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Re: Two limit switches, one button

How would you feel about using different buttons for up and for down?
I worry that with a single button you won't be able to control the direction the elevator is moving in, especially if a limit switch shifts or breaks.
Do you have a mechanical brake to prevent the elevator from dropping without power when loaded with a tote (or not)?

-hold the up button and it rises until the button is released or the limit switch is contacted.

-hold the down button and it drops until the button is released or the limit switch is contacted.
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