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Operator's Manual W A RN I N G Read manual before operating lift. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage . Keep man ual in lift storage pouch.
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Page 1 Co nt e nt s Lift Terminology Introduction ............................................................... 2 Direction .................................................................... 3 Lift Components ......................................
Page 2 L i f t Te r min ology Introduction: Braun L915 Millennium Series lifts are ADA compliant and commercial oriented (intended for operation by an attendant). The L915 Millennium Lift Series includes variations of lift models L915, L916, L917, L918 and L919.
Page 3 L i f t Te r min ology The “quick-disconnect” hand-held control switchbox is connected to the pump module. “Quick- disconnect” hand-held controls are available with three types of cable (standard, armored and coiled). The control box is equipped with two color-coded rocker switches, (UNFOLD/FOLD and DOWN/UP).
Page 4 Lift Components (continued) regarding Lift-T ite ™ latches are provided on pages 15 and 16. Outboard Roll Stop: The cylinder-powered automatic outboard roll stop provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level.
Page 5 L i f t Te r min ology the FOLD switch is pressed. Stowed Position: The lift is stowed when the lift platform has been fully raised and folded fully (vertical position). Floor Level: Floor level is the position (height) the platform assembly reaches in order for the wheelchair passenger to enter and exit the vehicle (fully raised).
Page 6 T M U N F O L D ( O U T ) F O L D ( IN ) D O WN U P T H E B R A U N C O R P O R A T I O N P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M A C I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I AL N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 IB 01 .
Page 7 TM U N F O LD ( O U T) F O L D ( I N ) DO W N U P T H E B R A U N C O R P O R A T I O N P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M AC I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I A L N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 I B 0 1 .
Page 8 Safety Symbols L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y SAFETY FIRST! Know That.... C CAUTION This symbol indicates important information regarding how to avoid a hazardous situation that could result in minor per- sonal injury or prop- erty damage. A supplements (if included), is provided for your safety.
Page 9 Lift Operation Safety Precautions W A RN I N G If the lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions and/or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Page 10 Lift Operation Safety Precautions (continued) W A RN I N G If the lift operating instructions, manual operating instructions and/or lift operation safety precautions are not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Page 11 L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform. Lift attendants must ensure that lift occupants keep hands, arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of moving parts.
Page 12 L i f t Oper ati o n S a fe t y W A RN I N G Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by authorized (certified) service personnel. Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Keep owner’s (operator's) manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch at all times.
Page 13 W A RN I N G Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions, pre-lift operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions prior to operating the lift. If this information is not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately.
Page 14 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Red DOWN/UP Switch Orange OUT/IN Switch Press switch left for DOWN (To Lower) Press switch right for UP (To Raise) Press switch left for UNFOL.
Page 15 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Lift Features W A RN I N G Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly.
Page 16 ing from the stowed position in the event of platform drift. Due to the “all-hydraulic” operation of the dual-cylinder L915, hydraulic fluid expansion, contraction or seep- age may occur . Any of these conditions may result in platform drift (failure to hold the platform in the folded or raised position).
Page 17 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls W A RN I N G Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly.
Page 18 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Lift Features (continued) (bridging) position when it reaches vehicle floor level. The roll stop must overlap the lift base plate a minimum 1/2".
Page 19 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Bridge plate at floor level. W A RN I N G Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate properly. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Page 20 Note: Platform must raise approximately two inches before latch engages fully . Outboard Roll Stop Fully-Unfolded Roll Stop (Ramp position) Fully-Folded Roll Stop (Up-vertical) Disengaged Roll.
Page 21 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls platform fully to the ground. The attendant must view the platform as it lowers to be certain the entire platform reaches and rests safely on the ground.
Page 22 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls the deployed (horizontal) position when the lift unfolds and auto- matically fold to the stowed (vertical) position when the platform folds. Passengers should grip both handrails when on the lift platform if able .
Page 23 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Standees: Lift Operating Instruc- tions apply to wheelchair passen- gers and standees. Standees should stand in the center of the platform ( fully inside the yellow boundaries ) and grip both handrails (if able) when on plat- form.
Page 24 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls The wheelchair brakes must be locked , the outboard roll stop must be in the fully-up (vertical) position and the roll stop latch must be fully engaged whenever a passenger is on the platform .
Page 25 Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts The Braun Corporation recom- mends wheelchair passengers position and buckle their wheel- W A RN I N G Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform.
Page 26 Transit agency supervisors should train and educate their lift attendants on the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift if it is not possible for the attendants to review the safety precautions Pr e-L i f t Oper ati o n No t es an d D e tai ls and operation procedures with the wheelchair lift sales represen- tative.
Page 27 W A RN I N G Read and become familiar with all lift operation safety precautions, pre-lift operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operating instructions prior to operating the lift. If this information is not fully understood, contact The Braun Corporation immedi- ately.
Page 28 L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s Open Door(s) and Secure To Unfold Platform (Out): Stand clear and press the orange UNFOLD (Out) switch until the platform stops (reaches floor level - unfolds fully ). Release switch. Note: In event platform does not unfold, press FOLD switch to release Lift-Tite™ latches.
Page 29 L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Unload Passenger (continued) : 2 . Press red DOWN switch until the entire platform reaches ground level (see Photo B ) and the outboard roll stop unfolds fully (ramp position). See Photo C . Release switch.
Page 30 F E H G L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Load Passenger: 1 . Read Notes below! Load pas- senger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes. See Photo G . Note: Roll stop must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair (or standee) has crossed the roll stop.
Page 31 I J L K L i f t Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s To Load Passenger (continued) : 2 . Press red UP switch (Photo I ) to fold outboard roll stop UP fully (vertical - see Photo H ), and raise the platform to floor level . See Photo J . Re- lease switch.
Page 32 Hand Pump Handle M an u a l Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s If you experience power or equip- ment failure, refer to the Manual Operating Instructions to operate the lift. Instructions and photos are provided for all steps that differ from standard lift operation proce- dures.
Page 33 Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) M an u a l Oper atin g In s t ruc ti o n s Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on previous page. Note: A rear pump lift model is depicted in the photos.
Page 34 E Using hand pump handle: a. Place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise to close securely. See Photo D. Note: Valve must be tight, but do not overtighten. b. Insert handle into backup pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level (see Photo E).
Page 35 MANUAL OPERATION Using hand pump handle: TO UNFOLD PLATFORM (OUT): 1. Close hand pump valve (turn clockwise). 2. Insert handle in pump and stroke until platform folds fully (stops). 3. Open hand pump valve (turn counterclockwise) until platform reaches floor level.
Page 36 Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. W A RN I N G D ec a ls an d A nti sk i d D ec a ls 25580 TM 12375 Fairfield, NJ USA Oslo, Norway Clearwater, FL USA Kitchener, Ontario Can.
Page 37 D ec a ls an d A nti sk i d W A RN I N G Replace missing or worn antiskid. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Page 38 Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and trouble-free lift operation. General preventive maintenance consisting of inspections of your lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your routine. The L915 has been designed with many self-lubricating compo- nents.
Page 39 T M U N F O L D ( O U T ) F O L D ( I N ) D O W N U P THE BRAUN CO RP ORAT ION P . O . B O X 3 1 0 W I N A M A C I N 4 6 9 9 6 2 1 9 - 9 4 6 - 6 1 5 3 0 9 0 0 D O M S E R I A L N U M B E R M O D E L L 9 1 5 I B 0 1 .
Page 40 W a rr ant y an d Reg i s t r ati o n In s t ruc ti o n s OWNER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION PURCHASED FROM DATE INSTALLED NAME ADDRESS CITY TELEPHONE TO VALIDATE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION. OWNER STATE ZIP L917IB-A6-09040-35-14CG Sample W arranty/Registration Card Serial No.
Page 41 W a rr ant y an d Reg i s t r ati o n In s t ruc ti o n s Model No. Series No. Serial No. Pump Code Cylinder Code Date of Manufacture Note: Retain this information for future use.
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