BraunAbility UVL Series User guide

2014 Private Use Application Guide • Issue 1 • 5-8-14
UVL Series
™

UVL Series™Features
The UVL Series (Under Vehicle Lift) is designed for full-size vans. The UVL mounts on the outside underneath
the vehicle. This provides a completely unobstructed doorway with a full window view and greater interior
space. It is ideal for active families who need free doorway access and lots of room inside.
The UVL is hidden from view and out of the way until needed. By activating the hand-held control, the lift
glides forward from its weathertight enclosure and gently lowers to the ground. The automatic roll stop is
electrically actuated and the wheelchair user rolls onto the sturdy platform.
To ensure passenger safety, the lift will not raise from the ground until the roll stop is fully engaged in the“up”
position. When the passenger is safely inside the vehicle, the lift lowers and is stowed back in its enclosure.
As with all BraunAbility lifts, the UVL is built to meet stringent specications and safety standards. And, for
further peace of mind, every UVL is backed by BraunAbility’s Three-Year Worry-Free Limited Warranty.
• VA accepted & NHTSA Compliant
• Mounts underneath the vehicle,
leaving the doorway completely
unobstructed
• Aluminum housing is fully
enclosed to be weathertight
• Automatic roll stop engages
before platform leaves ground
• Slip-resistant platform
• Designed to be used with
automatic door operators
• Hand-held four-button
pendant control operates
all lift and door functions
• Diagnostic system for easy
troubleshooting
• Integrated manual backup
system

UVL Series™Models
General Function: Electrohydraulic, power up/gravity down operation, power in/out
Control: hand-held control box, and optional remote
Hydraulic: Pressure Max. 3,249 psi, Fluid is Univis HVI 26, oil reservoir is .25 gal
Construction: Aluminum Housing with Steel inner structure with powder coat nish
Operating Temperature: -7ºC to 65ºC
Power Supply: 12VDC Current Consumption: Max. 120A (12V)
NUVL603C
(NUVL603C Shown)
NUVL855C
NHTSA Compliant Usable Platform: 31” x 48”
NHTSA Compliant Usable Platform: 30” x 53”
To ensure proper installation of the Under Vehicle Lift (“UVL”), BraunAbility maintains the following recommendations regerding after-
market drive line and suspension modications that may be required to meet the specications for ground and drive shaft clearances.
Once the installation of the UVL is complete, the installer shall ensure that the vehicle drive shaft cannot come in contact with the lift. The
best way to check that the proper clearance is achieved is to raise the vehicle using a hoist capable of raising the vehicle while suciently
supporting the chassis. This will allow the rear suspension to relax to its maximum extension before measuring the clearance. Note:
The drive shaft must clear the lift with full suspension travel. 1 inch of clearance between the top of the lift and the drive shaft will allow
proper operation of the vehicle under most normal driving conditions. BraunAbility does not recommend the use of axle limiting devices,
as their use may degrade the vehicle’s safety.
Upon completing installation of the UVL, the installer shall ensure that acceptable clearance is maintained between the lift and pave-
ment. In making this determination, the installer must take into consideration that the vehicle may be loaded to maximum capacity
during regular driving. BraunAbility recommends a minimum of ve (5) inches of clearance be maintained during all driving condi-
tions. After-market drive line kits and/or suspension modications can assist in maximizing ground clearance if properly utilized. In
some cases, after-market exhaust accessories can allow the UVL to be mounted closer to the vehicle frame, thereby increasing clear-
ance. Increasing the manufacturer’s wheel and tire size may increase ground clearance, but may void the vehicle’s warranty, negatively
eect its handling and render inaccurate the readings of the vehicle’s odometer and speedometer.
W
ARNING
81823
PushT-handlein fully and
manuallymove platform in
andout to engage platform
lockbefore driving vehicle.
Failureto lock platform may
resultin unintended platform
deployment. Unintended
platformdeployment may
resultin serious bodily injury
and/orproperty damage.
Donot remove!
Lift Housing
Pump
Module Platform
Chain Drive
Motor
Hydraulic
Cylinder
Hand
Pump
(inside
cover)
Rolling
Horizontal
Arms
Roll Stop
Actuator
Outboard
Roll Stop
Hand-Held
Attendant's
Control Box
Platform Cable-
activated Manual
Release System
Lift Mounting
Brackets (4)
Lifting Arms
Inboard Barrier

UVL Series™Dimensions
NHTSA Interlock Kit Options
Lift Model
Number
NUVL603C 500 750 31” 48” 34” 67” 40-1/2” 4-3/4”
NUVL855C 715 750 30” 53” 34” 72-1/4” 43-1/2” 5”
Clear
Platform
Width
Clear
Platform
Length*
Max.
Floor to
Ground
Cassette
Length
Cassette
Width
Cassette
Height
Lift
Weight
lbs
Lifting
Capacity
lbs
ABCDEF
UVL Series™
All dimensions are for reference only.
GROUND LEVEL
VEHICLE STEPWELL
10”
Max
15”
Max
19”
Max
34”
Max
8-3/4”
1/4”
1/2”
5-1/4”
7-1/2”
4-3/8”
8-3/4”
OVERALL FRONT
BARRIER HEIGHT - 6-1/4”
SIDE VIEW - TRAVEL LIMITS
FRONT VIEW
SIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
Clear Platform
Width
A
Clear Platform
Length
B
Cassette
Length
D
Cassette
Width
E
Cassette
Height
F
Max.
Floor
to
Ground
C
d
lohse
r
hT
taM
rosne
S
* Measured at platform surface.
(NUVL603C Shown)
36259 GM Interlock Kit - 2008 to 2014 Vans
36261 GM Plug & Play Kit* - 2008 to 2014 Vans
32541 GM Interlock Kit - 2001 to 2007 Vans
32543 GM Plug & Play Kit* - 2001 to 2002 Vans
36257 Ford Interlock Kit - 2008 to 2014 Vans
36260 Ford Plug & Play Harness* - 2008 to 2014 Vans
32538 Ford Interlock Kit - 2004 to 2007 Vans
32540 Ford Plug & Play Kit* - 2004-2006 with Trans Code A, F or Q
33678 Ford Plug & Play Kit* - 2007 with Trans Code Q
32544 Universal Interlock Kit
* Plug & Play Kits are
used in conjunction
with Interlock Kits

Door Operator Kits
UVL Series™Accessories
32474KS Remote Control System
• Controls all lift functions as well as door operators (if so equipped)
35152KS Replacement Transmitter for remote control system
35150KS Keychain Remote Transmitter
32426A Replacement Hand-Held Control
73947N-2500 Hand-Held Control Extension Harness - 25’
32196KS 3rd Station Control
34422A Threshold Warning Mat - Replacement
33576K Taillight Magnetic Switches - Ford
34423A Overhead Light Kit - Replacement
Installation of 60000-series swing door operator kits requires the use of a template.
• 1996 & Up GM Vans: Side; Left: 60461-000 Right: 60460-000
• 1992 & Up Ford Vans: Side; Left: 60317-000 Right: 60318-000
62409-000 Side Swing In-Door Operators for pre-1996
62403-000 Side Swing In-Door Operators for 1996 & Up
32311A Side Slide Door Operator for Pre-1997
32313A Side Slide Door Operator for 1997 & Up
62400-000
Side Swing In-Door Operators for 1992 & Up (60/40)
32311A Side Slide Door Operator for pre-1992
32312A Side Slide Door Operator for 1992 & Up
GM
FORD
Swing Door Operators
Slide Door Operator

UVL Series™Specications
All illustrations, descriptions and specications in this guide are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. BraunAbility reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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ISO 9001:2008
www.braunability.com
THE BRAUNABILITY UVL “UNDER VEHICLE LIFT” SPECIFICATIONS
“Provided to make your spec writing easier.”
The wheelchair lift shall be power up/gravity down in operation and shall be mounted underneath the
vehicle. The lift shall be electrohydraulically operated with a remote-mounted pump and a single action cyl-
inder. The reservoir shall have a 1-1/3 quart capacity. The hydraulic system shall operate with H5606 aircraft
type hydraulic uid.
The lift’s construction shall consist of an aluminum housing, steel lifting structure and a slip-resistant alu-
minum platform. A chain drive shall be utilized for deploying and stowing the lift. The platform shall measure
31” wide and 48” long (minimum).
The aluminum housing shall be fully enclosed to be weathertight. The lift shall be capable of operating in a
temperature range of -10 degrees to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and shall have a lifting capacity of 750 pounds.
The control for lowering, raising and stowing the lift shall be a four-button hand-held pendant control. The
button functions shall be clearly marked on the hand-held control.
The electrical system shall be designed to determine the lift’s position at all times. The lift shall be equipped
with a sensor that will prevent the lift from stowing when weight is on the platform. The platform shall not
raise from the ground until the automatic roll stop is fully engaged. Lifts that require vertical movement of the
platform for roll stop activation are unacceptable.
The lift shall have sealed adjustable bearings used in the carriage to allow the lift to deploy smoothly and
adjust for wear. These bearings shall help prevent abnormal maintenance and lubrication.
The lift shall have a maximum 34”oor-to-ground travel. A manual backup system shall be integrated into
the hydraulic power pack, allowing the lift to be raised or lowered in the event of vehicle electrical failure. A
“T” Handle release mechanism shall allow the platform to be extended and stowed manually. A diagnostic
system shall be integrated into the electrical system to allow for simple troubleshooting procedures.
BraunAbility UVL Series to include but not limited to the following model numbers:
• NUVL603C, NUVL855C