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 designed and assembled the finest lift available. This manual includes safety precautions, lift operating instructions, man- ual operating instructio...
Page 3 - Contents; Lift Features; Latches; Lift Passengers
Page 1 Contents Warranty and Registration Instructions ........... 2, 3 Lift Terminology Lift Terminology Illustration ........................................ 4 Introduction ................................................................ 5 Direction ...................................................
Page 4 - Warranty and Registration Instructions; ll out; This information; cation tags are posted on
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 Warranty and Registration Instructions Sample Warranty/Registration Card Serial No. Model No. Cylinder Code Serie...
Page 5 - must
Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No. Series No. Serial No. Pump Code Cylinder Code Date of Manufacture Note: This information must be provided when fi ling a warranty claim or ordering parts. Keep for future use. Page 3
Page 6 - Lift Terminology
Page 4 Pump Module Hand-Held Pendant Control Base Plate Top Parallel Arms (2) Adjustable Quiet-Ride Stow Blocks (2) Vertical Arm Covers (4) Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm Outer Barrier Cylinder(not visible -underside of platform) Outer Barrier Rotating Pivot Slide Arms (2) Platform Pivot Arms (2) P...
Page 7 - cation of lift compo-
Page 5 Lift Terminology Introduction: Braun NL955 Millennium Series lifts comply fully with the National Highway Traf fi c Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA) speci fi cations. The Braun NL955 is consumer oriented (designed to allow op-eration by the wheelchair passen-ger). NL955 lift models provide ful...
Page 8 - The lift frame con-; Lift Components
Page 6 Lift Terminology FOLD, DOWN, and UP). The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions. The lift function labels illuminate to iden-tify the function(s). Lift Frame: The lift frame con- sists of the base plate, threshold warning plate, towers, parallel arms, vertical arms, platfor...
Page 9 - Vehicle and Lift Interlocks; fl
Page 7 Lift Terminology to the vertical position as the lift lowers and raises. Further details regarding the automatic mechanical inboard locator are provided on pages 18 and 19. Vehicle and Lift Interlocks Braun Corporation NL955 Series lifts comply fully with all NHTSA vehicle and lift interlock ...
Page 10 - Lift Actions and Functions
Page 8 Lift Terminology F. FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: Fold is the action of the platform rotating up and in from the fl oor level (horizontal) position to fully-stowed (vertical) position when the FOLD switch is pressed. Stowed Position: The lift is stowed when the lift platform has been fully raise...
Page 11 - Safety Symbols; Lift Operation Safety; Recognize; WARNING; CAUTION
Page 9 Safety Symbols Lift Operation Safety SAFETY FIRST! Know That ... supplements (if included), is pro-vided for your safety. Familiarity with proper operation instructions as well as proper maintenance procedures are necessary to en-sure safe, troublefree operation. Safety precautions are provid...
Page 12 - Lift Operation Safety Precautions
Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Read and become familiar with all safety precautions, operation notes and details, operating instructions and manual operat-ing instructions before operating the lift. Note: Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel (drivers and wheel...
Page 14 - Platform must be positioned at
Page 12 Lift Operation Safety Precautions Lift Operation Safety Platform must be positioned at fl oor level (bridge plate height) when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle. Do not use platform inboard locator or outer barrier as a bar-rier (brake). Stop and brake wheelchair when loading onto t...
Page 15 - ed in this manual by
Page 13 Lift Operation Safety WARNING Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as speci fi ed in this manual by authorized (certi fi ed) service personnel. Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Keep this operator’s manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch when not in use. Nev...
Page 16 - Operation Notes and Details; An attendant must
Page 14 Operation Notes and Details NL955 Series “Private Use” lift models are designed to allow operation by the wheelchair passenger. NL955 Series lifts are typically installed in vehicles equipped with fully-automatic door operators. The NL955 provides fully automatic opera-tion of all lift funct...
Page 17 - Control Switches; This
Page 15 Operation Notes and Details Control Switches Lift Power ON/OFF Switch: This switch must be in the ON position in order to activate the lift controls. The green Power Indicator Light mounted on top of the pump module illuminates to signal power to the lift. Lift-mounted Control Switches: The ...
Page 18 - UP
Page 16 Operation Notes and Details Control Switches (continued): Hand-held Pendant Control: The hand-held attendant's pendant control is equipped with four push button switches, (UNFOLD, FOLD, DOWN, and UP). The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions. Simply press the switch label...
Page 19 - Auxiliary Control Switches:; c Braun products. Braun; only; attempt to interface; To do
Page 17 Operation Notes and Details Power Door Operator(s): Optional power door operators cannot be activated using the hand-held pendant. Open and close power doors using the pump module OPEN/CLOSE switch, optional remote control or auxiliary 3rd Station control. In the event the vehicle is not equ...
Page 20 - before; Engaged; for identi
Page 18 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features WARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop-erly. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. Become familiar with all lift fea-tures and the proper operation of the lift compo...
Page 21 - Disengaged; rst will ensure that the
Operation Notes and Details the event of platform drift. Due to the “all-hydraulic” operation of the dual-cylinder NL955, hydraulic fl uid expan- sion, contraction or seepage may occur. Any of these conditions may result in plat-form drift (failure to hold the platform in the folded or raised positi...
Page 22 - and; NL955 Series lift models
Page 20 Operation Notes and Details Lift Features (continued): Inboard Locator and Bridge Plate Fully-Deployed (vertical) Inboard Locator The inboard locator/bridge plate must overlap the base plate a minimum 1/2" . Fully-Unfolded (horizontal) Inboard Locator (bridging position) Inboard Locator ...
Page 23 - Belt-operated Side Entry; must view
Page 21 Operation Notes and Details Belt-operated Side Entry Outer Barrier A Automatic Floor Level Switch-ing: When the platform unfolds from the stowed position, the plat-form stops automatically at fl oor level when fully unfolded. When raising the platform from ground level, the platform automati...
Page 25 - The platform must raise; fore; the latch engages; fully; The outer barrier; The lift operator or attendant must; be certain; the; entire platform
Page 23 Operation Notes and Details barrier (when DOWN switch is activated). See photos A and B. The belt and chain driven side entry is powered by the barrier cylinder to automatically fold (ro-tate) to the vertical position when the UP switch is activated. Outer Barrier Latch: A spring- loaded lat...
Page 28 - ed by the; loading onto; Operation Procedure Review
Page 26 WARNING Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat belt before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property dam-age. The Braun Corporation recom-mends wheelchair passengers positi...
Page 29 - Preventive Maintenance
Page 27 Using your own wheelchair , operate the lift through all func-tions and enter and exit the vehicle with the sales represen-tative on hand to ensure the lift is right for you as the end user (applicable for your use based on your physical abilities and the physical characteristics of your per...
Page 30 - do not; take the place; ed
Page 28 Operation Notes and Details Exposure to harsh weather ele-ments, environment conditions, or heavy usage, etc. may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures. Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the place of the procedures speci fi ed in the Maintenance and...
Page 31 - Lift Operating Instructions; Before lift operation; • Wheelchair brakes
Page 29 Lift Operating Instructions Before lift operation , park the vehicle on a level surface, away from vehicu-lar traf fi c. Place the vehicle transmis- sion in “Park” and engage the parking brake. Photos appearing in the Lift Operating Instructions depict lift functions being activated by lift-...
Page 32 - fully open; stops; – reaches
Page 30 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. A B D C To Unfold Platform (Out): Press orange UNFOLD switch until platform stops (unfolds ...
Page 34 - To Unload Passenger:; Unlock wheelchair brakes and un-; be
Page 32 Lift Operating Instructions To Unload Passenger: (continued) I 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. K L J
Page 35 - approximately
Page 33 UP 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. Press red UP switch until p...
Page 36 - To Load Passenger; Unlock wheelchair brakes and
Page 34 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. Lift Operating Instructions Q S R T
Page 37 - fully closed
Page 35 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 . U
Page 38 - NHTSA Operations Checklist; The following operations have been veri
Page 36 Veri fi ed: Vehicle movement is prevented unless the lift door is closed, ensuring the lift is stowed. Lift operation shall be prevented unless the vehicle is stopped and vehicle movement is prevented. The platform will not fold/stow if occupied. The inboard locator will not raise if occupie...
Page 39 - Manual Operating Instructions; seats; Release Valve; Close backup; operating
Manual Operating Instructions 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 procedures. Manual Instructions Decal 31894 (posted on pump cover) ...
Page 40 - Insert handle in pump and stroke; Hand Pump Handle; ) until the platform
Page 38 Open (Down) Close (Up/Stop) Manual Operating Instructions Refer to photos and illustration of release valve on page 37. To Unfold Platform (Out): Using hand pump handle (Photo B): 1. Close hand pump valve (place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise ). ...
Page 42 - Decals and Antiskid; Decals; Part
Page 40 31132 29823 Replace missing, worn or illegible decals. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. WARNING Decals and Antiskid Decals The lift is only as safe as the operator. Replace any missing, worn or illegible decals! Part numbers are provided for decals...
Page 43 - C A U T I O N
25652 18229 Decals and Antiskid 25580 25652 MADE IN AMERICA Quality inspected By: 18229 32410 57 – Outer barrier is not up and latched and ground detect switch did not deactivate (Century and Vista only) 58 – Outer barrier is not up and latched and the platform is 3 " above the ground 59 – Outer...
Page 44 - Antiskid; Clean surfaces; Do not; use oily shop; Size Color; Available Antiskid
Page 42 Decals and Antiskid Antiskid Inspect your lift for any missing or worn antiskid. Order as needed. Replace missing or worn antiskid. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage. WARNING Note: Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol before decal or antiskid applic...
Page 45 - Maintenance and Lubrication; ed in the following schedule; ed in the previous sections should be; Clean; the components and the sur-; before applying lubricants; ed lubricants are
Page 43 Maintenance and Lubrication Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure safe, troublefree operation. Inspecting the lift for any wear, damage or other abnormal conditions should be a part of a regular service program. Simple inspections can detect potential prob-lems. The maintenance and lubri...
Page 46 - All; listed inspection, lubrication and maintenance; Maintenance Indicator:; The Lift Ready green; Discontinue lift use immediately; if maintenance
Page 44 All listed inspection, lubrication and maintenance procedures should be repeated at “750 cycle” intervals following the scheduled “4500 Cycles” maintenance. These intervals are a general guideline for scheduling maintenance procedures and will vary according to lift use and conditions. Lifts...
Page 47 - LPS2 General; applying
Maintenance and Lubrication Note: LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is available in eleven ounce aerosol cans from The Braun Corporation (part number 15807). Note: Clean lubrication points before applying lubricants. Page 45 Parallel Arm Pivot Pins (8) LO Lift-Tite Latches (Tower Pivot Points - 2...
Page 48 - Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule; Cycles
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule 750 Cycles Outer barrier hinge pivot points (2) Outer barrier latch (pivot/slide points) Outer barrier latch lever pivot points Lift-Tite ™ latches (tower pivot points - 2) Lift-Tite ™ latch gas (dampening) spring pivot points (2 springs - 4 points) Inspect Lift-...
Page 49 - Perform all procedures listed in previous section also; continued
Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil - See Lubrication Diagram Apply ...
Page 51 - do not mix; platform; Perform all procedures listed in previous sections also
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Resecure, replace or correct as needed. Use Braun 32840-QT (Exxon ® Univis HVI 26) hydraulic fl uid ( do not mix with Dextron III or other hydraulic fl uids). Check fl uid level with platform lowered fully and roll stop unfolded fully. Fill to within 1/2 ˝ of the...
Page 53 - Repeat all; Consecutive
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule Check to see that the lift is securely anchored to the vehicle and there are no loose bolts, broken welds, or stress fractures. Replace decals if worn, missing or illegible. Re-place antiskid if worn or missing. See Decals and Antiskid section on pages 40-42. Mou...
Page 54 - Dealers Worldwide
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Page 55 - Private Use Wheelchair Lifts; Braun
Operator's Manual 32244 Rev. B January 2008 32244 Rev. B January 2008 © The Braun Corporation © The Braun Corporation 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...
