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BraunAbility Under-Vehicle Lift NUSP34S31X48RWO Operator's Manual

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NUSP34S31X48RWO
Private Use Wheelchair Lifts
406668
Manual Rev. A
August 2021
Operator Manual
Under-Vehicle Lift
DOT — Private Use Lift
"DOT — Private Use Lift" verifies that this platform lift meets only
the "private use lift" requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may
be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of
the lift, except for 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).
®
W ARNING
Read manual
before operating
lift. Failure to do
so may result in
serious bodily
injury and/or
property damage.
Keep manual in
lift storage pouch.

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual NUSP34S31X48RWO Under-Vehicle Lift ® Private Use Wheelchair Lifts W ARNING DOT — Private Use Lift “DOT — Private Use Lift” verifies that this platform lift meets only the “private use lift” requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift, except for buses, school buses, and multi-purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operation Notes and Details Decals and Antiskid ......... 33-36 Introduction ............. 14 Maintenance and Lubrication ......37-45 General Safety ............14 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ..... 46-52 ® Control Switches ..........15, 16 Lift Features Inboard Locator ........... 17, 18 Outer Barrier ..........

  • Page 4: Warranty/Registration Instructions

    (outboard end). A second I.D. tag is Login to BraunAbility portal to located inside the pump module. submit warranty registration. A copy of the warranty is provided in the back of this manual.
  • Page 5 Warranty and Registration Instructions Record identification information below. BraunAbility ® INDIANA, USA BRAUNABILITY.COM XXXX Use Lift MODEL NUMBER Model No. XXXXXXX Max. Lifting Capacity - XXX lb SERIAL NUMBER Serial No. XXXXXXX MFG DATE Rev. XXXXXXX Date of Manufacture Sample Serial Number Identification Tag...

  • Page 6: Lift Terminology Illustration

    Lift Terminology Illustration Lift Mounting Ultrasonic Brackets (4) Sensor Chain Drive Motor Hydraulic Hand-Held Cylinder Pendant Control Inboard Lift Housing Locato Rolling Wireless Horizontal Arms Remote ® Outer Barrier Actuator h T-ha ually ndle lock e plat fully Failu resu befo form lt in...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Lift Terminology Introduction: Terminology: Become familiar BraunAbility NHTSA Under Ve- Refer to the Lift Terminology ® hicle Lift (NUVL) Series are ADA with the terminology that will be Illustration for identification of compliant and comply fully with used throughout this manual.

  • Page 8: Lift Components

    Lift Terminology housing and the electrical/hydrau- regarding control switches and lic drive components that power Lift Components their functions are provided in the the lift. Lift Operation section. Refer to the Lift Terminology Il- Platform Assembly: The lift plat- lustration on page 4. Wireless Remote: See Lift Op- form assembly consists of the flat eration section.

  • Page 9: Vehicle And Lift Interlocks

    The outer barrier is designed to Vehicle and Lift Interlocks gap between the lift platform and prohibit folding if occupied. the vehicle floor. The inboard BraunAbility NUVL Series lifts ® locator automatically rotates from The lift platform cannot be raised...

  • Page 10: Lift Actions And Functions

    Lift Terminology level (fully-raised) position when tion to fully-lowered (ground level) Lift Actions and Functions: position when the DOWN switch the UP switch is pressed. When Deploy (Extend): Lift deploy- the lift is fully lowered, press- is pressed. ment is the action of the lift plat- ing the UP switch first raises the form carriage assembly extend- DOWN - Outer Barrier Un-...

  • Page 11: Lift Operation Safety

    CAUTION Lift Operation Safety CAUTION Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That..All information contained CAUTION W ARNING 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...

  • Page 12: Lift Operation Safety Precautions

    BraunAbility ® Load and unload on level surface only. W ARNING immediately. Failure to do so may result in Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.
  • Page 13 Lift Operation Safety W ARNING Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: • Passenger must face outward. • Wheelchair brakes must be locked • Inboard locator and outer barrier must be up (vertical) W ARNING Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic. W ARNING Do not overload or abuse.
  • Page 14 — stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls). safety precautions are Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform. not fully understood, W ARNING contact BraunAbility ® W ARNING Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on immediately. Failure...
  • Page 15 Keep owner’s (operator's) manual in lift vehicle at all times. W ARNING Never modify (alter) a BraunAbility lift. ® W ARNING Do not use accessory devices not authorized by BraunAbility ® W ARNING Do not remove any guards or covers. W ARNING Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.

  • Page 16: Operation Notes And Details

    Follow contact BraunAbility ® erating instructions, and manual all lift operation and wheelchair immediately. Failure operating instructions before...

  • Page 17: Control Switches

    Operation Notes and Details Control Switches Hand-held Pendant Control: Lift Power ON/OFF Switch: This The hand-held attendant's pen- switch must be in the ON position dant control is equipped with three in order to activate the lift. The STOW push button switches (STOW, Power Indicator Light illuminates DOWN and UP).
  • Page 18 CLOSE Discontinue lift use Do not attempt to interface immediately if any lift aftermarket control systems component does not with BraunAbility prod- ® operate properly. ucts. To do so may result in Failure to do so may serious bodily injury and/or ®...

  • Page 19: Lift Features Inboard Locator

    Operation Notes and Details Lift Features position when the platform ex- between the platform and the tends from the stow position. vehicle floor. The inboard locator Inboard locator: The must rest solidly on the vehicle When the UP switch is pressed NUSP34S31X48RWO is floor (minimum 1½"...
  • Page 20 Operation Notes and Details Outer Barrier: The outer barrier Although the outer barrier is W ARNING provides a ramp for wheelchair lift-powered, activation of the loading and unloading at ground barrier is controlled by the lift Discontinue lift use level (see photos on following operator.

  • Page 21: Outer Barrier

    Operation Notes and Details The lift operator must view the level for any reason (contact position). Note: The outer barrier platform as it lowers to be certain with an obstruction, mechanical must be fully unfolded until the the entire platform reaches and failure, exceeding the lift "floor- entire wheelchair (or standee) has rests safely on the ground.

  • Page 22: Lift Passengers

    Operation Notes and Details pacity of the lift. The lift attendant Lift Passengers W ARNING (or others) should not ride on the platform with the passenger. If you are an attendant operating Whenever a Passenger Orientation (Board- the lift, it is your responsibility to passenger is on the ing Direction): The wheelchair perform safe loading and unload-...

  • Page 23: Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading And Unloading

    Discontinue lift use occupant seat belt manual, discontinue lift use imme- immediately if any before loading onto diately and contact a BraunAbility lift component does the wheelchair lift ® sales representative in your area not operate prop- platform.

  • Page 24: Operation Procedure Review

    Operation Notes and Details Lift Passengers Operation Procedure Review loading onto a wheelchair lift. BraunAbility recommends that cal abilities and the physical ® the wheelchair lift user and/ characteristics of your personal Different types of disabilities or attendant review the safety wheelchair).

  • Page 25: Preventive Maintenance

    Operation Notes and Details Preventive Maintenance: W ARNING Maintenance is necessary to Regular preventive maintenance Maintenance and ensure safe and trouble free lift will reduce potential lift opera- lubrication procedures operation. General preventive tion downtime and increase the must be performed lift maintenance consisting of service life of the lift, as well as by authorized service...

  • Page 26: Lift Operating Instructions

    Replace any missing, worn this information is or illegible decals. be UP. not fully understood, Failure to do so may contact BraunAbility If your lift does not function as ® result in serious immediately. Failure intended or the audible warning...
  • Page 27 Lift Operating Instructions OPEN DOOR(S) AND SECURE: TO UNLOAD PASSENGER: Manually open door(s) fully and secure. 1. Read Note below! Load passenger onto platform facing outward and lock wheelchair brakes. Note: Passenger must be posi- TO DEPLOY PLATFORM: tioned in the center of the lift plat- form and the outer barrier must be Stand clear and press the UP switch until the platform stops (extends fully...
  • Page 28 Lift Operating Instructions TO LOAD PASSENGER: TO STOW PLATFORM: 1. Read Notes below! Load passen- Press STOW switch until platform ger onto platform facing outward stops (lowers to stow level and retracts and lock wheelchair brakes. fully). Release switch. Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the outer barrier.

  • Page 29: Nhtsa Operations Checklist

    NHTSA Operations Checklist The following operations have been verified upon W ARNING installation. This operational checklist can be used at any time to verify the lift is fully functional. Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift Verified: or vehicle interlock does not operate Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift is properly.

  • Page 30: Manual Operating Instructions

    Manual Operating Instructions T-Handle VALVE Hand Pump OPEN I N G T -h a ll d le lo c fu ll e fo la tf il u re s o rm d ri u lt p la lo c v in tf o p lo p la...
  • Page 31 Manual Operating Instructions Cable-Activated Platform Manual Release System A cable-activated manual re- Ensure the platform is locked W ARNING lease system engages the before driving lift vehicle. Failure platform carriage assembly to lock the platform carriage as- drive chain. Disengaging the sembly will allow the platform to drive chain allows the platform roll in or out of housing unhin-...
  • Page 32 Manual Operating Instructions Manual Hand Pump The manual hand pump is used to lower and raise the platform. Release Valve approximate 1/16” intervals maximum Valve Tightening 30 inch lbs Specification: minimum Once valve seats 15 inch lbs (stops), tighten 15 to 30 inch pounds seats as shown.
  • Page 33 VALVE 31637-005.ai Manual Operating Instructions VALVE Refer to Figures A-D for the Manual Operating Instructions on page 32. Pump Module Note: Inboard locator automatically functions during manual operations. Figure A Figure B Figure C Figure D OPEN CLOSE VALVE VALVE 31637-005.ai Pump Module...
  • Page 34 Manual Operating Instructions IN (To Stow Platform): OUT (To Extend Platform): DOWN (To Unfold Outer Barrier): 1. Remove hairpin cotter from 1. Turn T-Handle to unlock (Fig. A). 1. Raise or lower platform to detent pin (see Figure D). 2. Pull T-Handle. stow level (follow UP or 2.

  • Page 35: Decals And Antiskid

    Decals and Antiskid Decal Placement W ARNING 29058 29055 Replace missing, worn (not visible) (not visible) 81819 or illegible decals. 18229 81814 29064 Failure to do so may (not visible) result in serious bodily 29065 injury and/or property 29059 damage. 21494 29060 The lift is only as safe as...
  • Page 36 Decals and Antiskid Decals 81813 AI/81814 29064 81814 Lift Out W ARNING W ARNING 29064 29065 Keep clear of stepwell when Face outward and lock wheelchair brakes before operating lift. operating lift. 81814 81813 Full Out 29065 29884 AI/818183 29055 29059 Series Increase...
  • Page 37 Decals and Antiskid Decals 28461 81819 31410 31411 AI/81819 31410 (5-05).ai 31411.ai MANUAL OPERATION D ANGER W ARNING MANUAL OPERATION KEEP CLEAR OF MOVING PARTS • Read manual before operating lift. 81819 • Load and unload on level surface only. OUT (TO EXTEND PLATFORM): •...
  • Page 38 Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Inspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid. Order as needed. W ARNING Note: Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol before decal or antiskid application. Use a clean cloth or paper towels. Do not use oily shop Replace missing or rags.

  • Page 39: Maintenance And Lubrication

    BraunAbility authorized service which could result ® Failure to do so may representative at the scheduled intervals accord-...
  • Page 40 Contact your sales repre- Maintenance Indicator: The Lift Ready green sentative or call BraunAbility at 1-800-946-7513. ® LED mounted on top of the pump cover will change One of our national AfterSales representatives color to yellow after every 750 cycles.
  • Page 41 Drive Chain Drive Chain and Rollers Release Latch Hydraulic Cylinder Carriage Rollers Pivot (bearings) Points Eccentric Shaft Rollers (bearings) Torque Tube Pivot Points Torque Tube Pivot Points Lifting Arm Pivot Points and Rollers (bearings) Rolling Horizontal Carriage Tube Slot Area Outer Barrier I N G h T-ha...
  • Page 42 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Outer barrier and lower closure pivot points Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier detent pin pivot points (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Inboard locator hinge pivot points Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Inboard locator linkage pivot points and Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram locator latch...
  • Page 43 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Check drive chain tension. Pull out and lock manual release cable. Adjust chain tension as needed. See Drive Chain Adjust- ment in Service Manual. Resecure, replace or correct as needed. See Inspect inboard locator and linkage for: •...
  • Page 44 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Carriage rollers (bearings) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Eccentric shaft rollers (bearings) Apply Door Ease - See Lubrication Diagram. Apply Rolling horizontal carriage arm slot area.
  • Page 45 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect drive chain release latch mecha- Correct or replace damaged parts and/or relubri- nism for proper operation, positive cate. securement, wear or other damage Ensure T-handle release and cable assembly Inspect platform cable-activated manual operate properly (see Manual Operation). Ensure release system (T-handle/cable assem- bly and carriage movement) carriage can be manually extended and retracted...
  • Page 46 Resecure, repair or replace if needed. Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Use BraunAbility 406416KS (1 qt) or 406417KS (1 Note: Fluid should be changed if there qt -12 pack) Duragard Hi-Tek Ultra HVI-26 hydraulic ®...
  • Page 47 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inspect lifting arm bushings and pivot Replace if needed. pins for visible wear or damage Inspect outer barrier pivot pin mounting Tighten or replace if needed bolts (2) 4500 Mounting Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the Cycles vehicle and there are no loose bolts, broken welds, or stress fractures.

  • Page 48: Braunability Limited Warranty

    BraunAbility 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 ® cycles and the cost of labor to repair or replace those parts for one (1) year or 3,000 cycles. This limit- ed warranty covers substantial defects in materials and workmanship of the lift, provided that the lift is operated and maintained properly and in conformity with the owner’s manual.
  • Page 49 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® Braun’s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Braun under this limited warranty. Braun reserves the right to use new or remanufactured parts of similar quality to complete any work, and to make parts and design changes from time to time without notice to anyone.
  • Page 50 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® BRAUN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SHALL BE INDEPENDENT OF ANY FAILURE OF THE ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY WARRANTY, AND THIS EXCLUSION SHALL SURVIVE ANY DETERMINATION THAT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY HAS FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
  • Page 51 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® Since Braun does not control the scheduling of service work at the independent dealerships you may en- counter some delay in scheduling or completion of work. If you need assistance you may contact Braun, at 631 West 11th Street, Winamac, Indiana 46996; 1-800-THE-LIFT, (843-5438).
  • Page 52 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® including any acts of weather or damage or corrosion due to the environment; theft, vandalism, fire, or other intervening acts not attributable to Braun; damage resulting from tire wear or tire failure; defacing, scratch- es, dents or chips on any interior or exterior surface of the product, including those caused by rocks or other road hazards, damage caused by off road use, overloading or alteration of the product, or any of its compo- nents or parts;...
  • Page 53 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® LEGAL REMEDIES Any action to enforce any portion of this limited warranty, or any implied warranty, must be commenced within six (6) months after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above or the action will be barred because of the passage of time.
  • Page 54 BraunAbility Limited Warranty ® benefits of this limited warranty, and it changes the start date of the warranty to the date of final assembly of the product by Braun. Braun agrees to repair or replace any of its factory installed parts found to have substantial defects within the appropriate warranty period designated above, provided that the repair is authorized by Braun and car- ried out by an authorized service center (a Braun labor schedule determines the cost allowance for repairs).
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  • Page 56 Manual Rev. A www.braunability.com August 2021 All illustrations, descriptions and speci cations in this document are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. BraunAbility® (aka Braun®) reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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