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400300
July 2014
Operator Manual
NCL1000
Century 2
Public Use Wheelchair Lifts
DOT — Public Use Lift
"public use lift" requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may be
installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the
lift, but must be installed on buses, school buses, and multi-
purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross
vehicle weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb).
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- Page 1 Operator Manual NCL1000 Century 2 Public Use Wheelchair Lifts W ARNING DOT — Public Use Lift “public use lift” requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift, but must be installed on buses, school buses, and multi- purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb).
- Page 2 Congratulations The BraunAbility employee family thanks you for purchasing your new wheelchair lift. We design and build each BraunAbility product for reliability, quality and safety. Our founder, Ralph Braun, instilled that ethic from day one and we live by that commitment today.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty/Registration Instructions ....... 2, 3 Outer Barrier Latches ......... 20, 21 Lift Terminology Outer Barrier and Latch Operation ....21 Lift Terminology Illustration ........4 Bridging ............. 21 Introduction ..............5 Handrails ............. 21, 22 Direction ..............5 Lift Passengers Lift Components ............ -
Page 4: Warranty/Registration Instructions
Warranty and Registration Instructions Immediately upon receiving your and mail it to BraunAbility. The side vertical arm. A second I.D. lift, examine the unit for any dam- limited warranty is provided in tag is located on the opposite age. Notify the carrier at once this manual. - Page 5 Record identification information below. Sample Serial No./Series No. OWNER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION Identification Tag XXXXXXXXXX XX-XXXXX Braun Corporation ® PURCHASED FROM INDIANA, USA BRAUNABILITY.COM ® OWNER DATE INSTALLED Model No. XXXX Use Lift MODEL #XXXXXX NAME XXXXXXXXXX ADDRESS Max. Lifting Capacity - XXXlb CITY Serial No.
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Page 6: Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration
Towers (2) Visual Top Parallel Arms (2) Audible Threshold Threshold Pump Module Main Cylinders (2) Warning Warning (Rear) (not visible) Adjustable Quiet-Ride Stow Blocks (2) Hand-Held Lift-Tite ™ Pendant Unfold Assist Compression Springs (2) Latches (2) Control Platform Lights (2) Threshold Vertical Arm Covers (4) Warning... -
Page 7: Introduction
The NCL-2 is commercial orient- Lift operation procedures are Contact your lift sales repre- ed (intended for operation by an identical for all NCL-2 Series sentative or call BraunAbility attendant). lift models. The operating at 1-800-488-0359 if any of this instructions contained in this... -
Page 8: Lift Components
Lift Terminology Outer Barrier: The spring-loaded Lift Components tion labels illuminate to identify automatic outer barrier provides a the function(s). ramp for wheelchair loading and Refer to the Lift Terminology Il- Lift Frame: The lift frame con- unloading at ground level. Photos lustration on page 4. -
Page 9: Vehicle And Lift Interlocks
The Vehicle and Lift Interlocks lift platform cannot be folded (stowed) if occupied. BraunAbility Corporation NCL- 2 Series lifts comply fully with The inner roll stop features a all NHTSA vehicle and lift in- locking mechanism that prohib- terlock specifications. -
Page 10: Lift Actions And Functions
Lift Terminology Lift Actions and Functions F. FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: DOWN switch is continued to be pressed, the outer barrier rotates Fold is the action of the platform DEPLOY (A-C) downward from vertical position rotating up and in from the floor to ramp position. -
Page 11: Lift Operation Safety
Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That..All information contained in this manual and supplements (if included), is pro- This symbol indicates This symbol indicates vided for your safety. Familiarity important safety important information with proper operation instructions information regarding regarding how to as well as proper maintenance... -
Page 12: Lift Operation Safety Precautions
BraunAbility Load and unload on level surface only. immediately. Failure to do so may result in Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift. - Page 13 Lift Operation Safety Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: • Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries • Wheelchair brakes must be locked • Inner roll stop and outer barrier must be up (vertical) •...
- Page 14 Do not use platform inner roll stop or outer barrier as a brake. not fully understood, Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform contact BraunAbility (manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs — stop pow- immediately. Failure ered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls).
- Page 15 Keep owner’s (operator's) manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch at all times. Never modify (alter) a BraunAbility lift. Do not use accessory devices not authorized by BraunAbility. Do not remove any guards or covers. Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.
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Page 16: Operation Notes And Details
Read and become familiar with them. BraunAbility NCL-2 Series operating instructions all lift operation safety precau- lifts comply fully with all NHTSA and manual operating... -
Page 17: General Safety
Operation Notes and Details General Safety: The lift operator (attendant) and bystanders must Lift Power Switch On/Off Switch keep clear of the area in which the lift operates and clear of all mov- ing parts. Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants (passengers) keep hands, arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts. -
Page 18: Lift Features
Latches: NCL-2 Series of the lift components before picted in this section. Contact ™ lifts are equipped with Lift-Tite attempting lift operation. Refer to BraunAbility at 1-800-488-0359 ™ Latches. Lift-Tite Latches prevent the Lift Terminology Illustrations immediately if any of this infor- ™... -
Page 19: Lift-Tite™ Latches
Operation Notes and Details platform to floor level (standard the platform from unfolding open the hand pump valve (turn operation). from the stowed position in the counterclockwise) to unfold the event of platform drift. Due to platform. Folding the platform fully the “all-hydraulic”... -
Page 20: Inner Roll Stop And Bridge Plate
Operation Notes and Details When the UNFOLD switch is floor). The inboard edge of the Lift Features (continued) pressed and the platform unfolds roll stop rests on the threshold from stow position to floor level, warning plate (base plate). The Inner Roll Stop: NCL-2 Series this mechanical roll stop is auto- roll stop automatically deploys... - Page 21 Operation Notes and Details When the FOLD switch is ing at ground level (see photos pressed and the platform folds on following page). When the from floor level to the stow (verti- platform lowers fully to ground Discontinue lift use cal) position, the inner roll stop level, the roll stop activation feet immediately if any...
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Page 22: Outer Barrier
Operation Notes and Details Discontinue lift operation immedi- is pressed to raise the platform Lift Features (continued) ately if the outer barrier does not above ground level). Note: The springs rotate the barrier to the operate properly. platform must raise approximately vertical position. -
Page 23: Outer Barrier And Latch Operation
Operation Notes and Details the outer barrier is raised (verti- The latches disengage the bar- Note: The barrier must be fully cal position) and the outer barrier rier when the platform lowers unfolded until the entire wheel- latches are positively engaged. fully (reaches ground level) and chair (or standee) has crossed the latch feet contact the ground... -
Page 24: Lift Passengers
Observe a passenger at ground level. your passenger at all times during BraunAbility NCL-2 Series lifts lift operation. permit both inboard and outboard Discontinue lift operation immedi- facing of wheelchair and mobil-... -
Page 25: Standees
Operation Notes and Details Standees: Lift Operating yellow powder-coated guard is brakes are locked when a passen- located on the pump-side platform ger is on the lift platform. The lift Instructions apply to wheelchair side plate. A yellow boundary passenger must keep hands, arms passengers and standees. - Page 26 • Inner roll stop and when on the platform. outer barrier must be UP your area or call BraunAbility If the outer barrier, inner roll stop, Failure to follow these at 1-800-488-0359. One of our handrails or any other lift compo-...
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Page 27: Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts
Wheelchair-Equipped Operation Procedure Review seat belt (torso restraint) before Occupant Seat Belts loading onto a wheelchair lift. BraunAbility recommends that BraunAbility recommends wheel- Different types of disabilities transit agency supervisors and chair passengers position and require different types of wheel-... -
Page 28: Preventive Maintenance
Operation Notes and Details Transit agency supervisors be a part of your transit agency's 47 of this manual. Refer to the should train and educate their daily lift service program. Simple Maintenance and Lubrication inspections can detect potential lift attendants on the proper use section for further details. -
Page 29: Lift Operating Instructions
• Inner roll stop and any missing, worn or illegible decals. not fully understood, outer barrier must contact BraunAbility If your lift does not function as intended be UP immediately. Failure or a visual or audible warning signal is... - Page 30 Lift Operating Instructions Open Door(s) and Secure To Unfold Platform: Stand clear and press the UNFOLD switch until the platform stops (reach- es floor level - unfolds fully). Release switch. Note: In event platform does not unfold, press FOLD switch to release Lift-Tite latches.
- Page 31 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger (continued): 2. Press DOWN switch until the entire platform reaches ground level (see Photo B) and the outer barrier unfolds fully (ramp position). See Photo C. Release switch. 3. Unbuckle handrail belt (if equipped),unlock wheelchair brakes, and unload passenger from platform.
- Page 32 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger: 1. Read Notes below! Load passen- ger onto platform, lock wheelchair brakes, and buckle handrail belt (if equipped) See Photo G. Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the outer barrier.
- Page 33 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger (continued): 2. Press UP switch (Photo I) to fold outer barrier UP fully (vertical - see Photo H), and raise the platform to floor level. See Photo J. Release switch. 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform.
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Page 34: Nhtsa Operations Checklist
NHTSA Operations Checklist The following operations have been verified upon Platform move- installation. This operational checklist can be used ment is prohibited at any time to verify the lift is fully functional. beyond the position Discontinue lift use where the inner roll Verified: immediately if any lift stop is fully... -
Page 35: Manual Operating Instructions
Manual Operating Instructions Instructions are provided for all provides manual operating instruc- Refer to the Lift Operating In- steps that differ from standard tions also. Note: Inner roll stop structions for all normal lift opera- lift operation procedures. and outer barrier automatically tion procedures. - Page 36 Manual Operating Instructions Refer to release valve photos and Down (To Lower): To Unfold Platform (Out): illustration on page 33. Place slotted end of pump handle Using hand pump handle (Photo B): onto backup pump release valve 1. Close hand pump valve (place and turn counterclockwise (open 1/2 slotted end of pump handle onto turn only) until the platform reaches...
- Page 37 Manual Operating Instructions Note: Close back-up pump Refer to release valve photos and Up (To Raise): illustration on page 33. release valve securely before operating electric pump. Store Using hand pump handle: pump handle in clamps shown in Photo B. a.
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Page 38: Decals And Antiskid
Decals and Antiskid 37872 Decals W ARNING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read warnings and operate lift as outlined below. Lift operating instructions apply The lift is only as safe as to wheelchair passengers and standees. Replace missing, worn Standees: Standees must stand at center of platform (fully inside yellow boundaries), the operator. - Page 39 Decals and Antiskid Decals 400159 37871 31130 W ARNING TOWER TOWER Lift installation and servicing prohibited by anyone who has 31130 not been certified by The Braun Corporation Sales and Service School. Certified service technicians should call 1-800- THE LIFT to receive applicable 31131 installation/service manual.
- Page 40 Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Replace missing or Available Antiskid worn antiskid. Size Color Part No. Failure to do so may 2" x 12" Black #24172-BK result in serious 2" x 12" Yellow #24172-YL bodily injury and/or 3" x 8" Black #31188-BK property damage.
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Page 41: Maintenance And Lubrication
Failure to do so may formed by a BraunAbility authorized service rep- nants when lowered result in serious resentative at the scheduled intervals according to the ground may bodily injury and/or to the number of cycles. - Page 42 Contact your sales represen- nance procedures to be performed more often tative or call BraunAbility at 1-800-488-0359. One than specified. of our Aftersales representatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect Cycle Counter: NCL-2 Series lift models are your lift.
- Page 43 Maintenance and Lubrication Parallel Arm Lift-Tite Latch Dampening Spring ™ Lubrication Pivot Pin Bearings (16) (2 springs - 4 Points) Diagram Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Bushings (8) Lift-Tite Latches ™ Parallel Arm Pivot Pin (Tower Pivot Points - 2) Saddle Bearings (16) Bearing (2) Saddle Suppport Handrail Pivot Pin...
- Page 44 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Outer barrier pivot points (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch pivot points (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier switch lever pivot point Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch roller bearing (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier arm slots (2)
- Page 45 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Verify NHTSA Operations Checklist See NHTSA Operations Checklist. continued Inspect lift for wear, damage or any abnormal Correct as needed. condition Cycles Inspect lift for rattles Correct as needed Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inner/outer fold arms (2) Apply grease (synthetic) to contact areas between inner/outer fold arms.
- Page 46 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule continued Inner fold arm cam followers (4) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Parallel arm pivot pin bearings (16) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Handrail pivot pin bearings (4) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Hydraulic cylinder pivot bushings (8) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Inspect Lift-Tite...
- Page 47 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect inner roll stop locks (2) and torsion springs Replace damaged parts. Apply Light Oil to inner continued (2) for wear or damage and for proper operation roll stop lock pivot point. Inspect external snap rings: Resecure or replace if needed.
- Page 48 Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin (2) Resecure, replace or correct as needed Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Note: Fluid Use BraunAbility 32840-QT hydraulic fluid (Exxon ® should be changed if there is visible contamination. Univis HVI 26). Do not mix with Dextron III or oth- Inspect the hydraulic system (cylinder, hoses, fit- er hydraulic fluids.
- Page 49 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect gas springs (cylinders-6) for wear or dam- Tighten, replace or correct as needed continued age, proper operation and positive securement Inspect saddle bearing (UHMW - 2) Apply Door-Ease or replace if needed. See Lubri- cation Diagram. Inspect vertical arm plastic covers Resecure or replace if needed.
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Page 50: Limited Warranty
WARRANTY COVERAGE AND WARRANTY COVERAGE TIME PERIODS BraunAbility (“Braun”) warranty covers certain parts of this wheelchair lift for three (3) years or 10,000 cy- cles and the cost of labor to repair or replace those parts for one (1) year or 3,000 cycles. If The Braun Cor- poration receives the warranty registration card within 20 days after the lift is put into service, the warranty labor coverage will increase from one (1) year or 3,000 cycles to three (3) years or 10,000 cycles. - Page 51 Limited Warranty Providing the warranty card is returned within 20 days as outlined above, the labor warranty period will be extended by two years of coverage in accordance with the terms, conditions, and limitations of this limited warranty. In addition, if a substantial defect in material or workmanship, attributable to Braun, is found to ex- ist during the fourth or fifth year of warranty coverage to the following lift’s power train parts: Cable, Cylinder, Flow Control, Gear Box, Motor, Pump, Hydraulic Hose and Fittings, it will be repaired or replaced, at Braun’s option, without charge to the owner for parts, only, in accordance with the terms, conditions and limitations...
- Page 52 Limited Warranty LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THAT IS FOUND TO ARISE BY WAY OF STATE OR FEDERAL LAW, IN- CLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS, IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS LIMITED IN SCOPE OF COVERAGE TO THE SCOPE OF COVERAGE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
- Page 53 Limited Warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. HOW TO GET SERVICE To obtain warranty service the owner must do all of the following: 1.
- Page 54 Limited Warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Limited Warranty does not cover any of the following: defects in materials, components or parts of the product not attributable to Braun, any material, component or part of the product that is warranted by another entity (Note: the written warranty provided by the manufacturer of the material, component or part is the direct responsibility of that manufacturer);...
- Page 55 Limited Warranty of delivery to have these items covered by this limited warranty and to have work performed on the items at no cost to you as provided by this limited warranty. EVENTS DISCHARGING BRAUN FROM OBLIGATION UNDER WARRANTY The following shall completely discharge Braun from any express or implied warranty obligation to repair or replace anything and void this warranty: misuse, neglect, collision, accidents, failure to provide routine maintenance (See Owner’s Manual), unauthorized alteration, off road use, Acts of Nature, damage from weather or the environment, theft, vandalism, tampering, fire, explosions, overloading the product and...
- Page 56 Limited Warranty Nothing in this warranty, or any action of Braun, or any agent of Braun, shall be interpreted as an extension of any warranty period or the filing limitation period in this paragraph. Some states do not allow a reduction in the statute of limitations, so this reduction may not apply to you.
- Page 57 Limited Warranty Braun reserves the right to designate where any warranty work can be performed. Braun also reserves the right to examine any defective workmanship or part prior to giving any authorization for warranty work. Braun’s return authorization procedure must be adhered to in order to process any warranty claims. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS.
- Page 58 Patent #6,739,824 Patent #7,530,226 Patent #7,306,422 631 West 11th Street, P.O. Box 310, Winamac, IN 46996, USA Phone: 1-574-946-4139 • 1-800-THE-LIFT • www.braunability.com 400300 at the time of publication. BraunAbility reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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