Braun BF3248Y-2, Operator, Installation, Service Manual

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Attendants must become familiar
with the vehicle ramp access door
system and interlock(s), as well
as the proper operation of the
ramp.
Vehicle ramp access door con-
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dures vary. Ensure the ramp door
is fully open before activating the
ramp (an interlock typically pre-
vents ramp operation unless the
door is fully open). Attendants
and passengers must keep clear
of the area in which the power
door operates. Ensure the path
is clear before closing the door.
Be sure the door is fully closed
before attempting to drive the ve-
hicle (interlocks typically ensure
this).
Interlocks are required by nearly
all transit authorities. Vehicle
interlocks typically prevent vehicle
motion if the ramp is not stowed.
In some cases, the ramp cannot
be operated if interlock conditions
are not met. Multiple interlocks
may exist.
Instructions for operation of
interlocks and door systems are
not be addressed in this manual
due to the variety of procedures
required for operating them.
It is the responsibility of the driver/
attendant to properly open and
close the ramp access door(s),
to activate interlock(s) and to
properly activate the ramp power
functions.
Ramp Access Doors and Interlocks
The RA300 provides vehicle ac-
cess to wheelchair passengers or
standees using other type mobil-
ity aids. The commercial oriented
RA300 is operated by the transit
vehicle driver/attendant. Unless
your transit agency has a pub-
lished policy stating that driver/at-
tendants do not aid ramp passen-
gers, safe entering and exiting of
ramp passengers is the responsi-
bility of the driver/attendant.
General instructions for safe op-
eration of the ramp are provided.
Ramp safety and ramp passenger
safety information is included.
Read and become familiar with
all ramp operation safety precau-
tions, operation notes and de-
tails, operating instructions and
manual operating instructions
before attempting ramp operation
procedures or assisting ramp pas-
sengers boarding and exiting the
vehicle.
Do not operate the ramp if you
suspect ramp damage, wear or
any abnormal condition. Dis-
continue use immediately and
contact The Braun Corporation
at 1-800-THE LIFT
® . One of our
national Product Support repre-
sentatives will direct you to an
authorized service technician who
will inspect the ramp.
RAMP OPERATION