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INFINITY
- Private Residential Elevator
Applicable National Codes and Standards - USA Private Residential
GENERAL
In most States and areas, there is no requirement for inspection
and licensing of elevators in Private homes. As an exception,
Michigan does require permits, licensing and inspection. Other
States or areas may at least require an electrical permit.
It is prudent to use the following information as a guideline
for the installation of a INFINITY:
The National Standard used by most States and localities is the
ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Part 5 The
most current edition is 1996, with a 1999 Addendum. A new edition
is expected in June 2000.
Some areas adopt the standard in it’s entirety, and some
areas adopt the standard in part, or a local standard may have
been developed which has been legislated for use. Check with your
local enforcing authorities for the requirements in your area.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Elevators in Private residences are not required to be in compliance
with the ADA.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
Elevators in private residences are not referenced by ADAAG.
Installation
The applicable standard governing the requirements for field installation
and wiring of the INFINITY is the ANSI/NFPA 70 (The National Electrical
Code)Article 620.(Referenced by Rule 508.4(a) of the ASME A17.1-1996).The
Architect/Specifier should be aware of the requirements of this
section especially as it applies to the location and installation
of the lift power supply. In most areas, the power supply to a
lift is the responsibility of other contractors, not the installing
Concord dealer. Check with your local Concord dealer, for assistance
and information concerning the requirements of this standard.
All field wiring of the lift components will be performed in accordance
with this standard by dealer Technicians who have been factory
trained by Concord.
Certifications
The applicable standard governing the requirements for Certification
of the Electrical Equipment of the INFINITY is the CSA B44.1/ASME
A17.5 . (Referenced by Rule 508.4(b) of the ASME A17.1-1996).
This is the North American harmonized standard for certification
of electrical equipment used with all elevating devices which
are covered by the ASME A17.1 Standard. The Architect/Specifier
should be aware of this requirement and ensure that all lift electrical
equipment specified for use on the project is certified to this
standard. Certification must be by a Federal OSHA approved, Nationally
Recognized Testing Laboratory, and the certification mark must
clearly indicate the approved testing laboratory. Some examples
of certification laboratories are: CSA (Canadian Standards Association);
UL (Underwriter’s Laboratories); ETL (Electrical Testing
Laboratories); WH (Warnock-Hersey Testing Laboratories); and there
are others. Concord equipment is certified to American Standards
by CSA (Canadian Standards Association).
Building Codes and Standards
Depending on the area of the USA where the lift is to be installed
, the local building codes may have requirements which will affect
the design and installation of Private Residential "Home"
Elevators. Reference should be made by the Architect/Specifier
to the actual building code legislated in their area.
It may be (for example):
1. UBC (Uniform building Code) available from the ICBO (See other
web pages for address)
2. NBC (National Building Code) available from BOCA (See other
web pages for address)
ICBO = International Conference of Building Officials
BOCA = Building Officials and Code Administrators
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