 Frame Assembly Plumb and Squaring Diagram ................10 Cable Reeving & Adjustment ......................11 Handwheel Mounting........................12 Winch Cable Reeving ........................13 Stationary Bunk Assembly ......................14 Wire Rope Component ........................19 Platform Assembly......................... 24 Complete Lift Assembly ........................ 25 RGC MARINE PRODUCTS PHONE: (716) 895-1156...
- Page 4 PRE-LIFTING CHECKLIST The lift and related equipment must be thoroughly inspected prior to each use. Only those who have read and understood this entire manual and related equipment manuals are qualified to do this inspection. This checklist is to be used as a guideline in conjunction with the maintenance and inspection procedures outlined in this manual.
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Page 5: Safety
DO NOT OPERATE THIS LIFT WITHOUT STUDYING THIS ENTIRE MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN LEAD TO EQUIPMENT MISUSE WITH RESULTING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE. CONTACT YOUR RGC MARINE DEALER IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. 1.2 SAFETY DEFINITIONS A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others or cause property damage. -
Page 6: Installation Safety
WARNING: DO NOT STAND OR WALK ON THE PLATFORM WHILE IT IS IN ANY RAISED POSITION. THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Do not allow anyone to swim or play under, near or on the lift at any time. 1.5 INSTALLATION SAFETY Ensure that all bolts and nuts are fastened securely prior to operation. -
Page 7: Safety When Raising The Boat
11. Contact your dealer if the winch mechanism fails to perform as described in the Operation chapter of this manual. 12. Never tamper with the winch mechanism. This can cause equipment damage. 13. Do not operate the lift under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. 14. -
Page 8: Specifications
2 VL1250 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 TECHNICAL DATA MODEL VL1250 Weight Capacity 1250 lbs. Maximum Beam 65” Lifting Height* 75” Overall Width (Including Feet) 73” Overall Length (Including Feet) 82-3/4” 6’ Stationary Bunks Std. S.S. Aircraft Cable Std. Polymer Sheaves Std. Hand Winch w/ 30” Wheel Std. -
Page 9: Optional Equipment
2.3 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT The following options are available which enable you to customize your lift for your particular operation. Installation instructions are provided as part of each option kit. Acrylic Canopy— Boats tucked neatly under the heavy duty canopy are protected from the elements, reducing the need for boat coverings. -
Page 10: Installation And Setup
3 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 3.1 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKS Do not assemble the lift if any part shows any sign of damage. Do not weld or otherwise modify the lift. Such alterations may weaken the structural integrity of the lift and void the warranty. -
Page 11: Vertical Leg Assembly
Figure 3-1. Lift / Dock Placement Options 3.3 VERTICAL LEG ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 3-2. Fasten an extension leg (1) onto each of the foot plates (2) using supplied hardware. Insert these subassemblies into the bottoms of each of the vertical legs A, B, C, and D. Connect the extension legs to the vertical legs with supplied hardware. -
Page 12: Assemble Lifting Platform To Frame
3.4 ASSEMBLE LIFTING PLATFORM TO FRAME Refer to Figure 3-3. Ensure all platform (5) fastenings are tight before mounting onto the frame. Identify the A-D spreader tube on the platform. Lift the A-D frame side (3) and position it along an A-D spreader tube side of the platform. Place a platform corner onto each of the foot plates so that the frame side stands. -
Page 13: Front & Rear Horizontal Tube Assembly
Refer to Figure 3-4. Fasten a horizontal tube (6) across each end to connect the two frame sides using hardware shown. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Install the four 2 x 4 plastic caps (16) provided onto the tops of the four vertical legs and the two 1-1/2 x 3 plastic caps (17) in the ends of the horizontal tube on the A-D frame side. -
Page 14: Platform Reeving And Adjustment
Figure 3-5. Frame Assembly Plumb & Squaring Table 3.5 PLATFORM REEVING AND ADJUSTMENT Position the platform near the bottom end of its lifting range. Ensure the platform is level. Refer to Figure 3-6. The platform load and spreader tubes are already reeved. Fasten the cable end loops to the lower tube provided on each of the frame sides. -
Page 15: Cable Reeving & Adjustment
CAUTION: WEAR HEAVY LEATHER GLOVES WHEN HANDLING WIRE ROPE. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. CAUTION: DO NOT “JAM TIGHT” THESE LOWER CABLE ANCHORS OR YOU WILL COLLAPSE THE ALUMUNUM TUBE. Insert the threaded cable stud into the corresponding holes in the tube at top of legs ‘B’, ‘C’ & ‘D’. Install only one bronze nut (N) on each stud at this time. -
Page 16: Handwheel And Winch Assembly
3.6 HANDWHEEL AND WINCH ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 3-7. Attach winch assembly (8) to vertical leg “A” using backer plate (7), the two-hole plate (25) and the hardware shown. Attach the winch guide sheave assembly (26) to the leg as shown. Note;... -
Page 17: Reeving The Winch
3.7 REEVING THE WINCH CAUTION: WEAR HEAVY LEATHER GLOVES WHEN HANDLING WIRE ROPE. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Refer to Figures 3-6 Detail A, and 3-8. Place the cable through the winch guide sheave assembly as shown. Reeve the cut end of cable over the top of winch drum and insert cable thru hole in drum side flange. -
Page 18: Stationary Bunk Assembly
3.8 STATIONARY BUNK ASSEMBLY Refer to figure 3-9. Attach left hand (14) and right hand (15) bunk mounting brackets to carpeted bunk (13) using hardware (D, J, K & L) as shown. Position bunk assemblies such that watercraft remains centered on lifting platform load tubes. Set distance between bunks to fit hull of water craft, (measure trailer bunk location as a reference, if available). -
Page 19: Moving Lift To Operating Position
3.9 MOVING LIFT TO OPERATING POSITION The following precautions must be observed when moving your lift for any reason: Be sure of your footing. Bend your knees and lift with your legs. Hold the lift section close to your body when lifting. After moving your lift to the operating position, ensure that the frame is square and that the lift sets level. -
Page 20: Operation
4 OPERATION 4.1 BEFORE OPERATING THE LIFT Read and know the instructions and ensure that everyone understands the proper operating procedure. If using a power drive, understand the use of all controls and connections provided with it. Follow the Pre-Lifting Checklist before operating. Do not use the lift if it shows any signs of damage. -
Page 21: Raising And Lowering The Platform
Contact your authorized dealer if the winch mechanism fails to perform as described in this section. Do NOT tamper with the winch mechanism. 4.3 RAISING AND LOWERING THE PLATFORM Raise the platform by turning the handwheel clockwise. The self-activating brake mechanism will hold the platform at any desired height. -
Page 22: Inspection And Maintenance
5 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE RULES Do not allow persons other than authorized service personnel to repair this equipment. Do not weld or otherwise modify the lift. Such alterations may weaken the structural integrity of the lift and invalidate your warranty. -
Page 23: Annual Inspection
Figure 5-1. Wire Rope Components Reduction of more than 1/64 inch from a nominal 5/16-inch or less diameter cable. Reduction of more than 1/32 inch from a nominal 3/8-inch to 1/2-inch diameter cable. 5.3 ANNUAL INSPECTION At least once a year, the lift must be thoroughly inspected using the following procedure. WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW ANYBODY TO USE THE LIFT UNTIL THIS MAINTENANCE IS COMPLETED. -
Page 24: Storage Procedure
5.5 STORAGE PROCEDURE Position boat on platform so the lower unit of the motor is against the optional motor stop (if used). A boat that has water in it from a rain storm could exceed the recommended weight capacity for the lift. Just 1 gallon of water weighs over 8 pounds. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
6 TROUBLESHOOTING The following chart is intended to assist with troubleshooting your vertical lift. While not all inclusive, the chart outlines the most common causes of a problem and the recommended course of action. SYMPTOM CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION Winch resists platform raising. Winch has been reeved incorrectly—winch must turn clockwise to raise platform. - Page 26 Lowering operation triggers a “freewheeling” of the Winch has been reeved incorrectly—winch must turn handwheel. counterclockwise to lower the platform. See Section 3.7. Unauthorized brake pawl release has occurred—do not try to correct this yourself. Contact your authorized dealer immediately. WARNING: NEVER RELEASE THE BRAKE PAWL OF THE WINCH.
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Page 27: Parts List
HANDWHEEL SPINNER KNOB ASSEMBLY 3703142 CABLE CLAMP KIT 3611419 VL1250 STATIONARY BUNK ASSEMBLY 3611807 LEFT HAND VL1250 BUNK MOUNTING ANGLE 3611814 RIGHT HAND VL1250 BUNK MOUNTING ANGLE 6403794 CAP PLASTIC 2 X 4 X 1/8 6403795 1-1/2 X 3 PLASTIC CAP... -
Page 28: Platform Assembly
Figure 7-1 Platform Assembly... -
Page 29: Complete Lift Assembly
Figure 7-2 Complete Lift Assembly... - Page 30 Marine Products RGC Marine products, hereafter referred to as the “Manufacturer”, extends this limited warranty to the original purchaser of this product. The original purchaser, hereinafter referred to as the “Buyer”, is defined as the first legal owner of this product other than an authorized distributor or dealer who has bought the product from the Manufacturer for resale to the public.
- Page 31 E. NO LIABILITY IN EXCESS OF PURCHASE PRICE IN NO EVENT SHALL THE MANUFACTURER’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. F. NO EXTENSION OF STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS ANY REPAIRS PERFORMED UNDER EITHER OF THESE WARRANTIES SHALL NOT IN ANY WAY EXTEND THE TWO-YEAR AND FIFTEEN-YEAR STATUTES OF LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
- Page 32 Damage under conditions caused by fire or accident, by abuse or negligence, by improper installation, by misuse, by incorrect operation, by “normal wear and tear”, by improper adjustment or alteration, by alterations not done by the Manufacturer, or by failure of product parts from such alterations. Costs of repairing damage caused by poor or improper maintenance, costs of normally scheduled maintenance, or the cost of replacing any parts unless done as the result of a repair covered by your two-year limited warranty.
- Page 33 COMMERCIAL PRODUCT PROVISIONS II. ARTICLE II—COMMERCIAL PRODUCT PROVISIONS: THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS SHALL BE APPLICABLE ONLY IF THIS PRODUCT IS BEING PURCHASED SOLELY FOR COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL USE. IF THIS PRODUCT IS BEING PURCHASED FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY OR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES, THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS ARTICLE II SHALL NOT BE APPLICABLE AND THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE I ABOVE SHALL APPLY.
- Page 34 H. PROCEDURE FOR WARRANTY PERFORMANCE If the product fails to perform to the Manufacturer’s specifications, the Buyer must contact the dealer from whom the product was purchased. The Buyer must provide the dealer with the applicable model and serial numbers, the date of purchase, and the nature of the problem.
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