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1. decon wheel User manual eWalk Updated April 2014 Robert Larsson e Ao A SS a a pe de ei ETER tee PND L E 4 io mh 2S i e ae mo mh Em nim SP ot me PESA SA US Ne samail t Ta S J DA 93 42 EEC Medical Device Directive Class Hyltebruk 20110315 Zz aes haca easca ssevr everett aeerrerererrerrr etree ere eee ee Benny Andersson lt 2 decon wheel Preface Many thanks for choosing the e walk braking and pushing aid The e walk s well thought out design functionality and quality will not disappoint you To get the most out of the e walk please read the instructions for use carefully before beginning to use it These instructions contain important safety information and valuable tips on correct use and care of the e walk The e walk helps the person accompanying the wheelchair user to brake and push and is operated exclusively by the accompanying person lf you have any questions please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your e walk and who adapted it to your wheelchair The dealer will also be happy to provide information about our other products p 3 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Table of contents BO iim mmm mmmmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrmmmrmmmmrmrmrmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmrmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrmvmmmmmmmmrmHHacN E denen 3 Table of contents 4 Safety information 5 De MS AMG SYMMONS cess ace cet2. If you do so it may cause mail functions which are not included in warranty Fitting the controller Illustration 12 Fitting the controller The controller can be fitted either to the left hand or the right hand pushing arm To do so push the controller on to the tube of the pushing arm and tighten the attaching screw underneath Make sure the controller is securely attached and does not wobble To remove the controller simply unscrew the attaching screw Switching ON and OFF Switch on using the toggle switch arrow in order to drive using the e walk The battery readout shows the e walk s battery level and operational status Selecting the speed The maximum speed can be throttle as far as it will go symbol maximum speed will not brake if you release the lever p 15 26 Updated April 2014 Illustration 14 Speed knob exceeded The motor will automatically set independenily of the throttle The maximum speed 5 5 km h is reached by turning the knob clockwise to the maximum setting to the right hare symbol and moving the The maximum speed can be reduced by turning the knob anticlockwise tortoise be decon wheel riving The speed can be adjusted using the lever shown in Illustration 11 Select the maximum speed using the knob with the hare and tortoise symbols The more you squeeze the lever the faster you will go though the selected Going forwards and reversing Switch the direction s
3. If there are none clamp adapters must be used This makes it possible to remove the eWalk from the wheelchair completely and without leaving anything behind and if necessary use it again with another wheelchair NB Only authorised dealers should fit adapter plates and carry out adjustments Illustration 4 Adapter plate Important Check that the adapter plates are securely seated every week Contact your specialist supplier if any screw connections have worked loose The drive lock and or the lever to activate the braking and pushing aid will be fitted and adjusted by your dealer Updated April 2014 p 10 26 lt 3 decon wheel Adjusting the seat width The eWalk braking and pushing aid can easily be adjusted to wheelchairs of various widths Please make sure the adapter plates are correctly fitted for your wheelchair This will allow the eWalk to be used by various wheelchair users Required tool SW4 Allen key Illustration 5 e Each of the two side sections is attached using two grub screws e First unscrew the screws on the two side sections i D Illustration 6 Unscrew grub screws e Push the side sections in so that you can push the drive unit into a central position between the adapter plates e Pull the side sections outwards so that they fit closely against the adapter plates e Tighten the grub screws again so that the side sections are secured Illustration 7 Adjust the side sections p
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5. 11 26 Updated April 2014 lt 2 decon Wheel Attachment to the wheelchair Connection of the braking and pushing aid to the wheelchair is simple Proceed as follows NB Activate the wheelchair s parking brakes Is 2 3 4 bh Assemble the control unit Lift up and push the eWalk onto the wheelchair from behind and make sure that you lift over the rear pins of the bracket Keep pushing until you ensuring that the front recesses in the side sections of the eWalk fit snugly to the adapter plates front attachment pins Lower the eWalk onto the rear pins of the bracket until you hear a locking click Initially set the drive to pushing mode by using the handle See picture below Illustration 8 Sticker of Attaching the eWalk A N NB The connecting cables must not restrict the accompanying person s freedom of movement Also avoid bending or jamming them in Updated April 2014 p 12 26 lt 2 0econ Wheel Removal from the wheelchair Removing the eWalk is straightforward and easy NB Activate the wheelchair s parking brakes 1 Pull up the handle until the drive wheels are up NB Beware of the clip risk 2 Activate one of the yellow locking lever by pressing the lever with the feet thereby releasing the locking device on the adapter plates 3 Keep the feet on lever while you lift up the eWalk 4 Now pull the eWalk from the guide Release the controller from the wheelchair Illustrat
6. accidentally come too close to a control system whilst these devices are in use This can affect the braking and pushing aid s movement or braking so please observe the following recommendations in order to avoid adversely affecting the functioning of your braking and pushing aid The following warnings should reduce the risk of accidentally triggering braking A N or forward motion of the braking and pushing aid which could lead to serious injury e No use of portable transmitting receiving devices such as CB radios or other portable devices in operational mode e g mobile phones whilst you re braking and pushing aid is switched on e Beware of nearby transmitters e g radio and TV transmitters and try to avoid them e Should the brakes accidentally be applied or should the eWalk accidentally move forwards and then switch it off as soon as it is safe to do so e Note that adding accessories and components or modifying the braking and pushing aid may make it more liable to react to electromagnetic waves e Tell your dealer about any unintentional movements and braking and determine whether there are any sources of electromagnetic radio disturbance nearby NB The e walk itself can also cause disturbances as a result of A N electromagnetic fields If you observe any such disturbances remove the e walk from operation and tell your dealer or notify Decon Wheel directly Updated April 2014 p 6 26 lt 3 decon wheel General info
7. al and electronic components do not come into contact with water Do not use high pressure or steam cleaners User inspections Before starting each trip check that the tyres are intact Once a month check the tyre tread which should be at least 1 mm Defective or worn tyres must be replaced by a dealer Maintenance instructions for dealers We recommend that a dealer inspect the braking and pushing aid at least once a year If the braking and pushing aid is faulty or defective it should immediately be repaired by a dealer Repairs Please contact your dealer or Decon Wheel directly for repairs and to order spare parts Settings and repairs are to be left to the authorised dealer who will be given detailed instructions and tool lists on request Updated April 2014 p 22 26 lt 3 decon wheel Disposal Please contact your dealer when yours braking and pushing aid is no longer in use and is to be disposed of If you wish to undertake disposal yourself please contact the local waste disposal company in accordance with local waste disposal regulations Passing the unit on The eWalk has been designed for reuse When passing on the braking and pushing aid please remember to give the new user all the technical documentation necessary for safe handling The product must be cleaned by a dealer and if necessary disinfected and completely checked Guarantee The guarantee covers all product defects that can be proven to be attributable t
8. ce acetates E auagise cosaasaestvantosaseag ca aeas ea qateacacaivaates cime 5 Generalo by MORO MIO Mais oi gee acter ges cece vanicacasceceetea tor oa a 5 Information on electromagnetic compliance EMC 6 General information 7 Iris Medol Use m mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrmrmrmrmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmoiH 7 Indication Contraindication i mmmmmmmmemeeneememememenenmaemmmNeamm Nina 7 Fe Don IDIIN serere eaa e O E E E E R EE 7 Declara onor COn O mily mm mrmmmm mmmmmrmmmmrmrmmrmmmrmmmmrmmrmmmmmrmrmrmrmrmmmmmmmmrmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmH 7 Identification of the eWalk ammmmmmmmmmmmemmnenenmnmemnme mm im mNN HHIa 7 DN mm mm wwvwwwwwwwvwwwwvvwvwwvvvwwvv wwvwvuvwwwwwvv wvvvvwwvwvwvv avvvwvwvv vwvwwvvwwwv wvwvvvvwvwvwwwvwwwvvvwvwvvvvvvvvv 8 SCOPE Ol CITY mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmrmmmmrmmmmm mmmrmammrmmrmmmmmmmmmmmrmrmkvmrmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmicHH 8 PACK ACIS ma meis Minccino o eaa EAER a ARa N eE Aa PARES ONE A RECAE OEREO RIES 8 Fitting 10 Bea TS daer AUG ei A E E E N A E E neacteesstnceoaceecies 10 Ad IS I Tie eaea N rE E E E O E A TE EEA E ETS 11 Attachment to the wheelchait cccccccsceccccecccscsccecececscnccecececseecececscsenecececseseaeeetecseseeeecscsesesestssseseaceecsesencaseseeess 12 Removal from the Wheelchair c cccccsceccccececsceccecececscnccececscseecececscseeaececseseeeecseseseneeecscseseecesseseseasescecsescaseececes 13 Extended handles 13 Alternative asse
9. e tackled in pushing mode disconnected negative drive e Ledges and pavement edges are to be handled with the e walk switched off and disconnected e Only use your e walk on a smooth firm surface e lf possible charge your e walk s batteries after each trip e When eWalk is mounted onto a wheelchair it should be in a condition of a new eWalk e Remember that a wheelchair is not built for use of an engine and this because it is increase the load of the wheelchair e In particular care should be taken when the road surface is tilted and where the ground is uneven or soft e Something that will have greater strain is the link wheels It reduces the load on these to increase the diameter size of the link wheels e The link wheels shall have a minimum diameter of 150 mm e More advanced wheelchairs with seat back tilt functions can sometimes not be exploited to the full and tilt functions can be hindered by the eWalk assembly Caution so that these features will not be damaged by the eWalk assembly A N NB Any misuse of the e walk may cause injury to the wheelchair occupant the accompanying person or third parties p 5 26 Updated April 2014 lt 2 decon Wheel Information on electromagnetic compliance EMC Since electromagnetic disturbances become stronger the closer you get to emitting aerial electromagnetic fields from portable radio sources are of particular significance It is possible for high levels of electromagnetic energy to
10. ion 9 Sticker of Removing the e walk Extended handles eel F Placering Artikel Nummer Antal Beskrivning 1 380106 2 Gummi handtag 2 380105 2 Gummi handtag 3 XSMBX65 2 Skruv M8 x65 4 100 400 002 2 Distans 5 380108 2 Forlangnings handtag 6 380107 2 F rlangnings handtag 7 8500 2 Rawl plugg Illustration 10 Assembly of Extended handles p 13 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon Wheel Alternative assembly of the control unit 4 2 3 4 item No Part Number Qty 350860 1 350861 1 XSM5X10 2 XSM5X12 1 Center placed Control unit Side placed Control unit Description Viper Bracket STD Screw Socket M5 x10 Screw Socket M5 x 12 Item No PartNumber Qty Description 1 XSM5X10 2 Screw Socket M5 x 10 2 350862 1 Side placed Bracket 3 XSM5X14 2 Screw i Socket M5 x 14 4 XSM5ML 2 Nut Self Locking M5 5 350860 1 Wiper 6 380030 1 Control unit holder Assy Illustration 11 Assemble the control unit on the handle Updated April 2014 p 14 26 lt 3 decon wheel Using the controller Controller The eWalk is eguipped with a programmable controller Acceleration deceleration and speed can be adjusted thereby changing the braking and driving properties NB Only your dealer or Decon Wheel in consultation with your doctor or therapist may change the programming A N Warning You should not open the control unit because it is calibrated with precision
11. ion in the respective context General safety information Before use always check that all attached parts are properly secured and that the adaptation to the wheelchair is safe To avoid falls and dangerous situations you should initially learn to use your e walk on an even surface allowing good visibility It is absolutely necessary that the operator be briefed on the handling and given an explanation of all functions The accompanying person must be mentally and physically able to operate the braking and pushing aid safely and without endangering the wheelchair occupant him or herself or third parties A record must be kept of the briefing and the dealer and the user must sign it The manufacturer s specifications for the wheelchair such as air pressure maximum incline and maximum user load must be observed Only authorised dealers may attach the mounting for the e walk e Ensure that the mounting fits the model of wheelchair e The instructions for use of your wheelchair must be adhered to e When using the braking and pushing aid the maximum user load for your wheelchair must not be exceeded e Anti tilt wheels are advisable for inclines of 7 and greater e The e walk may only be operated by an accompanying person e The wheelchair user must under no circumstances use the e walk to power the wheelchair e The e walk must not be used for uphill or downhill slopes of over 10 e Uphill and downhill slopes must under no circumstances b
12. lacing the batteries Please consult your dealer about replacing the batteries A N NB Only authorised dealers should replace the batteries NB EU directive WEEE 2002 96 CE states that battery chargers constitute electrical waste Any collection facility will receive and disposed of them free of charge This product may contain substances and incorrect disposal may harm the environment Protect your environment by taking the product and the batteries to an official collection facility for recycling at the end of their life Updated April 2014 p 18 26 lt gt Self help decon Wheel Here is a list of error codes Look at the control unit and see how many bars that are flashing compare it and follow what to do always try this before you contact your service partner 3 Bar HENE Ch e CF y 10 Bar AREA Battery power low or poor contact to battery Check battery connections and cables Charge the battery Poor contact to Engine Poor contact to Control unit Check connections and cables lt is a short circuit between Battery and the engine Contact service center Freewheel function is active or the manuell function is active Check handles Contact service center Not in use Charger not disconnected or throttle handle not start position Disconnect charger or set throttle handle in start position The throttle handle not start position Set throttle handle in start position The throttle ha
13. livery check The eWalk braking and pushing aid is supplied by your dealer ready for operation This includes e Adapter mounted on wheelchair ready for attachment of the eWalk e Installation of the battery pack e Attachment of the controller to the right or left hand side of the wheelchair s pushing arm p a a EI sarS2 Illustration 2 Product overview Scope of delivery The scope of standard delivery includes Battery pack Controller Drive unit Charger Extended handle Instructions for Use Adapter for attachment to wheelchair wor a a iii Packaging and freight Please contact your dealer or contact Decon Wheel directly if the eWalk needs to be sent separately for repair or return We will send you a freight container or will collect the device ourselves Updated April 2014 p 8 26 lt 2 decon wheel Push arm Controller Battery Push mode handle Anti tip devices Adapter plate Illustration 3 Product description p 9 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Fitting Fitting the adapter plates Since you can attach the eWalk to all common types of wheelchair using different adapter plates the adapter plate attached to your wheelchair may differ from the one shown in these instructions To make the eWalk function with your wheelchair the appropriate adapter plates must be attached If there are drill holes in the wheelchair frame these must be used to attach the adapter
14. mbly of the control unit 14 Using the controller 15 MN ii r ene e E e A E N EIE e a A E e AE A e EA A A e E 15 Piina TG COMMON CT essare R er ERNE iAP E SOERA E E AEREN ER EREE ERENT 15 S ON amd E E A N E A T 15 SCICCUING TNS SC CO E EEEE E E A A N E E EE T 15 D e E E E E T E E E EEO E E E E TES 16 Goine forwards and TEV CSI Get cecntantccencaeideseasancdensacnscsoduniieeeonnhinanadehdtieceavcxaatentitensnabsiasneabdieataenersatendiadacteniuiardenidinixenstie 16 Bt AS and a mwwwwvwwwwwvwwuuuvwwwwaevwwvvwwuuwvwwvuwuvwvuvwwvwvwwvvvvvvvvvvvv 16 Batteries 17 Rociar mo Tepai o E en E 17 Mounting or dismounting the battery pack 18 NiMH Batteri Reset 18 BSAC UN Me DUCE eere oe E S E E E E 18 E E e E E E E E E E E E E 19 If the system is powerless 19 Sde DO E E E E E E E E e E EA E TEE EEE EE E 20 Taano e a e a E 20 Technical data 21 Care instructions for users 22 Ce e E E E S 22 Heer MISO CRO ING 5 osteo E E E E EEE EE EEES 22 Maintenance instructions for dealers 22 Repairs 22 Disposal 23 Passing the unit on 23 Guarantee 23 Briefing 24 Own notes 25 Updated April 2014 p 4 26 lt 3 decon Wheel Safety information Signs and symbols A N NB Denotes information of particular relevance to safety Observe instructions for use il Important Denotes particularly useful information for the particular context Transport bracket for a secure transportation of the eWalk Hazardous Goods Select particularly useful informat
15. ndle problem Det ar nagot fel pa gasen Se till att alla kopplingar sitter stadigt Parking brake has poor contact Check connection between sDrive Engine Control unit had been exposed for to high voltage Throttle handle not in start position when power switch on Check charger cable and connectors Check throttle handle position If the system Is powerless Lead LiFePO battery e Check that the battery is uploaded e Check the fuses e Check for poor contact in cables and connections NiMH battery e Check if the battery only is turned off See Chapter NiMH Battery Reset e Check the fuses e Check for poor contact in cables and connections p 19 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Side beams Side beams are in three sizes The wheelchairs Width depends with side beams you shall have NB Ex Wheelchairs seat width Adapter plate scalability dimensions ca 40 50 mm The new wheelchair seat width Those now a side beam with the new seat width Left side beam Right side beam Available products Left side beam seat Width 38 45 Part Number 350160A Right side beam seat Width 38 45 Part Number 350155A Left side beam seat Width 45 53 Part Number 350160B Right side beam seat Width 45 53 Part Number 350155B Left side beam seat Width 53 60 Part Number 350160C Right side beam seat Width 53 60 Part Number 350155C Transport information The eWalk have transport bracket During
16. o material or manufacturing faults The guarantee and product liability do not cover damage caused by natural wear negligence deliberate actions and or improper operation or use The same applies to the exchange or replacement of original components with third party parts or copies of the original parts and the use of unsuitable cleaning agents lubricant oils and or greases This guarantee expires 24 months after delivery of the braking and pushing aid We guarantee a battery life of 12 months p 23 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Briefing Briefing by the dealer will make for safe use of the product Please have all functions and usage explained and the first time carry them out under the supervision of a dealer Note the following points during the briefing Connecting the braking and pushing aid Removing the braking and pushing aid Connecting the operating unit Functions of the operating unit Driving forwards and reversing Driving uphill and downhill Pushing operation Recharging Reference to the contents of the instructions for use Date Signature Stamp Signature Dealer Accompanying person Please use for copies if several people are to be given a briefing Updated April 2014 p 24 26 lt 3 decon wheel Own notes p 25 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Guarantee Model SN Dealer Date and stamp Decon Wheel AB S dra Ekeryd 115 SE 31493 Hyltebruk SWEDEN Tel 46
17. rged Avoid running the batteries completely flat by recharging them after each use The batteries can discharge themselves if not used for a time and lose their capacity After a few recharging discharging cycles they will be at full capacity again Illustration 18 Charging socket Recharging the batteries Use the accompanying charger to recharge the batteries The batteries do not have to be removed for recharging e Push the cover to the side e Switch off the braking and pushing aid e Plug the charger plug into the recharge socket e Plug the charger s mains plug into the socket e Recharging will start automatically e he charger s LED display will indicate the charger s current operational status Red light on Charging Yellow light on Charger not connected not charging e Remove the plug from the socket after recharging the batteries e Close the cover back p 17 26 Updated April 2014 lt 2 Cecorn Wheel Mounting or dismounting the battery pack 1 Pull up the black hood 2 Connector shall mount dismounted 3 Release the charger connector only NiMH battery 4 Tension Release battery belt Illustration 19 Battery connectors NiMH Batteri Reset When NiMH battery timer function has turn off the battery 4 hours then you have to reset the battery by press 2 times on the reset button for activate The button is placed on top of the hood See picture bellow Illustration 20 NiMH Batteri Reset Rep
18. rmation Intended area of use The eWalk is intended as a supplementary drive for manual wheelchairs and for indoor and outdoor use The eWalk is intended exclusively for the conveyance of others that is to say to help an accompanying person push and brake a wheelchair with occupant Indication Contraindication The eWalk helps an accompanying person push and brake the wheelchair and facilitates longer trips Use of the eWalk is advisable if the wheelchair user cannot propel him or herself and the accompanying person is not strong enough to push the wheelchair The accompanying person must be physically and mentally able to operate the eWalk safely in all situations Responsibility As the manufacturer we are only responsible for the safety reliability and suitability of our products if modifications additions repairs and maintenance are carried out solely by persons we have authorised and use of the braking and pushing aid is in accordance with all the instructions for use Declaration of conformity As the manufacturer of the product Decon Wheel AB declares that the eWalk braking and pushing aid fully meets the requirements of EU Council Directive 93 42 Identification of the eWalk Identification sticker is placed on top of the engine plate see pictures below Model Serial Number Production year month Illustration 1 Identification sticker p 7 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon Wheel Product and delivery overview De
19. transport e Turn off the eWalk e For transporting the wheelchair see Wheelchair manufacturer s instructions e Secure the eWalk by tie the eWalk in the transport brackets and round the front axle NB This transport brackets are not for secure the wheelchair Left side Right side A Remember to always follow the wheelchair manufacturer s instructions about transportation Updated April 2014 p 20 26 lt 3 decon Wheel Technical data Controller S drive PG 200W Battery Lead 24 V 12 AH NiMH 24 V 9 6 AH LiFePO4 24V 15Ah Charger through lacquering Si aa Dimensions Weight O T Weight of batteries Lead 8 kg NiMH 2 5 kg LiFePO4 3 95 kg Solid rubber es nn MHgHuAMXMgCgMHdHH Driving properties ma Forward speed 5 5 km h 2 6 km h Range 16 km lead 19 km NiMH 22 km LiFePO4 Max gradient BU Max obstacle height Od 150 kg p 21 26 Updated April 2014 lt 3 decon wheel Care instructions for users Use a standard mild cleaning agent to clean the e walk Standard surface disinfectants are suitable for disinfection Cleaning To clean the e walk switch it off and disconnect it from the wheelchair e Clean the drive wheels using compressed air or a dry plastic brush e Wipe the frame and operating unit of the drive unit clean with a damp cloth using a mild cleaning agent it they are very dirty e Disinfect the operating unit using a standard surface disinfectant NB Make sure the electric
20. witch to FW forwards to go forwards If you slowly squeeze the throttle the eWalk will start gradually The speed of the drive depends on the degree of activation and the preselected maximum speed Switch the direction switch to RW rearwards to reverse The wheelchair is steered in the same way as a normal manual wheelchair by using the pushing arms to direct it Braking and pushing The wheelchair can be also pushed with the braking and pushing aid connected both with and without electrical drive lf the drive lever is in the lower position as in the illustration then the pushing aid is connected If you push the drive lever upwards it will be disconnected and the wheelchair will Illustration 17 Connecting and be in pushing mode without motorised disconnecting the drive function support NB Never remove the drive on downhill slopes The occupant A N will be at risk of falling over if the wheelchair s parking brakes are not activated Updated April 2014 p 16 26 lt 3 decon wheel Batteries The eWalk is equipped with two maintenance free 12V 12AhC20 gel batteries as standard The current charge is displayed on the operating unit If the LED bars are in the green area the spree have sufficient capacity for an extended trip If the LED bars are in the red area the batteries must be charged immediately 3 Bar 0 Bar ma EEN TEN Battery almost empty is partially charged Battery fully cha
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