Page 2 - Congratulations; THE BRAUN CORPORATION
Congratulations We at The Braun Corporation wish to express our fullest appreciation on your new purchase. With you in mind, our skilled craftsmen have de-signed and assembled the finest lift available. This manual includes safety precautions, lift operating instructions, manual operating instructio...
Page 3 - Contents; Lift Features
Page 1 Contents Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration .................................... 2 Introduction ............................................................ 3 Direction ................................................................. 3 Lift Components ...............................
Page 4 - DO; Rear; Platform; Lift Terminology; SE only; : Roll stop cylinder
TH E B RA UN CO RP OR AT ION P.O . B OX 310 W IN AM AC IN 469 96 21 9-9 46 -6 15 3 10 99 DO M SE RIA L N UM BE R MO DE L L9 55 U3 14 24 8 01 .01 33 .28 .14 CB PAT EN T TM Page 2 Pump Module ( Rear ) Roll Stop Latch Module-mountedControl Switches Towers (2) Pump Side Cylinder Base Plate Unfold Assist...
Page 5 - Become familiar; Lift Components
Page 3 Lift Terminology Introduction: Braun L955 Millennium Serieslifts are consumer oriented(designed to allow operation bythe wheelchair passenger). L955lift models provide fully automaticoperation of all lift functions aswell as optional automatic dooroperators (if so equipped). The L955 Millenni...
Page 6 - The pump module is
Page 4 Lift Terminology pump module consists of thehydraulic pump, the manual handpump and electrical componentsthat power the lift electric/hydrau-lic systems. Module-mounted ControlSwitches: The pump module is equipped with three color-codedand function-labeled controlswitches (OPEN/CLOSE, IN/OUTa...
Page 7 - Manual Operation System:; Unfold is the action of
Page 5 Lift Terminology Manual Operation System: A manual backup hand pump isbuilt into the pump module. Thelift platform can be unfolded,lowered, raised and folded usingthe hand pump. Manual Opera-tion Instructions are provided onpages 31-33. Lift Actions and Functions UNFOLD (Out) - PlatformUnfold...
Page 8 - Further details regarding
Page 6 from ground level to floor level(fully-raised) position when theUP switch is pressed. FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: Fold is the action of the platformrotating up and in from the floorlevel (horizontal) position to fully-stowed (vertical) position whenthe FOLD switch is pressed. Stowed Position: ...
Page 9 - Safety Symbols; Lift Operation Safety; Recognize; WARNING; CAUTION
Page 7 Safety Symbols Lift Operation Safety SAFETY FIRST! Know That ... supplements (if included), isprovided for your safety. Famil-iarity with proper operationinstructions as well as propermaintenance procedures arenecessary to ensure safe,troublefree operation. Safetyprecautions are provided toid...
Page 10 - Lift Operation Safety Precautions; Load and unload on level surface only.
Page 8 Lift Operation Safety Precautions Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Reada n d b e c o m e f a m i l i a r w i t h a l l s a f e t y p r e c a u t i o n s , p r e - l i f to p e r a t i o n n o t e s a n d d e t a i l s , o p e r a t i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s a n dmanual...
Page 11 - Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic.
Page 9 WARNING Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the: • Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries• Wheelchair brakes must be locked• Roll stops must be up (vertical)• Roll stop latch must be fully engaged• Passenger should grip both handrails (if able...
Page 12 - Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform.
Page 10 Lift Operation Safety Precautions Lift Operation Safety Platform must be positioned at floor level (bridge plateheight) when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle. Do not use platform roll stops as a barrier (brake). Stop andbrake wheelchair when loading onto the platform (manuallystop ...
Page 13 - Replace missing, worn or illegible decals.
Page 11 Lift Operation Safety WARNING Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual byauthorized (certified) service personnel. Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Keep this operator's manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch when not in use. Never mo...
Page 14 - Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details; An attendant must manually; before; attempting lift
Page 12 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Braun L955 Millennium Series liftsare consumer oriented (designed toallow operation by the wheelchairpassenger). L955 Series lifts aretypically installed in vehiclesequipped with fully-automatic dooroperators. The L955 provides fullyautomatic operation of...
Page 15 - OUT; Control Switches
Page 13 Pump Module ControlSwitches: The lift-mounted Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Door(s) Platform Press switches upward for these functions: Press switches downward for these functions: CLOSE IN (Fold) UP OPEN OUT (Unfold) DOWN Door(s) Platform Yellow Orange Red Yellow Orange Red operates ...
Page 16 - . All auxiliary controls
Page 14 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Control Switches (continued) UP DOWN Handrail UP/DOWN Switch: A spring-loaded horizontal-slidestyle switch is built in the right(front) handrail. The handrail UP/DOWN switch activates theplatform and the roll stops (sameas pump-mounted UP/DOWNswitch). Sli...
Page 17 - The hinged bridge; Bridge Plate
Page 15 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Bridge Plate: The hinged bridge plate assembly bridges the gapbetween the lift platform and thevehicle floor when the platform ispositioned at floor level. Thebridge plate assembly consists ofthe bridge plate and the bridgeplate extension. Typically, the ...
Page 18 - the platform to; Belt-operated Side Entry Roll Stop; only; Aluminum Extruded Outboard Roll Stop
Page 16 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Lift Features (continued) Although the L955 featuresautomatic floor level switching,the lift operator (wheelchairpassenger or attendant), must view the platform to be certain the platform is properly posi-tioned at vehicle floor level and the bridge plate...
Page 19 - When the; Side Entry Roll Stop:; When
Page 17 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Fully-Engaged Roll Stop Latch Latch Foot Fully-Folded (Up-vertical) Roll Stops Fully-Unfolded (Ramp position) Roll Stops Disengaged Roll Stop Latch B C Outboard Roll Stop: When the platform lowers fully to groundlevel, the roll stop cylindercompression sp...
Page 20 - The platform must; the latch; fully; : The roll stop latch; The lift operator or attendant must; be certain; the; entire platform
Page 18 Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details Lift Features (continued) Roll Stop Latch: A spring- loaded latch engages theoutboard roll stop when theroll stop rotates upward fromramp position to the verticalposition (UP switch is acti-vated to raise the platformabove ground level). Note: The platfor...
Page 23 - loading onto; Operation Procedure Review; attempting; Using your own wheelchair
Page 21 WARNING Position and secure(buckle, engage,fasten, etc.) thewheelchair-equippedoccupant seat beltbefore loading ontothe wheelchair liftplatform. Failure todo so may result inserious bodily injuryand/or propertydamage. The Braun Corporation recom-mends wheelchair passengersposition and buckle...
Page 24 - Preventive Maintenance
Page 22 vehicle with the salesrepresentative on hand toensure the lift is right for youas the end user (applicablefor your use based on yourphysical abilities and thephysical characteristics ofyour personal wheelchair).Become familiar with theproper operation of your liftbefore operating the lift by...
Page 25 - do not; take the
Page 23 WARNING Maintenance andlubrication proce-dures must be per-formed by authorizedservice personnel asspecified in theapplicable installa-tion/service manual.Failure to do so mayresult in seriousbodily injury and/orproperty damage. Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details nance and lubrication proc...
Page 26 - Lift Operating Instructions; Before lift operation; face outward
Page 24 Lift Operating Instructions WARNING Read and becomefamiliar with all liftoperation safetyprecautions, pre-liftoperation notes anddetails, operatinginstructions andmanual operatinginstructions prior tooperating the lift. Ifthis information is notfully understood,contact The BraunCorporation i...
Page 27 - fully open; and; stops
Page 25 Lift Operating Instructions To Open Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow OPEN switch untildoor(s) are fully open . Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually open door(s) fully and secure. To Unfold Platform (Out): Press orange OUT switch untilplatform stops (unfolds fully – reach...
Page 29 - To Unload Passenger:; Unlock wheelchair brakes and; must; be
Page 27 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger: (continued) I 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform. Note: Roll stops must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed theroll stop. See Photos K and L. K L J
Page 30 - approximately
Page 28 UP Lift Operating Instructions To Load Passenger: 1. Load passenger onto platform facing outward and lock wheel- chair brakes . Note: Roll stops must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until the entire wheelchair has crossed theroll stop. See Photos K and L. 2. Press red UP switch until platf...
Page 31 - To Load Passenger; Unlock wheelchair brakes and load
Page 29 To Load Passenger (continued) : 3. Unlock wheelchair brakes and load passenger from platform intovehicle. Note: Lower head to clear door jamb header. To Fold Platform (In): Press orange IN switch untilplatform stops (fully folded). Release switch. Lift Operating Instructions Q S R T
Page 32 - fully closed
Page 30 Lift Operating Instructions To Close Door(s): Automatic Door Operator(s): Press yellow CLOSE switch untildoor(s) are fully closed . Release switch. Manual Door(s): Manually close door(s) fully . U
Page 33 - Manual Operating Instructions; seats; Release Valve; Close backup; operating
Page 31 WARNING Contact The BraunCorporation beforeadjusting hydraulicpressure relief valve. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/orproperty damage. 22249 Microswitch Adjustment Instructions Unfold/Down (Top) Microswitch Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise to stop platform unfo...
Page 34 - a. Place slotted end of pump handle; DOWN; Hand; and turn
Page 32 Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration ofrelease valve on previous page. To Unfold Platform (Out): Using hand pump handle (Photo B): a. Place slotted end of pump handle onto back-up pump release valveand turn counterclockwise (open — 1/2 tu...
Page 35 - UP
Page 33 Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) E Using hand pump handle: a. Place slotted end of pump handle onto back-up pump release valveand turn clockwise to close securely. See Photo D. Note: Valve must be tight, but do not overtighten. b. Insert handle into back-up pump and stroke until platform reaches ...
Page 36 - Decals and Antiskid; Decals; Part numbers are; Clean surfaces as
Page 34 TM 12375 Fairfield, NJ USAOslo, Norway Clearwater, FL USAKitchener, Ontario Can. Huntington Beach, CA USARocklea, Queensland Aust. "Providing Access to the World" International Corporate Hdqrs: P.O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA 1-800-THE LIFT (219) 946-6153 FAX: (219) 946-4670 Parki...
Page 37 - Available Antiskid; Antiskid; Clean surfaces; Do not; use oily shop
2" x 12" Black #24172-BK 2" x 12" Yellow #24172-YL 3" x 12" Black #24173-BK 3" x 12" Yellow #24173-YL 6" x 12" Black #24174-BK 6" x 12" Yellow #24174-YL Size Color Part No. Available Antiskid Page 35 Decals and Antiskid 25580 25580 (actual size: 1-1/2&...
Page 38 - take the place; discontinue lift use imme-; Contact your sales; Maintenance and Lubrication
Page 36 Maintenance is necessary toensure safe and trouble-free liftoperation. General preventivemaintenance consisting ofinspections of your lift system andcleaning the lift should be a partof your routine. The L955 has been designed withmany self-lubricating compo-nents. Lubricate the pivot points...
Page 40 - Warranty and Registration Instructions; Sample Warranty/Registration Card; warranty cards
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 Page 38 Warranty and Registration Instructions Sample Warranty/Registration Card Serial No. Model No. Cylinder Co...
Page 41 - Pump Code
Page 39 Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No. Series No. Serial No. Pump Code Cylinder Code Date of Manufacture Note: Retain this information for future use. You must havethis information when filing awarranty claim or ordering
Page 42 - Dealers Worldwide
"Providing Access to the World" ® Over 300 Braun Dealers Worldwide
Page 43 - HREE9EAR,IMITED7ARRANTY
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