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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 man ual in lift storage pouch. O p e r u a l Man a t o r ' s For ADA COMPLIANCE For ADA COMPLIANCE Operator's Manual "Providing Access to the World" International Corporate Hdq[...]

Co n gr at ul ati o n s We a t The Brau n Corpora ti o n w i sh t o express our fulles t apprec i a ti o n o n your n ew purchase . W it h you in min d, our sk i lled craf t s m e n have de - s i g n ed a n d asse m bled t he f in es t l i f t ava i lable . Th i s m a n ual in cludes safe t y precau ti o n s, l i f t opera tin g in s t ruc ti o n s[...]

Page 1 Co nt e nt s Lift Terminology Introduction ............................................................... 2 Direction .................................................................... 3 Lift Components .................................................... 3, 4 Lift Actions and Functions ......................................... 5 Lift Ter[...]

Page 2 L i f t Te r min ology Introduction: Braun L915 Millennium Series lifts are ADA compliant and commercial oriented (intended for operation by an attendant). The L915 Millennium Lift Series includes variations of lift models L915, L916, L917, L918 and L919. Model numbers indicate lift dimensions and options. Lift model numbers with suffix “I[...]

Page 3 L i f t Te r min ology The “quick-disconnect” hand-held control switchbox is connected to the pump module. “Quick- disconnect” hand-held controls are available with three types of cable (standard, armored and coiled). The control box is equipped with two color-coded rocker switches, (UNFOLD/FOLD and DOWN/UP). The switches activate th[...]

Page 4 Lift Components (continued) regarding Lift-T ite ™ latches are provided on pages 15 and 16. Outboard Roll Stop: The cylinder-powered automatic outboard roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level. Pho- tos and further details regarding the outboard roll stop are pro- vided in the Pre-Lift Operation Notes [...]

Page 5 L i f t Te r min ology 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 platf[...]

Page 6 T M U N F O L D ( O U T ) F O L D ( IN ) D O WN U P T H E B R A U N C O R P O R A T I O N P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M A C I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I AL N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 IB 01 . 0 1 3 3 . 3 0 . 1 4C D P A T E N T Pump Module ( Rear ) Roll Stop Latch Hand-Held Attendant's Control Box T owers[...]

Page 7 TM U N F O LD ( O U T) F O L D ( I N ) DO W N U P T H E B R A U N C O R P O R A T I O N P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M AC I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I A L N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 I B 0 1 . 0 1 3 3 . 3 0 . 1 4 C D P A T E N T Pump Module ( Rear ) Roll Stop Latch Hand-Held Attendant's Control Box T ower[...]

Page 8 Safety Symbols L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y SAFETY FIRST! Know That.... C CAUTION This symbol indicates important information regarding how to avoid a hazardous situation that could result in minor per- sonal injury or prop- erty damage. A supplements (if included), is provided for your safety. Famil- iarity with proper operation instruct[...]

Page 9 Lift Operation Safety Precautions W A RN I N G If the lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions and/or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. Read manual and supplement(s) before oper[...]

Page 10 Lift Operation Safety Precautions (continued) W A RN I N G If the lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions and/or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. W A RN I N G Whenever a whee[...]

Page 11 L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform. 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. P[...]

Page 12 L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y W A RN I N G Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by authorized (certified) service personnel. 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 Corp[...]

Page 13 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 result in serious bodily [...]

Page 14 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Red DOWN/UP Switch Orange OUT/IN Switch Press switch left for DOWN (To Lower) Press switch right for UP (To Raise) Press switch left for UNFOLD (Out) Press switch right for FOLD (In) General Safety: The lift operator (attendant) and bystanders must keep clear of the area in which the lift op[...]

Page 15 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Lift Features 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. Become familiar with all lift features and the proper opera- tion of the lift components before attempting[...]

Page 16 ing from the stowed position in the event of platform drift. Due to the “all-hydraulic” operation of the dual-cylinder L915, hydraulic fluid expansion, contraction or seep- age 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[...]

Page 17 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls 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. Folding the platform fully first will ensure that the Lift-T ite ™ latches will disengage properly when the release va[...]

Page 18 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Lift Features (continued) (bridging) position when it reaches vehicle floor level. The roll stop must overlap the lift base plate a minimum 1/2". When the FOLD switch is pressed and the platform folds from floor level to the stow (vertical) position, the roll stop/ bridge plate automati[...]

Page 19 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Bridge plate at floor level. 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. Independent Hinged Bridge Plate Fixed Inboard Roll Stop “ non-IB ” photo below right). [...]

Page 20 Note: Platform must raise approximately two inches before latch engages fully . Outboard Roll Stop Fully-Unfolded Roll Stop (Ramp position) Fully-Folded Roll Stop (Up-vertical) Disengaged Roll Stop Latch Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Lift Features (continued) Automatic Outboard Roll Stop (ARS): This cylinder-powered roll[...]

Page 21 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls platform fully to the ground. The attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be certain the entire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground. Stop pressing the DOWN switch if any portion of the platform is ob- structed while descending or the entire platform does not reach ground[...]

Page 22 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls the deployed (horizontal) position when the lift unfolds and auto- matically fold to the stowed (vertical) position when the platform folds. Passengers should grip both handrails when on the lift platform if able . Discontinue lift opera- tion immediately if the hand- rails do not operate pr[...]

Page 23 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Standees: Lift Operating Instruc- tions apply to wheelchair passen- gers and standees. Standees should stand in the center of the platform ( fully inside the yellow boundaries ) and grip both handrails (if able) when on plat- form. Yellow Boundaries: The passen- ger must be positioned in the[...]

Page 24 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls The wheelchair brakes must be locked , the outboard roll stop must be in the fully-up (vertical) position and the roll stop latch must be fully engaged whenever a passenger is on the platform . Do not use the outboard roll stop as a barrier (brake). Stop and brake the wheelchair when fully l[...]

Page 25 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts The Braun Corporation recom- mends wheelchair passengers position and buckle their wheel- 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. Failu[...]

Page 26 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 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls and operation procedures with the wheelchair lift sales represen- tative. The lift owner&[...]

Page 27 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 result in serious bodily [...]

Page 28 L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s Open Door(s) and Secure To Unfold Platform (Out): Stand clear and press the orange UNFOLD (Out) switch until the platform stops (reaches floor level - unfolds fully ). Release switch. Note: In event platform does not unfold, press FOLD switch to release Lift-Tite™ latches. To Unload Passenger: 1. Re[...]

Page 29 L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Unload Passenger (continued) : 2 . Press red DOWN switch until the entire platform reaches ground level (see Photo B ) and the outboard roll stop unfolds fully (ramp position). See Photo C . Release switch. 3 . Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform. Note: Roll stop must be ful[...]

Page 30 F E H G L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Load Passenger: 1 . Read Notes below! Load pas- senger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes. See Photo G . Note: Roll stop must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the roll stop. See Photos E and F . Note: Passenger must be positioned f[...]

Page 31 I J L K L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Load Passenger (continued) : 2 . Press red UP switch (Photo I ) to fold outboard roll stop UP fully (vertical - see Photo H ), and raise the platform to floor level . See Photo J . Re- lease switch. 3 . Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform. To Fold Platform (In): Pres[...]

Page 32 Hand Pump Handle M an u a l Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s 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[...]

Page 33 Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) M an u a l Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on previous page. Note: A rear pump lift model is depicted in the photos. Front pump applications are a mirrored image. To Unfold Platform (Out): DOWN • To Lower Platform: • To Unfold Roll Stop: onto backup pump relea[...]

Page 34 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 handle into backup pum[...]

Page 35 MANUAL OPERATION 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 LOWE[...]

Page 36 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 D ec a ls an d A nti sk i d D ec a ls 25580 TM 12375 Fairfield, NJ USA Oslo, Norway Clearwater, FL USA Kitchener, Ontario Can. Huntington Beach, CA USA Rocklea, Queensland Aust. "Providing Access to the W[...]

Page 37 D ec a ls an d A nti sk i d W A RN I N G Replace missing or worn antiskid. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. 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 1[...]

Page 38 Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble-free lift operation. General preventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine. The L915 has been designed with many self-lubricating compo- nents. Lubricate the pivot points specified on page 39 approxi- mately ever[...]

Page 39 T M U N F O L D ( O U T ) F O L D ( I N ) D O W N U P THE BRAUN CO RP ORAT ION P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M A C I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I A L N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 I B 0 1 . 0 1 3 3 . 3 0 . 1 4 C D P A T E N T Platform Pivot Pin (2 places) Platform Fold Axles (2 places) Independent Bridge Plate ( n[...]

Page 40 W a rr ant y an d Reg i s t r ati o n In s t ruc ti o n s 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 L917IB-A6-09040-35-14CG Sample W arranty/Registration Card Serial No. Model No. Cylinder Cod[...]

Page 41 W a rr ant y an d Reg i s t r ati o n In s t ruc ti o n s Model No. Series No. Serial No. Pump Code Cylinder Code Date of Manufacture Note: Retain this information for future use. Y ou must have this information when filing a warranty claim or ordering[...]

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Operator's Manual MADE IN AMERICA complying with ADA Americans With Disabilities Act For ADA COMPLIANCE For ADA COMPLIANCE Operator's Manual The Bra u n Corporation o f Winamac, Indiana, warrants its wheelchair li f t against de f ects in material and workmanship f or u pt o f ive years*, providing the li f t is installed, operated and ma[...]