RAMP OPERATION
Operation Procedure Review
The Braun Corporation recom- mends that transit agency su- pervisors and driver/attendants review the safety precautions and operation procedures appearing in this manual with the ramp sales representative (or vehicle con- verter) before attempting ramp operation.
Any questions or concerns can be answered at that time. Operate the ramp through all functions to ensure the proper use and opera- tion is understood.
Transit agency supervisors should train and educate all driver/attendants on the proper use and operation of the vehicle, door system, interlock(s), ramp and ramp passenger safety.
The ramp owner’s/service manu- al must be stored in the ramp- equipped vehicle at all times.
WARNING
Read and become familiar with all ramp operation safety precautions, pre- operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions prior to operating the ramp. 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.
Preventive Maintenance:
Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble free operation. General preventive maintenance consisting of care- ful inspections and cleaning the ramp system should be a part of your transit agency’s daily service program. Simple inspections can detect potential operational problems.
Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential operation downtime and increase the service life of the ramp, as well as possibly detecting potential hazards.
A generic Daily Preventive Main- tenance Schedule is provided in this manual for your transit agen- cy’s use. The form can be tailored to your particular application.
Exposure to harsh weather, en- vironmental conditions, or heavy usage may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures.
Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the place
RIWKHSURFHGXUHVVSHFLÀHGLQ the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided in this manual. Refer to the Maintenance and Lubrication section in this manual for further details.
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