Introduction:

Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are consumer oriented (designed to allow operation by the wheelchair passenger). VL955 lift models provide fully automatic operation of all lift functions as well as optional automatic door operators (if so equipped).

Lift model VL955U3144 is de- picted in the Lift Terminology illustration. Lift model numbers indicate platform/roll stop configu- ration and physical dimensions.

Lift operation procedures are identical for all VL955 Series lift models. The operating instruc- tions contained in this manual and appearing on lift-posted operating instructions decals

Lift Terminology

address the lift control switches and the corresponding lift func- tions. Instructions are provided for manual operation of the lift in event of power or equipment failure.

Terminology: Become familiar with the terminology that will be used throughout this manual.

Become familiar with the identifi- cation 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 understood.

Direction: The terms "left (rear)," "right (front)," "inboard," and "outboard" will be used through- out this manual to indicate direction (as viewed from outside

the vehicle looking directly at the lift). Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for clarification of direction terms.

Lift Components

Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration for identification of lift components.

Pump Module: The lift-mounted pump module consists of the hydraulic pump, the manual hand pump and electrical components that power the lift electric/hydrau- lic systems.

Module-mounted Control Switches: The pump module is equipped with three color-coded and function-labeled control switches (OPEN/CLOSE, IN/OUT

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Braun VL955 manual Introduction, Lift Components