AmeriGlide Powered Stair Climber, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL To Be Retained by Owner AmeriGlide Powered Stair Climber ...

Page 2: ...usage environment or local jurisdiction requires As the Owner you are responsible for ensuring that regular inspections and maintenance occur in a timely manner Refer to this manual for component description setup operating instructions and maintenance of the AmeriGlide Powered Stair Climber The dealer must provide you with the following information and ensure it is recorded in this manual In addi...

Page 3: ... 16 4 TRANSPORT 17 Handling 17 Storage 17 Center of Mass 18 5 SETUP 19 Unpacking 19 Disposal of Packing Material 19 Preliminary Checks 19 Environmental Conditions 20 Electrical Connection 20 Battery Charger Data 20 6 OPERATION 21 Assembling the Steering Bar Post 21 Steering Bar Release 23 Attaching a Wheelchair to the Stair Climber 24 Travel Preparation 28 Manual Operation on a Level Floor 28 Stai...

Page 4: ...er Owner s Manual 7 REVERSING THE SAFETY COUPLINGS 39 8 MAINTENANCE 42 Maintenance Record 43 Periodic Cleaning 44 Charging the Battery 45 Unit Does Not Start or Move 46 Disposal of Parts and Materials 46 9 DETAILED DRAWINGS 47 ...

Page 5: ...nts adhere strictly to the instructions and keep clear of moving parts at all times Follow instructions on all AmeriGlide labels at all times Replace any damaged labels immediately In the event of unusual performance contact a skilled technician Ensure that only qualified personnel perform AmeriGlide maintenance Thefollowing symbols are usedtoensurethatonlyqualifiedpersonnel perform the activities...

Page 6: ...ESCRIPTION Chassis The chassis Figure 1 a is a light skeleton type that includes plastic protection and contains the following components Motor Transmission gears Tracks Wheels for fast manual movement on the floor Electrical Battery Figure 1 a b ...

Page 7: ... the chassis includes the following components Steering bar release lever Figure 2 a Battery charger plug Figure 2 b Bipolar electrical connector for the controls on the steering bar Figure 1 b Pushbutton for base forward backward control Figure 2 c Figure 2 a b c ...

Page 8: ...ntrols for the stair climber are on the steering bar and include the following components Wheelchair safety clamp assembly Figure 3 c Wheelchair crossbar clamp with height adjustable lock Figure 3 d Manual auxiliary wheels cross member Figure 3 e Adjustable headrest Figure 3 b Bipolar chassis electrical connector Figure 3 f Figure 3 a b c d e f ...

Page 9: ...d descend pushbuttons Figure 4 a Emergency STOP button red head Figure 4 b Gradient indicator Figure 4 c Battery charge condition indicator LED Figure 4 d ON OFF key Figure 4 e Figure 4 a b c e a d f f Battery Charger The battery charger recharges the battery after stair climber use and maintains the battery charge condition when the AmeriGlide is not being used ...

Page 10: ...l Figure 5 b Figure 5 a b c Electrical Safety Features The optical indicator displays the maximum gradient Figure 4 c Warning and Caution Plates The AmeriGlide Stair Climber includes the following warning and cautions plates that are visible during operation Fasten safety belts Grasp steering bar with both hands while operating Never leave the AmeriGlide Stair Climber loaded Wheelchair attachment ...

Page 11: ...11 AmeriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual Work Position WARNING The driver must stand behind the stair climber and firmly hold the handle bars Figure 4 f while operating the AmeriGlide Stair Climber ...

Page 12: ...ard Speed up down 16 4 feet min 5 metres min Capacity 1 person with wheelchair Rated load 250 lb 130 kg Maximum stair gradient and rise See Figure 7 Environmental Conditions Temperature 32 F to 113 F 0 C to 45 C Humidity Maximum 90 Noise Less than 70 db Vibration The AmeriGlide Stair Climber can inducepassengervibrationandsound by the following means Low frequency and moderate acceleration Brief e...

Page 13: ... 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 3A Sealed battery with electrolyte 2x12 V 12 Ah Battery recharge time 8 hours if battery is totally exhausted Fuse T3A250 Controls Timed start pushbutton forward backward 1 second delay Emergency STOP button On steering bar control panel Signals Battery charge condition indicator LED On steering bar control panel Gradient indicator On steering bar control panel ...

Page 14: ...meriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual Dimensions Machine dimensions are shown in Figure 6 below Figure 6 43 3 in 27 6 in 37 4 in 54 7 in 12 2 in 37 4 in 15 8 in 110 cm 95 cm 139 cm 40 cm 95 cm 31 cm 70 cm ...

Page 15: ...low Environment Indoor outdoor Steps Parallel without coatings Gradient Maximum 35 Figure 7 Step riser height Minimum 3 94 in 10 cm to maximum 7 09 in 18 cm Figure 7 Step nose radius From 0 to maximum 0 79 in 0 to 2 cm Figure 7 Attendant Always present and with the following characteristics an adult who understands how to operate the equipment and who understands the maintenance instructions Figur...

Page 16: ...ius greater than 0 79 in 2 cm Tracks skidding Guided by an untrained or unqualified operator Instability Transport of electrically powered wheelchairs Unsafe Transport of things or people not seated on the wheelchair Unsafe Use on steps in the presence of water snow or ice Instability tracks skidding Use on wet surfaces or in the rain Electric installation failure Use on staircases without paralle...

Page 17: ...r load unload operations Transport the chassis using the handles at both ends Figure 8 a and b using two people to lift the chassis Figure 8 a b Chassis weight with battery 81 lb 37 kg Steering bar weight 22 lb 10 kg Storage 1 Place the machine in a dry room 2 Cover the machine 3 Store indoors only 4 Connect the battery charger to an electrical source ...

Page 18: ...18 AmeriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual Center of Mass The centre of mass is in the lock position between the steering bar and the chassis Figure 9 a Figure 9 6 61 in 22 44 in a 17 cm 57 cm ...

Page 19: ...l facility Preliminary Checks Perform the following checks before using the AmeriGlide Stair Climber Competence Level Required OS Skilled Operator Check Machine Components Check the steering bar safety clamp Figure 3 c Check the steering bar knobs Figure 5 b Check the safety belt Figure 20 Check the clamping releasing assembly Check Controls Check that the motion controls are functioning as intend...

Page 20: ...ure 32 F to 113 F 0 C to 45 C Humidity Max 90 Electrical Connection Connect the battery charger to the AmeriGlide Stair Climber Figure 2 b and plug the charger cord into a wall outlet Battery Charger Data Voltage rating IN 120 VAC Frequency IN 60 Hz Voltage rating OUT 24V DC 4A ...

Page 21: ...until it locks into the base 3 Once the steering bar is locked Figure 11 a push the red plastic safety protective cover down onto the post release lever Figure 11 b WARNING Ensure that the AmeriGlide Stair Climber safety protective cover is in its proper position In this configuration the electrical contact outlet is engaged and the steering bar is locked in the work position If the safety protect...

Page 22: ...22 AmeriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual Figure 11 a b ...

Page 23: ...Bar Release To release the steering bar Figure 12 a lift the red plastic safety protective cover Figure 12 b Release the red pedal Figure 13 b and push the steering bar Figure 13 a forward as shown by the arrow Figure 13 c Figure 12 a b c Figure 13 a b c ...

Page 24: ...e wheelchair brake Insert the key Figure 14 a into the steering bar control panel key slot Figure 14 b and release the emergency STOP button Figure 14 a b 2 Press either the ascend or descend button on the steering bar and move the stair climber under the wheelchair Figure 15 a Figure 15 a b c d e ...

Page 25: ...3 a forward as shown by the arrow Figure 13 c 4 Push the post towards the wheelchair 5 While holding the crossbar Figure 16 e unscrew Figure 16 b the vertical height knob Figure 16 a Push the metallic central pushbutton Figure 16 c and slide the wheelchair clamp assembly Figure 16 d up down on the post until the crossbar is just under the vertical height of the wheelchair handgrips Figure 15 Figur...

Page 26: ...6 Loosen each safety clamp assembly Figure 17 a by turning the locking handwheel counter clockwise Figure 17 b Slide the safety clamp assembly horizontally Figure 17 c until snug against the wheelchair vertical back support posts Figure 17 a b c ...

Page 27: ...ring bar post back to the hooked position Figure 10 b and hook the post to the base 9 Use the base for leverage if required Push the red plastic safety protective cover down onto the post release lever Figure 11 b by foot 10 The machine activates and the green LED on the control panel lights The wheelchair is properly attached and anchored to the stair climber 11 Press downward on thesteering bart...

Page 28: ... is not functioning DO NOT USE the stair climber Call your Authorized Dealer Emergency STOP Check the operation of the emergency STOP button red button on the control panel Press the button the controls should be off line Reset the button by pulling it out WARNING If the emergency STOP button does not function DO NOT USE the stair climber Contact your Authorized Dealer Manual Operation on a Level ...

Page 29: ...st stage of the stairs to travel Press the ascend descend pushbutton Figure 4 a advance on a section of the stairs and release the pushbutton Ensure the gradient indicator Figure 4 c on the steering bar is green gradient under 35 If the indicator is red gradient above 35 it is not possible to travel on that staircase Headrest Adjustment To adjust the headrest Figure 19 a remove it and adjust as re...

Page 30: ...lease your grip on the handle bars while carrying a passenger The person who uses the stair climber determines the stability of the AmeriGlide Stair Climber To avoid unstable conditions adhere to the following guidelines at all times Always place the AmeriGlide Stair Climber so that the transported passenger s shoulders are towards the ascent side If during operation the stair climber does not sto...

Page 31: ...the flight Figure 20 a For staircases with one flight move the AmeriGlide Stair Climber to the center of the staircase front to back with the front parallel with the step For staircases with more than one flight move the AmeriGlide Stair Climber to the center of the staircase front to back with the front parallel with the step To help maneuveraround the base of each flight keep the AmeriGlide Stai...

Page 32: ... Press the descend pushbutton there is a one second delay until the AmeriGlide Stair Climber contacts the first stair Keep the descend pushbutton engaged and travel down the stairs while holding the steering bar firmly with both hands WARNING The small blocks on the tracks can slide on the step edge during operation and when at a standstill Sliding can cause the stair climber to tip over forward U...

Page 33: ...end follow this step Push and turn the AmeriGlide Stair Climber and place it on the edge of the first stair of the next flight see Figure 22 Press the descend pushbutton until the STOP sticker on the base of the AmeriGlide Stair Climber is parallel Figure 21 a to the edge of the first stair Figure 21 b 7 Raise the steering bar Figure 21 c until the tracks touch the lower step Press the descend pus...

Page 34: ...y wheels activate Guide the machine to the edge of the first stair Figure 23 a If you are traveling just one flight position the AmeriGlide Stair Climber in the middle of the flight If there is more than one flight of stairs travel as near to the handrail as possible or near the wall that delimits the stairwell This position makes manual operation on landings easier WARNING Ensure the stair climbe...

Page 35: ...ng operation and when at a standstill Sliding can cause the stair climber to tip over forward Use caution when operating Hold the steering bar firmly with both hands and do not release your grip 3 At the last stair release the ascend pushbutton to stop the AmeriGlide Stair Climber when the STOP sticker on the base is parallel with the stair Figure 24 a and b Put pressure on the steering bar Figure...

Page 36: ...irs and release the wheelchair as described in the section Passenger Release 6 If there is another flight of stairs to ascend follow this step Pull and turn the machine to approach the first stair of the next flight see Figure 25 Ensure that the back edge of the AmeriGlide Stair Climber is parallel with the stairs Press the ascend pushbutton and rise to the next flight or if the final destination ...

Page 37: ...tairClimber ensure it isstable before releasing your hand grip from the steering bar If the stair climber stops during an ascent due to a discharged battery there may be enough power to descend Reverse direction to attempt to bring the passenger to a lower level If it s not possible to descend to a lower floor move the machine by using the supplied manual descent lowering handle Figure 26 a Figure...

Page 38: ...igure 13 b and push the steering bar forward Figure 13 a until the wheelchair touches the floor 2 Pull up on the safety clamp pistons Figure 27 a and swing the red lever Figure 27 b outwards Loosen the safety clamp locking handwheel Figure 28 a Figure 27 a b Figure 28 a 3 Lower the steering bar and reattach it to the chassis 4 Move the AmeriGlide Stair Climber manually ...

Page 39: ...ar on the rear part on the seat back Figure 30 a Figure 29 a Figure 30 a When a horizontal bar is used rotate the safety clamp assembly Figure 31 a which is equipped with a second hole Figure 31 b 90 so that the red hook Figure 31 c grasps the horizontal bar from downwards and not laterally This clamps the wheelchair to the steering bar with the same safety of traditional wheelchairs ...

Page 40: ...emove the setscrew located at each end of the crossbar Figure 31 d and loosen the locking handwheel Figure 31 e Figure 31 a e b f c d 2 Extract the safety clamp Figure 31 a toward the outside Figure 13 f 3 Rotate the safety clamp Figure 32 a 90 Figure 32 b to the left for the left side clamp and to the right for the right side clamp Figure 32 a b c d ...

Page 41: ...mp piston Figure 33 c hook the horizontal bar Figure 33 d using the hook Figure 33 e and release the safety clamp piston Figure 33 c NOTE Ensure that the piston Figure 33 c is placed under the red hook Figure 33 e such that it can t be released from the wheelchair Figure 33 d Figure 33 a c f d b e g 6 Lock the safety clamp assembly by turning the handwheel Figure 33 f 7 Lift the crossbar Figure 33...

Page 42: ...nspect the tracks to ensure they are not worn and do not include marks cuts or excessively worn small blocks 2 Check the wheelchair safety clamp assembly wheelchair crossbar clamp and steering bar connector Ensure these assemblies are intact and in working order 3 The batteries are sealed and are maintenance free Keep them charged at all times Use the supplied electrical cable and plug it into a s...

Page 43: ...43 AmeriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual Maintenance Record Date Time Reason for Call Comments Dealer ...

Page 44: ... before disassembling any electrical component Clean the following external and internal areas to ensure reliable operation 1 Remove the key and the power cable and shut off the power 2 Unscrew the cover screws and remove the cover 3 Clean all dust dirt and any accumulated grease 4 Once complete reconnect the general connector and reassemble the cover ...

Page 45: ...rge the battery 1 Connect the plug to the AmeriGlide Stair Climber Figure 34 2 Connect the other end to a suitable wall outlet 3 The LED will be orange while the battery is charging Wait until the LED is green before unplugging the charger 4 Unplug the charger from the wall outlet and from the AmeriGlide Stair Climber 5 Use the AmeriGlide Stair Climber as per the instructions in this manual WARNIN...

Page 46: ...ergency STOP button pushed in Pull the emergency STOP button out Discharged battery Recharge the battery Battery discharges immediately after charging Replace the battery Safety protective cover not locked down Lock down safety protective cover Disposal of Parts and Materials Rubber and Plastic Materials Disposal Place all materials for disposal in clean containers and transfer them to authorized ...

Page 47: ...47 AmeriGlide Stair Climber Owner s Manual 9 DETAILED DRAWINGS Figures 35 and 36 provided detailed drawings of the AmeriGlide Stair Climber Figure 35 42 ...

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