Atlas ATLAS 600 User manual

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User Guide
Your
Stairlift
ATLAS 600

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Welcome to your user guide
User guide contents
stairlift is a device to transport a seated person up and down the stairs safely.
is important to us that our stairlifts always help you travel up and down the stairs in
.With this in mind, we recommend our stairlifts are
echnician.
Safety information
Getting to know your stairlift
Wall controls
Operating
Cleaning and Technical
Troubleshooting
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Firstly, thank you for choosing Atlas to provide you
with your new stairlift.
To help you get the most from your new stairlift, please take a few minutes to
read this guide. Then, please keep this guide in a safe place in case you need to
check any details in the future. If you feel unsure about any aspect of your
stairlift, please do not hesitate to get in touch with your stairlift supplier, whose
details can be found on the back cover.

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Safety information
DO NOT use the stairlift unless
an Atlas technician has demonstrated
how to use the stairlift.
DO NOT allow children or people
with mental impairment to use the
stairlift unsupervised.
DO NOT allow children to play on the
stairlift.
DO NOT use the stairlift to carry animals.
DO NOT use the stairlift in a standing
position.
DO NOT allow liquids of any kind
to come into contact with any parts
of the stairlift.
DO NOT use the stairlift in the event
of a fire. It is not designed for use in a
fire and is not a means of fire escape.
DO NOT exceed the maximum
weight limit. Only one person to use
the stairlift at any time. Maximum
weight is 350lbs.
DO NOT allow any type of object to
dangle into, or become trapped in,
the mechanism or moving parts of the
stairlift, e.g. long clothing, scarves,
belts or small foreign objects such as
coins, pen lids, hair clips etc.
DO NOT swivel the seat until the stairlift
has come to a stop.
At the top of the stairs DO NOT remove
the seat belt or get up from the seat until
it has fully swiveled.
DO NOT cover or remove the labels on
the stairlift. They contain important
information and safety advice.
DO NOT use any solvent cleaners,
bleaches, abrasives, synthetic detergents,
wax silicone polishes or aerosol sprays to
clean any part of the stairlift or rail.
DO NOT attempt to maintain the stairlift
yourself or dismantle or modify it in any
way. Such actions will invalidate the
product warranty and will not be covered
or repaired by Atlas.
DO NOT dispose of any part of
this product as part of your normal
household waste. Contact Atlas for
information about recycling and disposal
of your stairlift.
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Stairlift safety information
A stairlift is a device to transport a seated person up and down the stairs safely. It is
important to us that our stairlifts always help you travel up and down the
stairs in the safest possible way. With this in mind, we recommend our stairlifts are
serviced every year by an Atlas-trained service technician.

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Getting to know your stairlift
This guide is for both Starla and Siena stairlifts. The rest of the pictures in
the guide are of the Siena, but the instructions are the same for both.
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Starla Chair
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Power outlet
Leave the battery charger plugged in
so that the batteries in your stairlift are
always charged.
Safety key and safety switch
For your stairlift to work, the safety
key must be inserted and turned to
the ON position.
Armrest switch and light
The armrest light only comes on
when the safety key is inserted and
switched ON. To turn your stairlift
ON, press down the Isymbol on
the armrest switch. Press down
the Oto turn it OFF.
Footrest fold button Raises or
lowers the footrest.
Battery charger
Located near the outlet, this unit
charges your stairlift batteries.
The batteries typically last three to
five years and any problems will
be identified by Atlas during
annual servicing.
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Getting to know your stairlift
Safety edges
Located around the footrest
and lower part of your chair.
They stop your stairlift if
they come into contact with
any obstacles that might get
trapped while your stairlift is
being used.
Arm control
To move your stairlift, press
the control on the end of the
armrest in the direction you
want to go. Your stairlift will
start moving after a slight delay.
Swivel seat levers
Located on either side of the
seat. Lift a swivel lever to swivel
the seat to make it easier to get
on and off.
Seatbelt
Provides security when your
stairlift is moving.
Wall controls
Located at the top and bottom
of your staircase. Used to call
your stairlift if it’s at the opposite
end of the staircase to you.
User display panel
Located on the side of the
stairlift, it allows you to see
the status of your stairlift for
easier troubleshooting.
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Getting to know your stairlift
IMPORTANT: Remove the
safety key if you want to stop
others from using the stairlift

▲or ▼buttons, the display
ill show how much power is left in the batteries.
TATING Batteries OK
Batteries LOW on power
Replace batteries as soon
as possible
Batteries have NO power
Replace batteries now
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Wall controls
all controls
WARNING! Ensure all areas are clear before calling the
stairlift by wall control.
You have two wall controls,
one at the top of the staircase
and one at the bottom.
Use them to call your stairlift to
you.
The wall controls will ONLY work
if all power switches are ON and
the safety key is inserted and in
the ON position.
Wall control
Holster
Calling your stairlift
Calling your stairlift UP stairs:
Press and hold the ▲button.
Calling your stairlift DOWN stairs:
Press and hold the ▼button.
If you release the ▲or ▼buttons when
the stairlift is moving it will stop and will
not start again for a few seconds. Wait,
then press the button again to call.

Battery power indicator lights
When you press the ▲or ▼buttons, the display
will show how much power is left in the batteries.
With average use, they last about 12 months.
Lights ROTATING Batteries OK
Lights ON constantly Batteries LOW on power
Replace batteries as soon
as possible
NO light Batteries have NO power
Replace batteries now
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Wall controls
Your stairlift wall controls
Replacing the batteries
•Remove the remote control from the wall
holster.
•Slide off the battery cover.
•Remove the old batteries. Insert three new
batteries the correct way as shown.
• Slide the battery cover back on and replace
the remote control back into the wall holster.
Batteries required:
3 x AA batteries for each remote control.

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Operating
The stairlift will ONLY work when the power switch is ON and the
safety key is inserted
Lower the seat and armrests
1Turn off the stairlift 2
IMPORTANT:
The downside arm must be lowered or down for the stairlift to work.
WARNING! Place your feet well back on footrest when seated.
Never allow them to dangle off the footrest. Keep your elbows
tucked in when the stairlift is moving, to avoid personal injury.
WARNING! While moving, keep sitting upright and do not lean
forwards, backwards or to the side. Do not make any unnecessary
movements, such as rocking.
Press down the Osymbol on the
armrest before sitting on the stairlift

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Operating your stairlift
Operating
The stairlift will ONLY work when the power switch is ON and the
safety key is inserted
WARNING! Place your feet well back on footrest when seated.
Never allow them to dangle off the footrest. Keep your elbows
tucked in when the stairlift is moving, to avoid personal injury.
WARNING! While moving, keep sitting upright and do not lean
forwards, backwards or to the side. Do not make any unnecessary
movements, such as rocking.
IMPORTANT:
If the optional immobilizer seat belt is
fitted, your stairlift will not start until
you have secured the seat belt correctly.
Press down the Osymbol on the
armrest before sitting on the stairlift
Sit on the seat
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Put your seatbelt on by pulling
it across your lap and clicking
it into the holder on the
opposite armrest.
Lower the footrest
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Press and release the footrest fold button
(on the tip of one of the armrests) to raise
or lower the footrest. This can be done
before or after you sit in the chair. The
footrest should be lowered to ride up or
down the stairs.
Turn the stairlift ON
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Press down the Isymbol on the
armrest switch.

Operating
Arm control
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Move and hold the arm control
in the direction you want to go.
To st o p a t a n y p oi n t r e l e as e i t .
Getting off the seat
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At the top of the stairs swivel the
seat by lifting the levers on either
side of the seat. Or continue to
hold the arm control if you have
the powered swivel seat option.
Turn armrest switch OFF.
Unfasten seat belt by pressing
lever towards armrest.
IMPORTANT:
Your stairlift will start to move after a
slight delay. This is a safety feature.
WARNING! DO NOT
get off until the seat is
swivelled and armrest
switch is off.
Folding the chair away
Raise both armrests and the footrest,
then swivel the seat back to it’s travelling
position using either the manual swivel
levers or, if you have a powered swivel,
the wall controls.
WARNING! Do fold up the seat, footrest and armrest when the stairlift is
not in use. This will reduce tripping hazards and prevents blocking of exits.
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our stairlift may be fitted with a retractable rail that will automatically
o use the retractable rail
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ress and hold the ‘up’ arrow on the

At the top of the stairs swivel the
seat by lifting the levers on either
side of the seat. Or continue to
hold the arm control if you have
the powered swivel seat option.
Turn armrest switch OFF.
Unfasten seat belt by pressing
lever towards armrest.
WARNING! Do fold up the seat, footrest and armrest when the stairlift is
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Operating
Operating your stairlift
Using the retractable rail (optional)
Your stairlift may be fitted with a retractable rail that will automatically
raise so the rail does not obstruct any doorways or passageways.
To use the retractable rail
The retractable rail will automatically move
when you are travelling on the stairlift.
Please note that a light will flash and
you will hear a series of beeps to warn you
and others that the retractable rail is moving.
When you are at the bottom of the stairs,
you will need to move the stairlift back up
the stairs so that the retractable rail does
not obstruct any doorway or passageways.
This will also make sure that the stairlift
is on charge.
Press and hold the ‘up’ arrow on the
remote calling control until the
retractable rail is fully raised.
Please note that if you leave the stairlift
at the bottom of the stairs, it will start to
beep. This is to warn you that your stairlift
may cause an obstruction and that it is not
on charge.
WARNING! Make sure the area around the retractable rail
is clear before moving the stairlift.

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Technical
Cleaning
roubleshooting
WARNING! DO NOT use any solvents, cleaners, bleaches,
abrasives, synthetic detergents, wax silicone polishes or aerosol
spays without checking with Atlas first.
Before cleaning any part of your stairlift make sure that it is turned
off and the safety key is removed.
Use a clean, damp cloth to remove any dust or dirt from the upholstery and rail.
If there are any aspects of cleaning your stairlift that you are unsure about,
contact Atlas directly.
WARNING! DO NOT dispose of any part of this product, or its
batteries, as part of your normal household waste.
For more information about recycling and disposal of your
stairlift and its components, please contact your Atlas.
Maximum angle of installation
Load of one person at a maximum weight
Maximum sound emissions
Battery charger input
Output to stairlift
Up to 52° (depending on local codes)
350lbs
70dB
100-240VAC - 50/60Hz
24V DC 750mA
1) turn the armrest switch to the off
2) move and hold the arm control in
econds the stairlift will start. If not,
en call your Stannah stairlift supplier.
ee back page of this user guide for
epeat steps 1 and 2 until you reach

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Troubleshooting
Cleaning & troubleshooting
Use a clean, damp cloth to remove any dust or dirt from the upholstery and rail.
If there are any aspects of cleaning your stairlift that you are unsure about,
contact your Stannah stairlift supplier.
The armrest light is off
•Check that power switch is ON and
that the safety key is inserted.
•Check that the seat is swivelled back
to its travelling position and that the
swivel levers are fully released. The
stairlift will not move unless it is in
this position.
The armrest light is on
•Check whether there is anything
obstructing the safety edges – If
there is, the stairlift can be moved in
the opposite direction to allow you
to remove the obstruction. You can
then continue to travel up or down
the stairs.
It is unlikely that you will experience a problem with your stairlift. If you do,
please use the following checklist. If it doesn’t help you to solve the problem,
contact Atlas. See back page of this user guide for contact details.
Stairlift will not move
If your Stairlift still does not move
(1) turn the armrest switch to the off
position, then back on.
(2) move and hold the arm control in
the direction of travel – after a few
seconds the stairlift will start. If not,
call Atlas. See back page of this user
guide for contact details.
If the stairlift stops during the above,
repeat steps 1 and 2 until you reach
the bottom of the stairs.
If steps 1 and 2 do not work, then alert
another person in the home and ask
them to contact Atlas.
If you are home alone when using your
stairlift, we strongly recommend carrying
a phone, or some other communication
device, so you can alert others if you
need help getting off the stairlift.
As a last resort, swivel the chair
towards the top of the stairs, undo
seatbelt and exit up the stairs. Then call
Atlas immediately.

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roubleshooting
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If your stairlift stops at the end of the rail and the power light on the armrest
goes off, use the diagnostic chart on page 15. If the checklist does not help
you to
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solve the problem, please follow the instructions below. If in any
doubt, contact Atlas for help. Details are on the back page.
Operating the emergency
drive
Open access door to reveal
emergency stairlift controls.
Press the top button to switch it
to emergency mode.
Press control to drive the stairlift
in chosen direction.
Once finished, press the top
button again to switch it back to
normal operation mode.
Optional retractable rail
does not work
Please call your stairlift supplier.
If the bottom section of rail is
causing an obstruction, you
can raise the rail manually
by lifting the underside of the rail.

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Troubleshooting
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If your stairlift stops at the end of the rail and the power light on the armrest
goes off, use the diagnostic chart on page 15. If the checklist does not help
you to solve the problem, please follow the instructions below. If in any doubt,
please contact your Stannah supplier for help. Details are on the back page.
If your stairlift still doesn’t work, compare the code shown
in the window on the side of the carriage (below the seat)
with the chart below If it doesn’t help you to solve the
problem, contact Atlas. See back page of this user
guide for contact details.
Charging / battery fault.
No faults found.
Obstruction detected around the
footrest / carriage.
Power key is not in correctly or on/
off switch is in the ‘off’ position.
The downside armrest is not
lowered.
Immobilizer seatbelt is not on
correctly (optional)
Seat is not in its travelling position.
Service Technician required.
Check that the battery charger is
plugged in. Check that there has not
been a power outage. If the problem
persists, call Atlas immediately.
Call Atlas.
Check whether there is anything
obstructing the safety edges. If there
is, the stairlift is still on and can be
moved in the opposite direction to
allow you to remove the obstruction.
You can then continue to go up or
down the stairs.
Check power key is in correctly and
on/off switch is in the ‘on’ position -
see item 2 on page 5.
Ensure that the downside armrest is
fully lowered.
If you have an immobilizer seatbelt
fitted then ensure that it is clicked into
place - see page 9.
Swivel seat back to its travelling
position - see page 10.
Call Atlas.
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