Operator's Manual for:
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Contents
Lift Terminology
Automatic Outboard Roll Stop .................. 15, 16
Bridging .......................................................... 16
Handrails ........................................................ 16
Lift Terminology Illustration .................................... 2
Introduction ............................................................ 3
Direction ................................................................. 3 Lift Passengers
Lift Components .................................................. 3, 4
Lift Actions and Functions ...................................... 5
Lift Operation Safety
Passenger Orientation (Boarding Direction) ... 17
Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading and
Unloading ....................................................... 17
Safety Symbols ...................................................... 6 Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts .......... 18
Lift Operation Safety Precautions ......................7-10 Operation Procedure Review .......................... 18, 19
Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Preventive Maintenance.................................. 19, 20
General Safety ................................................ 11, 12 Lift Operating Instructions ............................21-27
Lift Control Switches ....................................... 12, 13 Manual Operating Instructions .....................28-30
Lift Features
Decals and Antiskid ...................................... 31, 32
Bridge Plate ................................................... 14 Maintenance and Lubrication ...................... 33, 34
Automatic Floor Level Switching .................... 14 Warranty and Registration Instructions...... 35, 36
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Top Parallel Arms (2)
Opposite Pump Side Cylinder
Towers (2)
Module-mounted
Control Switches
Adjustable Guided Stow Blocks (2)
Unfold Assist Compression Springs (2)
Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm
Bridge Plate
Base Plate
Vertical Arm Covers (4)
Handrail-mounted Up/Down Switch
Pump
Module
(Rear)
Lift Terminology
Illustration
Pump Side
Cylinder
Handrails (2)
Inboard
Right (Front)
Outboard
Bottom Parallel
Arms (2)
Inboard
Platform
Left (Rear)
Rotating Pivot
Slide Arms (2)
Outboard
Platform
Platform Pivot Arms (2)
Pump Side Vertical Arm
Automatic Outboard Roll Stop
Platform Side Plates (2)
Roll Stop Activation Feet (2)
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Lift Terminology
address the lift control switches
and the corresponding lift func-
tions. Instructions are provided
for manual operation of the lift in
event of power or equipment
failure.
the vehicle looking directly at the
lift). Refer to the Lift Terminology
Illustration for clarification of
direction terms.
Introduction:
Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are
consumer oriented (designed to
allow operation by the wheelchair
passenger). VL955 lift models
provide fully automatic operation
of all lift functions as well as
optional automatic door operators
(if so equipped).
Lift Components
Terminology: Become familiar
with the terminology that will be
used throughout this manual.
Become familiar with the identifi-
Refer to the Lift Terminology
Illustration for identification of lift
components.
Lift model VL955U3144 is de-
picted in the Lift Terminology
illustration. Lift model numbers
indicate platform/roll stop configu-
ration and physical dimensions.
cation of lift components and their Pump Module: The lift-mounted
functions. Contact your lift sales
representative or call The Braun
Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT if
any of this information is not fully
understood.
pump module consists of the
hydraulic pump, the manual hand
pump and electrical components
that power the lift electric/hydrau-
lic systems.
Lift operation procedures are
identical for all VL955 Series lift
models. The operating instruc-
tions contained in this manual
and appearing on lift-posted
operating instructions decals
Direction: The terms "left (rear)," Module-mounted Control
"right (front)," "inboard," and
"outboard" will be used through-
out this manual to indicate
Switches: The pump module is
equipped with three color-coded
and function-labeled control
direction (as viewed from outside
switches (OPEN/CLOSE, IN/OUT
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Lift Terminology
Lift Components (continued)
between the lift platform and the
vehicle floor when the platform is
positioned at floor level.
of a steel tubing frame with
grating surface). The outboard
platform section is equipped with
the outboard roll stop.
and UP/DOWN). The switches
activate the automatic lift func-
tions and optional door operators.
Further details are provided in the
Pre-Lift Operation section (page
12).
Dual Handrails: Dual handrails
are provided for wheelchair
passenger use. The handrails
automatically unfold to the
Automatic Roll Stop: The
spring loaded automatic roll stop
provides a ramp for wheelchair
loading and unloading at ground
level. Photos and further details
regarding the outboard roll stop
are provided in the Pre-Lift
Operation Notes and Details
section.
deployed position when the
platform unfolds and fold auto-
matically to the stowed position
when the platform folds. The
passenger may choose to grip the
handrails when on the lift platform
(if applicable). Note: An addi-
tional UP/DOWN control switch is
built into the right (front) handrail.
Lift Frame: The lift frame
consists of the base plate, two
towers, the parallel arms, the
vertical arms, platform pivot arms
and the handrails. The two main
hydraulic cylinders are housed in
the parallel arms. The electrical/
hydraulic powered lift frame
components mechanically unfold,
lower, raise and fold the lift
platform assembly.
Manual Operation System: A
manual backup hand pump is
built into the pump module. The
lift platform can be unfolded,
lowered, raised and folded using
the hand pump. Manual Opera-
tion Instructions are provided on
pages 28-30.
Platform Assembly: The lift
“stacking” platform assembly is
made up of an inboard platform
section and an outboard platform
section (each section consisting
Bridge Plate: The hinged bridge
plate assembly bridges the gap
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Lift Terminology
Lift Actions and Functions
rotates downward from vertical
position to ramp position.
Stowed Position: The lift is
stowed when the lift platform has
been fully raised and folded fully
(vertical position).
UNFOLD (Out) - Platform
Unfold: Unfold is the action of
the platform rotating out and
down from the fully-stowed
(vertical) position to floor level
(horizontal) position when the
OUT switch is pressed.
UP - Platform Raise: Up is the
action of the platform raising from
ground level to floor level (fully-
raised) position when the UP
switch is pressed.
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). The platform automati-
cally stops at floor level when
UP - Roll Stop Fold (Raise): As
DOWN - Platform Lower: Down the platform begins to raise off
is the action of the platform
lowering from floor level position
to fully-lowered (ground level)
position when the DOWN switch
is pressed.
the ground, the spring-loaded roll
stop rotates from ramp position to unfolding from the stowed
vertical position.
position and when raising from
ground level.
FOLD (In) - Platform Fold: Fold
is the action of the platform
Note: Further details regarding
DOWN - Roll Stop Unfold
(Deploy) - When the platform
reaches the fully-lowered
(ground) position and the DOWN
switch is continued to be
rotating up and in from the floor
level (horizontal) position to fully- corresponding lift functions are
stowed (vertical) position when
the IN switch is pressed.
lift control switches and the
provided in the Pre-Lift Operation
Notes and Details section.
pressed, the outboard roll stop
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Lift Operation Safety
Safety Symbols
SAFETY FIRST! Know That ...
All information contained
in this manual and
A
C
B
CAUTION
WARNING
supplements (if included), is
provided for your safety. Famil-
iarity with proper operation
instructions as well as proper
maintenance procedures are
necessary to ensure safe,
troublefree operation. Safety
precautions are provided to
identify potentially hazardous
situations and provide instruction
on how to avoid them.
This symbol indicates
important safety
information regarding
a potentially hazard-
ous situation that
could result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
This symbol indicates
important information
regarding how to
avoid a hazardous
situation that could
result in minor per-
sonal injury or prop-
erty damage.
Note: Additional information provided to help clarify or detail a specific subject.
D
These symbols will appear throughout this manual as well as on the labels posted on your lift. Recognize
the seriousness of this information.
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Lift Operation Safety
Lift Operation Safety Precautions
Read manual and supplement(s) before operating lift. Read
W
ARNING
WARNING
and become familiar with all safety precautions, pre-lift
operation notes and details, operating instructions and
manual operating instructions before operating the lift. Note:
Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel
(drivers and wheelchair lift attendants) must read and
become familiar with the contents of this manual and
supplement(s) before operation.
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.
Load and unload on level surface only.
W
ARNING
ARNING
ARNING
Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.
W
Provide adequate clearance outside the vehicle to accom-
modate the lift before opening lift door(s) or operating lift.
W
W
ARNING Inspect lift before operation. Do not operate lift if you suspect lift damage, wear or any
abnormal condition.
WARNING Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which the lift operates.
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Lift Operation Safety
Lift Operation Safety Precautions (continued)
Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the:
• Wheelchair brakes must be locked
WARNING
• Roll stop(s) must be up (vertical)
• Passenger should grip both handrails (if able).
Load and unload clear of vehicular traffic.
WARNING
Do not overload or abuse. The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering functions
- continuous lifting capacity is 800 lbs.
WARNING
Do not operate or board the lift if you or your lift operator are intoxicated.
Do not raise front wheelchair wheels (pull wheelie) when loading (boarding) the platform.
Open lift door(s) fully and secure before operating lift.
W
ARNING
ARNING
ARNING
W
W
Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant seat
belt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
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Lift Operation Safety
Platform must be positioned at floor level (bridge plate
height) when loading or unloading in and out of vehicle.
WARNING
WARNING
If the lift operating
Do not use platform roll stop as a barrier (brake). Stop and
brake wheelchair when loading onto the platform (manually
stop and brake manual wheelchairs — stop powered wheel-
chairs with the wheelchair controls).
W
ARNING
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.
Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform.
WARNING
Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on
ground level (lowered fully) and the outboard roll stop is fully
unfolded (ramp position) before loading or unloading a
passenger at ground level.
WARNING
Outboard platform roll stop must be fully unfolded (ramp
position) until the entire wheelchair crosses roll stop when
loading or unloading at ground level.
WARNING
Accidental activation of control switch(es) may cause unintended operation(s).
WARNING
Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specified in this manual by
authorized (certified) service personnel.
WARNING
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Lift Operation Safety
Lift Operation Safety Precautions (continued)
Replace missing, worn or illegible decals.
WARNING
Keep this operator's manual in lift-mounted manual storage pouch when not in use.
Never modify (alter) a Braun Corporation lift.
W
ARNING
WARNING
Do not use accessory devices not authorized by The Braun Corporation.
Do not remove any guards or covers.
W
ARNING
WARNING
Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.
WARNING
Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Braun VL955 Vista Series lifts are
consumer oriented (designed to
allow operation by the wheelchair
passenger). VL955 Series lifts are
typically installed in vehicles
equipped with fully-automatic door
operators. The VL955 provides fully
automatic operation of all lift func-
tions as well as optional automatic
door operators (if so equipped).
Note: An attendant must manually
open and close lift door(s) in appli-
cations where power door
operating instructions and manual
operating instructions before at-
tempting lift operating procedures.
WARNING
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,
Become familiar with all lift features
and the proper operation of the lift
components before attempting lift
operation. Refer to the Lift Terminol-
ogy section for identification of and
description of lift components.
Contact The Braun Corporation
immediately if any of this information
is not fully understood. Call 1-800-
THE LIFT.
operator(s) are not provided.
contact The Braun
Corporation immedi-
ately. Failure to do so
may result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
It is the responsibility of the lift
operator (attendant and/or wheel-
chair passenger) to properly activate
all power (lift and door) functions.
General Safety: Before operating
the lift, always engage the vehicle
transmission in Park “P” and engage
the vehicle parking brake. Lift
operators (attendants), wheelchair
passengers and bystanders must
keep clear of the area in which the
power doors (if equipped), and the lift
Read and become familiar with all lift
operation safety precautions, pre-lift
operation notes and details, lift
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Press switches upward
for these functions:
Door(s) Platform
operates (clear of all moving
occupant area and clear of
moving parts. Follow all lift
operation and wheelchair passen-
ger information detailed in this
manual.
parts). The lift occupant (passen-
ger) must keep hands, arms and
all other body parts within the lift
IN (Fold)
UP
CLOSE
Yellow
Orange
Red
Control Switches
Pump Module Control
Switches: The lift-mounted
control switches are color-coded
and function-labeled to corre-
spond to the color coding and
switch-function labels that appear
on the lift operating instructions
decal. Triangular-shaped color-
WARNING
Discontinue lift use
immediately if any lift
component does not
operate properly.
Failure to do so may
result in serious
coded symbols (
the lift operating instructions
) appear on
decal. The color of the symbol
corresponds to the color of the
switch to be used. The direction
(point) of the symbol corresponds
with the direction the switch
Yellow
Orange
Red
OPEN
OUT (Unfold) DOWN
Door(s)
Platform
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
should be activated (pressed) to
produce the intended lift function.
Press switches downward
for these functions:
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Handrail UP/DOWN Switch: A
DOWN position to lower the
platform.
Braun Corporation After-
market Control Systems
Policy:
spring-loaded horizontal-slide
style switch is built in the right
(front) handrail. The handrail UP/
DOWN switch activates the
platform and the roll stop (same
as pump-mounted UP/DOWN
Auxiliary Control Switches: A
six-touch remote control system,
a third station control, a hand-
held control and an outside
The Braun Corporation
manufactures dedicated
control systems for its
switch). Slide the switch knob out control station are available as
to the UP position to raise the
options. All auxiliary controls
platform. Slide the knob in to the activate lift functions and auto-
products. These control
systems have been de-
signed and tested for use in
conjunction with specific
Braun products. Braun
control systems are the only
control systems authorized
for use with Braun products.
matic door operators except the
hand-held control. The hand-
held control activates lift func-
tions only.
DOWN
Do not press lift-mounted
switches and auxiliary control
station switches at the same
time. Do not attempt to interface
aftermarket control systems.
UP
Do not attempt to interface
aftermarket control systems
with Braun products. To do
so may result in serious
bodily injury and/or prop-
erty damage.
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
passenger or attendant), must
from stow position to floor level,
the bridge plate is automatically
deployed to the bridging (hori-
zontal) position. When the IN
(Fold) switch is pressed and the
platform folds from deployed
(horizontal) position to stowed
position, the bridge plate folds
(rotates) to the vertical position.
Lift Features
view the platform to be certain
the platform is properly posi-
tioned at vehicle floor level and
the bridge plate is properly
positioned when a passenger is
entering or exiting the vehicle.
If the lift platform does not
automatically stop at floor level
as outlined, discontinue lift
operation immediately.
Bridge Plate: The hinged bridge
plate assembly bridges the gap
between the lift platform and the
vehicle floor when the platform is
positioned at floor level.
When the OUT (Unfold) switch is
pressed and the platform unfolds
Automatic Floor Level Switch-
ing: When the platform unfolds
from the stowed position, the
platform stops automatically at
floor level when fully unfolded.
When raising the platform from
ground level, the platform
Fully-Unfolded (horizontal)
Bridge Plate (bridging position)
Platform Assembly: The VL955
“stacking” platform assembly is
made of an inboard platform
section and an outboard platform
section (each section consisting
of a steel tubing frame with
grating surface). The outboard
platform section is equipped with
the automatic roll stop.
automatically stops at floor level
when raised fully.
Although the VL955 features
automatic floor level switching,
the lift operator (wheelchair
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Fully-Folded Roll Stop (Up-vertical)
Automatic Outboard Roll Stop: approximately two inches before
The outboard roll stop provides a the roll stop reaches the fully UP
ramp for wheelchair loading and
unloading at ground level (see
photos at left). When the
position. Discontinue lift opera-
tion immediately if the roll stop
does not operate properly.
platform lowers fully to ground
level, the roll stop activation feet
automatically unfold (rotate) the
roll stop down to the ramp
Outboard Roll Stop Operation:
The lift operator must press the
DOWN switch to lower the
Activation
Feet
position (fully unfolded). The two platform fully to the ground. The
activation feet (one at both ends
of the roll stop) ensure roll stop
operation on an uneven surface.
lift operator or attendant must
view the platform as it lowers to
be certain the entire platform
reaches and rests safely on the
ground (see photo on page 16).
Stop pressing the DOWN switch if
any portion of the platform is
obstructed while descending or
the entire platform does not reach
ground level for any reason
Fully-Unfolded Roll Stop (Ramp position)
The roll stop is spring-loaded to
automatically fold (rotate) to the
vertical position when the UP
switch is pressed. As the
activation feet lift off the ground,
the torsion springs rotate the roll
stop to the vertical position.
(contact with an obstruction,
mechanical failure, exceeding the
lift “floor-to-ground” capacity, etc.).
Note: The platform raises
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Lift Features (continued)
(ramp) position until the entire
wheelchair has crossed the roll
stop when loading or unloading at
ground level. When raising the
platform, the lift operator must
view the platform as it raises to
ensure the roll stop rotates to the
vertical position.
platform unfolds and fold auto-
matically to the stowed position
when the platform folds. The
passenger may choose to grip
the handrails when on the lift
platform (if applicable).
After the platform is fully lowered
(entire platform reaches the
ground), the roll stop must
remain in the fully unfolded
Note: The right (front) handrail
is equipped with an UP/DOWN
control switch (details in Control
Bridging: The VL955 incorpo-
rates a bridging feature. This
feature stops the down travel of
the platform if the outboard end
of the platform contacts a raised
surface (such as a curb), prevent-
ing the operator from lowering the
inboard end of the platform.
WARNING
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.
Handrails: Dual handrails are
provided for wheelchair passen-
ger (or standee) use. The
handrails automatically unfold to
the deployed position when the
The lift operator or attendant
must be certain the entire
platform reaches and rests
safely on the ground.
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Switches section). Discontinue
should not ride on the platform
loading or unloading a passenger
lift operation immediately if the with the wheelchair passenger.
in or out of the vehicle. Although
the VL955 features automatic
floor level switching, it is the
responsibility of the lift opera-
handrails do not operate
properly.
The wheelchair brakes must be
locked and the roll stop must be
in the fully-up (vertical) position
Lift Passengers
whenever a wheelchair passen- tor to ensure the platform and
ger is on the platform.
the bridge plate are properly
positioned at floor level when
loading and unloading passen-
gers.
Do not attempt to load or unload
a passenger in a wheelchair or
other apparatus that does not fit
on the platform area. Do not
exceed the 800 pound load
capacity of the lift.
Do not use the outboard roll stop
as a barrier (brake). Stop and
brake the wheelchair when fully
loaded on the platform. Manually
stop and brake manual wheel-
If the roll stop, bridge plate,
handrails or any other lift compo-
chairs. Stop powered wheelchairs nent does not operate as outlined
with the wheelchair controls. Turn in this manual, discontinue lift
powered (electric) wheelchairs off use immediately and contact
Passenger Orientation (Board-
ing Direction): The wheelchair
passenger must face outward
whenever on the platform.
when on the platform.
your sales representative or call
The Braun Corporation at 1-800-
THE LIFT. One of our national
Product Support representatives
will direct you to an authorized
service technician who will
inspect your lift.
Vehicle (Floor Level) Loading
and Unloading: The platform
must be fully raised (at floor
level) and the bridge plate must
be properly positioned when
The passenger must be posi-
tioned in the center of the
platform to prevent side-to-side
load imbalance. Other persons
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Wheelchair-Equipped Occupant Seat Belts
needs and/or procedures required
for safe transport of wheelchair
passengers.
The Braun Corporation recom-
mends wheelchair passengers
position and buckle their wheel-
chair-equipped seat belt (torso
restraint) as specified by the
manufacturer before loading onto
a wheelchair lift.
Operation Procedure Review
The Braun Corporation recom-
mends that the wheelchair lift
user and/or attendant review the
safety precautions and operation
procedures appearing in this
manual and on lift-posted decals
with your wheelchair lift sales
representative, before attempting
lift operation. Any questions or
concerns can be answered by
your sales representative at that
time.
Different types of disabilities
require different types of wheel-
chairs and different types of
wheelchair-equipped occupant
restraint belt systems (torso
restraint). It is the responsibility
of the wheelchair passenger to
have his or her wheelchair
equipped with an occupant
restraint (seat belt) under the
direction of their health care
professional.
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
Using your own wheelchair,
operate the lift through all
functions and enter and exit the
Wheelchair lift attendants should
be instructed on any special
damage.
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Preventive Maintenance
vehicle with the sales
representative 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 personal wheelchair).
Become familiar with the
proper operation of your lift
before operating the lift by
yourself.
Maintenance is necessary to
ensure safe and troublefree lift
operation. Preventive lift
• Do the automatic door(s) open
fully (if equipped)?
• Does the lift safely clear the
door(s) when unfolding and
folding?
• Do the lift control switches
function properly?
• Does the automatic roll stop
operate properly?
• Do the handrails function
properly?
• Is the power source adequate
or weak?
maintenance consisting of
careful inspections of your lift
system and cleaning the lift
should be a part of your routine.
Simple inspections can detect
potential lift operational problems.
Regular preventive mainte-
nance will reduce potential lift
operation downtime and in-
crease the service life of the lift,
as well as enhancing safety.
This lift operator’s manual
must be stored in the lift-
mounted manual storage
pouch when not in use.
Exposure to harsh weather
elements, environment condi-
tions, or heavy usage, etc. may
require more frequent mainte-
During routine inspections,
operate the lift through a mini-
mum of one complete cycle and nance and lubrication proce-
note the following: dures.
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Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Preventive maintenance visual
in the applicable lift installation
and service manual. Refer to
the Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion section in this manual for
further details.
inspections do not take the
place of the procedures speci-
fied in the Maintenance and
Lubrication Schedule provided
WARNING
Maintenance and
lubrication proce-
dures must be per-
formed by authorized
service personnel as
specified in the
applicable installa-
tion/service manual.
Failure to do so may
result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
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Lift Operating Instructions
Before lift operation, park the
WARNING
WARNING
vehicle on a level surface, away
from vehicular traffic. Place the
vehicle transmission in “Park”
and engage the parking brake.
Read and become
familiar with all lift
operation safety
Whenever a
passenger is on the
platform, the:
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. Failure to do so
may result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
• Passenger must
face outward
• Wheelchair brakes
must be locked
• Roll stop(s) must be
UP
Failure to do so may
result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
Photos appearing in the Lift
Operating Instructions depict lift
functions being activated by lift-
mounted control switches only.
Lift-posted Warnings and Lift
Operating Instructions decal
24069 provides lift operating
instructions. Replace any
missing, worn or illegible
decals.
Follow the Manual Operating
Instructions provided on pages
28-30 in event of power or
equipment failure.
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Lift Operating Instructions
A
B
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 OUT switch until
platform stops (unfolds fully –
reaches floor level). Release
switch.
C
D
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Lift Operating Instructions
To Unload Passenger:
E
F
1. Read notes below! Load passen-
ger onto platform facing outward
and lock wheelchair brakes.
Note: Roll stop must be UP
before loading passenger onto
platform. Lower head to clear
vehicle door jamb header.
2. Press red DOWN switch until the
entire platform reaches ground
level (stops) and roll stop unfolds
fully (see Photos H and I). Re-
lease switch.
DOWN
Handrail Switch: Slide knob in to
DOWN position. See Photo G.
H
G
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Lift Operating Instructions
To Unload Passenger: (continued)
J
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 the
roll stop. See Photos K and L.
K
L
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Lift Operating Instructions
To Load Passenger:
M
N
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 the
roll stop. See Photos K and L.
2. Press red UP switch until platform
stops (reaches floor level). Re-
lease switch.
Handrail Switch: Slide knob out to
UP position.
UP
Note: Roll stop must be UP
before raising platform. Platform
will raise above ground level
approximately two inches before
the roll stop reaches the fully UP
position.
approximately 2"
P
O
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Lift Operating Instructions
To Load Passenger (continued):
Q
R
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 IN switch until
platform stops (fully folded).
Release switch.
S
T
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Lift Operating Instructions
To Close Door(s):
U
Automatic Door Operator(s):
Press yellow CLOSE switch until
door(s) are fully closed. Release
switch.
Manual Door(s):
Manually close door(s) fully.
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Manual Operating Instructions
If you experience power or equip-
from standard lift operation proce-
dures. Manual Instructions Decal
27146 (posted on pump cover)
provides manual operating instruc-
tions also. Refer to the Lift Operat-
ing Instructions for all normal lift
operation procedures (such as
loading and unloading passengers).
Follow all Lift Operation Safety
Precautions!
ment failure, refer to the Manual
Operating Instructions to operate
the lift. Instructions and photos are
provided for all steps that differ
Release Valve
approximate
1/16" intervals
maximum
30 inch lbs
Valve Tightening
Specification:
Once valve seats
(stops), tighten 15
to 30 inch pounds
as shown.
minimum
15 inch lbs
seats
(stops)
C
L
N
E
E
O
Note: Close backup
pump release valve
securely before operating
electric pump.
A
Release Valve
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Manual Operating Instructions
Refer to photos and illustration of
release valve on previous page.
To Unfold Platform (Out):
and turn counterclockwise (open
— 1/2 turn only) until the platform
Using hand pump handle (Photo B): reaches ground level and/or roll
stop unfolds.
a. Place slotted end of pump handle
onto backup pump release valve
and turn counterclockwise
Hand Pump Handle
(open — 1/2 turn only) until the
platform reaches floor level
(fully unfolded). See Photo C.
b. Turn the release valve clockwise
(close) to stop the platform. See
Photo C.
Open
Close
Note: Valve must be tight, but do
not overtighten.
(Down)
(Up/Stop)
• To Lower Platform:
• To Unfold Roll Stop:
DOWN
Place slotted end of pump handle
onto backup pump release valve
B
C
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Manual Operating Instructions
Refer to photos and illustration of
release valve on page 28.
• To Fold Roll Stop:
• To Raise Platform:
Note: Close backup pump release
valve securely before operating
electric pump.
UP
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).
Open
Close
(Down)
(Up/Stop)
To Fold Platform (In):
Insert handle into backup pump and
stroke until platform stops (folds
fully). See Photo E.
D
E
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Decals and Antiskid
Decals
W
ARNING
29048
24069
12375
The lift is only as safe as
the operator. Replace any
missing, worn or illegible
decals! Part numbers are
provided for decals. Inspect
your lift for missing, worn or
illegible decals. Call 1-800-
THE LIFT for replacements.
Replace missing, worn
or illegible decals.
Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily
injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING
•
•
•
•
Read manual before
operating lift.
Load and unload on level
surface only.
Engage vehicle parking
brake before operating lift.
Provide adequate clearance
outside of vehicle to
accommodate lift.
•
•
Do not operate lift if you
suspect lift damage, wear
or any abnormal condition.
Keep operator and
bystanders clear of area
in which lift operates.
Parking Courtesy
Requested
Whenever
passenger is on the
platform, the:
a
wheelchair
•
•
•
Passenger must face
outward
Wheelchair brakes must
be locked
Roll stop must be up
TM
"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
Failure to follow these
rules may result in
Fairfield, NJ USA
Oslo, Norway
Clearwater, FL USA
Kitchener, Ontario Can.
Huntington Beach, CA USA
Rocklea, Queensland Aust.
serious bodily injury
and/or property damage.
12375
LIFT OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
26701
24490
TO OPEN DOOR(S)
27146
Note: Clean surfaces as
detailed on opposite page
before posting decals.
Press OPEN switch
until door(s) are fully
open.
Microswitch Adjustment Instructions
UP
Unfold/Down (Outside) Microswitch
TO UNFOLD PLATFORM
(OUT):
MANUAL
OPERATION
Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to stop
platform unfold function sooner. Turn
adjustment bolt counterclockwise to allow
platform to unfold further.
Press OUT switch
until platform stops
(reaches floor level).
Up/Fold (Inside) Microswitch
TO UNLOAD PASSENGER:
Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise
to stop platform raise function sooner.
Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to allow
1. Load passenger onto
platform facing outward
and lock wheelchair
brakes.
DOWN
platform to raise further.
OPEN
24490
2. Press DOWN switch
until platform stops and
roll stop unfolds fully.
3. Unlock wheelchair
brakes and unload
CLOSE
Using hand pump handle:
passenger from platform.
25652
25675
TO UNFOLD PLATFORM (OUT):
TO LOAD PASSENGER:
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. Open 1/2 turn only.
1. Load passenger onto
platform facing outward
and lock wheelchair
brakes.
2. Press UP switch until
platform stops
22249
WARNING
4. Close hand pump valve (turn clockwise).
W
ARNING
(reaches floor level)
3. Unlock wheelchair
brakes and unload
.
DOWN (TO LOWER):
Lift installation and servicing prohibited by
anyone who has not been certified by The Braun
Corporation Sales and Service School. Certified
service technicians should call 1-800-THE LIFT
to receive applicable installation/service manual.
Failure to follow this policy may result in serious
bodily injury and/or property damage.
Contact The Braun
Corporation before
adjusting hydraulic
pressure relief
Open hand pump valve (turn
counterclockwise). Open 1/2 turn only.
passenger from platform.
UP (TO RAISE):
TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):
1. Close hand pump valve (turn clockwise).
2. Insert handle in pump and stroke until
platform reaches floor level.
Press IN switch until
platform stops.
valve. Failure to
do so may result
in serious bodily
injury and/or
TO FOLD PLATFORM (IN):
TO CLOSE DOOR(S):
Insert handle in pump and stroke.
Press CLOSE switch
until door(s) are fully
property damage.
Close valve before operating electric pump.
closed.
25675
22249
24069
25652
27146
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Decals and Antiskid
Antiskid
Inspect your lift for any
missing or worn antiskid.
Order as needed.
Available Antiskid
Color
Size
Part No.
2" x 12"
2" x 12"
3" x 12"
3" x 12"
6" x 12"
6" x 12"
Black
#24172-BK
#24172-YL
#24173-BK
#24173-YL
#24174-BK
#24174-YL
Yellow
Black
Yellow
Black
Yellow
W
ARNING
Note: Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol
before decal or antiskid application. Use a
clean cloth or paper towels. Do not use oily
shop rags. Wipe surface free of residue with
dry portion of cleaning cloth.
Replace missing or
worn antiskid.
Failure to do so may
result in serious
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
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Maintenance and Lubrication
of the procedures specified in the
Maintenance and Lubrication
Schedule provided in the appli-
cable lift installation and service
manual. The procedures outlined
in the Maintenance and Lubrica-
tion Schedule must be per-
formed at the recommended
scheduled intervals by an
authorized Braun Corporation
service representative who has
attended and been certified by
The Braun Corporation Sales
and Service School.
Maintenance is necessary to
ensure safe and troublefree lift
operation. General preventive
maintenance consisting of
inspections of your lift system and
cleaning the lift should be a part
of your routine.
Corporation at 1-800-THE LIFT.
One of our national Product
Support representatives will
direct you to an authorized
service technician who will
inspect your lift.
WARNING
The VL955 has been designed
with many self-lubricating compo-
nents. Lubricate the pivot points
specified on page 34 approxi-
mately every four weeks (or 400
cycles) with a light penetrating
type oil (30 weight or equivalent).
Severe conditions (weather,
environment, heavy usage, etc.)
may require more frequent
lubrication.
Maintenance and
lubrication proce-
dures must be per-
formed by authorized
service personnel as
specified in the
applicable installa-
tion/service manual.
Failure to do so may
result in serious
If the scheduled maintenance
and lubrication procedures are
not being performed, or if there is
any sign of lift damage, wear,
abnormal condition or improper
operation, discontinue lift use
immediately. Contact your sales
representative or call The Braun
bodily injury and/or
property damage.
Preventive maintenance visual
inspections and lubrication
procedures do not take the place
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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
lubricant.
Outer Platform Pivot Pins (2)
Roll Stop Activation Foot
Pivot Point (2)
Roll Stop Arm Slots (2)
Platform Fold Axles (2)
Platform Pivot Pins (2)
Platform Fold Link Roller/Pin (4)
Roll Stop Hinge Pivot Points (2)
and
Outboard Platform Pivot Pins (2)
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Warranty and Registration Instructions
Immediately upon receiving your
cards. The consumer must fill out
the other card and mail it to The
Braun Corporation. The warranty
is provided on the back cover of
this manual. The warranty cards
must be processed to activate
the warranty.
located on the opposite pump
lift, examine the unit for any
damage. Notify the carrier at
once with any claims.
side tower. This I.D. tag contains
the product identification informa-
tion provided on the Warranty/
Registration card. Record the
information in the space provided
on the next page. This informa-
tion must be provided when
filing a warranty claim or
Two warranty/registration cards
(shown below) are located in the
lift-mounted owner’s manual
storage pouch. The sales repre-
The Braun Serial No./Series No.
sentative must process one of the identification tag (shown below) is
ordering parts.
The Braun Corporation
PO Box 310
Winamac, IN 46996
(574) 946-6153
Series No.
Pump Code
Model No.
Serial No. Cylinder Code
LIFT MODEL #
OWNER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION
VL955U3144
SERIAL NUMBER
VL955U3144-02-00101-39-14CF
02-00101
PURCHASED FROM
PUMP CODE
CYLINDER
OWNER
39
14CF
MFG DATE
DATE INSTALLED
NAME
ADDRESS
CITY
10/14/2003
PATENT
PENDING-5,261,779-6,065,924-6,238,169-6,464,447
Sample Serial No./Series No. Identification Tag
Page 35
TELEPHONE
STATE
ZIP
TO VALIDATE WARRANTY
REGISTRATION CARDS MUST BE RETURNED TO THE BRAUN CORPORATION.
Sample Warranty/Registration Card
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Warranty and Registration Instructions
Model No.
Series No.
Serial No.
Pump Code
Note: This information must
be provided when filing a
warranty claim or ordering
parts. Keep for future use.
Cylinder Code
Date of Manufacture
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®
"Providing Access to the World"
Over 300 Braun
Dealers Worldwide
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TM
Vista Series
Consumer Wheelchair Lifts
KA.**
KA.**
Braun Limited Warranty
Consult your local Braun dealer regarding warranty policy.
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.
30197
January 2004
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