The #1 complaint spa owners have with their spas is with the cover and this is the #1 reason they stop using their spa. The cover only gets heavier with time. This one factor alone, has had the most significant negative impact on a spa's use. Owners begin to forgo using the spa due to the increasing difficulty in opening the cover, and unused spas tend to be under-maintained. An automated cover dramatically increases the frequency, consistency, and satisfaction of spa owners using their spas and promotes spa longevity.
TAL is an automated lift that solves the problem without being an eyesore, complicated mechanism, or safety concern. The TAL is simply a safe, durable, and reliable solution.
TAL differs from all other automated lifts in that it has very few mechanical parts. Unlike most other automated lifts, the TAL does not have multiple robotic arms requiring synchronization, or rigging to bind, hang-up, or get out of alignment. It does not have exposed scissor pinch points to cut fingers, or crush points to break arms; or nor will it entrap someone inside. It also does not require you to do the first half of the lifting for it. It's not a lift disguised as a gazebo or a drink bar.
Today"s quality spas can cost between $5000 to $18,000, and last 7-12 years before they are abandoned, replaced, or a maintenance concern. This is where the covers come into play. A quality cover ($350-500 and 5 yr Wnty) can last 5 to 7 years and a cheap cover ($200-350 and 3yr Wnty) will last less than 2 to 3 years. Therefor a spa can reasonability go thru 2 maybe 3 covers in its functional lifespan at a cost of $200 to $500 per replacement. The TAL's life-long cost of use is a 1/3rd the price of a gazebo type cover system and can easily be refitted to your next spa for years more of further service.
The True Automated Lift™ fits all spas 35 to 47-inch-high and 100 inch across the cover hinge. Larger spas, 100 to 150 inches across the cover hinge, will require a larger arm assembly that is not included in the basic lift package. Contact Nerok for this larger arm assembly information. Lower walled spas, 34-inches-high, will require some minor modification. Spas with features such as speakers, waterfalls, or arched sides, do not affect the TAL.
The TAL can be used on Swim spas and requires two lift and is operated by a single switch.
The lift will require the same clearances required by most standard manual lifts used today. The lift will need 6 inches of clearance for cover movement along the front and sides of the spas top rim. Nerok recommends at least 24 inches across the back for the opened and folded cover and access to the lift cabinet for service. The lift cabinet"s footprint is 10" deep x 12" wide, and is centered on the back of the spa.
The ceiling height is based on your spa size. Ceiling height required = spa height + (1/2 the spa length from front to back) + 3 inches. For example, for a spa of 94 x 94 x 44 (w x l x h) the ceiling space requirements would be 44 + (1/2 x 94) + 3 = 94 inches of minimum overhead clearance for the cover to open and close.
The TAL will need to be firmly anchored to the same foundation the spa is sitting by 4 bolt. The ideal foundation would be a wood deck or concrete pad. Loose pavers or flag stone should not be used and do not give the lift a solid footing to operate. The TAL will also be attached to the spa side with 4 screws. See instruction for details.
Yes. The lift can be used with the spa sitting at deck level, mid-depth, or even fully embedded into the deck. The lift will still require the same space, ceiling and foundation requires listed above and accommodation for maintenance access to the cabinet will need to be required.
Why bother? We can help you find an installer. An experienced spa technician can install the lift for you and they know the spa, cover and the lift. Whether you install it yourself or have it installed, we recommend having a licensed electrician do the final power connection. We can help you find a dealer.
For safety reasons, choose a location for the Open/Close switch to be permanently mounted that has full view of the spa and cover. The location of the key switch must meet all local electrical code requirements for this type appliance.
Cover Free-fall - The True Automated Lift maintains a firm hold on the cover throughout the opening and closing of the lift. The cover cannot free-fall in either direction.
Entrapment - Just like the standard cover and manual lifts used today, the cover can be pushed up from within the spa. Unlike most other automated cover lifts, the TAL does not need to be in operation to allow someone to open the cover.
The TAL is highly suited for icy winter weather and is very forgiving in this environment. The only area requiring attention is the cabinet top around the slide tower opening. In almost all winter testing, the slide tower easily broke thru and dislodged any ice build-up around this area, but Nerok recommends keeping this area free and clear of ice build-up and snow.
Heavy snow should always be removed from any spa cover to minimize damage to the cover. If the snow is too heavy, the lift will stop opening. If this happens, close the spa cover and remove the snow and try again. TAL was vetted in the mountains of Colorado in very tough and diverse weather conditions. Snow was a major part of the testing and the lift was designed to lift and deposit a light amount of snow behind the spa. The determining factor of how much snow the lift and cover can safely lift without cover damage is a function of snow density and the cover strength.
Do not attempt to open the spa in windy conditions. Wind was a second factor in the testing of the lift. The ideal placement of the spa and cover is to have the wind to the back of the spa. When the spa is not in use, always use the cover locking straps to insure the cover does not blow open. If this happen the cover will fall back into the closed position due to the cover"s springs forcing the cover into the closed position.
Use a licensed electrician to make all the necessary electrical connection and adhere to all local electrical codes.
The Nerok Lift requires 110-volt, 15-amp power source. The motor pulls a maximum of 8 amperage during opening, depending of weight of the cover. Your electrician can use a standard 110-volt waterproof GFI electrical plug, or connect to the spas main power panel with a GFI protected power source, or connect directly to the houses main power source with GFI protection. The motor is rated at IP65 and compliant with RoHS. Safety first.
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