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Backpacker Series
I I . S A F E T Y
LIFTING CAPABILITIES
The Backpacker Lift System is designed for a maximum lifting capacity of 350 lbs. (159 kg). Under no
circumstances should the Backpacker Lift System be made to exceed this weight limit. Subjecting the
lift system to the strain of lifting more that it is designed to may cause it to fail, resulting in damage to
the mobility product and/or injury to the lift operator. Refer to the mobility device owner’s manual for
information on the overall weight of the mobility product before lifting.
WARNING! Exceeding the maximum lift capacity of 350 lbs. (159 kg) may cause the lift system to fail,
resulting in damage to the mobility product and/or injury to the lift operator.
WARNING! Adding accessories, oversize batteries, or a different seat will increase the weight of
your mobility product. Verify with your authorized Pride Provider the total weight of your mobility
device, including additions.
INSTALLATION
Your Backpacker Lift System is an interior lift designed for installation into various brands of SUVs and
full-sized/mini vans. Read and fully understand the installation instructions provided in this manual and
related literature for your brand of vehicle before installing the lift system.
WARNING! Before drilling or cutting into the vehicle, make absolutely certain through visual
inspection that there are no obstructions, such as the fuel tank, exhaust pipes, or electrical wires,
in the path of the drill bit.
LIFTING NON-PRIDE PRODUCTS
The Backpacker Lift System is an extremely versatile device, which users may employ to lift items other
than Pride products. Pride has no control over such use, nor can Pride anticipate every possible use
to which a Backpacker Lift System may be put. Operating the lift system outside of the safe limits as
discussed in this manual or using the lift system to lift any item deemed by Pride to be incompatible
with the lift system is done at the operator’s own risk, and Pride accepts no liability for damage or injury
resulting from such use.
PRE-LIFT INSPECTION
Before operating the Backpacker Lift System, conduct a careful survey of your surroundings to ensure
that the lift system has a clear path of operation. Remove any possible obstructions before operating
the lift and do not allow children to operate or play near the lift. Ensure that all parts of the lift system are
completely fastened before loading the mobility device onto the lift platform, and make sure the mobility
device is properly secured before operating the lift system.
OPERATOR POSITIONING
The operator of the lift should stand a safe distance from the unit being lifted/lowered to ensure that his/
her feet are never positioned under the raised lift platform. The operator should also keep his/her hands
clear of the lift system during operation.
TRANSPORT VEHICLE POSITIONING
Be sure your vehicle is parked on flat, level ground before attempting to load, lift, or remove a mobility
device with the Backpacker Lift System. Make sure the vehicle emergency park brake is engaged
before loading or unloading a mobility device.
