Owner Manual - Capital Lease Group
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1. 32 Hand held Pendant Control 15 Manual Operating Instructions 33 35 Lift Features Decals and Antiskid 36 38 Lift Tite LatcheS 16 17 Maintenance and Lubrication 39 48 Inner Roll Stop sisinta satimessa 18 19 Limited Warranty 49 56 QUIS Barrier ts tots eein 19 20 Page 1 Warranty and Registration Instructions Immediately upon receiving your lift examine the unit for any dam age Notify the carrier at once with any claims Two warranty registration cards are located in the lift mounted owner s manual storage pouch shown on opposite page The sales representative must process one of the cards The consumer Page 2 must fill out the other card and mail it to The Braun Corporation The limited warranty is provided in this manual The warranty cards must be processed to acti vate the warranty Two Braun Serial No Series No identification tags are posted on the lift shown on opposite page One I D tag is posted on the op posite pump side vertical arm A second tag is located on the opposite pump side tower Both I D tags provide the product identification information appear ing on the Warranty Registration card Record the identification information in the space pro vided This2. Load Passenger continued 4 2 Press UP switch Photo 1 to fold outer barrier UP fully vertical see Photo and raise the platform to p floor level See Photo J Release Switch 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform To Fold Platform 9 Press FOLD switch until platform stops fully folded See Photos K and L Release switch Close Door s Page 31 NHTSA Operations Checklist The following operations have been verified upon Platform move installation This operational checklist can be used ment is prohibited A WARNING at any time to verify the lift is fully functional beyond the position where the inner roll Discontinue lift use Verified stop is fully immediately if any lift deployed up or vehicle interlock U Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift door is closed ensuring the lift is stowed does operate properly Failure to 1 Platform movement PP may result in 1 Lift operation shall be prevented unless the vehicle shall be interrupted AR RA is stopped and vehicle movement is prevented unless the outer barrier is deployed dama _ The platform will not fold stow if occupied up 1 The inner roll stop will not raise if occupied L The outer barrier will not raise if occupied Ll Verify platform lighting when lift is deployed and Public use vehicle manufacturer
3. In event platform does not Mmmm o unfold press FOLD switch to re lease Lift Tite latches To Unload Passenger 4 1 Read Note below Load passenger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes 9 Note Passenger must be posi tioned fully inside yellow boundar ies and outer barrier must be UP Page 28 FOLD UNFOLD e Amm Lift Operating Instructions Unload Passenger continued lt 4 2 Press DOWN switch until the en gt tire platform reaches ground level see Photo B and the outer bar rier unfolds fully ramp position See Photo C Release switch 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform gt Note Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair or standee has gt crossed the outer barrier See Photos E and F on page 30 also Page 29 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger 1 Read Notes below Load passen ger onto platform and lock wheel chair brakes See Photo G Note Outer barrier must be fully 9 unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair or standee has crossed the outer barrier See Photos E and F 9 Note Passenger must be posi tioned fully inside yellow boundar ies Page 30 FOLD UNFOLD FANS g FOLD UNFOLD Q LIES O Lift Operating Instructions
4. Lift Access Doors and Inter locks Attendants must become familiar with the vehicle lift access door system and vehicle interlock system s Transit vehicles and lift access door configurations vary Door securement devices latches hooks cables etc and procedures to operate them vary Operation Notes and Details Instructions for operation of vehicle interlocks and door securement systems are not addressed in this manual or on lift posted operating instructions decals due to the variety of proce dures required for operating them Braun Corporation NVL 2 Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock specifica tions detailed on pages 7 and 32 Infringement of any lift interlock will prohibit lift operation It is the responsibility of the lift operator attendant to properly open secure and close the vehicle lift door s to activate the vehicle interlock s to load and unload the wheelchair passenger or standee on and off the lift platform and to properly activate all lift functions Operation Notes and Details General Safety The lift operator attendant and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates and clear of all mov ing parts Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants passengers keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts Control Switches FOLD UNFOLD y JANE THE BRAUN e fo
5. above within ten 10 days of when the owner discovered or should have discovered the claimed defect 3 Promptly schedule an appointment with and take the product to an authorized service center for service 4 Pay any transportation costs and all expenses associated with obtaining warranty service Since Braun does not control the scheduling of service work at the independent dealerships you may en counter some delay in scheduling or completion of work If you need assistance you may contact Braun at 631 West 11th Street Winamac Indiana 46996 1 800 THE LIFT 843 5438 If two 2 or more service attempts have been made to correct any covered defect that you believe impairs the value use or safety of the product or if it has taken longer than thirty 30 days for repairs to be com pleted you must to the extent permitted by law notify Braun directly in writing at the above address of the unsuccessful repair s of the alleged defect s so that Braun can become directly involved in providing service pursuant to the terms of this limited warranty Page 52 Limited Warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Limited Warranty does not cover any of the following defects in materials components or parts of the product not attributable to Braun any material component or part of the product that is warranted by another entity Note the written warranty provided by the manufacturer of the material component or part is the direct responsibili
6. in accordance with the terms conditions and limitations of this limited war ranty If the substantial defect in material or workmanship attributable to Braun is found to exist during the second or third year of warranty coverage it will be repaired or replaced at Braun s option without charge to the owner for parts only in accordance with the terms conditions and limitations of this limited warranty Page 49 Limited Warranty Providing the warranty card is returned within 20 days as outlined above the labor warranty period will be extended by two years of coverage in accordance with the terms conditions and limitations of this limited warranty In addition if a substantial defect in material or workmanship attributable to Braun is found to ex ist during the fourth or fifth year of warranty coverage to the following lift s power train parts Cable Cylinder Flow Control Gear Box Motor Pump Hydraulic Hose and Fittings it will be repaired or replaced at Braun s option without charge to the owner for parts only in accordance with the terms conditions and limitations of this limited warranty The cost of labor for repair or replacement at any time after the warranty coverage detailed above is the sole responsibility of the owner Braun s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Braun under this limited warranty Braun reserves the right to use new or remanufactured parts o
7. securement Remove pump module cover and inspect Hydraulic hoses fittings and connections for wear or leaks Harness cables wires terminals and con nections for securement or damage Relays fuses power switch and lights for securement or damage Resecure or replace if needed Replace damaged parts and resecure as needed Apply Light Oil Resecure replace or correct as needed continued continued Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin 2 Hydraulic Fluid Pump Check level Note Fluid should be changed if there is visible contamination Inspect the hydraulic system cylinder hoses fit tings seals etc for leaks if fluid level is low Inspect cylinders fittings and hydraulic connec tions for wear damage or leaks Inspect parallel arms bearings and pivot pins for visible wear or damage Inspect parallel arm pivot pin mounting bolts 8 Inspect platform pivot pins bearings and vertical arms for wear damage and positive securement Inspect inner outer fold arms saddle saddle sup port and associated pivot pins and bearings for visible wear or damage Resecure replace or correct as needed Use Braun 32840 QT hydraulic fluid Exxon Uni vis HVI 26 Do not mix with Dextron III or other hydraulic fluids Check fluid level with platform lowered fu
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9. allows the lift attendant operator to easily track the number of cycles during daily inspections of the lift Discontinue lift use immediately if maintenance and lubrication procedures are not properly per formed or if there is any sign of wear damage or improper operation Contact your sales repre sentative or call The Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect your lift See the Maintenance Lubrication Schedule for recommended applications per number of cycles Specified recommended Lubricant Lubricant WET Ele G Braun Amount Part No Light Penetrating Oil LPS2 General Purpose 16 oz LO Light Oil 30 weight or equivalent Penetrating Oil Aerosol Can 13997 Stainless Stick Door Ease 1 68 oz 1 DE Door Ease Style tube Stick tube 9808 Light Grease Lubriplate 14 oz 1 LG Light Grease Multipurpose Can 3899 Page 40 Parallel Arm Pivot Lift Tite Latch Dampening Pin Bearings 16 LO Spring 2 Springs 4 Points LO Lubrication Diagram Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Bushings 8 LO Saddle Bearing 2 DE Parallel Arm Pivot Pin Bearings 16 LO Lift Tite Latches Tower Pivot Points 2 LO gt 27 7 Inner Fold Arm SY Roller Pin gt Handrail Pivot Pin Bearings 4 LO K Inner Roll Stop Lever Saddle Suppor
10. different types of wheel chairs and different types of wheelchair equipped occupant restraint belt systems torso restraints It is the responsibil ity of the wheelchair passenger to have his or her wheelchair equipped with an occupant restraint seat belt under the direction of their own health care professional Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and or procedures required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers Operation Procedure Review The Braun Corporation rec ommends that transit agency supervisors and wheelchair lift attendants review the safety precautions and operation procedures appearing in this manual and on lift posted decals with your wheelchair lift sales representative dealer before attempting lift operation Any questions or concerns can be addressed by the sales rep resentative at that time Oper ate the lift through all functions with your sales representative on hand to ensure the proper use and operation of the wheel chair lift is understood Page 25 Operation Notes and Details Transit agency supervisors should train and educate lift at tendants on the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift if it is not possible for attendants to review the safety precautions and operation procedures with the wheelchair lift sales repre sentative The lift operator s manual must be stored in the lift mounted manual storage pouch at al
11. information must be provided when filing a warranty claim or ordering parts Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No Serial No OWNER S WARRAN Y REGISTRATION xx O0000009X OOS OWNER NAME ADDRESS city TELEPHONE STATE ziP VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION Sample Warranty Registration Card Record identification information below Model No Serial No Date of Manufacture Sample Serial No Series No Identification Tag La The Braun Corporation 1 800 THE LIFT BRAUNLIFT COM DOT Public Use Lift MODEL XXXXXXXXXX Max Lifting Capacity 600Lbs SERIAL NUMBER XX XXXXX MFG DATE XX XX XXXX Page 3 Top Parallel Arms 2 Main Cylinders 2 See Quiet Ride Stow Blocks 2 Unfold Assist Compression Springs 2 i XO gt fy Platform Lights 2 Visual Audible Towers 2 Threshold Threshold Warning Warning E d visible Hand Held SU Pendant _ Control Vertical Arm Covers 4 Pump Lift Terminol Module Threshold illustration ad Warning 9 ee Handrails 2 Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm Inner Roll Stop Inboard Right Lift Tite Latches 2 Base Plate Bottom Parallel Arms 2 Saddle 2 Outboard Inner Fold Arm 2 Out
12. of the threshold plate Positive securement both ends Inspect handrail components for wear or damage and for proper operation Inspect microswitches for securement and proper adjustment Make sure lift operates smoothly Inspect inner roll stop locks 2 and tor sion springs 2 for wear or damage and for proper operation Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Correct replace damaged parts and or relubricate See Lubrication Diagram Resecure replace or correct as needed See Platform Angle Instructions and Tower Microswitch Adjustment Instructions see applicable service manual Replace damaged parts Resecure replace or adjust as needed See Microswitch Adjustment Instructions see applicable service manual Realign towers and vertical arms Lubricate or correct as needed Replace damaged parts Apply Light Oil to inner roll stop lock pivot point Page 45 continued Page 46 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect external snap rings Outer fold arms 6 Lift Tite latch rollers 2 Lift Tite latch gas dampening springs 4 Outer barrier latch gas springs 2 Outer barrier latch pivots 2 Outer barrier switch lever pivot 1 Outer barrier latch rollers 2 Inner fold arm cam followers 4 Inner fold arm roller pins 4 Inner roll stop lever bracket pins 2 Inspect outer fold arm pins 2 axles 2 and bearings 8 for wear or damage and positive
13. platform is one inch or more below floor level The attendant must always be certain the wheelchair passenger or standee is properly positioned on the platform fully inside yellow boundaries and the wheelchair brakes are locked when a pas senger is on the lift platform The lift passenger must keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of all moving parts Vehicle Floor Level Loading and Unloading The platform must be fully raised at floor level and the bridge plate must be properly positioned when loading or unloading passengers in or out of the vehicle It is the responsibil ity of the lift attendant to ensure the platform and the bridge plate are properly positioned at floor level when loading and unloading passengers The wheelchair brakes must be locked the inner roll stop must be in the fully up vertical position the outer barrier must be in the fully up vertical position and the outer barrier latches must be fully engaged whenever a passenger is on the platform AWARNING Whenever a passenger is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be UP Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property 23 Operation Notes and Details Lift Passeng
14. Braun does not authorize anyone to create any other obligation for it regarding this product Braun is not responsible for any representation promise or warranty made by any independent dealer or other person beyond what is expressly stated in this limited warranty Any selling or servicing dealer is not Braun s agent but an independent entity BRAUN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SHALL BE INDEPENDENT OF ANY FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY WARRANTY AND THIS EXCLUSION SHALL SUR VIVE ANY DETERMINATION THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE This warranty does not cover and in no event shall Braun be liable for towing charges travel lodging or any other expense incurred due to the loss of use of the product or other reason Page 51 Limited Warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you HOW TO GET SERVICE To obtain warranty service the owner must do all of the following 1 Notify an authorized service center of the claimed defect attributable to Braun within the warranty cover age period designated above 2 Provide the notification mentioned in 1
15. KURUA TS Stroking Hand Pump fr NI Page 35 Decals and Antiskid Decals 30695 AWARNING Read manual before operating 3 Load and unload on level surface only The lift is only as safe as 34281 32940 a MANUAL OPERATION accommodate lift Do not operate lift it you suspect lift damage wear or any abnormal condition Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which lit operates Replace missing worn or illegible decals the operator Replace any missing worn or illegible decals Part numbers are provided for decals In spect your lift for missing worn or illegible decals Call 1 800 THE LIFT for replacements Whenever a wheelchair passenger is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily Injury and or property damage Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property CEET 20 Using hand pump handle TO UNFOLD PLATFORM 1 Close hand pump valve turn clockwise 2 Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully stops 3 Open hand pump valve turn counterclockwise OPEN DOOR S AND SECURE until platform reaches floor level Open LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TO UNFOLD PLATFORM 2 ta
16. Operator s Manual for NVL Vista 2 Public Use Wheelchair Lifts M E i DOT Public Use Lift verifies that this platform lift meets the public use lift requirements of FMVSS No 403 This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift but must be installed on buses school buses and multi purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle weight rating GVWR that exceeds 4 536 kg 10 000 Ib J A THE BRAUN Dees CORPORATION LEGI Providing Access to the W orld International Corporate Hdqrs P O Box 310 Winamac IN 46996 USA 1 800 THE LIFT 574 946 6153 FAX 574 946 4670 SERIES 35063 Rev E March 2010 Read manual before operating lift Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Keep manual in lift storage pouch 0 Y S 3 S et Y N lt saa Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase With you in mind our skilled craftsmen have de signed and assembled the finest lift available This manual includes safety precautions lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and instructions for maintenance and lubrica tion procedures Your lift is built for dependability and will bring you years of pleasure and independence as long as maintenance is performed
17. Romo 9 Hand held Pendant Lift Power ON OFF Switch This switch must be in the ON position in order to acti vate the lift The green Power Indicator Light mounted on the outboard face of the pump module illuminates to signal power to the lift Hand held Pendant Control The hand held attendant s pendant control is equipped with two rocker switches UP DOWN and FOLD UNFOLD The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions Simply press the switch labeled for the intended function When there is power to the lift the lift function labels illuminate to identify the functions Lift Power Switch On Off Switch Power Indicator Light Page 15 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features Become familiar with all lift components if not clearly depicted Lift Tite Latches NVL 2 features and the proper opera in this section Contact The Braun Series lifts are equipped with Lift tion of the lift components before Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT Tite Latches Lift Tite Latches attempting lift operation Refer immediately if any of this informa prevent the platform from unfold to the Lift Terminology Illustration tion is not understood for identification of specific lift AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 16 ing from the st
18. TSA Operations Checklist Correct as needed Correct as needed Page 43 continued Page 44 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inner outer fold arms 2 Platform pivot pin bearings 4 Outer fold arm bearings 8 Inner roll stop pivot bearings 2 Inner roll stop lever bearings 2 Inner roll stop lever slot 2 Saddle support bearings 8 Inner fold arm roller pin bearings 4 Inner fold arm cam followers 4 Parallel arm pivot pin bearings 16 Handrail pivot pin bearings 4 Apply grease synthetic to contact areas between inner outer fold arms See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram continued continued Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Hydraulic cylinder pivot bushings 8 Inspect Lift Tite latch rollers for wear or damage positive securement and proper operation 2 Inspect inner roll stop for Wear or damage Proper operation Roll stop should just rest on top surface
19. a bridging feature This feature stops the down travel of the platform if the outboard end of the platform contacts a raised surface such as a curb preventing the operator from lowering the inboard end of the platform Handrails Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair pas senger or standee use The handrails unfold automatically to the horizontal position when the lift unfolds and automatically fold to the vertical position when the platform folds If able passengers should grip both handrails when on the lift platform Discontinue lift opera tion immediately if the handrails do not operate properly Page 21 Operation Notes and Details Lift Passengers If you are an attendant operating the lift it is your responsibility to perform safe loading and unload ing procedures Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and or pro cedures required for safe trans port of wheelchair passengers The lift operator and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates Observe your passenger at all times during lift operation Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or other apparatus that does not fit on the platform area Do not exceed the 800 pound load ca Page 22 pacity of the lift The lift attendant should not ride on the platform with the passenger Passenger Orientation Board ing Direction Braun NVL 2 Series wheelch
20. air lifts accommo date both inboard and outboard facing wheelchair passengers or standees Inboard facing of wheelchair lift passengers is not prohibited but outboard facing of passengers is recommended by The Braun Corporation Braun NVL 2 Series lifts permit both inboard and outboard facing of wheelchair and mobility aid users and accommodate persons using walkers crutches canes or braces or who otherwise have difficulty using steps Standees Lift Operating Instruc tions apply to wheelchair pas sengers and standees Standees should stand in the center of the platform fully inside the yellow boundaries and grip both hand rails if able when on platform Yellow Boundaries The pas senger must be positioned in the center of the platform to prevent side to side load imbalance The lift attendant operator should not ride on the platform with the passenger Yellow platform loading boundar ies are identified in the following manner The yellow powder coat ed inner roll stop and outer barrier identify the inboard and outboard ends of the platform Yellow boundary strip decals are Operation Notes and Details affixed to the platform side plates Yellow plastic caps are placed on the dual handrails The threshold warning plate is powder coated yellow to identify the platform threshold area Interlock A visible and audible threshold warning system will ac tivate if the threshold area is oc cupied when the
21. d contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Whenever a passenger is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be UP Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property e TL EE Te m Lift Operating Instructions A WARNING Before lift operation park the vehicle on a level surface away from vehicular traffic Place the vehicle transmission in Park and engage the parking brake Vehicle engine must be running Lift Operating Instructions photos depict lift model NVL9171B 2 Instructions and procedures are applicable for all NVL 2 Series lift models Lift posted Warnings and Lift Operating Instructions decal 30695 provides lift operating instruc tions Replace any missing worn or illegible decals If your lift does not function as intended a visual or audible warning signal is activated review the NHTSA Opera tions Checklist on page 32 Refer to the Manual Operating Instructions on pages 33 35 to manually operate lift Page 27 Lift Operating Instructions Open Door s and Secure To Unfold Platform Stand clear and press the UN 9 FOLD switch until the platform gt stops reaches floor level unfolds fully Release switch FOLD UNFOLD Note
22. d Service School Certified Interlocks Interlocks vary in Press 5 FOLD switch until type and operation Interlocks platform stops Release must be operational as defined SERIES DOT Public Use Lift Switch in NHTSA Operations Checklist CLOSE DOOR S DOT Public Use Lift service technicians should call 1 800 THE LIFT to receive applicable installation service manual Failure to follow this policy may result in serious bo injury and or property damage DOT Public Use Lift Page 36 Decals and Antiskid Decals 31130 18229 MADE IN AMERICA 31131 ae 32094 32201 PLATFORM FOLD RELIEF VALVE ADJUSTMENT 22249 25652 LL Ce 32942 Contact The Braun Corporation before adjusting hydraulic pressure relief Platform Fold Kj Relief Valve p See service manual for adjustment procedure valve Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage 2249 vi Providing Access to the Word Sisa 7 STANDARDS AUSTRALIA 6 pus 32943 30236R 1 Wide Yellow Boundary Tape order by the inch as needed Page 37 Decals and Antiskid AWARNING Replace missing or worn antiskid Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage I
23. d end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise See Photo C 2 Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully stops See Photo E on page 35 3 Open hand pump valve turn counterclockwise until platform reaches floor level Open 1 2 turn only 4 Close hand pump valve turn clockwise Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn counterclockwise open 1 2 turn only until the platform reaches ground level and outer barrier unfolds Open Down Close Up Stop Manual Operating Instructions Refer to release valve photos and illustration on page 33 Open Down Close 4 Up Stop Up To Raise Using hand pump handle a Place slotted end of pump han dle onto back up pump release valve and turn clockwise to close securely See Photo D Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten o Insert handle into back up pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level see Photo E To Fold Platform In Insert handle into back up pump and stroke until platform stops folds fully See Photo E Note Close back up pump release valve securely before operating electric pump Store pump handle in clamps shown in Photo B ES ES 7 d VNUKUKUKU
24. e Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT if any of this information is not fully understood Direction The terms left right inboard and out board will be used throughout this manual to indicate direc tion as viewed from outside the vehicle looking directly at the lift Refer to the Lift Termi nology Illustrations for clarifica tion of direction terms Page 5 Lift Components Refer to the Lift Terminology ll lustration on page 4 Pump Module The lift mounted pump module consists of the hydraulic pump the manual hand pump and electrical components that power the lift electric hydrau lic systems Hand held Pendant Control The hand held pendant control is connected to the pump mod ule The hand held pendant is equipped with two rocker switch es UNFOLD FOLD DOWN and UP The momentary Switches activate the automatic lift functions Page 6 Lift Terminology Lift Frame The lift frame con sists of the base plate threshold warning plate towers parallel arms vertical arms platform pivot arms and handrails Two main hydraulic cylinders are housed in the parallel arms The electrical hydraulic powered lift frame components mechanically unfold lower raise and fold the lift platform assembly Platform Assembly The lift stacking platform assembly is made up of an inboard platform section and an outboard platform sections each section consist ing of a steel tubing frame wit
25. e ground may re quire extra attention AWARNING Maintenance and lu brication procedures must be performed as specified by an authorized service technician Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage service life of the lift Lift components requiring grease are lubricated during assembly procedures When these compo nents are replaced grease must be applied during installation procedures Specified lubricants are available from The Braun Corporation part num bers provided on the following page When servicing the lift at the recommended intervals inspection and lubrication procedures specified in the previous sections should be re peated Clean components and the surrounding area before applying lubricants LPS2 General Page 39 Maintenance and Lubrication All listed inspection lubrication and maintenance procedures should be repeated at 750 cycle inter vals following the scheduled 4500 cycle mainte nance procedures These intervals are a general guideline for scheduling maintenance procedures and will vary according to lift use and conditions Lifts exposed to severe conditions weather envi ronment contamination heavy usage etc may require inspection and maintenance procedures to be performed more often than specified Cycle Counter NVL 2 Series lift models are equipped with a cycle counter located on the top of the pump module This cycle counter
26. e lift operation imme Activation Feet Page 20 diately if the outer barrier does not operate properly Note The platform must raise approximately three inches before the outer barrier reaches the fully vertical position see photo on opposite page Fully Folded Outer Barrier Up vertical Fully Unfolded Barrier Ramp position 4 Outer Barrier p Interlock Lift plattorm move ment shall be interrupted unless the outer barrier is raised vertical position Outer Barrier Operation The lift attendant must press the DOWN switch to lower the plat form fully to the ground The Operation Notes and Details attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be certain the entire platform reaches and Fully Vertical Outboard Barrier Note Platform must raise approximately three inches before barrier raises fully rests safely on the ground Stop pressing the DOWN switch if any portion of the platform is obstructed while descending or the entire platform does not reach ground level for any rea son contact with an obstruction mechanical failure exceeding the lift floor to ground capacity etc Note The barrier must be fully unfolded until the entire wheel chair or standee has crossed when loading or unloading at ground level Discontinue lift operation immediately if the outer barrier does not operate properly Bridging The NVL 2 incorpo rates
27. er Fold Arms 2 Pump Side Vertical Arm Platform Side Plates 2 Outer Barrier Outer Barrier Latch Page 4 Introduction Braun NVL 2 Vista Series lifts are ADA compliant and com ply fully with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA specifications The NVL 2 is commercial oriented intended for operation by an attendant Lift models vary per size lift model numbers indicate lift dimensions NVL 2 Series lift models can be equipped with left or right side pump modules as needed A left side pump equipped lift model is depicted in the Lift Terminology Illustra tion NVL9171B 2 Right side pump lift models are a mirrored image of rear pump models Lift Terminology pump module located on op posite end of base plate Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for identification of lift components Lift operation procedures are identical for all NVL 2 Series lift models The operating instructions contained in this manual and appearing on lift posted operating instructions decals address the lift control Switches and the correspond ing lift functions Instruc tions are provided for manual operation of the lift in event of power or equipment failure Terminology Become famil iar with the terminology that will be used throughout this manual Become familiar with the identification of lift com ponents and their functions Contact your lift sales repre sentative or call Th
28. er ntin national Product Support repre sentatives will direct you to AWARNING authorized service technician Do not use the outer barrier as who will inspect your lift Discontinue lift use a brake Stop and brake the immediately if any wheelchair when fully loaded lift component does on the platform Manually stop operate prop and brake manual wheelchairs erly Failure to do so Stop powered wheelchairs with may result in serious the wheelchair controls Turn bodily injury and or powered electric wheelchairs property damage off when on the platform If the outer barrier inner roll stop handrails or any other lift component does not operate as outlined in this manual discon tinue lift use immediately and contact The Braun Corporation sales representative in your area or call The Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT One of our Page 24 Operation Notes and Details Wheelchair Equipped Occupant Seat Belts The Braun Corporation recom mends wheelchair passengers position and buckle their wheel AWARNING Position and secure buckle engage fasten etc the wheelchair equipped occupant seat belt before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property seat belt torso restraint before loading onto a wheelchair lift Different types of disabilities require
29. etected and corrected at the factory or bya dealer prior to delivery to the purchaser You must inspect the product for this type of damage when you take delivery If you find any such defect or damage you must notify the selling dealer or Braun at the time Page 53 Limited Warranty of delivery to have these items covered by this limited warranty and to have work performed on the items at no cost to you as provided by this limited warranty EVENTS DISCHARGING BRAUN FROM OBLIGATION UNDER WARRANTY The following shall completely discharge Braun from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair or replace anything and void this warranty misuse neglect collision accidents failure to provide routine maintenance See Owner s Manual unauthorized alteration off road use Acts of Nature damage from weather or the environment theft vandalism tampering fire explosions overloading the product and odometer tampering LEGAL REMEDIES Any action to enforce any portion of this limited warranty or any implied warranty must be commenced within six 6 months after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above or the action will be barred because of the passage of time Any performance of repairs shall not suspend this limitation period from expiring Any performance of repairs after the warranty coverage period has expired or performance of repairs regarding any thing excluded from coverage under this limited warranty sha
30. ety Precautions continued AWARNING If the lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts Platform must be positioned at floor level bridge plate height when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle Do not use platform inner roll stop or outer barrier as a brake Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs stop pow ered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls Turn powered electric wheelchairs off when on lift platform Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ground level lowered fully and the outer barrier is fully unfolded ramp position before loading or unloading a pas senger at ground level AWARNING Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until front and rear wheelchair wheels cross the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level Page 12 AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Lift Operation Safety Accidental activation of control s
31. f similar quality to complete any work and to make parts and design changes from time to time without notice to anyone Braun reserves the right to make changes in the design or material of its products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such changes in any previously manufactured product Braun makes no warranty as to the future performance of this product and this limited warranty is not intended to extend to the future performance of the product In addition the owner s obligation to notify Braun or one of its authorized inde pendent dealers of a claimed defect does not modify any obligation placed on the owner to contact Braun directly when attempting to pursue remedies under state or federal law Page 50 Limited Warranty LIMITATIONS EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THAT IS FOUND TO ARISE BY WAY OF STATE OR FEDERAL LAW IN CLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS LIMITED IN SCOPE OF COVERAGE TO THE SCOPE OF COVERAGE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Braun disclaims any express or implied warranty including any implied warranty of fitness or merchantability on items excluded from coverage as set forth in this limited warranty Braun makes no warranty of any nature beyond that contained in this limited warranty No one has authority to enlarge amend or modify this limited warranty and
32. ft for three 3 years or 10 000 cycles and the cost of labor to repair or replace those parts for one 1 year or 3 000 cycles If The Braun Corporation receives the warranty registration card within 20 days after the lift is put into service the warranty labor coverage will increase from one 1 year or 3 000 cycles to three 3 years or 10 000 cycles In addition providing the warranty registration card is returned as noted above the following lift s power train parts are warrantied for five 5 years or 15 000 cycles Cable Cylinder Flow Control Gear Box Mo tor Pump Hydraulic Hose and Fittings This limited warranty covers substantial defects in materials and workmanship of the lift provided that the lift is operated and maintained properly and in conformity with the owner s manual The warranty period begins on the date that the product is delivered to the first retail purchaser by an independent authorized dealer of Braun or if the dealer places the product into any type of service prior to retail sale on the date the dealer first places the product in such service This limited warranty applies only to the first purchaser It may not be transferred WHAT BRAUN WILL DO TO CORRECT PROBLEMS In the event that a substantial defect in material or workmanship attributable to Braun is found to exist during the first year of warranty coverage it will be repaired or replaced at Braun s option without charge for parts or labor to the owner
33. g lift Provide adequate clearance outside the vehicle to accom modate the lift before opening lift door s or operating lift Inspect lift before operation Do not operate lift if you suspect lift damage wear or any AWARNING Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which the lift operates Page 10 AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Lift Operation Safety Whenever a wheelchair passenger or standee is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up vertical Outer barrier latches must be fully engaged Passenger should grip both handrails if able Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic Do not overload or abuse The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering func tions continuous lifting capacity is 800 Ibs Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly Do not operate or board the lift if you or your lift operator are intoxicated Do not raise front wheelchair wheels pull wheelie when loading boarding the platform Open lift door s fully and secure before operating lift Position and secure buckle engage fasten etc the wheelchair equipped occupant seat belt torso restraint before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform Page 11 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Saf
34. gs 2 Apply Light Grease See Lubrication Diagram Platform fold link bearings 4 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Platform fold gear rack bearings 4 Apply Light Grease See Lubrication Diagram Platform fold gear rack teeth 2 Apply Door Ease See Lubrication Diagram Lift Tite latches tower pivot points 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram continued continued Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Lift Tite latch gas dampening spring pivot points 2 springs 4 points Platform side plate slots Inspect Lift Tite latches and gas damp ening springs for wear or damage bent deformed or misaligned positive securement lock nuts external snap rings and proper operation Inspect outer barrier for proper operation Inspect outer barrier latch for proper opera tion positive securement and detached or missing spring s Adjust fold pressure if applicable Verify NHTSA Operations Checklist Inspect lift for wear damage or any abnormal condition Inspect lift for rattles Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Grease See Lubrication Diagram Resecure replace damaged parts or otherwise correct as needed Note Apply Light Grease to Lift Tite latch tower pivot point if replacing latch Correct or replace damaged parts Correct or replace damaged parts and or relubri cate See Lubrication Diagram See applicable service manual See NH
35. h grating surface The inner roll stop bridge plate assembly IB is mounted on the inboard platform section The outboard platform section is equipped with the outer barrier Lift Tite Latches The spring loaded latches prevent the platform from unfolding from the stowed position in the event of platform drift Further details regarding Lift Tite latches are provided on pages 16 and 17 Outer Barrier The spring loaded automatic outer barrier outboard roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level Photos and further details regarding the outer barrier are provided in the Opera tion Notes and Details section pages 19 21 Inner Roll Stop NVL 2 Se ries lift models are equipped with an automatic inboard roll stop that also serves as the bridge plate The roll stop bridges the gap between the lift platform and the vehicle floor The inner roll stop auto matically rotates from the hori zontal position to the vertical position as the lift lowers and raises Further details regard ing the automatic mechanical inboard roll stop are provided on pages 18 and 19 Lift Terminology Vehicle and Lift Interlocks Braun Corporation NVL 2 Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock speci fications Vehicle movement is prohibited unless the lift is fully stowed and the lift will not func tion unless the vehicle is parked and secured The NVL 2 features a
36. l times Preventive Maintenance Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble free lift operation General preventive lift maintenance consisting of careful inspections of the lift sys Page 26 tem and cleaning the lift should be a part of your transit agency daily lift service program Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential lift opera tion downtime and increase the service life of the lift as well as possibly detecting potential hazards Exposure to harsh weather ele ments environmental conditions or heavy usage may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the place of the procedures specified in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided on pages 39 48 of this manual Refer to the Maintenance and Lubrica tion section for further details AWARNING Maintenance lubrication procedures must be performed by authorized service personnel as specified in this manual Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property AWARNING Read become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions opera tion notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions prior to operating the lift If this information is not fully understoo
37. ll be considered good will repairs and they will not alter the terms of this limited warranty or extend the warranty coverage period or the filing limitation period in this paragraph In addition since it is reasonable to expect that the product will need some service during the warranty period this warranty does not extend to future performance It only sets forth what Braun will do and does not guarantee anything about the product for any time period Page 54 Limited Warranty Nothing in this warranty or any action of Braun or any agent of Braun shall be interpreted as an extension of any warranty period or the filing limitation period in this paragraph Some states do not allow a reduction in the statute of limitations so this reduction may not apply to you WARRANTY REGISTRATION and MISCELLANEOUS Your warranty registration records should be completed and delivered to the appropriate companies includ ing the Braun Delivery Checklist amp Warranty form That form must be returned to Braun within twenty 20 days of purchase The Braun warranty will not be registered unless this warranty registration is completed and received by Braun Failure to file this warranty registration with Braun will not affect your rights under this limited warranty as long as you can present proof of purchase but it can cause delays in obtaining the benefits of this limited warranty and it changes the start date of the warranty to the date of final assemb
38. lly Fill to maximum fluid level indicated on reservoir specified on decal Do not overfill If fluid level decal is not present measure 1 3 8 from the fill port to locate fluid level Tighten repair or replace if needed Replace if needed Tighten or replace if needed Replace damaged parts and lubricate if needed Apply Light Grease during reassembly procedures Replace if needed Page 47 continued Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect gas springs cylinders 6 for wear or damage proper operation and positive securement Inspect saddle bearing UHMW 2 Inspect vertical arm plastic covers Inspect power cable Mounting Decals and Antiskid Consecutive Repeat all previously listed inspection 750 Cycle Intervals Page 48 lubrication and maintenance procedures at 750 cycle intervals Tighten replace or correct as needed Apply Door Ease or replace if needed See Lubrication Diagram Resecure or replace if needed Resecure repair or replace if needed Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the vehicle and there are no loose bolts broken welds or stress fractures Replace decals if worn missing or illegible Replace antiskid if worn or missing See Decals and Antiskid section on pages 36 38 Limited Warranty WARRANTY COVERAGE AND WARRANTY COVERAGE TIME PERIODS The Braun Corporation Braun warranty covers certain parts of this wheelchair li
39. ls inboard to the stowed position Interlock Features The inner roll stop features a locking mecha nism that prohibits the platform from lowering if the lock is not engaged The inner roll stop also senses weight to prohibit lift op eration The lift will not function if the inner roll stop is occupied Discontinue lift operation immedi ately if the inner roll stop does not operate properly Outer Barrier This spring load ed roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unload ing at ground level see photos on following page When the platform lowers fully to ground level the roll stop activation feet automatically unfold rotate the barrier to the ramp position fully unfolded The two activation feet one at each end of the bar rier ensure barrier operation on an uneven surface Although the outer barrier is lift powered the activation of the barrier is controlled by the lift operator attendant Press ing the DOWN switch unfolds the barrier The outer barrier is spring loaded to automati cally fold rotate to the vertical position when the UP switch is pressed As the activation feet lift off the ground the torsion springs rotate the barrier to the vertical position Page 19 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features continued Interlock The outer barrier senses weight to prohibit lift op eration The lift will not function if the outer barrier is occupied Discontinu
40. ly of the product by Braun Braun agrees to repair or replace any of its factory installed parts found to have substantial defects within the appropriate warranty period designated above provided that the repair is authorized by Braun and car ried out by an authorized service center a Braun labor schedule determines the cost allowance for repairs Braun will not honor any warranty claim for repairs or replacement of parts unless the claim is submitted with the appropriate paperwork and the work is completed by an independent factory authorized service center The appropriate paperwork can be obtained by written or phone contact with Braun at the contact information in this warranty Page 55 Limited Warranty Braun reserves the right to designate where any warranty work can be performed Braun also reserves the right to examine any defective workmanship or part prior to giving any authorization for warranty work Braun s return authorization procedure must be adhered to in order to process any warranty claims THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE Page 56 Providing Access to the World Over Dealers Operator s Manual for NVL Vista 2 Public Use Wheelchair Lifts Patent 5 261 779 Patent 6 464 447 Patent 6 837 670 Patent 7 422 408 Patent 6 065 924 Patent 6 599 079 Patent 7 306 422 Patent 7 444 995 Patent 6 238 169 Patent 6 692 217 Patent
41. nd clear and press Note Clean surfaces as pg Valve turn TII detailed on page 38 before posting decals does not unfold press y crose J FOLD switch to release Lift Tite latches clockwise DOWN TO LOWER TO UNLOAD PASSENGER Open hand pump valve turn counterclockwise Open 1 2 turn only platform and lock wheelchair ori UP TO RAISE 2 Press DOWN switch until entire platform reaches 31045 round level and outer 1 Close hand pump valve Barrier unfolds fully OPERATING turn clockwise Unlock wheelchair brakes INSTRUCTIONS 2 Insert handle in pump lt and unload passenger rom and stroke platform reaches floor level TO FOLD PLATFORM TO LOAD PASSENGER 1 Load passenger onto Platform and lock wheelchair brakes Insert handle in 2 Press UP switch to fold pump and stroke Xj Outer barrier up and raise 25675 Beat waning end opera 21494 decal Lift operating instructions apply to wheelchair passengers and standees platform to floor level 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes LIFT POWER ES 7 2m Stenciensy Stondess Note Cl I and unload passenger from Lift installation and servicing prohibited by stared at contar of platforms OSAMA platform ih fully inside yellow boundaries before operating anyone who has not been certified by The Braun grip handrails and lower head electric pump FOLD PLATFORM Corporation Sales an
42. nspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid Order as needed Note Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol before decal or antiskid application Use a clean cloth or paper towels Do not use oily shop rags Wipe surface free of residue with dry portion of cleaning cloth Page 38 Antiskid Available Antiskid Size Color Part No 2 x 12 Black 24172 BK 2 x 12 Yellow 24172 YL 3 x 8 Black 31188 BK 3 x 12 Black 24173 BK 3 x 12 Yellow 24173 YL 6 x 12 Black 24174 BK 6 x 12 Yellow 24174 YL Maintenance and Lubrication Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure safe trouble free operation Inspecting the lift for any wear damage or other abnormal condi tions should be a part of the transit agency daily service program Simple inspections can detect potential problems The maintenance and lubrication procedures specified in the following schedule must be per formed by a Braun authorized service represen tative at the scheduled intervals according to the number of cycles NVL 2 Series lifts are equipped with hardened pins and self lubricating bushings to decrease wear provide smooth operation and extend the Purpose Penetrating Oil is recommended where Light Oil is called out Use of improper lubricants can attract dirt or other contaminants which could result in wear or damage to the components Platform components exposed to contami nants when lowered to th
43. owed position in Engaged Lift Tite Latch Latch Engagement Pin Roller Operation Notes and Details the event of platform drift Due to the all hydraulic operation of the dual cylinder NVL 2 hydraulic fluid expansion con traction or seepage may occur Any of these conditions may result in platform drift failure to hold the platform in the folded or raised position Platform drift may occur during lift ship ment and or between extended periods of non use In the event that the platform does not unfold when the UNFOLD switch is pressed press the FOLD switch mo mentarily to disengage the Lift Tite latches platform drift has occurred Then press the UNFOLD switch to unfold the platform to floor level standard operation When manually operating a lift equipped with Lift Tite latches insert the pump handle in the pump and stroke until the plat form folds fully stops Then open the hand pump valve turn counterclockwise to unfold the Disengaged Lift Tite Latch Latch Engagement Pin Roller platform Folding the platform fully first will ensure that the Lift Tite latches will disengage properly when the release valve is opened Manual Operating Instructions are provided on pages 33 35 Page 17 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features continued When the UNFOLD switch is floor The inboard edge of the pressed and the platform unfolds roll
44. regularly and the lift is operated by an instructed person Sincerely THE BRAUN CORPORATION Ralph W Braun Chief Executive Officer Contents Warranty Registration Instructions 2 3 Outer Barrier Operation 20 21 Lift Terminology Bridging cete ool 21 Lift Terminology Illustration 4 21 Introduction retenti e 5 Lift Passengers BI zelo e 5 Passenger Orientation Boarding Direction 22 Lift COTA ONIONS 6 7 SENE E H 22 Vehicle and Lift Interlocks 7 Yellow Boundaries 22 23 Lift Actions and Functions 8 Vehicle Floor Level Loading and Lift Operation Safety Unloading ret centres 23 24 Safety Symbols 2 2 2 1 aa 9 Wheelchair Equipped Occupant Seat Belts 25 Lift Operation Safety Precautions 10 13 Operation Procedure Review 25 26 Operation Notes and Details Preventive Maintenance 26 Introduction Lift Access Doors and Interlocks 14 Lift Operating Instructions 27 31 General Safety 15 NHTSA Operations Checklist
45. s are responsible pendant illumination when lift is powered for complying with the lift lighting requirements in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 404 1 A visual and audible warning will activate if the Platform Lift Installations in Motor Vehicles 49 CFR threshold area is occupied when the platform is at 571 404 least one inch below floor level Page 32 Manual Operating Instructions Instructions are provided for all provides manual operating instruc Refer to the Lift Operating In steps that differ from standard tions also Note Inner roll stop structions for all normal lift opera lift operation procedures and outer barrier automatically tion procedures Follow all Lift The Manual Operation de function during manual operation Operation Safety Precautions cal posted on pump cover Release Valve approximate 1 16 intervals maximum Valve Tightening 30 inch Ibs Specification minimum Once valve seats 15 inch Ibs stops tighten 15 stops Note Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump Release Valve Page 33 Manual Operating Instructions Refer to release valve photos and illustration on page 33 Page 34 To Unfold Platform Out Down To Lower Using hand pump handle Photo B 1 Close hand pump valve place slotte
46. stop rests on the threshold from stow position to floor level warning plate base plate Inner Roll Stop NVL 2 Series this mechanical roll stop is auto lift models are equipped with matically deployed to the bridging roll stop automatically folds an automatic inner roll stop that horizontal position to provide a rotates to the vertical roll stop also serves as a bridge plate in bridge plate between the platform position when the platform lowers ner roll stop photos below and the lift base plate vehicle to the ground DOWN switch is pressed IN Fully Deployed Fully Unfolded L vertical horizontal Inner Inner Roll Stop Roll Stop bridging position lt 4 Inner Roll Stop p The inner roll stop must overlap the base plate a minimum 1 2 Page 18 Operation Notes and Details AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage As the UP switch is pressed and the platform raises from ground level the inner roll stop automati cally unfolds rotates to the hori zontal bridging position when it reaches vehicle floor level The roll stop must overlap the lift base plate a minimum 1 2 When the FOLD switch is pressed and the platform folds from floor level to the stow verti cal position the inner roll stop automatically trave
47. t Bearings 2 and Slots 2 LO Beaings 8 LO Inner Roll Stop Pivot Bearings 2 LO Inner Fold Arm Cam Followers 4 LO Platform Fold Gear Rack 2 and Inner Outer Fold Arm Contact Area 2 LG Gear Link Assembly Teeth 2 DE Lift Tite Latch Rollers 2 LO Outer Fold Arm Bearings 8 LO Platform Pivot Pin Bearings 4 i Y Gear Link Assembly Bearings 4 LO Platform Side Plate Slots 2 LG Outer Barrier Pivot Bearings 2 LO Platform Fold Link Bearings 4 LO Platform Fold Gear Rack Bearings 4 LG Outer Barrier Latch Roller Outer Barrier Gas Springs 2 Springs 4 Places LO Bearing 2 LO Outer Barrier Latch Pivot Points 2 LO d Outer Barrier Switch Lever Pivot Point LO Outer Barrier Activation Foot Bearings 4 LO Page 41 continued Page 42 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Outer barrier pivot points 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch pivot points 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier switch lever pivot point Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch roller bearing 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier gas springs 2 springs 4 points Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Gear link assembly bearings 4 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Gear link assembly teeth 2 Apply Door Ease See Lubrication Diagram Outboard platform bearin
48. tch is pressed When the lift is fully lowered pressing the UP switch first raises the platform E UP Outer Barrier Fold Deploy As the platform begins to raise off the ground the spring loaded outer barrier rotates from the ramp position to vertical position F FOLD In Platform Fold Fold is the action of the platform rotating up and in from the floor level horizontal position to fully stowed vertical position when the FOLD switch is pressed Stowed Position The lift is stowed when the lift platform has been fully raised and folded fully vertical position Floor Level Floor level is the position height the platform as sembly reaches in order for the wheelchair passenger to enter and exit the vehicle fully raised The platform automatically stops at floor level when unfolding from the stowed position and when raising from ground level Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST Know That All inf i ined Alinthismenudand B AWARNING ACAUTION supplements if included is pro vided for your safety Familiarity This symbol indicates This symbol indicates with proper operation instructions important safety important information as well as proper maintenance information regarding regarding how to procedures are necessary to en a potentially hazard avoid a hazardous sure safe trouble free operation ous situation that situa
49. tion that could Safety precautions are provided could result in serious result in minor per to identify potentially hazardous bodily injury and or sonal injury or prop situations and provide instruction property damage erty damage on how to avoid them ID Note Additional information provided to help clarify or detail a specific subject These symbols will appear throughout this manual as well as on the labels posted on your lift Recognize the seriousness of this information Page 9 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Safety Precautions AWARNING If the lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING abnormal condition Read manual and supplement s before operating lift Read and become familiar with all safety precautions operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions before operating the lift Note Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel drivers and wheelchair lift attendants must read and become familiar with the contents of this manual and supplement s before operation Load and unload on level surface only Engage vehicle parking brake before operatin
50. ty of that manufacturer items that are added or changed after the product leaves Braun s possession additional items installed at any dealership or other place of business or by any other party other than Braun normal wear tear usage maintenance service periodic adjustments the effects of condensation or moisture from condensation mold or any damage caused by mold imperfections that do not affect the product for its intended purpose items that are working as designed but that you are unhappy with problems related to mis operation misuse mishandling neglect or abuse including failure to main tain the product in accordance with the owner s manual or other routine maintenance such as inspections lubricating adjustments tightening of screws sealing wheel alignments or rotating tires damage due to accident or collision including any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environment theft vandalism fire or other intervening acts not attributable to Braun damage resulting from tire wear or tire failure defacing scratches dents or chips on any interior or exterior surface of the product including those caused by rocks or other road hazards damage caused by off road use overloading or alteration of the product or any of its components or parts Defects and or damage to interior and exterior surfaces and other appearance items may occur at the fac tory or when the product is in transit These items are usually d
51. visual and audible threshold warning system that will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is one inch or more below floor level The inner roll stop and outer barrier sense weight to prohibit lift operation The lift will not function if the inner roll stop or outer barrier are occupied The lift platform cannot be folded stowed if occupied The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohib its the platform from lowering if the lock does not engage The lift platform cannot be raised or lowered unless the outer bar rier is deployed up Page 7 Lift Actions and Functions DEPLOY A C A UNFOLD Out Platform Unfold Unfold is the action of the platform rotating out and down from the fully stowed vertical position to floor level horizontal position when the UNFOLD switch is pressed B DOWN Platform Lower Down is the action of the plat form lowering from floor level position to fully lowered ground level position when the DOWN Switch is pressed C DOWN Outer Barrier Un fold Down When the plat form reaches the fully lowered Page 8 Lift Terminology ground position and the DOWN switch is continued to be pressed the outer barrier rotates downward from vertical position to ramp position STOW D F D UP Platform Raise Up is the action of the platform raising from ground level to floor level fully raised position when the UP swi
52. witch es may cause unintended operation s Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by authorized certified service personnel Replace missing worn or illegible decals Keep owner s operator s manual in lift mounted manual storage pouch at all times Never modify alter a Braun Corporation lift Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The Braun Corporation Do not remove any guards or covers Keep clear of any hydraulic leak Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and or prop erty damage Page 13 AWARNING Read become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions opera tion notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions prior to operating the lift If this information is not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 14 NVL 2 Series Public Use lift models are specifically designed to be operated by an attendant The Lift Operating Instructions contained in this manual and posted on the lift provide instruc tions for operation of the lift only Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precau tions operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operating instructions before at tempting lift operation procedures
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