Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Switches section). Discontinue lift operation immediately if the handrails do not operate properly.
Lift Passengers
Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or other apparatus that does not fit on the platform area. Do not exceed the 800 pound load capacity of the lift.
Passenger Orientation (Board- ing Direction): The wheelchair passenger must face outward whenever on the platform.
The passenger must be posi- tioned in the center of the platform to prevent
should not ride on the platform with the wheelchair passenger. The wheelchair brakes must be locked and the roll stop must be in the
Do not use the outboard roll stop as a barrier (brake). Stop and brake the wheelchair when fully loaded on the platform. Manually stop and brake manual wheel- chairs. Stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls. Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on the platform.
Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading and Unloading: The platform must be fully raised (at floor level) and the bridge plate must be properly positioned when
loading or unloading a passenger in or out of the vehicle. Although the VL955 features automatic floor level switching, it is the responsibility of the lift opera- tor to ensure the platform and the bridge plate are properly positioned at floor level when loading and unloading passen- gers.
If the roll stop, bridge plate, handrails or any other lift compo- nent does not operate as outlined in this manual, discontinue lift use immediately and contact your sales representative or call The Braun Corporation at
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