SANO NEO LIFTKAR SAL UNI User manual

NEO LIFTKAR SAL
SAL UNI / SAL ERGO / SAL FOLD / SAL FOLD-L
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
English

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INTRODUCTION 3 .....................................................................................................................................................................
1 SAFETY GUIDELINES / TECHNICAL DATA 3 ........................................................................................................................
1.1 General safety guidelines 3 ............................................................................................................................................
1.2 Technical data of the LIFTKAR SAL 4 ..............................................................................................................................
1.3 Technical data for Lithium quick-change battery pack 4 ...............................................................................................
2 CONTROLS 5 ..........................................................................................................................................................................
2.1 Model ERGO 5 ................................................................................................................................................................
2.2 Model UNI 6 ....................................................................................................................................................................
2.3 Model FOLD 7 .................................................................................................................................................................
2.4 Model FOLD-L 8 ..............................................................................................................................................................
2.5 The swivel joint (FOLD / FOLD-L) 9 .................................................................................................................................
2.6 Control unit 9 .................................................................................................................................................................
2.7 Charging status indicator 10 ..........................................................................................................................................
2.8 Ascend button in upper handle 11 .................................................................................................................................
2.9 Safety flap 11 .................................................................................................................................................................
2.10 Switching off 11 ...........................................................................................................................................................
3 FITTING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY 12 .......................................................................................................................
3.1 Fitting the battery 12 .....................................................................................................................................................
3.2 Removing the battery 12 ...............................................................................................................................................
4 OPERATION 13 ......................................................................................................................................................................
4.1 Ascending stairs 13 ........................................................................................................................................................
4.2 Descending stairs 13 ......................................................................................................................................................
4.3 Please pay attention to 15 .............................................................................................................................................
5 CHARGING THE BATTERY 16 ...............................................................................................................................................
5.1 Battery charger 17 .........................................................................................................................................................
6 ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS 18 .........................................................................................................................................
7 DISPOSAL 19 .........................................................................................................................................................................
8 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 19 ............................................................................................................................................
8.1 Warranty 19 ...................................................................................................................................................................
8.2 Liability 20 .....................................................................................................................................................................
9 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY / DESIGN PROTECTION BY PATENTS 20 ..............................................................
CONTACT 24 ..............................................................................................................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION
CONGRATULATIONS!
With the new LIFTKAR SAL you have purchased a handy modular–designed sack truck with an unladen weight of
only 16kg. Once you fit the snap-on battery, this simple sack truck becomes a versatile all- rounder: a normal
sack truck for general use on level ground and a powered stair climber for use on steps and stairs. Additional
features, such as the wide pneumatic tyres (also available in puncture proof), make this equal to any
conventional hand truck for use outdoors and for professional deliveries but with the added bonus of going up
steps and stairs as well.
With the SAL Series climbing stairs has been reduced to the essential: The LIFTKAR pulls itself up onto the step
above and lifts to only the necessary step height. During descent, the motor acts like an electric brake and the
load is brought down without “bumping”. It is also ideal for winding staircases and across tight landings.
The LIFTKAR SAL has a mechanical clutch which will prevent damage if the unit is used to descend the stairs
with the controls in the ascent position. The unit also features electronic overload protection preventing ascent
with too heavy a load.
The Liftkar SAL has two ascending speed settings (slow and fast – with a speed of up to 48 stairs per minute),
plus a wide variety of model options, lifting capacities and additional accessories.
In other words, a professional for professionals!
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
1 SAFETY GUIDELINES / TECHNICAL DATA
1.1 GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
Always ensure that there is no one beneath the load
Always secure the load with the appropriate straps or other accessories
Always wear skid-proof shoes. Some stairs can be extremely slippery
Always wear shoes with steel caps
Never reach into the lifting mechanism with your hands if the battery is inserted
At first practice using Liftkar SAL either unladen or with a light load of max. 25 kgs
For transportation remove battery to lighten the unit and to prevent accidental operation in transit

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1.2 TECHNICAL DATA OF THE LIFTKAR SAL
Valid for all LIFTKAR SAL models
Load capacity 110 kg 140 kg 170 kg
Maximum climbing speed 48 steps/min 35 steps/min 29 steps/min
Maximum step height 220 mm
Autonomy (maximum) steps up and down approx. 2000 steps
1.3 TECHNICAL DATA FOR LITHIUM QUICK-CHANGE BATTERY
PACK
Weight: 1,6 kg
Capacity: 7,2 Ah
Voltage: 29 VDC
Battery type: Lithium ion

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2 CONTROLS
2.1 MODEL ERGO
1: Up button - 2: Upper handle - 3: Lower handle - 4: Crossbar - 5: Quick-change battery pack - 6: Swing arm - 7:
Main wheels - 8: Shovel - 9: Control unit - 10: Frame - 11: Charging status indicator - 12: Safety flap
Individual characteristics of the Liftkar SAL Ergo:
Upright posture and maximum control
Ideal for beer kegs, stacks of tyres, etc.
Weight: 17,2 kg

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2.2 MODEL UNI
1: Up button - 2: Upper handle - 3: Frame - 4: Quick-change battery pack - 5: Swing arm - 6: Main wheels - 7:
Shovel - 8: Control unit - 9: Lower handle - 10: Charging status indicator - 11: Safety flap - 12: Climber unit
Individual characteristics of the Liftkar SAL Uni:
Lightweight multi-purpose stairclimber
Water canisters, drinks crates or copier paper
Weight: 16,7 kg

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2.3 MODEL FOLD
1: Up button - 2: Upper handle - 3: Cross tube handle - 4: Frame - 5: Locking lever - 6: Quick-change battery
pack - 7: Swing arm - 8: Main wheels - 9: Shovel - 10: Control unit - 11: Charging status indicator - 12: Safety
flap - 13: Climber unit
Individual characteristics of the Liftkar SAL Fold:
Foldable model variant, fits in every trunk
Washing machine, floor sanding machines or oxygen cylinders
Weight: 17,2 kg

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2.4 MODEL FOLD-L
1: Up button - 2: Upper handle - 3: Frame - 4: Locking lever - 5: Lower handle - 6: Quick-change battery pack - 7:
Swing arm - 8: Main wheels - 9: Shovel - 10: Cross tube handle - 11: Control unit - 12: Frame - 13: Charging
status indicator - 14: Safety flap - 15: Climber unit
Individual characteristics of the Liftkar SAL Fold:
Foldable model variant with a higher base frame
Large fridges, doors, windows, counter tops, tiles
Weight: 18,4 kg

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2.5 THE SWIVEL JOINT (FOLD / FOLD-L)
The necessary friction for the rotary joint is obtained through multiple friction disks, which are compressed
simultaneously on the left and right sides. The lock must be tightened sufficiently to avoid movement in use.
As a rule: The lock will be sufficiently tightened if a single operator can tilt back the load from the upright
position without any handle movement.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
With heavy loads (over 100 kg) ensure the lock is tightened especially firmly.
2.6 CONTROL UNIT
1: Up indicator - 2: Down indicator - 3 Up/Down button - 4: ON/OFF button / Status indicator - 5: Speed button /
Stair light - 6: Speed indicator fast - 7: Speed indicator slow
2.6.1 BUTTON FOR ASCENDING / DESCENDING
Briefly press the push button to switch the LIFTKAR SAL to ascent mode or descent mode.
2.6.2 ON/OFF BUTTON / STATUS INDICATOR
Green light on: The LIFTKAR is switched on. (In up mode, the button in the handlebar is active. The climber
mechanism switches on when the button is pressed and stops when it is released - see also chapter
Operation 4.1)
Constantly red: The LIFTKAR is in descent mode and the support wheels move (fast) to the descend position
(takes a max. of 0.5 seconds – refer also to chapter 4.2)
Flashing red: The LIFTKAR is overloaded. (Flashes for 3 seconds and goes out – see also chapter 4.3.3)
Alternating red and green: the battery pack is running low and urgently needs to be recharged. It is
recommended that you move down stairs and either change the battery pack or recharge it with the quick
charger supplied.

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2.6.3 BEEP FEATURE
This is a people warning feature for transports in public areas.
Activating the beeper function: Switch on the stairclimber and press and hold the On/Off button for about 30
seconds until a beep signal sounds. Now, the beep signal remains on while the stairclimber is moving.
Deactivating the beeper function: Switch on the stairclimber and press and hold the On/Off button for about
30 seconds until a beep signal sounds. Now, the stairclimber continues to move without the recurring beep
sound.
2.6.4 SPEED SWITCH
Use the speed switch to select either high or low speed – this can only be used in ascent mode. (In descent
mode the descending speed is permanently set so that optimum braking will always be secured – refer also
chapter 4.2)
Low speed is advisable for: training, heavy loads and in awkward locations.
Press the speed button for approx. 10 seconds to activate the stair light.
2.7 CHARGING STATUS INDICATOR
1: Activation button for charging status - 2: LED indicator - 3: Visualisation
Pressing the activation button switches on the LED charge level indicator; if all five LEDs light up, the quick-
change battery is 100% charged.

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0 ~ 10 % BLINKING OFF OFF OFF OFF
10 ~ 23 % LIGHT BLINKING OFF OFF OFF
23 ~ 35 % LIGHT LIGHT OFF OFF OFF
35 ~ 48 % LIGHT LIGHT BLINKING OFF OFF
48 ~ 60 % LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT OFF OFF
60 ~ 70 % LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT BLINKING OFF
70 ~ 80 % LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT OFF
80 ~ 90 % LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT BLINKING
90 ~ 100 % LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT LIGHT
2.8 ASCEND BUTTON IN UPPER HANDLE
This button is only active in the ascent mode and switches the lifting mechanism on and off.
2.9 SAFETY FLAP
To start tilting a load, it may be necessary to use your foot to assist in tilting. The axle of the conventional sack
truck is normally used for this purpose. With the LIFTKAR SAL, the swing arm with the support wheels, a wheel,
or the drive unit may be used to support by foot. The safety flap is installed to prevent your foot getting jammed
in by the swing arm. If you press onto the lower part of the flap with your foot all functions will be stopped.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
You avoid all risk if you switch on only after tilting the load.
2.10 SWITCHING OFF
Battery power is removed:
By removing the battery
Pressing the ON/OFF switch for longer than 3 seconds.
Automatically after 10 minutes
The removal of the battery provides a higher degree of safety than switching off with the timer
cut-out, as the ON / OFF button may be touched inadvertently.

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3 FITTING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY
3.1 FITTING THE BATTERY
Align the battery pack between the guides on the frame.
Gently press the battery pack downwards. The battery pack clicks into
place.
Your LIFTKAR is ready for use.
3.2 REMOVING THE BATTERY
Pull battery safety lever
Pull the battery upwards out of the guides.

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4 OPERATION
4.1 ASCENDING STAIRS
Insert the battery and press the ON/OFF button until it is constantly green.
The LIFTKAR is now in the UP MODE.
Pressing the Up button in the upper handle, will operate the support wheels and will lift the LIFTKAR over the
step continuing until the button is released.
IMPORTANT
On each cycle, immediately the main wheels rest on the tread, pull the LIFTKAR back to touch the
rise of the next step up.
Holding the LIFTKAR too flat, on stairs with open risers, can also result in the support wheels
being partially trapped under the tread. This may result in excessive pressure on the drive unit,
causing it to go into overload mode, and shutting down. (Reset by pressing the ON/OFF button).
4.2 DESCENDING STAIRS
Insert battery, if not already done. Press the ON/OFF button. Use the Up/Down button to switch to Down mode.
The LIFTKAR is now in the DOWN-MODE and the support wheels will move to the descend position automatically
(see drawing).
The ascending button is now out of function.
A: Descend position

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With the support wheels in the descend position the LIFTKAR can be rolled over the step margin and the support
wheels will, under controlled conditions, lower the machine onto the next step down.
When the main wheels land on the lower step, the support wheels automatically rotate to the descend position
for the descent onto the next step down. During this short time, the status indicator lights up red and the swing
arm accelerates to maximum speed.
IMPORTANT
Hold the main wheels back against the step until the status indicator lights up green again. The
descend position is then reached and you can drive again.
If only a lightweight load is being transported, or if the operator holds the LIFTKAR back too much,
the swing arm will only move slowly to the down position.
Just before the suspension arm reaches the descending position, the support wheels reach the
upper edge of the stair and lift the LIFTKAR approximately 10 mm. This is normal and is used as
an advance signal by experienced drivers. As a matter of fact, you may already advance while the
support wheels are in contact with the floor. This results in smooth continuous down- the-stairs
motion.
In the case of closed stairs with short step, for instance on the inside of narrow circular staircases,
the support wheels may touch the stair step and the LIFTKAR can move approximately 8 to 9 cm
forward. This also is normal since the LIFTKAR will then be ready for advancing again anyway.
Unlike all other stairclimbers the operator does not need to control the electrics to descend, as the support
wheels operate automatically.

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4.3 PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO
4.3.1 SHIFT OF BALANCE
When ascending the balance of the load changes as soon the support
wheels start lifting the load. Operators quickly become accustomed to
this and compensate by tilting the handle.
Initially, before this operation becomes automatic, care should be taken
at the point where the support wheels take the load when ascending.
There is a forward movement of the machine which is easily
compensated for by tilting the handle backwards.
Lowering backwards by 10° to 20° before the support wheels start to lift
eliminates any major forward movement.
4.3.2 HOOKING IN UNDERNEATH THE STEP
Under normal operating conditions, with the load in a well-balanced
position, the moving support arm is always clear of the underside of the
upper step (see chapter 4.2). If the LIFTKAR is laid back too far, the
support arm will be tripped by touching the tread it is on, causing it to
rotate under the upper tread. The electronics will go into overload mode
and will need to be reset.
4.3.3 OVERLOAD
If the unit is overloaded the drive motor stops and the status indicator flashes red for 3 seconds before
switching off. The unit has to be switched on again.
Once the battery has been discharged the unit will go into overload even with loads below the
specified capacity.

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4.3.4 LIFTKAR IS NOT A RUBBER PAD
In the beverage industry drums are sometimes directly thrown from the truck onto the hand truck instead of a
rubber pad or old tyre.
This is not possible with the LIFTKAR when the support wheels are in the descending position. The
impact will be transmitted to the connecting bar via the drive unit, which may result in fracture. With the
support wheels raised between the main wheels, throwing barrels on the unit is possible in principle since the
pneumatic tyres would absorb part of the impact, it is nevertheless not recommended as it detrimental to
service life.
4.3.5 FAILURE TO NEGOTIATE STEPS "SQUARE-ON"
Failure to negotiate steps "square-on" will result in damage to the underside of the drive unit.
4.3.6 DRIVING ON A WINDING STAIRCASE
Please observe the following points when operating the stairclimber on spiral staircases:
The LIFTKAR moves inwards when climbing up, so:
For climbing UP start on the outside of the staircase.
The LIFTKAR moves outwards when going down, so:
For climbing DOWN start on the inside.
If you do start moving too close to the banisters/wall then shift the unit to the side by reversing (on a landing or
wider step if possible) and start again at a tighter angle.
5 CHARGING THE BATTERY
The charger automatically switches to trickle charging so overcharging is not possible.
Do not leave the battery discharged or half discharged. Always charge immediately after use.
The optimum temperature for charging is 20 – 25 °C. Too cold or too warm has a negative effect on the
capacity.
If the battery has not been fully charged or tends to lose charge too rapidly, this will not only
reduce the speed of the LIFTKAR but also reduce the capacity. It may move into the overload

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mode as a result, even with light loads. See Operation 4.3.3.
Charging time: approx. 4.5 h depending on charge level
5.1 BATTERY CHARGER
The battery charger supplied is extremely powerful. An LED display gives
a clear indication of charging status. The charge indicator gives you an
idea whether the battery pack is fully charged or not. It is worth checking
that the battery pack is fully charged before using the Liftkar.
The charge status is displayed as follows by a LED:
If the LED is lit continuous red the battery pack is being charged.
If the LED is lit continuous green the battery pack is fully charged. The charger can be left connected to the
batteries after full charge (green light), without harming the batteries. The charger uses minimum power in
this stand-by mode, (after battery is fully charged), maintains the batteries at full charge and extends battery
life. This is accomplished with electronic circuitry that controls and regulates the amount of charging current
that is sent from the charger to the battery being charged.
5.1.1 TECHNICAL DATA
Mains voltage supply (50/60 Hz, 1,8 A (max)): 100-240 V AC
Nominal rating (input): 24 W
Charging voltage: 24 V DC
Theoretical charging current: 2,0 A
Safety approval: cUL, CE

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SAFETY GUIDELINES
Please note the following:
Protect against moisture.
Do not pull the plug out of the socket by its cord.
Never use the charger unit if it has a damaged cable or plug, replace it immediately.
The device should be connected directly to a power supply, never use an extension cord.
The device is intended for indoor use only, it should never be exposed to rain.
If the performance of the battery decreases significantly, it is time to replace the battery.
Store the charger in a cool and dry place when not in use.
Disconnect the device from the mains before inserting or removing the battery from the
stairclimber.
Warning: explosive gases. Protect from fire and sparks. Ensure the room is well ventilated
during charging.
During charging, the battery must be in a well-ventilated room.
Children are not able to correctly assess the dangers of electrical devices. Do not allow children
or infirm persons to use electrical devices without supervision.
The device is not intended for use by children, infirm persons, or persons with insufficient
knowledge, unless they are supervised or given sufficient training. Make sure that children do
not play with the device.
The device may only charge batteries that comply with EN directives (and show a CE or GS
mark).
5.1.2 USE ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE INTENDED
The charger is designed exclusively for charging the original lithium ion rechargeable batteries.
5.1.3 CE MARK FOR CHARGER UNITS
The charger units fulfil the criteria laid down in the low-voltage and electromagnetic compatibility directive and
are therefore designated with the CE sign.
6 ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
A continuously growing list of accessories and options is available. For instance, different toe plate sizes,
securing straps, in-transit charger, different frame heights, fixed or hinged toe plate.

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7 DISPOSAL
Liftkar SAL stairclimbers are durable products. At the end of their useful life the stairclimber components and
charger should be disposed of properly. Make sure the materials are separated carefully for disposal in line with
the material codes relating to each component.
The stairclimber does not contain any hazardous materials and is fully recycling-compatible. The printed circuit
boards and the rechargeable battery must be disposed of using a suitable recycling process.
Do not simply dispose of the battery pack in a household dustbin, however. If there are any further questions,
please ask your specialist dealer.
Sano can organise professional disposal of the whole stairclimber unit, against payment, if required.
8 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
8.1 WARRANTY
The warranty period for the LIFTKAR is 12 months from the date of purchase and covers defective material and
production faults
Not included in the warranty are:
Normal wear and tear on parts
Damage resulting from abnormal load
Damage due to the exertion of force
Inadmissible modifications to the unit or accessory parts

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8.2 LIABILITY
SANO Transportgeraete GmbH as manufacturer is not responsible for the safety of the LIFTKAR SAL if:
the LIFTKAR SAL is used other than is intended,
repairs, installation or other work have been carried out by unauthorised persons.
the instructions in these Operating Instructions are not observed
non-original parts are installed or connected with the LIFTKAR SAL
original parts are removed.
9 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY / DESIGN
PROTECTION BY PATENTS
9.1 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
SANO Transportgeraete GmbH declares that the LIFTKAR SAL stair trolley
corresponds to the applicable basic safety and health requirements of
the EC guidelines for machines 2006/42/EEC, appendix IIA. This
declaration will lose its validity if changes are performed on the unit
without our approval.
Jochum Bierma (Ing.), Managing Director
9.2 DESIGN PROTECTION BY PATENTS
The lifting system of the SAL series is protected by international patent applications for Europe, USA and Japan.
The modular structure of the basic frame is also protected by a patent application. Also, for the rotary joint of
the FOLD model patent is pending.