s-max 160 kg
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1. s 17 5 4 Rollers attached toclimber 17 5 5 Control lights an 17 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg Instructions for operation 6 1 Control UNITE uus acce sce ceo o wc wo WO Rue ARV OC 6 2 Single step control ecs s as e e ee s 6 3 UMBC y er e we e eee Ws Ge ak Ge e Gee ok 14 6 4 Safety brakes 2 ee 6 5 Attach s max to or detach it from the wheelchair 6 6 Transportation of a person with the s max Operation on level ground Adjust the handle Tilting the stair climbing system Operation on slopes s Climbing upstairs Climbing downstairs a oao a a a Laying the s max on the stairs Transportation s en Trouble shooting RAR eRe OO ON OBRWNFRO CC SSONIGS ck ee See ERA aa Battery Pack uu uoo a e de a Voltage converter for your vehicle P 0900000000 Fa N Care maintenance and recycling 8 1 NEW USE to ecu easpa owes a W ee eo P At deed 8 2 EN uuu ek ee oe E uod 8 3 Battery packs os fe ae ten oe kx fex af 8 4 FUSES icc ar were oben xwoden s Ee js We E ue Medi 8 5 Check brake lining sn 8 6 Check the climber feet 8 7 Cleaning a lens 8 8 Recycling um om om Ake A m URS RS XE UR Warranty and liability 9 1 Warranty d ke Rok ode exo ek2. 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 drive on level ground and on slopes check the safety brakes 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 so the de vice is supported by the climber please also see chapter 6 6 1 19 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 4 Safety brakes There are safety brakes O located on the climbing unit on both sides Please check the safety brakes each time before you use the s max You may check the brake effect either on top of the stairs or on level ground as described in 6 4 1 and 6 4 2 6 4 1 Test the required brake effect Pull in the climber to its upmost position and tilt the s max backwards ap proximately to a 45 degree angle of the column 6 If the s max cannot be pushed forward by the handle in said position but merely rolls backwards then the required brake effect for the safe operati on of the s max is granted Important If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no circumstances use the s max any more Please contact your authorized AAT Alber dealer or the manufacturer immediately Should the brake not kick in you may under no circums
3. 13 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 4 Safety instructions For a safe operation of the s max it is important that you observe and adhere to all warning signs and instructions in this user s manual 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 may not be used on escalators and moving walk ways 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 Following the warning listed below should reduce the chance of unintended 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 is tur ned ON Be aware of nearby transmitter such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 7 f unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the powered s max OFF as soon as it is safe Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the s max ma
4. Assoon as the rod is all the way in the bracket the wheelchair is lif ted Release the UP DOWN switch when the wheechair s wheels are approximately 1cm off the ground 6 5 5 Fix the s max to the wheelchair l Take one of the quick pins O and with your thumb push down the lo cking bolt in the middle 2 Put the quick pin all the way into the drilled hole of one of the up per brackets on the wheelchair and release the locking bolt 3 Now take the other locking pin and put it into the other bracket on the wheelchair as described in point 2 Only by using quick pins a strong connection between s max and wheelchair is secured 22 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 5 6 Remove the wheelchair s wheels anti tilt supports To move the wheelchair with the s max up and downstairs you need to remo ve the wheelchair s big wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with anti tilt supports they must be removed before climbing stairs After the climbing process they should be reattached The wheels must be lifted approximately 1 cm off the floor After mounting the s max to the wheelchair with the quick pins if necessary push the UP DOWN switch in direction UP until the device plus chair is lifted accor dingly by the climber l The axles of the wheelchair s wheels are equipped with a quick relea se system With your index finger push in the locking bolt in the middle of the quick release system which releases t
5. Damaged batteries you can turn in at designated places for proper recycling You may also return them to your authorized AAT representative 34 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max l 60 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 before you charge the batteries Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger 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 itself 8 3 3 Charging with the automatic charger 1 Plugin the connector O of the automatic charger to the socket on the s max O or on the battery pack 6 2 Plugin the connector to the the wall outlet and the batteries are being charged The LED on the automatic charges indicates the charging process 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 35 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 8 3 4 Charging in a vehicle 1 Put the charger s plug either into the socket on the battery pack or the socket on the s max please see
6. bewegen mehr 6 11 Climbing upstairs You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max if you have been properly trained in the device s operation Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed Please always check the safety brakes before using the s max see chapters 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process can be accomblished quickly and without problems if you adhere closely to the following instructions A tip before you start Always pull the s max a bit backwards during the entire climbing pro cess i e always keep the device under tension so that the wheels can touch down properly on the next step Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 4 and 6 8 Turn the s max on by pressing the ON OFF switch Activate the single step mode if necessary see chapter 6 2 Xe Ip Pull in the climber to its topmost position by pressing the UP DOWN switch see chapter 6 3 5 Tilt the s max slightly toward you see chapter 6 9 6 Drive backwards to the stairs 0 and move up 2 to 3 steps Now the s max is in its initial position for climbing upstairs Make sure that both main wheels touch the lowest step 6 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 Always keep the device under te
7. 160 kg 6 Instructions for operation Before we get to the actual instructions for operation we would like to intro duce the s max 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 O a speed control a safety chip for the engine immobiliser and an ON OFF switch O It is possible to supply you with a left handed control for additional charge 6 1 1 ON OFF switch If the s max is not in operation please turn the device off The s max 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 off automatically In such case you can only use the s max 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 Wait a few seconds approx 2 sec after turning on the device before you push the UP DOWN switch 6 1 3 Speed control The speed control enables you to adjust the speed continuously When you use the s max 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 operation If you do not put in the chip you can turn on the s max but you cannot drive w
8. Stair Climbing System s max 160 kg Translation of the original user s manual GB Ideen bewegen mehr AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg CE Declaration of conformity The company AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH herewith declares that the products of the stair climbing system s max were developed and manufac tured 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 Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH CE Signature of the manufacturer nba ill Markus Alber Managing shareholder AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH The stair climbing system s max 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 TESTED AND MONITORED AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Postfach 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt Tel O 74 31 12 95 0 Fax O 74 31 12 95 35 info aat online de www aat online de g gb 06 2011 s max 160k AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg Table of contents CE Declaration of conformity 2 Table of contents 3 1 General information rn 5 I1 How to use this users manual 5 1 2 INSTITUCION arn nomm 446 4 hen RBS 5 1 3 Care and ma
9. ach use of the s max If the s max is not in operation please turn off the device If the working elements of the device block turn the s max off immediately 9 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 are free of obstacles and not slippery Avoid operation on damaged stair linings snow ice etc The s max may not be used in wet and rainy conditions 4 8 1 Environmental conditions Although the s max has been tested for its electro magnetic compatibility you should still check its electronic 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 with fully charged batteries In case the batteries run low on the stairs a sequence of 2 flashes repeated every 2 5 seconds the available charge of the batteries is sufficient to transport the person safely to the bottom of the stairs Driving downstairs the motor works as a generator thus recharging the batteries The potential steps downward therefore are not limited 15 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 4 9 Climbing mechanism The climber is for the most part covered by the housing However please make sure t
10. both sides 10 climber 11 safety brakes 12 lower rod 13 single step switch and control lights AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 2 3 Technical data height 2 1200 mm max 1650 mm measurements width handle 520 mm climbing unit 2 370 mm depth climbing unit 320 mm handle 230 mm climbing unit 2 16 9 kg handle 3 2 kg weight battery pack 3 0 kg charger 0 2 kg total weight 23 3 kg total weight approved 180 kg max weight of the person 135 kg climbing speed 8 23 steps minute continually adjustable range with one charge of the batteries on average load of 75 kg approx 15 levels equates 225 steps range with one charge of the batteries on maximum load approx 9 levels equates 135 steps maximum height of step 22 cm batteries 2x12V 3 3 Ah sealed lead acid direct current motor 24V 275W noise level the device s A weighted noise level lies typically below 70 dB A storing operating temperature device 0 C up to 60 C 30 C up to 50 C storing operating temperature batteries 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 5 m s Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 2 4 Dimensioned sketch AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 2 5 Standard scope of delivery 1 cha
11. by step about the safe and adequate use of the s max Operating the s max ta kes 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 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 may 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 Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the safety instructions before you use the s max for the first time 1 3 Care and maintenance One of the most important aspects concerning the maintenance of the s max 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 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 Guu Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 2 Description of the product 2 1 Adequate use Please use the s max exclusively for the transportation o
12. changed on both sides Please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer Please check the safety brakes before each use of the s max 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 spirit to en sure the optimum braking effect Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit 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 6 on a regular basis E Ifthe lining is worn or broken please have both rollers exchanged by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 8 7 Cleaning All parts of the s max except the safety brakes and the knurled brake drums see chapter 4 3 can be cleaned with a moist cloth please use regular mild household cleaners For safety reasons please do not use a high pressure cleaning devi ce Please use regular mild household cleaners and make sure that no water can get into the the s max Please make sure that your wheelchair is cleaned according to the manufacturer s specifications 8 8 Recycling The s max and its battery pack are produ
13. chapter 8 3 2 2 Then put the plug O of the automatic charger into the 230 V socket 1 of O the voltage converter 3 Putthe 12 V plug into the cigarette lighter Turn on the voltage converter by pushing the switch and the battery pack is being charged A control light LED on the charger and a beeper in the voltage converter al gt 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 8 You may not mend or by pass a defect fuse Always replace it with an identical one of the same amperage AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH could offer you replacements of the fuses Before you exchange the fuses please remove the charger from the battery pack To exchange the fuse remove the cover and pull out the fuse 6 insert the new one and replace the cover Should your fuses burn out frequently please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 36 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 8 5 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 8 the li ning must be ex
14. cts of long durability However if your s max is old and has reached the end of its lifespan you may return 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 is considered a means of transportation and does not fall under this law concerning the recycling of old electric or electronic devices Elek troG 2 paragraph 1 sentence 1 cross reference Guideline of the European Parliament 2002 96 EG 37 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 9 Warranty and liability 9 1 Warranty AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of two years for all its products of type s max including all its accessory parts with the exception of the sealed lead acid batteries The warranty begins at the date of purchase 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 damage due to excessive strain damage due to improper handling violent damage natural wear and tear such a
15. de ede 9 2 Liability ee Room Room Roo x ae ee a AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 1 General information Congratulations With the acquisition of this stair climbing system you have a a device that will quickly become a reliable and indispensable partner in pI transporting physically disabled people Fa KS With the s max you are able to transport one person safely and effortlessly up and downstairs even winding stairs are no problem for the s max Dri ving on slopes is also possible The safety brakes on both sides of the s max ensure your safety Naturally the s max is also suitable to drive on level ground The device is lightweight flexible and does not take up much space The s max is capable of climbing stairs up to a step height of 22 cm The mi nimum 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 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 lt B 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 delivery package and instruct you step
16. e your authorized dealer check and replace them if necessary When the s max is not being used always connect the battery char ger to retain the charge This does not damage the sealed lead acid batteries on the contrary it increases their durability 8 3 1 Sealed lead acid batteries There are 2 sealed lead acid batteries 12 V 3 3 Ah in the battery pack of the s max These batteries are sealed maintenance free rechargeable and of top quality 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 charge 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 total 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 Charging your batteries is taking good care of them Always charge your battery pack with the AAT charger delivered with your s max This particular charger automatically turns off when the batteries are fully charged keeping them from being overcharged 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 Alber Antriebstechnik or its representative
17. elchair 6 5 2 Bracket on the s max On your s max you find an upper and lower O rod To adjust the lower O rod s height there are several vertical holes drilled into the housing of the s max Your authorized AAT Alber dealership or the company AAT Alber Antriebs technik GmbH adjusts the height at which the s max is mounted to your type of wheelchair On both sides of the upper rod there are rings The position of said rings are also adjusted to your type of wheelchair 21 s max 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr 6 5 3 Insert the s max into the lower bracket on the wheelchair l Please use the locking brakes of your wheelchair to avoid any move ment of the chair while the s max is being mounted Pull in the s max s climber entirely Tilt the s max slightly backwards and drive the device in the middle of the wheelchair s back 4 Atthis point push the s max forward until the lower rod O is inserted all the way into the lower bracket on the wheelchair 6 5 4 Insert the s max into the upper bracket on the wheelchair l Select the lowest climbing speed 2 Push the UP DOWN switch direction UP never DOWN so that the climber moves in the direction of the attendant backward and downward 3 As soon as the climber touches the ground the device is lifted If the s max is positioned in the middle the upper rod moves into the claws of the upper bracket The rings are now at the inner sides of the brackets 4
18. f 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 nthe interest of your safety you may not use the stair climbing devi ce s max on escalators or moving belts q Transporting other kinds of loads is explicitly prohibited q Only authorized operators may use the s max Therefore never leave the s max unattended Please do not use the s max in the rain slippery and wet conditions snow or ice due to the following potential safety hazards e g danger of slipping restricted braking effect etc Dueto safety reasons the s max may only be operated by trained per sonnel who are physically and intellectually capable to handle the device in all situations of operation Driving on slopes D m LZ VA 4 _ tr Mastering stairs Driving on level ground AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 2 2 Features of the s max Handle unit 1 tightening knob for the handles horizontal adjustment 2 control unit 3 handle 4 tightening knob for the handles height adjustment 5 column 6 tightening knob for the column Climbing unit 7 upper rod 8 battery pack 9 main wheel with safety brakes on
19. gain push the s max all the way to the edge of the step i e until the sensitive rolls of the security brakes stop the s max 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 6 13 Laying the s max on the stairs In an emergency the s max may tilt backwards and lay down on the stairs The safety brakes prevent the s max from rolling down 6 14 Transportation For transportation you may remove the handle see assembly chapter 3 1 and carry the climbing unit at the upper rod Note that the device weighs 16 9 kg Always turn off the s max for transportation When transporting the s max in a vehicle always secure the device according to the legal rules and regulations The sealed lead acid batteries used in the s max are not considered dangerous according to the IATA special guidelines A67 and GGVS Rn Nr 2801 A Abs 2 and admitted to air travel by DOT and IATA Before using mass transportation such as buses or subways etc or your personal vehicle please detach the s max from you wheelchair 29 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 6 15 Trouble shooting If there are problems using the s max please check the following trouble shooting chart and see whether you can fix them yourself problem check and potential solution Is the charger connected to the s max If so disconnect the charg
20. hat during the climbing process no hands or feet get into the vicinity of the rotating areas Always keep a safe distance 4 10 Transport Always turn the s max off for transportation When you transport the device in vehicles please secure it according to the relevant legal regulations in your country 4 11 Mounting the brackets Please make sure that the running wheels do not jolt the brackets or get caught by parts of the them when climbing This could lead to dangerous situations 16 Guu Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 5 Operation 5 1 Maximum lifting capacity Please make sure that the max weight of the person of 135 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 for the first time extensive instructions you find in chapter 8 3 5 3 Safety brakes Before operating the s max check the safety brakes 6 every single time Extensive instructions you find in chapter 6 4 and 8 5 5 4 Rollers attached to climber Please check regularly whether the linings on both rollers attached to the climber are intact You find further information in chapter 8 6 5 5 Control light 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 17 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max
21. he connection to the wheel so that the wheel can be removed 2 Please remove the wheelchair s wheels one by one accordingly Finally pull in the climber entirely At this point the wheelchair plus s max is ready to use 6 5 7 Remove the s max from the wheelchair Push the UP DOWN switch in direction UP never DOWN so that the climber moves backward and downward in the direction of the user Device plus wheechair is lifted as soon as the climber touches the ground Release the UP DOWN switch as soon as the wheelchair is lifted high enough to mount the big wheels this is already possible at 3 4 of the highest positi on as you can see in the picture on the right Insert the wheels and employ the locking brakes Remove both quick pins from the upper brackets remember pushing in the locking bolts Now push the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN pull in the climber entire ly and drive the s max backwards away from the wheelchair In case the s max ever gets caught at the lower bracket while driving backwards push the handle slightly down and forward then try again 23 L AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 6 Transporting a person with the s max Please note that the s max was developed to be operated by one person Al ways use both hands when using the device Only one person may be transported with the s max Please practice driving with the s max on level ground slopes and climbing up and down
22. her fully charged battery pack into its housing This establishes the power connection and locks the battery pack The battery packs should always be connected to the charger to ex tend its durability see chapter 8 3 2 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 in your car The Alber voltage converter is designed for a 12 V electrical system This voltage converter transforms 12 V 24 V direct 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 is plugged into the socket O of the converter 31 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 8 Care maintenance and recycling To insure the s max safe and proper functioning we recommend a safety check done on the device every two years even though there might not be any outer damage or malfunction evident 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 occas
23. ing cable Is the battery pack empty If so charge the batteries s max cannot be turned on Are the fuses damaged If so exchange the fuses If there is still a problem turning on the s max please contact your dealer Is the safety chip for the engine immobiliser inserted If so please contact your dealer s max do not drive Batteries don t charge Please contact your dealer Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode see chapter 6 1 5 30 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 7 Accessories 7 1 Battery pack The s max works with batteries and is delivered with one battery pack with charging electronics and safety latch If you use the s max often i e if there are not sufficient breaks for the batte ries to be recharged we recommend you obtain an additional battery pack available as an accessory In such case one battery pack is in use while the other is being recharged at the same time f you do not use the s max both battery packs should be connected to the charger to increase their durability see chapter 8 3 2 Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to charge your battery pack 7 1 1 Exchange battery pack l Turn off the s max using the ON OFF switch 2 Press the release button on top of the climbing unit s housing O until it disengages Now you pull out the battery pack at its handle from its housing 3 Push the ot
24. intenance en 5 1 4 Warranty and liability csl 5 2 Description of the product 6 2 1 Adequate use en 6 2 2 Features of the s max 0 50048 7 2 3 Technical data nn 8 2 4 Dimensionedsketch 2 008 9 2 5 Standard scope of delivery ooo a aaa 10 2 6 Optional accessories en 10 3 Assembly c a zin armere ant glee We gO CROIRE is 11 3 1 Handle uuu e a a oem cR mom Rr ks 11 3 2 Attach the battery pack a a a aa 12 3 3 Detach the battery pack 12 3 4 Adjust the handle 13 3 5 Functional check rr 13 4 Safety instructions 14 4 1 Special information concerning the operation 14 4 2 lristr cti n us ou esn as Bole ew eee Me u 15 4 3 Safety brakes lll s 15 4 4 Lining of the climber srollers 15 4 5 Lifting capacity am e aoe 15 4 6 Climbing mechanism lll ss 15 4 7 Care and maintenance 0 15 4 8 Condition of paths walkways etc 15 4 9 Charge of the batteries 15 4 10 Climbing mechanism s re s racs l l pa 16 4 11 TransportMounting the brackets 16 4 12 Mounting the brackets 048 16 5 Operation lt soms e a pec ea be eS 17 5 1 Maximum lifting capacity 17 5 2 Battery pack eane aa o ws 17 5 3 Safety brakes 2
25. intenance 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 Before using the voltage converter please read and follow all instruc tions and warning notes included with the voltage converter Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH voltage conver ter Check the voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil grease aggressive cleaning agents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel 33 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 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 8 3 1 The battery pack is subject to a so called self discharge Therefore you should 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 hav
26. ional 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 9 Before using the charger please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger Exclusively use the AAT charger to charge the batteries Check the charger regularly and protect it from oils grease aggressi ve cleaning agents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc 9 Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel q Please do not disassemble or modify the charger Please make sure that the charger is not exposed to dampness or hu midity while charging the batteries E Never touch the plug with moist hands 32 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 8 2 2 Voltage converter for the vehicle The voltage converter does not need particular care or ma
27. ith it This feature makes sure that no unauthorized person uses the device 18 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 1 5 Control light to indicate malfunction After turning on the s max the green control light O lights up and remains lit which indicates that the stair climbing system is in order 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 2x battery pack undervoltage 3x overvoltage 4x UP DOWN switch or its supply line is damaged 5x defective electromagnetic brake 6x malfunction of electronics 6 2 Single step control 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
28. losely to the following instructions l Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 4 and 6 8 2 Turn the s max 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 5 Tilt the s max slightly see chapter 6 9 6 Drive the s max forward to the edge of the stairs O The sensitive rolls of the safety brakes keep the s max 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 When the climber reaches the next lower step 6 it resumes the load of the main wheels while those plus the climbing frame are lifted off the higher step O 28 s max 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr Now the main wheels and the climbing frame are moved forward O 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 touch down on the next step and resume the load of the climber O 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 A
29. nsion 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 wheels while the main wheels and the frame are lifted at the same time O 26 s max 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr The first interval is finished when the main wheels O touch down on the next higher step and resume the load of the climber The second interval begins by pulling in the climber 6 It is finished when the climber reaches its topmost O position Because the s max is always pulled slightly backward it rolls automatically to the next step and reaches the initial position again both main wheels touch the next step O If you activated the single step mode the climbing process ends at this point To resume 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 27 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 12 Climbing downstairs You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max if you have been properly trained in the device s operation Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed Please always check the safety brakes before using the s max see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process can be accomblished quickly and without problems if you adhere c
30. rger including instructions 2 battery pack 3 handle unit 4 climbing unit plus the user s manual 2 6 Optional accessories 1 anti tilt support 2 tipping bar 3 transportation adapter 4 bracket 5 increase of climbing height 6 seat belt system including hip belt 7 hip belt 8 voltage converter 10 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg 3 Assembly With a few movements you can assemble the s max by means of several fix tures and tightening knobs Disassembly is just as easy 3 1 Handle First connect the handle with the climbing unit by inserting the column O into the holding device on the climbing unit A 9 pin Sub D socket connector 6 located in the climbing unit s holding de vice makes the electrical connection 11 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg Secure the connection with the tightening knob O Please always make sure that the handle is safely connected to the climbing unit Please only connect the handle 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 Clean and dry the Sub D socket connector with a regular cleaning cloth You may not connect other devices to the Sub D socket connector This could destroy the s max or the other electrical devices 3 2 Attach the battery pack Push the battery pack sideways into the climbing unit once connected it is automaticall
31. s brake linings gliding stirp 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 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 in case of improper handling of the device repair assembly or other work performed on the s max by unauthori zed persons operation not in accordance with this user s manual extraneous parts added or connected to the s max parts removed from the s max operation exceeding the maximum lifting capacity operation of the s max with insufficiently charged batteries the upper and lower bracket as well as the adjusting rings of the s max were not properly adjusted to the respective wheelchair 38 Ideen bewegen mehr s max 1 60 kg Notes 39 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max l 60 kg AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH P O Box 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt Tel 49 74 31 12 95 0 Fax 49 74 31 12 95 35 www aat online de info aat online de
32. s securely faste ned 24 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 9 Tilting the stair climbing system To drive on slopes or to climb stairs you must tilt the s max which can be done easily by means of the climber l Turn on the s max by pressing the ON OFF switch 2 Press the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN until the climber lifts the main wheels at least 1 2 cm off the floor 3 Put your foot on the power unit s housing and tilt the s max slightly toward you until you feel that the device is balanced The s max 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 further or too much the safety brakes engage and the s max can t be moved forward any more 6 10 Operation on a slope To drive on a slope make sure the handle is adjusted appropriately see chapter 3 4 and 6 8 Now tilt the s max slightly backwards see chapter 6 9 and pull in the climber entirely For safety reasons we recommend you to ask another person to assist when driving on a slope 6 10 1 Downhill Drive forward to the edge of the slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated 6 10 2 Uphill Please drive backwards up a slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated 25 s max 160 kg Ideen
33. stairs at first without a person sitting in the chair Also make sure that while you practise using the s max 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 Please do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity see chapter 5 1 Inthe interest of your safety please always operate the s max from behind never sideways When a persons takes a seat on the s max please follow these instructions 6 6 1 Secure stand of the s max To avoid the s max moving when a person takes a seat you must fold out the climber in such a way that it rests on the ground Turn on the device and press the UP DOWN switch direction UP until the climber touches the floor 6 7 Operation on level ground After the person has been properly seated you may transport him or her ef fortlessly on level ground Make sure that the climber is pulled in entirely 8 You overcome a threshold by pulling the s max backwards over it 6 8 Adjust the handle For climbing stairs or driving on slopes comfortably and safely adjust the height of the handle approximately to the level of the operator s shoulders Release the tightening knob O counter clockwise and adjust the handle as desired After adjusting the handle always make sure that it i
34. tances 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 Please make this test without a person sitting in the chair and tilt the s max backwards approximately to a 45 degree angle of the co lumn 6 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 is granted Important If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no circumstances use the s max any more Please contact your authorized AAT Alber dealer or the manufacturer immediately 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 20 x Guu Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 6 5 Attach the s max to or detach it from the wheelchair 6 5 1 Bracket on the wheelchair The wheelchair must be equipped with a bracket in order to attach the s max to the wheelchair AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH offers a universally applicable mounting system At your authorized Alber dealership or directly at Alber an upper O and lower 6 bracket is affixed to both sides of your wheelchair s frame Please note that by attaching the s max the wheelchair s seat or back may be constricted depending on the type of whe
35. using it 4 2 Instruction The s max may only be operated by trained personnel 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 exempt from the above are adolescents over 16 years of age who have been trained under supervision to operate the s max While using the s max you should always wear good shoes that do not slip 4 3 Safety brakes Please check the safety brakes each time before using the s max see also chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The safety brakes particu larly the knurled surface of the brake drums in the wheel rims must be clea ned weekly or after contamination with spirit to ensure the optimum braking effect Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit 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 see chapter 8 6 4 5 Lifting capacity The approved total weight of 180 kg and the max weight of the person of 135 kg may not be exceeded Please also read chap ter 5 1 You may under no circumstances use the s max to transport goods 4 6 Care and maintenance Please make sure that you charge the batte ry pack after e
36. y locked 3 3 Detach the battery pack Push down the locking lever on the climbing unit and take out the battery pack 12 s max 160 kg Ideen bewegen mehr 3 4 Adjust the handle 3 4 1 Adjust the height of the handle Release the tightening knob O by turning counter clockwise Pull out the handles to the appropriate height maximum shoulder height Then re tighten the tightening knob Please always make sure that the tightening knob is secure Please adjust the handle exactly according to instructions see pictu re 3 4 2 Adjust the handle horizontally In very narrow staircases or on winding stairs the handle may hit the wall To be able to drive on such stairs the handle can be adjusted horizontally Release the tightening knob counter clockwise and adjust the handle O horizontally to the desired position Then retighten the tightening knob Please make sure that the tightening knob is secure 3 5 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 11 and 6 12 Regularly check whether the lining of the climber s rollers are unda maged see chapter 8 6 Make sure that the battery pack is charged before you use the device
37. y 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 Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the s max manufacturer and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby Important EMI Information 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 This device has an immunity level of 20 V m with no accessories con nected to the device Nevertheless always check whether the device s electronic functions work properly before each use This is particularly important if there is an aerial mast nearby Please note that the s max 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 E Also make sure that the s max is not operated in close proximity to medical devices with a high potential for danger and or life suppor ting functions as well as diagnostic devices 14 AAT Ideen bewegen mehr s max 160 kg 4 1 2 Climate To ensure proper functioning it is not advisable to expose the s max to freezing conditions Should this be unavoidable always put the device in a non freezing environment for at least one hour before
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