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WARNING

Read manual 
before operating 
lift.  Failure to do 
so may result in 
serious bodily 
injury and/or
property damage.
Keep manual in
lift storage pouch.

Oper

ual

Man

ator's

33703 Rev. G
March 2010

NL Millennium 2 Series

NL Millennium 2 Series

Operator's Manual for:

DOT — Public Use Lift

DOT — Public Use Lift

“DOT — Public Use Lift” verifies that this platform lift meets the 
“public use lift” requirements of FMVSS No. 403.  This lift may be 
installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the 
lift, but must be installed on buses, school buses, and multi-
purpose passenger vehicles other than motor homes with a gross 
vehicle weight rating (GVWR) that exceeds 4,536 kg (10,000 lb).

Public Use Wheelchair Lifts

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Summary of Contents for Millennium NL-2 Series

Page 1: ...hat this platform lift meets the public use lift requirements of FMVSS No 403 This lift may be installed on all vehicles appropriate for the size and weight of the lift but must be installed on buses...

Page 2: ...fety precautions lift operating instructions manual operating instructions and instructions for maintenance and lubrica tion procedures Your lift is built for dependability and will bring you years of...

Page 3: ...15 Lift Features Lift Tite Latches 16 17 Inner Roll Stop 18 19 Outer Barrier 19 20 Outer Barrier Latch 20 21 Outer Barrier and Latch Operation 21 Bridging 21 Handrails 21 Lift Passengers Passenger Or...

Page 4: ...aun Corporation The limited warranty is provided in this manual The warranty cards must be processed to acti vate the warranty Two Braun Serial No Series No identification tags are posted on the lift...

Page 5: ...OWNER STATE ZIP Sample Warranty Registration Card Serial No Model No Warranty and Registration Instructions Model No Serial No Date of Manufacture The Braun Corporation XXXXXXXXXX XX XXXXX XX XX XXXX...

Page 6: ...underside of platform Outer Barrier Automatic Outboard Roll Stop Saddle 2 Outer Fold Arm 2 Opposite Pump Side Vertical Arm Bottom Parallel Arms 2 Platform Lights 2 Outboard Right Lift Terminology Ill...

Page 7: ...operation procedures are identical for all NL 2 Series lift models The operating instructions contained in this manual and appearing on lift posted operating instructions decals address the lift contr...

Page 8: ...of platform drift Further details regarding Lift Tite latches are provided on pages 16 and 17 Outer Barrier The cylinder powered automatic outer barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unlo...

Page 9: ...not function if the inner roll stop or the outer barrier are occupied The lift platform cannot be folded stowed if occupied The inner roll stop features a locking mechanism that prohib its the platfo...

Page 10: ...n of the platform rotating out and down from the fully stowed vertical position to floor level horizontal position when the UNFOLD switch is pressed B DOWN Platform Lower Down is the action of the pla...

Page 11: ...ure safe trouble free operation Safety precautions are provided to identify potentially hazardous situations and provide instruction on how to avoid them All information contained in this manual and B...

Page 12: ...ctions before operating the lift Note Wheelchair passengers and all transit agency personnel drivers and wheelchair lift attendants must read and become familiar with the contents of this manual and s...

Page 13: ...the raising and lowering func tions continuous lifting capacity is 800 lbs Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift or vehicle interlock does not operate properly Do not operate or board the lift...

Page 14: ...lchairs off when on lift platform Press the DOWN switch until the entire platform rests on ground level lowered fully and the outer barrier is fully unfolded ramp position before loading or unloading...

Page 15: ...g worn or illegible decals Keep owner s operator s manual in lift mounted manual storage pouch at all times Never modify alter a Braun Corporation lift Do not use accessory devices not authorized by T...

Page 16: ...oor securement systems are not addressed in this manual or on lift posted operating instructions decals due to the variety of proce dures required for operating them Braun Corporation NL 2 Series lift...

Page 17: ...d attendant s pendant control is equipped with two rocker switches UP DOWN and FOLD UNFOLD The momentary switches activate the automatic lift functions Simply press the switch labeled for the intended...

Page 18: ...hes NL 2 Series lifts are equipped with Lift Tite Latches Lift Tite Latches pre Engaged Lift Tite Latch Latch Engagement Pin Roller for identification of specific lift components if not clearly depict...

Page 19: ...itch is pressed press the FOLD switch mo mentarily to disengage the Lift Tite latches platform drift has occurred Then press the UNFOLD switch to unfold the Disengaged Lift Tite Latch Latch Engagement...

Page 20: ...UNFOLD switch is pressed and the platform unfolds from stow position to floor level this mechanical roll stop is auto matically unfolded to the bridging horizontal position to provide a bridge plate b...

Page 21: ...is cylinder pow ered barrier provides a ramp for wheelchair loading and unloading at ground level see photos on fol lowing page When the platform WARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift c...

Page 22: ...e properly Outer Barrier Latch A spring Latch Foot loaded latch engages the outer barrier when the barrier rotates upward from ramp position to the vertical position UP switch is pressed to raise the...

Page 23: ...he latch foot contacts the ground latch raises above the barrier Outer Barrier and Latch Op eration The lift attendant must press the DOWN switch to lower the platform fully to the ground The attendan...

Page 24: ...ble when on platform Yellow Boundaries The pas senger must be positioned in the center of the platform to prevent side to side load imbalance The lift attendant operator should not ride on the platfor...

Page 25: ...ocked when a passenger is on the lift platform The lift passenger must keep hands arms and all other body parts within the lift occupant area and clear of all moving parts Vehicle Floor Level Loading...

Page 26: ...lectric wheelchairs off when on the platform Lift Passengers continued WARNING Discontinue lift use immediately if any lift component does not operate prop erly Failure to do so may result in serious...

Page 27: ...ensure the proper use and operation of the wheel chair lift is understood chair equipped seat belt torso restraint before loading onto a wheelchair lift Different types of disabilities require differ...

Page 28: ...cy s daily lift service program Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential lift opera tion downtime and increase the service...

Page 29: ...UP Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Before lift operation park the vehicle on a level surface away from vehicular traffic Place the vehicle tran...

Page 30: ...ease switch Note In event platform does not unfold press FOLD switch to re lease Lift Tite latches To Unload Passenger 1 Read Note below Load passenger onto platform and lock wheelchair brakes Note Pa...

Page 31: ...uter bar rier unfolds fully ramp position See Photo C Release switch 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform Note Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until the ent...

Page 32: ...Load passen ger onto platform and lock wheel chair brakes See Photo G Note Outer barrier must be fully unfolded ramp position until the entire wheelchair or standee has crossed the outer barrier See P...

Page 33: ...ertical see Photo H and raise the platform to floor level See Photo J Release switch 3 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload passenger from platform To Fold Platform Press FOLD In switch until platform...

Page 34: ...form lighting when lift is deployed and pendant illumination when lift is powered A visual and audible warning will activate if the threshold area is occupied when the platform is at least one inch be...

Page 35: ...matically function during manual operation Refer to the Lift Operating In structions for all normal lift opera tion procedures Follow all Lift Operation Safety Precautions Release Valve maximum 30 inc...

Page 36: ...rier unfolds Using hand pump handle Photo B 1 Close hand pump valve place slotted end of pump handle onto backup pump release valve and turn clockwise See Photo C 2 Insert handle in pump and stroke un...

Page 37: ...hten b Insert handle into back up pump and stroke until platform reaches floor level see Photo E To Fold Platform In Insert handle into back up pump and stroke until platform stops folds fully See Pho...

Page 38: ...id Decals The lift is only as safe as the operator Replace any missing worn or illegible decals Part numbers are provided for decals In spect your lift for missing worn or illegible decals Call 1 800...

Page 39: ...Platform Fold Relief Valve See service manual for adjustment procedure 32094 30236R 1 Wide Yellow Boundary Tape order by the inch as needed WARNING Contact The Braun Corporation before adjusting hydr...

Page 40: ...r towels Do not use oily shop rags Wipe surface free of residue with dry portion of cleaning cloth Replace missing or worn antiskid Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property...

Page 41: ...tion and lubrication procedures specified in the previous sections should be re peated Clean components and the surrounding area before applying lubricants LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is reco...

Page 42: ...track the number of cycles during daily inspections of the lift Discontinue lift use immediately if maintenance and lubrication procedures are not properly per formed or if there is any sign of wear...

Page 43: ...Outer Barrier Latch Pivot LO Platform Pivot Pin Bearings 4 LO Outer Fold Arm Bearings 8 LO Saddle Bearing 2 DE Inner Fold Arm Cam Followers 4 LO Lift Tite Latch Roller 2 LO Saddle Support Bearings 8 L...

Page 44: ...tch for proper operation positive securement and detached or missing spring Adjust fold pressure and outer barrier fold pressure if applicable Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil S...

Page 45: ...tion Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrica...

Page 46: ...rts Resecure replace or adjust as needed See Microswitch Adjustment Instructions 1500 Cycles continued Inner fold arm cam followers 4 Parallel arm pivot pin bearings 16 Handrail pivot pin bearings 4 H...

Page 47: ...ration Inspect outer fold arm pins 2 axles 2 and bearings 8 for wear or damage and positive securement Remove pump module cover and inspect Hydraulic hoses fittings and connections for wear or leaks H...

Page 48: ...ace if needed Tighten or replace if needed Replace damaged parts and resecure as needed Apply Light Grease during reassembly procedures Inspect cotter pins on platform pivot pin 2 Hydraulic Fluid Pump...

Page 49: ...ing or illegible Re place antiskid if worn or missing See Decals and Antiskid section on pages 38 40 Inspect inner outer fold arms saddle saddle sup port and associated pivot pins and bearings for vis...

Page 50: ...d in conformity with the owner s manual The warranty period begins on the date that the product is delivered to the first retail purchaser by an independent authorized dealer of Braun or if the dealer...

Page 51: ...rage detailed above is the sole responsibility of the owner Braun s obligation to repair or replace defective materials or workmanship is the sole obligation of Braun under this limited warranty Braun...

Page 52: ...es not authorize anyone to create any other obligation for it regarding this product Braun is not responsible for any representation promise or warranty made by any independent dealer or other person...

Page 53: ...d service center for service 4 Pay any transportation costs and all expenses associated with obtaining warranty service Since Braun does not control the scheduling of service work at the independent d...

Page 54: ...neglect or abuse including failure to main tain the product in accordance with the owner s manual or other routine maintenance such as inspections lubricating adjustments tightening of screws sealing...

Page 55: ...s limited warranty or any implied warranty must be commenced within six 6 months after expiration of the warranty coverage period designated above or the action will be barred because of the passage o...

Page 56: ...your rights under this limited warranty as long as you can present proof of purchase but it can cause delays in obtaining the benefits of this limited warranty and it changes the start date of the war...

Page 57: ...o examine any defective workmanship or part prior to giving any authorization for warranty work Braun s return authorization procedure must be adhered to in order to process any warranty claims THIS W...

Page 58: ...Providing Access to the World Over 300 Braun Dealers Worldwide...

Page 59: ...ations descriptions and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any t...

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