Garage Gator GGR220 Instructions / Assembly
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1. 14 9 Attach the hook bar to the cables 14 10 Install the hand control switch holder hook 15 11 Plug in the unit 15 12 Test the unit 15 13 Using the key lock feature 15 Operatung MM StRICTIONG tccccecnsceacscecccastcacsenseanceanseonseesseasneceatcescansecensaaatancecaseenceanstaate 16 COACH MA TO ir UG liste etcetera anecesnseaascanccacesceceeascoseradeaaceessseestueeenetes anenevenewen even eees 17 MAMENANG saa E E E T T E E E 17 SPECIMENON a E E E E E eee 17 LIMOSO WANNAN Y eserse anir E E E AAEE 18 Parts MISE vice cicadeccudeeddwacduelicativcdveedieudunesiendavsadeudeondededanucewsisenevseaseweueslsweaeeebcenanentsenese 19 SAFETY INFORMATION Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit When you see the safety symbol on the following pages this will alert you of the possibility of serious injuries or death if you do not comply with the corresponding instructions The hazard may come from something mechanical or from electric shock Read the instructions carefully A WARNING To reduce the risk of severe injury or death 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS If you have any2. V BRO PRODUCTS RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT Model GGR220 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed Exclusively by V BRO PRODUCTS www GarageGator com For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 888 GATOR 08 Save this manual for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit SECTION PAGE Safety Information occsacesacctacedsectcnstuchoncacecGonancnedanonstehonsactuhonstadaiondnmeisautehubonsienstoneds 3 TOOS NC COCO ee EE EE EE E EEEE 4 CON AVENO eere E E 5 Major components 5 Parts 6 HAON IN S COINS E anecieeeee ett eecteesiaes 7 1 Determine motor mounting plate location on the ceiling 2 Install the motor mounting plate to the ceiling 8 3 Attach the motor hoist to the motor mounting plate 9 4 Connect and install the first spacer channel bar 10 5 Connect and install the second spacer channel bar 11 6 Connect and install the spacer channel pulley bar 12 Install the cable over the channel bar pulley 13 8 Assemble the hook bar
3. Contact us toll free V Bro Products 28114 County Road 561 Tavares Florida 32778 1 888 GATO R 08 888 GATOR 08 fax 352 742 0702 email info garagegator com MAINTENANCE Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit 1 Check to be sure the motor is properly attached to its mounting plate Make sure the bolts are tight 2 Periodically check the condition of the electrical cords plugs and controls SPECIFICATIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit Model Garage Gator 220 Load Capacity 220 Ibs Lifting Height 117 inches Lifting Speed 33 ft min Cable Length 165 inches Cable Diameter 1 8 inch Voltage 120V 60 HZ 4 5 Amps Motor 3 4 HP 17 LIMITED WARRANTY What is covered Any defect in material and workmanship from personal normal household use in accordance with the Owner s Manual For how long Garage Gator Model 220 One year from date of purchase Who Gets the Warranty The warranty is limited to the consumer who originally purchased the product Geographic Scope This warranty applies only to the Residential Motorized Storage Unit
4. FIG 9 Step 10 Install the hand control switch holder hook Secure the hand control switch holder hook T to a convenient location on the closest appropriate wall by removing the protective paper from the adhesive strip then adhere the hook to the wall by applying pressure with your fingers SEE FIG 10 Step 11 Plug in the unit FIG 10 Plug in the motor hoist B to the nearest 120 volt power outlet You may wish to use the power cord cable clamps R and the 2 wood screws S to secure the power cord or extension cord not provided to the ceiling or wall Step 12 Test the unit Press and hold the rocker switch on the hand control to raise and lower the hook bar When the hook bar reaches the uppermost travel point the ring above the cable hook will trigger the limit switch ceasing upward movement SEE FIG 11 Step 13 FIG 11 Using the key lock feature To prevent unauthorized use the GG220 is equipped with a key lock feature SEE FIG 12 When the key is turned to the OFF position and removed from the hand control switch the unit will not function until the key is reinserted and turned to the ON position FIG 12 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit TO RAISE OR LOWER THE HOOK BAR Do not stand under the lift Turn the key in the hand control switch to the ON position Press and hold the rocker switch in the direction you want the
5. questions or do not understand an Instruction contact V Bro Products 2 Donot use to lift people or animals 3 Do not use to support a load over people or animals 4 Never operate while hand s are near moving parts 5 Do not stand under lift 6 Let unit cool down for 10 minutes after every cycle Garage Gorilla Motorized Storage Unitnit a Power drill with Vi wood drill bit LI Step ladder Ll Pliers LJ Safety glasses Lo L Ratchet and socket Te L Adjustable open ended wrench Dha LJ Phillips screwdriver 1S L Tape measure amp a Pencil O gt L Stud finder optional y CARTON INVENTORY Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit Carefully inspect your new motorized storage unit for any possible damage and or shortage of parts Separate all major components and parts as detailed below and on the next page Do not attempt installation if parts are damaged or missing If parts of your GGR220 are missing or appear damaged call V Bro customer service at 1 888 GATOR 08 Monday Friday 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Time Before calling carefully check the carton as parts may be in the packing material MAJOR COMPONENTS Motor Mounting Plate A IMPORTANT NOTE The motor mounting plate A and motor hoist B are bolted together when shipped IT IS NECESSARY to remove the motor hoist from the motor Motor Hoist B mounting plate by loosening it is not necessary
6. chosen installation area determine the direction of the ceiling joists and the exact location of the ceiling joists by visually checking or using a stud finder or a very fine drill bit e Four installation options are illustrated below Note how the motor mounting plate A and motor hoist B are positioned for your installation in particular the location of the 4 fixed threaded bolts on the motor mounting plate and the 4 1 2 spacer channel bar attachment tab on the motor hoist Motor Mounting Eeee Plate Motor A Perpendicular To Joist Installations Wy OPTION Location of Four 4 4 Spacer Fixed Threaded Channel Bar Bolts on Motor Attachment Tab Mounting Plate on Motor Hoist alle Channel OPTION Bars i D Step 2 Install the motor mounting plate to the ceiling Position the paper motor mounting template V in the installation area and mark with a pencil the four locations where the lag bolts will be fastened It is very important that the lag bolts are fastened to the center of the joists Use the hole saw drill bit U or cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed view of the width of the joists so the exact center can easily be determined covered ceilings only It may be necessary to again use the motor mounting template and a pencil to mark where the lag bolts are to be fastened Using a power drill with a 1 drill bit attached d
7. the center of the joists Line up the hole in the end opposite the pulley of the spacer channel pulley bar D over the hole in the second spacer channel pulley bar Thread a 1 2 x 2 bolt into the hole and tighten with a ratchet or adjustable wrench until the spacer channel pulley bar is securely fastened SEE FIG 6 Place a washer L over the lag bolts K and using the hex key W fasten the screws into the joist until the spacer channel pulley bar is securely fastened to the joist 12 Install the cable over the channel bar pulley A WARNING Plug in the motor hoist B to the nearest To reduce the risk of electrical 110 volt power outlet shock this equipment hasa l grounded type plug that m vse oy epi ethane bal n lower includes a third grounding e capies untl eet OT Cable IS VISIDIEe l pin This plug will only fit a Unplug the power cord from the outlet grounded type outlet If you donot have a grounded Temporarily remove the pulley at the end of the outlet contact a qualified spacer channel pulley bar D use pliers to electrician to install one DO remove the cotter pin then remove the clevis pin NOT alter the plug in any way to release the pulley SEE FIG 7A amp 7D Place the cable coming out of the rectangular opening closest to the spacer channel bar indicated by arrow in figure 7B over the top of the pulley at the end of the spacer channel pulley bar SEE
8. B Channel spacer pulley bar C Lifting bar D amp H Lifting bar E amp G Lifting bar F Lifting hooks Lifting cables J bolts 19
9. FIG 7B amp 7C CAUTION Use care when handling the cables frayed or rough spots on the cable could cause injury Once the cable has been placed over the pulley reinstall the pulley to its original position insert the clevis pin and refasten the cotter pin SEE FIG 7D A WARNING Be sure to bend the two legs of the cotter pin to ensure that the clevis pin does not slip out 13 Step 8 Assemble the hook bar Assemble the three middle pieces of the hook bar by lining up the spring clips from the hook bar center E to the holes of the hook bar connectors F SEE FIG 8A Slide hooks H and bike cables I onto the assembled piece SEE FIG 8B amp 8C Attach each hook bar end G to the assembled middle section by lining up the slotted holes from the hook bar end to the holes of the hook bar connectors SEE FIG 8D A WARNING Be sure the spring clips are fully inserted into the connector bars FIG 8A FIG 8D Step 9 Attach the hook bar to the cables Attach the hooks at the end of the cables to the hook bar by pressing in the spring clip and inserting the hook into the opening on the hook bar SEE FIG 9 Insert each hook so the spring clip on the hook is pointing toward the hook bar center E NOTE You may wish to slide a hook or bike cable to the hook bar end sections the area on the far side of the hook before attaching the hook to the bar
10. e the mounting tabs on the motor hoist B over top of the four fixed threaded bolts on the motor mounting plate A f there is not enough room between the nuts and the motor mounting plate for the motor hoist mounting tabs it will be necessary to loosen the nuts by turning them counter clockwise Once the motor hoist is properly positioned on the motor mounting plate you can tighten the nuts with a ratchet or adjustable wrench until the motor hoist is securely attached to the motor mounting plate SEE FIG 3 A WARNING Slide the motor hoist until the tabs are firmly against the threaded bolts Do motleave any space between the bolts and the enclosed endof the mounting tabs Step 4 Connect and install the first spacer channel bar Insert the flared end the end without a fixed nut of a spacer channel bar C onto the fixed threaded bolt coming down from the 4 72 spacer channel bar attachment tab on the motor hoist B SEE FIG 4 Press the spacer channel bar flush with the ceiling and mark with a pencil where a lag bolt will be used to attach the bar to the joist Perpendicular joist installation option A or B on page 7 Make a mark at either the 16 hole or 24 hole depending on your joist spacing Remove the spacer channel bar Parallel joist installation option C or D on page 7 Make a mark at the 21 hole Remove the spacer channel bar It is very important that the lag bolt is fast
11. ened to the center of the joist Use the hole saw drill bit U or cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed view of the width of the joist so the exact center can easily be determined It may be necessary to reposition the spacer channel pulley bar and mark with a pencil where the lag bolt is to be fastened Using a power drill with a 1 drill bit attached drill a pilot hole into the center of the joist Insert the flared end the end without a fixed nut of a spacer channel bar onto the fixed bolt coming down from the motor plate tab above the cable spools on the motor hoist SEE FIG 4 Attach a 6mm nut Q to the fixed bolt and tighten with a ratchet or adjustable wrench until the spacer channel bar is securely fastened to the motor hoist SEE FIG 4 Place a lag bolt s K and using the ratchet fasten the bolts s into the joist s until the spacer channel bar is securely fastened FIG 4 10 Step 5 Connect and install the second spacer channel bar Line up the hole in the flared end the end without a fixed nut of the spacer channel bar C over the hole in the installed spacer channel pulley bar Thread a x 7 bolt P into the hole and finger tighten SEE FIG 5 Press the spacer channel bar flush with the ceiling and mark with a pencil where the lag bolt s will be used to attach the bar to the joist s Perpendicular joist installation option A or B on page 7 There are hole
12. het fasten the bolts s into the joist s until the spacer channel bar is securely fastened 11 Step 6 Connect and Install the spacer channel pulley bar Line up the hole in the end opposite the pulley of the spacer channel pulley bar D over the hole in the second spacer channel pulley bar Thread a x 2 bolt P into the hole and finger tighten SEE FIG 6 Press the spacer channel bar flush with the ceiling and mark with a pencil where the lag bolts will be used to attach the bar to the joist Perpendicular joist installation option A or B on page 7 There are sets of holes on each side of spacer channel bar at 16 and 24 from the last lag bolt installed Measure from the last lag bolt and determine the appropriate holes depending on your joist spacing Remove the spacer channel pulley bar Parallel joist installation option C or D on page 7 Make marks at one hole before the pulley and one hole after the pulley Remove the spacer channel pulley bar It is very important that the lag bolts are fastened to the center of the joist Use the hole saw drill bit U or cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed view of the width of the joist so the exact center can easily be determined It may be necessary to reposition the spacer channel pulley bar and mark with a pencil where the lag bolts are to be fastened Using a power drill with a V8 drill bit attached drill two pilot holes into
13. hook bar to travel Release the switch when the desired location is reached ote ate ate TO LOAD THE HOOK BAR Lower the hook bar to a comfortable height Evenly distribute the weight of articles stored Do not overload the hook bar maximum capacity is 220 pounds Be sure items are secured before raising the hook bar ate Examples of items that can be stored Bikes Loop one piece of the bike cable through the rim of the front tire then connect the clip to the oblong ring attached to the hook bar Loop the second piece of the bike cable through the rim of the back tire then connect the clip to the oblong ring attached to the hook bar Use the hooks to hold bikes securely in place by placing the red end of the hook around the neck of the bike seat See Fig 13 Golf bags Golf bags should be hung by the carrying handle NOT the shoulder strap Canoe Kayak capacity on hook bar must not exceed 220 pounds Spare tires Storage net ideal for balls toys helmets etc Ladders Tools Figure 13 DO NOT OVERLOAD THE HOOK BAR Maximum capacity is 220 pounds for all articles on the hook bar 16 CONTACT INFORMATION Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit V Bro Products is on call Installation and service information as well as ordering repair parts is as near as your telephone Monday Friday 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Time Subject to holidays
14. purchased in the United States and Canada What we will do If your Residential Motorized Storage Unit is defective we will send replacement parts or at our option replace it at no charge to you If we send replacement parts for your Residential Motorized Storage Unit we may use new or reconditioned parts If we choose to replace your Residential Motorized Storage Unit we may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or similar design Limitations IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY AN UNWRITTEN WARRANTY THAT THE PRODUCT IS FIT FOR ORDINARY USE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE WE WILL NOT PAY FOR LOSS OF USE OF YOUR RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY YOUR RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT OR ITS FAILURE TO WORK ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM MISUSE OR MODIFICATION OF YOUR RESIDENTIAL MOTORIZED STORAGE UNIT Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply How to get Warranty Service To get warranty service for your Residential Motorized Storage Unit you must provide proof of date and place of purchase of the product Trained representatives will assist in diagnosing the problem and will arrange to supply you with required parts for repairs What Thi
15. rill four pilot holes into the center of the joists Identify your installation option by referring to the illustrations on page 7 Determine how the motor mounting plate should be rotated where the fixed threaded bolts should be located prior to fastening to the joists Ensure your motor mounting plate is rotated properly before placing the motor mounting plate on the ceiling SEE ILLUSTRATIONS ON PAGE 7 Place the motor mounting plate A without the motor hoist B attached over the screw holes To remove the motor hoist from the motor mounting plate loosen it is not necessary to remove the nuts from the fixed bolts on the motor mounting plate and slide off the motor hoist Using the ratchet and 1 2 socket fasten four of the 3 lag bolts K into the joists until the motor mounting plate is securely fastened SEE FIG 1 A WARNING Motor mounting plate must be fastened to wooden joists in the building framing Do not fasten to drywall particle board plaster or other such materials Step 3 Attach the motor hoist to the motor mounting plate Identify your installation option by referring to the illustrations on page 7 Determine how the motor hoist should be rotated which direction the 4 7 spacer channel bar attachment tab should be pointing Ensure your motor hoist is rotated properly before placing the motor hoist on the motor mounting plate SEE ILLUSTRATIONS ON PAGE 7 Slid
16. s in the spacer channel bar at 16 24 and 32 from the lag bolt in the first installed spacer channel bar Measure from the lag bolt and determine the appropriate hole s depending on your joist spacing Installations with 16 Spacing will insert two lag bolts in this spacer channel bar at 16 and 32 from the first lag bolt Installations with 24 spacing will have one lag bolt Remove the spacer channel bar Parallel joist installation option C or D on page 7 Make marks at the 5 and 21 holes on the spacer channel bar measuring from the flared end of this spacer channel bar Remove the spacer channel bar It is very important that the lag bolts is fastened to the center of the joist s Use the hole saw drill bit U or cut away the drywall with a utility knife to obtain an unobstructed view of the width of the joist s so the exact center can easily be determined It may be necessary to reposition the spacer channel pulley bar and mark with a pencil where the lag bolts s are to be fastened Using a power drill with a 4 drill bit attached drill pilot holes s Line up the hole in the flared end the end without a fixed nut of the spacer channel bar C over the hole in the installed spacer channel pulley bar Thread a 1 2 x 7 bolt into the hole and tighten with a ratchet or adjustable wrench until the spacer channel bar is securely fastened SEE FIG 5 Place a lag bolt s K and using the ratc
17. s Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty does not cover installation commercial use defects resulting from accidents damage while in transit to our service location or damage resulting from alterations misuses or abuse lack of proper maintenance unauthorized repair or modifications of the product affixing of any attachment not provided with the product staples through wiring pinched or broken wires broken cables power outages use of extension cords missing or damaged parts or discounted clearance final sale or taped cartons fire flood acts of God or failure to follow the Owner s Manual This warranty is the only one we will give on your Residential Motorized Storage Unit and it sets forth all our responsibilities regarding your Residential Motorized Storage Unit There are no other express warranties State and Province Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state and province to province 18 PARTS LIST OMONDOAR PWN Motor housing assembly Drum assembly with cable amp hook Shaft Snap ring Bearing Gearcase Gear Bearing 2 Middle shaft Gear Front cover Bearing Shell amp stator assembly Rotor assembly Brake spring Brake disc Bearing Back end cover Fan Fan cover Motor cover Terminal box Control handle Condenser Rocker switch Key lock Cable strain relief Motor mounting plate Channel spacer bars A amp
18. to remove the nuts from the fixed threaded bolts on the motor mounting plate Once loosened the motor hoist can easily be slid off the motor mounting plate Spacer Channel Bar x2 C Spacer Channel Pulley Bar D Hook Bar Center x1 E Hook Bar Connector x2 F Hook Bar End x2 G To E_j A Hooks x8 H Bike Cables x4 I Bonus Storage Net J PARTS 5 16 nut x4 3 Lag bolt x12 Shipped attached to part A hand control switch holder hook x1 CCC A power cord cable clamps x2 2 wood screws x2 w x Y bolt x2 6mm nut x3 Ys hole saw drill bit x1 paper motor mounting plate template x1 13mm socket x1 Drawings amp photos for illustrative purposes only actual parts may vary from those pictured Parts are not shown actual size INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Garage Gator Motorized Storage Unit Step 1 Determine motor mounting plate location on the ceiling e Choose a location in your garage where you would like to install your Garage Gator model GGR220 an unobstructed operating space of at least 3 feet by 9 feet is required The motor mounting plate A should be installed at least 3 feet away from walls or any other obstructions e The GGR220 is designed to be installed either perpendicular or parallel to the ceiling joists and can be installed on joists with 16 or 24 spacing e Select an installation location close to a power supply preferably a ceiling outlet e Inthe
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