Veigel COMPACT II User manual

COMPACT II HAND CONTROL
OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL
N o r t h A m e r i c aNor t h A m e r i c a

Part Number 54693
Revision C
09/15
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Fa lure to follow these nstruct ons could cause the dr ver to lose control of the veh cle
result ng n a ser ous acc dent and ser ous njury or death.
Read th s Manual Before Us ng Hand Control
This manual contains important procedures and required safety information for operatin a vehicle
equipped with the Vei el Compact II Hand Control.
You must read and understand this entire manual before drivin any vehicle that has a hand control
installed.
You must understand and follow all safety instructions in this manual when operatin the vehicle.
Unimpaired drivers who drive the vehicle with out usin the hand control must also read this manual to
be able to operate the vehicle safely.
To summarize:
• Read these instructions before drivin any vehicle with a hand control
• Follow all instructions
• Heed all warnin s and cautions
• Keep these instructions in the vehicle so they may be read by any vehicle operator
before use
Must be Installed w th Veh cles w th Automat c Transm ss on Only
The Vei el Compact II Hand Control is desi ned and indented o ly for use with automatic transmission
equipped vehicles.
Must be Profess onally Installed
The Vei el Compact II Hand Control must be installed by a professionally trained technician only.
Service and adjustments must be made by trained maintenance personnel.
Please keep this manual, and the Installation manual that come with the hand control, in your vehicle. Make
both manuals available for use by service personnel when ever adjustments or repairs are made to the hand
control.
IMPORTANT
Observe and obey all nstruct ons n th s manual. Otherw se, the manufacturer’s warranty w ll be vo d.
Vei el cannot accept liability for problems caused by ne lect or non-observance of these instructions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
SAFETY DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
PARTS AND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
BEFORE USING THE HAND CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
GET FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HAND CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
BEFORE EACH DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
BASIC USER INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ACCELERATOR AND SLOWING DOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
IDLING THE ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
BRAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
LOCKING THE BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
DISENGAGING THE HAND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
PLACING THE HAND CONTROL BACK IN TO POSITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
INSTRUCTIONS FOR NON-PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED DRIVERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
SERVICE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MOBILITY PRODUCTS & DESIGN WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
INSTALLATION SIGN-OFF SHEET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
FOR ASSISTANCE, ADDITIONAL MANUALS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
The followin icons and si nal words are used in this manual to identify information that you should pay
special attention to.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
cause bodily injury or property dama e.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do Not Drive the Vehicle with out Proper Instruction and Training
WARNING: You must understand and follow the followin safety precautions whenever
your vehicle is driven by you or others. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
• Your vehicle has now been equipped with a hand control system for use by the physically impaired
and is not intended for those untrained in its operation. Vei el hand controls are to be used strictly
by those in need of a hand control.
• Use of the Vei el hand controls by those who can adequately use the foot pedals is not authorized.
Most states and providence's require restrictions on driver licenses to operate hand controls.
• If you do not have a valid driver’s license for operatin hand controls, you should immediately
attend a driver trainin school.
Do Not Allow Unauthor zed Dr vers
• Only persons who are familiar with and depend on this hand control may drive the vehicle usin
the hand control.
• Drivers who depend on the brake lock function of the hand control are allowed to drive usin the
hand control.
• Drivers who are able to drive re ularly are not allowed to use the brake lockin device.
Prevent Acc dental Control Movement
• When drivin the vehicle usin the hand control it is recommended that you install a pedal uard
to prevent the as and brake pedals from bein accidentally applied. Ask your mobility dealer
about Vei el Pedal Guards, sold separately.
• To avoid inadvertent brakin or acceleration, be sure to keep passen ers, pets, car o, and other
objects from comin in contact with the hand control when vehicle is in use.
• To avoid inadvertent brakin or acceleration, be sure to avoid entan lement of feet or clothin
with the as and brake rods/tubes.
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Use the Hand Controls Safely
• Make sure you know how much force and control movement is required to accelerate, slow down,
and brake the vehicle. Be sure you can speed up and slow down at safe rates.
• Each driver must practice usin the hand control before drivin on public roads. Make sure you
can operate the control safely while observin ood drivin practices and payin attention to traffic
conditions.
• Non-physically impaired drivers must normally use the as and brake pedals, instead of usin the
hand control.
• The Vei el Hand Controls are only intended for ri ht-hand installation and operation. Do not
modify for left-hand operation.
• The hand control reduces the space in the foot well on the driver’s side. Make sure anyone drivin
the vehicle fits comfortably in the available space and can reach the controls without reachin or
stretchin .
Make Sure Controls are n Good Work ng Order
• Do not use the hand control if any kind of malfunction is apparent. Any dama e or malfunction must
be repaired before drivin the vehicle usin the hand controls.
• Before each drive, make sure nothin is blockin the control’s movement. The control’s full ran e
of motion must be unobstructed in all directions.
• If you detect any irre ularities, please have the unit checked by a qualified technician without delay.
• Alterations or attachments in the area of the hand control, dashboard and center console are not
permitted. Do not mount accessories (bevera e holders, cell phone carriers, etc.) on or near the
hand control.
• The hand control is for use in vehicles equipped with automatic transmission. The hand control does
not operate a clutch or shift the vehicles ear lever.
• Do not modify the hand control in any way without specific written approval by Vei el.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasin and usin the Vei el Compact II Hand Control in your vehicle.
This hand control provides hands-only operation for drivers who have no or limited use of their le s.
We are pleased to be able to provide you with increased mobility in your everyday life.
• Accelerate
• Slow down
• Idle the en ine
• Brake
• Lock the brake
IMPORTANT: Describes additional information that needs special attention
when learnin a concept or performin a procedures.
The Compact II Hand Control is made for simple and reliable operation. The control is mechanically
connected to your vehicle’s as and brake pedals (see Fi ure 1).
Use the hand control to perform the followin functions without the use of your le s:
NOTE: Provides additional information to help you better understand the
process or concept bein described.
FIGURE 1: Linka e from Hand Control to Pedals
Brake Pedal
Push Rod
Gas Pedal
Connectin Rod
Vei el Hand
Control

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PARTS AND CONTROLS
The operator components of an installed hand control are shown in Fi ure 2 and described in the
followin table.
FIGURE 2: Parts & Controls
Description
No Name:
Pull this handle to work the accelerator pedal. See “Accelerator and Slowin
Down” on pa e 7.
1 Accelerator
Handle
Use this button to lock the brake. See “Lockin the Brake” on pa e 8.2 Brake
Button
Durin maintenance or repair only. The cover opens to reveal the connec-
tions made between the hand control and the rods that operate the vehicles
3 Contoured
Cover
Use this lever to disen a e the controls and fold the hand control out of the
way. See “Disen a in the Hand Control” on pa e 8 when possible.
4Control
Release
Lever
This cover is applied to the side of the brake ear box (item 6, below).5 Lateral
Cover
Securely fastens the hand control to the inside of your vehicle.6 Brake Gear
Box
2
1
4
6
3
5

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BEFORE USING THE HAND CONTROL
The hand control and control linka e cuts down the space and adjustment area of the driver’s seat.
Therefore special dili ence for drivin the vehicle is demanded.
The physically impaired persons who have limited mobility to their le s, the use of a pedal uard for
the accelerator and brake is mandatory in order to avoid an uncontrolled activation or blocka e of
the pedals.
IMPORTANT: A pedal uard is not included in the delivery of a hand control or the installation kit.
It must be ordered separately for the specific vehicle type. Ask your mobility dealer
about Vei el/Mobility Products & Desi n Pedal Guards.
GET FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HAND CONTROL
Each installation of the Vei el Hand Control is unique. The location and position of the controls
depends on the interior space and construction of the vehicle.
Make sure your know where each control is, and be certain of your ability to quickly reach and operate
the controls comfortably.
In addition, you must be certain that the accelerator and brake controls will not be accidentally moved
when you or your passen ers enter, exit or ridin in the vehicle.
LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS
Physically impaired persons, not familiar with the use of a hand control, should make their first drivin
test on a provin round or similar location. Drivers must be certain that they can use the control to
safely operate the vehicle before drivin on public roads.
• Brake Lina e: play min. 1/8” - max. 3/16” or min. 2mm - max. 5mm.
• Accelerator Linka e: Free movement (hand control must return to idle position easily and with out
assistance).
• Accelerator must not be activated when hand control is folded out of the way.
Before each drive, please check:
BEFORE EACH DRIVE
While drivin , please observe all existin rules for traffic and safety.
ATTENTION!

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BASIC USER INSTRUCTION
FIGURE 3: Usin the Hand Control to Accelerate and Brake
WARNING: When operatin your vehicle with the Vei el Hand Control, you must always keep
your left hand on the steerin wheel to control your vehicle at all times.
ACCELERATING AND SLOWING DOWN
To accelerate, pull handle of hand control back. Hold it in this position when the desired speed is
reached.
To slow down, allow handle to move forward until you reach the desired speed.
IDLING THE ENGINE
Return to en ine idle speed by releasin handle. (When released, the handle will move
automatically to the idle position.)
Accelerate
Brake

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BRAKE
Push the handle forward to activate the brake. Durin the first brakin tests please push ently, as
only a small effort is needed to brake the vehicle.
Pull lever back to release the brake.
IMPORTANT: When fully applyin the brakes, your arm should not be fully extended. Also, you
should not have to rotate your shoulder beyond a reasonable reach to fully apply the
brakes. You may have to adjust your seat to prevent the above.
LOCKING THE BRAKE
As a startin aid, for example when standin at a hill, at a li ht or when chan in the cruisin ran e in
automatic transmissions, the hand control is equipped with a brake lock button:
In order to lock the brake, push the handle forward into the brake position. Before lettin o of the
handle, push in and hold the brake lock button on the side of the accelerator handle and release the
handle: The pressure of the pedal now holds the lock.
To unlock, sli htly push the brake lever. The lock releases automatically. There is no need to push
the brake lock button a ain.
WARNING: The brake lock button is simply a startin aid. It does not replace the use of a re ular
parkin brake (hand or foot parkin brake) and should not be used when parkin
uphill/downhill and leavin the vehicle because internal hydraulic leaka e and
dischar e will make the brake inoperative. To park the vehicle, always use the parkin
brake and put the ear lever in “P” position.
DISENGAGE THE HAND CONTROL
Dependin on the vehicle the hand control can be folded out of the way for drivers usin their feet
to work the as & brake.
IMPORTANT: Inform other drivers that the vehicle is equipped with a hand control, and demonstrate
how to disen a e it.
See Fi ure 4.
FIGURE 4: Disen a in the Accelerator Handle
Lockin Pin
Rotate lockin pin to
point downward.
Hand control can now
be folded back.

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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
This section of the manual provides information on servicin and maintainin the Vei el Hand Control.
The hand control must be kept in top operatin condition. Re ular checkups are needed, and the
vehicle must be brou ht to a qualified service professional if any abnormalities are noticed durin
divin .
WARNING: All maintenance and repair work must be done by properly trained personnel only.
Servicin is required if any part of the hand control apparatus has been dama ed
in any way or does not operate normally. Any malfunctions must be remedied
immediately by qualified personnel. Fa lure to follow these ma ntenance and
repa r nstruct ons could cause the dr ver to lose control of the veh cle
result ng n a ser ous njury or death.
INSTRUCTION FOR NON-PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED DRIVERS
Vei el recommends that the vehicle be driven only by a physically impaired persons. The hand control should
be removed or disen a ed when a non-physically impaired person is drivin .
Non-physically impaired persons could drive by usin the pedals, but:
• In order to minimize any risk, we recommend the vehicle not to be used by a non-physically impaired
persons on a re ular basis.
• Exceptions could be, amon other thin s, test drives with in the scope of servicin the vehicle or hand
control or the temporary indisposition of the handicapped person.
Remove the mandatory pedal uard to ain access to the accelerator and brake pedals.
IMPORTANT: Do not drive the vehicle usin the hand control unless you have read this entire manual,
have practiced usin the controls, and are fully capable of drivin safely with the controls.
If you want to drive with the hand control turned down, make sure that the accelerator handle is turned into
a position in which the accelerator is not activated unintentionally and the handle brake is not constrained.
If the hand control has been turned down, make sure the accelerator and brake are easily movable.
PLACING THE HAND CONTROL BACK IN POSITION
In order to et the hand control back in
operatin position, rotate lockin pin to
point upwards and push control forward to
en a e lockin pin. See Fi ure 5.
FIGURE 5: En a in the Accelerator Handle

SERVICE INFORMATION
The followin label has been attached to the packa in .
The “BZDxxxxx” marked on the label is Vei el’s part number of the hand control. It differs dependin on the
specific installation kit. The type of hand control (Classic or Compact) is identified in the installation kit manual.
Please write down the serial number of your Vei el Hand Control installation here:
SERIAL NUMBER.: ______________________________
NOTE: The serial number is important for any kind of query or request. Also state this number
when contactin Vei el.
Veigel GmbH + Co. KG 74653 Ku zelsau
..
Typ: HA Ausf:
Typzeiche :
Fabrik-Nr.: 5xxxxx-xxx
Artikel-Nr.: BZD00005
Part Number
Serial Number
Type
The entry 50xxxx-xxx states the fabrication number in order to track the fabrication. The number consists of
the production batch and serial number.
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NOTE: It is stron ly recommended that all of the above maintenance and any necessary repairs
should be done only by a NMEDA/QAP (National Mobility Equipment Dealers
Association/Quality Assurance Pro ram) certified dealer usin properly trained personnel.
WARNING: The followin maintenance should be done by your local mobility dealer. Do not
attempt maintenance or repairs on your own.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Schedule: Perform this Service
After the first 600
miles (1,000km):
• Check all screw joints - in particular, the joints to the
pedal arms
Every 6,000 - 9,000
miles (10,000 -
15,000 km):
• Grease joints and ball joints
• Reset and reti hten all screw joints
• Check the adjustment of the linka e
Every 12,000 miles
(20,000 km) or in a
interval of a year:
All bearin s (ball joints and slide bearin surfaces) have
to be lubricated with spray rease and all screws and
attachments have to be checked for ti ht fit.

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VEIGEL/MPD WARRANTY POLICY
Vei el/MPD warrants the products it manufactures to be free from defects in material and work man ship for a period of three (3) years from the
date of the ori inal customer’s purchase. All warnin messa es must be adhered to strictly, and re ular maintenance procedures must be followed.
This Warranty is effective only if the products or parts of the product have been installed in accordance with Vei el/MPD’s written
recommendations and with established installation practices and by an authorized dealer of Vei el/MPD. Vei el/MPD does not assume liability for
defective products not manufactured or supplied by it, even thou h some products are used in conjunction with Vei el/MPD products. Any and all
claims for Warranty adjustments must be ori inated within the thirty-six (36) month Warranty period and must be submitted by an authorized
Vei el/MPD dealer in accordance with established Vei el/MPD Warranty Claim pro ce dures. The properly completed Warranty Re istration (if sup-
plied with the product) must be on file at the office of for any Warranty claim to be considered. The Warranty period be ins upon installation of
the product or the date the product is placed in service.
If, within such a Warranty period, any part of the product shall be proved to Vei el/MPD’s satisfaction to be defective, such part shall be repaired
or replaced at Vei el/MPD’s option. Vei el/MPD’s sole obli ation and the customer’s exclusive remedy, hereunder, shall be limited to such part
repair or replacement.
Service under this Warranty is available from the authorized Vei el/MPD dealer who installed the equipment. If such dealer is not available, you
may call [phone] for the name of another servicin dealer or visit our website www.vei el-na.com and click on Dealer Locator.
NO RETURNS WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING A WARRANTY RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUM BER FROM VEIGEL/MPD SHIP MENTS
SENT IN FREIGHT COLLECT OR C.O.D. WILL BE REFUSED, UNLESS PRE VI OUS LY AU THO RIZED.
Vei el/MPD reserves the ri ht to inspect any product or part which is subject of a Warranty claim in order to make final de ter mi na tion of the valid-
ity of such claim. Dama e due to misuse, improper maintenance, improper installation, or dama e from mishap or collision, is not covered.
In any event, Vei el/MPD’s liability extends only to the repair or replacement of such components as are necessary to restore the product to
normal operatin condition. All other claims or liabilities are expressly denied.
This Warranty states the entire liability of Vei el/MPD with respect to the products it manufactures. It is exclusive; and in lieu of all warranties
expressed or implied, includin but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular use unless applicable by law, and
then shall not extend beyond the minimum law or the duration of the express Warranty whichever is less. Under no circumstances will Vei el/MPD
be responsible for incidental or consequential dama e arisin out of the use of any of it’s products or any breach of this Warranty, and any such
dama es are specifically excluded from this Warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how lon implied warranties last, so the above limitation with respect to implied warranties may not apply.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, or consequential dama es, so the above limitation or exclusion with respect to
incidental or consequential dama es may not apply.
This Warranty ives you, the customer, specific le al ri hts and you may have other ri hts which vary from state to state.
AGAIN, THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD (IF SUPPLIED WITH THE PRODUCT) MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT, SIGNED AND IN POS SES SION
OF MOBILITY PRODUCTS & DESIGN'S WARRANTY DEPARTMENT WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER IN STAL LA TION TO BE RE CORD ED AND RECOG-
NIZED. NO WARRANTY WILL BE AUTHORIZED UNLESS THIS IS COM PLET ED.
This Warranty is to the ori inal purchaser only and is not transferable, and applies only to vehicles with power brakes, power steerin and
automatic transmission. Any Vei el/MPD product installed on vehicles without these features is strictly prohibited.
This Warranty extends only to those products that are installed or used in personal transportation vehicles. Any other use of any of the products
manufactured by Vei el/MPD other than as prescribed, are not authorized by Vei el/MPD, and Vei el/MPD will make no warranty with respect to
such non-conformin , unauthorized use or installation. Any chan es to the product by any person or dealer, will also cause the Warranty to be null
and void. Any person or dealer who uses or installs any product of Vei el/MPD for a use other than stated above, does so at their own risk with
the full knowled e and understandin that the Warranty is null and void. Any use other than in personal transportation vehicles for handicapped
persons, unless a reed to and approved in writin by the company shall render the Warranty null and void.
This Warranty will not apply if the product is used or submitted in contests or testin pro rams. Your vehicle must conform to all Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for the Warranty to be valid.

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Intent onally Left Blank

To be filled in by authorized professional distributor or dealer. The installin dealer should maintain a
copy of the completed installation Si n-off Sheet and provide the ori inal to the customer alon with
the remainder of the Installation Manual, to be kept with the vehicle in which the hand control is
installed.
Customer:
Cut Alo g this Li e
Serial No.:
Part:
ew
used
Time:
Date of I stallatio :
Car:
Lice se Plate:
I stallatio :
Tech icia Supervisor
Sig ature:Sig ature:
Test Drive Completed
I stallatio OK
Additio al Parts eeded:
Remarks:
Part No:
All bolts tighte ed a d sealed Ball sockets are fitted with safety clips
Co ectors are secure
Li kage is movi g freely
Sufficie t pedal travel is achieved
Full throttle/idle positio s are
reached
Rods are cou tered a d secured,
safety clips are i stalled
Serial umber oted
Customer has relieved i stallatio a d
operatio ma ual
Type label attached
Cables/wires free from chafi g
Covers i stalled
All joi ts lubricated
INSTALLATION SIGN-OFF SHEET
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