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Mobilift AX and AXR

Operation and Maintenance Manual

adaptive

ENGINEERING LTD.

419 – 34

Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 1V1

(403) 243-9400 1-800-448-4652

Fax: (403) 243-9455 [email protected]

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Page 1: ...Mobilift AX and AXR Operation and Maintenance Manual adaptive ENGINEERING LTD 419 34th Ave S E Calgary Alberta Canada T2G 1V1 403 243 9400 1 800 448 4652 Fax 403 243 9455 info adaptive gse com ...

Page 2: ... LIFT WITH THE BEECH 1900 AND FAIRCHILD METROLINER 13 7 GENERAL OPERATING NOTES 16 8 MAINTENANCE 17 GENERAL 17 TIRES 17 ADJUSTMENTS 18 SPRINGS 19 9 MOBILIFT AX AXR COMPONENTS 20 TOP VIEW 1 20 TOP VIEW 2 21 REAR VIEW 22 DRIVE SYSTEM 23 SIDE VIEW 24 PARTS LIST 24 10 SUGGESTED MINIMUM INSPECTION REPORT 26 MAXIMUM CAPACITY 600 POUNDS READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR ADJUSTING THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT R...

Page 3: ...to be free from manufacturing or material defects for two years from the date the product was put into service Damages caused by vandalism or abuse are not covered by this warranty For assistance parts or repair information please call 1 800 448 4652 or 1 403 243 9400 ...

Page 4: ... to guard the propeller The configuration of both planes requires particular care Please refer to the end of the Operating section for detailed instructions Bridge Ramp Ground Ramp 1 Do not attempt to extend or retract the ramps from on the lift deck or from inside the aircraft this must be done by the lift operator on the ground 2 The bridge ramp must be supported by at least a 3 overlap with the...

Page 5: ...ould a jet blast strike the lift The lift is designed not to overturn in a 90 mile per hour wind Deck Interlock The lift deck cannot be raised unless the outriggers are extended and the ground ramp gate is latched Bridge Ramp Gate The bridge ramp gate opens automatically when the bridge ramp is lowered onto the aircraft doorsill Parking Brake Automatically prevents the lift from rolling when unatt...

Page 6: ...ime under 1 minute Typical lifting time under 45 seconds to maximum height Minimum safety factors cables 12 0 other load carrying components 4 0 Features easy set up and operation by one attendant automatic self leveling on uneven ground auto fail safe crank with 2 load activated drum brakes automatic parking brake to prevent rolling interlocked outrigger crank system designed to withstand 90 mph ...

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Page 8: ...parking brake The purpose of this parking brake is to prevent the lift rolling when it is not in use If there is any indication that the brake is not operating properly it must be repaired immediately b To move the lift apply a slight downward force on the push handles and push or pull as necessary If the lift is being pushed on rough ground it can be quite noisy from cable rattle This is normal I...

Page 9: ...utriggers by releasing the safety locking handles and pulling the outrigger handles outward to the fully extended position As a safety feature the lift deck cannot be raised unless the outriggers are extended The two outriggers on each side of the lift are interconnected to make them move at the same time Watch that the outriggers do not contact the propeller landing gear or other obstacles while ...

Page 10: ...ation to minimize this hazard To Load A Passenger In A Wheelchair Onto The Aircraft I Transferring a Passenger to a Boarding Chair Consult the boarding chair manufacturer s instructions for the proper procedures for transferring passengers to and from the boarding chair II Lowering the Ground Ramp and Opening the Deck Gate Release the ground ramp 12 by unlatching the blue handgrip from its keyhole...

Page 11: ...ositioned properly on the deck with the wheelchair brakes locked the deck gate 44 is then closed and relatched The passenger should keep their arms on their laps in front of them to avoid interference with the bracing members of the ramps The ground ramp remains in the lowered position until the entire loading or unloading process is complete People with crutches or canes can also use the lift The...

Page 12: ...the ramp that it is properly aligned with the doorway and no part of the ramp contacts the aircraft The bridge ramp has sideways float allowing precise sideways positioning of the bridge ramp while extending Several inches of sideways float allows the attendant to center the ramp within the doorway by pushing or pulling on the side of the ramp Ensure that the end of the bridge ramp is extended so ...

Page 13: ...retracted the deck can be lowered by swinging the deck crank handle out and turn it counter clockwise until the deck is in the full down position IX Raising and Latching the Ground Ramp When the deck is fully lowered the ground ramp is raised and latched into place by inserting the latch handle into the slot on the ramp X Raising Lift onto Wheels See Chapter 6 To Move the Lift section Item I XI Re...

Page 14: ...is 10 to 12 inches away from the spinner tip 2 Spinner must not project inside of a line drawn from lift post A to lift post B If it does it could be damaged by the handrail as the lift is raised See drawing below 3 The bridge ramp will extend to cover the distance to the sill When deploying the bridge ramp bring it in above the support arms for the door cables until it sufficiently overlaps the s...

Page 15: ...t exactly between the two propeller blades when the lift is in position 5 The spinner must not project inside a line drawn from lift post A to lift post B If it projects in it will be hit by the deck handrail when the lift is being raised which could seriously damage the spinner 6 The lift is now ready for use with a wheelchair and can be operated as described in the manual 7 Note that the guard p...

Page 16: ... 15 Fairchild Metroliner Path of travel follows lift post A Mobilift positioned for use 8 GENERAL OPERATING NOTES ...

Page 17: ...m This is why the hand crank must always be folded when the lift is not actually being cranked d All of the controls on the lift were designed for simplicity reliability and ease of use by an operator wearing heavy mitts in cold weather Critical components of the lift have been tested to 60 degrees Fahrenheit e Persons in wheelchairs must feel safe when being lifted Adaptive Engineering wheelchair...

Page 18: ... operational concern The inside of the bridge ramp drive capstan 51 may also be lubricated if necessary There are no other lubrication points on the lift Wheel bearings are sealed and do not require lubricant The brakes may also squeal occasionally as the lift is being cranked in the same way that automobile brakes squeal This is normal and UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should these brakes be cleaned wit...

Page 19: ... new parts are to be installed the parts will be supplied by the manufacturer with detailed instructions on installation and adjustment If the lift has been vandalized or damaged such that welding or machining is required it must be carried out by qualified trades people who should also refer to the manufacturer s literature and discuss the repairs with the manufacturer I Lifting Return Cables As ...

Page 20: ...d to provide enough tension to stay on their sheaves but be loose enough that they do not bind Be sure to retighten all cable anchor locking nuts and run the outriggers through at least one full cycle after adjustment to check function Springs Two springs are used to counterbalance the load of the deck platform These components are designed to provide trouble free operation and long life Should a ...

Page 21: ... 20 9 MOBILIFT AX AXR COMPONENTS Top View 1 Deck not shown ...

Page 22: ... 21 Top View 2 ...

Page 23: ... 22 Rear View ...

Page 24: ... 23 Drive System ...

Page 25: ... 24 Side View ...

Page 26: ...High Alignment Bumper AXR only 47 Bumper Pad 48 Bridge Ramp Drive Shaft 49 Bridge Ramp Drive Shaft Support 50 Bridge Ramp Drive Capstan 51 Chair Deck 52 Bridge Ramp Gate 53 Outrigger Cable 54 Tow Bar to Brakes Cable 55 Main Wheel to Wheel Connector Cable 56 Wheel Counterbalance Cable 57 Deck Counterbalance Cable 58 Thruster to Rear Wheel Cable 59 Counterbalance Springs 60 Paralleling Cable 61 Thru...

Page 27: ...an AXR the deflections should be 1 1 2 to 2 1 4 4 to 6 cm for the left cables and 3 4 to 1 1 2 2 to 4 cm for the right cables 10 Check that the paralleling cable pulleys can not scrape on the sides of the posts 11 With the deck at ground height check that the counter balance cable is under tension and shows no signs of fraying or damage Repeat this test with the deck at full height 12 Check that t...

Page 28: ...nd ramp latch should pivot so as interfere with the deck crank when the ground ramp gate is open this prevents the lift being raised with the ground ramp gate open 32 Inspect the aircraft protection bumper s for excessive stiffness or damage One is located on the tow bar to protect airstairs the other is optional to protect the fuselage 33 Check the non slip walking surfaces on the ramps and deck ...

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