Braun NL Series Mobility Aid User Manual
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1. Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST Know That A iras maed and AWARNING ACAUTION supplements if included is pro vided for your safety Familiarity This symbol indicates This symbol indicates with proper operation instructions important safety important information as well as proper maintenance information regarding regarding how to procedures are necessary to en a potentially hazard avoid a hazardous sure safe troublefree operation ous situation that situation that could Safety precautions are provided could result in serious result in minor per to identify potentially hazardous bodily injury and or sonal injury or prop situations and provide instruction property damage erty damage on how to avoid them D Note Additional information provided to help clarify or detail a specific subject These symbols will appear throughout this manual as well as on the labels posted on your lift Recognize the seriousness of this information Page 9 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Safety Precautions AWARNING If the lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING2. 1 Lift operation shall be prevented unless the vehicle is stopped and vehicle movement is prevented 1 The platform will not fold stow if occupied 1 The inner roll stop will not raise if occupied 1 The outer barrier will not raise if occupied 1 Verify platform lighting when lift is deployed and pendant illumination when it is powered 1 An audio warning and visual warning for public lifts will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is at least one inch below floor level Page 32 C Lowering the plat form beyond the in ner roll stop locking position is allowed only when the inner roll stop is locked in position Lift platform move ment shall be interrupted unless the outer barrier is raised and the outer barrier latch is positevely engaged AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property Public use vehicle manufacturers responsible for complying with the lift lighting requirements in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 404 Platform Lift Installations in Motor Vehicles 49 CFR 571 404 Manual Operating Instructions If you experience power or all steps that differ from stan equipment failure refer to the dard lift operation procedures Manual Operating Instructions The Manual Instructions decal to opera
3. 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 IM on Ralph W Braun Chief Executive Officer Contents Warranty Registration Instructions 2 8 Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration 4 COM E TETTE 5 Begg Em 5 Lift Components eeeeseessteeeeeeeesesseeeeeesssesaees 6 7 Vehicle and Lift Interlocks T Lift Actions and Functions seeeeeeeeee 8 Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols 9 Lift Operation Safety Precautions 10 13 Operation Notes and Details Introduction Lift Access Doors and Interlocks 14 General Safety ion totes totes 15 Control Switches eeeessseeeeeenneenenee 15 Lift Features Lift Nite Latches M cse nct 16 17 Inner Roll Stop trot heben nes 18 19 Outer Barrier sseni 19 20 Outer Barrier Latch 20 21 Outer Barrier and Latch Operation 21 Bridging sssi rtt ertet 21 euo oo heo Fn R eoe reus 21 Lift Passengers Passenger Orientation Boarding Direction 22 Pm 22 Yellow Boundaries
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5. until platform reaches floor level see Photo E To Fold Platform In Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform stops folds fully See Photo E Note Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump Store pump handle and install pump cover as outlined on page 37 Stroking Hand Pump Manual Operating Instructions To Store Pump Handle To Install Pump Cover 1 Insert bottom of handle behind 1 Position cover over module 3 Insert wing stud and rotate 1 4 bottom clip See page 33 back cover and red warning turn to lock cover See Photo 2 Rotate top clip to secure lock light See Photo F H handle 2 Align outside cover lip with bottom cover offset and insert outside cover See Photo G Position cover over red light Align and insert bottom of cover Page 37 Decals and Antiskid A WARNING Replace missing worn or illegible decals Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property ELETA Note Clean surfaces as detailed on page 40 before posting decals 25675 Lift installation and servicing prohibited by anyone who has not been certified by The Braun Corporation Sales and Service School Certified service technicians should call 1 800 THE LIFT to receive applicable installation service man
6. 22 23 Vehicle Floor Level Loading and Unloadirig 23 24 Wheelchair Equipped Occupant Seat Belts 25 Operation Procedure Review 25 26 Preventive Maintenance 26 Lift Operating Instructions 27 31 NHTSA Operations Checklist 32 Manual Operating Instructions 33 37 Decals and Antiskid 38 40 Maintenance and Lubrication 41 49 Page 1 Immediately upon receiving your lift examine the unit for any dam age Notify the carrier at once with any claims Two warranty registration cards Warranty and Registration Instructions shown below are located in the pump cover owner s manual storage pouch The sales repre sentative must process one of the cards The consumer must fill out Series No Model No Serial No Pump Code 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 war ranty Two Braun Serial No Series No identification tags are posted on the lift One 1 0 tag shown below is posted on the opposite pump side Cylinder Code OWNER WARRAI TY REGI TRATION NL9171B 04 02730 56 14CG PURCHASED OW
7. Adjustable Quiet Ride Stow Blocks 2 Warning Platform Lights Tm Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm gt Vertical A Hand Held D ertical Arm Covers 4 Pendant S Handrails 2 Control Pump Module Lift Terminology Base Illustration Plate Bottom Parallel Inner Roll Stop Arms 2 Rotating Pivot Inboard Right Slide Arms 2 Platform Pivot Arms 2 A Left Outboard Pump Side Vertical Arm Outer Barrier Cylinder f not visible underside of platform Platform Side Plates 2 FUN Outer Barrier Outer Barrier Latch Automatic Outboard Roll Stop Page 4 Introduction Braun NL Millennium Series lifts are ADA compliant and comply fully with National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis tration NHTSA specifications The NL is commercial oriented intended for operation by an attendant Lift models vary per size lift model numbers indicate lift dimensions NL Series lift models can be equipped with left or right side pump modules as needed A left side pump equipped lift model is depicted in the Lift Terminology Illustra tion NL9171B Right side pump lift models are a mirrored image of rear pump models Lift Terminology pump module located on op posite end of base plate Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for identification of lift components Lift operation procedures are identical for all NL Series lift models The operating instructions contained in this manual and app
8. Light Grease to Lift Tite latch tower pivot point if replacing latch Correct or replace defective parts Correct or replace defective parts and or relubri cate See Lubrication Diagram Correct as needed Correct as needed Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Platform pivot pin bearings 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Platform fold axles 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Inner roll stop lever bearings 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Inner roll stop lever slot 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Rotating pivot slide arm pivot pins 2 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Parallel arm pivot bearings 16 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Handrail pivot pin bearings 4 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Hydraulic cylinder bushings 8 Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Inspect Lift Tite latch rollers for wear or damage Correct replace defective parts and or relubri positive securement and proper operation 2 cate Inspect inner roll stop for Resecure replace or correct as needed See Wear or damage Platform Angle Instructions and Microswitch Proper operation Roll stop should just rest on Adjustment Instructions top surface of the base plate Positive securement both ends continued Page 45 continued Page 46 Maintenance and Lubr
9. NER NAME DATE RSTALLED ADDRESS cny TELEPHONE STATE ziP VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION Page 2 Sample Warranty Registration Card Serial No Series No Identification Tag vertical arm A second I D tag is located on the opposite pump side tower Both I D tags provide the product identification information ap pearing on the Warranty Registration card Record the information in the space provided on the next page This information must be provid ed when filing a warranty claim or ordering parts The Braun Corporation 1 800 THE LIFT BRAUNLIFT COM DOT Public Use Lift MODEL NL917IB Max Lifting Capacity 800 Ibs SERIAL NUMBER 04 02730 PUMP CODE CYLINDER 56 14CG MFG DATE 5 8 06 C 5 72 245 95 54 0110 00 Sample PENDING 5 261 779 6 065 924 6 238 169 6 46 Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No Pump Code Note This information must be provided when filing Series No Cylinder Code warranty claim or ordering parts Keep for future use Serial No Date of Manufacture Page 3 Visual Lift Tite Latches 2 Top Parallel Arms 2 Threshold 2 J Waming owers 2 Main Cylinders 2 L 3f y Audible Unfold Assist Compression Springs 2 Threshold
10. NING Replace missing or worn antiskid Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 40 Size Color Part No 2 x 12 Black 24172 BK 2x12 Yellow 24172 YL 3 x 8 Black 31188 BK 3 x 12 Black 24173 BK 3 x 12 Yellow 24173 YL 6 x 12 Black 24174 BK 6 x 12 Yellow 24174 YL Inspect your lift for any miss ing or worn antiskid Order as needed Note Clean surfaces with isopropyl alco hol before decal or antiskid application Use a clean cloth or paper towels Do not use oily shop rags Wipe surface free of residue with dry portion of cleaning cloth Maintenance and Lubrication Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure safe troublefree operation Inspecting the lift for any wear damage or other abnormal conditions should be a part of all transit agencies s daily service program Simple inspections can detect potential problems The maintenance and lubrication procedures specified in the following schedule must be per formed by a Braun authorized service represen tative at the scheduled intervals according to the number of cycles NL Series lifts are equipped with hardened pins and self lubricating bushings to decrease wear provide smooth operation and extend the ser vice life of the lift LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is recommended where Light Oil is called out Use of im proper lubricants can attract dirt or oth
11. OSE bution is pressed Flashing 82 Single function OPEN UNFOLD DOWN button is pressed Flashing 87 CLOSE button is pressed Flashing 88 OPEN button is prossad Flashing 89 Door full open switch is activated or jumper is installed on control board soo 31132 25580 BRALIN MILLENN IL M SERIES 32845 Rotate to floor before operating lift 30787 27154 PLATFORM FOLD RELIEF VALVE Platform Fold Relief Valve See service manual tor adjustment procedure Improper handling and or servicing procedures may result in electrostatic discharge ESD ESD may result in electronic module damage Improper hydraulic pressure switch adjustment may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT Adjust switch as specified in installation service manual Page 39 Decals and Antiskid Decals 22249 Contact The Braun Corporation before adjusting hydraulic pressure relief valve Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage 29051 MANUAL 1 Wide Yellow Boundary Tape 18229 OPERATION 30236R EEEEEEEEEY MADE IN Turn wing Lock 1 4 turn for h m access order by the inch as needed Quality inspected ss MM Available Antiskid AWAR
12. Operating Instructions Remove pump cover to access To Unfold Platform Out Down To Lower hand pump and pump handle as outlined on page 33 Refer to release valve photos and illustra Using hand pump handle Photo B Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve tion on page 34 1 Close hand pump valve place and turn counterclockwise open slotted end of pump handle onto 1 2 turn only until the platform backup pump release valve and reaches ground level and roll stop turn clockwise unfolds 2 Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully stops Close Up Stop 3 Open hand pump valve turn counterclockwise until platform reaches floor level Open 1 2 turn only 4 Close hand pump valve turn Strokin clockwise Hand Pump Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten 35 Manual Operating Instructions Remove pump cover to access hand pump and pump handle as outlined on page 33 Refer to release valve photos and illustra tion on page 34 Close Up Stop Page 36 Up To Raise Using hand pump handle 1 Place slotted end of pump han dle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise to close securely See Photo D Note Valve must be tight but do not overtighten 2 Insert handle into backup pump and stroke
13. Operator s Manual for NEL Series Public Use Wheelchair Lifts DOT Public Use Lift DOT Public Use Lift verifies that this platform lift meets the public use lift requirements of FMVSS No 403 This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift but must be installed on buses school buses and multi purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle weight rating GVWR that exceeds 4 536 kg 10 000 Ib 472 EAE THE BRAUN Read manual DA CORPORATION did Providing Access to the World zz J enuew s 103819d 9 Operator s Manual uU International Corporate Hdqrs Box 310 Winamac IN 46996 USA 50 result in 5 1 800 THE LIFT _ 574 946 6153 574 946 4670 serious bodily injury and or property damage Keep manual in u lift storage pouch g m Puisnizm 461 74 Pius s40 5 U2 Patani 379 055 724 30651 Rev B Parani 40 235 193 aise October 2006 Patari 230 501 Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase With you in mind our skilled craftsmen have designed and assembled the finest lift available This manual includes safety precautions lift operating instructions man ual operating instructions and instructions for maintenance and lubrication procedures
14. WN 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 C DOWN Outer Barrier Unfold Deploy When the platform reaches the fully low Page 8 Lift Terminology ered ground position and the DOWN switch is continued to be pressed the outer barrier rotates downward from vertical position to ramp position STOW D F D UP Outer Barrier Fold Raise When the lift is fully lowered and the outer barrier is in the ramp position pressing the UP switch first rotates the outer barrier upward from ramp position to vertical position E 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 F FOLD In Platform Fold Fold is the action of the platform rotating up and in from the floor level horizontal position to fully stowed vertical position when the FOLD switch is pressed Stowed Position The lift is stowed when the lift platform has been fully raised and folded fully vertical position Floor Level Floor level is the position height the platform as sembly reaches in order for the wheelchair passenger to enter and exit the vehicle fully raised The platform automatically stops at floor level when unfolding from the stowed position and when raising from ground level Lift Operation Safety
15. abnormal condition Read manual and supplement s before operating lift Read and become familiar with all safety precautions operation notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions before operating the lift Note Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel drivers and wheelchair lift attendants must read and become familiar with the contents of this manual and supplement s before operation Load and unload on level surface only Engage vehicle parking brake before 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 10 AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING A WARNING AWARNING Lift Operation Safety Whenever a wheelchair passenger or standee is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up vertical Outer barrier latch must be fully engaged Passenger should grip both handrails if able Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic Do not overload or abuse The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering func tions continuous lifting capacity is 800 Ibs Discontin
16. assenger or standee on and off the lift platform and to properly activate all lift functions Operation Notes and Details General Safety The lift operator attendant and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates and clear of all moving parts Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants passengers keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts Control Switches UFT POWER ON Lift Power ON OFF Switch This switch must be in the ON position in order to activate the lift The green Power Indicator Light mounted on top of the pump module illuminates to signal power to the lift Hand held Pendant Control The hand held attendant s pendant control is equipped with two rocker switches UNFOLD FOLD DOWN and UP The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions DOWN UNFOLD 32526 OQA e Hand held Pendant Simply press the switch labeled for the intended function Page 15 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features Become familiar with all lift for identification of specific lift information is not understood features and the proper opera components if not clearly depict tion of the lift components before ed this section Contact The Lift Tite Latches NL Series attempting lift operation Referto Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE lifts are equipped with Lift Tite the L
17. chni cian who will inspect your lift AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage 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 chair equipped seat belt torso restraint 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 restraints It is the responsibil ity of the wheelchair passenger to have his or her wheelchair equipped with an occupant restraint seat belt under the direction of their health care professional Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and or procedures required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers Operation Notes and Details Operation Procedure Review The Braun Corporation rec ommends that transit agency supervisors and wheelchair lift attendants review the safety precautions and operation procedur
18. ded Tighten or replace if needed Replace defective parts and resecure as needed Apply Light Grease during reassembly proce dures Replace if needed Tighten replace or correct as needed Apply Door Ease or replace if needed See Lubri cation Diagram Resecure or replace if needed Resecure repair or replace if needed Consecutive 750 Cycle Intervals Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Mounting Decals and Antiskid Repeat all previously listed inspection lubrica tion and maintenance procedures at 750 cycle intervals Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the vehicle and there are no loose bolts broken welds or stress fractures Replace decals if worn missing or illegible Re place antiskid if worn or missing See Decals and Antiskid section on pages 38 40 Page 49 Providing Access to the World D Over 300 Braun dA Dealers Worldwide EX SC 2 Millennium Series Lift Braun Worry Free Five Year Limited Warranty The Braun Corporation of Winamac Indiana warrants its wheelchair lift against defects in material and workmanship for up to five years providing the lift is installed operated and maintained properly and in conformity with this manual This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and does not cover defects in the motor vehicle on which it is installed or defects in the lift caused by a defect in any part
19. e not uly opened only applicable when door operators are installed 21 The doors are opening only applicable when door operators installed 22 The doors are closing only applicable when door operators are installed 28 Ilegal tunctior not defined 29 Interlock fault not recognized or has oon cleared but a motion button i stil pressed 30 Platform location unknown 31 Platform location transition state attempting to locato postion 35 Two or more motion buttons aro being pressed 36 The retention belt cannot be buckled while trying to fold or unfold 357 Motion button being pressed is not a valid motion 50 Outer barrier is not up above inboard barrier locked position 1 Threshold is occupied when platform is 4 or more below floor level 52 Inner rollstop is not up and locked below Inner rolstop locked position 5 Inner rolstop occupied sensor is not activated between floor and inner rolstop up position 54 Outer barrier is occupied betore it is up 55 Outer barrier not latched when above the inner rolitop locked position Milennium only 6 Outer barrier is not up and latched and bridge switch did not deactivate 57 Outer barrier is not up and latched and ground detect switch did not deactivate Century and Vista 58 Outer barrier is not up and latched and the Platform is 3 above the ground 58 Outer barier is hot up after pausing platform travel 0 The
20. earing on lift posted operating instructions decals address the lift control Switches and the correspond ing lift functions Instruc tions are provided for manual operation of the lift in event of power or equipment failure Terminology Become famil iar with the terminology that will be used throughout this man ual Become familiar with the identification of lift components and their functions Contact your lift sales representative or call The Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT if any of this information is not fully under stood Direction The terms left right inboard and out board will be used throughout this manual to indicate direc tion as viewed from outside the vehicle looking directly at the lift Refer to the Lift Termi nology Illustrations for clarifica tion of direction terms Page 5 Lift Components Refer to the Lift Terminology ll lustration on page 4 Pump Module The lift mounted pump module consists of the hy draulic pump the manual hand pump the electronic control board and electrical components that power the lift electric hy draulic systems Hand held Pendant Control The hand held attendant s pendant control is connected to the pump module The hand held pendant is equipped with two rocker switches UNFOLD FOLD DOWN and UP The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions Page 6 Lift Terminology Lift Frame The lift frame con sists
21. eelchair brakes 2 Press DOWN switch until reaches TO LOAD PASSENGER 1 Lond passenger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes 2 Press UP switch to fold outer barrier up and raise platform to floor level 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes unload passenger from FOLD PLATFORM Press FOLD switch until platform stops Release switch CLOSE DOOR S DOT Public Use Lift Decals Antiskid Decals 32410 LCD Lift Codes Listed below are codes that the t controller outputs during lit operation The codes will be displayed on an LCD screen located on the it control board inside the pump module Nor Flashing Numbers 01 Platform stowed 02 Platform unfolding Platform unfolding paused 04 Platform at foor level 05 Platform beginning to lower 06 Platform lowering Ihreshold cannot be occupled from this point down 07 Outer barrier moving to horizontal position Platform at ground level 09 Outer barrier moving to vertical position 10 Platform raising 11 Platform raising paused at 12 Platform folding limited pressure Platform folding full pressure 14 Timed fold cinching lit tto or ant rattle state 15 Platform folding stopped 16 Paused fold 17 Platform between ground and 3 above ground 18 Platform above 3 19 Outer barrier moving to horizontal postion 20 The doors ar
22. een LED mounted on top of the pump cover will begin to blink after every 750 cycles The blinking LED will not affect the functions of the lift but is a reminder to complete necessary maintenance and lubrication Once the lift has been serviced fully stow the lift Once stowed press the UP button on the hand pendant and the Floor Level Set but ton on the back side of the pump cover until the Lift Ready green LED stops blinking Discontinue lift use immediately if maintenance and lubrication procedures are not properly per formed or if there is any sign of wear damage or improper operation Contact your sales represen tative or call The Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT One of our national Product Support repre sentatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect your lift See the Maintenance Lubrication Schedule for recommended applications per number of cycles Specified recommended Braun Lubricant Lubricant Amount Part No Light Penetrating Oil x LPS2 General Purpose 11 oz 15807 LO Light Oil 30 weight or equivalent Penetrating Oil Aerosol Can Stainless Stick Door Ease 1 68 oz 15806 DE Door Ease Style tube Stick tube Light Grease Lubriplate 14 oz 15805 LG Light Grease Multipurpose Can Page 42 Lift Tite Latches Tower Pivot Points 2 LO Parallel Arm Pivot Pins 8 LO Lubrication Diagram L
23. er contaminants which could result in wear or damage to the com ponents Platform components exposed to contaminants when lowered to the ground may require extra attention AWARNING Maintenance and lubrication proce dures must be formed as specified by an authorized service technician Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Lift components requiring grease are lubricated during assembly procedures When these compo nents are replaced grease must be applied during installation procedures Specified lubricants are available from The Braun Corporation part num bers provided on page 42 When servicing the lift at the recommended intervals inspection and lubrication procedures specified in the previous sections should be repeated Clean the components and the sur rounding area before applying lubricants Page 41 Maintenance Lubrication All listed inspection lubrication and maintenance procedures should be repeated at 750 cycle intervals following the scheduled 4500 Cycles maintenance These intervals are a general guideline for scheduling maintenance procedures and will vary according to lift use and conditions Lifts exposed to severe conditions weather environment contamination heavy usage etc may require inspection and maintenance proce dures to be performed more often than specified Maintenance Indicator The Lift Ready gr
24. es appearing in this manual and on lift posted decals with your wheelchair lift sales representative dealer before attempting lift operation Any questions or concerns can be answered by the sales repre sentative at that time Operate the lift through all functions with your sales representative on hand to ensure the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift is understood Page 25 Operation Notes and Details Transit agency supervisors should train and educate their lift attendants on the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift if itis not possible for the attendants to review the safety precautions and operation pro cedures with the wheelchair lift sales representative The lift operator s manual must be stored in the lift mounted manual storage pouch at all times Preventive Maintenance Maintenance is necessary to en sure safe and troublefree lift op eration General preventive lift maintenance consisting of care ful inspections of the lift system and cleaning the lift should be Page 26 a part of your transit agency s daily lift service program Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential lift opera tion downtime and increase the service life of the lift as well as possibly detecting potential hazards Exposure to harsh weather ele ments environmental conditions or heavy usage may require m
25. from platform Note Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair or standee has crossed the outer barrier See Photos E and F on page 30 also Page 29 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger 1 Read Notes below Load pas senger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes See Photo G Note Outer barrier must be fully 9 unfolded ramp position until the gt entire wheelchair or standee has crossed the outer barrier See Photos E and F lt j Note Passenger must be posi tioned fully inside yellow bound aries Page 30 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger continued lt 2 Press UP switch Photo 1 to fold outer barrier UP fully vertical see Photo H and raise the plat gt form to floor level See Photo J Release switch 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform To Fold Platform lt Press FOLD switch until platform gt stops fully folded See Photos K and L Release switch Close Door s Page 31 NHTSA Operations Checklist The following operations have been verified upon installation This operational checklist can be used at any time to verify the lift is fully functional Verified 1 Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift door is closed ensuring the lift is stowed
26. ft op eration The lift will not function if the outer barrier is occupied Page 19 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features continued Discontinue lift operation im mediately if the outer barrier does not operate properly Outer Barrier Latch A spring loaded latch engages the outer barrier when the barrier rotates upward from ramp position to the vertical position UP switch is pressed to raise the platform above ground level Note The platform must raise approximately three inches before the latch engages fully see photos on Fully Engaged Outboard Barrier Latch Latch Foot Fully Folded Outer Barrier Up vertical Outer Barrier Disengaged Outer Barrier Latch Note Platform must raise approximately three inches before latch engages fully Page 20 previous page Interlock Lift plattorm move ment shall be interrupted unless the outer barrier is raised verti cal position and the outer barrier latch is positively engaged Fully Unfolded Barrier Ramp position Operation Notes and Details The latch disengages the barrier when the platform lowers fully reaches ground level and the latch foot contacts the ground latch raises above the barrier Outer Barrier and Latch Op eration The lift attendant must press the DOWN switch to lower the platform fully to the ground The attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be cer tain the e
27. gers If you are an attendant operating the lift it is your responsibility to perform safe loading and unload ing procedures Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and or pro cedures required for safe trans port of wheelchair passengers The lift operator and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates Observe your passenger at all times dur ing lift operation Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or other apparatus that does not fit on the platform area Do not ex ceed the 800 pound load capac Page 22 ity of the lift The lift attendant should not ride on the platform with the passenger Passenger Orientation Board ing Direction Braun NL Series wheelchair lifts accommodate both inboard and outboard facing wheelchair passengers or standees Inboard facing of wheelchair lift passengers is not prohibited but outboard facing of passengers is recommended by The Braun Corporation Braun NL Series lifts permit both inboard and outboard facing of wheelchair and mobility aid us ers and accommodate persons using walkers crutches canes or braces or who otherwise have difficulty using steps Standees Lift Operating Instruc tions apply to wheelchair pas sengers and standees Standees should stand in the center of the platform fully inside the yellow boundaries and grip both hand rails if able when on platform Yell
28. he hydraulic system cylinder hoses fit tings seals etc for leaks if fluid level is low Inspect cylinders fittings and hydraulic connections for wear damage or leaks Inspect outer barrier cylinder hose assembly hose fasteners connections etc for wear damage or leakage if equipped Resecure replace or correct as needed Use Braun 32840 QT Exxon Univis HVI 26 hydraulic fluid do not mix with Dextron III or other hydraulic fluids Check fluid level with platform lowered fully and roll stop unfolded fully Fill to within 1 2 of the bottom of the 1 1 2 fill tube neck Tighten repair or replace if needed Tighten repair or replace if needed Page 47 continued Page 48 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect parallel arms bushings and pivot pins for visible wear or damage Inspect parallel arm pivot pin mounting bolts 8 Inspect platform pivot pin bushings and vertical arms for wear damage and positive securement Inspect upper lower fold arms rotating pivot slide arms slide support arms and associated pivot pins bushings and bearings for visible wear or damage Inspect gas springs cylinders for wear or damage proper operation and positive securement Inspect rotating pivot slide arm UHMW slide bear ings buttons Inspect vertical arm plastic covers Inspect power cable Replace if nee
29. ication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect handrail components for wear or damage and for proper operation Inspect microswitches for securement and proper adjustment Make sure lift operates smoothly Inspect external snap rings Handrail pivot pins 2 per pin Platform slide rotate pivot pins 2 per pin Platform fold axles 1 per axle Inner roll stop lever bracket pins 1 per pin Lift Tite latch gas dampening spring 2 per spring Inspect platform fold axles and bearings for wear or damage and positive securement Replace defective parts Resecure replace or adjust as needed See Microswitch Adjustment Instructions Realign towers and vertical arms Lubricate or correct as needed Resecure or replace if needed Replace defective parts and resecure as needed Apply Light Oil Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Remove pump module cover and inspect Hydraulic hoses fittings and connections for wear or leaks Harness cables wires terminals and connec tions for securement or damage Control board circuit breaker power switch and lights for securement or damage Resecure replace or correct as needed Perform all procedures listed in previous sections also Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin 2 Hydraulic Fluid Pump Check level Note Fluid should be changed if there is visible contamination Inspect t
30. ift Terminology Illustrations LIFT immediately if any of this Latches Lift Tite Latches pre Latch En gagement Pin Roller A WARNING 5 Engaged Discontinue lift use Li The immediately if any moo Latch lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 16 Operation Notes and Details vent the platform from unfolding from the stowed position in the event of platform drift Due to the all hydraulic operation of the dual cylinder NL hydraulic fluid expansion contraction or seepage may occur Any of these conditions may result in platform drift failure to hold the platform in the folded or raised position Platform drift may occur during lift shipment and or between extended periods of non lift use In the event that the platform does not unfold when the UNFOLD switch is pressed press the FOLD switch mo mentarily to disengage the Lift Tite latches platform drift has occurred Then press the UNFOLD switch to unfold the platform to floor level standard operation When manually operating a lift equipped with Lift Tite latches insert the pump handle in the pump and stroke until the plat form folds fully stops Then Disengaged Lift Tite Latch En gagement Pin Roller open the hand pump valve turn counterclockwise to unfold the platform Folding the platform fu
31. ift Tite Latch Dampening Spring 2 springs 4 Points LO Parallel Arm Pivot Pins 8 LO Handrail Pivot Pins 2 LO Inner Roll Stop IB Pivot Points LO Rotating Pivot Slide Arm UHMW Slide 4 DE Rotating Pivot Slide Arm Pivot Pins LO Outer Barrier Hinge Pivot Points 2 LO Platform Fold Axles 2 LO Platform Pivot Pin 2 Points LO Lift Tite Latch Roller Assemblies 2 LO Outer Barrier Latch LO Outer Barrier Latch Lever LO Page 43 44 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Outer barrier hinge pivot points 2 Outer barrier latch pivot slide points Outer barrier latch lever pivot points Lift Tite latches tower pivot points 2 Lift Tite latch gas dampening spring pivot points 2 springs 4 points Inspect Lift Tite latches and gas springs for wear or damage bent deformed or misaligned posi tive securement external snap rings and proper operation Inspect outer barrier for proper operation Inspect outer barrier latch for proper operation positive securement and detached or missing spring Inspect lift for wear damage or any abnormal condition Inspect lift for rattles Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Resecure replace defective parts or otherwise correct as needed Note Apply
32. kickout gas springs are worn replace before using 75 Low voltage detected must tum off power with to reset LOD 77 Vehicio secure interlock has not been activated 90 Position wil be set if you keep holding the button unt it beeps 91 Position is out of a predetermined acceptable range of floor position 92 Bridge switch is not made needs adjusting 83 Inner rolstop occupied switch mado Position needs to be moved or switch should be adjusted 94 Outer barrier is not made fix and try again 95 Outer barrier latch is not made check for Jumper on Century and Vista check latch on Millennium tits 99 Controller program is not valid replace controler Flashing Numbers Flashing 65 Unfold button is pressed Flashing 86 Fold button is pressed Flashing 67 Down button is pressed Flashing 68 Up button is pressed Flashing 69 Bridge switch is activated Flashing 70 Outer barter latch switch is activated Flashing 71 Ground detect switch is activated Flashing 72 Outer barrier up switch is activated Flashing 73 Inner rollstop up switch is activated Flashing 74 Inner rollstop occupied switch is activated Flashing 76 Outboard barrier occupied switch is activated Flashing 78 Threshold tape switch A is activated Flashing 79 Threshold tape switch B is activated Flashing 80 Position set button is pressed Flashing 81 Single function UP FOLD CL
33. lly first will ensure that the Lift Tite latches will disengage properly when the release valve is opened Manual Operating Instructions are provided on pages 33 37 Latch Operation Notes and Details Lift Features continued Inner Roll Stop NL Series lift models are equipped with an automatic inner roll stop that also serves as the bridge plate inner roll stop photos below When the UNFOLD switch is pressed and the platform unfolds from stow position to floor level this mechanical roll stop is auto matically deployed to the bridging horizontal position to provide a bridge plate between the platform and the lift base plate vehicle floor The inboard edge of the bridge plate rests on the threshold warning plate base plate The roll stop automatically folds rotates to the vertical roll stop position when the platform lowers to the ground DOWN switch is pressed As the UP switch is pressed and the platform raises from ground level the inner roll stop automati cally unfolds rotates to the Fully Deployed Fully Unfolded vertical horizontal Inner Inner Roll Stop RollStop bridging position Inner Roll Stop The inner roll stop must overlap the base plate a minimum 1 2 Operation Notes and Details AWARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in seriou
34. ntire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground Stop pressing the DOWN switch if any portion of the platform is obstructed while descending or the entire platform does not reach ground level for any rea son contact with an obstruction mechanical failure exceeding the lift floor to ground capacity etc After the platform is fully low ered the attendant should con tinue to press the DOWN switch to unfold the outer barrier fully ramp position Note The barrier must be fully unfolded until the entire wheelchair or standee has crossed the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level Discontinue lift operation immediately if the outer barrier or latch do not operate properly Bridging The NL 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 preventing the operator from lowering the inboard end of the platform Handrails Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair pas senger or standee use The handrails unfold automatically to the deployed horizontal position when the lift unfolds and automatically fold to the stowed vertical position when the platform folds If able passengers should grip both handrails when on the lift plattorm Discontinue lift operation immediately if the handrails do not operate properly Page 21 Operation Notes and Details Lift Passen
35. of the base plate threshold warning plate towers parallel arms vertical arms platform pivot arms and handrails Two main hydraulic cylinders are housed in the parallel arms The electrical hydraulic powered lift frame components mechani cally unfold lower raise and fold the lift plattorm assembly Platform Assembly The plat form assembly consists of the steel tubing frame with grating surface upon which the wheel chair is positioned the outer barrier outer barrier latch the inner roll stop and the hydraulic cylinder assembly that powers the outer barrier Lift Tite Latches The spring loaded latches prevent the platform from unfolding from the stowed position in the event of platform drift Further details regarding Lift Tite latches are provided on pages 16 and 17 Outer Barrier The cylinder powered automatic outer barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level Photos and further details regarding the outer barrier are provided in the Operation Notes section pages 19 21 Outer Barrier Latch The spring loaded latch locks the outer bar rier in the vertical position when the platform raises above ground level Inner Roll Stop NL Series lift models are equipped with an automatic inboard roll stop that also serves as the bridge plate The roll stop bridges the gap between the lift plattorm and the vehicle floor The inner roll stop automatically rotates from the horiz
36. of the motor vehicle This warranty commences on the date the lift is put into service providing the warranty registration card is completed and received by The Braun Corporation within twenty days of purchase If no warranty card is received the warranty will expire three years from the date of manufacture as identified on the lift serial number tag This warranty also covers the cost of labor for the repair or replacement of parts for three years when performed by an approved Braun Dealer A labor schedule determines cost allowance for repairs which can be provided upon request by an approved Braun Dealer This warranty does not cover normal maintenance service or periodic adjustments necessitated by use or wear The Braun Corporation will not under any circumstances pay for loss of use incidental or consequential damages related to the lift or vehicle in which it is installed This warranty will become null and void if the lift has been damaged through accident misuse or neglect or if the lift has been altered in any respect The five year portion of this warranty covers the following lifts power train parts Chain Cylinder Flow Control Gear Box Motor Pump Hydraulic Hose amp Fittings Solid State Controller afe Duas on tus 114954 produsi Informisiosn _ All remaining lift components are covered by a three year warranty is rure nugis stanses ijt any flus without nusice Operator s Manual 5 11 amp u
37. ontal position to the verti cal position as the lift lowers and raises Further details regard ing the automatic mechanical inboard roll stop are provided on pages 18 and 19 Lift Terminology Vehicle and Lift Interlocks Braun Corporation NL9171B Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock specifications Vehicle move ment is prohibited unless the lift is fully stowed and the lift will not function unless the vehicle is parked and secured The NL features a visible and audible threshold warning system that will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is one inch or more below floor level The inner roll stop and outer barrier sense weight to prohibit lift operation The lift will not function if the inner roll stop or the outer barrier are occupied The lift platform cannot be folded stowed if occupied The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohib its the platform from lowering if the lock does not engage The lift platform cannot be raised more than 3 above ground level unless the outer barrier is in the vertical position and the outer barrier latch is positively engaged Page 7 Lift Actions and Functions DEPLOY A C A UNFOLD Out Platform Unfold Unfold is the action of the platform rotating out and down from the fully stowed vertical position to floor level horizontal position when the UNFOLD switch is pressed B DO
38. or out of the vehicle It is the respon sibility of the lift attendant to ensure the platform and the bridge plate are properly posi tioned at floor level when load ing and unloading passengers AWARNING Whenever a passenger is on the platform the Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked EH Ti C LES CT and outer barrier must be UP Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property dam age Page 23 Operation Notes and Details Lift Passengers continued The wheelchair brakes must be locked the outer barrier must be in the fully up vertical position and the outer barrier latch must be fully engaged whenever a passenger is on the platform Do not use the outer barrier as a brake Stop and brake the wheelchair when fully loaded on the platform Manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs Stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls Turn powered electric wheelchairs off when on the platform If the outer barrier inner roll stop handrails or any other lift component does not operate as Page 24 outlined in this manual discon tinue lift use immediately and contact The Braun Corporation sales representative in your area or call The Braun Corpora tion at 1 800 THE LIFT One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service te
39. ore frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures Preventive maintenance vi sual inspections do not take the place of the procedures specified in the Maintenance and Lubrica tion Schedule provided on pages 41 49 of this manual Refer to the Maintenance and Lubrica tion section for further details AWARNING Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed by authorized service personnel as specified in this manual Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property ETLE m AWARNING Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions opera tion notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions prior to operating the lift If this information is not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Whenever a passenger is on the platform the e Passenger must be positioned fully in side yellow bound aries Wheelchair brakes must be locked Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be UP Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property ELEGA Lift Operating Instructions AWARNING Before lift operation park the ve hicle on a level surface away from vehicular traffic Place the vehicle transmission in Park and engage the parking brake Lift Opera
40. ow Boundaries The pas senger must be positioned in the center of the platform to pre vent side to side load imbalance The lift attendant operator should not ride on the platform with the passenger Yellow platform loading boundar ies are identified in the following manner The yellow powder coated inner roll stop and outer barrier identify the inboard and outboard ends of the platform A yellow powder coated guard is lo Operation Notes and Details cated on the pump side platform side plate A yellow boundary strip decal is affixed to the op posite platform side plate Yellow plastic caps are placed on the dual handrails The threshold warning plate is powder coated yellow to iden tify the platform threshold area Interlock A visible and audible threshold warning system will ac tivate if the threshold area is oc cupied when the platform is one inch or more below floor level The attendant must always be certain the wheelchair passenger or standee is properly positioned on the platform fully inside yel low boundaries and the wheel chair brakes are locked when a passenger is on the lift platform The lift passenger must keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of all moving parts Vehicle Floor Level Loading and Unloading The platform must be fully raised at floor level and the bridge plate must be properly positioned when loading or unloading passengers in
41. ress the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ground level lowered fully and the outer barrier is fully unfolded ramp position before loading or unloading a pas senger at ground level AWARNING Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until front and rear wheelchair wheels cross the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level Page 12 AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Lift Operation Safety Accidental activation of control switch es may cause unintended operation s Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by authorized certified service personnel Replace missing worn or illegible decals Keep owner s operator s manual in lift mounted manual storage pouch at all times Never modify alter a Braun Corporation lift Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The Braun Corporation Do not remove any guards or covers Keep clear of any hydraulic leak Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and or prop erty damage Page 13 AWARNING Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions opera tion notes and details operating instructions and manual operat ing instructions prior to operating the lift If this information is not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may res
42. s bodily injury and or property damage horizontal bridging position when it reaches vehicle floor lev el The roll stop must overlap the lift base plate a minimum 1 2 When the FOLD switch is pressed and the platform folds from floor level to the stow verti cal position the roll stop auto matically travels inboard to the stowed position Interlock Features The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohibits the plat form from lowering if the lock is not engaged The inner roll stop also senses weight to prohibit lift operation The lift will not function if inner roll stop is occupied Discontinue lift operation im mediately if the inner roll stop does not operate properly Outer Barrier This cylinder pow ered barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level see photos on following page When the plat form lowers fully to ground level the cylinder compression spring automatically unfolds rotates the barrier to the ramp position fully unfolded Although the outer barrier is lift powered the activation of the barrier is controlled by the lift operator attendant Press ing the DOWN switch unfolds the barrier The outer barrier is cylinder powered to automati cally fold rotate to the vertical position as shown when the UP switch is pressed barrier raises before platform raises Interlock The outer barrier senses weight to prohibit li
43. te the lift Instructions posted inside pump cover and photos are provided for provides manual operating Turn wing 1 4 turn Xm Pump Cover instructions also Note A right side pump lift model is depicted in the photos Left side pump applications are a mirrored im age Refer to the Lift Operat Rotate top clip to access handle Hand Pump Handle Page 33 Manual Operating Instructions ing Instructions for all normal lift operation procedures such as loading and unloading passen gers Follow all Lift Operation Safety Precautions N V ININ mc AAT BT AANA XX OU OX U N RASSE P WY KU D SS 1 1 N Hand Pump Remove the pump cover to gain access to the pump handle and the hand pump See photos on page 33 To remove the pump cover turn the wing nut located on top 1 4 turn and lift the pump cover off The pump handle is inside this cover secured by two clips Rotate the top clip to remove the pump handle Release Valve Page 34 Note Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump approximate 1 16 intervals maximum Valve Tightening 30 inch Ibs Specification minimum Once valve seats 15 inch Ibs stops tighten 15 e 566 stops Release Valve Manual
44. ting Instructions photos depict lift model NL9171B Instruc tions and procedures are appli cable for all NL Series lift models Lift posted Warnings and Lift Operating Instructions decal 30695 provides lift operating instructions Replace any missing worn or illeg ible decals If your lift does not function as in tended or an audible warning signal is activated review the NHTSA Op erations Checklist on page 32 Fol low the Manual Operating Instruc tions on pages 33 37 in the event of a power or equipment failure Page 27 Lift Operating Instructions Open Door s and Secure To Unfold Platform Stand clear and press the UN FOLD switch until the platform stops reaches floor level unfolds fully Release switch Note In event platform does not unfold press FOLD switch to release Lift Tite latches To Unload Passenger lt 1 Read Note below Load passen ger onto platform and lock wheel chair brakes Note Passenger must be posi tioned fully inside yellow bound aries outer barrier must be UP and outer barrier latch must be engaged Page 28 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger continued 2 Press DOWN switch until the en tire platform reaches ground level see Photo B and the outer bar rier unfolds fully ramp position See Photo C Release switch DOWN UNFOLD 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger
45. ual Failure to follow this policy may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage 25675 Page 38 Decals The lift is only as safe as 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 31045 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read warnings and operate lift as outlined on LIFT 21494 LIFT POWER ON rip handrails and lower head Interlock Interlocks vary in type and operation Interlocks must be operational as defined in NHTSA Operations Checklist OFF DOT Public Use Lift 29823 n THE BRAU CORPORATIO 29052 31412 30695 MANUAL OPERATION TO REMOVE PUMP HANDLE 28 bow ro Lowen i Open hand pump valve turm counterclockwise Open 2 only UP TO RAISE TO FOLD PLATFORM IN TO STORE PUMP HANDLE 1 Insert bottom of handle behind bottom clip 2 Rotate clip to lock Ay t s E Insert handle pump and stroke I gt Note Close valve before s operating electric pump DOT Public Use Lift LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DOOR S AND SECURE TO UNFOLD PLATFORM Stand clear and press UNFOLD switch until 1 Load passenger onto platform and lock wh
46. ue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly Do not operate or board the lift if you or your lift operator are intoxicated Do not raise front wheelchair wheels pull wheelie when loading boarding the platform Open lift door s fully and secure before operating lift Position and secure buckle engage fasten etc the wheelchair equipped occupant seat belt torso restraint before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform Page 11 Lift Operation Safety Lift Operation Safety Precautions continued AWARNING If the lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood contact The Braun Corporation immedi ately Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING AWARNING Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts Platform must be positioned at floor level roll stop height when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle Do not use platform inner roll stop or outer barrier as a brake Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls Turn powered electric wheelchairs off when on lift platform P
47. ult in serious bodily injury and or property damage Page 14 NL Series Public Use lift models are specifically designed to be operated by an attendant The Lift Operating Instructions contained in this manual and posted on the lift provide instructions for op eration of the lift only Read and become familiar with all lift opera tion safety precautions opera tion notes and details operating instructions and manual operating instructions before attempting lift operation procedures Lift Access Doors and Inter locks Attendants must become familiar with the vehicle lift access door system and vehicle interlock system s Transit vehicles and lift access door configurations vary Door securement devices latches hooks cables etc and procedures to operate them vary Operation Notes and Details Instructions for operation of vehicle interlocks and door securement systems are not addressed in this manual or on lift posted operating instructions decals due to the variety of proce dures required for operating them Braun Corporation NL Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock specifica tions detailed on pages 7 and 32 Infringement of any lift interlock will prohibit lift operation It is the responsibility of the lift operator attendant to properly open secure and close the vehicle lift door s to activate the vehicle interlock s to load and unload the wheelchair p
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