BraunAbility 427885 Carolock In Vehicle Weelchair Secure Storage Instruction Manual
- October 31, 2023
- BraunAbility
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BraunAbility 427885 Carolock In Vehicle Wheelchair Secure Storage
Product Information
Carlock
The Carolock is an in-vehicle wheelchair secure storage system designed and manufactured by BraunAbility. It is applicable to the Carolock 427885 model. The product is a safe vehicle adaptation solution that allows for the secure storage of wheelchairs in vehicles.
Safety Information
The Carolock has been designed and tested according to current directives and standards to ensure safety during usage. It is important to follow the provided instructions for safe operation.
Limitation of Use
BraunAbility continuously develops and adds new applications for its products. For specific details on applications or any other inquiries, please contact BraunAbility or refer to their website.
General Guidance
The Carolock is typically installed by bolting it directly to the vehicle floor. For any other installation application, it is recommended to contact BraunAbility for guidance.
Product Usage Instructions
- Ensure that the Carolock is in the open position (refer to Figure 1).
- Insert a bar of the wheelchair into the front of the Carolock unit until a positive lock is reached (refer to Figure 2A and Figure 2). Apply a light force back and forth on the wheelchair frame to confirm that it is securely locked into position. Apply the brakes on the wheelchair.
- To release the wheelchair, release the brakes on the wheelchair and actuate the release handle (refer to Figure 3) installed in an appropriate place in the vehicle. This will push the locking mechanism forward and allow the bar of the wheelchair frame to be removed from the Carolock unit locking plate.
- If the release handle fails to unlock the unit, an emergency release button highlighted yellow (refer to Figure 4) can be pressed via a window in the rear of the unit. Pressing this button will manually unlock the unit and allow the removal of the wheelchair from the Carolock. Thoroughly check the release cable, all moving parts, and connections of the Carolock unit, release handle, and connecting wire if troubleshooting is required.
After Care
For equipment storage and maintenance, follow the instructions provided by BraunAbility. It is important to properly store and maintain the Carolock to ensure its longevity and optimal performance.
Warranty
BraunAbility products are extensively tested, and their full warranty normally applies when the equipment is used as instructed. For specific warranty details related to different applications, please contact the Customer Service Centre.
Applicable to products:
- Carlock
- 427885
Instructions for use
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Safe vehicle adaptation solutions For your safety, BraunAbility products are designed and tested according to current directives and standards.
Safety information
”Declaration of conformity” at the end of the manual.
Limitation of use
The development of BraunAbility products is a continuous process. Applications are added on a regular basis. For more details contact BraunAbility or look on the BraunAbility website.
- This BraunAbility product is designed to secure an unoccupied wheelchair in a vehicle and must be used as instructed.
- In addition to the details given in these instructions, users of BraunAbility products must refer to the wheelchair manufacturer’s ‘Instructions for Use in Transport’ for any other specific instructions relating to use in transport.
This guide assumes installation is bolted to the vehicle floor. For any other application, please contact BraunAbility.
Carlock
General Guidance
- wheelchair Accessories that have not been approved by the Wheelchair Manufacturer must be removed from the wheelchair and secured in the vehicle during transport to reduce the potential for injury. Refer to ‘Instructions For Use in Transport’ provided with the wheelchair or contact wheelchair manufacturer for further guidance.
- Regular inspection of all parts is recommended and the equipment should be used only if all components are in good condition.
- Any Carolock which has been subjected to a crash situation from which the vehicle must be towed, should, in the interest of safety, be replaced.
- Do not attempt to modify the equipment. For further advice on the installation and use of this Carolock, please contact BraunAbility. Please read this manual fully before use.
- Avoid contact with corrosive liquids. Care should be taken to prevent contamination with polishes, oils and chemicals.
- The Carolock anchorages should be installed by an experienced technician/vehicle converter. Anchorages should not be installed into unsound materials such as corroded metal, wood, plastic, and fiberglass panels, without additional and suitable reinforcement.
- The equipment has been tested in a configuration recommended by BraunAbility and any deviation from the recommendations here is the responsibility of the installer/user.
Normal and emergency usage of Carolock
- Carolock will have been installed directly to the vehicle floor, or on an appropriately rated bracket to raise it above floor height. The height of the Carolock unit will allow it to ’catch’ the bar of the appropriate wheelchair.
- Ensure that the Carolock is in the open position (Figure 1). Insert a bar of the wheelchair (Figure 2A) into the front of the Carolock unit until a positive lock is reached (Figure 2). Ensure that the wheelchair is locked into position by applying a light force back and forth on the wheelchair frame. Apply the brakes on the wheelchair.
- To release the wheelchair, release the brakes on the wheelchair. Actuate the release handle (Figure 3) which will have been installed in an appropriate place in the vehicle. This will push the locking mechanism forward and allow the bar of the wheelchair frame to be removed from the Carolock unit locking plate.
- If the release handle fails to unlock the unit, an emergency release button, highlighted yellow in Figure 4, can be pressed via a window in the rear of the unit. Pressing this button will manually unlock the unit and the wheelchair can be removed from the Carolock. The release cable, all moving parts and connections of the Carolock unit, release handle, and connecting wire should be checked thoroughly to troubleshoot the issue.
Aftercare
Equipment storage and maintenance
- Regularly inspect the product for damage, wear or malfunction. If any problems are identified replace components immediately.
- All components can be cleaned as necessary, but care should be taken to prevent contamination of the product with polishes, oils, and chemicals, particularly battery acid.
- To clean the Carolock use warm soapy water and a clean soft cloth. Rinse with clear water and allow to air dry. To disinfect, use a mild spray disinfectant, and do not use products containing bleach. Important: when cleaning or disinfecting, do not immerse or flood the unit in the disinfectant or water.
- If the vehicle is involved in an accident when any vehicle safety systems (e.g. airbags) are deployed, remove them from service and replace them immediately. If in doubt please contact BraunAbility.
Warranty
BraunAbility products are extensively tested and our full warranty normally only applies to BraunAbility equipment when used as instructed. For further details on specific applications please contact the Customer Service Centre. In other situations which are outside the scope of the instructions provided a limited BraunAbility warranty will apply.
Declaration of conformity
Manufacturer
- BraunAbility Europe AB Åkerivägen 7 SE-443 61 Stenkullen Sweden
- Phone: +46 302 254 00
- Fax: +46 302 254 04
- Email: [email protected].
- www.braunability.eu.
Declares that the products
- Carlock
Conforms to applicable paragraphs in the following Directives, Standards, and Regulations /
- ECE R14.09
- ECE R21.01
- ISO 10542-1: 2012 (Annex E § E2b) ISO 3795
- BraunAbility, August 2023
Accredited by URS as a testing laboratory in accordance with ISO/IEC
17025:2005 Quality system certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2008
Illustrations, descriptions and specifications in the user manual are based on
current product information. BraunAbility UK Ltd reserves the right to make
alterations without previous notice.
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© 2023 BraunAbility Europe AB
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BraunAbility Europe AB Åkerivӓgen 7
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Phone: +46 302 254 00
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Email: [email protected].