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Lift Operation Safety
Keep operator and bystanders clear of area in which the lift operates.
Lift attendant must observe passenger at all times during lift operation.
Ensure adequate lighting exists in the lift operating area.
Whenever a wheelchair passenger (or standee) is on the platform, the:
• Passenger must be positioned fully inside yellow boundaries facing outward.
• Wheelchair brakes must be locked
• Bridge plate and roll stop must be up (vertical)
• Roll Stop latch must be fully engaged
• Passenger should grip both handrails (if able).
Wheelchair lift attendants should be instructed on any special needs and/or procedures
required for safe transport of wheelchair passengers.
Load and unload clear of vehicular trafc.
Do not attempt to load or unload a passenger in a wheelchair or other apparatus that
does not t on the platform area.
The lift attendant shall not ride on the platform with the passenger. The lift is intended
for use by a single passenger.
Do not overload or abuse. The load rating applies to both the raising and lowering
functions.
Use caution when operating this equipment out of doors during electrical storms or
similar electrical phenomena.
Use caution when operating this equipment in severe weather or environmental
conditions (fog, rain, snow, ice, dust, etc.)
Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly.
Do not operate or board the lift if you or your lift operator are intoxicated.
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 operating instructions before operating the lift.
Load and unload on level surface only.
Engage vehicle parking brake before operating lift.
Provide adequate clearance outside the vehicle to accom-
modate the lift before opening lift door(s) or operating lift.
Inspect lift before operation. Do not operate lift if you
suspect lift damage, wear or any abnormal condition.
Do not use as a link bridge.
If the lift operating
instructions, manual
operating instructions
and/or lift operation
safety precautions are
not fully understood,
contact BraunAbility-
immediately. Failure
to do so may result in
serious bodily injury
and/or property dam-
age.
Do not raise front wheelchair wheels (pull wheelie) when loading, boarding, or riding on
the platform.
Open lift door(s) fully and secure before operating lift.
Position and secure (buckle, engage, fasten, etc.) the wheelchair-equipped occupant
seat belt (torso restraint) before loading onto the wheelchair lift platform.
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.
Platform must be positioned at oor level (bridging position) when loading or unloading
in and out of vehicle.
Do not use platform bridge plate or roll stop as a brake. Stop and brake wheelchair
when loading onto the platform (manually stop and brake manual wheelchairs — stop
powered wheelchairs with the wheelchair controls).
Turn powered (electric) wheelchairs off when on lift platform.
Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ground level (lowered
fully) and the roll stop is fully unfolded (ramp position) before loading or unloading a
passenger at ground level.
Roll stop must be fully unfolded (ramp position) until front and rear wheelchair wheels
cross the barrier when loading or unloading at ground level.
Accidental activation of control switch(es) may cause unintended operation(s).
Maintenance and lubrication procedures must be performed as specied in this manual
by authorized (certied) service personnel.
Replace missing, worn or illegible decals.
Never modify (alter) a BraunAbility lift.
Do not use accessory devices not authorized by BraunAbility.
Do not remove any guards or covers.
Keep clear of any hydraulic leak.
Failure to follow these safety precautions may result in serious bodily injury and/or
property damage.
Lift Operation Safety
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