FENTON MOBILITY PRODUCTS, 26 Center Street, Randolph NY 14772 - Shift N Step Operators Manual
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SAFETY FIRST
Safety First….
is the key to avoiding dangerous conditions and situations to personnel and equipment. Always
use “situational awareness” and be alert to your own position and the position of other persons or other
obstructions. Look before you press a button or turn a key. Do not operate this device unless you have
thoroughly read and understand these instructions and have received adequate training by qualified personnel.
Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing, jewelry, etc. away from moving parts.
Keep area around equipment clean, well-lit and unobstructed.
Make sure all equipment is well maintained and kept in peak operating condition. Report and have repaired any
unusual sounds, motion, loose, damaged or missing parts.
Operate only as intended and described in these instructions. Do not bypass or render inoperable any safety
device or system. Do not modify, alter or deviate from original design without prior written authorization.
Keep all guards, safety devices and warning labels in place and in good repair.
WARNING
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Never leave the Manual Override tool in position with the gear teeth engaged when using the push
buttons. Sudden and violent movement of the tool will occur.
The Shift-N-Step is provided with sensors that limit both the left and right travel of the carriage. To insure full
travel, continue pressing the “normal operation” left or right push buttons until the carriage stops on its own.
In the event of an emergency, the stairway must not be obstructed. Only move the Shift-N-Step to the full right
(deploy) position when it is necessary to load or unload a wheelchair passenger. Always return the Shift-N-Step
to the full left (stowed) position after use. There is an arrow label on the right end of the lift base and a label
stating “Full Left Shift” on the
right side of the Shift-N-Step base. When these two arrows align, it indicates that
the lift is fully stowed. This is a visual guide only and it is not critical that the arrows be perfectly aligned.
However, if there is a large discrepancy (more than ¼” of misalignment)
and the “Left Shift” pushbutton has
been held until the unit stops on its own, it may indicate an electrical or mechanical issue requiring attention.
Do not move the vehicle with the lift obstructing the stairway.
