CE-Declaration of conformity The company AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH herewith declares that the products of the stair climbing system escalino were developed and manufac- tured in concordance with the current regulations of the European Union, EEC Guidelines 2007/47/EG and 2006/42/EG.
10 cm for manoeuvring. The minimum platform size of u-shaped stairs depends on factors such as the attendant's height, etc. Your AAT representatives or your authorized dea- ler are happy to advise you. The sticker with the device's serial number is located on the left side of the housing.
Said persons should be able to sit properly without help, otherwise you should secure them with a safety belt. The latter is an accessory available at AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH. In addition, the arms of the person to be transported should not protrude over the arm rests during the transportation process.
escalino Technical data height = 1357 mm height (folded) = 760 mm measurements width without arm rests = 458 mm width with arm rests attached = 518 mm depth with the foot rest = 723 mm climbing frame = 28.2 kg, c-part plus seat = 4.0 kg, weight both arm rests = 1.5 kg, total weight = 33.7 kg maximum lifting capacity...
escalino Standard scope of delivery 1 = charger including instructions 2 = arm rests 3 = climbing unit incl. back rest 4 = C-part plus the user's manual Optional accessories 1 = adjustable foot rest 2 = voltage converter 3 = hip belt 4 = seat belt system incl.
escalino Assembly With a few movements you can assemble the escalino by means of several fixtures and tightening knobs. Disassembly is just as easy. Unfold the back part The back part can be unfolded and put in a vertical position by means of toothed wheels.
escalino Arm rests Insert the arm rests on both sides. Please make sure that the arm rests are completely inserted into their respective holding devices. Depending on the person's size the arm rests may be switched from right to left and vice versa allowing for a wider or narrower seat. Functional check Please check the safety brakes each time before using the device (see chapter 6.4 and 8.5)!
escalino Safety instructions For a safe operation of the escalino it is important that you observe and adhere to all warning signs and instructions in this user’s manual as well as the warning signs and instructions on the device itself. Special information concerning the operation: Due to safety rea- sons the stair climber escalino may not be used on escalators and moving walkways!
If the working elements of the device block, turn the escalino off immediate- Repairs may be done by authorized dealers or the manufacturer only. Please exclusively use AAT Alber parts and accessories. Please note the extensive care and maintenance instructions in chapter Condition of paths, walkways etc.: Please make sure that the paths...
escalino Operation Maximum lifting capacity Please make sure that the maximum lifting capacity of 120 kg is not excee- ded. Membrane keypad With the membrane keypad you can turn the device on and off. Check the batteries' capacity and turn the single step mode on or off. Safety brakes Before operating the escalino check the safety brakes ...
escalino Instruction for operation Before we get to the actual instructions for operation, we would like to intro- duce the escalino's most important components to you. Membrane keypad 6.1.1 ON/OFF key The ON/OFF key on the membrane keypad is the power key to turn the escalino on or off.
escalino 6.2.2 Control light to indicate malfunction Potential malfunction is indicated by a light diode. In case of malfunction, turn the device first off and then on again. If there is still an indication of malfunction, charge the batteries in case of low battery charge.
Please contact your authorized AAT Alber dealer or the manufacturer immediately. Should the brake not kick in, you may under no circumstances use the device. Please contact your authorized dealer or an AAT repre- sentative immediately. 6.4.2...
escalino Transportation of a person with the escalino Please note that the escalino was developed to be operated by one person. Always use both hands when using the device. Only one person may be transported with the escalino! Please practise driving with the escalino on level ground, slopes and climbing up- and downstairs at first without a person sitting in the chair.
escalino Operation on level ground After the person has been properly seated, you may transport him or her ef- fortlessly on level ground (see picture). Make sure that the climbers are pul- led in entirely. You overcome a threshold by pulling the escalino backwards over it. Tilting the stair climbing system To drive on slopes or to climb stairs you must tilt the escalino, which can be done easily by means of the climbers.
escalino Operation on slopes Tilt the escalino slightly backwards and pull in the climbers entirely. For safety reasons we recommend you to ask another person to assist when driving on a slope. 6.8.1 Downhill Drive forward to the edge of the slope. In order to slow down you need to tilt the escalino a bit more, so that the safety brakes are activated.
escalino Climbing upstairs You may only be permitted to transport a person with the escalino, if you have been properly trained in the device’s operation. Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti- vating the single step mode. Please always check the safety brakes before each use (see chapter 6.4) The climbing process can be accomplished quickly and without problems if...
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escalino The climbing process takes place in two intervals. Pressing the UP/DOWN switch, direction "UP" to begin the climbing process by moving the climbers downward . Always keep the device under tension during the entire climbing pro- cess, i.e. always pull it slightly backward toward you. After the climbers reach the floor , they assume the load of the main wheels, while the main wheels and the frame ...
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escalino The first interval is finished when the main wheels touch down on the next higher step and resume the load of the climbers. The second interval begins by pulling in the climbers . It is finished when the climbers reach their topmost position. Because the escalino is always pulled slightly backward, it rolls automatical- ly to the next step and reaches the initial position again - both main wheels touch the next step.
escalino 6.10 Climbing downstairs escalino, if You may only be permitted to transport a person with the you have been properly trained in the device’s operation. Please always practice climbing stairs without a person and by acti- vating the single step mode. Please always check the safety brakes before each use (see chapter 6.4 and 8.6) The climbing process can be accomplished quickly and without problems if...
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escalino Press the UP/DOWN switch, direction "DOWN" and the descending process begins. The drive retracts the climbers downward and touch down on the next lo- wer step. When the climbers reach the next lower step they assume the load of the main wheels, while those plus the climbing frame are lifted off the higher step ...
escalino Now the main wheels and the climbing frame are moved forward - away from the operator. Afterwards the main wheels and the frame are lowered by retracting the climbers . This results in a small shift in load distribution, which you will feel at the handle by a slight pull forward.
escalino 6.12 Transport To transport the escalino, please remove the C-part, and the arm rests as described in chapter 3.2. Then you activate the UP/DOWN switch, direction "DOWN", until the climbers touch the floor. At this point you can fold the es- calino as described in chapter 3.1.
Voltage converter for your vehicle We recommend the voltage converter for your vehicle, if you transport the stairclimber escalino in your vehicle. The AAT voltage converter is designed for a 12 V electrical system. This voltage converter transforms 12 V / 24 V di- rect current (D.C.) into 230 V alternating current (A.C.)
Automatic charger The charger does not need any particular maintenance. The scope of delivery includes the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH charger. Plug is inserted into the wall outlet and plug into the socket on the device or the battery pack.
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Exclusively use the AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH voltage conver- ter! Check the voltage converter regularly and protect it from oil, grease, aggressive cleaning agents, thinners and/or damage by sharp edges, etc. Repairs and service check-ups may only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or their authorized personnel.
In such case please have them checked and, if nessesary, replaced by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik or its representative. Damaged batteries you can turn in at designated places for proper recycling. You may also return them to you authorized AAT representative.
12 V supply is low Fuses Within the housing there is a 30 A fuse. If this fuse must be exchanged plea- se contact your authorized dealer. Should your fuses burn out frequently, please contact AAT Alber An- triebstechnik GmbH or you authorized dealer.
is 1 mm. In case the lining is thinner than 1 mm, the li- ning must be exchanged on both sides. Please contact AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer. Please check the safety brakes before each use of the escalino (see also chapter 4.3 and 6.4).
Recycling Your escalino and its battery pack are long-lasting products. However, once they are old, you can return the components to AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH or your authorized dealer for recycling. The law concerning electronic devices (ElektroG) and their recycling has been issued on March 24, 2005.
Warranty and liability Warranty AAT Alber Antriebstechnik GmbH grants a warranty of two years for all its products of type escalino including all its accessory parts (with the exception of the sealed lead acid batteries). The warranty begins at the date of purcha- se and covers failure of material and errors in manufacturing.