Platform lift

A 5000
Operating and maintenance instructions

Cibes Lift AB, P.O. Box 6, SE-811 02 Järbo (Sweden)

Telephone: +46-290-295 50
Fax: +46-290-295 69
E-mail: service@cibeslift.com, Web: http://www.cibeslift.com Rev. H0409
 Contents
1 Safety instructions .................................................................................... 2
1.1 General............................................................................................................ 2
1.2 Safety actions prior to working on the platform lift .......................................... 2
1.3 Risk of crushing .............................................................................................. 5
1.4 Frequency converter ........................................................................................ 5
1.5 Action to be taken in the event of an electrical accident ................................... 5
2 Operating instructions ............................................................................. 6
2.1 Operation of the platform lift ........................................................................... 6
2.1.1 Control panel ........................................................................................... 6
2.2 Emergency situation ........................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Emergency alarm ..................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 Manual lowering or raising ...................................................................... 7
2.2.3 Emergency door release ........................................................................... 8
3 Design and configuration ......................................................................... 9
3.1 Configuration .................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Platform lift shaft and shaft walls .................................................................. 12
3.2.1 Shield wall ............................................................................................. 15
3.3 Doors and Gates ............................................................................................ 16
3.3.1 Key locking............................................................................................ 17
3.3.2 Electric automatic door power opener..................................................... 18
3.4 Lighting ........................................................................................................ 18
3.5 Finish ............................................................................................................ 18
3.6 Electrical compartment .................................................................................. 18
4 Fault finding ........................................................................................... 22
Configure jumpers on the door node ......................................................... 25
5 Maintenance ........................................................................................... 29
5.1 General.......................................................................................................... 29
5.2 Machinery ..................................................................................................... 29
5.2.1 Lubrication ............................................................................................ 29
5.2.2 Visual inspection of drive nut ................................................................. 30
5.2.3 Drive unit .............................................................................................. 31
5.2.3.1 Adjustment of the brake motor ........................................................... 32
Service mode ............................................... Fel! Bokmärket är inte definierat.
5.3 Platform lift ................................................................................................... 33
5.4 Shaft .............................................................................................................. 35
5.5 Electrical compartment .................................................................................. 35
6 Code compliance .................................................................................... 36
6.1 Directive and Standards ................................................................................. 36
Marking ............................................................................................................... 36
7 Technical specification ........................................................................... 37
7.1 Platform lift A 5000....................................................................................... 37
8 Special tools............................................................................................ 38
9 Spare parts ............................................................................................. 38

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1 Safety instructions
1.1 General
Work on the platform lift may only be carried out by trained and competent persons.

1.2 Safety actions prior to working on the platform lift

The lift unit must be isolated at the external isolator switch prior to opening the electrical
compartment. The external isolator switch should remain off until the work is completed.
Before work or manual lowering or raising takes place, the power supply to the platform
lift must always be switched off at the platform lift’s main power switch.

Switch off the main power switch as follows:

1. Remove the electrical compartment panel situated on the right or left hand side of
the platform lift door, on the bottom landing. The main power switch is behind the
panel. The electrical compartment could also be situated on another floor, or be
situated in an external electrical compartment.

2. Switch off the lift units main power switch and place a warning sign prominently at
each platform lift entrance advising of work in process.

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 6. 8.

7.

8.

3.

2. 4.
1.
5.

Figure 1 Electrical compartment, lower Part. The figure shows the right machine in operation
mode.

Pos Description Pos Description

1 Sign for crank direction 5 Safety pit prop handle
2 Emergency hand crank 6 Circuit breaker
3 Clamping attachments 7 Shield wall opener
4 Sign for the safety prop 8 Emergency release key

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 When working in the shaft enclosure underneath the platform

When work is taking place in the shaft enclosure underneath the platform, the
platform must be driven up at least a metre. Before entering underneath the platform
the safety pit prop (Figure 2 pos5) must first be activated by turning the safety pit
prop handle to its active safety position from outside of the lift. (Figure 2 pos1) To
activate the safety pit prop handle pull out the adjustment bolt and move the handle
over to the safety position as shown on the sign. (Figure 2 pos3) When the handle is in
its safety position, the safety pit prop is activated, the electrical current is switched off
and the door lock bolt is in open position with the aid of the wire (Figure 2 pos2).

3.
6. 2.

1.

5.

4.

Figure 2 Lift shaft and electrical compartment, lower part. The figure shows the right machine with the
safety pit prop handle in active safety position
Item Description Item Description

1 Handle for the safety pit prop 4 Emergency stop button

2 Wire to door lock from handle 5 Safety pit prop
3 Sign for the safety pit prop 6 Break contact switch to electrically
interlock the safety circuit

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1.3 Risk of crushing

WARNING – Risk of crushing

There is a risk of crushing when checking for self-sustaining. Take

great care whilst working.
* Self Sustaining i.e. No movement of the platform lift unless under power

1.4 Frequency converter

IMPORTANT! If the platform lift is driven by a frequency
converter the main power switch must be turned off for at least
20 minutes to allow the condensers to discharge. There is a
risk of serious electric shock if this procedure is not followed
when working on the frequency converter.

1.5 Action to be taken in the event of an electrical accident

The following action is to be taken in the event of an electrical accident:

1. Switch off the power immediately. If this is not possible then the person affected must
be removed from the power source. When removing the person, a non-conducting
material must be used, for instance, rubber gloves. If possible the person freeing the
accident victim should stand on non-conducting material.

2. Call the person on-site who is trained to do first aid.

3. Call the Emergency services.

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2 Operating instructions
2.1 Operation of the platform lift
2.1.1 Control panel
The platform is equipped with a handrail and a control panel with large, easy to use push
buttons. The control panel has an alarm button (5), an emergency stop button (4) and a
number of directional landing buttons (2), see Figure 3. There are outside “call” buttons
at each landing.

The push button must be kept depressed throughout the travel. If released, the platform lift
will stop immediately. When the platform lift reaches the correct landing, it will stop
automatically.

The inside platform push buttons take priority over the outside landing call buttons, i.e. the
outside landing call buttons will not work if someone is travelling at the same time.

In the event of an emergency situation, there is an emergency stop button. This button cuts
off the power to the platform lift which will stop immediately. The emergency stop button
must after it has been depressed be turned clockwise to enable the platform lift to operate
again. Always check that the emergency stop button is not depressed if the platform lift is
not working.

Figure 3 Control panel

Item Description Item Description

1 Manufacture details 4 Emergency stop

2 Directional landing push buttons 5 Alarm button
3 Service panel lock 6 Safe working load plate

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2.2 Emergency situation
2.2.1 Emergency alarm
The platform lift is equipped with an emergency alarm button to allow a person who is
trapped to summon help in the event of a breakdown. When this button is pressed, an
emergency alarm sounds. According to statutory regulations, the emergency signal button
must be connected to an alarm centre. Different regulations operate in various countries.

Power is supplied to the alarm by the emergency battery in the event of a power cut. In
addition, the platform lift can be connected to a local emergency telephone or to the
telephone network. One of the three following alternatives can be used:

 Emergency alarm

The emergency alarm device sounds as long as the emergency alarm button is
depressed. If the button is pressed for longer than 10 seconds, a signal can be
transferred to an alarm centre, to a reception or to some alternative location.

 Emergency alarm and telephone

The emergency alarm device sounds as long as the emergency alarm button is pressed
down. In addition to the emergency alarm, the platform lift has a telephone. The line to
the telephone network is connected if the emergency signal button is pressed down for
more than 10 seconds.

 Lift telephone
The telephone connection is always open. The lift telephone is accessible without
activating the emergency alarm button.
 Emergency alarm and emergency auto dial telephone
The emergency alarm device will sound as long as the emergency alarm button is
pressed down. In addition to the emergency alarm, the platform lift is equipped with a
telephone. The line out to the telephone network is connected if the emergency alarm
button is pressed down for more than 10 seconds. The telephone will automatically call
a pre-programmed number so that an operator can summon assistance.
 In some countries, it is permitted to equip the platform lift with an intercom
telephone with a fast connection between the sender and the recipient.
The line to the emergency telephone/lift telephone is reset automatically after an hour.
It can also be reset manually with the reset button situated on the alarm charge card in
the platform lift’s electrical compartment (see Figure 13 for location).

2.2.2 Manual lowering or raising

If the platform lift should stop and not restart, the platform can be manually lowered or
lifted by using a manual crank. The crank is usually located at the bottom landing inside
the electrical compartment (it may sometime be situated on another landing) It is easier to
lower the platform lift downwards if it has stopped between two floors. It is possible to
move the platform lift upwards but it requires much greater effort.

Move the platform lift manually in the following way:

1. Switch off the main power switch in the electrical compartment (see section 1.2).

2. Release the manual crank (2) from the clamps (3), see Figure 1. (If not in place, check that
the crank is not stored elsewhere).

3. Move the platform lift manually in either direction. The rotation is shown on the sign (Figure
1item1) beside the crank.

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 2.2.3 Emergency door release
If a breakdown occurs, emergency opening of the doors is possible both from the outside
and from the inside of the shaft.

Emergency opening from the outside

Carry out fault finding in accordance with section 0 ”Fault finding” and then manual
lowering or raising according to section 2.2.2 “Manual lowering or raising”.

Emergency release the door according to the following.

1. Switch off the power in accordance with section 1.2 ”Safety actions prior to starting
work on the platform lift”.

2. Remove the plastic plug that is located above the door.

3. If the unit has a triangular shaped key insert it over the lock release pin and turn it to
operate the lock.

4. For A60 and half height the plastic plug is placed to the right respectively left of
the door leaf. I.e. the same side as the closing edge.

Figure 4 Emergency opening of the platform lift door from the outside

Item Description
1 Plug, emergency opening

Emergency opening from inside the shaft enclosure

Do not enter the lift shaft without putting the safety pit prop in position according to
Figure 2. There is a wire with a handle for angle mounted door fronts.

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3 Design and configuration
3.1 Configuration
The platform lift is accessible in several variations, with up to seven landings. The upper
landing is available as normal front or half front. The door openings have through entry or
adjacent entry. The most common variations are shown on pages 9 to 11.
As an option, the platform lift may be delivered with a frequency converter, 1 phase or 3
phase, which enables the platform lift to start and stop smoothly.

Figure 5 Two landings

Item Description Item Description

1 Upper landing gate, through 4 Single entry
entry
2 Through entry 5 Half front, adjacent entry
3 Half front 6 Adjacent entry

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 Figure 6 Three landings

Item Description Item Description

1 Through entry 3 Adjacent, through entry
2 Through entry, 3 floor passage 4 Adjacent entry, 3 floor

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 Figure 7 Up to six landings

Item Description
1 1100 mm high gate, upper landing
2 Single entry, 3 landings

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3.2 Platform lift shaft and shaft walls
The shaft is constructed from modular panels which can be supplied as steel faced or of
toughened laminated glass. The steel panels offer sound resistance as they are made from
steel faced, cellular plastic. The “tongue and groove” edges ensure a totally smooth
surface on the inside and outside of the shaft enclosure.

Figure 8 Shaft with glazed walls

Item Description Item Description

1 Long side 4 Standard panel, short side and long side
2 Short side 5 Aluminium profiles on shaft wall panels
3 Glazed panel, short side and 6 Aluminium profiles on shield wall panels
long side

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 3.2.1 Shield wall

In the event of having to dismantle a single panel, which can be done anywhere
on the shield wall, the shield wall opener should be used which is provided with
every platform lift. See Figure 1 pos7.
Place the shield wall opener as shown in Figure 9, and press on the handle until
the snap on profile releases its grip on the shield wall profile.
The rest of the snap on profile can then easily be loosened by hand. Remove the
snap on profiles on both sides of the shield wall panel. In order to remove a shield
wall panel in the middle of the enclosure, the snap on profiles will have to be
removed on two shield wall panels. The shield wall panels are then removed one
at a time.

Note! When dismantling shield wall panels under the lifting platform, the safety
pit prop must always be in its activated safety position in accordance with
section 1.2 “Safety actions prior to working on the platform lift”

When mounting, replace the shield wall panels and set the snap on profile in the
groove and press along the whole of the snap on profile so that a clicking sound
can be heard from the profile.

Push

Figure 9 Dismantling of the shield wall

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3.3 Doors and Gates
The doors or gates are single panel and hinged on either side. Four types are
available dependent on the amount of glazing required (see fig. 11 and 12). The door
lock installed on the adjacent long sides are controlled by a linear motor. A one-hour
fire resistant door can be supplied. Aluminium doors for long side has a clear opening
of 1050 x 2000, to make in and out passage easier for persons confined to
wheelchair. As standard the doors give a clear opening of 900 mm wide by 2000 mm
high.

Figure 10 Gates

Item Description
1 Gate, short side, type A1
2 Gate, long side, type A4

Figures 11 and 12 show all types of gates or doors available. The doors can also be
hinged on the right side. All doors can be equipped with automatic electric door
power operators. The power door operators can in turn be equipped with remote
controls.

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 Figure 11 Doors

Item Description
1 Door, short side, type A1 or type A60 1)
2 Door, short side, type A2
3 Door, long side, type A4

1) Fire-resistant

3.3.1 Key locking

As an optional extra, the platform lift can be supplied with various alternatives of
key locking.

Alt.1 A spring-back key lock replaces the Call-button. The door is locked after
desired time frame between 10 – 30 seconds. The door lock is unlocked
when the key lock is activated.

Alt.2 Key lock in series with Call-button, otherwise see alt. 1.

Alt.3 The platform lift is equipped with the key power switch on/off. Located
on the lifting platform’s control panel or on the fronts and connected to
the operating circuit. It can also be located externally.

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 3.3.2 Electric automatic door power opener
As an optional extra, the doors can be equipped with automatic door power
openers. See the door power opener manual for a description of the function

Figure 12 Automatic door power opener

Item Description
1 Door power opener
2 Arm
3 Guide rail

3.4 Lighting
The platform lift is equipped with an emergency lighting situated above the
control panel. This lighting is lit in the event of a power cut, and works from a
12V emergency battery with power to last for 2 hours.

3.5 Finish
All steel doors are finished in factory applied primer as standard. The platform is
powder coated.

3.6 Electrical compartment

The electrical compartment is usually located at the bottom landing and can be
accessed by removing a lockable panel. Placement may vary see section 1.2 step 1.

There is a reset button on the battery charger that should be pressed to reset the alarm
system. See Figure 13 pos 2.

See figure 1 for the electrical compartment's lower section.

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 1. Alarmcard

2. Reset button (alarm)

3. Button for brake release

4. Pushbutton up or down

5. Transformer

6. Fuses

Filter

8. Safety/motor protection switch

Figure 13 Electrical compartment, upper section

Variations may occur depending of equipment.

3.7
The lift is equipped with a micro computer based control system. The printed
circuit board behind the lift platform’s access panel is designated master node.

In the upper section of each door front, a printed circuit board is mounted, this is
designated door node.

Depending on the equipment on the lift and number of landings, there are some
variations of the jumper placements on the master - and door node. Existing
variations of the jumper placements is shown below.

The jumper placements for respective platform lift are shown on the wiring
diagram.

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 Indications during operation
The LED’s shows the action that is performed during normal operation, and if any switch in
the safety circuit is affected. Following actions are indicated (se below):

Indications
The master node LED is flashing once a
second, a landing LED is lit.
The master node LED is flashing once
every other second, a landing LED is lit.
The master node LED is lit, LED for
landing 1 flashes once a second.
The master node LED is lit, LED for
landing 2 flashes once a second.
The master node LED is lit, LED for
landing 3 flashes once a second.
The master node LED is lit, LED for
landing 4 flashes once a second.
The master node LED is lit, LED for
landing 5 flashes once a second.
Action
The door on a landing is open.
The lock plunger on indicated landing is
not down.
The pit prop or emergency stop in the
shaft is activated.
The nut wear sensor switch is activated.
Switch, safety edge is activated.
The emergency stop button on the panel
is activated.
The access panel on the lift platform is
open.

1 The master node LED is flashing once a second, LED 3 is lit = Door landing 3 is not closed.

2: The master node LED is flashing once every other second, LED 2 is lit = The lock plunger landing 2 is
not in locked position.

3: The master node LED is lit, LED 1 is flashing = The pit prop is moved out or the emergency stop in the
shaft is activated.

4: The master node LED is lit, LED 2 is flashing = The nut wear sensor switch is activated.

5: The master node LED is lit, LED 3 is flashing = Switch, safety edge is activated.

6: The master node LED is lit, LED 4 is flashing = The emergency stop button on the panel is activated.

7: The master node LED is lit, LED 5 is flashing = The access panel on the lift platform is open.

Above indications during operation.

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 Here are the LEDs for the
Below, a figure of the master node landings. Landing 0 is the
highest and landing 6 the
lowest.

Here is the LED

to the master
node.

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4 Fault finding
Check the following if the platform lift does not operate:

Fault indication Possible cause Action taken

The platform lift does not
start.
The emergency stop is pressed in.
A door is not closed.
The safety edge is jammed down.
The power is switched off.
The main fuse has blown.
The fuse has blown.
Motor protection
Reset the emergency stop by
turning the button clockwise.
Check that all doors are closed.
Check that the safety edge moves
freely.
Check that the main isolator (and
any external isolator switch) is
switched on.
Check the fuses in the external
isolator (16 A, delay action).
Check the automatic fuse behind
the front panel on the lower
landing has not tripped.
The motor protection may have
tripped.

Fault indications
If a fault occur when the lift is configured for normal operation, there are alarms for the
following faults: ( see table below ).

Indication Fault
The master node LED is lit and a landing Node does not answer for the
LED is flashing. corresponding landing for which the LED
flashes.
The master node LED is flashing and
LED for landing 1 is lit. The pulse count does not work.

* The master node LED is flashing and

LED for landing 2 is lit. A door lock could not be unlocked.

* The master node LED is flashing and

LED for landings 1 and 2 are lit. A door lock could not lock.

* The master node LED is flashing and A door could not be opened. (with door
LED for landing 3 is lit. opener)
* The master node LED is flashing and A door could not be closed. (with door
LED for landings 1 and 3 are lit. opener)
* The master node LED is flashing and One or several invalid numbers in the
LED for landings 2 and 3 are lit. e2prom memory.

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 * The master node LED is flashing and The landing contact at any landing does
LED for landings 1,2 and 3 are lit. not respond.
The master node LED is flashing and
LED for landing 4 is lit. Phase fault

The master node LED flashes 2 times/sec

When there is now fault in the system, the master node LED and LEDs for installed
landings are lit ( see table below ).

1: The master node LED is lit, LED 3 flashes = Door node 3 does not respond

2: The master node LED is flashing, LED 1 is lit = Pulse counting does not work.

* 3: The master node LED is flashing, LED 2 is lit = A lock could not be unlocked.

* 4: The master node LED is flashing, LED 1and 2 are lit = A lock could not lock.

* 5: The master node LED is flashing, LED 3 is lit = A door could not be opened.

* 6: The master node LED is flashing, LED 1 and 3 are lit = A door could not be closed

* 7: The master node LED is flashing, LED 2 and 3 are lit = Faulty e2prom

8: The master node LED is flashing, LED 1, 2 and 3 are lit = Landing contact does not respond

9. The master node LED is flashing, LED 4 is lit = Phase fault

10: Four door nodes in the system, everything is working

Above LED indications.

The master node is flashing 2 times/sec
*) In normal mode, the latest fault is shown during approx. 2 seconds when the power is
switched on.

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 Configure jumpers on the master node
The platform lift may be configured to operate different programs. This is done by mounting a jumper(s) (J1)
according to the following. Two black dots means that a jumper is connected.

1. Normal mode. At normal operation of the platform lift.

2. Setup mode. At configuration of the landings.
3. Assembly mode. At assembly of the platform lift.

S1 S2 S3

1.

2.

3.

Here, a text shows how the

jumpers shall be
connected.

J1

The jumpers are connected

here.

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 5 Setup mode

When the Master node is configured in Setup mode (see “ Different Run modes”), the Master LED is on, see
figure below. To do the setup for each and every landing the following adjustments have to be done:

 Begin the setup with the platform at the bottom landing.

 Defining the number of doors.
First press the alarm button (about ½ a sec), then the button for the lowest level (Door node LED for
landing 0 should be on), then press the button for the top level.
Now the LED:s for all the doors that are in the system, should be on. The LED:s should go off after two
seconds, and the Master LED will blink 2 times a sec.

 OBS! For the next step. Remember that the platform will not automaticly
stop at any level! Be attentive and let the button up when platform is in
position at top level.
 Defining the position of each landing.
Press the button and run the lift up to the top level, stop, and then go down to the bottom landing.
When completed, the Master LED and the Door LED´s for the specific number of doors should be on;
now the setup is done.

 Switch off the power, set the system in Normal mode. Switch the power on again, the system will now
read the new parameters, and is ready for operation in normal mode.

Fig.1
1: Master LED is on.

Fig.2
2: Master LED and node 1 is on.

Fig.3
3: Master LED is on, and there are (in this example) 5 landings in the system.

Fig.4
4: Master LED is blinking and node LED:s are off.

Fig.5

5: Master LED and nodes 1-5 are on. All 5 levels are defined.

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 School locking

When the lift is equipped with a school locking system it is possible to alter delay time for the doors being
locked. This is effectuated by placing the jumpers S4 –S6 (J1 on the masternode) in different positions.
Delay time is possible from 10 to 31 sec, in steps of 3 sec.

S4 S5 S6 S4 S5 S6
1. 5.

2. 6.

3. 7.

4.
8.

Delay time in seconds before door locking

1. 31 sec
2. 28 sec
3. 25 sec
4. 22 sec
5. 19 sec
6. 16 sec
7. 13 sec
8. 10 sec

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Configuration of nod-ID on the door node

To assign an ID-number to the node, jumpers are connected to C2, C1 and C0. These are
located on the door node (J3). Two black dots next to each other means that a jumper is
connected.

1. Node for landing 0. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

2. Node for landing 1. C2
3. Node for landing 2.
4. Node for landing 3. C1
5. Node for landing 4.
6. Node for landing 5. C0
7. Node for landing 6.

Below figure of a node board

J3
Here are the
jumpers C2, C1
and C0
connected. This
assigns an ID-
number to the
node.

Here is a text shown how

the jumpers hall be
connected.

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 Configure jumpers on the door node
S1 S2
1.

Strp1:
Connected when the door is equipped with a door opener.
Strp2:
Connected when the door is equipped with an emergency signal.

CANTERM J1.
NOTE ! Always to be mounted on the last door node. I.e. if the electrical compartment is on the
lower landing, jumper J1 on the highest landing.

Here is the jumper connected on the last

door node.

J1

Here are the

J3 jumpers C2, C1
and C0 connected.
This assigns an ID
number to the door.

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6 Maintenance
6.1 General
Maintenance on the platform lift should only be carried out by trained and competent
persons in accordance with the recommendations from the supplier but must be done
at least once a year as a minimum. Maintenance should be carried out to the
following items:

 the machinery
 the lifting platform.
 the shaft
 the electrical compartment

Follow the maintenance procedures below.

6.2 Machinery
6.2.1 Lubrication
1. Dismantle the shield wall panel according to section 3.2.1

2. Drive the platform lift to the lower landing.

3. Switch off the power following the procedure in 1.2 “safety actions prior to
working on the platform lift”.

4. Unlock the service panel on the platform and remove the panel from its position.
Figure 3 item 3

5. Check the lubrication sponge for wear and flexibility. If the sponge is worn,
replace it with an equivalent sponge or order a new sponge from Cibes Lift AB.

6. Fill the oil container, see Figure 14. The container holds 0.4 litres. Lubrication
oil is to be Omega SAE20 or equivalent (transmission oil with reinforced
adhesiveness). Saturate the sponge and refill.

7. Clean the machinery of any dirt, dust and oil splashes, using a mild soap solution.

8. IMPORTANT! If the platform lift is driven by a frequency

converter the main power switch must be turned off for at least 20
minutes to allow the condensers to discharge. There is a risk of
serious electric shock if this procedure is not followed when
working on the frequency converter.
9. Mount the shield wall panel according to section 3.2.1.

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 1. 2.
6.
13. 3. 4.

11. 5.

10.

9. 7.

12.

8.

Figure 14 The machinery behind the platform lift's access (service) panel
Item Description Item Description

1 Lift nut 8 Motor

2 Limit switch for mechanical 9 Oil container for screw
overload protection lubrication
3 Drive belt 10 Lubricating sponge
4 Motor fixing bolt 11 Nut wear sensor switch
5 Tension adjustment bolt 12 Mechanical overload lever
6 Safety nut, flange 13 Sensor for pulse counting, option
7 Drive screw

6.2.2 Visual inspection of drive nut

1. Check the nut wear with the gauge mounted at the safety nut lower edge. At a new
assembly, the lower edge of the gauge shall be aligned with the safety nut lower
edge. When the gauge upper part is aligned with the safety nut lower edge is the
wear 2 mm, the drive unit shall be replaced. The replacement shall be performed
by authorised service personnel.

NOTE!
If the drive nut is completely worn, the platform will sink down on to the
safety nut. The wear sensor switch (11 Figure 14) will break the electrical
circuit and it will not be possible to operate the platform lift. If this happens,
the platform lift must then be manually cranked to the landing.

2. After replacing the drive nut, adjust the position of the gauge, note the measure X
on the label.

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Figure 15 Label

6.2.3 Drive unit

Check the drive unit does not have excessive “free run”:

Warning!

Read the safety regulations in section 1.2 ”Safety actions prior to working on the
platform lift” and 1.3 ”The risk of crushing”.

1. In order to check the self-sustaining, open the electrical compartment cover

and run the lifting platform up approx. 1.5 metres above the bottom landing.
For location of the operation button, see Figure 13 section 3.6

2. Press on the button in the electrical compartment to release the brake, see. Figure
13 pos 3. The lifting platform should then still remain where it is. Then press
on the operating button () to get the lifting platform in motion. Then release the
operating button. The lifting platform should stop within a metre. If the lifting
platform does not comply with these requirements, contact Cibes Lift AB.

3. Close and lock the service panel (3), see Figure 3, i.e. Note that the service panel
is electrically interlocked.

4. Switch on the main power switch.

5. Place the electrical compartment panel back and lock it.

6. Test run the platform lift.

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 6.2.3.1 Adjustment of the brake motor
When necessary, adjust the motor brake as follows:

1. Unscrew and remove the fan hood (3), see Figure 16.

2. Slacken the fan’s attachment screws (7).

3. Remove the ”O” ring (4).

4. Insert feelers (t = 0.6 mm) between the brake disk (5) and the brake shoe (2).

5. Tighten the shaft end centre screw using the feeler gauge to measure the correct
gap.

6. Tighten the fan’s attachment screws evenly with a force of between 13– 15 Nm.

7. Ensure the centre screw is tight and remove the feelers.

8. Position the ”O” ring.

9. Refit the fan hood.

10. Retention the drive belt and lock the motor into position.

11. Close and lock the service panel.

12. Switch on the main isolator.

13. Test run the platform lift.

Figure 16 The brake motor

Item Description Item Description

1 Fixing screw (fan hood) 6 Fan blade
2 Brake shoe 7 Attachment screw (Fan)
3 Fan hood 8 Centre screw
4 ”O” ring 9 Gap
5 Brake disk
up down

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 6.3 Platform lift

1. Check that the directional buttons on the platform console are functioning
correctly.

2. Check that the platform lift stops when the emergency stop button is pressed.
Reset the button by turning the button clockwise.

3. Advise the customer that the alarms are being tested. Check that the alarm sounds
when the button is pressed. If connected to a remote alarm, press and hold the
button for 10 seconds. The remote alarm should then sound, see section 2.2.1. If
the platform lift has a telephone, check that it functions correctly.

4. Reset the alarm with the re-set button on the alarm charge card. See Figure 13
pos 3. It resets automatically after an hour.

5. Check that the sensitive edge and the safety edge function during operation.
The platform lift should stop if either of these are pressed down.

Figure 17 Position of sensitive edges

Item Description
1 Door frame
2 Sensitive edge
3 Safety edge
4 Door panel

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 Figure 18 Striking plate

Item Description Item Description

1 Locking screw for striking 4 Adjustment allowance
plate
2 Lock bolt 5 Door
3 Striking plate

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6.4 Shaft

1. Switch off the power in accordance with section 1.2 ”Safety action to be taken
prior to working on the platform lift”.

2. Check the trailing cables for wear.

3. Remove any dirt or dust and generally clean.

4. Check the door closer function. Check that the electric door opener functions as
well if fitted.

5. Check the electrical contacts in the door and in the door frame. It should not be
possible to operate the platform lift when the door is open. Check also that the
platform lift does not stop if an attempt is made to open the door during travel.

6. Check that the lock bolts locate correctly in their positions.

7. Check the gap with the door closed. If the gap is too large, there is a risk that
the door contact will not make contact. If the gap is too little, the lock
engagement will not be correct. Adjust the striking plate if necessary. See
Figure 18.

8. Check the safety prop. Run the lift with the operating buttons. Pull the
adjustment bolt and release the arm of the safety prop, when it leaves its
position, the lift should stop. Note! this is to be done before the lock bolt in
the door lock has been lifted.

5.5 Electrical compartment

1. The battery in the electrical compartment should be replaced every three years.

2. Check and, if necessary, adjust the lock operating cable connected to the pit prop
operating handle.

3. Refit the panel on the electrical compartment and lock it.

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7 Code compliance
7.1 Directive and Standards
The platform lift A 5000 and is EC type-tested and certified and comply with the
following Directive and standards:

 Machinery Directive 98/37/EC European Machinery Directive.

 AFS 1994:48 (AFS 1993:10) Swedish National Board of Occupational Safety
and Health, Code of Statutes.
 ISO 9386-1 ISO standard for vertical platform lifts
 prEN 81-41 European standard for vertical platform lifts
 SS2097-7 Swedish standard for low speed platform lifts.
 EN 50 081-1, Class 1 Electro-magnetic radiation and screening
 EN 50 082-1, Class 1 Electro-magnetic radiation and screening
 BFS 1995:3 Swedish National Board of Housing,
Building and Planning regulations

7.2 Marking

Figure 19 Marking N.B.The type plate

could vary in design

Item Description
1 Model type
2 Serial number
3 Service company
4 Manufacturing date

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8 Technical specification
8.1 Platform lift A 5000
Rated load 4 persons or maximum 400 kg with a width of 1 004
mm

4 persons or maximum 350 kg with a width of 1 104

mm

Rated speed 9 m/min (0.15 m/s)

Travel height Max. 9 m

No. of landings 2–7

Platform size 1) 1467 x 1004 mm, 1467 x 1104 mm.

Clear opening width 1) 900 mm

Clear opening, height 1) 2 000 mm

Cable size 2) 5 x 2.5 mm2

Main voltage 3) 400 V, 50 Hz, 3-phase

Frequency converter (optional extra) 230 V, 50 Hz, 1-fas

Motor power 2.2 kW, short-circuited brake motor

Main fuses 2), 3) 16 A

Rated current 5.4 A

Control voltage 1 24 V AC

Control voltage 2 32 V DC

Control fuse 1 T2A

Control fuse 2 T 10 A

Panel lighting 12 V, 5 W lamp

Operating button light 24 V diode

Sound level (alarm) < 70 dB(A)

Control Micro computer based system

Landing adjustment By pulse counting and landing contacts

1)
Standard design. Other measurements available on request.
2)
Not included in delivery.
3)
Depending on country codes.

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9 Special tools
The platform lift is supplied with the following special tools:

No. Special tool Note

1 Key Service panel and electrical compartment
2 Emergency opening key Doors
3 Feeler Gauge Drive nut

10 Spare parts
The platform lift has an expected life of 25 years and does not normally require spare
parts during maintenance. However, spare parts can always be ordered from Cibes
Lift distributors or from Cibes Lift AB.

Postal address Street address Telephon Telefax Org. Nr Cibes Lift AB

P.O.Box 6, SE-811 02 Järbo Spelbovägen 9 +46 (0)290-295 50 +46 (0)290-295 69 556226-7806 Member of EPSA
Sweden E-mail: service@cibeslift.com Web: www.cibeslift.com

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