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- Page 1 VL16xxx(T)-VL50xxx(T), VL60124SR, VL60124TSR VERTICAL LIFT INSTRUCTIONS (Applies to P/N’s 3616101, 3616106, 3650245, 3660248, 3689310, 3689322, 3689420, 3689503, 3689606, 3691101) REIMANN & GEORGER CORPORATION MARINE PRODUCTS BUFFALO, NY P/N 6115000 10/20/20...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Annual Winch Maintenance......................23 Storage Procedure .......................... 24 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................25 PARTS LISTS ..........................27 Lifts ..............................27 Bundles ............................28 Hardware ............................29 Winch ............................31 Handwheel Cartons ........................32 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ..................34 RGC MARINE PRODUCTS PHONE: 1-800-831-5438... - Page 3 LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE DESCRIPTION PAGE Typical Product Nameplate ......................4 Vertical Lift Frame & Platform Assembly ..................7 Lift/Dock Placement Options ......................7 Vertical Leg Assembly ........................8 Frame Side Assembly ........................9 Platform Assembly—Top View ..................... 10 Frame Squaring Assembly/Table ....................11 Lower Diagonal Brace Assembly ....................
- 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
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THIS LIFT WITHOUT STUDYING THIS ENTIRE MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN LEAD TO EQUIPMENT MISUSE WITH RESULTING DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. 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 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. Ensure the pulleys spin freely. If any pulley binds, replace it immediately. Do not weld or otherwise modify the lift.
- Page 7 13. Do not operate the lift under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. 14. Never use the lift to hang or store any auxiliary equipment such as boating hardware. 1.6.2 Safety When Raising the Boat The handwheel or power drive must turn clockwise when raising the platform. The brake pawl must click, indicating that the brake is operative.
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Page 8: Specifications
2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 TECHNICAL DATA Weight Maximum Overall Overall Minimum Shipping Maximum Standard Model Capacity lifting height length (in, width (in, platform weight Beam (in) Winch (lbs) (in)* incl. feet) incl. feet) height (in) (lbs) 1600 Not included VL16065 VL16065T 1600 Not included VL20100... -
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: Prior To Setup
3.2 PRIOR TO SETUP The part reference numbers and letters used in the subassembly drawings of sections 3.3 through 3.9 are the same as those shown in Figure 3-1 and listed in the parts lists of Chapter 7. Figure 3-1. Vertical Lift Frame &... -
Page 12: Vertical Leg Assembly
3.3 VERTICAL LEG ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 3-3. Fasten an extension leg onto each of the foot plates using supplied hardware. Insert these subassemblies into the bottoms of each of the vertical legs A, B, C, and D. Adjust the leg height according to water depth: the deeper the legs are in the water, the higher the vertical legs should be mounted onto the extension legs. -
Page 13: Frame Side Assembly
3.4 FRAME SIDE ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 3-4. Fasten a pair of short horizontal tubes between vertical legs A and D with hardware shown. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Repeat the procedure for vertical legs B and C. Lay the assembled sides down on the ground with the foot plates facing one another and aligned, about 9 feet apart. Square the side assemblies by adjusting the verticals to achieve the same measured distance between them at both top and bottom. -
Page 14: Platform Assembly
3.5 PLATFORM ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 3-5. Position both load tubes and spreader tubes on the ground as shown in the diagram. Carefully remove the 5/8” hex nut and washers, if supplied, from each end of both spreader tubes, but DO NOT remove the bolts from the tubes. -
Page 15: Mounting The Platform To The Frame
3.6 MOUNTING THE PLATFORM TO THE FRAME Ensure all platform fastenings are tight before mounting onto the frame. Lift one of the frame sides and position it along a spreader tube side of the platform. Place a platform corner onto each of the foot plates so that the frame side stands. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the other side of the lift. -
Page 16: Mounting The Lower Diagonal Braces
3.7 MOUNTING THE LOWER DIAGONAL BRACES Position a lower diagonal brace on the inside of vertical leg “B” as shown in Figure 3-7. Loosely fasten with hardware shown. Position the opposite end to align with the hole on the plate of the long horizontal tube as shown. Fasten with hardware shown. -
Page 17: Platform Reeving And Adjustment
3.8 PLATFORM REEVING AND ADJUSTMENT Position the platform near the bottom end of its lifting range. Ensure the platform is level. Refer to Figure 3-8. The load and spreader tubes are already reeved. Fasten the cable end loops to the bracket provided at the bottom of each of the four vertical legs. -
Page 18: Winch/Handwheel Mounting - R18Lt
3.9 WINCH/HANDWHEEL MOUNTING - R18 LT WINCH Refer to Figure 3-9. Clamp winch to vertical leg “A”. Mount the winch such that any optional canopy cover will not interfere with removing and replacing the winch cover. Attach the handwheel to the winch adapter plate. Install handwheel adapter on input shaft. Make sure bronze washer is between the saw tooth plate and the handwheel adapter. -
Page 19: Winch/Handwheel Mounting - Lorenz
3.10 WINCH/HANDWHEEL MOUNTING – LORENZ WINCH Refer to Figure 3-10. Clamp winch to vertical leg “A”. Mount the winch such that any optional canopy cover will not interfere with removing and replacing the winch cover. Attach the handwheel to the winch adapter plate. Install handwheel adapter on input shaft. Install flat washer and hex bolt to retain handwheel onto winch. -
Page 20: Reeving The Winch
3.11 REEVING THE WINCH 3.11.1 R18 LT WINCH Refer to Figure 3-11. Remove the top and bottom guards from the winch housing by removing the (4) ¼ -20 pan head screws. Position the winch drum so that the set screw faces at a 90 angle or perpendicular to, the vertical leg “A”. Starting from the bottom of winch, reeve the cut end of cable between the cable guide roller assembly, and up the backside of winch. - Page 21 3.11.2 LORENZ WINCH Refer to Figure 3-12. Position the winch drum so that the cable clamp screw is aligned with the side access hole. Starting from the bottom of winch, reeve the cut end of cable into the cable mount hole in the drum. Keep the cable flush with the drum wall.
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Page 22: Mounting Extreme Max To Lorenz Winch
3.12 MOUNTING EXTREME MAX DRIVE TO LORENZ WINCH Refer to Figure 3-13 and to manufacturer’s installation instructions provided with the drive. A 3/8” hole may need to be drilled in the front of the winch to accommodate the mounting of the Extreme Max torque arm. DRILL Ø... -
Page 23: Moving Lift To Operating Position
3.13 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 24: Operation
4 OPERATION 4.1 BEFORE OPERATING THE LIFT Read and know the instructions and ensure that everyone understands the proper operating procedure. When 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 25: 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 26: 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. If slings are used, inspect them for deterioration. Replace them immediately if they are worn. Do not weld or otherwise modify the lift. Such alterations may weaken the structural integrity of the lift and invalidate your warranty. -
Page 27: Annual Inspection
Figure 5-1. Wire Rope Components Heat damage: Evidence of any heat damage caused by a torch or by contact with electrical wires. 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. -
Page 28: Storage Procedure
WARNING: AFTER EVERY WINCH MAINTENANCE, TEST THE WINCH MECHANISM AS DESCRIBED IN CHAPTER 4 BEFORE LETTING ANYONE USE THE LIFT. 5.5 STORAGE PROCEDURE CAUTION: DO NOT STORE THE LIFT IN THE WATERWAY IF FREEZING TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED. THIS WILL CAUSE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. Position boat on platform so the lower unit of the motor is against the optional motor stop (if used). -
Page 29: 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 30 Boat shifts position when operating the lift. Boat is not properly secured on the lift—failure to properly secure boat can cause equipment damage and/or serious personal injury. Lowering operation triggers a “freewheeling” of the Winch has been reeved incorrectly—winch must turn handwheel.
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Page 31: Parts Lists
7 PARTS LISTS Each reference number or letter in the following parts lists can be matched with the reference number or letter referred to in both the text and illustrations of Chapter 3, Installation and Setup. WARNING: FAILURE TO APPLY A SUITABLE LUBRICANT TO THE MATING SURFACES OF STAINLESS STEEL THREADED FASTENERS MAY CAUSE GALLING AND/OR SEIZING OF ASSEMBLY. -
Page 32: Bundles
7.2 BUNDLES 7.2.1 Bundle 1 Ref. Description VL FOOT PLATE ASSY (9x14-1/4) VL LOWER DIAGONAL BRACKET FORMED VL VERTICAL LEG (A) VL VERTICAL LEG (B) VL VERTICAL LEG (C) VL VERTICAL LEG (D) 7.2.2 Bundle 2 of 2 (except VL60124SR and VL60124TSR) Ref. -
Page 33: Hardware
7.3 –HARDWARE 7.3.1 – 3619404 HARDWARE CARTON OF PARTS, VL16xxx(T)-45xxx(T) Ref. Part Number Description 3629961 VL LEG PIN SET (4 LEG PINS, 4 COTTER PINS) 6403794 PLASTIC CAP – 2 X 4 BLACK 6403795 PLASTIC CAP – 1-1/2 X 3 BLACK 3619502 4 PKGS VL CORNER HARDWARE BAG OF BOLTS (SEE 7.3.1.1) - Page 34 7.3.3 – 3619407 HARDWARE CARTON OF PARTS, VL50124TSR09 Ref. Part Number Description 3629961 VL LEG PIN SET (4 LEG PINS, 4 COTTER PINS) 6403794 PLASTIC CAP – 2 X 4 BLACK 3619505 4 PKGS CORNER HARDWARE BAG OF BOLTS (SEE 7.3.3.1) 3606541 1 PKG VL CABLE HARDWARE (SEE 7.3.1.2)
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Page 35: Winch
WINCH 7.4.1 3704983 CW R18LT W/ MOUNTING HARDWARE Ref. Part Number Description CW R18LT WINCH 3701501 R18 BRAKE RATCHET – 10 TOOTH 3709047 R18 PAWL ASSEMBLY 5805936 R18 PAWL SPRING 3705916 R18 PAWL SPACER 5100601 7/8” ID BRONZE THRUST BEARING 6703833 4”... -
Page 36: Handwheel Cartons
HANDWHEEL CARTONS (NOT INCLUDED) 7.5.1 3703812 VL HANDWHEEL 4’ CARTON Ref. Part Number Description 3703803 VL HANDWHEEL 4’ HANDWHEEL MOUNTING BAG OF BOLTS R18 3703800 CONSISTING OF: 5896217 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 CARRIAGE BOLT 5840103 3/8-16 LOCKNUT NYLOCK ALUM 5896400 1/2” WASHER SAE SS 5896192 1/2-20 ACORN NUT 5806244... - Page 37 Figure 7-1 Complete Lift Assembly *VL50124(T) uses bolt X instead of bolt J.
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Page 38: Limited Product Warranty
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 39 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 40 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. Costs of modifying the product in any way once delivered to the Buyer, even if such modifications were added as a production change on other products made after the Buyer’s product was built.
- Page 41 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 42 I. PREAPPROVAL OF LABOR COSTS All labor costs related to a dealer’s performance of the warranty obligations under this limited warranty must be pre- approved by Reimann & Georger Corp. Marine Products. J. EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Equipment which has been abused, damaged, used beyond rated capacity, or which is damaged or has defects caused by repairs or service completed by persons other than authorized service personnel.
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