Ceiling-mounted bicycle lift
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| - | After purchase, the first step in using the Ceiling Mounted Bicycle Lift is to install the system in the desired location. A set of instructions is included with the product. However, after reviewing the instructions, we determined that they contain many errors and may confuse the user if they were to follow the directions exactly. Therefore, we have developed the following setup procedure to describe the way a generally knowledgeable user may install it without using the given instructions. | + | After purchase, the first step in using the Ceiling Mounted Bicycle Lift is to install the system in the desired location. A set of instructions is included with the product. However, after reviewing the instructions, we determined that they contain many errors and may confuse the user if they were to follow the directions exactly. Therefore, we have developed the following setup procedure to describe the way a generally knowledgeable user may install it without using the given instructions. The [[Ceiling-mounted bicycle lift setup]] wiki page shows how we set up the bike lift. |
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Revision as of 15:53, 11 February 2007
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Analysis of the Current Product
Pre-Dissection Opportunities:
- Better Directions
- All needed parts included
- Cost
- Lifts more objects than bikes
- Interchangable lifting mechanisms
- Hold more wieght
- Crank to lift bike
Customer needs, product requirements
Davey (is sweet)
The Bike Lift has several interesting features that empower the user to store their bike safely and neatly. First, the lift provides the customer with a designated spot where they can always store their bike. The customer never needs to figure out where to put the bike to keep it out of everyone’s way; the lift establishes a consistent, isolated location for storage. This is desirable for the user because it is one less thing they have to worry about after an enjoyable ride.
Also, the safety and ease of use features are pleasing for the consumer. The pulley mounts are secured dependably into the joists of the ceiling or into an unfailing 2 by 4. These mounts house the rope and pulleys which provide the mechanical advantage for lifting the bike. Customers love this aspect of the lift because it is not straining to lift the bike well out of harms way. This product meets the customer’s requests because it provides an all-purpose solution to enable users to store their bike in a protected, organized and out of sight manner.
The product does not have a multitude of complex parts which require heavy analysis, which is convenient. In order to satisfy accurate operation, the product must be comprised of strong, reliable materials. The screws, mounts, pulleys and hooks must be made of trustworthy materials. Also, the product must be installed correctly which implies that the installation directions must be unbelievably clear and concise. The rope must be of sufficient length so that each customer can operate the lift under their specific storage desires (high ceilings, large bikes, etc.). Lastly, the product must be extremely durable. A user may raise many different bikes, many different times so the product must be reliable and last for a considerable amount of time pleasing each and every customer beyond their expectations.
Explanation of how system functions
Russ and Jeff
After purchase, the first step in using the Ceiling Mounted Bicycle Lift is to install the system in the desired location. A set of instructions is included with the product. However, after reviewing the instructions, we determined that they contain many errors and may confuse the user if they were to follow the directions exactly. Therefore, we have developed the following setup procedure to describe the way a generally knowledgeable user may install it without using the given instructions. The Ceiling-mounted bicycle lift setup wiki page shows how we set up the bike lift.
Setup:
1.) Open box and unpack all parts making sure everything has been included.
2.) Measure distance between the back of the seat and the front of the handle bars on the bike that will be used.
3.) Transfer this measurement to the wood board and draw a line resembling the front of the handle bars and a line for the back of the bike.
4.) Tie one end of the rope into a double knot. Pull the other end through the square hole on the end of the cieling bracket that has one pulley.
4.) Set the two black brackets on the board so that the the hole between the two pulleys on the bracket with two pulleys and the second hole in on the bracket with one pulley show the lines.
5.) Pre-drill 1/8" pilot holes into the wood where the corner circular holes are in the bracket.
6.) Screw the wood screws through the corner circular holes on the brackets and into the wood board securing the brackets to the board. (Picture Shown)
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8.)Using wood screws, mount the wooden board to the ceiling in desired location. Be sure to screw into the joists of the ceiling. Screwing into drywall only or ceiling tiles only will not provide an adequate hold.
Use:
1.) Insure that the bike lift is secured to the ceiling and that the ropes and pulleys are in proper placement. Lower the pulleys so that they are low enough to easily place the front and back of the bike on.
2.)Roll the bike up to the bike lift and hold it so that the handle bars are next to one set of hooks and the back of the seat or next to the other set of hooks.
3.)Place the front hooks under the handlebars and make sure that they are secure enough to hold the bike.
4.)Place the back hooks under the back of the seat and make sure that they are secure enough to hold the bike.
5.)Untie the rope from the wall mount and start to pull it straight down. The bike should start to lift up from the ground. If the bike seems unstable or starts to slip stop immediately and make sure your setup is correct.
6.)One hand at a time, while holding the rope with the other hand, keep reach up and pull the rope down.
7.)Since the back of the bike is generally heavier than the front it may lift faster than the front.
8.)To insure your and the bike's safety, if this happens hold the rope steady with one hand and pull the back tire of the bike down. This should pull the front of the bike up and relevel it.
9.)Continue pulling on the rope and releveling the bike until it is as high as you want. Once you are done lifting the bike hold the rope out at a 45 degree angle to lock the bike in place. Retie the rope to the holder.
10.)You have successfully lifted your bike to the ceiling!
Pictures of the disassembly and label all components, function of each component
– Russ and Jeff
| Part # | Part name | QTY | Function | Wt.(oz.) | Image | |||
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| 001 | Bracket Washer | 5 | Distributes force applied by bracket bolt | <.1 |  | |||
| 002 | Bracket Nut | 5 | Secures bracket bolt to mount | .1 |  | |||
| 003 | Bracket Bolt | 5 | Connects two brackets with washer and nut | .1 |  | |||
| 004 | Hook Washer | 4 | Distrubutes force applied by hook bolt | <.1 |
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| 005 | Hook Nut | 4 | Secures hook bolt with washer and nut | .1 |
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| 006 | Hook Bolt | 4 | Connects bracket to hook with washer and nut | .1 |
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| 007 | Ceiling Bracket | 2 | Secures and connects brackets and pulleys to ceiling with screws | 7.4 | 
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| 008 | Hook | 4 | Connects bike to lift | 1.5 |
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| 009 | V-Bracket | 2 | Connects hooks to u-pulley mount | 1.5 |
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| 010 | U-Pulley Mount | 4 | Houses pulley assembly, Connects brackets to rope and ceiling bracket | # |  | |||
| 011 | 48' Rope | 1 | Secures bike and pulleys using wall rope tie | 6.5 |
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| 012 | Wall Rope Tie | 1 | Ties rope to wall and stores excess rope | 2.1 |
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| 013 | Pulley | 5 | Provides mechanical advantage in lifting bike | # |  | |||
| 014 | Rivet | 7 | Connects pulleys and l-clutches to mount | # |  | |||
| 015 | Locking Pulley Mount | 1 | Houses pulley assembly with clutch | # |  | |||
| 016 | Large L-Clutch | 1 | Prevents rope from slipping during lowering process | # |  | |||
| 017 | Small L-Clutch | 1 | Prevents rope from slipping | # |  | |||
| 018 | Ceiling Screw | 10 | Secures ceiling bracket to ceiling | .2 |
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| Component | Weight (oz) |
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| U-Pulley + Rivet + Pulley | 3.8 |
| Clutch Pulley Mount + 3 Rivets + Pulley + Large L-Clutch + Small L-Clutch | 4.8 |
Likely manufacturing processes for all components
- Kevin (incorporate into section above)
DFMA, FMEA, DFE
–Kevin
