Vermeiren Forest 3+ User Manual Download Page 5

Forest 3+ 

2020-01 

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Description 

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Accessories 

The following accessories are available for the electric wheelchair Forest 3+: 

Table (B15+B13)

Headrest (L55, L58)

Pelots (side supports) for stability (L04) only available with fixed backrest

Pelvic safety belt (B58)

Crutch holder (B31)

Side plates (SE16)

Hip supports

Locking system

Cupholder (SE24)

Luggage rack (SE28)

Electric backrest inclination, seat inclination

 

1 = Backrest 

 2 = Adjustable arm pads 
 3 = Armrests 
 4 = Operator control 
 5 = Seat 
 6 = Lights (as option) 
 7 = Legrests  
 8  = Steering wheels (Front wheels) 
 9 = Foot plate 

10 = Mudguards  
11 = Battery cover 
12 = Identification plate 
13 = Driving wheels (rear wheels) 
14 = Forks 
15  = Bas

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 frame 

Summary of Contents for Forest 3+

Page 1: ...VERMEIREN Forest 3 U S E R M A N U A L ...

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Page 3: ... wheelchair 6 3 1 First ride 6 3 2 Driving outdoors 6 3 3 Operating console 8 3 4 Brake and free wheel lever 8 3 5 Moving to from wheelchair 9 3 6 Comfort adjustments 9 3 7 Suspension 11 3 8 Anti tipping B78 11 3 9 Transport 11 3 10 Battery status and charging 12 4 Maintenance 14 4 1 Time of maintenance 14 4 2 Instructions for maintenance 15 4 3 Troubleshooting 15 4 4 Reuse 16 4 5 End of use 16 5 ...

Page 4: ...asis This manual reflects the latest product developments Vermeiren has the right to implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products previously delivered Pictures of the product are used to clarify the instructions in this manual Details of the depicted product may deviate from your product Information available On our website http www vermeire...

Page 5: ...lable with fixed backrest Pelvic safety belt B58 Crutch holder B31 Side plates SE16 Hip supports Locking system Cupholder SE24 Luggage rack SE28 Electric backrest inclination seat inclination 1 Backrest 2 Adjustable arm pads 3 Armrests 4 Operator control 5 Seat 6 Lights as option 7 Legrests 8 Steering wheels Front wheels 9 Foot plate 10 Mudguards 11 Battery cover 12 Identification plate 13 Driving...

Page 6: ...uence of alcohol medicines or other substances that may influence your driving abilities Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient temperature solar radiation heating devices or due to the motor drive during the ride Be careful when touching Wear protective clothing if the weather is cold After a ride wait until the wheelchair motor has cooled down Before ...

Page 7: ... by wheels or other moving parts during use 2 3 Explanation of symbols The symbols in following list are applicable to your wheelchair Symbols can be found in the relevant ISO standard ISO 7000 ISO 7001 and IEC 417 Maximum weight of the user in kg Indoor outdoor use battery charger excluded Indoor use only battery charger Maximum safe slope in degrees Maximum speed Type designation Risk of entrapm...

Page 8: ...Obtain support from an attendant The surface of the controller gets slightly warm during use While driving backwards the speed is reduced 1 Make sure that the wheelchair is on a flat surface the battery is fully loaded see 3 10 The motor is coupled see 3 4 the tyres have the correct tyre pressure see 4 2 the wheelchair is adapted to your needs and comfort see 3 6 you have the proper sitting positi...

Page 9: ... in chapter 5 Always approach a kerb from the front Do not put your wheelchair in free wheel mode on a slope The wheelchair may start moving causing injuries to you or bystanders Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator or stairs Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load Risk of damage Always park your electric wheelchair on horizontal flat surfaces and on sites t...

Page 10: ...c power shutdown system This system switches off the operating console automatically when it is not operated for a while If this occurs simply switch your console back on 3 4 Brake and free wheel lever Risk of injuries or damage Only operate the free wheel lever when your wheelchair is turned OFF An attendant should operate the free wheel lever NEVER operate it from sitting position Do not use the...

Page 11: ...ut your feet on the footplates 3 Replace armrests if applicable 4 Make sure that your upper legs are horizontal and that your feet are in a comfortable position Adjust if necessary see the installation manual 5 Make sure that your arms are bent and are resting comfortably on the arm pads Adjust if necessary see 3 6 1 and 3 6 2 Adjusting to stable position For transport purposes and when you need t...

Page 12: ...the arm pad at the desired angle 4 Turn the star knob clockwise until it is finger tight 5 Repeat this for the second arm pad 6 Make sure that both arm pads are firmly secured 3 6 3 Mounting or removing the footrests The wheelchair has two footrests that can be folded away to the side with a 3 point attachment system 1 2 3 on the figure below This system provides a steady play free connection of t...

Page 13: ...Risk of injuries Check that the anti tipping is working before driving with the electric wheelchair For your safety your electric wheelchair is equipped with an anti tipping that works with a suspension system When crossing small obstacles no higher than 70 mm it tips back a little yet overtipping is prevented by a stopping mechanism Do not remove the anti tipping device as your wheelchair will no...

Page 14: ... in the car Use a van to transport the wheelchair The best way to transport your electric wheelchair in the van is to drive the electric wheelchair in the van by using ramps When you are not experienced to drive the electric wheelchair by using ramps you can also put the wheelchair in neutral mode and push the wheelchair in the van by using ramps Attach the wheelchair in the van with the transport...

Page 15: ...nection point for the battery charger free of dust and other contamination In case of any problems whereby the battery cannot be charged according to following instructions please contact your specialist dealer For instructions on how to change the batteries see the installation manual For all information on battery status indication please read the manual of the operating console It is recommende...

Page 16: ...us charge the battery when necessary see 3 10 Operating console battery power module motors battery charger lights and relevant cables no damage such as wires that have become frayed broken or exposed Condition of wheels tyres see 4 2 1 Condition of frame parts no deformation instability weakness or loose connections Seat backrest arm pads calf pads and head rest if applied no excessive wear like ...

Page 17: ...ing agents to clean Keep the ventilation openings of the battery charger clean and free of accumulated dust Blow away the dust and clean the battery charger enclosure with a slightly moistened cloth if required 4 2 3 Disinfection Risk of damage Disinfections may only be undertaken by trained persons Consult your specialist dealer 4 3 Troubleshooting Even if you use your wheelchair properly a techn...

Page 18: ...es that exceed the maximum gradient indicated in chapter 5 the nominal load exceeds its upper limit To use the wheelchair again place joystick in neutral remove the overload and wait until the motor has cooled down 4 4 Reuse Before each reuse have the wheelchair disinfected inspected and serviced according to the instructions in 4 1 and 4 2 4 5 End of use At end of life you need to dispose of your...

Page 19: ...mm 870 mm Max speed 6 km h 10 km h Continuous driving distance range Approx 49 km Approx 49 km Overall length 1145 mm 1163 mm seat angle 2 Overall height 1100 mm seat angle 2 Folded dismantled length footrests removed 847 mm seat angle 2 Folded dismantled width Not applicable Folded dismantled height Not applicable Total mass 134 35 kg Mass of heaviest part that can be dismantled or removed Frame ...

Page 20: ...0 mm Reversing width 1400 mm Diameter Rear wheels number Racing 350 x 70 mm air 2 Tyre pressure rear wheels Max 3 5 bar Diameter front wheels number 260 x 85 mm air 2 Tyre pressure front wheels Max 3 5 bar Noise level 65 dB A Storage and use temperature 5 C to 41 C Operating temperature of the electronics 10 C to 40 C Storage and use humidity 30 70 We reserve the right to introduce technical chang...

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Page 24: ...any every product sold Version B 2020 01 All rights reserved including translation No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form what so ever print photocopy microfilm or any other process without written permission of the publisher or processed duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems R E Vermeiren GROUP Vermeirenplein 1 15 2920 Kalmthout Belgium User manual Forest 3 _EN_W2016...

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