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AMF-BRUNS EasyFlex ramp Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS VEHICLE WITH REAR CUT FLOOR
CITROËN BERLINGO / PEUGEOT RIFTER / OPEL COMBO / TOYOTA PROACE CITY WITH AMF-BRUNS EASY AND EASYFLEX RAMP
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions WHEELCHAIR ACCESS VEHICLE WITH REAR CUT FLOOR CITROËN BERLINGO / PEUGEOT RIFTER / OPEL COMBO / TOYOTA PROACE CITY WITH AMF-BRUNS EASY AND EASYFLEX RAMP www.amf-bruns.de...

  • Page 3: Foreword

    The use of any other parts will therefore ren- der the liability for resultant damage null and void. Contact our customer services department to order spare parts or accessories (see Chapter 10, page 56). Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 3 of 60...
  • Page 4 ATTENTION! ...indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which can cause material damage if not avoided..contains general notes and useful information..indicates important information contained in other sec- tions and documents. Page 4 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 5 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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 5 of 60...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    5.4 Fitting the Centre Smartfloor Seat ......30 5.5 Loading a Passenger / Wheelchair ......30 5.6 Disembarking a Passenger / Unloading a Wheelchair ............35 5.7 EasyFlex: Fully Stowing the Ramp ......36 Page 6 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 7 8 Inspection Log ........... 45 8.1 Inspection Log Master Data Sheet ......46 8.2 Inspection List ............47 8.3 Inspection Results ..........48 9 Electrical Circuit Diagram ......... 54 10 Customer Service ..........56 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 7 of 60...

  • 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 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 9: Improper Use

     it is used in a faulty state or with safety-relevant malfunc- tions,  it is used to transport wheelchairs that cannot be secured by means of the belt restraint systems provided, or  it is used by incompetent persons. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 9 of 60...

  • Page 10: Personnel Requirements

    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 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 11: Danger Zone

    This will pre- vent the wheelchair from rolling back out of control. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 11 of 60...

  • 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", page 45). Page 12 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 13: Decommissioning And Conservation

    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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 13 of 60...

  • Page 14: Safety Labels In The Vehicle

    Smartfloor seat is only permitted if it is pushed right back to the rear stop in the airline rails. Read the Operating In- structions. Position: On the backrest of the centre Smartfloor seat. Page 14 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 15: Description

    For this purpose, the individual assemblies and components are described in the Sections that follow. Layout and Function Floor section Ramp Figure 1 Ramp in the Deployed Position Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 15 of 60...

  • Page 16: Floor Section

    Figure 2 Easy Ramp in the Vertical Position A third position is available for the EasyFlex ramp. The ramp can be folded down into the vehicle. so that it is at the same level as the floor of the vehicle (see Figure 3, page 17).

  • Page 17: Belts And Belt Anchorages

    The electrically operated belts can be pulled out when the ramp is fully deployed and the indicator lamp in the rocker switch is lit. Electrically operated belts Figure 4 Electrically operated belts Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 17 of 60...
  • Page 18 (see Figure 5). The rear end of the wheelchair is secured by the retractor belts. Floor section Fitting Retractor belts Figure 5 Retractor Belts and Fittings Page 18 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 19: Operating Controls

    2.2 Operating Controls Figure 6 Rocker switch “Ramp extension” grip “Ramp” operating lever Figure 7 Ramp Operating Elements Locking lever Locking pin Figure 8: Operating Elements on the Centre Smartfloor Seat Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 19 of 60...
  • Page 20 Locks and unlocks the centre Smartfloor seat in the airline rail. Lock: Push the lever forwards to the stop. Unlock: Lift the locking pin and pull the lever to the rear stop. Page 20 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 21: 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! Danger through incorrect installation.

  • Page 22: Operation

    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 22 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 23 The parking assis- tant then warns at a reduced distance to an obstacle than normal. Therefore:  Take the changed warning characteristic into considera- tion when reversing. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 23 of 60...

  • Page 24: Deploying The Ramp

     Remove the ignition key.  Apply the vehicle's handbrake.  Open the tailgate.  For an EasyFlex ramp: Use the handhold to fold the ramp back up to the vertical position, until it audibly engages (see Figure 9). CAUTION! Risk of crushing when lifting the ramp to the vertical position.
  • Page 25  Fold the ramp out a little way.  Pull the ramp extension out as far as it will go by pulling on the “Ramp extension” grip (see Figure 11). Figure 11 Pulling the Ramp Extension Out Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 25 of 60...
  • Page 26 Therefore:  Keep a firm hold of the ramp until it is fully in contact with the ground.  Allow the ramp to deploy slowly. Figure 12 Deploying the Ramp Page 26 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 27: Adjusting Or Removing The Centre Smartfloor Seat

     Never adjust the centre seat when the vehicle is in mo- tion.  Remember that the centre seat must be right back against the rear stop if it is to be used by a passenger. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 27 of 60...
  • Page 28  Push the seat forwards or backwards until it audibly en- gages. If the seat cannot be moved, it is already locked. Page 28 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 29  Push both locking levers forwards to their stops such that the locking pins engage (see Figure 14). Figure 14 Locking the Seat  Check that the seat is clamped in the airline rails at both sides and does not wobble. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 29 of 60...

  • Page 30: Fitting The Centre Smartfloor Seat

     Operate the rocker switch such that the indicator lamp in the rocker switch lights up (see Figure 6, page 19).  Pull the electrically operated belts out to the wheelchair. Page 30 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 31  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. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 31 of 60...
  • Page 32 (see Figure 16).  Tension the retractor belts by tightening the belt reels. Retractor belts Figure 16 Tensioning the Retractor Belts  Apply the wheelchair's brake(s). Page 32 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 33 When lifting the ramp and folding it up, there is a risk of hands or fingers being crushed between the ramp and the frame (rear bumper). Therefore:  Do not reach into the gap between the ramp and the frame. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 33 of 60...
  • Page 34 Pushing the Ramp Extension in  Fold the ramp up until it audibly engages in the vertical position (see Figure 19). Figure 19 Folding the Ramp Up  Close the tailgate. Page 34 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 35: Disembarking A Passenger / Unloading A

     Detach the electrically operated belts from the wheel- chair.  Allow the electrically operated belts to retract.  Operate the rocker switch such that the indicator lamp in the rocker switch goes out. Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 35 of 60...

  • Page 36: Easyflex: Fully Stowing The Ramp

    Ramp Figure 20 Ramp Fully Folded In (only EasyFlex)  Keep a firm hold on the ramp.  Pull “Ramp” operating lever upwards (see Figure 21). Figure 21 Unlatching the Ramp Page 36 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 37 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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 37 of 60...

  • Page 38: Maintenance And Repair

    Therefore:  Use only original spare parts or spare parts that have been approved of by the manufacturer. Page 38 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 39: Routine Maintenance Work

    (see Section 6.5, page 41). 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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 39 of 60...

  • Page 40: 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 40 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 41: Yearly Inspection

    For detailed information regarding the yearly inspection by a technical expert: see Chapter 8, "Inspection Log Book", page 45. 6.5 Maintenance and Repair Record Maintenance Work Carried Out Date Signature Remarks / Work Done Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 41 of 60...

  • Page 42: Faults And 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 42 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Access Ramp's Play

    To adjust the access ramp’s play:  Remove the black protective caps from the adjuster screws.  Loosen the locking nuts (see Figure 24, page 44). Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 43 of 60...
  • Page 44  Turn the adjuster 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 44 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 45: Inspection Log

    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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 45 of 60...

  • Page 46: Inspection Log Master Data Sheet

    Inspection Log Inspection Log Master Data Sheet Master Data Sheet for Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Serial No. /Type …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Owner …………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Year built …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Commissioned on …………………………………………………………………………………………………. Page 46 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...

  • Page 47: 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 EasyFlex Ramp Page 47 of 60...

  • Page 48: Inspection Results

    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 Page 48 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 49 ……………………………………………………………………..…. 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) Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 49 of 60...
  • Page 50 ……………………………………………………………………..…. 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) Page 50 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 51 ……………………………………………………………………..…. 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) Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 51 of 60...
  • Page 52 ……………………………………………………………………..…. 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) Page 52 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 53 ……………………………………………………………………..…. 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) Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 53 of 60...

  • Page 54: Electrical Circuit Diagram

    Electrical Circuit Diagram 9 Electrical Circuit Diagram On – LED on Off – LED off Rocker switch 10019615 E-Retractor E-Retractor Optional Optional Position switch Vehicle battery Figure 25 Electrical Circuit Diagram Page 54 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 55 Electrical Circuit Diagram Abbreviation Abbreviation Colour Colour (acc. to IEC 60757) (acc. to IEC 60757) Black Yellow Brown Green Grey Blue Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp Page 55 of 60...

  • Page 56: Customer Service

    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 56 of 60 Easy Ramp and EasyFlex Ramp...
  • Page 60 AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG | Hauptstraße 101 | 26689 Apen Telephone +49 (0) 4489 / 72 72 22 | Fax +49 (0) 4489 / 62 45 service.hubmatik@amf-bruns.de www.amf-bruns.de...

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