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Specifies compliance with ASME A17.1 section 5.3 Safety Code requirements and recommends coordinating with a local installation dealer before construction. 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All AHE home elevators must meet the applicable requirements ofASME A17.1 section 5.3 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.  \nWhile this guide provides all necessary information, we highly recommend contacting your local elevator installation company prior to the start of construction. To locate your nearest dealer please visit WWW.ACCELEVATOR. COM or call us at 1 (800) 488-5905.  \n\n| Specification type | Hydraulic | Counterweight |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Load Capacity | 950 lbs. | 950 lbs. |\n| Rated Speed | 40 FPM | 40 FPM |\n| Power supply\u003Cbr>(circuit supplied by others) | 220V Single Phase 30 Amp 10/3 Wire | 220V Single Phase 30 Amp 10/3 Wire |\n| Lighting Supply\u003Cbr>(circuit supplied by others) | 120V 15 Amp 14/2 Wire | 120V 15 Amp 14/2 Wire |\n| Drive system | 1:2 roped hydraulic with submersed power unit | 2HP geared 3 phase inverter duty motor with 60lb roller chain and variable frequency drive |\n| Maximum Travel | 50 Feet | 50 Feet |\n| Control System | Microprocessor based controller with led diagnostics | Microprocessor based controller with led diagnostics |\n| Levels and openings | Up to 6 stops / up to 2 openings | Up to 6 stops / up to 2 openings |\n| Pit depth | Minimum 9.00” | Minimum 9.00” |\n| Overhead | 96” for standard 7’0” cab. | 96” for standard 7’0” cab. |\n| Cab size | Dependent upon hoist-way size. Not to exceed 15 Square feet. | Dependent upon hoist-way size. Not to exceed 15 Square feet. |\n| Standard features | • Recessed gate pocket.\u003Cbr>• 2 speed valve for soft start and stop.\u003Cbr>• Submersed pump and motor\u003Cbr>• Automatic cab lighting.\u003Cbr>• Car here lights at all hall stations.\u003Cbr>• Auto homing feature.\u003Cbr>• Unfinished plywood flooring.\u003Cbr>• Hardwood veneer cab.\u003Cbr>• Accordion Gate(s) . | • Recessed gate pocket.\u003Cbr>• Variable frequency inverter drive for smooth start stop and leveling.\u003Cbr>• Motor at top of rails for reduced machine space.\u003Cbr>• Automatic cab lighting.\u003Cbr>• Car here lights at all hall stations.\u003Cbr>• Auto homing feature.\u003Cbr>• Unfinished plywood flooring\u003Cbr>• Hardwood veneer cab.\u003Cbr>• Accordion Gate(s) . |\n| Safety features | • Type A instantaneous safeties.\u003Cbr>• Manually reset slack rope switch.\u003Cbr>• Pipe rupture valve.\u003Cbr>• Low pressure switch.\u003Cbr>• Positively open gate safety switch.\u003Cbr>• Upper and lower limits.\u003Cbr>• Emergency stop and Alarm.\u003Cbr>• Pit and car top stop switches. | • Type A instantaneous safeties.\u003Cbr>• Manually reset slack chain switch.\u003Cbr>• Drive overload circuit.\u003Cbr>• Positively open gate safety switch.\u003Cbr>• Upper, lower, and final limits.\u003Cbr>• Emergency stop and Alarm.\u003Cbr>• Pit and car top stop switches. |\n\nTypical Hoistway Layouts  \nAll dimensions listed are finished hoist way dimensions from the inside of the drywall. Any changes made to the door swings may affect the required hoist way dimensions. Please contact your local project manager for custom car sizes and layout.  \n| Cab Size | Cab Dimensions | Finished Width | Finished Depth | Center of Rail |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 12 Sq ft | 36’’ x 48’’ | 56’’ | 56’’ | 28’’ |\n| 15 Sq ft | 36’’ x 60’’ | 56’’ | 68’’ | 28’’ |\n| 14 Sq ft | 42’’ x 48’’ | 62’’ | 56’’ | 31’’ |\n| 15 Sq ft | 40’’ x 54’’ | 60’’ | 62’’ | 30’’ |\n\n| Cab Size | Cab Dimensions | Finished Width | Finished Depth | Center of Rail |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 12 Sq ft | 36’’ x 48’’ | 56’’ | 56’’ | 28’’ |\n| 15 Sq ft | 36’’ x 60’’ | 56’’ | 66’’ | 28’’ |\n| 14 Sq ft | 42’’ x 48’’ | 62’’ | 54’’ | 31’’ |\n| 15 Sq ft | 40’’ x 54’’ | 60’’ | 60’’ | 30’’ |\n\nTypical Hoistway Layouts (continued)  \n| Cab Size | Cab Dimensions | Finished Width | Finished Depth | Center of Rail |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 13½ Sq ft | 40’’ x 48’’ | 50” | 64 ½” | 25” |\n| 14 Sq ft | 42’’ x 48’’ | 52’’ | 64 ½” | 26’’ |\n\n| Cab Size | Cab Dimensions | Finished Width | Finished Depth |","cbCaid8jl5TXBYgd","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaid8jl5TXBYgd","pdf",5869760,36,"English","# Purpose\n# Specifications (Hydraulic vs Counterweight)\n# Typical Hoistway Layouts\n## Hoistway layouts\n# Pit Construction\n# Framing\n# Rail Backing\n# Floor Transitions","[{\"question\":\"Who is the guide intended for and what does it help with?\",\"answer\":\"The guide is intended to assist architects, contractors, and elevator professionals in incorporating an AHE home elevator into residential building design.\"},{\"question\":\"What safety standard must the AHE home elevator meet?\",\"answer\":\"All AHE home elevators must meet applicable requirements of ASME A17.1 section 5.3 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the key requirements for pit construction?\",\"answer\":\"The pit must be at the lower most landing, with a specified depth (noted as 12” depth with a minimum 9”), and it must be clean, level, and free of water, debris, and flammable material; impact and static loads are also listed.\"}]","AHE Home Elevator Design & Planning Guide - Specification, Layouts, and Pit Construction | PDF",91]