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AAT s-max sella User Manual

Manual is about: Stair climbing system 160kg

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    Translation of the original user’s manual stair climbing system s-max sella · 160kg gb.

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    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...

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    3 s -max sella · 160 kg table of contents ce declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1 how to use this user’s manual . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.2 ins...

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    6 instructions for operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 6.1 control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 6.2 single step mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 6.3 climber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 6.4 safety brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    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 u...

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    2 description of the product 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...

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    2.2 features of the s-max sella handle/seat unit of the sella 1 = control unit 2 = handle 3 = tightening knob for the handles’ horizontal adjustment 4 = tightening knob for the handles’ height adjustment 5 = column 6 = release lever (to fold the seat/handle unit) 7 = tightening knob for the column 8...

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    2.3 technical data 8 s -max sella · 160 kg measurements 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 weight climbing unit = 16,9 kg handle/seat unit = 14,8 kg battery pack = 3,0 kg both ...

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    2.4 dimensioned sketch 9 s -max sella · 160 kg.

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    2.5 standard scope of delivery 1 = charger including instructions 2 = battery pack 3 = handle/seat unit for s-max sella 4 = climbing unit plus the user's manual 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 =...

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    S -max sella · 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 f the holding device has to be parallel to the housing. F only authorized aat dealer or an aat representative ar...

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    Secure the connection with the tightening knob Œ. F please always make sure that the handle/seat unit is safely connec- ted to the climbing unit. F 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 n...

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    3.4 fold out the handle/seat unit 1. Press the seat toward the back cushion Œ. 2. At the same time pull up the release button . 3. Now pull down the seat. F 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 t...

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    3.5 fold out the foot rest please fold out the foot rest to transport a person. 3.6 arm rests insert the arm rests on both sides. F 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 Πby turning counter cl...

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    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....

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    4 safety instructions f for a 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 saf...

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    F 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 functioning it is not advisable to expose the s-max sella to freezing condit...

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    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...

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    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 Πare fully charged be- fore you use the s-max sella for the first time. Extensive instructions you find in ...

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    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 Œ, a speed control , a safety chi...

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    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...

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    6.4 safety brakes there are safety brakes Πlocated on the climbing unit on both sides. F please check the safety brakes each time before you use the s-max 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 re...

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    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. F only one person may be transported with the s-max sella. F please practice driving with the s-max sella on level ground, slo...

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    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. F you overcome a threshold by pullin...

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    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. Press the up/down switch direction down until the climber lift the main wheels at ...

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    6.10 climbing upstairs f 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. F please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti- vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed. F please alwa...

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    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. F always keep the device under tension during the entire climbing pro- cess, i.E. Always pull it slightly backward toward you. After the climbe...

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    The second interval begins by pulling in the climber Œ. 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 ....

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    6.11 climbing downstairs f 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. F please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti- vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed. F please ...

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    When the climber reaches the next lower step  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. Afterward...

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    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...

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    6.15 trouble shooting 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. Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode (see chapter 6.2.2). 32 s -max sella · 160 kg problem check and potential solution s-m...

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    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 ba...

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    8 care, maintenance 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. F in the interest of your safety repairs of any kind may only be done by p...

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    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. F before using the voltage...

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    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. ...

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    8.3.2 charging the battery pack f before charging, please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger. F please always turn off the s-max sella before you charge the batteries! F exclusively use the aat alber antriebstechnik gmbh charger! F never touch the plug with ...

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    8.3.4 charging in a vehicle 1. Put the 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 Œ of the automatic charger into the 230 v connector  of the voltage converter. 3. Put the 12 v plug Ž into the cigarette lighte...

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    8.5 check brake lining please check the thickness of the safety brakes’ lining Œ regularly. The mini- mum thickness is 1 mm. In case the lining is thinner than 1 mm , the li- ning must be exchanged on both sides. Please contact aat alber antriebstechnik gmbh or your authorized dealer. F please chec...

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    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. F for safety reasons, please do not use a high-pressure cleaning devi- ce! F please use regular mild hou...

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    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 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...

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    Notes: 42 s -max sella · 160 kg.

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    Notes: 43 s -max sella · 160 kg.

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    S -max sella · 160 kg aat alber antriebstechnik gmbh postfach 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.