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VRC INSTALLATION, OPERATION
AND SERVICE MANUAL
Model – PKG
1058 West Industrial Road • Guthrie, OK 73044-1058
888-811-9876 • 405-282-5200 • www.autoquip.com
Item# 830PKG
Version 3
August, 2023
800.811.9876

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  • Page 1 VRC INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL Model – PKG 1058 West Industrial Road • Guthrie, OK 73044-1058 888-811-9876 • 405-282-5200 • www.autoquip.com Item# 830PKG Version 3 August, 2023 800.811.9876...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ....................1 Contact Information ..............................................1 Code Requirements/Compliance .......................................... 1 Important ................................................... 1 Identification ................................................2 Inspection ................................................... 2 Modifications ................................................2 Responsibility of Owners/Users ..............3 Inspection & Maintenance ............................................3 Removal from Service ............................................. 3 Repairs ..................................................3 Operators ..................................................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    OPERATORS - Please read and understand this manual prior to operation of this VRC. Failure to do so could lead to property damage and/or serious personal injury. Situations may arise which are not covered in this manual. If you have questions, please contact Autoquip Customer Service (see 1.1 Contact...

  • Page 4: Identification

    48 hours. DO NOT destroy the crating while opening it to inspect the contents. If damage is suspected or found, report it directly to the carrier. DO NOT contact Autoquip Corporation!! All shipments are FOB from the Autoquip plant. Any claims for damage must be filed with the carrier.

  • Page 5: Responsibility Of Owners/Users

    Do not allow any portion of the load to overhang the perimeter of the carriage. • Verify all safety devices are operational and in place. 2.7 Modifications or Alterations Modifications or alterations to this equipment may be made only with written permission of Autoquip. Unauthorized modification or alteration will void warranty. 800.811.9876...

  • Page 6: Safety

    • Never operate unit when parts are broken or damaged! Do not operate this equipment when non-factory approved or damaged parts are in use! Contact local representative to rectify all such situations or contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information). •...
  • Page 7 Please read and understand this manual prior to installation or operation of this lift. Failure to do so could lead to property damage and/or serious personal injury. • Do not modify lift. Autoquip cannot foresee and is not responsible for injury or damage which results from unauthorized modifications or misuse of lift. •...
  • Page 8 NOTICE • The control panel instructions are in the controller manual sent with the order. These are required for installation. • The “Bill of Lading” will state the number of pieces shipped. TWO ITEMS MAY BE BANDED TOGETHER AND COUNT AS ONE PIECE. •...

  • Page 9: Safety Features

    WARNING Slack chain/cables require factory help! Do not attempt to repair slack chain/cable conditions alone! Always contact the local representative or Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information). Slack Chain/cable Sensor The slack chain/cable sensor is located on the cam lock above the carriage. The carriage holds the chain/cable in constant tension.
  • Page 10 Safety Interlocks/Latches-Gates or Doors (where applicable) These are electro/mechanical devices that prevent operation of the VRC when the gates or doors are left open on any level. They also prevent the gates or doors from being opened at any level unless the carriage is in place at that floor level.

  • Page 11: Safety Labels

    3.3 Safety Labels i WARNING To protect against death or serious injury, all labels must be on lift and must be legible. If any of these labels are missing or cannot be read, contact Autoquip for replacement labels (see 1.1 Contact Information).
  • Page 12 DANGER, THIS DOOR MUST BE CLOSED…. 36405680 WARNING, NO RIDERS 36405705 WARNING, NO RIDERS 36404093 WARNING, DO NOT DISASSEMBLE MOTOR/GEAR… 36405110 WARNING, DO NOT TAMPER w/ THIS SAFETY DEVICE 36405695 DANGER, ARC FLASH, SHOCK 36430303 AUTOQUIP SERIAL NUMBER NAME PLATE 36401570 800.811.9876...
  • Page 13 3 - 36405705 1 – 36405670 2 - 36405680 5 - 36405110 4 – 36404093 6 - 36405695 7 – 36430303 8 – 36401570 800.811.9876...

  • Page 14: Installation

    VRC’s. Acquaint yourself with the permitting and/or licensing requirements (and expenses) of the local regulatory agencies. Note: some agencies may require inspection or testing before and/or after lift start-up. Contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) with any questions you may have concerning VRC code requirements.

  • Page 15: Equipment Layout

    It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the installation meet these requirements, regardless of who (manufacturer, customer, architect, general contractor, etc.) provides the doors/gates and means of enclosure. Consult Autoquip whenever there is a question as to whether the gate & enclosure installation meets ASME B20.1.

  • Page 16: Clean-Up & Hand-Off

    (see 3.3 Safety Labels), and per any instructions shipped separately with the gate interlock kits. Contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) if labels appear to be missing or damaged. 3. Train key personnel on the operation of the system and all safety features and procedures by referencing the corresponding sections in this manual.

  • Page 17: Laying Out Lift Position & Marking Floors For Alignment

    4.9 Laying Out Lift Position & Marking Floors for Alignment The following illustrates how to lay out and mark the reference lines so that the lift will clear the upper landing(s) and any obstructions that may be located around the lift. The General Arrangement (GA) Record Drawings should indicate the necessary clearance needed for the specific application.
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  • Page 19: Mechanical Installation Details

    4.10 Mechanical Installation Details 1. Use only the hardware supplied by the Manufacturer to assemble the lift. This hardware is often high grade, some hardware is metric. 2. Use only the carriage lifting equipment and attachment hardware supplied by the Manufacturer. 3.
  • Page 20 2. Install the (4) guide angle brackets onto the carriage. NOTICE They must be located in the same corners as the guide angles in the lower frame section. There are (2) on top and (2) on bottom of the carriage. The guide angles can be installed before or after the carriage is placed in the frame.
  • Page 21 3. Install the carriage into the lower frame, making sure the carriage is aligned with the door and guide angles. It will rest on the maintenance stops. 800.811.9876...
  • Page 22 4. Install the hoist into the upper frame. 800.811.9876...
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  • Page 24 5. Install any intermediate frames and the top frame. Verify that the vertical guide angles are aligned and a surface transition of 1/16” or less exists for the carriage to run smoothly between sections. 800.811.9876...

  • Page 25: Bracing The Frame

    The special materials for anchoring and bracing of the lift and gates are not the responsibility of Autoquip. NOTE: For all field welding of braces, use ¼ inch fillet – all around.
  • Page 26 2. Lag the lower frames to the floor using four (4), 1/2-13 bolts – sized to withstand the pull-out force specified on the GA drawing (when applicable). NOTE: Recommended concrete anchor bolts are: HILTI “Kwik-Bolt”, Molly Parabolt or similar. 800.811.9876...

  • Page 27: Electrical Installation Details

    NEC requirements throughout the electrical installation process. Autoquip typically provides all the electrical control and signal devices. All required wire, conduit, and main disconnect for field wiring is supplied by others. Unless specifically included in the contract, the mounting and wiring of control and signal devices is the user’s responsibility.
  • Page 28 THIS ITEM IS NOT SUPPLIED BY AUTOQUIP AND IS REQUIRED BY THE NEC (National Electrical Code.) MAIN CONTROL PANEL: This panel is supplied and shipped loose by Autoquip, then mounted & wired by others. All electrical components will be tied into this panel.

  • Page 29: Installing Sensing Switches

    4.13 Installing Sensing Switches i DANGER Never go under lift carriage until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in raised position with maintenance devices (see 6.2 Maintenance Blocking Instructions). i WARNING Ensure one “WARNING – Do Not Tamper” label is adjacent to (within 6-12 inches) each sensing device (limit switches, door status switches, door interlocks, etc.) in a location that is visible to the operator.

  • Page 30: Slack Chain Sensing Switch Kit And Locking Cams

    4.13.2 Slack Chain/cable Sensing Switch Kit and Locking Cams This kit has been shipped loose to be field mounted, wired, and adjusted per the procedure below. The switch is intended to turn off the motor when chain/cable tension is lost and an engaged locking cam is sensed.
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  • Page 32 4. Once the limit switch is installed, raise the carriage just off the maintenance legs so the carriage is hanging from the chain/cable, adjust the limit switch arm position so that the limit switch contacts are just held closed when the lifting chain/cable is in tension and the locking cam is in the running position.

  • Page 33: Level Limit Switch Kits

    4.13.3 Level Limit Switch Kits 2. Secure the limit switch assembly to the provided mounting plate in a manner that allows the limit switch to strike the carriage as shown below. 3. The lower limit switch should prevent the carriage from resting on the maintenance legs. This ensures the hoist maintains tension on the carriage.

  • Page 34: Over-Travel Limit Switch Kit

    4.13.4 Over-Travel Limit Switch Kit 1. Locate and mount the switch in the strut channel approximately 2 inches above the upper-level limit switch kit. 2. Follow OSHA electrical lock-out/tag-out procedures. Disconnect and tag all electrical and/or other power sources to prevent an unplanned or unexpected actuation of the lift. i DANGER Turn off the power and lock out the power at the primary power disconnect switch before service or maintenance per OSHA Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures.

  • Page 35: Test Run (Empty)

    4.14 Test Run (Empty) i DANGER Never go under lift carriage until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in lowered position with maintenance devices. (see 6.2 Maintenance Blocking Instructions). 1. Check that hoist and chain/cable are properly connected to the top frame and to the carriage. 2.

  • Page 36: Gate & Enclosure (Guarding) Installation

    NOTE: If the guarding is not purchased from Autoquip it is the responsibility of the Owner to make sure it is in compliance with the requirements set forth in ASME B20.1.

  • Page 37: Operation

    DANGER Never operate unit when parts are broken or damaged! Do not operate this equipment when non-factory approved or damaged parts are in use! Contact local representative to rectify all such situations or contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information)

  • Page 38: Moving Down

    5.2 Moving Down 1. Verify all personnel are clear of VRC. 2. Press and release the "DOWN" button to lower lift. 3. When the carriage reaches the level to which it has been called, the level limit switch will halt travel. 4.

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Turn off the power and lock out the power at the primary power disconnect switch before service or maintenance per OSHA Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures. 6.1 Planned Maintenance Program A local Autoquip representative provides a Planned Maintenance Program (PMP) for this equipment using qualified and experienced personnel. Contact a local representative or Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information).
  • Page 40 i DANGER Turn off the power and lock out the power at the primary power disconnect switch before service or maintenance per OSHA Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures. NOTICE You will have to temporarily jumper out the lower-level switch to be able to reach the maintenance legs.

  • Page 41: Routine Maintenance

    Inspect all gates/doors for wear or damage. • Ensure that all SAFETY LABELS are in place and legible (see 3.3 Safety Labels). Contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) if labels appear to be missing or damaged. • Check that lift chain/cable is secure.

  • Page 42: Hoist Maintenance

    Information) to assist in discovering the source & acceptable remedy for the carriage jam. Contact an authorized Autoquip dealer or representative to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the lift for structural and component damage before placing it back in service.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING i DANGER Never go under lift carriage until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in lowered position with maintenance devices (see 6.2 Maintenance Blocking Instructions). All maintenance procedures described in this section should only be performed by qualified service personnel.
  • Page 44 Issue Possible Cause Solution Check before measuring the voltage at the motor terminals (or as near as possible) while The voltage at the motor the motor is running under load. Reading the terminals may be too low to run source voltage is meaningless. Inadequate the motor with the existing load.

  • Page 45: Parts Lists

    8. PARTS LISTS 8.1 General Assembly 800.811.9876...

  • Page 46: Typical Carriage

    8.2 Typical Carriage 800.811.9876...

  • Page 47: Warranty

    Ninety (90) days labor warranty extended to One (1) year with a Planned Maintenance Contract in place. Autoquip also warrants the structure of the lift against breakage or failure for a period of Five (5) years. The warranty period begins from the date of shipment. When making a claim, immediately send your dealer or Autoquip notice of your claim.

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