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- Page 3 Unfolding the Mobile Stairlift Helix 8.1 Folding The Helix For Storage or Transportation 8.2 - Installing the Seat Cushion 8.3 - Ascending a Staircase With the Mobile Stairlift Helix 8.4 - Descending a Staircase With the Mobile Stairlift Helix Proper Disposal 10.0...
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Page 4: Indications For Use
Improper usage of this device can cause injury to the rider or operator. The Helix must only be operated as described in this manual. Do not modify the Helix or any of its components unless you are a Certified Mobile Stairlift Technician, as modifications can result in unpredictable performance and result in injury to the rider or operator. -
Page 5: Unpacking The Device
1.2 General Description / Intended Use The Mobile Stairlift Helix is intended as a transport device for a human occupant in a seated position to be taken up or down flights of stairs. The occupant should be secured in the chair by restraints for their safety and the safety of the operator. - Page 6 2.0-2.1 2.0 Symbols and Definitions Used in this Manual Consult instructions for use. General Warning of any possible damages, bodily injury, or even death resulting from incorrect use or carelessness. (See Section 2.1 for more information) Caution to alert the reader to hazardous situations and if instructions are not properly followed could result in minor or moderate injury to the user or occupant.
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Page 7: Safety Precautions
2.2 Safety Precautions Read this entire user manual before using the Mobile Stairlift Helix, and use the Stairlift only as described in this manual. Always make sure that the chair is locked in the unfolded position before use. An unlocked chair may fold during use causing injury. -
Page 8: Warranty
4.0 Mobile Stairlift Helix Features • This Helix is used for carrying one person across level surfaces and up or down stairs. • The Helix can be folded into a smaller size for transporting. •... -
Page 9: Technical Specifications
4.0-5.0 • The unit comes with a detachable headrest and head restraint. • The unit is made of high-strength aluminum alloy materials. • The battery level is shown on the handlebar control panel when the unit is turned on. • The seat is detachable for cleaning and storage;... - Page 10 Thick rubber and an inner reinforcing rib the rider sits. Push the bar up while pulling up make the treads last longer, and the anti- on the seat to fold the chair for storage. slide ribs make the Helix safer.
- Page 11 6.2 Side View of Stairlift Handlebar Lock Tracks Front Handles Back Wheels Front Wheels TRACK RELEASE LEVER WHEEL LOCKS Press this lever to release the tracks. The Foot brakes are located behind the two back pneumatic pistons will extend the tracks wheels.
- Page 12 7.0 Stairlift Battery The Mobile Stairlift Helix sometimes ships with a partial charge, so check the battery level before using the unit to transport a passenger up or down stairs. There are two indicators. One on the battery (Fig.
- Page 13 8.0 Unfolding The Mobile Stairlift Helix Chair Unbuckle the safety belt, which STEP 1 will be fastened around the unit from shipping.
- Page 14 8.1 Folding The Stairlift for Storage or Transport STEP 1 STEP 2 Push the main chair lock bar down Lock the wheels, unbuckle the seatbelt, and clear and forward the seat. NOTE: The chair, when folded, does not lock into position like it does when expanded.
- Page 15 8.2-8.3 8.2 Installing the Seat Cushion Remove the standard cushion STEP 1 but pulling on an edge to dislodge the velcro. Align the velcro strips on the new STEP 2 velcro pad with the velcro strips on the seat, and press until the velcro is secure.
- Page 16 Stand behind the stairlift and back it up until the treads are STEP 2 approximately 10 inches from the bottom stair. Lock the back wheels by STEP 3 pressing down on each wheel lock with your foot. Extend the tracks by pressing STEP 4 on the track release button, and pulling the tracks out.
- Page 17 Rotate the knob, and pull the handlebar up until it locks into STEP 5 place. Please note: it is recommended that you raise the handlebar as high as comfortably possible for maximum leverage. Press the power button on the STEP 6 handlebar control panel to turn the unit on.
- Page 18 Lean the chair back until the STEP 8 treads are resting on the bottom stairs. Press the up button on the control panel and begin walking STEP 9 backwards up the stairs with the chair. As you move up the curved staircase, press the handlebars down towards the stairs for the duration of your climb.
- Page 19 STEP 11 When you reach the top of the stairs, continue to hold the up button while moving back on the landing with the stairlift balanced at an angle on the bottom of the tracks until the front wheels have cleared the edge of the landing.
- Page 20 8.3-8.4 STEP 14 Unlock the wheels to roll to the desired location. 8.4 Descending a Staircase With The Stairlift Move the rider onto the seat, STEP 1 and secure them with the safety belt. Move towards the staircase and stop when the front wheels STEP 2 are a few inches from the top stair, and lock the wheels by...
- Page 21 Extend the tracks by pressing STEP 3 on the track release button, and pulling the tracks out. Rotate the knob, and pull the handlebar up until it locks into place. Please note: it STEP 4 is recommended that you raise the handlebar as high as comfortably possible for maximum leverage.
- Page 22 STEP 6 Check the battery level on the front of the control panel. If it is below 50%, charge the battery for at least 2 hours. If the battery is sufficiently charged, proceed to the next step. Lean the handlebar back until the treads are at the STEP 7 approximate angle of the...
- Page 23 Hold the down button and press STEP 9 the handlebar towards the stairs for the duration of the descent. It is especially important to press the handlebars down and guide them towards the direction of the stairs when going around a curved staircase.
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Page 24: Proper Disposal
8.4-9.0 Retract the tracks by pressing STEP 12 the track lock lever and pressing them towards the main frame of the chair. Unfold the back handles until STEP 13 they lock into place and then unlock the wheels to roll to the desired location. -
Page 25: Care And Cleaning Instructions
10.0-11.0 10.0 Care and Cleaning Instructions • To clean the chair, use a clean cloth or soft brush with warm clean water. • Dry completely before use. • Do not use products that have bleach or phenolic cleaners. • Avoid over-saturation or leaving the chair wet for any amount of time. •... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
The device label will also show the serial number and the date manufactured 13.0 Device Label Indications for Use: The Mobile Stairlift Helix is a manual transport device. The Stairlift transports the body in a seated, upright position up or down a set of stairs. The chair holds adult, adolescent, or child occupants who can remain seated in the chair while secured by the patient restraints. - Page 27 Will this work on carpeted stairs? How about Wood, Cement, etc.? Yes, the Helix is made to work on all surfaces. On carpeted stairs, the carpet must be fully attached to the stairs. It will not work with unattached carpets: the tracks will not be able to grip properly and may slip during use.
- Page 28 15.0 15.0 Instructional Video Link Scan with your smartphone camera to view the Mobile Stairlift Helix Instructional Video! or visit: www.MobileStairlift.com/Helix...
- Page 29 WARRANTY 16.0...
- Page 30 WWW.MOBILESTAIRLIFT.COM...
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