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8

Care, maintenance and recycling

To ensure the v-max+'s

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

.

F

For safety reasons this safety check or repairs of any sort may only be per-
formed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik or the authorized dealer

.

The device itself does not call for particular maintenance or care except
for the occasional cleaning (see chapter 8.5)

.

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
charge your mega 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

Œ

is in-

serted into the wall outlet and plug



into the socket on the device or the

mega battery pack

.

This automatic charger recharges your batteries 100%. As soon as the
charging process is completed, it switches to a retaining mode, thus over-
charging is impossible

.

F

Before using the charger, please read and follow all instructions and war-
ning notes included with the charger

.

F

Exclusively use the AAT charger to charge the batteries.

F

Check the charger regularly and protect it from oils, grease, aggressive
cleaning agents, thinners and/or damage by sharp edges, etc

.

F

Repairs and service check-ups may only be performed by AAT Alber An-
triebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel

.

F

Please do not disassemble or modify the charger!

F

Please make sure that the charger is not exposed to dampness or humidi-
ty while charging the batteries

.

F

Never touch the plug with moist hands

!

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Summary of Contents for V-MAX+

Page 1: ...Pushing and Braking Aid Translation of the original user s manual GB...

Page 2: ...th or changed in any way without the knowledge and agreement of the company AAT Alber Antriebstechnik Signature of the manufacturer Markus Alber Managing partner AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH The pow...

Page 3: ...15 3 6 Functional check 17 4 Safety instructions and hazard notes 18 4 1 Special information concerning the operation 18 4 2 Instruction 19 4 3 Operation attendant 20 4 4 Load 20 4 5 Care and maintena...

Page 4: ...8 Care maintenance and recycling 29 8 1 New user 29 8 2 Charger 29 8 3 Mega battery pack 31 8 4 Fuse 33 8 5 Cleaning 33 8 6 Recycling 33 9 Warranty and liability 34 9 1 Warranty 34 9 2 Liability 34 4...

Page 5: ...a certain skill Please read this user s manual carefully and particularly take note of the safety instructions before you use the v max for the first time After reading please store this user s manua...

Page 6: ...ety you may not use the v max on escalators or moving belts F Transporting other kinds of loads is explicitly prohibited F Only authorized operators may use the v max Therefore never leave the v max u...

Page 7: ...2 2 General survey control grip v max power unit heavy duty wheels incl handrim and toothed ring brackets on the wheelchair mega battery pack incl bag pushing grip 7...

Page 8: ...cable 2 2 2 Power unit control grip power switch driving unit s link to the wheelchair mega battery pack socket for power cable out and charging cable in socket for power cable on the v max control p...

Page 9: ...ht 28 6 kg Limits for mounting the v max on a wheelchair seat width of 60 cm and more Max approved total weight 300 kg person wheelchair v max Speed continually adjustable 5 5 km h forward 3 km h back...

Page 10: ...2 4 Dimensioned sketch 10...

Page 11: ...charger incl user s manual mega battery pack incl bag as well as the components mounted to the wheelchair power cable and bag for the battery pack plus the user s manual no picture In addition it is n...

Page 12: ...elchair depending on the model may result in restricting the adjustment of its seat or back rest F Mounting the v max to a wheelchair depending on the model may re sult in a change of the wheelchair s...

Page 13: ...toward the PRESS button until they lock See picture on the right Now slide the v max evenly on both sides into the brackets F Make sure the v max with its wheelchair links is in a straight line when y...

Page 14: ...ax les come out F The power unit is activated if both slide switch have reached their ou ter position F The driving unit locked properly if the wheelchair cannot be moved ma nually any more Now you ca...

Page 15: ...rp The wheelchair driver s attendant controls all functions of the v max by means of the control grip Since the control grip and the pushing grip can be installed either on the right or the left side...

Page 16: ...rips into the receptacles in the most comfortable position for each individual users See picture on the right indicating the grip positions which have proven most comfortable for frequent use 3 5 2 Re...

Page 17: ...way the grips turn into stable feet for the v max so you can simply set it aside 3 6 Functional check F Please check the device s electronic functions each time before using it see chapter 6 1 F Make...

Page 18: ...table in handling the v max safely Practise at a low speed F Always turn the speed control to its lowest speed when you begin using the device and increase the speed slowly to the desired tempo F Ple...

Page 19: ...tro magnetic environment without influencing other de vices in the same environment The v max successfully passed all the EMV tests required by law Never theless always check whether the device s elec...

Page 20: ...vely use AAT Alber parts and accessories Please note the extensive care and maintenance instructions in chapter 8 4 6 Condition of paths walkways etc Avoid driving with the v max on unfortified paths...

Page 21: ...ly be performed by the company AAT Alber Antriebs technik or their authorized dealers The v max may only be attached to wheelchairs which must be checked according to generally acknowledged technical...

Page 22: ...at the maximum total weight of 300 kg wheelchair person and v max is not exceeded 5 2 Mega battery pack Please make sure that the batteries are fully charged before you use the v max for the first tim...

Page 23: ...eed control counter clockwise all the way for minimum speed You must begin with minimum speed when you use the v max for the first time 6 1 2 Rocker switch With the rocker switch you determine the dir...

Page 24: ...Depending on particular circumstances the electro magnetic brakes strong effect may brake the wheelchair so abruptly that it stops immedi ately The panic switch works both ways going backward and forw...

Page 25: ...pack is 40 charged red bar mega battery pack is 20 charged F If the diode lights up in the red bar you must charge the mega battery pack immediately Due to the extensive self tests of the electronics...

Page 26: ...ases of malfunction the electro magnetic brake is automati cally activated Caution Should the display blink red 7 times overheating then one has to wait for approximately 5 minutes depending on the te...

Page 27: ...sealed lead acid batteries used in the v max are not considered dangerous according to the IATA special guidelines A67 and GGVS Rn Nr 2801 A section 2 and admitted to air travel by DOT and IATA F Befo...

Page 28: ...he power cable from the socket on the mega battery pack 3 Please open the velcro strip of the bag and take out the mega battery pack F The mega battery pack should always be connected to the charger t...

Page 29: ...of deli very includes the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger Plug is in serted into the wall outlet and plug into the socket on the device or the mega battery pack This automatic charger recharges...

Page 30: ...F Before using the voltage converter please read and follow all instruc tions and warning notes printed on the voltage converter F Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH voltage converter...

Page 31: ...r batteries is taking good care of them If your mega battery pack has not reached its full capacity it is possible that with a new mega battery pack it takes a few charging discharging cy cles to buil...

Page 32: ...r F Never touch the plug with moist hands Signals of the charger 8 3 2 Charging batteries in your vehicle By means of the voltage voltage converter you may even charge your mega battery pack while dri...

Page 33: ...heel is exces sive worn up because of contamination or deposits F Make sure that no water gets into the v max therefore merely use a damp cloth for cleaning F In the interest of your safety do not use...

Page 34: ...d driving belt toothed segments wheelchair wheels driveshaft improper and insufficient maintenance unauthorized constructional changes or inappropriate use of the de vice or its accessories using the...

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