Pre-Lift Operation Notes
Operation Procedure Review: The wheelchair lift user and/or attendant should review the safety precautions and operation procedures appearing in this manual with your wheelchair lift sales representative (dealer), before attempting lift operation. Become familiar with the proper operation of your lift before operating the lift by yourself.
Operate the lift through all functions with your sales repre- sentative on hand to ensure the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift is understood. The
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Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
sales representative should also instruct and demonstrate manual operation procedures. Be certain your sales representative instructs and demonstrates the proper reengagement procedure of the manual cable release system (see pages
Do not operate your lift if you suspect lift damage, wear or any abnormal condition. Discontinue lift use immediately and contact an authorized Braun Corporation dealer in your area or call The Braun Corporation at
Preventive Maintenance: Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and
system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine. Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems.
Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential lift operation downtime and increase the service life of the lift, as well as possibly detecting potential hazards. Exposure to harsh weather elements or environmen- tal conditions may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures. See the Maintenance and Lubrication section for further details.
Cold Climate Recommenda- tions: The vehicle in which the lift is installed should be stored in a garage or other sheltered place if possible, especially during inclement weather conditions. When the lift is not in use, the lift should be in the stowed position to keep foreign objects, rain, ice, snow, etc., from entering through the lift opening or building up on the platform surface.
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Lift Operating Instructions
Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions,
Lift Operating Instructions ad- dress the lift control switches and the corresponding lift functions. Separate instructions are pro- vided for operation of manual bridge plates (inboard roll stops) and handrails that may be present on your particular lift model. Fold handrails down before stowing lift.
In event of power or equipment failure, refer to the Manual Operating Instructions section.
Before lift operation, park the vehicle on a level area, away
from vehicle traffic. Place the vehicle transmission in “Park” and engage the parking brake.
Vehicle Lift Door(s): Open manual doors fully, being certain the doors are secured in the fully open position before operating the lift. If your vehicle is equipped with optional automatic door operators, the doors will open when the UP or DOWN switch is pressed. The automatic door operators will close when DOOR CLOSE switch is pressed (only if the lift platform is in the fully stowed position).
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