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88L SERIES ULTRALIFT 43/64" HEAVY DUTY TUBE BALANCE

ORDERING INFORMATION
1. Supply information stamped on balance.
2. First set of numbers represent the tube length of balance (actual tube length is
1/2" longer than number stamped on balance).
3. Second set of number represents the sash weight (balances are pre-tensioned to
the exact weight of sash).
4 Specify color of the tube: Gray (standard), White, Black or Tan.
The heavy duty Ultralift is not only an excellent product for counterbalancing windows from 10lbs. to 100 lbs.; it also Ordering Example: Information stamped on balance is 18-24 lbs Ultralift. Order our
reduces the manual force required to open and close windows by 50%. Standard balances only provide about 40% of 88L-18S24. You will receive gray tube.
the sash weight while the Ultralift lifts 70% of the sash weight. This makes the Ultralift an excellent product to use in
nursing homes, schools and windows that are difficult to access. These balances can be used in sashes from 10 lbs.
to 100 lbs. in weight. For sash weights over 100 lbs.
Here are the facts: • Fits most C-20 and HC-40 AAMA grade single
• Lifts 70% of sash weight vs. AAMA'S 40% minimum. and double hung windows. contact your account manager.
• Provides even power across full range of sash travel. • Fits most large architectural wood windows.
• Usable with both tilt and non-tilt windows. • Combines spiral and extension spring technology. For weight capacity chart
• Adjustable on site by +/- 2 lbs. • Covered by a 5-year warranty. contact your account manager.
• Custom made for specific sash weights. 88-575
Installing Balance in Tilt Windows Ultra Lift Balance Tension Tool
1. Mount the balance to the outer frame with a screw (See Figure 1). Do not overtighten screw.
2. Raise the pivot shoe in the jamb channel and insert the balance rod into the shoe rod slot (See Figure 2).
3. Install the sash.
Installing Balance in Non-Tilt Windows
1. Mount balance to outside frame with screw (See Figure 1). Do not overtighten screw.
2. With top stops removed, raise the sash so that the sash brackets protrude below bottom rail.
Pull bracket around sash corner with installation tool (See Figure 3).
3. Attach sash bracket to bottom rail using a minimum of two screws per bracket (See Figure 4).
88L SERIES BALANCE ACCESSORIES
PIVOT LOCK SHOES

85-505 85-517 85-518 85-606 85-5045 62-873
No Longer Available Black Cam Red Cam Tamp-R-Lock. Snaps on to Pivot Lock Shoe. 1-1/4" X
Use: 85-517 Cam Opening: 3/8" x 3/16" Cam Opening: 3/8" x 3/16" eliminate take out function. 5/8" DP Cam
TRACO Black
SASH STOP ANGLE STOP PIVOT BARS
Larger #8 screw for
firmer grip

900-21112 88-700 85-501 88-505
88-577 88-503 Black. Anodized Aluminum Anodized Aluminum Angle Metal Special heat treated
Cam Lock Shoe Carrier Stop - Black NORANDEX for added strength
BRACKETS PIVOT LOCK SHOE ADAPTER

For use with 88L heavy duty balances.
Part # Description Not sold separately. Must be Part # Hand
Standard Holes for 88-543 Part # Hand purchased with Ultra Lift Balances. 900-20214LH Shown
88-500 88-508 900-13070A
Non-Tilt Stainless Steel. 88-530LH Shown 900-20214RH Opposite
88-501 Countersunk Holes Countersunk Holes 88-530RH Opposite Stainless Steel Cast Aluminum Sold in sets only.
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