Adaptive Engineering AXR - Manual (Page 4)

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2. CAUTIONS:
General
1. It is the responsibility of operating staff to ensure that the aircraft is not damaged while the
wheelchair lift is in use.
2. All precise maneuvering (i.e. alignment with aircraft or parking) should be performed using the push
handles. Do not tow lift too close to aircraft.
3. Do not attempt to crank up the lift deck from on the lift. A lift operator on the ground is required.
4. When parked, the lift should be cabled and locked to a permanent structure if it is accessible to
vandalism or susceptible to jet blasts. (see general operating notes.)
5. The deck crank handle should always be returned to the vertical position and folded in except when
it is actually being cranked.
6. Passengers on wheelchairs must be accompanied by an attendant on the lift to stabilize the
wheelchair while the lift is raised and lowered.
7. When used with the Beech 1900 C and D models and the Fairchild Metro, a spotter must be used to
guard the propeller. The configuration of both planes requires particular care. Please refer to the
end of the Operating section for detailed instructions
Bridge Ramp - Ground Ramp
1. Do not attempt to extend or retract the ramps from on the lift deck or from inside the aircraft, this
must be done by the lift operator on the ground.
2. The bridge ramp must be supported by at least a 3” overlap with the floor of the aircraft for the entire
width of the ramp.
3. The end of the ground ramp should rest flat on the ground or it may become damaged when loading
or unloading passengers from the lift deck.
4. Close deck gate prior to elevating deck.
Towing
1. No passengers or equipment are to ride on lift while being towed.
2. Maximum towing speed is 8 km/hr (5 mph).
3. Wheels must be fully lowered prior to towing.
Counterbalance Springs and Gas Cylinders
1. A large amount of energy is stored in the springs and gas cylinders used for the deck and wheel
counterbalances (respectively). Improper servicing can result in serious injury. In all cases,
contact Adaptive Engineering Ltd. for detailed information regarding servicing of these
components.