Lovely 1993-1996 Otis Series 1 Hydraulic Elevator at Quality Inn Hilltop (Gatlinburg, TN)
Here is yet another undocumented elevator that no one is really missing much of. Floridian Elevators tried to get this when he went down here, but was locked out of the building, which is restricted. Yet somehow, the side entrance was cracked so I got in easily. lol
This is yet another "LOVELY" Otis, but a Series 1 from Circa 1993 to 1996 due to the Chime. It has a vandalized indicator and it doesn't run well. Once again, no one is really missing much with this and the 2 Series 5/6's that sandwich this building.
Elevator Brand: Otis Elevator Model (if identifiable): NA Elevator Type: Hydraulic Floors Served: 3 Est Installation: 1993-1996 Original Fixtures: "New" Series 1 Buttons / Digital Green Arrow Laterns / Digital Green Floor Indicator Original Stuff Remaining: All Original Mods/Later Add Ons (if any): NA
When I saw the hall fixtures, I was expecting 330A's. But when I heard the elevator move and it made a lot of noise, I knew I had 400A's on my hand! These are some really nice looking elevators with a mirrored finished! These run really good!
Elevator Brand: Schindler
Elevator Model (if identifiable): 400A
Elevator Type: "MRL" Traction
Number of Elevators: 2
Floors Served: 6
Installed: 2009
Current Controller: Miconic GX
Capacity: 3500 lbs
Speed: 350 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: Adams Survivor Plus CA (Schindler HT VR )
Floor Indicator: Schindler HT VR (EPCO)
Directional Lanterns: Schindler HT VR
Chimes/Bells: Schindler 400A
Recorded: August 16th, 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20
Chime Sampled by yours truly and edited on Audacity
Video Edited on Clipchamp
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This is a really interesting set of elevators. These are some late older Schindler models put in around 2014/2015. Upon further inspection, these are likely 400AE's and not 500A's like I thought they were. There are actual 400AE's in the parking garage and they run and sound MUCH different than this set. But as you can hear, these are pretty loud during operation and many 500A's don't make too much noise in comparison going up and down, unless a 500A doesn't run good.
Debating aside, these sport a similar style as One and Two Piedmont Center elevators nearby, but have different lanterns and exterior chimes, as well as EPCO Singapore buttons! These run super well and super fast.
Elevator Brand: Schindler
Elevator Model (if identifiable): 400AE
Elevator Type: "MRL" Traction
Number of Elevators: 4
Floors Served: 11
Installed: 2014/2015
Current Controller: Miconic GX
Capacity: 3500 lbs
Speed: 500 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: EPCO Singapore
Floor Indicator: EPCO
Arrow Lanterns: EPCO? Triangle
Chimes/Bells: 400AE / Generic (Outside)
Elevator Ratings: 8/10
Overall Opinions: Cool
STF’s Elevator Rating Scale:
15. BEYOND EPIMAZING!!!
10: BEAUTIFUL
9: Nice
8: Good/Cool
7: Charming/Unique
6: Interesting/Average
5: Boring/A Bit Iffy
4: Needs Attention/Dislike
3: Junky/Despise
2: Disgusting/Garbage
1: Never riding again!
Recorded: March 10th, 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20
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We got a set of 2 Older 3300 elevators. A majority of these Older 3300's age as well as many 330A's (which means they age like crap), but this not this set. Not only are these not very noisy, they run really good.
This place had a parking garage, but it just has a 330TinCAn that smelt like piss. You knew damn well I skipped it.
Elevator Brand: Schindler
Elevator Model (if identifiable): 3300
Elevator Type: MRL Traction
Number of Elevators: 2
Floors Served: 4
Installed: 2014
Current Controller: Miconic NX
Capacity: 2500 lbs
Speed: 150 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: Schindler FI GL 100
Floor Indicator: Schindler FI GL Digital
Directional Lanterns: Schindler FI GL Digital
Chimes/Bells: Older Schindler 3300
Recorded: December 28th, 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20
Chime Sampled by yours truly and edited on Audacity
Video Edited on Clipchamp
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This is the Hybrid Passenger/Service car of the set of 3 Kone Monospaces in the Linville Building. This has a rear door and a lot more buttons! Besides that, this is just as great as the other 2 Passenger Cars, runs great, and just as fast as the other 2 Cars going 350 FPM for 5 Floors. Hell, this cab is in great shape since it is also used as a Service Car!
Elevator Brand: Kone
Elevator Model (if identifiable): EcoSpace/MonoSpace
Elevator Type: MRL Traction
Number of Elevators: 3
Floors Served: 5
Est Installation: 2008
Original Fixtures: KSS 500 Buttons / KSS 500 Floor/Arrow Indicator / KSS 500 Arrow Lanterns (Inside & Outside Floors 2-5) / KSS 500 Arrow Lanterns & Floor Indicator Combos (1st Floor)
Original Stuff Remaining: All Original
Mods/Later Add Ons (if any): NA
Filmed: July 4th, 2022
Hydrofits are about as common for me about as much as finding Original UnModded Westys, VERY RARE. This is only the 3rd one I've filmed and HOLY SHIT WHY IS IT SO LOUD?!?!?!
Just in case you are wondering, this is a MR Hydraulic, so thankfully it isn't an MRL Hydrofire like some are.
Elevator Brand: Otis
Elevator Model (if identifiable): Hydrofit
Elevator Type: Hydraulic
Floors Served: 2
Installed: 2016
Current Controller: NA
Capacity: 3500 lbs
Speed: 125 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: New Series 4 (MicroMotion3)
Floor Indicator: Otis Blue LCD
Arrow Lanterns: Digital Blue Otis
Chimes/Bells: Newer Otis
Recorded: November 22nd, 2022
Phone Used: IPhone 8
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Featuring my friend, JacksonSlater!
Back then, this was a service elevator used for hauling furniture and was not meant to be ridden by the public. When Jackson filmed this months ago, an operator usually rides in the elevator. Now it seems that we can operate it ourselves!
This is actually my first time operating a Manual Elevator. It was a bit awkward at first, but I quickly got used to it. It features a sliding door and a Gate! Considering this is a service elevator and a Westbrook, this thing runs smooth as butter for the most part! The CJA Fixtures are pretty nice too! This is definitely worth checking out this beyond amazing beauty if you're in the area.
Brand: Westbrook
Elevator Model (if identifiable): NA
Elevator Type: Manual Traction
Floors Served: 3
Est Installation: 1949/1950
Original Fixtures: CJ Anderson HN??? Buttons (Call Panels) / CJ Anderson HS Buttons (Car Panels)
Original Stuff Remaining: All Original
Mods/Later Additions (if any): NA
Filmed: April 30th, 2022
This elevator was added onto the expanded property in 2008. It is a TK Vertical Express that is both scenic and somewhat in a cage, making for an interesting view. It is pretty slow and has some button replacements.
Elevator Brand: ThyssenKrupp / Vertical Express
Installed By: NA
Elevator Model (if identifiable): NA
Elevator Type: Hydraulic
Floors Served: 3
Installed: 2008
Current Controller: TAC22
Capacity: 2500 lbs
Speed: Less than 100 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: TK New Traditional
Floor Indicator: Generic Red CE
Directional Lanterns: Dover Traditional Triangle
Chimes/Bells: Dover Electronic / Dover Buzz
Replacements:
Buttons: MAD Atoll (some floor buttons)
Recorded: May 23rd, 2024
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Chime Sampled by yours truly and edited on Audacity
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This is a pretty cool Outdoor Themed place which has all sorts of stuff for sale. This place has a 2nd floor that features more stuff for sale, as well as a small bar. When I saw this place had an elevator, I was expecting an Older 3300. Instead, I got a fucking 330TinCAn that runs like shit. Then again, most 330Lames past the Mid 2000's have crappy qualities anyway and I still wonder why this model still exists besides the fact Schindler is more focused on making far superior MRL Traction models compared to making a better quality Hydraulic Model.
#330Aneedstogoaway
Elevator Brand: Schindler
Elevator Model (if identifiable): 330A
Elevator Type: Hydraulic
Floors Served: 2
Installed: 2017
Current Controller: Miconic HX
Capacity: 2100 lbs
Speed: 125 FPM
Original Fixtures:
Buttons: HT VR (Adam's Survivor Plus CA)
Floor Indicator: HT VR
Arrow Lanterns: HT VR
Chimes/Bells: HT 330A
Recorded: September 15th, 2022
Phone Used: IPhone 8
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This is one of the newer Impulses at these Medical Offices. It has a very big cab, but compared to the older Impulse here, it's kinda quieter and the COP is kinda wonky looking, particularly with the KeySwitches. Besides that, basic Impulse.
Elevator Brand: ThyssenKrupp
Elevator Model (if identifiable): Oildraulic
Elevator Type: Hydraulic
Floors Served: 2
Est Installation: 2002
Original Fixtures: Impulse (Microswitch) Buttons / Analog Dot Matrix Floor Indicator / Impulse Arrow Lanterns
Original Stuff Remaining: All Original
Mods/Later Add Ons (if any): NA
Filmed: March 14th, 2022