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HoverliftManual-RevC
3/18/14
12:10 PM
Page 1
®
ATTENTION:
Please read the content
of your owner's manual
before operating your
power wheelchair.
OWNER'S MANUAL
& WARRANTY
D82012364 REV C 6/17/13

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  • Page 1 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 1 ® ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner’s manual before operating your power wheelchair. OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY D82012364 REV C 6/17/13...
  • Page 2 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 2 D82012364 REV C 6/17/13...
  • Page 3 ® is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any person's failure to follow the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owner's manual. Hoveround ® is not responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from any person's failure to exercise good judgment and/or common sense.
  • Page 4 Hoveround product, for years to come. Should you have questions or concerns, our ® customer service personnel are a only a toll-free call away. Welcome to our family, and thank you for choosing the HOVERLIFT ® by Hoveround ® Happy motoring.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Loading / Unloading ......14 How To Load And Secure your Hoveround ®...
  • Page 6 These include mobility specialists, factory trained technicians and skilled customer service personnel. Whenever your mobility needs require special attention and equipment delivered with an extra measure of care and concern, you can count on Hoveround ® Service Service is our commitment to our clients and their continued mobility is our priority.

  • Page 7: Before You Use Your Hoverlift

    Before You Use Your HOVERLIFT ® Your HOVERLIFT ® is designed to lift and transport your Hoveround ® power chair when it is attached to a Class 2 or Class 3 trailer hitch. Under no circumstances should the lift be used for any other purpose or to transport any other style of power chair or scooter.
  • Page 8 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 8 • Do not allow children to operate the lift or play in the area of the lift while operating. • Do not put your feet or hands below the lift platform or in the path of any moving parts.

  • Page 9: Hoverlift

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 9 HOVERLIFT - Diagram ® Manual Operation Cover License Plate Light • • • License Plate Holder Indicator Light • • Platform Catch • Up/Down Switch Mast • • Tie Down Hook Power Cord •...

  • Page 10: Hoverlift

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 10 HOVERLIFT ® - Warning Label ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THE CONTENTS OF YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HOVERLIFT ® General Warnings D82012364 REV C 6/17/13...

  • Page 11: Installation

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 11 Chapter 1 Installation How to install to your vehicle: To avoid serious injury or death: Always use a Class 2 or Class 3 hitch system. The lift has been designed for attachment to a Class 2 or Class 3 vehicle hitch system.
  • Page 12 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 12 clearance and the lift is level with the ground. A minimum of 8 inches of ground clearance is recommended. Do not exceed a hitch height of 19 inches (see Figure 1B). Figure 1A BUMPER TO BOLT HOLE 0”...
  • Page 13 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 13 If ground clearance height needs to be adjusted, reverse the position of the hitch tube or raise/lower the vertical tube to another position (see Figure 1C). Retighten all hardware before using lift. If a license plate light is required, plug in the light into the hitch harness.

  • Page 14: Loading / Unloading

    • Do not use the lift if it is worn, damaged or not working properly. Call Hoveround Technical Support if repairs are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when loading or unloading the power chair.

  • Page 15: How To Load And Secure Your Hoveround

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 15 How to load and secure your Hoveround ® transport The following instructions apply to both the MPV5 and TEKNIQUE products. Please see the installation instructions supplied with the seat brackets in the HOVERLIFT ®...
  • Page 16 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 16 Slowly move the power chair forward until it is fully seated in the platform and the front wheels are between the guide rails (see Figure 2B). Plug the lift cable into the controller (see Figure 2E). Prepare the power chair for transport.
  • Page 17 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 17 Tighten the left tie down strap by turning the knob counterclockwise (see Figure 2F). Tighten the right side by turning the knob clockwise (see Figure 2G). There is a ratcheting mechanism that will hold the tension on the strap when tightened. Figure 2F Left Side Figure 2G Right Side Seat back...

  • Page 18: From The Lift

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 18 How to unload the power chair from the lift • Do not occupy the power chair while it is on the lift. The lift is not intended for human transport • Do not overextend the lift in the down position. Lower the platform until it just touches the ground without lifting the vehicle.
  • Page 19 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 19 Remove the hook from the tie down bracket and let the belt wind into the storage position by releasing the red release lever and turning the knob. Make sure the belt fully retracts to the storage position. Unplug the power cable and return it to the storage tube.

  • Page 20: Storing The Platform For Transport

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 20 Chapter 3 Storing The Platform For Transport To avoid serious injury or death: • Always remove any obstacles in the pathway to the lift or below the operating area of the lift. • Do not put your feet or hands below the lift platform or in the path of any moving parts or in potential pinch areas.
  • Page 21 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 21 Raise Platform Lower Platform Figure 3A Figure 3B When the platform is several inches from the platform catch, push the platform toward the mast so it will meet the catch as it rises to the locking final position (see Figures 3A, 3B).
  • Page 22 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 22 Figure 3C Hook the tie down cables through the platform to secure and tighten them for transport (see Figure 3C). Check the platform to make sure it is fully latched and all items are in position. To lower the platform from the stored position, reverse the steps.

  • Page 23: Maintenance And Troubleshooting Guidelines

    HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:10 PM Page 23 Chapter 4 Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines The control box has an automatic reset fuse to protect the circuit in the case of overload. Once tripped the fuse will take a few minutes to reset before the up/down switch or green light will operate (see Figure 4A).
  • Page 24 Lubricate all pivot points and the telescoping square tube with all weather lithium grease. Inspect all hardware and replace as necessary. Visually inspect all components for wear, rust, structural damage, loose components and replace as necessary. Contact Hoveround Technical Support at 1-800-964-6837 for further help. Chapter 4 D82012364 REV C 6/17/13...

  • Page 25: Swing Away Arm Option

    Chapter 5 Swing Away Arm Option Swing Away Arm Option Many HOVERLIFT owners require access to the rear of their vehicle. When this is ® needed, a swing away arm can be installed. This allows the lift to easily be swung away, up to 180 degrees from the closed position, allowing access to the trunk or lift gate.
  • Page 26 Page 26 • Do not use the swing away arm if any of the components are worn, damaged or not working properly. Call Hoveround Technical support if repairs are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when using the swing away arm.
  • Page 27 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:11 PM Page 27 Remove the safety pin (see Figure 5b). While holding the raised lift in place to prevent it from swinging freely, pull and hold the red knob to release the locking pin (see Figure 5A and 5B). Safety Pin Red Knob/Locking Pin Figure 5B...
  • Page 28 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:11 PM Page 28 Closing the Swing Away Arm From the opened position, close the swing away arm like closing a car door. This will seat the swing arm to the latching mechanism. Be careful to keep clear of the locking mechanism and swing away arms when the arms are moving (see Figure 5C).

  • Page 29: Hoverlift

    HOVERLIFT ® Specifications For use with: Hoveround MPV5 Dimensions and Weight Weight of HOVERLIFT ® 80 lbs Folded Size (L x W x H) 8” x 32” x 33” Extended Size (L x W x H) 25” x 32” x 33”...
  • Page 30 Hoveround ® shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever.
  • Page 31 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:11 PM Page 31 D82012364 REV C 6/17/13...
  • Page 32 HoverliftManual-RevC 3/18/14 12:11 PM Page 32 Phone: 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) Fax: 1-800-747-9252 6010 Cattleridge Drive | Sarasota, Florida 34232-6061 www.hoveround.com...

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