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Garaventa Express II: Inclined Platform Lift for Straight Stairways

System Overview
The Garaventa Xpress II is a safe, reliable and cost-effective access solution. It can be installed on your site, either indoors or outdoors, with few or no structural modifications.

System Operation
The conveyance of the Xpress II travels along two custom-designed aluminum rails that can be mounted either directly to the wall, or to support posts (towers). The upper rail houses a gear rack and a traveling cable, while the lower rail provides lateral support to the conveyance. The platform conveyance is propelled by means of a carriage-mounted rack and pinion drive system.

Drive System
The carriage-mounted drive system consists of a .75HP motor, a gearbox, pinion gear, and flexible traveling cable.

Mains Power
The mains power requirement is 208 to 240 VAC, on a dedicated 15-amp circuit. A lockable supplementary mains disconnect switch is mounted at the end of the upper rail.

Overspeed Safety
The Xpress II is provided with an overspeed governor and brake on the upper carriage drive unit, which consists of a mechanical overspeed sensor, a log and an electrical cutout.

Standard Features

One Touch Operating System
The One Touch Control System activates the platform and access ramps with the press of a single button. Located on the call station, as well as on the platform, it is easy to use by passengers with limited dexterity, or by attendants with a remote control uint.

Under Platform Sensing
These sensors detect obstacles and automatically stop the lift upon contact. The platform can be backed up, allowing the obstruction to be removed.

Ramp Sensing
These sensors detect pressure form the outside of the platform ramps to ensure that the platform will stop immediately if an obstruction is met during its travel.

Emergency Stop Button
Located on the platform control panel, this red button is used to stop the lift in an emergency.

Grab Rail
A grab rail is supplied as a standard feature of the Xpress II platform lift. This safety feature increases the ease with which passengers may load and unload from the platform.

Outdoor Applications
The hanger and platform are made of zinc plated mild steel. The cover of the lift is constructed of high quality ABS/PVC. By using stainless steel fasteners and towers, the Xpress II can be used in outdoor applications.

Optional Features

Folding Seat Assembly
Designed for use by ambulatory passengers, the folding seat comes equipped with a safety belt.

Curved Safety Arms
Fully automatic curved safety arms are available to further increase the safety of the Xpress II inclined platform lift. Easily retrofitted, curved arms are available for both sizes of platform.

Attendant Remote Control Unit
The remote/attendant control allows the Xpress II to be operated independently of the platform-mounted controls. This way, an attendant can walk beside the lift as it travels up or down a stairway.

Audio-Visual Alert
The flashing light and audible alarm will alert other stairway users that the lift is in use. This safety feature helps to ensure the safety of pedestrians on the stairways.

Side Load
Designed for confined lower landing areas, this feature opens a side ramp simultaneously with the end ramp. This allows the passenger to wheel onto the platform diagonally, offering easier access.

Fire Service
Designed to interface with a building's fire safety system, this service interrupts power to the lift when a fire alarm sounds. This ensures that the lift will not obstruct the stairway traffic during a building evacuation. If the lift is in use when the alarm sounds, it will continue to a designated landing.

Battery Back Up
Often used with the Fire Service option, this ensures that the lift will continue to travel to a designated landing during a power outage. The self-contained battery unit is located on the wall or floor at one of the landings.

Auto Fold
This feature allows the lift to automatically fold if left unattended for a period of time at a landing. The time delay is adjustable in the field by an authorized Garaventa technician.

Hour Counter
The hour counter enables the owner to calculate he amount of time the Xpress II inclined platform lift has been used. This is a helpful tool in determining times for preventative maintenance.

Ramp Extension
In cases where it is not possible to properly land the platform (shallow angles stairs), it may be necessary to utilize the ramp extension. This option is also useful in situations where the landing slopes or is uneven.

Stainless Steel Towers
In applications where the Xpress II is to be used outdoors, or in a harsh environment (e.g. near swimming pools, hot tubs, chemicals, etc.), it is necessary to use stainless steel towers and fasteners.

Finishes
The Xpress II rail extrusions and loading ramps are fabricated of aluminum, with a bronze-anodized finish. The non-aluminum components of the lift, including the optional arms, are powder-coated RAL 7030- Stone Gray. The conveyance cover is made of beige-colored ABS/PVC.

Outdoor Applications
Because most components of the Xpress II are made of anodized aluminum, they are already prepared for outdoor use. Any components that are not made of aluminum are zinc plated. If the Xpress II is to be direct mounted in an outdoor application, stainless steel fasteners must be used. If the Xpress II is tower mounted in an outdoor location, stainless steel towers and fasteners must be ordered.

Platform Projection and Rail Extensions

Note: For shorter first risers, the platform projection and rail extension will be shorter than indicated. In these instances, please call us at 407-282-4900 for further assistance

Stair Width Clearance Dimensions for Different Attachment Methods

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