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The powerful pushing and braking aid
Translation of the original user manual
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2018-07 (1.1)

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  • Page 1 The powerful pushing and braking aid Translation of the original user manual 2018-07 (1.1)
  • Page 2 AAT service concept Customer service at its best „ Spare parts „ Show room & exhibition devices With our professional service concept AAT proves once again its superior „ Repairs processing „ Re-use quality standards and offers its clients „ Technical advice „...
  • Page 3 EC Directive 2006/42/EC, 2007/47/EC and 93/42/EC. If any alteration is made to v-max without the prior agreement of AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH, this declaration loses its validity.This statement is valid only for the products with the article numbers: 310560.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Symbols and safety instructions ........5 Explanation of the symbols on the packaging .
  • Page 5: Symbols And Safety Instructions

    Training may only be carried out by the manufacturer, the AAT field staff or the qualified specialist shop. CAUTION External heat sources may cause the surface temperature to rise (e.g. sunlight)!
  • Page 6: Explanation Of The Symbols On The Packaging

    WARNING To avoid being crushed, never reach into rotating/moving parts! DANGER v-max 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 an overloading of v-max Avoid driving in heavy rain, ice, snow and on unsurfaced ground (sand, mud, loose crushed rock) to prevent slipping!
  • Page 7: Explanation Of The Symbols On The Device

    EC Directives 2006/42/EC, 2007/47/EC und 93/42/EC Serial number of the product e. g. P3001XXXXXX 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 9.6)
  • Page 8: Product Description

    Product description 4.1 Device overview Manufacturer’s information: For a simplified assignment of the individual components, the numbers listed here are cited in full for the first time in the follow- ing chapters. Operating handle Speed control Pushing grip Rocker switch Power lead Bracket for the drive unit Mega battery pack...
  • Page 9: Indication And Intended Use

    4.2 Indication and intended use The v-max pushing and braking aid allows you to make a manual wheelchair mobile. The accompanying person is thus relieved considerably of physical work. The v-max pushing and braking aid effectively broadens the range of motion for the user. v-max is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
  • Page 10: Technical Data

    4.4 Technical data WARNING - Do not exceed the total permissible weight and the maximum person weight, as this may lead to defects or an overloading of v-max NOTE - Observe the technical data. Technology v-max Drive dimensions Height = 262 mm, Width = min. 600 mm - max. 1010 mm, Depth = 167 mm Drive unit including handles and leads = 13.5 kg;...
  • Page 11: Dimensional Drawing

    >315-1000 ±0,8 In Bearbeitung Datum Name Baugruppe Artikelnummer bearb. 06.10.2017 Kramer 032551 gepr. Benennung v-max+ AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Antrieb kpl. Ehestetter Weg 11 D-72458 Albstadt Zeichnungsnummer Tel.: 07431/1295-0 P3001 02.11.15 Kramer Fax: 07431/1295-36 Zust. Änderung Datum Name www.aat-online.de Ers. für 4.6 Scope of delivery...
  • Page 12: Accessories

    4.7 Accessories NOTE - Only use AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH accessories. Bracket Spoke protector Mega battery pack (additional) Power cable (longer design - 900 mm) Quick-release wheels with drum brake Vehicle voltage converter 12 V / 230 V Anti-tip supports...
  • Page 13: Assembly And Start-Up

    Assembly and start-up 5.1 Quick-release wheels DANGER - Quick-release wheels must lock into place, as they may become detached unexpectedly! If the wheelchair still has the original wheels on, then remove them and attach the pair of wheels with toothed rings that is included in the v-max delivery contents Position the drive wheel and Adapt wheel.
  • Page 14: Drive Unit

    If you have any questions or need to make any changes, please contact your authorised specialised dealer, the AAT field team or the manufacturer. Manufacturer’s Activate the parking brakes to Fully insert the drive unit into prevent the wheelchair from...
  • Page 15: Attaching Operating And Pushing Grip - Standard Handle Attachment

    If your wheelchair is The assembly is carried out Insert the handle into the equipped with a horizontal by the manufacturer, the AAT handle attachment and lock bar, then the handles are field staff or the authorised the locking bolts into place.
  • Page 16: Anti-Tip Supports

    WARNING - Check the anti-tip supports before initial operation to ensure safety! If anti-tip supports are not available on your wheelchair as standard, use AAT anti-tip supports in pairs! The wheelchair bracket determines which anti-tip supports you require. Option 1: Bracket with locking bolts Observe ‘R’...
  • Page 17 DANGER – Avoid driving on slopes with v-max disabled, as there is no braking effect when doing so! GEFAHR – Do not use on escalators or travellators to avoid injuries caused by a crash or the falling out of the occupant and the occurrence of damage to property! WARNING –...
  • Page 18: Driving With V-Max

    6.1 Driving with v-max The battery display skips Green = battery full Yellow = battery low green after switch- » Charge battery! updates in 30 seconds and then shows the actual battery state. Note from the manufacturer: » LED lights up green = Battery charge status between 70- 100% »...
  • Page 19: Overcoming Obstacles

    Emergency stop function When the rocker switch is released, v-max automatically stops on the surface level within 1 metre depending on the weight of the transported person, the ground, the terrain profile, etc. 6.2 Overcoming obstacles NOTE - Never pull on/lift v-max+ handles, as they are not designed for this.
  • Page 20: Operation

    Disassembly Remove v-max from the wheelchair: Perform the installation steps (Chapter 5) performed during the assembly in reverse order: 1. Remove the anti-tip supports (chapter 5.5) 2. Remove the operating and pushing grip (chapter 5.4) 3. Remove drive unit (chapter 5.3) 4.
  • Page 21: Transport

    Care and maintenance WARNING – Repairs and technical safety tests are performed by the manufacturer, the AAT field staff or the authorised specialist shop! NOTE – Perform a visual inspection prior to each start-up! If parts are visibly defective or missing, contact the authorised specialist shop or the manufacturer! NOTE –...
  • Page 22: Battery Pack And Charger

    9.1 Battery pack and charger WARNING – Never short-circuit or connect the poles of the battery pack to avoid electric shocks! CAUTION – During the charging procedure, ensure that cables are laid safely to avoid tripping over them! CAUTION – Do not attempt to repair or bypass defective fuses to avoid electric shocks! CAUTION –...
  • Page 23 LED green = battery full LED orange = battery is approx. 10 hours charging Charge the battery pack in the motor vehicle Disable v-max (see chapter Remove the battery pack. Connect voltage transformer 6.3) and unplug power cable. » Open Velcro and remote and charger.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Fuse

    NOTE - If your fuses burn out frequently, please contact authorised specialist dealer, AAT field team GmbH or the manufacturer. Only use new fuses with 40 Ah! Replacement fuses are available from the manufacturer. Push in fuse drawer. The...
  • Page 25: Cleaning

    9.3 Cleaning WARNING – No moisture must be allowed to enter the interior of the device! This may result in electric shocks! Only use moist cloths. Avoid wet cloths without fail! WARNING – Test all safety-relevant functions after cleaning! WARNING – Do not smoke during cleaning! NOTE –...
  • Page 26: Disposal

    Your v-max and its batteries 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. v-max and its batteries must not be disposed of in places that are not intended for this purpose (e.g.
  • Page 27: Technical Safety Testing

    9.7 Reuse (change in operator) The term reuse is used when the AAT product of patient X is to be used for another patient Y. In addition, there is a reuse when a patient receives a different wheelchair and therefore requires new add-on parts.
  • Page 28: Corrective Action/Recall

    Yes: Charge! v-max cannot be Fuse broken? Yes: Change! switched on Is the problem still present? Yes: Notify the manufacturer, the AAT field staff, the authorised specialist dealer! Is v-max switched on? No: Switch on! Is the problem still present? v-max...
  • Page 29: Warranty And Liability

    AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH assumes the guarantee for the battery pack, provided it is properly maintained, for a period of six months from the date of receipt. The v-max...
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  • Page 32: Serial Number

    AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH Postfach 10 05 60 · 72426 Albstadt · Germany Phone: +49 (0) 74 31 12 95-0 Fax: +49 (0) 74 31 12 95-35 info@aat-online.de · www.aat-online.de Serial number:...

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