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1. e Release the joystick A longer signal sounds and the wheelchair is now locked Unlocking e Switch on the chair with the On Off key the LEDs in the speed indicator will now move forwards and backwards Move the joystick forwards until a signal sounds Then move it backwards until another signal sounds e Release the joystick A longer signal sounds and the wheelchair is now unlocked A CAUTION The control system can be programmed so that it is switched off automatically if the wheelchair is not driven within a specific time This time is normally set as 30 minutes 88 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s HANDLING O 90 DOV SUCK EMO 91 Driving Rn US acia 92 DMI US cd da 93 Manual brake release ANEREN 98 Battery charging ed EEN 101 Handling 89 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling General The Permobil K300 C300 C300s is designed for use both indoors and outdoors When you drive indoors you must be careful in for example narrow passages when going through doors and entrances and when using lifts ramps etc You should also consider the risk of crushing when you use the electric seat lift and seat angle functions above all if the wheelchair has been driven under tables benches etc Outdoors you should remember to drive very slowly down steep slopes and to be very careful when driving on uneven surfaces up slopes on side slopes and over obstacles Always observe a good safety distance
2. fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 75 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net LED Control Panel Maximum Speed Indicator Speed US Se Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair ec 1 2 lamps Low speed LO 3 4 lamps Average speed ES f ECH i Pi LA Lar 7 Figure 66 Maximum Speed Indicator 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profiles A CAUTION The indicator for max speed driving profile also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 76 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Seat Indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest an gle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator R net LED Control Panel Figure 67 Seat Indicator 77 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net LED Control Panel 78 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL EE ON 80 Charger eel a A 81 FUNCION BUON Sarria 82 Battery Voltage Indicator esse eee 86 Maximum Speed Indicat
3. 0 3 Lamps Short circuit in left drive motor A Check the left drive motor s contacts and cables o O 0 SE 4 Lamps Failure in right drive motor O Check the connection of the right drive motor O O 0 5 Lamps Short circuit in right drive motor o Check the right drive motor s contacts and cables U 0 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 6 Lamps Battery charger connected P 00 Disconnect the battery charger 8 E 7 Lamps Joystick error o ee O Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is o started o 8 Lamps Control system error O KG G Check the contacts to the output stage e e O 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit 6 00 O Check the contacts to the magnetic brakes e Se 6 C 10 Lamps High battery voltage o KE Ze Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the output o o stage e o 139 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 7 5 Lamps Communication error e 00 O A communication error has been indicated Check that the cable to the o control panel is not damaged and is correctly inserted 00009 Actuator indicator Actuator error o ee Go An actuator error has been indicated If the wheelchair is fitted with e O more then one actuator check which one is not working Check the ac O O
4. in the owner s manual It is not normally necessary to replace the main fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered lt is reset by switching the switch to ON A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 126 Maintenance and repairs Figure 108 Main fuse Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Accessories ACCESSORIES Accessories for Permobil power wheelchairs are subject to continuous development Contact your nearest Permobil dealer for more information on the accessories available for your wheelchair 127 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Accessories 128 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Length 1115 mm Height 990 mm Width 620 mm Technical Specifications Smallest transportation size Length 883 mm Width 620 mm Height 815 mm 129 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Product name Wheelchair class Permobil K300 C300 C300S B Enclosure class IPX4 Dimensions and weight Length 1115 mm Width 620 mm Height 990 mm Minimum transport dimensions Ixwxh 883x620x81
5. sories before you begin using it Do not undertake your own first test drive without making sure that you have assistance in the immediate vicinity if you should need help Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions Prepare for use In order to make sure that nothing happened to the wheelchair while it was being shipped to you you should check the following items before beginning to use it that all products ordered are included in the delivery including operating instructions and possible other documen tation If you suspect that something is missing then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible that no transport related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair seat and its accessories If you discov er that something has been damaged or in some other manner appears to be incorrect then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible before you continue the checks We recommend that you charge your wheelchair s batteries before you begin using it The chapter titled Charging the Batteries describes how to do this Always be sure that tires are inflated properly before driving If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong abort the test drive as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and get in touch with your service contact or Permobil for more informatio
6. 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair can not be driven e Switch of the wheelchair e Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are connected correctly e Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flashing lamps and check for a possible cause and remedy in the table on the adjoining page Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other information from your service contact 136 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work 137 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting A CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp Low battery voltage Check the condition of the batteris Check the contact between the bat tery and the control unit 0 2 Lamps Failure in left drive motor Check the connection of the left drive motor O
7. Distance Exit Figure 34 Distance measurement Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD MONOCHROME DISPLAY A A ara as A ele a ee EA 54 ss Cb sects hehe nt crater Asis tte ty ah 55 Function BUttONS nro 56 Jack eer 59 BIE EC EE 60 Locking unlocking the Control Gvstem eee eee e 61 Seat URCUOAS idas oras 63 53 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a Display At the back of the panel you also find the Charger Socket and two Jack Sockets Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Figure 35 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not con nect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair Figure 36 Charger Socket R net Cont
8. Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 11 Charger Socket 43 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 44 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Vr AS WS OO O Figure 12 On Off Button CS SE 13 Horn Button OO IU Figure 14 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on pro gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The Profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only
9. R net LED Control Panel 69 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick and function buttons At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel inaddition to the control panel Figure 55 Control Panel R net LED Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net LED Control Panel Figure 56 Charger Socket 71 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maxi
10. Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warranty During all work on the electrical system of the wheelchair the Circuit Breaker must always be in OFF position To avoid the risk of electric shock use extreme caution when using metal objects while working on the batteries Short circuiting can easily cause an explosion Never perform service on the wheelchair without using protective gloves and goggles Failure to do so can lead to personal injury Do not use parts or accessories not authorized by Permobil Use of unapproved aftermarket accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheelchair which may make the wheelchair unstable or uncontrollable Such use may also void the warranty on the wheelchair Connecting any unapproved electrical or electronic devices to the wheelchair s electrical system can cause damage to the chair and caused the chair to become uncontrollable or drive erratically Such use may also void the warranty The wheelchair is heavy and contains many moving parts which means that the risk of being caught between them is always present A WARNING Charging of Batteries Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done in a bathroom or wet room Only chargers with a max 10 A charging current average value may be used the RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A When the charger is connected the chair must not and cannot be
11. active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display a MODE _MODE Figure 15 Mode Button E PROFILE Figure 16 Profile Button A O A Figure 17 a Button and LED 45 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De press the button to turn the
12. and repairs 119 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs Changing inner tube Rm NOTE FN ALNA AN 9 Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic MO A l HE d RN rear tires gd L T mA I o 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel eS 2 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 3 Remove the wheel it s fitted with four screws i 2 9 5 4 Release the air Figure 101 Changing inner tube 5 remove the six screws holding the rim together 6 Take the rim apart 7 Replace the inner tube 2 in the tire 3 and fit togeth er with the two rim halves 1 amp 4 Tighten the six screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 8 Fill the tire to recommended tire pressure 200 kpa 2 bar 9 Fit the wheel on to the wheelchair Tighten the four screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 120 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Pivot wheels Filling tires with air NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fit ted with pneumatic tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pressure The incorrect tire pres sure may result in lower stability and maneuverability Too low tire pres sure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap o
13. be exceeded The wheelchair s manoeuvrability and stability can be degraded as a result A WARNING Driving with Seat Lift Seat Tilt Backrest Recline Be careful in making sure that nothing gets stuck between the chassis and the seat when the seat lift seat tilt is operated Operating the seat lift seat tilt backrest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over Always drive in low speed and only use those seat functions on level ground and not on hills ramps slopes or other inclines Using those seat functions while driving on inclines can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair 21 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Center of Balance The possibility of this wheelchair tipping and the point where this wheelchair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance Please note that the following factors can affect the wheelchair s center of balance Elevation of the seat Height and angle of the seat e Body position or weight distribution Driving on an incline such as a ramp or a hill Use of a backpack or other accessories depending on the amount of weight added e lf your wheelchair begins to move in an unexpected manner immediately release the joystick to stop the wheelchair Except in an emergency do NOT use the on off button to stop your wheelchair as this will cause the wheel
14. done safely without risks Always reset the brake release after moving the wheelchair manually When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the chair If the chair can still be driven contact your service contact or Permobil immediately 100 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Battery charging How frequently you need to charge the batteries in your wheelchair depends on a number of factors including how you use your wheelchair the temperature and age of the batteries and how they are made All batteries also gradually lose capacity as they age The most important factor for the life of the batteries is how much power is taken out of them before they are charged and how often they are charged discharged To achieve the best life the batteries should not be discharged completely Always charge the batteries immediately after they have been discharged If the battery voltage indicator shows that the batteries appear to be losing power faster than normal the batteries may be worn out and need to be replaced A CAUTION If the batteries should be drained completely it is important that you charge them up again as soon as possible since a complete loss of charge reduces the lifespan of the batteries 101 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling A WARNING Use care in the use of metalic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion
15. indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel chair s indicator 46 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off using an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display fon Figure 21 Jack Sockets 47 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Clock Speedometer Profile name Current profile Battery indicator Max Speed indicator mmpoopmb 48 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display d ve Figure 22 Drive Screen Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the batt
16. minute of Figure 79 Battery Voltage Indicator travel A CAUTION The battery voltage indicator also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 86 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4 lamps Average speed 000 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the Figure 80 Maximum Speed Indicator selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profiles A CAUTION The indicator for max speed driving profile also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 87 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Locking unlocking the wheelchair To avoid the wheelchair being used by unauthorized persons the electronics unit can be locked by performing the fol lowing steps using the On Off key and the joystick on the control panel Locking Ensure that the wheelchair is switched on Press and hold down the On Off key for approximately 1 second until a signal sounds and then release the key Move the joystick forwards until a signal sounds Then move it backwards until another signal sounds
17. must always be charged once a month to avoid them being damaged e The wheelchair must not be stored in areas subject to condensation steam or moisture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar e The wheelchair may be stored in an unheated room From the point of view of corrosion it is best for the room to be a few degrees warmer than the surroundings as this keeps the room drier e H the wheelchair is fitted with acid batteries the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is fitted with gel batteries the liquid level does not need to be checked The life of the batteries depends entirely on regular charging Short term storage For the charging process to produce a battery with good capacity the temperature in the storage room should not be lower than 5 degrees If it is stored at a temperature below 5 degrees there is a higher risk that the battery has not been fully charged when it comes to be used and also a higher risk of corrosion 115 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs Long term storage The battery may be stored in an unheated room but it should be charged at least once a month for maintenance purposes 116 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Cleaning Regular care and maintenance will prevent unnecessary wear and damage to your wheelchair The following is general advice recommended by Permobil For severe soiling of the upholstery or damage to the sur
18. s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Seat functions Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory loca tions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier 63 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Maneuvering the seat A CAUTION If the symbol MI appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory function has been activated Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display See fig 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display 3 Move the joystick forwards or backwards to activate the function Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions IDH Figure 51 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard
19. the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel Chaire indicator 58 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off using an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button fo Figure 46 Jack Sockets R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 59 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always A appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 ID ag UT 1 Current Profile B en Profile Name Battery Indicator Speed Indicator Figure 47 Drive Screen PON 60 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Locking unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one of two ways Eit
20. the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair Doing so can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Prior to Riding In some instances including where certain medical conditions exist users should practice operating their wheelchair under the supervision of an assistant who is familiar with the operation of the wheelchair and with the abilities and limitations of the user Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation Inclines When driving downhill select the slowest speed and proceed with caution Driving down an incline can shift the user s center of gravity forward If the wheelchair rolls faster than you would like stop the wheelchair by releasing the joystick and begin descending again at a slower speed Avoid sudden stops or starts Stop by releasing joystick rather than by turning the power off Turning off power while the wheelchair is in motion will cause the wheelchair to stop suddenly Be sure to keep all recommended positioning belts securely fastened at all times When driving up an incline try to keep moving at a steady speed Stopping and starting the chair while moving up an incline makes the wheelchair more difficult to control Do not drive
21. the panel s dis play Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners The panel must not be rinsed with water or any other liquid A WARNING Never hose the wheelchair down as the electronics may be damaged The wheelchair must always be turned off when being cleaned 117 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs Positioning belt Check the condition of the positioning belt regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed If signs of damage or wear appear replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer Brake release Check regularly approximately once a month that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair Figure 99 Brake release lever 118 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Drive wheels Filling tires with air Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pressure The incorrect tire pres sure may result in lower stability and maneuverability Too low tire pres sure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air noz zle to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the correct level Figure 100 Filling valve Maintenance
22. with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display a MODE _MODE Figure 40 Mode Button SS PROFILE Figure 41 Profile Button PO WW JJ Figure 42 Hazard Button and LED 57 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De press
23. 300 C300s Troubleshooting 150 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Stickers STICKERS Take a good look at all the stickers on your wheelchair to become familiar with their meaning These stickers contains important information for safe and proper use Never remove a sticker from your wheelchair If a sticker becomes difficult to read or falls off new replacement stickers may be ordered from Permobil Read the instructions The sticker indicates that there are instructions that should be read and 315074 understood before use or before adjustment is performed A Figure 110 Read the instructions 151 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Circuit Breaker Battery Isolator The sticker shows in what position the switch should be to turn the main power Off respectively On Description of the Circuit Breakers function is found on page 126 Wheel Locks The sticker shows the wheel lock release levers position in released respec tively activated state Description of the wheel locks function is found on page 98 152 Stickers OFF Main ON ea fuse gt Am la Figure 111 Circuit Breaker Battery Isolater BRAKE RELEASE BROMSFRIG RING BREMSEFRIGJORING Figure 112 Wheel Locks Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Stickers Tie down point The sticker indicates where the wheelchair must be secured during transport There is a sticker next to each tie down point Description of tra
24. 5 mm Weight incl batteries and Corpus 3G 153 kg Wheels Drive wheel tire dimensions 300 x 8 Pivot wheel tire dimensions 210 x 65 Rec tire pressure Performance 200 kPa 2 2 5 bar Range K300 C300 C300s Min turning radius Reversing width Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 0 cm Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 50 cm Min ground clearence Hill climbing ability 130 25 35 km 25 35 km 25 30 km 625 mm 1220 mm 50 mm 100 mm 70 mm 10 degrees Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Safe slope Sideways Slope Capability Static stability downhill Static stability uphill Static stability sideways Max Speed forward K300 C300 C300s Electronics 6 degrees 6 Degrees 10 Degrees 9 Degrees 9 Degrees 7 km h 7 km h 10 km h VR2 drive electronics type Rnet drive electronics type JSM JSM L PM70 PM70 A2 JSM L SV PM90 PM120 Batteries Recommended battery type 24 cells gel Battery capacity 2x60Ah Charging time 8 hours Fuses Main fuse 63A Control force Joystick 1 5 Nm Keys 2 Nm 131 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Technical Specifications 132 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting guide e 134 Diagnostics VRZ oreo ds 136 Diagnostics Rnet LED cri de 141 Diagnostics R net LCD een 146 Repair of defective units
25. Always use safety gloves and protective eye glasses Only chargers with a max 10A charging current average value may be used The RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12A Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done ina bathroom or wet room The charger s charging cable must not be extended The charger can become hot and hence must not have anything covering it The charger must be positioned so that there is an air gap on all of its sides including below do not set the charger on thick carpeting for example The charger contact must be replaced if it is damaged or become hot during charging Both the contact on the carger s cord and the wheelchair s control panel should be replaced if one of them is damaged or worn Replacement must be performed by qualified personnel 102 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Charging Connect the charger plug into the battery charging socket on the control panel The molded guide on the socket will help you to licate the plug NOTE Description and Use of Battery Charger see supplied Owner s Manual Figure 93 Charging socket on the control panel 103 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling A WARNING Only use the battery charger that has been supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil The use of incorrect chargers could damage the batteries wheelchair cont
26. NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off Figure 63 Left Indicator and LED When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De R press the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn Figure 64 Right In ee and LED it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel chair s indicator 74 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net LED Control Panel Battery Voltage Indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Red Charge the batteries LAS Af A Figure 65 Battery Voltage Indicator A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries The indicator shows a more exact value after approximately 1 minute of travel A CAUTION The battery voltage indicator also functions as a
27. Owners manual K300 C300 C300s English LE Dear Permobil Owner We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair Our goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair Your Permobil is designed to give you highest possible comfort and safety and to meet the requirements regarding safety and environment Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions Produced and published by Permobil AB Edition 2 2014 06 Order no 205266 UK 0 How to contact Permobil Tel Fax Email Permobil Benelux BV De Beitel 11 6466 GZ Kerkrade Netherlands 31 0 45 564 54 80 31 0 45 564 54 81 info permobil nl The Permobil Group s Head Office Tel Fax E mail Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden 46 60 59 59 00 46 60 57 52 50 info permobil se Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Contents CONTENTS Important Information about this Owner s Manual 9 1110 BIS Tele E iaa 13 Design EUA ao 33 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display sese sees eee eee 41 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 53 R net Reegel EE 69 MEZGONTROL PANEL daa A Ad 79 ele A EE 89 TAS OK A A A A AO 105 Maintenance and Te TEE 111 ACCESOS ta a A A EAN E A A A A ES S 127 Technical Specifications E 129 b HTH si nieis ae RE 133 SUCCESS A ES AAA A 151 Own
28. ation lamps varies depending on the equipment your wheelchair has On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in FARN turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Figure 72 ON Off Button Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed o Figure 73 Horn Button 82 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function vu is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for a others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac A tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators WA Figure 74 Hazard Warning Button and LED Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights 7 This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the O button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off E When activated the lights LED will illuminate Y Figure 75 Lights Button and LED 83 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maximum Speed Setting Buttons These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving
29. ay This information can then be used to diagnose where the error fault occurred and its cause Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personnel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model Diagnostic screens Current diagnostic screen When the control system s integrated protection circuits have been triggered so that the control system can no longer operate the wheelchair a diagnostic screen is displayed in the control panel s display This indicates a system fault i e R net has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electrical system NOTE If the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it may still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diag nostic screen is displayed occasionally Switch off the wheelchair and leave it off for a few minutes Then restart the wheelchair If the fault persists you must switch off the wheelchair and contact your service contact Write down the information displayed in plain text in the control panel s display and pass it on to your service contact Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other instructions from your service contact 146 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound know
30. bol will be flashed Control System Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage 50 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 26 In Focus o Figure 27 Speed Limit O Figure 28 Restart l Figure 29 Control System Temperature Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Motor Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between differ ent states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The sym bol is animated to show the sands falling E Stop If the control system is programmed for latched drive or actuator operation then it is normal for an Emergency Stop Switch to be connected into the Ex ternal Profile Switch Jack If the Emergency Stop Switch is operated or dis connected this symbol will flash R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display O Figure 30 Motor Temperature Figure 31 Timer E Stop Figure 32 E Stop 51 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock the display bright ness background color etc Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously Scroll throug
31. chair to stop abruptly and may cause personal injury A WARNING Fixed seat post Adjusting the seat height may only be performed by an authorized service provider See the service manual for more information 22 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Positioning Belt Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident You may even receive further injury from the belts 23 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven 24 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Transfer into and out of the chair Be sure that the power is turned OFF before entering or leaving the wheelchair and before lifting the control side armrest When transferring into or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the distance between the wheelchair and the place to which the user is transferring Overextending this distance can cause user to overexert lose balance or fall Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assistance of an attendant Use caution when bending or reaching Never use the joystick as a handhold or point of support Do not use foot plates or armrests as supports when tra
32. display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 64 Figure 50 Standard display image with speed indicator Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po sitions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Retrieving position from memory 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 3 Move and hold the joystick forwards The seat adjusts to the position stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held forwards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved position it stops moving NOTE Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig Figure 52 Memory function activated 65 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochr
33. driven 28 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Changing Batteries and Fuses The Circuit Breaker must always be in OFF position when batteries and fuses are replaced Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protective gloves and protective eye glasses A WARNING Safety Circuits Permobil products are equipped with safety circuits Inhibit circuits prevent the wheelchair from driving under certain conditions Speed reduction circuits limit the wheelchair s maximum speed under certain conditions Limit switch circuits limit the wheelchair s functions under certain circumstances Overload protection circuits shut the wheelchair offin case of an overload The user should stop using the wheelchair immediately and consult an authorized Permobil distributor if any of these circuits should become disabled Any attempt to modify the safety circuits will result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warranty A CAUTION Recycling of Batteries Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions 29 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Filling Ai
34. e center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed oO Figure 89 Driving uphill 97 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Manual brake release General The wheelchair is fitted with a manual brake release that can be released to make it possible to move the wheelchair manually The brake release lever is located in the right side of the chassis 98 Handling Figure 90 Brake release control Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling A WARNING Never use the wheelchair on a sloping surface with the brakes released Always ensure that the wheelchair is switched off when the brakes are activated deactivated To prevent the wheelchair from rolling off ensure that it is on a dry level surface before releasing the brakes Figure 91 Releasing the brakes Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Releasing the brakes A 1 Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel p ea 2 Press the release control back and at the same time pull it out from the a E AA chassis See the picture The chair can now be moved manually gt Ze Resetting released brakes 1 Push the release control back into the chassis A WARNING Anyone who pushes a wheelchair with the brakes released must ensure Figure 92 Resetting released brakes that this is
35. er s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Important Information about this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS OWNER S MANUAL Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating in structions and in particular the Safety Instructions These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and characteristics of the wheel chair and how you can use them in the best manner possible They also contain important safety and maintenance in formation as well as describing possible problems that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheelchair since the need for important infor mation can arise concerning its use safety and maintenance Itis also possible to obtain information concerning our products from our home page on the Internet You can find us at www permobil com All information pictures illustrations and specifications are based upon the product information that was available at the time that these operating instructions were printed Pictures and illustrations that are found in these operating in structions are representative examples and not intended to be exact depictions of the various parts of the wheelchair We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice If you are visually impaired this document can be viewed in PDF format at w
36. erty damage reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning A WARNING Operation Freewheel Mode In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level surface before releasing the brakes In order to avoid personal injury do not use your Permobil in freewheel mode without an attendant present Do not attempt to put the wheelchair in freewheel mode by yourself while seated in it Do not put your Permobil in freewheel mode while on an incline This could cause the wheelchair to roll on its own causing injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Driving on a Loose Soft Surface When the wheelchair is set to its lowest speed and the batteries are not fully charged driving on certain surfaces for example gravel sand or thick carpeting can involve constrained navigability 20 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving in Darkness Driving in the dark may only be done if your wheelchair is equipped with functioning lighting in the front and the back or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations A WARNING Passengers The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers regardless of the age of the passenger The Maximum User Weight stated in the Owner s Manual for your seating system includes the user and any personal effects The Maximum limit should not
37. ery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again Speed Indicator This displays the current speed setting The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed Buttons Current Profile The Profile Number describes which Profile the control system is currently operating in The Profile Text is the name or description of the Profile the con trol system is currently operating in R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display TI RER Figure 23 Battery Indicator Figure 24 Speed Indicator Indoor Drive 20 1 Figure 25 Currant Profile 49 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s In Focus When the control system contains more then one method of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhiited from driv ing then the symbol will flash Restart When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this sym
38. face finish contact Permobil for information Metal surfaces For normal cleaning it is best to use a soft cloth sponge hot water and a mild detergent Wipe down carefully with a cloth and water and dry off Remove scuff marks from semi matt surfaces with soft wax follow manufacturer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing ap ply soft car wax to restore the original surface gloss Plastics For normal cleaning wash plastic surfaces with a soft cloth mild detergent and hot water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners Maintenance and repairs Upholstery cloth vinyl For normal cleaning wash the upholstery with lukewarm water and a mild non abrasive soap Use a soft cloth or brush Before the surface dries wipe off any water soap residues with a clean dry cloth This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt or stains Ink spots can sometimes be removed by washing with soap and water followed by isopropyl alcohol Do not use any cleaning method that is not listed above as other methods may attack the vinyl and cause even tual degradation If necessary the cover may be removed before cleaning See also the washing instructions on the upholstery materials Control panel Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent and be careful when cleaning the joystick and
39. following maintenance and inspection schedule is followed For all service related needs or questions turn to your authorized Permobil dealer Maintenance and Inspection Schedule Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Check battery level indicator and charge if necessary O Check that the joystick panel is not damaged O Ensure all removable parts are securely locked in place Check belt for wear and make sure the buckle is operational O Check tires and inflate if necessary O Ensure lights and indicators are operational and clean O Clean wheelchair and upholstery O Check upholstery seating headrest armpads and calfpads for wear O Check that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly O Complete inspection safety check and service should be performed by an author e ized Permobil dealer 114 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs General batteries storage A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer e Please note that a battery discharges itself and that a discharged battery can burst when it is cold If the wheelchair is to be stored unused for an extended period of time the batteries
40. gure 94 The wheelchair must NOT be fastened by securing it to any part Ga of the seat Pr B Y lt aii Figure 96 Sticker for Figure 97 Rear trans port eyes transport eyes port eyes d 106 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation e During transportation it is es
41. h the menu by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by first selecting Exit at the bottom of the menu and then moving the joystick to the right Setting the time Set Time Setting the time Set Time Shows the total distance traveled by the control system Displaying the time Display Time Displaying the time Display Time Select Display Time in the menu Move the joystick right or left to select 12 or 24 hour display or Off to remove the clock from the display Distance measurement Distance Distance measurement Distance Select Distance in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting distance measurement Then select Total distance Trip Distance display or Reset by moving the joystick up or down e Total distance Total Distance Shows the total distance traveled by the control system e Trip Trip Distance Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset e Distance display Display Distance Selects Trip or Total Distance in the display e Reset Clear trip distance Move the joystick to the right to reset the Trip measurer Exit Exit Move the joystick to the right to exit the installation menu 52 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display el bet a Set zc Display Time Distance Backlight Background Diagnostics Figure 33 Installation menu Total Distance 0012345 Trip Distance OUL Display Distance Clear Trip
42. he front chassis cover by pulling lifting it upwards forwards Remove the upper chassis cover by pulling it upwards backwards Remove the rear chassis cover by lifting it upwards fhbackwards SU PONS No 124 Maintenance and repairs cover Figure 105 The rear cover is fitted to gather with the upper chassis cover Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs 8 Loosen the battery terminals see figure Also see the sticker on the in side of the chassis front cover 9 Lift pull the battery out using the battery strap NOTE The weight of the battery is 19 Kg A WARNING Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protective gloves and protective eye glasses The batteries are heavy and must be handled with care Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions 10 Lift push the new battery in to the chassis using the battery strap 11 Connect the battery terminals on the new battery Also see the sticker on the inside of the chassis front cover 12 Remount the front cover Figure 107 Rear battery terminals 125 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Resetting the main fuse battery isolator The main fuse also functions as a battery isolator but it is called the main fuse
43. he batteries are easily accessible for maintenance and replacement A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with great caution A CAUTION Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recycling regulations Figure 7 Rear Battery 37 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Design amp Function Electronics Circuit Breaker The Permobil K300 C300 C300s is equipped with an automatic Circuit Break er which can be reset after having been triggered It also functions as a bat tery isolator and is controlled ON OFF via the lever located behind the rubber protection at the bottom of the rear chassis cover A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt Charging socket The charging socket is located on the control panel A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse Figure 9 Charging socket 38 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Design amp Function A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrica
44. her using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key How the Control system is y locked depends on how your system is programmed Keypad Locking A To lock the wheelchair using the keypad Figure 48 The Lock Symbol is dis e While the control system is switched on depress and hold the On Off played when the wheelchair is button locked e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Ifthe control system has switched off press the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now unlocked 61 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the y Joystick Module The wheelchair is now locked BA To unlock the wheelchair t l Figure 49 The Lock Symbol is dis e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket played when the wheelchair is e The wheelchair is now unlocked locked 62 Owner
45. hout a display the LEDs on the battery voltage indicator will wander backwards and forwards instead If the joystick is not released during this time a joystick error will be registered and the wheelchair will not drive To enable the wheelchair to drive again en sure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again If control system detects an error in the wheelchair electronics which needs attention a Diagnostics screen will ap pear on control panels with display On control panels without display the battery voltage indicator LEDs will flash rap idly instead If this happens you should get in touch with your service contact as soon as possible PM Low Battery Figure 81 Shifted Joystick Figure 82 Moving LEDs Figure 83 Diagnostics screen 91 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Driving technique The control panel s electronics Interpret the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended For normal driving the user needs to em ploy no complex techniques which is an advantage if the user is inexper ienced A good way of starting is quite simply to move the joystick in the direction you want to go The wheelchair then moves in the direction in which the joystick is pointing However always remember to drive as gently as possible and to avoid sud den braking and evasive maneuvers A CAUTION Do not take the first test drive on your own The tes
46. ions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed o i Figure 87 Driving on side slopes 95 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Driving downhill You should always drive downhill at low speed and with great caution Avoid braking suddenly and sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving downhill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 10 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed oC Figure 88 Driving downhill 96 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Driving uphill You should always drive uphill with great caution Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving uphill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 10 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes th
47. l fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt 39 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Design amp Function 40 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD COLOR DISPLAY A A A ae ee een een ss EE Function BURROS nitro Jack eer Display oa a R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 41 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charg er Socket Two Jack Sockets are lo cated on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel 42 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 10 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net Control
48. ledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work A CAUTION If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission 147 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Example of a screen showing a system fault 1 Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem PM Power Module JSM Joystick Module 2 Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type 3 Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered 1 PM 2 3 Figure 109 Example of a screen showing a system fault 148 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there are no re placeable parts in the R net control system Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil ap proved repairer for repair 149 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C
49. lf rest chest support etc The chassis can be combined with different seat models which are supplied with a separate user manual In this user manual we have chosen to show the wheel chair with our Corpus 3G seat However the operation of the chassis and most of its functions are the same re gardless of the seat model chosen 1 Back rest 6 Support wheels 2 Control panel 7 Drive wheels 3 Seat 8 Rear caster wheels 4 Serial number label 9 Chassis 5 Foot plates 10 Armrest 34 Figure 1 C300 Corpus 3G Design amp Function Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Drive package The Permobil K300 C300 C300s is equipped with a drive package for each drive wheel The drive package consists of an electric motor with a drive gear and magnetic wheel lock Wheels The wheelchair s drive wheels are available with pneumatic or Flat Free Foam Filled tires The caster wheels have solid polyurethane tires Design amp Function Figure 2 Drive package 35 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Design 8 Function Lights and reflectors The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors on the front rear and sides Front rear lights and turn indicators are optional Figure 3 Front Reflectors Figure 4 Rear Reflectors Figure 5 Side Reflectors 36 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Design amp Function Batteries The wheelchair s batteries are located under the covers of the chassis Both of t
50. mum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile 72 R net LED Control Panel LO CO D Figure 57 On Off Button Co Kr Figure 58 Horn Button A Figure 59 Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Mode Button These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate R net LED Control Panel Figure 6 60 Mode Button Figure 61 Hazard a and LED Figure 62 Lights Bu Button and LED 73 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net LED Control Panel Left Indicator Button and LED
51. n Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions Warnings and precautions A CAUTION Operation Permobil recommends the use of wheelchair lights at all times user is riding near public rights of way Use extreme caution when driving near unprotected ledges drop offs or on elevated surfaces Unintended movement or excessive speed in these areas can lead to personal injury or property damage A CAUTION Operation Do nat drive the wheelchair over any curbs or edges higher than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual When driving over a curb or similarly elevated surface you must cross the surface at a 90 degree angle perpendicular Crossing such surfaces at any other angle may result in the wheelchair tipping Reduce your speed when driving on uneven terrain or soft surfaces Do not use your wheelchair on stairs or escalators Always use an elevator Do nat lift or move the wheelchair by any of its removable parts Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision Do not drive the wheelchair on public streets or roadways Obey all local pedestrian rules and be aware that vehicle drivers may have difficulty seeing you Do nat operate your wheelchair under the influence of alcohol Consumption
52. n the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air noz zle to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the correct level Figure 102 Filling valve Maintenance and repairs 121 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Inner tube replacement NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fit ted with pneumatic rear tires 1 122 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air Take the wheel rim apart by un screwing the three Allen screws 5 that hold it together Replace the inner tube Put the wheel rim together with the tire Check that the inner tube is not caught between the halves of the wheel rim Fill the tire with air Figure 103 Changing tire Maintenance and repairs Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs A WARNING The recommended tire pressure for front and rear tyres is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Overfilling entails a risk of explosion The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability So check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure 123 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Battery replacement Place the wheelchair on a level surface Run fold out the leg rest and raise the seat lift Turn off the main power switch on the control panel Put the circuit breaker in the OFF position See page 126 Remove the two knobs holding the chassis cover See fig Remove t
53. nance and repairs 111 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs General To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used correctly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer A CAUTION Some repairs may require tools other than those supplied with the wheelchair The main fuse must always be switched off when batteries and fuses are replaced Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 112 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs Toolbag The wheelchair comes with a toolbag with the following contents that can be used for maintenance and minor repairs TOOL AREA OF USE Allen keys General maintenance seat adjustment 11 13 mm spanners General maintenance replacing batteries Seat lift crank Manually raising the seat lift Security key Locking unlocking the wheelchair 113 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Maintenance and repairs Frequency of maintenance and inspection Permobil recommends that the
54. nd instructions in this manual Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting from failure to ex ercise good judgment The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of electric wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the wheelchair user and his or her healthcare professional Permobil Inc is not responsible for inappropriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions Attension Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to note items that have significant importance to safety concerns A WARNING Please use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears Failure to observe warnings can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Please use caution where this symbol appears Your wheelchair and seat was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider Con sult your healthcare provider before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment Some adjustments may reduce your wheelchair s performance or safety or may not be appropriate for your needs It is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to become acquainted with the different buttons the function and steering controls the different adjustment possibilities of the seat etc of your wheelchair and its acces
55. ng properties So never drive at full speed if the seat has been angled a long way Figure 85 Support Wheels 93 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm If you drive over higher edges there is a higher risk of tipping and of damage to the wheelchair You should always drive over obstacles with great caution A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm You should always drive over obstacles with great caution A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed Q Figure 86 Driving over obstacles 94 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Driving on side slopes You should always drive on side slopes with great caution Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving on side slopes with an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on side slopes steeper than 6 There is a risk of tipping A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the centre of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat funct
56. nnex 9 that the manufacturer shall Encourage users or those given specific responsi bility for reporting incidents that have occurred with medical devices and that meet the criteria within these guidelines to report the incidents to the Manufacturer and or to the Competent Authority in accord ance with national guidance To meet the requirements and to ensure that our products shall remain safe in your hands we need your assistance We hope you never need to use the information on this page but if there is an incident please contact us Product approval This product fulfil the requirements according to EN 12184 EN 1021 1 EN 1021 2 ISO 7176 9 2009 ISO 7176 14 2008 ISO 7176 16 1997 and ISO 7176 19 2001 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Important Information about this Owner s Manual 12 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General An electric wheelchair is a motorized vehicle and special care must therefore be taken when it is used Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before operating your Permobil powered wheelchair Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the chair In order to reduce these risks you should read the Owner s Man ual carefully in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any person s failure to follow the warnings a
57. nsferring into or out of the wheelchair The footplates and armrests are not designed to be weight bearing structures Excessive force may cause them to give way resulting in personal injury or property damage including damage to the wheelchair E 25 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that thi
58. nsport of the wheelchair is found on page 105 Figure 113 Tie down point Crushing Hazard The sticker indicates Crushing Hazard Figure 114 Crushing Hazard 153 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Stickers Battery Connections and Fuses The sticker shows the polarity of the batteries and where the fuses are found on the wheelchair Description of changing batteries is found on page 124 Battery Type Batterityp Battery Type Batterityp M34 60Ah M24 73Ah gt w o 0 CH M DZ 28 os 3 3 as S Yo gt gt 5 gt ag o Main Fuse Main Fuse O Huvuds kring O EE 63A 63A Figure 115 Battery Connections and Fuses 154 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Serial number label 1 Made in country of final assem bly by adress of site of final assembly Serial number Product type Date of assembly EAN code Maximum user weight D e M NM Stickers 2 3 Type E Made in Country Serial No Date YYYY 1 gt Adress to site of final assembly Ce SST e lt xxx kg xxx Ibs s D Figure 116 Serial number label 155 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s INDEX A Lee eT 127 NA 109 B ST 37 Batteries Charging 101 Batteries Replacement 124 Batteries Gtorage eee 115 C Ie T Te oeae iiini 101 Circuit Breaker 38 IR Ta T 117 D Drive wees 119 Driving rules ss sse ee eee esen eee 93 D
59. o another cause as soon as possible after the event There exists a risk that the wheelchair and its accessories can no longer be used in a safe and secure manner A CAUTION EMC Requirements The electronics of an power wheelchair can be affected by external electromagnetic fields for example from mobile telephones Similarly the electronics of the wheelchair itself can also emit electromagnetic fields that can affect the immediate surroundings for example certain alarm systems in businesses The limit values for Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC with respect to power wheelchairs is set in the harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Devices Directive No 93 42 EEC Permobil s electronic wheelchair s comply with these limit values Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions 32 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s DESIGN 8 FUNCTION E EEN 34 Drive Pac aa 39 MOIE 35 Lights and We re EC 36 EE 37 Design amp Function 33 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s General The Permobil K300 C300 C300s is an electric wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving It is intended for people with physical disabilities The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat The chassis contains the wheelchair s electronics power sup ply and drive functions The seat consists of a seat frame seat plate back rest arm rest leg rest and any accesso ries options such as a head rest ca
60. of alcohol may impair your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Some physical limitations or use of medication either prescribed or over the counter may limit your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Be sure to consult with your physician about your physical limitations and medications A CAUTION Operation Do not use the wheelchair to pull any kind of objects and never hang excessive weights on the backrest Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair If you by accident impact with walls doors or other fixed objects when operating the wheelchair always make sure all parts of the wheelchair are undamaged before operating the wheelchair again Not doing so could lead to personal injury 17 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Modifications Any unauthorized modifications to the wheelchair or its various systems may increase the risk of personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair All modifications to and interventions in the vital systems of the wheelchair must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products A WARNING Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section in this Owner s Manual for current seat model Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed
61. ome Display Saving position to memory 1 Set the seats electrical functions to the desired mode 2 If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 3 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 4 Move the joystick backwards to activate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory symbol M see fig 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disappears Figure 53 Memory function activated 66 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a stand ard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Figure 54 Save function activated 67 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 68 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s R NET LED CONTROL PANEL A RO TT 70 Charger eel a rytictest nc inrtab ants es eee dana T 71 FUNCION BUON EE 72 Battery Voltage Indicator esse eee 75 Maximum Speed Indicator sees sese eee 76 Seat gl 0 o AAA OO 77
62. or sees sese eee 87 Locking unlocking the wheelchair AA 88 VR2 CONTROL PANEL 79 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL General The Control Panel consists of a joystick and function buttons At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket The number of function keys indication lamps varies depending on the equipment your wheelchair has for example whether it has lights or not and what seat functions it has l E S Figure 70 Control panel for wheel Figure 69 Control panel for wheel chair without lights and seat Figure 68 VR2 Control Panel chair with lights and seat functions functions 80 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not con nect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair VR2 CONTROL PANEL Figure 71 Charger Socket 81 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Function Buttons There are up to 10 function keys on the control panel The number of function keys indic
63. profile Seat Function Button NOTE Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with electric seat functions Activates deactivates the seat functions with which your wheelchair is equipped The function selected is then controlled using the joystick 84 VR2 CONTROL PANEL Figure 76 Maximum Speed Setting Buttons Figure 77 Seat Function Button Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Indicator Buttons NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights These keys activate and deactivate the wheelchair s left and right indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the left or right indicators on the wheelchair T O 78 Indicator Buttons A Figure 85 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Battery Voltage Indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right FT eee Red Yellow Green Fully charged ef Be Red Yellow Half charged O O Red Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries The indicator shows a more exact value after approximately 1
64. r into tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the prescribed tire pressure Incorrect tire pressure can cause deteriorating stability and maneuverability The prescribed tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Note that overfilling causes a risk of explosion A WARNING Changing Tires Avoid the use of sharp edged tools when working with tires A WARNING Storage The wheelchair and its accessories must always be shut off when they are not being used Always store the wheelchair so that access for unauthorized individuals is avoided Never store the wheelchair in a room in which condensation can arise mist or dampness on the surfaces e g in pool areas laundry rooms or similar rooms If you are unsure as to how your wheelchair and its accessories should be properly stored contact your supplier or Permobil for more information 30 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Damages malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong Stop driving as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and contact your service contact or Permobil for more information It s also of greatest importance that Permobil be informed if the wheelchair and its accessories have been subjected to transport damages damages during driving or damages due t
65. r wheelchair has an automatic main fuse this must always be in the Off position Acid batteries Most airlines require that batteries be removed from the wheelchair and transported in special boxes that the airline may provide 2 The wheelchair s dimensions and weight How much the wheelchair weighs and how large it is are important depending on the type of airplane in which the wheelchair is to be transported The smaller the airplane is the smaller the wheelchair may be weigh and vice versa Always check with the airline what rules apply 3 Preventing damage When transported by air the wheelchair will be put with other goods in a confined space Therefore it is important to take preventive action to minimise transport damage to the wheelchair Cover the control panel with soft shock absorbing material foam plastic or similar and fold it in towards the back rest Protect other protruding objects in a similar manner Tape any loose cables to the seat or covers 110 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS A so rado o eee 112 TOD rana 113 Frequency of maintenance and inspection sse sese 114 General batteries Storage 2 scsseecceseeeeeseeseeceeceeeeeeeeceees 115 Cleaning css acca bias A 117 P sitioning Bel aea so ra 118 Brake Tele ase E 118 PR AAA O A A 119 PIO WHO Ste tl o E O 121 Battery replacement eee eee eee 124 Resetting the main fuse battery isolator sees eee 126 Mainte
66. riving technique sss eee e 92 G General Driving 90 J Joystick ETO eze ector a 91 L Lidia t 36 M Manual brake release 98 P Pivot Wees 121 Positioning Belt 118 R Reflector ii 36 Resetcircuitbreaker 126 Index S Safety Insiructons eee eee 13 ele 151 T Technical Specifications 129 A eet eg anette 113 Transport 106 Troubleshooting guide 134 156 www permobil com permobil 73308 18 287083 205266 UK 0
67. rol Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 55 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 56 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display CO Figure 37 On Off Button Cs aa 38 Horn Button OO HF Figure 39 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on pro gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The Profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided
68. rol system or charger it self or may result in parts owerheating creating the potential for burns or even fire To avoid sparking and unnecessary wear and tear of the charging socket be sure that the main voltage and the charger is intthe OFF position when connecting disconnecting the charging cable to the charging socket A CAUTION Ensure that the charger plug is pushed fully into position before turning on the battery charger You will not be able to drive the wheelchair when the charger is connected If the wheelchair does drive with the charger plugged in contact an authorized Permobil service center as soon as possible 104 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s TRANSPORT EE al saa e a a Iaa Ta 106 Rear loading strapsS ins 108 General advice for air ransport eee eee ee eee eee 109 Transport 105 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Transport General The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes Check that the wheelchair is properly fastened and that the wheel locks are engaged When transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle the wheelchair must be locked into position by running fastening straps through the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers Secure the wheelchair according to the manufacturer of the vehicle restraint systems instructions Always make sure that the fastening points on the transport vehicle are well anchored Fi
69. s is used during transportation e During transportation it is essential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint 26 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather conditions however to minimize the risk of being caught in difficult situations you should avoid using the wheelchair outdoors during for example severe cold heavy rain or thick snow Also bear in mind that certain surfaces on the wheelchair can be heated up or cooled down in the event of prolonged exposure to intense sunlight or cold respectively 27 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Maintenance and Service Carry out only the service and maintenance which are stated in the Owner s Manual All other service and maintenance including programming of the control system must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Incorrect settings could result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable
70. sential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint Transport 107 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Transport Rear loading straps To ensure that the link arms and their bearings are not damaged the angle of the loading straps must not exceed 25 See the picture A WARNING The angle of the loading straps must not exceed 25 degrees Max ver Max Van oe oe oe op Figure 98 The angle of the loading straps must not exceed 25 degrees 108 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Transport General advice for air transport When transporting your wheelchair by air you should primarily pay attention to the following three things 109 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Transport A CAUTION If you do not know what type of main fuse your wheelchair has contact Permobil or your service contact Some airlines may refuse to accept acid batteries on board To ensure that the wheelchair can be transported safely and no nasty surprises crop up at the last minute you should always contact the airline before you travel 1 Batteries Gel batteries In most cases they do not need to be removed from the wheelchair If you
71. sert the cable in the control panel Main fuse triggered See page 126 134 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s EVENT The wheelchair can only be driven at reduced speed Applies with an electric seat lift and seat angle POSSIBLE CAUSE Seat lift or seat angle raised too high See Troubleshooting REMEDY Lower the seat lift or seat angle The wheelchair cannot be charged Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement See page 126 135 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics VR2 Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started parts of the wheelchair s electronics are checked If any fault has occurred in these parts this is displayed on the control panel s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model Permanently on Everything is in order The number of lamps that light up depends on the voltage remaining in the batteries If the bat teries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly flashing red lamps 1 2 lamps The batteries need to be charged immediately Rapid flashing 1
72. sese eee eee 149 Troubleshooting 133 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting guide describes a number of faults and events which may occur when you use your wheelchair together with suggested remedies Note that this guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service contact or Permobil in case of doubt EVENT The wheelchair cannot be started POSSIBLE CAUSE Batteries discharged REMEDY Charge the batteries The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Insert the cable in the control panel Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement Reset the main fuse See page 126 Main fuse triggered See page 126 The wheelchair cannot be driven Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Brake release activated Reset the brake release Wheelchair locked with the security key Unlock the wheelchair See page The wheelchair switches itself off after a cer tain period of inactivity 20 30 min The electronics energysaving mode has been activated Switch the wheelchair on again using the start key on the control panel The wheelchair stops while being driven The cable connection to the control panel has come loose In
73. t Sa 4 Lamps Failure in right drive motor e Check the connection of the right drive motor gt 5 Lamps Short circuit inright drive motor po Check the right drive motor s contacts and cables gt a 6 Lamps Battery charger connected 65 Disconnect the battery charger ei 7 Lamps Joystick error 09220 Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is 8 started 0 144 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 8 Lamps Control system error ewe Check the contacts to the output stage ei L 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit e ee Ze Check the contacts to the magnetic brakes 0 C 10 Lamps High battery voltage 9 2 Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the output e o stage 0 O 7 5 Lamps Communication error ee ee A communication error has been indicated Check that the cable to the e control panel is not damaged and is correctly inserted 000 Actuator indicator Actuator error An actuator error has been indicated If the wheelchair is fitted with more then one actuator check which one is not working Check the ac tuator s cable connections 145 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics R net LCD When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchair s electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s dis pl
74. t drive is intended to establish how you and the wheelchair work together and you may need assistance Before driving check that the brake release lever is in the drive position A WARNING Do not just use the joystick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely If the wheelchair moves in a way that you do not want RELEASE THE JOYSTICK This always makes the wheelchair interrupt the current movement 92 Handling Figure 84 Joystick Maneuvering Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Driving rules Support wheels Your wheelchair may be fitted with front support wheels to reduce the risk of tipping when driving over obstacles etc They must always be fitted when you drive A WARNING If your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels they must always be fitted when you drive There is a risk of tipping Always be aware that high speed and a longer braking distance mean a greater risk of accident Never drive fast at full speed in narrow passages on narrow pavements etc because an incorrect maneuver steering error can lead to a risk of accident Remember that a surface that is closed at the side will affect the wheelchair and may make it steer sideways Therefore never drive at full soeed on surfaces that are closed at the side Using the seat angle function shifts the center of gravity which may have a negative effect on the drivi
75. t has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair can not be driven e Switch of the wheelchair e Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are connected correctly e Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flashing lamps and check for a possible cause and remedy in the table on the adjoining page Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other information from your service contact 142 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work 143 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Example of error messages and remedies EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp Low battery voltage f Check the condition of the batteris Check the contact between the bat e S tery and the control unit 2 Lamps Failure in left drive motor Check the connection of the left drive motor Pe See 3 Lamps Short circuit in left drive motor O Check the left drive motor s contacts and cables g
76. tuator s cable connections Tee 00 140 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics Rnet LED Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started parts of the wheelchair s electronics are checked If any fault has occurred in these parts this is displayed on the control panel s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model 141 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Troubleshooting A CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission Permanently on Everything is in order The number of lamps that light up depends on the voltage remaining in the batteries If the bat teries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly flashing red lamps 1 2 lamps The batteries need to be charged immediately Rapid flashing 1 10 lamps A faul
77. up or down slopes with a gradient greater than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk that the wheelchair will not maneuver safely A WARNING Operation Inclines Do nat drive the wheelchair where the sideways gradient is more than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk of tipping over Do not drive up or down ramps that are not equipped with proper edge protection along the sides of the ramp to prevent the wheelchair from falling off of the ramp When driving up an incline be sure to drive your wheelchair straight up the incline perpendicular Driving at an angle up an incline increases the risk of tipping or falling Use extreme caution when driving up an incline Do not drive down or up a hazardous incline such as a surface covered with snow ice or wet leaves or a surface that is uneven Also avoid driving on ramps that do not have proper edge protection 19 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Safety instructions A WARNING Operation Turning Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheelchair tipping and personal injury The possibility of tipping can be increased by high turning speed sharp turns uneven surfaces abrupt changes in direction and driving from an area of low traction e g lawn to an area of high traction e g sidewalk To protect against tipping personal injury and prop
78. when driving near edges and precipices We recommend that you do repeated test drives in an environment in which you feel safe so that you are very familiar with how the wheelchair and its accessories behave in different situations before you start to use the wheelchair on public roads and in other public locations Driving Check that the control panel is correctly fitted and the joystick is in the neutral position Ensure that you have good support for example the wheelchair s arm rest for the part you use to handle the joystick with Do not just use the joy stick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely 1 Switch on the power by pressing the start key on the control panel 2 Select a suitable driving profile with the PROFILE key if the system is programmed for more than one driving profile 3 Move the joystick carefully forwards to drive forwards or backwards to reverse 4 The speed setting is adjusted using the keys for higher and lower speed The wheelchair s electronics allow very slow driving over edges You can drive up to the edge and then carefully drive over it 90 Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Handling Joystick Error If the joystick is moved from the central position before during or immediately after the control system is switched on the screen image for a shifted joystick will be displayed for 5 seconds On control panels wit
79. ww permobil com or alternatively ordered in large text Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Important Information about this Owner s Manual Technical support In the event of technical problems you should contact Permobil Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided Spare parts 8 accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil The expected service life of this product is 7 years Scrapping Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in force Warranty All wheelchairs are supplied with a two year product guarantee Batteries and charger are supplied with one year warranty Owner s Manual Permobil K300 C300 C300s Important Information about this Owner s Manual Incident reporting If an incident occurs please contact your nearest Permobil representative Normally the same person you contacted at purchase day To prepare this contact there is a link on our homepage on the internet at www permobil com Open up your country page and the contact page Here is the needed contact information and a guidance document in what in formation we need to investigate the incident Complete the information as much as possible This is of great help for us To increase the product quality and to ensure that our product is safe through the whole life cycle we need you to send in Incident Reports It is also stated in MEDDEV 2 12 1 and A

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