mart cart UL 4036 Electric Shopping Cart Owner’s Manual

mart cart UL 4036 Electric Shopping Cart

Product Information

The Mart CartTM is a quality product line of Assembled ProductsTM Corporation. It is an electric shopping cart that incorporates the very latest in technological advances. It is designed to provide the best and safest performance, as well as the longest life.

For more information or assistance, please contact our customer service department at our toll-free number: 1-800-548-3373 or 479-636-5776. You can also visit our website at www.martcart.com.

Product Usage Instructions

Inspection and Service Recommendations

Perform the following inspection and service recommendations on a daily basis and during all service work:

• Check all parts and components of the cart for proper functionality.
• Fix any issues or report them to authorized store/facility personnel.
• Ensure that all parts and configurations are Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to ensure proper safety, warranty compliance, and UL compliance.
• If any part(s) or system does not pass inspection, mark the cart as Out of Service, store it in a location not accessible by store/facility customers, and report it to maintenance personnel/provider.
• Refer to the Daily Maintenance Check List posted on the cart for additional recommendations.

Important Safety Instructions

Before operating the cart, please read and follow these important safety instructions:

• Make sure to read the owner’s manual and technical documentation provided with the cart.
• Contact the manufacturer for specific model instructions to avoid voiding the warranty, affecting the cart’s operation, and risking injury.

Cart Operation

Follow these instructions for operating the cart:

1. Ensure that the cart is secured with a key (if applicable) at the service counter.
2. Check the LED color status to understand the cart’s condition:

sitting in the seat
Green| Off/On rocker switch is set to On position and someone is
sitting in the seat
Off| Battery’s charge is below 2/3 full charge
Off| Battery needs to be charged
Off| Charger is plugged in and battery is being charged
Off| Charger is plugged in and the battery is charged

Note: The specifications mentioned in the manual are subject to change without notice.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please contact our customer service department with the serial number of your cart at our toll- free number: 1-800-548-3373 or 479-636-5776.

Mart Cart™ is a quality product line of Assembled Products™ Corporation

115 E. Linden • Rogers, Arkansas 72756 USA
479-636-5776 • 479-636-3245 fax
1-800-548-3373 www.martcart.com

Important Information

Please read before operation.

CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchased the best electric shopping cart on
the market today. Mart Cart incorporates the very latest in technological advances. To assure you of the best and safest performance as well as longest life, please read the enclosed information. After reading this manual, should you have a service problem or need help, please call our customer service department with the serial number of your cart, at our toll free number: 1-800-548-3373 or 479-636-5776.

DAMAGE: Check the shipping carton for any visible damage. Report the damage to the freight carrier immediately. File
a claim with the carrier if actual damage to your cart has occurred. Check the contents of the carton. The contents should agree with the information listed on the packing
list. Report any discrepancy to the carrier and the factory immediately.

TO ORDER PARTS: Call 1-800-548-3373 or 479-636-5776 or visit www.martcart.com Be sure to give the serial number to the service department personnel. The Mart Cart serial number is located on the seat support tube under the seat as shown in parts list portion of this manual.
TERMS: All parts will be shipped with approved credit card, check in advance or C.O.D. Commercial accounts are allowed 15 day terms from date on invoice with approved credit.
FREIGHT: All freight will be paid by the customer. Special consideration will be given to items under warranty coverage.
ATTENTION: It is the responsibility of the owner of this cart to maintain the cart in a safe and reliable operating condition at all times.
NOTE: Specifications found in this manual are subject to change without notice.

Important Safety Instructions

Please read before operation.

WARNINGS!

• Never attempt to charge the battery in this cart without using an electrical outlet that is protected by a GFCI.
• Replace charging cord if plug is damaged or if the cord is worn or frayed.
• Never use the charging cord without proper grounding. Do not use if plug does not have all 3 prongs.
• Never allow the cart to be used out-of-doors or on any surface that is not level.
• Always disconnect power before servicing.
• See “Daily Maintenance Checklist” and follow instructions.
• Cart can roll. Enter and exit the cart with care.
• Replace parts using only factory-specified, original equipment from the manufacturer for your specific model. Failure to do so may void warranty, affect operation of the cart, and result in injury.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

• New carts will need charging! Charge the cart’s battery for 8 hours prior to first use.
• THIS CART IS FOR USE INDOORS, ON LEVEL SURFACE ONLY.
• DO NOT STAND ON CART. (See “Operating & Warning Instructions” on cart).
• After battery is charged, disconnect power supply cord before operating cart.
• DO NOT exceed the load limitations as shown on the cart.
• Return power cord to the cord storage area when not charging.
• DO NOT allow children to operate or play on cart. Keep cart secured with key (if applicable), at service counter.

Your cart is equipped with the Intelli-Charge™ system. While operating the cart, the LED (Light Emitting Diode) will be solid green until the battery runs lower than 2/3 full charge. It will then turn amber. When the battery charge falls below 11 volts, the LED will begin flashing red. The customer riding the cart should have ample time to return the cart to the charging station before the power is cut off to the motor. When the customer exits the cart, the horn will start beeping in unison with the red flashing LED. This will alert those responsible for maintaining the cart to plug in the charger. When plugged into a 120v AC wall socket, the LED will flash amber and the horn will silence. When charging is complete, the LED will start flashing green. The charger may be left plugged in even longer. It will NOT harm the battery.

• The battery should be charged each night and at every opportunity. The battery is fully charged when the LED on the control box flashes green.
• A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the circuit is required wherever the cart is being charged.
• Before servicing the cart, the battery should be charged to a voltage above the “depletion” level (above 11 volts).
• Never allow the battery to completely “discharge.” This will cause premature battery failure.

Inspection and Service Recommendations

The following list outlines the inspection and service recommendations to be performed on a daily basis and during all service work. While they may not be presented on this list, all parts and components of the cart should be checked
for proper functionality and either fixed or reported to authorized store/facility personnel upon completion of service.

All parts and configurations must be Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to ensure proper safety, warranty compliance, and UL compliance. In the event that any part(s) or system does not pass inspection, the cart should be marked as “Out of Service,” stored in a location not accessible by store/facility customers, and reported to maintenance personnel/provider. Also see “Daily Maintenance Check List” posted on cart and the recommendations below.

• General Condition: Frequency = daily and during service. Check for broken frame, tubes, bumpers (frame and basket), basket, handlebars, covers, and seat. Replace as necessary. Any part or piece that may snag a person or object (such
  as a store display) should be repaired. All mounting screws (e.g. front cover screws) should be checked and replaced as necessary. Repair or replace any component that would cause a potential “Safety Hazard.”

• Charger cord: Frequency = daily and during service. Replace cord if it is worn or frayed, or 3-pronged plug is broken. Replace with OEM cord only. Do not splice. Be sure power outlets provide protection through an operating Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).

• Anti-Tip Casters and Brackets: Frequency = daily and during service. Check for proper distance from the floor (1/8 to 1/2 inch). Check for bracket welds and position (parallel to the floor). Replace caster and/or bracket if broken or bent.

• Seat and Seat Latch: Frequency = daily and during service. Tighten if necessary. If cracks or rust occur, or if seat rocks loosely, replace at once. Ensure that the latch engages properly and that it secures the seat from tilting forward.

• Horn: Frequency = daily and during service. Check for proper functionality and audible level. The horn should activate when pressed or when the cart is moving in reverse.

• Grips: Frequency = daily and during service. Check the grips on the handlebars to ensure that they firmly grip
  the handlebars. The grips should not be easily twisted or removed.

• Seat Switch: Frequency = daily and during service. Ensure that the cart only moves under power when someone is sitting in the seat activating the seat safety switch. Cart must stop when weight is removed from seat.

• Throttle: Frequency = daily and during service. Test for smooth “start,” acceleration, deceleration, and “stop.” Repair if necessary.

• Charger: Frequency = while charging and during service. Check the “inhibit” functionality of the charger. Ensure that the cart does not move under power when plugged into a power outlet and charging the battery.

• Electrical Components: Frequency = during service. Check all wiring to ensure no evidence of fraying, crimps or cuts. Ensure that the harness is lying inside the rear pan and not in a bind or making contact with metal parts or components that could rub through the insulation. Ensure proper fuses are installed. Use only specified fuses (see decal next to fuse holders).

• Wheels and Axle: Frequency = during service. Ensure that wheels are properly aligned, bearings are functional. Check for flat spots and wear.

• Contacts of Switches: This cart is equipped with switches that are non-serviceable. The switches are UL-recognized and have been tested for this application. If any switch does not function as intended, replace immediately.

• Cleanliness: Inspect and clean the cart daily; keeping the cart free from accumulation of grease, dirt, and other possibly combustible materials.

• Motor and Brake: test the motor wheel and its brake daily. Drive the cart in forward and then reverse to insure the motor is able to move the cart. To check the brake which is internal in the motor wheel, sit on the cart and leave the throttle in the neutral position, place each foot on the floor on both sides of the cart and try to push the cart. The brake should prevent the motor wheel from turning. Note that if pushed hard enough the tire may skid on the floor. If the cart fails this test, take the cart out of service and call for repair.

CONTROL BOX PARTS LIST

WIRING DIAGRAM

CART PARTS LIST

(with 20A Circuit Breaker)

12A| 280-0046| 20A Circuit Breaker
13| 280-1798| Seat (includes Seat Switch)
14| 200-1553| Seat Switch
15| 280-1711| Seat Latch Assembly
16| 280-1261| Seat Tube
17| 280-1199| Steering Column (see detail on page 4)
18| See pg. 4| Control Box
19| 280-0143| Cover, UL Motor Controller
20| 280-2150| UL Motor Controller (hr. meter not shown)
21| 280-0032| Steering Wire Harness
Item| Part No.| Description
---|---|---
22| 200-1799| Basket, Lil Max (Standard w/ hardware & signs)
23| 280-1709| Basket Bumpers
24| 200-1236| Basket Mounting Clips (4 each)
25| 280-1264| Basket Tubes
26| 280-1346| Motor Tire (Shell)
27| 280-2012| Hub Motor (includes tire)
28| 280-1626| Wire Guide
29| 280-1269| Steering Fork Assembly
30| 200-1052| Anti-tip Casters
31| 280-1279| Front Cover (select color options)
31A| 280-1638| Front Cover Fastener (Kit – not shown)
32| 280-1441| Bridge Cover
33| 280-1281| Floor Cover
34| 280-1259| Axle, Steel, 5/8”
35| 280-1839| Hub to UL Motor Controller Wire Harness
35A| 280-0038| Wire Guide Assembly (Wire Harness, Guide, Hardware -not shown)
36| 280-0049| Charging Cord Kit (not shown)
 | 280-1823| Stowed Charging Cord in Bag

(not shown) for 280-4037 only

37| 280-0041| Gasket , Battery Pan
38| 280-0039| Gasket, Seat Tubes
39| 280-0040| Gasket, Power Cord
40| 280-0042| Splash Guard
41| 280-0142| Controller Hold Down Bracket

DECALS FOUND ON MART CART® ELECTRIC SHOPPING CART

Please call 1-800-548-3373 if your decals are missing or are needing replacement.
Standard decals and signs are English and Spanish (see part numbers below). Call for other languages.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING

1. Turn key on and/or press the “Run” switch.
2. Thumb levers rotate to power the cart. Press top lever forward to go forward. Press bottom lever down to go in reverse.
3. To stop, release the thumb levers andior press the ‘stop” switch.
4. If needed, ask cashier for assistance to get your items to your vehicle. Under no circumstances are carts to be taken outside the store.
   DO NOT REMOVE FROM STORE

WARNING

PLEASE READ TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISKI INTENDED FOR USE INDOORS ON LEVEL SURFACE ONLYI

1. Read operating instructions or ask for assistance before using.
2. Use extra caution getting “ON” or “OFF” cart.
3. Cart is on wheels and may roll.
4. You must be seated to operate cart.
5. Keep feet and legs inboard while operating.
6. Do not stand on cart.
7. Do not lean “ON” or “OVER” the side of the cart.
8. NO CHILDREN IN BASKET.

DO NOT STAND ON BUMPER

Battery Charging Instructions

Please read before charging.

• Install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the electrical circuit wherever the cart is to be charged. This is to protect against any possible shock hazard.
• AC voltage required is 100-240 VAC. The current draw is 3 amps maximum.
• Charge battery every night, all night, and at every opportunity. When the battery is fully charged, the charger will maintain a “float voltage” which will not damage the battery.
• Do not allow the battery to full discharge by skipping the nightly charging cycle. A fully discharged battery will take 7 hours to fully charge, so it is best not to let the battery become completely discharged.
• Do not store the cart with a discharged battery. This can cause premature battery failure. Fully charge the battery at least every 30 days if in a low usage location.

NOTE: Under normal conditions, the battery will last more than 2 years, or longer, if the above recommendations are followed. Replace with original Mart Cart battery (280-1214) only to maintain UL Certification. Mart Cart is not responsible for any adverse effects caused by replacement with any other type of battery.

IMPORTANT: Your cart has been equipped with an AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) (Suspended Electrolyte) Battery during the manufacturing process as original equipment. The manufacturer recommends that you replace the original battery only with the same type and rating to prevent damage to your cart’s internal components, charging system, or personal injury to you and/or your customer.

Battery Replacement Instructions

Please read before replacing battery.
Be Responsible! Recycle old battery or dispose of according to local or national codes.
To Replace a Battery: (Read precautions on battery-avoid any sparks)

1. Turn off key switch (if applicable) or press Run/Stop/Horn switch to the “Stop” position. Disconnect charger cord from wall outlet, if plugged in.
2. Remove two screws from the back of the rear bumper that secures the rear cover.
3. Reach under right rear of the back cover and pull latch, then tilt the chair forward.
4. Replace battery. Do NOT cross battery posts with metal object.
5. Before reinstalling cover, check wheel condition, and general condition of the chair.
6. Reinstall rear cover with the cover’s two screws and tilt chair back into normal position.
7. Test cart for proper operation. Charge battery if necessary.
   CAUTION! Do not cross battery posts with a metal object!

Additional Information

• SEAT SWITCH: The seat switch is located under the seat. Pressure (weight) on the seat closes the control circuit, and allows the cart to operate.
• VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL: The cart’s speed is regulated by a potentiometer. This provides extremely smooth acceleration from 0 to 2.2 MPH, and is located in the control box on the steering column.
• CHARGING: HOW IT WORKS: When the power supply cord is plugged into the store’s electrical outlet, the battery charger is energized. The charger sends approximately 14.5 Volts to the battery for charging. A third wire (yellow) from the charger output inhibits the UL Motor Controller until the power to the charger is disconnected. The motor circuit is interrupted until charging cord is removed. The cart will not move under power when the battery is being charged. If the cart moves while plugged in, check for power to your outlet before calling for service.
• CONTROL BOX: The master control box for the Mart Cart is located on top of the steering column. It contains the RUN/STOP/HORN switch, and key switch (optional). The cover can be removed by removing the four bottom screws.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

115 E. Linden • Rogers, Arkansas 72756 USA 479-636-5776 • Fax: 479-636-3245
www.martcart.com
800-548-3373

References

• Mart Cart™ | Quality, Performance, Value

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