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ParaGolfer

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Operation

ParaGolfer

Fig. 20 Charging socket on the ParaGolfer

Summary of Contents for ParaGolfer

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Page 2: ...applications all rights remain reserved Registered Office Germany Parabasetec GmbH Herforder Stra e 47 51 32545 Bad Oeynhausen Registered Office USA Parabasetec Inc Story Brick Office Building 2 Carls...

Page 3: ...nd Liability 13 1 5 Service 13 2 Safety 15 2 1 Standards and Regulations 15 2 2 General Precautions 16 2 3 Safety Requirements for Transportation and Storage 18 2 4 Safety Requirements for Use 19 2 5...

Page 4: ...nd Commissioning 43 7 Operation 45 7 1 Adjustment Possibilities 45 7 1 1 Seat Depth 47 7 1 2 Seat Width 50 7 1 3 Length of Lower Leg 51 7 1 4 Back Rest 52 7 1 5 Arm Rests 54 7 1 6 Operator Panel 57 7...

Page 5: ...Immobilizer 74 7 5 Releasing and Applying the Brake 75 7 6 Batteries 79 7 6 1 LEDs Battery Capacity 79 7 6 2 Charging 80 8 Accessories 87 8 1 Golf Bag Holder 87 8 2 Removable Operator Panel Holder 90...

Page 6: ...use 105 10 3 Changing the Tires 106 10 4 Cleaning and Care 108 11 Waste Disposal 109 A EMC Information and Recommendations 111 A 1 Electromagnetic Interference EMI from Radio Wave Sources 111 A 2 Powe...

Page 7: ...de paddings 50 Fig 8 Turning the spindle 51 Fig 9 Loosening the clamps and adjusting the back rest height 53 Fig 10 Loosening the screws underneath the arm rest 55 Fig 11 Unlocking pin on arm rest sup...

Page 8: ...e 78 Fig 20 Charging socket on the ParaGolfer 84 Fig 21 Mounting bracket plugged in 88 Fig 22 Golf bag holder plugged on 89 Fig 23 Operator panel with spring plate 91 Fig 24 Decor bezel for rims 92 Fi...

Page 9: ...andard DIN EN 62079 Creation of instructions structure content and representation Knowledge of this User s Manual is mandatory when using the power wheelchair ParaGolfer The user must therefore carefu...

Page 10: ...ols as well as signal words are used in this User s Manual DANGER Warning of possible fatal dangers and injuries WARNING Warning of possible injuries and severe material damage CAUTION Warning of poss...

Page 11: ...designed for users who are able to drive a power wheelchair all by themselves Any use beyond these limits is considered unintended The manufacturer will assume liability for any personal injuries or m...

Page 12: ...not use the stand up function for lifting objects or people Do not stand on the seat arm rest cover or any other ParaGolfer component while standing still or driving Do not tow the ParaGolfer Do not a...

Page 13: ...ll the ParaGolfer components accessories and software for the intended purposes Only connect all the ParaGolfer electrical connections with the intended devices Do not drive into a car wash with the P...

Page 14: ...erson stating that checklist had been received and read Briefing about the use of the ParaGolfer is a prerequisite to protect persons against dangers and to operate the ParaGolfer in a safe and fault...

Page 15: ...ims 1 5 Service NOTICE Service and repairs on the ParaGolfer must generally be carried out by persons who have been authorized by Parabasetec Inc If you have any questions or are unable to solve a pro...

Page 16: ...Page 14 Introduction ParaGolfer...

Page 17: ...ied with All information contained in this User s Manual must be strictly followed at all times 2 1 Standards and Regulations The power wheelchair ParaGolfer has been designed in accordance with the l...

Page 18: ...ly be used for the purpose it is intended for Any use when overtired under the influence of alcohol and drugs is prohibi ted The user should not be mentally handicapped in such a way that his her atte...

Page 19: ...e The ParaGolfer must not be used by unauthorized persons The ParaGolfer must be used by only one person at a time DANGER DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY FAILURE OR NEGLIGENCE OF THE SAFETY FEATURES The pr...

Page 20: ...nd the specially mounted carrier handles must be used to transport the ParaGolfer For transportation the ParaGolfer must be properly secured as specified for the corresponding transport means For tran...

Page 21: ...r other dangers are detected which could lead to personal injury The automatic brakes on the ParaGolfer must be ready for use The stand up function must not be used if the lifting device of the ParaGo...

Page 22: ...be increased Taking bends too fast can lead to slip or tilt of the ParaGolfer The speed must be adapted to the radius of the bend close bends require low speed For inclines drive with constant speed...

Page 23: ...g function must only be used on ground with a max inclination angle of 30 The max size of obstacles the ParaGolfer is able to cope with is 4 in Crossing over height differences exceeding 4 in is not p...

Page 24: ...e loa ded with the full weight With unlocked brake the brake function is disabled This must be taken into account when transporting the ParaGolfer over a distance with incline DANGER DANGER OF EXPLOSI...

Page 25: ...n smoking cigarettes CAUTION DISTURBANCES CAUSED BY ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS The driving characteristics of the ParaGolfer can be adversely affected by electromagnetic fields mobile phones or other radi...

Page 26: ...s with pacemakers caused by possible failure of the pacemaker when touching live components Always remove the main fuse before starting maintenance work with the bat tery cover open DANGER DANGER CAUS...

Page 27: ...ATERIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE AND MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING The ParaGolfer must only be serviced by authorized personnel The ParaGolfer must under no circumstances be washed down with a water...

Page 28: ...the use of the ParaGolfer by a person specially authorized and trained by Parabasetec Inc Authorized personnel Trained personnel entrusted by the operator user Instructed persons Persons who have bee...

Page 29: ...2 7 Safety Functions In dangerous situations the ParaGolfer can be switched off at any time via the On Off button Operation of this button immediately brakes the wheelchair and if appli cable stops th...

Page 30: ...fer Fig 1 Signposting at the ParaGolfer 1 Warning sign Risk of shearing and crushing at the stand up seat 2 Information sign Stand up function at the operator panel 3 Information sign Adjust length of...

Page 31: ...Seat depth 36 51 cm 2 5 cm raster 14 20 in 1 in raster Seat height infinitely variable 52 67 cm 20 26 in Seat incline 0 0 Height of armrests 15 cm 6 in Length of armrests 26 cm 10 in Length of lower l...

Page 32: ...wheel 153 cm 149 cm 60 in 59 in Turning circle 190 cm 75 in Tire size front 16x6 50 8 rear 11x6 00 5 39 cm 27 5 cm 15 3 in 10 8 in Air pressure front rear recommended 1 5 bar minimum 1 0 bar maximum...

Page 33: ...ectronics Model MCS Modular Control System 24 V DC max 100 A Battery charger Model Input LEAB AWC2430 230 V 60 50 Hz 110 V 60 50 Hz Output 24 V DC 20 A Fuse 80 A Drive data Metric System Anglo America...

Page 34: ...n IP54 Brake Voltage 24 V DC Rated power 20 W Brake torque 5 5 Nm Battery charger Automatic battery charger with computer controlled characteristic for 24 V gel batteries Main connection 50 255 V AC M...

Page 35: ...Ambient temperature 13 F to 104 F Indication Multi color LED Weight 3 5 lb mass Dimensions L x D x H 9 7 x 5 3 x 3 4 in Tab 1 Technical data The technical data for the ParaGolfer particularly all weig...

Page 36: ...Page 34 Technical Data ParaGolfer...

Page 37: ...device moves the seat of the ParaGolfer from horizontal to vertical position At the same time the angles on back rest and foot rest adapt in such a way that the user is brought to an upright posture...

Page 38: ...The ParaGolfer is controlled via the Modular Control System This is a operator panel for the input of drive commands and display of the current status as well as a controller to control the drive moto...

Page 39: ...t 2 Charging socket 3 Brake release lever 4 Knee belt 5 Side padding for seat 6 Operator panel 7 Cushion 8 Lap belt 9 Chest belt 10 Backrest 11 Armrest 12 Rear storage box 13 Stand up seat 14 Cover 15...

Page 40: ...ParaGolfer can be fitted with the following accessories see chapt 8 r Golf bag holder r Decor bezel for rims r Side padding for seat r Cushion r Handle r Stick on film r Removable operator panel hold...

Page 41: ...mass DANGER DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE TRANSPORTATION When transporting the ParaGolfer no person must be in the wheelchair DANGER DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE FASTENING OF TH...

Page 42: ...CASE OF INAPPROPRIATE USE The ParaGolfer must not be used as seat in a Transport Vehicle for Disabled Persons CAUTION DANGER OF DAMAGING THE PARAGOLFER BY INAPPROPRIATE TRANSPORTATION The armrests of...

Page 43: ...Golfer The seat must be moved to lowest position and the back rest must be dismounted for this purpose see chapt 7 1 1 and 7 1 4 The arm rests can optionally be disassembled see chapt 7 1 5 seat and s...

Page 44: ...an angle as flat as possible The ParaGolfer can optionally be covered with a rain cover and a transport frame for save transportation Storage The ParaGolfer must be stored in a dry environment During...

Page 45: ...tained in the scope of delivery depend on the purchased ParaGolfer product combination All components must be checked for completeness and function before commissioning The ParaGolfer can only be swit...

Page 46: ...and Commissioning ParaGolfer Be sure that the main fuse is pressed correctly into the associated spring contacts and is not in a skewed position Fig 4 Fuse holder with fuse 1 Locking cap open 2 Main...

Page 47: ...ng wheel damage may cause the wheel chair to tip over Apart from this the back rest linings may tear up and the seat tubes may break causing you to fall out of the wheelchair The allowed total weight...

Page 48: ...gged The operator panel can additionally be adapted to the arm length or moved to the other side WARNING As with each new seat support the way a person sits can be altered by the product Users must co...

Page 49: ...the user seated he should put on all belts beforehand see chapt 7 3 1 to 7 3 3 For adjustment of the seat depth the back rest position can be changed in steps of 1 in In order to have sufficient room...

Page 50: ...he seat rail After this the locking pins must be pulled out see Fig 6 and turned by 90 so that they remain in unlocked position Now the back rest can be moved forward and back along the seat rail It m...

Page 51: ...t depth pay attention of inserting the locking pins into the same raster bores at both sides In order to fix the desired position insert the locking pins into the corresponding raster bores Then the s...

Page 52: ...hes protection and cushion to adapt the seat width Depending on the scope of delivery the side paddings have a width of 0 8 in or 1 8 in and are fastened to the clothes protection by means of velcro f...

Page 53: ...e is turned with a size 8 Allen key from the tool set The spindle head is located on the front of the seat frame see Fig 8 Turning the spindle clockwise lowers the seat turning it counter clockwise ra...

Page 54: ...area WARNING DANGER OF CRUSHING AND PINCHING THE FINGERS Keep your fingers out of the danger zone between clamp and seat when adjusting the back rest The back rest can be adjusted by 3 2 in in height...

Page 55: ...Page 53 Operation ParaGolfer For transportation the back rest can be completely removed Fig 9 Loosening the clamps and adjusting the back rest height...

Page 56: ...hould put on all belts beforehand see chapt 7 3 1 to 7 3 3 The position of the arm rests is variable To do so loosen 2 screws underneath the arm rest with the size 5 Allen key from the tool set see Fi...

Page 57: ...Page 55 Operation ParaGolfer Fig 10 Loosening the screws underneath the arm rest...

Page 58: ...t and the arm rest can be pulled up and out of the support see Fig 11 The unlocking pin must also be pulled up when inserting the arm rest The unlocking pin can be released as soon as the arm rest has...

Page 59: ...screws underneath the arm rest see Fig 12 must be loosened with the size 3 Allen key from the tool set Now the operator panel can be moved back and forth After this adjustment the screws must be tigh...

Page 60: ...gages By standard the operator panel is mounted on the right hand side However it may be mounted to either of the arm rests to serve the needs of left or right handed persons The connecting plug on th...

Page 61: ...ws must be retightened and the connecting plug plugged in see Fig 13 When plugging in make sure that the tongue fits into the groove The locking ring must be turned clockwise until it engages and can...

Page 62: ...pply his full weight to the foot and arm rests Each user may mount the ParaGolfer individually in in the most suitable way for him her One possibility is by mounting the vehicle from the side Dependin...

Page 63: ...any wear If you should discover considerable wear then get in touch with your distributor for proper repair or for an exchange Under no circumstances may the product be altered or repaired by unauthor...

Page 64: ...s to be hooked to the right and left into the knee belt bushings provided for this purpose see Fig 14 Proper fixation is achieved when the knee pad sits tightly on the legs just below the knees When p...

Page 65: ...a support person must be continuously present during use Make sure that the lap belt is used at all times The chest belt consists of a flat foamed material cushion an runs around the back rest tubes i...

Page 66: ...Page 64 Operation ParaGolfer Fig 15 Fastening the chest belt...

Page 67: ...be switched off when driving CAUTION DANGER OF DAMAGE TO OTHER EQUIPMENT The ParaGolfer is able to generate electromagnetic fields which can disturb other devices The operator panel should therefore a...

Page 68: ...tion Function 1 On off button Actuation of this button switches the operator panel of the ParaGolfer on and off 2 Button M When pressing this button the ParaGolfer switches one driving stage further 3...

Page 69: ...horizontal to vertical position 8 Joy stick Driving function Driving direction and speed change in dependence on the Joy stick position 9 Drive stage LEDs Shows the chosen drive stage Shows the activa...

Page 70: ...Page 68 Operation ParaGolfer...

Page 71: ...CS Before each use of the ParaGolfer the tires must be checked visually for sufficient tread and correct air pressure Operating the On Off button see Fig 16 Pos 4 switches the ParaGolfer operator pane...

Page 72: ...ANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY THE PARAGOLFER TIPPING OVER The following precautions must be taken when driving with the ParaGolfer The ParaGolfer has been approved for uphill and downhill driving up to ma...

Page 73: ...bypassed On uneven ground uncontrolled driving behavior can be expected The speed must therefore always matched to the ground conditions The joy stick see Fig 16 Pos 8 is used for driving The further...

Page 74: ...el can match the speed acceleration and deceleration values to the individual requirements of the user CAUTION DANGER OF COLOUR CHANGES OF THE FLOOR Driving the wheelchair black tires can under certai...

Page 75: ...NJURY CAUSED BY THE PARAGOLFER TIPPING OVER The standing function must only be used up to a max inclination angle of 30 Once the stand up function is activated the control will reduce the driving spee...

Page 76: ...area The arrow key Stand up function see Fig 16 Pos 7 triggers the stand up motor and the seat moves from horizontal to vertical position At the same time foot rest and back rest adapt to the slanted...

Page 77: ...lashlight button see Fig 16 Pos 2 must be pressed longer than 5 seconds The operator panel emits a short audible signal as confirmation and switches itself off Deactivation If the immobilizer has been...

Page 78: ...e Brake DANGER DANGER TO LIFE BECAUSE OF MALFUNCTION OF THE BRAKE Incorrect adjustment of the brake can cause loss of braking power and thus result in severe physical damage or even fatal injury Repai...

Page 79: ...Page 77 Operation ParaGolfer Fig 17 Brake release lever and locking pin 1 Brake release lever 2 Locking pin...

Page 80: ...ling the brake releasing lever up see Fig 18 Fig 18 Operating brake release lever and locking pin With the brake release lever in upper end position the brake is released The driving function is locke...

Page 81: ...iding position all brake systems are disabled Applying the brake In order to apply the brake press the brake release lever down until the unlocking pin clicks into place see Fig 19 Switch the operator...

Page 82: ...apacity The Battery capacity LEDs show the charge condition of the battery The display is permanently on while driving The capacity is indicated by 7 segments Each of the segments represents approx 14...

Page 83: ...BATTERIES Explosive gases may develop when recharging the batteries For this reason you should take the following precautions when charging the batteries r Ensure sufficient ventilation when rechargi...

Page 84: ...harged at any time irrespective of their charge condition r With the battery completely discharged 2 red LEDs on full recharging takes approx 10 h After this the ParaGolfer may remain connected becaus...

Page 85: ...accepted r The voltage setting on the battery charger must conform with the country specific voltage of the corresponding mains supply The following precautions must be taken before working with the...

Page 86: ...battery charger into the charging socket on the ParaGolfer turn the plug clockwise to engage 4 Connect the battery charger to the mains socket and switch it on charging starts auto matically and the c...

Page 87: ...Page 85 Operation ParaGolfer Fig 20 Charging socket on the ParaGolfer...

Page 88: ...Page 86 Operation ParaGolfer...

Page 89: ...s will be accepted 8 1 Golf Bag Holder DANGER DANGER OF INJURY CAUSED BY THE PARAGOLFER TIPPING OVER The attachment of a golf bag changes the center of gravity and thus the dri ving and braking charac...

Page 90: ...e weight of the golf bag the weight of the user must not exceed the permissible total weight of 400 lb mass The golf bag holder can be mounted to the side of the ParaGolfer For this purpose the two mo...

Page 91: ...89 Accessories ParaGolfer The golf bag holder can now be plugged into the mounting brackets see Fig 22 Also here make sure that the locking pins have clicked into place Fig 22 Golf bag holder plugged...

Page 92: ...requires the corresponding set of mounting brackets 8 2 Removable Operator Panel Holder WARNING DANGER OF INJURY DUE TO UNCONTROLLED DRIVING BEHAVIOR If the operator panel is not completely plugged in...

Page 93: ...Page 91 Accessories ParaGolfer Fig 23 Operator panel with spring plate The operator panel can be pulled off to the front if required e g for transportation...

Page 94: ...er 8 3 Decor Bezel for Rims The drive wheels of the ParaGolfer can be covered with decor bezel for rims see Fig 24 These are assembled by using a central screw and a size 5 Allen key from the tool set...

Page 95: ...Page 93 Accessories ParaGolfer 8 4 Rain Cover for Rear Storage Box The luggage compartment can be covered with a rain cover see Fig 25 Fig 25 Rain cover for rear storage box...

Page 96: ...Page 94 Accessories ParaGolfer...

Page 97: ...ult on the system r Warnings r Faults r Defect malfunction The Battery capacity LEDs in the operator panel serve as display For visual and audible differentiation each category has its own flashing an...

Page 98: ...ion of one or several individual components of the ParaGolfer Components which are free of faults are thereby not impaired in their function If there is e g a fault in the connection between control a...

Page 99: ...l Problems with motor control Restart Multi function button or On OFF switch Connection fault or keys defective Check connecting cables and keys Restricted driving Certain seat function extended lifti...

Page 100: ...g the operator panel back on However if the wheelchair is still not ready for driving after switching the ope rator panel back on the brake must be released see chapt 7 5 to enable pushing of the vehi...

Page 101: ...ntroller Left hand drive motor or brake Left hand drive motor or brake not connected Contact problems or cable broken Engage the brake unlocking device check motor cable and plug connection on control...

Page 102: ...Restart Tab 5 Overview of fault sources and rectification in case of faults 9 3 Defect Malfunction A defect is a severe failure of a system component After rectification of the fault the system is act...

Page 103: ...wo identical modules in competition Incorrect input device configured connected Check connection of input devices and plug connection of modules Restart Successive light Higher control unit defective...

Page 104: ...Page 102 Trouble Shooting ParaGolfer...

Page 105: ...problems occur during maintenance you should consult an authorized distributor The driving safety of the ParaGolfer should be checked once eve ry year by an authorized distributor 10 1 Maintenance In...

Page 106: ...active with brake locked x Backrest lining belts and upholstery Visual check flawless condition of the seams belts and upholstery x Wear parts e g bearings bars Visual check x Scew fittings incl wheel...

Page 107: ...se holder at the side under the seat next to the left drive wheel see Fig 26 For replacing the main fuse the locking cap of the fuse holder must opened the main fuse replaced and the cap closed again...

Page 108: ...his case proceed as follows r If necessary loosen the central screw in the center of the wheel with a size 5 Allen key from the tool set and take off the fender see Fig 27 r Unscrew the 6 wheel nuts s...

Page 109: ...Maintenance and Cleaning ParaGolfer Page 107 Fig 28 Wheel nuts...

Page 110: ...FER Do not use any abrasives and no aggressive cleansing agents to clean the ParaGolfer Do not use water jets or high pressure cleaning equipment for cleaning Depending on the type of use and the degr...

Page 111: ...ID The batteries of the ParaGolfer contain toxic acid They must not be disposed of together with domestic waste and the battery acid must not be allowed to seep into sewer or ground The information of...

Page 112: ...Page 110 Waste Disposal ParaGolfer...

Page 113: ...s Power wheelchairs and motorized scooters in this text both will be referred to as power wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI which is interfering electromagnetic energy...

Page 114: ...e a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the every day environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable...

Page 115: ...liances such as electric shavers and hair dryers so far as we know are not likely to cause EMI problems to your power wheelchair A 2 Power Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference EMI Because EM energy...

Page 116: ...S DANGER OF MALFUNCTION Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citi zens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication devices such as cellular phones while the power...

Page 117: ...araGolfer CAUTION DANGER OF DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRONICS DANGER OF MALFUNCTION Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to your distri butor or Parabasetec and note whether there is a...

Page 118: ...refore its RF emissions are very low and not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment RF Emissions CISPR 11 Class B The AWC 2430 is suitable for use in all establishments includ...

Page 119: ...ly network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Parabasetec s Declaration Electromagnetic Immunity The AWC 2430 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below The...

Page 120: ...vel Environment Guidance Fast Transients Burst EN61000 4 4 1KV 1KV N A Surge EN61000 4 5 5KV 1 0KV 5KV 1 0KV N A N A Fluctuations EN61000 4 11 30 for 10ms 60 for 100ms 95 for 5000ms 30 for 10ms 60 for...

Page 121: ...Golfer is suitable for use in all establishments including domestic establishments and those directly con nected to the public low voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for domesti...

Page 122: ...ic Immunity Immunity Test IEC 60601 Compliance Level Environment Guidance High Frequency IEC61000 4 3 ANSI RESNA 12v m 20v m 3 Orientations 0 90 180 26 1000 MHZ 1 KHZ 80 Depth 1 Increment 12v m 20v m...

Page 123: ...r Immunity Test IEC 60601 Compliance Level Environment Guidance ESD EN61000 4 2 ANSI RESNA Sit Down Stand up 2KV CD 4KV CD 6KV CD 6KV CD1 8KV Frame 2KV AD 4KV AD 8KV AD 8KV AD1 2 4 6 6 8 2 4 8 8 N A N...

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