Ficha Braum L955 Millennium Series

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Congratulations

We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciationon 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.

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

Lift Terminology

Lift Terminology Illustration .................................... 2

Introduction ............................................................ 3

Direction ................................................................. 3

Lift Components ...................................................3-5

Lift Actions and Functions ...................................5, 6

Lift Operation Safety

Safety Symbols ...................................................... 7

Lift Operation Safety Precautions ......................8-11

Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details

General Safety ................................................ 12, 13

Lift Control Switches ....................................... 13, 14

Lift Features

Bridge Plate ................................................... 15

Automatic Floor Level Switching .................... 15Automatic Roll Stops .................................16-18

Roll Stop Latch ............................................... 18

Latch Operation ........................................ 18, 19

Bridging .......................................................... 19

Handrails ........................................................19

Lift Passengers

Passenger Orientation (Boarding Direction) ... 20

Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading and

Unloading .......................................................20

Wheelchair-equipped Occupant Seat Belts .......... 21

Operation Procedure Review .......................... 21, 22

Preventive Maintenance..................................22, 23

Lift Operating Instructions ............................24-30

Manual Operating Instructions .....................31-33

Decals and Antiskid ...................................... 34, 35

Maintenance and Lubrication ......................36, 37

Warranty and Registration Instructions ...... 38, 39


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PumpModule(Rear)

Roll Stop Latch

Module-mountedControl Switches

Towers (2)

Pump Side

Cylinder

Base Plate

Unfold Assist Compression Springs (2)

Top Parallel Arms (2)

Adjustable Quiet-Ride Bumper

Opposite Pump Side Cylinder

Vertical Arm Covers (4)Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm

Handrail-mounted Up/Down Switch

Roll Stop Cylinder(not visible -underside of platform)

Platform Side Plates (2)

Automatic Roll Stop (ARS)

PlatformRotating PivotSlide Arms (2)

Platform Pivot Arms (2)

Pump Side Vertical Arm

Bottom ParallelArms (2)

OutboardLeft (Rear)

Right (Front)Inboard

Lift TerminologyIllustration

Side Entry Roll Stop (L955SE only)

Bridge Plate

Handrails (2)

Bridge PlateExtension

L955U: Roll stop cylinderand latch are on oppositeside of platform.


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Lift Terminology

Introduction:

Braun L955 Millennium Serieslifts are consumer oriented(designed to allow operation bythe wheelchair passenger). L955lift models provide fully automaticoperation of all lift functions aswell as optional automatic dooroperators (if so equipped).

The L955 Millennium Lift Seriesincludes variations of L955SEand L955U lift models. Lift modelnumbers indicate platform/rollstop configuration and physicaldimensions. A standard L955SElift model is depicted in the LiftTerminology Illustration. Thebridge plate extension is bolted to

the bridge plate (as shipped). Instepwell applications where

additional platform length isrequired, the extension plate maybe bolted to the heel (inboard

end) of the platform.

Lift operation procedures areidentical for all L955 Series liftmodels. The operating Instruc-tions contained in this manualand appearing on lift-postedoperating instructions decalsaddress the lift control switches

and the corresponding lift func-tions. Instructions are providedfor manual operation of the lift inevent of power or equipmentfailure.

Terminology: Become familiarwith the terminology that will beused throughout this manual.

Become familiar with the identifi-cation of lift components and their

functions. Contact your lift salesrepresentative or call The BraunCorporation at 1-800-THE LIFT if

any of this information is not fullyunderstood.

Direction: The terms "left (rear),""right (front)," "inboard," and"outboard" will be used through-out this manual to indicatedirection (as viewed from outsidethe vehicle looking directly at the

lift). Refer to the Lift TerminologyIllustration for clarification ofdirection terms.

Lift Components

Refer to the Lift TerminologyIllustration for identification of liftcomponents.

Pump Module: The lift-mounted


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Lift Terminology

pump module consists of thehydraulic pump, the manual handpump and electrical components

that power the lift electric/hydrau-lic systems.

Module-mounted ControlSwitches: The pump module isequipped with three color-codedand function-labeled controlswitches (OPEN/CLOSE, IN/OUTand UP/DOWN). The switches

activate the automatic lift func-tions and optional door operators.Further details are provided in theLift Pre-Lift Operation section(page 13).

Lift Frame: The lift frameconsists of the base plate, twotowers, the parallel arms, the

vertical arms, platform pivot armsand the handrails. The two main

hydraulic cylinders are housed inthe parallel arms. The electrical/hydraulic powered lift frame

components mechanically unfold,lower, raise and fold the liftplatform assembly.

Bridge Plate: The bridge plateassembly consists of the bridgeplate (striker back) and the bridgeplate extension (flap). The hingedbridge plate assembly bridges the

gap between the lift platform andthe vehicle floor when the platformis positioned at floor level. Note:The bridge plate extension (flap) isbolted to the bridge plate (asshipped) in the Lift TerminologyIllustration. In stepwell applica-tions where additional platformlength is required, the extension

plate may be bolted to the heel(inboard end) of the platform.

Dual Handrails: Dual handrailsare provided for wheelchairpassenger use. The handrails

automatically unfold to thedeployed position when theplatform unfolds and fold auto-matically to the stowed positionwhen the platform folds. Thepassenger may choose to grip thehandrails when on the lift platform(if applicable). Note:An addi-tional UP/DOWN control switch is

built into the right (front) handrail.

Platform Assembly: The liftplatform assembly consists of thesteel tubing frame with gratingsurface upon which the wheel-chair is positioned, the outboardroll stop, roll stop latch, the sideentry roll stop (SE only), and the

hydraulic cylinder assembly thatpowers the outboard roll stop.


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Lift Terminology

Manual Operation System: Amanual backup hand pump isbuilt into the pump module. The

lift platform can be unfolded,lowered, raised and folded usingthe hand pump. Manual Opera-tion Instructions are provided onpages 31-33.

Lift Actions and Functions

UNFOLD (Out) - Platform

Unfold: Unfold is the action ofthe platform rotating out anddown from the fully-stowed(vertical) position to floor level(horizontal) position when theUNFOLD switch is pressed.

DOWN - Platform Lower: Downis the action of the platform

lowering from floor level positionto fully-lowered (ground level)

position when the DOWN switchis pressed.

DOWN - Roll Stop Unfold(Deploy)- When the platformreaches the fully-lowered(ground) position and the DOWNswitch is continued to bepressed, the outboard roll stopand the side entry roll stop rotatedownward from vertical positionto ramp position.

UP - Roll Stop Fold (Raise):When the lift is fully lowered andthe roll stops are in the rampposition, pressing the UP switchfirst rotates the roll stops upwardfrom ramp position to verticalposition.

UP - Platform Raise: Up is theaction of the platform raising

Automatic Roll Stop(s):L955SE and L955U lift platformsare equipped with a cylinder-

powered outboard roll stop thatprovides a ramp for wheelchairloading and unloading at groundlevel. L955SE platforms areequipped with an outboard rollstop and a side entry roll stop.The side entry roll stop is useful intight parking situations by reducingwheelchair caster turn-out when

boarding and exiting the platform.The two roll stops function to-gether in unison.

Roll Stop Latch: The spring-loaded latch locks the outboardroll stop in the vertical positionwhen the platform raises aboveground level.


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from ground level to floor level(fully-raised) position when theUP switch is pressed.

FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: Foldis the action of the platformrotating up and in from the floorlevel (horizontal) position to fully-stowed (vertical) position whenthe FOLD switch is pressed.

Stowed Position: The lift is

stowed when the lift platform hasbeen fully raised and folded fully(vertical position).

Floor Level: Floor level is theposition (height) the platformassembly reaches in order forthe wheelchair passenger toenter and exit the vehicle (fully

raised). The platform automati-cally stops at floor level when

Lift Terminology

unfolding from the stowedposition and when raising fromground level.

Note: Further details regardinglift control switches and thecorresponding lift functions areprovided in the Pre-Lift OperationNotes and Details section.


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Safety Symbols


SAFETY FIRST! Know That ...

supplements (if included), isprovided for your safety. Famil-iarity with proper operationinstructions as well as propermaintenance procedures are

necessary to ensure safe,troublefree operation. Safetyprecautions are provided toidentify potentially hazardoussituations and provide instructionon how to avoid them.

All information containedin this manual and

Note: Additional information provided to help clarify or detail a specific subject.

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

WARNING

This symbol indicatesimportant safetyinformation regardinga potentially hazard-ous situation thatcould result in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.

CAUTION

This symbol indicatesimportant informationregarding how toavoid a hazardoussituation that couldresult in minor per-sonal injury or prop-erty damage.

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Lift Operation Safety Precautions

Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Read

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

Load and unload on level surface only.

Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.

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

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

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

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If the lift operatinginstructions, manualoperating instructionsand/or lift operationsafety precautions arenot fully understood,contact The Braun

Corporation immedi-ately. Failure to do somay result in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.


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WARNING Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries Wheelchair brakes must be locked

Roll stops must be up (vertical) Roll stop latch must be fully engaged 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- continuous lifting capacity is 800 lbs.

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 seatbelt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform.

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

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Lift Operation Safety Precautions


Platform must be positioned at floor level (bridge plateheight) when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle.

Do not use platform roll stops as a barrier (brake). Stop andbrake wheelchair when loading onto the platform (manuallystop and brake manual wheelchairs stop powered wheel-chairs with the wheelchair controls).

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

Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests onground level (lowered fully) and the outboard roll stop is fullyunfolded (ramp position) before loading or unloading apassenger at ground level.

Outboard platform roll stops must be fully unfolded (rampposition) until the entire wheelchair crosses roll stops whenloading or unloading at ground level.

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

WARNING

If the lift operatinginstructions, manualoperating instructionsand/or lift operationsafety precautions arenot fully understood,

contact The BraunCorporation immedi-ately. Failure to do somay result in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.


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WARNING Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual byauthorized (certified) service personnel.

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 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 prop-erty damage.

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Braun L955 Millennium Series liftsare consumer oriented (designed toallow operation by the wheelchair

passenger). L955 Series lifts aretypically installed in vehiclesequipped with fully-automatic dooroperators. The L955 provides fullyautomatic operation of all lift func-tions as well as optional automaticdoor operators (if so equipped).Note: An attendant must manuallyopen and close lift door(s) in appli-

cations where power dooroperator(s) are not provided.

It is the responsibility of the liftoperator (attendant and/or wheel-chair passenger) to properly activateall power (lift and door) functions.

Read and become familiar with all lift

operation safety precautions, pre-liftoperation notes and details, lift

operating instructions and manualoperating instructions before at-tempting lift operating procedures.

Become familiar with all lift featuresand the proper operation of the liftcomponents beforeattempting liftoperation. Refer to the Lift Terminol-ogy section for identification of anddesrciption of lift components.Contact The Braun Corporationimmediately if any of this information

is not fully understood. Call 1-800-THE LIFT.

General Safety: Before operatingthe lift, always engage the vehicletransmission in Park P and engagethe vehicle parking brake. Liftoperators (attendants), wheelchairpassengers and bystanders must

keep clear of the area in which thepower doors (if equipped), and the lift

WARNING

Read and becomefamiliar with all liftoperation safetyprecautions, pre-liftoperation notes anddetails, operatinginstructions andmanual operatinginstructions prior to

operating the lift. Ifthis information is notfully understood,contact The BraunCorporation immedi-ately. Failure to do somay result in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.


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Pump Module ControlSwitches: The lift-mounted


Door(s) Platform

Press switches upwardfor these functions:

Press switches downwardfor these functions:

CLOSE IN (Fold) UP

OPEN OUT (Unfold) DOWN

Door(s) Platform

Yellow Orange Red

Yellow Orange Red

operates (clear of all movingparts). The lift occupant (passen-ger) must keep hands, arms and

all other body parts within the lift

Control Switches

occupant area and clear ofmoving parts. Follow all liftoperation and wheelchair passen-

ger information detailed in thismanual.

WARNINGDiscontinue lift useimmediately if any liftcomponent does notoperate properly.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/or

property damage.

control switches are color-codedand function-labeled to corre-spond to the color coding andswitch-function labels that appear

on the lift operating instructionsdecal. Triangular-shaped color-coded symbols ( ) appear onthe lift operating instructionsdecal. The color of the symbolcorresponds to the color of theswitch to be used. The direction(point) of the symbol correspondswith the direction the switch

should be activated (pressed) toproduce the intended lift function.


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Control Switches(continued)

UP

DOWN

Handrail UP/DOWN Switch: A

spring-loaded horizontal-slidestyle switch is built in the right(front) handrail. The handrail UP/DOWN switch activates theplatform and the roll stops (sameas pump-mounted UP/DOWNswitch). Slide the switch knob out

to the UP position to raise theplatform. Slide the knob in to theDOWN position to lower theplatform.

Auxiliary Control Switches: Asix-touch remote control system,a third station control, a hand-held control and an outsidecontrol station are available asoptions. All auxiliary controls

activate lift functions and auto-matic door operators except thehand-held control. The hand-held control activates lift func-tions only.

Do not press lift-mountedswitches and auxiliary controlstation switches at the sametime. Do not attempt to interface

after-market control systems.

Braun Corporation After-market Control SystemsPolicy:

The Braun Corporationmanufactures dedicatedcontrol systems for itsproducts. These controlsystems have been de-signed and tested for use inconjunction with specific

Braun products. Brauncontrol systems are the onlycontrol systems authorizedfor use with Braun products.

Do notattempt to interfaceaftermarket control systemswith Braun products. To doso may result in serious

bodily injury and/or prop-erty damage.


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Bridge Plate: The hinged bridge

plate assembly bridges the gapbetween the lift platform and thevehicle floor when the platform ispositioned at floor level. Thebridge plate assembly consists ofthe bridge plate and the bridgeplate extension.

Typically, the bridge plateextension is bolted to thebridge plate as shown in the LiftTerminology Illustration (stan-dard bridge plate configura-tion). In stepwell applicationswhere additional platformlength is required, the exten-sion plate may be bolted to theheel (inboard end) of theplatform.

When the OUT (Unfold) switchis pressed and the platformunfolds from stow position tofloor level, the bridge plate isautomatically deployed to thebridging (horizontal) position.When the IN (Fold) switch ispressed and the platform folds

from deployed (horizontal)position to stowed position, the

bridge plate folds (rotates) to thevertical position.

The outboard edge of the bridgeplate extension rests on the liftplatform (standard bridge plateconfiguration). When theextension plate is bolted to theheel of the platform, the bridgeplate rests on the extensionplate.

Automatic Floor Level Switch-ing: When the platform unfoldsfrom the stowed position, theplatform stops automatically atfloor level when fully unfolded.When raising the platform fromground level, the platform auto-matically stops at floor level when

raised fully.

Fully-Unfolded (horizontal)

Bridge Plate (bridging position)

Lift Features


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Lift Features (continued)

Although the L955 featuresautomatic floor level switching,the lift operator (wheelchairpassenger or attendant), mustviewthe platform to be certainthe platform is properly posi-tioned at vehicle floor level and

the bridge plate is properlypositioned when a passengeris entering or exiting thevehicle. If the lift platform doesnot automatically stop at floorlevel as outlined, discontinuelift operation immediately.

Automatic Roll Stops: TheL955SE platform is equippedwith an outboard roll stop and

a side entry roll stop (L955U liftmodels are not equipped with aside entry roll stop). Seephotos A, B and C. Bothcylinder-powered roll stopsprovide a ramp for wheelchairloading and unloading atground level. The side entryroll stop is useful in tight

parking situations by reducingwheelchair caster turn-out

when boarding and exiting theplatform. The two roll stopsfunction in unison. Detailsfollow. Discontinue lift opera-tion immediately if either rollstop does not operate prop-erly.

Belt-operated Side Entry Roll Stop(L955SEmodels only)

Aluminum Extruded Outboard Roll Stop

AWARNINGDiscontinue lift useimmediately if any liftcomponent does notoperate properly.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/or

property damage.


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Fully-EngagedRoll Stop Latch

Latch Foot

Fully-Folded

(Up-vertical)Roll Stops

Fully-Unfolded(Ramp position) Roll Stops

Disengaged

Roll StopLatch

B C

Outboard Roll Stop: When theplatform lowers fully to groundlevel, the roll stop cylindercompression spring automati-cally unfolds (rotates) the rollstop to the ramp position (fullyunfolded). See photos A and B.Although the outboard roll stopis lift-powered, the activation of

the roll stop is controlled by thelift operator. Activating eitherDOWN switch unfolds the rollstop. The roll stop is cylinder-powered to automatically fold(rotate) to the vertical positionwhen the UP switch is activated(roll stop raises before platformraises).

Side Entry Roll Stop: Whenthe platform lowers fully toground level, the spring-loadedside entry roll stop unfolds(rotates) to the ramp positionsimultaneously with the out-board roll stop (when DOWNswitch is activated). See photosA and B. The belt and chain

2"

Note: The platform must raise

approximatelytwo inchesbeforethe latch engages fully.

L955U: The roll stoplatch is on opposite

side of the platform.


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Lift Features(continued) Roll Stop Latch: A spring-loaded latch engages theoutboard roll stop when theroll stop rotates upward fromramp position to the verticalposition (UP switch is acti-vated to raise the platformabove ground level).

Note: The platform mustraise approximately twoinches beforethe latchengages fully(see photo C on17). L955U: The roll stop latchand roll stop cylinder are on theopposite (left) side of platform.

The latch disengages the rollstop when the platform lowersfully (reaches ground level)and the latch foot contacts theground (latch raises above the

roll stop).

Outboard Roll Stop and RollStop Latch Operation: The lift

WARNINGDiscontinue lift useimmediately if any liftcomponent does notoperate properly.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/or

property damage.

The lift operator or attendant mustbe certainthe entire platform

reaches and rests safely on theground.

driven roll stop is powered bythe roll stop cylinder to auto-matically fold (rotate) to thevertical position when the UPswitch is activated.


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operator must activate theDOWN switch to lower theplatform fully to the ground. Thelift operator or attendant mustviewthe platform as it lowers tobe certainthe entire platformreaches and rests safely on theground. Stop activating theDOWN switch if any portion ofthe platform is obstructed whiledescending or the platform doesnot reach ground level for anyreason(contact with an obstruc-tion, mechanical failure, exceed-ing the lift floor-to-groundcapacity, etc.).

After the platform is fully lowered(platform reaches the ground),the lift operator should continueto press the DOWN switch to

unfold the outboard roll stop andthe side entry roll stop fully(ramp position). Note: The rollstops must be fully unfoldeduntil the entire wheelchair hascrossed the roll stops whenloading or unloading at groundlevel. Discontinue lift opera-tion immediately if the rollstops or latch do not operateproperly.

Bridging: The L955SE incorpo-rates a bridging feature. Thisfeature stops the down travel ofthe platform if the outboard endof the platform contacts a raisedsurface (such as a curb), pre-venting the operator from lower-ing the inboard end of theplatform.

Handrails: Dual handrails areprovided for wheelchair passen-ger (or standee) use. Thehandrails automatically unfold tothe deployed position when theplatform unfolds and fold auto-matically to the stowed positionwhen the platform folds. Thepassenger may choose to gripthe handrails when on the liftplatform (if applicable).

Note: The right (front) handrailis equipped with an UP/DOWNcontrol switch (details in ControlSwitches section). Discontinuelift operation immediately ifthe handrails do not operateproperly.


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the fully-up(vertical) position andthe outboard roll stop latch mustbe fully engaged whenever awheelchair passenger is on theplatform.

Do not use the outboard roll stopas a barrier (brake). Stop andbrake the wheelchair when fullyloaded on the platform. Manuallystop and brake manual wheel-chairs. Stop powered wheel-chairs with the wheelchair con-trols. Turn powered (electric)wheelchairs off when on theplatform.

Vehicle (Floor Level) Loadingand Unloading: The platformmust be fully raised(at floorlevel) and the bridge plate mustbe properly positioned whenloading or unloading a passenger

in or out of the vehicle. Althoughthe L955 features automatic floorlevel switching,it is the respon-sibility of the lift operator toensure the platform and thebridge plate are properlypositioned at floor level whenloading and unloading passen-gers.

If the roll stops, bridge plate,handrails or any other lift compo-nent does not operate as outlinedin this manual, discontinue liftuse immediatelyand contactyour sales representative or callThe Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT. One of our nationalProduct Support representativeswill direct you to an authorizedservice technician who willinspect your lift.

Lift Passengers

Do not attempt to load or unloada passenger in a wheelchair orother apparatus that does not fiton the platform area. Do notexceed the 800 pound loadcapacity of the lift.

Passenger Orientation (Board-ing Direction): The wheelchairpassenger must face outwardwhenever on the platform.

The passenger must be posi-tioned in the center of theplatformto prevent side-to-sideload imbalance. Other personsshould notride on the platformwith the wheelchair passenger.

The wheelchair brakes must belocked, the roll stops must be in


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WARNING

Position and secure(buckle, engage,

fasten, etc.) thewheelchair-equippedoccupant seat beltbefore loading ontothe wheelchair liftplatform. Failure todo so may result inserious bodily injuryand/or property

damage.

The Braun Corporation recom-mends wheelchair passengersposition and buckle their wheel-

chair-equipped seat belt (torsorestraint) as specified by themanufacturebeforeloading ontoa wheelchair lift.

Different types of disabilitiesrequire different types of wheel-chairs and different types ofwheelchair-equipped occupantrestraint belt systems (torsorestraint). It is the responsibilityof the wheelchair passenger tohave his or her wheelchairequipped with an occupantrestraint (seat belt) under thedirection of their health careprofessional.

Wheelchair lift attendants shouldbe instructed on any special

needs and/or procedures requiredfor safe transport of wheelchairpassengers.

Operation Procedure Review

The Braun Corporation recom-mends that the wheelchair liftuser and/or attendant review thesafety precautions and operationprocedures appearing in thismanual and on lift-posted decalswith your wheelchair lift salesrepresentative, beforeattemptinglift operation. Any questions orconcerns can be answered byyour sales representative at thattime.

Using your own wheelchair,operate the lift through allfunctions and enter and exit the

Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts



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vehicle with the salesrepresentative on hand toensure the lift is right for youas the end user (applicablefor your use based on yourphysical abilities and thephysical characteristics ofyour personal wheelchair).Become familiar with theproper operation of your liftbefore operating the lift byyourself.

This lift operators manualmust be stored in the lift-mounted manual storagepouch when not in use.

Maintenance is necessary toensure safe and trouble-free liftoperation. Preventive liftmaintenance consisting ofcareful inspections of your liftsystem and cleaning the liftshould be a part of your routine.Simple inspections can detectpotential lift operational problems.

Regular preventive maintenancewill reduce potential lift opera-tion downtime and increase theservice life of the lift, as well asenhancing safety.

During routine inspections,operate the lift through a mini-mum of one complete cycle andnote the following:

Do the automatic door(s) openfully (if equipped)?

Does the lift safely clear thedoor(s) when unfolding andfolding?

Do the lift control switchesfunction properly?

Do the automatic roll stopsoperate properly?

Does the roll stop latch oper-ate properly?

Do the handrails fuctionproperly?

Is the power source adequateor weak?

Exposure to harsh weatherelements, environment condi-tions, or heavy usage, etc. mayrequire more frequent mainte


Preventive Maintenance


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WARNING

Maintenance andlubrication proce-

dures must be per-formed by authorizedservice personnel asspecified in theapplicable installa-tion/service manual.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/or

property damage.


nance and lubrication proce-dures.

Preventive maintenance visualinspections do nottake the

place of the procedures speci-fied in the Maintenance andLubrication Schedule providedin the applicable lift installationand service manual. Refer tothe Maintenance and Lubrica-tion section in this manual forfurther details.


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Lift Operating Instructions

WARNING

Read and becomefamiliar with all liftoperation safetyprecautions, pre-liftoperation notes anddetails, operatinginstructions andmanual operatinginstructions prior to

operating the lift. Ifthis information is notfully understood,contact The BraunCorporation immedi-ately. Failure to do somay result in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.

Before lift operation, park thevehicle on a level surface, awayfrom vehicular traffic. Place the

vehicle itransmission in Parkand engage the parking brake.

Photos appearing in the LiftOperating Instructions depict liftfunctions being activated by lift-mounted control switches only.

Lift-posted Warnings and Lift

Operating Instructions decal24069 provides lift operatinginstructions. Replace anymissing, worn or illegibledecals.

Follow the Manual OperatingInstructions provided on pages31-33 in event of power or

equipment failure.

WARNING

Whenever apassenger is on theplatform, the: Passenger must

face outward Wheelchair brakes

must be locked Roll stops must be

UP

Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.


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To Open Door(s):

Automatic Door Operator(s):

Press yellow OPEN switch untildoor(s) are fully open. Releaseswitch.

Manual Door(s):

Manually open door(s) fullyandsecure.

To Unfold Platform (Out):

Press orange OUT switch untilplatform stops (unfolds fullyreaches floor level). Releaseswitch.

A B

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DOWN


2.Press red DOWN switch until the

entireplatform reaches groundlevel (stops) and roll stop unfoldsfully (see Photos H and I). Re-lease switch.

Handrail Switch: Slide knob in to

DOWN position. See Photo G.

E F

HG

To Unload Passenger:

1. Read notes below! Load passen-

ger onto platform facing outwardand lockwheelchair brakes.

Note:Roll stops mustbe UP androll stop latch mustbe fully en-gaged beforeloading passengeronto platform. Lower headtoclear vehicle door jamb header.


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To Unload Passenger: (continued)I

3.Unlock wheelchair brakes and

unload passenger from platform.

Note:Roll stops mustbe fullyunfolded(ramp position) until theentire wheelchair has crossed theroll stop. See Photos K and L.

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UP


To Load Passenger:

1.Load passenger onto platform

facing outwardand lock wheel-chair brakes.

Note:Roll stops mustbe fullyunfolded(ramp position) until theentire wheelchair has crossed theroll stop. See Photos K and L.

2.Press red UP switch until platformstops (reaches floor level). Re-

lease switch.

Handrail Switch: Slide knob out toUP position.

Note:Roll stops mustbe UP androll stop latch mustbe fully en-gaged beforeraising platform.Platform will raise above ground

level approximately two inchesbeforelatch engagesfully. approximately2"

M N

P

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To Load Passenger (continued):

3.Unlock wheelchair brakes and load

passenger from platform intovehicle. Note: Lower head toclear door jamb header.

To Fold Platform (In):

Press orange IN switch untilplatform stops(fully folded).Release switch.


Q

S

R

T


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To Close Door(s):

Automatic Door Operator(s):

Press yellow CLOSE switch untildoor(s) are fully closed. Releaseswitch.

Manual Door(s):

Manually close door(s) fully.

U


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WARNINGContact The BraunCorporation beforeadjusting hydraulic

pressure reliefvalve. Failure todo so may result

in serious bodilyinjury and/orproperty damage.

22249

MicroswitchAdjustmentInstructions

Unfold/Down(Top)Microswitch

Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwiseto stop platform unfold function sooner.Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to allowplatform to unfold further.

Up/Fold(Bottom)Microswitch

Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to stopplatform raise function sooner. Turnadjustment bolt counterclockwise to allowplatform to raise further. 24242

MANUALINSTRUCTIONS

TO UNLOAD PASSENGER:

1. TO UNFOLD PLATFORM (OUT):

Using hand pump handle: a. Open hand pump valve

counterclockwise (open 1/2 turn only)until platform reaches floor level.

b. Close hand pump valve clockwise.

2. DOWN (TO LOWER):

Use hand pump handle to open (turn) hand pump valve counterclockwise (open 1/2 turn only).

TO LOAD PASSENGER:

1. UP (TO RAISE):

Using hand pump handle: a. Close hand pump valve clockwise. b. Insert handle in pump and stroke until

platform reaches floor level.

2. TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):

Insert handle in pump and stroke.

19448

HAND PUMP

VALVE

Close valvebefore operatingelectric pump.

HAND PUMP

OPEN

CL

OSE

Manual Operating Instructions

If you experience power or equip-

ment failure, refer to the ManualOperating 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. Refer to the Lift Operat-

ing Instructions for all normal liftoperation procedures (such as

loading and unloading passengers).Follow all Lift Operation Safety

Precautions!

Release Valve

maximum30 inch lbs

minimum

15 inch lbs

seats(stops)

OPEN

CLOSE

approximate1/16" intervals

Valve TighteningSpecification:Once valve seats(stops), tighten 15to 30 inch poundsas shown.

Release Valve

Note: Close backup

pump release valvesecurely beforeoperating

electric pump.A

( T):

Press O UT switchuntil platform stops(reaches floorlevel).


1. Load passenger ontoplatform facing outwardand lock wheelchairbrakes.

2. Press DOWN switchuntil platform stops androll stopunfolds fully.

3. Unlock wheelchairbrakes and unloadpassenger from platform.

TO LOADPASSENGER:


2. Press UP switch untilplatform stops(reaches floor level).

3. Unlock wheelchairbrakes and unloadpassenger from platfor m.

TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):

Press IN switch untilplatform stops.

TO CLOSE DOOR(S):

Press CLOSE switchuntil door(s) are fullyclosed.

24069


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Open(Down)

Close(Up/Stop)


Refer to photos and illustration ofrelease valve on previous page.

To Unfold Platform (Out):

Using hand pump handle (Photo B):

a. Place slotted end of pump handleonto back-up pump release valveand turn counterclockwise(open 1/2 turn only) until theplatform reaches floor level(fullyunfolded). See Photo C.

b. Turn the release valve clockwise(close) to stop the platform. See

Photo C.

Note: Valve must be tight, but donotovertighten.

Place slotted end of pump handle

onto back-up pump release valve

DOWN To Lower Platform: To Unfold Roll Stop:

B C

HandPumpHandle

and turn counterclockwise(open 1/2 turn only) until the platformreaches ground level and/or roll

stop unfolds.


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Open(Down)

Close(Up/Stop)

E

Using hand pump handle:

a. Place slotted end of pump handleonto back-up pump release valveand turn clockwiseto closesecurely. See Photo D.

Note: Valve must be tight, but donotovertighten.

b. Insert handle into back-up pumpand stroke until platform reachesfloor level (see Photo E).

To Fold Platform (In):

Insert handle into back-up pump andstroke until platform stops(foldsfully). See Photo E.


UP To Fold Roll Stop: To Raise Platform:

D

Refer to photos and illustration ofrelease valve on page 31.

Note: Close back-up pump releasevalve securely beforeoperatingelectric pump.


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TM

12375

Fairfield, NJ USAOslo, Norway

Clearwater, FL USAKitchener, Ontario Can.

Huntington Beach, CA USARocklea, Queensland Aust.

"Providing Access to the World"International Corporate Hdqrs: P.O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA

1-800-THE LIFT (219) 946-6153 FAX: (219) 946-4670

Parking Courtesy

Requested

1237517866

25652

25652

Microswitch Adjustment Instructions

Unfold/Down (Top) Microswitch

Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwiseto stop platform unfold function sooner.Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to allow

platform to unfold further.

Up/Fold (Bottom) Microswitch

Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to stopplatform raise function sooner. Turnadjustment bolt counterclockwise to allow

platform to raise further. 24242

24242

Replace missing, worn

or illegible decals.Failure to do so mayresult in serious bodilyinjury and/or propertydamage.

WARNING

Decals and Antiskid

Decals

The lift is only as safe as

the operator. Replace anymissing, worn or illegibledecals! Part numbers areprovided for decals. Inspectyour lift for missing, worn orillegible decals. Call 1-800-THE LIFT for replacements.

WARNINGContact The BraunCorporation beforeadjusting hydraulicpressure reliefvalve. Failure todo so may resultin serious bodilyinjury and/orproperty damage.

22249

27146

22249

24069

Note: Clean surfaces as

detailed on opposite pagebefore posting decals.

WARNINGLift installation and servicing prohibited byanyone who has not been certified by The BraunCorporation Sales and Service School. Certifiedservice technicians should call 1-800-THE LIFTto receive applicable installation/service manual.

Failure to follow this policy may result in seriousbodily injury and/or property damage.25675

25675

LIFT OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGRead manualbefore operatinglift.Loadandunloadonlevel surfaceonly.Engage vehicleparking brakebeforeoperatinglift.Provide adequateclearance outsideofvehicle toaccommodatelift.Donotoperateliftifyou suspectlift damage,wear oranyabnormalcondition. Keep operator andbystandersclearof area

inwhichliftoperates.

Wheneverawheelchairpassengerison theplatform,the:

Passengermust face outward

Wheelchairbrakes must belocked

RollstopmustbeupFailuretofollow theserulesmayresult inseriousbodilyinjuryand/or property damage.

TO OPEN DOOR(S)

Press OPEN switchuntil door(s) are fullyopen.

TO UNFOLD PLATFORM(OUT):

Press OUT switchuntil platform stops(reaches floor level).



2. Press DOWN switchuntil platform stops androll stop unfolds fully.

3. Unlock wheelchairbrakes and unload

passenger from platform.

TO LOAD PASSENGER:


2. Press UP switch untilplatform stops(reaches floor level).

3. Unlock wheelchairbrakes and unload

passenger from platform.

TOFOLDPLATFORM(IN):

Press INswitchuntil platformstops.

TOCLOSEDOOR(S):

Press CLOSEswitch untildoor(s)are fully closed.

24069

MANUALOPERATION

Using hand pump handle:

TO UNFOLD PLATFORM (OUT):

1. Close hand pump valve (turn clockwise).

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

3. Open hand pump valve (turn

counterclockwise) until platform reachesfloor level. Open 1/2 turn only.


DOWN (TO LOWER):

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

UP (TO RAISE):


2. Insert handle in pump and stroke untilplatform reaches floor level.

TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):

Insert handle in pump and stroke.

Close valve before operating electric pump.

27146

OP

EN

CL

OSE

OPEN

CLOSE

UP

DOWN

26701

26701


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Maintenance is necessary toensure safe and trouble-free liftoperation. General preventivemaintenance consisting ofinspections of your lift system andcleaning the lift should be a partof your routine.

The L955 has been designed withmany self-lubricating compo-nents. Lubricate the pivot pointsspecified on page 37 approxi-mately every four weeks (or 100cycles) with a light penetratingtype oil (30 weight or equivalent).Severe conditions (weather,environment, heavy usage, etc.)may require more frequentlubrication.

Preventive maintenance visualinspections and lubricationprocedures do nottake the place

of the procedures specified in theMaintenance and LubricationSchedule provided in the appli-cable lift installation and servicemanual. The procedures outlinedin the Maintenance and Lubrica-tion Schedule must be per-formed at the recommendedscheduled intervals by anauthorized Braun Corporationservice representative who hasattended and been certified byThe Braun Corporation Salesand Service School.

If the scheduled maintenance andlubrication procedures are notbeing performed, or if there is anysign of lift damage, wear, abnor-mal condition or improper opera-tion, discontinue lift use imme-diately. Contact your salesrepresentative or call The Braun

Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT.One of our national ProductSupport representatives will directyou to an authorized servicetechnician who will inspect yourlift.

Maintenance and Lubrication

WARNING

Maintenance andlubrication proce-dures must be per-formed by authorizedservice personnel asspecified in theapplicable installa-tion/service manual.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage.

Bridge Plate


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THEBRAUNCORPORATION

P.O.BOX310WINAMAC

IN46996

219-946

-6153

1099

DOM

SERIALNUMBER

MODELL95 5

U3 14248

01.0133.28. 14C

B

PATENT

TM

Page 37

Roll Stop Latch

(pivot and slide points)

Platform Pivot Pin(2 places)

Platform Fold Axles(2 places)

Rotating PivotSlide Arm Pivot Pins(2 places - behind cover)

Maintenance and Lubrication

Note: LPS2 GeneralPurpose Penetrating Oilis available in elevenounce aerosol cans from

The Braun Corporation(part number 15807).

Side Entry Roll StopHinge (4 places)

Bridge PlatePivot Points(2 places)

Note: Clean lubricationpoints beforeapplyinglubricants.

Note: Disregard referencesto components not present.


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OWNER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION

PURCHASEDFROM

DATEINSTALLED

NAME

ADDRESS

CITY

TELEPHONE

TO VALIDATE WARRANTYREGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION.

OWNER

STATE ZIP

Page 38

Warranty and Registration Instructions

Sample Warranty/Registration Card

Serial No.Model No. Cylinder Code

Series No. Pump Code

Immediately upon receiving yourlift, examine the unit for anydamage. Notify the carrier atonce with any claims.

Two warranty/registration cards(shown below) are located in thelift-mounted owners manualstorage pouch. The sales repre-sentative must process one of the

located on the opposite pumpside tower. This I.D. tag containsthe product identification informa-tion provided on the Warranty/

Registration card. Record theinformation in the space providedon the next page. This informa-tion must be provided whenfiling a warranty claim orordering parts.

cards. The consumer must fill outthe other card and mail it to TheBraun Corporation. The warrantyis provided on the back cover of

this manual. The warranty cardsmust be processed to activatethe warranty.

The Braun Serial No./Series No.identification tag (shown below) is

L955SE314248-A4-04293-35-14CF

The Braun CorporationPO Box 310

Winamac, IN 46996

(574) 946-6153

LIFT MODEL #

L955SE314248

A4-04293

35 14CF

1/12/2003

SERIAL NUMBER

MFG DATE

PATENTS PENDING-5,261,779-5,806,632

PUMP CODE CYLINDER

Sample Serial No./Series No. Identification Tag


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Warranty and Registration Instructions

Model No.

Series No.

Serial No.

Pump Code

Cylinder Code

Date of Manufacture

Note: Retain this informationfor future use. You must havethis information when filing a

warranty claim or ordering


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