AXS
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FL Step Manual
AXS
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STEP Manual vers 3.0
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8.4
Testing the Step:
You should test the step after installation. Follow these instructions:
1.
MOUNTING
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Check that all the mounting bolts are in place and tightened.
2.
MOUNTING
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Bring the step out and have 2 people (Max 200kgs) step on it. Check whether
the mounting of the step is strong enough for this weight. The construction of the step means
that with a weight of 200 Kg the step will give slightly - this is normal !!
3.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
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Move the step in and out electrically.
Check for unusual noises or uneven movement whilst the step is moving.
Check that the step stops automatically at the end of the stroke.
Check that the red LED on the dashboard turns red when the step is out.
Check that the buzzer works while the step is moving in or out. (If not disconnected)
4.
SAFETY FUNCTION
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Move the step out and try to stop it with your hand. The step should
stop, move back, and come out again. It will try this 3 times, then it will stop. It should go back
in after closing the door.
5.
INTERLOCK VEHICLE
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Release the vehicle handbrake, then try to operate the step. It should
not be possible to operate it. (unless the handbrake interlock is not installed)
If this small test procedure is followed with success the step is ready to be used. If one of the tests fails
the problem should be resolved before putting the step in to use.
9
Periodic maintenance / Inspection
9.1
Cleaning
To prevent severe damage to the step, the step must be cleaned thoroughly in the normal cleaning
schedule of the vehicle, depending on the use of the vehicle and the filthiness of the operation.
Therefore, especially in wintery situations when salt is being sprinkled on the road, it should be cleaned
more regularly. Normal non-aggressive cleaning materials, as used for cleaning the other parts of the
vehicle, should be used.
It is not recommended to
use high-pressure water cleaners.
Do not use aggressive solvents; these could affect the paint, rubber and glue used on the step.
9.2
Periodic maintenance / Inspection
9.2.1
Small maintenance
The product is very low maintenance. This means that it is not necessary to grease any of the moving
parts on a monthly basis,
apart from the yearly maintenance.
9.2.2
Regular inspection
Following the vehicle inspection schedule, check following points:
1.
MOUNTING
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Check that all the mounting bolts are in place and tightened.
2.
MOUNTING
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Bring the step out and have 2 people (Max 200kgs) step on it. Check whether the
mounting of the step is strong enough for this weight. The construction of the step means that with
a weight of 200 Kg the step will give slightly - this is normal !!
3.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
–
Move the step in and out electrically.
Check for unusual noises or uneven movement whilst the step is moving.
Check that the step stops automatically at the end of the stroke.
Check that the red LED on the dashboard turns red when the step is out.
Check that the buzzer works while the step is moving in or out. (If not disconnected)
4.
SAFETY FUNCTION
–
Move the step out and try to stop it with your hand. The step should stop,
move back,
and come out again. It will try this 3 times, then it will stop. It should go back in
after closing the door.
5.
INTERLOCK VEHICLE
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Release the vehicle handbrake, then try to operate the step. It should not
be possible to operate it. (unless the handbrake interlock is not installed)
9.2.3
Yearly maintenance / normal maintenance
A thorough maintenance check should be done once every year or at least every 10.000 cycles.
If the number of cycles per year is less than 10.000 the maintenance interval can be extended to 1.5
years.
normal maintenance
Bring the step in the out position. Remove the bottom plate screws. Remove the bottom plate by lifting
it with a flat head screwdriver.
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Check all moving parts like, arm gears, push rods and wheels for excessive play. If there is
excessive play on moving parts it is recommended to replace these parts.
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Check the adjustment of the in and out switch.
