Model 5200 Cargo Lift Installation and Operation Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new SpaceLift Products 5200 cargo lift system. Expect to receive many years of reliable service moving household items between the floors of your home. EXCLUSIVE BEST-IN-CLASS FEATURES Low-profile design, no vertical restriction Automated lift with 200-pound load limit 24 x 41 inch tray with 24+ cubic feet capacity Factory assembled for ease of installation Obstacle detection system both directions Wall-mounted control unit with key lock Two-year factory warranty SPECIFICATIONS Lift Weight Capacity: Lift Platform Speed: Maximum Vertical Travel: Joist/Ceiling Depth: Unit Outer Dimensions: Internal Platform Area: Ceiling Drywall Cutout: Rough Opening Area: Platform Leveling: Power Requirement: Remote Control Unit: Tethers: Obstacle Detection: Lift Unit Weight: 200 lbs 3 inches/sec 15 feet 7 to 14 inches 28 W x 59.5 L x 7 H inches 24 x 41 inches 28.5 x 46 inches 28.5 x 60 inches +/- 1/8 inches Variable adjustment 110 VAC 120 VAC Momentary up/down buttons with Key Lock Stainless steel cable Both directions 88 lbs SpaceLift 5200, operational perspective Model Number: Serial Number: Installation Date: Installer: Place of Purchase: Date of Purchase: SpaceLift 5200, view stowed in attic floor Protected by U.S. Patent No. 8,292,031. Page 1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT NOTE: Please read this manual completely before you install and operate the lift. Installation of the 5200 cargo lift system should ONLY be performed by a qualified professional. Installation of the 5200 lift system requires skills in carpentry and electrical wiring. If you choose to have the lift system installed without the use of a certified installer, you may void portions of the warranty. BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1. Open the shipping container and verify contents are free of any damage that may have occurred during transport. Check the Contents List to be sure everything is included. 2. Contact your dealer if the lift system appears damaged. 3. Record the Model Number and Serial Number of the lift system on the front page of this manual. IMPORTANT NOTE: Secure ALL packing and shipping material until installation is complete and the unit is operating as intended. These materials are required should the unit be returned. If you discard, and unit must be shipped, there will be delays and additional charges. SECTION 1: LOCATION SELECTION Select a location for installation. Your home must have an acceptable ceiling and joist structure. Consult a structural engineer before making any modifications to the ceiling and joist structure and to determine the load bearing capacity of the selected installation area. LOCATION AND ORIENTATION REQUIREMENTS Orientation: Lift must be oriented such that its length is parallel to the floor joists. Finished Floor: Top floor must be finished with 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch plywood or comparable material. Electrical Outlet: An electrical outlet must be located within 4 feet of mounted lift system. Load Support: Floor must support loads as specified in local residential building codes. Power Requirement: A dedicated 15 amp circuit is required. Landing Area: Landing area for cargo tray with attached ceiling cover (both on top and bottom floor) must be clear of any obstructions. Travel Distance: The Maximum Vertical Travel distance of the lift system is 15 feet with the preferred travel distance set on the control panel during the installation process. Ceiling Height: If the Floor to Ceiling Height is greater than 15 feet, even at maximum deployment, the cargo lift platform will not reach the Page 2 floor before stopping. The platform tray may be loaded and unloaded above the floor, but the operator should be sure the platform tray is not swaying before raising the lift. Overhead Space: Allow at least 4 feet of overhead space above the installation area to provide lift access. Remote Control Unit: Remote Control Unit must be mounted on an adjacent wall at least 4 feet above the ground. Allow a clear line of sight between the Remote Control Unit and the lift system clear of any moving parts of the lift and any obstructions. Must provide a wired Ethernet connection, from Remote Control Unit to lift system, using standard CAT-5 cable.
SECTION 2: PREPARE THE OPENING STEP 1: PREPARE A FRAMED OPENING IN THE CEILING The optimal dimensions of the framed opening are shown below. The framed opening must be square. NOTE: Rough opening size must include allowance for all penetrations such as joist hangers (if required). It may be necessary to increase rough opening size slightly to accommodate penetrations. Required Installation Dimensions Rough Opening Size: 28.5 x 60 inches (+/- 1/8 inches) Drywall Ceiling Opening: 28.5 x 46 inches Landing Area: 30.5 x 48 inches Maximum Vertical Travel: 15 feet Joist/Ceiling Drywall Depth: 7 to 14 inches Drywall Ceiling Opening: Ceiling Opening is 28.5 x 46 inches. Measure and cut drywall carefully. CONTENTS INCLUDED WITH LIFT Remote Control Unit One Gang Electrical Box and Cat-5 Cable Ceiling Cover and Hardware Kit ADDITIONAL MATERIALS REQUIRED Wood strips, two (2) 1-inch W x 2-inch H strips 28.25 inches long Eight (8) 4-inch wood screws and wood glue Depending on attic access, a material lift may be required to move the unit into attic space through an attic door or the rough-cut opening in ceiling drywall. FLOOR SECTION WITH FRAMED 28.5 x 60 ROUGH OPENING Floor finished with 1/2 to 3/4 inch plywood before SpaceLift 5200 is installed. Ceiling Opening: Drywall to be cut 28.5 x 46 Measure and cut carefully with unit in place. Leave drywall section beneath motor side of unit. STEP 2: INSTALL MOUNTING STRIPS 1. Cut 1-inch W x 2-inch H wood mount strips to 28.25 inches to fit inside short side of frame. NOTE: If the rough opening size is increased to accommodate joist hanger or other protrusion into the recommended rough opening size, then increase dimensions to accommodate the larger rough opening size (i.e. 1 x 2-inch strips to be increased to 2 x 2-inch). 2. Set Mounting Strips to be flush with bottom of headers (see illustration). 3. Level and install wood strips with 2-inch side against headers with wood screws (four each side) and glue. Consult with a structural engineer to verify installation is capable of supporting this maximum load as specified by local residential building codes. Page 3
SECTION 3: INSTALL THE LIFT SYSTEM 1. Remove the 5200 unit from shipping container. NOTE: Save the container and packing materials until the installation is complete. 2. The 5200 unit weighs 88 lbs. Lift the unit into the attic space through the attic door or use a material lift to raise and guide it through the ceiling drywall opening. 3. Lower the lift system into the framed opening so that it rests centered on the two mounting strips. Be sure to orient lift so power cord can reach electrical outlet. 4. Place additional shims (3 inch minimum length) snugly around perimeter of the cargo lift system so that it is centered and prevented from horizontal motion within rough opening. (Do not deform unit walls.) SECTION 4: MOUNT THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT IMPORTANT NOTE: The Remote Control Unit must be mounted to allow a clear line of sight to the 5200 cargo lift system and be at least 4 feet above the ground, clear of any moving parts of the lift, and clear of any obstructions. 1. Install low voltage One Gang Electrical Box into adjacent wall. 2. Run CAT-5 cable from lift system to inside of One Gang Box. 3. Connect CAT-5 cable to plug at rear of Remote Control Unit. 4. Attach Remote Control Unit to One Gang Box using screws. 5. Connect cable to CAT-5 receptacle on top cover of lift system. 6. Attach main unit power cord to lift system and plug into adjacent electrical outlet. SpaceLift 5200, view stowed in attic floor Page 4 1 Gang Electrical Box Remote Control Unit
SECTION 5: INSTALL THE CEILING COVER The SpaceLift Ceiling Cover is 30.5" wide x 48", aluminum with white primer powder coat. NOTE: Before installing the ceiling cover observe the lift stow cycle. The tray will slow before making contact continuing to proceed slowly until stowed. The ceiling cover should make contact with the ceiling approximately ½ from the stowed position. This determines the final length of the standoffs. The springs work well as long as they are not over stretched. If the threaded rod standoffs need to be shortened the springs can be attached to a higher position on the chain. Springs, standoffs, tray caps and landing pads INSTALL CEILING COVER 1. Consult the SpaceLift 5200 operating instructions and lower the lift tray 3 to 5 feet above floor level and stop. 2. Install the four springs on the loops beneath the tray. 3. Install the four Threaded Standoffs into the threaded holes on each corner of the tray with the square jam nuts loose. Run the lift up until the lift reaches the final stowed position. Spring to cover with standoff 4. Adjust each standoff so the bottom of the flange nut is1/4-inch below the ceiling. Tighten the square jam nuts. NOTE: The ceiling cover will be stretched away from the standoffs as the tray comes to its final stow position. This should be approximately ½ as mentioned above. This provides a good tension of the ceiling cover to the ceiling. 5. Place the ceiling cover on a table then lower the SpaceLift tray so they are aligned. Using a pair of pliers, attach the bottom of the springs to the ceiling cover connections. 6. Affix the four landing pads (supplied with 5200 unit) to the bottom of ceiling cover. They must be installed directly under the standoff rods so the weight of the tray and load is transmitted to the floor without deforming the ceiling cover. Attached cover For more information, check the SpaceLift 5200 Product page and FAQ on our website. Page 5
SECTION 6: SET THE TRAVEL LIMIT 1. Start Remote Insert key and turn to right to power lift operation. 2. Up/Down Buttons Arrows display GREEN to indicate directions possible (i.e. stowed lift will only go down). 3. Obstacle Detection If lift hits obstruction, both arrows display RED. 4. Set Bottom Limit To set the lift bottom travel limit (with ceiling cover installed): Lower lift to the floor, where it will indicate an obstacle error. a. Turn remote key to OFF position. b. Press and hold BOTH buttons and return key to ON position. c. Release both buttons. Arrows with flash RED three times. d. Press the DOWN button to set the bottom limit. e. BOTH arrows will flash RED three times, then remote will return to normal operating mode. f. Press UP button and return lift to stowed position. 5. Power Off Turn key to left and remove. 6. Reset to Maximum Vertical Travel If the lift is stopping at some inconvenient height (showing only the up arrow) the bottom limit can be restored at any time to the maximum vertical travel limit by the following method. a. Turn remote key to OFF position. b. Press and hold BOTH buttons and return key to ON position. c. Release both buttons. Arrows with flash RED three times. d. Press the UP button to reset the bottom limit. e. BOTH arrows will flash RED three times, then remote will return to normal operating mode. f. Press UP button and return lift to stowed position. Page 6
SpaceLift 5200 Operating Instructions WARNING: Before any operation of the SpaceLift 5200 cargo lift system, inspect the platform operating area to verify no persons, animals or objects are within 5 feet of the platform. To avoid injury in loading and unloading operations, make sure to use proper lifting practices. Secure objects in the lift platform to prevent them from shifting or falling off while the platform is in motion. Maximum load limit is 200 pounds. The 5200 cargo lift system automatically performs a variety of checks before each operation. Operation: Step 1 STEP 1. Turn on Remote Control Unit with Key. Up/Down Buttons Arrows display GREEN to indicate directions possible (i.e. stowed lift will only go down). Obstacle Detection If lift hits obstruction, both arrows display RED. STEP 2. Use the Down Button to lower the cargo lift platform to the lower level landing position. STEP 3. Load the lift platform with items to be transported. Weight of items should be centered in tray. Maximum load must be limited to 200 pounds per trip. Be sure objects are secured to prevent load shifting during lift operations. STEP 4. Depress and hold the Up Button until the lift cycle is complete. To halt operation, release the button any time during the lift cycle. STEP 5. Unload lift platform. STEP 6. Turn Key OFF when lift operations are complete. NOTE: If power is lost during operation the lift will stop. When power is restored, depress the Up Button and return the lift to the fully stowed and locked position. This enables the system to reset the sensors to assure consistent operation. WARNING: When using the cargo lift system Remote Control Unit, keep the lift platform in sight until completely stopped in either the bottom or top position. DO NOT allow children to play under or near the lift platform. WARNING: The cargo lift platform moves rapidly. Keep path clear. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Contacting SpaceLift Products If your product fails during the warranty period and the product documentation does not solve the problem, you may receive support by: 1. Check Model 5200 FAQ on the SpaceLift website. 2. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased. 3. Use SpaceLift website Contact form for inquiry. Before contacting your dealer or SpaceLift Products, have the following: Product serial number Product model name and model number Detailed notes for questions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 7 SpaceLiftProducts.com 2014 SpaceLift Products, Inc. All rights reserved (1/14)
Limited Warranty SpaceLift Products Model 5200 Cargo Lift System Extent of Limited Warranty SpaceLift Products, Inc. warrants that the cargo lift product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years. SpaceLift Products does not warrant that the operation of the product will be uninterrupted or error free. This limited warranty covers only those defects that arise as a result of normal use of the product and does not cover any other problems, including those that arise as a result of: (i) improper maintenance or modification; (ii) operation outside the product s specifications; or (iii) unauthorized modification or misuse. If SpaceLift Products receives, during the applicable warranty period, notice of a defect in any product, which is covered by this warranty, SpaceLift Products shall either repair or replace the product at its sole discretion and option. Limitations of Warranty TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, NEI- THER SPACELIFT PRODUCTS NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS MAKES ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MER- CHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FIT- NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Limitations of Liability To the extent allowed by local law, the remedies provided in this Limited Warranty Statement are the customer s sole and exclusive remedies. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, EXCEPT FOR THE OBLIGATIONS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, IN NO EVENT SHALL SPACELIFT PRODUCTS OR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPE- CIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Local Law This Limited Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights, which vary from state to state in the United States, from province to province in Canada, and from country to country elsewhere in the world. To the extent that this Limited Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local law, this Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer. For example, some states in the United States, as well as some governments outside the united States (including provinces in Canada), may: (i) preclude the disclaimers and limitations in this Warranty Statement from limiting the statutory rights of a consumer (e.g., United Kingdom); (ii) otherwise restrict the ability of a manufacturer to enforce such disclaimers or limitations; or (iii) grant the customer additional warranty rights, specify the duration of implied warranties which the manufacturer cannot disclaim, or allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties. THE TERMS IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED, DO NOT EXCLUDE, RESTRICT, OR MODIFY, AND ARE IN ADDITION TO, THE MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THE SPACELIFT PRODUCTS TO SUCH CUSTOMERS. Register Immediately Online to Initiate Your Warranty: SpaceLiftProducts.com/warranty Or use the SpaceLift Warranty Card provided. Protected by U.S. Patent No. 8,292,031. SpaceLiftProducts.com Page 8 2014 SpaceLift Products, Inc. All rights reserved