Bruno CHARIOT ASL-700 User manual

Operator Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
Chariot®is a registered trademark of Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.®
Please register your Bruno lift in one of two ways:
• Fill it out online at www.bruno.com/forms/product-registration
• Compete the enclosed Product Registration card and return via mail
Serial Number:
Please note a serial number is found on your Bruno lift. The serial and model number will be
needed for your dealer to le a warranty claim, request parts or service the unit.
Authorized Bruno Dealer:
Bruno products must be installed and maintained by an authorized Bruno dealer, or the warranty
will be null and void.
Safety......................................................3-4
Maximum Weight Rating and VIN/Serial No. Location .......................5
Operation .....................................................6
Lowering the platform..........................................6
Raising the platform (Loading)....................................6
Platform belts ...............................................7
Unloading ..................................................7
Emergency Operation .............................................8
Maintenance ................................................ 9-11
Troubleshooting ................................................12
NHTSA DOT HS 809 October 2001 ................................ 13-16
Reporting Safety Defects..........................................17
Warranty.....................................................18

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SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Check the torque of the wheel nuts and bolts prior to the rst road use.
• Never exceed the load capacity of the lift.
• Never use the ASL-700 to lift or transport people.
• Do not allow children to play on or under the lift platform.
• Regularly examine the ASL-700 for loose hardware and
attachments. Tighten as necessary.
• Load and unload from/to as level an area as possible.
• Maintain a safe distance from moving lift parts.
Keep hands and ngers away from moving lift parts during up/
down movement of the lift.
• Avoid unloading into vehicular trafc.
• Turn OFF the power source of the mobility device being lifted
before attaching it to the lift.
• Do not overload or abuse the lift.
• Do not operate the ASL-700 while seated on the mobility device.
• Operate the ASL-700 from the side of the unit, not the front.
• Keep feet and legs at a safe distance from the lift platform.
• Never allow legs or feet to be underneath the platform with a mobility device on board.
• Check for obstructions under the platform prior to lowering the platform.
• Adjust your driving to address the handling limitations imposed on the vehicle by the
additional weight of the ASL-700 plus the mobility device.
WARNING: Read vehicle manufacturers (OEM) instructions about the vehicle’s
electrical system BEFORE working on the vehicle. Vehicle OEMs have model
specic requirements about battery disconnection when performing work on
a vehicle. Disconnecting batteries incorrectly or working on a vehicle with
batteries improperly in the circuit MAY cause loss o vehicle data, damage
vehicle wiring system or even cause airbags to deploy. This information can be
found in the VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL or the VEHICLE REPAIR GUIDE.
Failure to do so
could result in
damage to your
vehicle or property
as well as personal
injury.
Observe all safety
precautions

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SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY (CONTINUED)
• Reduce your speed until you become familiar with your vehicle’s turning and braking
performance with the lift installed.
• Avoid sudden maneuvers.
• Make frequent checks of the tire condition and pressure. Adding weight to the rear
of the vehicle may accelerate tire wear and affect the handling characteristics of the
vehicle.
• Anticipate turns, stops and lane changes.
• Be aware that the addition of the ASL-700 and a mobility device may cause your
vehicle to be more susceptible to crosswinds.
• Exercise caution when driving a lift-equipped vehicle on slippery road surfaces (snow,
ice, loose gravel).
• Reduce your speed when travelling on bumpy roads, over railroad crossings, street
gutters and other road surface irregularities.
• Be aware that the ASL-700 adds length to your vehicle. Back up carefully.
• Remove any loose items from the mobility device before transporting it. Be sure
batteries are securely strapped or clamped in place.
• Remove the ASL-700 before taking the vehicle in for service. If the ASL-700
cannot be removed, do not lift the vehicle + ASL-700 without supporting
the ASL-700.
• Maximum speed: 65 mph (105 km/h).
• In the event that the vehicle with the ASL-700 installed must be towed, tow using a
at-bed truck only.
• Take the ASL-700 ONLY through a TOUCHLESS car wash.
◊Drive up to the car wash exit.
◊ Remove the mobility device from the ASL-700 and leave it at the exit.
◊ Fold the platform to the upright and stowed position.
◊ Drive the vehicle through the TOUCHLESS car wash.
◊ Retrieve the mobility device at the car wash exit.

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MAXIMUM WEIGHT RATING and VIN/SERIAL NO. LOCATION
LIFT MODEL MAXIMUM LOAD RATING
ASL-700 350 lb (159 kg)
Patent Pending
VIN and serial no.
found here
Tire Specications
Tire Size: 4.80/4.00-8
Load Range: C
Ply Rating: 6
Rim Specications
Rim Dimensions: 8” diameter
Bolt Pattern: 5 on 4-1/2”

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OPERATION
Lowering the platform
1. Open the keyswitch cover.
2. Insert the key and turn it to ON position.
3. Press and hold the DOWN switch to
lower the platform.
4. Release the switch when the platform
reaches the ground.
5. Position the mobility device on the
platform.
• Have an authorized Bruno dealer
remove the mobility device seat,
mount the docking plate (see above)
between the seat and the swivel
plate of the mobility device and place
the seat assembly back on the mobility
device.
Retractable belt hooks
attach to this docking
plate.
Raising the platform (Loading)
• Open the keyswitch cover.
• Insert the key and turn it to the ON
position.
• Make sure an authorized Bruno dealer
has installed the docking plate shown
earlier in this manual.
• Press and hold the UP switch to raise the
platform/mobility device.
• Release the switch when the platform
reaches the uppermost position.
• Secure the mobility device to the platform
using the (3) ratcheting belts. See the
next page for belt operation.
• Turn the key to the OFF position.
• Remove the key from the key switch.
• Close the key switch cover.
• Have an authorized Bruno dealer
remove the mobility device seat,
mount the docking plate (see
above) between the seat and the
swivel plate of the mobility device
and place the seat assembly back
on the mobility device.
Retractable belt hooks
attach to this docking
plate.

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OPERATION (continued)
Platform belts
• Press inner release tab down (Fig. 2).
• Push large orange tab UP (Figs. 3 and 4).
• Pull strap up and hook to mobility device docking
plate (“dog bone”).
• Press inner release tab and hold while pressing
large orange tab down to home position (Fig. 1).
NOTE: You will hear the tab click into its home
position. The strap will “auto ratchet” to
secure the mobility device on the ASL-700.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Unloading
• Open the keyswitch cover.
• Insert the key and turn it to the ON position.
• Press and hold the DOWN switch to lower the
platform/mobility device.
• Release switch when the platform reaches the ground.
• Loosen the belts pressing the inner release tab (see
Fig. 2 on previous page).
• Unhook the (3) retractable belts from the plate secured
to the bottom of the mobility device seat.
• Press and hold the UP switch to raise the platform. Keep
the platform in the down position (parallel with the
ground) until it makes contact with the rubber bumpers.
• Fold platform.
• Turn the key to the OFF position.
• Close the keyswitch cover.
NOTE: When travelling with no mobility device on the platform,
Bruno recommends folding up the platform and
securing it using the outermost retractable belt to
prevent damage from bouncing (see left). However,
for increased fuel efciency during highway driving,
you may travel with the platform folded down.
• Use outermost belt to hook
onto belt keeper.
• Remove slack in belt.
See note to right.
securing folded platform

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EMERGENCY OPERATION
raise
platform
emergency operation tool
lower
platform
OFF!
NOTE: Emergency operation is to be performed by
an able-bodied person.

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MAINTENANCE
Bruno recommends having a qualied Bruno dealer clean, inspect and perform any
necessary repairs and adjustments at least every twelve (12) months.
Maintenance is recommended more often if the lift is used (a) many times per day and/
or (b) in harsh environments. Failure to follow the recommended maintenance
schedule will void the warranty.
General Information
Torque (tightening): Proper tightening of nuts and bolts is essential to optimal
performance of your ASL-700. Failure to apply and maintain the correct torque
could lead to loose wheels, broken studs and potential (and dangerous)
separation of the wheel from the axle.
Tightening procedure:
1. Start all nuts/bolts by hand.
2. Using a torque wrench, tighten
in the following sequence:
Tightening procedure:
3. Tighten all (5) bolts, in sequence, to to 75-88 lbf-ft (102-119Nm).
CAUTION! Be sure to use the correct wheel hardware. Use of incorrect hardware and/or
improper tightening could cause the wheel to become loose and even come off, leading
to equipment damage and/or personal injury.
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MAINTENANCE (continued)
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
set-up and initial use
• at the rst 10, 25 and 50 miles, after each wheel removal, then
periodically:
◊ check the wheel nut torque
75-88 lbf-ft (102-119Nm) per 6B4065.302 exploded hub view
◊ check the tire pressure (35 psi/241 kPa)
weekly
◊ check the tire pressure (35 psi/241 kPa)
◊ visually inspect electrical connections and condition of mechanical
components; remove corrosion and replace bent, cracked or damaged
components
◊ check that hitch pin is fully engaged and untouched by any part of the hitch,
and that the clevis pin is fully seated
3000 miles or 3 months
◊ torque wheel nuts per instructions specified later in this manual
◊ inspect tires for wear
6000 miles or 6 months
◊ check suspension parts for wear
◊ torque wheel nuts per instructions specified
later in this manual
◊ inspect tires for wear
9,000 miles or 12 months
◊ verify torque of all fasteners
• linkage bar bolts
double nut: inner 15 ft lb (20 Nm)
outer 30 ft lb (41 Nm)
• chassis-to-cross member bolts:
35 to 40 ft lb (47-54 Nm)
• swivel plates-to-cross member bolts:
35 to 40 ft lb (47-54 Nm)
• double nuts (require special process: see Hitch Clamp)

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MAINTENANCE (continued)
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE (continued)
9,000 miles or 12 months
◊ check for free-swiveling action of swivel mechanisms;clean and re-grease as
necessary
◊ check the hub for wear
◊ verify operation of turn indicators and brake lights (2-person verification
recommended)
◊ verify operation of key switch and rocker switch (remove cover for visibility);
re-grease with dielectric grease
◊ verify fender bolt torque; visually inspect for cracks
◊ examine all electrical connections; remove corrosion; apply dielectric grease
◊ check retractable belts for fraying and other signs of wear
◊ examine all electrical connections; remove corrosion; apply dielectric grease
◊check connections at battery; clean battery terminals
◊visually examine lift and hitch; look for signs of structural damage
(bending, cracking); make necessary repairs/replacement
◊ grease and re-torque swivel assembly
◊inspect tires for wear; replace if the tread depth is at
wear bars
◊ check suspension parts for wear
◊ apply silicone- or Teflon®-based lubricant (Magnalube®)
to pivot points and (2) platform bolts (see right)
◊ grease (8) grease fittings on linkage bars
◊ torque wheel nuts per instructions shown below
◊ apply silicone- or Teflon®-based lubricant (Magnalube®) to draw bar
Torque (tightening): Proper tightening of nuts and bolts is essential to optimal
performance of your ASL-700. Failure to apply and maintain the correct torque
could lead to loose wheels, broken studs and
potential (and dangerous) separation of the wheel from the axle.
Wheel fasteners
1. Start all nuts/bolts by hand.
2. Using a torque wrench, tighten in the sequence shown to the right:
3. Tighten all (5) nuts, in sequence, to 75-88 lbf-ft (102-119Nm)
per 6B4065.302 exploded hub view.
CAUTION! Be sure to use the correct wheel hardware. Use of incorrect hardware and/or
improper tightening could cause the wheel to become loose and even come off, leading
to equipment damage and/or personal injury.
= pivot points
also: (8) linkage bar
pivot points
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Lift does not operate
in either direction
• keyswitch not turned to
ON position
• Turn keyswitch to ON
position.
Lift operates slowly,
lacks power or stalls
• weak vehicle battery • Have battery charged or
run engine at fast idle for
several minutes before
attempting to operate lift.
Lift experiencing rough
ride when travelling
• over-inated lift tires • Set tire pressure to 35 psi
(241 kPa).
Platform is folded up and
actuator “ratchets/clicks”
in either direction.
• actuator has pulled
platform too far “in”
• keep platform in the down
position (i.e., “at”) so
that it touches the rubber
stops. Failure to do this
allows the platform to pull
in too far.
• Use the emergency back-
up tool to turn the motor’s
tail shaft counter-clockwise
to lower the platform and
unbind the actuator.

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DOT HS 809 361
October 2001
The following information is a reproduction of document DOT HS 809 361 October 2001 from the U.S.
Department of Transporation National Highway Trafc Safety Administration. For a copy of their brochure,
please visit www.nhtsa.dot.gov.
TIRE SAFETY
Everything Rides On It
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure, observing tire and vehicle load limits
(not carrying more weight in your vehicle than your tires or vehicle can safely handle), avoiding road haz-
ards, and inspecting tires for cuts, slashes, and other irregularities are the most important things you can
do to avoid tire failure, such as tread separation or blowout and at tires. These actions, along with other
care and maintenance activities, can also:
• Improve vehicle handling
• Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents
• Improve fuel economy
• Increase the life of your tires.
This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety, including information on the following topics:
• Basic tire maintenance
• Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
• Fundamental characteristics of tires
•Tire safety tips.
Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine. Recognize that
the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a at tire or
other tire failure.
Safety First–Basic Tire Maintenance
Properly maintained tires improve the steering, stopping, traction, and load-carrying capability of your
vehicle. Underinated tires and overloaded vehicles are a major cause of tire failure. Therefore, as men-
tioned above, to avoid at tires and other types of tire failure, you should maintain proper tire pressure,
observe tire and vehicle load limits, avoid road hazards, and regularly inspect your tires.
Finding Your Vehicle’s Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits
Tire information placards and vehicle certication labels contain information on tires and load limits. These
labels indicate the vehicle manufacturer’s information including:
• Recommended tire size
• Recommended tire ination pressure
• Vehicle capacity weight (VCW–the maximum occupant and cargo weight a vehicle is designed to carry)
• Front and rear gross axle weight ratings (GAWR– the maximum weight the axle systems are designed to carry).
Both placards and certication labels are permanently attached to the vehicle door edge, door post, glove-
box door, or inside of the trunk lid. You can also nd the recommended tire pressure and load limit for
your vehicle in the vehicle owner’s manual.
Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits
Tire ination pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load-carrying capacity and affects
the overall performance of the vehicle. The tire ination pressure is a number that indicates the amount
of air pressure– measured in pounds per square inch (psi)–a tire requires to be properly inated. (You will
also nd this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals (kPa), which is the metric
measure used internationally.)
Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine this number based on the vehicle’s design
load limit, that is, the greatest amount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and the vehicle’s tire size.The
proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the “recommended cold ination pressure.” (As you
will read below, it is difcult to obtain the recommended tire pressure if your tires are not cold.)
Because tires are designed to be used on more than one type of vehicle, tire manufacturers list the “max-
imum permissible ination pressure” on the tire sidewall. This number is the greatest amount of air pres-
sure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions.
Checking Tire Pressure
It is important to check your vehicle’s tire pressure at least once a month for the following reasons:
• Most tires may naturally lose air over time.
• Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you strike the curb when parking.
• With radial tires, it is usually not possible to determine underination by visual inspection.
For convenience, purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehicle. Gauges can be purchased at tire
dealerships, auto supply stores, and other retail outlets.
NHTSA TIRE INFORMATION

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NHTSA TIRE INFORMATION (continued)
The recommended tire ination pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reects the proper psi when
a tire is cold. The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature. Rather, a cold tire is one that has
not been driven on for at least three hours. When you drive, your tires get warmer, causing the air pres-
sure within them to increase. Therefore, to get an accurate tire pressure reading, you must measure tire
pressure when the tires are cold or compensate for the extra pressure in warm tires.
Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure
• Step 1: Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle’s tire information placard, certication la-
bel, or in the owner’s manual.
• Step 2: Record the tire pressure of all tires.
• Step 3: If the tire pressure is too high in any of the tires, slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire
valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure.
• Step 4: If the tire pressure is too low, note the difference between the measured tire pressure and the
correct tire pressure. These “missing” pounds of pressure are what you will need to add.
• Step 5: At a service station, add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is underinated.
• Step 6: Check all the tires to make sure they have the same air pressure (except in cases in which the
front and rear tires are supposed to have different amounts of pressure).
If you have been driving your vehicle and think that a tire is underinated, ll it to the recommended
cold ination pressure indicated on your vehicle’s tire information placard or certication label. While your
tire may still be slightly underinated due to the extra pounds of pressure in the warm tire, it is safer to
drive with air pressure that is slightly lower than the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold ination
pressure than to drive with a signicantly underinated tire. Since this is a temporary x, don’t forget to
recheck and adjust the tire’s pressure when you can obtain a cold reading.
Tire Size
To maintain tire safety, purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle’s original tires or another
size recommended by the manufacturer. Look at the tire information placard, the owner’s manual, or the
sidewall of the tire you are replacing to nd this information. If you have any doubt about the correct size
to choose, consult with the tire dealer.
Tire Tread
The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding,
especially when the road is wet or icy. In general, tires are not safe and should be replaced when the tread
is worn down to 1/16 of an inch. Tires have built-in treadwear indicators that let you know when it is time
to replace your tires. These indicators are raised sections spaced intermittently in the bottom of the tread
grooves. When they appear “even” with the outside of the tread, it is time to replace your tires. Another
method for checking tread depth is to place a penny in the tread with Lincoln’s head upside down and fac-
ing you. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, you are ready for new tires.
Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment
To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates, the
tire must be properly balanced. This balance is achieved by posi-
tioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy spots on the
wheel-and-tire assembly. A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the
wheels so that they are positioned correctly relative to the vehicle’s
frame. This adjustment maximizes the life of your tires and prevents
your car from veering to the right or left when driving on a straight,
level road. These adjustments require special equipment and should
be performed by a qualied technician.
Tire Rotation
Rotating tires from front to back and from side to side can reduce irregular wear (for vehicles that have
tires that are all the same size). Look in your owner’s manual for information on how frequently the tires
on your vehicle should be rotated and the best pattern for rotation.
A Tire Rotation Example
For maximum mileage, rotate your tires every 5,000 miles. Follow correct rotation patterns.
Tire Repair
The proper repair of a punctured tire requires a plug for the hole and a patch for the area inside the tire
that surrounds the puncture hole. Punctures through the tread can be repaired if they are not too large,
but punctures to the sidewall should not be repaired. Tires must be removed from the rim to be properly
inspected before being plugged and patched.
DOT HS 809 361
October 2001

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NHTSA TIRE INFORMATION (continued)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
To help consumers compare a passenger car tire’s treadwear rate, traction performance, and temperature
resistance, the federal government requires tire manufacturers to grade tires in these three areas. This
grading system, known as the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, provides guidelines for making rela-
tive comparisons when purchasing new tires. You also can use this information to inquire about the quality
of tires placed on new vehicles.
Although this rating system is very helpful when buying new tires, it is not a safety rating or guarantee
of how well a tire will perform or how long it will last. Other factors such as personal driving style, type
of car, quality of the roads, and tire maintenance habits have a signicant inuence on your tire’s perfor-
mance and longevity.
Treadwear grades are an indication of a tire’s relative wear rate. The higher the treadwear number is, the
longer it should take for the tread to wear down. For example, a tire grade of 400 should wear twice as
long as a tire grade of 200.
Traction grades are an indication of a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement. A higher graded tire should
allow you to stop your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower grade. Traction is
graded from highest to lowest as “AA”, “A”, “B”, and “C”.
Temperature grades are an indication of a tire’s resistance to heat. Sustained high temperature (for exam-
ple, driving long distances in hot weather), can cause a tire to deteriorate, leading to blowouts and tread
separation. From highest to lowest, a tire’s resistance to heat is graded as “A”, “B”, or “C”.
Tire Fundamentals
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire
identication number for safety standard certication and in case of a recall.
Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires
P
The “P” indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles.
Next number
This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In
general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.
Next number
This two-digit number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. Numbers of 70
or lower indicate a short sidewall for improved steering response and better overall handling on dry pave-
ment.
R
The “R” stands for radial. Radial ply construction of tires has been the
industry standard for the past 20 years.
Next number
This two-digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you
change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match
the new wheel diameter.
Next number
This two- or three-digit number is the tire’s load index. It is a mea-
surement of how much weight each tire can support. You may nd
this information in your owner’s manual. If not, contact a local tire
dealer. Note: You may not nd this information on all tires because it
is not required by law.
M+S
The “M+S” or “M/S” indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability. Most radial tires have these
markings; hence, they have some mud and snow capability.
Speed Rating
The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time.
The ratings range from 99 miles per hour (mph) to 186 mph. These ratings are listed below. Note: You
may not nd this information on all tires because it is not required by law.
Letter Rating Speed Rating
DOT HS 809 361
October 2001
Q 99 mph T 118 mph V 149 mph
R 106 mph U 124 mph W 168* mph
S 112 mph H 130 mph Y 186* mph

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DOT HS 809 361
October 2001
U.S. DOT Tire Identication Number
This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two
numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last four numbers represent the
week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3197 means the 31st week of 1997. The oth-
er numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer’s discretion. This information is used to contact
consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.
Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used
The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. In general, the
greater the number of plies, the more weight a tire can support. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
Maximum Load Rating
This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire.
Maximum Permissible Ination Pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal
driving conditions.
UTQGS Information
Treadwear Number
This number indicates the tire’s wear rate. The higher the treadwear number is, the longer it should take
for the tread to wear down. For example, a tire graded 400 should last twice as long as a tire graded 200.
Traction Letter
This letter indicates a tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement. A higher graded tire should allow you to stop
your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower grade. Traction is graded from highest
to lowest as “AA”,”A”, “B”, and “C”.
Temperature Letter
This letter indicates a tire’s resistance to heat. The temperature grade is for a tire that is inated properly
and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underination or excessive loading, either separately or in combina-
tion, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure. From highest to lowest, a tire’s resistance to heat is
graded as “A”, “B”, or “C”.
Additional Information on Light Truck Tires
Please refer to diagram to right.
Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on
the sidewalls of passenger tires.
LT
The “LT” indicates the tire is for light trucks.
Max. Load Dual kg(lbs) at kPa(psi) Cold
This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a dual, that is, when four tires are put on
each rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle).
Max. Load Single kg(lbs) at kPa(psi) Cold
This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a single.
Load Range
This information identies the tire’s load-carrying capabilities and its ination limits.
Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local governments may require true snow tires, those with very deeply cut
tread. These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels. Make sure you purchase snow
tires that are the same size and construction type as the other tires on your vehicle.
NHTSA TIRE INFORMATION (continued)

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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Trafc Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc. at
1-800-656-0552 and/or P[email protected]
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it nds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your deal-
er, or Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator
NHTSA
1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E.
Washington, DC 20590
You may also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

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BRUNO GOLD LIMITED WARRANTY FOR VEHICLE LIFT
3 Years
Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.© (Bruno) is so condent in our USA designed and built units
that we provide every original buyer with the following “Industry Leading” warranty for your peace of
mind.
The quality of parts we use and the care our employees take allow Bruno to provide the original buyer of
its Bruno Vehicle Lift with a 3-year warranty that all parts are free of defects in material and
workmanship.
Bruno’s warranty periods begin with the date of the installation of the Bruno Vehicle Lift.
Bruno Authorized Dealers are trained to evaluate your unique situation and then install the best Bruno
product to meet your needs. The trained installation and service technicians employed by Bruno Authorized
Dealers have the appropriate equipment and resources needed to correctly install and maintain your new
vehicle lift and are the rst contact for any warranty or service needs.
SPECIFICS OF THE WARRANTY COVERAGE:
◊ All Parts are free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years after the date of
installation.
◊ All labor to address any product defect by a Bruno Authorized Dealer is covered for the rst 30 days
after installation.
WHAT IS NOT WARRANTY COVERAGE:
◊ Damage to units caused by misuse, abuse, accidents, neglect or modications NOT made by a Bruno
Authorized Dealer.
◊ Consumable items.
◊ All labor by a Bruno Authorized Dealer after the rst 30 days since installation.
◊ Reasonable wear and tear.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
All Service and Warranty issues are handled through the Bruno Authorized Dealer that installed the unit.
◊ In no event shall Bruno be responsible for indirect, incidental or consequential damages, whether such
damages arise based on claims based on contract, warranty, tort (including negligence, strict liability or
product liability).
◊ Bruno reserves the right to replace, repair or, if not commercially practical and/or feasible, to elect to refund
the purchase price at its sole discretion.
◊ This warranty gives the original buyer specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. Bruno specically does not authorize any person to extend the time or scope of this
warranty.
For more detailed information regarding this limited warranty, please contact Bruno by writing:
Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.
Attn: Service Department
1780 Executive Drive
Oconomowoc, WI 53066 USA
or call: 1-800-882-8183 toll free
rev. 01-16