PREVOST X3-45 VIP 2017, Owner'S Manual

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Other Features 5-38
WHEELCHAIR LIFT SYSTEM
(OPTION)
Read and understand the RICON Service/Owner
Manual before attempting to use the wheelchair
lift. The instructions below are a quick reference
and serve to complement the information
provided by RICON.
WARNING
To operate the optional wheelchair lift, the
coach must be parked on a flat and level
surface, with the parking brake applied.
Activate the lift mechanism circuit by pressing
down on the wheelchair rocker switch on the
dashboard.
WHEELCHAIR LIFT SYSTEM DOORS
OPERATION
WHEELCHAIR LIFT SYSTEM DOORS
Open the wheelchair area door (B) and swing
fully open until locked in position. . If the parking
brake is not activated, a switch in the door will
activate the parking brake when it detects the
door is open. A light inside the vehicle
illuminates the doorway when the wheelchair
area door is open.
To close the wheelchair area door, pull on the
handle (B) to release the locking mechanism
and slide back the door in closed position.
To access the control pendant and operate the
platform, open the lift access door (A).
LIFT ACCESS DOOR
A pictogram appears on the DID when the lift
mechanism access door or the wheelchair area
door is open. Refer to Controls and Instruments
section.
When either the lift mechanism access door or
the wheelchair area door is open, the parking
brake cannot be released and the transmission
gear selector will not register any gear selection.
NOTE
The activation switch must be in the ON
position for this interlock feature to be in
effect.
If the vehicle is in motion and the access door
opens, a pictogram appears in the DID and an
audible alert will sound.
OPERATING THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT
WARNING
Inspect the lift before each use as described
in the RICON Owner’s manual. If any unsafe
condition exists, or if unusual noises or
movements are noticed, DO NOT use and
contact an authorized RICON dealer for
repair.
WARNING
Read and comply with all warning labels and
symbols affixed to the wheelchair lift.
WARNING
Do not operate with a load in excess of 800
lbs (362 Kg).