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NOTE:
It is a good idea to deactivate the brake system on uneven ground because
bumps or dips in the ground would otherwise cause the main wheels to be
stopped if one of both of the edge brakes were activated.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure that the system is switched on again before starting each movement
downwards to the next step.
This is indicated by the LED changing to green or flashing green (see section
2.5.1. for operating modes). Only then is the edge braking system enabled.
5.3.
Automatic switch-off after extended period of no operation
Please note that the LIFTKAR switches off automatically to save the battery pack after
approx. 10 min without the UP/DOWN switch being pressed). The edge braking system is
also deactivated (providing the unit is parked on the toe plate).
IMPORTANT:
Always check the status of the LED when starting moving again after a pause
(LED
must
be green or flashing green). Only then is the edge braking system
engaged.
NOTE:
Do I have to make sure the edge braking system is activated on every step?
No, you only have to approach the edge of the step.
Hand width rule
: It is enough to position the LIFTKAR roughly one hand width
away from the edge of the step (distance between point main wheels contact step
and edge of step, i.e. approx. 7
– 8 cm). Now you can start the next lifting cycle
and the LIFTKAR will land safely on the next step.
