Specifications

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Current Version Date: June 2011

Raising the Lift

To raise the wheelchair platform, pull the platform crank handle [15] out and turn it clockwise

until the platform is 2 or 3 inches above the sill of the aircraft door. (Note: When the platform

height and lift position for a particular aircraft is established, the operator may mark the platform

height on the lift post for future convenience.)

NOTE

• Ensure that the platform and its attachments do not contact the aircraft when raising or

lowering the platform.

• The lift crank handle should be folded in the vertical position when not in use.

• Keep a slight outward pull on the handle when cranking to prevent it from folding in.

• Do not attempt to crank up the lift platform while on the lift.

• The lift may squeak under normal operating conditions.

• Do not lubricate any parts of the lift. Lubrication can damage braking components

causing a safety hazard.

Extending the Bridge Ramp

1. With the platform set 2 or 3 inches above the sill of the aircraft door, the bridge ramp [13] can

be extended into the doorway by turning the bridge ramp extension crank [19] counter-

clockwise.

2. Check that the ramp is properly aligned with the doorway and no part of the ramp contacts the

aircraft. Several inches of sideways float allows the attendant to position the ramp within the

doorway by pushing or pulling the ramp to the side.

3. Ensure that the end of the bridge ramp is extended so that it overlaps the sill by at least 3" for

the entire width of the ramp.

4. When the bridge ramp is in position, the platform must be lowered (turning the lifting crank

[15] counter-clockwise) so that the end of the bridge ramp rests securely on the doorway sill.

As the bridge ramp is lowered into position, the bridge ramp gate [52] will automatically open.

NOTE

• The bridge ramp must be properly aligned with the doorway. Extending the ramp into the side

of the aircraft can cause damage to the aircraft.

• The entire width of the bridge ramp must overlap the doorway sill by at least 3".

• Do not attempt to extend or retract the bridge ramp while on the wheelchair platform.

• If the bridge ramp gate does not automatically fully open, re-check the ramp overlap and

platform height.

• The AX lift can be used to transfer passengers to aircraft floor heights up to 73”. The AXR

can access aircraft floor heights up to 110”.