Harmar Mobility AL500 User manual

AL500 Universal Power Chair Lift AL100 Universal Scooter Lift AL550 Automatic Power Chair Lift
AL 560 Auto Hold Down P.C. Lift
Outside Lift
Capacity: 350 lbs Capacity: 350 lbs Capacity: 350 lbs
Capacity: 350 lbs
AL030 Power Tote for
Manual Wheelchairs
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
Capacity: 100 lbs
AL300 Universal Power Chair /
Scooter Lift
Capacity: 350 lbs
AL301XL Extra Wide Power Chair /
Scooter Lift
Capacity: 350 lbs
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
MOBILIT
Y
MOBILIT
Y
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
AL010/050 Micro Power Chair /
Micro Scooter Lift
Capacity: 135 lbs
MOBILITY
MOBILITY
1

PLATFORM
KEEPER
WELDED TO
PLATFORM
LIFT
AL030 - Manual Wheelchair Lift
LIFT BODY
HITCH ADAPTER
and Stabilizer
HARDWARE PACK
HITCH POST
Unpacking the Lift
Your Universal Outside Lift was factory pre-
assembled to require little assembly before installation.
Box contents should include:
Be sure and check the contents of the box against the package check list to be sure that all parts are included with
the lift that are required for proper installation. If any parts are missing or if any damage is noted, immediately contact
the distributor from which you purchased your lift. DO NOT attempt to install or use the lift with any missing or
damaged parts.
Hardware Package
Package Check List Package Check List Contents Include:
Main lift body (# 1) Main lift body (# 1) Vehicle Wiring Harness
Hitch Post (# 2) Required Fasteners
Hitch Adapter (# 3) Keys
Black tie wraps
Instruction Manual
AL500 AL100
Hitch Post (# 2)
Hitch Adapter (# 3)
Hardware pack
Spreader Bar (# 4)
Hardware pack
Anchor Plate
AL300 AL301XL Al560
Package Check List Package Check List Package Check List
Main lift body (# 1) Main lift body (# 1) Main lift body (# 1)
Hitch Post (# 2) Hitch Post (# 2) Hitch Post (# 2)
Hitch Adapter (# 3) Hitch Adapter (# 3) Hitch Adapter (# 3)
Spreader Bar (# 4)
Rear Wheel Craddle (# 4)
Front Wheel Craddle (# 5)
Hardware pack
Hardware pack
Hardware pack
Package Check List
Main lift body (#1)
Hitch Post (#2)
Hitch Adapter (#3)
Hardware pack
AL550
1 1 1
1
22
2
233
3
3
4
4
5
NOTE: THE PLATFORM WILL NOT
UNFOLD UNTIL THE LIFT HAS BEEN
LOWERED AT LEAST AN INCH
DO NOT
LIFT
FROM
MOTOR
COVER
UNPACKING THE LIFT
11
2
3
11
2
3
4
AL010/050 - Micro Scooter / Power Chair Lift
LIFT BODY
HARDWARE
PACK
CLASS 2
Hitch Adapter
HITCH POST
THE AL010/050’s PLATFORM
HAS BEEN LEFT OFF
FOR A DECREASE IN PACKAGE
SIZE, ALLOWING NEXT DAY
SERVICE / NON-FREIGHT
SHIPPING. ATTACH TO LIFT
AT PIVOT BOLT (SEE
EXPLODED VIEW FOR
REFERENCE )
2

BEGIN ROUTING THE VEHICLE
HARNESS AT THE BATTERY
Attach the black wire to the negative terminal on the battery.
Do not attach the red wire yet.
Important Reminder: Never attempt to attach the wire harness
to a secondary power source. The harness requires direct connection
to the battery.
Caution: Route the harness away from the exhaust system, brake lines, fuel lines, gas tank, pinch points,
and sharp edges. Locate the wiring harness where it can not be snagged by road debris.
Unwind the harness and lay it flat. One end of the
harness has a black plug . This end of the harness
goes to the back of the vehicle.
Run the wiring harness under, or when possible through
the vehicle, back to the trailer hitch. Always locate the wiring
harness where it can not be snagged by road debris and
away from the vehicle's gas tank.
If the harness is too long for the vehicle, coil the
excess wire and secure it to the vehicle frame with
cable ties. Do not cut or shorten the harness.
Secure the plug about even with the end of
the hitch receiver tube.
Attach the red wire to the positive terminal on the battery.
Wire in a Standard 4-contact female flat trailer
connector to the vehicles' taillights. This will
provide power for the motor cover light.
To back
of vehicle
To vehicle's
battery
BLACK WIRE
BLACK WIRE
OR
Side mount Top mount
RED WIRE
RED WIRE
OR
Side mount Top mount
Vehicle Wiring Harness
Installation Instructions
COIL
EXCESS
WIRE
HERE
1
2
3
4
5
TRAILER PLUG
ON LIFT HARNESS MOTOR COVER
LIGHT
Ground for light is
provided by main
2 prong power
connector
BROWN WIRE
Self-resetting
Circuit Breaker
WIRING THE VEHICLE
3

Vehicle Hitch
lbs
Must NOT
Exceed Hitch
Manufacturer's
Max Tongue
Weight
OR
Xlbs
Chair /
Scooter
IF
USED
40 lbs
Swing
Away
Not for
AL030
To install an Outside Lift on a vehicle, the vehicle must be capable of accepting a Class 2 or Class 3
hitch. If you are unsure about the vehicle and hitch compatibility, contact a local hitch installer or the
web sites below. The vehicle should also be wired with standard 4 post trailer wiring.
Listed below are three websites of hitch companies that can be used as a reference
www.hitch-web.com, www.reeseprod.com, or www.draw-tite.com
Be sure to recommend a hitch installer that is reputable, insur
ed, and capable, as their work has a
direct reflection on the customers perception of a properly installed mobility lift.
Important Note: Not every vehicle is capable of having a hitch installed
Remember: Calculate the weights of the lift, mobility device, and where applicable the swing away
option, being certain that the total weight does not exceed the recommended tongue weight of the
hitch. Different types of hitches are capable of bearing different amount of tongue weight.
The lift manufacturer suggests the installer observe the vehicles Gross Vehicle Weight Ratingsand
Restrictions.
Important Note: Some states have very strict license plate obstruction laws, so be sure to familiarize
yourself with the local and state laws.
Important Note: Assure the receiver tube of the hitch is parallel to the ground. This is not a
recommendation, but rather a requirement.
If the hitch is not installed properly, it will affect the functioning of the lift.
Some vehicles will require that the rear suspension be supplemented. The manufacturer
recommends the installer contact a suspension specialist for additional technical support.
A vehicle with a Class 3 (Class 2 requires optional accessories) hitch and standard 4 post trailer
wiring is ready for installation of the lift.
PRODUCT:
AL 100
AL 500
AL 550
AL 300
AL 301XL
AL 010/050
AL 030
AL 560
WEIGHT:
98 lbs
95
112
127
110
73
60
105
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
HITCH
CLASS:
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
2 or 3
1, 2 or 3
2 or 3
++=
VEHICLE HITCH
4

AL123
Standard Class 3
AL125
Class 3 Extra long
H124
Class 3 Short
AL1232
2in Drop Class 3
AL1236
6in Drop Class 3
H128
Class 2 Short
AL1235
5in Drop Class 3
AL1265
4in Drop Class 2
AL127
Class 2 Extra long
AL126
Standard Class 2
A Hitch Adapter is the part of the lift
that plugs into a vehicle's trailer hitch.
Several hitch adapters are available
to fit the needs of differnet vehicles.
When selcting a Hitch Adapter you
should determine the hitch class and
measure the bumper distance.
Bumper distance is the length from the
trailer hitch's bolt hole to the rear most
point on the vehicle.
Hitch class is usually printed on the trailer hitch,
however it can also be determined by measuring
the inside of the receiver on the trailer hitch.
Class 2 hitches measure 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
Class 3 hitches measure 2" x 2"
Once you have determined the hitch class
and bumper distance, refer to the diagram
below to select the proper hitch adapter.
As always, Harmar Mobility's trained personnel
will be glad to assist you in selecting the
proper hitch adapter.
Shorter adapters available for
shallow hitches.
Drop adapters available for higher
than normal vehicles.
Hitch Adapters
Hitch Class Bumper Distance Bumper Distance Bumper Distance
Class II 0”-7.5” 7.5”-10” 10”-13.5”
AL126 AL127
Class III AL123 AL125 AL125
VEHICLE HITCH
5

OR
Attach Lift to Hitch Post or Swing Away
SWING AWAY
HITCH
ADAPTER
Measure from
Hitch Bar to ground
In order to determine how to assemble the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter, the distance from the
bottom of the hitch to the ground must be measured. Determine which set of holes to use to bolt
together the Hitch Post and Hitch Adapter. Use the 1/2” x 3-1/2” bolts and nuts provided and tighten.
Once you have determined the proper adjustment for the Hitch Post or Swing Away
and have attached it to the Hitch Adapter, insert the adapter into the hitch receiver
and attach it using the 1/2" x 3-1/2" bolt, , Pinch Bolt Tube and lock nut.
NOTE: Pinch Bolt Tube is added to the Class 3 reciever
bolt to prevent the lift from moving side to side
Extremely Important Note:
Valuable Installation Hint! (Using Caution),Once the lift is placed behind the vehicle, plug the
power cord into the harness that you have installed on the vehicle. Turn the key on and use the
toggle DOWN switch to raise the motor box. Continue to power the lift until the mounting holes in the
lift are even with the top hole in the Hitch Post. Attach the lift to the post using the supplied 1/2” bolt
with lock nut and washers. Using this method will allow you to attach the lift without physically having
to lift the unit and hold it while the bolt is inserted.
Route the lift power cord down the lift away from its moving parts and potential pinch points. The
cord should follow along the post and be secured with zip ties provided to allow the lift to operate
without disconnecting the power cord.
Drawings below depict a Class 3 Hitch Adapter
The installation for a Class 2 is identical
5-13" 13-15" 15-17" 17-19"
HITCH
POST
HITCH
ADAPTER
Without Swing
Away Option
With Swing
Away Option
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THIS BOLT!
It is a pivot point!
4-12" 12-14" 14-16" 16-17"
Hitch
Post
Swing
Away
CLASS 2
( 1.25 x 1.25 Solid Bar )
Pinch Bolt Tube
Not required, as
Class 2 is threaded
OR
CLASS 3
( 2 x 2 TUBE )
PINCH BOLT
TUBE
OR
Vehicle Hitch INSTALLATION
6

MOBILITY
For AL030 ONLY
Bumper Mount
( Be sure to comply with
vehicle's bumper rating )
Flat Bar Style
( Be sure to comply with
vehicle's bumper rating )
Omit stabilizer
Do not attempt to
mount up from under
FOR AL030 ONLY
( Ball Mount
Hitch adapter )
Ball Mount Hitch
Adapter and
stabilizer
Ball Mount Hitch Adapter
can NOT be used when
installing a Swing Away
Swing
Away
OR
Only Class 3 or 2
Hitch Adapters
can be used with
a Swing Away
Measure from Hitch Bar to ground
5-13" 13-15"
15-17" 17-19"
Drawings below depict a Ball Mount Hitch Adapter
The installation for a Class 2 or 3 Hitch
Adapter can be used and is identical
OMIT
STABILIZER
OMIT
STABILIZER
HITCH
POST
BALL MOUNT
HITCH
ADAPTER
INSTALLATION
7

Power Chair or Scooter
Preparation
AL600 & AL690
ALA580
U-BOLT HARDWARE KIT
ANCHOR U-BOLTS:
THE U-BOLTS ARE TO BE USED WITH POWER CHAIRS OR SCOOTERS THAT DO NOT HAVEA CENTER SEAT POST.
ON THIS TYPE OF CHAIR, THE SEAT IS NORMALLYATTACHED TO A TUBULAR FRAME. ATTACH THE U-BOLTS, TWO ON EACH SIDE,
TO THE FRAME AS SHOWN BELOW. MAKE SURE THAT THE LOOP EXTENDS TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE CHAIR TO ALLOW THE STRAP
HOOKS TO BE ATTACHED BY THE END USER.
EACH TYPE OF CHAIR WILL DIFFER SLIGHTLY AND THE PLACEMENT OF THE U-BOLTS WILL DIFFER BETWEEN DIFFERENT MODELS
AND MANUFACTURERS. PLACE THE ANCHOR U-BOLTS TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE SEAT IF POSSIBLE. BECAUSE OF THE
DIFFERENT TYPES OF SEATS, YOU MAY BE FORCED TO ATTACH THE ANCHOR U-BOLTS MORE TOWARDS THE FRONT OR REAR OF
THE SEAT, BUT WE RECOMMEND ATTACHMENT AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE CENTER OF THE SEAT.
KIT CONTAINS:
4 - 1/4-20 x 3-1/4” U-BOLTS
8 - U-BOLT BACKING PLATES
16 - SPLIT LOCK WASHERS
16 - 1/4-20 NUTS
SEAT
POST
SEAT
POST
SEAT
POST
SEAT
POST
THERE ARE 2 OPTIONS ON HOW TO ATTACH
THE STRAP HOOKS TO THE CHAIR
THAT ARE INCLUDED WITH THE LIFT.
THE ANCHOR PLATE IS A FLAT PLATE THAT IS 20” LONG WITH A SLOT IN EACH END.
THIS PLATE WILL WORK WITHANY CHAIR OR SCOOTER THAT HAS A CENTER SEAT POST
AND ATTACHES TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT.
ATTACH THE ANCHOR PLATE BY THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
ANCHOR PLATE:
1. REMOVE SEAT FROM THE CHAIR.
2. LOOSEN THE SCREWS THAT ATTACH THE PLATE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT. ALLOW ENOUGH ROOM
TO SLIDE THE ANCHOR PLATE BETWEEN THE SEATAND SEAT PLATE.
3. ATTACH THE ANCHOR PLATE IN THE CENTER OF THE SEAT PLATE WITH THE HOLES ON EACH END
EXTENDING EVENLY ON EACH SIDE OF THE SEAT.
4. RE-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS THAT HOLD THE SEAT PLATE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT.
5. REPLACE THE SEAT ON THE CHAIR.
THE ANCHOR PLATE SHOULD EXTEND ABOUT 1-1/2” OUT FROM THE SIDE OF THE CUSHION.
THIS WILL ALLOW THE USER TO ATTACH THE STRAP HOOKS TO THE ANCHOR PLATE TO SECURE
THE CHAIR TO THE LIFT.
Vehicle Hitch CHAIR PREPARATION
8

AL550 only
CHOOSING A LOCATION and MOUNTING THE DOCKING DEVICE PLATE
Find approximate
center of the chair
The closer the plate is
positioned to the drive
wheels, the easier the
chair will be to engage
the Locking Device
Drive
wheel
Use existing holes where ever possible.
If too little or no holes exist,
holes need to be drilled. Remove
power chair's batteries, and use
plate as a template.
Drill as required.
Attach to chair using supplied
hardware.
4---1/4-20 x 1.00" HHCS
4---1/4-20 Nylock Nut
WARNING: Do not attempt to use this automatic lock down device
on any folding, or take apart chairs unless recommended
by Harmar.
DOCKING
DEVICE
PLATE
ATTACHED TO PLATE
INSTALLATION
CHAIR PREPARATION
DO NOT USE SPACERS HERE
SPACERS BELONG UNDER THE
STATION ON THE PLATFORM
9

AL550 only
SETTING DOCKING DEVICE HEIGHT
0.25" 0.25"
1.00" 1.00"
0.25" 0.25"
1.00" 1.00"
1.00" 1.00"
1.00" 1.00"
1.00" 1.00"
0.25" 0.25"
1.00" 1.00"
0.50"0.50"
0.25"
0.50"
0.25"
0.50"
1.00" 1.00"
0.50" 0.50"
0.25" 0.25"
1.00" 1.00"
1.00" 1.00"
0.50" 0.50"
1.00" 1.00"
1.00" 1.00"
0.50" 0.50"
0.25" 0.25"
1.00" 1.00"
0.50" 0.50"
Measure distance of
mounting surface
to ground
Determine
number
of spacers
required for
your ground
clearance
Remove Locking
Device and insert
appropriate number
of spacers.
Re-attach to platform.
( change to longer
screws if )
necessary
1.75" - 2" No Spacers
If ground
clearance = Then use: Hardware Used:
( from hardware pack )
2.25"
.25" spacers
2.5"
2.75"
3"
3.25"
3.5"
3.75"
4"
4.25"
4.5"
4.75"
.5" spacers
.75" spacers
1" spacers
1" + .25" spacers
1"+ .5" + .25" spacers
1"+ 1" spacers
1"+ 1" + .25" spacers
1"+ 1" + .5" spacers
1"+ 1" + .5" + .25" spacers
1" + .5" spacers
1"
1.75"
2.5"
3.25"
x6
x6
x6
x6
Mounted on lift
from factory
Ground clearance
MUST be greater
than or equal to
1.75"
look down the entry
point of the
locking device
Perform lock down test
on next page to assure
installation of Docking
Device Plate and Locking
Device are correct.
Shoulder
Bolt Head
Underside
of Locking
Device
Verify the head of the shoulder bolt is
below the underside of the locking device.
UP TO A 1/4" OF SPACE IS ACCEPTABLE
Drive Chair onto Lift
PRIOR TO MOUNTING
DOCKING PLATE TO CHAIR
14"
AL600 & AL690
Vehicle Hitch CHAIR PREPARATION
10

DO NOT
With platform on the ground, drive scooter onto platform, from left (driver's side ) to right, until the rear
wheels are located in the rear wheel spreader bar assembly. Stop when the rear tires contact the ramp
on the platform.
Raise the platform on either lift until the motor's clutch
is heard ( top of travel ). Loosen both nuts on hold down arm, and thread the Hold Down Foot down to
the scooter's deck. Lower Platform about 1-2 inches. Thread Hold Down Foot down once again to
scooter's deck. Raise Platform. Verify Hold Down Foot places adequate pressure on scooter.
adjust the leg so far down that the top of the threaded rod does not protrude through the top
of the pivot tube. Once the foot is adjusted to the proper position, tighten the jam nut to lock it in place.
Once the lift is properly adjusted, lower the platform to the ground and raise it back to the
transporting position. Repeat this several times to make sure all parts are operating properly and
that the scooter is properly secured. Next, remove the scooter from the lift and using the toggle
switch, cycle the lift completely up and down to make sure that all parts are in working order and the
lift fol ds up when it is empty.
Caution: On some scooters, it may be necessa ry to temporarily move the steering tiller forward to
clear the hold down arm as it lowers into the lock down position.
Caution: Some scooters have pneumatic (air inflated) tires. If your scooter has this type tire, be
sure the tires are properly inflated. Improper inflation of the tires will change the deck height of the
scooter and therefore change the amount of clamping force the hold down arm places on the
scooter. The scooter can fall off of the lift if not properly secured.
Caution: Be sure to instruct the end user not to enter steep driveways straight on. Enter and leave
at an angle to the street so that your lift platform does not drag on the ground.
NOTE: Drive the scooter off in REVERSE. When the scooter is clear of the platform, raise the
platform by pushing up on the UP/DOWN switch.
NUT
NUT
END OF THREADED ROD
MUST PROTRUDE
THROUGH TOP OF
TUBE AND NUT
AL100
SETTING HOLD DOWN FOOT HEIGHT
Loosen top nut
and bottom nut
Turn threaded rod
to lengthen or
shorten foot
LIFT PREPARATION
11

Loosen nuts here
Slide arm up or down tube
Tighten after adjustment
N
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LIFT SHOULD HOLD
WHEELCHAIR FIRMLY
WITH THE PLATFORM
FULLY RAISED
( RAISED UNTIL
MOTOR RATCHETING
IS HEARD )
The hinge points are equipped
with tensioning washers. The
amount of force required to move
these parts is determined by the
tension of these washers.
To adjust, simply loosen or tighten
the bolt and nut located by w/ arrows.
The tension is set at the factory and
should need no adjustment.
This is noted for reference only.
Al030 HOLD DOWN ARM ADJUSTMENT
AL010/050 and AL030 PIVOT POINT ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUST TENSION
N
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Vehicle Hitch LIFT PREPARATION
12

LIFT PREPARATION
AL 560
3/16 “
ALLEN WRENCH REQUIRED
FOR ADJUSTMENT PURPOSES,
ALL PLATFORM COMPONENTS ARE
SHIPPED LOOSE
AND MUST BE FIRMLY TIGHTENED
IF NECESSARY, THE
COMPONENTS MAY BE
RE-ARRANGED FOR
FRONT or REAR
DRIVE WHEELS
X4
X4
X8
X8
USE FOR DRIVE WHEELS
USE FORDRIVE WHEELS
USE FOR DRIVE WHEELS
USE FORDRIVE WHEELS
SLIDE TO CAPTURE CHAIR’S WHEELBASE
ADJUST
BARS and
PLATFORM
SKINS TO
CAPTURE
CHAIRS
WHEELS.
ONCE ADJUSTED
BE SURE TO TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS
13

LIFT PREPARATION
HOLD DOWN ARM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
AL 560
LOOSEN BOLTS
TIGHTEN BOLTS
HIGHER ARM SETTINGS
CAN BE ACHIEVED BY
REMOVING TOP
SHAFT COLLAR,
RETRACTING
T HANDLE AND
RE-INSERTING ARM
FROM ABOVE.
THIS METHOD ALLOWS THE RED “T” HANDLE
TO REMAIN ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE KEY
AND TOGGLE SWITCHES.
DRIVE CHAIR ON PLATFORM
PULL RED “T” HANDLE
ROTATE ARM TO OVER SEAT
RAISE PLATFORM
UNTIL CLUTCH
DROP ARM
TO CONTACT SEAT
DROP ARM AGAIN
TO CONTACT SEAT
LOWER LIFT
APPROXIMATELY
2-3 INCHES
REPLACE
SHAFT
COLLAR
OR
VERIFY ARM PRODUCES
ENOUGH PRESSURE ON
SEAT TO FIRMLY HOLD
POWER CHAIR TO PLATFORM
SEAT SHOULD BE SOMEWHAT
DEFORMED BY ARM.
14

REAR
WHEELS
FRONT
WHEELS
General Operating Instructions:
Turn the key switch to the ON position. With the toggle switch, raise and lower the platform as
needed. Pushing the switch downward will cause the platform to lower. The platform will first unfold
to the horizontal position, then continue lowering to the ground. Release the UP/DOWN toggle
switch just as the platform reaches the ground. Do not attempt to raise the rear of the vehicle with
the lift or damage could be done to your lift or vehicle.
Drive the chair/scooter onto the platform as close to the center of the platform as possible. Follow
the instructions for securing the chair/scooter onto the lift. Raise the platform to the transporting
position. Now lower the platform to the ground. Repeat this action to make sure all parts are
operating properly and the chair is properly secured.
Next, remove the chair/scooter from the lift and using the toggle switch, cycle the lift completely up to
make sure that all parts are in working order and that the lift folds up when it is empty.
Make absolutely sure the chair/scooter is properly secured by the locking mechanisms. Be sure
everything is in proper working order before transporting any chair/scooter.
CAUTION: Keep hands and feet out from under the platform as it raises and lowers.
CAUTION: Before driving off with the chair/scooter on the lift, make sure that the chair/scooter is
firmly held down on the platform.
CAUTION: When driving with the chair on the lift, instruct the end user to slow down for pot holes,
speed bumps, railroad tracks, etc. The lift could be damaged by this type or similar abuse. Lifts are
subjected to exc essive loads imposed by rough driving.
CAUTION: Be sure to instruct the end user, do not enter steep driveways straight on. Enter and
leave at an angle to the street so that the lift platform does not drag on the ground.
OR
REAR
WHEELS
AL500, AL550 AL100, AL300 AL301XL
Depending on
Docking Station
Arrangement
OPERATION
15

To unload the power chair, simply turn ON the power switch and push the UP/DOWN toggle switch
to the down position. Hold the s witch down until the platform just touches and is level to the ground.
Press the red release button on the Anchor Strap Base to release the tension and unhook the strap
from the chair. Continuing to press the button, allow the strap to retract until the hook reaches the
housing. Repeat this step on each corner until all four straps are released. Drive your power chair
off the lift platform. When the power chair is clear of the platform, raise the platform by pushing up
on the UP/DOWN switch.
To bring the lift in the empty, stowed position, hold the UP switch. The platform will start up in the
horizontal position. During its travel upward, the platform will fold up into the stowed or vertical
position. Hold the switch until the platform travel stops automatically.
Courtesy Note: You may wish to advise the end user to remove the key from the power switch to
avoid any tampering with the lift.
Special Note:
(If the lift does not
operate properly,
immediately take
it to the local dealer.
DO NOT attempt to
modify the lift in
any way!)
Do not attempt to move the vehicle without the lift in the stowed or travel position. Any attempt to
move the vehicle without the lift fully up may cause damage to the lift, power chair, scooter or
vehicle.
The AL100 is shipped with the Spreader Bar Assembly already attached to the back of the platform
on the lift. You must rotate it down until the hole in the side bracket lines up with the open hole on
the attachment point on the platform. The Spreader Bar should be flat on the ground at this point.
Tighten the bolts where the Spreader Bar Assembly attaches to the platform.
Load the scooter on the center of the platform. Adjust the spreader bar according to the size of the
scooter that is being transported on the lift. Forward for smaller scooters and back for larger
scooters. Make sure that all fasteners on the Spreader Bar Assembly are t ightened before
attempting to use the lift.
With the toggle switch, raise the platform with the scooter on it. You will notice that as the lift
reached the top, the hold down arm with the foot will lower to the deck of the scooter. The foot
should put pressure down on the deck of the scooter to secure it in place while traveling. If the foot
does not reach the scooter, unthread the adjustable leg until the foot rests securely on the deck of
the scooter.
Thread the Adjustable Hold Down Foot onto the hold down arm. To begin, thread the rod completely
into the arm. Lower the platform to the ground and place the scooter to be used on the lift and using
the toggle switch, raise the platform and scooter up until it reaches the traveling position (all the way
up). The lifting motor has a clutch mechanism that will stop the lift when it reaches the top. You will
hear a clicking sound when the lift is at the top. Release the switch at this time.
The lift features 1 of 2 Manual overrides ( both in the same location )
If the vehicle or lift loses power, simply remove the caution sticker
from the top of the motor box. TURN KEY OFF, and REMOVE 2 PRONG
WIRING FROM THE LIFT TO AVIOD INJURY SHOULD
POWER SUDDENLY BE RESTORED. Some lifts require a 3/8"
socket, others require a 1/2" socket. Turn the wrench clockwise to
raise the lift and couter clockwise to lower.
Vehicle Hitch OPERATION
16

ON
DOWN
UP
THREE WAYS TO VERIFY YOUR CHAIR
IS SUCCESSFULLY LOCKED DOWN
1) AUDIBLE "CLICK or POP" SOUND
3) REVERSE TEST
2) VISUAL INDICATOR
SLOW
NOT
LOCKED
LOCKED
The yellow indicator will extend and stay
extended when the chair is successfully
locked in place.
Attempt to back the chair off the platform.
The chair will NOT move in any direction
when successfully locked.
As the chair enters the locking device,
it should be driven forward until an audible
pop or clicking sound is heard. This sound
is the locking device setting itself around
the chair's docking device pin.
AFTER ALL THREE
TESTS ARE PERFORMED
Raise platform until motor's
clicking noise is heard
Your chair is now ready
for transport. Remove key
if desired.
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3
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Insert and turn key.
Press down on switch
to lower platform.
Continue to lower as
platform automatically
unfolds. Stop when
platform reaches ground.
Slowly drive chair
unto platform as
shown.
TEST LOCKING DEVICE
LOADING THE POWER CHAIR
AL550
OPERATION
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Vehicle Hitch OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY - AL 550
VERIFY THE CHAIR HAS BEEN LOCKED INTO
THE DOCKING STATION BY ATTEMPTING TO
DRIVE CHAIR OFF IN REVERSE
THE DOCKING STATION WILL
“CLICK” or “POP” AND The YELLOW
INDICATOR WILL EXTEND
BUT THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY
TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF YOUR \
POWER CHAIR IS TO PERFORM
THE REVERSE TEST EACH TIME
YOUR POWER CHAIR IS LOADED
SLOW
TEST
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TO RELEASE CHAIR
Slide knob this direction
Slowly back chair
off platform
NOTE: During transport, vibration
may cause the chair to tighten itself in
the locking device, making the release
knob difficult to slide. To overcome this,
simply drive the chair forward a bit.
This will take pressure off the knob,
allowing an easier release.
UNLOADING THE POWER CHAIR
ON
DOWN
UP
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Insert and turn key.
Press down on switch
to lower platform.
To avoid bending over,
you may wish to release
chair from Locking Device
prior to lowering platform.
Be sure the drive wheels
are engaged, and the chair's
power is OFF.
Once the chair has left the locking device,
it automatically resets itself to accept the
next time the chair needs to be transported.
No adjustment of the release knob is required.
Raise the platform
by pressing up on
the switch until
motor's clicking
noise is heard.
Platform will fold
automatically.
Remove the key
if desired.
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3
AL550
OPERATION
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Insert Key and switch to "ON" position
Press down on Toggle switch momentarily.
Once platform has been lowered at least an
inch, unfold the platform. Continue lowering
to the ground.
Drive scooter onto platform as shown.
Raise platform until hold down foot depresses
scooter's deck or until lift's motor ratchets.
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To remove the scooter and prepare the lift
for unloaded travel, follow above steps in
reverse order and reverse the direction
of the arrows.
Lift should be raised
with the platform folded
and until the lift's motor
ratchets. Verify that the
platform keeper has
engaged the platform's
pin.
PLATFORM's PIN
PLATFORM KEEPER
LOADING A SCOOTER
AL 010 / 050
ON
DOWN
UP
"PLATFORM KEEPER"
WELDED TO
PLATFORM
Rear Wheels in Craddle
PULL to
TIGHTEN
PUSH to
RELEASE
Vehicle Hitch OPERATION
Strap the scooter down using the 4 straps
located on each corner of the platform.
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