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- Page 1 WESSEX ‘HOMELIFT’ VM RANGE USER MANUAL...
- Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Wessex reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organisation of such changes or improvements.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.9.9 Auto-Door Closing …………………………………………………………… 12 4.9.10 In-Car Key-Switch ………………………………………………………….. 12 4.10 Illuminated In-Car Controls .…..…………………………………………………….. 13 4.11 Wall Mounted Call Stations .….……………………………………………………… 13 4.11.1 Call Stations (hard-wired)……………………………………………….. 14 4.11.2 Call Stations (wireless)………………..………………………………….. 14 Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... - Page 4 APPENDIX B – Calling the lift (step by step guide)………………………………… 32 APPENDIX C – Changing Direction of Travel (step by step guide)…………. 33 APPENDIX D – EC Declaration of Conformity………………………………………… 34 Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd...
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Page 5: Introduction
The Wessex Homelift is a direct acting hydraulic lift designed for single person use in a domestic dwelling. When travelling in the lift car, the person must be either seated or in a wheelchair. There are eight lift types available: •... -
Page 6: Safety Note
A weakened trap board will need to be replaced. The seat has a safe working load of 150kg. (Option) Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 7: Sketch Of Typical Installation Arrangement
2.2. HOMELIFT – Sketch of Typical Installation. Ceiling Track Guides Wall mounted call Smoke Alarms Station Smoke alarms are fitted to the ceiling at both levels Power Supply Unit Orange Light on the right hand side Lift Isolator Switch indicates mains power to the lift... -
Page 8: Limited Warranty
3. LIMITED WARRANTY This Wessex product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year (unless an extended warranty has been purchased) from the initial date of installation. Within this period, Wessex will at its discretion, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. This warranty does not cover failure due to abuse, misuse, accidental or unauthorised alterations or repairs. -
Page 9: Lift Features
This platform will also stop the lift when it’s travelling upwards, if the platform is pulled down. All of the above safety devices are integral to the lift and make the Homelift intrinsically safe in any given application. -
Page 10: Door
The supply voltage is transformed to provide all control buttons with a low voltage 24Vdc supply. 4.7. Emergency Features – The Wessex Homelift contains several facilities for dealing with emergency situations which may be caused by external influences such as power failure etc. These are as follows: - 4.7.1. -
Page 11: Fire Sealing
4.8. Fire Sealing – All models incorporate a fire seal which is effective when the lift is parked at the first floor level or the ground floor level. Wessex Lift Co Ltd recommends that the lift is parked at either the first floor level or ground floor level when not in use. -
Page 12: Design Features
This option must only be used if the user of the lift is not physically or mentally able to use the in-car controls. The lift must be supervised at all times when in use. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 13: Illuminated In-Car Controls
There are two main types of call station: 1. Hard-wired call stations 2. Wireless call stations Please make yourself familiar with the type of call station you have. Further detail is provided on the following pages. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 14: Call Stations (Hard-Wired)
In the interest of safety, we recommend the handset is retained on its wall bracket while the lift is in use. Handset wall bracket Rear of handset showing clip Fig 4.11.2 – Wireless Call Station Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
Homelift. It is recommended that you study the diagrams to make yourself familiar with each of the controls. The design of your Homelift is intended to be straightforward in terms of its operation. -
Page 16: Call Station Buttons (Wireless)
Then remove the two screws from the battery holder (see Figure 5.1.4 below). When reassembling, take care not to pinch any wires between the casings. Screws Battery holder Fig 5.1.4 – Wireless Call Station battery replacement Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 17: Calling And Entering The Lift
Closing the Door – Powered Option • Blue Press and release the door button and the door will close and lock automatically. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 18: Travelling To The Desired Floor
Move forward and exit the lift. Close the door either manually, or by pressing and releasing the door button on the wall mounted call station. Ensure you are clear of the door, before pressing a call station button to close a powered door. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 19: 5.6. After Use
5.6. After Use When the lift is not in use, Wessex Lift Co Ltd recommends the lift is parked at the first floor level or ground floor level. This ensures the fire seal is maintained between the lower and upper levels. To do this press and release the up or... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
25mm, the lift will then automatically re-level to the upper level. If the lift creeps up when at the upper level, it will automatically re-level down to the upper level. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 21: 6.2. Door Opening Failure
It is recommended that the key is stored opposite the control console as shown in Fig 6.2. Fig 6.21 Door Release Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 22: Emergency Lowering (Using In-Car Controls)
6.3. Emergency Lowering (Using In-Car Controls). If your Homelift has been rendered inoperable due to a power failure, it can be lowered using the emergency lowering button inside the car. This can be achieved by following the procedure below: - •... -
Page 23: Servicing & Inspection
The lift must be serviced to the BS 5900 schedule, in addition to this Wessex Lift Co Ltd have routine check lists and lubrication schedules which includes checks on the following: - •... -
Page 24: Routine Care And Maintenance
This is located adjacent to the lift. • A variety of household cleaners can be used to clean your Homelift, but please be sure that you do not use abrasive cleaners of any form and that the cloth used is damp and not soaking wet. -
Page 25: Emergency Breakdown Service
EMERGENCY BREAKDOWN SERVICE Contact your service provider if the lift is outside the warranty period and is different from Wessex Lift Co Ltd. Wessex customer service department is manned between 8.15am to 5.15pm, Monday to Friday (except public holidays) and field service engineers operate during the same hours. -
Page 26: 10. Change Of Use
A change in duty cycle (number of journeys per hour). Any such changes to the use of the lift must be discussed with Wessex Lift Co Ltd who will be best able to advise whether any alterations to the installation will be required. -
Page 27: Safety Instructions For Maintenance Personnel
It is safety critical that any parts replaced are correct. Use of incorrect parts may affect the safety of the lift. Spare parts must be sourced from Wessex Lift Co. Ltd. Waste items and fluids must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner. -
Page 28: Electrical Safety
11.3 Hydraulic Safety The hydraulic system on the Wessex Homelift operates under high pressure. The hydraulic oil is mineral-based. Fluid released from a pressurised hydraulic system can penetrate skin and lead to injury. Before examining or working on the hydraulic system, ensure there is no pressure in the system. -
Page 29: Technical Information
20A and fused at 10A. The supply is wired back to the main distribution board where protection of 16A is provided. 12.3 Noise emission The emission sound pressure level at the user’s position is not expected to exceed 70 db(A). Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 30: Appendicies & Quick Start Guide
The following appendices are designed to be a step by step guide and can be removed from this manual if required. The pages can be laminated and placed at the upper and lower locations for reference purposes. Homelift (VM) – User Manual VM00 7105 Wessex Lift Co Ltd... -
Page 31: Appendix A - Calling The Lift (Step By Step Guide)
Appendix A – ‘Calling the Lift’ & travelling up (with lift at upper floor level, and user at ground floor level) step by step guide. 1. If the controls are not working check the key-switch is on (if fitted). See Figure 1. Note: The ON position will change, as both upper and lower call stations can be turned on &... -
Page 32: Appendix B - Calling The Lift (Step By Step Guide)
Appendix B – ‘Calling the Lift’ & travelling down (with lift at lower floor level, and user at upper floor level) - step by step guide. 1. If the controls are not working check the key-switch is on (if fitted). See Figure 1. Note: The ON position will change, as both upper and lower call stations can be turned on &... -
Page 33: Appendix C - Changing Direction Of Travel (Step By Step Guide)
Appendix C – Changing direction during travel - step by step guide. DURING TRAVEL IN ANY DIRECTION 1. Press and release the Stop Button on the control console. Figure 1 – In-car Control Console 2. Wait for 3 seconds. 3. Press and release either direction Green arrow button... -
Page 34: Appendix D - Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity (Original) The manufacturer of the products covered by this declaration is: - ‘Wessex Lift Co Ltd’, Budds Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 0HA, United Kingdom Declare that under sole responsibility that the products Vertical Platform Lift ‘Homelift’...
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