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User manual

Minivator Limited82 First AvenuePensnett EstateKingswinfordWest Midlands DY6 7FJEngland

Tel: +44 (0)1384 405710Fax: +44 (0)1384 408719Email: [email protected]

www.minivator.co.uk

Thank you for choosing a Minivatorstairlift. Please read these operatinginstructions carefully. Your Minivatorstairlift has been designed and builtwith careful attention to detail. In orderto obtain many years of trouble free useplease follow the instructions, payingparticular attention to the care andmaintenance requirements. Minivatorrecommend that you do not undertakeany maintenance tasks other than theroutine care and cleaning explained in thishandbook.

Please contact your Minivator dealer or ourCustomer Service Department in the UnitedKingdom on 01384 408700 if your stairliftrequires attention and we would bepleased to help you.

British StandardsMinivator has been accredited asconforming to the international standardof manufacturing, recognised by theaward of ISO 9001.

All Minivator stairlifts are built andtested to conform to the British Standardfor stairlifts (BS5776) :1996 as well as ISO9386-2. They also carry the CE mark.

Minivator are audited regularly toensure we continue to conform to ISO 9001 and this provides you withthe assurance of using a high qualityand well manufactured product.

Features of your Minivator Simplicity 950

Introduction 1

British Standards 1

Features of your 2Minivator Simplicity 950

Operating your 3Minivator Simplicity 950

Key switch 3

on/off switch 3

Diagnosic display 3

Operating lever 4

Hand control 5

Folding your stairlift 5

Operating the swivel 6

Hinged track - powered (optional) 7

Emergency hand winding instructions 8

Trapped articles 8

Safety and servicing 9Warnings and precautions 9

Routine care and cleaning 10Battery care and charging 10

Care and cleaning 10

Appendix 1 11– Wiring diagram

Appendix 2 12– Certificate of conformity

Appendix 3 13– Diagnostic display

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Introduction

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Folding seat

Swivel seat

Infra red remote control

Folding footrest with safety edges

Simple to operate key switch control

Folding armrests

Diagnostic display

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Operating your Minivator Simplicity 950Operating your Minivator Simplicity 950

Your Minivator stairlift is fitted with a keyswitch (Figure 2).The stairlift cannot be operated unlessthe key is inserted and turned to the onposition.

The keyswitch is provided to enableyou to lock the stairlift to prevent itbeing used by others (for examplechildren).

However, it can be left in the on positionif desired.

If you remove your key for safetyreasons, please ensure you put it in asafe place.

If the keyswitch is turned off the lift willcontinue to charge.

As well as a key switch your stairlift is fittedwith an on/off switch (Figure 3) on thebottom, side panel of the lift.

Ensure that this is left in the ‘ON’position. The fault diagnosis displaypanel will be illuminated to indicate this.

If you intend to be away from home for along period, and decide to switch off themains supply, it is important that you alsoswitch off the lift from this on/off switch.

This will ensure that the lift batteries willremain charged while you are away.

Operating leverBefore using your stairlift, MOSTIMPORTANTLY please ensure the stairs areclear of other people, pets or any objectswhich may obstruct your stairlift. Thennext, ensure that the arms, footplate andseat are folded down for use to ensureyour safety. (Figure 4).

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR STAIRLIFT ALWAYS FASTEN YOUR LAP BELT.

Your Minivator stairlift is operated bysimply pressing and holding the operatinglever in the direction you wish to travel(Figure 5). The stairlift will automaticallystop when the switch is released or thestairlift has reached the end of its travel.

PLEASE NOTE:In the interest of safety, initial activationof the stairlift is delayed by 1 second frompressing and holding the operating lever,to avoid accidental operation. If the switchis released while the lift is in motion, thelift will stop and a delay of 1 second willoccur before the switch will re-start the lift.

When changing the direction of travel thedelay will be 3 seconds before the liftbegins to move.

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Diagnostic display

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The stairlift is fitted with a diagnostic display(Figure 3) that displays a code to helpdiagnose faults. Refer to Appendix 3 for anexplanation of the diagnostic codes. If youshould experience a problem with your liftplease examine the display and make a noteof any codes that are displayed. Pleaseinform the customer services operator ofthese codes when reporting any faults.


The hand control (Figure 6) is used to callthe lift to either the top/bottom of thestairs or to operate a powered foldinghinge where fitted. The control may alsobe used by an attendant control wherethe user is unable to operate the stairliftthemselves.

The attendant should always remain offthe staircase until the stairlift isstationary.

Your Minivator Simpicity 950 seat,armrests and footrest can be folded toallow easier passage up and down stairswhen it is not in use (Figure 7).

SAFETY PRECAUTION!

ALWAYS RETURN THE STAIRLIFT TO ITSSTOWED POSITION. I.E. WITH ARMRESTS,SEAT AND FOOTREST FOLDED AND THECHAIR PARALLEL TO THE TRACK ASSHOWN IN FIGURE 7, SO THAT EXITS ARENOT OBSTRUCTED.

Operating the swivel.A swivel seat is provided to enable you tomount/dismount the seat more easily atthe top of the stairs by swivelling you onto the landing.

To operate the seat swivel, wait untilthe stairlift has stopped.

To swivel the seat hold the swivel leverdown (Figure 8). When the seat reaches90 degrees it will lock in position.

You should not attempt to leave the seatuntil it has firmly ‘clicked’ into its lockedposition (Figure 9).

To swivel in the opposite direction followthe same procedure.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

NEVERSwivel the seat without the lap beltfastened.

NEVERMount or dismount the swivel seat unlessit is locked in position.

NEVERTry to operate the swivel seat whilst thestairlift is in motion. (As a safety precaution,should you try to use it whilst the lift is inmotion, it will cause the lift to stop).

ALWAYSUse the swivel seat to travel up or downthe staircase in the correct position (i.e.facing directly across the staircase).

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Hand control Folding your stairlift

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In some installations a hinged track optionmay be necessary, usually to move thetrack out of the way of the doorway atthe foot of the stairs. The hinged track isfully automatic in operation and willfunction as follows:

Going up the stairsMount the stairlift as previously directedand push the operating toggle in the updirection. The stairlift will, after a shortdelay, move up the stairs. Once the lifthas passed the hinged track section it willstop – KEEP THE TOGGLE PRESSED IN THE UP DIRECTION. At this time the hinged track will automatically fold itselfaway. When the hinge is fully folded the stairlift will continue to the top of the stairs.

Going down the stairsMount the stairlift as previously directedand push the operating toggle in thedown direction. The stairlift will, after ashort delay, move down the stairs. Beforethe lift has reached the hinged tracksection it will stop – KEEP THE TOGGLEPRESSED IN THE DOWN DIRECTION. Atthis time the hinged track will automaticallyopen itself. When the hinge is fully openthe stairlift will continue to the bottom ofthe stairs.

Parking the StairliftWHEN THE STAIRLIFT IS NOT IN USE ITSHOULD BE MOVED TO ITS PARK POSITIONSO THAT IT DOES NOT CAUSE ANOBSTRUCTION.

THE STAIRLIFT DOES NOT CHARGE WHEN ITIS PARKED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRS.

To park the stairlift, press and hold the P button on the handset (Figure 10). Thelift will travel up the stairs to its parkposition and the hinge will automaticallyfold itself.

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Hinged trackpowered (optional)

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WARNINGBEFORE YOU OPERATE THE HINGEDTRACK PLEASE CHECK FOR OBSTACLES.

Before raising the manual hinged trackpark the stairlift on the charge points,above the hinge, or at the top of thestairs.

Your stairlift will not work unless thetrack has been lowered.

Hinged trackmanual (optional)

In the unlikely event that the lift has atotal power failure or runs on to the finaltrack stops there is an emergency handwinding procedure. Please follow thesesteps:

1. Switch off the stairlift with the key.

2. Insert the emergency hand windingknob (Figure 11).

3. Turn the knob in the directionindicated for the required movement.

4. When the desired position is reachedremove the hand winder and switchthe lift on.

If in any doubt contact your localMinivator approved dealer or ringMinivator direct on 01384 408700

Your stairlift is fitted with safety edges on the bottom of the footrest and on thelift itself that will stop the stairlift shouldany article become trapped by the footrest (Figure 12).

To remove the article reverse the stairliftaway from the object then have theobject removed from the staircase.Proceed on your stairlift as normal.

Emergency handwinding instructions

Trapped articles

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Your Minivator stairlift is battery poweredand will continue to work for a period oftime even if you have a power cut. Youshould normally be able to travel up anddown the stairs at least 10 times withoutneeding to charge the batteries, howeveryou should always ensure that there issufficient lighting to allow safe travel,especially at each end of the track whereyou get on and off the lift.

Your stairlift is fitted with a continuouscharging system such that the batterieswill charge at any point that it is parkedat. If the stairlift makes a beeping noisewhen it is not in use IT IS NOT CHARGING.Please check that the power supply forthe stairlift is switched on. If it is switchedon and the beeping continues pleasecontact your dealer or the MinivatorService Department on 01384 408700.

Before cleaning any part of yourMinivator stairlift, please ensure you haveremoved the key.

The Minivator stairlift is manufacturedfrom a variety of materials, all with easy“wipe clean” surfaces. The seat and bodycovers can be wiped over with a damp,NOT WET, cloth and a small quantity ofwashing up liquid.

PLEASE DO NOT use abrasive cleaners,bleach or solvent based cleaners, as thesewill damage the seat.

To clean the track, first send the stairliftto the top of the stairs. The track can becleaned with a damp cloth. When most ofthe track is clean, move the stairlift to thebottom of the stairs and finish cleaningthe track making sure that none of thecleaning debris falls on to it.

To maintain your Minivator stairlift ingood mechanical order, it is recommendedthat regular services are carried out byqualified service engineers.

Battery care and charging

Care and cleaning

Safety and servicing Routine care and cleaningWe advise that your stairlift is serviced after the first 12 months and thereafter AT LEAST EVERY12 MONTHS.

This work must be carried out by a competent person, i.e. a Minivator approved dealer.

If in doubt, please contact the Minivator Service Department on 01384 408700.

If you own your stairlift and no longer require it your dealer or Minivator may be interested inpurchasing it.

Warnings and precautionsNEVERAllow more than one person to use the stairlift at any one time.The maximum carrying capacity is 120kg (19 stone/265lb).

NEVERAllow children to play on or with the stairlift.

NEVERAllow water to come into contact with the components in the stairlift. If you have totransport liquids DO SO WITH CARE.

NEVERPlace objects in the track, or leave objects on the stairs, where they could come intocontact with the lift in operation. Your stairlift is fitted with sensitive side edges andundertray on the footplate, which will automatically stop the lift if it detects anyobstructions.

NEVERUse the stairlift without using the lap belt, or any other safety belts or harnesses fitted.

NEVERUse the stairlift in a standing position.

ALWAYSKeep your FEET ON THE FOOTPLATE whilst the stairlift is in motion, and try to avoid yourfeet hanging over the edges of the footplate.

NEVERSwivel the seat until the lift has come to a stop at the top or bottom of the staircase.

ALWAYSFold the chair when it is not in use, to avoid obstructing exits.

Appendix 2 – Certificate of conformityAppendix 1 – Wiring diagram

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Minivator Ltdof

82 First AvenuePensnett EstateKingswinford

West MidlandsDY6 7FJ, England.

Declare under our sole responsibility that the product

Minivator Simplicity 950 Stairlift

has been manufactured in conformity with the following standards and specification:-

BS5776:1996 Powered Stairlifts

To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following national standards:

Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EECLow Voltage Directive – 73/23/EECMachinery Directive – 98/37/EEC

Signed:

Name: G. Welch

Date:

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Appendix 3 - Diagnostic display

Code:None

Meaning:No display.

Self help action:Press the toggle switch and see ifdisplay comes on. Check that the mainpower switch on the lift is turned on.If this does not clear the fault, contactyour dealer or Minivator.

Code:1

Meaning:Requires charge.

Self help action:The stairlift batteries require charging.Drive the lift to the charge contacts –if the 'Okay' code does not showcontact your dealer or Minivator.

Code:Okay

Meaning:Okay.

Self help action:Contact your dealer or Minivator.

Code:0

Meaning:Final limit activated.

Self help action:Check that the keyswitch is on andseat is fully swivelled to the driveposition. If this does not clear thefault, contact your dealer or Minivator.

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Meaning:Safety edge (up/downdirection) activated –footplate.


4Code:5

Meaning:Ends limit activated.


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Code:7

Meaning:Batteries approachingcritical level.

Self help action:The stairlift batteries require charging.Drive the lift to the charge contacts -if the 'Okay' code does not showcontact your dealer or Minivator.

7Code:9

Meaning:Shows when toggleswitch is activated indown/up direction.

Self help action:N/A.

Code:6

Meaning:A switch is active atpower on i.e. ToggleUp, Toggle Down, IRUp, IR Down or Learn.


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Code:2

Meaning:Off charge.

Self help action:The stairlift is not parked on acharging position. Drive the lift to thecharge contacts – if the 'Okay' codedoes not show contact your dealer orMinivator.

Code:3

Meaning:Ends limit activated.


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Code:A

Meaning:Hinge open.


Code:8

Meaning:Shows when toggleswitch is activated inup/down direction.

Self help action:N/A.

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ACode:b

Meaning:A switch is active atpower on i.e. ToggleUp, Toggle Down, IRUp, IR Down or Learn.


Code:C

Meaning:The IR address (dip switch) does notmatch.


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Meaning:The main power relayis welded closed.


Code:E

Meaning:The main powerrelay did not close.


ECode:F

Meaning:Brake semi-conductorfailed.


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Meaning:Brake not connected.


Code:H

Meaning:The main power relayhas closed early.


HCode:L

Meaning:Current limitexceeded.


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Meaning:Half speed.

Self help action:If permanently showing contact yourdealer or Minivator.

Code:o

Meaning:The main controlboard has a memoryproblem.


Code:P

Meaning:Powered swivel didnot respond.


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Code:r

Meaning:No charge current.

Self help action:Make sure that power supply isswitched on from mains. If it iscontact your dealer or Minivator.

Code:N/A

Meaning:Over current.


Code:U

Meaning:Faulty power supply.


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NOTE: If the display isshowing anything but thefault codes above it requiresresetting.

Drive the lift off the chargecontacts. Turn the main switchon the unit off for 10 secondsand then back on.

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Important information about your stairlift whichshould be completed by the installation engineer.

Installed by: (Company Name)

Serial No

Date of installation

First service due

Dealer Stamp

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