MilkyWay
MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
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1.5: Power supply
MilkyWay rail systems can be powered in many different ways. All models of RiseBasic and RiseAtlas, except the
high humidity and SmartPark special versions, feature easy and convenient hand control charging as standard.
The charging station for these ceiling lift units are integrated in a small and discreet holder and parking place for
the hand control. The hand control holder with charging station is easily installed on the wall, in convenient proximity
of the ceiling lift unit’s parking place.
The lift units can also be charged either anywhere in the entire rail system (in-rail charging) or at the end of the
primary and/or secondary rails (end point charging).
Basic rail systems - options for charging
A: End point charging. Use the charger and the charging connectors for the rail supplied with the ceiling lift unit.
Read the user manual before installation.
B: In-rail charging. Use the charger supplied with the ceiling lift unit. Conductor rail and insulator, which are available
as accessories, are required. Carbon sliders mounted on top of the lift unit are used for power transfer.
Read the user manual before installation.
(x-y)/traverse systems - options for charging
A: End point charging. Use the charger and the charging connectors for the rail
supplied with the ceiling lift unit. Traverse trolleys designed for end point
charging are required. An extension cable for the traverse trolley may be
required depending on the overhang. Read the user manual before installation.
B: In-rail charging. Use the charger and the charging connectors for the rail
supplied with the ceiling lift unit. Traverse trolleys designed for in-rail charging
and conductor rail and insulatior, for both primary and secundary rails, are
required. Carbon sliders mounted on top of the lift unit and in one of the trolleys
are used for power transfer. An extension cable for the traverse trolley may be
required depending on the overhang. Read the user manual before installation.
1.5.1: In-rail charging with conductor rail and insulator
MilkyWay conductor rail and insulator are available in several lengths and are supplied in pairs, see 10.4: Installation
equipment. If several lengths need to be joined, the conductor rails must be connected by means of a brass joint.
For more information; article numbers and technical data, please consult the “MilkyWay Technical information” document.
