Appendix 1
Maintenance
Items required:
• Lubricant –
petroleum jelly
• Cleaning materials
1 Lubricate the rack with a small quantity of
petroleum jelly:
a Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly at
4 equally spaced points along the track in
the rack recess (Figure 63).
b Run the lift up and down the track several
times to distribute the lubricant.
2 Lubricate the swivel mechanism with a small
quantity of petroleum jelly:
a Remove the seat by unscrewing the
retaining bolt (Figure 64).
b Apply the lubricant to the nylon washer.
c Refit the seat and refit the retaining bolt
(Figure 64).
3 Check all of the safety features on the lift
as described in the 'Testing' section of the
installation manual.
4 Check that the lift still stops flush with the top
step and adjust as necessary – see page 18.
5 Sit on the lift and ride it up and down the
stairs several times:
a Listen for any unusual noises.
b Check for poor ride quality, especially
across the spliced joint.
6 Clean the track.
7 Clean the seat.
8 Clean the power pack.
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Tools required:
• None
Figure 63
Figure 64