Ascension 5442P, Operating Manual

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Operating Manual SECTION 1
PROTEGE 5442P
5 112509 Rev G
Terminology
To get the maximum benefit from this manual, you should be familiar with the following
terms. Refer to Figure 1 as necessary.
Dock Plate The plate that bridges the gap between the platform floor and the upper
landing surface when the platform is at the upper landing.
Lower Landing Gate The gate that serves the lower landing, or ground level.
Machinery Cabinet The enclosures in which the lifting and control mechanisms are
located. There is one cabinet on each side of the lift. The contents of the machinery
cabinets are accessible through the access panels.
Operating Stations The controls for raising and lowering the platform. All three
operating stations are located on the right side of the platform. The operating station
inside the platform has an emergency stop switch.
Platform The compartment in which the passenger rides.
Upper Landing The stage, platform, or riser that the lift serves.
Upper Landing Gate The gate that serves the upper landing, or stage.
Figure 1