Bariatric Wheelchair Mover—Operating Manual
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Introduction
The Bariatric Wheelchair Mover is a battery operated mobile unit designed to
power-assist patient wheelchairs, while helping to reduce the risk of back/
shoulder strain for the operator―caused by manually pushing or pulling
wheelchairs.
The Bariatric Wheelchair Mover includes the latest developments in DC motors with
automatic electromagnetic park braking, as well as a high capacity programmable
controller.
Features include quiet operation, ease of handling, high manoeuvrability, low
maintenance, and the ability to handle loads up to 300 kg on a 6 degree gradient.
The Bariatric Wheelchair Mover slows and brakes automatically when the twist grip
is released.
Under typical operation, the Bariatric Wheelchair Mover battery capacity should be
adequate for a day’s operation. Overnight charging is recommended, and in high-use
situations additional ‘top-up’ charging is advised. It is recommended to use the charger
supplied with the Bariatric Wheelchair Mover when charging the sealed maintenance-
free batteries. This charger is especially designed to set the charge rate, prevent
gassing, and automatically cut switch to ‘trickle charge’ when charging is complete.
All bearings are pre-lubricated and sealed and should not require attention in normal
use. Regular maintenance requirements on the vehicle are therefore minimal and are
covered in this manual.
As with any machinery, safety considerations demand that the Bariatric Wheelchair
Mover be handled with caution, and only operated by trained and authorised personnel.
In addition, the wheelchair must be securely locked to the Bariatric Wheelchair Mover.
The Bariatric Wheelchair Mover must only be operated by trained and
authorised personnel.
