Harmar Mobility AL500 Owner's Manual
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AL500 Universal Power Chair Lift
AL100 Universal Scooter Lift
AL550 Automatic Power Chair Lift
Capacity: 350 lbs
Capacity: 350 lbs
Capacity: 350 lbs
AL301XL Extra Wide Power Chair /
AL300 Universal Power Chair /
AL 560 Auto Hold Down P.C. Lift
Scooter Lift
Scooter Lift
Outside Lift
Capacity: 350 lbs
Capacity: 350 lbs
Capacity: 350 lbs
AL030 Power Tote for
AL010/050 Micro Power Chair /
Manual Wheelchairs
Micro Scooter Lift
Capacity: 100 lbs
Capacity: 135 lbs
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Summary of Contents for Harmar Mobility AL500
- Page 1 AL500 Universal Power Chair Lift AL100 Universal Scooter Lift AL550 Automatic Power Chair Lift Capacity: 350 lbs Capacity: 350 lbs Capacity: 350 lbs AL301XL Extra Wide Power Chair / AL300 Universal Power Chair / AL 560 Auto Hold Down P.C. Lift...
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Page 2: Unpacking The Lift
Your Universal Outside Lift was factory pre- assembled to require little assembly before installation. Box contents should include: Hardware Package AL100 AL500 Package Check List Package Check List Contents Include: Main lift body (# 1) Main lift body (# 1) -
Page 3: Wiring The Vehicle
WIRING THE VEHICLE Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation Instructions Self-resetting Circuit Breaker To back of vehicle Unwind the harness and lay it flat. One end of the harness has a black plug . This end of the harness To vehicle's battery goes to the back of the vehicle. - Page 4 VEHICLE HITCH Vehicle Hitch To install an Outside Lift on a vehicle, the vehicle must be capable of accepting a Class 2 or Class 3 hitch. If you are unsure about the vehicle and hitch compatibility, contact a local hitch installer or the web sites below.
- Page 5 Once you have determined the hitch class and bumper distance, refer to the diagram below to select the proper hitch adapter. As always, Harmar Mobility's trained personnel will be glad to assist you in selecting the proper hitch adapter. Hitch Class...
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Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION Vehicle Hitch In order to determine how to assemble the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter, the distance from the bottom of the hitch to the ground must be measured. Determine which set of holes to use to bolt together the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter. Use the 1/2” x 3-1/2” bolts and nuts provided and tighten. Drawings below depict a Class 3 Hitch Adapter The installation for a Class 2 is identical Hitch... - Page 7 INSTALLATION FOR AL030 ONLY ( Ball Mount Hitch adapter ) Bumper Mount Flat Bar Style ( Be sure to comply with ( Be sure to comply with vehicle's bumper rating ) vehicle's bumper rating ) For AL030 ONLY Ball Mount Hitch Adapter and stabilizer Omit stabilizer...
- Page 8 CHAIR PREPARATION AL600 & AL690 Power Chair or Scooter Vehicle Hitch Preparation THERE ARE 2 OPTIONS ON HOW TO ATTACH THE STRAP HOOKS TO THE CHAIR THAT ARE INCLUDED WITH THE LIFT. ANCHOR PLATE: THE ANCHOR PLATE IS A FLAT PLATE THAT IS 20” LONG WITH A SLOT IN EACH END. THIS PLATE WILL WORK WITH ANY CHAIR OR SCOOTER THAT HAS A CENTER SEAT POST AND ATTACHES TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT.
- Page 9 INSTALLATION CHAIR PREPARATION AL550 only CHOOSING A LOCATION and MOUNTING THE DOCKING DEVICE PLATE WARNING: Do not attempt to use this automatic lock down device on any folding, or take apart chairs unless recommended by Harmar. The closer the plate is positioned to the drive wheels, the easier the chair will be to engage...
- Page 10 CHAIR PREPARATION AL600 & AL690 Vehicle Hitch AL550 only SETTING DOCKING DEVICE HEIGHT If ground Then use: clearance = Hardware Used: ( from hardware pack ) No Spacers 1.75" - 2" Measure distance of Mounted on lift from factory mounting surface .25"...
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Page 11: Lift Preparation
LIFT PREPARATION AL100 SETTING HOLD DOWN FOOT HEIGHT With platform on the ground, drive scooter onto platform, from left (driver's side ) to right, until the rear wheels are located in the rear wheel spreader bar assembly. Stop when the rear tires contact the ramp on the platform. - Page 12 LIFT PREPARATION Vehicle Hitch AL010/050 and AL030 PIVOT POINT ADJUSTMENTS The hinge points are equipped with tensioning washers. amount of force required to move these parts is determined by the t e n s i o n o f t h e s e w a s h e r s . To adjust, simply loosen or tighten the bolt and nut located by w/ arrows.
- Page 13 LIFT PREPARATION AL 560 FOR ADJUSTMENT PURPOSES, ALL PLATFORM COMPONENTS ARE SHIPPED LOOSE 3 /1 6 “ AND MUST BE FIRMLY TIGHTENED Y , T E S S I F N E A R o r R - A R E E L F R O I V E...
- Page 14 LIFT PREPARATION AL 560 HOLD DOWN ARM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT DRIVE CHAIR ON PLATFORM RAISE PLATFORM UNTIL CLUTCH PULL RED “T” HANDLE ROTATE ARM TO OVER SEAT LOOSEN BOLTS DROP ARM TO CONTACT SEAT LOWER LIFT APPROXIMATELY 2-3 INCHES DROP ARM AGAIN TO CONTACT SEAT TIGHTEN BOLTS VERIFY ARM PRODUCES...
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Page 15: Operation
REAR WHEELS WHEELS Depending on Docking Station AL500, AL550 AL100, AL300 AL301XL Arrangement Next, remove the chair/scooter from the lift and using the toggle switch, cycle the lift completely up to make sure that all parts are in working order and that the lift folds up when it is empty. - Page 16 OPERATION Vehicle Hitch To unload the power chair, simply turn ON the power switch and push the UP/DOWN toggle switch to the down position. Hold the s witch down until the platform just touches and is level to the ground. Press the red release button on the Anchor Strap Base to release the tension and unhook the strap from the chair.
- Page 17 OPERATION AL550 LOADING THE POWER CHAIR Continue to lower as platform automatically unfolds. Stop when platform reaches ground. Insert and turn key. Press down on switch to lower platform. Slowly drive chair unto platform as TEST LOCKING DEVICE shown. S L O THREE WAYS TO VERIFY YOUR CHAIR IS SUCCESSFULLY LOCKED DOWN 1) AUDIBLE "CLICK or POP"...
- Page 18 OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY - AL 550 Vehicle Hitch VERIFY THE CHAIR HAS BEEN LOCKED INTO THE DOCKING STATION BY ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE CHAIR OFF IN REVERSE THE DOCKING STATION WILL “CLICK” or “POP” AND The YELLOW S L O INDICATOR WILL EXTEND BUT THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF YOUR \ POWER CHAIR IS TO PERFORM...
- Page 19 OPERATION AL550 UNLOADING THE POWER CHAIR Insert and turn key. Press down on switch to lower platform. To avoid bending over, you may wish to release chair from Locking Device prior to lowering platform. Be sure the drive wheels are engaged, and the chair's power is OFF.
- Page 20 OPERATION Vehicle Hitch AL 010 / 050 LOADING A SCOOTER "PLATFORM KEEPER" W E L D E D P L A T F O Once platform has been lowered at least an Insert Key and switch to "ON" position inch, unfold the platform. Continue lowering Press down on Toggle switch momentarily.
- Page 21 OPERATION AL 010 / 050 LOADING A POWER CHAIR "PLATFORM KEEPER" W E L D E D P L A T F O R NOTE: The Platform will not be allowed to unfold until the platform has been lowered at least an inch. Once platform has been lowered at least an Insert Key and switch to "ON"...
- Page 22 OPERATION Vehicle Hitch AL030 LOADING THE WHEELCHAIR "PLATFORM KEEPER" W E L D E D P L A T F O NOTE: The Platform will not be allowed to unfold until the platform has been lowered at least an inch. Insert Key and switch to "ON"...
- Page 23 OPERATION AL 560 LOADING A POWER CHAIR Insert Key and switch to "ON" position Press down on Toggle switch and the platform will unfold. Continue to lower until platform reaches the ground and becomes level. Drive the Chair onto the platform taking care to stop when the drive wheels fall between the bars in the platform.
- Page 24 OPERATION Vehicle Hitch Operating the Swing Away Many scooter and chair owners require access to the rear of a vehicle. To accomplish this a Swing Away option is added to the lift installation. This allows the complete lift to be conveniently and easily swung away from the back of the vehicle and allow easy access to the trunk or lift gate.
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Page 25: Safety And Maintenance
Safety & Maintenance Caution: Keep hands away from PINCH POINTS. As with most mechanical objects, the hinge point of a moving part creates a pinch point. Be sure to not to stick fingers or extremities at or near these points. Inspect the condition of your lift often. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Check the power supply. The wiring harness ( both wires ) must be run directly to the battery. Attaching the black ( ground ) wire to the frame of the vehicle is NOT considered a reliable ground. Run the lift from a shop battery and not through the vehicle wiring harness. - Page 27 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-010/050 KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 28 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-030 Vehicle Hitch KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 29 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-100 KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 30 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-300 Vehicle Hitch KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 31 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-301XL KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 32 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-500 Vehicle Hitch KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 33 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-550 KEYSWITCH POLE REVERSING SWITCH ACTUATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS TRAILER PLUG MOTOR COVER LIGHT...
- Page 34 KEY SWITCH ( TUMBLER & KEY) ALA12055REV 2 SWITCH PLATE ALA123REV 1 HITCH ADAPTER, CLASS 3 ALA14044 ROLLER 303SS .968"X1"ODX.490"w ALA50 3 OUTER TUBE FOR AL500 ALA50N50K-SSE-PLT BIN-CAM BOLT 1/2" X 1/2" ZN, PELL ALM12915 HITCH POST ABS MOTOR COVER H10250 H56026...
- Page 35 EXPLODED VIEW - AL-560 ASSEMBLY PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION H56033 SLIDERNUT, BRACKET - AL560 PLATFORM H56040 BRACKET, SKIN - AL560 H56050 SKIN, PLATFORM - AL560 H56060 BRACKET, WHEEL CRADDLE - AL560 H56070 WHEEL CRADDLE - AL560 H56080 PLATFORM WELDMENT - AL560 MMC_NO_93310A535 SHCS, 1/4-20 x 3/8", w/ NYLON PATCH, 18-8SS MMC_NO_93310A578...
- Page 36 Vehicle Hitch HARMAR MOBILITY - 2075 47TH ST - SARASOTA, FL 34234 - 866.351.2776 - WWW.HARMAR.COM...
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I need to replace the cylinders that houses the tension straps for tie down. Can't find d them.