1.2. sitting position
A correct sitting position is achieved when the chair back is placed
with approx. three fingers of space between the front edge of the
seat and the hollows of the knees. The chair back can be moved
(using tools) forwards and backwards above the seat to adjust the
seat depth (see 1.2.6.). The armrests are in the correct position
when the user is sitting up straight with elbows in to the body and
arms resting comfortably without lifting the shoulder blades.
1.2.1. armrests, fixed
The height of the armrests can be adjusted by loosening the bolt
(using tools) on the armrest bar. Tighten again at the desired
height. The depth of the armrests, i.e. position in relation to the
front edge of the seat, can be adjusted by loosening the two bolts
in the armrest support.
The armrests can then be pushed forward and backward on the
seat’s c-rail. Tighten again in the desired position.
1.2.2. armrests, folding
As an optional feature, the VELA Blues 200 powerchair can be
equipped with folding armrests. The height of the armrests can
be adjusted by loosening the handle on the armrest bar. Tighten
again in the desired position. It is possible to adjust the angle of the
armrest pillow by adjusting the top screw on the armrest bar (visible
when folded up).
1.2.3. seat height
The VELA Blues 200 has an electric seat lift as standard equipment.
The electric lift function is operated (standard) from the control box.
Choose the electric lift function by pressing the function button
and pushing the joystick forwards to move the seat up or back-
wards to move the seat down. Depending on how the powerchair
is equipped, the electric lift function may be located in a tilt switch
(optional).
note!
For safety reasons, the electric lift must be at the lowest
position before driving on uneven terrain or sloping surfaces, before
driving the chair long distances or before operation at the highest
speed.
note!
For your own safety, the powerchair is equipped with an
automatic safety circuit that reduces the speed by 50% when the
electric tilt is raised 7 cm or more above the lowest position.
3.1.2. Battery charging Unit
Batteries are charged using the accompanying charging unit (e.g.
Classic 8A). The charging time is approx. 8 hours, depending on
battery status. It is recommended that the batteries be charged
every night. The Universal 6a charging unit is fully automatic and
controls power and voltage during charging. When the batteries
are fully charged, power consumption will be minimal, so you can
safely leave the charging unit connected until the next time you use
your VELA Blues 200.
3.1.3. What to do
1. Park the chair and turn off the power (press the I/0 button).
2. Plug the charging unit into the socket on the front of the un-
derside of the control box.
note!
The chair cannot be turned
on when the charging unit is connected.
3. Plug the charging unit to the mains power (230 V) and turn it
on. The yellow light on the front panel of the charger shows
that the batteries are being charged.
4. When the batteries are fully charged, the ‘completed’ light on
the front panel of the charger will be green.
note!
For extended periods of disuse (days/weeks/months), the
battery charger should be connected to ensure optimum power
when your VELA Blues 200 is used again.
note!
In some cases, batteries that have been run down too far
(flat) cannot be recharged by the Universal 6a charging unit. This is
for your own safety, because dangerous vapours can develop when
flat batteries are recharged.Call your VELA service technician.
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