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This instruction manual applies to the following Swiss-Trac models:
Information for specialist dealers: During the first commissioning and the annual
maintenance stipulated by the manufacturer, the proof of maintenance on page
30 has to be stamped.
More information online: On our website you can find videos for the handling of the
Swiss-Trac, documentation on the available accessories, addresses of our specialist
dealers and much more:
The Swiss-Trac tractor for manual wheelchairs mod. SWT-1, SWT-1S, SWT-1HD and SWT-2
described in this instruction manual comply with the Directive 93/42/EEC and
correspond to Swiss regulations for medical products (MepV).
Medical appliance number Germany: 18.99.04.0020
English, Version 5.2
Model SWT-1
SWT-1 from series H onwards, SWT-1HD, SWT-1S, and SWT-2.
www.swisstrac.ch
Model SWT-2
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Summary of Contents for Swiss-Trac H Series
- Page 1 Swiss-Trac, documentation on the available accessories, addresses of our specialist dealers and much more: www.swisstrac.ch The Swiss-Trac tractor for manual wheelchairs mod. SWT-1, SWT-1S, SWT-1HD and SWT-2 described in this instruction manual comply with the Directive 93/42/EEC and correspond to Swiss regulations for medical products (MepV).
- Page 3 Please also observe the safety instructions in the instruction manual of your wheelchair. On our website you can find videos for the handling of the Swiss-Trac, documenta- tion on the available accessories, addresses of our specialist dealers and much more: www.swisstrac.ch...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Content Safety Safety Instructions Product Description Overview Checking the Bracket on the Wheelchair Driving Control Panel and Handling Attach and Detach On-Road and Off-Road Driving Brakes Turns and Turning Radius Passing Ledges and Obstacles Driving Assistance Batteries, Battery Display Batteries Range, Charging the Batteries Maintenance when Not in Use In the Car... -
Page 6: Safety
If the incline is too steep or the trailing load too great, a beep signal is sounded and the Swiss-Trac automatically slows down. Reduce the speed immediately using the gas stick, otherwise the Swiss-Trac will switch off within a few seconds and must be turned off and on again using the ignition key. Please avoid overstressing the Swiss-Trac in this way, as its service life will be reduced. - Page 7 2 red rear lights on the back of the wheelchair. Road Safety and Liability The Swiss-Trac is an auxiliary drive for wheelchairs and can be driven in pedestrian areas at walking speed. Please follow the current traffic regulations. We recommend taking out liability insurance.
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Page 8: Overview
Overview Product Description Handlebars Control Panel Crane Eyelet Steering Handle Lock Steering Tube Luggage Carrier Headlight Lever Bracket* Drawbar** Bumper Rear Wheel (Drive Wheel) Front Wheel * Different parts for the bracket are required depending on the type of wheelchair. ** Different types of drawbars are available. -
Page 9: Checking The Bracket On The Wheelchair
Front wheels of wheelchair on the ground C Ground – Drawbar bearing: 15 cm D Ground – Bracket: Straight drawbar 20 – 22 cm Bent drawbar 25 – 28 cm All 4 Swiss-Trac wheels on the ground E Ground– Wheelchair front wheel: at least 5 cm... -
Page 10: Driving
Insert the key into the ignition switch on the control panel and turn it to the right. After turning, the control light ignites and signals that Swiss-Trac is ready to be driven. → Do not operate the gas stick during startup / ignition. Otherwise, the procedure described above has to be repeated after a short waiting time. -
Page 11: Attach And Detach
2. Hold the handlebars with both hands and tilt the Swiss-Trac until the drawbar is at the level of the bracket on the wheelchair and the control panel is just above your knees. -
Page 12: On-Road And Off-Road Driving
Take your time for the first attempts at driving. Operate the gas stick carefully and avoid driving around tight corners. → Before driving, check that the brakes are released on both the Swiss-Trac and wheelchair. Extensive driving instructions are provided by your specialist dealer. -
Page 13: Turns And Turning Radius
Driving Do not be startled if the Swiss-Trac rolls backwards slowly when you stop on a hill. This is a controlled process which does not impose a risk. You can react to this by slightly accelerating forwards. → If you intend to stop with the tractor for a longer period of time, you can utilize the handbrake to secure the combination. -
Page 14: Passing Ledges And Obstacles
Approach the ledge slowly and as perpendicular as possible. Start to lift the handle slightly, so that the front wheels of the Swiss-Trac are raised a little above the ground. As soon as the front wheels of the Swiss-Trac touch the ledge, push the handlebars hard forwards with both hands and accelerate briefly. - Page 15 Driving Downwards Approach the ledge slowly and at a right angle until the front wheels of the Swiss-Trac reach over the edge. Then push the handlebar hard for- wards until the front wheels touch the ground below. → The front wheels of the Swiss-Trac must touch the ground below before the rear wheels.
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Page 16: Driving Assistance
For persons with limited functionality of the upper extremities and less strength in arms and hands, this makes driving longer distances with the Swiss-Trac possible. Drawbar without Driving Assistance... -
Page 17: Batteries
Batteries Batteries The AGM lead-acid batteries (dry-cell batteries) used for the Swiss-Tracs are of high quality. They are leakproof and meet the current requirements for safety and environ- mental compatibility. They also meet the current IATA / ICAO special provision A67 requirements and are approved for air transport. -
Page 18: Range, Charging The Batteries
Batteries Range The range of the Swiss-Trac with fully charged batteries depends on several factors, such as weight, tyre equipment, gradient and the batteries’ capacity. On flat routes with an average speed of 5 km/h, a distance of about 30 km or more can be driven. -
Page 19: Maintenance When Not In Use
Batteries Maintenance when Not in Use When the Swiss-Trac is not in use, it is recommended to charge the batteries every 4 to 5 weeks. If lead-acid batteries are not used over several months, the battery capacity decreases due to self-discharge. To avoid this, charge the batteries completely prior to storage and proceed as follows to remove the main fuse: 1. -
Page 20: Transport
2. Ensure the fast / slow toggle switch is on level 1. 3. Drive the Swiss-Trac backwards onto the loading ramps on speed level 1 until all 4 wheels are located on the ramps. 4. Loosen the lever screw of the steering handle while the Swiss-Trac is slightly rolling downwards again (see p. - Page 21 Swiss-Trac, push downwards lightly on the steering handle above the drive wheels. 4. When the Swiss-Trac comes to a halt on the bottom of the loading ramps, swing the steering handle upwards and tighten the lever on the steering handle.
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Page 22: In Public Transport, On Planes
→ In case of doubt, clarify the precise procedure with the transport service. On Planes As a rule, all big airlines transport the Swiss-Trac free of charge as an accessory of the wheelchair. On our website you can find a leaflet with travel information and a confirmation that the utilized batteries meet the current requirements of the "ICAO... -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance and Cleaning Keep the Swiss-Trac and the wheelchair safe to operate. To guarantee your safety, the Swiss-Trac and its accessories have to be periodically inspected and main- tained. The inspection and maintenance has to be carried out by an authorised specialist dealer at least once a year. -
Page 24: Tyre Equipment
5. Put the inner tube into the tyre and fill it slightly before further assembly. → Make sure that the valve is not placed above a wheel nut. 6. Assemble the wheel and attach it to the Swiss-Trac. Only now should the tyre be fully inflated. -
Page 25: Headlight
Used parts must not be used in a new Swiss-Trac. According to the modern state of the art, the Swiss-Trac has a service life of between 5 and 10 years. At the end of this period, it can be returned to your Swiss-Trac specialist dealer for professional recycling. -
Page 26: Annex
Annex Technical Data SWT-1 SWT-1S Model Safety TÜV tested according to N12184:1999 Medical aid Nr (GER) 18.99.04.0020 18.99.04.0020 Range over 30 km on flat routes over 30 km on flat routes Speed Continuously up to 6 km/h Continuously up to 9 km/h Max. - Page 27 Annex SWT-1HD SWT-2 Model Safety TÜV tested according to N12184:1999 Medical aid Nr (GER) 18.99.04.0020 18.99.04.0020 Range over 30 km on flat routes About 20 km on flat routes Speed Continuously up to 6 km/h Continuously up to 6 km/h Max.
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Page 28: Optical And Acoustic Error Display
• undervoltage or overvoltage of the batteries • the motor controller is defective • the Swiss-Trac has been turned off by means of the key. This is a precautionary measure, indicating a possible unintentional shutdown of the Swiss-Trac. In this case, no procedures are necessary. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
After a short time, the Pull out charging plug on After If error cannot be charger lights up (or flashes the Swiss-Trac and plug it in removal rectified in red) with "Error" again. This may have to be repeated a few times... -
Page 30: Warranty, Liability And Ce Conformity Declaration
Subsequent costs of any kind, such as freight and wage costs, expenses and so on, are explicitly not covered. The Swiss-Trac is a high-quality product that meets current safety requirements. The company ATEC Ingenieurbüro AG as the manufacturer is not liable if the Swiss-Trac and its accessories • were misused •... -
Page 31: Accessories
Annex Accessories Supplies include the external charger and the loading ramps, as well as the bracket for the wheelchair. The following accessories are available through your specialist dealer. Gas Stick variants with Driving assistances 50 AH batteries ball, for quadriplegics (see p. -
Page 32: Proof Of Maintenance
Annex Proof of Maintenance The tractor must be checked by a specialist dealer at least every 12 months. Cost carriers generally assume the cost of annual maintenance at your dealer. Recommended maintenance Commissioning Specialist dealer’s stamp: Specialist dealer’s stamp: Place, Date: Serial-No.: Date: Signature: Signature:... - Page 33 Annex Recommended maintenance Recommended maintenance Specialist dealer’s stamp: Specialist dealer’s stamp: Place, Date: Place, Date: Signature: Signature: Recommended maintenance Recommended maintenance Specialist dealer’s stamp: Specialist dealer’s stamp: Place, Date: Place, Date: Signature: Signature: Recommended maintenance Recommended maintenance Specialist dealer’s stamp: Specialist dealer’s stamp: Place, Date: Place, Date:...
- Page 34 Notes...
- Page 36 Your Swiss-Trac specialist dealer More information online On our website you can find videos for the handling of the Swiss-Trac, documentation on the available accessories, addresses of our specialist dealers and much more: www.swisstrac.ch...
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