8
Care, maintenance and recycling
To insure the max-e’s safe and proper functioning we recommend a safety
check done on the device every two years, even though there might not be
any outer damage or malfunction evident
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For safety reasons this safety check or repairs of any sort may only be
performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik
.
The device itself does not call for particular maintenance or care except for
the occasional cleaning (see chapter
7.3.2).
8.1
Different user
If the user changes (new user), we recommend to have a safety check perfor-
med on the device
.
8.2
Care
8.2.1
Battery pack
The batteries of the max-e are airtight, maintenance-free, rechargeable and
of top quality
.
A total discharge of lead batteries leads to a loss of capacity and additionally
it reduces their durability
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Therefore, please avoid a total discharge by charging the lead batteries
whenever possible
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Taking good care of your lead batteries means charging them
!
If fully charged batteries are empty faster than usual, then they are probably
used up. In such case have your local dealer or an AAT representative check
the batteries and exchange them if necessary
.
8.2.2
Cleaning
Please clean the control unit, drive unit, batteries and brackets merely with
a mild household cleaner
.
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Please clean the toothed segments and the drive shaft’s pinion regularly,
since these parts can be outworn more easily due to dirt and debris
.
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Please always use a merely moist cloth. Make sure that water does not
get into the max-e.
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For security reasons please do not use a high-pressure cleaning device
!
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Please make sure that your wheelchair is cleaned according to the
manufacturer’s specifications
.
8.3
Maintenance
The max-e is a low-maintenance device. To ensure the functioning and the
safety of the max-e it must be checked every two years, even if there are no
outer signs of damage on the device
.
In the interest of your safety the safety check or any repairs on the max-e
may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authori-
zed personnel.
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