Braun VL955 User's Manual
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1. Over Dealers Operator s Manual u SOMOS EJSIA SSGIA WIL DT commence er Wheelchair Lifts Braun Limited Warranty Consult your local Braun dealer regarding warranty policy www braunlift com international S ISIN CET WL S MEYI 33YM PPPW A iusios deserivdions aud suseifientions ig gdis aangal ara asad on te laissi oro jniongaiiog avaikiols 2 ana ts OF PUDINGAH ON Wie Brn Corporation reserves to dijas fo Ma eae o5 a any amen notice 301197 January 40044 ua Brie Corsorition2. bodily injury and or property damage Page 20 AWARNING Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions pre lift operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operating 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 Lift Operating Instructions AWARNING Whenever a passenger is on the platform the lt Passenger must face outward Wheelchair brakes must be locked e Roll stop s must be UP Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage 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 Photos appearing in the Lift Operating Instructions depict lift functions being activated by lift mounted control switches only Lift posted Warnings and Lift Operating Instructions decal 24069 provides lift operating instructions Replace any missing worn or illegible decals Follow the Manual Operating Instructions provided on pages 28 30 in event of power or equipment failure Page 21 Lift Operating Instructions To Open Door s Automatic Door Operator s 4 Press yellow OPEN switch until doo
3. 14CF PURCHASED F OM OWNER NAME ADDRESS city TELEPHONE STATE zip TO VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION Sample Warranty Registration Card cards The consumer must fill out the other card and mail it to The Braun Corporation The warranty is provided on the back cover of this manual The warranty cards must be processed to activate the warranty The Braun Serial No Series No identification tag shown below is Model No SN Code located on the opposite pump side tower This I D tag contains the product identification informa tion provided on the Warranty Registration card Record the information in the space provided on the next page This informa tion must be provided when filing a warranty claim or ordering parts The Braun Corporation PO Box 310 Winamac IN 46996 574 946 6153 LIFT MODEL VL955U3144 SERIAL NUMBER 02 00101 PUMPCODE CYLINDER 39 14CF MFG DATE 10 14 2003 1696464447 SS SS SEE Sample Serial No Series No Identification Tag Page 35 Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No Pump Code Note This information must f be provided when filing a Sates NG Cylinder Gode warranty claim or ordering Serial No Date of Manufacture parts Keep for future use Page 36 Providing Access to the World
4. Arm Covers 4 Handrail mounted Up Down Switch Base Plate Lift Terminology Module Rear Illustration Pump Side Cylinder Bottom Parallel Inboard Right Front Left Rear Outboard Arms 2 Rotating Pivot H Slide Arms 2 4 Platform Pivot Arms 2 Pump Side Vertical Arm Platiorm Side Plates 2 Roll Stop Activation Feet 2 Page 2 Introduction Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are consumer oriented designed to allow operation by the wheelchair passenger VL955 lift models provide fully automatic operation of all lift functions as well as optional automatic door operators if so equipped Lift model VL955U31 44 is de picted in the Lift Terminology illustration Lift model numbers indicate platform roll stop configu ration and physical dimensions Lift operation procedures are identical for all VL955 Series lift models The operating instruc tions contained in this manual and appearing on lift posted operating instructions decals Lift Terminology address the lift control switches and the corresponding lift func tions Instructions are provided for manual operation of the lift in event of power or equipment failure Terminology Become familiar with the terminology that will be used throughout this manual Become familiar with the identifi cation of lift components and their functions Contact your lift sales representative or call The Braun Corpor
5. Lift Actions and Functions 0 cccceesceeeeseeeeeeees 5 Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols uulanin annnawananawannanwnananwnananawananawas 6 Lift Operation Safety Precautions 7 10 Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details General Safety ccccccssceessssteeeessssteeeeenee 11 12 Lift Control Switches cccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeees 12 13 Lift Features Bridge Plat seere eaaa aana agan aan nan aan kana AAK 14 Automatic Floor Level Switching 14 Automatic Outboard Roll Stop 15 16 BridQINnG ss eves AA tices 16 Handralli6 hana AB NANANA 16 Lift Passengers Passenger Orientation Boarding Direction 17 Vehicle Floor Level Loading and UnlO AGING GANAN Kang d A a Ka ah 17 Wheelchair Equipped Occupant Seat Belts 18 Operation Procedure Review ccccceeee 18 19 Preventive Maintenance sssscceeeeeeeeeees 19 20 Lift Operating Instructions 21 27 Manual Operating Instructions 28 30 Decals and Antiskid 11222X2XQXQQXQX 31 32 Maintenance and Lubrication 33 34 Warranty and Registration Instructions 35 36 Page 1 Top Parallel Arms 2 Opposite Pump Side Cylinder Towers 2 a a NG Adjustable Guided Stow Blocks 2 Bridge Plate ZEN Unfold Assist Compression Springs 2 SS Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm Vertical
6. abuse The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering functions continuous lifting capacity is 800 Ibs 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 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 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 Lift Operation Safety AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Platform must be positioned at floor level bridge plate height when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle Do not use platform roll stop as a barrier brake Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs stop powered wheel chairs with the wheelchair controls Turn powered electric wheelchairs off when on lift platform Press the DOWN switch until the entir
7. lift platform and the vehicle floor when the platform is positioned at floor level Dual Handrails Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair passenger use The handrails automatically unfold to the deployed position when the platform unfolds and fold auto matically to the stowed position when the platform folds The passenger may choose to grip the handrails when on the lift platform if applicable Note An addi tional UP DOWN control switch is built into the right front handrail Platform Assembly The lift stacking platform assembly is made up of an inboard platform section and an outboard platform section each section consisting of a steel tubing frame with grating surface The outboard platform section is equipped with the outboard roll stop Automatic Roll Stop The spring loaded automatic roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level Photos and further details regarding the outboard roll stop are provided in the Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details section Manual Operation System A manual backup hand pump is built into the pump module The lift platform can be unfolded lowered raised and folded using the hand pump Manual Opera tion Instructions are provided on pages 28 30 Lift Actions and Functions UNFOLD Out Platform Unfold Unfold is the action of the platform rotating out and down from the fully stowed vertical position to floor level ho
8. Operat Precautions Release Valve approximate 1 16 intervals maximum i Valve Tightening 30 inch Ibs Specification minimum Once valve seats 15 inch Ibs stops tighten 15 seats aj to pata pounds stops as i Note Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump Release Valve Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on previous page Hand Pump Handle f To Unfold Platform Out Using hand pump handle Photo B a Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn counterclockwise open 1 2 turn only until the platform reaches floor level fully unfolded See Photo C b Turn the release valve clockwise close to stop the platform See Photo C Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten To Lower Platform DOWN To Unfold Roll Stop 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 or roll stop unfolds Close Up Stop Page 29 Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on page 28 Close Up Stop Page 30 e To Fo
9. Operation Notes and Details Lift Features Bridge Plate The hinged bridge plate assembly bridges the gap between the lift platform and the vehicle floor when the platform is positioned at floor level When the OUT Unfold switch is pressed and the platform unfolds Fully Unfolded horizontal Bridge Plate bridging position from stow position to floor level the bridge plate is automatically deployed to the bridging hori zontal position When the IN Fold switch is pressed and the platform folds from deployed horizontal position to stowed position the bridge plate folds rotates to the vertical position Automatic Floor Level Switch ing When the platform unfolds from the stowed position the platform stops automatically at floor level when fully unfolded When raising the platform from ground level the platform automatically stops at floor level when raised fully Although the VL955 features automatic floor level switching the lift operator wheelchair passenger or attendant must view the platform to be certain the platform is properly posi tioned at vehicle floor level and the bridge plate is properly positioned when a passenger is entering or exiting the vehicle If the lift platform does not automatically stop at floor level as outlined discontinue lift operation immediately Platform Assembly The VL955 stacking platform assembly is made of an inboard platfor
10. Operator s Manual bd 30197 January Z200 Operator s Manual for VLS Vista Series Consumer Wheelchair Lifts T TE BRAVAN BJ Emma CORPORATION Providing Access to the World International Corporate Hdqrs PO Box 310 Winamac IN 46996 USA 1 800 THE LIFT 574 946 6153 LIKO FAX 574 946 4670 atent 774137325 Patent 5 261 779 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 Patent 5 806 632 Patents Pending GTA jenuew s 10 e19d0 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 regularly and the lift is operated by an instructed person Sincerely THE BRAUN CORPORATION LILY Groun Ralph W Braun Chief Executive Officer Contents Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration c cceeeeeeeeeeeees 2 Introduction a A 3 DIGCtlOM aaa hahahah EREE RRE 3 Lift COMPONENHS e asii aaa an Naga a aa 3 4
11. and the bridge plate must be properly positioned when loading or unloading a passenger in or out of the vehicle Although the VL955 features automatic floor level switching it is the responsibility of the lift opera tor to ensure the platform and the bridge plate are properly positioned at floor level when loading and unloading passen gers If the roll stop bridge plate handrails or any other lift compo nent does not operate as outlined in this manual discontinue lift use immediately and contact your sales representative 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 Page 17 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 damage Page 18 chair equipped seat belt torso restraint as specified by the manufacturer before loading onto a wheelchair lift Different types of disabilities require different types of wheel chairs and different types of wheelchair equipped occupant restraint belt systems torso restraint Itis the responsibility
12. ants wheelchair passengers and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the power doors if equipped and the lift Page 11 Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details operates clear of all moving parts The lift occupant passen ger must keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts Follow all lift operation and wheelchair passen ger information detailed in this manual Control Switches Pump Module Control Switches The lift mounted AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 12 control switches are color coded and function labeled to corre spond to the color coding and switch function labels that appear on the lift operating instructions decal Triangular shaped color coded symbols A appear on the lift operating instructions decal The color of the symbol corresponds to the color of the switch to be used The direction point of the symbol corresponds with the direction the switch should be activated pressed to produce the intended lift function Press switches upward for these functions Cl NANG TAA CLOSE IN Fold A A Orange Red Yellow Yellow Orange Red OPEN OUT untold DOWN Doors Platform Press switches do
13. ation at 1 800 THE LIFT if any of this information is not fully understood Direction The terms left rear right front inboard and outboard will be used through out this manual to indicate direction as viewed from outside the vehicle looking directly at the lift Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for clarification of direction terms Lift Components Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for identification of lift components 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 Module mounted Control Switches The pump module is equipped with three color coded and function labeled control switches OPEN CLOSE IN OUT Page 3 Lift Components continued and UP DOWN The switches activate the automatic lift func tions and optional door operators Further details are provided in the Pre Lift Operation section page 12 Lift Frame The lift frame consists of the base plate two towers the parallel arms the vertical arms platform pivot arms and the handrails The 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 Bridge Plate The hinged bridge plate assembly bridges the gap Page 4 Lift Terminology between the
14. drail is equipped with an UP DOWN control switch details in Control 4aWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details Switches section Discontinue lift operation immediately if the handrails do not operate properly Lift Passengers 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 capacity of the lift Passenger Orientation Board ing Direction The wheelchair passenger must face outward whenever on the platform The passenger must be posi tioned in the center of the platform to prevent side to side load imbalance Other persons should not ride on the platform with the wheelchair passenger The wheelchair brakes must be locked and the roll stop must be in the fully up vertical position whenever a wheelchair passen ger is on the platform Do not use the outboard roll stop as a barrier brake Stop and brake the wheelchair when fully loaded on the platform Manually stop and brake manual wheel chairs Stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls Turn powered electric wheelchairs off when on the platform Vehicle Floor Level Loading and Unloading The platform must be fully raised at floor level
15. e 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 pre lift operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operating 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 operating 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 7 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Safety Precautions continued AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Page 8 Whenever a wheelchair passenger or standee is on the platform the e Wheelchair brakes must be locked e Roll stop s must be up vertical e Passenger should grip both handrails if able Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic Do not overload or
16. e platform rests on ground level lowered fully and the outboard roll stop is fully unfolded ramp position before loading or unloading a passenger at ground level Outboard platform roll stop must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair crosses roll stop when loading or unloading at ground level AWARNING Accidental activation of control switch es may cause unintended operation s AWARNING Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by authorized certified service personnel Page 9 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Safety Precautions continued AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Page 10 Replace missing worn or illegible decals Keep this operator s manual in lift mounted manual storage pouch when not in use 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 property damage Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details AWARNING Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions pre lift operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operating instructions prior to operating the lift If this information is not fully understood contact The B
17. ean cloth or paper towels Do not use oily Failure to do so may shop rags Wipe surface free of residue with result in serious dry portion of cleaning cloth bodily injury and or property damage Page 32 Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and troublefree lift operation General preventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine The VL955 has been designed with many self lubricating compo nents Lubricate the pivot points specified on page 34 approxi mately every four weeks or 400 cycles with a light penetrating type oil 30 weight or equivalent Severe conditions weather environment heavy usage etc may require more frequent lubrication Preventive maintenance visual inspections and lubrication procedures do not take the place of the procedures specified in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided in the appli cable lift installation and service manual The procedures outlined in the Maintenance and Lubrica tion Schedule must be per formed at the recommended scheduled intervals by an authorized Braun Corporation service representative who has attended and been certified by The Braun Corporation Sales and Service School If the scheduled maintenance and lubrication procedures are not being performed or if there is any sign of lift damage wear abnormal condition or improper op
18. eration discontinue lift use immediately Contact your sales representative 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 44WARNING Maintenance and lubrication proce dures musti be per formed by authorized service personnel as specified in the applicable installa tion service manual Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 33 Maintenance and Lubrication Note LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is available in eleven ounce aerosol cans from The Braun Corporation part number 15807 Note Clean lubrication points before applying lubricant Outer Platform Pivot Pins 2 Roll Stop Activation Foot Pivot Point 2 Roll Stop Arm Slots 2 5y Platform Fold Axles 2 Mik DANSI h Platform Pivot Pins E i Platform Fold Link Roller Pin 4 Roll Stop Hinge Pivot Points 2 and Outboard Platform Pivot Pins 2 Page 34 Warranty and Registration Instructions Immediately upon receiving your lift examine the unit for any damage Notify the carrier at once with any claims Two warranty registration cards shown below are located in the lift mounted owner s manual storage pouch The sales repre sentative must process one of the Series No Pump Code VL955U3144 02 00101 39
19. erciockwise 25675 een BY mmm CORPORATION Lift installation and servicing prohibited by Contact The Braun a DOWN TO LOWER anyone who has not been certified by The Braun Corporation before b Ja ananta Open 1 tum ony Corporation Sales and Service School Certified api ma EE TO FOLD PLATFORM ONE UP TO RAISE service technicians should call 1 800 THE LIFT Failure to 5 Prees AIN swe unt lan han paan mate fa nene to receive applicable installation service manual do so may result We plete aoe platform reaches floor level Failure to follow this policy may result in serious in serious bodily Frosting EWEN Tocos voorts ToroLppuaronu gm injury andor Since 1972 Pross ACLOSE switch Insert handle in pump and stroke crore ay bodily injury and or property damage property damage 25s ann ADA GEA Close valve betore operating elects pump Page 31 Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Inspect your lift for any Available Antiskid missing or worn antiskid Size Color Part No Oreerasmesded 2 x 12 Black 24172 BK 2 x 12 Yellow 24172 YL 3 x 12 Black 241 73 BK 3 x 12 Yellow 241 73 YL 6 x 12 Black 24174 BK 6 x 12 Yellow 24174 YL AWARNING Note Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol Replace missing or before decal or antiskid application Use a worn antiskid cl
20. inspections of your lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems Regular preventive mainte nance will reduce potential lift operation downtime and in crease the service life of the lift as well as enhancing safety During routine inspections operate the lift through a mini mum of one complete cycle and note the following Do the automatic door s open fully if equipped lt Does the lift safely clear the door s when unfolding and folding e Do the lift control switches function properly e Does the automatic roll stop operate properly e Do the handrails function properly lt Is the power source adequate or weak Exposure to harsh weather elements environment condi tions or heavy usage etc may require more frequent mainte nance and lubrication proce dures Page 19 Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details Preventive maintenance visual in the applicable lift installation inspections do not take the and service manual Refer to place of the procedures speci the Maintenance and Lubrica fied in the Maintenance and tion section in this manual for Lubrication Schedule provided further details AWARNING Maintenance and lubrication proce dures must be per formed by authorized service personnel as specified in the applicable installa tion service manual Failure to do so may result in serious
21. ld Roll Stop To Raise Platform UP Using hand pump handle a Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise to close securely See Photo D Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level see Photo E To Fold Platform In Insert handle into backup pump and S troke until platform stops folds fully See Photo E Note Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump m Decals and Antiskid AWARNING MESA The lift is only as safe as 29048 12375 the operator Replace any missing worn or illegible decals Part numbers are provided for decals Inspect your lift for missing worn or illegible decals Call 1 800 THE LIFT for replacements Replace missing worn or illegible decals Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Parking Courtesy Reguested LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Tonem noon 27146 Press V OPEN switch unt doors are fully open aro pareonu MANUAL a OPERATION brakes 2 Pross Y DOWN switch unti platform stops and je fully 26701 24490 Microswitch Adjustment Instructions Note Clean surfaces as detailed on opposite page a before posting decals Di inside Microswitch ni bolt count
22. m section and an outboard platform section each section consisting of a steel tubing frame with grating surface The outboard platform section is equipped with the automatic roll stop Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details Fully Folded Roll Stop Up vertical Automatic Outboard Roll Stop The outboard roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level see photos at left When the platform lowers fully to ground level the roll stop activation feet automatically unfold rotate the roll stop down to the ramp position fully unfolded The two activation feet one at both ends of the roll stop ensure roll stop operation on an uneven surface The roll stop is spring loaded to automatically 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 roll stop to the vertical position Note The platform raises approximately two inches before the roll stop reaches the fully UP position Discontinue lift opera tion immediately if the roll stop does not operate properly Outboard Roll Stop Operation The lift operator must press the DOWN switch to lower the platform fully to the ground The lift operator or attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be certain the entire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground see photo on page 16 Stop pressing the DOWN switch if any por
23. of the wheelchair passenger to have his or her wheelchair equipped with an occupant restraint seat belt under the direction of their health care professional Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details needs and or procedures required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers Operation Procedure Review The Braun Corporation recom mends that the wheelchair lift user and or attendant review the safety precautions and operation procedures appearing in this manual and on lift posted decals with your wheelchair lift sales representative before attempting lift operation Any questions or concerns can be answered by your sales representative at that time Using your own wheelchair operate the lift through all functions and enter and exit the Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details vehicle with the sales representative on hand to ensure the lift is right for you as the end user applicable for your use based on your physical abilities and the physical characteristics of your personal wheelchair Become familiar with the proper operation of your lift before operating the lift by yourself This lift operator s manual must be stored in the lift mounted manual storage pouch when not in use Preventive Maintenance Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and troublefree lift operation Preventive lift maintenance consisting of careful
24. r s are fully open Release switch Manual Door s Manually open door s fully and secure To Unfold Platform Out Press orange OUT switch until 4 platform stops unfolds fully reaches floor level Release switch Page 22 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger 4 1 Read notes below Load passen ger onto platform facing outward and lock wheelchair brakes lt Note Roll stop must be UP gt before loading passenger onto platform Lower head to clear vehicle door jamb header 2 Press red DOWN switch untilthe gt entire platform reaches ground level stops and roll stop unfolds fully see Photos H and Re lease switch 4 Handrail Switch Slide knob in to DOWN position See Photo G Page 23 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger continued 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and gt unload passenger from platform Note Roll stops must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop See Photos K and L Page 24 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger 4 1 Load passenger onto platform gt facing outward and lock wheel chair brakes Note Roll stops must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop See Photos K and L 2 Press red UP switch until platfo
25. raun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are consumer oriented designed to allow operation by the wheelchair passenger VL955 Series lifts are typically installed in vehicles equipped with fully automatic door operators The VL955 provides fully automatic operation of all lift func tions as well as optional automatic door operators if so equipped Note An attendant must manually open and close lift door s in appli cations where power door operator s are not provided It is the responsibility of the lift operator attendant and or wheel chair passenger to properly activate all power lift and door functions Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions pre lift operation notes and details lift operating instructions and manual operating instructions before at tempting lift operating procedures Become familiar with all lift features and the proper operation of the lift components before attempting lift operation Refer to the Lift Terminol ogy section for identification of and description of lift components Contact The Braun Corporation immediately if any of this information is not fully understood Call 1 800 THE LIFT General Safety Before operating the lift always engage the vehicle transmission in Park P and engage the vehicle parking brake Lift operators attend
26. rizontal position when the OUT switch is pressed DOWN Platform Lower Down is the action of the platform lowering from floor level position to fully lowered ground level position when the DOWN switch is pressed DOWN Roll Stop Unfold Deploy When the platform reaches the fully lowered ground position and the DOWN switch is continued to be pressed the outboard roll stop Lift Terminology rotates downward from vertical position to ramp position UP Platform Raise Up is the action of the platform raising from ground level to floor level fully raised position when the UP switch is pressed UP Roll Stop Fold Raise As the platform begins to raise off the ground the spring loaded roll stop rotates from ramp position to vertical position 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 IN 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 assembly reaches in order for the wheelchair passenger to enter and exit the vehicle fully raised The platform automati cally stops at floor level when unfolding from the stowed position and when raising from ground level Note Further details regarding lift control switches and the co
27. rm stops reaches floor level Re lease switch d4 Handrail Switch Slide knob out to UP position Note Roll stop must be UP before raising platform Platform will raise above ground level approximately two inches before fe the roll stop reaches the fully UP position approximately 2 O Page 25 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger continued 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and load passenger from platform into vehicle Note Lower head to d4 Clear door jamb header gt To Fold Platform In 4 Press orange IN switch until gt platform stops fully folded Release switch Page 26 Lift Operating Instructions To Close Door s Automatic Door Operator s 4 Press yellow CLOSE switch until door s are fully closed Release switch Manual Door s Manually close door s fully Page 27 Manual Operating Instructions If you experience power or equip from standard lift operation proce ing Instructions for all normal lift ment failure refer to the Manual dures Manual Instructions Decal operation procedures such as Operating Instructions to operate 27146 posted on pump cover loading and unloading passengers the lift Instructions and photos are provides manual operating instruc Follow all Lift Operation Safety provided for all steps that differ tions also Refer to the Lift
28. rresponding lift functions are provided in the Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details section Page 5 Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST A Know That All information contained in this manual and supplements if included is provided for your safety Famil iarity with proper operation instructions as well as proper maintenance procedures are necessary to ensure safe troublefree operation Safety precautions are provided to identify potentially hazardous situations and provide instruction on how to avoid them D B AWARNING This symbol indicates important safety information regarding a potentially hazard ous situation that could result in serious bodily injury and or property damage ACAUTION This symbol indicates important information regarding how to avoid a hazardous situation that could result in minor per sonal injury or prop erty damage 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 6 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 Th
29. tion of the platform is obstructed while descending or the entire platform does not reach ground level for any reason contact with an obstruction mechanical failure exceeding the lift floor to ground capacity etc Page 15 Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details Lift Features continued After the platform is fully lowered entire platform reaches the ground the roll stop must remain in the fully unfolded The lift operator or attendant must be certain the entire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground Page 16 ramp position until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop when loading or unloading at ground level When raising the platform the lift operator must view the platform as it raises to ensure the roll stop rotates to the vertical position Bridging The VL955 incorpo rates 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 prevent ing the operator from lowering the inboard end of the platform Handrails Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair passen ger or standee use The handrails automatically unfold to the deployed position when the platform unfolds and fold auto matically to the stowed position when the platform folds The passenger may choose to grip the handrails when on the lift platform if applicable Note The right front han
30. wnward for these functions Pre Lift Operation Notes and Details Handrail UP DOWN Switch A spring loaded horizontal slide style switch is built in the right front handrail The handrail UP DOWN switch activates the platform and the roll stop same as pump mounted UP DOWN switch Slide the switch knob out to the UP position to raise the platform Slide the knob in to the DOWN position to lower the platform Auxiliary Control Switches A six touch remote control system a third station control a hand held control and an outside control station are available as options All auxiliary controls activate lift functions and auto matic door operators except the hand held control The hand held control activates lift func tions only Do not press lift mounted switches and auxiliary control station switches at the same time Do not attempt to interface aftermarket control systems Braun Corporation After market Control Systems Policy The Braun Corporation manufactures dedicated control systems for its products These control systems have been de signed and tested for use in conjunction with specific Braun products Braun control systems are the only control systems authorized for use with Braun products Do not attempt to interface aftermarket control systems with Braun products To do so may result in serious bodily injury and or prop erty damage Page 13 Pre Lift
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