Liftkar PT-S 130 Instruction Manual page 38

7. The Liftkar PT now lifts upwards and the first thing you notice is a slight pull
forwards which lasts for a few seconds. When the highest point is reached the
Liftkar PT is balanced again. After the highest point has been passed the
Liftkar PT moves backwards and gradually places its main wheels on the next
step. Keep pressing the switch until the single-step mode control switches off
the unit when the lifting frame and support wheels are fully retracted.
Note 2: When the Liftkar PT moves backwards, shortly before it lands on the next step,
the change in load applies a force to the rear, i.e. towards the operator. Try to cushion
this pressure with the crossbar on your leg or hip. Your body cushions the weight. You
only need to use your arms and hands to stabilise and ensure that the stairclimber cannot
tilt forwards. Hardly any force is required if the operator is able to apply this method of
operation. Please note though that it is essential that you always have one hand on the
handle, even while the weight is leaning against you.
8. Now you can move the Liftkar PT back to the next step and repeat the same
procedure.
9. When you reach the last step the handle
continues to rise because, although you have
reached the end of the stairs, the stairclimber
is still ascending. In places where there is not
much space, on small landings for example, it
is not always possible to keep the unit
balanced because there may not be enough
space behind you. To get around this problem
it is necessary to tilt the Liftkar PT forwards -
out of balance - so there will be a slight pull
forwards. In
recommends placing the crossbar under your
arm (photo 3) or sticking your elbow as a block
through the handle uprights (photo 4). Using
your arm as support you can draw the Liftkar
PT very close to your body. Then you only
need a very small area to turn and continue to
the next flight of steps.
such a situation
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