Braun RA300 service manual Installation/Service Safety Precautions, Installation Requirements

RAMP INSTALLATION

Installation/Service Safety Precautions (Continued)

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Disconnect the power cable at the battery prior to servicing.

Keep hands, arms and all other body parts clear of moving parts.

Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation ramp.

Replacement parts must be Braun authorized replacements.

Never install screws or fasteners (other than factory equipped).

Whenever replacing a hydraulic cylinder or seals, deploy ramp fully.

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Installation Requirements

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Braun RA300 Ramps must be installed and serviced by a Braun authorized service representa- tive who has attended and been FHUWLÀHGE\7KH%UDXQ&RUSRUD- tion Sales and Service School for Braun Mobility Products.

Read and become familiar with the operating instructions and the installation instructions contained in this manual before beginning installation, operation or service procedures.

Read this manual, before performing installation, operation or service procedures. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

Chassis Requirements

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Outboard Support Tube: An outboard support tube must be positioned under the outboard edge of the opening (minimum

1-1/2” x 2” steel tube). See Fig- ures C and D. The recommended height of the support tube is 12” above ground level. Kneeling Vehicles: This dimension mea- sured with suspension lowered.

ADA: Installations with the sup- port tube positioned higher than 12” above ground level may not comply with ADA ramp slope requirements.

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