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DH-CH101 /2 /3
DH-CH003
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Manufacturer:
DHOLLANDIA N.V.
Zoomstraat 9
9160 LOKEREN (Belgium)
Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92
Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77
e-mail : info@dhollandia.be
website : www.dhollandia.com
Read the manual in its entirety before installing and operating the wheelchair lift
Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and wheelchair lift operator
Doc: FIT_DH-CH101-2-3_CH003_CE_EN_2020 Rev: 0 Date: DEC. 17, 2021
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- Page 1 9160 LOKEREN (Belgium) Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92 Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77 e-mail : info@dhollandia.be website : www.dhollandia.com Read the manual in its entirety before installing and operating the wheelchair lift Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and wheelchair lift operator...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Meaning of safety and warning signs ..........................49 Prescribed torque values for bolts supplied with wheelchair lift ..................51 Installation dimensions overview ............................. 52 Pre delivery inspection (PDI) checklist ..........................54 Electric and hydraulic Information ............................ 57 End note ..................................58 DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 3: Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION GENERAL INTRODUCTION This manual provides you with the necessary information for the installation of the DHOLLANDIA DH-CH1xx-series wheelchair lift in a safe and correct manner to ensure good reliability of the lift. It provides you with general instructions applicable to the most common bus types. It might be possible that specific issues particular to your installation case are not adequately covered by this manual. -
Page 4: Contact Information And Disclaimers
NOTICE Please confirm you have reviewed the most up-to-date version of this manual prior to operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lift. See below for instructions to download the latest version of the manual. -
Page 5: Understanding Safety And Warning Signs
Prior to operating the wheelchair lift, make sure you understand the safety and warning signs used and read them in conjunction with the instructions in this manual. If in doubt, DO NOT operate the wheelchair lift. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 6: Safety Precautions For Operation
These instructions are supplied as a separate manual with your wheelchair lift. You can also contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for the latest edition of this manual. See page 3 for contact info. Or download the latest edition from the website: www.dhollandia.com →... - Page 7 DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lift. In case of doubt, ALWAYS contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice, prior to continuing. ALWAYS wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. This includes but may not be limited to: ANSI rated glasses with side guards or a wrap-around face shield, steel toe safety shoes, fire-resistant overalls, protective gloves, adequate ear protection, a safety helmet when working under the vehicle chassis.
- Page 8 Make sure the vehicle battery power is disconnected while installing the wheelchair lift. Connect the battery power to the wheelchair lift only when the installation is completed or as required in the installation instructions. DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lifts are designed as a bolt-on system and don’t require any welding. See section 9.2 for prescribed torque values. ...
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Page 9: Identification
IDENTIFICATION Every DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lift is identified by and labelled with a unique 8-digit serial number (with or without a space between the first and last 4 digits). Use this number for any inquiry on a particular wheelchair lift, or when ordering replacement parts. -
Page 10: Description And Wheelchair Lift Terminology
1.7.1 General DHOLLANDIA lifts are developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, high quality materials and components, and highly skilled workmanship. They comply with the European CE safety regulations mentioned in the Declaration of Conformity issued with each lift (unless otherwise agreed for lifts exported outside the CE region). - Page 11 The wander lead is equipped with an emergency button that immediately stops all electrical functions when activated. Hydraulic power pack: contains the electric motor driving the hydraulic pump, the oil tank, and the control valves. DH-CH003* ● CASSETTE LIFT WITH EXTENSIBLE PLATFORM ● TERMINOLOGY INBOARD platform edge OUTBOARD platform edge DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 12 DH-CH102* / CH103* ● PLATFORM WITH 1 SINGLE SECTION ● TERMINOLOGY INBOARD platform edge OUTBOARD platform edge DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 13 DH-CH101* ● PLATFORM WITH 1 SINGLE SECTION ● TERMINOLOGY INBOARD platform edge OUTBOARD platform edge DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 14 When turning the EMR button, the lift frame and platform are unlocked inside the cassette, and they can be pulled out by head much more easily. After emergency use, the EMR button MUST be reset in its initial position. Electric connection: plug for the connection of the wander lead with spiral cable. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 15 Vehicle manufacturers often impose prescribed connections for the battery and earth connections of the lift, which should be observed to avoid damage to the vehicle electrics. Where such prescriptions conflict with the fitting instructions of DHOLLANDIA, contact the vehicle importer or DHOLLANDIA for further advice. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 16 1.7.2 Safety measures DHOLLANDIA lifts are equipped with a multiple safety devices to enable its intended use with a maximum degree of safety for the operator, the wheelchair occupant on the platform and any incidental bystanders. The following safety devices are incorporated on the DH-CH...
- Page 17 This system prevents trial and error, and mechanical damage of the lift. Automatic cassette lock: in regular conditions, the lift frame and platform are automatically locked inside the cassette by means of a lock mounted at the inboard edge of the cassette. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 18 12 Main battery fuse: a main fuse 100 – 150A is supplied by the vehicle manufacturer or by DHOLLANDIA. It protects the main battery cable from the batteries to the power pack of the lift against short circuits and amperage peaks.
- Page 19 19 Decals: the lifts are supplied with a number of operation decals, load diagrams and safety decals. Some of these decals are premounted by DHOLLANDIA on the lift. Some of these decals are supplied loose and shall be affixed by the installer near to the lift at a location clearly visible to the operator.
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Page 20: Installation
/ or body will not adversely affect the structural integrity of the chassis and / or body. In the event that instructions of the vehicle manufacturer conflict with the installation instructions issued by DHOLLANDIA (e.g. on fuse ratings, etc.), contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further assistance. ... - Page 21 Verify the body builder guidelines issued by the OEM vehicle manufacturer and make sure you comply. When manipulating the wheelchair lift with a forklift or hoists etc… be very careful and make sure you don’t damage any components. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 22: Installation Kit - Scope Of Delivery
Connector: Remote control to power pack Power pack Remote control In addition to the parts that are shown on the overview, a set of decals is provided alongside the wheelchair lift. See section 5 on where to correctly apply these decals. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 23: Technical Specifications
Duly prepare the area where the cassette will be placed. Prepare the cut outs in the stair compartment and reinforce the structure if needed. Prior to any body- or door area modification, always contact the bus manufacturer for instructions and permission. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 24 The vehicle is equipped with an additional manual door, placed on the side wall of the vehicle. This door is to be used by the wheelchair users only and is out of use when the wheelchair lift is not active. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 25 Refer to appendix 9.3 for an overview of the installation dimensions and the correct placement of the lift in this installation case. EXAMPLE The order form will provide the critical installation dimensions that should be observed EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 26 If no order form is available, use the DHOLLANDIA POCKET GUIDE (paper or App) to learn the maximum and minimum installation parameters per type of lift. EXAMPLE Compare the installation dimensions and max/min installation parameters indicated in these sources with the actual vehicle dimensions.
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Page 27: Installation
Position the vehicle over a workshop pit or lift it up by means of a workshop lifting bridge or hydraulic jacks. Make sure that you have sufficient access to the underside of the vehicle, so that the fitting work can be performed in a relaxed and safe manner. Remove any components interfering with the installation of the wheelchair lift frame. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 28 Lay the mounting plates ready on the ground and position the cassette on a wheeled fitting jack or fork lift, that will later be used to slide the cassette onto the vehicle chassis. WARNING NEVER modify DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lifts or their mounting plates. NEVER deviate from the described installation procedures without prior written consent by the manufacturer. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 29 During installation, the bolts and nuts should be fastened with the proper torque. See appendix 9.2 for the torque values. If you use mounting bolts that were not supplied by DHOLLANDIA, make sure the total strength is at least equivalent as per this manual.
- Page 30 Fitting support wheels MQ0299 can be used during the installation of the wheelchair lift in order to easily slide the cassette to the right position. Attach the wheels to the mounting plates at the 4 different corners of the cassette as seen on the pictures below. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 31 An additional connector is provided between the remote control and the power pack. This way the remote control can be placed directly next to the lift and the power pack can be stored away in a more convenient space. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 32: Hydraulic And Electrical Connections
Power packs come in different versions and configurations. Connections for your installation case could differ slightly from the images that are shown below. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor in case of doubt. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 33 On the left side of the cassette, the hydraulic connections exit the cassette. These need to be connected to the power pack at the connectors that are marked P (Pressure) and T (Tank). See section 2.5.5 for the power pack connector overview. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 34 LOCK- marking (3). See section 2.5.5 for an overview of the power pack connectors. The second connector (2) that exits the cassette will lead to the electrical motor for the movement of the lift out of the cassette. This one needs to be connected to the 12-point connector (4). DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 35 Connect the 16mm² (+) battery cable coming from the battery relay inside the power pack of the wheelchair lift to the (+) pole of the battery. Mount the 100A fuse, supplied with the wheelchair lift, to the positive pole of the vehicle battery, and connect the 16mm² (+) battery cable to the fuse as shown. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 36 Firmly fasten the earth connection, and protect against corrosion, in the same way as the (+) battery connection. ⚠ For the wiring of the cabin switch, refer to the wiring diagram found inside the power pack and in section 9.5. EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 37 The remote control should be mounted in a location so that it can be held on to during the full lift cycle. Drill two holes to attach the controller holder. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 38 Check every connection that has been made in the previous steps by comparing it to the figure below. Remote control Electrical wiring Earth cassette Positive Lock pole Hydraulics Earth Remote control Positive pole Lock Hydraulics Electrical wiring cassette DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 39: Verifying Installation
Use the “DEPLOY” function to bring the lift out of the cassette. The deploy action will hold as soon as the lift has exited the cassette completely. Check if the lift completes this action without making any unusual noises or sudden movements. If this is the case, please contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice prior to continuing. ... -
Page 40: Commissioning & Quality Control
Operating a wheelchair lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can lead to premature wear or damage of the wheelchair lift itself. Operating a wheelchair lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can put the operator and third parties at great risk, and could result in severe personal injury or death. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 41: Adjustment Instructions
If the desired result can’t be reached by using the adjustments in section 4.2 and 4.3, please contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice before altering these factory settings. -
Page 42: Height Adjustment
6. Raise the platform to its highest position. Check the desired height and make sure that both sides raise evenly. If this is not the case, the cylinders were not adjusted to the same length. Lower the platform a few inches and repeat the previous step until both conditions are fulfilled. 7. Tighten the counter-nut. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 43: Bridge Plate Adjustment
Rod bridge plate (2): The length of the rod can be altered by releasing the counter nut and taking out the bolt that is attached to the lift arm. Turn the eye hinge to change the length of the rod. Retighten the bolt and the counter nut when finished. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 44: Decals
NEVER remove or paint over any decal. Missing, worn or illegible warning decals must be immediately replaced. Get free replacement decals from DHOLLANDIA. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info. The operator should comply with all affixed safety and instructions decals. Be aware that the decals merely summarize the main points, and that the operator must know, understand and comply with the full contents of the operation manual. - Page 45 DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 46 The following decals are supplied loose with the wheelchair lift and shall be affixed by the installer near to the lift at a location clearly visible to the operator, preferably inside the bus to maximize longevity. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 48: Finishing The Installation
When desired, the different lift components inside the luggage compartment can be covered to provide an extra layer of protection and to maintain a certain material finish. When doing so, make sure that all components are still easily reachable for service and maintenance. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 49: Service/ Maintenance
8 SPARE PARTS Only original DHOLLANDIA parts should be used as replacements in case of repair. Part lists for the wheelchair lift can be downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website. The latest version of all spare parts lists can also be downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website www.dhollandia.com →... -
Page 50: Appendix
MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS WARNING signs MANDATORY ACTION signs Overview and keep visual control over the working Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. area of the wheelchair lift at all times. Consult the DHOLLANDIA website. General warning sign used to alert the user to potential hazards. - Page 51 Switch OFF the electrical power to the wheelchair lift via the main battery disconnect switch and / or cabin switch. This is an operation to be executed manually (as opposed to an electrical function controlled by means of one of the control units). DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 52: Prescribed Torque Values For Bolts Supplied With Wheelchair Lift
Therefore, it is essential that the mounting plates are installed following the instructions of this manual. Banjo Bolt Torque Specifications BSPP Metric Pounds Newton Pounds Newton Banjo Banjo Force - Metre Force - Feet Metre Bolt Bolt Feet (lbsf- (Nm) (lbsf-ft) (Nm) Size Size 10.5 24.5 136.5 DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 53: Installation Dimensions Overview
INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS OVERVIEW DHOLLANDIA... - Page 54 DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 55: Pre Delivery Inspection (Pdi) Checklist
The requirement for mechanical or hydraulic stabilizing legs has been checked and been fulfilled (if applicable). The actual fitting dimensions don’t exceed the theoretical maximum fitting dimensions mentioned in the fitting drawings. The lift has been fitted to conform with the fitting instructions of DHOLLANDIA and the Body Building Guidelines of the OEM vehicle manufacturer. - Page 56 ▢ Put a load of 1.25x maximum rated lift capacity at the centre point of maximum load. The platform should not be able to lift vertically. 8– Documentation for the operator The OPERATION MANUAL and MAINTENANCE MANUAL are available in the vehicle. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 57 Operating a wheelchair lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can put the operator and third parties at great risk and could result in serious personal injury or death. It is therefore essential that the PDI check is completed with due diligence, and any shortcomings rectified prior to delivery of the vehicle to the operator. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 58: Electric And Hydraulic Information
It is important to follow these guide-lines with due care. A lot of oils or fluids used in automotive industry, such as transmission fluids and ATF oils, are not suitable for lift use. DHOLLANDIA has not tested the potential consequences of oils and fluids with deviating specifications and cannot be held responsible or legally liable for any damage to the lift caused by the replenishment with non- compatible oils or fluids;... -
Page 59: End Note
→ Country & language selection → Downloads → Checklists → … select required manual All maintenance and repair work should be performed by authorized DHOLLANDIA service agents and using only authorized OEM DHOLLANDIA replacement parts. Consult the separate MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL for safety instructions, maintenance guidelines, and troubleshooting support.
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