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TOPCHAIR-S USER

GUIDE

Rev11/12

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TopChair

2, Longueterre lane,
31850 MONTRABE

France

Telephone number: + 33 9 61 22 72 02

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Summary of Contents for S

Page 1: ...TOPCHAIR S Stair climbing wheelchair User Guide Distributed by ...

Page 2: ...iption of TopChair S 11 I Main parts 11 II Electric electronic systems 12 1 Protection of the electronic system 12 2 Fuse 12 3 Batteries 13 a Charging the batteries 14 III Control and operating 15 1 Operating the joystick 16 a Motion control 16 b Speed 16 c Horn 5 17 d Charge Indicator 6 17 e Special functions 17 2 Operating auxiliary LCD box 18 a Function modes 19 b Operating screen navigation 20...

Page 3: ...an obstacle in manual track mode 40 2 Descend an obstacle in manual track mode 42 III Manual movement 45 1 Motor brakes declutching 45 2 Motor brakes clutching 45 IV Other functions 46 1 Locking the wheelchair 46 2 Unlocking the wheelchair 46 Care and maintenance 47 I Diagnosis of the joystick in case of error detection 47 II Cleaning the vehicle 48 III Monthly checks 48 IV Repair a tyre 49 V Repl...

Page 4: ...tact For any questions on this material Please contact your distributor first If you wish to contact us directly please contact us at TopChair 2 Longueterre lane 31850 MONTRABE France Telephone number 33 9 61 22 72 02 Email info topchair net ...

Page 5: ...er your wheelchair is in its optimum state call your dealer or contact us Users have very different needs Only and exclusively qualified medical personnel can decide whether the model is suitable for your particular case We disclaim any responsibility if a wheelchair is not suitable for the disabled user Some adjustments and maintenance require specialized technical training and must be performed ...

Page 6: ...d violent stop Avoid loading the wheelchair in a vehicle with the person sitting in the chair If the wheelchair must be loaded with the driver via a ramp an attendant should stand near the chair to prevent tipping When using the ramp you must use the manual track mode Do not use the electric wheelchair as a vehicle seat if there is no suitable anchoring system or if there is no seat belt Use a sea...

Page 7: ...The electromagnetic compatibility of this wheelchair has been tested according to international standards There is however a risk of disruption of the electronic system of the wheelchair when near a source of powerful electromagnetic radiation It is necessary to take the following precautions Avoid the immediate proximity of powerful transmitters radio television telephone Check that your transmit...

Page 8: ...ection or acceleration On a slope make the trip directly do not try to make a u turn If the slope has a risk of skidding switch to manual track mode Never attempt to climb or descend stairs with your electric wheelchair in road mode but uses the Automatic step mode Never attempt to climb or descend stairs with your wheelchair electric Manual track mode but uses the Automatic step mode As far as po...

Page 9: ...passages through doorways and along corridors Do not use TopChair S on paths or roadways with car traffic and be very careful crossing the street 3 Avoid breakdowns in difficult conditions Do not go out without an escort for trips in remote locations or when weather conditions are very bad ...

Page 10: ...imbing an obstacle increase the speed if necessary lack of power 2 Avoid sliding risk Do not cross the icy steps Do not cross stairs with a slippery surface carpet linoleum without fixed edge of step Do not approach steps when they are wet and slippery Ensure the robustness of the step nosing They must be fixed to the stairs through a rigid connection 3 Automatic stair mode use The Automatic stair...

Page 11: ...R GUIDE Rev11 12 11 54 Description of TopChair S I Main parts 1 Headrest 2 Seatback 3 Seatback angle adjustment 4 Freewheel lever 5 Rear wheel 6 Armrest 7 Joystick 8 Leg rest 9 Auxiliary control box 5 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 8 ...

Page 12: ...pidly when the ambient temperature is high Several minutes may then be necessary to return back to maximum power When the drive is blocked by an impassable obstacle and the user insists forcing drivers to remain stalled for more than 20 seconds the electronic system automatically shuts off the power 2 Fuse In addition to the coverage described in the preceding paragraph the entire electrical syste...

Page 13: ...n by means of road rail or air It is recommended to recharge the wheelchair every day even if the batteries are not drained this does not affect the life of the batteries In case of complete discharge charging can take up to 10 hours Avoid placing the charger near any heat sources such as radiators or direct exposure to sunlight Do not move with deeply discharged batteries this reduces their lifes...

Page 14: ...e the charger if it has been dropped or damaged Only use extension cords in good condition Charging the batteries Turn the wheelchair off by pressing the ON OFF button of the joystick Connect the charger to the joystick The charging socket is located on the bottom front of the joystick Connect the charger to the mains and switch on if necessary The power control of the wheelchair is inhibited when...

Page 15: ...obstacle steps stairs sidewalks x Manual track mode drive on the tracks function for advanced users The joystick controls the movement of TopChair S and optional special functions power leg rests electric seatback environmental control The auxiliary LCD box can control special functions of TopChair S Control the Automatic stair mode Control the movement of the rear wheels Control the movement of t...

Page 16: ...oystick full left or right the wheelchair rotates in its minimum turning circle To slow guide the joystick to the center in neutral position If you have to stop simply release the joystick It automatically returns to the neutral position and the wheelchair stops In case of problem press the ON OFF button 1 which can be used as an emergency stop Once stop on wheels the wheelchair is blocked by the ...

Page 17: ... a low battery charge LEDs blink slowly The battery charge is low The batteries must be charged as soon as possible LEDs lights every 2 5 seconds The system is on standby The system enters a sleep after a configurable time delay To restart press twice the power button One or few LEDs flashes rapidly Error detection See the table in paragraph Diagnosis of the manipulator in case of error detection ...

Page 18: ...ng is composed of a LCD display 4 of three buttons 1 2 3 and an ON OFF switch 5 To switch on the LCD screen use button ON OFF 5 Button 1 to navigate to the right of the screen Button 3 to navigate to the left of the screen Button 2 to validate the selected active area 4 5 2 1 3 ...

Page 19: ...12 19 54 a Function modes At the start of LCD display 3 operating modes are possible MODES Description Road mode Automatic stair mode Manual track mode Use the keys 1 and 3 to select the desired mode and confirm with the button 2 ...

Page 20: ...TOPCHAIR S USER GUIDE Rev11 12 20 54 b Operating screen navigation Navigation screen works on the principle of active zones No active zone selected 3 Press button 3 Active zone selected ...

Page 21: ...TOPCHAIR S USER GUIDE Rev11 12 21 54 2 Press button 2 Active zone selected Automatic stair mode selected ...

Page 22: ...e III 2 i Adjusting the sound see III 2 j Use buttons 1 and 3 to select the desired mode and confirm with the button 2 The representation of the wheelchair changes depending on the condition of the wheels In this operating mode the wheels are driven the seat remains in the adjusted position automatically d Automatic stair mode This mode allows crossing obstacle safely in automating the movement of...

Page 23: ...c stair mode it is not possible to change mode neither control the wheels nor move the seat tilt We can only act on x Lighting kit see III 2 i x Sound adjustment see III 2 j Use button 1 and 3 to select the desired mode and confirm with the button 2 ...

Page 24: ... of the front wheels see III 2 f x The movements of the rear wheels see III 2 g x Lighting kit see III 2 i x Sound adjustment see III 2 j Use button 1 and 3 to select the desired mode and confirm with the button 2 In this mode the inputs outputs of the front rear wheels are managed by the user In case of misuse there is a risk of tipping when crossing an obstacle If we use this mode on the ground ...

Page 25: ... down the front wheels Press button 3 Repeating animation shows the movement of the wheel Once the wheels are completely down this message appears Before lowering down the front wheels make sure you are in manual track mode with rear wheels down In case of non compliance with this instruction and subject to certain conditions the rear wheels might not be fully extended ...

Page 26: ...on 1 Repeating animation shows the movement of the wheel Once the wheels are completely up this message appears x To exit the front wheel mode press button 2 g Rear wheels movement To rise up or down the rear wheels select button 2 the rear wheel mode Rear wheel mode selected ...

Page 27: ...e rear wheels Press button 1 Repeating animation shows the movement of the wheel Once the wheels are completely up this message appears Before lowering down the front wheels make sure you are in manual track mode with rear wheels down In case of non compliance with this instruction and subject to certain conditions the rear wheels might not be fully extended x To exit the rear wheel mode press but...

Page 28: ...at movement To tilt the seat forward or backward select button 2 seat mode Seat mode selected x Tilt the seat backward Press button 3 Repeating animation shows the movement of the seat Once the seat is completely backward this message appears ...

Page 29: ...rd Press button 1 Repeating animation shows the movement of the seat Once the seat is completely forward this message appears x To exit the seat forward mode press button 2 i Lights To control the lights an option select button 2 light mode Light mode selected ...

Page 30: ...ge appears x To use the right indicator Press button 1 if the lights were previously off this image appears To use the lights Press button 2 if the lights were previously off this image appears x To exit this mode press and hold the button 2 A countdown appears Do not release the button until the previous statement appears ...

Page 31: ...1 12 31 54 j Adjusting the sound TopChair has an integrated horn to alert the user of possible hazards It is possible to mute this alarm To control the sound select button 2 the sound mode Sound is activated Sound is inactivated ...

Page 32: ...S USER GUIDE Rev11 12 32 54 k Configuration mode This mode is reserved for the after sales service it is protected by a code Configuration mode To exit select the exit door and press button 2 Exit door selected ...

Page 33: ...sider the recommendations in paragraph III 3 Safety advice and in particular the limitations due to the use of infrared captors and the type of stair nosing The speed limit authorized is 1 to 2 during transition phases entry and exit stairs 1 to 2 during the descent of obstacle 1 to 5 during the crossing of obstacle Always begin by using the smallest speed limit authorised and increase if necessar...

Page 34: ...motion traction to the caterpillar track x Go backwards until the tracks are up against the first step x When the system has detected the nose of the first step it stops the caterpillars beeps and controls the rise of the rear wheel Wait until the end of the operation beep leaving the joystick in neutral position x Start climbing slowly backwards using the joystick You have to drive particularly s...

Page 35: ...on by selecting YES Warning Exceptionally if it is not on the top floor incorrect position you select NO The descent of the rear wheels will then be performed when necessary by selecting the Rear wheels mode see paragraph II Crossing an obstacle in Manual track mode x Illustrations shows the rear wheels moving down x Go backwards Warning For stairs with a slope less than or equal to 31 the output ...

Page 36: ...ry to initiate a short descent to get back in line before starting climbing again 2 Descend an obstacle in automatic stair case x Place yourself forward near the stairs and lined up x Put in speed 1 x Select automatic stair mode which has the effect of rising the front wheels and getting traction to the caterpillar track x Begin the descent forward and very slowly using the joystick x When the tra...

Page 37: ... stops the movement beeps and automatically lowers down the front wheels Wait until the end of the operation beep leaving the joystick in neutral position x Forward a few inches to be clear of the stairs x Select road mode which has the effect of lowering the front set of wheels and getting traction on the rear wheels Note For safety reasons the system prohibits slanting descent beyond an acceptab...

Page 38: ...irs Correct the trajectory of the wheelchair to return it to the axis The angle of the obstacle exceeds the authorized limit Leave the obstacle Non compliant stairs The joystick is activated during a period of transition eg wheels going up or down Release the joystick during and until the manoeuvre is completed The speed selected is too high Reduce your speed ...

Page 39: ...endations in paragraph III 3 Safety advice and in particular the limitations dues to the use of infrared captors and the type of stair nosing The speed limit authorized is 1 to 2 during transition phases entry and exit stairs 1 to 2 during the descent of obstacle 1 to 5 during the crossing of obstacle Always begin by using the smallest speed limit authorised and increase if necessary ...

Page 40: ...e bottom of the stairs in reverse until it comes into contact with the first step x Put in speed 1 or 2 x Select manual track mode x Select front wheels mode x Activate the set of front wheel until it is completely in a high position x Go backwards until the tracks are butted up against the first step ...

Page 41: ...lance point without taking out the rear wheels the wheelchair will suddenly tilt backwards Inexperienced users must ask the help of another person to determine the position of the balance point and by holding onto the chair to help reduce the eventual tilting It is recommended to help you with the ramp of the stairs if it is possible Make sure you have arrived properly at the top floor and that th...

Page 42: ...least 30 cm from the edge x Select the front wheels mode x Activate the set of front wheels until it is completely in the low position x Select the road mode 2 Descend an obstacle in manual track mode x Place yourself forward near the stairs and lined up x Put in speed 1 x Select manual track mode ...

Page 43: ...backwards Inexperienced users must ask the help of another person to determine the position of the balance point and by holding onto the chair to help reduce the eventual tilting It is recommended to help you with the ramp of the stairs if it is possible x Select the rear wheels mode until the wheels are in high position x Follow the descent using the joystick x Reduce the speed when you arrive at...

Page 44: ...UIDE Rev11 12 44 54 x Go forward a few inches to be clear of the stairs x Select the front wheels mode until they are completely lowered x Select the road mode which has the effect of getting traction on the rear wheels ...

Page 45: ...the motor brake is located on the rear of the motor of the main wheels In disengaged state the motor brakes are off You must be careful that the wheelchair does not move in an uncontrolled manner if the ground is sloping You must always think of returning the release levers in position on after a use by pushing 1 Motor brakes declutching Switch the joystick off Turn the button of the right motor c...

Page 46: ... Push the joystick forward until the system beeps x Push the joystick backward until the system beeps x Release the joystick the system sounds a long beep The wheelchair is now locked 2 Unlocking the wheelchair x Switch on the system by pressing the on off button x Push the joystick forward until the system beeps shortly x Push the joystick backward until the system beeps shortly x Release the joy...

Page 47: ...shes The battery charge is low Batteries must be charged as soon as possible Two red lights flash Left engine not connected well Check the connection Three red lights flash The left motor is short circuited Contact your distributor Four red lights flash Right engine not connected well Check the connection Five lights flash Right motor is short circuited Contact your distributor Six lights flash Bl...

Page 48: ...nificantly depending on the surfaces Frequent use on aggressive surfaces such as concrete leads to premature wear x Tyres Check that the tyre pressure is correct x Front forks front wheels Check that the wheels turn freely Check the hold of the forks x Electronic electrical systems Control the condition and proper mounting and wiring connections x Mechanical Check the tightening of the screws Chec...

Page 49: ...ighten the bolts 30 Nm Tighten the screws with lacquer block screws WARNING if a wheel isn t tightened enough when reassembled it can come loose and could cause serious injury Repair a tyre Unscrew the valve cap Release the air in the tire by pressing the pin in the valve Unscrew the 5 screws on the back of the wheel Remove the half of the rim of the shells Remove the air chamber of the tire Repai...

Page 50: ...TOPCHAIR S USER GUIDE Rev11 12 50 54 V Replace batteries Fig 5a plan Tools A pair of pliers 11 key ...

Page 51: ...batteries Remove the rear cover Figure 5b Remove the fuse box cover and then the fuse Figure 5c Disconnect connectors C1 and C2 Remove the batteries Figure 5d Unscrew the poles GND and 24 of the batteries and the cables of the fuse FUSE1 and FUSE2 ...

Page 52: ...ies x Remove the cover fig 5b x Remove the fuse box cover and then the fuse fig 5c x Screw the battery poles fig 5d and fig 5a x Push the battery in the normal position x Connect the connectors C1 and C2 x Replace the fuse and its cover x Replace the rear cover ...

Page 53: ... sub assemblies found to be defective parts labour and transport after inspection by an authorised representative Warranty repairs must be authorised and carried out in an authorised supplier Do not return parts without obtaining prior authorisation This warranty does not apply to any failure of product due to Accidental collisions or accidents Negligence Abnormal use Improper maintenance Installa...

Page 54: ...ter of front wheels 20 cm 8 Radius of gyration 85 cm inches Maximum speed on wheels 9 2 km h Maximum speed on tracks 0 7 km h Autonomy on the flat 35 to 48 km Wheels motors 2 x 350 w Caterpillars engine 2 x 400 w Battery capacity 60 Ah Obstacle height forward in road mode 3 cm 1 8 inches Obstacle height backward in route mode 6 cm 2 3 inches Obstacle height forward in Automatic stair or Manual tra...

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