AMF-BRUNS BSL 350 User manual

Operating Instructions
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SWIVEL LIFT BSL 350

Foreword
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Foreword
Dear reader,
these Operating Instructions serve to provide all information required
for the safe use of the Swivel Lift.
The Swivel Lift is designed and constructed in accordance with state-
of-the-art technology and recognised safety standards. Persons and
material assets can however still be at risk, as not all danger areas
can be eliminated if the functional capability is to be maintained. Ac-
cidents caused by these risks can however be prevented by strictly
observing these Operating Instructions. Over and above this, the op-
erational efficiency of your Swivel Lift can be used to the full and un-
necessary faults can be prevented.
These Operating Instructions only apply to the Swivel Lift BSL 350, as
specified on the cover page and in the footnotes.
After reading these Operating Instructions for the first time, keep them
in a safe place for future reference over the entire lifetime of the Swivel
Lift. Chapter 11 of these Operating Instructions contains an Inspection
Log that is required by the technical expert for his / her annual inspec-
tion of the Swivel Lift.
If you sell the Swivel Lift, hand these Operating Instructions over to
the new owner.
All details, figures and dimensions given in these Operating Instruc-
tions are non-binding. They cannot be used as the basis for any
claims whatsoever.
This document must not be reproduced or duplicated, in full or in part,
without the prior, written permission of the manufacturer.
The Swivel Lift must be converted or modified in any way, without
seeking the prior, written permission of the manufacturer. The manu-
facturer will accept no liability whatsoever if conversions or modifica-
tions are carried out without authorisation.
Use only original spare parts or spare parts which have been ap-
proved of by the manufacturer. If spare parts other than these are
used, this can have a negative effect on the specified characteristics,
the functionality and safety of the Swivel Lift. The manufacturer will not
accept liability for consequential damage if other spare parts are
used.
Contact our customer services department to order spare parts or
accessories (see Chapter 15, page 70).

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Explanation of symbols and signs
To improve understanding, the following conventions should be met
for these Operating Instructions:
1.
The following conventions are used to highlight important information:
DANGER!
y warns of a situation of immediate danger, which will lead to severe
or fatal injuries if not avoided.
W
ARNING!
y warns of a potentially dangerous situation, which will lead to severe
or fatal injuries if not avoided.
CAUTION!
y warns of a potentially dangerous situation, which will lead to slight
or minor injuries or material damage if not avoided.
A
TTENTION!
...warns of a potentially dangerous situation, which can cause mate-
rial damage, if not avoided.
...contains general notes and useful information.
...gives a reference to important information in other sections and
documents.
2.
Some text passages serve a special purpose. These are identified as
follows:
y Lists.
 Instructional text, e.g. a sequence of activities.

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3.
Meaning of directions:
If directions are given in the text (in front of, front, behind, rear, right,
left), these directions relate to the normal direction of travel of the
vehicle.

Contents
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Contents
1 Safety ..............................................................................8
1.1 Proper Use........................................................................... 8
1.2 Improper Use....................................................................... 9
1.3 Personnel Requirements...................................................... 9
1.4 Product Monitoring .............................................................10
1.5 Danger Zone.......................................................................10
1.6 Safety Devices .................................................................... 11
1.6.1 Side guard rail........................................................... 11
1.6.2 Roll-off guards.......................................................... 11
1.6.3 Blinkers..................................................................... 11
1.7 Safety and Accident Prevention Regulations....................... 11
2 Description .................................................................... 13
2.1 Layout and Function ...........................................................13
2.1.1 Swivelling unit ...........................................................14
2.1.2 Lifting unit .................................................................15
2.1.3 Platform....................................................................16
2.2 Operating Controls.............................................................. 17
2.3 Technical Data ....................................................................19
2.4 Rating Plate........................................................................ 20
3 Transportation............................................................... 21
4 Installation, Commissioning .......................................... 21
5 Operation...................................................................... 22
5.1 Safety Regulations for Operation ....................................... 22
5.2 Switching OFF in an Emergency ........................................ 24
5.3 Parking the Vehicle ............................................................ 24
5.4 Swivelling Out to the 90° Position....................................... 24
5.5 Folding the Platform Down................................................. 26
5.6 Disembarking a Passenger / Unloading a Wheelchair........ 28
5.7 Swivelling Out to the 180° Position ..................................... 29
5.8 Lowering the Platform........................................................ 30
5.9 Raising the Platform........................................................... 32
5.10 Swivelling In to the 90° Position.......................................... 33
5.11 Embarking a Passenger / Loading a Wheelchair ............... 33
5.12 Moving the Swivel Lift to the Driving Position ..................... 34
6 Emergency Mode ......................................................... 36
6.1 Raising in the Emergency Mode ........................................ 36
6.2 Lowering in the Emergency Mode ..................................... 37
7 Maintenance and Repair .............................................. 39
7.1 Safety Regulations for Maintenance and Repair ................ 39

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7.2 Routine Maintenance Work ................................................40
7.2.1 Service life of components.......................................40
7.2.2 Maintenance schedule.............................................40
7.2.3 Maintenance records............................................... 41
7.3 Functional Test of the Safety Devices ................................ 41
7.3.1 Side guard rail.......................................................... 41
7.3.2 Roll-off guards ......................................................... 41
7.3.3 Blinkers .................................................................... 41
7.4 Inspection of the Hydraulic Hoses. ....................................42
7.5 Yearly Inspection................................................................42
7.6 Maintenance and Repair Record........................................43
8 De-Commissioning and Conservation ..........................44
9 Disposal.........................................................................44
10 Faults and Troubleshooting ..........................................45
11 Inspection Log...............................................................47
11.1 Inspection Log Master Data Sheet.....................................48
11.2 Inspection List ....................................................................49
11.3 Inspection Results..............................................................50
12 Spare Parts ...................................................................62
13 Electrical Circuit Diagram .............................................68
14 Hydraulic Circuit Diagram .............................................69
15 Customer Service ......................................................... 70
16 Declaration of Conformity..............................................71

Safety
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1 Safety
CAUTION!
Risk of injury if the Swivel Lift is not operated correctly.
Therefore:
y It is imperative, that these Operating Instructions are read thor-
oughly before operating the Swivel Lift. Always observe the notes
and information contained herein, in particular the Safety Instruc-
tions.
y If these Operating Instructions or parts thereof are lost or become
illegible, please request a new copy from the manufacturer.
Prerequisite to the safe handling and trouble-free operation of the
Swivel Lift is a thorough knowledge of the applicable safety infor-
mation and the safety regulations.
It is therefore imperative that this Chapter is read thoroughly before
operating the Swivel Lift and that the instructions and warnings herein
are strictly observed. Safety Instructions and warnings that are given
at the corresponding places in the text in the following Chapter must
also be strictly observed. The manufacturer will not be held responsi-
ble if safety information and warnings are not strictly adhered to.
In addition to the information given in these Operating Instructions,
local legislative regulations must be taken into consideration, in par-
ticular those regarding safety and accident prevention.
1.1 Proper Use
The operational reliability of the Swivel Lift is only guaranteed if it is put
to proper use. It must therefore only be used for the purpose for
which it is intended.
The Swivel Lift must only be used to lift and lower unoccupied wheel-
chairs or persons seated in wheelchairs. By using the Swivel Lift, per-
sons can be embarked into or disembarked from the vehicle to which
it is fitted. The Swivel Lift is operated by an accompanying person who
does not ride on the Swivel Lift’s platform.
Proper use also includes strictly adhering to the information given in
these Operating Instructions.

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W
ARNING!
If the Swivel Lift is used for any other purpose than that described
above, this may result in dangerous situations for persons or material
damage being caused.
Therefore:
y Only use the Swivel Lift for the purpose for which it was intended.
y Always adhere to information given in these Operating Instructions.
y Do not use the Swivel Lift for any other purposes, particularly those
given in Section 1.2. These are deemed to be improper use.
1.2 Improper Use
Any use other than that described in Section 1.1 is deemed to be im-
proper use.
These include in particular:
y Lifting or lowering goods.
y Lifting and lowering persons who are not seated in a wheelchair.
y Use as a transfer bridge.
y Allowing operation by incompetent persons.
y Making unauthorised modifications to the Swivel Lift.
y Operation when safety-relevant faults exist or if in a faulty condi-
tion.
y Operation without protective devices fitted.
1.3 Personnel Requirements
The Swivel Lift must only be handled by persons who
y are of legal age,
y have been instructed in how to operate the Swivel Lift,
y have read and understood these Operating Instructions,
y have proven their ability to operate the Swivel Lift to the vehicle's
owner,
y have been expressly assigned by the vehicle's owner to operate
the Swivel Lift,
y have the technical knowledge to operate the wheelchair's brakes
and switch the motors of electrically driven wheelchairs ON and
OFF and
y are in a position to adapt themselves to the particular behaviour
and needs of disabled persons.

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Transportation, installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, fault
finding and disposal of the Swivel Lift must only be carried out by per-
sons with the corresponding technical training and experience.
1.4 Product Monitoring
Please contact AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG immediately if faults or
problems are encountered when operating the Swivel Lift or if acci-
dents or "near-misses" occur.
AMF-Bruns will effect a solution to the problem with your help and the
knowledge gained will flow into future projects.
NOTE
Guarantee work on the Swivel Lift must only be carried out with the
prior agreement of AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG.
The costs of such work will not be accepted by AMF-Bruns without
prior agreement.
In case of a claim, AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG will require the serial
number, the year built as well as a description of the damage and if
possible, photographs of the damage.
1.5 Danger Zone
The danger zone is any area on, below or within the range of move-
ment of the platform, as well as around the drive and carrier system,
in which persons are exposed to the risk of injury or damage to health.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury through movements of the Swivel Lift.
There are a number of risks of personal injury if standing within the
danger zone.
Therefore:
y Only operate the Swivel Lift if there are no persons standing within
the danger zone.
y Keep the danger zone under observation and stop the Swivel Lift
if any persons enter the danger zone.

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1.6 Safety Devices
1.6.1 Side guard rail
The side guard rail provides support for the passenger and increases
the sense of security when the platform is being raised or lowered.
This prevents the wheelchair from rolling sideways off the platform.
1.6.2 Roll-off guards
The platform is equipped with two roll-off guards, one wide and one
narrow. When raised, these prevent the passenger in their wheelchair
from rolling off the platform. Safety switches on both roll-off guards
ensure that the platform can only be lowered or raised when both roll-
off guards are raised and latched in this position.
1.6.3 Blinkers
Two blinkers fitted to the platform prevent hazards caused by the
Swivel Lift being overlooked when it is being used.
1.7 Safety and Accident Prevention
Regulations
Adhere to the following notes in order to prevent personal injuries and
material damage. For commercial use, also adhere also to the rele-
vant safety and accident prevention regulations laid down by the trade
associations.
y The Swivel Lift must only be operated if all safety devices are cor-
rectly fitted and fully functional (see Section 1.6). Such devices
must only be removed to enable maintenance and repair work to
be carried out. All safety devices must be replaced immediately
after such work has been completed. Otherwise, there is a high
risk of injury.
y The Swivel Lift must only be used for the purpose for which it is
intended, otherwise dangerous situations, with resultant injuries,
may occur (Proper use: see Section 1.1, page 8).
y The owner is responsible for ensuring that proper use is adhered
to, in particular that the Swivel Lift is only operated by authorised
persons.
y If the Swivel Lift is used commercially or communally, the owner
must ensure that operating personnel are familiar with the opera-
tion of the Swivel Lift under all operating conditions by giving train-
ing and familiarisation courses.
y In order to be able to transport wheelchair-bound persons, the ve-
hicle must be fitted with the necessary special equipment in

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accordance with DIN EN 75078. To prevent dangers in road traffic,
the Swivel Lift must be equipped with warning lights or warning
markings.
y A number of dangers may arise during operation due to adverse
lighting conditions. The owner is obliged to equip the vehicle or the
Swivel Lift with the corresponding lighting fixtures.
y It is forbidden for persons to ride on the platform if they are not in
a wheelchair.
y Proper use of the Swivel Lift also includes adherence to the spec-
ified maintenance and repair work, in particular strict adherence to
the maintenance intervals. If such work is not carried out, trouble-
free operation cannot be guaranteed. There is a risk of personal
injury and material damage being caused. We recommend that
maintenance records are kept.
y If the Swivel Lift is used commercially or communally, it must be
inspected by a technical expert at intervals of not more than one
year after commissioning. During inspection, faults affecting the
safety should be systematically identified and remedial action
taken (see Chapter 11, "Inspection Log", page 47).
y Do not deposit any items or goods on the Swivel Lift. Persons can
suffer injuries if such objects fall off the step.
y The Swivel Lift must not be operated in a faulty condition, as severe
injuries may be caused by this. If faults occur, do not use the Swivel
Lift until repairs have been effected.
y Switch the Swivel Lift OFF before carrying out maintenance or re-
pair work, this includes cleaning work. Make certain that no other
person can switch the Swivel Lift ON (e.g. by disconnecting the
starter battery). If this is not done, there is a risk of injury.
y Use only original spare parts or spare parts which have been ap-
proved of by the manufacturer. If other parts are used, the manu-
facturer will not accept liability for the consequences.

Description
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2 Description
Persons who are wheelchair-bound can be embarked into or disem-
barked from a vehicle using the Swivel Lift.
The aim of this chapter is to illustrate the construction and function of
the Swivel Lift. To this end, the individual assemblies and components
are described in the following sections.
2.1 Layout and Function
The Swivel Lift comprises the following main components (see Figure
1):
y The swivelling unit,
y the lifting unit and
y the platform.
Figure 1: Swivel Lift Overview
Lifting unit
Platform
Swivelling Unit

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2.1.1 Swivelling unit
The swivelling unit (see Figure 2) is the interface between the lifting
unit and the vehicle. It allows the platform to be manually swivelled
out of the vehicle by a total of 180°.
The Swivel Lift is connected to the vehicle by a main swivelling column.
This allows the Swivel Lift to be swivelled out of the vehicle to the 90°
position and from the 90° position back into the vehicle. In the 90°
position, passengers / unoccupied wheelchairs can be moved from
the platform into the vehicle or from the vehicle onto the platform.
The lifting unit is mounted on the secondary swivel column. The sec-
ondary column allows the Swivel Lift to be swivelled from the 90° po-
sition to the 180° position and from the 180° position to the 90° posi-
tion. When in the 180° position, the platform can be raised from the
ground to the upper limit position or lowered from the upper limit po-
sition to the ground.
Both swivelling columns automatically latch in their respective end po-
sitions. The swivelling columns are unlatched by pushing the respec-
tive unlatching lever downwards.
Figure 2: Swivelling Unit
Main swivelling column
Unlatching lever
for the main
swivelling column
Secondary swivelling
column
Unlatching lever
for the secondary
swivelling column
Rating Plate

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2.1.2 Lifting unit
The lifting unit (see Figure 3) comprises the outer and inner lifting unit
frames. It is connected to the secondary swivelling column by the
outer lifting unit frame. The lifting and lowering movements are exe-
cuted by the inner lifting unit frame which is powered by a hydraulic
cylinder.
The hydraulic aggregate with electrically driven pump and control
electronics for the lifting unit’s functions are located behind covers
within the outer lifting unit’s frame The hydraulic system can be man-
ually operated in an emergency.
There are two blinking lights on the lifting unit. These operate as long
as the Swivel Lift is switched ON.
Figure 3: Lifting unit
Hydraulic cylinder
Outer lifting unit frame
Inner lifting unit frame
Hydraulic aggregate
and control electronics
Secondary swivelling
column
Platform
Blinkers

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2.1.3 Platform
The platform (see Figure 4) is fastened to the bottom of the inner
lifting unit frame. The side guard rail prevents the wheelchair from roll-
ing off the side of the platform, gives the passenger support and in-
creases the sense of security when the platform is being raised or
lowered. The gas pressure strut holds the side guard rail in the vertical
position. Two roll-off guards prevent the wheelchair from rolling back-
wards or forwards off the platform. Before a passenger can access
or leave the platform, the respective roll-off guard must be lowered
by operating the foot-operated lever. Safety switches on both roll-off
guards ensure that the platform can only be lowered or raised when
both roll-off guards are raised and latched in this position.
The arrestor clamp secures the Swivel Lift in the driving position.
Figure 4: Platform
Side guard rail
Arrestor clamp
Foot-operated
lever for the wide
roll-off guard
Wide roll-off
guard
Gas pressure strut
Narrow
roll-off guard
Foot-operated
lever for the nar-
row roll-off guard
Inner lifting unit
frame

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2.2 Operating Controls
Figure 5: Operating Controls (1)
Item Designation Function
1 “Raise” push-button Raises the platform.
2 “Lower” push-button Lowers the platform.
3 Master switch Switches the Swivel Lift ON
and OFF.
Figure 6: Operating Controls (2)
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
8
7

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Item Designation Function
4 Unlatching lever for the
main swivelling column
Unlatches the main swivelling
column.
5 Unlatching lever for the
secondary swivelling col-
umn
Unlatches the secondary swiv-
elling column.
6 Foot-operated lever for
the narrow roll-off guard
Unlatches the narrow roll-off
guard.
7 Foot-operated lever for
the wide roll-off guard
Unlatches the wide roll-off
guard.
8 Arrestor clamp
operating lever
Secures the Swivel Lift in the
vehicle.
9 Manually-operated pump
operating lever
Raises the platform in the
emergency mode.
Figure 7: Operating Controls (3)
Item Designation Function
10 Platform unlatching button Unlatches the platform, so that
it can be deployed.
10

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2.3 Technical Data
Designation Swivel Lift BSL 350
Weight approx. 150 kg
Usable platform area approx. 1200 mm x 840 mm
Permissible number of persons
on the platform
max. 1 person in a wheelchair
Carrying capacity 350 kg
Lifting height 900 mm
Lifting speed 10 cm/s
Max. lowering speed 15 cm/s
Equipment suitable for outdoor use
Power unit Electro-hydraulic
Operating / control voltage 12 V DC
Power consumption 0.5 kW
Rated current 65 A
Sound pressure emission Below the legal guideline val-
ues
Permissible operating pressure 80 bar
Safeguard against excess hy-
draulic pressure
Pressure control valve:
popping pressure, 81 bar
Safeguard against the platform
lowering inadvertently if leaks oc-
cur in the hydraulic pipelines
Burst pipe protection valve
Hydraulic oil Recommendation:
ATF Dexron II, 1.1 litre

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2.4 Rating Plate
A rating plate, which contains the fundamental data, is attached to
the Swivel Lift (see Figure 8). The rating plate is attached to the swiv-
elling unit (see Figure 2, page 14).
Figure 8: Rating Plate
Designation
Serial number
Manufacturer’s
details
Load bearing
capability
Series and type
designation
Approval
number