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PERIODIC VOLUNTARY INSPECTIONS
The following table provides a brief description of the periodic voluntary inspection procedure for STAIR
CHAIR SC-5.
Be sure to carry out periodic inspections. Failing to do so may cause an accident or may shorten the life of
the machine.
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At startup
Inspection item
Inspection procedure
Frequency
Notes
1
Checking the Key
Switch operation and
the remaining battery
capacity
With the Key Switch in the “ON” position, does the machine operate normally when each
switch is turned on or off?
Does the Battery Gauge show the proper amount of battery charge left?
With the Key Switch in the “OFF” position, make sure that the machine is NOT activated when
any other switch is turned on.
Each time
2
UP/DOWN Switch
operation
With the Key Switch in the “ON” position, do the Rubber Crawlers move toward the given
direction when the UP or DOWN side of the UP/DOWN switch is pressed?
When the switch is deactivated, do the Rubber Crawlers stop moving?
Each time
3
Emergency Stop
Switch operation
Do the Rubber Crawlers stop moving when the Emergency Stop Switch is pressed while the
UP/DOWN switch is being activated?
Each time
4
Unusual noise during
Crawler operation
Do you hear any unusual noise from the Drive Unit while the UP/DOWN switch is being
activated?
Each time
5
Condition of the
Rubber Crawlers
Is the tension of the Rubber Crawlers loose? Is there a misalignment in the crests of the two
Rubber Crawlers?
Is there any chipping or large and deep cracking in the crests of the two Rubber Crawlers?
Each time
6
Deformation of the
Sprocket and side
rings of the Idler
Wheel
Is there any deformation in the Sprocket and side rings of the Idler Wheel?
Every month
7
Condition of the
Travelling Wheels
Is there any excessive wear or damage on the rubber wheels?
Is the STAIR CHAIR traveling on flat ground smoothly using the Traveling Wheels with the
assistance of an operator?
Each time
8
Kick Stand
Does the Kick Stand move smoothly?
Are the Rubber Crawlers unable to move when the Kick Stand is extended?
Each time
9
Lock Unit for the
Back Support Frame
With the Back Support Frame folded, are you able to let the frame slide backward to the
locking position using the Lock Release Lever, and then are you able to secure the lock
properly?
Then, with the Back Support Frame set up, are you able to fold down the frame by grasping
the Lock Release Pins, and then are you able to assuredly secure the lock once again?
Each time
10 Seat
Is there any damaged, ripped, or ragged part on the seat?
Does the seat belt fastening mechanism work properly?
Each time
11 Battery condition
Is there any residue from leaks or corrosion on the battery case?
Every month
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After use
Inspection item
Inspection procedure
Frequency
Notes
1
Remaining
battery capacity
Has the LED illumination on the Battery Gauge shifted?
If the charge level has decreased by more than one scale, recharge the battery.
Each time
Recharging a battery is
performed on an as- needed
basis.
2
Inspection of
each unit
Is there any part that has become deformed during use?
Each time
3
Battery charging
Is there any damage to the cables of the Charger or the outlet?
Every month
Does the switch on the Charger work properly, and does the charging process
start normally?
As needed
Does the charging function automatically stop when the Battery Pack is finally
fully charged?
As needed
When equipped with an
automatic stop feature
