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Service Manual for: Century Public Use Wheelchair Lifts Series DOT — Public Use Lift DOT — Public Use Lift “DOT — Public Use Lift” verifies that this platform lift meets the “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...
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The warranty cards must be processed to activate the warranty. Two Braun Serial No./Series No. identification tags (shown below) are posted on the lift. One I.D. tag is posted on the opposite pump side vertical arm. A second I.D. tag is located on the opposite pump side tower.
The following operations and conditions must be functionally verified in order for the lift to be FMVSS 403/404 compliant. If an operation does not function as described or a condition is not met, follow the refer- enced procedures to correct the problem or contact a Braun Corporation Product Support representative at -800-THE LIFT ®...
Platform Fold Pressure Adjustment 1. Position the platform at the floor level loading position. 2. Loosen the hex nut on the adjustment screw (do not remove hex nut). 3. Turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise until the platform does not fold when the Fold button is pressed.
Platform Angle Adjustment Adjusting the platform angle based on the Millennium “NL” Series relationship of the platform at ground level directly affects the angle of the platform Figure C when positioned at floor level. Unfold the lift and visually examine the angle of the platform when positioned at Angle A floor level.
Platform Angle Adjustment To raise the outboard end Note: Both adjustment screws Adjustment Allen screws are must be adjusted equally. provided on each side of the lift of platform - turn adjustment platform for adjusting the platform screw clockwise. angle. Adjust platform angle as Apply Loctite to adjustment ®...
Platform Floor Level Adjustment Before setting floor level position: tion if unable to stop platform when powering lift. • Adjust platform angle as detailed on page 6. 2. Turn Lift Power switch Off. • Ensure both stop blocks are 3. Press Floor Position Set but- making full contact with verti- ton (located between pump cal arms (details on page 7).
LCD Lift Codes To better understand the Braun LCD Trouble shooting display you must first understand the numbers that appear on the screen. There are Flashing Codes, Solid Error Codes, and Solid Normal Operational Codes. Flashing Codes #65-89: About 0 seconds after an operation has stopped there are a set of scrolling flashing numbers that indicate whenever a particular sensor or switch has been activated.
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LCD Lift Codes Listed below are codes that the lift controller outputs during lift operation. The codes will be displayed on an LCD screen located on the lift control board inside the pump module. See the Manual Operating Instructions in the operator's manual for pump cover removal instructions.
Activation Foot Pivot Points (2) Switch Lever Bearings (4) Pivot Point See the Maintenance/Lubrication Schedule for recommended applications per number of cycles. Specified (recommended) Available Braun Lubricant Type Lubricant Amount Part No. Light Penetrating Oil LPS2, General Purpose oz.
The maintenance and lubrication procedures specified specified by an in this schedule must be performed by a Braun autho- lift use and conditions. authorized service Lifts exposed to severe rized service representative at the scheduled intervals technician.
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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule continued Correct or replace damaged parts and/or relubri- Inspect outer barrier latch for proper operation, cate. See Lubrication Diagram positive securement, and detached or missing spring(s) See Platform Fold Pressure Adjustment Adjust fold pressure See Certification Checklist Diagnostic Procedures Verify FMVSS 403/404 Certification Checklist Cycles Correct as needed.
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Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin (2) Resecure, replace or correct as needed Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Note: Fluid Use Braun 32840-QT (Exxon Univis HVI 26) hy- ® should be changed if there is visible contamination.
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Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule continued Inspect power cable Resecure, repair or replace if needed. Mounting Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to 4500 the vehicle and there are no loose bolts, broken welds, or stress fractures. Cycles Decals and Antiskid Replace decals if worn, missing or illegible.
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Lift Electrical Schematic BK(24 GA COPPER) BK/WH(24 GA SILVER) LIFT NOTE: ALL WIRES ARE 22 GA. SWITCH BOX UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. OR(18) OUTER BARRIER THRESHOLD OCCUPIED / RAISED SENSOR SENSOR BK(18) DOWN BU(20) GN(20) RD(20) BK(20) GN(18) FOLD BK/WH(24 GA SILVER) BK(24 GA COPPER) UNFOLD RD(18)
Lift Wiring Diagram Note: All wires 22 GA. unless otherwise noted. Platform Lights (Option) 985-A1534NA 6-COND WIRE CODE COLOR BLACK WHITE GREEN NOT USED NOT USED 13 12 11 10 Lift 8-COND WIRE CODE 18-COND WIRE CODE 1 2 3 Control COLOR COLOR...
✓ Seal Kits: If repairing a cylinder, order Seal Kit #1500-0500P. “Down” Valve “Dual Relief” Valve * Raw material items ordered and priced per inch (order specified length). (complete) (complete) Coil Coil #31122 #31122 Hydraulic Fluid When adding or changing hydraulic fluid, use Braun 32840-QT (Exxon Univis ® HVI 26) hydraulic fluid (do not mix with Dextron III or Cartridge Cartridge other hydraulic fluids). #26078 #31121 AI/NCL917/029...
(items 26 and 27) if a blue nylon patch is not present ® on the bolts when retrofitting an M268 pump assembly. Loctite is available from The Braun Corporation under part ® number 11522-1. t Indicates items available for replacement part purposes only. These items are not included with replacement pump modules.
Apply red #271 Thread Locker Locktite ® to the three pump mounting bolts (items 26 and 27) if a blue nylon patch is not present on the bolts when retrofitting an M268 pump assembly. Loctite ® available from The Braun Corporation under part number 11522-1. NCL917-A6-021.ai Page 23...
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"Providing Access to the World" ® Over 300 Braun Dealers Worldwide ® "Providing Access to the World" International Corporate Hdqrs: P .O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA 1-800-THE LIFT ® (574) 946-6153 FAX: (574) 946-4670...
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The Braun Corporation of Winamac, Indiana, warrants that it will repair (or replace at Braun’ s sole option) any defect in material or workmanship in its wheelchair lift for up to five years*, providing the lift is installed, operated and maintained properly and in conformity with this manual.
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