Braun NL Series, NL Millennium Series Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

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Read manual before operating lift. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. Keep manual in lift storage pouch.

Oper

ual

Man

ator's

Operator's Manual

30651 Rev. B October 2006

Braun NL Series

Patent #5,261,779 Patent #6,065,924 Patent #6,238,169 Patent #6,464,447

Patent #6,599,079 Patent #6,692,217 Patent #6,739,824 Patents Pending

Operator's Manual for:

DOT — Public Use Lift

“DOT — Public Use Lift” verifies that this platform lift meets the “public use lift” requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift, but must be installed on buses, school buses, and multipurpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb).

Public Use Wheelchair Lifts

"Providing Access to the World"

International Corporate Hdqrs: P.O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA

1-800-THE LIFT (574) 946-6153 FAX: (574) 946-4670

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Congratulations

We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen have designed and assembled the ﬁnest lift available. This manual includes safety precautions, lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions, and instructions for maintenance and lubrication procedures. Your lift is built for dependability, and will bring you years of pleasure and independence, as long as maintenance is performed regularly and the lift is operated by an instructed person.

Sincerely,

THE BRAUN CORPORATION

Ralph W. Braun Chief Executive Ofﬁcer

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Contents

Warranty/Registration Instructions .................. 2, 3

Lift Terminology

Lift Terminology Illustration ........................................ 4

Introduction ................................................................ 5

Direction .................................................................... 5

Lift Components .................................................... 6, 7

Vehicle and Lift Interlocks ......................................... 7

Lift Actions and Functions .......................................... 8

Lift Operation Safety

Safety Symbols ......................................................... 9

Lift Operation Safety Precautions ...................... 10-13

Operation Notes and Details

Introduction/Lift Access Doors and Interlocks ......... 14

General Safety ......................................................... 15

Control Switches ..................................................... 15

Lift Features

Lift-Tite Latches™ ....................................... 16, 17

Inner Roll Stop ............................................ 18, 19

Outer Barrier ............................................... 19, 20

Outer Barrier Latch ..................................... 20, 21

Outer Barrier and Latch Operation ................... 21

Bridging ............................................................. 21

Handrails ........................................................... 21

Lift Passengers

Passenger Orientation (Boarding Direction) ..... 22

Standees ........................................................... 22

Yellow Boundaries ...................................... 22, 23

Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading and

Unloading .................................................... 23, 24

Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts ........... 25

Operation Procedure Review ........................... 25, 26

Preventive Maintenance ......................................... 26

Lift Operating Instructions ............................. 27-31

NHTSA Operations Checklist .............................. 32

Manual Operating Instructions ....................... 33-37

Decals and Antiskid ........................................ 38-40

Maintenance and Lubrication ......................... 41-49

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Warranty and Registration Instructions

Immediately upon receiving your lift, examine the unit for any damage. Notify the carrier at once with any claims.

Two warranty/registration cards (shown below) are located in the pump cover owner's manual storage pouch. The sales representative must process one of the

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vertical arm. A second I.D. tag is located on the opposite pump side tower. Both I.D. tags provide the SURGXFWLGHQWLÀFDWLRQLQIRUPDWLRQDSpearing on the Warranty/Registration card. Record the information in the space provided on the next page.

This information must be provid-

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ordering parts.

the other card and mail it to The Braun Corporation. The warranty is provided on the back cover of this manual. The warranty cards must

be processed to activate the warranty.

Two Braun Serial No./Series No.

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lift. One I.D. tag (shown below) is posted on the opposite pump side

OWNER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION

PURCHASED FROM

DATE INSTALLED

NAME

ADDRESS

CITY

TELEPHONE

TO VALIDATE WARRANTY

REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION.

OWNER

STATE ZIP

NL917IB-04-02730-56-14CG

Sample

Warranty/Registration

Card

Serial No.Model No. Cylinder Code

Series No. Pump Code

Sample

Serial No./Series No.

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NL917IB

e5*72/245*95/54*0110*00

1-800-THE LIFT™

BRAUNLIFT.COM™

The Braun Corporation

DOT Public Use Lift MODEL#

Max. Lifting Capacity - 800 lbs.

PATENT PENDING-

5,261,779-6,065,924-6,238,169-6,46

4,447-6,599,079-6,692,217-6,739,824

5/8/06

MFG DATE

56 14CG

PUMP CODE CYLINDER

04-02730

SERIAL NUMBER

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Warranty and Registration Instructions

Model No.

Series No.

Serial No.

Pump Code

Cylinder Code

Date of Manufacture

Note: This information must be providedZKHQÀOLQJD

warranty claim or ordering parts. Keep for future use.

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DOWN

Pump

Module

Hand-Held

Pendant

Control

Base Plate

Top Parallel Arms (2)

Adjustable Quiet-Ride Stow Blocks (2)

Main Cylinders (2)

Vertical Arm Covers (4)

Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm

Handrails (2)

Outer Barrier Cylinder

(not visible -underside of platform)

Outer Barrier

(Automatic Outboard Roll Stop)

Rotating Pivot Slide Arms (2)

Platform Pivot Arms (2)

Pump Side Vertical Arm

Bottom Parallel

Arms (2)

Platform Lights

Outboard

Right

Lift Terminology

Illustration

Lift-Tite™ Latches (2)

Unfold Assist Compression Springs (2)

Outer Barrier Latch

Platform Side Plates (2)

Platform

Left

Inboard

Towers (2)

Threshold

Warning

Plate

Audible

Threshold

Warning

Visual

Threshold

Warning

Inner Roll Stop

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Lift Terminology

Introduction:

Braun NL Millennium Series lifts are ADA compliant and comply fully with National

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The NL is commercial oriented (intended for operation by an attendant).

Lift models vary per size (lift model numbers indicate lift dimensions). NL Series lift models can be equipped with left or right side pump modules as needed. A left side pumpequipped lift model is depicted in the Lift Terminology Illustration (NL917IB). Right side pump lift models are a mirrored image of rear pump models

(pump module located on opposite end of base plate).

Refer to the Lift Terminology

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lift components.

Lift operation procedures are identical for all NL Series lift models. The operating instructions contained in this manual and appearing on liftposted operating instructions decals address the lift control switches and the corresponding lift functions. 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

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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," "right," "inboard," and "outboard" will be used throughout this manual to indicate direction (as viewed from outside the vehicle looking directly at the lift). Refer to the Lift TermiQRORJ\,OOXVWUDWLRQVIRUFODULÀFDtion of direction terms.

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Lift TerminologyLift Terminology

Lift Frame: The lift frame consists of the base plate, threshold warning plate, towers, parallel arms, vertical arms, platform pivot arms and handrails. Two main hydraulic cylinders are housed in the parallel arms. The electrical/hydraulic powered lift frame components mechanically unfold, lower, raise and fold the lift platform assembly.

Platform Assembly: The platform assembly consists of the steel tubing frame with grating surface upon which the wheelchair is positioned, the outer barrier, outer barrier latch, the inner roll stop, and the hydraulic cylinder assembly that powers the outer barrier.

Lift-Tite

™

Latches: The spring-

loaded latches prevent the platform from unfolding from the stowed position in the event of platform drift. Further details regarding Lift-Tite

™

latches are

provided on pages 16 and 17.

Outer Barrier: The cylinderpowered automatic outer barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level. Photos and further details regarding the outer barrier are provided in the Operation Notes section (pages 19-21).

Outer Barrier Latch: The springloaded latch locks the outer barrier in the vertical position when the platform raises above ground level.

Lift Components

Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustration on page 4.

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

Hand-held Pendant Control:

The hand-held attendant's pendant control is connected to the pump module. The handheld pendant is equipped with two rocker switches, (UNFOLD, FOLD, DOWN, and UP). The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions.

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Lift Terminology

Vehicle and Lift Interlocks

Braun Corporation NL917IB Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock VSHFLÀFDWLRQV9HKLFOHPRYHment is prohibited unless the lift is fully stowed and the lift will not function unless the vehicle is parked and secured.

The NL features a visible and audible threshold warning system that will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is one inch or

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The inner roll stop and outer barrier sense weight to prohibit lift operation. The lift will not function if the inner roll stop or

the outer barrier are occupied. The lift platform cannot be folded (stowed) if occupied.

The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohibits the platform from lowering if the lock does not engage. The lift platform cannot be raised more than 3" above ground level unless the outer barrier is in the vertical position and the outer barrier latch is positively engaged.

Inner Roll Stop: NL Series lift models are equipped with an automatic inboard roll stop that also serves as the bridge plate. The roll stop bridges the gap between the lift platform and the

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automatically rotates from the horizontal position to the vertical position as the lift lowers and raises. Further details regarding the automatic mechanical inboard roll stop are provided on pages 18 and 19.

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Lift Terminology

F. FOLD (In) - Platform Fold:

Fold is the action of the platform

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level (horizontal) position to fullystowed (vertical) position when the FOLD switch is pressed.

Stowed Position: The lift is stowed when the lift platform has been fully raised and folded fully (vertical position).

Floor Level: Floor level is the position (height) the platform assembly reaches in order for the wheelchair passenger to enter and exit the vehicle (fully raised). The platform automatically stops

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the stowed position and when raising from ground level.

Lift Actions and Functions

DEPLOY (A-C)

A. UNFOLD (Out) - Platform Unfold: Unfold is the action

of the platform rotating out and down from the fully-stowed

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(horizontal) position when the UNFOLD switch is pressed.

B. DOWN - Platform Lower:

Down is the action of the platform

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to fully-lowered (ground level) position when the DOWN switch is pressed.

C. DOWN - Outer Barrier Unfold (Deploy) - When the

platform reaches the fully-low-

ered (ground) position and the DOWN switch is continued to be pressed, the outer barrier rotates downward from vertical position to ramp position.

STOW (D-F)

D. UP - Outer Barrier Fold (Raise): When the lift is fully

lowered and the outer barrier is in the ramp position, pressing

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outer barrier upward from ramp position to vertical position.

E. UP - Platform Raise: Up is the action of the platform raising

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(fully-raised) position when the UP switch is pressed.

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Safety Symbols

Lift Operation Safety

SAFETY FIRST! Know That....

CAUTION

This symbol indicates important information regarding how to avoid a hazardous situation that could result in minor personal injury or property damage.

supplements (if included), is provided for your safety. Familiarity with proper operation instructions as well as proper maintenance procedures are necessary to ensure safe, troublefree operation. Safety precautions are provided to identify potentially hazardous situations and provide instruction on how to avoid them.

All information contained in this manual and

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These symbols will appear throughout this manual as well as on the labels posted on your lift. Recognize the seriousness of this information.

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Lift Operation Safety Precautions

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If the lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions and/or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immediately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Read and become familiar with all safety precautions, operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions before operating the lift. Note: Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel (drivers and wheelchair lift attendants) must read and become familiar with the contents of this manual and supplement(s) before operation.

Load and unload on level surface only.

Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.

Provide adequate clearance outside the vehicle to accommodate the lift before opening lift door(s) or operating lift.

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Lift Operation Safety

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Inspect lift before operation. Do not operate lift if you suspect lift damage, wear or any abnormal condition.

Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which the lift operates.

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Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the:

• Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries

• Wheelchair brakes must be locked

• Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up (vertical)

• Outer barrier latch must be fully engaged

• Passenger should grip both handrails (if able).

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Do not overload or abuse. The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering functions - continuous lifting capacity is 800 lbs.

Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly.

Do not operate or board the lift if you or your lift operator are intoxicated.

Do not raise front wheelchair wheels (pull wheelie) when loading (boarding) the platform.

Open lift door(s) fully and secure before operating lift.

Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform.

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Lift Operation Safety

Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants keep hands, arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts.

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when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle.

Do not use platform inner roll stop or outer barrier as a brake. Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform (manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs — stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls).

Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform.

Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ground level (lowered fully) and the outer barrier is fully unfolded (ramp position) before loading or unloading a passenger at ground level.

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Lift Operation Safety Precautions (continued)

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Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until front and rear wheelchair wheels cross the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level.

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Lift Operation Safety

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Accidental activation of control switch(es) may cause unintended operation(s).

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Replace missing, worn or illegible decals.

Keep owner’s (operator's) manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch at all times.

Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation lift.

Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The Braun Corporation.

Do not remove any guards or covers.

Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.

Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Operation Notes and Details

NL Series “Public Use” lift models

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operated by an attendant. The Lift Operating Instructions contained in this manual and posted on the lift provide instructions for operation of the lift only. Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions, operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions before attempting lift operation procedures.

Lift Access Doors and Interlocks: Attendants must become

familiar with the vehicle lift access door system and vehicle interlock system(s). Transit vehicles and

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vary. Door securement devices (latches, hooks, cables, etc.) and procedures to operate them vary.

Instructions for operation of vehicle interlocks and door securement systems are not addressed in this manual or on lift-posted operating instructions decals due to the variety of procedures required for operating them. Braun Corporation NL Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA YHKLFOHDQGOLIWLQWHUORFNVSHFLÀFDtions (detailed on pages 7 and 32). Infringement of any lift interlock will prohibit lift operation.

It is the responsibility of the lift operator (attendant) to properly

open, secure and close the vehicle lift door(s), to activate the vehicle interlock(s), to load and unload the wheelchair passenger (or standee) on and off the lift platform, and to properly activate all lift functions.

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Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions, operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions prior to operating the lift. If this information is not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immediately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Operation Notes and Details

General Safety: The lift operator (attendant) and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates and clear of all moving parts. Lift attendants

must ensure that lift occupants (passengers) keep hands, arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts.

Control Switches

Hand-held Pendant Control:

The hand-held attendant's pendant control is equipped with two rocker switches, (UNFOLD, FOLD, DOWN, and UP). The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions.

Lift Power ON/OFF Switch:

This switch must be in the ON position in order to activate the lift. The green Power Indicator Light mounted on top of the pump module illuminates to signal power to the lift.

Simply press the switch labeled for the intended function.

Hand-held Pendant

DOWN

FOLD

UNFOLD

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Operation Notes and Details

Lift Features

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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.

information is not understood.

Lift-Tite

™

Latches: NL Series

lifts are equipped with Lift-Tite

™

Latches. Lift-Tite™ Latches pre-

Engaged Lift-Tite

™

Latch

Latch En-

gagement

Pin (Roller)

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components if not clearly depicted in this section. Contact The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT

immediately if any of this

Become familiar with all lift features and the proper operation of the lift components before attempting lift operation. Refer to the Lift Terminology Illustrations

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vent the platform from unfolding from the stowed position in the event of platform drift. Due to the “all-hydraulic” operation of the dual-cylinder NL, hydraulic

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seepage may occur. Any of these conditions may result in platform drift (failure to hold the platform in the folded or raised position). Platform drift may occur during lift shipment and/or between extended periods of non-lift use.

In the event that the platform does not unfold when the UNFOLD switch is pressed, press the FOLD switch momentarily to disengage the Lift-Tite

™

latches (platform drift has occurred). Then, press the UNFOLD switch to unfold the

Disengaged

Lift-Tite

™

Latch

Latch Engagement

Pin (Roller)

Operation Notes and Details

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operation).

When manually operating a lift equipped with Lift-Tite

™

latches, insert the pump handle in the pump and stroke until the platform folds fully (stops). Then,

open the hand pump valve (turn counterclockwise) to unfold the platform. Folding the platform fully

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latches will disengage properly when the release valve is opened. Manual Operating Instructions are provided on pages 33-37.

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Lift Features (continued)

Inner Roll Stop

Fully-Deployed

(vertical)

Inner

Roll Stop

The inner roll stop must

overlap the base plate a minimum 1/2".

Fully-Unfolded

(horizontal)

Inner Roll Stop

(bridging position)

Operation Notes and Details

Inner Roll Stop: NL Series lift models are equipped with an automatic inner roll stop that also serves as the bridge plate (inner roll stop photos below).

When the UNFOLD switch is

pressed and the platform unfolds

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this mechanical roll stop is automatically deployed to the bridging (horizontal) position to provide a bridge plate between the platform and the lift base plate (vehicle

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bridge plate rests on the threshold warning plate (base plate).

The roll stop automatically folds (rotates) to the vertical (roll stop) position when the platform lowers to the ground (DOWN switch is pressed).

As the UP switch is pressed and the platform raises from ground level, the inner roll stop automatically unfolds (rotates) to the

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Operation Notes and Details

horizontal (bridging) position ZKHQLWUHDFKHVYHKLFOHÁRRUOHYel. The roll stop must overlap the lift base plate a minimum 1/2".

When the FOLD switch is pressed and the platform folds IURPÁRRUOHYHOWRWKHVWRZYHUWLcal) position, the roll stop auto-

matically travels inboard to the stowed position.

Interlock Features: The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohibits the platform from lowering if the lock is not engaged. The inner roll stop also senses weight to prohibit lift operation. The lift will not function if inner roll stop is occupied.

Discontinue lift operation immediately if the inner roll stop does not operate properly.

Outer Barrier: This cylinder-pow-

ered barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level (see photos on following page). When the platform lowers fully to ground level, the cylinder compression spring

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automatically unfolds (rotates) the barrier to the ramp position (fully unfolded).

Although the outer barrier is lift-powered, the activation of the barrier is controlled by the lift operator (attendant). Pressing the DOWN switch unfolds the barrier. The outer barrier is cylinder-powered to automatically fold (rotate) to the vertical position as shown when the UP switch is pressed (barrier raises before platform raises).

Interlock: The outer barrier senses weight to prohibit lift operation. The lift will not function if the outer barrier is occupied.

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Note: Platform must raise approximately three inches before latch engages fully.

Outer Barrier

Fully-Unfolded Barrier (Ramp position)

Fully-Folded

Outer Barrier

(Up-vertical)

Disengaged

Outer Barrier

Latch

Operation Notes and Details

Lift Features (continued)

Discontinue lift operation immediately if the outer barrier does not operate properly.

Outer Barrier Latch: A spring-

loaded latch engages the outer

Latch Foot

barrier when the barrier rotates upward from ramp position to the vertical position (UP switch is pressed to raise the platform above ground level). Note: The platform must raise approximately three inches before the latch engages fully (see photos on

previous page).

Interlock: Lift platform movement shall be interrupted unless the outer barrier is raised (vertical position) and the outer barrier latch is positively engaged.

Fully-Engaged Outboard Barrier Latch

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Operation Notes and Details

After the platform is fully lowered, the attendant should continue to press the DOWN switch to unfold the outer barrier fully (ramp position). Note: The barrier must be fully unfolded until the entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level. Discontinue lift

operation immediately if the outer barrier or latch do not operate properly.

Bridging: The NL incorpo-

rates a bridging feature. This feature stops the down travel of the platform if the outboard end of the platform contacts a raised surface (such as a curb), preventing the operator from lowering the inboard end of the platform.

The latch disengages the barrier when the platform lowers fully (reaches ground level) and the latch foot contacts the ground (latch raises above the barrier).

Outer Barrier and Latch Operation: The lift attendant must

press the DOWN switch to lower the platform fully to the ground. The attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be cer- tain the entire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground. Stop pressing the DOWN switch if any portion of the platform is obstructed while descending or the entire platform does not reach ground level for any rea- son (contact with an obstruction, mechanical failure, exceeding

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etc.).

Handrails: Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair passenger (or standee) use. The handrails unfold automatically to the deployed (horizontal) position when the lift unfolds and automatically fold to the stowed (vertical) position when the platform folds.

If able, passengers should grip both handrails when on the lift platform. Discontinue

lift operation immediately if the handrails do not operate properly.

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Operation Notes and Details

ity of the lift. The lift attendant should not ride on the platform with the passenger.

Passenger Orientation (Boarding Direction): Braun NL Series

wheelchair lifts accommodate both inboard and outboard facing wheelchair passengers or standees. Inboard facing of wheelchair lift passengers is not prohibited, but outboard facing of passengers is recommended by The Braun Corporation.

Braun NL Series lifts permit both inboard and outboard facing of wheelchair and mobility aid users and accommodate persons using walkers, crutches, canes or braces or who otherwise have

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Standees: Lift Operating Instructions apply to wheelchair passengers and standees. Standees should stand in the center of the platform (fully inside the yellow boundaries) and grip both handrails (if able) when on platform.

Yellow Boundaries: The passenger must be positioned in the center of the platform to prevent side-to-side load imbalance. The lift attendant (operator) should not ride on the platform with the passenger.

Yellow platform loading boundar-

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manner. The yellow powdercoated inner roll stop and outer barrier identify the inboard and outboard ends of the platform. A yellow powder-coated guard is lo-

If you are an attendant operating the lift, it is your responsibility to perform safe loading and unloading procedures. Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and/or procedures required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers.

The lift operator and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift operates. Observe your passenger at all times during lift operation.

Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or

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on the platform area. Do not exceed the 800 pound load capac-

Lift Passengers

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Operation Notes and Details

cated on the pump-side platform side plate. A yellow boundary VWULSGHFDOLVDIÀ[HGWRWKHRSposite platform side plate. Yellow plastic caps are placed on the dual handrails.

The threshold warning plate is powder-coated yellow to identify the platform threshold area. Interlock: A visible and audible threshold warning system will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is one

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The attendant must always be certain the wheelchair passenger or standee is properly positioned on the platform (fully inside yel- low boundaries) and the wheelchair brakes are locked when a passenger is on the lift platform.

The lift passenger must keep hands, arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of all moving parts.

Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading and Unloading: The platform

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and the bridge plate must be properly positioned when loading or unloading passengers in or out of the vehicle. It is the respon-

sibility of the lift attendant to ensure the platform and the bridge plate are properly posiWLRQHGDWÁRRUOHYHOZKHQORDGing and unloading passengers.

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Whenever a passenger is on the platform, the:

• Passenger must be positioned fully

inside yellow

boundaries

• Wheelchair brakes must be locked

• Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be UP

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Operation Notes and Details

The wheelchair brakes must be locked, the outer barrier

must be in the fully-up (vertical) position and the outer barrier latch must be fully engaged

whenever a passenger is on the platform.

Do not use the outer barrier as a brake. Stop and brake the wheelchair when fully loaded on the platform. Manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs. Stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls. Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on the platform.

If the outer barrier, inner roll stop, handrails or any other lift component does not operate as

Lift Passengers (continued)

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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.

outlined in this manual, discontinue lift use immediately and

contact The Braun Corporation sales representative in your area or call The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT

. One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect your lift.

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Operation Notes and Details

Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts

The Braun Corporation recommends wheelchair passengers position and buckle their wheel-

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Operation Procedure Review

The Braun Corporation recommends that transit agency supervisors and wheelchair lift attendants review the safety precautions and operation procedures appearing in this manual and on lift-posted decals with your wheelchair lift sales representative (dealer), before attempting lift operation.

Any questions or concerns can be answered by the sales representative at that time. Operate the lift through all functions with your sales representative on hand to ensure the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift is understood.

chair-equipped seat belt (torso restraint) before loading onto a wheelchair lift.

Different types of disabilities require different types of wheelchairs and different types of wheelchair-equipped occupant restraint belt systems (torso restraints). It is the responsibility of the wheelchair passenger to have his or her wheelchair equipped with an occupant restraint (seat belt) under the direction of their health care professional.

Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and/or procedures required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers.

Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Transit agency supervisors should train and educate their lift attendants on the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift if it is not possible for the attendants to review the safety precautions and operation procedures with the wheelchair lift sales representative.

The lift operator's manual must

be stored in the lift-mounted manual storage pouch at all times.

Preventive Maintenance:

Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and troublefree lift operation. General preventive lift maintenance consisting of care- ful inspections of the lift system and cleaning the lift should be

Operation Notes and Details

a part of your transit agency's daily lift service program. 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, environmental conditions, or heavy usage may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures.

Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the

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in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided on pages

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Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed by authorized service

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in this manual. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

41-49 of this manual. Refer to the Maintenance and Lubrication section for further details.

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Lift Operating Instructions

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Whenever a passenger is on the platform, the:

• Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries

• Wheelchair brakes must be locked

• Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be UP

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

Before lift operation, park the ve-

hicle on a level surface, away from

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transmission in "Park" and engage the parking brake.

Lift Operating Instructions photos depict lift model NL917IB. Instructions and procedures are applicable for all NL Series lift models. Lift-posted Warnings and Lift Operating Instructions decal 30695 provides lift operating instructions. Replace any missing, worn or illegible decals.

If your lift does not function as intended or an audible warning signal is activated, review the NHTSA Operations Checklist on page 32. Follow the Manual Operating Instructions on pages 33-37 in the event of a power or equipment failure.

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Open Door(s) and Secure

To Unfold Platform:

Stand clear and press the UN-

FOLD switch until the platform stops (reaches ÁRRUOHYHO- unfolds

fully). Release switch.

Note: In event platform does

not unfold, press FOLD switch to release Lift-Tite

™

latches.

To Unload Passenger:

1. Read Note below! Load passen-

ger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes.

Note: Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow bound- aries, outer barrier must be UP and outer barrier latch must be engaged.

Lift Operating Instructions

DOWN

FOLD

UNFOLD

32525

32526

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To Unload Passenger (continued):

2. Press DOWN switch until the entire platform reaches ground level

(see Photo B) and the outer barrier unfolds fully (ramp position). See Photo C. Release switch.

3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform.

Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the

entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the outer barrier. See Photos E and F on page 30 also.

Lift Operating Instructions

DOWN

FOLD

UNFOLD

32525

32526

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Lift Operating Instructions

To Load Passenger:

1. Read Notes below! Load pas-

senger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes. See Photo G.

Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the

entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the outer barrier. See Photos E and F.

Note: Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow bound- aries.

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To Load Passenger (continued):

2. Press UP switch (Photo I) to fold

outer barrier UP fully (vertical

- see Photo H), and raise the platform to ÁRRUOHYHO. See Photo J. Release switch.

3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and

unload passenger from platform.

To Fold Platform:

Press FOLD switch until platform stops (fully folded). See Photos K and L. Release switch.

Close Door(s)

DOWN

FOLD

UNFOLD

32525

32526

DOWN

FOLD

UNFOLD

32525

32526

Lift Operating Instructions

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NHTSA Operations Checklist

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Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift door is closed, ensuring the lift is stowed.

Lift operation shall be prevented unless the vehicle is stopped and vehicle movement is prevented.

The platform will not fold/stow if occupied.

The inner roll stop will not raise if occupied.

The outer barrier will not raise if occupied.

Verify platform lighting* when lift is deployed and pendant illumination when it is powered.

An audio warning (and visual warning for public lifts) will activate if the threshold area is occupied when

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Lowering the platform beyond the inner roll stop locking position is allowed only when the inner roll stop is locked in position.

Lift platform movement shall be interrupted unless the outer barrier is raised and the outer barrier latch is positevely engaged.

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installation. This operational checklist can be used at any time to verify the lift is fully functional.

*Public use vehicle manufacturers are responsible

for complying with the lift lighting requirements in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 404, Platform Lift Installations in Motor Vehicles (49 CFR

571.404).

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Manual Operating Instructions

If you experience power or equipment failure, refer to the Manual Operating Instructions to operate the lift. Instructions and photos are provided for

all steps that differ from standard lift operation procedures. The Manual Instructions decal (posted inside pump cover) provides manual operating

Hand

Pump

Handle

Turn wing 1/4 turn.

Rotate top clip to access handle.

Pump Cover

Lock

Unlock

instructions also. Note: A right side pump lift model is depicted in the photos. Left side pump applications are a mirrored image. Refer to the Lift Operat-

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Manual Operating Instructions

Release Valve

maximum

30 inch lbs

minimum

15 inch lbs

seats

(stops)

approximate

1/16" intervals

Valve Tightening

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Once valve seats (stops), tighten 15 to 30 inch pounds as shown.

Release Valve

Note: Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump.

Hand Pump

ing Instructions for all normal lift operation procedures (such as loading and unloading passengers). Follow all Lift Operation

Safety Precautions!

Remove the pump cover to gain access to the pump handle and the hand pump. See photos on page 33. To remove the pump cover, turn the wing nut located

on top 1/4 turn and lift the pump cover off. The pump handle is inside this cover secured by two clips. Rotate the top clip to remove the pump handle.

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Manual Operating Instructions

Remove pump cover to access hand pump and pump handle as outlined on page 33. Refer to release valve photos and illustration on page 34.

To Unfold Platform (Out):

Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn counterclockwise (open 1/2 turn only) until the platform reaches ground level and roll stop unfolds.

Using hand pump handle (Photo B):

1. Close hand pump valve (place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise).

2. Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully (stops).

3. Open hand pump valve (turn counterclockwise) until platform

UHDFKHVÁRRUOHYHOOpen 1/2 turn only.

4. Close hand pump valve (turn

clockwise).

Note: Valve must be tight, but do not overtighten.

Stroking

Hand

Pump

Down (To Lower):

Open

(Down)

(Up/Stop)

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Stroking

Hand

Pump

Open

(Down)

(Up/Stop)

Up (To Raise):

Manual Operating Instructions

Using hand pump handle:

1. Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise to close securely. See Photo D.

Note: Valve must be tight, but do not overtighten.

2. Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform reaches ÁRRUOHYHO(see Photo E).

To Fold Platform (In):

Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform stops (folds fully). See Photo E.

Remove pump cover to access hand pump and pump handle as outlined on page 33. Refer to release valve photos and illustration on page 34.

Note: Close backup pump release valve securely before operating electric pump.

Store pump handle and install pump cover as outlined on page

37.

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Manual Operating Instructions

To Store Pump Handle:

1. Insert bottom of handle behind bottom clip. See page 33.

2. Rotate top clip to secure (lock) handle.

To Install Pump Cover:

1. Position cover over module back cover and red warning light. See Photo F.

2. Align outside cover lip with bottom cover offset and insert outside cover. See Photo G.

3. Insert wing stud and rotate 1/4 turn to lock cover. See Photo H.

Align and insert bottom of cover.

Lock

Unlock

Position cover over red light.

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LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPEN DOOR(S) AND SECURE

TO UNFOLD PLATFORM:

Stand clear and press UNFOLD switch until platform stops (reaches floor level).

Note: In event platform does not unfold, press FOLD switch to release Lift-Tite™ latches.

TO UNLOAD PASSENGER:

1. Load passenger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes.

2. Press DOWN switch until entire platform reaches ground level and outer barrier unfolds fully.

3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform.

TO LOAD PASSENGER:

1. Load passenger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes.

2. Press UP switch to fold outer barrier up and raise platform to floor level.

3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform.

TO FOLD PLATFORM:

Press FOLD switch until platform stops. Release switch.

CLOSE DOOR(S)

DOT — Public Use Lift

30695

Whenever a wheelchair passenger is on the platform, the:

• Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries

• Wheelchair brakes must be locked

• Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

• Read manual before operating lift.

• Load and unload on level surface only.

• Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.

• Provide adequate clearance outside of vehicle to accommodate lift.

• Do not operate lift if you suspect lift damage, wear or any abnormal condition.

• Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which lift operates.

29052

29823

Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Decals and Antiskid

Decals

The lift is only as safe as the operator. Replace any missing, worn or illegible decals! Part

numbers are provided for decals. Inspect your lift for missing, worn or illegible decals. Call 1-800-THE LIFT

for replacements.

31412

21494

30695

Note: Clean surfaces as detailed on page 40 before posting decals.

25675

29823

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Lift installation and servicing prohibited by anyone who has not been certified by The Braun Corporation Sales and Service School. Certified service technicians should call 1-800-THE LIFT to receive applicable installation/service manual. Failure to follow this policy may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

25675

21494

LIFT POWER

OFF

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read warnings and operate lift as outlined on LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS decal. Lift operating instructions apply to wheelchair passengers and standees.

Standees: Standees must stand at center of platform (fully inside yellow boundaries), grip handrails and lower head.

Interlocks: Interlocks vary in type and operation. Interlocks must be operational as defined in NHTSA Operations Checklist.

DOT — Public Use Lift

31045

OPEN

VALVE

UNLOCK

LOCK

TO REMOVE PUMP HANDLE:

1. Rotate top clip.

Using hand pump handle:

TO UNFOLD PLATFORM (OUT):

1. Close hand pump valve

(turn clockwise).

2. Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully (stops).

3. Open hand pump valve (turn counterclockwise) until platform reaches floor level. Open 1/2 turn only.

4. Close hand pump valve (turn clockwise).

DOWN (TO LOWER):

Open hand pump valve (turn counterclockwise). Open 1/2 turn only.

UP (TO RAISE):

1. Close hand pump valve

(turn clockwise).

2. Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level.

TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):

Insert handle in pump and stroke.

Note: Close valve before operating electric pump.

TO STORE PUMP HANDLE:

1. Insert bottom of handle

behind bottom clip.

2. Rotate clip to lock.

DOT — Public Use Lift

31412

MANUAL OPERATION

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Decals and Antiskid

25580

32410

57 – Outer barrier is not up and latched and

ground detect switch did not deactivate (Century and Vista only)

58 – Outer barrier is not up and latched and the

platform is 3

" above the ground

59 – Outer barrier is not up after pausing

platform travel

60 – The kickout gas springs are worn, replace

before using

75 – Low voltage detected; must turn off power

switch to reset LCD

77 – Vehicle secure interlock has not been

activated

90 – Position will be set if you keep holding the

button until it beeps

91 – Position is out of a predetermined

acceptable range of floor position 92 – Bridge switch is not made, needs adjusting 93 – Inner rollstop occupied switch is not made,

position needs to be moved or switch

should be adjusted 94 – Outer barrier is not made, fix and try again 95 – Outer barrier latch is not made (check for

jumper on Century and Vista lifts, check

latch on Millennium lifts) 99 – Controller program is not valid; replace

controller

Flashing Numbers

Flashing 65 – Unfold button is pressed Flashing 66 – Fold button is pressed Flashing 67 – Down button is pressed Flashing 68 – Up button is pressed Flashing 69 – Bridge switch is activated Flashing 70 – Outer barrier latch switch is

activated Flashing 71 – Ground detect switch is activated Flashing 72 – Outer barrier up switch is activated Flashing 73 – Inner rollstop up switch is activated Flashing 74 – Inner rollstop occupied switch is

activated Flashing 76 – Outboard barrier occupied switch

is activated Flashing 78 – Threshold tape switch “A” is

activated Flashing 79 – Threshold tape switch “B” is

activated Flashing 80 – Position set button is pressed Flashing 81 – Single function UP / FOLD /

CLOSE button is pressed Flashing 82 – Single function OPEN / UNFOLD /

DOWN button is pressed Flashing 87 – CLOSE button is pressed Flashing 88 – OPEN button is pressed Flashing 89 – Door full open switch is activated

(or jumper is installed on control

board)

LCD Lift Codes

Listed below are codes that the lift controller outputs during lift operation. The codes will be displayed on an LCD screen located on the lift control board inside the pump module.

Non-Flashing Numbers

01 – Platform stowed 02 – Platform unfolding 03 – Platform unfolding paused 04 – Platform at floor level 05 – Platform beginning to lower 06 – Platform lowering (threshold cannot be

occupied from this point down)

07 – Outer barrier moving to horizontal

position 08 – Platform at ground level 09 – Outer barrier moving to vertical position 10 – Platform raising 11 – Platform raising paused at floor 12 – Platform folding (limited pressure) 13 – Platform folding (full pressure) 14 – Timed fold (cinching lift tite) or (anti-rattle

state) 15 – Platform folding stopped 16 – Paused fold 17 – Platform between ground and 3

" above

ground 18 – Platform above 3

19 – Outer barrier moving to horizontal

postion 20 – The doors are not fully opened (only

applicable when door operators are

installed) 21 – The doors are opening (only applicable

when door operators are installed) 22 – The doors are closing (only applicable

when door operators are installed) 28 – Illegal function/not defined 29 – Interlock fault not recognized (or has

been cleared but a motion button is still

pressed) 30 – Platform location unknown 31 – Platform location transition state;

attempting to locate position 35 – Two or more motion buttons are being

pressed 36 – The retention belt cannot be buckled

while trying to fold or unfold 37 – Motion button being pressed is not a

valid motion 50 – Outer barrier is not up above inboard

barrier locked position 51 – Threshold is occupied when platform is

" or more below floor level

52 – Inner rollstop is not up and locked below

inner rollstop locked position 53 – Inner rollstop occupied sensor is not

activated between floor and inner rollstop

up position 54 – Outer barrier is occupied before it is up 55 – Outer barrier is not latched when above

the inner rollstop locked position

(Millennium only) 56 – Outer barrier is not up and latched and

bridge switch did not deactivate

32410

32201

PLATFORM FOLD RELIEF VA LVE ADJUSTMENT

Platform Fold Relief Valve:

See service manual for adjustment procedure.

30787

Improper handling and/or servicing procedures may result in electrostatic discharge (ESD)! ESD may result in electronic module damage.

U T I O N

30787

25580

Decals

31132

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31132

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Adjust switch as specified in installation/service manual.

HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

Improper hydraulic pressure switch adjustment may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

27154

Rotate to floor before

operating lift.

32845

UTION

32845

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Decals and Antiskid

29051

MANUAL OPERATION

Turn wing 1/4 turn for hand pump access.

29051

Lock

Unlock

1" Wide Yellow Boundary Tape

30236R

(order by the inch as needed)

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Contact The Braun Corporation before adjusting hydraulic pressure relief valve. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

22249

25652

18229

25652

MADE IN

AMERICA

Quality inspected

By:



18229

22249

Decals

Inspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid. Order as needed. Note: Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol before decal or antiskid application. Use a clean cloth or paper towels. Do not use oily shop rags. Wipe surface free of residue with dry portion of cleaning cloth.

Replace missing or worn antiskid. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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2" x 12" Black #24172-BK

2" x 12" Yellow #24172-YL

3" x 8" Black #31188-BK

3" x 12" Black #24173-BK

3" x 12" Yellow #24173-YL

6" x 12" Black #24174-BK

6" x 12" Yellow #24174-YL

Size Color Part No.

Available Antiskid

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Maintenance and Lubrication

Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure safe, troublefree operation. Inspecting the lift for any wear, damage or other abnormal conditions should be a part of all transit agencies's daily service program. Simple inspections can detect potential problems.

The maintenance and lubrication procedures VSHFLÀHGLQWKHIROORZLQJVFKHGXOHmust be per- formed by a Braun authorized service representative at the scheduled intervals according to the number of cycles.

NL Series lifts are equipped with hardened pins and self-lubricating bushings to decrease wear, provide smooth operation and extend the service life of the lift.

When servicing the lift at the recommended intervals, inspection and lubrication procedures

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repeated. Clean the components and the surrounding area before applying lubricants.

LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is recommended where Light Oil is called out. Use of improper lubricants can attract dirt or other contaminants which could result in wear or damage to the components. Platform components exposed to contaminants when lowered to the ground may require extra attention.

Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be per-

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by an authorized service technician. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Lift components requiring grease are lubricated during assembly procedures. When these components are replaced, grease must be applied during

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available from The Braun Corporation (part numbers provided on page 42).

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Maintenance and Lubrication

All listed inspection, lubrication and maintenance procedures should be repeated at “750 cycle” intervals following the scheduled “4500 Cycles” maintenance. These intervals are a general guideline for scheduling maintenance procedures and will vary according to lift use and conditions. Lifts exposed to severe conditions (weather, environment, contamination, heavy usage, etc.) may require inspection and maintenance proce-

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Maintenance Indicator: The Lift Ready green LED mounted on top of the pump cover will begin to blink after every 750 cycles. The blinking LED will not affect the functions of the lift, but is a

reminder to complete necessary maintenance and lubrication. Once the lift has been serviced, fully stow the lift. Once stowed, press the UP button on the hand pendant and the Floor Level Set button on the back side of the pump cover until the Lift Ready green LED stops blinking.

Discontinue lift use immediately if maintenance and lubrication procedures are not properly performed, or if there is any sign of wear, damage or improper operation. Contact your sales representative or call The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT

. One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect your lift.

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Lubricant Type Lubricant Amount Part No.

See the Maintenance/Lubrication Schedule for recommended applications per number of cycles.

LO - Light Oil

DE - Door-Ease

Light Grease Lubriplate 14 oz. (Multipurpose) Can

LG - Light Grease

15807

15806

15805

Light Penetrating Oil LPS2, General Purpose 11 oz. (30 weight or equivalent) Penetrating Oil Aerosol Can

Stainless Stick Door-Ease 1.68 oz. Style (tube) Stick (tube)

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Lubrication

Diagram

UNFO

Handrail Pivot Pins (2)

Parallel Arm Pivot Pins (8)

Lift-Tite Latches

(Tower Pivot Points - 2) LO

Lift-Tite Latch Dampening Spring

(2 springs - 4 Points) LO

Parallel Arm

Pivot Pins (8)

Inner Roll Stop (IB)

Pivot Points

Outer Barrier Hinge

Pivot Points (2)

Outer Barrier Latch Lever

Outer Barrier Latch LO

Platform Pivot Pin (2 Points)

Platform Fold Axles (2)

Rotating Pivot Slide

Arm UHMW Slide (4)

Rotating Pivot

Slide Arm Pivot Pins

Lift-Tite Latch Roller Assemblies (2)

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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

750

Cycles

Outer barrier hinge pivot points (2)

Outer barrier latch (pivot/slide points)

Outer barrier latch lever pivot points

Lift-Tite

™

latches (tower pivot points - 2)

Lift-Tite

™

latch gas (dampening) spring pivot

points (2 springs - 4 points)

Inspect Lift-Tite

™

latches and gas springs for wear or damage (bent, deformed or misaligned), positive securement (external snap rings) and proper operation

Inspect outer barrier for proper operation

Inspect outer barrier latch for proper operation, positive securement, and detached or missing spring

Inspect lift for wear, damage or any abnormal condition

Inspect lift for rattles

Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram

Resecure, replace defective parts or otherwise correct as needed. Note: Apply Light Grease to Lift-Tite

™

latch tower pivot point if replacing latch.

Correct or replace defective parts.

Correct or replace defective parts and/or relubricate. See Lubrication Diagram

Correct as needed.

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Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram

Correct, replace defective parts and/or relubricate.

Resecure, replace or correct as needed. See Platform Angle Instructions and Microswitch Adjustment Instructions.

Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

Perform all procedures listed in previous section also

Platform pivot pin bearings (2)

Platform fold axles (2)

Inner roll stop lever bearings (2)

Inner roll stop lever slot (2)

Rotating pivot slide arm pivot pins (2)

Parallel arm pivot bearings (16)

Handrail pivot pin bearings (4)

Hydraulic cylinder bushings (8)

Inspect Lift-Tite

™

latch rollers for wear or damage,

positive securement and proper operation (2)

Inspect inner roll stop for:

• Wear or damage

• Proper operation. Roll stop should just rest on top surface of the base plate.

• Positive securement (both ends)

1500

Cycles

continued

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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

Perform all procedures listed in previous section also

Inspect handrail components for wear or damage, and for proper operation

Inspect microswitches for securement and proper adjustment.

Make sure lift operates smoothly

Inspect external snap rings:

• Handrail pivot pins (2 per pin)

• Platform slide/rotate pivot pins (2 per pin)

• Platform fold axles (1 per axle)

• Inner roll stop lever bracket pins (1 per pin)

• Lift-Tite

™

latch gas (dampening) spring (2 per

spring)

Inspect platform fold axles and bearings for wear or damage and positive securement

Replace defective parts.

Resecure, replace or adjust as needed. See Microswitch Adjustment Instructions.

Realign towers and vertical arms. Lubricate or correct as needed.

Resecure or replace if needed.

Replace defective parts and resecure as needed. Apply Light Oil.

1500

Cycles

continued

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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

Resecure, replace or correct as needed

Use Braun 32840-QT (Exxon

Univis HVI 26)

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lowered fully and roll stop unfolded fully. Fill

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(neck).

Tighten, repair or replace if needed.

Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin (2)

Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Note: Fluid should be changed if there is visible contamination.

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for wear, damage or leaks

Inspect outer barrier cylinder hose assembly (hose, fasteners, connections, etc.) for wear, damage or leakage (if equipped)

4500

Cycles

Perform all procedures listed in previous sections also

1500

Cycles

Resecure, replace or correct as needed.Remove pump module cover and inspect:

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wear or leaks

• Harness cables, wires, terminals and connec-

tions for securement or damage

• Control board, circuit breaker, power switch and

lights for securement or damage

continued

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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

Perform all procedures listed in previous section also

Replace if needed.

Tighten or replace if needed.

Replace defective parts and resecure as needed. Apply Light Grease during reassembly procedures.

Replace if needed.

Tighten, replace or correct as needed

Apply Door-Ease or replace if needed. See Lubrication Diagram.

Resecure or replace if needed.

Resecure, repair or replace if needed.

Inspect parallel arms, bushings and pivot pins for visible wear or damage

Inspect parallel arm pivot pin mounting bolts (8)

Inspect platform pivot pin, bushings and vertical arms for wear, damage and positive securement

Inspect upper/lower fold arms, rotating pivot slide arms, slide support arms and associated pivot pins, bushings, and bearings for visible wear or damage

Inspect gas springs (cylinders) for wear or damage, proper operation and positive securement

Inspect rotating pivot slide arm UHMW slide bearings (buttons)

Inspect vertical arm plastic covers

Inspect power cable

4500

Cycles

continued

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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule

Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the vehicle and there are no loose bolts, broken welds, or stress fractures.

Replace decals if worn, missing or illegible. Replace antiskid if worn or missing. See Decals and Antiskid section on pages 38-40.

Mounting

Decals and Antiskid

4500

Cycles

Repeat all previously listed inspection, lubrication and maintenance procedures at 750 cycle intervals.

Consecutive

750 Cycle

Intervals

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Over 300 Braun

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Operator's Manual

The Braun Corporation of Winamac, Indiana, warrants its wheelchair lift against defects in material and workmanship for up to five years*, providing the lift is installed, operated and maintained properly and in conformity with this manual. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and does not cover defects in the motor vehicle on which it is installed, or defects in the lift caused by a defect in any part of the motor vehicle. This warranty commences on the date the lift is put into service, providing the warranty registration card is completed and received by The Braun Corporation within twenty days of purchase. If no warranty card is received, the warranty will expire three years from the date of manufacture as identified on the lift serial number tag. This warranty also covers the cost of labor for the repair or replacement of parts for three years when performed by an approved Braun Dealer. (A labor schedule determines cost allowance for repairs, which can be provided upon request by an approved Braun Dealer). This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service, or periodic adjustments necessitated by use or wear. The Braun Corporation will not, under any circumstances, pay for loss of use, incidental or consequential damages related to the lift, or vehicle in which it is installed. This warranty will become null and void if the lift has been damaged through accident, misuse, or neglect, or if the lift has been altered in any respect. * The five-year portion of this warranty covers the following lift’s power train parts:

• Chain • Cylinder • Flow Control • Gear Box • Motor • Pump • Hydraulic Hose & Fittings

• Solid State Controller All remaining lift components are covered by a three-year warranty.

Millennium Series Lift

Braun “Worry-Free”

Five-Year Limited Warranty

30651 Rev. B October 2006

All illustrations, descriptions and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Braun NL Series

Public Use Wheelchair Lifts

Operator's Manual