Harmar Mobility AL500 User's Manual
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1. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY AL 550 VERIFY THE CHAIR HAS BEEN LOCKED INTO THE DOCKING STATION BY ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE CHAIR OFF IN REVERSE THE DOCKING STATION WILL CLICK or POP AND The YELLOW INDICATOR WILL EXTEND BUT THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF YOUR POWER CHAIR IS TO PERFORM THE REVERSE TEST EACH TIME YOUR POWER CHAIR IS LOADED OPERATION AL550 UNLOADING THE POWER CHAIR lt gt Insert and turn key Press down on switch to lower platform To avoid bending over you may wish to release chair from Locking Device prior to lowering platform Be sure the drive wheels are engaged and the chair s power is OFF Slowly back chair off platform lt gt TO RELEASE CHAIR Slide knob this direction C NOTE During transport vibration may cause the chair to tighten itself in the locking device making the release knob difficult to slide To overcome this simply drive the chair forward a bit This will take pressure off the knob allowing an easier release Raise the platform CL J Once the chair has left the locking device by pressing up on ar gt it automatically resets itself to accept the the switch until 2 next time the chair needs to be transported motor s clicking No adjustment of the release knob is required noise is heard E Platform will fold automatically Remove the key if desired lt Insert Key and switch to2. 560 20r3 105165 Ibs Important Note Some states have very strict license plate obstruction laws so be sure to familiarize yourself with the local and state laws Important Note Assure the receiver tube of the hitch is parallel to the ground This is nota recommendation but rather a requirement If the hitch is not installed properly it will affect the functioning of the lift Some vehicles will require that the rear suspension be supplemented The manufacturer recommends the installer contact a suspension specialist for additional technical support A vehicle with a Class 3 Class 2 requires optional accessories hitch and standard 4 post trailer wiring is ready for installation of the lift VEHICLE HITCH Hitch Adapters Standard Class 2 Several hitch adapters are available to fit the needs of differnet vehicles When selcting a Hitch Adapter you should determine the hitch class and AL129 B measure the bumper distance aci 5 gt 222 Bumper distance is the length from the 5 trailer hitch s bolt hole to the rear most point on the vehicle Class 2 Extra long uas BUMPER Sus lt lt MEASURE 7 Ld THIS DISTANCE Class 3 Short TRAILER HITCH Hitch class is usually printed on the trailer hitch however it can also be determined by measuring the inside of the receiver on the trailer hitch Class 2 hitches measure 1 1 4 x 1 1 4 AL1232 Class 3 hitches measure 2 x 2 AL1235 2in Drop Class 3 2
3. CHAIR PREPARATION AL550 only SETTING DOCKING DEVICE HEIGHT If ground clearance Then use Hardware Used Z from hordwore pock on No Spacers Measure distance of Tur Mounted on lift mounting surface to ground 25 spacers from factory PRIOR TO MOUNTING DOCKING PLATE TO CHAIR 5 spacers om Ground clearance MUST be greater than or equal to 75 spacers 1 75 1 spacers Determine number of spacers required for 1 5 spacers your ground 4 clearance ax 25 spacers 1 5 25 spacers 1 1 spacers Remove Locking Device and insert appropriate number of spacers Re attach to platform 1 1 5 spacers change to longer cJ lL E screws if necessary I 1 25 spacers i 5 25 spacers Verify the head of the shoulder bolt is below the underside of the locking device UP TO A 1 4 OF SPACE IS ACCEPTABLE Drive Chair onto Lift wuz 5 Perform lock down test 1 next to assure look down the entry Fa installation of Docking point of the Shoulder Underside Device Plate
4. NC Measure from Hitch Bar to ground 5 13 For ALO30 ONLY Ball Mount Hitch Adapter and stabilizer CHAIR PREPARATION THERE ARE 2 OPTIONS ON HOW TOATTACH THE STRAP HOOKS TO THE CHAIR THAT ARE INCLUDED WITH THE LIFT ANCHOR PLATE THE ANCHOR PLATE IS A FLAT PLATE THAT IS 20 LONG WITH ASLOT IN EACH END THIS PLATE WILL WORK WITHANY CHAIR OR SCOOTER THAT HAS A CENTER SEAT POST AND ATTACHES TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT ATTACH THE ANCHOR PLATE BY THE FOLLOWING STEPS THE ANCHOR PLATE SHOULD EXTEND ABOUT 1 1 2 OUT FROM THE SIDE OF THE CUSHION THIS WILL ALLOW THE USER TO ATTACH THE STRAP HOOKS TO THE ANCHOR PLATE TO SECURE THE CHAIR TO THE LIFT REMOVE SEAT FROM THE CHAIR 2 LOOSEN THE SCREWS THAT ATTACH THE PLATE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT ALLOW ENOUGH ROOM TO SLIDE THE ANCHOR PLATE BETWEEN THE SEATAND SEAT PLATE ATTACH THE ANCHOR PLATE IN THE CENTER OF THE SEAT PLATE WITH THE HOLES ON EACH END EXTENDING EVENLY ON EACH SIDE OF THE SEAT RE TIGHTEN THE SCREWS THAT HOLD THE SEAT PLATE TO THE BOTTOM THE SEAT REPLACE THE SEAT ONTHE CHAIR ANCHOR U BOLTS THE U BOLTS ARE BE USED WITH POWER CHAIRS OR SCOOTERS THAT DO HAVEA CENTER SEAT POST ON THIS TYPE OF CHAIR THE SEATIS NORMALLY ATTACHED TO ATUBULAR FRAME ATTACH THE U BOLTS TWO ON EACH SIDE TO THE FRAME AS SHOWN BELOW MAKE SURE THAT THE LOOP EXTENDS TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE CHAIR TO ALLOW THE ST
5. Drop Class 3 d Once you have determined the hitch class and bumper distance refer to the diagram below to select the proper hitch adapter As always Harmar Mobility s trained personnel will be glad to assist you in selecting the proper hitch adapter T 4 AL1236 AL1265 NN x 4in Drop Class 2 Gin prop ass 3 7 Shorter adapters available for shallow hitches Drop adapters available for higher p than normal vehicles INSTALLATION In order to determine how to assemble the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter the distance from the bottom of the hitch to the ground must be measured Determine which set of holes to use to bolt together the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter Use the 1 2 x 3 1 2 bolts and nuts provided and tighten Drawings below depict a Class 3 Hitch Adapter The installation for a Class 2 is identical HITCH ADAPTER Measure from Hitch Bar to ground SWING AWAY HITCH ADAPTER Once you have determined the proper adjustment for the Hitch Post or Swing Away and have attached it to the Hitch Adapter insert the adapter into the hitch receiver and attach it using the 1 2 x 3 1 2 bolt Pinch Bolt Tube and lock nut CLASS 3 CLASS 2 2x2 TUBE 1 25 x 1 25 Solid Bar Pinch Bolt Tube PINCH BOLT Not required as TUBE Class 2 is threaded NOTE Pinch Bolt Tube is added to the
6. gt Harmiar installation and Owner s Manual MOBILITY 500 Universal Power Chair Lift AL100 Universal Scooter Lift AL550 Automatic Power Chair Lift Capacity 350 Ibs Capacity 350 Ibs Capacity 350 Ibs AL300 Universal Power Chair AL 560 Auto Hold Down P C Lift AL301XL Extra Wide Power Chair Scooter Lift Outside Lift Scooter Lift Capacity 350 Ibs Capacity 350 Ibs Capacity 350 Ibs 030 Power Tote for AL010 050 Micro Power Chair Manual Wheelchairs Micro Scooter Lift Capacity 100 Ibs Capacity 135 Ibs Read manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate lift This manual has been provided to assist you with lift installation and operation For further assistance please contact your authorized Harmar Mobility dealer or Harmar s Technical Services department Tel 800 833 0478 Fax 866 234 0478 Email tech harmar com Serial Number UNPACKING THE LIFT Your Universal Outside Lift was factory pre assembled to require little assembly before installation Box contents should include AL500 AL100 Package Check List Main lift body 1 Hitch Post 2 Hitch Adapter 3 Anchor Plate Hardware pack Hardware Package Package Check List Main lift body 1 Vehicle Wiring Harness Hitch Post 2 Required Fasteners Hitch Adapter 3 Keys Spreader Bar 4 Black tie wraps Hardware pack Instruction Manual Contents Include AL550 Package Check List Main lift body
7. the problem inspect the entire length of the vehicle harness for breaks or worn insulation A good supply of power will ensure full lifting capacity Check the ground and power wire making sure that it is securely The motor works attached to the battery of the vehicle Grounding the lift to any other intermittently location may cause loss of ground and intermittent loss of power Check the wires leading to the toggle switch in the motor housing box All connections must be securely on the switch Check the tension of the pivot point bolts Two tight and the The platform or hold down arm is not holding upright or is too hard to move movement will be to too hard Too loose and the part will not stay in the desired position Tighten or loosen bolts until platform and or hold down arm operates with some resistance There is a ratcheting sound This is a normal sound It is the clutch activating when the lift reaches when the lift is all the way up the end position This sound should only occur when the toggle switch or down is being pressed and the platform is at its highest and lowest point This light runs from the 4 prong trailer plug located on the vehicle wiring The license plate light does harness that powers the lift Most hitch installers will install this type of not work wiring when the hitch is installed If no such plug exists it may be wired directly to a tail light or license plate light This w
8. COVER ASSEMBLY TUt O0625 085 2 2 STEEL TUBE e M KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH 5 ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT EXPLODED VIEW AL 030 DESCRIPTION PART SWITCH PLATE ALA12055 TOGGLE SWITCH ALA12010 KEY SWITCH ALA12015 MOTOR COVER ALA12050 ACTUATOR ALA10010 OUTER TUBE 1030 ALA0303 HOLD DOWN ARM 030 ALA0305 HOLD DOWN ARM MOUNT ALA0307 HOLD DOWN ARM BACK PLATE ALA03020 INNER TUBE 010 030 ALA0300 HITCH POST ALA129 CLASS 1 HITCH ADAPTER ALA01090 CLASS 1 STABILIZER ALA01097 CLASS 2 HITCH ADAPTER AL126 CLASS 3 HITCH ADAPTER ALA123 PLATFORM 030 ALA0312 G Q WN e M KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH x ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT EXPLODED VIEW AL 100 ASSEMBLY PARTS ALA10010REV2 ACTUATOR 10032 ROLLER 2 DIA LIHMW ALA100REV2 INNER TUBE ALATOSREV3S OUTER TUBE ROD HDA 3 4 X 17 34 PLATED ALA11010 ALA12010 TOGGLE SWITCH ALA12055REV2 SWITCH PLATE ALA123REV1 HITCH ADAPTER CLASS 3 ALA 13025 SPRING 34 X 10 SS 030 NYLON BEARING 2 4 ALA 18020 HOLDOOWN FOOT W SNAPLOGK PAD ALASONSOK SSE PLT BIN CAM BOLT 172 X 12 ZN PELL ALM 12915 HITCH POST 45 DEGREES PLATFORM INCLUDES SKIN amp ROLLER H10250 ABS MOTOR COVER 12 13 152203 SPREADER BAR e M KEYSWITCH POL
9. Class 3 reciever bolt to prevent the lift from moving side to side Extremely Important Note 1 Attach Lift to Hitch Post or Swing Away THIS BOLT Valuable Installation Hint Using Caution Once the lift is placed behind the vehicle plug the power cord into the harness that you have installed on the vehicle Turn the key on and use the toggle DOWN switch to raise the motor box Continue to power the lift until the mounting holes in the lift are even with the top hole in the Hitch Post Attach the lift to the post using the supplied 1 2 bolt with lock nut and washers Using this method will allow you to attach the lift without physically having to lift the unit and hold it while the bolt is inserted Route the lift power cord down the lift away from its moving parts and potential pinch points The cord should follow along the post and be secured with zip ties provided to allow the lift to operate without disconnecting the power cord INSTALLATION FOR 030 ONLY Ball Mount Bumper Mount Flat Bar Style Be sure to comply with Be sure to comply with vehicle s bumper rating vehicle s bumper rating Do not attempt to mount up from under Ball Mount Hitch Adapter can NOT be used when installing a Swing Away Drawings below depict a Ball Mount Hitch Adapter The installation for a Class 2 or 3 Hitch Adapter can be used and is identical HITCH BALL MOUNT STABILEER HITCH _ _ STABLZER
10. and Locking locking device of Locking Device are correct Bolt Head Device LIFT PREPARATION AL100 SETTING HOLD DOWN FOOT HEIGHT With platform on the ground drive scooter onto platform from left driver s side to right until the rear wheels are located in the rear wheel spreader bar assembly Stop when the rear tires contact the ramp on the platform Raise the platform on either lift until the motor s clutch is heard top of travel Loosen both nuts on hold down arm and thread the Hold Down Foot down to the scooter s deck Lower Platform about 1 2 inches Thread Hold Down Foot down once again to scooter s deck Raise Platform Verify Hold Down Foot places adequate pressure on scooter DO NOT adjust the leg so far down that the top of the threaded rod does not protrude through the top of the pivot tube Once the foot is adjusted to the proper position tighten the jam nut to lock it in place Once the lift is properly adjusted lower the platform to the ground and raise it back to the transporting position Repeat this several times to make sure all parts are operating properly and that the scooter is properly secured Next remove the scooter from the lift and using the toggle switch cycle the lift completely up and down to make sure that all parts are in working order and the lift fol ds up when it is empty Caution On some scooters it may be necessary to temporarily move the steering tiller forward
11. out of the way of Hold Down Arm Press UP on toggle to raise Platform until ratchet sound is heard Hold Down Arm will squish seat and lock Power Chair in place If desired rotate arm rest back to original location Drive the Chair onto the platform taking care to stop when the drive wheels fall between the bars in the platform lt gt Pull the RED T Handle while rotating the Hold Down Arm Release T Handle to allow arm to lock in position Turn OFF and remove Key if desired Your Power Chair is now ready for transport To remove the chair and prepare the lift for unloaded travel follow above steps in reverse and reverse direction of the arrows OPERATION Operating the Swing Away Many scooter and chair owners require access to the rear of a vehicle To accomplish this a Swing Away option is added to the lift installation This allows the complete lift to be conveniently and easily swung away from the back of the vehicle and allow easy access to the trunk or lift gate The Swing Away option can be purchased from any authorized dealer and added at any time OPENING THE SWING AWAY REMOVE SAFETY PUSHING AWAY PULL RED HANDLE WHILE Grasp the lift firmly and swing it out away from the vehicle The Swing Away can be opened up to 180 degrees from the closed position to allow full access to the rear of the vehicle IMPORTANT NEVER OPERATE THE SWIN
12. socket Turn the wrench clockwise to modify the lift in raise the lift and couter clockwise to lower Do not attempt move the vehicle without the lift the stowed or travel position Any attempt to move the vehicle without the lift fully up may cause damage to the lift power chair scooter or vehicle The 100 is shipped with the Spreader Bar Assembly already attached to the back of the platform on the lift You must rotate it down until the hole in the side bracket lines up with the open hole on the attachment point on the platform The Spreader Bar should be flat on the ground at this point Tighten the bolts where the Spreader Bar Assembly attaches to the platform Load the scooter on the center of the platform Adjust the spreader bar according to the size of the scooter that is being transported on the lift Forward for smaller scooters and back for larger scooters Make sure that all fasteners on the Spreader Bar Assembly are tightened before attempting to use the lift With the toggle switch raise the platform with the scooter on it You will notice that as the lift reached the top the hold down arm with the foot will lower to the deck of the scooter The foot should put pressure down on the deck of the scooter to secure it in place while traveling If the foot does not reach the scooter unthread the adjustable leg until the foot rests securely on the deck of the scooter Thread the Adjustable Hold Dow
13. travel follow above steps in reverse order and reverse the direction of the arrows Lift should be raised with the platform folded and until the lift s motor A e ratchets Verify that the Tro platform keeper has engaged the platform s pin lt Insert Key and switch to ON position Press down on Toggle switch momentarily lt Roll folded chair onto platform as shown OPERATION AL030 LOADING THE WHEELCHAIR PLATFORM KEEPER PLADED T FORM NOTE The Platform will not be allowed to unfold until the platform has been lowered at least an inch Once platform has been lowered at least an inch unfold the platform Continue lowering to the ground Raise hold down arm Raise the lift until hold down arm has contacted wheelchair s arm rests To remove the chair and prepare the lift for unloaded travel follow above steps in reverse order and reverse the direction of the arrows Lift should be raised with the platform folded and until the lift s motor ratchets Verify that the platform keeper has engaged the platform s pin puro i HN PI ATEORM B IN OPERATION AL 560 LOADING APOWER CHAIR Insert Key and switch to ON position Press down on Toggle switch and the platform will unfold Continue to lower until platform reaches the ground and becomes level Rotate the Chair s Inner Arm Rest upwards and
14. wINYLON PATCH 18 855 o e 5 o 5 RS MMC_NO_93705A544 SHCS 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 wINYLON PATCH 18 8SS WARNING YOU MUST HAND WASH OR USE A TOUCHLESS AUTOMATIC CAR WASH TO PREVENT LIFT DAMAGE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING WASHING A CAR EQUIPPED WITH A HARMAR LIFT PLEASE CALL THE HARMAR TECHNINCAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT wa AAO BILITY MADE EASY HARMAR MOBILITY 2075 47TH ST SARASOTA FL 34234 866 351 2776 WWW HARMAR COM
15. with any missing or damaged parts WIRING THE VEHICLE Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation Instructions Self resetting Circuit Breaker To back of vehicle Unwind the harness and lay it flat One end of the harness has a black plug This end of the harness To vehicle s goes to the back of the vehicle battery lt BEGIN ROUTING THE VEHICLE HARNESS AT THE BATTERY Attach the black wire to the negative terminal on the battery Do not attach the red wire yet Side mount Top mount Run the wiring harness under or when possible through the vehicle back to the trailer hitch Always locate the wiring harness where it can not be snagged by road debris and away from the vehicle s gas tank If the harness is too long for the vehicle coil the excess wire and secure it to the vehicle frame with cable ties Do not cut or shorten the harness Secure the plug about even with the end of COIL the hitch receiver tube EXCESS Side mount Top mount Wire a Standard 4 contact female flat trailer ss BROWN WIRE connector to the vehicles taillights This will provide power for the motor cover light TRAILER PLUG ON LIFT HARNESS MOTOR COVER LIGHT Ground for light is Important Reminder Never attempt to attach the wire harness provided by main 2 prong power to a secondary power source The harness requires direct connection connector to the battery Caution Route the harness away from the e
16. 1 Hitch Post 2 Hitch Adapter 3 Hardware pack Package Check List Main lift body 1 Hitch Post 2 Hitch Adapter 3 Spreader Bar 4 Hardware pack AL301XL Package Check List Main lift body 1 Hitch Post 2 Hitch Adapter 3 Rear Wheel Craddle 4 Front Wheel Craddle 5 560 Package Check List Main lift body 1 Hitch Post 2 Hitch Adapter 3 Hardware pack Hardware pack NOTE THE PLATFORM WILL NOT UNFOLD UNTIL THE LIFT HAS BEEN LOWERED AT LEAST AN INCH i Tito AL010 050 Micro Scooter Power Chair Lift 030 Manual Wheelchair Lift HITCH POST CLASS 2 Hitch Adapter HITCH ADAPTER E p and Stabilizer AL010 050 s PLATFORM HAS BEEN LEFT OFF FOR A DECREASE IN PACKAGE SIZE ALLOWING NEXT DAY SERVICE NON FREIGHT e HET BODY LIFT BODY SHIPPING ATTACH TO LIFT AT PIVOT BOLT SEE HARDWARE Eo s EXPLODED VIEW FOR PACK HARDWARE PACK REFERENCE HITCH POST Be sure and check the contents of the box against the package check list to be sure that all parts are included with the lift that are required for proper installation If any parts are missing or if any damage is noted immediately contact the distributor from which you purchased your lift DO NOT attempt to install or use the lift
17. E REVERSING SWITCH x 6 ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT BATTERY CIRCUIT BREAKER EXPLODED VIEW AL 300 ASSEMBLY PARTS ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION A ALA12010 TOGGLE SWITCH ALA12015 KEY SWITCH ALA12055REV2 SWITCH FLATE ALA123REV1 HITCH ADAPTER CLASS 3 ALASOS OUTER TUBE 500 ALASONSOK SSE PLT BIN CAM BOLT 1 2 X 1 2 ZN PELL v ra ALM12915 HITCH POST 45 DEGREES H10250 ABS MOTOR COVER H5001 PLATFORM INCLUDES SKIN amp ROLLER 50010 RETRACTOR RIGHT MAND MINI H59011 RETRACTOR LEFTHAND MINI 52303 SPREADER BAR 5 e M KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH LA gt ACTUATOR VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT EXPLODED VIEW AL 301XL ASSEMBLY PARTS DESCRIPTION HITCH POST AL 123X HITCH ADAPTER CLASS 3 ALA1ODTOREV2 ACTUATOR ROLLER 2 DIA UHMW ALA11026 EXTENSION SPRING ALATIBREVS SPREADER BAR BRACKET ALA12010 TOGGLE SWITCH KEY SWATCH ALA12055REV2 SWTCHPLATE ALASO3XL OUTER TUBE AL201X1 ALASONGOK SSE PLT BIN CAM BOLT 1 2 X 1 2 ZN PELL INNER TUBE AL301XL H11010XL CAM AL301XL H12050 PLASTIC MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY H3011 PLATFORM 300XL INCLUDES SKIN amp ROLLER H30150 FRONT WHEEL CRADLE AL301XL H50010 RETRACTOR RIGHT HAND MINI 150011 RETRACTOR LEFTHAND MINI H52303 SPREADER BAR e M KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWI
18. G AWAY WITH THE CHAIR or SCOOTER ON THE LIFT This will cause damage to the Swing Away lift and potentially cause damage to the vehicle and the chair CAUTION Always insure that the vehicle is on level ground before attempting to open the Swing Away Failure to do so may result in the operator losing control of the lift causing damage to persons and property CLOSING THE SWING AWAY INSTALL SLAM SHUT DESIGN CLOSE SWING AWAY LIKE A CAR DOOR VERIFY RED KNOB HAS FULLY RETRACTED KEEP CLEAR LATCHING MECHANISM CAUTION Always install the safety pin SAFELY CLOSED WRONG Safety amp Maintenance Caution Keep hands away from PINCH POINTS As with most mechanical objects the hinge point of a moving part creates a pinch point Be sure to not to stick fingers or extremities at or near these points Inspect the condition of your lift often If any parts are worn or damaged DO NOT USE THE LIFT Immediately contact the dealer you purchased the lift from for repairs Caution Keep feet and any other objects out from under the platform as it lowers Caution Some chairs and scooters have pneumatic air inflated tires If your chair scooter has this type tire be sure the tires are properly inflated Improper inflation of the tires will change how the unit fits on the platform and therefore change the amount of clamping force on t
19. O DESCRIPTION 9961 310 SHAFT COLLAR 1 1 4 BORE ALAQ3059 FOAM RUBBER GRIP 12in LONG ALA050EC E CLIP ALA10010REV2 ACUTATOR ALA1O00REV2 INNERTUBE ALA11010 J CAM ALA12010 TOGGLE SWITCH AL100 500 ALA12015 KEY SWITCH TUMBLER amp KEY ALA12055REV2 SWITCH PLATE ALA123REV1 HITCH ADAPTER CLASS 3 ALA 14044 ROLLER 30355 868 X1 ODX 490 w ALAS03 OUTER TUBE FOR AL500 ALASONSOK SSE PLT BIN CAM BOLT 1 2 X 1 2 ZN PELL ALM12915 HITCH POST 10250 ABS MOTOR COVER H56026 HOLD DOWN ARM WELDMENT AL560 H56036 BACKING PLATE for HDA 580 H56046 SLEEVE WELDMENT AL560 958069 T HANDLE SPRING PIN ASSY 3 8 PIN 56090 PLATFORM ASSEMBLY 1 580 9752102 1 25 DIAMETER END MMC NO 901284557 SHCS 14 20 x 3 1 4 ZP MMC NO 90715A125 NUT NYLOC 1 4 20 ZP KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING 7 SWITCH LA gt ACTUATOR TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT EXPLODED VIEW AL 560 ASSEMBLY PARTS DESCRIPTION H56033 SLIDERNUT BRACKET 56 PLATFORM 58040 BRACKET SKIN AL560 H56050 SKIN PLATFORM AL560 58060 BRACKET WHEEL CRADDLE 1560 H56070 WHEEL CRADDLE 1560 58080 PLATFORM WELDMENT 560 MMC NO 93310A535 SHCS 1 4 20 x 3 8 w NYLON PATCH 18 885 MMC NO 933104578 BHCS 5 16 18 x 1 2
20. ON position Press down on Toggle switch momentarily 52 Raise platform until hold down foot depresses scooter s deck or until lift s motor ratchets OPERATION AL 010 050 LOADING A SCOOTER PLATFORM KEEPER Once platform has been lowered at least an inch unfold the platform Continue lowering to the ground PUSH to RELEASE 47 Strap the scooter down using the 4 straps located on each corner of the platform To remove the scooter and prepare the lift for unloaded travel follow above steps in reverse order and reverse the direction of the arrows Lift should be raised with the platform folded and until the lift s motor ratchets Verify that the platform keeper has engaged the platform s pin OPERATION AL 010 050 LOADING APOWER CHAIR lt gt Insert Key and switch to ON position Press down on Toggle switch momentarily lt Raise platform with toggle switch until motor s ratchet sound is heard PLATFORM KEEPER NOTE The Platform will not be allowed to unfold until the platform s has been lowered at least an inch 22 Once platform has been lowered at least an inch unfold the platform Continue lowering to the ground PUSH RELEASE PULLto TIGHTEN lt gt Strap the chair down using the 4 straps located on each corner of the platform To remove the chair and prepare the lift for unloaded
21. PPED LOOSE AND MUST BE FIRMLY TIGHTENED ADJUST BARS and PLATFORM SKINS TO CAPTURE CHAIRS WHEELS SLIDE TO CAPTURE CHAIR S WHEELBASE ONCE ADJUSTED BE SURE TO TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS LIFT PREPARATION AL 560 HOLD DOWN ARM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RAISE PLATFORM UNTIL CLUTCH PULL RED HANDLE ROTATE ARM TO OVER SEAT DROP ARM TO CONTACT SEAT LOWER LIFT APPROXIMATELY 2 3 INCHES DROP ARM AGAIN TO CONTACT SEAT A PN WA 9 TIGHTEN BOLTS lt VERIFY ARM PRODUCES ENOUGH PRESSURE ON SEAT TO FIRMLY HOLD HIGHER ARM SETTINGS CAN BE ACHIEVED BY REMOVING TOP SHAFT COLLAR RETRACTING T HANDLE AND RE INSERTING ARM FROM ABOVE POWER CHAIR TO PLATFORM SEAT SHOULD BE SOMEWHAT DEFORMED BY ARM THIS METHOD ALLOWS THE RED T HANDLE TO REMAIN ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE KEY REPLACE AND TOGGLE SWITCHES COLLAR OPERATION General Operating Instructions Turn the key switch to the ON position With the toggle switch raise and lower the platform as needed Pushing the switch downward will cause the platform to lower The platform will first unfold to the horizontal position then continue lowering to the ground Release the UP DOWN toggle switch just as the platform reaches the ground Do not attempt to raise the rear of the vehicle with the lift or damage could be done to your lift or vehicle Drive the chai
22. RAP HOOKS TO BE ATTACHED BY THE END USER EACH TYPE OF CHAIR WILL DIFFER SLIGHTLY AND THE PLACEMENT OF THE U BOLTS WILL DIFFER BETWEEN DIFFERENT MODELS AND MANUFACTURERS PLACE THE ANCHOR U BOLTS TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE SEATIF POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF SEATS YOU MAY BE FORCED TO ATTACH THEANCHOR U BOLTS MORE TOWARDS THE FRONT OR REAR OF THE SEAT BUT WE RECOMMEND ATTACHMENT AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE CENTER OF THE SEAT ALA580 U BOLT HARDWARE KIT KIT CONTAINS 4 1 4 20 x 3 1 4 U BOLTS 8 U BOLT BACKING PLATES 16 SPLIT LOCK WASHERS 16 1 4 20 NUTS CHAIR PREPARATION AL550 only CHOOSING ALOCATION and MOUNTING THE DOCKING DEVICE PLATE WARNING Do not attempt to use this automatic lock down device on any folding or take apart chairs unless recommended by Harmar The closer the plate is positioned to the drive wheels the easier the chair will be to engage the Locking Device Find approximate center of the chair DOCKING DEVICE DO NOT USE SPACERS HERE SPACERS BELONG UNDER THE STATION ON THE PLATFORM Use existing holes where ever possible If too little or no holes exist holes need to be drilled Remove power chair s batteries and use plate as a template Drill as required Attach to chair using supplied hardware 4 1 4 20 x 1 00 HHCS 4 1 4 20 Nylock Nut ATTACHED TO PLATE
23. TCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT BATTERY CIRCUIT BREAKER EXPLODED VIEW AL 500 ASSEMBLY PARTS ALA10010REV ALA10032 DESCRIPTION ROLLER 2 DIA UHMW 100 2 ALA11010 ALA11025 INNER TUBE KEY SWTCH ALA12056REV2 2010 ALA123REV1 SWITCHPLATE HITCH ADAPTER CLASS 3 ALASOF SE PLT ALASONSOK S H10250 H5001 Pep p oem 16 2 500 e M KEYSWITCH VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG OUTER TUBE 509 BIN CAM BOLT 1027 172 PELL HITCH POST 4 DEGREES ABS MOTOR COVER PLATFORM INCLUDES SKIN amp ROLLER RETRACTOR RIGHT HANG MINI RETRACTOR LEFT HAND POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR MOTOR COVER LIGHT EXPLODED VIEW AL 550 ASSEMBLY PARTS o Lam ALA100REV2 INNER TUBE a 1 ALA11010 ALA11025 ALA12010 TOGGLE SWTCH ALA12015 KEY SWITCH 1 12055 2 SWITCHPLATE lt ALA123REV1 HITCH ADAPTER CLASS Dp em jw w ALM12915 HITCH POST 45 DEGREES Es 550 DOCKING STATION PLATE e M KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH LA gt ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT CIRCUIT BREAKER EXPLODED VIEW AL 560 ASSEMBLY PARTS PART N
24. ad the power chair simply turn ON the power switch and push the UP DOWN toggle switch to the down position Hold the switch down until the platform just touches and is level to the ground Press the red release button on the Anchor Strap Base to release the tension and unhook the strap from the chair Continuing to press the button allow the strap to retract until the hook reaches the housing Repeat this step on each corner until all four straps are released Drive your power chair off the lift platform When the power chair is clear of the platform raise the platform by pushing up on the UP DOWN switch To bring the lift in the empty stowed position hold the UP switch The platform will start up in the horizontal position During its travel upward the platform will fold up into the stowed or vertical position Hold the switch until the platform travel stops automatically Courtesy Note You may wish to advise the end user to remove the key from the power switch to avoid any tampering with the lift Special Note The lift features 1 of 2 Manual overrides both in the same location If the lift does not If the vehicle or lift loses power simply remove the caution sticker operate properly from the top of the motor box TURN KEY OFF and REMOVE 2 PRONG immediately take WIRING FROM THE LIFT TOAVIOD INJURY SHOULD it to the local dealer POWER SUDDENLY BE RESTORED Some lifts require a 3 8 DO NOT attempt to socket others require a 1 2
25. g grease NOTE Your lift was assembled at the factory with Slick 50 ONE GREASE Check for paint chips and touch up any bare metal with a good gloss black enamel or lacquer to inhibit rust This may be necessary more frequently when subjected to salt air or road salt Warranty This lift is covered by a three year factory warranty on materials and workmanship Contact your local dealer for more information Troubleshooting Guide Check the power supply The wiring harness both wires must be run directly to the battery Attaching the black ground wire to the frame of the vehicle is NOT considered a reliable ground Run the lift from a shop battery and not through the vehicle wiring harness If this solves the problem check the vehicle wiring harness for bad connections or broken wires NOTE Each lift is equipped with The lift does not operate a manual motor override located on the top of the motor box Simply remove the cap and use a 3 8 socket to manually operate the lift CAUTION Make sure the key is in the off position and no power is connected to the lift SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF POWER RESUMES DURING MANUAL OPERATION OF THE LIFT Check the wire connections at the battery Apoor connection will cause The motor does not lift the motor to run slow and have less lifting capacity Run the lift from a the platform completely shop battery and not through the vehicle wiring harness If this solves when in use
26. he chair scooter Caution Before driving off with your chair or scooter on the lift make sure that the chair scooter is firmly held down on the platform Caution When driving with your chair or scooter on the lift slow down for pot holes speed bumps railroad tracks etc Your lift could be damaged by abuse if subjected to excessive loads imposed by rough driving Caution Do not enter steep driveways straight on Enter and leave at an angle to the street so that you lift platform does not drag on the ground Caution Do not attempt to move the vehicle with the lift platform in the down position If moved this way the lifting mechanism will be damaged WARNING This lift is not meant for human transport Chair Scooter must be unoccupied before operating lift These lifts are for chair and scooter transport only Do not attempt to transport any other vehicles or materials on the lift other than what it is designed for MAINTENANCE The Universal outside lift has been designed to be as trouble free as possible for the owner The maintenance schedule is no exception Every 30 days oil the pivot points on all moving parts During winter and under dirty and dusty conditions re grease the inside square tube every 30 days Lower the platform to the ground and clean the square shaft with mineral spirits WD 40 or any good solvent Once clean grease the square shaft with a high grade water resistant grease such as boat trailer wheel bearin
27. ire is there in case a Swing Away Option is used with the lift What do with the extra If a Swing Away is not installed coil the extra wire and zip tie it to the frame length of wire leading to the of the lift out of the way of any moving parts We recommend leaving the motor of the lift wire in case a Swing Away is added to the lift at a later time Check the attachment of the Hitch Adapter to the Hitch Post on the back The lift does not reach the ground when lowered completely of the lift The normal range of operation for the lift is 5 to 18 inches to the bottom of the hitch Any higher vehicles will require a custom bracket Th lift b h A Check the attachment of the Hitch Adapter to the Hitch Post on the ottoms out when going back of the lift The normal range of operation for the lift is 5 to 18 over bumps or in driveways inches to the bottom of the hitch The lift should be installed at the highest position possible Enter driveways at an angle Contact the dealer where the lift was purchased If they do no have have lost my keys extra keys in stock they can get them from the manufacturer EXPLODED VIEW AL 010 050 ASSEMEL Y PARTS CLASS 2 M TC ADAPTER SUREADER GAR TUBE 2303 OUTER TUBE ALAIN TREVI AZTUATOR ALATZDESREVZ SWITUP PLATE ALABOOFS PIONEER STRAP ASSEMBLY 2 WITEM POST V MOTOR
28. n Foot onto the hold down arm To begin thread the rod completely into the arm Lower the platform to the ground and place the scooter to be used on the lift and using the toggle switch raise the platform and scooter up until it reaches the traveling position all the way up The lifting motor has a clutch mechanism that will stop the lift when it reaches the top You will hear a clicking sound when the lift is at the top Release the switch at this time OPERATION AL550 LOADING THE POWER CHAIR Continue to lower as platform automatically unfolds Stop when platform reaches ground Insert and turn key Press down on switch to lower platform Slowly drive chair unto platform as TEST LOCKING DEVICE shown THREE WAYS TO VERIFY YOUR CHAIR IS SUCCESSFULLY LOCKED DOWN 1 AUDIBLE CLICK or POP SOUND As the chair enters the locking device it should be driven forward until an audible AFTER ALL THREE pop or clicking sound is heard This sound TESTS ARE PERFORMED is the locking device setting itself around Raise platform until motor s the chair s docking device pin clicking noise is heard 2 VISUAL INDICATOR The yellow indicator will extend and stay extended when the chair is successfully locked in RN 3 REVERSE TEST Attempt to back the chair off the platform The chair will NOT move in any direction when successfully locked Your chair is now ready for transport Remove key if desired
29. r scooter onto the platform as close to the center of the platform as possible Follow the instructions for securing the chair scooter onto the lift Raise the platform to the transporting position Now lower the platform to the ground Repeat this action to make sure all parts are operating properly and the chair is properly secured n WHEELS Depending on AL500 550 AL100 AL300 AL301XL Next remove the chair scooter from the lift and using the toggle switch cycle the lift completely up to make sure that all parts are in working order and that the lift folds up when it is empty Make absolutely sure the chair scooter is properly secured by the locking mechanisms Be sure everything is in proper working order before transporting any chair scooter CAUTION Keep hands and feet out from under the platform as it raises and lowers CAUTION Before driving off with the chair scooter on the lift make sure that the chair scooter is firmly held down on the platform CAUTION When driving with the chair on the lift instruct the end user to slow down for potholes speed bumps railroad tracks etc The lift could be damaged by this type or similar abuse Lifts are subjected to excessive loads imposed by rough driving CAUTION Be sure to instruct the end user do not enter steep driveways straight on Enter and leave at an angle to the street so that the lift platform does not drag on the ground OPERATION To unlo
30. to clear the hold down arm as it lowers into the lock down position Caution Some scooters have pneumatic air inflated tires If your scooter has this type tire be sure the tires are properly inflated Improper inflation of the tires will change the deck height of the scooter and therefore change the amount of clamping force the hold down arm places on the scooter The scooter can fall off of the lift if not properly secured Caution Be sure to instruct the end user not to enter steep driveways straight on Enter and leave at an angle to the street so that your lift platform does not drag on the ground NOTE Drive the scooter off in REVERSE When the scooter is clear of the platform raise the platform by pushing up on the UP DOWN switch END OF THREADED ROD MUST PROTRUDE THROUGH TOP OF TUBE AND NUT LIFT PREPARATION 010 050 and 030 PIVOT POINT ADJUSTMENTS The hinge points are equipped with tensioning washers amount of force required to move these parts is determined by the tension of these washers To adjust simply loosen or tighten the bolt and nut located by w arrows The tension is set at the factory and should need no adjustment This is noted for reference only 1030 HOLD DOWN ARM ADJUSTMENT LIFT SHOULD HOLD WHEELCHAIR FIRMLY WITH THE PLATFORM FULLY RAISED RAISED UNTIL MOTOR RATCHETING IS HEARD LIFT PREPARATION FOR ADJUSTMENT PURPOSES ALL PLATFORM COMPONENTS ARE SHI
31. xhaust system brake lines fuel lines gas tank pinch points and sharp edges Locate the wiring harness where it can not be snagged by road debris VEHICLE HITCH To install an Outside Lift on a vehicle the vehicle must be capable of accepting a Class 2 or Class 3 hitch If you are unsure about the vehicle and hitch compatibility contact a local hitch installer or the web sites below The vehicle should also be wired with standard 4 post trailer wiring Listed below are three websites of hitch companies that can be used as a reference www hitch web com www reeseprod com or www draw tite com Be sure to recommend a hitch installer that is reputable insured and capable as their work has a direct reflection on the customers perception of a properly installed mobility lift Important Note Not every vehicle is capable of having a hitch installed Remember Calculate the weights of the lift mobility device and where applicable the swing away option being certain that the total weight does not exceed the recommended tongue waght of the hitch Different types of hitches are capable of bearing different amount of tongue weight The lift manufacturer suggests the installer observe the vehicles and Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings Restrictions HITCH PRODUCT CLASS WEIGHT AL 100 2or3 98lbs Must NOT AL 500 20r3 95 Ibs Exceed Hitch AL 550 2013 11216 AL 300 20r3 127165 AL 301XL 2or3 11016 010 050 20 3 bs pam AL 030 1 20r3 5
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