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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance is necessary to en-
sure safe and trouble-free Ramp-
van operation. General preventive
maintenance consisting of inspec-
tions of your Rampvan systems
along with cleaning and lubricating
procedures should be a part of
your routine (lubrication require-
ments are minimal). Regular pre-
ventive maintenance procedures
will increase the service life of the
Rampvan, as well as enhance
safety.
During routine inspections, oper-
ate all Rampvan systems and note
the following (as equipped):
• Is the power source adequate or
weak?
• Does the electronic control
system function properly?
• Do the control switches function
properly?
• Does the kneel system function
properly?
• Does the power slide door func-
tion properly?
• Does the ramp deploy and stow
properly?
• Inspect wheelchair and occu-
pant restraint belts, buckles and
hardware for damage, wear,
abnormal condition or improper
operation.
Rampvan ramps are equipped
with sealed bearings and Tef-
lon™ bushings to decrease wear,
provide smooth operation and
extend the service life of the ramp.
These components do not require
lubrication under normal condi-
tions (although the ramp should be
inspected and cleaned routinely).
Light oil should be applied to the
outboard ramp extension hinge.
Clean the components and the
surrounding area before applying
lubricants. LPS2 General Purpose
Penetrating Oil is recommended
by and available from the Braun
Corporation (part number 15807).
Use of improper lubricants can
attract dirt or other contaminants
which could result in wear or dam-
age to components.
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points approximately every four
weeks or 100 cycles. These inter-
vals are a general guideline and
will vary according to frequency of
use and conditions. Exposure to
severe conditions (weather, envi-
ronment, heavy usage, etc.) may
require inspection and mainte-
nance procedures to be performed
more often.