Braun VL955 manual

Operator's Manual for: Consumer Wheelchair Lifts KA.** KA.** Operator's Manual Operator's Manual W A RN I N G 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 30197 January 2004 30197 January 2004 Patent #7,413,3[...]

We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen have de- signed and assembled the finest lift available. This manual includes safety precautions, lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions, and instructions for maintenance and lubrica- tion procedures[...]

Contents Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration .................................... 2 Introduction ............................................................ 3 Direction ................................................................. 3 Lift Components .................................................. 3, 4 Lift Actions and Functions ..[...]

Pump Module ( Rear ) Module-mounted Control Switches T owers (2) Pump Side Cylinder Base Plate Unfold Assist Compression Springs (2) T op Parallel Arms (2) Adjustable Guided Stow Blocks (2) Opposite Pump Side Cylinder V ertical Arm Covers (4) Opposite Pump Side V ertical Arm Handrail-mounted Up/Down Switch Platform Side Plates (2) Automatic Outboar[...]

Lift T erminology 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 illustrat[...]

Lift T erminology Page 4 between the lift platform and the vehicle floor when the platform is positioned at floor level. Dual Handrails: Dual handrails are provided for wheelchair passenger use. The handrails automatically unfold to the deployed position when the platform unfolds and fold auto- matically to the stowed position when the platform fol[...]

Lift T erminology Page 5 rotates downward from vertical position to ramp position. UP - Platform Raise: Up is the action of the platform raising from ground level to floor level (fully- raised) position when the UP switch is pressed. UP - Roll Stop Fold (Raise): As the platform begins to raise off the ground, the spring-loaded roll stop rotates fro[...]

Safety Symbols Lift Operation Safety SAFETY FIRST! Know That ... supplements (if included), is provided for your safety. Famil- iarity 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 provi[...]

Lift Operation Safety Precautions Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Read and become familiar with all safety precautions, pre-lift 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 li[...]

W A RN I N G Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: • Wheelchair brakes must be locked • Roll stop(s) must be up (vertical) • Passenger should grip both handrails (if able). Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic. Do not overload or abuse. The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering functions - [...]

Lift Operation Safety Platform must be positioned at floor level (bridge plate height) when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle. Do not use platform roll stop as a barrier (brake). Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform (manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs — stop powered wheel- chairs with the wheelchair controls).[...]

Lift Operation Safety W A RN I N G W A RN I N G W A RN I N G W A RN I N G W A RN I N G W A RN I N G W A RN I N G Page 10 Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Keep this operator's manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch when not in use. Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation lift. Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The B[...]

Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are consumer oriented (designed t o allow operation by the wheelchair passenger). VL955 Series lifts are typically installed in vehicles equipped with fully-automatic door operators. The VL955 provides fully automatic operation of all lift func- tions as well as optional automatic[...]

Page 12 Pump Module Control Switches: The lift-mounted Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Door(s) Platform Press switches upward for these functions: Press switches downward for these functions: CLOSE IN (Fold) UP OPEN OUT (Unfold) DOWN Door(s) Platform Yellow Orange Red Yellow Orange Red operates (clear of all moving parts). The lift occupant ([...]

Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details UP DOWN Handrail UP/DOWN Switch: A spring-loaded horizontal-slide style switch is built in the right (front) handrail. The handrail UP/ DOWN switch activates the platform and the roll stop (same as pump-mounted UP/DOWN switch). Slide the switch knob out to the UP position to raise the platform. Slide the knob i[...]

Page 14 Bridge Plate: The hinged bridge plate assembly bridges the gap between the lift platform and the vehicle floor when the platform is positioned at floor level. When the OUT (Unfold) switch is pressed and the platform unfolds from stow position to floor level, the bridge plate is automatically deployed to the bridging (hori- zontal) position.[...]

Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Fully-Unfolded Roll Stop (Ramp position) Activation Feet Fully-Folded Roll Stop (Up-vertical) Page 15 Automatic Outboard Roll Stop: The outboard roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level (see photos at left). When the platform lowers fully to ground level, the roll stop acti[...]

Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Page 16 W A RN I N G 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. After the platform is fully lowered (entire platform reaches the ground), the roll stop must remain in the fully unfolded (ramp) pos[...]

Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Page 17 Switches section). Discontinue lift operation immediately if the handrails do not operate properly. Lift Passengers Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or other apparatus that does not fit on the platform area. Do not exceed the 800 pound load capacity of the lift. Passenger Ori[...]

W A RN I N G 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. The Braun Corporation recom- mends wheelchair passengers position and buckle their wheel- chair-equipped seat belt ([...]

vehicle with the sales representative on hand to ensure the lift is right for you as the end user (applicable for your use based on your physical abilities and the physical characteristics of your personal wheelchair). Become familiar with the proper operation of your lift before operating the lift by yourself. This lift operator’s manual must be[...]

W A RN I N G Maintenance and lubrication proce- dures must be per- formed by authorized service personnel as specified in the applicable installa- tion/service manual. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. Pr e-Lift Operation Notes and Details Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the place of [...]

Lift Operating Instructions W A RN I N G Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions, pre-lift 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 immedi- ately. Failure to do so may resul[...]

Lift Operating Instructions To Open Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow OPEN switch until door(s) are fully open . Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually open door(s) fully and secure. To Unfold Platform (Out): Press orange OUT switch until platform stops (unfolds fully – reaches floor level). Release switch. A B C D Page 22[...]

DOWN Lift Operating Instructions 2. Press red DOWN switch until the entire platform reaches ground level (stops) and roll stop unfolds fully (see Photos H and I). Re- lease switch. Handrail Switch: Slide knob in to DOWN position. See Photo G. G To Unload Passenger: 1. Read notes below! Load passen- ger onto platform facing outward and lock wheelcha[...]

Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger: (continued) 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform. Note: Roll stops must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop. See Photos K and L. K J L Page 24 I[...]

UP Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger: 1. Load passenger onto platform facing outward and lock wheel- chair brakes . Note: Roll stops must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop. See Photos K and L. 2. Press red UP switch until platform stops (reaches floor level). Re- lease switch. Handra[...]

To Load Passenger (continued) : 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and load passenger from platform into vehicle. Note: Lower head to clear door jamb header. To Fold Platform (In): Press orange IN switch until platform stops (fully folded). Release switch. Lift Operating Instructions S Q R T Page 26[...]

Lift Operating Instructions To Close Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow CLOSE switch until door(s) are fully closed . Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually close door(s) fully . U Page 27[...]

Manual Operating Instructions If you experience power or equip- ment 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 proce- dures. Manual Instructions Decal 27146 (posted on pump cover) provides manual operating instruc- tions also. [...]

Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on previous page. To Unfold Platform (Out): Using hand pump handle (Photo B): a. Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn counterclockwise (open — 1/2 turn only ) until the platform reaches floor level ( full[...]

Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) E Using hand pump handle: a. 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. b. Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level (see Photo E). To Fold Platform (In): Insert ha[...]

29048 24490 Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. W A RN I N G 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 de[...]

2" x 12" Black #24172-BK 2" x 12" Y ellow #24172-YL 3" x 12" Black #24173-BK 3" x 12" Y ellow #24173-YL 6" x 12" Black #24174-BK 6" x 12" Y ellow #24174-YL Size Color Part No. A vailable Antiskid Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Inspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid. Order as need[...]

Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and troublefree lift operation. General preventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine. The VL955 has been designed with many self-lubricating compo- nents. Lubricate the pivot points specified on page 34 approxi- mately every four w[...]

Platform Pivot Pins (2) Platform Fold Axles (2) Maintenance and Lubrication Note: LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is available in eleven ounce aerosol cans from The Braun Corporation (part number 15807). Note: Clean lubrication points before applying lubricant. Roll Stop Hinge Pivot Points (2) and Outboard Platform Pivot Pins (2) Roll Stop Act[...]

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 W arranty and Registration Instructions Sample W arranty/Registration Card Serial No. Model No. Cylinder Code Series No. Pump Code Immediately upon receiving [...]

W arranty and Registration Instructions Model No. Series No. Serial No. Pump Code Cylinder Code Date of Manufacture Note: This information must be provided when filing a warranty claim or ordering parts. Keep for future use. Page 36[...]

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KA.** KA.** Operator's Manual Operator's Manual Vista Series TM Commer cial Wheelchair Lifts Consumer Wheelchair Lifts KA.** KA.** Vista Series TM VL955 Vista Series VL955 Vista Series TM TM All illustrations, descriptions and specifications in this manual are based on the latest pr oduct information available at the time of publication. [...]