Ascendor PLK8 - Mechanical, Rail, and Component Service

Maintenance and Service Manual Version 2.14 Page 7
4.3 Function control for safety equipment
• Limit switch TOP
• Limit switch BOTTOM
• Pressure sensitive contact panel (platform underside)
• Emergency stop button
• Switch function test of the access ramps open (travel up / down)
• Switch function test of the access ramps closed (travel up / down)
• Volume test for acoustic alarm
• Shutdown when safety bars are opened while the lift is in motion
• Emergency travel release button (safety bars half open)
• Emergency folding button (see chapter 10)
• Shutdown when current overload at platform motor
• Check of PLK8 safety catcher (see chapter 12.3)
4.4 Function control for mechanical parts and software
• Access ramps open and close completely
• Safety bars open and close completely
• Platform open and close completely
• Check battery charger function
4.5 Travel rail service
• Check all fixing screws, tighten if necessary
• Clean brass charging contacts
• Check abrasion / wear of the rack
• Clean handrail and rack with slightly greasing stainless steel spray
4.6 Platform stair lift service
• Remove front plastic cover (see chapter 3)
• Make a visual inspection of all screw connections
• Check if gear wheel of safety bar shaft and collars are securely tightened
• Check if the fixing screws of the safety bar motors are securely tightened (on the backside of the lift
the topside plastic cover must be removed)
• Check if threaded pins on switch-cam are securely tightened
• Lubricate the gear wheels, eccentric tappet for Bowden cable with a lubrication spray
• Remove the batteries individually, disconnect them and check correct charge (U > 12 V)
• Check if moving magnets can move freely and easily
• Make a visual inspection of all electrical connections
• Check all cables for chafe marks or signs of wear
• Check front plastic cover for damage (Sticker, handle bar)
• Check safety bars for ease of movement
• Check platform and access ramps for freedom of movement
• Replace 9V battery in handheld and wall mounted remote controls
• Check that switch of battery charger is in position “B” (only for charger type Fronius / Red)