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- Page 1 ASCENSION VIRTUOSO PORTABLE WHEELCHAIR LIFT 5460P MODEL SERIES OPERATING MANUAL Patented – see www.ascension-lift.com/patents...
- Page 3 ASCENSION VIRTUOSO PORTABLE WHEELCHAIR LIFT 5460P MODEL SERIES OPERATING MANUAL...
- Page 4 Copyright © 2018 Ascension, A Division of AGM, Tucson, Arizona This document, or parts thereof, may not be reproduced in any form, by any method, for any purpose, without written permission of Ascension.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................1 About This Manual ....................... 1 Additional Information ....................2 Getting Help ......................... 2 Contacting Ascension ....................3 SECTION 1 ........................4 Product Information ..................... 4 Terminology ......................... 5 Important Safety Information ..................6 Description of Operation ....................7 SECTION 2 ........................ - Page 6 This page intentionally left blank.
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Page 7: Introduction
Operating Manual Introduction VIRTUOSO 5460P INTRODUCTION The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 established the legal requirement for public facilities to provide access and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. In response to this requirement, the Ascension VIRTUOSO portable wheelchair lift provides the means for individuals who cannot negotiate stairs to gain access to a moderate vertical floor elevation change, such as a stage, riser, or platform. -
Page 8: Additional Information
Operating Manual Introduction VIRTUOSO 5460P Section 4 describes the break down procedures for the lift and gives recommendations for transportation. Section 5 provides basic troubleshooting information in the event that the lift does not operate correctly. Additional Information The following sources of information supplement this manual: Maintenance and Repair Manual A comprehensive maintenance and repair manual is supplied with each lift. -
Page 9: Contacting Ascension
Operating Manual Introduction VIRTUOSO 5460P Contacting Ascension Ascension's business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Telephone: 800-459-0400 Mailing Address: Ascension Fax: 520-881-4983 Customer Service Email: sales@ascension-lift.com PO Box 40020 Website: ascension-lift.com Tucson, AZ 85717-0020 110056 REV M... -
Page 10: Section 1
Operating Manual SECTION 1 VIRTUOSO 5460P SECTION 1 Product Information Operational • VERTICAL TRAVEL DISTANCE: 12" to 60" [305 to 1525 mm], infinitely adjustable • OCCUPANCY: 1 person • MAXIMUM PASSENGER LOAD: 750 pounds [340 kg] • AVERAGE SPEED: 7' per minute [35 mm/s] Physical •... -
Page 11: Terminology
Operating Manual SECTION 1 VIRTUOSO 5460P Terminology To get the maximum benefit from this manual, you should be familiar with the following terms. Refer to Figure 1 as necessary. Dock Plate The plate that bridges the gap between the lift car floor and the upper landing surface when the lift car is at the upper landing. -
Page 12: Important Safety Information
Operating Manual SECTION 1 VIRTUOSO 5460P Important Safety Information When using the lift, the following basic safety precautions and practices must be observed: 1. Read and understand all of the information contained in this manual. 2. Do not expose any part of the lift to a direct liquid stream or spray, such as a water hose. -
Page 13: Description Of Operation
Operating Manual SECTION 1 VIRTUOSO 5460P Description of Operation Two hydraulic cylinders raise and lower the lift car. When the "up" circuit is energized, an electric motor operates a hydraulic pump which provides pressurized hydraulic fluid to the cylinders, causing the cylinder rods to extend and raise the lift car. When the "down"... - Page 14 Operating Manual SECTION 1 VIRTUOSO 5460P The casters are stored in the lift base. They can quickly and easily be installed underneath the lift so that the lift can be moved to another location. The hydraulic system is used to raise and lower the lift car and base frame when installing or removing the casters.
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Page 15: Section 2
Operating Manual SECTION 2 VIRTUOSO 5460P SECTION 2 Setup Instructions WARNING! Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving the lift unattended. WARNING! Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures. Prior to operation, position the upper landing end of the lift 2 to 4 inches [50 to 100 mm] from and approximately parallel to the edge of the upper landing (stage). - Page 16 Operating Manual SECTION 2 VIRTUOSO 5460P Open the upper landing gate completely. Verify that the dock plate rests securely on the upper landing, and provides a smooth, level, and safe transition to and from the lift car. See Figure 3. Figure 3 If the lift car is not at the correct height, repeat Steps 5 &...
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Page 17: Removing The Casters
Operating Manual SECTION 2 VIRTUOSO 5460P Removing the Casters WARNING! Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving the lift unattended. WARNING! Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures. 1. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet and turn on the lift. The ON/OFF switch is located on the electrical panel in the left-hand machinery cabinet. - Page 18 Operating Manual SECTION 2 VIRTUOSO 5460P brackets. Reinstall the lock pins in the brackets after removing the casters. See Figure 4. Figure 4 6. Place the casters in the caster storage brackets located in the base, under the hydraulic cylinder, and then return the lift car floor to its original position. 7.
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Page 19: Section 3
Operating Manual SECTION 3 VIRTUOSO 5460P SECTION 3 Operation • The lift must be turned on before the lift will operate. The ON/OFF switch is located inside the left-hand machinery cabinet. After turning the lift on, wait 6-8 seconds for the lift controls to initialize before operating the lift. -
Page 20: Section 4
Operating Manual SECTION 4 VIRTUOSO 5460P SECTION 4 Installing the Casters for Portability WARNING! Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving the lift unattended. WARNING! Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures. Prop the lower landing gate open approximately 45º... - Page 21 Operating Manual SECTION 4 VIRTUOSO 5460P Return the floor section to its original position. Repeat Steps 5 through 7 for the left-hand car floor section. CAUTION! Stay clear of the front edge of the lift car floor while performing the following step.
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Page 22: Hand Pump Operation
Operating Manual SECTION 4 VIRTUOSO 5460P Hand Pump Operation The hand pump may be operated from either the inner or the outer access panel of the right-hand machinery cabinet. Where electrical power is unavailable, use the hand pump to move the lift car upward (Step 3 below) or downward (Step 4 below) instead of using an operating switch. -
Page 23: Manual Transportation
Operating Manual SECTION 4 VIRTUOSO 5460P Manual Transportation One person can push the lift on a hard, level, and smooth surface. Two people may be required to push it on a carpeted surface. WARNING! Use extreme caution when rolling the lift up or down an incline, as it weighs approximately 1025 pounds [465 kg]. -
Page 24: Outdoor Use
Operating Manual SECTION 4 VIRTUOSO 5460P Outdoor Use The lift is weatherized for use in outdoor conditions, including rain. However, the following limitations apply: • The lift should not be used in temperatures lower than 45°F (7ºC). • The lift should not be used if the safety skirt is frozen or iced over, as the skirt could be damaged as it expands and contracts. -
Page 25: Section 5
Operating Manual SECTION 5 VIRTUOSO 5460P SECTION 5 Troubleshooting If the lift will not operate after it has been set up as described in Section 2, check the following: • The casters are removed and the lift is set up as described in Section 2. •... - Page 26 Operating Manual Notes VIRTUOSO 5460P Notes: 110056 REV M...
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