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Dhollandia DH-CH001 Operation Manual

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DH-CH001 / C001
OPERATION 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 operating the lift
Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and lift operator
Order ref: MD036.EN Doc: USE_DH-CH001_CE_EN_2020
Rev: 0 Date: NOV 20, 2020

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  • Page 1 DH-CH001 / C001 OPERATION 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 operating the lift Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and lift operator Order ref: MD036.EN Doc: USE_DH-CH001_CE_EN_2020...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    8.1.1 2-button wander lead with spiral cable (ref. OAE001) on DH-C001* ................24 8.1.2 3-button wander lead with spiral cable (ref. OWE002) on DH-CH001* ............... 24 Switching the main power on/off ............................. 25 Operation instructions for DH-CH001* ..........................26 Emergency operation of the DH-CH001* ..........................30 Decals ......................................

  • Page 3: Understanding Safety And Warning Signs

     Consult section 11 on page 38 for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals and their meaning.  Please take special notice of the following signs used in the manual. They indicate the likelihood and severity of a potential injury if a person fails to follow the instructions presented on the safety sign.

  • 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 lift. See below for instructions to download the latest version of the manual.

  • Page 5: General Introduction

    3 GENERAL INTRODUCTION  The manuals mentioned below apply to various types of lifts DH-CH001*, DH-C001* operating in a similar way. In case of any doubt, always contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See contact info on page 3.  The DH-CH001* are wheelchair lifts, used to assist wheelchair occupants or persons with an impaired mobility embark and disembark the vehicle.

  • Page 6: Identification

     Every DHOLLANDIA 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 lift, or when ordering replacement parts.

  • Page 7: Description And Terminology

     The DH-CH001* and DH-C001* are “cassette lifts” In travel position, the platform and lift frame are safely stored inside a sealed “cassette”. Upon deployment, the platform and lift frame are slid out of the cassette. Then the flip-over point is unfolded, a bridge plate and guard rails are deployed to make the lift ready for use.
  • Page 8 Hydraulic power pack: contains the electric motor driving the hydraulic pump, the oil tank, and the control valves. It is integrated in the lift frame, and stored inside the cassette while the lift is not being used. DH-CH001* ● CASSETTE LIFT ● TERMINOLOGY INBOARD...
  • Page 9 Slider drive system [W]: hydromotor and gearwheel system driving the platform and lift frame in / out. [W] → The lift frame is moved in and out of the cassette by means of a hydromotor and gearwheel system. [C] → The lift frame is moved in and out of the cassette manually. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 10: Safety Devices

    SAFETY DEVICES  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-CH001* / C001* series: N°...
  • Page 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 12 14 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 13: Safety Instructions For Using The Lift

     DHOLLANDIA lifts shall be exclusively use in accordance with the INTENDED USE as described in section 4 on page 4, within the limits of the applicable load chart, in compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions in this manual.
  • Page 14 To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death, ALWAYS make sure the platform is clearly visible to other persons from all approach directions. The lifts are equipped with flashing platform lights. Nevertheless, DHOLLANDIA recommends the use of 4 warning cones, placed around the work area of the platform.
  • Page 15 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 7.6 from page 22 onwards.
  • Page 16 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 17: 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 18  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 19 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 20: Additional Instructions For The Wheelchair Occupants And Standees

    A fall of the platform may cause serious bodily injury or death to the platform occupants.  Standees on the platform MUST ALWAYS make sure their footing is solid.  Standees and wheelchair occupants physically capable of doing so, MUST ALWAYS hold onto the guard rails at the side of the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 21 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 guard rail(s) at the side of the platform.  It is FORBIDDEN to remove the guard rails or any other safety devices. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 22: Load 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 23: 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 3 for contact info.

  • Page 24: 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 25: Operating Instructions - Principles And Procedures

    8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES CONTROL UNITS  The following types of controls are used on the DH-CH001* and DH-C001* lifts. 8.1.1 2-button wander lead with spiral cable (ref. OAE001) on DH-C001*  This control unit has 2 buttons to control the functions UP – DOWN. The functions DEPLOY – STOW are done manually.

  • Page 26: Switching The Main Power On/Off

    Push the button in opposite direction to switch the electrical power the wheelchair lift OFF.  Note: besides this industry-standard cabin switch, the vehicle manufacturer might add additional switches or safety features. Refer to the operation manual of the vehicle manufacturer for further detail. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 27: Operation Instructions For Dh-Ch001

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR DH-CH001* WARNING  Prior to operating the lift, ALWAYS take note of the safety features, door system, door interlocks etc. installed by the manufacturer of the vehicle and the operation instructions issued by him. These might have a significant influence on the safety of the operator and any persons lifted or lowered with the platform.
  • Page 28 When the platform leaves the ground, wheelchair occupants embark ground to the vehicle floor. ALWAYS make sure the roll stop is raised disembark in accordance with the and secured in the upright position. instructions of section 7.4 from page 19 onwards. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 29 Fold back on top of the platform main section, press subsequent order: the guard rails [1], then DOWN to lower the platform onto the end the bridge plate [2], finally the flip-over stop mounted on the lift arm. point [3]. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 30 At all times during operation, release the activated button(s) to stop the platform from moving. Additionally switching off the cabin switch and / or the main battery disconnect switch will switch off the electrical power to the lift. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 31: Emergency Operation Of The Dh-Ch001

    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 3.
  • Page 32 Manually unfold the flip-over point. Manually open the bridge plate at the inboard platform edge. Raise the guard rails at the left and right side of the platform. ALWAYS make sure the guard rails are secured in the upright position. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 33 Locate the Emergency Descent button [6] on the power pack [1]. Press this button [6] continuously to lower the platform to the ground (= function LOWER) and tilt down the roll stop. The platform stops as soon as you release the button. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 34 Use the instructions above for UP / DOWN to reach the correct height. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 35 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 36: Decals

     NEVER remove or paint over any decal. Missing, worn or illegible warning decals must be immediately replaced. Get replacement decals from DHOLLANDIA. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info.  The operator should comply with all affixed safety and operation decals. Beware 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 37: Decals On Inside Of Bus Near The Lift

     The following decals are supplied loose with the wheelchair lift and shall by 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 38 EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 39: Meaning Of Safety And Warning Signs

    11 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 40 Switch OFF the electrical power to the 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...

  • Page 41: 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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