Ricoh PF4000 Series User manual

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I. INTRODUCTION
he RICON PF4000 Series Low-Floor Vehicle Access Ramp is an electrically operated ramp
that allows easy access to vehicles for people using mobility equipment; wheelchairs, scoot-
ers, etc. The ramp has been designed for custom installations and is operated by the vehicle
driver using a dashboard mounted control switch. When the vehicle is safely parked
with the doors open and driver
holds the control switch in the
DEPLOY position, the ramp ex-
tends from the vehicle and stops
when it contacts the ground. As a
safety function, if the ramp en-
counters an obstruction, move-
ment will automatically stop. After
the ramp is used, the driver holds
the switch in the STOW position
and the ramp retracts into the ve-
hicle. The rated load capacity is
800 pounds (364 kilograms).
This manual contains operation and maintenance instructions for the ramp. It is important to
user safety that the vehicle operators be completely familiar with the operating instructions. For
installation instructions, please refer to the service manual. Once the ramp is installed, it is very
important that it be properly maintained by following the Ricon recommended cleaning, lubrica-
tion, and inspection instructions.
If there are questions about this manual, or additional copies are needed, please contact Ricon
Product Support at one of the following locations:
Ricon Corporation
7900 Nelson Road
Panorama City, CA 91402........................................................................[phone]
Outside (818) Area Code..........................................................................[phone]
World Wide Website...................................................................WWW.RICONCORP.COM
Ricon U.K. Ltd.
Littlemoss Business Park, Littlemoss Road
Droylsden, Manchester
United Kingdom, M43 7EF................................................................([phone]
A. RICON ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (refer to following page)
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RICON CORPORATION
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Ricon Corporation (Ricon) warrantstooriginalpurchaserofthisproductthatRiconwillrepairorreplace,
atitsoption,anypartthatfailsbyreasonofdefectivematerialorworkmanshipasfollows:
•Repairorreplaceparts for aperiod of oneyear from date ofpurchase. A complete listof parts covered
bythiswarrantycanbeobtainedfromRiconProductSupport.
•Laborcostsforspecifiedpartsreplaceunderthiswarrantyforaperiodofoneyearfromdateofpur-
chase. ARiconratescheduledeterminesthepartscoveredandlaborallowed.
If You Need to Return a Product: Returnthis product to Ricon. Please give as much advance notice as
possibleandallowareasonableamountoftimeforrepairs.
This Warranty does not Cover:
•Malfunctionordamagetoproductpartscausedbyaccident,misuse,lackofpropermaintenance,ne-
glect,improperadjustment,modification,alteration,themechanicalconditionofthevehicle,roadhaz-
ards,overloading,failuretofollowoperatinginstructions,oractsofNature(i.e.,weather,lightning,
flood).
Note: RiconrecommendsthatthisproductbeinspectedbyanauthorizedRiconservicetechnicianat
leastonceeverysixmonths,orsoonerifnecessary. Anyrequiredmaintenanceshouldbeper-
formedatthattime.
WARNING!
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED TO EXACT SPECIFICATIONS.
MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY RESPECT CAN BE DANGEROUS.
This Warranty is Void if:
•TheproducthasbeeninstalledormaintainedbysomeoneotherthananauthorizedRiconservicetech-
nician.
•Theproducthasbeenmodifiedoralteredinanyrespectfromitsoriginaldesignwithoutwritten
authorizationbyRicon.
Ricon disclaims liability for any personal injury or property damage that results from operation of a
Ricon product that has been modified from the original Ricon design. No person or company is au-
thorized to change the design of this Ricon product without written authorization by Ricon.
Ricon's obligation under this warranty is exclusively limited to the repair or exchange of parts that
fail within the applicable warranty period.
Ricon assumes no responsibility for expenses or damages, including incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
Important: The warranty registration card must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20 days
after installation of this Ricon product for the warranty to be valid. The warranty is not transferable.
The warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights that vary from state to state.

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B. SHIPMENT INFORMATION
¡When the product is received, unpack the product and check for freight damage. Claims
for any damage should be made to the carrier immediately.
¡Be sure the installation kit contains all items listed on the kit packing list. Please report
any missing items immediately to Ricon Product Support. The warranty and owner's
registration cards must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20 days for the war-
ranty to be valid.
NOTE: The Sales/Product Support Personnel must review the Warranty and this Service/Owner
Manual with the user to be certain that they understand the safe operation of the product.
Instruct the user to follow the operating instructions without exception.
C. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following general safety precautions must be followed during installation, operation, ser-
vice, and maintenance:
¡Under no circumstances should installation, maintenance, repair, and adjustments be at-
tempted without the immediate presence of a person capable of rendering aid.
¡An injury, no matter how slight, should always be attended. Always administer first aid
or seek medical attention immediately.
¡Protective eye shields and appropriate clothing should be worn at all times.
¡To avoid injury, always exercise caution when operating and be certain that hands, feet,
legs, and clothing are not in the path of product movement.
¡Batteries contain acid that can burn. If acid comes in contact with skin, flush affected
area with water and wash with soap immediately.
¡Always work in a properly ventilated area. Do not smoke or use an open flame near a
battery.
¡Do not lay anything on top of a battery.
¡Check under vehicle before drilling so as not to drill into frame, subframe members, wir-
ing, hydraulic lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, etc.
¡Read and thoroughly understand the operating instructions before attempting to operate.
¡Inspect the product before each use. If an unsafe condition, unusual noises or move-
ments exists, do not use it until the problem is corrected.
¡Keep others clear during operation.
¡The product requires regular periodic maintenance. A thorough inspection is recom-
mended at least once every six months. The product must always be maintained at the
highest level of performance.

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D. PRODUCT TERMINOLOGY
The references used throughout this manual are illustrated in Figure 1-1and defined in Table
1-1. Refer to Service Manual, Chapter V for more details.
FIGURE 1-1: RAMP REFERENCE

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TABLE 1-1: PF4000 RAMP COMPONENTS
REF. NAME DESCRIPTION
1Left
2Right
3Back
4Front
Reference point from outside the vehicle looking inward.
5Ramp Enclosure Cassette type enclosure, rigidly attached to the vehicle, which con-
tains the ramp.
6Drive System Motor Electric motor used to operate the ramp.
7Drive System Components used to extend/DEPLOY and retract/ STOW the ramp.
8Ball Nut/Screw
Assembly Mechanical component of the drive system used to operate the
ramp.
9Traveling Frame Mechanical assemblies that operate the ramp and maintain ramp-
assembly alignment.
10 Ramp Assembly Assembly that extends from the vehicle during ramp operation.
11 Enclosure Door Mechanical door that protects the ramp internal components from
road debris, etc.
12 Carriage Assembly Mechanical assembly that operates the ramp assembly.
13 Sensor Assembly Magnetic device used to signal the ramp controller when the ramp is
in the fully stowed position.
END OF TABLE

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