Liftkar PTR User manual

LIFTKAR PTR
POWERED TRACKED STAIRCLIMBER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
English

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INTRODUCTION 3 .....................................................................................................................................................................
1 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES 4 ........................................................................................................................................
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 8 ...................................................................................................................................................
2.1 Controls - Handle Unit 8 .................................................................................................................................................
2.2 Controls - Base Unit 9 ....................................................................................................................................................
2.3 LIFTKAR PTR – INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS 9 ...................................................................................................................
2.4 TECHNICAL DATA 9 ........................................................................................................................................................
2.5 Indicators and Controls 10 .............................................................................................................................................
2.6 Main Dimensions 11 .......................................................................................................................................................
3 START-UP 12 .........................................................................................................................................................................
First Steps 12 .......................................................................................................................................................................
3.1 Charge Battery 12 ..........................................................................................................................................................
3.2 Inserting / Locking the Handle Unit to the Base Unit 12 .................................................................................................
3.3 Locking the Handle Unit 12 ............................................................................................................................................
3.4 Detaching the Handle Unit 13 ........................................................................................................................................
3.5 Removing the Handle Unit 13 ........................................................................................................................................
4 OPERATION 14 ......................................................................................................................................................................
4.1 Attaching the Wheel Chair 14 ........................................................................................................................................
4.2 Operation on the Stairs 15 .............................................................................................................................................
4.3 Removing the Wheel Chair 16 ........................................................................................................................................
4.4 Using the Tracked Stairclimber on Level Surfaces 17 ....................................................................................................
4.5 Tilting Angle Sensor 18 ..................................................................................................................................................
4.6 Battery Status Warning 18 .............................................................................................................................................
4.7 Recommendation for Charging the Battery Pack 18 ......................................................................................................
4.8 Safety Release System 19 ..............................................................................................................................................
5 CLEANING AND DISPOSAL 19 .............................................................................................................................................
5.1 Cleaning and Disinfection 19 .........................................................................................................................................
5.2 Disposal 20 ....................................................................................................................................................................
5.3 Re-Use / Second-Hand Use 20 ........................................................................................................................................
5.4 Fire-Fighting Measures 20 ..............................................................................................................................................
5.5 Safety Check 20 .............................................................................................................................................................
5.6 Recalls and corrective actions 21 ...................................................................................................................................
6 WARRANTY AND COSTUMER SERVICE 22 .........................................................................................................................
6.1 Modification of the Tracked Stairclimber 22 ...................................................................................................................
7 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 23 ............................................................................................................................................
7.1 Warranty 23 ...................................................................................................................................................................
7.2 Liability 23 .....................................................................................................................................................................
8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 24 ...................................................................................................................................
NOTES 25 ..................................................................................................................................................................................
CONTACT 27 ..............................................................................................................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS!
WITH LIFTKAR PTR YOU RECEIVE A SAFE TRACKED STAIRCLIMBER. THE PURPOSE IS THAT IT HELPS
YOU SAFELY CONVEY WHEELCHAIR USERS UP AND DOWN STAIRS.
The LIFTKAR PTR is a mobile unit that has been especially developed for operating on straight steps. Wheelchair
users can now move around more freely and helpers no longer need to strain their backs on the stairs.
The LIFTKAR PTR can quickly be dismantled into two handy parts by shifting two levers: the base unit including
rechargeable battery weighs approx. 28 kg, the handle unit approx. 11 kg. The LIFTKAR PTR ensures safe
handling on the stairs. Regardless of whether you operate a professional mobility service or are a friend,
relation or partner, we wish you much satisfaction in using this unit. This instruction manual is designed to help
you learn how to use the LIFTKAR PTR.
In order to update you about product news as well as technical changes (e.g. options, accessories) we ask you
to register your product online.
https://www.sano-stairclimbers.com/product-registration
THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOES NOT REPLACE THE OBLIGATORY TRAINING PROVIDED BY AN
AUTHORISED SPECIALIST.
LIFTKAR® PTR (incl. options headrest, backrest cushion and foldable wheelchair
brackets)

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For wheelchairs with brake levers at the push handles it is obligatory to use mini ramps.
1 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
NOTE
Information from the manufacturer
󰿉CAUTION - IMMINENT DANGER OR HARMFUL SITUATION POSSIBLE
If not avoided, physical injury or damage to property will result.
󰿉WARNING - IMMINENT DANGER POSSIBLE
If not avoided, death or severe physical injury can result.
󰿉DANGER - IMMINENT DANGER
If not avoided, death and severe physical injury will result.

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NOTE
Please read this instruction manual carefully. Follow all instructions in this manual and take
notice of the warning signs and pictograms on the unit. Climbing stairs presents a risk in itself
and not complying with these instructions could cause accidents.
The tracked stairclimber may only be used for the purpose for which it has been designed –
transporting people on straight stairs.
The LIFTKAR-PTR must be operated by people who
have proof of having been trained in how to operate the tracked stairclimber
can walk upstairs backwards
are both physically and mentally sound
are able to maintain balance without great physical strain.
The LIFTKAR PTR must NOT be operated by the following people:
People under the age of 16
People under the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol
Pregnant people
Children are not permitted to use the tracked stairclimber.
If an accident should occur with the stairclimber, this must be reported to your specialist dealer
immediately (vigilance!).
The wheelchair must be in technically trouble-free condition (no damage to the frame etc., no
missing or loose fittings, no modifications, tires and brakes in good condition). If in doubt,
contact your specialist dealer before using
The LIFTKAR PTR is not designed for travelling extended distances over horizontal surfaces.
Do not use the LIFTKAR with a passenger until you have practiced operating it perfectly without
a payload. Next, try operating it again with somebody as lightweight as possible who is not
disabled. The test passenger should hold onto a handrail or a second person during the climb.
Use on wet, slippery surfaces is not recommended.

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CAUTION
Do not use the LIFTKAR with a passenger until you have practiced operating it perfectly without
a payload. Next, try operating it again with somebody as lightweight as possible who is not
disabled. The test passenger should hold onto a handrail or a second person during the climb.
Never reach into the stairclimber tracks (risk of trapping/squashing)!
To transport the device itself, we recommend dismantling the LIFTKAR PTR.
The LIFTKAR PTR has a powerful 12Ah/24Volt rechargeable battery that should always be fully-
charged before using the tracked stairclimber. If, for whatever reason, the battery pack should
run out of power while in operation on stairs, immediately move the stairclimber down the
stairs and fully recharge the battery. It is always possible to move down at least one flight of
stairs, even with a rechargeable battery that is almost empty. The first sign of the battery pack
running out is indicated by the stairclimber's performance. The LIFTKAR PTR becomes slower
and appears to be struggling. Inexperienced operators are warned by the LED display: if the
battery pack needs to be recharged the LED display starts flashing, alternating
between red and green and there is an intermittent acoustic warning signal.
The following rules apply regarding ambient conditions for storing and operating the LIFTKAR
tracked stairclimber: avoid exposing the tracked stairclimber to high temperatures (above
40°C) such as direct sunlight or high air humidity (above 70%) as a consequence of using in a
sauna area or in the rain, or similar, due to the risk of damaging the stairclimber as a result of
overheating. Likewise, avoid exposing the tracked stairclimber to very low temperatures below
5°C. Do not use in the vicinity of sensitive medical equipment.

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WARNING
For transporting people using LIFTKAR PTR tracked stairclimbers, only use wheelchairs fitted
with a safety belt or other personnel retention system.
It is essential that passengers who are not able to sit independently are strapped in.
Do not use the tracked stairclimber if unusual noises and/or vibrations occur while the LIFTKAR
stairclimber is in operation. Withdraw the stairclimber from use and have it inspected by an
authorized specialist.
Never use the LIFTKAR PTR on stairs at an inclination of more than 35°.
Make sure that the stairs to be climbed are designed to bear the combined load of tracked
stairclimber + wheelchair + weight of persons.
Never operate the stairclimber on heavily damaged stairs (e.g. if the edges of the steps are
worn away).
It is not possible to use the tracked stairclimber on spiral staircases or stairs with tight corners.
To prevent yourself from slipping off steps, make sure you are wearing non-slip footwear.
To avoid accidents, do not use the stairclimber on wet, slippery or waxed stairs. Carpet
coverings must also be non-slip.
The person being transported must not hang their arms to the side or move their arms
suddenly. Instead, their arms should rest on the armrests or their thighs.
DANGER
Never operate the LIFTKAR PTR on surfaces that are wet, slippery, polished or waxed, smooth,
icy or generally do not give the operator sufficient stability, and impair the adhesion of the
stairclimber tracks. Rugs and carpets can also present a risk.
Under no circumstances may you let go of the handle while operating the stairclimber on the
stairs. Always operate the stairclimber with both hands (Danger of falling).
Make sure that nobody is below the unit while in operation on stairs (Danger of collision).
Make sure you always wear closed, non-slip shoes when operating the LIFTKAR
(Danger of falling).
Without exception, the stair climber must not be used in explosion-proof areas.
Never overload the device. The maximum load capacity (model-dependent) of the LIFTKAR PTR
is 130 kg or 160 kg (weight of person + weight of wheelchair). Make sure that your wheelchair
(!) is designed to bear the weight of the person to be transported.

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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Headrest *1.
Wheel Chair Retention Clip2.
Handle Unit3.
Base Unit4.
Controls - Handle Unit5.
* optional
Backrest Cushion *6.
Retention Bolt7.
Retention Lever8.
Controls - Base Unit9.
Foldable Wheel Chair Brackets *10.
Controls - Handle Unit Controls - Base Unit
2.1 CONTROLS - HANDLE UNIT
ON/OFF - UP/DOWN
If the LIFTKAR PTR is switched off, switch it on by pressing this button. The LIFTKAR PTR automatically
switches on in UP mode.
The LED illuminates green.
Press this button to switch to DOWN mode. LED flashes green.
Press this button longer (approx. 2 seconds) to switch off the LIFTKAR PTR. After approx. 5 minutes of
inactivity, the unit switches off automatically to save battery power.
LED
Illuminates green in UP mode.
Flashes green in DOWN mode.
Changes to red if the stairs are too steep (36° - 40°). The speed of the LIFTKAR PTR is reduced
automatically.
A red light and an acoustic warning go on when the unit is overloaded, or the stairs are too steep. PTR
stops.
Flashing red and green and an acoustic warning go on if battery power is low.
EMERGENCY STOP
Stops the LIFTKAR PTR tracked stairclimber.
Reset the Emergency STOP by pulling or rotating the switch.

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2.2 CONTROLS - BASE UNIT
KEY
The key protects the LIFTKAR PTR against
unauthorised use.
ON/OFF
Same function as on handle unit. WARNING
Use only for loading purposes (e.g.
stowing in car).
DRIVE
Starts the drive chain in the chosen climbing mode.
SPEED
Preselect switch for stair climbing speed
Speed I ..................... 5,5m/min
Speed II ................... 6,5m/min
Speed III ................... 7,5m/min
2.3 LIFTKAR PTR – INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS
LIFTKAR PTR – COMPONENTS (SCOPE OF DELIVERY)
2.4 TECHNICAL DATA
Maximum load
(incl. wheel chair) 130 kg / 160 kg
Minimum wheel chair width
(frame inside) 420 mm
Max. inclination 35°
Total weight 39 kg
Weight of base unit
(incl. batteries) 28 kg
Range up to 1000 steps *
Minimum landing space 970 x 970 mm
Sound pressure level below 80dB
* depending on overall weight to be transported
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2.5 INDICATORS AND CONTROLS
BASE UNIT
Key switch
ON/OFF - UP/DOWN switch
Speed selector switch I / II / III
DC charging socket
Main fuse
HANDLE UNIT
ON/OFF - UP/DOWN switch
Multi-function LED – battery status and inclination
angle
EMERGENCY STOP
Activation button