Stair climbing system s-max sella· 160kg
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1. A 9 pin Sub D socket connector located in the climbing unit s holding de vice makes the electrical connection 11 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella 160 Kg Secure the connection with the tightening knob O EF Please always make sure that the handle seat unit is safely connec ted to the climbing unit 5 Please only connect the handle seat unit with the climbing unit if both parts are clean and dry Should there be dirt or moisture the two parts should never be connected 5 Clean and dry the Sub D socket connector with a regular cleaning cloth EF You may not connect other devices to the Sub D socket connector This could destroy the s max sella or the other electrical devices 3 2 Attach the battery pack Push the battery pack sideways into the climbing unit once connected it is automatically locked 3 3 Detach the battery pack Push down the locking lever on the climbing unit and take out the battery pack 12 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la i 160 kg 3 4 Fold out the handle seat unit Press the seat toward the back cushion O At the same time pull up the release button w D O Now pull down the seat 5 You must hear the seat click into place To fold up the s max sella please see the instructions in chapter 6 13 Tip Press down the seat so that it clicks into place properly 13 Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sel la i 160 Kg 3 5 Fold out the foot r2. 22 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr 6 5 Transportation of a person with the s max sella Please note that the s max sella was developed to be operated by one person Always use both hands when using the device ST ST Only one person may be transported with the s max sella Please practice driving with the s max sella on level ground slopes and climbing up and downstairs at first without a person sitting in the chair Also make sure that while you practise using the s max sella nobody is within close range of the potentially dangerous area underneath the device We suggest that you practice climbing up and downstairs with the single step mode activated see chapter 6 2 Also choose the lowest climbing speed for practicing see chapter 6 1 3 ee Please do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity see chapter 5 1 In the interest of your safety please always operate the s max sella from behind never sideways When a persons takes a seat on the s max sella please follow these instruc tions l First lock the steering rollers at their locking device 0 To avoid the s max sella moving when a person takes a seat you must fold out the climber in such a way that it rests on the ground 8 Turn on the device and press the UP DOWN switch direction UP until the climber touches the floor Sitting down can be facilitated by folding out the arm rests 6 If ne cessary you can remove the arm rests altogether Afte
3. 2628268 inn dadaos 41 9 2 LaDy IE 41 s MAax sella 160 kg AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 kg 1 General information Congratulations With the acquisition of this stair climbing system you have a device that will quickly become a reliable and indispensable partner in transporting physically disabled people With the s max sella you are able to transport one persons safely and ef fortlessly up and downstairs even winding stairs are no problem for the s max sella Driving on slopes is also possible The safety brakes on both si des of the s max sella ensure your safety Naturally the s max sella is also suitable to drive on level ground The device is lightweight flexible and does not take up much space The s max sella is capable of climbing stairs up to a step height of 22 cm The minimum depth of the step s surface must be 12 cm regardless of the type of stairs regular straight stairs or winding stairs The necessary step width concerning straight stairs is the width of the s max sella plus an extra 10 cm for manoeuvring The minimum platform size for u shaped stairs depends on factors Such as the wheelchair s dimensions etc Your AAT representative or your authorized dealer are happy to advise you The sticker with the device s serial number is located inside the batteries drawer Remove the battery pack and read the number 1 1 How to use this user s manual The user s manual is part of the deliv
4. turn the powered s max sella OFF as soon as It is safe 5 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the s max sella may take it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources Note There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity to the s max sella EF Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the s max sella manufacturer and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby Important EMI Information EF 20 Volts per meter V m is a generally achievable and useful immu nity level against interference from radio wave sources as of May 1994 the higher the level the greater the protection 5 This device has an immunity level of 20 V m with no accessories connected to the device 5 Nevertheless always check whether the device s electronic functions work properly before each use This is particularly impor tant if there is an aerial mast nearby 5 Please note that the s max sella may interfere with other electronic devices sensitive electro magnetic fields e g anti theft systems in department stores This may also happen if you connect other devi ces 16 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg EF Also make sure that the s max sella is not operated in close proximity to medical devices with a high potential for danger and or life sup porting functions as well as diagnostic devices 4 1 2 Climate To ensure proper functionin
5. et a Sm er ee e 5 1 3 Care and maintenance LL 5 1 4 Warranty and liability 2222 a a 5 2 Description of the product 2 2 2 2 2 a m nn 288 6 2 1 Adequate use LL Ho m ee 0 6 22 Features of the s max sella 7 23 Fem lt i s s s e soa ea ee ee ek 8 2 4 Dimensioned sketch LL KK m m nn 9 2 Standard scope of delivery 10 2 6 Optional accessories LL 2 22 m nn 10 3 Assembly 2 2 2 oa 11 Sel Handle seat gt ee s csa de a daher 11 a2 Attach the battery pack 12 3 3 Detach the battery pack 12 3 4 Fold out the handle seat unit 2 2 2 2 2 2 13 5 0 Fold out the foot rest 48 14 3 6 Arm rests eeen 14 3 7 Adjust the handle 2 2 aaa 14 3 8 Functional check 2 2 2 222 ee ee 15 4 Safety instructions 2 2 nn m nn m a 16 4 1 Special information concerning the operation 16 4 2 IMSTUCUONS sad vad ge Fen ee eae mw 17 4 3 Safety brakes L 2 2 2 nn LZ 4 4 Lining of the climber s rollers 17 4 5 NNN a s s sorce ee a es we a 17 4 6 Care and maintenance aooaa a a nn 17 4 7 Sultace CONCICIONS e es m pa m pia ae 17 4 8 Charge of the batteries 2 LL 2 var nn 18 4 9 Climbing mechanism 22 22 2 2 2 nn 18 4 10 VAN ds 18 5 Operation 22 2 aa nn 19 Bil Maximum lifting capacity 19 Dr Battery pack sa 24 u ew SG ne non 19 5 3 Safe
6. exceeding the maximum lifting capacity no regular biannual maintenance check performed by AAT Alber An triebstechnik GmbH or its authorized personnel operation of the s max sella with insufficiently charged batteries 41 Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella 160 Kg Notes 42 Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg Notes 43 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Postfach 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt Tel 449 74 31 12 95 0 Fax 449 74 31 12 95 35 www aat online de infoQaat online de
7. on a regular basis EF Ifthe lining is worn or broken please have both rollers exchanged by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 39 8 7 Cleaning All parts of the s max sella except the safety brakes and the knurled brake drums see chapter 4 3 can be cleaned with a moist cloth please use regu lar mild household cleaners EF For safety reasons please do not use a high pressure cleaning devi cel EF Please use regular mild household cleaners and make sure that no water can get into the the s max sella 8 8 Recycling The s max sella and its battery pack are products of long durability However If your s max sella is old and has reached the end of its lifespan you may re turn its components to AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer to be recycled A new law concerning electric and electronic devices ElektroG has been passed on March 24 2005 regulating the taking back and recycling of old electric and electronic devices According to the Federal Office of Environment Protection German BDU the s max sella is considered a means of transportation and does not fall un der this law concerning the recycling of old electric or electronic devices ElektroG 2 paragraph 1 sentence 1 cross reference Guideline of the Eu ropean Parliament 2002 96 EG 40 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la 160 kg AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 9 Warranty and liab
8. Stair climbing system s max sella 160kg Translation of the original user s manual Ideen bewegen mehr GB AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella 160 Kg CE Declaration of conformity The company AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH herewith declares that the products of the stair climbing system s max sella were developed and manu factured in concordance with the current regulations of the European Union EEC Guidelines 93 42 EG 2007 47 EG and 2006 42 EG This declaration becomes void if the above mentioned devices have been al tered without the consent of AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH CE Signature of the manufacturer Yn ba ill Markus Alber Managing shareholder AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH The stair climbing system s max sella has been successfully tested and certified according to the standard design for stair climbing vehicles ISO 7176 23 and DIN EN 12182 at the Technical University of Berlin Berlin Cert H TESTED AND MONITORED AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH S Postfach 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt nA Tel O 74 31 12 95 0 Fax O 74 31 1295 35 infoQaat online de www aat online de a AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg Table of contents CE Declaration of conformity 2 Table of contents 2 2 2 nn mn nn nn 3 1 General information 2 2 2 2 2 nn m m ee ee 5 1 1 How to use this users manual 5 1 IMST CUON ng eme en a wl
9. a on by pressing the ON OFF switch Activate the single step mode if necessary see chapter 6 2 Pull in the climber to its topmost position by pressing the UP DOWN switch see chapter 6 3 Tilt the s max sella slightly toward you see chapter 6 8 Drive the s max sella forward to the edge of the stairs The sensitvie rolls of the safety brakes keep the s max sella from rolling over the edge 7 Press the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN and the descending process begins The drive retracts the climber downward and touches down on the next lo wer step 29 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella 160 kg When the climber reaches the next lower step 6 it resume the load of the main wheels while those plus the climbing frame are lifted off the higher step and then moves downward away from the operator Now the main wheels and the climbing frame are moved forward away from the operator Afterwards the main wheels and the frame are lowered by retracting the climber This results in a small shift in load distribution which you will feel at the handle by a slight pull forward The main wheels rest now on the next step see picture and resume the load from the climber which is retracted further Since the single step mode Is activated every time you turn on the device the climber is pulled in entirely and then the descending process ends at this point 8 Again push the s max sella all the wa
10. acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed Ss Please always check the safety brakes before each use see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process can be accomplished quickly and without problems if you adhere closely to the following instructions A tip before you start 5 Always pull the s max sella a bit backwards during the entire clim bing process i e always keep the device under tension so that the wheels can touch down properly on the next step 1 Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 7 1 and 6 7 Turn the s max sella on by pressing the ON OFF switch Activate the single step mode if necessary see chapter 6 2 Pull in the climber to its topmost position by pressing the UP DOWN switch see chapter 6 3 Tilt the s max sella slightly toward you see chapter 6 8 Drive backwards to the stairs and move up 2 to 3 steps O Now the s max sella is in its initial position for climbing upstairs 5 Make sure that both main wheels touch the lowest step 26 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg The climbing process takes place in two intervals 7 Press the UP DOWN switch direction UP to begin the climbing pro cess by moving the climber downward 5 Always keep the device under tension during the entire climbing pro cess i e always pull it slightly backward toward you After the climber reaches the floor O it assumes the load of the main
11. aintenance and recycling To insure the s max sella safe and proper functioning we recommend a safe ty check done on the device every two years even though there might not be any outer damage or malfunction evident 5 In the interest of your safety repairs of any kind may only be done by personnel authorized by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH We are happy to inform you about the contact address of the dealer closest to you The device itself as opposed to the batteries does not need any particular maintenance except for an occasional cleaning see chapter 8 7 8 1 New user If the device goes to a new user we recommend a safety check 8 2 Charger Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to char ge your battery packs 8 2 1 Automatic charger The charger does not need any particular maintenance The scope of delivery includes the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger Plug is inserted into the wall outlet and plug into the socket on the device or the battery pack This automatic charger recharges your batteries 100 As soon as the char ging process is completed it switches to a retaining mode thus overcharging is impossible 5 Before using the charger please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger EF Exclusively use the AAT charger to charge the batteries 5 Check the charger regularly and protect it from oils grease aggressi ve cleaning ag
12. ame time 5 If you do not use the s max sella both battery packs should be con nected to the charger to increase their durability see chapter 8 3 2 EF Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to charge your battery pack 7 1 1 Exchange the battery pack 1 Turn off the s max sella using the ON OFF switch 2 Press the release button on top of the climbing unit s housing un til it disengages Now you pull out the battery pack at its handle O from Its housing 3 Push the other fully charged battery pack into its housing This establishes the power connection and locks the battery pack 5 The battery pack should always be connected to the charger to ex tend its durability see chapter 8 3 2 EF Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to charge your battery pack 7 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle We recommend the voltage converter for your vehicle if you transport the stairclimber s max sella in your car The AAT voltage converter is designed for a 12 V electrical system This voltage converter transforms 12 V 24 V di rect current D C into 230 V alternating current A C The plug of the voltage converter is plugged into the cigarette lighter in your car or into the socket of the supply system The automatic charger s 230 V connector O is plugged into the socket of the converter 33 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 8 Care m
13. angerous according to the IATA special guidelines A67 and GGVS Rn Nr 2801 A section 2 and admitted to air travel by DOT and IATA 31 6 15 Trouble shooting AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 kg If there are problems using the s max sella please check the following trou ble shooting chart and see whether you can fix them yourself problem check and potential solution s max sella cannot be turned on Is the charger connected to the s max sella If so disconnect the charging cable Is the battery pack empty If so charge the batteries Are the fuses damaged If so exchange the fuses If there is still a problem turning on the s max sella please contact your dealer s max sella do not drive Is the safety chip for the engine immobiliser inserted If so please contact your dealer Batteries don t charge Please contact your dealer Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode see chapter 6 2 2 32 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 7 Accessories 7 1 Battery pack The s max sella works with batteries and is delivered with one battery pack with charging electronics and safety latch If you use the s max sella often i e if there are not sufficient breaks for the batteries to be recharged we recommend you obtain an additional battery pack available as an accessory In such case one battery pack is in use whi le the other is being recharged at the s
14. control The speed control enables you to adjust the speed continuously When you use the s max sella for the first time please choose the lowest speed 6 1 4 Safety chip for the engine immobiliser The UP DOWN switch only works if you put the safety chip for the engine im mobiliser into its slot Please make sure that the chip is properly set to ensu re safe and continuous operations If you do not put in the chip you can turn on the s max sella but you cannot drive with it This feature makes sure that no unauthorized person uses the device 20 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 6 1 5 Control light to indicate malfunction After turning on the s max sella the green control light lights up see chapter 5 5 and remains lit which indicates that the stair climbing system is in or der and ready to use Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode After a period of 3 se conds each time a blinking signal is repeated In case of malfunction turn the device first off and then on again If there is still an indication of malfunction charge the batteries in case of low battery charge For all other cases of malfunction please call your authorized dea ler LED is blinking Identified malfunction 1x overload of the device ER battery pack undervoltage overvoltage UP DOWN switch or its supply line is damaged defective electromagnetic brake 6 x malfunction of electronics 6 2 Sing
15. d connect the battery pack to the charger whenever possible Due to the fact that the battery pack automatically goes into charge retention as soon as it is fully charged an overcharge is impossible If your battery pack does not possess its full capacity yet the reason may be that a new battery pack reaches its full capacity only after several char ging discharging cycles If fully charged batteries discharge more quickly as before they are probably used up In such case please have your authorized dealer check and replace them if necessary Tip E Ifthe s max sella is at a standstill for some time please connect it to the charger to retain the charge This does not damage the sealed lead acid batteries on the contrary it increases their durability 55 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 8 3 1 Sealed lead acid batteries There are two sealed lead acid batteries 12 V 3 3 Ah in the battery pack of the s max sella These batteries are sealed maintenance free rechargeable and of top quality The batteries of your s max sella can be discharged or recharged in any pos sible position They are considered as safe as dry cells and admitted for air travel according to DOT and IATA The durability of sealed lead acid batteries depends primarily on the char ge discharge cycle For instance you may discharge them partially more than 1000 times and use up the entire capacity more than 200 times if you avoid a tota
16. e intact You find further information in chapter 8 6 5 5 Control light and single step control After turning on the device the control light should light up and stay on Flashing of the control light indicates malfunction Further information on malfunction you find in chapter 6 1 5 The single step mode could be turned ON or OFF with the single step con trol 19 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 kg 6 Instructions for operation Before we get to the actual instructions for operation we would like to intro duce the s max sella s most important components to you 6 1 Control unit The control unit is situated on the right handle and consists of an UP DOWN switch a speed control a safety chip for the engine immobiliser and an ON OFF switch O 5 It is possible to supply you with a left handed control for additional charge 6 1 1 ON OFF switch If the s max sella is not in operation please turn the device off 5 The s max sella is equipped with a turn off feature if the device is on and has not been used for 5 minutes the turn off feature switches the s max sella off automatically In such case you can only use the s max sella again by pressing the ON OFF switch 6 1 2 UP DOWN switch With the UP DOWN switch you activate the climbing mechanism up or downstairs 5 Wait a few seconds approx 2 sec after turning on the device befo re you push the UP DOWN switch 6 1 3 Speed
17. ents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc 5 Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel EF Please do not disassemble or modify the charger 5 Please make sure that the charger is not exposed to dampness or hu midity while charging the batteries 5 Never touch the plug with moist hands 34 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 8 2 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle The voltage converter does not need particular care or maintenance Never theless check your voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil grease aggressive cleaners diluting agents and or damage due to sharp edges etc EF Before using the voltage converter please read and follow all in structions and warning notes included with the voltage converter EF Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH voltage con verter 5 Check the voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil grease aggressive cleaning agents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc 5 Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel 8 3 Battery pack The battery pack s sealed lead acid batteries should be recharged after each use Technical details for the sealed lead acid batteries you find in chapter ade The battery pack is subject to a so called self discharge Therefore you shoul
18. ery package and instruct you step by step about the safe and adequate use of the s max sella Operating the s max sella takes a certain skill Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the sa fety instructions before you use the s max sella for the first time After reading please store this user s manual at an appropriate place for furt her reference 1 2 Instruction In the interest of your safety the s max sella only be operated by trained per sonnel Instruction on how to operate the device Is part of the delivery package and takes place with your authorized dealer or an AAT representative EF Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the safety instructions before you use the s max sella for the first time 1 3 Care and maintenance One of the most important aspects concerning the maintenance of the s max sella is charging the sealed lead acid batteries They are part of the battery pack and must be charged every time after using the device Other than that your s max sella does not need much care or maintenance More extensive instructions you find in chapter 8 1 4 Warranty and liability For damage that was caused by inadequate use disregarding this manual we assume no liability whatsoever Please read chapter 9 for more detailed in formation concerning warranty and liability _ Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la 160 kg 2 Description of the pr
19. est Please fold out the foot rest to transport a person 3 6 Arm rests Insert the arm rests on both sides EF Please always make sure that they are inserted properly 3 7 Adjust the handle 3 7 1 Adjust the height of the handle Release the tightening knob O by turning counter clockwise Pull out the handle to the appropriate height maximum shoulder height Then retighten the tightening knob EF Please always make sure that the tightening knob is secure EF Please adjust the handle exactly according to instructions see pic ture Attention avoid bruising at the nut s opening 14 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg 3 7 2 Adjust the handle horizontally In very narrow staircases or on winding stairs the handles may hit the wall To be able to drive on such stairs the handles can be adjusted horizontally Release the tightening knob counter clockwise and adjust the handle ho rizontally to the desired position Then retighten the tightening knob EF Please always make sure that the tightening knob is secure 3 8 Functional check Please check the safety brakes each time before using the device see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 Please also check the safety brakes braking effect as described in chapter 6 4 1 and 6 4 2 Please check the device s electronic functions each time before using it see chapter 6 10 and 6 11 Regularly check whether the lining of the climber s rollers are
20. g it is not advisable to expose the s max sella to freezing conditions Should this be unavoidable always put the device in a non freezing environment for at least one hour before using it 4 2 Instruction The s max sella may only be operated by trained per sonnel In addition the operator should be capable of lifting 1 3 of his or her own weight Minors are not allowed to use the s max sella exempt from the above are adolescents over 16 years of age who have been trained under su pervision to operate the s max sella While using the s max sella you should always wear good shoes that do not slip 4 3 Safety brakes Please check the safety brakes each time before f DA using the s max sella see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The safety brakes particu A larly the knurled surface of the brake drums O in the wheel rims must be cleaned weekly or after contamination with spirit to ensure the optimum bra king effect ji LT TT al J Ten of we 5 Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source Li 7 ig TR 1i Ty j Min T a iy sa 11 i 5 Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit 5 Never use suds or greasy cleaners After cleaning the safety brakes must be checked as described in chapter 6 4 4 4 Lining of the climber s rollers Please check regularly whether the lining of each roller is undamaged
21. ility 9 1 Warranty AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of two years for all its products of type s max sella including all its accessory parts with the excep tion of the sealed lead acid batteries The warranty begins at the date of pur chase and covers failure of material and errors in manufacturing For the sealed lead acid batteries always assuming correct maintenance AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of one year from the date of purchase The warranty becomes void concerning defects or damage which are the re sult of the following e damage due to excessive strain e damage due to improper handling e violent damage natural wear and tear such as brake linings gliding strip housing and climber tread plate climbing rollers improper and insufficient maintenance unauthorized constructional changes or inappropriate use of the de vice or its accessories using the s max sella exceeding its maximum lifting capacity improper charging of the lead batteries 9 2 Liability The manufacturer AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH is neither liable nor re sponsible for potential damage of the s max sella in case of e improper handling of the device e repair assembly or other work performed on the s max sella by un authorized persons operation not in accordance with this user s manual extraneous parts added or connected to the s max sella parts removed from the s max sella operation
22. ith an identical one of the same amperage EF AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH could offer you replacements of the fuses 5 Before you exchange the fuses please remove the charger from the battery pack To exchange the fuse pull out the cover and the fuse 6 insert the new one and replace the cover 5 Should your fuses burn out frequently please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 38 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la i 160 kg 8 5 Check brake lining Please check the thickness of the safety brakes lining O regularly The mini mum thickness is 1 mm In case the lining is thinner than 1 mm 6 the li ning must be exchanged on both sides Please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 5 Please check the safety brakes before each use of the s max sella see also chapter 4 3 and 6 4 The safety brakes particularly the knurled surface of the brake drums in the wheel rims must be cleaned weekly or after contamination with a spirit to ensure the optimum braking effect 5 Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source 5 Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit 5 Never use suds or greasy cleaners After cleaning the safety brakes must be checked as described in chapter 6 4 8 6 Check the climbing feet Please also check the climbing feet
23. l discharge entirely A total discharge does not only lead to a loss of the batteries capacity but also shortens their durability Thus do avoid a total discharge by recharging the batteries whenever possible EF Charging your batteries is taking good care of them 5 Always charge your battery pack with the AAT charger delivered with your s max sella This particular charger automatically turns off when the batteries are fully charged keeping them from being over charged If fully charged batteries run empty faster as usual then they are probably used up In such case please have them checked and if nessesary replaced by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik or its representative Damaged batteries you can turn in at designated places for proper recycling You may also return them to your authorized AAT representative 36 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg 8 3 2 Charging the battery pack Before charging please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger Please always turn off the s max sella before you charge the batteries Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger 5 Never touch the plug with moist hands The battery pack may be charged either by means of the charging socket O on the device or if pulled out by means of the battery pack s socket 0 itself 8 3 3 Charging with the automatic charger 1 Plug in the connector O of the automatic cha
24. le step mode The single step switch O is located on the climbing unit Please activate the single step mode to practixe and in particular to climb winding stairs If you activate the UP DOWN switch in that mode the device will climb only one step at a time The climbing system stops in the correct position even If you press the UP DOWN switch continuously The climbing mechanism cannot unintentionally be activated You can take you time to move the main wheels to the next step s edge To continue climbing you simply release the UP DOWN switch and then press it again 6 3 Climber The climber see picture must be pulled in to topmost position by means of the UP DOWN switch if you want to e drive on level ground and on slopes e check the safety brakes e begin climbing upstairs or downstairs However you need to fold out the climber by activating the UP DOWN switch direction up whenever a person takes a seat in the s max sella so the device is supported by the climber please also see chapter 6 5 21 s Max sella 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr 6 4 Safety brakes There are safety brakes O located on the climbing unit on both sides 5 Please check the safety brakes each time before you use the s max ON OCA sella You may check the brake effect either on top of the stairs or on level ground as described in chapters 6 4 1 and 6 4 2 6 4 1 Test the required brake effect Pull in the climber to its upmost po
25. level lies typically below 70 dB A storing operating temperature device storaging operating temperature batteries 0 Cup to 60 C 30 C up to 50 C 0 C up to 60 C 30 C up to 50 C vibrations the weighted RMS value of acceleration the upper body is exposed to lies typically below 2 5m s Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella 160 Kg 2 4 Dimensioned sketch min 1200 max 1650 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg 2 5 Standard scope of delivery l charger including instructions 2 battery pack 3 handle seat unit for s max sella 4 climbing unit plus the user s manual Cams 3 4 7 2 6 Optional accessories 1 head rest 2 voltage converter 3 widened arm rests 4 seat belt system Including hip belt 5 hip belt 6 Increase of the climbing height ol 4 5 l 2 3 10 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la i 160 kg 3 Assembly With a few movements you can assemble the s max sella by means of several fixtures and tightening knobs Disassembly is just as easy 3 1 Handle seat unit 5 The holding device has to be parallel to the housing EF Only authorized AAT dealer or an AAT representative are allowed to adjust the holding device First connect the handle seat unit with the climbing unit by inserting the co lumn of the handle seat unit O seat pointing forward into the holding device on the climbing unit
26. oduct 2 1 Adequate use Please use the s max sella exclusively for the transportation of physically disabled persons Said persons should be able to sit properly without help otherwise you should secure them with a safety belt The latter is an accessory available at AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH In addition the arms of the person to be transported should not protrude over the arm rests during the transportation process 5 Inthe interest of your safety you may not use the stair climbing devi ce s max sella on escalators or moving belts Transporting other kinds of loads is explicitly prohibited 5 Only authorized operators may use the s max sella Therefore never leave the s max sella unattended FE Please do not use the s max sella in rain slippery and wet condi tions snow or ice due to the following potential safety hazards e g danger of slipping restricted braking effect etc Due to safety reasons the s max sella may only be operated by trai ned personnel who are physically and intellectually capable to hand le the device in all situations of operation Mastering stairs we v t Er TER sd PEES jen TEN eat i a 5 Hi mk a Tk ke y Pe i ly Driving on slopes 8 P Driving on level ground AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 2 2 Features of the s max sella handle seat unit of the sella l control unit 2 handle 3 tightening knob for the handles h
27. orizontal adjustment 4 tightening knob for the handles height adjustment DS column 6 release lever to fold the seat handle unit 7 tightening knob for the column 8 release button to unfold the seat handle unit Climbing unit 9 battery pack 10 main wheel 11 climber 12 safety brake 13 control light and single step control handle seat unit of sella 14 arm rests foldable 15 steering roller with wheel lock 16 foot rest foldable 17 tightening knob for the foot rest s height adjustment AAT Ideen bewegen mehr 2 3 Technical data s MAax sella 160 kg measurements weight height min 1200 mm max 1650 mm width handle 520 climbing unit 370 mm total 530 mm depth handle 230 mm climbing unit 320 mm total 670 mm climbing unit 16 9 kg handle seat unit 14 8 kg battery pack 3 0 kg both arm rests 1 2 kg charger 0 2 kg total weight 36 1 kg total weight approved max weight of the person 195 kg 135 kg climbing speed 8 23 steps minute continually adjustable range with one charge of the batteries on average load of 75 kg range with one charge of the batteries on maximum load approx 15 levels equates 225 steps approx 9 levels equates 135 steps maximum height of step batteries 22 cm 2x12V 3 3 Ah sealed lead acid direct current motor 24V 275 W noise level the device s A weighted noise
28. peated every 2 5 seconds the available charge of the batte ries is sufficient to transport the person safely to the bottom of the stairs Driving downstairs the motor works as a generator thus recharging the batte ries The potential steps downward therefore are not limited 4 9 Climbing mechanism The climber is for the most part covered by the housing However please make sure that during the climbing process no hands or feet get into the vicinity of the rotating areas Always keep a safe distance 4 10 Transportation EF Please carry the climbing unit at the housing as well as the battery pack s handle EF Always turn off the s max sella for transportation EE When you transport the device in vehicles please secure It accor ding to the relevant legal regulations in your country 18 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg 5 Operation 5 1 Maximum lifting capacity Please make sure that the max weight of the person of 160 kg is not excee ded 5 2 Battery pack Please make sure that the sealed lead acid batteries O are fully charged be fore you use the s max sella for the first time Extensive instructions you find in chapter 8 3 5 3 Safety brakes Before operating the s max sella check the safety brakes every single time Extensive instructions you find in chapter 6 4 5 4 Rollers attached to the climber Please check regularly whether the linings on both rollers attached to the climber ar
29. r the person to be transported has taken a seat you put the arm rests back into their original position The foot rest must be folded down to transport persons with the s max sella see chapter 3 5 Loosen the tightening knob O to ad just the foot rest in height If necessary please help the person put ting the feet on the foot rest Always check whether the foot rest is affixed properly 23 s MAax sella 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sel la f 160 kg 6 6 Operation on level ground After the person has been properly seated you may transport him or her effortlessly on level ground see picture First loosen the locking device on the steering rollers Afterwards make sure that the climber is pulled in entirely 5 You overcome a threshold by pulling the s max sella backwards over it 6 7 Adjust the handle For climbing stairs or driving on slopes comfortably and safely adjust the height of the handle O approximately to the level of the operator s shoulders Release the tightening knob O counter clockwise and adjust the handle as desired EF After adjusting the handle always make sure that it is securely faste ned 24 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella i 160 kg 6 8 Tilting the stair climbing system To drive on slopes or to climb stairs you must tilt the s max sella which can be done easily by means of the climber 1 Turn on the s max sella by pressing the ON OFF switch 2 Pres
30. rger to the socket on the s max sella O or on the battery pack 0 2 Plug in the connector to the wall outlet and the batteries are being charged The LED on the automatic charger indicates the charging process 5 Should you charge the batteries while they remain attached to the device the latter cannot be used Signals of the charger charger LED orange batteries are being charged charger LED green batteries are fully charged maintenance mode 37 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 8 3 4 Charging in a vehicle 1 Putthe plug either into the socket on the battery pack or the so cket on the s max sella please see chapter 8 3 2 2 Then put the plug O of the automatic charger into the 230 V connector of the voltage converter 3 Put the 12 V plug into the cigarette lighter Turn on the voltage converter by pushing the switch and the batte ries are being charged A control light LED on the charger and a beeper in the voltage converter al low the charging process to be monitored Signals of the charger and the voltage converter charger LED orange batteries are being charged charger LED green batteries are charged retaining of the charge voltage converter beeping 12 V supply is low 8 4 Fuses The battery pack is equipped with a 30 A fuse protected by a cover O 5 You may not mend or by pass a defect fuse Always replace it w
31. s the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN until the climber lift the main wheels at least 1 2 cm off the floor see picture 3 Put your foot on the housing and tilt the s max sella slightly toward you until you feel that the s max sella is balanced 4 The s max sella is balanced if you feel neither pull nor push in the handle 5 In order to drive on level ground the climber must be pulled in enti rely If you tilt the s max sella further or too much the safety brakes engage and the s max sella can t be moved forward any more 6 9 Operation on slopes To drive on a slope make sure the handle is adjusted appropriately see chapter 3 7 1 and 6 7 Now tilt the s max sella slightly backwards and pull in the climber entirely see chapter 6 8 6 9 1 Downhill Drive forward to the edge of the slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max sella a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated 6 9 2 Uphill Please drive backwards up a slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max sella a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated D Y ki at ia ye Ji Fe gr ea e Fria ee T Ka vy a ns igniter es gt 25 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 6 10 Climbing upstairs EF You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max sella if you have been properly trained in the device s operation EF Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by
32. see chapter 5 4 and 8 6 4 5 Lifting capacity The approved total weight of 195 kg and the max weight of the person of 160 kg may not be exceeded see chapter 5 1 EF You may under no circumstances use the s max sella to transport goods 4 6 Care and maintenance Please make sure that you charge the batte ry pack after each use of the s max sella If the s max sella is not in operation please turn off the device If the working elements of the device block turn the s max sella off immedi ately EF Repairs may be done by authorized dealers or the manufacturer only Please exclusively use AAT Alber parts and accessories Please note the extensive care and maintenance instructions in chapter 8 4 7 Condition of paths walkways etc Please make sure that the paths and walkways you use with the s max sella are free of obstacles and not slip pery Avoid operation on damaged stair linings snow ice etc 5 The s max sella may not be used in wet and rainy conditions I7 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 4 7 1 Environmental conditions Although the s max sella has been tes ted for its electro magnetic compatibility you should still check its electro nic functions before each use This is particularly important if there is an aerial mast nearby 4 8 Charge of the batteries You should only use the s max sella with fully charged batteries In case the batteries run low on the stairs a sequen ce of 2 flashes re
33. sition and tilt the s max sella backwards approximately to a 45 degree angle of the column If the s max sella cannot be pushed forward by the handle in said position but merely rolls backwards O then the required brake effect for the safe operation of the s max sella is granted If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no cir cumstances use the s max sella any more Please contact your aut horized AAT dealer or the manufacturer immediately S Should the brake not kick in you may under no circumstances use the device Please contact your authorized dealer or an AAT repre sentative immediately 6 4 2 Test the required brake effect at the top edge of the stairs 5 Please make this test without a person sitting in the chair Pull in the climber to its upmost position and tilt the s max sella backwards approximately to a 45 degree angle of the column Drive forward to the first step s edge without person If you cannot push the device over the edge of the step the required braking effect for a safe opera tion of the s max sella is granted If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no cir FE cumstances use the s max sella any more Please contact your aut horized AAT dealer or the manufacturer immediately 5 Should the brake not kick in you may under no circumstances use the device Please contact your authorized dealer or an AAT repre sentative immediately
34. ty brakes aa 19 5 4 Rollers attached tothe climber 19 D Control light and single step control 2 2 4 19 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr Instructions for operation 2 2 2 2 nn m nn nn 20 6 1 EM rv ee ee Ho 20 6 2 Single step mode 2 LE nm nn 21 63 Climber EIA 21 6 4 Safety brakes ss mn nn 22 6 5 Transportation of a person with the s max sella 23 6 6 Operation on level ground 24 6 7 Adjust the handle 2 004 24 6 8 Tilting the stair climbing system 25 6 9 Operation on slopes 08 25 6 10 CHIDINSUDSTAIS s o s ae Bu en 26 6 11 Climbing downstairs 2 22222 nn 29 6 12 Laying the s max sella down on the stairs 31 6 13 Fold up the handle seat unit Sl 6 14 Transport 2 2 bie Be en 0 0 2 4 we ee 31 6 15 Trouble shooting ae m u u n 4 u 45 32 Accessories u 2 5 rav AA ARA A 35 7 1 Battery pack 2 2 22 2 2 258208 55 7 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle 33 Care maintenance and recycling 34 8 1 New user 2 ee ee ee a 34 8 2 Charger LL 222 vaar aa 222 aan 34 8 3 Battery pack LL 2 on m 39 8 4 AE 38 8 5 Check brake lining 2 22222 a nn 39 8 6 Check the climbing feet 39 8 7 SP oe eenn onen 40 8 8 Recycling lt o ono nnen ss 40 Warranty and liability 2 2 41 9 1 Warranty 24 224
35. undamaged see chapter 8 6 Make sure that the battery pack is charged before you use the devi cel ES AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg 4 Safety instructions EF Fora safe operation of the s max sella it is important that you obser ve and adhere to all warning signs and instructions in this user s ma nual as well as the warning signs and instructions on the device itself 4 1 Special information concerning the operation Due to safety rea sons the stair climber s max sella may not be used on escalators and moving walkways 4 1 1 Environmental conditions electro magnetic compatibility Elec tro magnetic compatibility means that an electric device functions properly in its electro magnetic environment without influencing other devices in the same environment Warning Radio wave sources may affect powered device control Radio wave source Such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones can affect your s max sella Following the warning listed below should reduce the chance of unin tended brake release or movement which could result in serious injury Do not turn ON hand held personal communication devices such as citizens band CB radios and cellular phones while the s max sella is turned ON E Be aware of nearby transmitter such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them If unintended movement or brake release occurs
36. wheels while the main wheels and the frame are lifted at the same time The first interval is finished when the main wheels touch down on the next higher step and resume the load of the climber ay AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 160 Kg The second interval begins by pulling in the climber It is finished when the climber reaches its topmost position Because the s max sella is always pulled slightly backward it rolls automati cally to the next step and reaches the initial position again both main wheels touch the next step If you active the single step mode the climbing process ends here To resu me climbing you need to press the UP DOWN switch once again direction UP At this point the climbing process repeats itself as described in point 7 28 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sella i 160 kg 6 11 Climbing downstairs 5 You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max sel la if you have been properly trained in the device s operation EF Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed FE Please always check the safety brakes before each use see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process can be accomplished quickly and without problems if you adhere closely to the following instructions 1 Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 7 1 and O7 Turn the s max sell
37. y to the edge of the step 6 i e until the sensitive rolls of the safety brakes O stop the s max sella To continue descending you need to press the UP DOWN switch again di rection DOWN At this point the climbing process repeats itself as described in point 7 30 Ideen bewegen mehr s Max sel la i 160 kg 6 12 Laying the s max sella down on the stairs In an emergency the s max sella may tilt backwards and lay down on the stairs The safety brakes prevent the s max sella from rolling down see pic ture 6 13 Fold up the handle seat unit To fold up the s max sella please follow these instructions 1 Remove the arm rests see chapter 3 6 2 Fold up the foot rest see chapter 3 5 3 Push forward the release lever toward the column and fold up the seat 4 Push the seat s cushion toward the back until you hear it snap into place The s max sella can be stored in a space saving way 6 14 Transport For transportation you may remove the handle seat unit of the s max sella al together see assembly chapter 3 1 EF Please carry the climbing unit at its housing as well as the battery pack s handle F Note that the device weighs 16 9 kg 5 Always turn off the s max sella for transportation 5 When transporting the s max sella in a vehicle always secure the de vice according to the legal rules and regulations 5 The sealed lead acid batteries used in the s max sella are not consi dered d
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