Braun Millenium NL955 Series Operator's Manual

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Private Use Wheelchair Lifts

DOT — Private Use Lift

"DOT — Private Use Lift" verifies that this platform lift meets only

the "private use lift" requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may

be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of

the lift, except for buses, school buses, and multi-purpose

passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle

weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb).

"Providing Access to the World"

International Corporate Hdqrs: P .O. Box 310

1-800-THE LIFT

Patent #5,261,779

Patent #6,065,924

Patent #6,238,169

32244 Rev. B

Patent #6,464,447

January 2008

Patent #6,464,447

Winamac, IN 46996 USA

(574) 946-6153

FAX: (574) 946-4670

Patent #6,599,079

Patent #6,692,217

Patent #6,739,824

Patents Pending

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Read manual

before operating

lift. Failure to do

so may result in

serious bodily

injury and/or

property damage.

Keep manual in

lift storage pouch.

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Page 1 Operator's Manual for: W ARNING Private Use Wheelchair Lifts DOT — Private Use Lift DOT — Private Use Lift “DOT — Private Use Lift” verifies that this platform lift meets only the “private use lift” requirements of FMVSS No. 403. This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift, except for buses, school buses, and multi-purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross vehicle...
Page 2 Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen have designed and assembled the ﬁnest lift available. This manual includes safety precautions, lift operating instructions, man- ual operating instructions, and instructions for maintenance and lubrication procedures.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty and Registration Instructions ... 2, 3 Automatic Floor Level Switching ....... 21 Lift Terminology Outer Barrier and Side Entry ....... 21-23 Lift Terminology Illustration ........4 Outer Barrier Latch .......... 23 Introduction ..............5 Outer Barrier and Latch Operation ....24 Direction ..............
Page 4: Warranty And Registration Instructions
CYLINDER 14CF OWNER MFG DATE DATE INSTALLED NAME 07/08/2005 ADDRESS Sample Sample e5*72/245*95/54*0110*00 CITY Serial No./Series No. Warranty/Registration U.S. PATENT 5261779-5806632-6692217 TELEPHONE STATE Identiﬁcation Tag Card TO VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION. Page 2...
Page 5: Warranty And Registration Instructions
Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No. Pump Code Note: This information must be provided when ﬁling a Series No. Cylinder Code warranty claim or ordering parts. Keep for future use. Serial No. Date of Manufacture Page 3...
Page 6: Lift Terminology Illustration
Lift-Tite ™ Latches (2) Towers (2) Lift Terminology Top Parallel Arms (2) Audible Illustration Main Cylinders (2) Threshold Hand-Held Warning Adjustable Quiet-Ride Stow Blocks (2) Pendant Control Platform Lights Power Indicator Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm Light Threshold Vertical Arm Covers (4) Warning Plate Pump Module...
Page 7: Introduction
Become familiar with the identiﬁ- tration (NHTSA) speciﬁcations. cation of lift components and their Lift operation procedures are The Braun NL955 is consumer functions. Contact your lift sales identical for all NL955 Series oriented (designed to allow op- representative or call The Braun lift models.
Page 8: Lift Components
Lift Terminology Lift Components FOLD, DOWN, and UP). The Platform Assembly: The plat- momentary switches activate the form assembly consists of the automatic lift functions. The lift Refer to the Lift Terminology Il- steel tubing frame with grating function labels illuminate to iden- lustration on page 4.
Page 9: Vehicle And Lift Interlocks
Vehicle and Lift Interlocks Outer Barrier Latch: The function if the inboard locator or spring-loaded latch locks the Braun Corporation NL955 the outer barrier are occupied. outer barrier in the vertical posi- Series lifts comply fully with all The lift platform cannot be folded...
Page 10: Lift Actions And Functions
Lift Terminology Lift Actions and Functions ered (ground) position and the F. FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: DOWN switch is continued to be Fold is the action of the platform DEPLOY (A-C) pressed, the outer barrier rotates rotating up and in from the ﬂoor downward from vertical position level (horizontal) position to fully- A.
Page 11: Lift Operation Safety
Lift Operation Safety Safety Symbols SAFETY FIRST! Know That ... All information contained CAUTION W ARNING in this manual and supplements (if included), is pro- This symbol indicates This symbol indi- vided for your safety. Familiarity important safety in- cates important in- with proper operation instructions formation regarding a formation regarding...
Page 12: Lift Operation Safety Precautions
The Braun Load and unload on level surface only. W ARNING Corporation immedi- ately. Failure to do so Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.
Page 13 Lift Operation Safety W ARNING Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: • Passenger must face outward. • Wheelchair brakes must be locked. • Inboard locator and outer barrier must be up (vertical). • Outer barrier latch must be fully engaged. W ARNING Load and unload clear of vehicular trafﬁc.
Page 14 — stop powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls). safety precautions are not fully understood, W ARNING Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform. contact The Braun Corporation immedi- W ARNING Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ately. Failure to do so...
Page 15 Keep this operator’s manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch when not in use. W ARNING Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation lift. W ARNING Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The Braun Corporation. W ARNING Do not remove any guards or covers. W ARNING Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.
Page 16: Operation Notes And Details
Note: Lift and vehicle Note: An attendant must not fully understood, interlocks prevent lift operation manually open and close lift contact The Braun until the vehicle is immobilized. door(s) in applications where Corporation immedi- power door operator(s) are not ately.
Page 17: Control Switches
Operation Notes and Details Press switches upward parts. Follow all lift operation must keep hands, arms and all for these functions: and wheelchair passenger infor- other body parts within the lift oc- Door(s) Platform mation detailed in this manual. cupant area and clear of moving CLOSE FOLD Yellow...
Page 18 Operation Notes and Details Control Switches (continued): Hand-held Pendant Control: The hand-held Switch Arm UP/DOWN Switch: A spring-loaded attendant's pendant control is equipped with four horizontal-slide style switch is built in the switch push button switches, (UNFOLD, FOLD, DOWN, arm. The switch arm UP/DOWN switch activates and UP).
Page 19 W ARNING control systems authorized Do not press lift-mounted for use with Braun products. switches and auxiliary control Discontinue lift use station switches at the same immediately if any time. Do not attempt to in-...
Page 20: Lift Features
Tite ™ Latches. Lift-Tite ™ Latches Braun Corporation immediately if of the lift components before prevent the platform from unfold- any of this information is not fully attempting lift operation. Refer ing from the stowed position in ®...
Page 21: Lift-Tite ™ Latches
Operation Notes and Details dard operation). When manually the event of platform drift. the platform. Folding the plat- operating a lift equipped with Due to the “all-hydraulic” form fully ﬁrst will ensure that the Lift-Tite ™ latches, insert the pump operation of the dual-cylinder Lift-Tite ™...
Page 22: Inboard Locator And Bridge Plate
Operation Notes and Details When the UNFOLD switch is of the bridge plate rests on the Lift Features (continued): pressed and the platform unfolds threshold warning plate (base from stow position to ﬂoor level, plate). Inboard Locator and Bridge this mechanical locator/bridge Plate: NL955 Series lift models plate is automatically deployed to The locator/bridge plate auto-...
Page 23: Automatic Floor Level Switching
Operation Notes and Details Automatic Floor Level Switch- the UP switch is pressed and the discontinue lift operation im- ing: When the platform unfolds platform raises from ground level, mediately. from the stowed position, the plat- the inboard locator automatically form stops automatically at ﬂoor Outer Barrier and Side Entry: unfolds (rotates) to the horizon-...
Page 24 Operation Notes and Details Although the outer barrier is lift- ation immediately if the outer Lift Features (continued) powered, activation of the barrier barrier or side entry do not ramp for wheelchair loading and operate properly. is controlled by the lift operator. Activating either DOWN switch unloading at ground level.
Page 25: Outer Barrier Latch
Operation Notes and Details barrier (when DOWN switch is Interlock: The outer barrier (reaches ground level) and the activated). See photos A and B. senses weight to prohibit lift latch foot contacts the ground operation if occupied. The belt and chain driven side (latch raises above the barrier).
Page 26: Outer Barrier And Latch Operation
Operation Notes and Details of the platform contacts a raised surface (such as a curb), prevent- failure, exceeding the lift “ﬂoor- Lift Features (continued): ing the operator from lowering the to-ground” capacity, etc.). Interlock: Lift platform move- inboard end of the platform. ment will be interrupted unless After the platform is fully lowered the barrier is raised and the...
Page 27: Lift Passengers
The threshold mediately and contact your sales The wheelchair brakes must be warning plate identiﬁes the representative or call The Braun locked, the inboard locator and platform threshold area. Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT ®...
Page 28: Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts
Operation Notes and Details One of our national Product Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts Support representatives will direct you to an authorized The Braun Corporation recom- Wheelchair lift attendants should service technician who will mends wheelchair passengers be instructed on any special inspect your lift.
Page 29: Preventive Maintenance
Operation Notes and Details Using your own wheelchair, Preventive Maintenance operate the lift through all func- tions and enter and exit the • Do the automatic door(s) open Maintenance is necessary to vehicle with the sales represen- fully (if equipped)? ensure safe and trouble-free lift tative on hand to ensure the lift •...
Page 30 Operation Notes and Details Exposure to harsh weather ele- W ARNING ments, environment conditions, or heavy usage, etc. may require Maintenance and more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures lubrication procedures. must be performed by authorized service Preventive maintenance visual personnel as speciﬁed inspections do not take the place in this manual.
Page 31: Lift Operating Instructions
Replace any missing, worn or be UP. not fully understood, illegible decals. Failure to do so may contact The Braun result in serious Corporation immedi- If your lift does not function as in- bodily injury and/or ately. Failure to do so tended or an audible warning signal is property damage.
Page 32 Lift Operating Instructions To Open Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow OPEN switch until door(s) are fully open. Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually open door(s) fully and secure. To Unfold Platform (Out): Press orange UNFOLD switch until platform stops (unfolds fully –...
Page 33 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger: 1. Read notes below! Load passen- ger onto platform facing outward and lock wheelchair brakes. Note: Outer barrier must be UP and barrier latch must be fully engaged before loading passen- ger onto platform. Lower head to clear vehicle door jamb header.
Page 34 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger: (continued) 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and un- load passenger from platform. Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop. See Photos K and L. Page 32...
Page 35 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger: 1. Load passenger onto platform facing outward and lock wheel- chair brakes. Note: Outer barrier must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed the roll stop. See Photos K and L. 2.
Page 36 Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger (continued): 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and load passenger from platform into vehicle. Note: Lower head to clear door jamb header. To Fold Platform (In): Press orange FOLD switch until platform stops (fully folded). Release switch. Page 34...
Page 37: Lift Operating Instructions
Lift Operating Instructions To Close Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow CLOSE switch until door(s) are fully closed. Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually close door(s) fully. Page 35...
Page 38: Nhtsa Operations Checklist
NHTSA Operations Checklist W ARNING The following operations have been veriﬁed upon installation. This operational checklist can be used at any time to verify the lift is fully functional. Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock Veriﬁed: does not operate Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift door is properly.
Page 39: Manual Operating Instructions
Manual Operating Instructions If you experience power or equip- differ from standard lift operation Operating Instructions for all normal ment failure, refer to the Manual procedures. Manual Instructions lift operation procedures (such as Operating Instructions to operate Decal 31894 (posted on pump loading and unloading passengers).
Page 40 Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration Down (To Lower): To Unfold Platform (Out): of release valve on page 37. Place slotted end of pump handle Using hand pump handle (Photo B): onto back-up pump release valve and turn counterclockwise (open 1.
Page 41 Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration of Note: Close back-up pump Up (To Raise): release valve on page 37. release valve securely before operating electric pump. Store Using hand pump handle: pump handle in clamps shown in Photo B on page 38. a.
Page 42: Decals And Antiskid
Lift installation and servicing prohibited by TO FOLD PLATFORM: TO FOLD PLATFORM: anyone who has not been certified by The Braun Press FOLD Insert handle in switch until pump and stroke. Corporation Sales and Service School. Certified platform stops.
Page 43 Decals and Antiskid Decals 25580 32410 LCD Lift Codes Listed below are codes that the lift controller outputs during lift operation. The codes will be displayed on an LCD screen located on the lift control board inside the pump module. Non-Flashing Numbers 01 –...
Page 44: Decals And Antiskid
Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Inspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid. Order as needed. Note: Clean surfaces Available Antiskid W ARNING with isopropyl alcohol Size Color Part No. before decal or antiskid 2" x 12" Black #24172-BK Replace missing application.
Page 45: Maintenance And Lubrication
Failure to do so may formed by a Braun authorized service represen- components. Platform result in serious tative at the scheduled intervals according to the...
Page 46 Contact your sales represen- Maintenance Indicator: The Lift Ready green tative or call The Braun Corporation at 1-800-THE LED mounted on top of the pump cover will begin LIFT ®...
Page 47 Spring (2 springs - 4 Points) Note: LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil Parallel Arm is available in eleven Pivot Pins (8) ounce aerosol cans from The Braun Corporation (part number 15807). Switch Arm Pivot Pins (2) Note: Clean lubrication points before applying lubricants. Inboard Locator...
Page 48: Maintenance And Lubrication Schedule
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Outer barrier hinge pivot points (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch (pivot/slide points) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Outer barrier latch lever pivot points Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Lift-Tite ™...
Page 49 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Platform pivot pin bearings (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Platform fold axles (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Inboard locator lever bearings (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Inboard locator lever slot (2) Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram...
Page 50 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule continued Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect switch arm components for wear or dam- Replace defective parts. age, and for proper operation. Inspect microswitches for securement and proper Resecure, replace or adjust as needed. adjustment.
Page 51 Resecure, replace or correct as needed. Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin (2). ® Use Braun 32840-QT (Exxon Univis HVI 26) Hydraulic Fluid (Pump) - Check level. Note: Fluid hydraulic ﬂuid (do not mix with Dextron III or other should be changed if there is visible contamination.
Page 52 Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule continued Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inspect parallel arms, bushings and pivot pins for Replace if needed. visible wear or damage. Inspect parallel arm pivot pin mounting bolts (8). Tighten or replace if needed. Inspect platform pivot pin, bushings and vertical Replace defective parts and resecure as needed.
Page 53: Maintenance And Lubrication
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Mounting Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the vehicle and there are no loose bolts, broken welds, or stress fractures. 4500 Cycles Decals and Antiskid Replace decals if worn, missing or illegible. Re- place antiskid if worn or missing.
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Page 55: Limited Warranty
All illustrations, descriptions and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. at the time of publication. The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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