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Instruction Manual

Electric Wheelchair

Ascend

NV VERMEIREN BELGIUM

Vermeirenplein 1/15 • 2920 Kalmthout
Telephone: +32 (0)3 620 20 20 • Telefax: +32 (0)3 666 48 94

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Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Electric Wheelchair Ascend NV VERMEIREN BELGIUM Vermeirenplein 1 15 2920 Kalmthout Telephone 32 0 3 620 20 20 Telefax 32 0 3 666 48 94 ...

Page 2: ...st accompany every wheelchair sold 1st Edition 2006 All rights reserved including translation No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form whatsoever print photocopy microfilm or any other process without the written permission of the publisher or processed duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems Vermeiren 2006 ...

Page 3: ...harging the batteries 11 Removal and replacement of the batteries 12 Connecting the batteries 12 Battery storage 13 Tyres 13 Changing the tyres 13 Pushing the wheelchair 14 Transporting the wheelchair 15 Transporting by car 16 Moving over ramps 16 Accessories 17 Individual headrests L58 17 Leg supports 17 Personal safety system B58 17 Anti tipping B78 18 Body supports L04 18 For your safety 19 Ser...

Page 4: ...alist dealer TECHNICAL DETAILS given in terms of the standard adjustments when delivered the total length height might be quite different when other leg and head supports are used Length without leg supports 90 cm steering included Length with leg supports 116 cm Height backrest included 105 cm Width depends on the width of the seat 68 71 cm Seat depth 43 cm 51 cm Height of seat 55 cm 97 cm Height...

Page 5: ...r electric wheelchair and their use we recommend that you should read the following pages carefully APPLICABILITY The many types of equipment and accessories as well as the modular construction allow full use by persons disabled by Paralysis Loss of limbs leg amputation Limb defects deformation Stiff or damaged joints Illnesses like heart insufficiencies and poor circulation balance disturbances o...

Page 6: ... System Status LED will illuminate Press the on off button again to turn the power off To turn the right indicator 3 on off press and release short press the right indicator button To toggle the hazard lights on off press and hold long press the right indicator button Pressing the horn 5 button will sound the horn for as long as the button is pressed To turn the left indicator 2 on off press and r...

Page 7: ...ure that all external plugs battery charger and programming unit are removed before setting the wheelchair in motion L Make sure that the steering lever is in the neutral central position when pressing the on off button otherwise the electronics will be blocked This barrier can be lifted by switching the steering unit off and then on again L Always adapt your travelling speed to the current enviro...

Page 8: ... inclination of the seat function 8 on page 6 using the joystick by pushing it sidewards The control lamp indicates which function you have selected You can adjust the slope of the seat by pushing the joystick forwards or pulling it backwards For easier stowing of the electric wheelchair in a vehicle the back can be folded forwards after removing the seat or backwards Under the seat on the left ha...

Page 9: ... seat is lifted since this could cause serious damage and or injury FOOTRESTS The basic model of your electric wheelchair is equipped with leg supports which allow your legs to lie comfortably You can adjust the length of the foot supports smoothly turn them aside or even remove them completely These adjustments should be carried out by a third person with the required technical knowledge Consult ...

Page 10: ...shing it downwards You only have to turn the screw 90 and pull it The width of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening screw 2 and pulling the armrest outwards or pushing it inwards You only have to turn the screw 90 and pull it downwards To release the whole armrest you have to loosen screw 2 and pull the whole armrest outwards L Make sure all fixing screws are properly tightened before using t...

Page 11: ... Kindly also observe the accompanying operational instructions L When recharging in the yellow and green range the batteries lose capacity and your wheelchair loses travelling range after a while L The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by incorrect charging When you insert the three point plug of the battery charger into the socket on the steering unit provided for this purpose there is...

Page 12: ...hair L Both connectors of the batteries one at the front and the other at the rear must be plugged in first otherwise there is no connection to the electronics L Make sure the plugs are connected properly after replacing the batteries L These activities should be undertaken by the specialist dealer L Make sure no tools or other conducting objects make contact with both poles of the batteries other...

Page 13: ...advise you as to which combinations are suitable for your individual requirements L Make sure the wheels are always inflated correctly otherwise the driving behaviour might be affected The correct pressures for the tyres are given in the chapter Technical details In addition you should always check the pressure values appearing on the tyres themselves L We do not accept any guarantee for wheels no...

Page 14: ... the proper pressure and replace the valve cap L Check if no objects or body parts are caught between the tyre and the edge of the rim since it could cause damage or injury L Improper assembly voids any warranty claim L When inflating the tyres always check if the pressure is correct This is given on the side of the tyre see also Technical details L Use only inflation pumps which comply with the r...

Page 15: ...ly attached to solid parts of the frame If you require to be moved upwards or downwards on a staircase remove the anti tipping guard and tip the wheelchair slightly backwards Now the wheelchair can be rolled forwards step by step on the driving wheels After the leg supports have been removed another person safeguards the wheelchair in front by grasping the front wheel suspensions and walking backw...

Page 16: ... trams trains etc you should ask the operator concerned about the possibility of and the requirements for getting the wheelchair safely to the intended destinations L We do not accept any responsibility for damages and or injuries caused by transportation by third parties Such transportation occurs at your own risk If you have further questions about transportation kindly consult your specialist d...

Page 17: ...reak off thus possibly causing injuries as well as being functionally useless If the headrest is changed structurally no liability can be accepted z LEG SUPPORTS If the leg supports supplied with the wheelchair do not meet your requirements you could consider leg supports with adjustable height Because the footrest attachment is standardized it can be assembled in the same way as described in the ...

Page 18: ... slide into the bushing 1 welded on the back frame of the wheelchair Make sure the bolt 2 is in the right direction to allow a good fixation To adjust the depth of the side support you can loosen the bolt 3 and set the side supports to the desired depth To adjust the width you can loosen the 2 bolts 4 and modify the angles defined by the tooth adjustments L Make sure all screws are properly tighte...

Page 19: ...he prevailing weather and street conditions L Check the rear reflectors of your wheelchair are not covered by dirt and or other objects L When driving in the dark wear bright clothing to be more visible or clothing with reflectors and make sure that the reflectors of the wheelchair are clearly visible L Be very careful with fire especially burning cigarettes the seat and back covers could be ignit...

Page 20: ...not exhibit visible damage Check the resistance of protective conductors 0 according to VDE 0751 1 Check the functioning of the armrests and leg supports locking loading deformation wear and tear caused by loading Check the functioning of the drives during a test drive Æ noises speed free running etc power down e g current limiting final switch if necessary Measure the performance first with no lo...

Page 21: ...varnish obtainable from your specialist dealer Oil the moving parts occasionally see the section on servicing This will ensure you to enjoy your wheelchair for a long time The chrome parts only require rubbing with a dry cloth at first Dull places or stubborn dirt should be treated with a suitable chrome polish If steel parts are lightly greased with Vaseline early dulling of the chrome can be avo...

Page 22: ... have to be considered Disinfective substances may only be applied by authorised professional staff trained in the functioning and application of disinfectives L Wear suitable protective clothing because the disinfectants can irritate the skin on contact For this purpose you should also take note of the product information of the solutions concerned L Unauthorised persons are employed at your own ...

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Page 24: ...tective gloves because the disinfectants can irritate the skin on contact For this purpose you should also take note of the product information of the solutions concerned L Unauthorised persons are employed at your own risk L No liability is accepted by the manufacturer of the wheelchair for damage and injury caused by the improper handling of disinfectants For further queries about disinfection k...

Page 25: ...lectronic wheelchairs Model ASCEND 0000 are made in full compliance with the following European guidelines including the latest changes and with the national laws which formulate these guidelines EU RL 93 42 EWG Medical products and that the following harmonised European standards are maintained EN 1041 EN 1441 EN 12182 EN 12184 EN 55011 Date 01 January 2006 Place Kalmthout Belgium Signature Name ...

Page 26: ...her they are defective or have blown out 1 z _ z _ z _ z _ z _ One of the DX modules is defective steering power lamps If the diode of the driving program indicator 1 2 3 4 5 flashes the steering unit must be replaced If the diode of the power module flashes this module must be replaced If the diode of the lamp module flashes this module must be replaced N B If the steering unit has to be replaced...

Page 27: ...y direction you like If the steering relay now clicks twice and a fault is indicated in the left motor then the steering unit is in order If another fault is indicated and the steering relay does not click twice the Steering unit is defective 3 Check the motors as described under 3 and 4 N B If a fault is shown in one motor while driving it could be indicated as a steering fault 7 zzzzzzz _ zzzzzz...

Page 28: ...an emerge 10 zzzzzzzzzz _ zzzzzzzzzz _ Faulty communication between several components 1 Check the status indicators of the moment 2 Check whether the plug connections are properly engaged 3 Check the cables and plug connectors for corrosion and damage 11 zzzzzzzzzzz _ zzzzzzzzzzz _ Resting phases of the motors The system switches off automatically when the programmed running times of the motors a...

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