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Permobil C500

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Page 1: ...Permobil C500 Permobil C500 Power Wheelchair Owner s Manual US ...

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Page 3: ...f the Permobil group Permobil Inc USA 300 Duke Drive Lebanon TN 37090 USA Phone 800 736 0925 Fax 800 231 3256 Email info permobilusa com Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timrå Sweden Tel 46 60 59 59 00 Fax 46 60 57 52 50 E mail info permobil se ...

Page 4: ...Permobil C500 Power Wheelchair Produced and published by Permobil AB Sweden Version no 7 2011 11 Art no 205226 US 0 ...

Page 5: ...fuses 29 R Net control panel LCD monochrome display 30 R Net control panel LCD color display 38 R Net control panel LED 48 Operation 55 General driving 55 Driving technique 57 Seat functions 60 Driving rules 66 Manual brake release 71 Charging batteries 72 Transport 74 Air transport 76 Maintenance and repairs 78 Toolbag 78 General batteries storage 79 Cleaning 80 Replacing the batteries 84 Fuses 8...

Page 6: ... that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheel chair since the need for important information can arise concerning its use safety and maintenance It is also possible to obtain information concerning our products from our home page on the Internet You can find us at www permobil com All information pictures illustrations and...

Page 7: ...rovided TECHNICAL SUPPORT Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through your dealer SPARE PARTS ACCESSORIES A warranty registration card is attached to each new wheelchair The Permobil Inc Product Warranty Information sets forth the conditions of the warranty Contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA for information about the warranty period for this wheelchair WARRANTY Contact Permobil Inc fo...

Page 8: ...rns Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any person s failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting from failure to exer cise good judgment The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of power wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the wheelchair user ...

Page 9: ...ou you should check the following items before beginning to use it that all products ordered are included in the delivery incuding operating instructions and possible other documentation If you suspect that something is missing then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible that no transport related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair and its accessori...

Page 10: ...ation Permobil recommends the use of wheelchair lights at all times user is riding near public rights of way Use extreme caution when driving near unprotected ledges drop offs or on elevated surfaces Unintended movement or excessive speed in these areas can lead to personal injury or property damage Do not drive the wheelchair over any curbs or edges higher than 3 inches When driving over a curb o...

Page 11: ...performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section of the supplied Owner s Manual for current seat model Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and property damage i...

Page 12: ...g again at a slower speed Avoid sudden stops or starts Stop by releasing joystick rather than by turning the power off Turning off power while the wheelchair is in motion will cause the wheelchair to stop suddenly When driving up an incline try to keep moving at a steady speed Stopping and starting the chair while moving up an incline makes the wheelchair more difficult to control Do not drive up ...

Page 13: ... protection along the sides of the ramp to prevent the wheelchair from falling off of the ramp When driving up an incline be sure to drive your wheelchair straight up the incline perpendicular Driving at an angle up an incline increases the risk of tipping or falling Use extreme caution when driving up an incline Do not drive down or up a hazardous incline such as a surface covered with snow ice o...

Page 14: ...al injury and property damage reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning Operation Freewheel Mode In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level and dry surface before releasing the brakes In order to avoid personal injury do not use your Permobil in freewheel mode without an attendant present Do not attempt to put the wheelchair ...

Page 15: ... with func tioning lighting in the front and the back or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather con ditions however to minimize the risk of being caught in difficult situations you should avoid using the wheelchair outdoors during for example severe cold heavy rain or th...

Page 16: ... this wheelchair tipping and the point where this wheelchair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance Please note that the following factors can affect the wheelchair s center of balance Elevation of the seat Height and angle of the seat backrest Body position or weight distribution Driving on an incline such as a ramp or a hill Use of a backpack or other accessories d...

Page 17: ...elchair and the place to which the user is transferring Overextending this distance can cause user to over exert lose balance or fall Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assis tance of an attendant Use caution when bending or reaching Never use the joystick as a handhold or point of support Do not use foot plates or armrests as supports when transferring into or ...

Page 18: ...or property damage Do not operate your wheelchair if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried completely If any of the shrouds or the joystick boot has cracks or tears they must be replaced immediately Failure to do so can allow moisture to enter the elec tronics and cause personal injury or property damage including fire Do not operate your wheelchair in icy or slippery conditions These...

Page 19: ...ser is in an approved Permobil wheel chair configuration has secured the wheelchair using a Permolock C and is using a seatbelt attached to the vehicle The only other safe alternative is that users be transferred into factory vehicle seating for transportation and use safety restraints made available by the auto industry The only wheelchair transportation system Permobil recommends is a Permolock ...

Page 20: ...by Permobil Use of unap proved aftermarket accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheel chair which may make the wheelchair unstable or uncontrollable Such use may also void the warranty on the wheelchair Connecting any unapproved electrical or electronic devices to the wheelchair s electrical system can cause damage to the chair and caused the chair to become uncontrollable or drive errat...

Page 21: ...y the safety circuits will result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warranty Changing Batteries and Fuses The Circuit Breaker must always be in OFF position when batteries and fuses are replaced Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit ...

Page 22: ...sation can arise mist or dampness on the surfaces e g in pool areas laundry rooms or similar rooms If you are unsure as to how your wheelchair and its accessories should be properly stored contact your supplier or Permobil for more information Damages malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expect ed or if you suspec...

Page 23: ... example from mobile telephones Similarly the electronics of the wheelchair itself can also emit electromagnetic fields that can affect the immediate surroundings for example certain alarm systems in businesses The limit values for Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC with respect to elec trical wheelchairs is set in the harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Devices Directive No 93 42 EEC Pe...

Page 24: ...d drive functions The seat consists of a seat frame seat plate back rest arm rest leg rest seat lift fixed seat tube and any accessories options such as a head rest calf rest chest support etc In this owner s manual we have chosen to show the wheelchair with our Corpus seat However the operation of the chassis and most of its functions are the same regardless of the seat model chosen Overview 1 Ba...

Page 25: ...t makes it possible to adjust the seat angle steplessly up to 45 Both the seat lift and seat angle are controlled via the control panel or via an additional key box if your wheelchair is fitted with one in connection with the control panel Seat lift Seat angle User weight over 100 kg If the user s weight exceeds 100 kg the wheelchair can be fitted with safety circuits for the seat system to guaran...

Page 26: ...wo shock absorbers with adjustable spring force If no specific user weight was specified in connection with delivery of the wheel chair the shock absorbers are set to a standard value corresponding to a user weight of 50 70 kg Adjustment of the spring force The adjustment should be performed by personnel who are very familiar with the design and function of the shock absorbers If adjustment is req...

Page 27: ...c tires The rear wheels the steering wheels may have pneumatic or solid rubber tires Lights and reflectors In the standard version the wheelchair is fitted with reflectors at the front and rear and on the sides Front rear lights and indicators are available as accessories Front reflectors Rear reflectors Side reflectors ...

Page 28: ...cement Position of the batteries Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with great caution m WARNING Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recy cling regulations m CAUTION ...

Page 29: ...se is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt m CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse m WARNING Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before changing the charging fuse The battery charge...

Page 30: ...Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Joystick Display Function Buttons ...

Page 31: ...should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perform ance of the wheelchair m WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket Charging socket Char...

Page 32: ...l to attract attention Max speed These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed Depending on how the control system has been programmed a temporary screen may be displayed when this key is pressed m WARNING Do not use the on off key to stop the wheelchair except in an emergency You can be thrown out of the chair or reduce the life of the wheelchair s drive system On Off Max ...

Page 33: ...ights Press it again to deactivate them When the hazard lights are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with all the indicators on the wheelchair Lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Press this key to switch the lights on Press it again to switch them off When the lights are acti vated the indicator lamp next to the control key is also swit...

Page 34: ...al on off key You can use this socket to activate and deactivate the control system with an external device Socket for external profile key applies if profiles are programmed and used You can use this socket to select a profile with an external device Socket for external profile key Socket for external on off key ...

Page 35: ...nditions Below is the typical appearance of the display when driving with profile 1 Battery indicator The battery indicator displays the status of the bat tery Constantly on This shows that everything is working correctly Flashing slowly The control system is working correctly but the bat tery needs to be charged as soon as possible Moving The wheelchair s batteries are being charged The wheelchai...

Page 36: ...ystem is currently operating in In Focus When the control system contains more then one method of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchai...

Page 37: ...damage Control system Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass E Sto...

Page 38: ...l consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Joystick Display Function Buttons ...

Page 39: ...ld not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perform ance of the wheelchair m WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket Charging socket Charging...

Page 40: ...s These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed m WARNING Do not use the On Off Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components On Off Speedbut...

Page 41: ... a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to deactivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Depress the but ton to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will...

Page 42: ...to turn the control system on and off using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External Profile Mode Switch Jack This jack s function varies depending on the programming This allows the user to select Profiles using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External Profile switch jack External On Off switch jack ...

Page 43: ...al Drive screen in Profile 1 Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive th...

Page 44: ...m is currently operating in In Focus When the control system contains more then one method of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is...

Page 45: ...ly reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass E Stop If the control system is programmed for latched operation then it is normal for an Emergency Sto...

Page 46: ...ing Exit at the bottom of the menu and then moving the joystick to the right Setting the time Set Time Select Set Time in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting the time Then select Year Month Date Hours and Minutes by moving the joystick left or right Set the desired value by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by selecting Exit and then moving...

Page 47: ... select Blue White or Auto Blue Blue The display background is blue in all profiles White White The display background is white in all profiles Automatic Auto The display background is programmed in the various travel profiles E g blue background for slow profile for indoors travel and white background for rapid profile for outdoors travel Diagnostics Diagnostics For qualified technicians only Tot...

Page 48: ...onsists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Joystick Function Buttons ...

Page 49: ...be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perform ance of the wheelchair m WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket Charging socket Charging plug C...

Page 50: ...with LEDs On off key The on off key is the switch for the control system s electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Pressing the switch produces a sound signal for attracting attention Max speed choice of profile These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile m WA...

Page 51: ...s This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Press this key to switch on the lights Press it again to switch them off When the lights are acti vated the indicator lamp next to the control key also lights up Indicators left This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left hand direction indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them Whe...

Page 52: ...ge remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Red Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries The indicator sho...

Page 53: ...rmation R Net control panel LED Max speed indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4 lamps Average speed 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profile...

Page 54: ...l LED Seat indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest angle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator Seat indicator ...

Page 55: ...th how the wheelchair and its acces sories behave in different situations before you start to use the wheelchair on public roads and in other public locations General Driving Check that the control panel is correctly fitted and the joystick is in the neutral position Ensure that you have good support for example the wheelchair s arm rest for the part you use to handle the joystick with Do not just...

Page 56: ...heelchair will not drive To enable the wheelchair to drive again ensure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again If R Net detects an error in the wheelchair electronics which needs attention a Diagnostics screen will appear on control panels with display See example below On control panels without display the battery voltage indicator LEDs will flash...

Page 57: ...n The test drive is of course just a check of how you and the wheelchair function together and you may need some assistance Before driving check that the wheel lock release lever is set in the drive position m CAUTION m WARNING Do not use the joystick as the sole support for your hand or limb wheelchair movements and bumps could upset your control Always bear in mind that a high speed and extended...

Page 58: ...key Move the joystick forwards until the control system emits a beep Move the joystick back until the control system emits a beep Release the joystick You will hear a long beep The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen Unlocking Press the on off key if the control system is switched off On control panels without display the LEDs on the speed indica...

Page 59: ...ill wander backwards and forwards Insert and remove the key from the charging contact The wheelchair is now unlocked R Net control panel Locking with a key Press the on off key if the control system is switched off Insert and remove the key from the charging contact on the control panel The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen ...

Page 60: ...see illustration 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display 3 Move the joystick forwards or back wards to activate the function Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions Seat function activated Move the joyst...

Page 61: ...tion 61 Seat functions R Net LCD Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration ...

Page 62: ...1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location selected are shown in the control panel display see illustration 3 Move and hold the joystick for wards The seat adjusts to the pos ition stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held for wards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved pos ition it stops movin...

Page 63: ...location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location selected are shown in the control panel display see illustration Save function activated 4 Move the joystick backwards to acti vate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory sym bol M see illustration 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position until the arro...

Page 64: ...ctions require a separate seat con trol panel Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until the LED for a seat function lights up 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The LED for the selected seat function will light up 3 Move the joystick forwards or back wards to activate the function Seat indicator Move the joystick to the left or right to se...

Page 65: ...ation 65 Seat functions R Net LED Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration ...

Page 66: ...aking distance mean a greater risk of accident Never drive fast at full speed in narrow passages on narrow pavements etc because an incorrect maneuver steering error can lead to a risk of accident Remember that a surface that is closed at the side will affect the wheelchair and may make it steer sideways Therefore never drive at full speed on surfaces that are closed at the side Using the seat ang...

Page 67: ...wheelchair You should always drive over obstacles with great caution Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 3 inches You should always drive over obstacles with great caution m WARNING A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution ...

Page 68: ...u should be extremely careful when driving downhill on an uneven sur face for example grass gravel sand ice and snow Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with gr...

Page 69: ...ely careful when driving uphill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow Do not drive uphill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low ...

Page 70: ...ou should be extremely careful when driving on side slopes with an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed m WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on side slopes steepe...

Page 71: ...en press the lever down so that it assumes in its lowest position NB Always check that the release lever goes right down to its lowest position Never use the wheelchair on a sloping surface with the brakes released Always ensure that the wheelchair is switched off when the brakes are activated deactivated To prevent the wheelchair from rolling off ensure that it is on a dry level surface before re...

Page 72: ...tself It may also result in parts becoming overheated which may entail a greater risk of fire Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles You may only use a charger with a maximum charging current of 10 A average the effective value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A The batterie...

Page 73: ...n completed the wheelchair must be switched off and on again with the On Off key on the control panel before it can be driven m CAUTION Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel before charging but ensure that the main fuse is in the ON position Ensure that the charging contact has been fully inserted in the wheelchair s charging socket The wheelchair cannot be driven when...

Page 74: ...Anchor the wheelchair with the vehicle s anchoring system and according to the manufacturer s instructions Always check that the fixing points on the transport vehicle are well anchored If your wheelchair is fitted with a luggage basket accessory it may be difficult in some cases to anchor the wheelchair in the rear transport eyes This can be solved by ordering an additional pair of rear transport...

Page 75: ...and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint m WARNING If the wheelchair has to be transported into the transport vehicle via a ramp or similar with the user in the wheelchair the wheelchair must always be protected against tipping over backwards by a person behind the wheelchair Any table or similar mounted...

Page 76: ... that batteries be removed from the wheel chair and transported in special boxes that the airline may provide 2 The wheelchair s dimensions and weight How much the wheelchair weighs and how large it is are important depending on the type of airplane in which the wheelchair is to be transported The smaller the airplane is the smaller the wheelchair may be weigh and vice versa Always check with the ...

Page 77: ... to minimise transport damage to the wheelchair Cover the control panel with soft shock absorbing material foam plastic or similar and fold it in towards the back rest Protect other protruding objects in a similar manner Tape any loose cables to the seat or covers To ensure that the wheelchair can be transported safely and no nasty surprises crop up at the last minute you should always contact the...

Page 78: ...elchair s vital systems must be performed by a com petent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer m WARNING Maintenance and repairs To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used cor rectly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults Toolbag The wheelchair comes with a toolbag w...

Page 79: ...lchair is fitted with acid batteries the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is fitted with gel batteries the liquid level does not need to be checked The life of the batteries depends entirely on regular charging Short term storage For the charging process to produce a battery with good capacity the tempera ture in the storage room should not be lower than 5 degrees If it is ...

Page 80: ...g it is best to use a soft cloth sponge hot water and a mild detergent Wipe down carefully with a cloth and water and dry off Remove scuff marks from semi matt surfaces with soft wax follow manufac turer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing apply soft car wax to restore the original surface gloss Plastics For no...

Page 81: ...es sure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuver ability Too low tire pressure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Filling tires with air 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the...

Page 82: ...ck up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 2 Take the wheel rim apart by unscrewing the five Allen screws that hold it together 3 Replace the inner tube 4 Put the wheel rim together with the tire Check that the inner tube is not caught between the halves of the wheel rim Fill the tire with air The recommended tire pressure for front and rear tyres is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 ...

Page 83: ...rs 83 Brake release Check regularly approximately once a month that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair Brake release lever with safety catch ...

Page 84: ...urface and if possible raise the seat lift for better access 2 Switch off the power supply using the ON OFF key on the control panel and switch the automatic main fuse to Off 3 Undo the knob holding the rear part of the chassis cover and lift the cover up a little 4 Undo the knobs that hold the battery covers in place and fold the covers down 5 Use the battery strap to pull out each battery just f...

Page 85: ...sponsibly in accordance with local recy cling regulations m CAUTION 7 Lift the batteries away using the battery straps 8 Use battery straps and insert new batteries in reverse order leave the straps on the new batteries 9 Close and lock the battery covers and chassis cover 10 Switch the automatic main fuse to ON Pull out each battery ...

Page 86: ...ain fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered It is reset by switching the switch to On m WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt m CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power...

Page 87: ... is changed Replacing the 15 A charging fuse The fuse holder for the charging fuse is located on the right side under the rear chassis cover To replace the fuse both the front and rear chassis covers must be removed Remove the front central chassis cover The cover is fixed in place with four plastic plugs and can be removed manuually by pulling it straight up Remove the main chassis cover by undoi...

Page 88: ...n size length 37 5 width 25 5 height 33 Height 44 Width 25 5 Technical Specifications The specifications given in the following pages are only applicable to the Permobil C500 chassis with Corpus Seat For size and weight information about each seat see the Owner s Manual accompanying the seat ...

Page 89: ...C500 Lowrider 47 5 Smallest Transport Size lxwxh C500 37 5x25 5x33 Smallest Transport Size lxwxh C500 Lowrider 37 5x25 5x32 Weight incl Batteries and Corpus Seat 350 lbs Max Battery Size 10 25x6 75x8 25 Wheels Tire Size front 300 x 8 Tire Size back 210 x 65 Max Air Pressure front back tires 29 psi 200 kPa Performance Range 19 25 miles Minimum Turning Radius 28 Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles 3 Hil...

Page 90: ...F Reset the main fuse position after for example See page 86 battery replacement Main fuse triggered See page 86 The wheelchair cannot be Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect driven the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Brake release activated Reset the brake release Wheelchair locked with Unlock the wheelchair the security key See page 58 The wheelchair switch...

Page 91: ... seat See page 25 lift and seat angle The wheelchair cannot be Main fuse switched to OFF Reset the main fuse charged position after for example See page 86 battery replacement Charging fuse triggered Check possible causes for example on account of carefully before changing the a fault in the batteries charging fuse charger charging cables or See page 87 charging socket EVENT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY ...

Page 92: ...ill be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diagnostic screen is displayed occa sionally Switch off the wheelchair and leave it off for a few minutes Then restart the wheelchair If the fault persists you must switch off the wheelchair and contact your service contact Write down the information displayed in plain text in the control panel s display and pass it on to your service contact Do not ...

Page 93: ...ion of the error type Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered PM Low Battery 2C00 Error code Identified module Error message PM 0506 Controller Fault Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there are no replaceable parts in the R net control sys tem Consequently defective u...

Page 94: ...y Rapid flashes 1 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair cannot be driven Switch off the wheelchair Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are con nected correctly Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flas hing lamps and check for a possible cause and remedy in the table on the adjoining pa...

Page 95: ...Check the drive motor s contacts and cables 6 Lamps Battery charger connected Disconnect the battery charger 7 Lamps Joystick error Check that the joystick is not being moved when the wheelchair is started 8 Lamps Control system error Check the contacts to the output stage 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit Check the contacts to the magnetic brake 10 Lamps High battery voltage Check the battery and ...

Page 96: ...Manual Accessories 96 Accessories Accessories for Permobil power wheelchairs are subject to continuous develop ment Contact your nearest Permobil dealer for more information on the acces sories available for your wheelchair ...

Page 97: ...1000 MHz There are a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by following the warnings listed below your risk to EMI will be minimized The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held por...

Page 98: ...ources such as radio and TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters Following the warnings listed below should reduced the chance of unintended wheel lock release or powered wheelchair movement which could result in serious injury Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens ba...

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