Savaria Omega Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Omega Curved Inclined Platform Lift Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Failure to follow this warning can result in safety system compromises or defeat; this can result in serious injury or death. Savaria accepts no liability for property damage, warranty claims or personal injury, including death, in this circumstance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WARRANTY Ensure your Savaria Dealer provides you with a copy of the manufacturer’s limited parts warranty and documentation relating to any Dealer labour warranty. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONTENTS 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........4 To Ensure Safety .
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Ensure that only qualified personnel perform maintenance and service on the unit. • When replacing parts, be sure that only genuine Savaria parts are used. • This unit is intended for use by a mature person who understands its proper operation as set out in this manual.
  • Page 5: Proper Use

    Proper Use The OMEGA lift is an accessibility device used to provide access over straight-run stairs with a constant gradient. The lift will transport a passenger either sitting in a wheelchair or on the manual folding seat. The lift is designed for use by a self-sufficient person with knowledge of the unit’s operation and...
  • Page 6: Description

    Manual folding seat (not shown below) • Main power switch (located on external control box) Figure 1 Alarm button Key switch Emergency STOP button Drive unit Safety arms Pendant control Carriage (behind cover) Platform access ramps OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 7 When not in use, hang the pendant control on the safety arm using the hook at the back of the control. Figure 3 Emergency Stop DOWN Alarm button Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8 STOP button, press and turn it slightly clockwise. WARNING Check the emergency STOP button operation weekly. If the lift does not stop when the button is pressed, DO NOT use the lift. Contact your authorized dealer. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 9: Guide Rails

    Figure 5 Landing call station Upper landing stop position Landing call station Carriage Intermediate landing Drive stop position Horizontal rail Upper rail Landing call station Lower rail Lower landing stop position Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 10: Safety Features

    Application of the brake slows the lift to a stop. WARNING When the safety brake engages, the lift remains locked out of use. Contact your authorized dealer to release the brake and return the lift to normal operation. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 11 Audio Visual Alarm There is an audio visual alarm to indicate that the unit is running. This includes a buzzer and a red running light that flashes when the unit is in use. Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    Alarm button to signal for help Running light that flashes to indicate the unit is in use Options Exterior package (For outdoor applications, consult your local Savaria dealer as not all climates may be suitable for outdoor installations) OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 13: Using The Device

    • Never use the lift unless a trained person is available to operate it in manual mode in an emergency situation. • Never place your hands or any objects close to the rails or the platform while the lift is in motion. Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 14: Operation

    The access ramp will lower automatically. Be careful of the moving parts. 8 If using the manual folding seat, fold down the seat. 9 Turn off and remove the key from the call station key switch (if equipped). OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 15 16 Turn off and remove the key from the platform key switch. 17 Disengage the wheelchair brakes and drive off the platform. If the manual folding seat was used, release the seat belt. Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 16 19 When the lift is not in use, be sure to switch if off with the platform key and keep the key in a safe place to avoid unauthorized use. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 17: Manual Operation In An Emergency

    3 Turn the handwheel in the desired direction until the closest landing has been reached. Note that this process is very slow. 4 Remove the handwheel. Store the handwheel in an easily accessible place. Figure 10 Handwheel Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 Note that this is the same for a left- or a right-hand unit. WARNING Be very careful not to release the downside safety arm and put the passenger in danger. 2 While pressing and holding the appropriate lever, release the safety arm by pulling abruptly. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 19 Figure 11 SIDE VIEW Arm release levers at back of platform TOP VIEW EXPLODED VIEW Upper lever for left arm Lower lever for right arm Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024 OMEGA Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    WARNING Only qualified technicians are authorized to perform repairs and maintenance. DO NOT manipulate, modify or remove any safety feature of the lift. If any issues persist, please contact your authorized Savaria Dealer Problem Action Call station is not working - When the controls at one call station are activated, all other call stations are automatically deactivated.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    6. MAINTENANCE The Omega is subject to wear and tear from use. You must perform the checks and actions in the following tables to ensure safety and proper operation. IMPORTANT Savaria products are only to be installed, adjusted, serviced, or maintained by Savaria licensed dealers and technicians.
  • Page 22 Use a dry clean cloth to clean As required As required the outside of the rail tubes. Ensure clear access to the drive As required As required and main power switch in the external control box. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
  • Page 23 Normal: Verify proper operation of all limit switches. Every Year Heavy: Every 6 months Every Year Excessive: Every 6 months Normal: Check the tension in the drive cable and adjust if required. Every Year Heavy: Every 6 months Every Year Excessive: Every 6 months Normal:...
  • Page 24 Every 6 months Every Year Check the condition of all Excessive: cables. Every 6 months Check the grounding. NOTE Units installed in adverse environments will require additional maintenance on a monthly basis. OMEGA Owner’s Manual Part No. 000825, 30-m01-2024...
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  • Page 27: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance Record Date Time Reason for call Comments Dealer...
  • Page 28 Owner’s Manual For service or questions about this product, please contact your installing dealer. Dealer Name: Dealer Phone: Authorized Savaria Dealer Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. savaria.com 2 Walker Drive Brampton ON L6T 5E1 Canada Part No. 000825 ©202 Savaria Corporation...

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