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AmeriGlide Hercules 750 Commercial Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Vertical Platform Lift Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Disclaimers and Important Information ..........................Prepare Your Tool Bag ................................. Installing your Vertical Platform Lift ............................Step 1: Verify Job Requirements ............................. Job Site Preparation ................................Step 2: Inspect the Crate ..............................Step 3: Position the Platform Tower ..........................Step 4: Remove the Shipping Blocks and Fasteners ....................
  • Page 3 Extended Tower Installation Guide ............................Step 1: Remove Drive Motor ............................Step 2: Position Lower Tower and Install Back Panel ....................Step 3: Mount and Fasten Upper Tower ........................Step 4: Install Upper Back Panel ............................. Step 5: Connect Limit Switch Support ..........................Step 6: Install Acme Screw Rod ............................

  • Page 4: Disclaimers And Important Information

    Disclaimers and Important Information AmeriGlide, Inc. shall not be held responsible or liable for any personal injury or property damage caused by or resulting from inappropriate operation of original product or of a product that has been modified or altered from the original Vertical Platform Lift (VPL) design. No person or company is authorized to change the VPL design without authorization and the express written consent of AmeriGlide, Inc.
  • Page 5 Important for the Installer The VPL shall be installed and serviced by an authorized AmeriGlide dealer only. The authorized dealer should refer to this guide for installation and servicing. For maintenance, please refer to the Owner’s Manual. Please carefully read and follow the instructions found in this guide BEFORE installing and/or operating the VPL.

  • Page 6: Site Requirements

    Site Requirements The VPL must only be installed on an approved pad or floor that has adequate drainage and meets local codes, standards and regulations. In addition, there must be adequate lighting and sufficient headroom above the lift. Please refer to and verify with the Technical Drawings before beginning the install. Electrical Requirements The VPL requires a 110VAC-20 AMP or 110VAC-15 AMP grounded electrical circuit and a GFCI protected circuit. Depending on local codes and regulations, this connection may need to be routed in electrical conduit and hard-wired. DO NOT OPERATE OR RIDE ON THE LIFT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN ANCHORED TO AN APPROVED WARNING PAD OR FLOOR.
  • Page 7 • Check and verify for applicable local codes and regulations. Failure to comply the these Installation Safety Instructions could render the AmeriGlide NOTE Limited Warranty null and void. If you have any question or concerns that are not covered in this installation guide, please contact your dealer immediately.

  • Page 8: Prepare Your Tool Bag

    Prepare Your Tool Bag 1/4’’ Drive Hex Bits Philips - (PH2) (PH3) Electrical Tools Square - (#2) Extension Tester - AC/DC Clamp On Power Meter (100 A dc Min) Adapter - 1/4’’ Hex Shank to 3/8’’ socket Square drive Impact Driver - 1/4’’ Hex Drive Impact Driver Drill - 1/2’’...
  • Page 9 Hand Tools 1/2’’ Drive Hex Deep Socket Hammer - 16 Oz. Min hammer Hexagon - (9/16’’) (3/4’’) Pry Bar Rubber Mallet - 16 Oz. Min Rubber head mallet Utility Knife - Snap Off Utility Knife Drill Bits and Taps 25mm Blade Drill Bits - (9/64’’) (5/32’’) (13/64’’) Tape Measure - 16’...

  • Page 10: Installing Your Vertical Platform Lift

    Installing the Vertical Platform Lift Step 1: Verify the job-site requirements. Upper landing side railings, without openings. To be installed after the lifting platform is in place. They must be able to hold the landing 42” gate assembly. (1067mm) minimum Runway must be smooth and extend 12”...

  • Page 11: Job Site Preparation

    Job Site Preparation What You’ll Need: Electrical: 120v/20a outlet (do not connect supply through the GFCI outlet) Concrete slab 5 x 7 x 5’’ Protection wall / flush – smooth / no pinch points Step 2: Inspect the crate Look for damages Open box and make sure you have all parts Parts Included: 97 x 49 x 49 inches...

  • Page 12: Step 3: Position The Platform Tower

    Step 3: Position the platform tower Bring the tower on the concrete slab with a dolly If you have an extended VPL model please refer to the Extended VPL Tower Guide Raise the tower and place it in its approximate position. (PRO TIP: you can also use steel bars as rollers, a pry-bar and mallet, or walk the tower corner to move easily the platform on the concrete slab See image Step #15) DO NOT ANCHOR THE TOWER YET***...

  • Page 13: Step 5: Attach The Car Sling To The Tower

    Step 5: Attach the car sling to the tower How to Attach the Car Sling (1:50 - 3:00) Bolts are already on the car sling (unscrew and screw) IMPORTANT: Use the same bolt combination that is already on car sling DO NOT tighten the bolts yet.*** Scan to watch!

  • Page 14: Step 6: Secure The Travel Cable And The Underpan Cable

    Step 6: Secure the travel cable Step 7. Lift the car sling and the under-pan cable slightly off the ground with the hand crank, and then Fix the travel tighten the bolts cable on the side of the car sling (as shown below) Step 8: Install the platform...

  • Page 15: Step 9: Connect The Batteries

    Step 9: Connect the batteries (If you have an AC model, jump to Step 13) Wiring scheme available by scanning QR code...

  • Page 16: Step 10: Batteries Are Wired

    Step 10: Once the batteries are wired Plug in the platform power plug, make sure all emergency stops are pulled (COP & side of tower), make sure call stations and COP keys are turned on and the platform should now move up and down. Step 11: If the platform does not move: Troubleshooting Perform the startup (safety) conditions...

  • Page 17: Step 12: Run The Platform And Verify Function

    Step 12: Run the platform a few inches up then down to verify functionality Step 13: Attach exterior wall Mount the Exterior Guard Panel (7:46 - 8:38) Tighten with impact gun and torque after with a hand wrench. Follow installation guide for more details Scan to watch!

  • Page 18: Step 14: Final Placement Of The Tower

    Step 14: Final placement of the tower Refer to local codes to determine the gap space between the end of the platform and the edge of the top landing. (Standardly will be with in ¾ of an inch from the landing wall) Step 15: Level the tower Use a level and shims to level the tower (we supply stainless steel shims in the installation kit) Check the platform, both legs and both sides of the tower to ensure it is leveled.

  • Page 19: Step 16: Anchor The Platform To The Concrete Slab

    Step 16: Anchor the platform to the concrete slab Drill the 6 holes with a hammer-drill. Place the lag bolts in the holes and hammer them down, but DO NOT tighten them yet (Use the supplied Cobra concrete anchors) Perform a final verification that the platform gap is the same and that the tower is still level. Tighten the 6 lag bolts in a star pattern.

  • Page 20: Step 17: Set The Upper And Lower Landing Switches

    Upper Landing Step 17: Set the upper and lower landing switches Switch Adjustment (2 minutes) Platform must stop on the limit switches for both top and bottom landing. That’s what unlock the gates / interlocks. Scan to watch! Step 18: Install and wire call stations Plug into the 3-pin quick connector...

  • Page 21: Step 19: Install And Wire The Upper Landing Gate

    Step 19: Install and wire the upper landing gate Align the gate with the platform opening to avoid pinch points. Connect the gate & interlock wire quick connectors into the platform controller quick connectors. TIP: Run the wires in conduits to protect them and avoid potential issues in the future.

  • Page 22: Step 20: Adjust The Interlock

    Step 20: Adjust the interlock Both gate posts must be anchored and level. Once posts are steady and straight, adjust the latch to enter the dead center of the interlocks latching hole and tighten into place. Then, insert the latch inside the interlock until it locks. *Note: there are 2 micro-switches inside the interlock they both must be released non-activated) or the unit to run! Installing the Interlock in...

  • Page 23: Step 21: Attach Folding Ramp Control Arm And Ramp

    Step 21: Attach the folding ramp Folding Ramp Adjustment control arm and the ramp (2 minutes) Then move platform to ensure it functions properly. Make any adjustments necessary. Be careful not to put weight on it while it is folding. It’ll brake it. Scan to watch! Step 22: Install facade panel (tower front wall)

  • Page 24: Step 23: Attach Cop Into The Interior Guard Panel

    Step 23: Attach COP into the interior guard panel Install the Interior Guard Panel (10:24 - 12:59) Secure the travel cable to the interior panel with a zip-tie. Pulling traveling cable towards the COP cover and zip-tie tightly. Fit the rest of the traveling cable under the COP cover. Scan to watch! Step 24: Attach the under-pan under the platform Make sure each micro-switch is adjusted downward.

  • Page 25: Step 25: Attach All Stickers / Labels ................................................................................................................................ 018_Vpl Install Training_0121

    Step 25: Attach all stickers/labels in appropriate place Step 26: Instruct the customer on safe operation of the lift Safe operations of the lift. Who/how to call for service and the information needed for service. Emergency lowering device. How to unlock gate interlock with the override key Beeping alarm = estop engaged Recommend to leave the unit 24’’...

  • Page 26: Extended Tower Installation Guide

    Extended Tower Installation Guide If you have an extended VPL model, please refer to this guide. Make sure to read this guide carefully to ensure correct installation. For residential and Commercial applications...

  • Page 27: Step 1: Remove Drive Motor

    Step 1: Remove Drive Motor Procedure Unmount the Drive Motor Install Unfasten the 4 Hex Bolts, 4 Washers and 4 Spacers Remove the Drive Motor and set aside...

  • Page 28: Step 2: Position Lower Tower And Install Back Panel

    Step 2: Position Lower Tower and Install Back Panel Materials Lower Back Panel Truss Phillips Screws Procedure Place the Lower Tower near to it’s final position and install the Back Panel Install Slide the Lower Tower near it’s final position. Be sure to leave room behind the Lower Tower so that you can access it from the back. Align and fasten the Lower Tower Back Panel using Truss Phillips Screws (10/24 X 3/4”).

  • Page 29: Step 3: Mount And Fasten Upper Tower

    Step 3: Mount and Fasten Upper Tower Materials Upper Tower 2 Hex Bolt (3/8 X 3/4”) 4 Hex Bolts (5/16 X 1/2”) Folding Ramp Cam Joint and Hardware Procedure Mount and fasten the Upper Tower on top of the Lower Tower. Install Align and slide the Upper Tower on top of the Lower Tower.

  • Page 30: Step 4: Install Upper Back Panel

    Step 4: Install Upper Back Panel Install Align and fasten the Upper Back Panel using Truss Phillips Screws (10/24 x 3/4”). Slide the EXTENDED Vertical Platform Lift into it’s final position.

  • Page 31: Step 5: Connect Limit Switch Support

    Step 5: Connect Limit Switch Support Procedure Fasten together the Upper and Lower Switch Support Rails. Install Connect and fasten the Upper and Lower Switch Support Rails using provided hardware and bracelet. Loosen Upper Limit Switch Assembly and unroll the cable. Slide and fasten the Upper Limit Switch into position for later installation and calibration.

  • Page 32: Step 6: Install Acme Screw Rod

    Step 6: Install Acme Screw Rod Procedure Install and fasten the Acme Screw Rod. Install Place the Top Bearing into the Aluminum Base. Position the Upper Slide Block to it’s uppermost position. Using TWO PEOPLE, slide the Acme Screw Rod through the bottom of the Upper Slide Block Assembly.
  • Page 33 Thread the Acme Screw Rod through the Plastic Acme Delrin Nut Nut. DO NOT BEND OR ALLOW ANY FLEX OF THE ACME SCREW ROD. Continue threading the Acme Screw Rod through the Plastic Acme Nut, Brass Safety Nut, the Lower Slider Block and into the Lower Plastic Bearing.

  • Page 34: Step 7: Prep The Drive Motor

    Step 7: Prep the Drive Motor Procedure Install and fasten the Drive Motor’s Output Drive Shaft. Install Insert the Output Drive Shaft into the 90º Gearbox, keeping the Drive Shaft Key Seat aligned with the Acme Screw Rod Key. Slide the Drive Shaft Collar above Drive Shaft Key Seat and fasten Set Screw.

  • Page 35: Step 8: Remount The Motor Drive

    Step 8: Remount the Motor Drive Procedure Install and mount the Drive Motor. Install Align the Drive Shaft Key Seat and the Acme Screw Rod Key. Slide Drive Motor onto the Acme Screw Rod. Tighten the Upper Set Screw on the Acme Screw Rod Coupler.

  • Page 36: Step 9: Install Bungee Cord

    Step 9: Install Bungee Cord Procedure Install the Bungee Cord to the Upper and Lower Slider Block Assembly. Install Attach one side of the Bungee Cord Carabiner to the Eye Bolt on the Upper Acme Rod Slider Block Assembly. Attach the other side of the Bungee Cord Carabiner to the Eye Bolt on the Lower Acme Rod Slider Block Assembly.

  • Page 37: Step 10A: Install Batteries And Wire Drive Motor

    Step 10a: Install Batteries and Wire Drive Motor Procedure Connect Batteries and Drive Motor Install Place batteries into the upper tower position. Use the Electrical Diagram to make the proper wiring connections.

  • Page 38: Step 10B: Wire Ac Drive Motor Configuration

    Step 10b: Wire AC Drive Motor Configuration Procedure Connect the Transformer and Drive Motor Install Place batteries into the upper tower position. Use the Electrical Diagram to make the proper wiring connections. Continue with the Vertical Platform Lift Installation Guide until step 14, then continue with step 11 of this guide.

  • Page 39: Step 11: Mount Front Panel Support Bars

    Step 11: Mount Front Panel Support Bars Materials 4 Flat Head Mach. Screws 4 Hex Bolts (1/4-20 x 1-1/2”) 4 Washers 4 Hex Nuts Procedure Install and Fasten the Front Panel Support Bars. Install Fasten the top of the Support Bars.

  • Page 40: Step 12: Install Front Panels

    Step 12: Install Front Panels Materials Procedure Lower and Upper Front Panels Install and fasten Front Tower Panels. Truss Phillips Screws (10/24 x 3/4”) Install Align and slide the Lower Tower Front Panel into position. Fasten the panel using Truss Phillips Screws (10/24 X 3/4”).

  • Page 41: Step 13: Mount And Fasten Top Cover

    Step 13: Mount and Fasten Top Cover Materials 4 Truss Phillips Screws (1/4”-20 x 3/4”) Procedure Place and fasten Top Cover Install Place the Top Cover on top of the Tower and fasten into place using 4 Truss Phillips Screws (1/4”-20 X 3/4”).
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