TM Braun Vangater II Wheelchair Lifts
TM
"Providing Access to the World"
International Corporate Hdqrs: P.O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA
1-800-THE LIFT (219) 946-6153 FAX: (219) 946-4670
90305-000
July 2002
Patent #5,672,041
Patent Pending
See inside cover for warranty and registration information.
Oper ator's
Man ual
Read manual before operating lift. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
Keep manual in lift vehicle.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
LIFT TERMINOLOGY
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
3
4
5
ELECTRICAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
8-9
DECAL LOCATIONS & DESCRIPTIONS
STEPWELL CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
DROPPED FLOOR CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
MAINTENANCE
FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
MANUAL RESET CIRCUIT BREAKER
6-7
10-11
12-13
14-15
16-17
18
19
20
INTRODUCTION
Your Braun lift has been designed for optimum safety and reliability, and includes high standards of material and equipment. This, plus a strict inspection before the lift leaves our manufacturing facility, aims to ensure your complete satisfaction with our product.
The purpose of these instructions is to enable the owner / user to operate the lift safely, and continue to maintain it’s reliability. If followed conscientiously, the instructions will provide a long, trouble-free life for the equipment, and provide complete safety for the operating personnel.
Any of the independent Braun dealers, or our service department will be pleased to discuss a preventive maintenance schedule to suit your special requirements.
Because of continuous product development, the Braun Corporation reserves the right to alter the product and / or component specifications without notice.
FIELD MODIFICATIONS OF BRAUN PRODUCTS
Our exclusive ballscrew and ballnut drive is one of the safest, and most reliable lifting products you can purchase. However, modifications made to the original product may create serious results. Consequently, all field modifications performed to the original products are at the installer’s risk, and may void the warranty.
All equipment is dependant upon the operator’s ability to prevent breakdown, and perform maintenance.
Knowing the product’s proper operation, capabilities and limitations will enable the operator to advise a maintenance technician of any changes or failure of the product’s operation.
If you have any further questions concerning our products, please contact us at 1-800-THE LIFT, or any authorized Braun dealer. We welcome your comments or inquiries, so we can provide you with quality, and dependable equipment.
PART NUMBER
90305-000
REV
S

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
All the information in this manual is provided with your safety in mind. Familiarities with the lift operating instructions, electrical override instructions and manual override instructions are necessary to ensure safe and trouble free operation. Below and throughout this manual, there are safety precautions to help identify and avoid potentially hazardous situations.
ALL WARNINGS MUST BE UNDERSTOOD BEFORE OPERATING THE LIFT. If there are any questions about a warning, please ask the installer, or call our service department.
The following are warnings that MUST be followed to prevent serious bodily injury or property damage.
* READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING AND OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO
OPERATING THE LIFT.
* READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING THE LIFT.
* DISCONTINUE USE OF THE LIFT IF THE BARRIER OR LOCATOR DOES NOT FUNCTION
PROPERLY, AND NOTIFY A BRAUN DEALER IMMEDIATELY.
* WHEELCHAIR’S BRAKE(S) AND SEATBELT MUST BE SECURED, AND PASSENGER FACING
OUTWARD WHILE PLATFORM IS OCCUPIED.
* VEHICLE PARKING BRAKES MUST BE ENGAGED BEFORE LIFT IS OPERATED.
* VAN ENTRANCE DOOR(S) MUST BE OPEN AND SECURED BEFORE LIFT IS OPERATED.
* DO NOT LOAD / UNLOAD PASSENGERS IN THE PATHWAY OF VEHICLES.
* OPERATOR AND BYSTANDERS MUST KEEP CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS WHILE LIFT
IS IN USE.
* OUTBOARD BARRIER MUST BE COMPLETELY LOCKED BEFORE RAISING LIFT TO
FLOOR LEVEL.
* DO NOT USE THE LIFT’S BARRIER OR LOCATOR AS A BRAKE.
* LIFT’S INBOARD LOCATOR IS DESIGNED FOR POSITIONING PURPOSES ONLY.
* KEEP OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL AND MANUAL OVERRIDE WRENCH ACCESSIBLE.
* THE LIFT MUST BE SERVICED BY AN AUTHORIZED BRAUN DEALER.
* REPLACE ALL MISSING AND WORN DECALS.
* THE ELECTRICAL OVERRIDE IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE USED AS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY
TO OPERATE THE LIFT. HAVE A BRAUN DEALER ADDRESS THE PROBLEM AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE.
* OPERATOR MUST STOP LIFT AT ALL LOCATIONS WHILE USING ELECTRICAL
OVERRIDE.
* IF THE LEVELING CAPACITY IS EXCEEDED, AN AUTOMATIC RESET CIRCUIT BREAKER
MAY OPEN CAUSING THE LIFT FUNCTION TO CEASE FOR UP TO ONE MINUTE.
2

LIFT TERMINOLOGY
3

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The lift is powered by an electric motor attached to the ballscrew on the frame tube that operates the lift’s Up/Down functions, and an actuator on the vertical arm that operates the Stow/Deploy functions. Along with this there are (2) gear motors that control the lift’s powered inboard locator, and power fold platform (optional). The lift is operated through the functions by using (1) toggle switch, a series of limit switches and magnetic switches.
These switches are used to sequence the lift functions.
4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
21” of unoccupied space is required for the platform
to swing freely as shown on illustration.
NOTE: All functions are operated using a single toggle switch located below the Operation
Instructions decal on the frame tube cover.
TO “UNLOAD” FROM VEHICLE:
1. Push and hold toggle switch to “Deploy” position to open power door(s) if so equipped.
Release switch when door(s) are fully open; or open door(s) manually.
2. Push and hold toggle switch to “Deploy” position to unfold the (3) platform panels if
equipped with power fold. Release switch when the panels are completely unfolded; or
open (3) panels manually.
3. Push and hold toggle switch to “Deploy” position to lower platform to van floor level.
Release switch when the platform stops at the van floor level and the inboard locator is
deployed.
4. Load the passenger onto platform facing out of the vehicle; SECURE WHEELCHAIR’S
BRAKE(S) AND SEATBELT. The level up switch on the handrail may be used to
level platform if van is on an incline.
5. Push and hold toggle switch to “Deploy” to lower the platform to the ground level. If
unloading onto a curb, at least the outboard half of the platform must be in contact with
the curb surface for the end barrier and/or platform to deploy properly.
6. Release the wheelchair brake(s). Unload the passenger.
TO “LOAD” FROM GROUND LEVEL:
1. Load the passenger onto platform facing out of the vehicle; SECURE WHEELCHAIR’S
BRAKE(S) AND SEATBELT.
2. Push and hold toggle switch to “Stow” position to raise the platform to van floor level.
Release switch when platform stops at van floor level and the inboard locator is deployed.
After the outboard barrier is in the up position, the level up switch on the handrail
may be used to level the platform if van is on an incline.
3. Release the wheelchair brake(s). Unload passenger into vehicle.
4. Push and hold toggle switch to “Stow” position to raise the platform to the fully stowed
position. Release switch.
5. Push and hold toggle switch to “Stow” position to fold the (3) platform panels if equipped
with power fold. Release switch when panels are fully folded; or fold (3) panels manually.
6. Push and hold toggle switch to “Stow” position to close power door(s) if so equipped.
Release toggle switch when door(s) are fully closed; or close door(s) manually.
5

ELECTRICAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
Operator must stop lift at all locations since the limit switches will not operate while using
Electrical Override. The lift will also move faster when Electrical Override is being used.
IF THE LIFT WILL NOT OPERATE FROM GROUND LEVEL:
1. Load passenger onto platform facing out of the van; SECURE WHEELCHAIR’S
BRAKE(S) AND SEATBELT.
2. Rotate access cover as shown on FIGURE 1 to expose Electrical Override system.
3. Move the override lockout switches to “OVERRIDE” position.
4. Push the override stow/deploy switch to “STOW” position until the outboard barrier is up.
5. Push the override up/down switch to “UP” position. Bring the platform to van floor level
(RELEASE SWITCH WHEN PLATFORM CONTACTS THE VAN FLOOR).
6. Refer to FIGURE 2. Pull the hairpin out of the inboard locator pin, and slide inboard
locator link off pin. This will allow inboard locator to lower to van floor.
7. Release the wheelchair brake(s) and unload passenger into van.
8. Re-install link on inboard locator pin and replace hairpin (THIS MUST BE REPLACED
OR THE INBOARD LOCATOR MAY BE DAMAGED).
9. Push the override stow/deploy switch to “STOW” position until platform is stowed.
10. On power fold units, release the latch under the platform (on center panel) as shown on
FIGURE 3. Manually fold (3) platform panels. Move the latch back to the “locked”
position on power fold units; or latch manual fold units.
11. Rotate the access cover to the original position. Use the main control switch to close power
door(s). If this switch is inoperable, close door(s) manually.
(The preceding procedure MAY have reset the main
control function on the lift). Move override lockout
switches to “NORMAL” position, then push main
control switch to “STOW”.
6

ELECTRICAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
Operator must stop lift at all locations since the limit switches will not operate while using
Electrical Override. The lift will also move faster when Electrical Override is being used.
IF THE LIFT WILL NOT OPERATE FROM THE STOWED POSITION:
1. Use the main control switch to open power door(s). If this switch is inoperable, open
door(s) manually.
2. On power fold units, release the latch under the platform (on center panel) as shown on
FIGURE 4. Manually unfold (3) platform panels and re-lock latch. If unit is a manual
fold, release latch on side rail, and unfold (3) panels.
3. Rotate access cover as shown on FIGURE 5 to expose Electrical Override system.
4. Move the override lockout switches to “OVERRIDE” position.
5. Push the override stow/deploy switch to “DEPLOY” position until platform is level with
van floor.
6. Refer to FIGURE 6. Pull the hairpin out of the inboard locator pin, and slide inboard
locator link off pin. This will allow inboard locator to lower to van floor.
7. Load passenger onto platform facing out of the van; SECURE WHEELCHAIR’S
BRAKE(S) AND SEATBELT.
8. Re-install link on inboard locator pin and replace hairpin (IF THIS IS NOT REPLACED,
IT MAY INTERFERE WITH THE TRAVEL OF THE PLATFORM).
9. Push the override up/down switch to “DOWN” position, and operate the platform down
to ground level.
10. Push the override stow/deploy switch to “DEPLOY” position to lower the outboard barrier.
11. Release the wheelchair brake(s) and unload passenger.
(The preceding procedure MAY have reset the main control function on the lift). Move override lockout switches to “NORMAL” position, then push main control switch to “STOW”.
7

MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Before performing the instructions on this page, refer to page 20 to see if the manual
reset circuit breaker has to be reset. If the circuit breaker has been tripped, the auxiliary
override should function after resetting the breaker.
1. Use main control switch to open power door(s), if so equipped, or open door(s) manually if
switch is inoperable.
2. Manually unfold the (3) platform panels;
A. Power fold platform - Release fold latch located on bottom side of platform (refer to
FIGURE 7). This will allow the platform to swing open freely. After platform is
unfolded, re-latch.
B. Manual fold platform - Release manual fold latch on side rail and swing platform fully
open.
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 8. For easier operation of the up/down override and stow/deploy
override functions, hold the brake release switch in the “MANUAL” position while
turning the override wrench.
3. To operate the platform through the stow/deploy positions, remove the cap from the top of
the actuator on the vertical arm (refer to FIGURE 9). Place the override wrench securely on
the hex shaft. To operate the platform to the deployed, floor level position, turn the wrench
counter-clockwise. To operate the platform to the fully stowed position, turn the wrench
clockwise.
4. To get the passenger on or off the platform at floor level, you must remove the hairpin
from the inboard locator pin and slide the inboard locator link off (refer to FIGURE 10).
This will allow the locator to lower to the van floor (AFTER THE PASSENGER IS
PAST THE LOCATOR, THE LINK AND HAIRPIN MUST BE RE-INSTALLED).
5. To operate the platform through the up and down positions, remove the hole plug from
the top of the motor cover (refer to FIGURE 11). Position the wrench securely on the hex
shaft. Turn the wrench counter-clockwise to raise the platform to van floor level. Turn the
wrench clockwise to lower the platform to ground level.
8

MANUAL OVERRIDE INSTRUCTIONS
9

DECAL LOCATIONS & DESCRIPTIONS
10

DECAL LOCATIONS & DESCRIPTIONS
REF. NO. PART NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
8
9
6
7
3
4
1
2
5
90001-000 1 Braun Decal
90039-000 1 Warning - Keep Clear Of Pinch Points Decal
90307-000 1 Platform Fold Manual Override Decal
90038-000 1 Caution - Wheelchair Decal (Reflective)
90309-000 1 Handrail Switch Decal
90031-000 1 Warning - Wheelchair Decal
90080-000 1 Caution - Lift Capacity 600 Lbs Decal
90042-000 1 Caution - Keep Clear Of Moving Parts Decal
90354-000 1 Override Switches Decal (includes 9A)
10 90311-000 1 Operation Instructions Decal
11 90310-000 1 Warning - Override Operation Decal
12 90308-000 1 Up/Down Manual Override Decal
13 1 Date Of Manufacture Decal
14 90321-000 1 Stow/Up - Deploy/Down Switch Decal
15 90314-000 1 Patent/Made in USA Decal
16 90348-000 1 Inboard Locator Decal
17 1 Serial Number Decal
18 1 Lift Part Number Decal
11

STEPWELL CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
REF. NO.
PART NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
14
15
16
17
10
11
12
13
8
9
6
7
3
4
1
2
5
18
19
20
21
*
**
04975-000 1 Lift Control Assembly
93002-000 4 Sealed Limit Switch
93117-000 1 Barrier Position Sensor
04743-000 1 Up/Down Harness Assembly
93205-000
93125-000 1 Brake Override Switch
93198-000 2 DPDT Rocker Switch
93004-000 5 Momentary Toggle Switch
93201-000 1 Ravioli Relay Control
04814-000 1 Stepwell Sensor (optional)
04837-000 1 Motor Lead - Yellow
04737-000 1 Handrail Harness
04711-000 1 Power Wire - Yellow
04834-000 1 Ground Wire - Black
04712-000 1 Ground Wire - Black - Board
04823-000 1 Motor Ground Wire - Green
04831-000 1 Lift Switch Harness
04838-000
04744-000
93112-000
04746-000
04736-000
04924-000
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
Micro Roller Limit Switch
Motor Lead - Black
Ground Harness Assembly
15 Amp Breaker - Auto Reset
Deploy/Level Harness Assembly
Main Harness
Override Switch Harness
12

STEPWELL CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
13

DROPPED FLOOR CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
REF. NO.
PART NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
14
15
16
17
10
11
12
13
8
9
6
7
3
4
1
2
5
18
19
20
21
*
**
04976-000 1 Lift Control Assembly
93002-000 5 Sealed Limit Switch
93117-000 1 Barrier Position Sensor
04743-000 1 Up/Down Harness Assembly
93205-000
93125-000 1 Brake Override Switch
93198-000 2 DPDT Rocker Switch
93004-000 5 Momentary Toggle Switch
93201-000 1 Ravioli Relay Control
04814-000 1 Stepwell Sensor (optional)
04837-000 1 Motor Lead - Yellow
04737-000 1 Handrail Harness
04711-000 1 Power Wire - Yellow
04834-000 1 Ground Wire - Black
04712-000 1 Ground Wire - Black - Board
04823-000 1 Motor Ground Wire - Green
04831-000 1 Lift Switch Harness
04838-000
04744-000
93112-000
04746-000
04736-000
04924-000
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
Micro Roller Limit Switch
Motor Lead - Black
Ground Harness Assembly
15 Amp Breaker - Auto Reset
Deploy/Level Harness Assembly
Main Harness
Override Switch Harness
14

DROPPED FLOOR CONTROL PANEL & RELATED PARTS
15

MAINTENANCE
16

MAINTENANCE
4 weeks Downstop Pivot Point (2 places) or 100 cycles Upper Lift Rod Pin
Lower Lift Rod Pin
Kickout Spring (located in handrail)
Platform Hinges (6 places)
Outboard Barrier Latch
*Light Oil
*Light Oil
*Light Oil
*Light Oil
*Light Oil
*Light Oil
6 weeks Inboard Locator Latch Mechanism *White Lithium Grease or 600 cycles Check mounting fasteners
Check all fasteners (snap rings, nuts,
hairpins, etc.)
*Replace or tighten if
necessary
*Replace or tighten if
necessary
Check all pivot points for excessive wear *Replace or tighten if
necessary
1 year Platform Fold Mechanism *White Lithium Grease or 1200 cycles Ballscrew / Main Drive *Lucas Heavy Duty Oil
Clean ground cable at battery and frame
Stabilizer
Check power cables
17

FEATURES
STANDARD FEATURES:
A. Door cut-out switch: A safety feature that will not allow the platform to operate
with the van entrance door(s) closed.
B. Single switch control: All lift functions can be operated using a single momentary
toggle switch.
C. Manual tri-fold platform: Completely swings out of the way to allow 60% of
door opening for access.
D. Manual backup system: Allows the operator to run lift without a power supply.
E. Protective 80 Amp circuit breaker: Protects lifts circuitry from overloading (refer
to page 20).
F. Auxiliary electrical override system: Allows the operator to run the lift if
electrical components fail (refer to pages 6 and 7).
G. Solid state electronic circuitry: More compact and efficient form of electronics.
H. Ground level sensor switch: Senses when platform is at ground level to prevent
“jacking” of the van.
I. Electronic brake: Will eliminate platform from “coasting”.
J. Side entry platform: Makes it easier to position wheelchair on platform.
K. Variable speed control: Dealer can adjust the raise (up) and lower (down) speed
of the platform.
L. Level up feature: Will allow the platform to be adjusted level to ground by using
a single toggle switch.
OPTIONAL FEATURES:
A. Powered tri-fold platform.
B. Powered door openers.
C. Hand held pendant control.
D. Dash mounted touch pads.
E. Dash mounted toggle switches.
F. Exterior mounted locking box.
G. Exterior mounted toggle switches with key lock.
H. Exterior mounted magnetic switches with lockout.
I. Stepwell sensor / buzzer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
- 600 LBS (272 KG) LIFTING CAPACITY
LEVELING CAPACITY
(IN CENTER OF PLATFORM)
- 400 LBS (181 KG)
UNIT WEIGHT -
LIFT CYCLE TIME UNLOADED
320 LBS (145 KG)
(APPROXIMATE - BASED ON A 26” GROUND TO FLOOR)
RAISE
LOWER
STOW
-
-
-
7 SECONDS
6 SECONDS
11 SECONDS
DEPLOY
FOLD
-
-
UNFOLD -
USABLE PLATFORM DIMENSIONS
FLAT FLOOR
STANDARD
-
-
(A) WIDTH UNFOLDED -
10 SECONDS
1 SECOND
1 SECOND
29.8” W X 47.0” L (75.7 X 119.4 cm)
29.8” W X 42.6” L (75.7 X 108.2 cm)
43.6” (110.7 cm)
(B) WIDTH FOLDED -
(C) HEIGHT STOWED -
26.0” ( 66.0 cm)
47.5” (120.7 cm)
(D) GROUND TO FLOOR - 29.0” ( 73.7 cm)
ENVIRONMENT
TEMPERATURE - -40 DEG F TO 185 DEG F
(-40 DEG C TO 85 DEG C)
19

MANUAL RESET CIRCUIT BREAKER
(CIRCUIT SENTRY)
20

TM
Braun Vangater II Wheelchair Lifts
Consult your local Braun dealer regarding warranty policy.
www.braunlift.com/international
90305-000
July 2002
"Providing Access to the World"
International Corporate Hdqrs: P.O. Box 310 Winamac, IN 46996 USA
1-800-THE LIFT (219) 946-6153 FAX: (219) 946-4670
All illustrations, descriptions and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Patent #5,672,041 Patent Pending © The Braun Corporation