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K2
Stairlift
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Part No. 001021, Rev. 046
26-m08-2024

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  • Page 1: The Manufacturer From Any And All Loss, Liability, Or

    Stairlift INSTALLATION GUIDE Part No. 001021, Rev. 046 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 2 • Countersink drill bit ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • Hammer drill for concrete fasteners (if applicable) • Flashlight Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. is not responsible for any • Wire crimper modifications of the product made by the user. Do not • Wire strippers allow unqualified personnel to use the equipment.
  • Page 3 18 on page 23; Added an IMPORTANT note on page 3 (this page) electrical, building, and elevator/lift codes. and to STEP 23 on page 26 regarding access to the K2 Each region will use a specific year of the code and it is the Troubleshooting Guide •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Position rail assembly on stairs Ensure that there are no fire and safety issues. Contact Install optional folding rail (if required) Savaria’s Technical Support at 1 (800) 791-7999 if necessary. Install full bus lines (optional) Ensure that there is adequate lighting along the Install carriage on rail stairway and at the landings.

  • Page 5: Step 2

    Check the condition of the shipment for any damage; installing damaged parts can lead to safety violations and void the limited warranty. Contact Savaria Technical Support if any parts are damaged. IMPORTANT If possible, take a photograph of any damaged part(s).

  • Page 6: Cut Rail To Length

    For example, with a riser of 8.5” and a tread of 10”, the angle of the stairs is 40°. Chart to determine angle of stairs (degrees) Tread 12 11.5 11 10.5 10 10.5 41 11.5 44 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 7 Do not remove any of the rack screws once the rack is completely installed. If you do, you will have to remove the complete rack in order to reinstall the rack screws. Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 8: Connect Rail Sections Together (If Required)

    When the rail is assembled, slide all rack sections into place keeping the 800 mm long (or cut length) rack as the top section. Figure 4 Insert strip Splice bars Strip installed 3-1/8” 3-1/8” (80 mm) (80 mm) from bottom K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 9: Install Bottom Charging Strips

    Install the bottom plastic rail cap. Figure 8 10 You will install the top charging stations and connect the charger after installing the carriage onto the rail. Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 10: Install Optional Folding Rail (If Required)

    The rail should not touch the stairs directly, as this can result in damage to the steps. Pull the rail out roughly 1/2” to 3/4” so the rail is sitting away from the stair noses, thereby preventing any possible damage. K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 11 11 Measure down 1/2” from the fold, mark, and bend to a 90-degree angle. Figure 16 1/2” NOTE If you install the flip rail option, note that a maximum load of 300 lb (136 kg) applies. Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 12 15 With the bus line stopper in place, tighten the screw securely ensuring the contact strip cannot move. Figure 20 16 Install the bus line stopper at the other side of the rail in the same manner as the rack side. K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 13 18 Connect the other end of the short charging wire to the main charging wire and the charger wire using the tri- connectors shown below (3 REDs together in one tri- connector; 3 BLUEs together in another tri-connector). Figure 22 Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 14: Install Full Bus Lines (Optional)

    Insert the copper strip into the slot of the white plastic casing on both sides. Ensure the tab on the copper strip is at the top end of the rail for charger connection. Figure 25 BUS LINE STOPPER INSTALLED ON RAIL K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 15: Install Carriage On Rail

    BRAKE DOG Spacers Brake Engaged Brake Disengaged (OSG Tripped) (OSG Reset) Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 16 Make sure the rollers line up with the rail and then carefully slide the carriage onto the rail. Figure 32 c. Install batteries in the remote control CALL/SEND units (shown below). Figure 35 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 17: Connect Charger (For Optional Full Bus Line Only)

    BLUE SPADE CONNECTOR TO NEGATIVE • Install and tighten the hardware to secure the top rack sections in place. NOTE: Ensure that all rack bolts are torqued to 50 in/lbs (5.7Nm). Figure 36 MESH RACK Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 18: Install Top Charging Strips And Charger

    NOTE that RED (positive) goes under the rack, always. Carefully tuck all wires inside the end of the rail. Figure 38 NOTE: A white charger is now used (not the black one shown here) POSITIVE NEGATIVE K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 19: Install Seat Assembly

    (flat washers) on the bolt. Washer dimensions are 0.438” inner diameter and 1.000” outer diameter. Ensure the seat can still swivel after the shims are added. Figure 42 SHIMS ADDED (FLAT WASHERS) Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 20 1 1/2“ 18“ 8 3/4” 1 1/4“ 18 3/4“ MIDDLE WIDTH MIDDLE WIDTH SEAT AT SEAT AT 10 1/4” 2” 19 1/4” 9 3/4” 2 1/4” 20 1/2” BIGGEST WIDTH BIGGEST WIDTH K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 21: Adjust Arms (If Required)

    (two per side). Figure 46 Loosen the two bolts. Figure 48 Adjust the footrest to level and then tighten the two bolts. Reinstall the half-moon shaped cover. Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 22: Adjust Seat Swivel Switch (If Required)

    Once the bracket is moved, repeat the fine adjustment procedure (step 2 above). Repeat these adjustments until the switch is activating when the lever is pushed and the lever springs back into place when released. K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 23: Install Limit Switch Cams

    Install limit switch cams the stairs). Install the limit switch cams IMPORTANT Note that the anchors provided by Savaria are standard/ Procedure typical anchors and are not suitable for all site conditions. Always make sure the anchors used are proper for the Install the bottom cam on the rail (shown below).

  • Page 24: Install Mechanical Stops

    1” (25 mm) above the carriage rollers NOTE: Black charger shown and secure them to the T-bolts in the rail slots using the (white charger now used, domed cap nuts provided. see photo below) Figure 53 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 25: Check Installation, Lubricate And Clean

    Clean the rail of any fingerprints or grease; DO NOT use corrosive cleaners. Be sure to wipe down the charging Figure 1 strips after cleaning the rail; use a soft cloth. Hall call Surface Mount Hall Call 3” 2.25” 6“ Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 26: Program Remote Hall Calls (Outdoor Units Only)

    Troubleshooting Guide If you have any issues with operation of the unit, Figure 55 there is a Troubleshooting Guide located in the K2 Stairlift section on the Savaria Dealers website. Check all controls. a. Verify that the UP/DOWN toggle switch on the right arm is functioning properly.
  • Page 27 Undergo the testing of the overload detection device for wheelchair platforms only. All sensitive edges and surfaces function correctly. A full ride should be made along the complete travel, possibly including hinged guide rail sections and swivelling of the seat if possible. Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 28: Manual Emergency Operation

    Reverse the direction of turning the handle for a right-hand unit. When movement of the carriage is complete, resolve the issue that caused the unit to stop and then reinstall the cover. K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 29 Use the manual hand crank to run the unit up until you can access the brake dog to reset it. Figure 60 Reset the overspeed device by pressing the brake dog back down. Figure 61 Brake dog down (disengaged) Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...

  • Page 30: Work By Others

    Provide a copy of the Owner’s Manual and Warranty to access to the back of the rail during operation. the customer. Record all required details per the Owner’s Manual. BARRIER/WALL (install behind rail to prevent access during operation) K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 31: Appendix A Reference Information

    Middle and left LEDs on (or ready to run left) Obstruction, both right-hand Middle LED on and left-hand All LEDS off Safety circuit fault All LEDs on Ready to run left or right Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 32 2. If all safety circuit LEDs are flashing and you have 11.5 volts, the controller is in sleep mode. Running in either direction or cycling the power will wake it up. K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 33 Page 33 Main board (LUT125) wiring diagram, Page 1 Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 34 Page 34 Main board (LUT125) wiring diagram, Page 2 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 35 Page 35 Main board (LUT125) wiring diagram (outdoor units only), Page 1 Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 36 Page 36 Main board (LUT125) wiring diagram (outdoor units only), Page 2 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...
  • Page 37 Page 37 Main board (LUT125) safety circuit drawing Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 38 Page 38 Main board (LUT125) LED layout K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 39: Appendix B Maintenance

    Every 6 months Every 6 months Normal: Normal: Every Year Every Year Heavy: Heavy: Check that the rail brackets are tight Every Year Every Year Excessive: Excessive: Every 6 months Every 6 months Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 40 Every 3 years graphite grease. Normal: Normal: Every Year Every Year Heavy: Heavy: Lubricate the seat swivel system using wheel bearing grease. Every Year Every Year Excessive: Excessive: Every 6 months Every 6 months K2 Stairlift Installation Guide Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024...

  • Page 41: Appendix C Savaria Link Option

    Page 41 Appendix C Savaria Link Option For information on the Savaria Link option, refer to the following document: • Savaria Link Installation and Setup Guide, P/N 001180 Part No. 001021, 26-m08-2024 K2 Stairlift Installation Guide...
  • Page 48 K2 Stairlift INSTALLATION GUIDE Part No. 001021, Rev. 046 Copyright 2024 Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. www.savaria.com Support 2 Walker Drive Brampton, Ontario L6T 5E1 Canada Toll free: (800) 791-7999 Fax: (905) 791-2222...

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