AMF-BRUNS EASY-RAMP Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Operating Instructions WHEELCHAIR ACCESS VEHICLE WITH REAR CUT-OUT VOLKSWAGEN CADDY WITH AMF-BRUNS EASY-RAMP AND EASY-FLEX-RAMP www.amf-bruns.de...
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Page 3: Foreword
Using non-original or unauthorised spare parts will render the guarantee null and void. Contact our customer services department to order spare parts or accessories (see Chapter 10, page 47). Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 3 of 48... - Page 4 ATTENTION! ...warns of a potentially dangerous situation, which can cause material damage, if not avoided..contains general notes and useful information..gives a reference to important information in other sec- tions and documents. Page 4 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp...
- Page 5 Instructional text, e.g. a sequence of activities. Meaning of directions: If directions are given in the text (in front of, front, behind, rear, right, left), these directions relate to the normal direc- tion of travel of the vehicle. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 5 of 48...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
5.1 Safety regulations for operation ......20 5.2 Deploying the Ramp ..........22 5.3 Loading a Passenger / Wheelchair ......24 5.4 Disembarking a Passenger / Unloading a Wheelchair ............28 5.5 Easy-Flex: Stowing the Ramp ....... 30 Page 6 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 7 7.2 Adjusting the access ramp’s play ......37 8.1 Inspection Log Book Master Data Sheet ....40 8.2 Inspection List ............41 9 Electrical Circuit Diagram ......... 46 10 Customer Service ..........47 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 7 of 48...
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Page 8: Safety
Wheelchairs must be equipped with the fittings necessary to secure it by means of the belt restraint systems provided. Proper use also includes strictly adhering to the information given in these Operating Instructions. Page 8 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 9: Improper Use
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Page 10: Personnel Requirements
NOTE Guarantee work on the access ramp must only be carried with prior agreement AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG. The costs of such work will not be accepted by AMF-Bruns without prior agreement. Page 10 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 11: Danger Zone
This will prevent the wheelchair from rolling back out of control. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 11 of 48... -
Page 12: Safety And Accident Prevention Regulations
1 year after commissioning. During inspection, faults affecting the safety should be system- atically identified and remedial action taken (see "Inspec- tion Log Book", page 39). Page 12 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 13: De-Commissioning And Conservation
47). Disposal When the access ramp and vehicle's useful life has expired, they must only be disposed of by qualified specialists. The manufacturer will accept no liability for damage caused by incorrect disposal. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 13 of 48... -
Page 14: Description
To this end, the individual as- semblies and components are described in the following sections. Layout and Function Ramp Floor section Figure 1: Ramp in The Deployed Position Page 14 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 15: Floor Section
This ensures that the passenger has sufficient headroom. 2.1.2 Ramp The Easy-Ramp is used in two positions. In the completely deployed position, the ramp provides a slope, via which the wheelchair can be easily pushed or driven into the vehicle (see Figure 1, page 14). -
Page 16: Belts And Belt Anchorages
Fittings, to which the retractor belts can be attached, are provided on the rear area of the floor section (see Figure 5). The rear end of the wheelchair is secured by the retractor belts. Page 16 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 17: Rating Plate
A rating plate, which contains the fundamental data, is at- tached to the access ramp (see Figure 6). Designation Year of manu- facture Series and type Serial number designation Load bearing Manufacturer's capability data Figure 6: Rating Plate Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 17 of 48... -
Page 18: Operating Controls
Allows the ramp to be folded Operating lever 1 down inside the vehicle to the (only for Easy-Flex) horizontal position. Operating lever 2 Allows the ramp to be de- ployed. Page 18 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 19: Technical Data
Transportation of the access ramp is carried out by the manufacturer or by trained, experienced personnel. 4 Installation / Commissioning The access ramp must be installed in accordance with the AMF-Bruns Installation Instructions applicable to the vehicle in question. DANGER! Risk of injury through incorrect installation. -
Page 20: Operation
If safety devices are modified, bypassed or removed, they will no longer fulfil their function. Therefore: Never modify, bypass or remove safety devices. Always refit safety devices if they have been removed (e. g. for maintenance or repair purposes). Page 20 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 21 The rear parking distance control warning characteristic is changed by fitting the ramp. The parking distance control first warns at a shorter distance from obstacles than usual. Therefore: Bear the change in warning characteristic in mind when reversing. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 21 of 48...
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Page 22: Deploying The Ramp
Check that the ramp is securely engaged in the vertical position by gently shaking it. Keep a firm hold on the ramp. Push operating lever 2 to the left (see Figure 10, page 23). Page 22 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 23 The ramp can be damaged. Therefore: Keep a firm hold of the ramp until it is fully in contact with the ground. Allow the ramp to deploy slowly. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 23 of 48...
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Page 24: Loading A Passenger / Wheelchair
Fold the rear seat up. Secure the rear seats in this position using the supports provided (see Figure 12). 2nd Row of seats Support Seat retainer (non-folding) Figure 12: Row of Seats Supported Page 24 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 25 Accompany the wheelchair to a position in front of the deployed ramp. Operate the rocker switch such that the indicator lamp in the rocker switch lights up (see Figure 7, page 18). Pull the electrically operated belts out to the wheelchair. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 25 of 48...
- Page 26 Operate the rocker switch such that the indicator lamp in the rocker switch goes out. Push or drive the wheelchair up the access ramp only when this has been done. Push or drive the wheelchair into the vehicle. Page 26 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp...
- Page 27 Secure the passenger in the wheelchair with the lap belt, the automatic diagonal shoulder belt and the head and back support FutureSafe (optional). Fold the ramp back up to the vertical position, until it au- dibly engages (see Figure 16). Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 27 of 48...
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Page 28: Disembarking A Passenger / Unloading A Wheelchair
Slacken the retractor belt reels (see Figure 15, page 27). Unclip the retractor belts from the fittings (see Figure 5, page 17). Detach the retractor belts from the wheelchair. Switch the motor of an electrically driven wheelchair ON. Page 28 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 29 Operate the rocker switch such that the indicator lamp in the rocker switch goes out. Fold the ramp back up to the vertical position, until it au- dibly engages (see Figure 16, page 28). Close the rear doors / tailgate. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 29 of 48...
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Page 30: Easy-Flex: Stowing The Ramp
(see Figure 17). Ramp Figure 17: Ramp Fully Folded Down (only Easy-Flex) Push operating lever 1 to the right (see Figure 18). Figure 18: Unlatching the Ramp Page 30 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... - Page 31 The ramp can suffer damage if it is overloaded. Therefore: Do not stand on the stowed access ramp. Do not place a load of more than 100 kg on the stowed access ramp. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 31 of 48...
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Page 32: Maintenance And Repair
Therefore: Use only original spare parts or spare parts that have been approved of by the manufacturer. Page 32 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 33: Routine Maintenance Work
(see Section 6.5, page 35). This provides a traceable record of maintenance work. For records of maintenance work over and above this, it is recommended that you keep your own lists. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 33 of 48... -
Page 34: Functionally Testing The Electrically Operated Belts
If this is not the case: Do not use the access ramp and have the access ramp’s electrical system checked. Page 34 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 35: Yearly Inspection
For detailed information regarding the yearly inspection by a technical expert: see Chapter 7.2, "Inspection Log Book", page 37. 6.5 Maintenance and Repair Records Maintenance work carried out Date Signature Remarks / work carried out Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 35 of 48... -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
The fuse has blown. Replace the fuse in the vicinity of the battery. The electrically operated belts Have the electrically operated are defective. belts replaced. Page 36 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 37: Adjusting The Access Ramp's Play
To adjust the access ramp’s play: Remove the black protective caps from the adjusting screws. Loosen the locking nuts (see Figure 21, page 38). Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 37 of 48... - Page 38 Turn the screw out to increase the amount of play. Tighten the locking nut once again. Check the access ramp’s play once again. Repeat the procedure as often as necessary. Replace the black protective caps. Page 38 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp...
- Page 39 European Union or Turkey or other signatory states of the Agreement of the European Economic Area) that they are able to assess the safe working condition of such ac- cess ramps for disabled vehicles. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 39 of 48...
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Page 40: Inspection Log Book Master Data Sheet
Inspection Log Book Inspection Log Book Master Data Sheet Master Data Sheet for Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Serial No. /Type* …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Owner …………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Year built: …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Commissioned on …………………………………………………………………………………………………. * see rating plate Page 40 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 41: Inspection List
All bolts and screwed connections are in a perfect, tight condition General Functional test and visual inspection of the condition of the entire access ramp Electrical System Rocker switch Functional check Electrically operated belts Functional check Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 41 of 48... - Page 42 To be observed if installed by a third-party company Installation inspection for ……………………………..………………………………………………………… Serial No. /Type* …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Installation has been carried out correctly! Place, date ……………………………………………………………………..…. ……………………………………………………………………..…. Installation company / Company stamp Technical expert / Signature * see rating plate Page 42 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp...
- Page 43 Company / Company stamp Signature (technical expert) All defects have been remedied. Confirmation by the owner or his representative with date and signature ……………………………………………………………………..…. ……………………………………………………………………..…. Place / date Signature (owner) * see rating plate Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 43 of 48...
- Page 44 Company / Company stamp Signature (technical expert) All defects have been remedied. Confirmation by the owner or his representative with date and signature ……………………………………………………………………..…. ……………………………………………………………………..…. Place / date Signature (owner) * see rating plate Page 44 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp...
- Page 45 Company / Company stamp Signature (technical expert) All defects have been remedied. Confirmation by the owner or his representative with date and signature ……………………………………………………………………..…. ……………………………………………………………………..…. Place / date Signature (owner) * see rating plate Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 45 of 48...
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Page 46: Electrical Circuit Diagram
Vehicle battery 12 V Earth BGR 200194623). Belt electrics BGR 200194810). Figure 22: Electrical Circuit Diagram Colour Abbreviation Colour Abbreviation (acc. to IEC 60757) (acc. to IEC 60757) Black Yellow Brown Green Grey Blue Page 46 of 48 Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp... -
Page 47: Customer Service
NOTE Guarantee work on the access ramp must only be carried with prior agreement AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG. The costs of such work will not be accepted by AMF-Bruns without prior agreement. Easy-Ramp and Easy-Flex-Ramp Page 47 of 48... - Page 48 AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG | Hauptstraße 101 | 26689 Apen Telephone +49 (0) 4489 / 72 72 30 | Fax +49 (0) 4489 / 62 45 service.hubmatik@amf-bruns.de www.amf-bruns.de Reg.-No. Q1 0105027...
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