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Dhollandia DH-CH103 Operation Manual

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DH-CH103
DOT-Public Use Lift
OPERATION MANUAL
Manufacturer:
DHOLLANDIA US, L.L.C.
E-mail : us.info@dhollandia.com
270 Southridge Parkway
Bessemer City North Carolina, 28016
website : www.dhollandia.com
Read the manual in its entirety before operating the wheelchair lift
Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and wheelchair lift operator
Doc: USE_DHCH103_US_EN_2022
Rev: 0 Date: JAN 12, 2022

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  • Page 1 DH-CH103 DOT-Public Use Lift OPERATION MANUAL Manufacturer: DHOLLANDIA US, L.L.C. E-mail : us.info@dhollandia.com 270 Southridge Parkway Bessemer City North Carolina, 28016 website : www.dhollandia.com Read the manual in its entirety before operating the wheelchair lift Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and wheelchair lift operator...
  • Page 2 (GVWR) that exceeds 4536 kg (10000 lb). DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EMERGENCY OPERATION ................................38 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR ..............................41 Introduction ....................................41 General troubleshooting diagram .............................. 41 DECALS......................................42 Regular decals ..................................42 Decals on inside of bus ................................44 MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS ..........................46 END NOTE ......................................48 DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    PUBLIC USE LIFT  DHOLLANDIA public use lifts [DH-CH…series used for commercial purposes] are designed to be fitted to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) (buses, school buses, and multi-purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes), and shall be used exclusively to assist wheelchair passengers to embark and disembark the vehicle.

  • Page 5: 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 6: Understanding Safety And Warning Signs

    Many safety signs and symbols used in this manual are based on international standards, others refer to specific situations or actions.  Consult section 9 for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals and their meaning. Make sure you understand these signs and symbols prior to starting the installation. Examples of standard ANSI...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions For Operation

    To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death, THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNING LABELS IN THE OPERATION MANUAL before and while operating the wheelchair lift.  Please confirm you have reviewed the most up-to-date version of this manual prior to installation and operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lift. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 8: Identification

    IDENTIFICATION EXAMPLE  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 9: Description And Wheelchair Lift Terminology

    GENERAL  DHOLLANDIA lifts are developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, high quality materials and components, and comply with the European CE safety regulations mentioned in the Declaration of Conformity (unless agreed otherwise upon ordering - export outside CE region) and the FMVSS 403-404 for US.
  • Page 10 INBOARD platform edge OUTBOARD platform edge DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 11 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 12 The electric control box and the hydraulic power pack are connected to the vehicle battery (or auxiliary battery) during installation, according to the fitting instructions of DHOLLANDIA and the requirements imposed by the vehicle manufacturer. See the INSTALLATION MANUAL for further info. Electrical and hydraulic parts should only be repaired or serviced by a qualified service technician.

  • Page 13: Safety Measures

    SAFETY MEASURES  DHOLLANDIA lifts are equipped with a wide range of safety measures, to enable its intended use with a maximum degree of safety for the operator, the wheelchair passenger on the platform and bystanders.  The following safety devices are incorporated on the DH-CH... Series: N°...
  • Page 14 Emergency cassette lock: in emergency conditions (in case of an electrical power failure) the automatic cassette lock can be disengaged, and the platform and lift frame can be pulled out by hand (= function DEPLOY). DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 15 11 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 16 18 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.

  • Page 17: Threshold Module

    As requested by FMVSS, a threshold module is used to detect an object in the threshold area. This guarantees a safe departure from the vehicle floor. It also makes sure the wheelchair lift will only initiate and continue the lift-action when the threshold area is clear. The installation and adjustment of this threshold module are incorporated in the INSTALLATION MANUAL. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 18: Safety Instructions For Using The Wheelchair Lift

    DO NOT USE WHEELCHAIR LIFT WITHOUT ADEQUATE SAFETY AND OPERATOR TRAINING  DHOLLANDIA lifts shall be exclusively used to assist wheelchair occupants and persons with impaired mobility to embark and disembark the vehicle, within the limits of the applicable load chart, in compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions in this manual.

  • Page 19: General Safety Instructions

    Open any doors located in front of the lift and secure any moving parts of the vehicle body. Failure to abide by these instructions can result in serious bodily injury or death to the operator or bystanders. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 20 Inspect the lift prior to each use. If any unsafe condition exists or unusual noises or movements are noticed, DO NOT use the lift and contact an authorized DHOLLANDIA service agent for repair. Please see ‘pre-trip inspection’ procedures under 4.6 from page 29 onwards.
  • Page 21 ALWAYS be sure to clearly identify to other drivers that the lift is in use. DHOLLANDIA recommends use of warning cones to clearly identify to drivers that the lift is being operated.
  • Page 22 Please consider that the video is representing a generic lift. Your product could differ from the one displayed. Always follow the guidelines of this manual closely.  Make sure you review these instructions prior to operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA wheelchair lift. NOTICE ...

  • Page 23: Danger Zones, Risk Of Crush And Shear Injury

     When operating the lift from a position on the ground, ALWAYS stand at the side of vehicle body, at a safe distance of minimum 50 cm away from the moving platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 24  When operating the lift from a different position, ALWAYS stand on the ground at a safe distance from the platform and the moving parts of the lift.  DO NOT allow any other person to stand near the lift and its platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 25 Any persons assigned to assisting the wheelchair or platform occupant with embarkation or disembarkation, MUST stay out of reach of the platform until it has reached its final position and has come to a complete stop, either at the ground or at the vehicle floor. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 26: Additional Instructions For The Wheelchair Occupants/ Standees

     Use extreme care in wet or slippery conditions. Wheelchair brakes are less effective if the platform and / or wheels of the wheelchair are wet or dirty. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 27 Standees alone shall face the direction of travel, toward the vehicle when embarking, or away from the vehicle when disembarking. They shall stand in the centre of the platform and hold onto the handrail(s) at the side of the platform.  It is FORBIDDEN to remove the handrails or any other safety devices. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 28: Loading Diagram

    Whenever the loading circumstances deviate from these best possible conditions, the safe working load (=SWL) decreases by 30%.  The dimensions of the load or wheelchair should never exceed those of the platform. The load or wheelchair should never protrude beyond the perimeter of the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 29 DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 30: Recommended Daily Pre-Trip Inspection

    DO NOT cover up any accidents or damage; it can be dangerous to you, your co-workers, and other persons. NOTICE Authorized DHOLLANDIA service agents may be found at www.dhollandia.com or by calling your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 4 for contact info.

  • Page 31: Importance Of Preventative Maintenance

    Competent and regular preventative maintenance is essential to the operational reliability of the lift as well as the safety of the operator and all bystanders.  All maintenance and repair work must be performed by authorized DHOLLANDIA service agents and using original DHOLLANDIA replacement parts only. ...

  • Page 32: Operating Instructions - Principles And Procedures

    NOTICE  The DH-CH… PUBLIC USE lift models provided by DHOLLANDIA may only be operated by an attendant who is accustomed to the operating- and safety instructions provided in this OPERATION manual. Incorrect use of the wheelchair lift or ignoring safety precautions can result in damage, personal injury or death.

  • Page 33: Standard Operation Instructions

    These instructions are NOT provided by DHOLLANDIA since the DH-CH… wheelchair lift can be mounted to multiple types and brands of vehicles. OPENING THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT Consult the operations manual before getting started.
  • Page 34 Hold the button until the platform comes to a complete stop after reaching the end stops at the work position. Make sure the operating area is clear of any objects or persons. Press up to raise the platform approx. 10-15 cm. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 35 Manually open the bridge plate at the inboard platform edge. Raise the handrails at the left and right side of the platform. ALWAYS make sure the handrails are properly secured in the upright position. Also lock the extension of the roll stop to the roll stop. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 36 Load and unload at the vehicle floor, help wheelchair occupants embark and disembark in accordance with the instructions of section 4.4 from page 25 onwards. 10 Repeat step 8 to disembark the vehicle and to lower the lift to ground level. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 37 Press UP to raise the platform approx. 15 cm/ 6 inches above the level of the cassette. Unlock the handrails at the left and right side of the platform. Fold the handrails back onto the platform surface. Fold the bridge plate back on top of the safety handrails. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 38 Where mentioned on the decals or in the manual, this sign refers to a normal operation by means of the electric controls.  Where mentioned on the decals or in the manual, this sign refers to a manual emergency operation by means of the back-up devices (Emergency Descent button and hand pump). DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 39: Emergency Operation

    Prior to operating the manual emergency controls of the lift, ALWAYS make sure you follow all applicable instructions.  In case of doubt, DO NOT CONTINUE, but contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further help and instructions. See contact info on page 4.
  • Page 40 A screw is located underneath the nut. Remove the nut and turn the screw counter- clockwise to open the valve. Press the button on the side of the power pack to LOWER the roll-stop of the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 41 Turn the EMR button back in its normal operative mode. Upon release of the emergency cassette lock, it should no longer be possible to pull out the platform manually.  In order to put any of the emergency systems out of service again, proceed in opposite order. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting And Repair

    Some steps in the troubleshooting instructions require special skills and specific knowledge, that can be acquired through the DHOLLANDIA training programs for maintenance and repair. In case of doubt, DON’T go any further, but ask your local DHOLLANDIA distributor for professional advice.

  • Page 43: 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 4 for contact info.  The operator should comply with all affixed safety and operation 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 44 DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 45: Decals On Inside Of Bus

     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...
  • Page 46 DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 47: Meaning Of Safety And Warning Signs

    9 MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS WARNING signs MANDATORY ACTION signs Overview and keep visual control over the Contact your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. working area of the lift at all times. General warning sign used to alert the user to Consult the DHOLLANDIA website.
  • Page 48 / or cabin switch. Switch OFF the electrical power. Manual emergency operation This is an operation to be executed manually (as opposed to an electrical function controlled by means of one of the control units). DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 49: 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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