AmeriGlide STRATOS VPL Installation & Service Manual

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STRATOS

VERTICAL

PLATFORM

LIFT WITH

ENCLOSURE

INSTALLATION

& SERVICE

MANUAL

25MAR2022 | 630-00147 C

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Page 1 STRATOS VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT WITH ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL 25MAR2022 | 630-00147 C...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Electrical Connection ........14 Battery Backup ..........16 INTRODUCTION .................. 5 Platform Connection ......... 16 Device Name: Ameriglide Stratos Installing a 90° Platform (If Necessary) ....17 with Enclosure Platform Lift ........ 5 Installing the Platform Control Guard Panel ..17 Read and Understand ..........
Page 4: Safety
If you do not understand any portion of the installation or operation procedures, please consult CAUTION Ameriglide's Support at 866-378-6648. Do not attempt to install or use this lift if you have Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, any hesitation or question.
Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION DEVICE NAME: CODE STATEMENT STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE The Ameriglide Stratos lift has been designed to PLATFORM LIFT meet ASME A18.1 “Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts” under section 2 or section 5 and has been certified to CAN/CSA-B44.1/ Indications of Use: The Ameriglide Stratos with ASME A17.5 “Elevator and Escalator Electrical...
Page 6: Requirements Under Asme A18.1
ASME A18.1 Safety Standards for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts under Section 2 or Section 5. The Ameriglide Stratos Vertical Platform Lift is to be installed according to all applicable codes in accordance with ASME A18.1 - which is the responsibility of the installer - ASME A17.5 and CAN/...
Page 7: Key Vertical Platform Lift Elements
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION KEY VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT ELEMENTS Dome (option) Lift Status Indicator Lights Bottom Door Frame Platform Top Landing Door (if specified) Ventilation System (option) Platform Controls Fixed Ramp 10. Panel (plexiglass shown) STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: Install Manual 25MAR2022 | 630-00147 C...
Page 8: Key Internal Vertical Platform Lift Elements
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION KEY INTERNAL VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT ELEMENTS 1. Manual Lowering Tool 2. Motor / Gearbox 3. ACME Screw 4. Batteries (if supplied) 5. Battery Charger and assembly (tray) (if supplied) (not shown) 6. Inverter (if supplied) 7.
Page 9: Preparation
If you have any questions, concerns or comments, • No. 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver please contact our LiftSquad Support at • Marking Implement 800-833-0478 or tech@Ameriglide.com. • 3/8" Nut Driver Bit (with 1.5" min reach) or 3/8" REQUIRED TOOLS AND socket, extension and ratchet HARDWARE •...
Page 10: Box Content
Inspect all of the boxes for damage or missing parts. If you see any damage contact the freight carrier to file a damage claim and contact Ameriglide. Verify the products match those described on the packing list attached to the exterior packaging.
Page 11: Concrete
The normal completed to ensure the mounting surface slope is about 1/8"-1/4" per foot to provide for the lift complies or exceeds Ameriglide’s adequate drainage. Steel shims should be used recommendation for the concrete slab. The size...
Page 12: Placing The Vpl
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 3 PREPARATION PLACING THE VPL Install these panels Use screws Depending on the height of the unit, it may from the side be shipped horizontal. You will need to stand of the VPL it up and place it where it will be fixed. If laying down, the tower is extremely heavy.
Page 13 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 3 PREPARATION Place the bolts through the tower side panels into the wall panels. See Figure 3-5. You may have to shim this side if a gap is at the bottom Enclosure alignment plate You may have to shim under here if gap is at the...
Page 14: Installation
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION SECTION 4 INSTALLATION NO HOISTWAY / NO FLOOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PENETRATION WARNING 1. Remove 5X front screws. Kill all power before making any electrical 2. Remove the plastic top cap by loosening the connections. four (4) side screws and lifting the top cap.
Page 15 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 4. Connect a temporary cord to a grounded 20A WARNING extension cord and route down through the back of the center wire channel to the bottom Verify that hot, neutral and ground conductors of the lift and out to a temporary 120V AC where the temporary power cord will connect are outlet.
Page 16: Battery Backup
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION BATTERY BACKUP PLATFORM CONNECTION 1. Place the platform on a support object strong 1. If equipped with a battery backup system. enough to handle the weight of the platform. Place two or four batteries on the battery Position the platform on the support located tray(s) and connect spade terminals to the near the bottom of the VPL.
Page 17: Installing A 90° Platform (If Necessary)
INSTALLING ENCLOSURE TOWER WALLS Your enclosed Stratos will come with a CAD certified drawing that was approved by Ameriglide and the customer. It will show how the unit should be fixed and what hardware should be used. 1. Place and shim (if necessary) the lowest front wall, the door frame and the tower-side walls on the door-side of the enclosure.
Page 18 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION other per the provided CAD drawing. Gate brackets These panels bolt together with Allen head Upper gate bolts and nyloc nuts. Some panels are (or door) threaded and others will require you to use a metal cylinder spacer.
Page 19 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 4. Whether the enclosure uses a fixed ramp or Adhere the Z97.1 labels on plexiglass after you have a pit, the next step is to adjust the installation. height of the doors to fit their thresholds. Pry them gently to the correct height with a piece NOTE: Note: Plexiglass comes cut to spec.
Page 20: Installing The Dome
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE DOME INSTALLING THE TOP LANDING GATE 1. The top panels of the enclosure will have a (IF NECESSARY) slotted bracket installed between the panel and the dome. NOTE: If the call send switch is installed in the gate, the The dome has threaded attachment points wires are routed between the gate and to the top of the that rest inside of the slots and a nut that is...
Page 21: Setting The Upper Limit Switch
OFF when in this mode. Circuits will automatically reset when the wiring is corrected. 10. Reinstall, gate post covers, and hole plugs. NOTE: Gates are field reversible (contact Ameriglide Technical Service for instructions). Figure 4-18 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE:...
Page 22: Call Stations
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION CALL STATIONS appropriate fasteners through four (4) holes in the back surface of the back cover. Check your state and local codes (ASME A18.1 7. If using an interlock or strike with doors by height to mount call-stations, 15"...
Page 23: Final Positioning And Anchoring
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION FINAL POSITIONING AND ANCHORING Anchor Anchor 79" of overhead clearance is required above the Anchor platform floor when the lift is at the upper landing. Position the lift in its final location. Anchor Verify that the tower front and sides are plumb and all running clearances are the proper dimensions.
Page 24: Final Installation
Verify that the shipping bolt was removed from the cable tensioning pulley and that the 3. If the unit is outside, Ameriglide recommends  pulley is hanging in the tower without hitting (weatherizing) the Stratos with enclosure unit.
Page 25: Permanent Power Installation
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION OPERATIONAL CHECK PERMANENT POWER INSTALLATION Upon installation and at scheduled intervals the operation of the VPL must be verified. Permanent power can be installed at various points in the overall installation process; however, it must NOTE: ASME A18.1-2017 requires that when the lift is be installed by a qualified electrical contractor in installed in commercial applications, operation checks...
Page 26: Operator Familiarization
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION OPERATOR FAMILIARIZATION Upon completion of the installation, it is imperative to review all contents of the Owner’s Manual with Junction Box the customer and provide a thorough demonstration and familiarization of the lift. Knockout In residential applications, this is should be conducted with the end-user and any or all of the following: the homeowner, family members,...
Page 27: Installation Quick Start
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 5 INSTALLATION QUICK START SECTION 5 INSTALLATION QUICK START SITE PREP VERIFY CLEARANCES:  Code Compliance  Platform opening to landing: 3/8" - 3/4"  Upper Landing  Guard panel to hoistway wall: 2" - 3" ...
Page 28: Troubleshooting
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING STATUS CODES This lift has several advanced safety systems that monitor various sensors, switches and the performance of the lift. To indicate the status of the VPL there are 4-LEDs located on the Top Cap of the tower.
Page 29 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING STATUS LED STATUS Amber Service is required. Flood Switch was activated. Amber Service is required. Lift travel time exceeded average. Amber Amber Service is required. Periodic maintenance limit reached. Amber Service is required. Service hour limit reached. Minor fault.
Page 30 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING STATUS LED STATUS Pit switch or OSG triggered. If pit switch, lift will not function until switch changes state. Service is required if it is the OSG switch. Any [Red] Lift will not function. Major Fault. Service is required. Lift out of service.
Page 31: Control Electronics
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTROL ELECTRONICS If the Indicator LEDs do not provide enough information to fully troubleshoot a potential issue it may be necessary to access the control electronics below the top cap of the tower. Access the control electronics by loosening seven (7) top cap screws, lifting the top cap, and unplugging the indicator board cable from control board.
Page 32: Control Board
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTROL BOARD The Control Board contains the processor, receives all of the sensor input, sends out all of the commands and provides important feedback for troubleshooting. It identifies each of the inputs and outputs on the Control Board.
Page 33 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING The control board has 32 LEDs to provide the status of power to the board and each circuit that is monitored. It shows the location and description of each LED. See Figure 6-4. 4X Bi-Color 3.3V Power LEDs 24V Power LEDs Indicator LEDs...
Page 34 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Down Button Green LED ON indicates the Down button in the cab control is being depressed. LED ON indicates the Service button is being depressed. Service mode is Service Green only entered after button is released. LED OFF indicates the safety nut switch circuit is open.
Page 35 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Top Lock Green LED ON indicates the Top Gate/Door lock is active. LED OFF indicates the Pit Switch (if equipped) or Over Speed Governor Pit Switch circuit is open. Major Fault. Pit switch and OSG share a circuit that Green (if equipped) normally closed.
Page 36 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING The control board has three (3) momentary switches and three (3) permanent cuttable switches/jumpers. See Figure 6-5. Brake Momentary Reset Momentary Switch Switch Service 3X Permanent Momentary Switch Cuttable Switches Figure 6-5 BRAKE MOMENTARY SWITCH This switch can be used to check brake operation and is recommended to be used in the emergency lowering procedure.
Page 37: Gearmotor
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SERVICE MOMENTARY SWITCH PERMANENT CUTTABLE JUMPERS The SERVICE switch should only be used during Three permanent cuttable jumpers are included installation and for service by authorized on the Control Board that allow the software technicians.
Page 38: Contactor Tray
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING CONTACTOR TRAY E-BRAKE RESISTOR The Contactor Tray contains other control The E-Brake resistor electronically slows the electronics wired to motor and control tray. motor quickly via eddy current braking. When both contactors are OFF the resistor essentially See Figure 6-6.
Page 39 STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Battery Charger 60A FUSE Between the positive leads of the batteries and Battery the inverter is an 60A fuse. This fuse protects the Check Relay batteries and is very unlikely to independently blow unless there is a short during install or service. BATTERY CHARGER Inverter The battery charger is 24V, 2A with 4-stage charge...
Page 40: Float Switch
STRATOS WITH ENCLOSURE: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING FLOAT SWITCH EMERGENCY LOWERING PROCEDURE If a float switch is present and the float switch is triggered for more than a minute, you will see a float WARNING switch indication (flashing #2 amber). Never exit an elevated platform unless it is fully After 25-trips or 2-weeks in time, the unit will go into parked at a landing.
Page 41 WARNING Manual Override Wait for a Ameriglide dealer to service and inspect the lift prior to using it again. Figure 6-9 Use use the provided 1/4" socket with a 3/8" ratchet or a cordless drill. Power the drill in the forward direction - rotating clockwise to lower the platform.
Page 42: Maintenance & Inspection
(especially in coastal areas), but with proactive maintenance or quick repair, this • Check for standing water around the unit. can be minimized. Ameriglide recommends (weatherizing) the unit to prevent this from • Make sure the AC connections are in good occurring.
Page 43: Maintenance Schedule
If there is an sensors easy-to-remove obstruction, please remove it. If for any reason the safety pan does not move RECOMMENDED ANNUALLY as intended, please contact Ameriglide Tech services. • Replace batteries (if equipped) • Check and ensure that all labels are intact and legible.
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