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www.braunability.com/international
631 West 11th Street, Winamac, IN 46996, USA
Phone: +1 574 946 6153
400106 Rev. B
August
2016
RA300
Public Use Transit Ramp
Series 07
ISO 9001:2008
Fax: +1 574 946 4670
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- Page 1 Operator/Installation/Service Manual RA300 Public Use Transit Ramp Series 07 W ARNING www.braunability.com/international ISO 9001:2008 631 West 11th Street, Winamac, IN 46996, USA Phone: +1 574 946 6153 Fax: +1 574 946 4670 Read manual before installing or servicing lift. Failure to do so...
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Page 2: Date Of Manufacture
The sales representative DATE INSTALLED NAME must process one of the cards. The consumer must ADDRESS CITY fill out the other card and mail it to BraunAbility ® TELEPHONE STATE The warranty is provided in this manual. The TO VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Ramp Terminology Maintenance and Lubrication Ramp Terminology Illustration ........2 Lubrication Diagram ........... 22 Ramp Components Terminology Illustration ..... 3 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule ....23-25 Introduction ..............4 Ramp Components ............5 Microswitch Adjustment ........26, 27 Ramp Actions and Functions ........5 Depoly and Stow Pressure Adjustment .... -
Page 4: Ramp Terminology
RAMP TERMINOLOGY Ramp Terminology Illustration Refer to the illustration below and the illustrations on next page for identification of components and clarification of direction terminology. Details regard- ing lift model variations, terminology, direction and components are provided on pages 4 and 5. Manual Weldment Sub floor... -
Page 5: Ramp Components Terminology Illustration
RAMP TERMINOLOGY Ramp Components Terminology Illustration Pump Counter Cylinder Cylinder Manual Relays Release Assembly Cam/Microswitch Assembly Pump Manual Ramp Release Manual Drive Arm lever Release Assembly Counter Cylinder Pump Relays Weldment Cam/Microswitch Cylinder Assembly Pump Manual Release lever RIGHT Note: The assist chains, electrical harness, sub floor Ramp and transition threshold... -
Page 6: Introduction
A single electrical feed provides ramp reaches an approximate your sales representative or call BraunAbility at 1-800-THE the power supply (12 volt), the 45° angle. The ramp continues ® ground, a ramp deploy signal... -
Page 7: Ramp Components
RAMP TERMINOLOGY Ramp Components Refer to the Terminology Illustra- Ramp Assembly: The ramp components from above. The tions on pages 2 and 3. cover is easily removed for ac- assembly is made of an inboard cess to drive components. The ramp section (stage one) and an Pan Weldment (Housing): sub-floor provides an antiskid... -
Page 8: Ramp Operation
RAMP OPERATION Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That..All information contained 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 as well as proper maintenance a potentially hazard-... - Page 9 Do not use accessory devices not authorized by BraunAbility ® Do not remove any guards or covers. If the information contained in this manual is not fully understood, contact BraunAbility ® immediately. Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and/or prop- erty damage.
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Page 10: Ramp Access Doors And Interlocks
Ramp safety and ramp passenger any abnormal condition. Discon- tinue use immediately and contact ity aids. The commercial oriented safety information is included. RA300 is operated by the transit BraunAbility at 1-800-THE LIFT ® ® vehicle driver/attendant. Unless Read and become familiar with... -
Page 11: Operation Notes And Details
RAMP OPERATION Operation Procedure Review We encourage transit agency su- Transit agency supervisors pervisors and driver/attendants to should train and educate all review the safety precautions and driver/attendants on the proper Read and become operation procedures provided in use and operation of the vehicle, familiar with all ramp this manual with the ramp sales door system, interlock(s), ramp... -
Page 12: Ramp Power Operation
RAMP OPERATION Ramp Power Operation The power ramp is attendant operated and activated Before operating the ramp, park the vehicle on a by the control switch provided by the vehicle con- level area, away from vehicular traffic. Place the verter (ramp installer). A momentary contact switch vehicle transmission in “Park”... -
Page 13: Ramp Manual Operation
RAMP OPERATION Ramp Manual Operation Cable-Activated Manual Release Manual Operation Safety A cable-activated manual release engages and Two oval-shaped HAND HOLD slots and two disengages the hydraulic system. A T-handle is handles are provided on the ramp (see Figure B). provided for activation of the manual release (see Carefully deploy (unfold) and stow (fold) the ramp Figure A). -
Page 14: Ramp Passenger Safety
RAMP OPERATION Ramp Manual Operation (continued) Figure B Keep clear of area Handles (2) Keep clear of HAND HOLD where ramp side plates Keep clear of drive arms. stow in pan (floor). assist chains. HAND HOLD HAND HOLD Keep clear of hinged areas. - Page 15 Keep clear of area in which ramp operates. RAMP OPERATION Ramp Passenger Safety W ARNING Position and fasten Be aware of the wheelchair- ramp slope. equipped occupant seat belt before loading onto the wheelchair ramp. Failure to do so may result in serious Stabilizing Wheelchairs: Pow- Wheelchair passengers who...
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Page 16: Ramp Installation
RAMP INSTALLATION Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That..All information contained 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 as well as proper maintenance a potentially hazard-... -
Page 17: Installation Requirements
RAMP INSTALLATION Installation/Service Safety Precautions Disconnect the power cable at the battery prior to servicing. Keep hands, arms and all other body parts clear of moving parts. Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation ramp. Replacement parts must be Braun authorized replacements. Never install screws or fasteners (other than factory equipped). -
Page 18: Door Opening
RAMP INSTALLATION Installation Requirements (continued) Door Opening: Open the door(s) Minimum Clear Door Opening ing that creates an uneven mount- fully and check the clear door Dimensions are defined as fin- ing surface should be removed. opening width dimension. Speci- ished door opening, including any The molding can be modified to fied minimum clear door opening... - Page 19 RAMP INSTALLATION Floor Pocket Clear Opening Dimensions RA300 RAMP MODEL BF3248Y-2 BF3255Y-2 BF3455Y-2 BF3262Y-2 BF3462Y-2 BF3462Y-2PA Width 34-1/4" 34-1/4" 36-1/4" 34-1/4" 36-1/4" 36-1/4" Depth 23-1/8" 26-3/16" 26-3/16" 29-1/4" 29-1/4" 29-1/4" 4:1 Slope Install Height 12" 13-3/4" 13-3/4" 15-1/2" 15-1/2" 15-1/2" 6:1 Slope Install Height 8"...
- Page 20 RAMP INSTALLATION Installed Ramp - Stowed Figure F Stowed RA300 positioned in the “floor pocket.” Right Installed Ramp - Deployed Left As viewed from outside the vehicle Figure G Front Inboard (of vehicle) (driver's side) Rear Outboard (of vehicle) (passenger's side) “Arrows/30°-30°”6-13-90 There must be a minimum 1/8”...
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Page 22: Electrical Connections
RAMP INSTALLATION Electrical Connections The ramp installer provides an appropriate control switch for the end user. A momentary contact Route cables clear ramp control switch (center off) of exhaust system, will typically be mounted near other hot areas and the driver. The control switch moving parts. -
Page 23: Electrical Connections Illustration
RAMP INSTALLATION 36502 008.ai Electrical Connections An 8-pin Deutsch connector is mounted at the front of the ramp pan (see Figure J). A mating 8-pin Deutsch connector (male plug) is supplied with the ramp. Terminate the power supply, the ground, DEPLOY signal (+), DE- CONNECTOR - P1 PLOY indicator, STOW signal (+) (B.C.# 30136) -
Page 24: Maintenance And Lubrication
MAINTENANCE and LUBRICATION Lubrication Diagram Gear and Inboard Gear Rack Ramp Hinge (internal) Outboard Ramp Hinge (concealed) Assist Chain Assemblies Drive Arm and Cam Gear Shaft (after Smooths or 1500 Cycles) Drive Arm Slot Chains Note: See the Maintenance/Lubrication Schedule for recommended applications per number of cycles or elapsed time. -
Page 25: Maintenance And Lubrication Schedule
Product Support representatives will direct you to an exposed to contaminants when lowered to the authorized service technician who will inspect your ground may require extra attention. Specified ramp. lubricants are available from BraunAbility (part ® numbers provided). Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Inboard ramp hinge Clean and lubricate. - Page 26 MAINTENANCE and LUBRICATION Chains at gears and chain assist assemblies Clean and lubricate. Apply Light Oil - See continued Lubrication Diagram Drive arm slot Apply Door-Ease. See Lubrication Diagram Inspect drive arm pivot points (mounting Tighten, replace or correct as needed. screws, nuts and bearings) for positive secure- ment, wear or damage Cycles...
- Page 27 MAINTENANCE and LUBRICATION continued Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Note: Use Braun 32840-QT hydraulic fluid (Exxon ® Fluid should be changed if there is visible Univis HVI 26). Do not mix with Dextron III or contamination. Inspect the hydraulic system other hydraulic fluids.
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Page 28: Microswitch Adjustment
MICROSWITCH ADJUSTMENT Microswitches: Three micro- switches (limit switches) are incorporated in the RA300 electri- Improper microswitch cal system. Ramp microswitches adjustment may re- are: Drift-In, Drift-Out and Coun- sult in serious bodily ter. Adjust microswitch(es) as injury and/or property detailed (if necessary only). damage. - Page 29 MICROSWITCH ADJUSTMENT Drift In Microswitch (Cam 1) Figure K Turn Cam 1 counter-clockwise to start Drift In function sooner (shut pump off). Turn Cam 1 clockwise to start Drift In function later (allow ramp to stow further before pump shuts off). Drift Out Microswitch (Cam 2) Figure L Turn Cam 2 clockwise to start Drift Out function sooner...
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Page 30: Depoly And Stow Pressure Adjustment
DEPLOY and STOW PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT Hydraulics B-3202-0106 Hydraulic Pump: Hydraulic Fluid: Use Braun fully deployed. Fill to maximum Fixed displacement external gear 32840-QT hydraulic fluid (Exxon fluid level indicated on reservoir ® type hydraulic pump with 12 VDC Univis HVI 26). Do not mix with (fill line molded in reservoir). -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
If property damage. function and related symptom in the problem continues, contact the Troubleshooting Diagnosis BraunAbility ® FUNCTION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1.11 Battery terminals dirty Clean and tighten 1.12 Chassis ground connection (frame... - Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING FUNCTION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY continued continued 2.20 2.21 Ramp was stopped within the Activate Stow function until ramp is out Locked in Intermediate Deploy “Drift Out” range during Stow of the Deploy “Drift Out” range. Then function activate Deploy function. Position (No Response to Deploy Switch/No...
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING FUNCTION SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 3.11 See 1.00 3.12 Drift In Microswitch out of adjust- Adjust or replace. See Microswitches in 3.10 ment or damaged Systems Descriptions for details 3.13 Drift In Microswitch harness discon- Connect, repair or replace Operation nected, damaged or otherwise damaged...
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Page 34: Electrical Schematic
TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical Schematic POWER CONNECTIONS / CONTROL SIGNALS (PROVIDED BY INSTALLER) SYMBOL KEY DESCRIPTION SYMBOL 14 GA. SIGNAL TO RAMP DEPLOY INDICATOR BATTERY 14 GA. SIGNAL TO RAMP STOW INDICATOR CHASSIS GROUND 14 GA. USER CONTROL SIGNAL TO STOW RAMP CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICE 14 GA. -
Page 35: Wiring Diagram
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Page 36: Hydraulics
HYDRAULICS Hydraulic Schematic Description Symbol Description Symbol Cylinder, Double Pump, Bidirectional Acting Displacement Pump Motor, Relief Valve Bidirectional Flow Control Check Valve Valve Fixed Orifice Hydraulic Port 3 Way 2 Position Filter Screen Shuttle Valve Reservoir, 2 Way 2 Position Solenoid Valve Vented “B”... -
Page 37: Hydraulic Diagram And Parts List
HYDRAULICS Hydraulic Diagram and Parts List Item Qty. Description Part Number Cylinder - 1514.3 - Compact C1514.3-9801 Cylinder - 1514.3 - Compact C1514.3-9901 Pump - Power Unit - 12 Volt Hydraulic - with Stow Valve - RA300 38671-12V Hose Assembly - 12" - 1/8" Dia - SW/SW 16004A-012 Hose Assembly - 14"... -
Page 38: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS Item Qty. Description BF3248Y-2 BF3255Y-2 BF3455Y-2 Pan Weldment BF48202WY BF55202WY BF55205WY Bearing-Flange-3/4" x 3/8"-12FDU06 24011 24011 24011 Bearing-Flange-3/4" x 1/4"-12FDU04 24012 24012 24012 Gear Rack Weldment FF00048WBKN FF00048WBKN FF00048WBKN Retainer-Gear Rack Bearing-Rear BF00034 BF00034 BF00034 Screw-#10-32 x 3/8" FHSCS SS 36293 36293 36293... -
Page 39: Exploded View (Fold Out)
EXPLODED VIEW 41 or 42... -
Page 40: Exploded View (Fold Out)
EXPLODED VIEW NOTE Illustration depicts BF3462Y-2PA only. NOTE NOTE 41 or 42... -
Page 41: Repair Parts List
REPAIR PARTS Item Qty. Description BF3262Y-2 BF3462Y-2 BF3462Y-2BC BF3462Y-2PA Pan Weldment BF62202WY BF34202WY BF34202WY BF34203WY Bearing-Flange-3/4" x 3/8"-12FDU06 24011 24011 24011 24011 Bearing-Flange-3/4" x 1/4"-12FDU04 24012 24012 24012 24012 Gear Rack Weldment FF00048WBKN FF00048WBKN FF00048WBKN FF00048WBKN Retainer-Gear Rack Bearing-Rear BF00034 BF00034 BF00034 BF00034... -
Page 42: Specifications And Dimensions
SPECIFICATIONS and DIMENSIONS Specifications - BF3462Y-2PA Ramp Platform Alteration Pan Alteration (BF3462Y-2PA) (BF3462Y-2PA) Pan Alteration Stowed View Dimensions - BF3462Y-2PA Pan Alteration (BF3462Y-2PA) Page 40... - Page 43 Page 41...
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Page 45: Warranty
Limited Warranty For Public Use Transit Ramps ® WARRANTY COVERAGE AND WARRANTY COVERAGE TIME PERIODS The BraunAbility (“Braun”) warranty covers certain parts of this ramp for three (3) years or 15,000 cycles ® and the cost of labor to repair or replace those parts for one (1) year or 3,000 cycles. If The Braun Corpora- tion receives the warranty registration card within 20 days after the lift is put into service, the warranty labor coverage will increase from one (1) year or 3,000 cycles to three (3) years or 10,000 cycles. -
Page 46: How To Get Service
BraunAbility Limited Warranty For Public Use Transit Ramps ® 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... -
Page 47: Legal Remedies
BraunAbility Limited Warranty For Public Use Transit Ramps ® a dealer prior to delivery to the purchaser. You must inspect the product for this type of damage when you take delivery. If you find any such defect or damage you must notify the selling dealer, or Braun, at the time of delivery to have these items covered by this limited warranty and to have work performed on the items at no cost to you as provided by this limited warranty. - Page 48 631 West 11th Street, Winamac, IN 46996, USA Phone: +1 574 946 6153 Fax: +1 574 946 4670 400106 Rev. B August at the time of publication. BraunAbility reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. ® 2016...
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