AAT V-MAX mini, User Manual

Page 1: ...EN 2023 06 1 1 T R A N S L A T I O N O F T H E O R I G I N A L USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...on Product seminars Showroom exhibition devices Re use Complaints Rental devices With our professional service concept we at AAT prove once again our high claim of quality and offer our clients an all inclusive package We are at your service AAT service concept Customer service at its best Service and repairs Phone 49 0 74 31 12 95 550 Phone 49 0 74 31 12 95 552 Fax 49 0 74 31 12 95 540 E mail ser...

Page 3: ...can lead to defects in the V MAX mini and endanger the operator and the occupant as well as affect it in its proper function There is an increased risk of injury In the event of an infringement claims for warranty and liability are exclud ed Persons with visual and reading impairments or mental disabilities should print out the user manual available on the website in enlarged letters or have this ...

Page 4: ...es 13 5 Assembly 14 5 1 Wheelchair bracket 14 5 2 Battery holder 14 5 3 Drive unit 15 5 4 Battery 16 5 5 Operating unit 16 5 6 Anti tip supports 17 6 Starting up 18 6 1 Switching on the device 19 6 2 Riding with the V MAX mini 20 6 3 Overcoming obstacles folding up 22 6 4 Deactivating the drive 23 6 5 Immobiliser protection against unauthorised use 23 7 Removal 24 8 Transportation 26 9 Care and ma...

Page 5: ...h it Some materials have a certain fuel grade and are therefore made of special flame retardant material Nevertheless the V MAX mini must be kept away from sources of ignition as it does not consist exclusively of flame retardant materials The V MAX mini may interfere with highly sensitive electromagnetic fields of other electronic devices e g anti theft devices Stability tests were performed unde...

Page 6: ... battery below above the specified temperature limits 2 Explanation of the symbols on the packaging DANGER The V MAX mini must not be operated in the case of severe visual impairment and or blindness Do not exceed the total permissible weight and the maximum person weight as this may lead to de fects or overload the V MAX mini Avoid driving in heavy rain ice snow and on unsurfaced ground sand mud ...

Page 7: ...mber of the product e g P1204XXXXXX Medical Device Position Type plate Barcode Position Type plate Contains the AAT serial number Technical safety test badge refer to chapter Technical safety test Position Underside of drive unit Informs about the due date of the next technical safety test Double hook symbol Position Carrying handle Informs that when folding the device the carrying handle must be ...

Page 8: ...ide shafts Wheelchair bracket Carrying handle Drive wheel Release switch Double hook for attaching Drive unit Velcro tapes for battery holder Battery holder Lithium ion battery Battery charge leve indicator Type plate incl serial number on the underside of the drive unit Manufacturer information For a simplified assignment of the individual components the numbers listed here are cited in full for ...

Page 9: ...heir own manual wheelchair Users of the V MAX mini may have a permissible person weight of 120 kg total weight incl device and wheelchair 150 kg There are no medical requirements A power assist supports the accompanying person while pushing the wheelchair The use of the power assist is intended for patients who are not able to move by themselves and accompanying persons who do not have sufficient ...

Page 10: ...s more than one person shall be transported simultaneously the operator does not have adequate eyesight escalators or travelators shall be overcome medical devices with e g a life support function and diagnostic devices are in the proximity it is not used according to the intended use objects shall be transported 4 7 User group The power assist devices are intended for the use by health care profe...

Page 11: ...n in the wheelchair manufacturer s user manual Static stability sideways Observe the information in the wheelchair manufacturer s user manual Maximum surmountable obstacle height Observe the information in the wheelchair manufacturer s instructions for use and the chapter Overcoming obstacles Storing operating temperature Device 40 C to 65 C 25 C to 50 C Storing operating temperature Battery pack ...

Page 12: ...nnung Artikelnummer Toleranzen Name Datum Werkstoff e gepr bearb 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 5 0 8 Datum Änderung Name 0 5 6 Zust 6 30 30 120 120 315 315 1000 ZG Nummer alt Kra 120 428 448 85 Akku 53 86 Normen im Zeichnungsfeld vorrangig RoHS REACH Compliant 1 5 Grundgerät V MAX mini IN ERSTELLUNG DIN ISO 1302 DIN ISO 2768 mK A0 Ehestetter Weg 11 D 72458 Albstadt Tel 07431 1295 0 Fax 07431 1295 36 www aat onlin...

Page 13: ...elcro tapes electronics box and power cable Key for battery locking device Charger Holder for power cable Wheelchair bracket vertical Wheelchair bracket horizontal Additional battery 4 11 Accessories NOTE Only use AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH accessories i Motor vehicle voltage converter 12 V 230 V Lighting kit according to StVO German road traffic regulations no figure ...

Page 14: ...d specialist dealer the AAT field service or the manufacturer Please contact one of these named contacts if you have any questions 0 40 43 Anbauwinkel Normen im Zeichnungsfeld vorrangig DINISO1302 DINISO2768 mK Ehestetter Weg 11 D 72458 Albstadt Tel 07431 1295 0 Fax 07431 1295 36 www aat online de 1 2 AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH kantenDINISO13715 BL Name Name ZG Nummer alt Information for speci...

Page 15: ...handle i Manufacturer s information The width of the guide shafts has been adjusted especially for your wheelchair If you have any ques tions or need to make any changes please contact your authorised specialised dealer the AAT field team or the manufacturer Plug the power cable into the drive unit Plug in contact is made magnetically Make sure that both guide shafts are inserted evenly Manufactur...

Page 16: ...s carried out by specialised dealers or AAT WARNING Never short circuit or connect the poles of the battery to avoid electric shocks WARNING Never use the battery empty or defective as failure of the battery on upward downward slopes will cause the device incl wheelchair to freewheel and suddenly require much more force for handling CAUTION Plug in contacts must be dry Insert the battery into the ...

Page 17: ...r s anti tip supports WARNING Check the anti tip supports before initial operation to ensure safety Fix the mount for the operat ing unit two clamps to the handle tube and tighten it with the appropriate screws Plug the operating unit onto the round tube set the ap propriate angle and tighten the grub screw Make sure it is tight i The pre setting is carried out by specialised dealers or AAT For wh...

Page 18: ...d slopes WARNING Only perform turns on upward downward slopes if you are physically capable of handling the additional forces involved WARNING Drive down slopes at the lowest speed and use the wheelchair s brakes to avoid dangerous situations We recommend drum brakes WARNING Never use the battery empty or defective as failure of the battery on upward downward slopes will cause the device incl whee...

Page 19: ...n To become ready to drive again switch off the battery and switch it on again after approx 1 3 seconds If necessary turn the release switch completely to the right If not yet done Switch on the V MAX mini at the battery 6 1 Switching on the device i NOTE DO NOT operate the thumb throttle while switching on Starting protection i NOTE The battery must be locked in place using the key for the batter...

Page 20: ...e operating unit in 33 increments Green 66 100 Yellow 33 66 Red 0 33 6 2 Riding with the V MAX mini Battery indicator i The charge level can also be read off from the battery Manufacturer s recommen dation Primarily use the battery in dicator on the operating unit Only read off the charge level on the battery if necessary i Press the button below the battery indicator LEDs The charge level is indi...

Page 21: ...asing pressure on the thumb throttle Safety and information functions E M E R G E N C Y STOP FUNCTION Press the thumb throttle downwards slightly The V MAX mini travels forward The V MAX mini does not have a reverse gear The wheelchair must be turned manually If the wheelchair is pulled backwards at a slower speed than 1 km h the thumb throt tle has its full function drives when the thumb throttle...

Page 22: ...or obstacles as they can otherwise be damaged To overcome high obstacles fold up the V MAX mini The release switch remains turned to the right The guide shafts are locat ed in the bracket Lift the V MAX mini by the handle Observe the symbol for at taching the double hook Activate the parking brakes of the wheelchair Fold up the V MAX mini Attach the handle to the dou ble hook Observe the symbol fo...

Page 23: ...i from unauthorised use observe the following steps They prevent unwant ed use of the V MAX mini Activate the parking brakes of the wheelchair Turn the key 180 The battery is de locked Then pull off the key Remove the battery and take it with you i Note by the manufac turer If the V MAX mini is not used for a longer period of time the battery could discharge itself Therefore please ensure that the...

Page 24: ...nstructions Removing the operating unit thumb throttle Turn the key 180 The battery is de locked Then pull off the key Pull off the battery If not done already switch off the V MAX mini Press the ON OFF switch If necessary remove the op erating unit thumb throttle from the round tube Manufacturer s recommen dation Leave the operating unit per manently fitted i i ...

Page 25: ...g Velcro tape out of the re taining clip Release the Vel cro tape from the upper and lower wheelchair frame Repeat on the other side Manufacturer s recommen dation Only remove the battery hold er if necessary The folding mechanism of the wheelchair can be used without restric tion even with the battery holder fitted i ...

Page 26: ...T field staff or the authorised specialist shop i NOTE Perform a visual inspection prior to each start up If parts are visibly defective or miss ing contact the authorised specialist shop or the manufacturer i NOTE It is recommended to perform a technical safety test every two years The inspection plate provides information about the latest date Tip After a change in opera tor reuse i Stow securel...

Page 27: ...ore the battery in a frost free environment at least one hour prior to start up to avoid malfunctions i NOTE Do not charge the battery near heat sensitive or flammable materials Recommendation Remove the battery from the charger for long term storage or non use Carry out regular trickle charges at intervals of 1 month then remove the battery from the charger again i Information by the manufacturer...

Page 28: ... on the battery refer to chapter Battery indicator Deactivate the V MAX mini refer to chapter Deactivat ing the drive Open the yellow rubber cover over the charging socket Connect the charger The battery can remain in the battery holder while be ing charged Charging the battery on the wheelchair ...

Page 29: ...key Pull off the battery Deactivate the V MAX mini refer to chapter Deactivat ing the drive Open the yellow rubber cover over the charging socket Connect the charger LED green battery full approx 4 hours LED is red battery is being charged Check the capacity on the battery refer to chapter Battery indicator ...

Page 30: ...l off the key Pull off the battery Deactivate the V MAX mini refer to chapter Deactivat ing the drive Open the yellow rubber cover over the charging socket Connect the charger LED green battery full approx 4 hours LED is red battery is being charged Check the capacity on the battery refer to chapter Battery indicator ...

Page 31: ...n the charger i Note Observe the manufacturer s information in the charger s user manual Charger V MAX mini Lithium ion battery Battery capacity 6 0 6 4 Ah Possible error LED does not light up Contact the manufacturer ...

Page 32: ...cording to the manufacturer s information i NOTE Do not use a high pressure cleaner i NOTE Do not use abrasive or aggressive agents if necessary test on an inconspicuous area first i NOTE Do not use substances containing alcohol i NOTE Do not use acidic substances such as orange cleaner If you want to disinfect the V MAX mini carry out a wipe disinfection Wipe the surfaces of the V MAX mini with m...

Page 33: ...ners on request shipping may only be carried out via the specialised dealer The regulation only applies to the lithium Ion battery On this product you will find the symbol of the crossed out dustbin ac cording to the WEEE Directive This marking indicates that these products must be brought to a regional recycling facility when they have reached the end of their useful life Please check the applica...

Page 34: ...y test must be performed Refer to chapter Technical safe ty testing If a technical safety test is not necessary the electrical function anti tip supports optional brackets and if necessary the air pressure of the castors must be checked prior to start up 9 5 Technical safety testing i NOTE Technical safety tests may only be performed by the manufacturer the AAT field staff or the authorised specia...

Page 35: ... performed pri or to each reuse Refer to the chapters Cleaning and Technical safety testing i 9 7 Corrective action recall If new important safety information regarding the handling of your product is available we will inform you about this As already stated at the beginning you will always find the latest version of this user manual on our homepage Should any subsequent changes be made to the pro...

Page 36: ... or load Thumb throttle pressed before or during switch on Yes Release the thumb throttle switch the battery off and on again Drive has switched itself off after a long period of non use Yes Switch the battery off and on again Does the problem persist Yes Notify the manufacturer the AAT field service the authorised specialist dealer The LED is flashing Fault condition 1 x Error non volatile memory...

Page 37: ...s which are due to damage as a result of excessive strain any damage resulting from careless handling violent damage natural wear parts improper or inadequate maintenance by the customer unauthorised structural changes or improper use of the V MAX mini or its accessories use of the V MAX mini beyond the total permissible weight improper charging of the battery Warranty Unable to load the battery p...

Page 38: ...V MAX mini has not been used in accordance with the user manual No original AAT spare parts or accessories have been fitted or connected to the V MAX mini Parts of the V MAX mini have been removed Loads were applied to the V MAX mini beyond the permissible total weight The V MAX mini has not been serviced regularly every 2 years by the manufacturer AAT field service or an authorised specialist dea...

Page 39: ... EN ISO 10993 1 IEC 60335 2 29 IEC 60335 1 2011 65 EU EN IEC 63000 The products are marked with in compliance with the regulations This declaration is only valid for the products with the article numbers indicated above This declaration is re placed whenever there is a significant change to the product product family standards and laws Date place Daniel Mohr PRRC MDR 2017 745 Art 15 01 06 2023 Alb...

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