Ricon S Series Reference manual

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I. S-SERIES TRANSIT USE INTRODUCTION
he RICON S-Series Transit Use Wheelchair Lift provides wheelchair access to vans and
buses. The patented movement provides smooth, safe entry and exit and easily lifts up to
800 pounds (364 kilograms). It is to be operated by a trained attendant. The lift contains a
powerful electro-hydraulic pump that includes a built-in manual backup pump. If the lift loses
electrical power, it can be raised or lowered manually.
By using the lift control switches, the lift is un-
folded out from the vehicle (deployed). The user
boards the large non-skid platform and the op-
erator uses the control switches to gently lower
the platform to the ground. After the user de-
parts, the platform is raised and folded into the
vehicle (stowed). The lift is also available with a
platform that splits and folds when stowed, pro-
viding easy vehicle access through the lift.
This manual contains warranty information,
safety precautions, operating instructions, and
maintenance information. It is important to user
safety that the lift operator be completely familiar
with the operating instructions. Once the lift is
installed, it is very important that the lift be prop-
erly maintained by following the Ricon recom-
mended maintenance and inspection instruc-
tions provided in Chapter III.
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 FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (refer to following page)
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RICON CORPORATION
FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Ricon Corporation (Ricon) warrants to the original purchaser of this product that Ricon will repair or
replace, at its option, any part that fails due to defective material or workmanship as follows:
•Repair or replace parts for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
•Labor costs for specified parts replaced under this warranty for a period of one year from the
date of purchase. A Ricon rate schedule determines the parts covered and labor allowed.
•Repair or replace lift power train parts for a period of five years from the date of purchase. A list
of parts covered can be obtained from Ricon Product Support.
If You Need to Return a Product: Return this product to Ricon. Please give as much advance no-
tice as possible, and allow a reasonable amount of time for repairs.
This Warranty does not cover:
•Malfunction or damage to product parts caused by accident, misuse, lack of proper maintenance,
neglect, improper adjustment, modification, alteration, the mechanical condition of the vehicle, road
hazards, overloading, failure to follow operating instructions, or acts of Nature (i.e., weather, light-
ning, flood).
Note: Ricon recommends that this product be inspected by a Ricon authorized service technician at
least once every six months, or sooner, if necessary. Any required maintenance should be
performed at that time.
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:
•The product has been installed or maintained by someone other than a Ricon authorized service
technician.
•The product has been modified or altered in any respect from its original design without written
authorization by Ricon.
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
authorized 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
damages, 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 trans-
ferable.
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 registration cards must be completed and returned to Ricon within 20
days for the warranty to be valid.
NOTE: The Sales/Service Personnel must review the Warranty and Operator 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,
and maintenance:
§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.
§Read and thoroughly understand the operating instructions before attempting to
operate.
§Inspect the product before each use. If an unsafe condition, unusual noises or
movements exist, do not use it until the problem is corrected.
§Stand clear of doors and platform and keep others clear during operation.
§The product requires regular periodic maintenance. A thorough inspection is rec-
ommended at least once every six months. The product should be maintained at
the highest level of performance.

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D. MAJOR LIFT COMPONENTS
The references used throughout this manual are illustrated in Figure 1-1and defined in
Table 1-1. Refer to Chapter IV “Parts Diagrams and Lists” for more details.
FIGURE 1
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1: TRANSIT
USE WHEELCHAIR LIFT

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TABLE 1-1: S-SERIES TRANSIT LIFT COMPONENT TERMINOLOGY
REF. NAME DESCRIPTION
1Left Position references when lift is viewed from outside of
vehicle.
2Right
3Front
4Rear
5Hydraulic Cylinder (Left and Right) Telescoping steel tube, which converts
hydraulic pressure into lifting force.
6Hydraulic Power
Unit Contains pump used to create hydraulic pressure to raise and fold lift, as well as a valve to unfold and lower lift.
7Manual Backup
Pump Handle Used to operate manual back up-pump when electrical power is not functional.
8Baseplate Assembly Assembly that bolts securely to the vehicle floor.
9Serial Number
Location Location of serial number decal.
10 Top/Bottom Arms (Left/Right) Upper and lower links connecting vertical
arm to base assembly.
11 Vertical Arm (Left/Right) Connects platform and top/bottom arms.
12 Handrail (Left/Right) Provide a hand-hold for platform occupant.
13 Control Pendant Hand-held device used to control the lift operating func-
tions.
14 Front Rollstop Front barrier prevents the wheelchair from slow, inadver-
tent rolling off of the platform during lift operation.
15 Platform Component of lift where the wheelchair and occupant sit
during "Up" and "Down" operations.
16 Bridgeplate
(Inboard Rollstop) Barrier prevents wheelchair from rolling off of the platform during lift operation.
17 Occupant Restraint
Belt Electrically interlocked safety belt that is intended to pre-
vent acceleration of wheelchair from platform. Lift will not
operate unless belt is properly engaged.
18 Tie-Rods (Left/Right) Links used on split platform models (only)
that cause the platform to split as it unfolds.
END OF TABLE

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