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11.2 Product liability
SANO Transportgeraete GmbH is not liable as manufacturer for any damage
to the LIFTKAR PT:
the Liftkar PT is used for a purpose for which it is not intended.
the Liftkar PT is not maintained regularly by an authorised mechanical
workshop, or by Sano.
the instructions in this manual are not complied with.
non-Sano components are fitted or linked to the Liftkar PT.
original components are removed.
Please contact us for a list of authorised Sano service centres.
11.3 Declaration of conformity
SANO Transportgeraete GmbH takes sole responsibility in
declaring that LIFTKAR stairclimbers comply with:
- the essential requirements of the EU directive for medical products
93/42/EWG, Appendix I
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the guidelines 2004/108/EWG relating to electromagnetic compatibility
- the applicable basic safety and health requirements of the EU
guidelines for machines 2006/42/EG, appendix IIA
Any changes made to the product without our prior consent render this
declaration void.
Relevant standards:
ISO 7176-23
Requirements and test methods for attendant-operated
stair-climbing devices
EN
12182
Technical aids for disabled persons - General
requirements and test methods
DIN EN ISO 14971 Risk analysis
Jochum Bierma (Ing.), Managing Director
11.4 Registered patents
The climbing system is protected by international patents registered in Europe,
USA and Japan. The handle unit is also protected by two patents. A patent is
also registered for the wheelchair loading system featured on the Universal
model.