Kingsway Marine Enterprises
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Boatfloat boat lifts in the Florida Keys.
How is a BoatFloat® automatic boatlift operated?
When the 'up' button on the included key chain operated remote control transmitter is depressed, electric water valves open which sends water to the simultaneously activated pump. A hose feeds the pressurized water to the rams causing them to extend and raise the bunk boards and the vessel.
Typically, the vessel is raised within 2 minutes or less to the height above the waterline to which the unit has been set at the time of assembly.
As the BoatFloat® boat lift totally floats, that separation between the lowest portion of the vessel, e.g. hull, running gear, etc. and the water remains constant at all times. When the boat is fully up, the built-in mechanical locks are activated to prevent accidental launching of the vessel.
To lower the vessel, the mechanical lock mechanism is released and the 'down' button is depressed on the remote transmitter. The water within the rams is pumped out and discharged into the sea and the boat is lowered and is ready to be driven off the lift within 2 minutes or less.
Can BoatFloat® boat lifts remain in the water over the winter?
The BoatFloat® boat lift may be left in the water year-around as the floats, which are filled with foam, will not be crushed by ice and the hydraulic rams are approximately 3' under the surface of the water (which is generally below the line of ice formation).
A boat can be left on the lift, as the mechanical locks will maintain its height above the water line. However, the lift must be drained of water to prevent ice from forming in the BoatFloat® hydraulic cylinders and hoses.
How are service and warranty claims handled?
One call to BoatFloat®'s toll free number, 1-866-Boatfloat, will result in a local mechanic being dispatched to the customer's slip whereupon all parts and labor will be furnished at no charge within the first 2 years after installation. Thereafter, all calls will be handled on a time and materials basis.
Specifications and operation
How is a BoatFloat® automatic boatlift operated?
When the 'up' button on the included key chain operated remote control transmitter is depressed, electric water valves open which sends water to the simultaneously activated pump. A hose feeds the pressurized water to the rams causing them to extend and raise the bunk boards and the vessel.
Typically, the vessel is raised within 2 minutes or less to the height above the waterline to which the unit has been set at the time of assembly.
As the BoatFloat® boat lift totally floats, that separation between the lowest portion of the vessel, e.g. hull, running gear, etc. and the water remains constant at all times. When the boat is fully up, the built-in mechanical locks are activated to prevent accidental launching of the vessel.
To lower the vessel, the mechanical lock mechanism is released and the 'down' button is depressed on the remote transmitter. The water within the rams is pumped out and discharged into the sea and the boat is lowered and is ready to be driven off the lift within 2 minutes or less.
Can BoatFloat® boat lifts remain in the water over the winter?
The BoatFloat® boat lift may be left in the water year-around as the floats, which are filled with foam, will not be crushed by ice and the hydraulic rams are approximately 3' under the surface of the water (which is generally below the line of ice formation).
A boat can be left on the lift, as the mechanical locks will maintain its height above the water line. However, the lift must be drained of water to prevent ice from forming in the BoatFloat® hydraulic cylinders and hoses.
How are service and warranty claims handled?
One call to BoatFloat®'s toll free number, 1-866-Boatfloat, will result in a local mechanic being dispatched to the customer's slip whereupon all parts and labor will be furnished at no charge within the first 2 years after installation. Thereafter, all calls will be handled on a time and materials basis.
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BoatFloat®'s unique, automatic boat lift is an innovative advancement in state-of-the-art water hydraulics technology that provides boat owners with an unequaled level of convenience and speed to boat storage and launching.
"Stealth-like" low profile
The BoatFloat® boat lift has an exclusive, amazing low profile design which provides a distinctive "stealth-like" appearance at the dock. BoatFloat® completely eliminates the unsightly high-rise positioning of the typical boat lift that has historically blocked waterfront views.
Virtually eliminates hull maintenance
BoatFloat® adds hours to the enjoyment of boating by eliminating the time-consuming inconvenience and costs of dry dock storage. Using our boat lift to raise your boat out of the water reduces costly hull maintenance, painting and running repair costs.
Manufactured from corrosion resistant materials
BoatFloat® components have been crafted out of the highest quality polyethylene, marine grade galvanized and stainless steel components to maximize resistance to corrosion, providing you with maintenance-free boat lift.
There is a BoatFloat® Model for your boat
The BoatFloat® automatic boat lift is available in a variety of models to match your boat.
BoatFloat® Model | A |
B1 |
B2 |
B3 |
C1 |
C2 |
C3 |
D |
Float Length | 24' | 28' | 32' | 36' | 40' | 44' | 48' | 48' |
| Bunk Length | 131" | 222" | 222" | 222" | 222" | 292" | 292" | 292" |
Maximum Boat Weight (lbs) | 7,500 | 10,000 | 12,000 | 14,000 | 16,000 | 18,000 | 20,000 | 20,000-
30,000 |
Maximum Beam of Boat | 9' | 12' | 12' | 12' | 14' | 14' | 14' | 14' |
Maximum width of lift with boat | 13' | 16' | 16' | 16' | 18' | 18' | 18' | 18' |
Soft (mucky) bottom - water depth required |
with Boat | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' |
without Boat | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' | 3' |
Hard (rocky) bottom - water depth required |
with Boat | 5'-5" | 6'-0" | 6'-0" | 6'-0" | 6'-2" | 6'-2" | 6'-2" | 6'-2" |
without Boat | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" | 4'-5" |