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MAINTENANCE
JUNE 2021
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TITANIUM S-SERIES AND K-SERIES
PUBLIC USE SERVICE MANUAL
III.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
egular maintenance of the RICON Titanium S-Series and K-Series Public Use wheelchair lift will help optimize
its performance and reduce the need for repairs. This chapter contains cleaning and lubrication instructions,
maintenance schedule, troubleshooting section, and maintenance diagrams.
CAUTION
This Ricon product is highly specialized. Maintenance and repairs must be performed by a
Ricon dealer or qualified service technician using Ricon replacement parts. Modifying or failing
to properly maintain this product will void warranty and may result in unsafe operating conditions.
A.
LUBRICATION
CAUTION
Do not lubricate motor or other electrical components. Lubrication
of electrical components may create unintentional short circuits.
Lubrication should be performed at least every six months, or sooner depending on usage. Refer to
Figure 3-1
and the
following Maintenance Schedule. Lubricate lift at points specified.
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D E TA IL "A "
1
"A "
"B"
2
1
1
D E TA IL "B"
1
1
2
2
TORSION SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)
PIVOT
KNUCKLE LINKS
(BOTH SIDES)
TORSION SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)
LUBRICATE WITH A PENETRATING OIL
LUBRICATE WITH DRY LUBRICANT (GRAPHITE)
NOTE:
HANDRAILS AND PLATFORM
MAY DIFFER FROM ILLUSTRATION.
FIGURE 3-1: LIFT LUBRICATION POINTS
B.
CLEANING
Regular cleaning with mild soap (i.e. dish soap, car wash liquid) and drying thoroughly will protect lift painted surfaces.
Cleaning is especially important in areas where roads are salted in winter. Make sure that lift pivot points remain clear
and clean prior to lubrication.
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