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OPERATING MANUAL
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ASCENSION VIRTUOSO
PORTABLE WHEELCHAIR LIFT
5460P MODEL SERIE
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By Scott Appleby at 10:43 am, Apr 13, 2018

ASCENSION VIRTUOSO
PORTABLE WHEELCHAIR LIFT
5460P MODEL SERIES
OPERATING MANUAL

Copyright © 2018 Ascension, A Division of AGM, Tucson, Arizona
This document, or parts thereof, may not be reproduced in any form, by any method, for
any purpose, without written permission of Ascension.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 1
About This Manual ....................................................................................................... 1
Additional Information .................................................................................................. 2
Getting Help ................................................................................................................. 2
Contacting Ascension .................................................................................................. 3
SECTION 1 ..................................................................................................................... 4
Product Information ..................................................................................................... 4
Terminology ................................................................................................................. 5
Important Safety Information ....................................................................................... 6
Description of Operation .............................................................................................. 7
SECTION 2 ..................................................................................................................... 9
Setup Instructions ........................................................................................................ 9
Removing the Casters ............................................................................................... 11
SECTION 3 ................................................................................................................... 13
Operation ................................................................................................................... 13
SECTION 4 ................................................................................................................... 14
Installing the Casters for Portability ........................................................................... 14
Hand Pump Operation ............................................................................................... 16
Manual Transportation ............................................................................................... 17
Forklift Transportation ................................................................................................ 17
Storage ...................................................................................................................... 17
Outdoor Use .............................................................................................................. 18
Extension Cord Use ................................................................................................... 18
SECTION 5 ................................................................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 19

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INTRODUCTION
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 established the legal requirement for
public facilities to provide access and reasonable accommodations for people with
disabilities. In response to this requirement, the Ascension VIRTUOSO portable
wheelchair lift provides the means for individuals who cannot negotiate stairs to gain
access to a moderate vertical floor elevation change, such as a stage, riser, or platform.
This portable wheelchair lift has been designed with both the passenger and the facility
in mind. It provides the passenger with safe access to a stage, and gives the facility
maximum flexibility and ease of use. Because it is transportable, the lift can be quickly
set up for use when needed or put into storage when not needed. The lift can be used
at almost any stage or platform up to 60 inches [1525 mm] high.
About This Manual
This manual provides facility personnel with all the necessary information to safely and
correctly set up, break down, and transport the lift. In the interest of safety, it is
essential that all personnel performing these tasks read and understand this manual.
Section 1 presents operational and physical information, and describes the basic
components and operation of the lift. Section 1 also covers important safety
information.
Section 2 describes the correct set up of the lift for operation.
Section 3 provides the necessary information for safe operation of the lift.

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Section 4 describes the break down procedures for the lift and gives recommendations
for transportation.
Section 5 provides basic troubleshooting information in the event that the lift does not
operate correctly.
Additional Information
The following sources of information supplement this manual:
Maintenance and Repair Manual A comprehensive maintenance and repair manual is
supplied with each lift. It contains component replacement instructions, as well as
detailed procedures to disassemble, test and reassemble major components.
Setup and Operation DVD A short setup and operation DVD is supplied with each lift.
Getting Help
If you have a question or problem with the lift, review the troubleshooting guide in
Section 5 of this manual, as well as the comprehensive troubleshooting guide in the
Maintenance & Repair Manual. If you are unable to resolve the problem, please contact
Ascension as indicated on the following page, making sure that you have the serial
number of your lift ready. The serial number can be found on the data plate located
inside the lift car on the upper left rail. Also, it is recommended that you contact
Ascension while in the immediate vicinity of your lift, as this will reduce the time required
to properly diagnose the problem.

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Contacting Ascension
Ascension's business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, Monday
through Friday.
Telephone: [phone] Mailing Address: Ascension
Fax: [phone] Customer Service
Email: [e-mail] PO Box 40020
Website: ascension-lift.com Tucson, AZ 85717-0020

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SECTION 1
Product Information
Operational
• VERTICAL TRAVEL DISTANCE: 12" to 60" [305 to 1525 mm], infinitely adjustable
• OCCUPANCY: 1 person
• MAXIMUM PASSENGER LOAD: 750 pounds [340 kg]
• AVERAGE SPEED: 7' per minute [35 mm/s]
Physical
• DIMENSIONS: 48" wide x 44" high x 64" long [1220 x 1120 x 1625 mm]
• WEIGHT: 1025 pounds [465 kg]
• MATERIALS: Lift car, base frame, lifting device: Mild steel
Windows: High impact strength clear thermoplastic
• FINISH: Lift car and base: Oven baked powder coat
• ELECTRICAL: 120† VAC, 60 Hz, Single Phase, 13 Amps
† Electrical ratings may differ on lifts outside the USA. Check lift data plate for electrical ratings.

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Terminology
To get the maximum benefit from this manual, you should be familiar with the following
terms. Refer to Figure 1 as necessary.
Dock Plate The plate that bridges the gap between the lift car floor and the upper
landing surface when the lift car is at the upper landing.
Lift Car The compartment in which the passenger rides.
Lower Landing Gate The gate that serves the lower landing, or ground level.
Machinery Cabinet The enclosures in which the lifting and control mechanisms are
located. There is one cabinet on each side of the lift. The contents of the machinery
cabinets are accessible through the access panels.
Operating Stations The controls for raising and lowering the lift car. All three
operating stations are located on the left side of the lift car. The operating station inside
the lift car has an emergency stop switch.
Override Keyswitch The switch used to operate the lift while installing and removing
the casters.
Upper Landing The stage, platform, or riser that the lift serves.
Upper Landing Gate The gate that serves the upper landing, or stage.
Figure 1

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Important Safety Information
When using the lift, the following basic safety precautions and practices must be
observed:
1. Read and understand all of the information contained in this manual.
2. Do not expose any part of the lift to a direct liquid stream or spray, such as a water
hose. This could create an electrical shock or fire hazard.
3. Do not operate the lift if its safety skirt is frozen or iced over. This could damage the
safety skirt.
4. Do not operate the lift in the presence of combustible or explosive gas or fumes.
The electrical components of the lift could cause ignition of these chemicals.
5. Do not operate the lift if the electrical cord has become frayed or if its outer
insulation has been removed, as this could create an electrical shock or fire hazard.
6. Do not allow any equipment, including the lift itself, to lie across or on the electrical
cord, as this could cause the cord to become damaged, resulting in electrical shock
or fire hazard.
7. Set up the lift for operation only in accordance with the instructions in Section 2 of
this manual. If the lift cannot be set up as described, contact the manufacturer to
determine the correct set up for a particular application.
8. The height limit knob must be reset every time the lift is relocated. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury to the user.
9. Operate the lift only as described in Section 3 of this manual.
10. Use extreme caution when moving the lift on an incline, as the lift weighs
approximately 1025 pounds [465 kg].
11. Transport the lift as described in Section 4 of this manual.
12. Use the lift for movement of people only.
13. Use an extension cord only as described in Section 4 of this manual.
14. Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving the lift
unattended.
15. Never leave the lift unattended while setting the lift up for operation or installing the
casters for transport.

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Description of Operation
Two hydraulic cylinders raise and lower the lift car. When the "up" circuit is energized,
an electric motor operates a hydraulic pump which provides pressurized hydraulic fluid
to the cylinders, causing the cylinder rods to extend and raise the lift car. When the
"down" circuit is energized, a hydraulic valve is shifted so that the fluid flows in the
opposite direction through the hydraulic circuit and the lift car is lowered.
A gate at each end of the lift permits passengers to enter and leave the car. The lower
landing gate will open only when the car is lowered all the way. The upper landing gate
can be fully opened only when the lift car is at the upper landing. Both gates are self-
closing.
The height limit switch is located in the left-hand machinery cabinet. This switch halts
the movement of the lift car when it reaches the upper landing, and must be reset every
time the lift is relocated.
The motion of the lift car is controlled by any of the three operating switches located on
the left side of the car. These are constant-pressure type switches, so that when a
switch is released the lift car stops. It takes approximately 45 seconds for the car to
move through its full range of 60 inches [1525 mm]. These switches are interlocked so
that while one switch is activated, pressing another switch in the opposite direction will
not cause the lift to stop--the original action will continue.
The dock plate is tethered to the bottom of the upper landing gate by a cable that lowers
the dock plate as the gate opens. When the upper landing gate is closed, the dock
plate is raised by its tether.
The unit is equipped with a hand pump that can be used to raise or lower the lift car in
an emergency, or when the casters are being put under the lift car and power is not
available. The hand pump is located in the right-hand machinery cabinet.

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The casters are stored in the lift base. They can quickly and easily be installed
underneath the lift so that the lift can be moved to another location. The hydraulic
system is used to raise and lower the lift car and base frame when installing or
removing the casters.
The electrical control panel is located inside the left-hand machinery cabinet. This
panel includes the power supply, control system relay, and main power relay. A Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) and lockable disconnect switch with integrated overload
protection are located on the electrical cord near the wall plug.

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SECTION 2
Setup Instructions
1. Prior to operation, position the upper landing end of the lift 2 to 4 inches [50 to 100
mm] from and approximately parallel to the edge of the upper landing (stage).
2. Unlatch both gates. To unlatch the lower landing gate, slide the latch to the left.
To unlatch the upper landing gate, rotate the small handle 180º. Both gates should
remain unlatched while the lift is set up for operation; the gate latches are provided
for transport only.
3. Follow the directions in the following section titled "Removing the Casters". The
casters must be removed for the lift to operate correctly.
4. Open the inner access panel on the left-hand machinery cabinet. Move the height
adjustment knob to the maximum height position (60 inches [1.5 m]) and then
retighten the knob. See Figure 2.
Figure 2
5. Hold the operating switch located inside the lift car "Up" to move the lift car to the
upper landing (i.e. stage height).
WARNING!
Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures.
WARNING!
Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving
the lift unattended.

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6. Open the upper landing gate completely. Verify that the dock plate rests securely
on the upper landing, and provides a smooth, level, and safe transition to and from
the lift car. See Figure 3.
Figure 3
7. If the lift car is not at the correct height, repeat Steps 5 & 6 until it is correct.
8. With the lift car at the correct height, loosen the height adjustment knob and move
it along the adjustment scale until a detent (or "click") is felt and then retighten it.
9. Lower the lift car several inches and then raise it again until it stops automatically.
Repeat Step 6 to verify that the height is correct. Re-position the height
adjustment knob if necessary.
10. The lift is ready for use.
WARNING!
Every time the lift is relocated, the height adjustment knob MUST be reset
and firmly tightened so that the lift car stops at the upper landing and the
dock plate unfolds to a secure and approximately level position resting on
the sill. Failure to reset or tighten knob could result in serious injury to
the user.

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Removing the Casters
1. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet and turn on the lift. The
ON/OFF switch is located on the electrical panel in the left-hand machinery cabinet.
The lift controls require 6-8 seconds for initialization after the lift is turned on.
Alternately, if power is not available, the hand pump located in the right-hand
machinery cabinet may be used to raise and lower the lift car. See the instructions
for hand pump operation in Section 4.
2. Prop the lower landing gate open approximately 45º using the hold-open washer on
the door closer. You may need to hold an operating switch "Down" while turning the
override key to disengage the gate interlock so that the gate can be opened. See
Figure 1 on page 5 for the location of the override keyswitch.
3. The height adjustment knob located inside the inner access panel of the left-hand
machinery cabinet should already be in the "TRANSPORT" position. If it is not,
move it to the "TRANSPORT" position. See Figure 2 on page 9.
4. Hold an operating switch "Up" while turning the override key to lower the lift base to
the ground and then raise the lift car until it stops automatically. The lift car will rise
approximately 10 inches [250 mm] off of the ground before it stops. If you are using
the hand pump, stop pumping when the lift car floor is 10 inches off the ground.
5. Lift the right-hand section of the lift car floor and remove the casters from the lift car
brackets. You will need to pull the lock pins in order to remove the casters from the
WARNING!
Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving
the lift unattended.
WARNING!
Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures.
CAUTION!
Ensure that the floor beneath the lift base is clear of any obstructions,
including the lift's power cord, prior to performing the following step.

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brackets. Reinstall the lock pins in the brackets after removing the casters. See
Figure 4.
Figure 4
6. Place the casters in the caster storage brackets located in the base, under the
hydraulic cylinder, and then return the lift car floor to its original position.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for the left-hand lift car floor section.
8. Hold an operating switch "Down" while turning the override key to lower the lift car to
ground level.
9. Re-position the hold-open washer on the lower landing gate closer and close the
gate.

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SECTION 3
Operation
• The lift must be turned on before the lift will operate. The ON/OFF switch is located
inside the left-hand machinery cabinet. After turning the lift on, wait 6-8 seconds for
the lift controls to initialize before operating the lift. The lift may be left on at all times
if desired or if required by law.
• Both gates must be closed for the lift to operate.
• Move the lift car by using any one of the three operating switches. The operating
switches must be held with constant pressure until the lift car stops at the upper or
lower landing.
• Push the emergency stop button to activate it. Turn it clockwise to reset it.
• If the lift car is at the lower landing and the lower landing gate interlock prevents the
gate from being opened, push an operating switch "Down" to disengage the
interlock.

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SECTION 4
Installing the Casters for Portability
1. Prop the lower landing gate open approximately 45º using the hold-open washer
on the door closer.
2. Open the inner access panel on the left-hand machinery cabinet. Move the height
adjustment knob to the "TRANSPORT" position and tighten it. See Figure 2 on
page 9.
3. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet and turn on the lift. The
ON/OFF switch is located on the electrical panel in the left-hand machinery
cabinet. After turning the lift on, wait 6-8 seconds for the lift controls to initialize
before operating the lift. Alternately, if power is not available, the hand pump
located in the right-hand machinery cabinet may be used to raise and lower the lift
car. See the instructions below for hand pump operation.
4. Hold an operating switch "Up" while turning the override key to raise the lift car
until it stops automatically. See Figure 1 on page 5 for the location of the override
keyswitch. The lift car will raise approximately 10 inches [250 mm] before it stops.
If you are using the hand pump, stop pumping when the lift car floor is 10 inches
[250 mm] off the ground.
5. Lift the right-hand section of the lift car floor and remove the two casters from their
storage brackets underneath the hydraulic cylinders. Refer to Figure 4 on page
12.
6. Slide the casters into the labeled lift car brackets (the swivel caster in the bracket
closest to you and the rigid caster in the further bracket). Install the lock pins to
secure the casters in place. Refer to Figure 4 on page 12.
WARNING!
Always close and lock all access panels and remove all keys before leaving
the lift unattended.
WARNING!
Never leave the lift unattended while performing the following procedures.