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1. 4 5 1 4 Warranty and liability 0 2 2 a a a a 5 2 Description of the product 2 2 2 2 nn mn m nn 6 2 1 Adequate use oaoa a a a ee ee a a 6 2 2 Features of the s max sella oaoa 2 2 2 2 no 7 2 3 Technical data en dod acu amp E EA a 8 2 4 Dimensioned sketch 2 2 2 ee ees 9 2 5 Standard scope of delivery 10 2 6 Optional accessories o a a a 10 3 Assembly a aes 00 0 0 2 4 we Hen 11 3 1 Handle seat 2 2 2 a a a a 11 3 2 Attach the battery pack 12 3 3 Detach the battery pack aooaa 2 a m a a 12 3 4 Fold out the handle seat unit 2 2 2 22 13 3 5 Fold out the foot rest a a nn nn 14 3 6 Arm rests a a me 2g eras a 14 3 7 Adjust the handle 222 KL Em a 14 3 8 Functional check ssa amp w a a we wen 15 4 Safety instructions a 2 2 2 nn a ee eee 16 4 1 Special information concerning the operation 16 4 2 Instruction ee a ee ee RES me a E 17 4 3 Safety brakes oaoa a a a 17 4 4 Lining of the climber s rollers 17 4 5 Lifting capacity saca dr 17 4 6 Care and maintenance cs 17 4 7 Surface conditions 2 nn 17 4 8 Charge of the batteries 18 4 9 Climbing mechanism 2 22 2 2 nn 18 4 10 Transport s em eo en A ws 18 5 Operation 3 4 we u u 0 a Ge aa na da na ame 19 5 1 Maximum lifting capacity aaa 2 aa aaa 19 5 2 Battery pack spo rd a 19 5 3 Safety brakes ab E a a 19 5 4 R2. C 30 Cup to 50 C vibrations the weighted RMS value of acceleration the upper body is exposed to lies typically below 2 5m s UB ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la 2 4 Dimensioned sketch min 1150 max 1550 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 2 5 Standard scope of delivery 1 charger including instructions 2 battery pack 3 handle seat unit for s max sella 4 climbing unit plus the user s manual 2 6 Optional accessories 1 head rest 2 voltage converter 3 widened arm rests 4 seat belt system including hip belt 5 hip belt 6 increase of the climbing height 7 inclination indicator Is Fi 0 2 3 oa 4 INN 10 9 1 5 cm Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la 3 Assembly With a few movements you can assemble the s max sella by means of several fixtures and tightening knobs Disassembly is just as easy 3 1 Handle seat unit amp The holding device has to be parallel to the housing Only authorized AAT dealer or an AAT representative are allowed to adjust the holding device First connect the handle seat unit with the climbing unit by inserting the co lumn of the handle seat unit O seat pointing forward into the holding device on the climbing unit A 9 pin Sub D socket connector O located in the climbing unit s holding de vice makes the electrical connection 11 Ideen bewegen mehr s mMax s
3. Said persons should be able to sit properly without help otherwise you should secure them with a safety belt The latter is an accessory available at AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH In addition the arms of the person to be transported should not protrude over the arm rests during the transportation process amp In the interest of your safety you may not use the stair climbing devi ce s max sella on escalators or moving belts Transporting other kinds of loads is explicitly prohibited Only authorized operators may use the s max sella Therefore never leave the s max sella unattended amp Please do not use the s max sella in rain slippery and wet condi tions snow or ice due to the following potential safety hazards e g danger of slipping restricted braking effect etc amp Due to safety reasons the s max sella may only be operated by trai ned personnel who are physically and intellectually capable to handle the device in all situations of operation Mastering stairs Driving on slopes a 8 P Driving on level ground Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 2 2 Features of the s max sella handle seat unit of the sella 1 control unit 2 handle 3 tightening knob for the handles horizontal adjustment 4 tightening knob for the handles height adjustment 5 column 6 release lever to fold the seat handle unit 7 tightening knob for the column 8 release button to unfold the seat ha
4. son Always use both hands when using the device amp Only one person may be transported with the s max sella Please practice driving with the s max sella on level ground slopes and climbing up and downstairs at first without a person sitting in the chair Also make sure that while you practise using the s max sella nobody is within close range of the potentially dangerous area underneath the device We suggest that you practice climbing up and downstairs with the single step mode activated see chapter 6 2 3 Also choose the lowest climbing speed for practicing see chapter 6 1 4 amp Please do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity see chapter 5 1 In the interest of your safety please always operate the s max sella from behind never sideways When a persons takes a seat on the s max sella please follow these instruc tions 1 First lock the steering rollers at their locking device 2 To avoid the s max sella moving when a person takes a seat you must fold out the climber in such a way that it rests on the ground Turn on the device and press the UP DOWN switch direction UP until the climber touches the floor 3 Sitting down can be facilitated by folding out the arm rests If ne cessary you can remove the arm rests altogether After the person to be transported has taken a seat you put the arm rests back into their original position 4 The foot rest must be folded down to transpo
5. a cover O You may not mend or by pass a defect fuse Always replace it with an identical one of the same amperage AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH could offer you replacements of the fuses Before you exchange the fuses please remove the charger from the battery pack To exchange the fuse pull out the cover O and the fuse insert the new one and replace the cover amp Should your fuses burn out frequently please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 39 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la 8 5 Fuses unit 8 The climbing unit is equipped with a 2 A fuse You may not mend or by pass a defect fuse Always replace it with an identical one of the same amperage AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH could offer you replacements of the fuses Before you exchange the fuses please remove the charger from the battery pack To change the fuse push the fuse holder in while turning it anticlockwise Pull out the fuse holder and remove the defective fuse Insert new fuse turn fuse holder clockwise and fasten Should your fuses burn out frequently please contact AAT Alber Lee Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer E 40 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 8 6 Check brake lining Please check the thickness of the safety brakes lining O regularly The mi nimum thickness is 1 mm In case the lining is thinner than 1 mm the li ning must
6. be exchanged on both sides Please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer amp Please check the safety brakes before each use of the s max sella see also chapter 4 3 and 6 4 The safety brakes particularly the knurled surface of the brake drums in the wheel rims must be cleaned weekly or after contamination with a spirit to ensure the optimum braking effect amp Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit amp Never use suds or greasy cleaners After cleaning the safety brakes must be checked as described in chapter 6 4 8 7 Check the climbing feet Please also check the climbing feet O on a regular basis amp Ifthe lining is worn or broken please have both rollers exchanged by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer 39 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 8 8 Cleaning All parts of the s max sella except the safety brakes and the knurled brake drums see chapter 4 3 can be cleaned with a moist cloth please use regu lar mild household cleaners For safety reasons please do not use a high pressure cleaning devi ce Please use regular mild household cleaners and make sure that no water can get into the the s max sella 8 9 Recycling The s max sella and its battery pack are products of long
7. can be accomplished quickly and without problems if you adhere closely to the following instructions A tip before you start Always pull the s max sella a bit backwards during the entire clim bing process i e always keep the device under tension so that the wheels can touch down properly on the next step 1 Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 7 1 and 6 7 Turn the s max sella on by pressing the ON OFF switch 3 Deactivate the single step mode if necessary see chapter 6 2 3 Pull in the climber to its topmost position by pressing the UP DOWN switch see chapter 6 3 Tilt the s max sella slightly toward you see chapter 6 8 6 Drive backwards to the stairs O and move up 2 to 3 steps Now the s max sella Is in its initial position for climbing upstairs Make sure that both main wheels touch the lowest step 27 Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaX sel la The climbing process takes place in two intervals 7 Press the UP DOWN switch direction UP to begin the climbing pro cess by moving the climber downward amp Always keep the device under tension during the entire climbing process i e always pull it slightly backward toward you After the climber reaches the floor it assumes the load of the main wheels while the main wheels and the frame are lifted at the same time The first interval is finished when the main wheels O touch down on the next higher step and res
8. durability Howe ver If your s max sella is old and has reached the end of its lifespan you may return its components to AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authori zed dealer to be recycled A new law concerning electric and electronic devices ElektroG has been passed on March 24 2005 regulating the taking back and recycling of old electric and electronic devices According to the Federal Office of Environment Protection German BDU the s max sella is considered a means of transportation and does not fall un der this law concerning the recycling of old electric or electronic devices ElektroG 2 paragraph 1 sentence 1 cross reference Guideline of the Eu ropean Parliament 2002 96 EG 42 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 9 9 1 Warranty and liability Warranty AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of two years for all its products of type s max sella including all its accessory parts with the excep tion of the sealed lead acid batteries The warranty begins at the date of purchase and covers failure of material and errors in manufacturing For the sealed lead acid batteries always assuming correct maintenance AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of one year from the date of purchase The warranty becomes void concerning defects or damage which are the re sult of the following 9 2 damage due to excessive strain damage due to improper handling violent damage natural
9. instructions amp For a safe operation of the s max sella it is important that you obser ve and adhere to all warning signs and instructions in this user s ma nual as well as the warning signs and instructions on the device itself 4 1 Special information concerning the operation Due to safety rea sons the stair climber s max sella may not be used on escalators and moving walkways 4 1 1 Environmental conditions electro magnetic compatibility Elec tro magnetic compatibility means that an electric device functions properly in its electro magnetic environment without influencing other devices in the same environment Warning Radio wave sources may affect powered device control Radio wave source such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones can affect your s max sel la Following the warning listed below should reduce the chance of uninten ded brake release or movement which could result in serious injury Donotturn ON hand held personal communication devices such as citizens band CB radios and cellular phones while the s max sella is turned ON amp Be aware of nearby transmitter such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 7 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the powered s max sella OFF as soon as it is safe amp Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the s max sella may take it mor
10. 1 Plug in the connector of the automatic charger to the socket on the s max sella O or on the battery pack 0 2 Plug in the connector O to the wall outlet and the batteries are being charged The LED on the automatic charger indicates the charging process Should you charge the batteries while they remain attached to the a device the latter cannot be used charger LED orange batteries are being charged charger LED green batteries are fully charged maintenance mode Signals of the charger 38 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaX sel la 8 3 4 Charging in a vehicle 1 Put the plug either into the socket on the battery pack or the so cket on the s max sella please see chapter 8 3 2 2 Then put the plug O of the automatic charger into the 230 V connector of the voltage converter 3 Put the 12 V plug into the cigarette lighter Turn on the voltage converter by pushing the switch and the batte ries are being charged A control light LED on the charger and a beeper in the voltage converter al low the charging process to be monitored charger LED orange batteries are being charged charger LED green batteries are charged retaining of the charge voltage converter beeping 12 V supply is low Signals of the charger and the voltage converter 8 4 Fuses battery pack The battery pack is equipped with a 30 A fuse protected by
11. Nr 2801 A section 2 and admitted to air travel by DOT and IATA 6 15 Trouble shooting problem check and potential solution s max sella cannot be turned on Is the charger connected to the s max sella If so disconnect the charging cable Is the battery pack empty If so charge the batteries Are the fuses damaged If so exchange the fuses If there is still a problem turning on the s max sella please contact your dealer s max sella do not drive Is the safety chip for the engine immobiliser inserted If so please contact your dealer Batteries don t charge Please contact your dealer The battery pack cannot be charged via the charging socket at the unit Are the fuses of the unit damaged If so exchange the fuses If there are problems using the s max sella please check the following trou ble shooting chart and see whether you can fix them yourself Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode see chapter 6 2 2 33 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 7 Accessories 7 1 Battery pack The s max sella works with batteries and is delivered with one battery pack with charging electronics and safety latch If you use the s max sella often i e if there are not sufficient breaks for the batteries to be recharged we recommend you obtain an additional battery pack available as an accessory In such case one battery pack is in use whi le the other
12. Stair climbing system s max sella Translation of the original user s manual GB Ideen bewegen mehr Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaX sel la CE Declaration of conformity The company AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH herewith declares that the products of the stair climbing system s max sella were developed and manu factured in concordance with the current regulations of the European Union EEC Guidelines 93 42 EG 2007 47 EG and 2006 42 EG This declaration becomes void if the above mentioned devices have been al tered without the consent of AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Ce Signature of the manufacturer be lf Markus Alber Managing shareholder AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH The stair climbing system s max sella has been successfully tested and certified according to the standard design for stair climbing vehicles ISO 7176 23 and DIN EN 12182 at the Technical University of Berlin Berlin Cert AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Postfach 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt Tel O 74 31 12 95 0 Fax O 7431 12 95 35 infoBaat online de www aat online de 5 A E Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la Table of contents CE Declaration of conformity so 2 2 2 22m ee 2 Table of contents 2 nn m m m nn nn 8 1 General information 2 2 2 2 u m a m m nn 5 1 1 How to use this user s manual 5 1 2 Instruction ee nne oe ee a ae ren et Ge at 5 1 3 Care and maintenance
13. clination angle to operate the s max sella with ease If your s max sella has been equipped with this feature at your choice it will vibrate for a few seconds every time you turn on the device This is to tell you that the inclination indicator is active Should this initial vibration not oc O cur please contact your authorized dealer or AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH 6 1 3 UP DOWN switch vibration zone With the UP DOWN switch you activate the climbing mechanism up or downstairs Waita few seconds approx 2 sec after turning on the device befo re you push the UP DOWN switch 6 1 4 Speed control The speed control enables you to adjust the speed continuously When you use the s max sella for the first time please choose the lowest speed 20 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 6 1 5 Safety chip for the engine immobiliser The UP DOWN switch only works if you put the safety chip for the engine im mobiliser into its slot Please make sure that the chip is properly set to ensu re safe and continuous operations If you do not put in the chip you can turn on the s max sella but you cannot drive with it This feature makes sure that no unauthorized person uses the device 6 2 Membrane keypad 6 2 1 Capacity of the batteries On the membrane keypad you can check the batteries capacity If the display O highlights the green area your batteries are fully charged If the yellow area is highlighted your batt
14. d maintenance Please make sure that you charge the bat tery pack after each use of the s max sella If the s max sella is not in operation please turn off the device If the working elements of the device block turn the s max sella off immedi ately Repairs may be done by authorized dealers or the manufacturer only Please exclusively use AAT Alber parts and accessories Please note the extensive care and maintenance Instructions in chapter 8 4 7 Condition of paths walkways etc Please make sure that the paths and walkways you use with the s max sella are free of obstacles and not slip pery Avoid operation on damaged stair linings snow ice etc The s max sella may not be used in wet and rainy conditions 17 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 4 7 1 Environmental conditions Although the s max sella has been tes ted for its electro magnetic compatibility you should still check its electro nic functions before each use This is particularly important if there is an aerial mast nearby 4 8 Charge of the batteries You should only use the s max sella with fully charged batteries The light emitting diodes on the batteries display indicate the state of the batteries capacity If the battery is almost empty you hear a signal tone With the remaining battery charge a person can be safely transported down the stairs since energy is fed back into the batteries while descending stairs This means that the po
15. djust the handle 3 7 1 Adjust the height of the handle Release the tightening knob O by turning counter clockwise Pull out the handle to the appropriate height maximum shoulder height Then re tighten the tightening knob amp Please always make sure that the tightening knob is secure amp Please adjust the handle exactly according to instructions see pic ture Attention avoid bruising at the nut s opening 14 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la 3 7 2 Adjust the handle horizontally In very narrow staircases or on winding stairs the handles may hit the wall To be able to drive on such stairs the handles can be adjusted horizontally Release the tightening knob O counter clockwise and adjust the handle ho rizontally to the desired position Then retighten the tightening knob amp Please always make sure that the tightening knob is secure 3 8 Functional check Please check the safety brakes each time before using the device see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 amp Please also check the safety brakes braking effect as described in chapter 6 4 1 and 6 4 2 amp Please check the device s electronic functions each time before using it see chapter 6 10 and 6 11 Regularly check whether the lining of the climber s rollers are undamaged see chapter 8 6 Make sure that the battery pack is charged before you use the devi cel 15 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 4 Safety
16. e aggres sive cleaning agents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel amp Please do not disassemble or modify the charger Please make sure that the charger is not exposed to dampness or hu midity while charging the batteries Never touch the plug with moist hands 35 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 8 2 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle The voltage converter does not need particular care or maintenance Never theless check your voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil grea se aggressive cleaners diluting agents and or damage due to sharp edges etc Before using the voltage converter please read and follow all in structions and warning notes included with the voltage converter amp Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH voltage con verter Check the voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil grease aggressive cleaning agents thinners and or damage by sharp edges etc amp Repairs and service check ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel 8 3 Battery pack The battery pack s sealed lead acid batteries should be recharged after each use Technical details for the sealed lead acid batteries you find in chapter 8 3 1 The battery pack is subject to a so call
17. e get to the actual instructions for operation we would like to intro duce the s max sella s most important components to you 6 1 Control unit The control unit is situated on the right handle and consists of an UP DOWN switch O a speed control a safety chip for the engine immobiliser O and an ON OFF switch 0 It is possible to supply you with a left handed control for additional charge 6 1 1 ON OFF switch If the s max sella is not in operation please turn the device off The s max sella is equipped with a turn off feature if the device is on and has not been used for 5 minutes the turn off feature swit ches the s max sella off automatically In such case you can only use the s max sella again by pressing the ON OFF switch To assure safe operation of the s max sella in dark stairways we equipped each s max sella with 2 LEDs lights These lights are au tomatically activated when you turn on the s max sella Should you have opted for the inclination indicator it will also be automatically activated when you turn on your s max sella see chapter 6 1 2 6 1 2 Inclination indicator optional If you wish the s max sella can be equipped with an inclination sensor Should you hold the device at an angle that is too high or too low you will feel a vibration in the handle The vibration increases the more you diverge from the ideal angle If the handle does not vibrate you are within the ideal in
18. e susceptible to interference from radio wave sources Note There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity to the s max sella amp Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the s max sella manufacturer and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby Important EMI Information 20 Volts per meter V m is a generally achievable and useful immu nity level against interference from radio wave sources as of May 1994 the higher the level the greater the protection This device has an immunity level of 20 V m with no accessories connected to the device amp Nevertheless always check whether the device s electronic functions work properly before each use This is particularly impor tant if there is an aerial mast nearby Please note that the s max sella may interfere with other electronic devices sensitive electro magnetic fields e g anti theft systems in department stores This may also happen if you connect other devi ces 16 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella Also make sure that the s max sella is not operated in close proximi ty to medical devices with a high potential for danger and or life supporting functions as well as diagnostic devices 4 1 2 Climate To ensure proper functioning it is not advisable to expose the s max sella to freezing conditions Should this be unavoidable always put the device in a non freezing environm
19. ed self discharge Therefore you should connect the battery pack to the charger whenever possible Due to the fact that the battery pack automatically goes into charge retention as soon as it is fully charged an overcharge is impossible If your battery pack does not possess its full capacity yet the reason may be that a new battery pack reaches its full capacity only after several char ging discharging cycles If fully charged batteries discharge more quickly as before they are probably used up In such case please have your authorized dealer check and repla ce them if necessary Tip If the s max sella is at a standstill for some time please connect it to the charger to retain the charge This does not damage the sealed lead acid batteries on the contrary it increases their durability 36 Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaXx sel la 8 3 1 Sealed lead acid batteries There are two sealed lead acid batteries 12 V 3 3 Ah in the battery pack of the s max sella These batteries are sealed maintenance free rechargeable and of top quality The batteries of your s max sella can be discharged or recharged in any pos sible position They are considered as safe as dry cells and admitted for air travel according to DOT and IATA The durability of sealed lead acid batteries depends primarily on the char ge discharge cycle For instance you may discharge them partially more than 1000 times and use up the entire capacity m
20. el a 8 Care maintenance and recycling To insure the s max sella safe and proper functioning we recommend a safe ty check done on the device every two years even though there might not be any outer damage or malfunction evident In the interest of your safety repairs of any kind may only be done by personnel authorized by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH We are happy to inform you about the contact address of the dealer closest to you The device itself as opposed to the batteries does not need any particular maintenance except for an occasional cleaning see chapter 8 7 8 1 New user If the device goes to a new user we recommend a Safety check 8 2 Charger Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to char ge your battery packs 8 2 1 Automatic charger The charger does not need any particular maintenance The scope of deli very includes the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger Plug O is in serted into the wall outlet and plug into the socket on the device or the battery pack This automatic charger recharges your batteries 100 As soon as the char ging process is completed it switches to a retaining mode thus overchar ging is impossible Before using the charger please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger Exclusively use the AAT charger to charge the batteries Check the charger regularly and protect it from oils greas
21. el la Secure the connection with the tightening knob 0 Please always make sure that the handle seat unit is safely connec ted to the climbing unit amp Please only connect the handle seat unit with the climbing unit if both parts are clean and dry Should there be dirt or moisture the two parts should never be connected S Clean and dry the Sub D socket connector with a regular cleaning cloth S You may not connect other devices to the Sub D socket connector This could destroy the s max sella or the other electrical devices 3 2 Attach the battery pack Push the battery pack sideways into the climbing unit once connected it is automatically locked 3 3 Detach the battery pack Push down the locking lever O on the climbing unit and take out the battery pack 12 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 3 4 Fold out the handle seat unit Press the seat toward the back cushion O At the same time pull up the release button un Now pull down the seat You must hear the seat click into place To fold up the s max sella please see the instructions in chapter 6 13 Tip Press down the seat so that it clicks into place properly 13 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 3 5 Fold out the foot rest Please fold out the foot rest to transport a person 3 6 Arm rests Insert the arm rests on both sides amp Please always make sure that they are inserted properly 3 7 A
22. ent for at least one hour before using It 4 2 Instruction The s max sella may only be operated by trained per sonnel In addition the operator should be capable of lifting 1 3 of his or her own weight Minors are not allowed to use the s max sella exempt from the above are adolescents over 16 years of age who have been trained under su pervision to operate the s max sella While using the s max sella you should always wear good shoes that do not slip 4 3 Safety brakes Please check the safety brakes each time before using the s max sella see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The safety brakes particu larly the knurled surface of the brake drums O in the wheel rims must be cleaned weekly or after contamination with spirit to ensure the optimum bra king effect amp Never smoke during the cleaning of the device as well as keep it away from ignition source amp Please consider the danger warning of the manufacturer previous cleaning the device with spirit amp Never use suds or greasy cleaners After cleaning the safety brakes must be checked as described in chapter 6 4 4 4 Lining of the climber s rollers Please check regularly whether the lining of each roller is undamaged see chapter 5 4 and 8 6 4 5 Lifting capacity The approved total weight of 170 kg and the max weight of the person of 135 kg may not be exceeded see chapter 5 1 You may under no circumstances use the s max sella to transport goods 4 6 Care an
23. eries are running low At this point you should charge your batteries If the display highlights the red area LED is blinking you hear a signal that recurs every 12 seconds Once you hear the first signal the batteries capacity is sufficient for a maximum of 20 35 steps depending on the weight of the trans ported person If the display is blinking the electronics detected a mistake Possible expla nations you find in chapter 6 2 2 6 2 2 Control light to indicate malfunction Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode In case of malfunction turn the device first off and then on again If there is still an indication of malfunction charge the batteries in case of low battery charge For all other cases of malfunction please contact your authorized LED is blinking Identified malfunction 1 x charging socket is defect ox UP DOWN switch is defective 3X error motor control by H bridge 4x error power relay 5x malfunction motor permanent blinking battery is defective battery discharge dealer 21 Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaXx sel la 6 2 3 Single step mode Q gt AN Should you choose to turn off the single step mode manually you can do so by pressing the key O on the membrane keypad The yellow LED above the pictogram with the continuous arrow Q lights up as soon as you turn off the single step mode Every time you turn the s max sella the single s
24. htly toward you until you feel that the s max sella is balanced 4 The s max sella is balanced if you feel neither pull nor push in the handle 5 Inorderto drive on level ground the climber must be pulled in enti rely If you tilt the s max sella further or too much the safety brakes engage and the s max sella can t be moved forward any more 6 9 Operation on slopes To drive on a slope make sure the handle is adjusted appropriately see chapter 3 7 1 and 6 7 Now tilt the s max sella slightly backwards and pull in the climber entirely see chapter 6 8 For safety reasons we recommend you to ask another person to as sist when driving on a slope 6 9 1 Downhill Drive forward to the edge of the slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max sella a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated 6 9 2 Uphill Please drive backwards up a slope In order to slow down you need to tilt the s max sella a bit more so that the safety brakes are activated 26 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la 6 10 Climbing upstairs You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max sella if you have been properly trained in the device s operation amp Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed amp Please always check the safety brakes before each use see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process
25. ing you need to press the UP DOWN switch again di rection DOWN At this point the climbing process repeats itself as described in point 7 31 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la 6 12 Laying the s max sella down on the stairs In an emergency the s max sella may tilt backwards and lay down on the stairs The safety brakes prevent the s max sella from rolling down see pic ture 6 13 Fold up the handle seat unit To fold up the s max sella please follow these instructions 1 Remove the arm rests see chapter 3 6 2 Fold up the foot rest see chapter 3 5 3 Push forward the release lever O toward the column and fold up the seat 4 Push the seat s cushion toward the back until you hear it snap into place The s max sella can be stored in a space saving way 6 14 Transport For transportation you may remove the handle seat unit of the s max sella al together see assembly chapter 3 1 Please carry the climbing unit at its recessed handle as well as the battery pack s handle S Note that the device weighs 15 8 kg Always turn off the s max sella for transportation When transporting the s max sella in a vehicle always secure the device according to the legal rules and regulations amp The sealed lead acid batteries used in the s max sella are not consi dered dangerous according to the IATA special guidelines A67 and 32 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella GGVS Rn
26. is being recharged at the same time Ifyou do not use the s max sella both battery packs should be con nected to the charger to increase their durability see chapter 8 3 2 Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to charge your battery pack 7 1 1 Exchange the battery pack 1 Turn off the s max sella using the ON OFF switch 2 Press the release button O on top of the climbing unit s housing un til it disengages Now you pull out the battery pack at its handle from its housing 3 Push the other fully charged battery pack into its housing This establishes the power connection and locks the battery pack amp The battery pack should always be connected to the charger to ex tend its durability see chapter 8 3 2 Please exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger to charge your battery pack 7 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle We recommend the voltage converter for your vehicle if you transport the stairclimber s max sella in your car The AAT voltage converter is designed fora 12 V electrical system This voltage converter transforms 12 V 24 V di rect current D C into 230 V alternating current A C The plug of the voltage converter O is plugged into the cigarette lighter in your car or into the socket of the supply system The automatic charger s 230 V connector O is plugged into the socket of the converter 34 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax s
27. lla 1 General information Congratulations With the acquisition of this stair climbing system you have a device that will quickly become a reliable and indispensable partner in transporting physically disabled people With the s max sella you are able to transport one persons safely and ef fortlessly up and downstairs even winding stairs are no problem for the s max sella Driving on slopes is also possible The safety brakes on both si des of the s max sella ensure your safety Naturally the s max sella is also suitable to drive on level ground The device is lightweight flexible and does not take up much space The s max sella is capable of climbing stairs up to a step height of 22 cm The minimum depth of the step s surface must be 12 cm regardless of the type of stairs regular straight stairs or winding stairs The necessary step width concerning straight stairs is the width of the s max sella plus an extra 10 cm for manoeuvring The minimum platform size for u shaped stairs depends on factors such as the wheelchair s dimensions etc Your AAT representative or your authori zed dealer are happy to advise you The sticker with the device s serial number is located inside the batteries drawer Remove the battery pack and read the number 1 1 How to use this user s manual The user s manual is part of the delivery package and instruct you step by step about the safe and adequate use of the s max sella Operating the
28. ndle unit Climbing unit 9 battery pack 10 main wheel 11 climber 12 safety brake 13 membrane keypad 14 recessed handle handle seat unit of sella 15 arm rests foldable 16 steering roller with wheel lock 17 foot rest foldable 18 tightening knob for the foot rest s height adjustment Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 2 3 Technical data height min 1150 mm max 1550 mm measurements width handle 520 climbing unit 321 mm total 530 mm depth handle 230 mm climbing unit 320 mm total 670 mm climbing unit 15 8 kg handle seat unit 14 8 kg battery pack 3 0 kg weight both arm rests 1 2 kg charger 0 2 kg total weight 35 0 kg total weight approved 170 kg max weight of the person 135 kg climbing speed 5 20 steps minute continually adjustable range with one charge of the batteries on average load of 75 kg approx 26 levels equates 390 steps range with one charge of the batteries on maximum load approx 11levels equates 165 steps maximum height of step 22 cm 23 5 cm extended batteries 2x12V 3 3 Ah sealed lead acid direct current motor 24 V 200 W noise level the device s A weighted noise level lies typically below 70 dB A storing operating temperature device 0 C up to 60 C 30 Cup to 50 C storaging operating temperature batteries 0 C up to 60
29. ollers attached to the climber 19 s max sella Instructions for operation u m eee ee ee 20 6 1 Control unit 2 Bie de SED a 20 6 2 Membrane keypad 2 a a nn a a 21 6 3 Climber spa a amp ae ei ee 22 6 4 Safety brakes a a a 23 6 5 Transportation of a person with the s max sella 24 6 6 Operation on level ground 25 6 7 Adjust the handle 222 KL Em nn 25 6 8 Tilting the stair climbing system 26 6 9 Operation on slopes m nn 26 6 10 Climbing upstairs x sas 0 un ee a ER a und 27 6 11 Climbing downstairs ss a sw a wo a wen A 30 6 12 Laying the s max sella down on the stairs 32 6 13 Fold up the handle seat unit 2 2 2 2 220 32 6 14 Transport oaoa meen da ek 32 6 15 Trouble shooting cu an am ma d 2e wm Ge a 33 Accessories u zu m u 0 amd dd E A RS HOS 34 7 1 Battery pack esses a x 34 7 2 Voltage converter for your vehicle 34 Care maintenance and recycling ao nonoo aaa 35 8 1 New user ae 35 8 2 Charger 00000 0 a ee a E LS ee a 35 8 3 Battery pack a u we ee a 36 8 4 Fuses battery pack a a a a a a 39 8 5 EEE 40 8 6 Check brake lining 04 41 8 7 Check the climbing feet 41 8 8 Cleaning as a kh en DS Se ed 42 8 9 Recycling io te a se bete ae A ee 42 Warranty and liability 2 2 2200 a 43 9 1 Warranty mee ae arn a 43 9 2 Css ooo boo oo a 43 Ideen bewegen mehr s max se
30. opmost position by pressing the UP DOWN switch see chapter 6 3 Tilt the s max sella slightly toward you see chapter 6 8 6 Drive the s max sella forward to the edge of the stairs 0 The sensitvie rolls of the safety brakes O keep the s max sella from rolling over the edge 7 Press the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN and the descending process begins The drive retracts the climber downward Q and touches down on the next lower step al r NEL 30 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la When the climber reaches the next lower step it resume the load of the main wheels while those plus the climbing frame are lifted off the higher step and then moves downward away from the operator Now the main wheels and the climbing frame are moved forward O away from the operator Afterwards the main wheels and the frame are lowered by retracting the climber This results in a small shift in load distribution which you will feel at the handle by a slight pull forward The main wheels rest now on the next step see picture and resume the load from the climber which is retracted further Since the single step mode is activated every time you turn on the device the climber is pulled in entirely and then the descending process ends at this point 8 Again push the s max sella all the way to the edge of the step O i e until the sensitive rolls of the safety brakes stop the s max sel la To continue descend
31. ore than 200 times if you avoid a total discharge entirely A total discharge does not only lead to a loss of the batteries capacity but also shortens their durability Thus do avoid a total discharge by recharging the batteries whenever possible Charging your batteries is taking good care of them Always charge your battery pack with the AAT charger delivered with your s max sella This particular charger automatically turns off when the batteries are fully charged keeping them from being over charged If fully charged batteries run empty faster as usual then they are probably used up In such case please have them checked and if nessesary replaced by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik or its representative Damaged batteries you can turn in at designated places for proper recycling You may also return them to your authorized AAT representative 37 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la 8 3 2 Charging the battery pack amp Before charging please read and follow all instructions and warning notes included with the charger Please always turn off the s max sella before you charge the batteries amp Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger Never touch the plug with moist hands The battery pack may be charged either by means of the charging socket O on the device or if pulled out by means of the battery pack s socket itself 8 3 3 Charging with the automatic charger
32. rt persons with the s max sella see chapter 3 5 Loosen the tightening knob to ad just the foot rest in height If necessary please help the person put ting the feet on the foot rest amp Always check whether the foot rest is affixed properly 24 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sel la 6 6 Operation on level ground After the person has been properly seated you may transport him or her effortlessly on level ground see picture First loosen the locking device on the steering rollers Afterwards make sure that the climber is pulled in entirely amp You overcome a threshold by pulling the s max sella backwards over It 6 7 Adjust the handle For climbing stairs or driving on slopes comfortably and safely adjust the height of the handle O approximately to the level of the operator s shoul ders Release the tightening knob O counter clockwise and adjust the hand le as desired After adjusting the handle always make sure that it is securely fas tened 25 Ideen bewegen mehr s max sella 6 8 Tilting the stair climbing system To drive on slopes or to climb stairs you must tilt the s max sella which can be done easily by means of the climber 1 Turn on the s max sella by pressing the ON OFF switch 2 Press the UP DOWN switch direction DOWN until the climber lift the main wheels at least 1 2 cm off the floor see picture 3 Put your foot on the housing and tilt the s max sella slig
33. s max sella takes a certain skill Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the sa fety instructions before you use the s max sella for the first time After reading please store this user s manual at an appropriate place for further reference 1 2 Instruction In the interest of your safety the s max sella only be operated by trained per sonnel Instruction on how to operate the device is part of the delivery package and takes place with your authorized dealer or an AAT representative Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the safety instructions before you use the s max sella for the first time 1 3 Care and maintenance One of the most important aspects concerning the maintenance of the s max sella is charging the sealed lead acid batteries They are part of the battery pack and must be charged every time after using the device Other than that your s max sella does not need much care or maintenance More extensive instructions you find in chapter 8 1 4 Warranty and liability For damage that was caused by inadequate use disregarding this manual we assume no liability whatsoever Please read chapter 9 for more detailed in formation concerning warranty and liability Ideen bewegen mehr s mMax sel la 2 Description of the product 2 1 Adequate use Please use the s max sella exclusively for the transportation of physically disabled persons
34. t merely rolls backwards then the required brake effect for the safe operation of the s max sella is granted If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no cir cumstances use the s max sella any more Please contact your aut horized AAT dealer or the manufacturer immediately amp Should the brake not kick in you may under no circumstances use the device Please contact your authorized dealer or an AAT repre sentative immediately 6 4 2 Test the required brake effect at the top edge of the stairs amp Please make this test without a person sitting in the chair Pull in the climber to its upmost position and tilt the s max sella backwards approximately to a 45 degree angle of the column Drive forward to the first step s edge without person If you cannot push the device over the edge of the step the required braking effect for a safe opera tion of the s max sella is granted If the required brake effect is not guaranteed you may under no cir cumstances use the s max sella any more Please contact your aut horized AAT dealer or the manufacturer immediately amp Should the brake not kick in you may under no circumstances use the device Please contact your authorized dealer or an AAT repre sentative immediately 23 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la 6 5 Transportation of a person with the s max sella Please note that the s max sella was developed to be operated by one per
35. tential number of steps going downstairs is unlimited If the battery is totally discharged you hear a constant acoustic signal 4 9 Climbing mechanism The climber is for the most part covered by the housing However please make sure that during the climbing process no hands or feet get into the vicinity of the rotating areas Always keep a safe distance 4 10 Transportation Please carry the climbing unit at its recessed handle as well as the battery pack s handle Always turn off the s max sella for transportation When you transport the device in vehicles please secure it accor ding to the relevant legal regulations in your country 18 Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaXx sel la 5 Operation 5 1 Maximum lifting capacity Please make sure that the max weight of the person of 135 kg is not excee ded 5 2 Battery pack Please make sure that the sealed lead acid batteries O are fully charged be fore you use the s max sella for the first time Extensive instructions you find in chapter 8 3 5 3 Safety brakes Before operating the s max sella check the safety brakes every single time Extensive instructions you find in chapter 6 4 5 4 Rollers attached to the climber Please check regularly whether the linings on both rollers attached to the climber are intact You find further information in chapter 8 6 19 Ideen bewegen mehr s MAX sel la 6 Instructions for operation Before w
36. tep mode is automa tically activated If you activate the ON OFF switch in that mode the device will climb only one step at a time The climbing system stops in the correct position The climbing mechanism cannot unintentionally be activated You can take your time to move the main wheels to the next step s edge To continue climbing you simply release the UP DOWN switch and then press it again 6 3 Climber The climber see picture must be pulled in to topmost position by means of the UP DOWN switch if you want to e drive on level ground and on slopes e check the safety brakes e begin climbing upstairs or downstairs However you need to fold out the climber by activating the UP DOWN switch direction up whenever a person takes a seat in the s max sella so the device is supported by the climber please also see chapter 6 5 22 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la 6 4 Safety brakes There are safety brakes O located on the climbing unit on both sides AA amp Please check the safety brakes each time before you use the s max sella You may check the brake effect either on top of the stairs or on level ground as described in chapters 6 4 1 and 6 4 2 6 4 1 Test the required brake effect Pull in the climber to its upmost position and tilt the s max sella backwards approximately to a 45 degree angle of the column If the s max sella cannot be pushed forward by the handle in said positi on bu
37. ume the load of the climber 28 Ideen bewegen mehr s Nlax sel la The second interval begins by pulling in the climber O It is finished when the climber reaches its topmost position Because the s max sella is always pulled slightly backward it rolls automati cally to the next step and reaches the initial position again both main wheels touch the next step 0 Since the single step mode is activated each time before you turn on the s max sella the climbing process ends here To resume climbing you need to press the UP DOWN switch once again direction UP At this point the climbing process repeats itself as described in point 7 29 Ideen bewegen mehr s NlaXx sel la 6 11 Climbing downstairs You may only be permitted to transport a person with the s max sel la if you have been properly trained in the device s operation amp Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti vating the single step mode plus the lowest climbing speed amp Please always check the safety brakes before each use see chapter 6 4 and 8 5 The climbing process can be accomplished quickly and without problems if you adhere closely to the following instructions 1 Adjust the handle to the appropriate height see chapter 3 7 1 and 6 7 Turn the s max sella on by pressing the ON OFF switch 3 Deactivate the single step mode if necessary see chapter 6 2 3 Pull in the climber to its t
38. wear and tear such as brake linings gliding strip housing and climber tread plate climbing rollers improper and insufficient maintenance unauthorized constructional changes or inappropriate use of the de vice or its accessories using the s max sella exceeding its maximum lifting capacity improper charging of the lead batteries Liability The manufacturer AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH is neither liable nor re sponsible for potential damage of the s max sella in case of improper handling of the device repair assembly or other work performed on the s max sella by un authorized persons operation not in accordance with this user s manual extraneous parts added or connected to the s max sella parts removed from the s max sella operation exceeding the maximum lifting capacity no regular biannual maintenance check performed by AAT Alber An triebstechnik GmbH or its authorized personnel operation of the s max sella with insufficiently charged batteries 43 ma Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la Notes 44 Ideen bewegen mehr s MaAX sel la AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Postfach 10 05 60 D 72426 Albstadt Tel 49 74 31 12 95 0 Fax 49 74 31 12 95 35 www aat online de info aat online de 45
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