Wessex HOMELIFT - User Manual

WESSEX ‘HOMELIFT’
VM RANGE
USER MANUAL

Summary

1. INTRODUCTION

2. SAFETY NOTES

2.1. SAFE WORKING LOAD

Specifies the maximum safe working load for the lift, aperture board, and seat.

2.2. HOMELIFT - Sketch of Typical Installation.

Illustrates the typical installation arrangement of the Homelift components.

3. LIMITED WARRANTY

4. LIFT FEATURES

4.1. Audible Alarm

Explains the function of the audible alarm for attracting attention in emergencies.

4.2. Vision Panels

Describes the purpose of vision panels for enhanced visibility and reduced light loss.

4.3. Safety Devices

Details the built-in safety systems integral to the Homelift's design.

4.3.1. Aperture Board Sensitive Surface

Explains how the aperture board sensor stops the lift upon obstruction.

4.3.2. Car Sensitive Safety Edges

Describes safety edges that stop the lift if an obstruction is detected during upward travel.

4.3.3. Under Lift Platform Sensitive Surface

Details the sensitive surface under the platform that stops the lift if an obstruction is detected.

4.4. Finishes

Describes the interior and exterior finishes and the anti-slip floor coating.

4.5. Door

Explains the operation of manual and powered doors and their interlocking mechanism.

4.6. Electrical Features

Details the electrical supply and voltage transformation for the lift's control systems.

4.7. Emergency Features

Outlines the facilities for dealing with emergency situations and power failures.

4.7.1. Battery Back-up Features

Lists lift functions that remain operational during a power failure via battery backup.

4.7.2. Emergency Lowering by Lift User

Explains how the lift user can lower the lift using an in-car emergency button.

4.7.3. Emergency Lowering at Powerpack

Describes the method for emergency lowering directly from the powerpack unit.

4.7.4. Hydraulic Pipe Failure

Details the safety valve's function to stop the lift in case of hydraulic pipe failure.

4.7.5. Smoke and Heat Alarms

Explains the operation and response of smoke/heat alarms connected to the lift.

4.8. Fire Sealing

Describes the fire seal feature and recommends parking locations for its effectiveness.

4.9. Design Features

Details various design features that enhance user operation and comfort.

4.9.1. Door Closing Strap

Explains the rope pull cord for easy manual door closure from inside the lift.

4.9.2. Grab Handles

Describes the purpose and placement options of grab handles for user support.

4.9.3. In-Car Lighting

Details the automatic, battery-backed lighting system within the lift car.

4.9.4. In-Car Seating

Describes the optional folding seat, its load capacity, and stowage.

4.9.5. Lap Strap

Mentions the availability of a lap strap for use with the in-car seat option.

4.9.6. Wireless Controls

Notes the availability of wireless control options for the Homelift.

4.9.7. Telephone

States the availability of an optional in-car telephone feature.

4.9.8. Autohoming

Explains the autohoming function to send the lift to the upper level after a set time.

4.9.9. Auto-Door Closing

Describes the automatic door closing feature after a set period.

4.9.10. In-Car Key-Switch

Details the in-car key-switch to disable controls for supervised use.

4.10. Illuminated In-Car Controls

Explains illuminated controls indicating available operations based on lift location.

4.11. Wall Mounted Call Stations

Describes the purpose and types of wall-mounted call stations for summoning the lift.

4.11.1 Call Stations (hard-wired)

Details hard-wired call stations, including optional key-switching for security.

4.11.2 Call Stations (wireless)

Describes wireless call stations, their portability, and secure storage recommendations.

5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

5.1. Homelift Control Buttons

Explains the layout and function of in-car and wall-mounted control buttons.

5.1.1 In-Car Control Buttons

Details the layout and function of buttons inside the lift car for operation.

5.1.2 Call Station Buttons (hard-wired)

Describes hard-wired call station buttons for controlling the lift from landings.

5.1.3 Call Station Buttons (wireless)

Explains the operation and indicators of wireless call station buttons.

5.1.4 Wireless Call Station Battery Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing batteries in wireless call stations.

5.2. Calling and entering the Lift

Step-by-step guide on how to call the lift and enter it safely.

5.3. Travelling to the desired floor level.

Instructions on how to operate the lift for travelling between floors.

5.4. Changing Direction of Travel

Details the procedure for changing the lift's direction of travel during a journey.

5.5. Vacating the lift

Explains how to open the door and exit the lift safely at the destination.

5.6. After Use

Recommends how to park the lift and secure it after use to maintain fire seal.

5.7. Use of the alarm

Instructs on how to activate the alarm in an emergency situation for assistance.

5.8. Courtesy Lights

Explains the situations in which the lift car's courtesy lights illuminate.

6. TROUBLE SHOOTING

6.1. Electrical Power Failure

Details checks and battery backup functionality during an electrical power failure.

6.2. Door Opening Failure

Explains how to use the door release key to open doors in case of failure.

6.3. Emergency Lowering (Using In-Car Controls).

Details how to lower the lift using in-car controls during a power failure.

6.4. Manual Emergency Lowering at the Powerpack

Outlines the procedure for manual emergency lowering at the powerpack by trained personnel.

7. SERVICING & INSPECTION

8. ROUTINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE

9. EMERGENCY BREAKDOWN SERVICE

10. CHANGE OF USE

10.1 Dismantling

Outlines requirements for competent personnel and PPE for dismantling the Homelift.

11. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL

11.1 Mechanical Safety

Details mechanical safety precautions to be followed before commencing maintenance.

11.2 Electrical Safety

Outlines electrical safety measures, including isolating power and disconnecting batteries.

11.3 Hydraulic Safety

Details hydraulic safety measures, including pressure release and PPE.

12. TECHNICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Anchorage and Forces

Details the anchorage points and forces applied to the building structure during operation.

12.1.1 Mid-Floor

Specifies forces and anchoring for the mid-floor structural beam.

12.1.2 Lower Level

Details forces and anchoring for the lower floor track plate.

12.1.3 Upper Level

Specifies forces and anchoring for the top tracks and associated fixings.

12.2 Electrical Connection

Describes the dedicated power supply and its protection ratings.

12.3 Noise emission

States the expected sound pressure level at the user's position.

APPENDICES & QUICK START GUIDE

Appendix A - Calling the Lift and Travelling Up

Step-by-step guide for calling the lift and travelling upwards from the ground floor.

Appendix B - Calling the Lift and Travelling Down

Step-by-step guide for calling the lift and travelling downwards from the upper floor.

Appendix C - Changing direction during travel

Step-by-step guide explaining how to change the lift's direction of travel.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Wessex HOMELIFT Specifications