DiscountRamps Silver Spring ESC400 Instructions Manual

Deluxe Electric Powerchair and Scooter Carrier
Instructions for Part # ESC400
Congratulations on your new lift purchase. Powered mobility lifts are one of the easiest and most trou-
ble-free ways to transport your power chair or scooter. This manual is an installation guide as well as
an operation guide for the end user. Please read the manual thoroughly BEFORE attempting any
installation, adjustment, or use of the lift.
The manual is divided into the following sections for easy reference:
Section 1 - Unpacking the Lift
Section 2 - Vehicle Preparation
Section 3 - Wiring the Vehicle
Section 4 - Installation
Caution: Some scooters and powerchairs may be unsuitable for transport in or on a motor vehicle.
Please contact the manufacturer of your mobility device to determine its ability to be transported.

Section 1: Unpacking the Lift

Your electric lift includes:
• Main Carrier Assembly
• Hitch Tube and Hardware
• License Plate Holder and Hardware
Check the contents of the box to ensure all parts are included for proper installation. If any parts are
missing or if any damage is noted, immediately contact DiscountRamps.com. DO NOT attempt to
install or use the lift with any missing or damaged parts.

Section 2: Vehicle Preparation

To install a powered mobility lift on a vehicle, the vehicle must be capable of accepting a 2" Class III/
IV hitch. If you are unsure about the hitch required, check with local automotive shops that specialize
in trailer hitches. They will normally have the hitch type in stock required for use with this powered
mobility lift. Some websites also list the compatibility of hitches with vehicles.
IMPORTANT NOTE: It is a requirement that the receiver tube on the hitch must be installed parallel
to the ground. If the hitch is not installed properly, it may prevent the lift from working properly.
NOTE: Some vehicles may require supplemented rear suspension by the addition of air adjustable
shocks, air bags in the springs, or other devices designed to keep the vehicle level.
Your powered mobility lift is equipped with a license plate holder and light. At the time of lift installa-
tion, have the hitch installer run a standard Flat 4 trailer wiring harness to the hitch area. This will al-
low you to simply plug the license plate wiring into the trailer plug. Any attempt to wire the lift into ANY
secondary harness could possibly damage the motor and will void the warranty. The trailer light wiring
simply does not carry the proper current to power the lifting motor.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The trailer light wiring plug is for the license plate light and not to power your
mobility lift. All lifts must be connected directly to the vehicle battery using the supplied wiring harness.
Rev. 061218
Section 5 - Preparing the Lift
Section 6 - Safety Lift Arm Operation
Section 7 - Safety & Maintenance
Section 8 - Troubleshooting
• Wiring Harness
• Keys
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