General Details

Extra product information

Style of Vehicle
Can be fitted to automatic / manual transmission, sedan / van / four wheel drive / station wagon / hatch back.

Action
Manual: Release safety catch, slide step out until fully extended. After use, retract step and secure with safety catch to keep step closed in canister.
Automatic: Open door, step automatically extends then retracts when door is closed. Easy Step Automatic is wired to door switch so it extends and retracts when door is open or closed respectively (standard).
Can be wired to other systems such as ignition switch so that the unit does not operate without ignition switched on.

Other features on both models
High visibility, large surface step (600mm wide x 250mm deep)
2 strips of black slip resistant tape on step surface
Brush strips automatically sweeps top of Easy Step during retraction to precent ingress of debris such as sand and pebbles into canister
Rubber seal under front step to prevent ingress of sand and soil entering underside of Easy Step during driving
Stone-guard to front of Easy Step prevents canister damage from stones flicked up by tyre during driving

Safety Mechanisms
Manual: Has a warning buzzer which is activated by a magnetic sensor unit inside the Easy Step Manual so that the operator does not proceed to drive off without first closing the step into the canister.

Automatic: Built in safety feature in the electronic module to stop operation of step if obstructed in any way during extension or retraction. This is resent by closing and re-opening the door. White LED safety lamp is also fitted above the access step and illuminates top of step while in use. Lamps switches off when door is closed and step retracts.

Installation

All modifications which affect the driving controls must be approved by an Engineering Signatory. The engineering certificate must be produced if requested by an authorised officer such as a Police Officer or Vehicle Inspector.

Licensing and Insurance Requirements

You are legally required to advise your State licensing authority of any medical condition or disability that may impact on your driving. If not, you risk fines or legal action and your car insurance can be affected. You may need to provide medical reports or undergo driving tests. Modifications to your vehicle must be in line with the Australian safety and design rules. Fitting of wheelchair occupant restraints, child restraints and vehicle hoist ramps must meet relevant Australian Standards. Modifications should be done by suitably qualified vehicle modifiers. You will also need to inform your car insurer of any vehicle modifications. Your policy may become void if you do not do so. Contact the vehicle licensing / registration authority in your State for more information.

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

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