Guldmann Stepless LP5 User manual

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V. Guldmann A/S
Corporate Ofce:
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Århus N
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
www.guldmann.com
Guldmann Inc.
5525 Johns Road
Suite 905
Tampa, FL 33624
Tel. [phone]
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
www.guldmann.net

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LP5 & LP5+
Item numbers:
LP5: 13050-xxx
LP5+: 13056-xxx
1.00 ........Purposeanduse..............................................3
1.01 . . . . . . . . Producer .....................................................3
1.02 ........Purposeanduse...............................................3
1.03 ........Important/warnings .............................................4
1.04 . . . . . . . . Unpacking and preparation .......................................4
1.05 ........Safetyrules ...................................................5
1.06 ........Assembly.....................................................5
1.07.........Platforminstallation.............................................7
1.08 . . . . . . . . . Recessing the Platform ..........................................8
1.09 . . . . . . . . Electrical connection ............................................9
2.00 ........Descriptionoffunctions........................................9
2.01 ........Labels .......................................................9
2.02 . . . . . . . . The hand control ..............................................10
2.03 . . . . . . . . Safety functions ...............................................11
2.04 . . . . . . . . Accessories ..................................................13
3.00 ........Dismantlingandtransport .....................................14
3.01 ........Transport....................................................14
3.02 . . . . . . . . Packaging during transport ......................................14
4.00 ........Maintenanceandstorage......................................14
4.01 ........Cleaning.....................................................14
4.02 . . . . . . . . Storage and keeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.03 . . . . . . . . How is corrosion avoided?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.04 . . . . . . . . What maintenance is required by the owner? ........................14
5.00 ........Servicingandusefullife.......................................15
5.01 . . . . . . . . Useful life and servicing.........................................15
5.02 . . . . . . . . Inspection – all-round ..........................................16
5.03 ........Troubleshooting...............................................17
6.00 . . . . . . . . Technical specications .......................................18
7.00.........EC-declarationofconformity...................................19
. . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S.A. and countries outside the EU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
A............Usersguide .................................................20
B............WARRANTIES................................................20

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1.00 Purpose and use
1.01 Producer
V. Guldmann A/S
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Århus N
Denmark
Tel. + 45 8741 3100
Fax + 45 8741 3131
1.02 Purpose and use
Purpose of the manual
The manual describes the standard model with a maximum lifting height of
between 500 mm and 875 mm (20” and 35”).
Use
The LP5 & LP5+ are designed for permanent installation indoors and
outdoors. The lifting platform may be used in temperatures from -10 to +40
degrees.
In temperatures of less than -10 degrees, the application of suitable heating
beneath the platform is recommended.
The LP5 & LP5+ can be used by the walking-impaired and handicapped
people who have to negotiate height differences where wheelchair ramps are
too long or steep, and where an ordinary lift is impractical, impossible, or too
expensive. Access and drive-off are at opposite ends of the lifting platform. To
ensure user safety, the entrance ramp functions as an exiting safety stop, and
handrails are located on both sides of the LP5 and LP5+.
The LP5 is designed and produced in accordance with current standards for
negotiating height differences from 0-500 mm (0”-20”). The LP5+ is designed
and produced in accordance with current standards for negotiating height
differences from 0-875 mm (0”-35”). The lifting interval of the LP5 and the
LP5+ can be adjusted between heights of 150-875 mm (6”-35”), depending
on local conditions.
Great importance is attached to the design and implementation to achieve
attractive and harmonious installation in different environments, private and
public. Public environments are institutions, public buildings, etc., where the
lifting platform is subject to a certain amount of supervision. In these environ-
ments, the lifting platform should be locked, protecting it against unintentional
use or games.
When the lifting platform is used, it is assumed that the user has been
instructed in its use or that there are skilled personnel who use this aid/tool.

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1.03 Important/warnings
All of the operating instructions must be read before the product is used.
The LP5 & LP5+ must be assembled by the Guldmann Service Team, or by
an engineer approved by Guldmann.
The LP5 & LP5+ are controlled by a microprocessor print which can be
damaged by static electricity if touched without the necessary precautions.
The electronics must therefore be serviced by trained technicians only.
The accompanying safety chain must be used when the service engineer
moves around beneath the lifting platform.
The MAXIMUM load of 250 kg (550 lbs.) must not be exceeded.
The lifting platform and access ramp must be swept clean of gravel, fallen
leaves, snow, etc. before use.
The lifting platform is to be used to transport people, and must be used in
accordance with the describtions in this manual.
All playing by and with the lifting platform is forbidden.
A simple and usable “Emergency procedure” must be described and agreed
between the user and the helper. This must ensure that the user does not
become trapped on the platform in the event of an electrical or a mechanical
failure.
1.04 Unpacking and preparation
Visual check
If the packaging is damaged on receipt, the parts of the LP5 & LP5+ must be
carefully examined for visible deciencies, defects, or faults. If damage is
suspected, the LP5 & LP5+ must not be used until qualied service personnel
or the Guldmann Service Team have approved this.
Contents
1. Lifting platform
2. Access ramp
3. Railing
4. End covers
5. Operation panel
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1.05 Safety rules
When working beneath the platform, there is a risk of becoming trapped
between the moving parts of the platform. The following safety rules must
therefore be observed:
1. The safety chain/strap must always be used while working beneath the
platform.
2. The lifting platform must NOT be raised/lowered while work is going on
beneath the lifting platform. This applies even if the safety equipment is
assembled.
3. When the lifting platform is assemb-
led and connected so that it can be
raised/lowered, only one person may
work on it.
Safety equipment
When working beneath the platform,
the safety chain/-strap MUST be
used.
The safety chain/strap is tted
between the safety eyelets on the
scissors or the two central tubes
of the scissors as illustrated in the
picture.
When the chain/strap has been tted,
lower the platform until the chain is taut,
i.e. until the traction wheel ”releases” the curve.
1.06 Assembly
The LP5 & LP5+ must be assembled by the Guldmann Service Team or an
engineer approved by Guldmann. The assembly must follow the assembly
instructions. The assembly instructions must be delivered to the engineer by
the producer or the distributor.
NB
The platform must not be activated before the ramp, etc. has been
assembled.
The LP5 & LP5+ are supplied with the safety edge, safety curtain, etc.
assembled. Railing, ramp and end covers must be assembled before use.

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Assembly of railing
1. Insert the hand rail into the holes at the
end of the safety edge and secure
screws. (1)
Mounting of the ramp
1. Align the ramp, with the attached ttings and
springs, to the curb (2).
2. The steel wire cable must stick out loosely from
the curb (2).
3. Mount and x 8 x M8 bolts for the ramp and
railing (2).
3. Place wire cable in the cam disc and
secure to the ramp with screws. (3)
4. Mount the front cover on to the cam disc. The
spring must lie against the cam disc, behind the
front cover.
Fasten the screws (4).
The platform is now ready for use and the
ramp can be moved into upright position by
pressing »é«.
For assembly
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1.07 Platform installation
Proper drainage must be provided for any outdoor installation of the
platform ramp.
Never allow the platform to sit in a puddle of water.
The platform’s contact surface must be 100% perpendicular to the vertical
wall, or the mounted gate.
The base must be rm and stable, e.g. concrete, paving stones, strong timber
or asphalt. Sand, gravel or earth CANNOT be used.
The platform must not only be supported at different points; there must be
support under ALL of the platform’s base frame.
Attach the platform to the base through holes in the ttings by the scissors.
One tting to each side of the platform.
You can order either a right or
left-hinged gate and it will always
swing away from the platform.
Right/left-hinging can be changed
on site if necessary.
Mount the gate on the vertical
wall, between the platform and
upper level. Fixing points in
compliance with the dimensio-
ned sketch. (1)
Mount pos. 1 on gate so that it
is ush with the top edge of the
landing.
The accompanying board must
be mounted to the gate to pre-
vent ngers and feet being crushed between the gate and the platform.
Use the accompanying rustproof metal sheet as nish between the landing
and the gate.
Hook up electrical connection of the gate, external service panels and wire-
less remote control in a connection box under the platform.
Adjusting the lifting height of the LP5
Remove the black curtain.
A: Adjusting the lifting height.
B: Adjusting the lowering height (seldom used - e.g. in case of recessing).
A: Adjusting the lifting height
Loosen the screws and adjust to desired height.
Check the new lifting height before remounting
the curtain.
B: Adjusting the lowering height
 Recessing
Loosen the screws and adjust to
desired height.
Check the new lifting height before
remounting the curtain.

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1.08 Recessing the Platform
It is possible to recess the platform to provide access without changing levels.
If the platform is for recessing, please order it on at special item No.
Be aware that when the platform is recessed, the lifting height is reduced by
that amount.
Proper drainage must be provided for outdoor recessed installations.
The opening for the recession must be dug
in compliance with the illustration (2).
When the platform is mounted with the
gate on the upper level (always with
lifting height above 500 mm (20”)),
the hole for the down-building must
be extended by the thickness of the
gate. See dimensioned sketch (2).
A: Without gate 1640 mm / 66”
With gate 1700 mm / 68”
B: 1120 mm / 45”
C: 150 mm (+20, −0) / 6” (+¾”, −0”)

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1.09 Electrical connection
• Input: 100-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
• Maximum consumption: 0.35 A
Connect the platform to the mains network via the tted rubber cable.
The cable can be used both indoors and outdoors.
• Brown lead: Phase lead
• Blue lead: 0 lead
• Green/yellow lead: Earth clamp
Important!
For safety reasons, the platform must always be earthed.
2.00 Description of functions
2.01 Labels
(positioned on the lifting platform).
LP5 LP5+

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2.02 The hand control
The lifting platform is operated using an hand control.
The lifting platform is logical and unproblematic to operate and use, even with
no prior knowledge.
1. Raise
2. Lower
3. Emergency stop
To raise the lifting platform from its lowest level
1. When the lifting platform is at the lowest level and the access ramp has
been lowered to the proper level, wheelchair users can freely drive up on to
the
lifting platform.
2. Activate the control panel by pressing (1) to raise the access ramp; this
then functions as a guard against rolling off. Button (1) is active for as long as
it is held down.
3. When the access ramp has been raised to its highest level and (1) is still
being pressed, this will raise the platform.
4. When the lifting platform is level with the landing, the platform stops auto-
matically and the user can drive onto the landing.
5. When using the safety gate, it is manually opened. It is electronically secured
and cannot be opened until the lifting platform is in the highest position.
6. If the lifting platform is installed outdoors with a safety gate, the lifting platform
may not be left in the highest position, as the unlocked gate will be able to
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so that the gate locks automatically.
To lower the lifting platform from its highest level
1. The wheelchair user drives onto the lifting platform.
2. When using the safety gate, it must be closed before the platform can be
operated.
3. Activate the hand control by pressing (2) to lower the lifting platform. But-
ton (2) is active for as long as it is held down.
4. When the lifting platform is at its lowest level, and button (2) is still being
pressed, this will lower the access ramp, and the user can drive off the lifting
platform.
2.03 Safety functions
Important!
Individual and specic consideration must be given to how an emergency
summoning system must work. One or more responsible people should be
appointed to help with the correct use of the lifting platform. It should always
be possible to call those responsible in any emergency situation. The users
must be informed of who holds this responsibility.
Description of emergency stop
The emergency stop must be
used in emergencies only. If the
emergency stop is activated owing
to a malfunction, the dealer must
be contacted before the LP5 &
LP5+ are used again.
The emergency stop (1) is
positioned in the centre of the
hand control. It stops all movement
when activated.
Important!
Pull out the emergency stop and briey press the hand control button twice to
restart the LP5 & the LP5+.

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Description of mechanical emergency lowering
– lifting platform
The emergency lowering must be used in
emergencies only. The emergency lowering
must be reset after use. This requires
qualied assistance.
You must contact the dealer before
using the LP5 & the LP5+ again.
Great attention and the
required mobility is needed
to use the emergency
lowering, which is why
the person responsible
for the use of the lifting
platform should be
called.
The person responsible
must have read the
manual so that he can be
called at any time to assist a user.
The platform is lowered by carefully turning the Allen screw that is located in
the oor of the lifting platform until the platform begins to descend.
Description of emergency
lowering – access ramp
The access ramp is tted with a bolt
in the actuator. Unscrew this bolt
and the access ramp opens up.
Important!
When the bolt has been removed
from the access ramp, the access
ramp is no longer attached – hold
the access ramp rmly when
removing the bolts.
Safety curtain
Ensures that nobody can move in beneath the
platform when it is at its highest level and thereby
risk getting caught when the lifting platform is
lowered. The safety curtain is tted upon delivery.

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Fitting of safety curtain
1. The surfaces of the safety curtain are pre-tted with the Velcro side of Vel-
cro tape.
2. Place a broomstick or similar through the scissors on the narrow side of
the lifting platform.
3. Put the safety curtain over the upper plate and place it on the broomstick,
freely suspended.
4. Lift and t the safety curtain, starting with the corners away from the
access ramp; press the Velcro rmly to the upper plate of the lifting platform.
5. Lift and t the safety curtain, pressing it rmly to the Velcro in the opposite
corners on the upper plate of the lifting platform.
6. Remove the broomstick.
7. Position the safety curtain so that it follows the edge of the bottom plate
on the lifting platform.
Safety cut-out function
If anyone or anything gets caught
beneath the platform when it is
lowered, the descent will stop as
soon as the safety cut-out function
is activated.
Reset the safety function by pressing
the »é« button and removing the
object that activated the safety
cut-out function.
2.04 Accessories
Extra control panel
Extra control panels with function buttons »é« »« for
mounting on walls and similar. The control panel is available
with a lock.
Remote control, infrared
Use this when there are one or more independent users.
This allows users to control the lifting platform without being
dependent on a helper.
Important!
If the user is independent, the remote control must be
fastened to him/her in such a way that it is always within
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3.00 Dismantling and transport
3.01 Transport
The LP5 & LP5+ can be dismantled in connection with transport and storage;
lifting platform, railing and access ramp.
3.02 Packaging during transport
Guldmann recommends that, when dismantled, the LP5 & LP5+ are always
transported in their original packaging.
4.00 Maintenance and storage
4.01 Cleaning
The LP5 & LP5+ are cleaned with a sponge or brush and soapy water.
The LP5 & LP5+ can be sprayed or rinsed at ordinary water pressure; they
must not be rinsed under high pressure.
Never use acids, bases or solvents for cleaning.
4.02 Storage and keeping
No special requirements.
4.03 How is corrosion avoided?
The LP5 & LP5+ are made of corrosion-resistant materials and require no
further corrosion prevention.
4.04 What maintenance is required by the owner?
Cleaning as required.

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5.00 Servicing and useful life
5.01 Useful life and servicing
The LP5 & LP5+ must be inspected in accordance with the national law and
at least once a year.
The LP5 & LP5+ have an expected life span of 15 years with regular daily
use.
The lifting actuator must be replaced after 10 000 lifts.
The life span is based on correct usage, cleaning, and maintenance, as
well as annual inspection and maintenance by qualied personnel or the
Guldmann Service Team. After this period, the LP5 & LP5+ must be assessed
by qualied personnel before future use.
Spare parts lists and drawings can be ordered from the manufacturer or the
distributor.
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5.02 Inspection – all-round
Important!
The accompanying safety chain/strap
MUST be used when a service
engineer is working under the
lifting platform.
During the service inspection, a
report must be kept of what has
been inspected and replaced.
Parts that are worn out or defective
must be replaced with new spare
parts from GuldmannTM.
1. Visually checking the product
• Check the product for signs of wear and tear.
• Check the product for any faults.
• Check that there is no other form of damage to the product.
2. Testing of the product as for normal use
• Check all the product’s functions, loaded and unloaded.
• Check that the emergency lowering works.
3. Checking the electrical state of the product
• Check electrical functions and signals.
• Check the wiring for faults and defects.
• Check the cable bushings.
• Check connection options, connectors, etc.
• Check the seal on the control box.
4. Checking the mechanical state of the product
• Clean dirt and other impurities from the product.
• Inspect and assess vital parts of the product.
• Replace any parts of the product that are defective or worn out.
• Check and tighten vital parts.
• Lubricate the product.
5. Go through point 2 again, to check that everything works.
6. Did any new problems arise/were new problems noted in point 5?
• If new problems arose, go back to point 2.
• If no new problems were noted, nish the inspection.

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5.03 Troubleshooting
1. Is the emergency stop activated?
• The emergency stop is released by turning the button until it pops out.
2. Is the platform turned on?
• Turn on the socket.
• If the platform has been disabled, wait for around 3 hours until the batteries
are charged.
3. Is there power in the socket; could the fuse have blown?
• Check the fuses and change the fuse if necessary.
4. Can the lifting platform go up but not down?
• Clean any impurities from the safety list underneath the platform.
• Check the safety list underneath the platform for other blockages.
5. Does the ramp go up and down but the platform does not go up or down?
• See point 2.
If the points above do not solve the problem, please contact the Guldmann
Service Team or your distributor.

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6.00 Technical specications
Dimensions
LP5 exterior dimensions (LxBxH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1602 x 1076 x 728 mm
64” x 43” x 29”
LP5 interior dimensions (LxB) 1602 x 900 mm
64” x 36”
LP5+ exterior dimensions (LxBxH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1602 x 1076 x 1233 mm
64” x 43” x 49”
LP5+ interior dimensions (LxB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1602 x 900 mm
64” x 36”
Safety gate (BxHxD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900 x 1100 x 55 mm
36” x 44” x 2¼”
Lifting height
LP5..........................................150to500(875)mm
6” - 20” (35”)
LP5+ without safety gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 to 500 mm
6” - 20”
LP5+ with safety gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 to 875 mm
6” - 35”
Weight
LP5............................................. 118 kg / 260 lbs.
LP5+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 kg / 330 lbs.
Safetygate......................................... 39 kg / 86 lbs.
Maximumload.................................... 250 kg / 550 lbs.
Lifting speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 mm/sec. / ½” per sec
Electrical connection .....................230V/115V (USA: 120V/115V)
Power consumption on stand-by ................................ 3W
Power consumption in use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.7 W
Batteries...........................................2x12V/4.5Ah
Gastight and maintenance-free
Cap class
Lifting platform – components ................................. IP65
Hand control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IP 67
Permissible connection time/intermittence factor
(Work/Break ratio in per cent) .................................10/90

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EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer V. Guldmann A/S
Graham Bells Vej 21-23A
DK-8200 Aarhus N
EAN country code: 57
EAN distribution No.: 07287
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Hereby declare that Product Lifting platform LP5 & LP5+
Type No. XXXXX-YYYY-ZZZZ x)
x) XXXXX: Reference No. of the product, YYYY: Serial No. of the product in the production year,
ZZZZ: Production year
was manufactured in conformity with the provisions in:
• ISO 9386-1: Power-operated lifting platforms for persons with impaired
mobility ─ Rules for safety, dimensions and functional
operation.
Part 1: Vertical lifting platforms
• EN 60601-1-1: Medical electrical equipment -
Part 1-1: General requirements for safety
• EN 60601-1-2: Medical electrical equipment -
Part 1: General requirements for safety -
2: Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility
• EN 292: Safety of machinery
according to the Council Directive 98/37/EEC of 22 June 1998
Skejby 09.01.06
Place and day of issue
Product responsible Technical Manager
7.00 EC-declaration of conformity