Operation ManualStairclimber SC 3/5

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INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing STAIR CHAIR, BARTELS POWERED STAIR CLIMBER. This manual describes proper operating procedure, inspection and maintenance. Before running the machine, be sure to read this manual thoroughly. Please keep this manual in the same, easily accessible place. All machines are referred to by their serial numbers. Whenever you inquire about a machine, be sure to inform us of its serial number. The serial number is inscribed an the side of the machine. Please record its number and year, month and date of purchase in the operation manual.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONSTo maintain safe operation, important safety precautions, classifi ed into Danger, Warning and Caution, are indicated in corresponding parts of the operation manual. The defi ntion of each precaution is explained in the following section.

Neglecting this warning indication or operating the machine improperly may cause serious personal injury or even death.

Neglecting this warning indication or operating the machine improperly may seriously endanger the concerned person‘s health or life.

Neglecting this warning indication or operating the machine improperly may cause injury to the concerned person or damage the machine or related items.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Type, Serial number Powered stair climber, STAIR CHAIR SC-3

When you inquire about the machine, please inform us of its serial number and purchase date.

• STAIR CHAIR is a powered stair climber for transferring an aged or a handicapped passenger who cannot walk up/down the stairs.

• STAIR CHAIR is designed to carry one passenger. Never carry a baby in the arms, have a child an the passengefs lap or carry any similar load while using STAIR CHAIR even when the total weight does not exceed STAIR CHAIR‘s maximum load. Unprescribed usage is dangerous. Only one passenger can use STAIR CHAIR while Seat Belt is fastened.

• The operator must call out to the passenger to inform him/her the next action with simple words in order to reduce passenger‘s anxiety before the operator moves STAIR CHAIR to the next phase of the procedure. (Pay special attention to reducing passenger anxiety before and during STAIR CHAIR‘s ascent/descent of the stairs.)

Serial number

Purchased date Year Month Date

Please write the serial number and date purchased in the following blank space:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. ESSENTIALS OF SAFE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42. CONFIGURATION AND SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.1 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.3 MATERIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3. NAME OF EACH UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74. DESCRIPTION OF EACH UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84.1 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84.2 FOLDING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94.3 SWITCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104.4 KICK STAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104.5 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.6 BATTERY GAUGE INDICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124.7 STAIR GAUGE HANDLING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5. BATTERY CHARGE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145.1 BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145.2 CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145.3 CHARGING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155.4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165.5 MALFUNCTION, INSPECTION, RESOLUTION PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6. PRE-USE INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207.1 SEAT THE PASSENGER IN STAIR CHAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207.2 ASCENDING STAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227.3 SWIVEL AT LANDING AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247.4 DESCENDING STAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

8. RUBBER CRAWLERS ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279. DAILY MAINTENANCE AND CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289.1 BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289.2 RUBBER CRAWLERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289.3 MISCELLANEOUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

10. TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2811. REUTILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2812. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2913. AGENTS ABROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

- If you transfer this machine, be sure to attach this operation manual to the machine. -

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• The operator must check STAIR CHAIRbefore using it. The initial inspection isnecessary for safe operation.

1. ESSENTIALS OF SAFE OPERATION

Before using STAIR CHAIR

STAIR CHAIR cannot be used on spiral staircases, curved staircases, and staircase angles exceeding 35 degrees, stairs with larger pitch or stairs with rough edges.

Spiral staircase Staircase with curve Staircase angles exceeding 35°

35°or lager

Stairs with rough edges

1. Always check STAIR CHAIR before using it

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2. Handling of Battery• Battery is a sealed type. It is unnecessary to refill it

with water. Never dismantle Battery.

• Never position Battery near a flame or short-circuitBattery.

• If Battery is cracked and its electrolytic solutioncontacts skin or clothes, immediately rinsethe contaminated area with plenty of water. Ifelectrolytic solution splashes into the eye, rinsethe eye with plenty of clean water and consult anophthalmologist.

• Use special Battery Charger for charging Battery.

3. Safe Operation with proper knowledge

• The Operator needs sufficient training. Be sure thetraining is undertaken before the operator attemptsto run this machine for the first time.

• Proper clothes, suitable to machine control, must beworn.

• Before seating or unseating the passenger on/fromSTAIR CHAIR, be sure to extend Kick Stand tosecure STAIR CHAIR.

• After the passenger is seated on STAIR CHAIR,firmly secure the passenger with Belt.

• Wear normal shoes or sport-type shoes.Never operate the machine while wearing noopen heeled shoes such as slippers, sandals orequivalents.

• No operator overworked, sick, taking medicine,intoxicated, or otherwise inhibited may operateSTAIR CHAIR

4. Operation on a staircase

• Never run the machine on a staircase exceeding35 degrees angle, on a curved staircase, anoily staircase, an icy staircase, a wet or slipperystaircase or any other inappropriate staircase.

• Obliquely ascending or descending the stairs willresult in danger of serious accident. The operatormust avoid oblique Operation on stairs. Alwaysapproach the staircase squarely.

• Whenever running the machine upward, the operatormust always pay attention to the area behind him/herself. Do not run STAIR CHAIR if the stairs arecrowded.

• Whenever running the machine downward, theoperator must always pay attention to the frontof the machine. Do not run STAIR CHAIR if thestaircase are crowded.

• Never let go of the machine unless unavoidablecircumstances separate the operator from themachine.

5. Machine stoppage

• If the machine gives trouble, malfunctions or isdamaged, immediately stop operating the machine.Running it with a trouble cause existing can result ina serious accident.

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2. CONFIGURATION AND SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION

STAIR CHAIR consists of the following assemblies:

• Frame and Chair Units

• Drive Unit

• Wheels

• Kick Stand

• Battery Pack

Standard accessories

• Charger (12V) 1 pc.

• Parts List 1 copy

2.2 SPECIFICATIONS

Model SC-3

Passenger 1 (Max. 130 kg)

Operator 1

Rubber Crawlers 2 Rubber Crawlers (Width: 50 mm, Ground contacting length: 682 mm, Tread: 241 mm)

Motor Type: permanent-magnet DC motor, 1 pc.

Brake Spring loaded electromagnetic brake, 1 pc.

Stair ascent speed 26 steps (8 m) / min. (for passenger weight: 130 kg)

Stair descent speed 38 steps (12 m) / min. (for passenger weight: 130 kg)

Maximum stair angle 35°

Running time (min) / charge Ascending: 750 steps/30 min. Descending: 1140 steps/30 min. (for passenger weight: 130 kg)

Battery PE12V17 (12V-17Ah, Maintenance free type sealed lead battery)

Charger Power input: AC115V/230V, 50/60Hz, 1.0 A max. Power output: 12VDC, 3A

Weight 59 kg

(Folded)

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External dimensions:

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3. NAME OF EACH UNIT

Headrest

Back Support Frame

Lock Pin

Frame

Wheels

Battery Pack

Relay Box

Stair Gauge

Rubber Crawler

Reducation Gear, Motor

Side Frame

Leg Belt

Seat Body Belt

Key SwitchUP/DOWN Switch

Emergency Stop Switch

Battery Gauge

Charging Receptacle

Lock Release LeverOperation Box

Kick Stand

2.3 MATERIALFrame: steel, powder-coated; Drive chains: rubber; Drive unit: aluminium die casting.

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4. DESCRIPTION OF EACH UNIT4.1 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

1. Press Lock Release Lever above OperationBox while supporting Back Support Frameand pull Back Support Frame slightly to theoperator‘s side.

2. When the lock is released, let go of LockRelease Lever and pull Back Support Framecompletely until the dick sound is heardwhen Lock Unit latehes against Lock Pin.Back Support Frame setting is completed ifit cannot be moved to its stored direction.

Lock Release Level

Unlatched operation is very dangerous. Before operating the machine, be sure to confi rm that Lock Unit securely supports Back Support Frame.

Never operate Lock Pin latch/release Operation while the passenger is on STAIR CHAIR. Doing so may cause injury to the passenger. Do not let children operate STAIR CHAIR. lt will result in danger.

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4.2 FOLDING PROCEDURE

1. Grasp two Lock Pins at the rear of Seat andslide them frontward a little.

2. After the locks are released, let Lock Pinsgo, hold Back Support Frame then slide andpush Back Support Frame to frontward.Fold Back Support Frame until the Operatorhears the latching „click“ sound. Check thatLock Release Lever is completely latched.

Lock Pins

Click

While Back Support Frame is folded, and alter Back Support Frame‘s sliding movement is started, be sure not to touch Lock Pins. lf Lock Pins are held, there will be danger of the hands being caught in Frame.

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4.3 SWITCHES

1. Key SwitchIt turns on/off the power supply. When it isturned clockwise, the power will be ON andwhen turned counter-clockwise, the powerwill be off.

NOTE: When STAIR CHAIR is not to be used (to be stored, to be charged, to be transported), turn off Key Switch, remove Key and keep it in an appointed place.

2. UP/DOWN SwitchSelects ascent or descent mode. Only whilethis Switch is pressed, does the machinerun. If UP Seesaw is pressed, the machinewill astend. If DOWN Seesaw is pressed,the machine will descend. When the fingeris released, Switch will automatically returnits neutral position and the machine willstop.

3. Emergency Stop SwitchWhen this Switch is pressed, the machinewill stop immediately. STAIR CHAIR won‘trestart even if the other Switch is pressed.To release the emergency stop condition,turn Emergency Stop Switch clockwise (inthe „arrow“ indicated direction).

4.4 KICK STANDThis Stand prevents STAIR CHAIR toppling backward while the passenger is being seated/unseated from STAIR CHAIR. In order to prevent an accident, UP/ DOWN Switch won‘t function while Stand is extended.

Before using STAIR CHAIR, be sure to retract Kick Stand.

Key Switch

Emergency Stop Switch UP/DOWN Switch

Kick StandSettingRetract

Before seating the passenger an STAIR CHAIR, be sure to extend Kick Stand in order to prevent a fall, which might result in an injury to the back of the passenger‘s head.

DANGER

lf Key Switch is kept in the ON position, Battery will more quickly discharge. When the machine is not to be in use, be sure to turn off Key Switch and remove Key.

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4.5 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL / INSTALLATION

1. Keep Battery Pack‘s Handle and raise it.

2. Pull Battery Pack out while keeping it raised

3. When reinstalling Battery Pack, follow thereverse procedure. When inserting BatteryPack, push it firmly.

Battery PackHandle

Battery Instruction Label

Check that Handle is positioned on upper side

• If Battery Pack is reverse inserted, it may be damaged.Be sure to insert Battery Pack with the correct verticalorientation.

• Dropping Battery Pack may damage it. Pay attention inhandling Battery.

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4.6 BATTERY GAUGE INDICATION

Battery Gauge Available time (Charging percentage)

1The right end LED illuminates

Approx. 30 min. (100%)

2The fourth LED from the right end illuminates

Approx. 20 min (65%)After the operation, charge STAIR CHAIR‘s Battery Pack

3LED from the right end illuminates

Approx. 10 min. (30%)After the operation, charge STAIR CHAIR‘s Battery Pack

4The second LED from the left end fl ashes

Stop (0%)Stop operating the machine and charge Battery immediately

5The fi rst and second LEDs from the left end fl ashes

This indication being prolonged will result in rapid Battery deterioration. Be sure to stop the machine at the „4“ indication and charge Battery

When the charge level decreases, the illumination will shift to the left.

Battery Gauge

When Key Switch is set to ON, Battery Gauge indication may differ from its previous indication when the power was last turned on.

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4.7 STAIR GAUGE HANDLING PROCEDURE

1. Detach Stair Gauge from the left side ofFrame.

1.1 Slide Stair Gauge to the right until its detaching hole reaches Latching Pin.

1.2 Pull Stair Gauge and remove it from STAIR CHAIR.

2. Set Stair Gauge against the edge of theneighboring stair. Observe Pointer position.If Pointer settles within Green Color Range,it is possible to use STAIR CHAIR.Neveruse STAIR CHAIR on a stair if Pointersettles within Red Color Range. After themeasurement is completed, be sure toreturn Stair Gauge to its original position onSTAIR CHAIR.

NOTE: If the customer loses Stair Gauge, they must immediately order a replacement form the agency where purchased.

Stair Gauge Latching Pin

Stair Gauge

Pointer

Green Color Range

Red Color Range

Never use STAIR CHAIR on stair if Stair Gauge‘s Pointer settles within Red Color Range. (over 35 degrees)DANGER

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5. BATTERY CHARGE SYSTEM5.1 BATTERY

A Sealed Lead Battery is used in STAIR CHAIR. It is a maintenance-free and non water requiring Battery. Whenever Battery- is handled, be sure to follow the cautions shown below.

NOTE: Immediately after Battery is used, Battery must be charged using special Battery Charger, If insufficient battery charge is left, less power for following operations will result in difficulty of operation. Or if Battery is left depleted for a long period of time, it may be damaged.

A special Battery Charger is used for STAIR CHAIR. Battery is automatically charged depending an battery discharge rate at a given time.This Battery Charger is not equipped with a timer function. When battery reaches its fully charged level (Charger‘s Green LED will illurninate), Battery will continue to be charged with trickle current (0.1 to 0.2A).Be sure to disconnect Charger‘s Plug from Battery Pack after Green LED illuminates.(Charging Battery completely will take 8 hours.)

Power Plug

Charger´s Plug

LED

Charger

5.2 CHARGER

• Never charge Battery in a closed room.• Never bring Battery near a fl ame.• Never disassemble Battery.• Never connect Battery Terminals with tools or metals.

• Use special Battery Charger for charging Battery.• Always check Battery‘s condition. lt any crack er deformation

er water leakage is observed, replace with a new one.• Clean and wipe Battery with a cool or warm water moistened

cloth. Never wipe with gasoline, thinner, organic solvent or oilmoistened cloth.

• If the electrolytic liquid from a damaged Battery contacts skinor clothes, rinse the area with plenty of water immediately. Ifthe electrolytic liquid invades the operator‘s eye, rinse it withclean water immediately and consult an ophthalmologist.

• Battery is a sealed type. Never remove its cover. lt the coveris removed, Battery will become unusable.

• Battery may lose its usefulness if it is over discharged.• If Battery is not to be used for a long period of time. remove

it from the machine and charge it completely. Keep it in cooland dry place and charge it again monthly.Even though Battery is not used during storage, its capacityconstantly decreases. Therefore its performance will decreasecompared with the previous occasion the machine was used.

DANGER

WARNING

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5.3 CHARGING PROCEDURE

1.1 If Battery Pack is not to be removed from STAIR CHAIR, connect Charger‘s Plug to Charging Receptacle positioned at the side of Operation Box.

1.2 If Battery Pack is removed, connect Charger‘s Plug to Battery Pack‘s Receptacle.

2. Connect AC Adapter to outlet (AC 100 to240V) and connect Power Plug.

3. When Power Plug is inserted, the chargingprocess immediately starts. The chargingprogress is indicated by LED‘s colors.

Red . . . Power is supplied.Orange . Charging.Green . . Fully charged.

NOTE: To confirm a fully charged Battery Pack, be sure to check it via Charger‘s full charge indication (green illuminated LED) Do not check via Battery Gauge indication. Battery Gauge indication does not accurately correspond to the actual battery capacity.

Charging Receptacle

Battery Pack

100 - 204V AC outlet

AC Adapter

Power Plug

100 - 240V AC outlet

Charger

Battery Pack

LED

Prepare an area-specifi c AC conversion Adapter for installation between AC outlet and Power Plug.CAUTION

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4. When charging is completed, disconnectPower Plug from the outlet and disconnectCharger‘s Plug from Battery Pack‘sReceptacle.

5.4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT

2. Disconnect cables from Battery Terminals,remove exhausted Batteries, and install newones.

3. Connect cables to Battery Terminals asshown in the figure. Confirm that cables areproperly connected to the proper terminals.Then apply adhesive agent to Connectorsto prevent their loosening.

100 - 240V AC outlet

Charger´s Plug

Battery PackPower Plug

1. Unscrew Screws mounting Battery Caseand Cover.

Cover

Battery Case

Screw

Black (-) Battery Case Red (+)

Battery

• This Charger is not equipped with a timer function. WhenGreen LED Illuminates, disconnect Charger‘s Plug fromBattery Pack‘s socket.

• Charge Battery in an ambient temperature between 5 and40°C.If Battery is charged in an ambient temperature lower than5°C, it may not charge fully.

CAUTION

While Key Switch is set to ON, power will be supplied from Battery. If STAIR CHAIR is not be used, be sure to set Key to OFF and remove it from Key Switch.

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5.5 MALFUNCTION, INSPECTION, RESOLUTION PROCEDURE

TROUBLE CAUSE COUNTERMEASURE

No power supplied. LED won‘t illuminate

Insuffi cient Insertion of Power Plug into outlet.

Check outlet and securely connect Power Plug.

No power is supplied. Check power and other relevant parts.

Power Cord is broken. Arrange its repair or replacement.

Battery Charger‘s power source trouble.

Arrange a check or repair.

Receptacle and Plug are improperly connected.

Check the connecting parts and securely connect them.

Battery Pack is improperly connected.

Check the connecting parts and securely connect them.

Green LED illuminates soon after the start of charging.

Battery is normally charged. Normal.

Battery malfunction. Replace with a new Battery. (See P16.)

The charging process is completed however workable period is shortened.

Battery nearly dead. Replace with a new Battery. (See P16.)

Ambient temperature is low during charging.

Charge Battery in an ambient temperature between 5 and 40°C

• For safe handling of Charger, be sure to read the instructionsthoroughly before using Charger.

• Charger is only to be used with an AC100-240V powersource. Never connect Power Cable to any other powersource specification.

• Be sure to finish trickle charging within 12 hours after batterycharging process is completed. Extended charging mayreduce battery capacity re¬sulting in shorter battery life.

• Battery and Charger‘s Output Terminals have polarity. Confirmthat those Terminals are correctly connected according theirpolarity. Improper connection will result in a short circuit andcause a cable to melt or other serious charger malfunction.

• Never remove Charger Cover or you will risk receiving anelectric shock.

• Keep Charger indoors, away from direct sunlight and watersplashes. Neglecting this can cause fire, electric shock orequipment malfunction.

• As Battery deteriorates, its voltage will fail to reach normalfull-charge voltage.

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6. PRE-USE INSPECTIONBefore using the machine, be sure to carry out the daily inspection. The daily inspection will prevent trouble. It is essential before handling STAIR CHAIR.

SWITCH INSPECTION

• Check that all Switches function correctly.

FRAME INSPECTION

• Check that there is no abnormality in any unit or Frame.

Side Frame

Frame

Back Support Frame

UP/DOWN Switch

Emergency Stop Switch Key Switch

Operation Box

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LOCK RELEASE LEVER INSPECTION

LOCK PIN INSPECTION

• Check that Lock Release Lever functionsnormally. Check that the folded Frame issecurely locked.

• Check that Lock Pin functions normally.Check that the extended Frame is securelylocked.

• Check that Kick Stand has no deformationor crack and that it functions normally.

• Check that UP/DOWN Switch is inactivewhile Kick Stand is set.

• Check that there is no crack, wear or pitcherror regarding Rubber Crawlers.

• The pitch error can be confirmed fromLettering Mark deviation.

SCREWS INSPECTION

• Check that no Screw has dropped out andthat all Screws are tightly tightened.

Locker ReleaseLever

Lock Pins

Lettering Mark on Rubber Crawler

Kick Stand

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7. OPERATION7.1 SEAT THE PASSENGER IN STAIR CHAIR

1. Turn on Key Switch.

2. Open Kick Stand to prevent the passengerfalling down whenever he/she transfer to/from STAIR CHAIR.

Key Switch

Kick Stand Setting

Before seating the passenger on STAIR CHAIR, be sure to extend Kick Stand in order to prevent a fall, which might result in an injury to the back of the passenger‘s head.

DANGER

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3. After the passenger is seated on STAIRCHAIR, be sure to hold the passenger‘sbody and leg belts. Then close Kick Standholding handle by both hands.

NOTE: If Kick Stand is not retracted, UP/DOWN Switch will not function and STAIR CHAIR will not ascend/descend the stairs.

4. While transferring STAIR CHAIR on a flatfloor, the operator must hold STAIR CHAIR‘sHandle with both hands, tilt STAIR CHAIRa little and run STAIR CHAIR on its wheels.Do not use its rubber crawlers.

NOTE: If for some emergency the operator must leave STAIR CHAIR while passenger transport is in progress, he/she must set Kick Stand and check that conditions are safe before leaving STAIR CHAIR.

Adult or larger physique passenger

Child or smaller physique passenger

Belt fastening position

Body Belt

Leg Belt

Wheel

Elevating STAIR CHAIR without Belts fastened is very dangerous. Never run STAIR CHAIR without belts fastened.WARNING

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7.2 ASCENDING STAIRS

1. Position STAIR CHAIR at the foot of thestairs:Bring STAIR CHAIR to the foot of the stairs,turn it backward and set squarely at the footof the stairs.

UP/DOWN Switch

Ascending

2. Starting ascend operation:Press the upper side of UP/DOWN Switchto ascend while supporting STAIR CHAIR toprevent it from overturning on the stair.

NOTE: Be sure to hold Handle securely until Rubber Crawlers contact the third step.

• If the left and right Rubber Crawlers do not meet the stairsimultaneously, STAIR CHAIR will climb the stairs askew. Thisis a highly risky situation.

• The operator must hold Handle with both hands the wholetime STAIR CHAIR is on stairs or landings.

• While STAIR CHAIR runs on the stairs, the operator must bepositioned upward of STAIR CHAIR. Improper supporting ofSTAIR CHAIR may cause a loss of balance and overturning orother serious accident.

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3. Stopping STAIR CHAIR in the middle of thestairs:Once the finger is released from Switch,Electromagnetic Brake will functionimmediately and STAIR CHAIR willimmediately stop. Because lugs rest an thestair‘s corners, STAIR CHAIR will not slidedown the stairs.

Stable (Contacting three stair noses)

Caution(Contacting only two stair noses)

Keep Rubber Crawler contact points as broad as possible. lt is dangerous for the passenger‘s center of gravity to overhang STAIR CHAIR‘s stair-contacting points.

WARNING

The operator must never leave STAIR CHAIR on stairs while passenger transport is in progress other than for an unavoidable emergency situation

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4. STAIR CHAIR reaches the top of thestairs:

4.1 When STAIR CHAIR reaches a landing or, the top of the stairs, be sure to stop STAIR CHAIR for a moment when its Stop Mark reaches the top stair level.

NOTE: Stop Mark is only an approximate point. The stop position will vary according to the passenger‘s dimensions/weight and stair angle.

4.2 After STAIR CHAIR is temporarily stopped, tilt Handle slowly toward the operator. STAIR CHAIR‘s Wheels will contact the floor. After Wheels contact is confirmed, press the upper side of UP/DOWN Switch and back up until no part of STAIR CHAIR extends over the stairs.

7.3 SWIVEL AT LANDING AREA

When STAIR CHAIR is to be swiveled in a small area, fi rst operator stands at the side of STAIR CHAIR and swivels STAIR CHAIR. using a Wheel as a fulcrum.

lf STAIR CHAIR is not stopped at its stop position and UP Switch is kept pressed, STAIR CHAIR will suddenly tilt toward horizontal. This will be dangerous.

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7.4 DESCENDING STAIRS

1. Starting descend operation:When STAIR CHAIR‘s Stop Mark reachesthe edge of the top stair, stop STAIR CHAIRfor a moment. Set STAIR CHAIR square tothe stairs.

2. When STAIR CHAIR is stopped, tilt Handleslowly until the top of STAIR CHAIRtouches the edge of the second stair.

3. When Rubber Crawlers contact the lowerstair and STAIR CHAIR becomes stable,press the lower side of UP/DOWN Switch.

Descending

UP/DOWN Switch

• If the left and right Rubber Crawlers do not meet the stairsimultaneously, STAIR CHAIR will descend the stairs askew.This is a highly risky situation.

• If STAIR CHAIR is not stopped at its stop position and DOWNSwitch is kept pressed, STAIR CHAIR will suddenly tilt awayfrom horizontal. This will be dangerous.

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4. STAIR CHAIR reaches the bottom of thestairs:Keep pressing DOWN Switch until STAIRCHAIR reaches the bottom of the stairs.STAIR CHAIR will automatically transfer tohorizontal running. Release DOWN Switchand wheel STAIR CHAIR to a safe area.

Because Operation Switches are positioned behind the passenger and the Operator controls STAIR CHAIR from the rear of the passenger, an unaccustomed passenger may feel anxiety. As the Operator operates STAR CHAIR, he/she must describe the operation in a clear voice at the following times:1. Before seating or unseating the passenger to/from STAIR

CHAIR.2. Before fastening Belts.3. Before pressing UP/DOWN Switch.4. Before STAIR CHAIR starts ascending/descending the stairs.5. Before tilting STAIR CHAIR to bring its Wheels to the fl oor

after it reaches its Stop Mark.6. Before changing STAIR CHAIR‘s direction.7. Before unfastening Belts to unseat the passenger from

STAIR CHAIR.

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8. RUBBER CRAWLERS ADJUSTMENT

1. Rubber Crawler tension adjustment:Loosen Adjustment Bolt‘s Nut and slideTension Rod to adjust Rubber Crawler‘stension. When Adjustment Bolt turnsclockwise, the tension will increase. Adjustboth Rubber Crawlers to be the sametension. After the tension adjustment iscompleted, retighten Nut firmly.

2. Rubber Crawler pitch error correction:Loosen Rubber Crawler following the sameprocedure in 8-(1). Shift one of RubberCrawlers and mate each Lettered Mark tothe same position. Pitch error may causeinstability while STAIR CHAIR runs on thestairs. After completion of adjustment, besure to retighten Nuts firmly.

Rubber Crawler

Drive Wheel

Nut

Drive Shaft

Adjustment Bolt

Lettering Mark on Rubber Crawler

• If Rubber Crawler tension is too weak, Rubber Crawler willderail. If Rubber Crawler tension is too strong, Motor load willincrease resulting in shorter Battery life.

• Adjust the tension evenly. Unbalanced tension will preventSTAIR CHAIR running straight.

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9. DAILY MAINTENANCE AND CARE

9.1 BATTERY

• When STAIR CHAIR is not to be used or its Battery Pack is to be charged, turn off Key Switchand remove Key. If Key Switch is kept in the ON position, Battery will quickly discharge and itmay not have capacity to run STAIR CHAIR the following day.

• After the end of operation or before storing it, be sure to charge Battery using special Charger.(Because it requires a long charging time, if it is not charged enough, it will be difficult tooperate the following day.)

• When storing STAIR CHAIR for a long period of time, maintain its Battery in a fully chargedstate. Not doing so will result in an extremely short life. (Even if Battery is already fullycharged, recharge Battery again monthly.)

9.2 RUBBER CRAWLERS• If oil adheres, immediately wipe it off completely.• Check there is no crack or wear concerning Rubber Crawlers. If any defect an Rubber Crawler

is observed, stop STAIR CHAIR immediately and replace the part with a new one.

10. TERMS OF GUARANTEEThe activated guarantee is for a period of two years, apart from batteries and rubber parts. It is limited to complaint parts free of charge excluding freight, cost for labor or travelling expenses.

We suggest to make maintenance once a year by authorized agent to avoid guarantee obliga-tions.

11. REUTILISATIONThe STAIR CHAIR is suitable for reutilisation as long as possible safety-related precautionary measures are no longer applicable or other regulations apply. Clean and disinfect the unit in accordance with Point 9 prior to reutilisation. An inspection must be carried out by an authorised dealer prior to reutilisation.

9.3 MISCELLANEOUS

• Clean frame sections with a brush.• Clean hand grips with a commercially available spray disinfectant.

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12. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Daily maintenance keeps STAIR CHAIR in good condition. Lack of daily inspection will greatly reduce the life of STAIR CHAIR. To prevent possible trouble and to extend STAIR CHAIR‘s life, undertake daily inspections.

CHECK ITEM CHECK PROCEDURE COUNTERMEASURES

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Key Switch Check its functioning. Replace.

UP/DOWN Switch Check its functioning. Replace.

Emergency Stop Switch Check its functioning. Replace.

Switch Box Check against cable breakage or twist. Repair of Replace.

Relay Box

Check against cable coupler damage or drop out. Repair of Replace.

Check against Receptacle damage. Replace.

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Rubber Crawlers

Check against cracking or wear. Replace.

Check against looseness. Adjust. (Refer to P27.)

Check against pitch error. Adjust. (Refer to P27.)

Reduction GearCheck against abnormal noise. Replace.

Check against damage. Replace.

Motor Check against abnormal noise Replace.

Sprocket Check against damage. Replace.

Idler Wheel Check against damage. Replace.

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Wheels Check against cracking or wear. Replace.

Lock Release Lever Check its functioning. Replace.

Lock Pin Check its functioning. Replace.

Bat

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Pac

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Check against Receptacle damage. Replace.

Battery Check against wear or damage. Replace.

Cha

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LED Check its functioning. Replace.

Plug Check against damage. Replace.

Wiring Check against cable breakage or cracking. Adjust or replace.

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Screws, Bolts Check against looseness or drop out.

Retighten or tighten with a new screw.

• If any trouble or malfunction has arisen which is not described in the table above, contact thesales agency. An improper countermeasure may cause danger.

• For details on periodical inspections, consult the sales agency where you purchased STAIRCHAIR.

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Austria/CzechLehner Lifttechnik GmbHSalling 84724 Neukirchen am Walde Phone: +43 7278 351415 Fax: +43 7278 351412E-Mail: office.lehner@gmx.atWebsite: www.lehner-lifttechnik.at

BelgiumMetra bvbaJan Samijnstraat 25 9050 GentPhone: +32 9227 7174 Fax: +32 9227 0280 E-Mail: info@metra.beWebsite: www.metra.be

BulgariaPro-Lift Bulgaria Ltd. Krasno Selo 1911612 SofiaPhone: +359 884 585879E-Mail: office@pro-lift.euWebsite: www.pro-lift.eu

CroatiaBartels-ConjarBrace Radica 3635420 Staro Petrovo Selo Phone: +385 35 387338Fax: +385 35 387338E-Mail: info@bartels-conjar.comWebsite: www.bartels-conjar.com

CyprusFK AccessCare Ltd.29B Pindarou1060 NicosiaPhone: +357 22447171Fax: +357 22447172E-Mail: info@accesscare.com.cy

DenmarkTrappetjeneren ApSArnold Nielsens Boulevard 64A2650 HvidovrePhone: +45 31 728500 Fax: +45 33 363833E-Mail: mail@trappetjeneren.dkWebsite: www.trappetjeneren.dk

FinlandApuväline Lähdemäki Oy Koskivuorenkatu 530420 ForssaPhone: +358 342 40650 Fax: +358 342 40699 E-Mail: myynti@apu-lahde.fiWebsite: www.apu-lahde.fi

FranceReha-Trans4 Rue des Forgerons 68600 Wolfgantzen Phone: +33 389 791777 Fax: +33 389 791924 E-Mail: info@reha-trans.frWebsite: www.reha-trans.fr

13. VERKAUFSAGENTEN

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GermanyGaraventa Lift GmbHStolberger Straße 31350933 KölnPhone: +49 221 677806 91 Fax: +49 221 677806 99 E-Mail: info@garaventalift.deWebsite: www.garaventalift.de

GermanyEscape Mobility Company GmbHKackertstraße 1052072 AachenPhone: +49 241 47967 90Fax: +49 241 479679 17E-Mail: info@escape-mobility.comWebsite. www.escape-mobility.de

GermanySOBRAtec GmbH Wiese 15b02689 Sohland/SpreePhone: +49 35936 45981Fax: +49 35936 30982E-Mail: brandenburger@sobratec-treppenlifte.deWebsite: www.sobratec-treppenlifte.de

GermanySTOLLE SanitätshausCentrum für technische Orthopädie Herbert D. Stolle GmbH Friedrich-Ebert-Damm 30922159 HamburgPhone: +49 40 64596232 Fax: +49 40 64596233 E-Mail: info@stolle-ot.deWebsite: www.stolle-ot.de

GermanyANGO Reha Technik Vertriebs GmbH Steinweg 259846 Sundern-Langenscheid Phone: +49 2935 9682 56 Fax: +49 2935 9682 57E-Mail: info@ango-reha.deWebsite: www.ango-reha.de

GermanyPerfekta-Lift GmbHGlehner Heide 141352 KorschenbroichDeutschlandPhone: +49 2182 886060 Fax: +49 2182 8860610E-Mail: info@perfekta-lift.deWebsite: www.perfekta-lift.de

GermanyPrüfer Aufzugbau GmbHRuhlaer Straße 914199 BerlinPhone: +49 30 8264838Fax: +49 30 8266469E-Mail: pruefer-aufzugbau@freenet.deWebsite: www.pruefer-aufzugbau.de

GermanySüddeutsche Sanilift GmbH Pflasteräckerstr. 6070186 StuttgartPhone: +49 711 51865275 Fax: +49 711 51865278 E-Mail: info@sanilft.deWebsite: www.sanilift.de

GermanySachsen-Anhalt-LifteKleine Mittelstraße 839240 Groß RosenburgTelefon: +49 39294 20268E-Mail: kontakt@sachsenanhalt-lifte.deWebsite: www.sachsenanhalt-lifte.de

GreeceDraculis Lift S. A.Ikarias 2 - Metamorfosi 14451 AthenPhone: +30 210 2841189 Fax: +30 210 2840839 E-Mail: draculis@otenet.grWebsite: www.draculis.gr

GreeceBiotechnica Rehabilitation Technology Ltd. 70-72, Kifissos Avenue12241 Aigaleo AthensPhone: +30 210 5612318Fax: +30 210 5610635E-Mail: info@biotechnica.grWebsite: www.biotechnica.gr

HungaryAluhit KFTUttörö u. 202510 DorogPhone: +36 1 2127738 Fax: +36 1 3750097 E-Mail: info@aluhit.huWebsite: www.aluhit.hu

HungaryNyír-Lift KftDebreceni út 2364400 NyíregyházaPhone: +36 30 6773070Fax: +36 42 490454E-Mail: info@nyirlift.huWebsite: www.nyirlift.hu

IsraelGalim g Import & Marketing Ltd.Mosav AmatzShnei Alonim 138870 OmetsPhone: +972 72 2116000Fax: +972 72 2507879E-Mail: galimg@012net.ilWebsite: www.galimimport.com

LatviaFablexK. Barona 88 k. 2-2131001 RigaPhone: +371 29190174Fax: +371 67274339E-Mail: fablex@fablex.lv

NetherlandsEscape MobilityMarconistraat 326372 PN LandgraafTelefon :+31 45 5727031Fax: +31 45 5724940E-Mail: info@escape-mobility.nlWebsite: www.escape-mobility.nl

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PolandReha Blochul. Lermontowa 360-461 PoznańPhone: +48 61 8423546Fax: +48 61 8423546E-Mail: biuro@rehabloch.plWebsite: www.rehabloch.pl

PortugalWELL4ALL IbericaRua Major Joao Luis de Moura Famoes Park, Armazem W1685-253 Famoes - LisboaPhone: +351 1 219 349496Fax: +351 1 219 330188E-Mail: alice.rosa@well4alliberica.ptWebsite: www.well4alliberica.pt

Russia CTAPR Drushby Str. 34241030 BryanskPhone: +7 4832 321132E-Mail: info@ctapr.ruWebsite: www.ctapr.ru

SloveniaJR Product d.o.o.Stegne 71000 LjubljanaPhone: +386 1511 4482 Fax: +386 1511 4483E-Mail: jr.product@amis.netWebsite: www.jr-product.si

SpainIncisa SARamon Casas 808911 BadalonaPhone: +34 93 4646770 Fax: +34 93 3891534E-Mail: elevadores@incisa.esWebsite: www.incisa.es

SpainReine SAAdvinguda Francia 205 17840 Sarrià de TerPhone: +34 902 104581 Fax: +34 972 170678 E-Mail: reine@reine.esWebsite: www.reine.es

SwedenTunbjers Hjälpmedel ABGamia vägen 7329034 FjälkingePhone: +46 44 50190Fax: +46 44 58188E-Mail: sven.tunbjer@tunbjer.seWebsite: www.tunbjer.se

SwitzerlandBACO Service AGGlättemühleweg 223613 SteffisburgPhone: +41 33 4376161 Fax: +41 33 4379061 E-Mail: info@baco-ag.chWebsite: www.baco-ag.ch

SwitzerlandGaraventa Liftech Ltd. Fännring 26403 Küssnacht am Rigi Phone: +41 41 8547880 Fax: +41 41 8547849E-Mail: info@garaventalift.chWebsite: www.garaventalift.ch

SwitzerlandRigert AG TreppenlifteEichlihalde 1 6405 ImmenseePhone: +41 41 8542010Fax: +41 41 8542011E-Mail: info@rigert.chWebsite: www.rigert.ch

TurkeyDesan Prodüksiyon Makina Ins. Dis. Tic. Ltd. Sti.Yildiz Posta Cad. Emekli Subay EvleriIzzettin Calislar Sok. No 46 D 434349 Esentepe Beşiktaş IstanbulPhone: +90 212 2724025 Fax: +90 212 2724065E-Mail: info@desangroup.com.trWebsite: www.desangroup.com.tr

United KingdomSwallow Evacuation and Mobility Products Limited197 Vicarage Road, Kings HeathB14 7QQ BirminghamPhone: +44 121 4443690E-Mail: info@swallowemp.comWebsite: www.swallowemp.com

PolandHaltia Rehabilitacja & Ortopedia Paprotna 851-117 WroclawPhone: +48 71 3528415Fax: +48 71 3528415E-Mail: info@haltia.plWebsite: www.haltia.pl

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