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Operator Manual
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U.S. Patent Nos: 4,534,450; 5,308,215; 5,445,488; 5,605,431; 5,944,473
Australian Patent No: 661127; 687,066 Canadian Patent No: 1,245,603; 2,168,761
Other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
Printed in the United States of America
92-2003 RICON CORPORATION
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Innovator
Personal Use
Wheelchair Lift
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SERVICE ON THIS RICON PRODUCT MUST BE
PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED RICON SERVICE
TECHNICIANS.
PRODUCT USERS MUST REFER TO THIS MANUAL
FOR OPERATING AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS.
RETAIN THIS MANUAL IN VEHICLE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
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1-1 Edited paragraphs 1-4
1-5 Added fig’s 1-3 & 1-4
2-3 Added NOTE to STOW motion in table 2-1.
2-9 Added “DISABLING PLATFORM WRAPPING” paragraph to sec-
tion 3. STOWING PLATFORM; added figure 2-9.
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INNOVATOR PERSONAL LIFT TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter: Page
I. INNOVATOR INTRODUCTION ...............................................................1-1
A. RICON PRODUCT SUPPORT.....................................................................1-1
B. RICON ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY...................................................1-2
C. SHIPMENT INFORMATION........................................................................1-3
D. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................1-3
E. MAJOR LIFT COMPONENTS .....................................................................1-4
II. INNOVATOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................2-1
A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................2-1
B. DAILY SAFETY CHECK..............................................................................2-2
C. LIFT FUNCTIONS......................................................................................2-3
D. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS..................................................................2-4
CONTROL PENDANT................................................................................2-4
HANDRAIL CONTROL SWITCH.................................................................2-4
WRAP DISABLE SWITCH..........................................................................2-5
INTERLOCK INDICATOR LIGHT.................................................................2-5
CONTROL SYSTEM CIRCUIT BREAKER.....................................................2-5
DOOR OPERATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER......................................................2-5
MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER..........................................................................2-6
MANUAL BACK-UP PUMP........................................................................2-6
E. LIFT OPERATION......................................................................................2-7
1. ENTERING VEHICLE..........................................................................2-8
2. EXITING VEHICLE..............................................................................2-8
3. STOWING PLATFORM.......................................................................2-9
4. MANUAL OPERATION .......................................................................2-9
F. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR NOTE ........................................................2-12
III. INNOVATOR MAINTENANCE................................................................3-1
A. CLEANING................................................................................................3-1
B. DAILY SAFETY INSPECTION .....................................................................3-1
C. DECAL INSPECTION.................................................................................3-3
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I. INNOVATOR INTRODUCTION
his manual provides operating and basic maintenance instructions for the Ricon Innovator
Wheelchair Lift. The platform on the Innovator is raised and lowered by a single arm. The
single-arm design keeps the vehicle doorway clear, which maximizes available space inside the
vehicle and allows the front passenger seat to fully recline. The front rollstop and side barriers
on the platform automatically lower when the platform contacts the ground. The lowered side
barriers allow entry onto the platform from a wide angle. Operation of the Innovator lift is done
by either a trained attendant or the wheelchair occupant.
Force to raise the platform is provided by a self-contained electro-hydraulic pump, which has a
lifting capacity of 660 pounds (300 kilograms). The pump assembly houses a built-in manual
backup pump that is used to raise the platform if the lift loses power.
The platform is unfolded from the vehicle (deployed) by pressing a switch on the control pen-
dant. A second switch is then pressed to lower the platform to the ground. An auxiliary switch
located on the platform handrail can be used to raise or lower the platform independently of the
control pendant
When the wheelchair lift is no longer needed, the platform is raised and folded into the vehicle
(stowed). If necessary, the platform can be stowed in a partially folded position, allowing a wide
object to be placed inside the vehicle.
The operating instructions must be read thoroughly to promote passenger and operator safety. It
is important to follow the Ricon recommendations for cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating the
wheelchair lift.
A. RICON SERVICE SUPPORT
If there are questions about this manual, or you need copies, please contact Ricon Product
Support at:
Ricon Corporation
7900 Nelson Road
Panorama City, CA 91402
Telephone: (818) 267-3000
Outside 818 area code (800) 322-2884
Ricon U.K. Ltd.
Littlemoss Business Park, Littlemoss Road
Droylsden, Manchester
United Kingdom, M43 7EF (+44) 161 301 6000
World Wide Website: www.riconcorp.com
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B. INNOVATOR WHEELCHAIR LIFT ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
RICON CORPORATION
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Ricon Corporation (Ricon) warrants to original purchaser of this product that Ricon will repair or
replace, at its option, any part that fails due to defective material or workmanship as follows:
Repair or replace parts for a period of one year from date of purchase.
Labor costs for specified parts replace under this warranty for a period of one year from date of pur-
chase. A Ricon rate schedule determines the parts covered and labor allowed.
If You Need to Return a Product: Return this product to your installing dealer, or to Ricon, following
the Ricon RMA procedure. Please give as much advance notice as possible, and allow a reasonable
amount of time for repair.
If You are Traveling: Ricon authorized dealers honor this warranty. Consult a telephone directory or
call our Product Support department for the name of the nearest Ricon authorized dealer.
This Warranty Does Not Cover:
Malfunction or damage to product parts caused by accident, misuse, lack of proper maintenance,
neglect, improper adjustment, modification, alteration, the mechanical condition of the vehicle, road
hazards, overloading, failure to follow operating instructions, or acts of Nature (i.e., weather, lightning,
flood).
NOTE: Ricon recommends that this product be inspected by an authorized Ricon dealer at least
once every six months, or sooner if necessary. Any required maintenance should be
performed at that time.
WARNING!
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO EXACT SPECIFICATIONS.
~ ANY MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT CAN BE HAZARDOUS ~
This Warranty is Void If:
• Product has not been installed and maintained by an authorized Ricon service technician.
• Product has been altered from its original design without written authorization by Ricon.
Ricon disclaims liability for any personal injury or property damage that results from operation of a Ricon
product that has been modified from the original Ricon design. No person or company is authorized to
change the design of this Ricon product without written authorization by Ricon.
Ricon's obligation under this warranty is exclusively limited to the repair or exchange of parts that fail within
the applicable warranty period.
Ricon assumes no responsibility for expenses or damages, including incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply.
Important: The warranty registration card must be completed and returned to Ricon within twenty-days after
installation of this Ricon product for the warranty to be valid. The warranty is not transferable.
The warranty gives specific legal rights. There may be other rights that vary in each state.
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C. SHIPMENT INFORMATION
Ricon does not sell directly to the user because of the specialized nature of this product. In-
stead, the product is distributed through a worldwide network of authorized Ricon dealers who
perform the actual sale and installation.
• When the product is received, unpack the product and check for freight damage. Claims
for any damage should be made to the carrier immediately.
• Be sure the installation kit contains all items listed on the included packing list. Please
report any missing items immediately to Ricon Product Support. Save packing list for
future reference. The warranty and owner registration cards must be completed and re-
turned to Ricon within 20 days to validate the warranty.
D. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following safety precautions must be adhered to during operation, service, and mainte-
nance:
• Exercise caution when operating lift to avoid injury, and be certain that hands, feet, legs,
and clothing are not in the path of the platform as it moves.
• Read and thoroughly understand the operating instructions before attempting to operate
the lift.
• Inspect product before each use. Do not operate lift if an unsafe condition is present, or
there is unusual noise or movement.
• Keep others clear during lift operation.
• The lift requires regular maintenance. Ricon recommends a thorough inspection every
six months to maintain the product at its highest level of performance.
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E. MAJOR LIFT COMPONENTS
The references used throughout this manual are illustrated in Figure 1-1 and defined in Table
1-1. Figure 1-2 shows electrical and hydraulic control details on the lift tower. Figure 1-3
shows the lift with its platform in the folded position (with platform not wrapped). Figure 1-4
shows the lift fully stowed (with platform folded and wrapped).
FIGURE 1
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NNOVATOR COMPONENTS
VERTICAL ARM
PENDANT
CONTROL
TOWER
FRONT
RIGHT SIDE
BARRIER
PLATFORM SECTION - RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
BARRIER
PLATFORM SECTION - LEFT SIDE
BARRIER RELEASE
LEFT
PARALLEL ARM
(LOWER)
BRIDGEPLATE
HANDRAIL SWITCH
HANDRAIL
FRONT
ROLLSTOP
MANUAL BACKUP
PUMP HANDLE
REAR
PARALLEL ARM (UPPER)
HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY
(INSIDE TOWER)
RIGHT
SECTIONS
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FIGURE 1
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2: INNOVAT
OR TOWER DETAILS
MANUAL BACKUP
PUMP HANDLE
CONTROL SYSTEM
CIRCUIT BREAKER
OPTIONAL POWER
DOOR OPERATOR
CIRCUIT BREAKER
WRAP DISABLE
SWITCH
MANUAL PUMP
HANDLE SOCKET
MANUAL PUMP
RELEASE VALVE
INTERLOCK
INDICATOR LIGHT
FIGURE 1-4: INNOVATOR LIFT FOLDED
AND WRAPPED
FIGURE 1-3: INNOVATOR LIFT FOLDED
BUT NOT WRAPPED
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TABLE 1-1: MAJOR INNOVATOR COMPONENTS
NAME DESCRIPTION
Left, Right,
Front, Rear
Lift references when viewing installation from outside of vehicle.
Control pendant Hand-held control box is used to operate lift.
Tower Houses hydraulic pump assembly, circuit breakers, and manual back-up pump.
Hydraulic pump
assembly
Electric motor driven hydraulic pump produces pressure that is used to raise
platform; incorporates a manual backup pump.
Manual backup
pump handle
Used to operate the manual back-up pump, which is located on hydraulic pump
assembly.
Parallel arms Upper and lower links connecting vertical arm to tower.
Vertical arm Connects platform to parallel arms.
Handrail Provides handhold for user. Handrail may vary from that shown.
Handrail switch Toggle switch allows platform occupant to raise and lower platform. Switch
does not stow or deploy platform.
Bridgeplate
(inboard rollstop)
Plate that bridges gap between platform and lift baseplate when platform is at
floor level. Also acts as a rear rollstop while platform is in motion.
Platform sections Curbed area for passenger; transports passenger between ground and
vehicle floor; composed of four sections.
Side barriers Side barriers help confine passenger to platform. They unfold automatically
when platform contacts ground, and provide side access to platform.
Barrier release Mechanical latch holds side barriers in vertical position. One per barrier.
Front rollstop Front barrier prevents wheelchair from slow, inadvertent rolling off of platform.
Unfolds automatically when platform contacts ground. Two sections.
Manual pump
handle socket
The manual backup pump handle is inserted here, and then used to operate
manual backup pump.
Manual pressure
release valve
Releases hydraulic fluid in hydraulic system, allowing the platform to lower.
Control system
circuit breaker
Protects lift control circuits from high electrical current.
Door operator
circuit breaker
Protects power door operator from high electrical current.
Wrap disable switch
Switch selects full or partial stow of platform into vehicle.
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II. INNOVATOR LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
his chapter contains safety precautions, daily safety check instructions, control and indicator
descriptions, and operating instructions for the RICON Innovator Wheelchair Lift. This chap-
ter must be thoroughly understood by the lift operator.
A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following safety precautions must be complied with at all times when operating lift:
¡ Refer to Figure 2-1. Deploying lift when vehicle is on sloped ground is hazardous. Op-
erate lift with vehicle parked on level ground.
¡ Vehicle must be safely parked with parking brake ON before using lift.
¡ Inspect lift before use. DO NOT use lift if any unsafe condition exists, or unusual noises
or movements are noticed. Contact an authorized Ricon dealer for repair.
¡ Read and comply with all warning labels and symbols affixed to wheelchair lift.
¡ Wheelchair occupant must FACE OUTWARD when entering or exiting vehicle.
¡ DO NOT back onto platform when exiting vehicle. FACE OUTWARD and be certain that
platform is at floor level. Check that outer rollstop is up and locked.
¡ Do not place objects inside vehicle that may prevent you from rotating your wheelchair to
safely exit vehicle facing outward.
¡ The front rollstop, when closed, is designed to prevent a wheelchair from slowly, inad-
vertently rolling off of platform. Hitting the front rollstop with the small front wheels of a
fast-moving wheelchair can tip the wheelchair (causing possible injury to wheelchair oc-
cupant). Do not expect rollstop to stop a fast-moving wheelchair, as it is not designed
for that purpose. Use care, board platform slowly, and lock wheelchair brakes.
¡ Be certain wheelchair fits safely on platform; it must not extend beyond edges or inter-
fere with operation of rollstop.
¡ Do not operate with a load in excess of 660 lbs (300 kg).
¡ Keep arms, legs, and clothing away from moving lift parts.
¡ The lift is intended for ONE wheelchair and its occupant. Do not overload lift.
¡ Keep others clear while operating lift.
¡ Do not allow an untrained person to operate lift.
¡ Careful supervision is necessary if used by or near children.
¡ Do not allow anyone to stand on bridgeplate. A bent bridgeplate can interfere with the
platform as it rises and lowers.
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FIGURE 2
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P
A
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¡ LOCK WHEELCHAIR BRAKES before moving platform (power wheelchair users should
turn off power and set brake).
¡ Use great care in wet conditions, because the wheelchair brakes are less effective if
wheels or platform are wet.
¡ Never leave platform outside of vehicle. Return platform to stowed position after use.
¡ Do not use a wheelchair on this lift that is too large for the vehicle. The wheelchair must
be able to rotate freely inside vehicle so that you can safely exit vehicle facing outward.
Read and understand these safety precautions. Review them periodically and ask any atten-
dants or other operators to read them as well. Contact an authorized Ricon dealer or call Ri-
con Product Support if you have questions.
B. DAILY SAFETY CHECK
Inspect lift before use and meet the following conditions:
¡ All functions operate properly. DO NOT use lift if unusual noises or movements exist.
Contact an authorized Ricon dealer for repair.
¡ Vehicle interlock is operating properly.
¡ Objects that may interfere with operation are not present.
¡ General appearance and lubrication are satisfactory and all fasteners are tight.
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C. LIFT FUNCTIONS
Refer to Table 2-1 for descriptions of the four basic wheelchair lift motions. Each motion is put into action
by using one of the four pushbuttons located on the control pendant. Refer to section D for more informa-
tion on the pendant. An auxiliary switch mounted on the handrail can also be used for the UP and DOWN
motions. The UP and DOWN buttons are disabled when the platform is stowed. Refer to Figure 2-2 for
the lift at floor level and ground level positions.
TABLE 2-1: LIFT FUNCTIONS
MOTION DESCRIPTION
DEPLOY
PLATFORM UNFOLDS AT FLOOR LEVEL
(If vehicle is equipped with a power door operator, the doors automati-
cally open before platform unfolds).
DOWN
PLATFORM LOWERS FROM ANY LEVEL
(Rollstop lowers automatically when platform contacts ground).
UP
PLATFORM RISES FROM ANY LEVEL
(Rollstop closes automatically when platform leaves ground).
STOW
PLATFORM RISES TO FLOOR LEVEL AND FOLDS INTO VEHICLE
(If vehicle is equipped with a power door operator, the doors automati-
cally close after platform is stowed).
NOTE: The stow motion can be separated into two parts. A folding
motion occurs first as the platform begins to stow, followed
by a wrapping motion that ends with the platform fully
stowed. Figure 2-9 illustrates the platform before and after
it is wrapped.
END OF TABLE
FIGURE 2
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M POSITIONS
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D. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
WARNING!
THE LIFT CAN OPERATE ONLY WHEN PERMITTED TO BY THE VEHICLE INTERLOCK
CIRCUITRY. DO NOT OPERATE LIFT WITH INTERLOCK BYPASSED. REFER TO VEHICLE
OPERATOR MANUAL FOR INTERLOCK INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING LIFT.
¡ Control Pendant
Refer to Figure 2-3. The lift is operated with two rocker switches, which are located on a
hand-held, hard-wired control pendant. Each lift function is controlled by pushing one end of
a switch. The ends of the switches are referred to here as buttons. Pushing the DEPLOY but-
ton unfolds platform from vehicle, and pushing the STOW button folds platform into vehicle.
Pushing the DOWN button lowers the deployed platform, and pushing the UP button raises the
deployed platform. A button must be held depressed until the lift has completed the function.
The button can be released at any time to halt platform movement. The pendant is stowed on
a wall-clip inside vehicle.
¡ Handrail Control Switch
Refer to Figure 2-4. The deployed platform can also be raised or lowered with a toggle
switch on the handrail. Pushing the switch forward lowers the platform and pulling the switch
back raises the platform. Push and hold the switch until the platform has completed the op-
eration. Release the switch to halt motion of the platform.
FIGURE 2
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L
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MOUNTED CONTROL SW
ITCH
HANDRAIL
CONTROL SWITCH
RAISE
PLATFORM
LOWER
PLATFORM
BUTTON
UP
BUTTON
DOWN
STOW
BUTTON
DEPLOY
BUTTON
FIGURE 2
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NTROL PENDANT
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¡ Wrap Disable Switch
Refer to Figure 2-5. The wrap disable switch is at the lower rear of the lift tower. Press the
top of the switch to disable the final wrapping motion of the platform stow function. Disabling
the final wrapping motion results in more interior space within the vehicle to accommodate
large wheelchairs or large cargo. When the wrap disable feature is on and the STOW button is
pushed, the platform will fold to the upright position and stop. Refer to Figures 1-3 and 1-4
for stow positions with the platform wrapped and unwrapped.
¡ Interlock Indicator Light
Refer to Figure 2-5. The Interlock Indicator Light is at the lower rear of the lift tower. The
purpose of a vehicle interlock system is to prevent lift operation under unsafe conditions.
When a vehicle interlock systems is interfaced with lift circuitry, the interlock indicator light
shows whether or not the interlock is operating properly. The light is ON when the interlock
system makes electrical power available to lift, and OFF when the interlock has removed
power. If an interlock system is not installed, the light stays illuminated at all times.
CAUTION!
Do not hold a circuit breaker in its reset position if holding and releasing
does not restore power. Contact an authorized Ricon dealer for repair.
¡ Control System Circuit Breaker
Refer to Figure 2-5. The Control System Circuit Breaker is at the lower rear of the lift tower.
The circuit breaker button pops out if a short circuit occurs in the control system. Press the
button inward to reset circuit breaker.
¡ Door Operator Circuit Breaker
Refer to Figure 2-5. The optional power door operator circuit breaker is at the lower rear of
the lift tower. The circuit breaker button pops if a short circuit occurs in the door operator wir-
ing. Press the button inward to reset breaker.
DOOR OPERATOR
CIRCUIT BREAKER
WRAP DISABLE
SWITCH
INTERLOCK
INDICATOR
LIGHT
CONTROL SYSTEM
CIRCUIT BREAKER
TOWER
FIGURE 2
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BREAKER, INTERLOCK
INDICATOR
LIGHT, AND WRAP DISABLE SWITCH LOCATIONS
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¡ Main Circuit Breaker
Refer to Figure 2-6. The main circuit breaker is typically located in the vehicle engine com-
partment, and interrupts electrical power to the lift electrical system if a short circuit occurs.
The circuit breaker reset tab is shown in the normal, or reset, position, and rotates about 90
0
CW when a short circuit occurs. To reset, rotate tab CCW.
¡ Manual Backup Pump
Refer to Figure 2-7. The manual hydraulic backup system can raise the platform when elec-
tric power is not present. Controls for the pump consist of a pump handle used to raise the
platform, and a pressure release valve to lower it. Instructions for operating the manual pump
are in the MANUAL OPERATION paragraph of the LIFT OPERATION section in this chapter.
FIGURE 2
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RCUIT BREAKER
RESET
TAB
RESET
FIGURE 2
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BACKUP PUMP HANDLE A
ND
PRESSURE RELEASE VALVE
PUMP
HANDLE
SOCKET
BACKUP
PUMP
HANDLE
PRESSURE
RELEASE
VALVE
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E. LIFT OPERATION
WARNING!
IMPROPER USE OF LIFT CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. USERS MUST READ
AND FOLLOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN OPERATOR MANUAL. ADDITIONAL
COPIES OF OPERATOR MANUAL ARE AVAILABLE FROM:
RICON CORPORATION
7900 NELSON ROAD
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
(800) 322-2884 or (818) 267-3000
§ DO NOT EXCEED RATED LOAD CAPACITY OF 660 POUNDS (300 KG).
§ BEFORE USE, INSPECT WHEELCHAIR LIFT FOR PROPER FUNCTION,
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE, AND DAMAGE. DO NOT USE LIFT IF A PROBLEM
EXISTS, AND CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED RICON DEALER FOR REPAIR.
RICON CORPORATION DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY
RESULTING FROM MODIFICATION TO LIFT, LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR,
NEGLIGENCE, ABUSE, OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW LIFT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
¡ Be certain vehicle is safely parked on a level area away from traffic before operating
lift. Allow space for lift operation and passenger boarding.
¡ The lift operator must take special care to be certain that area is clear before deploy-
ing lift. Be certain there are no obstacles beneath platform.
¡ Refer to Figure 2-8. The platform must be lowered onto a flat surface, and the entire
underside of the platform must make contact with that surface. Both release feet on
the bottom of the platform (arrows) must contact surface to lower the front rollstop
and side barriers.
FIGURE 2
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LOWER PLATFORM ONTO
A CURB
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¡ If vehicle is not equipped with a power door operator, the doors must be opened
manually. If vehicle is equipped with a power door operator, the doors open auto-
matically before platform deploys, and close automatically after platform is stowed.
¡ Engage the vehicle safety interlock system (e.g., transmission and parking brake), if
so equipped, before operating lift. The lift will not operate until this is accomplished.
WARNING!
ATTENDANT MUST REMAIN NEAR PASSENGER TO RENDER ASSISTANCE, IF
NECESSARY. KEEP OTHERS CLEAR WHEN OPERATING LIFT. BE CERTAIN
WHEELCHAIR FITS PROPERLY ON PLATFORM AND DOES NOT CONTACT
ROLLSTOP, WHICH COULD PREVENT IT FROM LOCKING AS PLATFORM RISES.
1. ENTERING VEHICLE
a. DEPLOY PLATFORM - Push and hold DEPLOY button while platform unfolds
at floor level.
b. LOWER PLATFORM - Push and hold DOWN button while platform lowers to
ground. Release button when all rollstops and barriers have lowered.
c. Place wheelchair in center of platform, facing outward, and LOCK
WHEELCHAIR BRAKES. Be certain wheelchair is within perimeter of platform
and cannot interfere with operation of rollstops.
d. RAISE PLATFORM - Push and hold UP button while platform rises to floor
level and stops. Rollstops and barriers rise when platform leaves ground.
e. Release wheelchair brakes, carefully board passenger into vehicle, and secure
wheelchair.
f. Refer ahead to the “Stowing Platform” section to stow platform.
2. EXITING VEHICLE
a. DEPLOY PLATFORM - Push and hold DEPLOY button while platform unfolds
at floor level.
NOTE: Be certain platform is at same height as floor, rollstops and barriers are up and
locked, and the bridgeplate is laying flat against vehicle floor.
b. Place wheelchair in center of platform, facing outward, and LOCK
WHEELCHAIR BRAKES.
WARNING!
DO NOT STAND ON BRIDGEPLATE AS PLATFORM LOWERS.
c. LOWER PLATFORM – Push and hold DOWN button while platform lowers to
ground. Release button when all rollstops and barriers have lowered. Care-
fully exit platform.
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3. STOWING PLATFORM
CAUTION!
Hold stow button depressed until platform is completely stowed and the pump
motor has stopped. Verify that platform is fully stowed before closing doors.
The platform is stowed by pushing the STOW button and holding it until the platform is
completely within the vehicle.
DISABLING PLATFORM WRAPPING
Refer to Figure 2-9. Press the upper portion of the wrap disable switch to leave the plat-
form in a partially wrapped position:
— To partially stow the platform, set wrap disable switch to ON. Push and hold con-
trol pendant STOW button. Platform will fold into upright position within vehicle and
stop; the wrap portion of the stow motion is disabled.
— To completely stow the platform, set wrap disable switch to OFF. Push and hold
control pendant STOW button until platform is completely within vehicle.
4. MANUAL OPERATION:
The lift can be operated manually with the manual hydraulic backup system, if neces-
sary. The following procedure is for passengers that are exiting the vehicle. Ricon rec-
ommends against using manual operation to board passengers into the vehicle.
Preparation:
— Be certain vehicle is on a level area away from traffic.
— The operator must summon emergency assistance to move vehicle to a safe oper-
ating area if the vehicle cannot be moved under its own power.
— Provide space for lift operation and passenger deboarding. Verify that obstacles are
not in path of platform as it moves.
— Open vehicle doors manually. If equipped with a powered door operator, refer to its
Operator Manual for manual operation instructions.
— Caution people in vicinity that platform is about to deploy.
FIGURE 2
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M STOWING OPTIONS AV
AILABLE
WITH WRAP DISABLE SW
ITCH
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