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WHEELCHAIR MOVER

OWNERS MANUAL

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND TRAINING MANUAL

WheelChair Mover

WM2000 Electric Utility Machine

Manufactured by:

Dane Technologies, Inc.

Phone: 763-544-7779

7105 Northland Terrace

Toll Free: 1-888-544-7779

Minneapolis, MN 55428

Fax: 763-544-4234

970-068 6/19/17 Rev F

www.danetechnologies.com

Summary of Contents for WM2000

Page 1: ...D TRAINING MANUAL WheelChair Mover WM2000 Electric Utility Machine Manufactured by Dane Technologies Inc Phone 763 544 7779 7105 Northland Terrace Toll Free 1 888 544 7779 Minneapolis MN 55428 Fax 763...

Page 2: ...nual contains information which will assist in the training operation and maintenance of the WheelChair Mover Please read it thoroughly and review it regularly The WheelChair Mover is a tool that will...

Page 3: ...on 24 Operating the WheelChair Mover 25 WheelChair Mover Care and Maintenance 31 Fastener Torque Chart 33 Battery Charging 34 Maintenance Notes 36 Storage 43 Troubleshooting 44 WheelChair Mover Access...

Page 4: ...Do not use with any standing or motorized wheelchairs The maximum load capacity shown is for patient plus wheelchair Use with heavier patients degrades the operation of the machine and may cause injur...

Page 5: ...0 5 cm federal standard for wheelchair ramps Do not drive at full speed into any fixed obstacles or objects as this may result in personal injury or structural damage Do not operate the WheelChair Mov...

Page 6: ...rivers etc on any of the batteries to prevent electrical short circuits Batteries are heavy Always use care and proper lifting technique to avoid injury when removing or replacing batteries Maintenanc...

Page 7: ...ays and rooms 4 Only operate the WheelChair Mover under adequate and safe lighting conditions 5 Drive slowly while turning and on inclines especially when operating without a wheelchair attached 6 Car...

Page 8: ...echnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Intended Purpose of the Device The WheelChair Mover is designed to reduce the operating forces when moving patients in manual wheelchairs WCM Models There are thr...

Page 9: ...Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Labels All the labels on the WheelChair Mover are shown here and on the following pages If your machine does not have t...

Page 10: ...Dane Technologies Inc WheelChair Mover Owners Manual 10 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F...

Page 11: ...er Owners Manual 11 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Standard and Airport Model Control Panel Label...

Page 12: ...No Step label Warning moving parts label Hitch engagement handle operation label Self help guide label Fuse changing label under cover Charger plug label Warning moving parts label Serial number labe...

Page 13: ...hair Mover Owners Manual 13 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Front View Drive whee...

Page 14: ...hair Mover Owners Manual 14 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Left Side View Drive...

Page 15: ...er Owners Manual 15 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Right Side View Charger Holde...

Page 16: ...d Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Back View Foot pedal Steering handlebar grips Replaceable fuse...

Page 17: ...over Owners Manual 17 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Top View Jaws and arms Hitc...

Page 18: ...WheelChair Mover Owners Manual 18 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Side and Back...

Page 19: ...the machine can be pulled backward off the pallet Note The WheelChair Mover has minimal clearance from the bottom of the machine to the floor When removing the WheelChair Mover from the pallet avoid d...

Page 20: ...ir Mover speed is controlled by pushing the throttle control i e push slightly to move slowly and push more to move faster Braking action occurs as pressure is released Braking force can be controlled...

Page 21: ...gies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Controls View Handlebar LH steering grip Handlebar RH steering grip Horn button Rabbit turtle switch Back away button Battery level indicator On Off swi...

Page 22: ...Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Moves both jaws and hitch Push hitch handle down to move jaws out Moves both jaws and hi...

Page 23: ...s Manual 23 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Moves both jaws to left Pushing RH foot pedal moves bo...

Page 24: ...wn and check that the hitch sliding bars cannot be pushed in toward the machine o Check that the jaws are not loose on the sliding bars and they are not damaged or bent Speed Throttle Controls o Check...

Page 25: ...gned push the hitch handle downward to extend the hitch arms and secure the jaws into place Verify that the hitch jaws are fully engaged on every wheelchair every time by ensuring the fingers of the j...

Page 26: ...rol lever toward the handlebar or pull the right side control lever toward you 4 The operating characteristics for the WheelChair Mover are set at the factory including maximum forward speed maximum r...

Page 27: ...ands or legs Keep hands and legs clear of the hitch while moving the hitch control lever or foot pedal Caution When operation of the WheelChair Mover is not as described below disable and mark the mac...

Page 28: ...ack plate and be firmly in contact with the tubes See figure above The jaws of the Wheelchair Mover can accommodate up to a 1 1 4 diameter tube right figure below The smaller 7 8 diameter tube shown i...

Page 29: ...ons Warning If any of the following jaw conditions are found turn off the WheelChair Mover and tag the machine DO NOT USE Remove the service maintenance key Immediately report the malfunction to the a...

Page 30: ...andle down while pulling the latch release and with continued pressure on the latch release pull up Press on one and then the other foot pedal to move the jaws away from the wheelchair 17 Follow facil...

Page 31: ...harge after each day s usage Storage Store in a dry environment avoid temperature extremes Throttle Control Acceleration and braking Check for proper operation every time the WheelChair Mover is opera...

Page 32: ...Cord Batteries Jaws Anti static wire Some parts on the WheelChair Mover are rebuildable but all of those parts require a qualified facility maintenance technician or a Dane Technologies authorized se...

Page 33: ...79 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Fastener Torque Chart Fastener Torque Chart Size Grade 1or 2 Torque in lbs Grade 5 Torque ft lbs Grade 8 Torque ft lbs 6 5 8 8 10 12...

Page 34: ...d plug the charger cord into a wall receptacle The battery charger will automatically charge the batteries and shut off when the batteries are fully charged This takes between two and ten hours depend...

Page 35: ...not expose charger to rain snow or other moisture sources 4 CAUTION To prevent the risk of fire use the charger only in dry and ventilated rooms without flammable fluids and explosive gases 5 To reduc...

Page 36: ...ay cause contamination of electrical circuitry damage and malfunction as well as personal injury Notes 1 Keep the WheelChair Mover free from the accumulation of grease dirt and other materials Every s...

Page 37: ...ove the bolts for the front cover and side cover on the left side of the drive wheel and remove the covers CAUTION The cover may have weights attached and can be heavy up to 28 lbs Using a 17mm wrench...

Page 38: ...e the washer and nut at the center of the drive wheel Raise the machine upright tighten the shaft nut to 50 ft lbs and reinstall the covers Insert the red service maintenance key and turn it Turn on t...

Page 39: ...the caster wheel After cleaning lower the machine and repeat for the other wheel Insert the red service maintenance key and turn it Turn on the machine and test it for correct operation 5 If a caster...

Page 40: ...one Tighten the bolt holding the caster to the frame to 60 ft lbs torque Reverse this procedure to assemble the caster Raise the machine upright Insert the red service maintenance key and turn on the...

Page 41: ...nd the black wire to Position the battery boots covering the terminals Reinstall the batteries by setting one corner of the battery on the battery shelf and slowly sliding the battery into position Re...

Page 42: ...liding bar Install the new jaw apply Loctite to the bolt threads and torque bolt to 15 ft lbs torque Using a 7 16 socket loosen the two nuts on the carriage bolts and adjust the height of the jaw to b...

Page 43: ...achine and test it for correct operation Storage 1 Short term storage For storage overnight or a few days protect against temperature extremes moisture and excessive humidity 2 Long term storage Prote...

Page 44: ...s soon as possible Flashing slow in a sequence Problems with the controller are indicated by a sequence of flashes For example a drive motor short code 3 steady appears as FAULT CODE CODE DESCRIPTION...

Page 45: ...cility maintenance technician checks WheelChair Mover will not move 1 Check that the O I on off switch turns the machine on and lights turn on Check fuses Verify battery voltage for each battery is gr...

Page 46: ...Owners Manual 46 7105 Northland Terrace Minneapolis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Accessories IV Pole Holder IV H...

Page 47: ...is attached to the IV Pole Holder for hands off movement with the WheelChair Mover and the wheelchair The only adjustment that might be required is when passing through doors and narrow corridors and...

Page 48: ...3 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F 4 Insert and tighten all bolts with lock washers Do not over tighten Using the IV Pole Holder Each day before use the IV Pole Holder should be...

Page 49: ...3 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F 1 To extend the IV Pole Holder Lift up and rotate down IV Pole Holder rotates easily up and down and locks in the upright pos...

Page 50: ...17 Rev F 2 To attach an IV Pole to the IV Pole Holder Slide in and twist handgrip to open and lock IV Pole Holder jaw Twist back and release to lock Move IV pole against V clamp and release handgrip...

Page 51: ...ies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F 3 To adjust IV Pole Holder position 4 To release an IV pole from the IV Pole Holder Push IV Pole Holder forward or pull back to adjust position Slide in and twist handgri...

Page 52: ...ole Holder Maintaining the IV Pole Holder The IV Pole Holder is designed for years of trouble free use If you find however that an IV pole does not maintain its position when the WheelChair Mover is i...

Page 53: ...The gas bottle holder is typically installed on the left side of the WheelChair Mover before shipment If purchased separately 1 The gas bottle holder is usually installed on left side of the WheelCha...

Page 54: ...the front of the machine is designed to hold clipboards and other documents There is no special maintenance necessary for the Document Holder Installation The Document Holder is shipped installed if o...

Page 55: ...544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Hook Option P N 100 235 The hook accessory allows you to hook items onto the WheelChair Mover It is installed where shown or at the same positio...

Page 56: ...a tool that will increase workplace safety and productivity Those goals will only be accomplished if all employees using the WheelChair Mover are thoroughly trained in the safe operation of the WheelC...

Page 57: ...level The higher the immunity level the greater the protection At this time current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 v m immunity level which provides useful protection from the more c...

Page 58: ...devices This can affect WheelChair Mover movement and braking Therefore the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the WheelChair Mover Warni...

Page 59: ...www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F Important Information 20 volts per meter v m is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI The higher the level of immunity the greate...

Page 60: ...24 inches Wheel front 9 in diameter Wheel rear 5 inch diameter Wheelchair inside seat width Up to 24 inches Up to 30 inches Up to 24 inches Max Load Patient Wheelchair 550 lbs 750 lbs 550 lbs Chassis...

Page 61: ...ed with 550 lbs test dummy Bariatric 750 lbs 340 kg All testing completed with a 750 lbs test dummy Measurements Specifications Parameter Standard Bariatric Overall Length 27 6 in 70 m Overall Width 2...

Page 62: ...998 Vol 1 Section 1 Static Stability See Measurements Specifications Section Vol 2 Section 2 Dynamic Stability See Measurements Specifications Section Vol 2 Section 3 Brakes Passed Vol 2 Section 4 Ene...

Page 63: ...ctromagnetic compatibility EMC Radiated radio frequency electromagnetic field immunity test Passed EN 60601 4 4 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Electrical fast transient burst immunity test Passed E...

Page 64: ...urces such as fires floods or other acts of God Should any component fail during the first two years of ownership except those mentioned as not under warranty the component in question is to be return...

Page 65: ...544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WHEELCHAIR MOVER TRAINING MANUAL WheelChair Mover Electric Utility Machine MANUFACTURED BY Dane Technologies Inc Phone 763 544...

Page 66: ...Program for employees This guide will aid you in training employees on the proper operation of the WheelChair Mover Operator Requirements Those employees who may be expected to operate the WheelChair...

Page 67: ...ring regular maintenance inspect the electrical connections on the WheelChair Mover for frayed and deteriorated insulation Daily inspect jaws and hitches MOST IMPORTANT HERE IS SAFETY Those employees...

Page 68: ...Pencils Sufficient copies of Quiz for WheelChair Mover Training OPTIONAL Overhead projector OPTIONAL Handouts or transparencies for overhead projector OPTIONAL Transparency of Quiz Answer Key 4 Review...

Page 69: ...pose of Machine The purpose of the WheelChair Mover is to make the wheelchair transportation process easier more efficient and enjoyable for both the operator and the patient Review of Topics As part...

Page 70: ...oes not stop properly or is not completely under your control press the O off button on the control panel remove the service key and notify your supervisor immediately 8 When battery levels on the Whe...

Page 71: ...s we review the quiz please correct the one you have REVIEW BEST ANSWERS Use Answer Key TO QUIZ ADD SCORE Please add up the number of correct answers and write it at the top of the quiz COLLECT QUIZ C...

Page 72: ...omplete disconnection of electrical power to the machine use the Emergency Off power control on the back of the machine below the left handlebar Caution This sudden stop may cause discomfort to the wh...

Page 73: ...orm all of the same maneuvers in rabbit Remember you can still operate the machine very slowly by depressing the throttle just a little Also notice that when making a turn at the faster rabbit speeds...

Page 74: ...Engage the centering foot pedals and the gap will be closed Note simultaneously push down the handle and the foot pedal to secure both sides See page 27 of the Owners Manual Repeat the steps above wit...

Page 75: ...Safety and Only connect and disconnect a wheelchair to the Operational Emphasis WCM on a level floor No slopes Always back down a ramp when transporting a patient Always engage the turtle switch when...

Page 76: ...secure on the wheelchair frame throughout transport of the patient Never exceeded the maximum patient weight limit as indicated in the owner s manual Never operate the machine if you think for any re...

Page 77: ...onnect it make sure the WheelChair Mover is A Moving in reverse B Operated with one hand C In the turtle speed D In the rabbit speed 8 Back down ramps when transporting patients True______ False______...

Page 78: ...ds steering 3 False Slow down and make your presence known 4 True The throttle controls speed and braking 5 F All of the above 6 False Never ride the machine patients only in the wheelchair 7 C Use sl...

Page 79: ...olis MN 55428 888 544 7779 763 544 7779 Fax 763 544 4234 www danetechnologies com 970 068 6 19 17 Rev F WheelChair Mover Record of Purchase Form Date ____________________________ Business ____________...

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