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Option winch system for wheelchair transport bike VeloPlus
From 2020, it's possible to install a winch system on the VeloPlus wheelchair transport bike as a new option. The winch makes it easier to place the wheelchair on the wheelchair bike. Read more about this new option, the use of the winch and watch an instruction video.
What is a winch?
A winch is a lifting or pulling device used to pull or lift an object. A winch acts as a kind of pulley; with a pulling movement, a wire or belt is turned or wound around a shaft and the object can be pulled or lifted.
The winch on the VeloPlus wheelchair transport bikewith pedal support makes it easier to place the wheelchair with wheelchair user on the bike. The hook of the winch can be attached to the wheelchair and with the help of a remote control the winch can be pulled down or rolled up electrically. This makes it easy to ride the wheelchair on the tilting platform without manpower.
Why a winch system on the wheelchair transport bike?
The winch system on the VeloPlus makeseasier to place a wheelchair user on the bicycle. Not every wheelchair and wheelchair user has the same weight and not every wheelchairbike rider has the same strength. The winch helps the process of loading and unloading the wheelchair with wheelchair user on the tilting ramp on the VeloPlus.
Instead of the driver using his or her own power to push the wheelchair user including the wheelchair up or down the bicycle, the winch takes over. The driver only has to attach the hook and roll the wheelchair onto the ramp using the control panel on the bicycle or the remote control.
The winch can be ordered from 2020 for the VeloPlus wheelchair transport bike with pedal support, see the price list on the VeloPlus product page for the exact price of the winch. It is also possible to have the winch mounted on your current VeloPlus in our factory. Please contact your Van Raam dealer for more information.
Using the Van Raam winch system
The winch system on the VeloPlus is easy to use. In the user manual of the VeloPlus you will find a more detailed explanation with pictures. In order to use the winch system:
1. Turn on the electric system. Check if the light on the control panel is on. If that is not the case, you can turn on the winch system by briefly pressing the on/off button on the electric system's display.
2. Engage the bike's parking brake by squeezing the left brakeand locking the brake with the small lever.
3. Remove the safety pin of the tilted ramp.
4. Pull the lever up to disengage and drop the ramp.
5. Use the control panel on the bike or the remote control to unspool the winch. Press and hold the button and guide the winch at the same time, so it unspools in the right way. (Please note: do not unspool the winch beyond the red stripe on the band.)
6. Position the wheelchair straight in front of the ramp and attach the hook to the
wheelchair. Please note! Make sure that the hook is placed as close to the ground as possible and in the centre of the wheelchair to avoid it tilting over or being pulled sideways.
7. Use the control panel to respool the winch again. Press and hold the button and guide the wheelchair at the same time, so it is positioned straight on the ramp.
8. Pull up the wheelchair to the point that the ramp tilts and automatically locks into place. You will hear an audible click.
9. Secure the wheelchair by attaching it to the wheelchair bike with the three belts.
See the manual of the wheelchair bike on the product page of the VeloPlus for a comprehensive and complete explanation with images. Here you will also find an explanation of the control panel on the bike and the remote control that controls the winch.
Instruction video winch on wheelchair bike
The instruction video explains the use of the winch system on the VeloPlus.
The video uses the remote control to operate the winch.
Designs from 3D program Solidworks
Our Research and Development department devised and developed the winch together with the electrical department in response to market demands. The pictures below are designs from the 3D program Solidworks.
More about the wheelchair transport bike VeloPlus
Van Raam's VeloPlus is a wheelchair transport bike. A wheelchair user can be transported with this bicycle in his or her own wheelchair. The wheelchair can be driven on the tilting ramp and after securing the wheelchair, the driver and the wheelchair user can enjoy a wonderful bike ride.
The VeloPlus is available with various options, including pedal assistance or the winch system.
Curious about this wheelchair transport bike? It is possible to view this bike and test it out. Plan a test ride online at our showroom in Varsseveld or find a Van Raam dealer in your area.
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