32DF9T15 - Ricon Corporation
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1. 2 14 Hi MAINTENANDE ate eet 3 1 A ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE 3 1 B DRIVER S n 3 1 Ci DEGAL MAINTENANGE at 3 1 32DF9T15 A ii RETURN TO FRONT COVER GO TO NEXT CHAPTER This page intentionally left blank iv 32DF9T15 A l INTRODUCTION Safe and easy access to motorcoaches is provided by the Ricon Mirage 9 Public Use wheel chair and standee lift The Mirage FOTF is a dedicated entry model which is intended for installa tion in a vehicle baggage compartment or similar location An electric motor driven hydraulic pump provides a maximum platform lifting capacity of 660 pounds 300 kilograms A trained attendant or the vehicle operator operates it For a boarding passenger the operator uses control switches to withdraw the platform from the vehicle deploy and lower it to ground level The passenger is placed on the platform and then lifted to floor height After the passenger enters the vehicle the operator lowers the platform and retracts it back into the vehicle stow For an exiting passenger the operator withdraws the platform from the vehicle deploy and raises it to floor height The passenger is placed on the platform and then lowered to the ground The passenger departs and the operator returns the platform to the stowed posit2. and firmly grasp handrails Do not stand on bridgeplate d Manually Lower Platform 1 Refer to Figure 2 12 Verify that rollstop is up closed Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate clockwise if it isn t up CAUTION Do not open pump release valve more than 1 4 turn The valve will separate from the pump body if unthreaded too far which will disable both the automatic and manual pump functions 2 Refer to Figure 2 13 Engage pump release valve with handle Slowly rotate valve counter clockwise 1 4 turn max until platform begins to lower do not open fur ther Allow platform to settle on the ground and then rotate valve clockwise to close NOTE Do not over tighten valve FIGURE 2 13 COUNTER CLOCKWISE LOWERS PLATFORM 3 Refer to Figure 2 14 Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate fully counter clockwise Rollstop must lie flat on ground FIGURE 2 14 COUNTER CLOCKWISE OPENS ROLLSTOP 4 Carefully assist passenger off of platform 32DF9T15 A 2 13 e Manually Stow Platform 1 Refer to Figure 2 15 Verify that pump pressure release valve is closed CW aN FIGURE 2 15 CLOCKWISE CLOSES RELEASE 2 Refer to Figure 2 16 Raise the platform to stow height position the top surface of the platform lifting frame arm at the same height as the top surface of the carriage If the exact height cannot be obtained a slightly low platform is preferred to slightly high
3. Platform Curbed area where passenger resides while being raised to vehicle or lowered to ground Safety belt Safety restraint belt that spans between handrails to help confine passenger to platform area Folding handrail left and right Provides a handhold for standing passenger standee 32DF9T15 A TABLE 1 1 LIFT TERMS FOR 9 PUBLIC USE MODEL TERM DESCRIPTION Bridgeplate Plate bridges gap between platform and vehicle floor when platform is at floor level Acts as barrier during up and down platform motions to prevent wheel chair from rolling off rear of platform Enclosure Platform housing that is rigidly attached to vehicle chassis Controller Receives electrical input signals from pendant and lift sensors and sends control signals to lift electrical and hydraulic components Travelling frame not shown as unit Assembly comprised of carriage lifting frame and plat form END OF TABLE RETURN TO TABLE OF CONTENTS GO TO NEXT CHAPTER 32DF9T15 A 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS his chapter contains safety precautions a daily safety check a description of lift functions control and indicator descriptions plus individual operating instructions for the Ricon Mirage Public Use wheelchair standee lift This chapter must be thoroughly understood by the operator A SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following safety precautions must be complied with at all times when operating lift Refer to Figure 2 1 Op
4. This alignment eliminates interference between the platform and enclosure when pushing the platform into the enclosure TOP SURFACE OF CARRIAGE TOP SURFACE OF LIFTING ARM PLATFORM FIGURE 2 16 LIFTING ARM AND CARRIAGE AT SAME HEIGHT 3 Refer to Figure 2 17 Verify that rollstop is closed fully up Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate clockwise if it isn t up FIGURE 2 17 CLOCKWISE CLOSES ROLLSTOP 2 14 32DF9T15 A Lift the left handrail upward out of its socket and then lower handrail to platform Repeat for right handrail N WARNING AN ABLE BODIED PERSON MUST STOW THE PLATFORM USE CAUTION AND AVOID INJURY Refer to Figure 2 18 Obtain manual pump handle from its storage location and engage either keyed release shaft located behind the access holes in the rollstop Rotate the shaft 1 4 turn clockwise FIGURE 2 18 ROTATE PLATFORM RELEASE SHAFT Grasp the top edge of the rollstop or the handrails with two hands and push firmly The platform moves smoothly after an initial resistance Push platform in fully A CAUTION The platform must lock in place when fully stowed Check platform retention by attempting to pull platform outward it must not move If platform does not lock rotate either platform release shaft 1 4 turn counterclock wise Platform must be fully stowed before rotating shaft 32DF9T15 A 2 15 RETURN TO TABL
5. WARNING SYSTEM MODULE VIEWED FROM INTERIOR OF VEHICLE 2 6 32DF9T15 A E LIFT OPERATION AN WARNING IMPROPER USE OF LIFT CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY USERS MUST READ AND FOLLOW OPERATING IN STRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL ADDITIONAL COPIES OF THE OPERATOR MANUAL ARE AVAILABLE FROM RICON CORPORATION 7900 NELSON ROAD PANORAMA CITY 91402 818 267 3000 or 800 322 2884 m 00 NOT EXCEED RATED LOAD CAPACITY OF 660 POUNDS 300 KG m INSPECT WHEELCHAIR LIFT FOR PROPER FUNCTION REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AND DAMAGE PRIOR TO USE DO NOT USE LIFT IF A PROBLEM EXISTS AND CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED RICON SERVICE TECHNICIAN FOR REPAIR m THIS LIFT IS TO BE USED BY ONE WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT OR ONE STANDEE ONLY RICON CORPORATION DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING FROM MODIFICA TION TO THE LIFT LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR NEGLIGENCE ABUSE OR FAILURE FOLLOW THE OP ERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before operating lift be certain vehicle is safely parked on a level area away from traffic Provide space for lift operation and passenger boarding m The lift operator must take special to ensure that area is clear before deploying plat form Be certain there are no obstacles beneath platform Open lift compartment doors completely and secure Open passenger entry door directly above lift compartment This does not apply to models that stop upward platform movement prior to reaching floor
6. the hydraulic cylinder The platform must be fully deployed to view the counter The counter advances each time the platform moves through a complete cy cle which consists of the platform moving from the vehicle floor to the ground and back to the floor The number of cycles displayed is used to schedule maintenance operations m Threshold Warning System Refer to Figure 2 6 The threshold warning system is installed at the top of the doorway above the lift compartment The module is turned on when the lift is powered and the status indicator will then light The acoustic sensors are enabled when the door is open and the lift vehicle inter lock system requirements are met Acoustic sensors transmitter and receiver monitor the doorway threshold area for the presence of a passenger or object such as a wheelchair If someone is detected in the threshold area when the platform is one inch or more below the floor an audible buzzer and flashing red light are actuated This system provides a margin of safety for lift passengers by warning them when the platform is below floor level The platform must be at floor level when a passenger is boarding or exiting the platform NOTE An optional installation method can disable the buzzer and flashing light when the door is Closed In this case the status indicator flashes when the presence of a passenger is detected STATUS INDICATOR BUZZER ACOUSTIC SENSORS FIGURE 2 6 THRESHOLD
7. 000 32DF9T15 A 1 1 PRODUCT WARRANTY RICON MIRAGE F9TF PUBLIC USE WHEELCHAIR LIFT TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ricon Corporation Ricon warrants to original purchaser of this product that Ricon will repair or re place at its option any part that fails due to defective material or workmanship as follows e Repair or replace parts for a period of two years from the date of purchase A complete list of parts covered by this warranty can be obtained from Ricon Product Support e Labor costs for specified parts replaced under this warranty for a period of two years from the date the lift is put into service A Ricon rate schedule determines parts covered and labor allowed If you need to return a product Return this product to Ricon following the Ricon RMA procedure Please give as much advance notice as possible and allow a reasonable amount of time for repair This warranty does not cover Malfunction or damage to product parts caused by accident misuse lack of proper maintenance neglect improper adjustment modification alteration the mechanical con dition of vehicle road hazards overloading failure to follow operating instructions or acts of nature i e weather lightning flood Note Ricon recommends that this product be inspected by a Ricon authorized service technician at least once every six months or sooner if necessary Any required maintenance should be performed at that time WARNING THIS PRODUC
8. 2DF9T15 A MAJOR LIFT COMPONENTS Major components of the Mirage FOTF Public Use wheelchair lift are in Figure 1 1 A description of each component is in Table 1 1 E OQ Safety belt Folding handrail Handrail release button Platform Control pendant Platform Left Controller Hydraulic release shaft Bridgeplate Front rollstop cylinder system Carriage Lifting frame Rollstop control knob Right Cycle counter Rear Deployment la S Enclosure Pull box Electric circuit breakers 7 Manual pump handle Hydraulic pump assembly Fluid reservoir Hydraulic pump enclosure FIGURE 1 1 LIFT COMPONENTS FOR MIRAGE F9TF MODEL 32DF9T15 A TABLE 1 1 LIFT TERMS FOR 9 PUBLIC USE MODEL DESCRIPTION Left Right Reference points from outside vehicle looking inward at lift Front Rear Hydraulic pump Contains lift hydraulic and electrical control components Also houses manual enclosure backup pump handle Electric circuit Prevent high current damage to electrical control components Do not protect breakers hydraulic pump motor Hydraulic pump Electro hydraulic unit provides hydraulic pressure used to raise platform Also assy mounts components for manual operation Manual pump Used to manually operate hydraulic backup pump and pressure release valve handle when electrical power is not available Also used to rotate platform release shafts Pu
9. A A END OF TABLE i 32DF9T15 A TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER PAGE INTC u uuu u L 1 1 FRODUCT SUPPORT 1 1 PRODUCT WARRANTY Lu upan asun 1 2 G SRIPMENT INFURMATION ul L 1 3 Di GENERAL SAFE PRECAUTIONS U l L u n u un aaa 1 3 MAJOR LET COMPONENTS ss cnc LLL u u R k uuu suu 1 4 ll OPERATING INSTRUCTI0NS J 2 1 SAPETY PRECAUTIONS a u tu aaa 2 1 PREG PERATIONTIETPINSPEGTIONI LL L u u uy u ua 2 2 BDAIEOBM MOTON unuy 2 3 D CONTROLS AND INDICATORS n na 2 4 Z l es uuu l uyu ul 2 7 Te NORMAL LIFT OPERATION Shuar 2 8 Enter Vehicle u R a asa detent 2 8 bis TO Exit VENCE 2 8 2 MANUAL LIFT OPERATION a a anna 2 10 Manual Lift Controls nn n na 2 10 b Manually Deploy 2 11 Manually Raise 2 12 d Manually Lower 2 13 Manually Stow
10. E OF CONTENTS GO TO NEXT CHAPTER This page intentionally left blank 2 16 32DFOT15 A lil MAINTENANCE R egular maintenance of the Ricon Mirage FOTF Public Use wheelchair standee lift will provide optimum performance and reduce the need for repairs This chapter contains a driver checklist and decal maintenance information A ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Additional maintenance information is available in the Mirage FOTF Public Use service manual part number 32DF9T16 This manual is available from Ricon in printed hard copy or at the Ricon website in PDF format The website is located at www riconcorp com At the website click on Technical Documents I agree and then Service Manuals B DRIVER CHECKLIST Ricon recommends that the listed inspection points be performed each time the vehicle is put into service or when a driver change occurs during a shift This inspection can be part of the normal pre use walk through done by the vehicle operator FOTF DRIVER CHECKLIST Any safety issue checked requires sign off by mechanic before coach is returned to service Date Vehicle Lift Serial Service at end Repair before Yes No of shift returning to service Safety Issue Refer to vehicle owner manual for VA proper inter lock operation inspection Platform deploys and lowers to ground front rollstop opens Safety Issue Raise platform check that front rollstop is closed an
11. INNOVATION IN MOBILITY MIRAGE F9TF MOTORCOACH DOT PUBLIC USE LIFT OPERATOR MANUAL 12 23 04 32DF9T15 A 95 2004 RICON CORPORATION All Rights Reserved U S Patent Nos 5 228 538 5 253 973 5 373 915 5 556 250 Australian Patent Nos 661127 680501 Canadian Patent No 2 129 821 French Patent No 0 446 224 German Patent Nos 68925368 0 08 EP 0625896 B1 U K Patent Nos EP 0625896 B1 EP 0703766 GB 2 224 992 B Other U S and foreign patents pending Printed in the United States of America This RICON product must be installed and serviced by authorized RICON service technicians The operator must refer to this manual for operating instructions then retain it for future reference by authorized RICON service technicians who perform service and repair DOT Public Use Lift verifies that this plat form 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 pas senger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle weight rating GVWR that ex ceeds 10 000 Ibs 4 536 kgs Customer Information Customer name Installing dealer Date installed Serial number 32DF9T15 A REVISION RECORD REV PAGES DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE ECR ECO 32DF9T15 All New release N
12. ISH FRENCH 19551 29254 PLATFORM STOW HEIGHT PLATFORM STOW HEIGHT 19550 TWS WARNING 31997 WARNING IMPROPER USE 26217 RICON LOGO 32 10 158 RAISE amp LOWER HANDRAILS INSTRUCTION ECLIPSE MIRAGE 33095 PATENT NOS LOWER PART OF 32 10 170 SERIAL NUMBER DECAL UPPER PART OF SERIALNUMBER DECAL ONLY RICON REPLACEABLE BI INSIDE 18063 INSIDE TERMINAL STRIP NUMBERS 15533 TERMINAL STRIP NUMBERS FAR SIDE 26248 _ RESTRAINT BELT CAUTION 26155 PULLBOX TO PUMP WIRING DIAGRAM OIL LEVEL WARNING aa MAXIMUM LOAD 26213 BOTH SIDES UNLOCK PLATFORM NSTRUCTION CW BOTH SIDES 32 10 154 19520 DOT PUBLIC USE MANUAL ROLLSTOP 32113 OPERATION BOTH SIDES 26207 UNLOCK PLATFORM INSTRUCTION CCW 19524 DECALS F9TF MODEL FIGURE 3 2 RETURN TO TABLE OF CONTENTS 32DF9T15 A 3 2
13. OW UP DOWN FIGURE 2 3 CONTROL PENDANT m Electric Circuit Breakers Refer to Figure 2 4 The circuit breakers shown interrupt electric power to specific sections of the lift if a malfunction causes an abnormally high current flow The Control System and In Out Motor circuit breakers are mounted on a common bracket which is located at the top of the hy draulic pump enclosure P IN OUT MOTOR U CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTROL SYSTEM CIRCUIT BREAKER FIGURE 2 4 LIFT CIRCUIT BREAKERS 2 4 32DF9T15 A e Control System Circuit Breaker Refer to Figure 2 4 The five amp control system circuit breaker is in the pump box The cir cuit breaker button will pop out when a control system short circuit occurs Press button to reset Do not press button and hold it if pressing and releasing does not restore power Con tact a Ricon authorized service technician for repair e In Out Motor Circuit Breaker Refer to Figure 2 4 The 30 amp In Out motor circuit breaker is also in the pump box The circuit breaker button will pop out when a short circuit occurs in the motor circuit that ex tends and retracts the platform Press button to reset Do not press button and hold it if pressing and releasing does not restore power Contact a Ricon authorized service technician for repair e Main Lift Circuit Breaker Refer to Figure 2 5 The main circuit breaker is mounted in the vehicle engine or battery com partments and will interrupt elec
14. T HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO EXACT SPECIFICATIONS MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY RESPECT CAN BE HAZARDOUS This warranty is void if The product has been installed or maintained by someone other than a Ricon authorized service technician The product has been modified or altered in any respect from its original design without written authorization by Ricon Ricon disclaims liability for any personal injury or property damage that results from opera tion of a Ricon product that has been modified from the original Ricon design No person or company is authorized to change the design of this Ricon product without written authoriza tion by Ricon Ricon s obligation under this warranty is exclusively limited to the repair or exchange of parts that fail within the applicable warranty period Ricon assumes no responsibility for expenses or damages including incidental or conse quential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con sequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply Important The warranty registration card must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20 days after installation of this Ricon product for the warranty to be valid The warranty is not transferable The warranty gives specific legal rights and there may be other rights that vary from state to state 32DF9T15 A SHIPMENT INFORMATION When the product is re
15. URE 2 8 PLATFORM RELEASE SHAFTS 2 10 32DF9T15 A x Rollstop Control Knob Refer to Figure 2 9 The manual rollstop control knob operates the platform rollstop di rectly It is located on the right side of the platform Lower platform to ground before at tempting to lower or open the rollstop Pull the control knob out and turn it counter clockwise to lower the rollstop Close or raise the rollstop by pulling the control knob out and turning it clockwise Sometimes closing the rollstop is easier if you lift the rollstop with one hand while turning the knob with the other hand CONTROL KNOB FIGURE 2 9 MANUAL ROLLSTOP CONTROL KNOB Preparation x Palk vehicle on a level surface away from traffic Allow sufficient space for lift opera tion and passenger boarding The operator must summon assistance to move vehicle to a safe operating area if a breakdown situation exists and vehicle cannot be moved under its own power Check to be certain obstacles are not in path of platform movement Open vehicle doors by hand and secure Caution people in vicinity that platform is about to deploy Follow the Safety Precautions at the beginning of this chapter when a passenger en ters or exits the platform Manually Deploy Platform 1 Refer to Figure 2 10 Obtain manual pump handle from its storage location un fold and engage either keyed release shaft located behind access holes in rollstop Rotate the shaft 1 4 turn clockwise X
16. X X X FIGURE 2 10 ROTATE PLATFORM RELEASE SHAFT 32DF9T15 A 2 11 WARNING AN ABLE BODIED PERSON MUST DEPLOY THE PLATFORM USE CAUTION AND AVOID INJURY 2 Grasp the top edge of the front rollstop with two hands and pull firmly The plat form moves smoothly after an initial resistance Pull platform straight out to the end of its travel 3 Lift right handrail to vertical and push firmly down into its socket Repeat for left handrail c Manually Raise Platform 1 Refer to Figure 2 11 Engage pump release valve with pump handle Note that the notches in handle must engage the pin on the stem of the release valve Turn valve lightly clockwise to verify that valve is closed valve should have been closed previ ously Remove handle FIGURE 2 11 CLOCKWISE CLOSES RELEASE VALVE 2 Refer to Figure 2 12 Verify that rollstop is up closed Pull rollstop control knob out and rotate fully clockwise if it isn t up FIGURE 2 12 CLOCKWISE CLOSES ROLLSTOP 3 Refer back to Figure 2 11 Insert handle into backup pump socket then pump handle to raise platform to floor height 4 Position wheelchair in center of platform facing outward if possible and advise oc to lock wheelchair brakes Power should be turned off on electric powered wheelchairs 2 12 32DF9T15 A STANDEE must stand near the center of the platform facing in the direction of travel out of vehicle
17. bridgeplate lies flat on floor along its entire edge and does not create a tripping hazard EXIT PLATFORM Advise passenger to carefully enter vehicle UNBUCKLE SAFETY BELT LOWER HANDRAILS Press release button at base of handrail and lift the left hand rail upward out of its socket Lower handrail to platform Repeat for right handrail STOW PLATFORM Press and hold IN button until platform reaches STOW height and then fully retracts into vehicle Do not use DOWN button to lower platform partway prior to stowing and then com plete the stowing process by using IN button This method may not properly stow platform To Exit Vehicle 1 2 2 8 DEPLOY PLATFORM Press and hold OUT button until platform is fully deployed RAISE HANDRAILS Lift right handrail to vertical and push firmly down into its socket Repeat for left handrail Verify that both handrails are latched in place by attempting to pull upward on them 32DF9T15 A BUCKLE SAFETY BELT Pull safety belt from retractor on left handrail and fasten to other handrail The next two steps apply only to FOTF models that stop upward platform movement see a at an intermediate level refer to Figure 2 2 Other models continue at step 6 PARTIALLY RAISE PLATFORM Press and hold UP button until platform stops at intermediate height OPEN VEHICLE DOOR Fully open vehicle sliding door located above lift The lift operato
18. ceived unpack the product and check for freight damage Claims for any damage should be made to the carrier immediately Be sure the installation kit contains all items listed on the kit packing list Please report any missing items immediately to Ricon Product Support The warranty and owner registration cards must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20 days to validate the warranty GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NN CAUTION The sales or service personnel must review the Warranty and Operator Manual with the user to be certain that they understand how to safely operate the prod uct Instruct the user to follow the operating instructions without exception The following general safety precautions must be followed during installation operation service and maintenance To avoid injury always exercise caution when operating and be certain that hands feet legs and clothing are not in the path of product movement Read and thoroughly understand the operating instructions before attempting to operate Inspect the product before each use If an unsafe condition unusual noises or movements exist do not use it until the problem is corrected Stand clear of doors and platform and keep others clear during operation The product requires regular periodic maintenance A thorough inspection is recommended at least once every six months The product should be maintained at the highest level of performance 3
19. d locked by yx pulling against rollstop Check all decals Decals should be readable and attached securely Remove clean away debris Safety Issue Bridgeplate rear barrier is up approximately 90 to platform x Safety Issue Raise platform to floor level bridgeplate must overlap floor a minimum of 1 2 Stow platform from floor level Lift should stow completely without binding or stopping Notes Print Name Signature FIGURE 3 1 F9TF DRIVER CHECKLIST C DECAL MAINTENANCE Refer to Figure 3 2 for decal placement and part numbers Check condition of decals daily for chipping peeling fading and illegibility Replace as necessary Locate and orient decals as shown Part numbers for individual decals are given here with the exception of the serial number decal which must be replaced by Ricon 32DF9T15 A 3 1 DECALS AFFIXED TO VEHICLE LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ENTRY AND EXIT ENTRY 32159 EXIT 32160 LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ENTRY AND EXIT FOR LIFTS WITH A STOP AT INTERMEDIATE HEIGHT ENTRY 32154 EXIT 32155 NO PARKING 26119 35 i MANUAL MANUAL OPERATING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS ENGL
20. eep others clear while operating lift Do not allow an untrained person to operate lift 32DF9T15 A 2 1 m Do not allow anyone to stand on bridgeplate A bent bridgeplate can interfere with the plat form as it raises and lowers Lock wheelchair brakes before raising or lowering platform power chair users should turn off power and set brake Use great care in wet conditions the wheelchair brakes are less effective if its tires or the platform are wet not leave deployed platform unattended Return to stowed position after use Read and understand the preceding safety precautions Review them periodically and ask attendants or other operators to read them as well Contact a Ricon authorized service technician or call Ricon Product Support if there are questions B PRE OPERATION LIFT INSPECTION Refer to the Driver Checklist section in Chapter 3 Ricon recommends that the listed inspec tion points be performed each time the vehicle is put into service or when a driver change oc curs during a work shift This inspection can be part of the normal pre use walk through done by the vehicle operator 2 2 32DF9T15 A C PLATFORM MOTIONS Refer to Table 2 1 and Figure 2 2 The table describes the four platform motions and the figure shows the four typical platform heights plus the stow position TABLE 2 1 PLATFORM MOTIONS lt Platform extends out of vehicle or deploys OUT Platform lowers from pres
21. ent height towards ground front rollstop DOWN lowers when platform contacts ground Platform rises from present height towards vehicle floor rollstop UP rises before platform leaves ground gt IN Platform retracts into vehicle or stows END OF TABLE The UP and DOWN motions operate only when platform is fully deployed NOTE HANDRAILS OMITTED FOR CLARITY FLOOR HEIGHT lt 1 POSITION HEIGHT gt Z DEPLOYED s POSITION i Tet se IS J GROUND LEVEL 2 FIGURE 2 2 PLATFORM POSITIONS 32DF9T15 A 2 3 D CONTROLS AND INDICATORS m Control Pendant Refer to Figure 2 3 The lift is operated with a hand held hard wired remote control pendant Turn on the POWER ENABLE switch and then control each lift motion by pressing an appropriate button The POWER ENABLE switch provides power to the pendant and thereby enables the lift When turned on the power switch and each button illuminate Pressing the DEPLOY button extends the platform from the lift storage compartment and press ing the STOW button retracts the platform back into the storage compartment Pressing the DOWN button lowers the platform towards the ground and pressing the UP button raises the platform towards the vehicle floor A button must be held depressed until the motion is completed Movement of the platform can be halted at any time by releasing the button POWER ENABLE DEPLOY ST
22. erate lift with vehicle parked on level ground Deploying lift when vehicle is on sloped ground is hazardous FIGURE 2 1 VEHICLE INCLINED DUE TO SLOPE Vehicle must be safely parked with parking brake on before using lift Inspect lift before use Do not use lift if an unsafe condition exists or if unusual noise or movement is noticed Contact a Ricon authorized service technician for repair Read and comply with all warning labels and symbols affixed to wheelchair lift Wheelchair occupant should face outward when entering or exiting vehicle Do not back onto platform when exiting vehicle Face outward if possible and verify that platform is at the same height as floor Check that front rollstop is up and locked The front rollstop is intended to prevent slow unintentional rolling off of platform The front rollstop is not intended to stop a quick moving wheelchair A quick moving wheelchair could tip if the small front wheels collide with the rollstop Also the large rear wheels of a quick moving wheelchair could roll over the rollstop Possible injury to the oc Cupant might occur in either case m Verify that wheelchair fits safely on platform it must not extend beyond edges or interfere with operation of rollstop Do not operate with a load in excess of 660 Ibs 300 kg Keep arms legs and clothing away from moving lift parts The lift is intended for one wheelchair and its occupant or one standee Do not overload lift K
23. ift Ricon recommends that manual operation be used only to exit from vehicle not to enter vehicle a Manual Lift Controls Manual operation components used are a hydraulic backup pump platform release mecha nism and a rollstop control knob x Hydraulic Backup Pump Refer to Figure 2 7 The manual back up pump is part of the hydraulic pump assembly and is operated with a separate pump handle Pumping the handle raises the platform when the release valve is closed A pump pressure release valve for bleeding pressure from the hydraulic system is also on the hydraulic pump assembly and is rotated with the pump handle Opening the release valve lowers platform The handle is also used to rotate the platform release shafts Note that handle can be un folded to gain greater leverage when rotating release shafts BACKUP PUMP PUMP RELEASE VALVE PUMP HANDLE FIGURE 2 7 MANUAL BACKUP PUMP amp HANDLE x Platform Release Shafts Refer to Figure 2 8 The stowed platform is difficult to withdraw against the resistance of the deployment system For that reason a release mechanism is provided to disengage the platform when manual deployment is necessary The platform is released by rotating either keyed release shaft in the direction shown on the adjacent decal The shafts are located behind cutouts at the left and right sides of the front rollstop KEYED RELEASE SHAFTS MANUAL PUMP HANDLE DECAL FIG
24. ion in the vehicle 22 One individual can manually operate the lift when normal power is not present A manual release mechanism is provided to ease the task of pulling the platform out of its enclosure The hydrau lic pump assembly includes a manually operated back up pump to raise the platform and a pressure release valve to lower it The front platform rollstop normally power operated has a manual override knob for back up use This manual contains complete operating instructions for the lift and a brief maintenance chap ter Itis important to passenger safety that the lift operator be familiar with the Operating Instru ctions chapter It is also important to properly maintain the lift by following the recommended cleaning lubrication and inspection directions in the Maintenance chapter A PRODUCT SUPPORT Please contact Ricon Product Support if you have questions about this manual or need additional copies Ricon Corporation 7900 Nelson Road Panorama City 91402 818 267 3000 Outside 818 Area 800 322 2884 World Wide WebSite sssini www riconcorp com Littlemoss Business Park Littlemoss Road Droylsden Manchester United Kingdom 44 161 301 6
25. level The entry door on these models is opened after the platform reaches intermediate height refer to Figure 2 2 m If the vehicle and lift are equipped with a safety interlock system e g transmission parking brake etc be certain that it is in the proper mode before attempting to operate lift The lift will not operate until this feature has been properly engaged Turn on lift power switch located on or near vehicle dashboard if so equipped Enable lift control pendant by turning on Power switch located on pendant A person that uses the wheelchair lift while standing does not require mobility aid equip ment is referred to in this manual as a Standee AN WARNING THE ATTENDANT MUST REMAIN NEAR LIFT PASSENGER TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IF NECESSARY WARNING THE LIFT CAN ONLY BE OPERATED WHEN ENABLED BY THE VEHICLE INTERLOCK CIRCUITRY DO NOT BYPASS THE INTERLOCK TO OPERATE LIFT REFER TO VEHICLE SERVICE MANUAL FOR INTERLOCK INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING LIFT WARNING CAUTION PASSENGERS TO STAY CLEAR OF PASSENGER ENTRY DOOR WHILE IT IS OPENED 32DF9T15 A 2 7 1 NORMAL LIFT OPERATION a Enter Vehicle 1 2 NOTE 6 ACTIVATE INTERLOCK Refer to vehicle manufacturers operator manual to enable vehicle interlocks i e set parking brake place transmission in neutral etc DEPLOY PLATFORM Press and hold OUT button
26. ll box Houses electrical termination points to lift and a hydraulic line disconnect point Also accepts input harness from control pendant Control pendant Hand held device used to control platform motions Carriage Part of traveling frame that is mounted on rollers moves on rails located inside enclosure Supports lifting frame and platform Cycle counter Located on rear frame of carriage Visible when platform is fully deployed It re cords number of times platform has moved from floor to ground and back to floor Deployment system Located within carriage Employs an electric gear motor to propel platform out of enclosure or pull it back into enclosure Hydraulic cylinder Located within carriage and connected to lifting frame Receives pressurized fluid from hydraulic pump to lift platform Platform release left and right Used during manual operation of lift Disengages platform from shaft enclosure to facilitate manual deployment Engage and rotate either shaft with manual pump handle Fluid reservoir Container holds hydraulic fluid that is used by hydraulic system Lifting frame Assembly is hinged to front of carriage and to center of platform raised by sin gle hydraulic cylinder attached to carriage Rollstop control Provides manual control of rollstop if electrical power is not available knob Front rollstop Front barrier prevents wheelchair from inadvertently rolling off platform during platform movement
27. r or attendant should do this RAISE PLATFORM Press and hold UP button until platform stops at floor height and bridgeplate lowers onto vehicle floor A CAUTION Verify that rear edge of bridgeplate lies flat on floor along its entire edge and does not create a tripping hazard BOARD PLATFORM Position wheelchair in center of platform facing outward if possible and advise occupant to lock wheelchair brakes Power should be turned off on electric powered wheelchairs Standee must stand near the center of the platform facing in the direction of travel out of vehicle and firmly grasp handrails Do not stand on bridgeplate LOWER PLATFORM Press and hold DOWN button until platform stops at ground level and rollstop opens completely UNBUCKLE SAFETY BELT EXIT PLATFORM Carefully assist passenger off of platform LOWER HANDRAILS Press release button at base of handrail and lift the left hand rail upward out of its socket Lower handrail to platform Repeat for right handrail STOW PLATFORM Press and hold IN button until platform reaches STOW height and then fully retracts into vehicle 32DF9T15 A 2 9 2 MANUAL LIFT OPERATION The lift can be operated manually if it loses electrical power The following sections describe the lift controls associated with manual operation important safety preparations to be followed before using the lift and operating procedures to deploy raise lower and stow the l
28. trical power if a major short circuit occurs particularly in the hydraulic pump motor circuit The reset tab rotates clockwise when a short occurs Rotate the reset tab counter clockwise to reset breaker as shown Do not rotate tab and hold it if rotating and releasing does not restore power Contact a Ricon authorized service technician for repair RESET TAB I FIGURE 2 5 MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER SHOWN RESET m Vehicle Interlock System The purpose of the vehicle interlock system is to prevent lift operation if it is unsafe to do so Typical requirements are that the vehicle transmission be in neutral the parking brake be applied and the passenger door be opened before power is supplied to the lift Before the vehicle can depart the lift must be stowed and both the lift compartment door and passenger door must be closed Bridgeplate Load Sensor A sensor switch is located in the hydraulic line connected to the bridgeplate hydraulic cylinder When the sensor detects that an object is present on the bridgeplate it inhibits raising or lowering of the platform This protects the passenger from possible injury when the cylinder raises the bridgeplate It also protects the bridgeplate from damage which could interfere later with proper operation of the lift 32DF9T15 A 2 5 Lift Cycle Counter Refer to Figure 1 1 in Chapter The cycle counter is mounted inside the carriage on the rear frame member just to the right of
29. until platform is fully deployed Platform cannot be moved up or down unless platform is fully extended RAISE HANDRAILS Lift right handrail to vertical and push firmly down into its socket Repeat for left handrail Verify that both handrails are latched in place by attempting to pull upward on them LOWER PLATFORM Press and hold DOWN button until platform stops at ground level and rollstop opens completely BOARD PLATFORM Position wheelchair in center of platform facing outward if possible and advise occupant to lock wheelchair brakes Power should be turned off on electric powered wheelchairs Standee must stand near the center of the platform facing in the direction of travel into vehicle and firmly grasp handrails Do not stand on bridgeplate BUCKLE SAFETY BELT Pull safety belt from retractor on left handrail and fasten to other handrail NOTE The next two steps apply only to FOTF models that stop upward platform movement 10 11 12 13 5 NOTE at an intermediate level refer to Figure 2 2 Other models continue at step 9 PARTIALLY RAISE PLATFORM Press and hold UP button until platform stops at intermediate height OPEN VEHICLE DOOR Fully open vehicle sliding door located above lift The lift operator or attendant should do this RAISE PLATFORM Press and hold UP button until platform stops at floor height and bridgeplate lowers onto vehicle floor ZA CAUTION Verify that rear edge of
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