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Summary of Contents for SilverStar BACKPACKER MV
- Page 1 SilverStar ™ BACKPACKER MV www.silverstarmobility.com www.pridemobility.com...
- Page 2 S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this lift and must perform all of the instructions in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the product to identify warnings and important information.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
C O N T E N T S INTRODUCTION ......................... 4 SAFETY ............................5 III. INSTALLATION .......................... 8 IV. OPERATION ..........................13 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................17 VI. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................18 VII. WARRANTY..........................19 APPENDIX I - SPECIFICATIONS ....................20 Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com... -
Page 4: Introduction
Pride is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of the unsafe use of a Backpacker MV Lift System. Pride is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury arising out of the failure of any person... -
Page 5: Safety
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual. Maximum lifting capacity. Do not use as a step. Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition. Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com... - Page 6 Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions. Contains Lead. Wear safety goggles. Disposal and recycling-Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on proper disposal of your Pride product and its packaging. www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV...
- Page 7 S A F E T Y LIFTING CAPABILITIES The Backpacker MV Lift System is designed for a maximum lifting capacity of 350 lbs. (158 kg). Under no circumstances should the Backpacker MV Lift System be made to exceed this weight limit. Subjecting the lift system to the strain of lifting more than it is designed to may cause it to fail, resulting in damage to the mobility device and/or the lift operator.
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Page 8: Installation
NOTE: It may be required to trim the rear inside sill to achieve the adequate platform clearance with the platform under load. 4. Run the Backpacker MV through an entire lift cycle. Lower the platform to the ground and then raise the platform to the fully stowed position in the van. See IV. “Operation.”... - Page 9 WARNING! Never attach the wiring harness to a secondary power source. Do not attempt to use trailer wiring to power the lift Figure 2. Rubber Bushing Location/Installation system. The wiring harness must be connected directly to the vehicle battery. Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com...
- Page 10 I I I . I N S T A L L A T I O N Follow these steps to route the Backpacker MV wiring harness: 1. Route the lift system wiring harness (starting at the lift) through the interior of the vehicle until you reach the vehicle battery.
- Page 11 Figure 5. Onboard Battery Installation (Type II) 4. Connect the male connector on the battery cable to the female connector at the base of the Backpacker MV. 5. Secure the battery cable to the other cables with wire ties.
- Page 12 6. Place the wheel chocks onto the lift platform and secure them with the supplied bolts and nuts. NOTE: Make sure the mobility device is properly secured with the Y-strap before operating the lift or transporting the mobility device. www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV...
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Page 13: Operation
O P E R A T I O N BACKPACKER MV LIFT SYSTEM OPERATION The Backpacker MV Lift System is designed to lift an unoccupied mobility device from the ground and into the cargo area of an SUV, full-sized or mini van for the purpose of easy transport. - Page 14 When you are ready to remove the mobility device from the vehicle, lower the platform to the ground, unfasten the Y-strap, and drive the mobility device off of the platform. Once unloading is complete, return the lift platform into the vehicle. www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV...
- Page 15 MANUAL OVERRIDE OPERATION The Backpacker MV is equipped with a manual override feature that, in the event of a power failure, allows the lift to be manually positioned. Using the supplied tools, it is possible to elevate or lower the platform, raise or lower the tower arm, and move the lift forward or backward.
- Page 16 I V . O P E R A T I O N TOWER ARM HARDWARE HARDWARE Figure 10. Raise Or Lower The Tower Arm Figure 11. Front-To-Back Movement Figure 12. Manual Adjustment Wrench www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV...
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Page 17: Care And Maintenance
NOTE: The chain should have 1 in. (2.5 cm) of deflection when the truck is fully extended contacting the front microswitch. Perform every 30 months: Remove and inspect the pivot bolts on the parallel arms and lubricate or replace as necessary. NOTE: Use only “petroleum-based anti-seize lubricant.” Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Check the wiring harness for signs of wear or decay. Replace the harness if necessary. What if the lift platform does not lower completely to the ground? Check to make sure that the area under the lift platform is free from obstructions. www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV... -
Page 19: Warranty
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. Please fill out and return the product registration card to Pride Mobility Products. This will aid Pride in providing the best possible technical and customer service. Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com... -
Page 20: Appendix I - Specifications
Overall length of your mobility device will vary. Verify that the unit’s wheelbase is equal to or less than 41 in. (104 cm) prior to operation. In addition, verify that the overall length of your mobility device will fit into the rear of your vehicle before stowing. www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV... - Page 21 N O T E S Backpacker MV www.silverstarmobility.com...
- Page 22 N O T E S www.silverstarmobility.com Backpacker MV...
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