Operating The Wheelchair Lift - PREVOST X3-45 COACH 2018 Operator's Manual

open. If the parking brake is not activated, a
switch in the door will activate the parking brake
when it detects the door is open.
The wheelchair area door is fitted with an
electric lock and will unlock when the lift reaches
intermediate height.
In the event of a power loss, unlocking the door
is possible from inside the vehicle.
Release door lock by turning the slotted
emergency unlock mechanism.
EMERGENCY UNLOCK ON WHEELCHAIR AREA DOOR
To close the wheelchair area door, pull on the
handle (B) to release the locking mechanism
and slide back the door in closed position.
A light inside the vehicle illuminates the doorway
when the wheelchair access door is open.
A pictogram appears on the DID when the lift
mechanism access door or the wheelchair
access door is open. Refer to Controls and
Instruments section.
When either the lift mechanism access door or
the wheelchair access door is open, the parking
brake cannot be released and the transmission
gear selector will not register any gear selection.
NOTE
The activation switch must be in the ON
position for this interlock feature to be in
effect.
If in motion and the access door opens, a telltale
light will illuminate and an audible alert will
sound.

OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT

Inspect the lift before each use as described
in the RICON Owner's manual. If any unsafe
condition exists, or if unusual noises or
movements are noticed, DO NOT use and
contact an authorized RICON dealer for
repair.
Read and comply with all warning labels and
symbols affixed to the wheelchair lift.
Do not operate with a load in excess of 800
lbs (362 Kg).
Use extreme care when rolling on or off the
platform and lock the wheelchair brakes while
stationary on the platform.
wheelchair fits safely on the platform. Keep
arms and legs away from moving parts.



LIFT ACCESS DOOR OPEN
PA1627 X3-45 Operator's Manual
Other Features
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Before operating lift, be certain vehicle is
safely parked on a level area away from
traffic. Provide at least 10 feet (3 meters)
space for lift operation and passenger
boarding.
The lift operator must take special care to
ensure that area is clear before deploying
platform. Be certain there are no obstacles
beneath platform.
Open lift access door completely.
5-33
Make sure the