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III. KLEARVUE PRIVATE USE LIFT MAINTENANCE
egular maintenance of the RICON K-Series KlearVue Private Use wheelchair lift will provide
optimum performance and reduce the need for repairs. This chapter contains cleaning in-
structions, a maintenance schedule, and decal information.
A. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Additional maintenance information is available in the K-Series Private Use service manual, part
number 32DSSK04. This manual is available from Ricon in printed hard copy, or at the Ricon
website in PDF format. The website is located at www.riconcorp.com. At the website, click on
“Technical Documents”, “I agree”, and then “Service Manuals”.
WARNING
THIS RICON PRODUCT IS HIGHLY SPECIALIZED. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS MUST
BE PERFORMED BY A RICON AUTHORIZED DEALER USING RICON REPLACEMENT
PARTS. MODIFYING OR FAILING TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WILL VOID
THE WARRANTY, AND MAY RESULT IN UNSAFE OPERATING CONDITIONS.
B. CLEANING
Regular cleaning with mild soap (i.e. liquid hand soap or car wash liquid) and drying thoroughly
will protect lift painted surfaces. Cleaning is especially important in areas where roads are salted
in winter. Verify that lift pivot points are clean and dry prior to lubrication.
C. MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Refer to cycle counter located on rear side of hydraulic power unit. Under normal operating
conditions, maintenance inspections are required at the frequencies listed in
Table 3-1
. 10 cy-
cles is considered an average number of cycles for one day.
TABLE 3-1: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICE POINT
ACTION TO PERFORM
10 CYCLES
Overall condition
Listen for abnormal noises as lift operates (i.e. grinding or binding noises.)
Control pendant
Verify that control pendant is undamaged and cable connector is tight.
Threshold
warning system
Verify that system properly detects objects in baseplate area and actuates the
audible alarm.
Bridgeplate load
sensor
Verify that sensor inhibits downward movement of platform when a weight is
present on lowered bridgeplate.
150 CYCLES
Overall condition
Inspect underside of vehicle for anything that is out of place.
Electrical wiring
Inspect electrical wiring for frayed wires, loose connectors, etc.
Vehicle interlock
Place vehicle in non-interlock mode and verify that lift does not operate.
Decals
Verify that lift decals are properly affixed, clearly visible, and legible. Replace, if
necessary.
Armrests
Verify that armrest fasteners are properly tightened.
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