Pride Mobility SilverStar Wheelchair/Scooter Lift User manual

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright © 2006
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
INFMANU3109/Rev B/April 2006
This product is manufactured by:
Silver Star Mobility
578 Mason Way
Medford, Oregon 97501
The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the product to identify warnings and
important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely.
WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury,
component damage, or malfunction (black symbol on yellow triangle with black border).
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform
mandatory actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment (white
symbol on blue dot with white border).
PROHIBITED! These actions should be prohibited. These actions should not be performed
at any time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to
personnel and/or damage to equipment (black symbol with red circle and red slash).
Please fill out the following information for quick reference:
PrideProvider:_____________________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________
Purchase Date:____________________ SerialNumber:_________________________________
NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information avail-
able at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any
changes to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this
manual and the product you have purchased.

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CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 8
IV. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 13
V. BATTERY CHARGING........................................................................................................... 15
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 16
VII. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................ 18
VIII.SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 19
IX. WARRANTY................................................................................................................................20

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Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Backpacker Lift System. The Backpacker Lift System design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art
componentswithmodern,attractive styling.We are certain that the designfeaturesandtrouble-free operation
will add convenience to your daily living and ensure complete satisfaction.
At Pride, your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all instructions in this manual before
operating your lift system for the first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit. Your
understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new lift system.
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Backpacker
Lift System. Pride is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of
any person and/or user to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other
instructions or recommendations contained in other Backpacker Lift System related literature issued by
Pride or contained on the Backpacker Lift System itself.
INTERNET AND PRIVATE PURCHASES
If you purchased your product over the internet or from a previous owner and you have any questions about
the safe use and/or maintenance of the product, please visit Pride’s web site www.pridemobility.com or
contact your authorized Pride Provider.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product or
remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail,
refuse,orneglect toinstallanyretrofitkitsfromtimeto timeprovidedbyPridetoenhanceorpreserve thesafeuse
ofthis product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear
about the safety and reliability of your new lift system, and about the service you received from your
authorized Pride Provider.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about
safety, new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your new lift system.
Please feel free to contact us at the address below:
PrideMobilityProductsCorporation
Attn.:CustomerCareDepartment
182SusquehannaAve.
Exeter, PA18643-2694
[e-mail]
800.424.8205
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact
us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
I. INTRODUCTION

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I. INTRODUCTION
PRIDE OWNERS CLUB
As an owner of a Pride product, you are encouraged to enroll in the Pride Owners Club. Complete and
return your enclosed product registration card or visit Pride’s web site at www.pridemobility.com. As a
registered member, each time you visit our site, you have access to the most interactive, educational venue
available today for people with mobility needs, their families, and friends.
From our home page, select “Owners Club” to enter a page dedicated to current and potential Pride product
owners. You will gain access to interviews, stories, recreation ideas, daily living tips, product and funding
information, and interactive message boards. These message boards invite you to communicate with other
Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you with any questions or
concerns you may have.

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II. SAFETY
PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbols below are used on the lift system to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited
actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
Crush Hazard—Pinch/crush points created during assembly and operation.
Keep hands clear.
Crush Hazard—Moving parts can crush and cut. Keep hands clear.
Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary,
properly install an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having
2-pronged plug access. Failure to heed could result in personal injury and/
or property damage.
Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension
cord to the charger cord.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum lifting capacity.
Lift system intended for use with unoccupied mobility device. Do not use
product to lift people.
Do not use as a step.
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Do not sit on mobility device while activating lift or during transport.
Do not sit on Power Chair or
Scooter while activating lift
or during transport.
Crush Hazard—Moving lift can crush. Keep feet clear during operation.

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LIFTING CAPABILITIES
The Backpacker Lift System is designed for a maximum lifting capacity of 325 lbs. (147 kg). Under no
circumstances should the Backpacker Lift System be made to exceed this weight limit. Subjecting the lift
system to the strain of hoisting more than it is designed to lift may cause it to fail, resulting in damage to the
mobility device and/or the lift operator. Refer to the mobility device owner’s manual for information on the
overall weight of the mobility device before lifting.
WARNING! Adding accessories, oversize batteries, or a different seat will increase the
weight of your mobility device. Verify with your authorized Pride Provider that the total
weight of your mobility device, including additions, does not exceed 325 lbs. (147 kg).
INSTALLATION
YourBackpackerLiftSystemisaninsidevanliftdesignedforinstallationintovariousbrandsoffull-sizedandmini
vans.Readandfullyunderstandtheinstallationinstructionsprovidedinthismanualandrelatedliteratureforyour
brandofvehiclebeforeinstallingtheliftsystem.
LIFTING NON-PRIDE PRODUCTS
TheBackpackerLiftSystemisanextremelyversatiledevicewhichusersmayemploytoliftitemsotherthanPride
products.Pride has nocontrolover such use,nor can Prideanticipateevery possible usetowhich aBackpacker
LiftSystemmaybeput.Liftingnon-Pride productswiththeBackpackerLiftSystemisdoneattheoperator’sown
risk,andPrideacceptsno liabilityfor damageorinjuryresultingfromsuchuse.
PRELIFT INSPECTION
Before operating the Backpacker Lift System, conduct a careful survey of your surroundings to ensure that
the lift system has a clear path of operation. Remove any possible obstructions before operating the lift and
do not allow children to operate or play near the lift.
OPERATOR POSITIONING
The operator of the lift should stand a safe distance from the unit being lifted/lowered to ensure that his/her
feet are never positioned under the raised lift platform. The operator should also keep his/her hands clear of
the lift system to avoid the potential for injury.
TRANSPORT VEHICLE POSITIONING
Be sure your vehicle is parked on flat, level ground before attempting to load, lift, or remove a mobility
device with the Backpacker Lift System. Make sure the vehicle emergency park brake is engaged before
loading or unloading a mobility device.
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III. INSTALLATION
BACKPACKER LIFT SYSTEM INSTALLATION
WARNING! Prevent product and/or vehicle damage! The Backpacker Lift should be installed
by an authorized service technician only.
NOTE: Use only the supplied hardware to install the Backpacker Lift System.
NOTE: If you are installing the Backpacker into a full-sized van, refer to the information provided in
separate literature for side-entry securement system installation. If you are installing the Backpacker
into a mini van, refer to the following information.
Follow these steps to install the Backpacker:
1. Removetherearseat fromthevanaccordingto thevehicle manufacturerremovalinstructions.
2. Route the Backpacker wiring harness through the vehicle. See “Wiring Harness Installation.”
WARNING! Prevent product damage! Route the wiring harness through the vehicle rather
than under the vehicle to avoid coming in contact with sharp edges, extreme temperatures,
moving parts, and roadway debris. Power shorts may occur if wires come in contact with
hot exhaust parts or sharp edges.
WARNING! Never attach the wiring harness to a secondary power source. Do not attempt
to use trailer wiring to power the lift system. The wiring harness must be connected
directly to the vehicle battery.
NOTE: If your lift is equipped with an optional onboard battery, refer to “Onboard Battery Installation.”
Figure 1. Basic Securement System Installation
FLOOR PLATE
MOUNTINGHARDWARE
MID-RISERBAR
3. Positionasecurementsystemfloorplateovereach
set of floor locks that hold the rear seat to the
floorof thevan.See figure1.
NOTE: Securement systems vary depending on
vehicle manufacturer. While these instructions
describe basic installation for most vehicles,
your securement system may require separate
parts based on the make of your vehicle. Refer
to the installation instructions supplied with
your securement system or contact your autho-
rized Pride Provider for more information.
4. Secure each floor plate to the floor of the van
usingthesuppliedmountinghardware.Seefigure
1.Donot fullytightenthemountinghardware at
thistime.
5. Position the mid-riser bar over the floor plate
closest to the rear of the vehicle, aligning the
mountingholesinthemid-riserbarwith thosein
thefloor plate.Seefigure 1.

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III. INSTALLATION
Figure 2. Backpacker Installation
6. Remove theshippingcleat fromthe Backpackerstopblock anddiscard itandthe mountingnut.
7. Installtheboltyouremovedfromthe shippingcleatintothestopblockontheBackpackerandsecure withthe
suppliednut.Seefigure2.
8. Connect theBackpackerwiring harnesstothe handcontrol.
9. Place the Backpacker uponblocks,so that there is at least 1-foot of clearanceundertheframe.
10. Connect the Backpacker to a power source.
11. Reachunder theBackpackertruck frameand simultaneously pressthe microswitch andthe “UP” buttonon
the handcontroltoraise the tower 4-6 in. See figure 2.
12. Carefullyslide theBackpacker intothe rearof thevanandcenteritoverthethreadedholesinthe floorplates.
Seefigure 2.Make surethemid-riser baris stillproperlyaligned.
WARNING! Lifting weight beyond your physical capability can result in personal injury. At
least two people should lift the Backpacker into the rear of the vehicle.
WARNING! Avoid pinch points! Do not hold the lift frame by the pivot points when installing
the Backpacker.
13. Placea lockingplate overeachofthethreadedholesinthefloorplateandsecurewiththesuppliedbolts.Screw
thebolts intothe threadedholes,but donot fullytightenthe hardwareatthis time.See figure2.
TOWER MICROSWITCHES
STOP BLOCK
LOCKING PLATE TRUCK MICROSWITCH
TRUCK
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III. INSTALLATION
14. Simultaneouslypress thetwomicroswitches on the
Backpacker tower arm and the “DOWN” button
on the hand control until thetower reaches its full
extension.Seefigure2.
15. Releasethemicroswitches,thenpress the “UP” but-
ton on the hand control toretract the towerarm.
16. Insert the T-Bar into the lift tower and secure into
positionwiththesupplied hardware.See figure3.
17. Pushthe “UP”buttononthehand controltoraise the
platformframetoitshighestposition.
18. Inspect the clearance between the bumper and the
platformframe.Appropriateclearanceisnecessaryin
ordertoslidetheplatformintothevehicle.
NOTE: If there is not adequate clearance between
the bumper and the platform frame, you may need
to install an end support bracket. Remove the Back-
packer from the van and install the end support
bracket close to the rear door opening. Reinstall the
lift into the van, making sure that the bolts protrud-
ing from the bottom plate of the Backpacker closest
to the van door snap into the tapped holes on the
top of the end support bracket, then repeat steps 13
through 18.
NOTE: It may be required to trim the rear inside
sill to achieve the adequate platform clearance with
the platform under load.
19. Attachthe liftplatformto thelift frame. Referto the
installationinstructionssuppliedwithyourliftplatform.
20. Drape theY-strap over the platform and secure the
lockassemblytotheliftplatform.Seefigure4.
21. Fullytightenallmountinghardwarethroughoutthelift
system once the unit has been centered and all re-
quiredclearances havebeen achieved.
22. RuntheBackpackerthroughanentireliftcycle.Lower
theplatformtothegroundandthenraisetheplatform
to the fully stowed position in the van. See IV.
“Operation.” Figure 4.Y-Strap Installation
LOCK ASSEMBLY
Figure 3.T-Bar Installation
T-BAR
LIFT TOWER
NOTE: Pay attention to the path of the lift platform during operation. Make sure the lift does not rub
against or interfere with the vehicle in any way. If you notice any contact between the lift platform and
the vehicle, stop lift operation immediately and contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance.