Gebrauchsanweisung scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 Operating Instructions for the scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 Instructions d'utilisation du scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 Instrucciones de manejo del scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 Istruzioni per l'uso del scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 Instruktionsbok scalamobil S30/scalacombi S31 D US/GB F ES I S Service Center 35.0001.4.99.02 Ulrich Alber GmbH Vor dem Weißen Stein 21 72461 Albstadt-Tailfingen Telefon (07432) 2006-0 Telefax (07432) 2006-299 www.
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BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 1 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Table of Contents Introduction 1 1.1 Standard delivery schedule 1.2 Technical data Probedruck 6 8 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Control Components On/Off button Direction of travel switch Horizontal axle Driving switch Battery Control compartment 9 10 11 12 13 15 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 2 C Congratulations, 2 with the acquisition of the scalamobil or the scalacombi, you have chosen a powerful, dependable and multifunctional stair-climbing device of superior technology. With the help of the highly flexible scalamobil you will experience an entirely new dimension of mobility. In this respect you will have great pleasure with the scalamobil, and, appropriately operated, it will soon prove indispensable to you.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 3 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Please note the following safety instructions! In the interest of your safety, the scalamobil may only be used by people who: · have been trained to use the scalamobil appropriately, · are capable of climbing stairs backwards, · are capable of lifting at least 20 % of their own weight · are in good physical shape and psychologically stable.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 4 C 4 Y CM MY CY CMY K rays or other electronic devices cannot generally be ruled out. High frequency radiation exists in the proximity of such things as radar and broadcasting stations, all types of radio sets, and cellular phones. Be aware of medium range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and taxis. These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 5 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K If the wheelchair with the scalamobil is subsequently equipped with an e·fix or viamobil system, it must be noted that the driving properties of the scalamobil may be altered radically due to the potentially changed center of mass when climbing stairs. The scalamobil can also affect other equipment such as theft-proof cabinets in departmental stores.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 6 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 1.1 Delivery Package · standard scalamobil S30 IQ · 6 -charger BC 24005LA Optional Accessories: · X7-scalaport · Operating instructions · X3-scala-chair · upper bolt · headrest · lower bolt · anti tippers It is standard that the upper bolt [15] and the lower bolt [16] are attached to the scalamobil and already adjusted to the wheelchair by .
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BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 8 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 1.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 9 C Y CM MY CY CMY K Note the following indications: 2 Control Components Arrow forwards, steady green light: ”Descending staircase” mode is activated. (To change over to “Ascending staircase” mode move the direction of travel switch [22] on the left handle cover; see chapter 2.2) 2.1 On/Off button 22 M 4 3 Arrow backwards, steady green light: ”Ascending staircase” mode is activated.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 10 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.2 Direction of travel switch With the direction of travel switch [22] you choose the direction in which you want to go on the staircase. Pushing the direction of travel switch [22] forwards activates “Descending staircase”. At the same time the selected direction of travel is shown on the display element [4] by a green arrow (forwards).
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 11 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.3 Lock For the Horizontal Axle [5] The lock for the horizontal axle is essential for climbing extremely spiral staircases with the scalamobil. The handlebars can be shifted from their regular position either completely to the right or to the left. Handle in the middle (normal position). · pull the adjustment knob [5] upward to unlock the safety mechanism.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 12 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.4 Driving Switch [2] After switching on and selecting the desired direction of travel (see chapter 2.1 and 2.2) the scalamobil is set in motion with the driving switch [2] . · Through constant pressure on the driving switch [2] the scalamobil moves in the selected direction. · Releasing the driving switch [2] causes the scalamobil to stop instantly. 12 · When single-step switch is activated (see chapter 2.6.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 13 C 2.5 Battery M Y CM MY CY CMY K 11 23 2.5.1 Charging the battery Your scalamobil is equipped with a set of high-performance batteries, that permit up to 300 steps to be traveled. After each use of the scalamobil the batteries should be re-charged, however, to avoid an unintentional standstill on the staircase due to empty batteries. 13 · First (!) insert the plug from the charger [23] into the socket [11] of the battery pack.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 14 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.5.2 Removing the battery Normally the battery integrated into the scalamobil housing does not need to be removed. 24 · Press the locking mechanism [24] on the battery housing downwards. 14 · Pull the battery out of the scalamobil housing. · When the battery is re-inserted into the scalamobil housing, the locking mechanism [24] engages automatically.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 15 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.6 Control compartment In the control compartment underneath the battery are the button for activating the single-step switch [12], the rotation regulator [13] and a driving program selection switch [26]. In order to access the control elements you just need to swing the cover [25] downwards. The set-up of the electronic control unit is to be performed only by certified dealers.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 16 C 16 M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2.6.2 Rotation Regulator [13] 2.6.3 Driving program selection switch [26] With the rotation regulator you can adjust the climbing speed to your liking. The lowest speed is 6 steps per minute at position 1 of the switch; the highest speed comes to 19 steps per minute at position 6. When it is delivered to you, the scalamobil is individually set to meet your requirements by an representative.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 17 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3 Initial Operation 3.1 Safety of the wheelchair occupant The first priority while climbing stairs is always the safety and comfort of the occupant. Therefore, please follow the safety instructions listed in chapter 3.2 and the recommendations made in the training session carefully.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 18 C 18 · When using a wheelchair with height-adjustable leg support, you must take into account that the horizontal position of the leg support and your legs can displace the center of gravity forwards, and this consequently reduces the braking and steering performance of the system. Furthermore, this increases the danger of tipping over, as well as the lateral drift of the wheelchair when driving on a sloped gradient. 3.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 19 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3.3 Performance Check Before Operation Due to operating safety, you should check the scalamobil’s brakes before each use, (the check is done without the wheelchair). Further, you should only use the scalamobil with fully charged batteries. · Please check whether the adjustment knobs [8] to adjust the height of the handlebars are tightly fastened. · Switch the unit on as described in chapter 2.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 20 C · Place the direction of travel switch [22] in the position “Down” (arrow symbol ) 20 · Place the scalamobil on the inner pair of wheels by pressing the driving switch [2] during deactivated singlestep switching. · Push the scalamobil to the edge of the stairs’ again. The safety brakes at the inner wheels must lock now; the scalamobil is not supposed to go over the edge of the stairs.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 21 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3.4 Mounting to the Wheelchair In order to mount the scalamobil to your wheelchair, it has to be equipped with a special -holding device. If this device has not been attached to your wheelchair yet, your dealer, or the -representative delivering the scalamobil will do so. 20 19 21 21 · Remove the locking pins [19] from the upper bracket [20].
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 22 C · lock the upper holding device [20] with the locking pin [19]. Unlock the locking pin by pushing in its center with your thumb, then drive the locking pin all the way into the holding device. 22 In order to begin climbing stairs, you need to unlock the brakes of your wheelchair’s back wheels and remove the wheels. See chapter 4 on how to climb stairs.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 23 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3.5 Height Adjustment of the Handlebars In order to use the scalamobil comfortably, the height of the handlebars can be adjusted. · Turn the adjustment knobs [8] approximately one rotation counter clockwise. 23 · Put the handles into the desired position. · Retighten the adjustment knobs [8]. 8 The adjustment range above ground lies between 1.15 m and 1.55 m.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 24 C 3.6 Removal from the Wheelchair To remove the scalamobil from the wheelchair you first need to attach its big wheels again. · Turn the rotation regulator [13] to the lowest climbing speed (position 1). 24 · Place the direction of travel switch [22] in the position “Downwards” (see chapter 2.1) and press the driving switch [2] so long until the outer wheels of the scalamobil lift the wheelchair.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 25 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K · Place all 4 scalamobil wheels in a parallel position by pressing the driving switch [2] (The unit lowers itself, the wheelchair comes to rest on its wheels). · Remove the scalamobil from underneath the wheelchair. · Re-insert the locking pins [19] into the mounting fork of the upper bracket [20]. Please make sure that the wheelchair’s wheels are securely locked into their fittings.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 26 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3.7 Removal of the Handlebars If necessary, for instance when transporting the scalamobil in your car, the handlebars can be completely removed. 26 · Push the grips together (see chapter 3.5), so that they take up a minimum of space. · Unplug the plug [7] on top of the housing. · Loosen the fastening screws [9] located on the side; turn them until they nearly come loose. · Lift out the entire handlebars.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 27 C 3.8 Mounting the Handlebars M Y CM MY CY CMY K 3.9 Carrying handle · Push the handlebars into their fixtures. · Screw on the fastening screws [9], and make sure that they are tight. 27 · Put the plug [7] into its socket on top of the housing. 27 · Adjust the height of the handlebars so that the person operating the scalamobil can easily handle the device (see chapter 3.5 height adjustment of the handlebars).
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 28 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4 Operation 4.1 General instructions 28 When it is delivered to you, the scalamobil is individually set by the representative to meet your requirements, particularly to the staircase on which you will be using it. Please make sure that you allow your representative to explain all the possible scalamobil settings to you when you are being instructed in the operation of the device.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 29 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.2 Upstairs (single step switch is not activated) Before each climbing process there must be a performance check (see chapter 3.3). In order to climb stairs, you need to remove the back wheels of your wheelchair. First you attach the scalamobil to your wheelchair as described in chapter 3.4. Then you do as follows: · Push the direction of travel switch [22] back (also see chapter 2.1).
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 30 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K · Move up two steps above the level of the wheelchair. · Pull the scalamobil against the lowest step. 30 · Push the driving switch [2]; the scalamobil begins climbing. (As soon as you release the driving switch [2], the climbing process is interrupted immediately; the wheels stand still). The inner pair of wheels touches down on the first step. At the same time the scalamobil with the attached wheelchair is lifted.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 31 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.3 Downstairs (the single step switch is not activated) Once you have reached the top of the stairs, pull the scalamobil plus wheelchair as far back that the wheelchair’s front wheels are securely on the floor. In no instance are they to jut out of the step’s edge! The wheels of the scalamobil are now in parallel position. In this combination, scalamobil plus wheelchair, you may cross short distances within your house.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 32 C · Advance slowly to the edge of the stairs until the automatic brakes grip blocking any further advancement. 32 · Push the driving switch [2]; the scalamobil begins to descend the stairs. (If you release the driving switch [2], the climbing mechanism is interrupted immediately; the wheels come to a standstill). While the inner pair of wheels remains on the upper step, the outer pair of wheels descends to the following step.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 33 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.4 Climbing Stairs in Single Step Mode While descending stairs always push the scalamobil slightly forward, away from you, until the brakes grip on the edge of the following step. Also the scalamobil needs to remain tilted approximately in the same angle. Finally, never release the grips of the scalamobil! When you reached the end of the stairs, push the scalamobil with the attached wheelchair away from the stairs.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 34 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.5 Special Soft Step Function 34 When you need to climb spiral stairs, the single step mode is particularly useful. As stated in chapter 4.6, there it is indispensable to advance the scalamobil’s outer wheels to the edge of the following step. When you activate the single step switch, you automatically prevent an erroneous initiation of the climbing cycle before the scalamobil’s wheels are all the way at the edge.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 35 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.6.1 Upstairs · If you have not done so already, turn on the scalamobil by pressing the On/Off button [3]. · Advance the scalamobil’s four wheels so that they touch the edge of the step. · Place the direction of travel switch [22] in the “Up” position and press the driving switch [2]. The scalamobil descends one step.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 36 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 4.7 Diverging operating feature for scalacombi The following information relates exclusively to the scalacombi S31 with integrated seating unit, not to the scalamobil S30 36 13 12 The scalacombi possesses almost identical technical features to the scalamobil S30, but differs from it in the one staircase climbing function. The driving program selection switch (see chapter 2.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 37 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 5 Care and Maintenance 5.1 Information Concerning the Batteries The batteries of your scalamobil are maintenance-free and rechargeable. Their durability depends largely on the charging/discharging cycle. For instance, lead batteries are good for more than 1000 partial discharges and for more than 200 discharges of the whole capacity, if a total discharge is avoided.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 38 C · Never use a naked flame or cause sparks close to the battery. Danger of explosion! · DO NOT dispose of old batteries as domestic waste. 38 · Acid escapes from the batteries and damages the environment. The lead in the battery, a metallic raw material, will be lost. Use one of the following disposal facilities for old batteries: - the battery manufacturer - the specialist supplier - the metal trade - an approved disposal facility.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 39 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 5.2 Care 5.2.1 Charging the Battery Your scalamobil uses up energy each time you employ it. If the battery is fully charged, you can climb approximately 300 steps. However, you should never totally discharge your battery because it may be damaged by it. We, therefore, recommend to recharge the battery after each time you use the scalamobil.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 40 C 40 Y CM MY CY CMY K 5.2.2 Cleaning 5.3 Maintenance The outside of the scalamobil’s 4 big wheels where the brakes are located must be cleaned regularly with alcohol to ensure the efficient functioning of the brakes. If your scalamobil is in use daily, you need to clean said parts weekly, otherwise once a month is sufficient.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 41 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 6 Quick help in case of faults What to do if...
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 42 C 42 Probedruck M Y CM MY CY CMY K What to do if... Remedy Contact... The scalamobil comes to a standstill during staircase climbing and correcting the angle of inclination does not help Lay the scalamobil to the back. The automatic safety brakes will prevent it rolling off the edge of the step.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 43 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 7 Warranty and Liability 7.1 Warranty The warranty period for the scalamobil/scalacombi is 24 months (12 months for the batteries) from the date that it is handed over to the purchaser. Excluded from the warranty are · Parts subject to wear. · Maintenance work necessary as a result of normal daily use.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 44 C 44 M Y CM MY CY CMY K 8 Disposal 9 Intended use This device, its battery pack and accessories are long-lasting products. However, they may contain materials that prove to be hazardous for the environment if they are disposed of in places (e.g. landfills) that are not intended for this purpose according to the current applicable legislation in the respective country.
BDA_S30_GB_final_Pfade.fh11 07.12.2009 11:57 Uhr Seite 45 C · The person who will be conveyed must be capable of sitting independently; use of a pelvic restraint belt is recommended. · When conveying, the arms of the person being conveyed should not project over the arm rests of the wheel chair, or of the scalacombi seat.
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