PSL-10 STEP ELEVATOR and WHEELCHAIR LIFT
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1. INFORMA TON DESCRIPTION BTEPALIFT FUNCTIONS AND POSITIONS ucc nr oneri rere eec MAJ OR STEP COM PONENTS RR CIR RR UD RR Ur ERR L CONTROL PENDANT mim 2 EMERGENCY OVERRIDE SWITCH sition 3 manual gt gt gt gt 4 PLATFORM SECTION RELEASE 0 8 frontsection handle and rolstop handle OPERATING IM5I1MVICII0M5 I II DAI SAPETT DPERATION avais vec ver ere ei eria 1 NORMAL STEP OPERATION 2 NORMAL WHEELCHAIR LIFT OPERATION S MANUAL aaa REIS goi cd cot 4 1 _ 4 2 3205L101 8 iii Figure 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 10 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 3 10 3 11 3 12 3 13 3 14 3 15 3 16 3 17 3 18 3 19 3 20 3 21 3 22 3 23 3 24 3 25 3 26 3 27 4 12. INNOVATION IN MOBILITY PSL 10 STEP ELEVATOR and WHEELCHAIR LIFT PRINT OPERATOR MANUAL 07 02 01 32DSL101 B 95 2002 RICON CORPORATION ids U S Patent no 4 606 433 Other U S and Foreign Patents Pending Printed in the United States of America ONLY AUTHORIZED RICON SERVICE TECHNICIANS MAY SERVICE THIS RICON PRODUCT PRODUCT USERS MUST REFER TO THIS MANUAL FOR OPERATING AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS RETAIN THIS MANUAL IN THE VEHICLE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 32DSL101 B REVISION RECORD REVISION PAGES DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE ECR ECO 32DSL101 All Changed to curved arms on iso throughout manual 3740 4773 B Changed dealer to service technician 07 02 01 Changed dealer to shipment 2 1 amp 2 5 Added UNLOCK function to pendant 2 2 amp 2 3 Updated drawings deleted item 3 added stow lock manual release cable Rewrote stow lock release references to current configuration 3 7 amp 3 10 Added Figure Close Release Valve Updated Daily Safety Check Table 4 2 Deleted decal 17736 changed decal 17631 to 19552 iis 32DSL101 B IV IV TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 _ _ _ LB Ko I st Gorter errr ror EY uic Cu Po CR RC CH RA CH RC CH
3. gaged by pulling to the left When the RIGHT SIDE 2 front section is refolded back onto the BARRIER middle section the spring will force the shaft of the T handle into a hole in the FIGURE 2 8 MIDDLE SECTION RELEASE platform right side barrier THANDEE FRONT PLATFORM SECTION HANDLE AND ROLLSTOP HANDLE Refer to Figures 2 9 The front section handle is used to unfold the front platform sec tion or to grip the outer rollstop When the platform is fully unfolded the handle is at the left end of the rollstop as shown When the rollstop is folded back against the front sec tion the handle drops through a slot and protrudes outthe back This figure also shows the rollstop handle that is used to lift the rollstop out of its locking slots The locking slots hold the rollstop in a vertical position FRONT SECTION HANDLE SLOT 4 LOCKING 501 X FRONT SECTION HANDLE A ROLLSTOP FIGURE 2 9 FRONT SECTION HANDLE AND ROLLSTOP HANDLE MANUAL BACK UP PUMP Refer to Figure 2 10 This pump is lo PUMP HANDLE cated on the right side of the right hand SOCKET column When normal power is not 2 available the step lift be raised lor PUMP lowered by using this manual back up 4n x pee pump The pump handle is stored near the pump The handle is used to open and close the release valve or to pump the back up pump
4. T C p p T e T P efer to Figure 3 25 ull and hold manual elow the pump on side f right column efer to Figure 3 26 Engage ump release valve with otched end of pump handle urn valve 1 4 turn COUNTER LOCKWISE to begin lowering atform Hold valve open until atform settles at ground level urn handle CLOCKWISE to ose valve DO NOT OVER IGHTEN VALVE ace passenger on mobility id equipment on platform facing OUTWARD R efer to Figure 3 27 Grasp rollstop handle and raise outer rollstop to vertical position then drop it into locking slots T est rollstop to be certain it is locked in place P ump platform up to floor level B T b a oard passenger into vehicle he platform can be refolded ack into its step arrangement nd the release valve used to return step lift to its stowed p P Normal Step Lift Operation sec ti osition Refer to STOW latform paragraph in previous on for detailed instructions 32DSL101 B FIGURE 3 25 PULL MANUAL RELEASE CABLE FIGURE 3 26 OPEN RELEASE VALVE FIGURE 3 27 RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP IV MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance and safety inspections of the IC0M PSL 10 Step Elevator and Wheelchair Lift can provide optimum performance and reduce the need for repairs Refer to the PSL 10 Service Manual for
5. LIST OF FIGURES CONTROL STEP PLATFORM POSITIONS I LIILIIIIIIIVIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII STEP ELEVATOR COMPONENTS enne WHEELCHAIR LIFT COMPONENTS nennen CONTROL PENDANT LEFT HAND TOWER WITH EMERGENCY OVERRIDE SWITCH STOW LOCK RELEASE CABLE LOCATION utters MIDDLE SECTION RELEASE T HANDLE nnnm FRONT SECTION HANDLE AND ROLLSTOP HANDLE nnns MANUAL BACK UP PUMP DO NOT USE STEP LIFT WHEN VEHICLE IS ON SLOPED 6M0 VM 3 1 UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UP settee UNLATCH FRONT PLATFORM SECTION UNFOLD FRONT PLATFORM SECTION nnnm RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP uu usecase LOWER OUTER ROLLSTOP esee nnn LOWER OUTER ROLLSTOP eene RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP STORE OUTER ROLLSTOP RAISE STEP LIFT ABOUT 4 CLOSE RELEASE UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UP eere nnn nnn UNLATCH FRONT PLATFORM SECTION UNFOLD FRONT PLATFORM SECTION nnne RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP eee RELEASE STOW LOCK eese ener nnn OPEN RELEASE LOWER OUTER RAISE STEP LIFT ABOUT 4 CLOSE RELEASE UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UNLATCH
6. Outer Rollstop Rollstop can be locked in upright position RAISE PLATFORM TO FLOOR LEVEL Step Lift Operation Listen for abnormal noises as step lift operates i e grinding or bind ing noises Step Lift Travel Step lift rises fully to floor level Platform Level Lift stops at step level when Stow Lock is engaged LOWER PLATFORM TO GROUND LEVEL Step Lift Operation Listen for abnormal noises as lift operates i e grinding or binding noises Step Lift Travel Lift travels completely to ground level 32DSL101 B 4 1 continued Outer Rollstop Rollstop opens fully and locks in upright position Hydraulic Power Hydraulic fluid level in reservoir Unit STOW LIFT Outer Rollstop Rollstop pivots down flush against platform Platform Platform folds completely into step configuration Stow Lock Stow Lock securely engages lift at stow level END OF TABLE B STEP LIFT DECALS Refer to Figure 4 1 Check the condition of all decals for chipping peeling fading and il legibility Check at the intervals listed in Table 4 1 and replace decals as necessary The decals should be located and orientated as shown Part numbers for individual decals are given here with the exception of the serial number decal which can only be replaced by Ricon LOCATED UNDER
7. 2 3 4 Stop vehicle Turn the step lift main power switch ON if present Some vehicles may not be equipped with a separate power switch for the step lift Apply vehicle parking brake place transmission in neutral park and open door at step lift Caution people in vicinity that step lift is about to deploy Vehicle alert beeper will sound at this time if so equipped DEPLOY wheelchair lift from STOW position 1 Press and hold UP button step lift will stop at floor level CAUTION Recessed Handle may pinch fingertips when step is near end of its unfolding movement Refer to Figure 3 2 Grasp the re cessed handle located at left side of Step with palm UP and unfold middle platform section FIGURE 3 2 UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UP Refer to Figure 3 3 Unlatch front platform sec tion by pulling platform re lease T handle located at right side of platform to the left RIGHT 5 7 FIGURE 3 3 UNLATCH FRONT PLATFORM SECTION 32DSL101 B 4 LOWER occupied platform from FLOOR level for deboarding 1 Refer to Figure 3 4 Grasp front section handle located at left side of front platform section with left hand and begin to unfold When this section is vertical release left hand and grasp top edge with right hand Finish unfolding FIGURE 3 4 UNFOLD FRONT PLATFORM SECTION Refer to Figure 3 5 Grasp roll stop handle and rais
8. PLATFORM INSTRU Du LOCATED ON VEHICLE NEAR LIFT HC N D UNDER M FIGURE 4 1 DECAL LOCATIONS 4 2 32DSL101 B
9. FIGURE 2 10 MANUAL BACK UP PUMP 32DSL101 B II OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safe and efficient use of the RICON PSL 10 Step Elevator and Wheelchair Lift requires a thor ough understanding of its operation Please read and understand all operating instructions be fore using step lift A SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following safety precautions must be observed at all times e Refer to Figure 3 1 Itis dangerous to use the step lift when the vehicle is on sloped ground or a steeply crowned road Always attempt to park vehicle on a level or near level surface before using step lift FIGURE 3 1 DO NOT USE STEP LIFT WHEN VEHICLE IS ON SLOPED GROUND Vehicle must have the parking brake applied the transmission in neutral park and the doors open before using step lift Before deploying or stowing step lift check area around step lift for objects that could interfere with step lift operation Do not change step lift position unless operator can clearly see that it is safe to do so e Inspect step lift before loading passengers Do not use step lift if unsafe to do so or if unusual noises or movements are present Keep others clear while operating step lift Persons using mobility equipment e g wheelchairs scooters etc must enter or exit vehicle slowly and carefully and must always face OUTWARD e Wheelchair and scooter brakes are less effective when the platform is wet or the mo bility equipment wheels ar
10. FRONT PLATFORM SECTION UNFOLD FRONT PLATFORM SECTION RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIXIII 9911 PULL MANUAL RELEASE CABLE eene OPEN RELEASE RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP LIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIXIIIX IM 99 DECAL LOCATIONS eene rennen nnn annn nn nn nnan 4 2 32DSL101 B LIST OF TABLES Table Page 2 1 STEP LIFT M V MCII0M5 LIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 2 1 22 STEP LIFT COMPONENTS eene nennen nennen 2 4 4 1 DAILY SAFETY CHECK nennen re 4 1 32DSL101 B Vi This page intentionally left blank 32DSL101 B I INTRODUCTION his manual provides operating instructions for the Ricon PSL 10 Personal Step Elevator and Wheelchair Lift as installed in transit vehicles The step lift is semi automatic and is operated by a trained attendant It does not block the vehicle doorway when stowed thus allowing normal boarding and deboarding at this point Step lift capacity is 600105 272kg The vehicle interlock conditions must be met and the vehicle doors must be open prior to deploying the step lift The platform is then manually unfolded to accommodate a wheelchair passenger or left folded in its step configuration to accommodate a standing passenger The step lift lifts the passenger from the gro
11. complete maintenance and troubleshooting instructions N CAUTION conditions This Ricon product is highly specialized Maintenance must be performed by a Ricon au thorized service technician using Ricon replacement parts Modification or improper main tenance of this product will void the warranty and may result in unsafe step lift operating A DAILY SAFETY CHECK Daily Safety inspections should be performed according to Table 4 1 Maintenance should be performed more frequently under conditions of heavy use in excess of 20 cycles per day TABLE 4 1 DAILY SAFETY CHECK SERVICE POINT CHECK STEP LIFT STOWED Control Pendant Control pendant for damage and cable connectors for tightness Hydraulic Power Unit Vehicle Interlock System 1 Visible hydraulic fluid leakage 2 Backup pump manual release valve is closed lightly seated N CAUTION One person must be in driver seat to maintain vehicle control during following check One operator sets parking brake depresses vehicle brake pedal turns on ignition and places transmission in gear The second operator opens vehicle side door s and verifies that lift DOES NOT operate Handrails Handrail mounting bolts are tight PLATFORM DEPLOYED Platform Platform unfolds smoothly no grinding noise or binding and all joints are secure Decals Decals are securely attached clearly visible and legible
12. 3 9 Store outer rollstop by lifting and folding it rearward from either its vertical or open position FIGURE 3 9 STORE OUTER ROLLSTOP N CAUTION Keep fingertips away from folding platform sections 3 Refer to Figures 3 3 and 3 4 Grasp front edge of outer platform section and lift to vertical position Shift grasp to front section handle protruding through left side of section and finish folding section rearward Observe that platform sec tion release T handle located at right side of platform has securely engaged hole in right side barrier 4 Carefully fold remaining platform section 5 Press and hold DOWN button step lift will stop at STOW position 32DSL101 B 3 MANUAL OPERATION The step lift can be operated manually if normal lift power is not present This procedure describes manual operation of the step lift in its platform configuration Omit steps that describe unfolding of platform sections when using step lift in its step configuration a Prepare Vehicle Be certain vehicle is on a level area and away from traffic Provide adequate space for safe lift operation and passenger boarding If vehicle has broken down and the parking situation is unsafe then operator must summon emergency assistance to move vehicle before operating lift e Check for obstacles that may be in path of step lift as it deploys Open door s completely Caution people in vicinity that step lift will deploy vehicle beep
13. CE TECHNICIAN FOR REPAIR DO NOT EXCEED STEP LIFT LOAD CAPACITY OF 600 POUNDS 272 KILOGRAMS THE STEP LIFT IS DESIGNED FOR USE BY PEOPLE WHO CANNOT CLIMB STEPS OR WHO MUST USE MOBILITY AID EQUIPMENT I E WHEELCHAIRS amp WALKERS RICON CORPORATION DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJ URY RE SULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION MODIFICATION TO THE STEP LIFT OR OTHER COMPONENTS LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR NEGLIGENCE ABUSE OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Becertain that vehicle is safely parked on near level ground and is away from traffic be fore operating the step lift Provide space for step lift operation and the entering and ex iting of passengers Be certain that the touch down area for the step lift is unobstructed e step lift will deploy only when the transmission is in neutral park and the door adja cent to the step lift is open Observe the Safety Precautions section at the beginning of this chapter Use of the vehicles transmission will be restored when the step lift is fully stowed and the door closed Refer to Figures 2 3 and 2 4 in Chapter 2 for the locations of the handles latches etc used to operate the step lift 2 32DSL101 B 1 NORMAL STEP OPERATION Prepare Vehicle 1 Stop vehicle 2 the step lift main power switch ON if present Some vehicles may not be equipped with a separate power switch for the step lift 3 Apply the vehicl
14. NUAL BACK UP SYSTEM TO ENTER OR EXIT VEHICLE Refer to Figure 3 19 Locate manual back up pump on right side of right column Insert pump handle into socket on manual pump and pump until step lift is about four inches above stow level If step lift does not rise refer to Figure 3 20 and be certain release valve is closed Refer to Figure 3 21 Grasp the recessed handle located at left side of step with palm UP and unfold middle platform section FIGURE 3 21 UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UP 32DSL101 B 3 Refer to Figure 3 22 Unlatch front platform section by pulling platform release T handle 10 cated at right side of platform to the left RIGHT BARRIER FIGURE 3 22 UNLATCH FRONT PLATFORM SECTION Refer to Figure 3 23 Grasp hoop handle located at left side of front platform section with left hand and begin to un fold front section When it is vertical release left hand and grasp top edge with right hand Finish unfolding FIGURE 3 23 UNFOLD FRONT PLATFORM SECTION Refer to Figure 3 24 Grasp rollstop handle and raise outer rollstop to vertical position then drop it into locking slots Test rollstop to be certain it is locked in place FIGURE 3 24 RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP 32DSL101 B 3 11 12 10 11 12 R P release cable located b 0 R
15. RM SECTION 5 Refer to Figure 3 15 Grasp rollstop handle and raise outer rollstop to verti cal position then drop it into locking Slots Test rollstop to be certain it is locked in place 6 Resume pumping until platform is at floor level 7 Place passenger on mobility aid equipment on platform facing OUT WARD FIGURE 3 15 RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP 32DSL101 B 10 11 12 Refer to Figure 3 16 Pull and hold the manual release cable located below the pump on the side of right column Refer to Figure 3 17 Engage pump release valve with notched end of pump handle Turn valve 1 4 turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE to begin lowering platform Hold valve open until platform settles at ground level Turn handle CLOCKWISE to close valve DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN VALVE FIGURE 3 17 OPEN RELEASE VALVE Refer to Figure 3 18 Grasp rollstop handle and lift outer roll stop out of locking slots about an inch Lower to ground Deboard passenger The platform can be refolded back into its step arrangement and the manual pump used to re turn step lift to its stowed posi tion Refer to STOW Platform paragraph in previous Normal Step Lift Operation section for details FIGURE 3 18 LOWER OUTER ROLLSTOP 32DSL101 B 3 9 Board Passengers 1 WARNING FOLLOW SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT BEGINNING OF THIS CHAPTER WHEN USING MA
16. aised about four inches above the stow position to allow release of the stow lock EMERGENCY OVERRIDE SWITCH Refer to Figure 2 6 There are three interlock Switches two sets of contacts and a connector in the platform All of these switches and contacts must be working properly to enable operation of the platform If one of these components fails the platform can be re enabled with the override Switch This red switch is mounted on the left side of the left hand column Press and hold the override switch while using the pendant MANUAL STOW LOCK RELEASE CABLE Refer to Figure 2 7 The stow lock secures the step platform in the stow position The cable is used to manually releases the step platform and allow itto be lowered when normal power is not available to the step lift The cable is connected to a latch mechanism near the base of the right hand column The step must be raised about four inches above the stow position to allow re lease of the latch 32DSL101 B FIGURE 2 7 STOW LOCK RELEASE 2 5 4 MIDDLE PLATFORM SECTION RELEASE HANDLE Refer to Figure 2 8 This T handle is lo cated at the right side of the platform and secures the front platform section to the middle section Itis accessible after the middle section is unfolded from its step configuration The T handle is spring loaded to the lock position and is disen
17. ange the design of this Ricon product without written authorization 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 consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 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 trans ferable The warranty gives specific legal rights There may be other rights that vary in each state 1 2 32DSL101 B SHIPMENT INFORMATION Check the received product for freight damage Claims for damage should be made to the freight carrier immediately Be sure the installation kit contains all items listed on the included bill of material Please report any missing items immediately to the Ricon Product Support Department The war ranty and owner s registration cards must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20 days for the warranty to be valid D GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following safety precautions must be adhered to during installation operation service and maintenance Under no circumstances are installation maintenance repairs or adjustm
18. arts covered and labor allowed If You Need to Return a Product Retum this product to Ricon Corporation 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 e Labor or service charges except as noted above e Malfunction or damage to product parts caused by accident misuse lack of proper maintenance neglect improper adjustment modification alteration the mechanical condition of the 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 an authorized Ricon service technician at least once every six months or sooner if necessary Any required maintenance should be performed at that time THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO EXACT SPECIFICATIONS ANY MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT CAN BE DANGEROUS This Warranty is Void If e product has been installed or maintained by someone other than an authorized Ricon ser vice technician 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 operation of a Ricon product that has been modified from the original Ricon design No person or company is authorized to ch
19. e 2 2 for illustrations of the step lift in its stowed floor level and ground level posi tions FIGURE 2 1 CONTROL PENDANT TABLE 2 1 STEP LIFT FUNCTIONS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 4 Raises step platform from either stow level or ground level Releas o gt UP ing switch during upward motion halts movement DOWN Lowers step platform from either stow level or floor level Releas al ing switch during downward motion halts movement Releases the stow lock that secures the lift in the stow position The step lift must be raised about four inches above the stow posi tion to allow release of the stow lock PLATFORM AT FLOOR LEVEL FIGURE 2 2 STEP PLATFORM POSITIONS 32DSL101 B B MAJOR STEP LIFT COMPONENTS Major components referred to throughout this manual are illustrated in Figures 2 3 and 2 4 and defined in Table 2 2 FIGURE 2 3 STEP ELEVATOR COMPONENTS 2 2 32DSL101 B A n ESA NE 32051101 AGURE 2 4 WHEELCHAIR LIFT COMPONENTS TABLE 2 2 STEP LIFT COMPONENTS wwe DESCRIPTION 1 Step Small non skid surface that supports a standing passenger fo
20. e outer roll stop to vertical position Drop it into locking slots and then test rollstop to be certain it is locked in place FIGURE 3 5 RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP Test the outer rollstop to be certain it is locked in the RAISED position Place passenger on mobil ity aid equipment on plat form facing OUTWARD Release stow lock by press ing and holding the UNLOCK button Press and hold DOWN button while holding UNLOCK but ton platform will stop at ground level Refer to Figure 3 6 Grasp rollstop handle and lift outer rollstop out of locking slots FIGURE 3 6 LOWER OUTER ROLLSTOP about an inch Lower to ground Deboard passenger 32DSL101 B 3 5 RAISE occupied platform from GROUND level for boarding 1 Refer to Figure 3 7 Grasp rollstop handle and lift outer rollstop out of locking slots about an inch Lower to ground 2 Place passenger on mobility aid equipment on platform facing OUTWARD 3 Refer to Figure 3 8 Grasp rollstop handle and raise outer rollstop to vertical position then drop it into locking slots Test rollstop to be certain it is locked in place 4 Press and hold UP button step lift will stop at floor level 5 Board passenger into vehicle STOW Platform From FLOOR level or GROUND level 1 Press and hold UP button until plat form is at floor level if it is not al ready there FIGURE 3 8 RAISE OUTER ROLLSTOP 2 Referto Figure
21. e parking brake place transmission neutral park and open door at step lift 4 Caution people in vicinity that step lift is about to deploy Vehicle beeper alert will sound at this time if so equipped RAISE Step Lift to floor level 1 Press and hold UP button on control pendant step lift will stop at floor level LOWER Step Lift to ground level 1 Press and hold UP button until step is 4 5 inches above stow level 2 Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the control pendant 3 Press and hold DOWN button while holding UNLOCK button step will stop at ground level ENTER vehicle from GROUND level 1 Passenger must stand on step facing INWARD and hold handrails 2 Press and hold UP button step lift will stop at floor level N CAUTION Headroom will DECREASE as step lift approaches interior floor level 3 Passenger enters vehicle EXIT vehicle from floor level 1 Passenger must stand on step facing OUTWARD and hold handrails 2 Press and hold UNLOCK button 3 Press and hold DOWN button while holding UNLOCK button step will stop at ground level 4 Passenger deboards STOW step 1 From FLOOR level 2 Press and hold DOWN button step lift will stop at STOW level 3 From GROUND level Press and hold UP button step lift will stop at floor level Press and hold DOWN button step lift will stop at STOW level 3205L101 8 3 3 2 NORMAL WHEELCHAIR OPERATION Prepare Vehicle 1
22. e wet Be cautious in wet conditions e The step lift is designed for one user at a time Do not overload step lift Be certain mobility aid equipment fits safely on platform before entering or exiting vehicle Never leave step lift outside of vehicle return step lift to its stowed position after use Do not allow children or others to play on step lift as this may be dangerous Close supervision is necessary if step lift is used near children Do not allow arms or legs in or near any moving parts of step lift 32DSL101 B 3 1 DAILY SAFETY CHECK Inspect the step lift each day preferably just prior to use and be certain that the following conditions are met All functions operate properly DO NOT use if irregular noises or movements exist contact an authorized Ricon service technician for repair objects are present that may interfere with step lift operation General appearance and lubrication are satisfactory All fasteners are tight C STEP LIFT OPERATION N WARNING IMPROPER USE OF THE STEP LIFT CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJ URY OPERATORS MUST READ AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COPIES OF THIS MANUAL ARE AVAILABLE FROM RICON CORPORATION 7900 NELSON ROAD PANORAMA CITY CA 91402 800 322 2884 OR 818 267 3000 PRIOR TO USE INSPECT STEP LIFT COMPONENTS FOR PROPER FUNCTION RE QUIRED MAINTENANCE OR DAMAGE DO NOT USE IF A PROBLEM EXISTS AND SEEK AN AUTHORIZED RICON SERVI
23. ents to be at tempted without the presence of a person capable of rendering aid An injury no matter how slight should always be attended to Always administer first aid or seek medical attention immediately Protective eye shields and appropriate clothing should be worn at all times To avoid injury always exercise caution when operating step lift and be certain that hands feet legs and clothing are not in the path of the step platform as it moves Be cautious when using metallic conductive tools near heavy current power supplies Check under vehicle before drilling or cutting to avoid damage to the frame subframe members wiring hydraulic lines etc Read and thoroughly understand operating instructions before attempting to operate step lift Inspect product before each use If an unsafe condition exists or there are unusual noises or movements do not use it until the problem is corrected Keep others clear during step lift operation The product requires regular maintenance A thorough inspection is recommended at least once every six months The product should always be maintained at its highest level of performance 32DSL101 B 1 3 This page intentionally left blank 32DSL101 B I DESCRIPTION A STEP LIFT FUNCTIONS AND POSITIONS Refer to Table 2 1 for descriptions of step lift functions Refer to Figure 2 1 These functions are controlled with two rocker Switches on the control pendant Refer to Figur
24. er alert may sound at this time if so equipped FOLLOW SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT BEGINNING OF THIS CHAPTER WHEN USING MANUAL BACK UP SYSTEM TO ENTER OR EXIT VEHICLE b Deboard Passengers 1 Refer to Figure 3 10 Locate manual back up pump on right side of right column Insert pump handle into socket on manual pump and pump until Step lift is about four inches above stow level If step lift does not rise refer to Figure 3 11 and check that release valve is closed FIGURE 3 10 RAISE STEP LIFT FIGURE 3 11 CLOSE RELEASE VALVE ABOUT 4 32DSL101 B 3 7 N CAUTION Recessed handle may pinch fingertips when step nears end of unfolding movement 2 Refer to Figure 3 12 Grasp the recessed handle located at left side of step with palm UP and unfold middle platform sec tion FIGURE 3 12 UNFOLD STEP WITH PALM UP 99 Refer to Figure 3 13 Unlatch front platform section by pulling platform re lease T handle located at right side of platform to the left FIGURE 3 13 UNLATCH FRONT PLATFORM SECTION 4 Referto Figure 3 14 Grasp front sec tion handle located at left side of front platform section with left hand and begin to unfold front section When it is vertical release left hand and grasp top edge with right hand Finish un folding FIGURE 3 14 UNFOLD FRONT PLATFO
25. lds into a platform Handrails Provide a brace for standing passengers 3 Stow lock Manual Cable used to manually unlock platform from its stowed position Release Cable Emergency Over Push button switch used to enable pendant switch when platform ride Switch interlock switch is inoperative bypasses platform interlock switches Recessed Handle Provides a handgrip for unfolding and refolding platform sections Hydraulic Pump Electro hydraulic power source that raises and lowers step lift Assembly 7 Manual Pump Socket on hydraulic pump assembly that manual pump handle is Handle Socket inserted into used for manual lift operation Manual Pump User accessible valve in hydraulic pump that is opened to lower Release Valve step lift used for manual lift operation Platform Large non skid surface that supports a wheelchair can be folded into a step 10 Rear Platform Folding section of platform that is adjacent to inner rollstop Section Middle Platform Center section of folding platform Section 12 Front Platform Folding section of platform that is adjacent to outer rollstop outer Section rollstop is attached to its front edge 13 Outer Rollstop Vertical barrier that helps to confine a wheelchair to platform can be pivoted down for entry and exit 14 Inner Rollstop Fixed vertical barrier that confines wheelchair to platform when platform is between floor level and ground 15 Side Barrier Fixed barriers on
26. left and right side of platform that help confine a wheelchair to platform 16 Platform Section T handle locks front platform section to middle section pulling it Release Handle allows front section to be unfolded 17 Front Section Provides a handgrip for unfolding front platform section Handle 18 Rollstop Handle Provides a handgrip for outer rollstop Used to lift rollstop out of its locking slots before moving it to open or stowed positions 19 Vehicle Floor Interior floor area adjacent to fully raised step lift 20 Control Pendant Controls raising and lowering of step lift 2 4 32DSL101 B C 1 CONTROLS CONTROL PENDANT Refer to Figure 2 5 The step lift is raised and lowered with two rocker switches mounted in a small box or pendant The pendant is hard wired to the step lift with a cable The pendant is usu ally stowed near the step lift on a clip mounted to a vehicle interior wall A lift function is initiated by pushing the end of the appropriate switch Push and hold the end labeled UP to raise the step platform releasing the rocker switch will immedi ately halt movement Push and hold the end la beled DOWN to lower the step platform releasing the rocker switch will immediately halt movement Push and hold the end of the switch with the unlock symbol to release the stow lock lock se cures lift in stow position FIGURE 2 5 CONTROL PENDANT NOTE The step lift must be r
27. und to the vehicle floor or low ers the passenger from floor to ground Lifting power is provided by an electro hydraulic pump After use the plat form is refolded and then returned to its stowed position The step lift has a manual backup pump that is used if nor mal power is lost It is important to user safety that these operating instructions be read and understood by the Step lift operator It is also important that the Ricon recommendations for cleaning inspecting and lubricating the step lift be followed A RICON PRODUCT SUPPORT If there are questions about this manual or you need copies please contact the Ricon Product Support Department at the following location Ricon Corporation 7900 Nelson Road Panorama City CA 91402 Telephone 818 267 3000 800 322 2884 World Wide Website www riconcorp com 32DSL101 B 1 1 STEP LIFT WARRANTY RICON CORPORATION ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ricon Corporation Ricon warrants to the original purchaser of this product that Ricon will repair or replace at its option any parts that fail because of defective material or workmanship as follows Repair or replace parts for a period of one year starting 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 one year from the date put into service A Ricon rate schedule determines p
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