M. Bartels SA-2 User manual

Operation Manual
Stairclimber SA-2
Bedienungsanleitung
Treppenkuli SA-2
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- If you transfer this machine, be sure to attach this operation manual to the machine. -
Minimum landing space
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. ESSENTIALS OF SAFE OPERATION 4
2. CONFIGURATION AND SPECIFICATIONS 6
2.1 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION 6
2.2 SPECIFICATIONS 6
2.3 MATERIAL 7
3. NAME OF EACH UNIT 7
4. ASSEMBLING THE MACHINE 8
4.1 NAME OF EACH ASSEMBLY 8
4.2 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 8
4.3 HEADREST ATTACHMENT 9
5. DESCRIPTION OF EACH UNIT 10
5.1 SWITCHES 10
5.2 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION 11
5.3 STAIR GAUGE HANDLING PROCEDURE 12
6. BATTERY CHARGE SYSTEM 13
6.1 BATTERY 13
6:2 CHARGER 13
6.3 CHARGING PROCEDURE 14
6.4 MALFUNCTION, INSPECTION, RESOLUTION PROCEDURE 16
6.5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT 17
7. PRE-USE INSPECTION 18
8. OPERATION 22
8.1 WHEELCHAIR SETTING 22
8.2 ASCENDING STAIRS 26
8.3 DESCENDING STAIRS 29
9. DAILY MAINTENANCE AND CARE 31
9.1 BATTERY 31
9.2 RUBBER CRAWLERS 31
9.3 MISCELLANEOUS 31
10. TERMS OF GUARANTEE 31
11. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 32
12. REUTILISATION 33
13. AGENTS ABROAD 34
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1. ESSENTIALS OF SAFE OPERATION
Before using STAIRMATE
STAIRMATE 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
1. Always check STAIRMATE before using it:
• The operator must check STAIRMATE before
using it.
• The initial inspection is necessary for safe
operation.
Stairs with rough edges
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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 flame or short-circuit
Battery.
• If Battery is cracked and its electrolytic solution
contacts skin or clothes, immediately rinse the
contaminated area with plenty of water
• If electrolytic solution splashes into the eye, rinse
the eye with plenty of clean water and consult an
ophthalmologist.
• Use special Battery Charger for charging Battery.
3 Safe operation with proper knowledge:
• The operator needs sufficient training. Be sure
the training is undertaken before the operator
runs this machine for the first time.
• Proper clothes, suitable to machine control, must
be worn.
• The machine can be run only after Wheelchair
is safely secured by Forks, Seat Belt and other
necessary items.
• No operator overworked, sick, taking medicine,
intoxicated, or otherwise inhibited may operate
STAIRMATE.
4 Operation on a staircase:
• Never run the machine on a staircase angle
exceeding 35 degrees, on a curved staircase, an
oily staircase, an icy staircase, a wet or slippery
staircase or any other inappropriate staircase.
• Obliquely ascending or descending the stairswill
result in danger of serious accidentThe operator
must avoid oblique operation on stairs.Always
approach the staircase squarely.
• Whenever running the machine upward, the
operator must always pay attention to the area
behind him/herself. Do not run STAIRMATE if
the stairs is crowded. Whenever running the
machine downward,the operator must always pay
attention to the front of the machine. Do not run
STAIRMATE if the stairs is crowded.
• Never let go of the machine unless unavoidable
circumstances separate the operator from the
machine.
5 Stopping machine
• If the machine gives trouble, malfunctions or
is damaged, immediately stop operating the
machine. Running it with a problem existing can
result in a serious accident.
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2. CONFIGURATION AND SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
STAIRMATE consists of the following assemblies.
• Handle Unit
• Drive Unit
• Wheelchair Mount Unit
• Headrest
• Drive Unit Wheels
• Battery Pack
Stansard
accessories
• Changer (12V) 1 unit
• Parts List 1 copy
2.2 SPECIFICATIONS
Model SA-2
Passenger 1
Operator 1
Rubber Crawler 2 Rubber Crawlers (Width: 51mm)
Stair ascent speed 20 steps (6.45 m) / min.
Stair descent speed 28 steps (8.81 m) / min.
Maximum load 130 kg
Maximum stair angle 35°
Motor Type: permanent-magnet DC motor Rated power: 210 W / 30 min.
Brake Spring loaded electromagnetic brake
Running time (min) / charge Ascending: 600 steps / 30 min. Descending: 840 steps / 30 min.
Battery Maintenance free type sealed lead battery 12V - 20Ah
Charger Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.0A MAX 0utput: 12VDC, 3A
Weight 54 kg
External dimensions
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3. NAME OF EACH UNIT
Headrest
Kick Bar
Stair Gauge
Operation
Switch
Fork
Wheelchair Mount Unit
Seat Belt
Wheelchair Support Tube
WheelDC Motor, Magnetic BrakeReduction Gear
Rubber Crawler
Battery Pack
Pedal Guard
Key Switch
STAIRMATE´s Wheelchair-capable mount
A: Wheelchair height
760 mm up to 950 mm from the floor
B: Space under the X-frame Center height: 210 mm min
End height: 170 mm min: 170 mm
Crawler under-frame limits
C: Inside width between
base tubes
320 mm or wider
D: Main Wheel diameter 22 inch or larger
22“ or bigger 320 mm or broader
760 - 950 mm
The following wheelchair types cannot be
mounted:
1. Reclining type wheelchair
2. Foldable or detachable handle type wheelchair
3. Detachable armrest type wheelchair
4. Caliper brake installed Wheelchair
5. Any wheelchair that has machine part trouble.
The dimensions shown above are
standard values. Some wheelchairs may
not fit.
2.3 MATERIAL
Frame: steel, powder-coated; Drive chains: rubber; Drive unit: aluminium die casting.
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4. ASSEMBLING THE MACHINE
4.1 NAME OF EACH ASSEMBLY
4.2 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. Confirm that Key Switch is set to „OFF“.
Set Handle Unit‘s Hook against Guide
Roller Shaft and push it until Hook
reaches its dead-end against Guide Roller
Shaft.
2. Insert two Lock Pins into the two sides of
Handle Hook unit. Then secure each Lock
Pin with its „R“ Pin.
Headrest
Drive Unit Handle Unit
Handle Unit
Drive Unit
Guide Roller
Shaft
Hook
Lock Pins
R Pin
• Before STAIRMATE is assembled, be sure to set Key
Switch to „OFF“.
• After STAIRMATE is assembled, confirm that Lock Pin
is firmly secured by its „R“ Pin to Handle‘s Hook Point.
Insecure Lock Pin attachment can cause passenger to
fall or other serious accident.
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3. Lower Handle Unit to meet Guide Plate and
secure it firmly.
NOTE: Unless Handle Unit is fully locked,
STAIRMATE will not run even when
Switch is pressed UP or DOWN.
4.3 HEADREST ATTACHMENT
Install Headrest to Handle Unit with Velcro
Tape. Velcro Tape must be firmly applied
at specified height in order to support the
passenger.
Handle Unit
Guide Plate
Limit Switch
Headrest
Velcro Tape
Handle Unit
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5. DESCRIPTION OF EACH UNIT
5.1 SWITCHES
1. Key Switch
It turns on/off the power supply. When it is
turned clockwise, the power will be ON and
when turned counter-clockwise, the power
will be off.
NOTE: When STAIRMATE 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 Switch
Selects ascent or descent mode. Only while
this Switch is pressed, does the machine
run. If UP Seesaw is pressed, the machine
will ascend. If DOWN Seesaw is pressed,
the machine will descend.When the finger is
released, Switch will automatically return its
neutral position and the machine will stop.
3. Emergency Stop Switch
When this Switch is pressed, the machine
will stop immediately. STAIRMATE won‘t
restart. Even when the other Switch is
pressed.Torelease the emergency stop
condition, turn Emergency Stop Switch in
the „arrow“ indicated direction.
4. Operation Switch on Drive Unit
When Forward or Reverse Switch top
is pressed, the machine will run in the
corresponding direction. When Switch
is released, Switch will return its neutral
position and the machine will stop.
NOTE: This Switch is not to be used for
stair work. Use it only for running
STAIRMATE without Handle Unit.
UP/DOWNSwitch
Ascending
Descending
Emergency Stop Switch
Operation Switch
on Drive Unit
Forward
reverse
Key Switch
Never attach the objects to Key.If any object is attached to Key,
it will be caught in Lock Unit preventing Frame from locking.
This could result in a serious accident
DANGER
• If 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 it.
• Never attach the objects to Key. Doing so may cause the
objects to be caught by Rubber Crawler.
• Pay attention that the operator‘s fingers are not caught in a
Rubber Crawler while the operator pushes Operation Switch
on Drive Uint near floor level.
CAUTION
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5.2 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION
1. Unscrew Battery Plug‘s Screw and
then release Plug from Battery Pack‘s
Receptacle. Never disconnect Plug by
pulling Cord. Be sure to hold Battery Plug
itself to remove it.
2. Pull and remove Battery Securing Handle
from Battery Pack.
3. Hold Battery Pack‘s Handle and remove
it while pulling it obliquely to front and
upward. Battery Pack reinstallation is the
reverse of Battery Pack removal.
Battery Pack
Receptacle
Battery Plug
Receptacle
Handle
Rubber Band
Handle
Battery Pack
• When Battery Pack is installed, be sure to tighten Plug‘s
Screw.
• If Battery Pack is dropped, Battery may be damaged.
Pay attention to safe handling during Battery removal/
reinstallation.
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5.3 STAIR GAUGE HANDLING PROCEDURE
1. Detach Stair Gauge from the rear of
Handle Unit.
2. Set Stair Gauge against the edge of
the neighboring stair. Observe Pointer
position. If Pointer settles within Green
Color Range, it is possible to use
STAIRMATE.
Never use STAIRMATE on a stair if Pointer
settles within Red Color Range.After the
measurement is completed, be sure to
return Stair Gauge to its original position
on STAIRMATE.
NOTE: If the customer loses Stair
Gauge, they must immediately
order a replacement form the
agency where purchased.
Handle Unit
Screw
Stair Gauge
Stair Gauge
Pointer
Red Color Range
Green
Color Range
Never use STAIRMATE on stair if Stair Gauge‘s Pointer settles
within Red Color Range.(over 35 degrees)
DANGER
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6. BATTERY CHARGE SYSTEM
6.1 BATTERY
A Sealed Lead Battery is used in STAIRMATE. 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
STAIRMATE. Battery is automatically charged
depending on 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 illuminate), 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.)
6:2 CHARGER
• Never bring Battery near a flame.
• Never disassemble Battery.
• Never connect Battery Terminals with tools or metals.
• Use special Battery Charger for charging Battery.
• Always check Battery‘s condition. If any crack or deformation
or 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 oil
moistened cloth.
• If the electrolytic liquid from a damaged Battery contacts skin
or clothes, rinse the area with plenty of water immediately. If
the electrolytic liquid invades the operator‘s eye, rinse it with
clean water immediately and consult an ophthalmologist.
• Battery is a sealed type. Never remove its cover. If the cover
is 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 cool
and dry place and charge it again monthly. Even though
Battery is not used during storage, its capacity constantly
decreases. Therefore its performance will decrease compared
with the previous occasion the machine was used.
DANGER
WARNING
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6.3 CHARGING PROCEDURE
1. Connect Battery Charger’s Plug to Battery
Pack’s Receptacle.
2. Connect AC Adapter to outlet (AC100 to
240V). Connect Power Plug.
100-240V AC outlet
Charger
Battery Pack
Receptacle
Charger‘s Plug
Battery Pack
100-240V AC outlet
AC Adapter
Power Plug
Prepare an area-specific AC conversion Adapter for installation
between AC outlet and Power Plug.
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Receptacle
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3. When Power Plug is inserted, the charging
process immediately starts. The charging
progress 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.
4. When charging is completed, disconnect
Power Plug from the outlet and disconnect
Charger‘s Plug from Battery Pack‘s
Receptacle.
LED
• This Charger is not equipped with a timer function. When
Green LED illuminates, disconnect Charger‘s Plug from
Battery Pack‘s Receptacle.
• Charge Battery in an ambient temperature between 5 and
40°C. If Battery is charged in an ambient temperature lower
than 5°C, it may not charge fully.
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6.4 MALFUNCTION, INSPECTION, RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
TROUBLE CAUSE COUNTERMEASURE
No power supplied. LED
won‘t illuminate.
Insufficient 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 P 17.)
The charging process is
completed however work
able period is shortened.
Battery nearly dead. Replace with a new Battery.
(See P 17.)
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 instructions
thoroughly before using Charger.
• Charger is only to be used with an AC100-240V power
source. Never connect Power Cable to any other power
source specification.
• Be sure to finish trickle charging within 12 hours after battery
charging process is completed. Extended charging may
reduce battery capacity re¬sulting in shorter battery life.
• Battery and Charger‘s Output Terminals have polarity. Confirm
that those Terminals are correctly connected according their
polarity. Improper connection will result in a short circuit and
cause a cable to melt or other serious charger malfunction.
• Never remove Charger Cover or you will risk receiving an
electric shock.
• Keep Charger indoors, away from direct sunlight and water
splashes. Neglecting this can cause fire, electric shock or
equipment malfunction.
• As Battery deteriorates, its voltage will fail to reach normal
full-charge voltage.
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6.5 BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1. Unscrew the screw mounting Battery
Case and Cover.
2. Disconnect cables from Battery Terminals,
remove exhausted Batteries, and install new
ones.
3. Connect cables to Battery Terminals as
shown in the figure below. Confirm that
cables are properly connected to proper
terminals. Then apply adhesive agent to
Connectors to prevent their loosening.
Screw
Cover
Battery Case
Battery
Case Black Red
Ground
Black
Ground
Red
Ground
Black
Ground
Red
Red
While Key Switch is set to ON, power will be supplied from
Battery. If STAIRMATE is not be used, be sure to set Key to OFF
and remove it from Key Switch.
CAUTION
Please regard to official rules and regulations for the disposal of batteries. Batteries are to be
returned to sales operator or official public waste disposal site.
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7. PRE-USE INSPECTION
Before using the machine, be sure to carry out the daily inspection. The daily inspection will
prevent trouble. It is essential before handling STAIRMATE.
SWITCH INSPECTION
WHEELCHAIR MOUNT UNIT
INSPECTION
SEAT BELT INSPECTION
Check that all Switches function correctly.
Check that there is no deformation or
crack in Wheelchair Mount Unit and that it
functions correctly.
Check that there is no deformation or crack
in any Seat Belt securing part and that Seat
Belt is securely locked.
UP/DOWN Switch
Ascending
Descending
Emergency Stop Switch
Forward
Reverse
Operation Switch on Drive Unit
Key Switch
Width adjustment
Height
adjustment
Width adjustment
Slide Block Knob
Knob
Seat Belt
Wheelchair
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PEDAL GUARD AND KICK BAR INSPECTION
Check that there is no crack or other damage to Control Cable, Pedal Guard or Kick Bar and
that they function normally.
LOCK UNIT INSPECTION MOTOR, REDUCTION GEAR
INSPECTION
Check that Lock Unit functions correctly, and
Handle Unit remains stowed when Handle is
locked.
Check that Motor and Reduction Gear have
no abnormal noise, deformation, crack or oil
leakage.
Control Cable
Handle Unit
Handle Unit
Reduction Gear Motor
Pedal Guard
Kick Bar
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Check that the right end lamp of Battery Gauge is illuminated.
When the charge level decreases, the illuminating point will shift to the left.
If Battery Gauge is not illuminated at the right end, it means Battery is not fully charged or battery
capacity is reduced due to its deterioration. The total running period will be diminished
.
BATTERY GAUGE INSPECTION
Battery Gauge Available time (Charging percentage)
1
The right end LED illuminates
30 min. (100%)
2
The fourth LED from the right end illuminates
20 min. (65%)
After operating, charge STAIRMATE’s Battery
Pack
3
The seventh LED from the right end illuminates
10 min. (30%)
4
The second LED from the left end flashes
Stopp (0%)
Stop operating the machine and charge Bat-
tery immediately
5
The first and second LEDs from the left end flashes
This indication being prolonged will result in
rapid Battery deterioration. Be sure to stop
the machine at the „4“ indication and charge
Battery.
BATTERY GAUGE INDICATION
Any time Key Switch is set to ON, Battery Gauge indication
may differ from its indication when the power was previously
turned off.
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