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Ideen bewegen mehr www.aat-online.de c-max C1414 / C1611 Translation of the original user manual 2018-04 (1.1)
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Customer service at its best With our professional service concept Spare parts Show room & exhibition devices AAT proves once again its superior qual- Repairs processing Re-use ity standards and offers its clients an all- inclusive package.
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EC Directive 2006/42/EC, 2007/47/EC and 93/42/EC. If any alteration is made to c-max U1 without the agreement of AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH, this declaration shall no longer be valid. This statement is valid only for the products with the article numbers: 300151, 300405.
Table of Contents Symbols and safety instructions Explanation of the symbols on the packaging Explanation of the symbols on the device Product description Device overview..........8 Indication and intended use .
NOTE In the event of visual disability, this user manual can be downloaded at www.aat-online.de/de/bda/c-max-u1 Read the user manual prior to start-up and observe the warning notices and safety instructions. In the event of reading difficulties, training contents must be broadened verbally.
WARNING To avoid being crushed, never reach into rotating/moving parts! DANGER The c-max U1 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 defects or overloading of the c-max U1! Do not use in rain, wet, snow or ice as the restricted braking capacity may cause slipping! Do not use on travelators or escalators as doing so may risk physical injury and/or material damage...
Serial number of the product e.g. c-max U1 C1414XXXXXX / C1611XXXXXX Note on the user manual The user manual must be observed www.aat-online.de 24 V - Electrical voltage / V = Volt Inspection plate for technical safety testing (see Chapter 9.5)
Product description 4.1 Device overview Control unit Handle, adjustable Arm rest, removable Foot rest, foldable C-part with seat Tightening screw for handle Lever with chain drive Climbing leg with climbing foot Safety brake Climbing unit Battery pack with safety interlock Battery display...
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Manufacturer information: For a simplifi ed assignment of the individual components, the numbers listed here are cited in full for the fi rst time in the following chapters. Single step switch ComfortStep ON/OFF switch UP/DOWN switch Safety chip Speed control Rating plate with serial number Steering rollers Wheel...
This user manual is an all-purpose manual for the devices c-max U1 C1414 and c-max U1 C1611 . The stair climbers differ in terms of technology and optics - but not in terms of the application. You can see which version you have by checking the serial number.
WARNING - The approved total weight may not be exceeded because it can lead to malfunction or cause an overload of the c-max U1! NOTE – Observe the technical data. c-max U1 C1414 c-max U1 C1611 Technology Height = min. 1090 mm - max. 1440 mm...
4.6 Scopy of delivery Charger incl. user manual and splash protection Battery pack c-max U1 4.7 Accessories NOTE – Only use AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH accessories. Head rest Charging cable for your vehicle Lap belt Harness belt including lap belt...
Assembly 5.1 Handle unit and C-part with seat DANGER - Lock the handle unit and c-part safely, otherwise parts may move involuntarily! Tighten the locking screws! WARNING - Special care must be taken to avoid crushing or pinching of body parts while assembling. Attach the back rest to the Affix the back rest.
5.3 Arm rests DANGER - The arm rests must not be loaded unevenly as there is a risk of tipping! DANGER - Do not attach any objects (such as bags) to the arm rests! Risk of tipping! WARNING - Never sit on the arm rests or use as a carry handle, as these are not designed for this purpose! WARNING - When using the c-max U1, the occupant’s arms must not protrude beyond the arm rests!
6.1 Adjust the handles WARNING - Always tighten the locking screws, as otherwise parts can suddenly become loose! CAUTION - To avoid injury, beware of pinch points at the notch opening! Release the locking screws Adjust the height of the han- Tighten the locking screws.
6.3 Folding out the foot rest Fold out the foot rest 6.4 Turning on the device Insert safety chip for the Turn c-max engine immobilizer. pressing ON/OFF switch » Safety chip must latch! 6.5 Neutral position Bring climbers into the Wrong! neutral position by pressing the UP/DOWN switch...
6.6 Checking the safety brakes DANGER - Do not use the c-max if the required braking effect (on one side or both sides) is not guaranteed because a reduced braking effect can lead to falling down the stairs. Contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer! WARNING - Check safety brakes without an occupant! Manufacturer’s recommendation:...
6.8 ComfortStep NOTE - If an adjustment of the height of the step is required, please contact the AAT fi eld staff or your authorized dealer! Manufacturer information: Every time you turn on the device, the last used setting will be repro- duced.
Position of the occupant Secure stand of the c-max. Position of the occupant. Turn on c-max by pressing Press the UP/DOWN switch » If necessary fold out the the ON/OFF switch. direction UP. arm rests. » Climbers should touch the »...
Operation DANGER - Operation only by one trained person who is physically and mentally able to safely operate the c-max U1! When using carrier rods (optional accessory), a second person can function as a safeguard during operation. DANGER - No other persons may reside in the danger area below the c-max U1 (except for the person on the carrier rods to safeguard the operation)! DANGER - Check safety brakes before each use! (see Chapter 6.5) WARNING - Wear non-slip shoes to avoid falling down the stairs!
8.1 Drive on level ground / overcoming obstacles NOTE - Climbers may not be extended because they could become damaged! NOTE - Always navigate obstacles backwards to avoid damaging the safety brakes! Set in neutral position (see Driving on level ground. Pull the c-max U1 carefully Chapter 6.4) »...
8.3 Operating on a slope WARNING - For safety reasons we recommend that you ask another person for assistance when driving on a slope! NOTE - Please observe the safety instructions in Chapter 7! Make sure the handles are Tilt the c-max U1 slightly. Climbers have to be retracted adjusted appropriately.
8.4 Climbing - upstairs NOTE - Observe the safety instructions in Chapter 8! Set in neutral position. Tilt the c-max U1 and keep it Drive backwards to the step » Climbers have to be retract- balanced. all the way. ed entirely. Press UP/DOWN switch di- c-max U1 climbs up.
8.5 Climbing - downstairs NOTE - Observe the safety instructions in Chapter 7! DANGER - As soon as the climbers assume the load, you feel tension in the handles. Hold the c-max U1 lower briefl y to counteract this tension! Set in neutral position.
8.6 Laying the device down on the stairs / emergency stop function Lay down the c-max U1. Emergency stop function » Safety brakes prevent from In hazardous situations follow the next steps: rolling down! » 1 - Release the UP/DOWN switch »...
8.8 Transportation WARNING - Please note the weight specifi cations of the several components! (see Chapter 4.4) WARNING - During transportation in vehicles, secure according to the relevant legal regulations! CAUTION – Turn off the c-max U1 while transporting! Dismount the c-max U1 »...
9.1 Battery pack and charger CAUTION - Protect against humidity and never touch with moist hands. This prevents electrical shocks as well as malfunctions! NOTE - Charge the battery pack after each use. NOTE – Protect charger and the voltage converter from oils, greases, aggressive cleaning agents, thinners or damage.
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Charge batteries in a vehicle Turn off the c-max U1. Attach the voltage converter. Turn on the voltage converter. Connect the c-max via the Audio warning = voltage low! charger. LED is red = batteries are LED is green = batteries are charging completely charged...
NOTE - If the foot lining is worn or broken, please have both climbing feet replaced by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer! Check the brake lining of the Please also check the climb- safety brakes regularly ing feet on a regular basis.
9.6 Re-use (change of operator) The term re-use is used when the AAT product of patient X is to be used for another patient Y. Please contact the manufacturer, the AAT field staff or your authorized dealer.
The c-max U1 and its battery are durable products. After expiry of the natural service life, you can return these components to AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their specialist dealers for disposal. The c-max U1 and its batteries must not be disposed of in places that are not intended for this purpose (e.g.
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Turn on the c-max U1. » LEDs are blinking - Contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer! Malfunction codes LED flashes Fault condition Overloaded Undervoltage, battery pack empty Overvoltage Speed control, UP/DOWN switch, plug-in contacts or supply line are defective Electromagnetic brake is defective Malfunction, electronics Error, circuit board (FET)
11 Warranty and liability Warranty AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of two years for the c-max U1, including all its ac- cessory parts (with the exception of the sealed lead acid batteries). The warranty begins at the date of purchase and covers failure of material and errors in manufacturing.