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1. 26 Removing the Seat elevator 2 2 27 Fitting the 5 28 Fixed seat tube c o bee pesam asi 29 Service POSION 29 Adjusting the Seat Height 29 aio 30 Seat support Fe 31 Seats em 33 Sia qe SO 33 Control Panel 2 2 2 35 Control Panel VR2 ER qu dons RSS a RU UK Nd RR TM a URS E 36 Output stage 22 1 37 Output stage 38 Lights module 2 22 39 cc e 40 ICS master module 2 2 22220222 41 FUSES 42 Lights accessories 4 4 2 2 2 2 1 44 Control System 47 Trouble shooting 48 Trouble shooting
2. 47 Cabling overview R net 66 Cabling overview VR2 68 D Drive motors 24 Drive wheels 12 E ESP Q 40 Fixed seat tube 29 Fuses 42 Introduction 5 ICS master module 41 L Lights module 39 s 44 70 M Maintenance 5 Output stage Rnet 37 Output stage VR2 38 Pivot wheel 14 Serial Number labels 6 Support wheels 16 Shock absorbers 19 Slewing brackets 20 Seat elevator 26 Seat support 31 cL 33 T Technical support 5 Troubleshooting R net 48 Troubleshooting VR2 63 W Wheel forks 18 Wheel lock release 21 71 Artikelnr 205268 US 0
3. mode and recalibrate If the error persists the joystick module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 8 Latched Timeout This occurs when the control system detects that the programmed block time has been exceeded This can for example be due to the signal units joystick main steering device suction and blowing device etc not having been used frequently enough The error reference provides information on why the control system has left block mode Cycle the voltage Activate block mode If the error persists after the checks listed above the signal unit may be defective Read more in section 5 3 9 Brake Lamp Short This occurs when the control system detects a short circuit in the brake lamp electrical circuit Read more about connectors in section 2 3 e Check the brake lamps their cables and the connections to the control system 3 10 Lamp Short This occurs when the control system detects a short circuit in the electrical circuit of one of the lamps 7205 Short circuit left hand lamp 7209 Short circuit right hand lamp Check the lamps their cables and the connections to the control system 3 11 Indicator Lamp Short This occurs when the control system detects a short circuit in the electrical circuit of one of the indicators 7206 Short circuit left indicator 720A Short circuit right indicator e Check the indicators their cables and the connections to the control system 3 12 Indi
4. e Check all parameter settings and then reprogram the control system with the help of R net s PC programmers Make a note of the current parameter settings and then reset the control system to the standard settings Reprogram the required settings in small groups and cycle the voltage after each group to see if the error recurs If the error persists after the checks listed above the power unit may be defective Read more in section 5 3 21 Module Error This occurs when the control system detects an error in a specific module The module is displayed on the diagnostics screen according to the description in section 2 e Check all cables and connections Cycle the voltage If the error persists after the checks listed above the module specified may be defective Read more in section 5 56 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 22 System Error This occurs when the control system detects an error that cannot be ascribed to a specific module e Check all cables and connections Cycle the voltage If the error persists and the system includes third party modules Disconnect all modules that do not come from PGDT and cycle the voltage If this has dealt with the error Connect one third party module at a time and cycle the voltage each time Ifthe error recurs after one of the voltage cycles the last module to be connected must be defective If the error persists after the checks listed above t
5. 4 Hefit the upper chassis cover See page 9 The Seat support is fitted with two screws 31 Seat su rt For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Allen key 5 mm Removal of rubber cushion iei didis 1 Remove the rubber cushion by turning it counterclockwise see fig Fitting of rubber cushion The rubber cusions bracket can be fitted in two different positions laying down or standing This is to suit both standard Tilt and Anterior Tilt 5 Fit the bracket laying down together with standard tilt Fit the bracket standing together with Anterior tilt 5 see fig below Changing the position of the bracket Remove the seat support See description on previous page Remove the rubber cushion bracket it is fitted with two screws from underneath see fig Rotate the bracket 90 and fit with the two screws see fig p Fit the rubber cushion On wheelchairs without seat tilt mechanism fit the spacer on the bracket by turning it clockwise untill it is fully located on the bracket 5 Fit the rubber cushion without washers by turning it clockwise untill it is fully located on the bracket or on wheelchair without seat tilt mechansim untill it is fully located on the long spacer Lower the seat lift Verify how the height of the seat support correspond with the height of the seat when the seat lift has reched its lowest position At the correct height the rubber cushion should be com
6. It is held in place with two screws see illustration These two screws also hold the bracket for the ICS control panel 2 if there is one fitted see illustration Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the control panel 1 with the two screws see fig Also fit the bracket for the ICS control panel 2 if the wheelchair is equipped with one with the same screws see fig N Connect the control panel cabling at the connector on the cabling Re attach the cabling to its fixing points On Corpus 3G refitt the cover 3 on the the arm rest using the two screws The control panel ans ICS is attached with two screws 35 Control panel VR2 Removal 1 Remove the upper and rear chassis cover See page 8 2 Remove the cable ties holding the control panel cabling in place Note the positions of the cable ties for subsequent fitting 3 Disconnect the control panel cabling from the output stage see illustration The control panel cabling is connected to the output stage 4 Remove the control panel 3 It is held in place with two screws underneath see illustration Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 36 Output stage R net Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the chassis covers See page 8 3 Disconnect the electrical connections from the output stage Note their positions see illustration below Inhibit External
7. 2 2 2 220 2 63 Cabling overview 66 Cabling overview 2 0 0 42211 68 dee 70 Introduction Introduction The Service Manual is intended for technical personnel who maintain and repair power wheelchairs It is important that anyone who performs maintenance and repairs described in this manual reads and understands the content of this manual so that the work is performed professionally Always state the chassis number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided Technical Support In the event of technical problems you should contact Permobil BV Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided Spare parts and Accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil BV Warranties Batteries and charger are supplied with a one year warranty Maintenance See the information in the Owner s Manual Identification plates Identification plates Chassis Identification plate on chassis Rnet output stage 250945 03 LID MADE m ETQO Identification plate Rnet output stage Rnet control panel Y Identification plate on Rnet control panel Identification plates Identification p
8. See page 26 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the upper chassis cover See page 9 Remove the seat including the seat tilt mechanism if the wheelchair is equipped with such device See page 33 CAUTION The seat is heavy This work should therefore always be performed by two people Be careful with the cabling If the wheelchair is equipped with seat support remove it See page 31 Remove the seat lift it s fitted with four screws see fig below VR2 Separate the seat lift cabling at the contacts on the cabling R net Disconnect the seat lift cabling from the ICS general module Lift the seat lift straight up out of the chassis For this task the following tools are necessary 7 Allen key 5 mm f ICS General Module is fitted at the rear of the chassis ICS General Module Seat elevator Seat elevator For this task the following tools are necessary 22 Assembly 1 Allen key 5 mm f Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the seat lift into the chassis using the four screws see fig below If the wheelchair is equipped with seat support mount it See page 31 2 VR2 Connect the seat lift cabling at the connector on the cabling R net Connect the seat lift cabling to the ICS general module ICS General Module is fitted at the rear of the chassis 3 Fit the seat including the seat tilt mechanism if the wheelchair is equipped with such dev
9. Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net Example of a screen showing a system fault Identified module PM r Error message Controller Fault Error code Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem PM Power module JSM Joystick module Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered 2 1 4 Example The screen example shown below displays the following information Identified module Power module error Error message Low Battery Error code 2C00 This means that the battery needs charging or that the battery has not been connected properly e Check the battery connections Attempt to charge the battery if it is properly connected Identified module Error message Low Battery Error code 50 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 2 2 System log All errors are saved in the system log regardless of whether they have been remedied or are still active The system log saves the error messages and the number of times they arise The errors are saved in their respective modules within the system The system log is accessed by means of programming directly in the system On Board Programming OBP Contact Permobil or your repair engineer for more information on OBP Go to OBP mode Select System from the menu Select Diagno
10. from your service contact 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 cannot be held responsible for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work 61 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net Example of a screen showing a system fault em z a Identified module PM 2i Error message Controller Fault Error code Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem PM Power module JSM Joystick module Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there are no replaceable parts in the Rnet control system Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil approved repairer for repair CAUTION If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind arising as a result of a component of the Rnet control system being opened adjusted or modified without
11. Adjust the seat tube to the service position see above 2 Screw the height adjustment screw in place in the desired height position See the illustration The three holes in positions that raise the seat above the standard position are plugged with plastic screws one of these three holes is to be used the plastic screw must first be removed With the seat Corpus 3G the height adkustment screw should never be mounted in position 1 or 2 See fig For this task the following tools are necessary 1 1 Allen key 5 mm Allen key 6 mm 7 Standard position Not for Corpus 3G Recommended position for Corpus 3G Position of the height adjustment screw 29 Fixed seat tube Fixed seat tube 3 Undo the screw locking the seat tube height position and push the seat downwards Turn the seat so that the head of the height adjustment screw is in the groove in the outer tube of the seat tube see illustration Tighten the screw that locks the fixed height position of the seat tube Removing the fixed seat tube 1 Raise the seat to the service position see previous page Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the upper chassis cover See page 9 Remove the seat including the seat tilt mechanism if the wheelchair is equipped with such device See page 33 34 CAUTION The seat is heavy This work should therefore always be performed by two people Be careful wi
12. Zn 12C1 Bolt ISO 2768 m Stainless Lubricant friction brake Momentum PRO AA 2 0 025 c Fit the O ring In the groove of the friction plate Shock Absorbers Shock Absorbers The shock absorbers may be fitted in two different positions a standard position suitable for all users and a position that produces slightly softer suspension recommended for user s with a body weight of 150 16 or less Removal 1 Raise the seat seat elevator to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position See page 29 If the seat elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control Shock Absorber panel 3 Remove the chassis cover See page 8 Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground 5 Unscrew and remove the two screws that hold the shock absorber in place See figure Fitting 1 Fit the shock absorber on the chassis with screws and washers 2 Using screws washers and nuts fit the other end of the shock absorber in the position on the link arm that suits the user best 3 Fit the chassis cover See page 8 4 Lower the seat to its normal height Shock Absorbers fitted in standard position Adjustment The shock absorber s spring force should be adjusted to the correct value see figure The s
13. charging socket Motor 1 Left 4 Remove the output stage by unscrewing its two mounting screws See fig Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the Power Module with the two nuts see fig above 2 Connect the electrical connections to the Power Module Note their positions see fig above 3 Fit the chassis covers See page 8 9 4 Switch the main fuse to ON See page 42 The output stage 15 fitted with two screws 37 Output stage VR2 Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the chassis covers See page 8 3 Disconnect the electrical connections from the output stage Note their positions see illustration below 0000 Control Panel Inhibit External charging socket Actuator Output stage cable connections VR2 4 Remove the output stage by unscrewing its two mounting screws See the figure On a chassis fitted with lights remove the lights module See page 39 Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the Power Module with the two nuts see fig above 2 Connect the electrical connections to the Power Module Note their positions see fig above 3 Fit the chassis covers See page 8 9 The output stage is fitted with two screws 4 Switch the main fuse to ON See page 42 38 Lights module Lights module Only applies to chassis with VR2 and lights Removal 1 Switch off the main po
14. nuts see fig below 4 Reattach the battery connection cables to the batteries 5b Fit the chassis covers See page 8 9 6 Switch the main fuse to ON see fig 43 On chassis with R net Control System the Main Fuse is fitted with two nuts Main fuse battery isolator On Off Lig hts accessories Removing the front lights 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the front and upper chassis covers See page 8 9 Disconnect the lights cable at the connections on the chassis These are positioned on the left and right hand side of the power module See fig Remove the cable from its cable brackets on the inside of the chassis cover See fig below Remove the light with bracket it s mounted with two screws nuts and washers See fig Remove the bracket from the light it s fitted with three screws See fig 44 For this task the following tools are necessary Torxnyckel TX20 Insexnyckel 3 mm Left 1 Front Light 1 Front Light 2 Indicator 2 Rear Light 3 Rear Light 3 Indicator The light with bracket 15 fitted to the chassis cover with two screws nuts and washers The light is fitted to the bracket with three screws The cables are fitted with cable brackets on the inside of the chassis cover Lig hts accessories Assembly of front lights Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the light on its bracket using
15. rapidly and the wheelchair will not run The wheelchair can only be Seat lift raised too high Lower seat lift driven at reduced speed The wheelchair cannot be charged The wheelchair switches POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Batteries discharged Charge the batteries The cable connection to Insert the cable in the control the control panel has panel come loose Main fuse blown Check possible causes carefully before replacing the main fuse See page 42 Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect the charging cable from the Brake release activated Reset the brake release The wheelchair is locked Unlock the wheelchair See user manual Electronics fault See pages 49 62 Main fuse blown Check possible causes carefully before replacing the main fuse See page 42 The electronics energy saving Switch the wheelchair on again itself off after a certain period mode has been activated using the start key on the control of inactivity panel 48 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net Rnet diagnostics When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchairs electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s display 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 wheelchair s electronics More information on troubles
16. reverse order 1 Fit the wheel with the four screws 2 Tighten the four screws using a torque wrench Tightening torque 24Nm 2 Align the hubcap on the rim and fit it by pushing it straight in Pos Description Hub cap Screw ISO 4762 M8x20 8 8 Fe Zn 5 C1 Wheel Fitting removing the Drive wheels 12 Drive wheels Drive wheels For this task the following tools are necessary Taking the rim apart e The rim can be taken apart to make it possible to fit remove solid or pneumatic tires 1 Remove the wheel in question from the wheelchair See the previous page 2 If the tire is pneumatic release the air WARNING Ensure that pneumatic tires are not pressurized before the rim is taken apart otherwise there is a risk of personal injury 3 Remove the six screws holding the two halves of the rim together see illustration 4 Take the rim apart Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the two rim halves 1 amp 4 together with tire 3 and if pneumatic tire is used it s inner tube 2 Tighten the six screws using a torque wrench Tightening torque 22Nm On wheels with pneumatic tires fill the tire to recommended tire pressure 200 kPa 2 bar Fit the wheel on to the wheelchair See previous page WARNING The recommended tire pressure for pneumatic tires is 200 kPa 2 bar Overfilling entails a risk of explosion Incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and
17. system If the error persists after the batteries and connections have been checked the power module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 4 Brake Error This occurs when the control system detects a problem in the solenoid brakes or the connections to them 1505 M1 Brake Error 1506 M2 Brake Error Check the solenoid brakes their cables and the connections to the control system If the error persists after the checks listed above the power module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 5 Motor Error This occurs when the control system detects that a motor has been disconnected 3BOO M1 Motor Error 3C00 M2 Motor Error e Check the motors their cables and the connections to the control system If the error persists after the checks listed above the power module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 6 Inhibit Active This occurs when one of the inhibit signals is active and is in blocked mode The last two digits of the error code indicate the active inhibit signal The code is hexadecimal 1E01 For inhibit signal 1 1 09 For inhibit signal 9 1 For inhibit signal 10 Cycle the voltage This will deactivate the block mode which may remedy the error e Check all connections and switches for the indicated inhibit signals 53 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 7 Joystick Calibration Error This occurs when joystick calibration has been unsuccessful e Go to
18. the seat using the four screws See the fig It can be mounted in three different positions depending For more information see the seats service manual Fit the control panel See page 35 Re attach the cabling to its fixing points Mount the seat plates by first mounting them with the quick mount clamps at the front and then the screws at the back Fit the quick mount clamps by pushing them straight into the holes Fit the cushion in desired position by pressing it against the seat plates Lower the seat to desired position If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 N lt q al LJ eS seat plates on Corpus 3G are held place by two screws at the back edge and two quick mount clamps at the front 34 Control Panel Co ntrol Panel R net For this task the following tools are necessary A Removal 1 Allen key 4 mm f 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Loosen the control panel cabling from its fixing points Remember how the cabling is positioned this helps when you come to re attach it On Corpus 3G a cover 3 on the the arm rest has to be removed it is fitted with two screws 3 Separate the control panel cabling at the connector on the cabling 4 Remove the control panel 1
19. the three screws See fig On chassis not equipped with holes for attachment of front lights drill new holes using a 4 mm drill on the markings inside of the chassis covers See fig below Fit the front light with bracket on the chassis cover using the two screws washers and nuts See fig Fit the cables with the attached cabel brackets inside the chassis cover according to figure below Connect the front lights to the connectors on the chassis These are positioned on the left and right hand side of the power module See fig Refit the front and upper chassis covers See page 8 9 For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Torxnyckel TX20 1 Insexnyckel 3 mm The light with bracket is fitted to the chassis cover with two screws nuts and washers The light is fitted to the bracket with three screws Left 1 Front Light 2 Indicator 3 Rear Light 9 1 Front Light 2 Rear Light 3 Indicator On chassis not equipped with holes for attachment of front lights drill new holes using a 4 mm drill on the markings inside of the chassis cover The cables are fitted with cable brackets on the inside of the chassis cover 45 Lights Lig hts accessories Removing the front indicators The front indicators are delivered complete with the chassis front cover 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the front chassis cover See pa
20. SERVICEMANUAL Permobil K C300 C300s Power Wheelchair How to contact Permobil Permobil Inc 300 Duke Drive Lebanon TN 37090 PH 800 736 0925 FAX 800 231 3256 info 9 permobil com Head Office of the Permobil group Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden Tel 46 60 59 59 00 Fax 46 60 57 52 50 E mail info 9 permobil com Produced and published by Permobil AB Sweden Version 1 2012 10 Article no 205268 US 0 Contents mc a E T 5 Serial Number labels E VR NV UU AER NR 6 eU c 8 Batteries 10 Drive wheels 12 Pivot wheels 14 Support wheels 16 Support wheel bracket 0 72 2 17 Wheel forks 18 Shock absorbers 19 Slewing brackets 1 2 2 20 Wheel lock release 21 miis cia cci MEER 21 Magnetic wheel lock 22 Wheel Lock Release 23 Drive motors 24 Seat elevator 26 Manual Raising Lowering of the Seat elevator
21. Test run Set the highest permitted speed to the lowest value and run the wheelchair in all directions while checking that it runs smoothly and is easy to maneuver Repeat the test with the speed control set to the highest possible value 4 4 Gradient test WARNING When this test is conducted an additional person must be present in order to prevent the wheelchair tipping over backwards Run the wheelchair forwards up its steepest permitted gradient Release the joystick when the wheelchair is on the upward slope and check that the wheelchair stops and that the brakes function as they should without the front wheels lifting from the ground Bring the joystick forwards and continue to run up the slope Check that the wheelchair moves gently forwards Stop the wheelchair and reverse down the slope Release the joystick when the wheelchair is on the upward slope and check that the wheelchair stops and that the brakes function as they should without the front wheels lifting from the ground 59 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 4 5 Test of lights indicators and warning lights If the wheelchair is equipped with lights e Check that all bulbs light up as they should e Check that all bulbs light up as they should and that the flashing frequency is 1 5 Hz x 0 5 Hz Remove the bulbs turn and check that the remaining bulb on the same side flashes at a requency of 3 Hz 0 5 Hz If the wheelchair is equipped
22. acts to the output stage 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit Check the contacts to the magnetic brake 10 Lamps High battery voltage Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the control unit 7 5 Lamps Communication error A communication error has been indicated Check that the cable to the control panel is not damaged and is correctly inserted 8 2 Lamps Adjustment device error An adjustment device error has been indicated If the wheelchair is fitted with more than one adjustment device check which one is not working Check the adjustment device cable connections 65 Cabling overview ER HA mE R MET Connector block 4 pos 66 Cabling overview Qu QU uum gm eo CC 613255 JSM L sw R net 613291 ISM L sw T R net 613809 JSM LED L R net 613580 CISM L sw 67 Cabling overview 311543 PMT Motor Brake cable 3111542 PH7D Electronics Basic VRZ PM90 613702 Electronics Basic VAZ 70 613221 68 overview 5 1 6 17 8 J 311551 Cabling overview VR2 m UO O 69 Index B Batteries 10 Contents 4 Covers 8 Control panel R net 35 Control panel 2 36 Control system
23. amps at the front See the illustration 4 je m Ong EE CE First remove the screws then use your hand mmm e to carefully push the seat plate from below to release the quick mount clamps at the front Sitsplatarna pa Corpus 3G sitter monterade med tv skruvar i bakkant samt tv snabbfastklammor framkant 5 Remove the control panel Loosen the control panel cabling from its fixing points Remember how the cabling is positioned this helps when you come to re attach it 6 On wheelchair equipped with seat tilt separate the cabling for the seat angle mechanism at the contact on the cabling The contact is at the front right corner of the seat angle mechanism next to the other cabling see fig The connector is on the cabling at the front right corner of the seat angle mechanism next to the rest of the cabling 7 Remove the four screws that hold the seat in place see fig The seat can be mounted in three different positions depending on the currant seat depth Note the position the seat is mounted in for future reference 8 Lift the seat off the seat lift seat column CAUTION The seat is heavy This work should therefore always be performed by two people Be careful with the cabling 33 Seats For this task the following tools are necessary Assembly of Corpus 3G Assemble in the reverse order 1 1 Allen key 5 mm Allen key 6 mm Mount
24. as standard in the high position This position produces the best accessibility but it also means that the wheelchair may incline more before the support wheels meet the ground which the user may find unpleasant Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the screw See figure WARNING Removing the support wheels entails an increased risk of the wheelchair tipping over The wheelchair must not be driven when the support wheels are not fitted Fitting 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Fit the wheel with the screw washer and nut in the desired position See figure 16 Support wheels may be fitted in three different positions low medium and high Support wheel bracket Support wheel bracket Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the rear wheel on the side in question See the illustration above 3 Remove the two screws 2 that hold the support wheel bracket in place at the rear see illustration At the same time lift the support wheel carefully to make it easier to remove the screws Please note that the spring in the top edge of the bracket now comes loose 4 Remove the screw 1 that holds the support wheel bracket in place at the front see illustration Assembly Assemble in the reverse order Begin with the front screw 1 and associated spacer and washer Then replace the spring before fittin
25. ause 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 instructions from your service contact 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 cannot be held responsible for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started 64 Troubleshooting VR2 1 Lamp Low battery voltage Check the condition of the battery Check the contact between the battery and the control unit 2 Lamps Failure in left drive motor Check the connection to the left drive motor 3 Lamps Short circuit in left drive motor Check the drive motor s contacts and cables 4 Lamps Failure in right drive motor Check the connection to the right drive motor 5 Lamps Short circuit in right drive motor Check the drive motor s contacts and cables 6 Lamps Battery charger connected Disconnect the battery charger 7 Lamps Joystick error Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is started 8 Lamps Control system error Check the cont
26. cator Lamp Failed This occurs when the control system detects an error in the electrical circuit of one of the indicators This usually means the indicator needs replacing 7207 Error in left indicator 7208 Error in right indicator e Check the indicators their cables and the connections to the control system 54 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 16 DIME Error This occurs when the control system detects an ID conflict between two modules in the system If anew module has been added Disconnect the new module and cycle the voltage If no error occurs connect the new module to the system and cycle the voltage Ifthe error recurs the new module must be the cause of the problem If no new modules have been added Disconnect one module at a time and cycle the voltage If the error persists after the checks listed above have been performed consult your service contact or Permobil 3 17 Memory Error This is a non specific memory error that may be caused by any of the system modules e Check all cables and connections Cycle the voltage If the error persists and the system includes third party modules Disconnect all modules that do not come from PGDT and cycle the voltage If this has dealt with the error Connect one third party module at a time and cycle the voltage each time Ifthe error recurs after one of the voltage cycles the last module to be connected must be defective I
27. e order Tighten the screw holding the link arm in place CAUTION Do not use a Pneumatic impact wrench with a torque wrench Tightening torque 15 Nm ua e E as i Fl qnan l an E 7 Removal fitting of slewing brackets 20 Wheel Lock Release Wheel Lock Release The wheel lock release consists of a plastic rail a wheel lock release sensor and a magnetic wheel lock on each drive motor Removing the Plastic Rail 1 Raise the seat seat elevator to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position See page 29 If the seat elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the chassis cover See page 8 4 Remove the wheel lock release sensor see page 23 CAUTION Before removing the plastic rail make sure the wheel lock release sensor is removed 5 If the wheel lock release arm is moved backwards on the left magnetic wheel lock the plastic rail can be pulled out of the chassis Fitting the Plastic Rail CAUTION Before inserting the plastic rail make sure the wheel lock release sensor is removed 1 Insert the plastic rail on the right side of the chassis 2 Check that the rail is correctly located by the wheel lock release sensor See figure 3 Push t
28. emove the chassis covers See page 8 9 Switch the main fuse to OFF see fig above Detach the negative cable from the rear battery Detach the positive cable from the front battery Remove the main fuse which is held in place with two nuts see fig below Main fuse battery isolator On Off For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Wrench 6 mm 1 Phillips head screwdriver CAUTION Fold the battery connection cables under so they cannot come into contact with the battery terminals On chassis with R net Control System the Main Fuse is fitted with two nuts 6 Disconnect the cables from the mail fuse by loosening the screws see fig CAUTION Note the direction in which the fuse is installed for subsequent fitting The ON OFF position must match the appropriate sticker on the chassis His T Main fuse cable connection 42 Fuses Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Switch the new main fuse to OFF 2 Connect the cables to the new main fuse CAUTION Note the direction in which the fuse is installed for subsequent fitting The ON OFF position must match the appropriate sticker on the chassis Check that the cables are firmly attached For this task the following tools are necessary 22 1 Wrench 6 mm f 1 Phillips head screwdriver a Main fuse cable connection Gh matii S 3 Fit the new main fuse on the bracket with the two
29. er Module ICS master module Only applies to chassis with R net The wheelchair seat may be equipped with an ICS control system and if so the seat is controlled from the system s ICS master module This is fitted in the wheelchair chassis Removal 1 Raise the seat to the highest position If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the chassis covers See page 8 9 4 Lift the master module upright of its holder see fig 5 Pull the cover off 6 Cut off the cable ties that hold the cables and detach the electrical connections Note their positions for subsequent fitting Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 41 ICS master module with cover removed Fuses Resetting the main fuse The main fuse also functions as a battery isolator but it is usually called the main fuse It is not normally necessary to replace the main fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered The main fuse can be accessed through a recess in the rear chassis cover It is reset by switching the switch to ON see fig CAUTION If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the fuse is reset Removal 1 R
30. f the error persists after the checks listed above the power module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 18 PM Memory Error This is a specific error in the power module e Check all cables and connections Heprogram the control system with the help of H net s PC programmers This should be done with either the latest specific program file for the wheelchair or Permobil s original program file If the error persists after the checks listed above the power unit may be defective Read more in section 9 CAUTION Programming should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of control systems from PGDT Incorrect programming can mean that the wheelchair is not safe to use Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind if the control system factory settings are altered by programming 55 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 19 Cable This occurs when the control system detects a connection error in the communication cables between the modules e Check all cables and connections to ensure there is no stoppage Replace any cables with visible damage Then cycle the voltage Disconnect one cable at a time from the system and cycle the voltage after each disconnection If the error persists after the checks listed above the power unit may be defective Read more in section 5 3 20 Bad Settings This occurs when the control system detects incorrect or invalid program settings
31. g a high level of safety regardless of the wheelchair s other settings and equipment The control system can also be programmed in order to make adjustments needed for a specific user Standard parameter files can be downloaded from Permobil s website www permobil se For more information on programming the VR2 control system and obtaining parameter files see the technical user manual for programming Pilot VSI VR2 Art no 205009 SE 0 For more information on programming adjustment of the Rnet control system and obtaining parameter files see the technical user manual for programming R net Art no 205222 SE 0 WARNING If the seat is raised above the standard position for wheelchairs equipped with a fixed seat tube it is recommended that the wheelchair s control system be programmed so that the parameter for maximum forward speed is set to 75 This particularly applies if the user s weight exceeds 100 kg 47 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 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 you should always contact your service contact Permobil in case of doubt EVENT The wheelchair will not start The wheelchair cannot be driven An exclamation mark on the control panel display is flashing
32. g the two remaining screws 2 with associated spacers and washers Lift the support wheel carefully to make it easier to fit the two rear screws Attaching the support wheel 17 Wheel Forks Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground 3 Remove the cap from the top of the link arm See figure 4 Remove the friction plate It is fitted with one screw from above See figure 5 Remove the wheel fork It is fitted with a nut from above See figure Fitting Fit the wheel fork in the reverse order Fit the O ring on the friction plate See figure CAUTION Lubricate the O ring with Lubricant Part no 1820405 friction brake WARNING No other type of lubricant than that stated here may be used Tighten the nut holding the wheel fork in place with a torque wrench Tightening torque 33 Nm Tighten the screw holding the friction plate in place with a torque wrench Tightening torque 15 Nm CAUTION Do not use an impact wrench for the tightening torque 18 Plastic plug Bolt ISO 10642 M8x20 10 9 Fe Zn 5 C1 Locking coat DIN 267 28 O ring 024 2x3 EPDM Friction plate ISO 2768 m Fe Zn 12C1 Nut DIN 934 M14x1 5 8Fe Zn 8C1 Bearing 6002 2RS1 15 32 9 Circlip DIN 472 232 Spacer ISO 2768 m Fe Zn 12C1 020 h9 Spacer ISO 2768 m Fe
33. ge 8 Disconnect the front indicators at the at the connections on the cabling These are positioned on top of the front battery Assembly of front indicators Assemble in the reverse order 1 Connect the front indicators connections on the cabling These are positioned on top of the front battery Refit the front chassis cover See page 8 Removing the rear lights and indicators The rear lights and indicators are delivered complete with the chassis rear cover 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the rear chassis cover See page 8 3 Disconnect the rear lights and indicator cables at the connections on the chassis These are positioned on the left and right hand side of the power module See fig Assembly of the rear lights and indicators Assemble in the reverse order 1 Connect the rear lights and indicator cables at the connections on the chassis These are positioned on the left and right hand side of the power module See fig 2 Refit the rear chassis cover See page 8 Front indicators 46 The rear cover is fitted with the upper chassis cover Left O 1 Front Light 2 Indicator 3 Rear Light 9 1 Front Light 2 Rear Light 3 Indicator Light amp Indicator connections Control system Control system The wheelchair s control system can be programmed in order to optimize the performance of the wheelchair while also maintainin
34. he control panel Remove the front battery cover See page 8 Disconnect the battery connections See fig See also the sticker on the front chassis cover 6 Lift pull the battery out of the chassis using the battery belt Fitting 1 Lift a new battery into the chassis using the battery belt Leave the battery belt on the battery Place the battery with the battery terminals at the front 2 Connect the battery connections on the new battery See also the sticker on the front chassis cover 3 Hefit the battery cover See page 8 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 10 Battery connections Front battery removed Batteries Removing the Rear Battery 1 Place the wheelchair on a level surface 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the upper and rear chassis covers See pages 8 9 4 Remove the output stage s mounting plate by lifting it straight up and then turning it so that the output stage s cabling faces downwards See Figure 5 Disconnect the battery connections See also the sticker on the upper chassis cover A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles 6 Lift pull the battery out of the chass
35. he rail in further so that its end emerges on the left side of the chassis 4 the wheel lock release arm is moved backwards on the left magnetic wheel lock the plastic rail can be moved into place 5 Hefit the wheel lock release sencor see page 23 6 Hefit the chassis cover See page 8 Lower the seat to its normal height 21 backwards on the left magnetic wheel lock the plastic rail can be pulled out of the chassis Wheel lock release sensor Wheel lock release Wheel Lock Release Wheel Lock Release Removing the Magnetic wheel lock 1 Raise the seat seat elevator to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position See page 26 If the seat elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 24 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the chassis cover See page 8 4 Disconnect the electrical connection of the magnetic wheel lock See figure The electrical connections of the wheel locks are positioned on the inside of the chassis on each side of the seat lift seat post Magnetic wheel lock 5 Unscrew and remove the three screws that hold the wheel lock in place See figure Fitting the Magnetic Wheel lock Fit the magnetic wheel lock in the reverse order Fit the magnetic wheel lock with the release arm facing upwards The magnet
36. he system from PGDT may be defective Read more in section 5 3 23 Gone to Sleep energy saving mode This occurs when the system has not been used for a period that exceeds the Sleep Timer parameter used for setting the energy saving mode Each time this occurs it is registered in the system log 3 24 Charging This occurs when the control system detects that a charger has been connected to either inhibit contact 1 or inhibit contact 3 Read more about connectors in section 2 3 The screen for battery charging is displayed when a charger is connected Each time this occurs it is registered in the system log When using an integral charger Disconnect the charger from the mains When using an external charger Disconnect the charger from the power wheelchair If the error persists after the charger has been disconnected the joystick module may be defective Read more in section 5 57 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 4 Basic test After a repair has been completed the following test should be performed These are minimum recommendations Depending on what the original error source was further tests may be necessary WARNING The tests described are minimum recommendations It is the responsibility of the repair engineer s to perform other tests on the basis of the original error source and the wheelchair model The necessary information on other tests is available in the wheelchair service manual Permobi
37. heelchair switches The electronics energy saving Switch the wheelchair on again itself off after a certain period mode has been activated using the start key on the control of inactivity panel 63 Troubleshooting VR2 Troubleshooting VR2 VR2 electronics diagnostics 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 personnel with good knowledge of the wheelchair 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 batteries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly flashing red lamps 1 2 The batteries need to be charged immediately Flashing fast 1 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair cannot be driven Switch off the wheelchair Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are connected correctly owitch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flashing lamps and check for a possible c
38. hooting 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 Rnet has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electric al system NB f the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it will still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diagnostic screen is displayed occasionally owitch 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 get in touch with 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 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 49
39. ic wheel lock is fitted with three screws 22 Wheel Lock Release Wheel Lock Release Removing the wheel lock release sensor 1 Raise the seat seat elevator to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position See page 29 If the seat elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the chassis cover See page 8 Disconnect the electrical connection of the Wheel lock release sensor wheel lock release sensor it s positioned on is fitted with two screws the top of the front battery Remove the wheel lock release sensor It is fitted with two screws See figure Hemove the plate fitted on the wheel lock sensor It is fitted with two screws and nuts Fitting the Wheel Lock Release Sensor Fit the wheel lock release sensor in the reverse order Wheel lock release sensor 23 Drive motor Drive motor Removal 1 Raise the seat electric seat lift to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position see page 29 If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat be raised lowered manually See page 26 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the chassis covers See page 8 9 Lift up and chock up
40. ice See page 33 34 CAUTION The seat is heavy This work should therefore always be performed by two people Be careful with the cabling 4 Fit the upper chassis cover See page 9 1 ICS General Module Fixed seat tube Fixed seat tube Service position The fixed seat tube can be raised to the service position to make it easier to set the fixed seat height and other service tasks on the wheelchair 1 Loosen the screw that locks the fixed height position of the seat tube see fig The seat is now pressed upwards by the integrated gas spring of the seat tube Lock the seat tube in the upper position using the screw before starting any other work see fig WARNING Always lock the seat tube in the upper position using the screw before starting any other work To return to normal position undo the screw locking the seat tube height position and push the seat downwards until the head of the height adjustment screw is in the recess in the outer tube of the seat tube see illustration WARNING The seat must not be subjected to load and the wheelchair must not be driven with the fixed seat tube in the service position Make sure that the head of the height adjustment screw is in the recess in the outer tube of the seat tube after work is completed Adjusting the seat height The length of the fixed seat tube can be adjusted to five different fixed positions 1
41. is using the battery belt Installation 1 Lift a new battery into the chassis using the battery belt Leave the battery belt on the battery Place the battery with the battery terminals at the rear 2 Connect the battery connections on the new battery See also the sticker on the upper chassis cover 3 Hefit the output stage s mounting plate and the chassis covers 11 7 2 me hf m E GA T i m ME s t mm _ BE C a T z 3 A m a 3 E Hu r zt S T q me ur p i B Fa 1 il pi 1 ee 4 Remove the output stage s mounting plate by lifting it straight up Rear battery removed Drive wheels Drive wheels For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Allen key 6 mm Removal 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground 3 Remove the hub cap 1 by pulling it straight out If necessary carefully lever it out using a screwdriver in the slot on the cap 4 Remove the four screws 2 that hold the wheel in place WARNING The central screw must not be removed 5 Remove the wheel by pulling it straight out Assembly Assemble in the
42. l cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind that may arise when these tests are conducted or that arise aS a consequence of further relevant tests not being conducted WARNING These tests should be conducted in an open space and some kind of clamping device such as a safety belt should always be used Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses for any kind arising due to these recommendations not being observed 41 Basic inspection Check that all contacts are properly connected Check all cables and contacts to ensure there is no visible damage Check that the rubber gaiter around the base of the joystick is not damaged Inspect the gaiter visually It should not be subjected to manual handling Ensure that all components of the control system are securely installed Do not over tighten the mounting screws 58 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 4 2 Brake test These tests should be carried out on an even surface with at least one meter of free space around the wheelchair e Switch on the control system e Check that the screen remains on after start up Bring the joystick slowly forwards until you hear the parking brakes functioning In some cases the wheelchair may begin to move Helease the joystick immediately You must hear both parking brakes functioning within 2 seconds Repeat the test three times bringing the joystick slowly backwards to the left and to the right 4 3
43. lates VR2 output stage VR2 control panel VR2 lights module Identification plate on VR2 output stage Identification plate on VR2 control panel LIGHTS Be 27010048 Identification plate VR2 lights module Covers Covers Removing the front chassis cover 1 Move fold the leg rests out 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the two knobs that hold the cover in place see fig 4 Lift the lower edge of the cover upwards forwards Note that the cover is mounted partially inside the chassis at the lower edge Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the cover partially inside the chassis at the lower edge see fig 2 Fit the two knobs that hold the cover in place see fig Removing the rear chassis cover 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 If the upper chassis cover isn t removed remove it s fastening knobs and lift it s rear end to release the rear chassis cover raise the seat if needed Remove the rear chassis cover by lifting it upwards backwards 3 Onwheelchairs equipped with lights disconnect the rear lights cabling see fig Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 wheelchairs equipped with lights reconnect the rear lights cabling see fig 2 Fit the cover partially inside the chassis at the lower edge see fig above 3 Make sure the uppe
44. lease after fitting When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair Description 0 2 Screw ISO 4762 M6x60 8 8 Fe Zn Washer ISO 7089 6 200 HV Fe Zn 5 C1 6 4x12x1 6 Fitting removing the Drive motor 25 Seat elevator Seat elevator For this task the following tools are necessary i 1 Allen key 4 Manual operation of electric seat lift If the seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Remove the cushion from the seat by lifting it straight up 3 Remove the seat plate The seat plates on Corpus 3G are held in place by two screws at the back edge and two quick mount clamps at the front The seat plates on PS seat are held in place by four screws 4 Raise lower the seat using the seat lift crank supplied WARNING Drills must not be used in connection with manual operation of the seat lift There is a risk of damage to materials Manual raising lowering of the Corpus seat using the seat lift crank 26 Seat elevator Seat elevator Removal 1 Raise the seat to the highest position If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually
45. maneuverability Check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure Pos Description ____ Rim outer section Inner tube Tire Rim outer section Screw ISO 4762 M8x30 8 8 Fe Zn Fitting a tire to a split rim 13 Pivot wheel Pivot wheels For this task the following tools are necessary A Removal 1 Allen key 6 mm f 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Liftup and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground 3 Remove the hub cap 4 see fig below 4 Remove the screw 3 and washer 2 see fig below 5 Remove the wheel 1 by pulling it of the axle see fig below Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Check that the axle and rim is not damaged If necessary clean to remove dirt and rust Replace damaged parts 2 Fitthe wheel on the axle using just your hands Check that the wheel is fully located on the axle 3 Fit the washer 2 on to the screw 3 4 Fit the screw 3 and washer 2 on to the axle Tighten the screw with a torque wrench Tightening torque 33 Nm 5 Fit the hubcap 4 CAUTION The screw must only be used once Once removed the screw must therefore never be refitted Do not use an impact wrench for the tightening torque Pos Description 0 2 No type of screw and washer other than those stated here Wheel VAN WARNING Washer 8 5x23x3 Screw ISO 4762 M8x16 10 9 Fe Zn Hub cap may be u
46. on 3 17 Go to section 3 18 Go to section 3 19 Go to section 3 20 Go to section 3 21 Go to section 3 22 Go to section 3 23 Go to section 3 24 52 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 1 Joystick Error The commonest cause for this error is that the joystick was moved away from its central position before and during the time at which the control system was switched on The screen for a shifted joystick is displayed for 5 seconds If the joystick is not released during this time a joystick error is registered Even if an error screen is not displayed the error and the number times it arises is registered in the system log Ensure that the joystick is in the central position and start up the control system the error persists the joystick or joystick module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 2 Low Battery This occurs when the control system detects that the battery voltage is lower than 16 V e Check the batteries and their connection to the control system If the error persists after the batteries and connections have been checked the power module may be defective Read more in section 5 3 3 High Battery This occurs when the control system detects that the battery voltage is higher than 35 V The commonest causes for this error are that the battery has been overcharged or a poor connection between the control system and the batteries e Check the batteries and their connection to the control
47. permission 62 Troubleshooting VR2 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The wheelchair will not start Batteries discharged Charge the batteries The cable connection to the Insert the cable in the control control panel has come loose panel Main fuse blown Check possible causes carefully before replacing the main fuse See page 42 The wheelchair cannot be Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect driven the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Brake release activated Reset the brake release The wheelchair is locked Unlock the wheelchair See user manual The battery voltage indicator Electronics fault See pages 64 65 on the control panel is flashing rapidly and the wheelchair will not run The wheelchair stops while The cable connection to the Insert the cable in the control being driven control panel has come loose panel The wheelchair can only be Seat lift raised too high Lower seat lift driven at reduced speed The wheelchair cannot be Main fuse blown Check possible causes carefully charged before replacing the charging fuse See page 42 The w
48. pressed 3 mm as the seat lift reaches its lowest position 6 needed adjust the seat support height Adjust the height of the seat support by raising the seat lift removing the rubber cushion and fit suitable number of the attached washers between the rubber cushion and its bracket or on wheelchair without seat tilt mechansim between the rubber cushion and the long spacer After performed adjustment verify how the height of the seat support correspond with the height of the seat when the seat lift has reached its lowest position At the correct height the rubber cushion should be compressed 3 mm If needed perform the adjustment once again The spacer is only used on s chassis without seat angle mechansim The rubber cushion s bracket can be fitted in two different positions laying down or standing The spacer is only used on chassis without seat angle mechansim 32 Seats For detta arbete beh vs f ljande verktyg Removal of Corpus 3G 1 st Insexnyckel 5 mm 1 st Insexnyckel 6 mm 1 Raise the seat to the highest position If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the cushion from the seat Sie 4 Remove the seat plates which are held in place by two screws at the back edge and two quick mount cl
49. pring force can be adjusted for various user weights with the adjusting nut Reduce the adjustment distance for harder suspension Adjustment nut increase the adjustment distance for softer Suspension Adjustment can be done with the shock absorber mounted in the chassis but make sure the wheelchair isn t under influence of any load a CAUTION Do not have any load in the wheelchair when adjusting Adjustment of shock absorber spring User weights Setting O 100 Kg 48 mm Above 100 Kg standard 46 mm Adjustment of shock absorber spring CAUTION Never adjust the spring to setting less then 46 mm 19 Slewing brackets Slewing brackets Removal 1 Raise the seat seat elevator to the highest position fixed seat tube to the service position See page 29 If the seat elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Remove the chassis cover Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground Slewing bracket attachment Remove the drive wheel see page 12 Remove the lower shock absorber bracket See page 19 Remove the link arm it is fitted with screw and washer For removal of wheel forks and wheels see the respective chapters Fitting Fit the link arm in the revers
50. r cover holds the rear cover and refit the two knobs see fig above The front and upper chassis cover is fitted with two knobs The rear cover is fitted with the upper chassis cover d 1 Front Light Righi 2 Indicator 3 Rear Light Lights and indicator cabling connections Covers Covers Removing the upper chassis cover The cover is fitted with two knobs see fig 1 Move fold the leg rests out and if necessary raise the seat Switch off the main power switch on the control panel If fitted remove the front cover See page 8 Remove the cover by pulling lifting it backwards Fitting the upper chassis cover 1 Move fold the leg rests out and if necessary raise the seat Switch off the main power switch on the control panel Fit the rear chassis cover before the upper chassis cover is fitted see page 8 Fit the front and upper chassis cover with the two knobs see fig below e 1 The upprer cover is fitted with four knobs Chassis covers Batteries 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 Removing the Front Battery 1 Place the wheelchair on a level surface 2 Move old the leg rests out and if possible raise the seat lift 3 Switch off the main power switch on t
51. roubleshooting R net Rnet diagnostics When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchair s electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s display 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 wheelchair 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 Rnet has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electric al system NB f the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it may still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diagnostic 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 get in touch with 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
52. sed 14 Pivot wheel Pivot wheels For this task the following tools are necessary Taking the rim apart The can be taken apart to make it possible to fit remove solid tires 1 Remove the wheel in question from the wheelchair See the previous page 2 Remove the three screws holding the two halves of the rim together see illustration 3 Take the rim apart Assembly Assemble in the reverse order Fit the two rim halves 2 amp 4 together with tire 3 Tighten the three screws using a torque wrench Tightening torque 9 8 3 Fit the wheel on to the wheelchair See previous page Pos Description Locking nut ISO 7040 M6 8 FE n Rim inner section Tire Solid 200x50 Rim outer section Screw ISO 4762 M6x30 8 8 Fe Zn Fitting a tire on the split rim 15 Support Wheels Support Wheels Support wheels may be fitted in three different positions low medium and high These fitting positions are marked L M and H Low With the support wheels fitted in the lower position low the wheelchair inclines less before the support wheels meet the ground but the accessibility of the wheelchair is reduced somewhat Medium With the support wheels fitted in the medium position the wheelchair inclines slightly more before the support wheels meet the ground but the accessibility of the wheelchair is increased somewhat High The support wheels are fitted
53. stics from the menu he diagnostics screen will now appear showing the connected modules and version history See the illustration below If a module has experienced no errors the message No Entries will be displayed otherwise something similar to the screenshot below will be displayed Diagnostics JSM 1 9 1 9 51 Troubleshooting R net Troubleshooting R net 3 Definitions of diagnostics messages When an error message has been displayed and the defective module has been identified you can use the following definitions to determine the possible cause of the error and what remedial action is required to correct it Error message Description Joystick Error Low Battery High Battery M1 Brake Error M2 Brake Error M1 Motor Error M2 Motor Error Inhibit Active Jstick Cal Error Latched Timeout Brake Lamp Short Left Lamp Short Right Lamp Short L Ind Lamp Short Ind Lamp Short L Ind Lamp Failed H Ind Lamp Failed DIME Error Memory Error PM Memory Error Bad Cable Bad Settings Module Error System Error Gone to Sleep Charging Go to section 3 1 Go to section 3 2 Go to section 3 3 Go to section 3 4 Go to section 3 4 Go to section 3 5 Go to section 3 5 Go to section 3 6 Go to section 3 7 Go to section 3 8 Go to section 3 9 Go to section 3 10 Go to section 3 10 Go to section 3 11 Go to section 3 11 Go to section 3 12 Go to section 3 12 Go to section 3 16 Go to secti
54. th the cabling 5 Remove the seat tube by unscrewing the four screws see fig 6 Lift the seat tube straight up out of the chassis Assembly Assemble in the reverse order ends up in the groove in the outer tube For this task the following tools are necessary Allen key 5 f at The Fixed seat tube is fitted with four screws Seat su rt For this task the following tools are necessary The chassis be equipped with a seat 1 Allen key 5 mm support The seat support is fitted behind the seat lift 1 Raise the seat to the highest position If the electric seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective the seat can be raised lowered manually See page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the upper chassis cover See page 9 4 Remove the seat support it is fitted with two screws Se fig below 5 Lift the seat support out of the chassis If the seat support is not supposed to be refitted refit the right screw which also holds the seat lift see fig below Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the rubber cushion according to description on page 32 2 If fitted remove the rear right fastening screw of the seat lift 3 Place the seat support in the chassis and mount it with the two screws see fig below The right screw holds both seat support and seat lift
55. the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground Remove the drive wheel See page 12 Separate the magnetic brake and drive motor cabling at the contacts on the cabling These are positioned on the inside of the chassis next to the seat lift see fig The contacts are mounted together in a holder the connection cables out through the chassis cable duct Remove the drive motor it s fitted with four screws see fig For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Allen key 5 mm 1 Allen key 6 mm 541 E The contacts are mounted together a holder Screw ISO 4762 M6x60 8 8 Fe Zn Washer ISO 7089 6 200 HV Fe Zn 5 C1 6 4x12x1 6 Fitting removing the Drive motor 24 Drive motor Drive motor For this task the following tools are necessary 1 Allen key 5 mm Assembly 1 Allen key 6 mm Assemble in the reverse order 1 Fit the drive motor with the four screws and washers see fig below 2 Run the connection cables in through the chassis cable duct 3 Connect the magnetic brake and drive motor cabling at the contacts on the cabling These are positioned on the inside of the chassis next to the seat lift seat tube see fig Fit the contacts together in their holder 4 Fit the drive wheel See page 12 5 Fit the chassis covers See page 8 9 CAUTION The contacts are mounted together in a holder Check the function of the brake re
56. wer switch on the control panel 2 Remove the upper and rear chassis covers See pages 8 9 3 Disconnect the electrical connections from the lights module Note their positions for subsequent fitting 4 Remove the lights module It is fitted with Velcro at the rear Assembly Assemble in the reverse order 39 BHA 4 7 e e 8 Lights module ESP module ESP module Removal 1 Raise the seat lift to its highest position To raise the seat on a chassis with a fixed seat tube see page 29 To raise the seat on a chassis with an electric seat lift that does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment device is defective see page 26 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Remove the chassis cover see page 8 4 The ESP module is fitted at the middle of the chassis Remove the ESP module with bracket it s fitted with one screw See figure 5 Remove the cables from the ESP module by pulling them straight out See figure 6 Remove the ESP module from its bracket it s fitteed by four screws See figure Fitting 1 Fit the ESP module to the bracket using the four screws See figure 2 Connect the cables to the ESP module by pressing them straight in See figure 3 Fitthe ESP module with bracket in the chassis using the attached screw See figure 4 Hefit the chassis cover See page 8 40 ESP modul ICS Mast
57. with warning lights e Check that all bulbs light up as they should and that the flashing frequency is 1 5 Hz x 0 5 Hz 4 6 Test of adjustment device If the wheelchair is equipped with an adjustment device Check that all motors move in the right direction Make sure that the mechanical end stops are secured and that they stop the adjustment device motors and thus use the automatic end stop tracking that is in the seat and light module ISM 4 7 Test of inhibit signal Connect a suitable battery charger or equivalent inhibit connecting device in the charging contact on the joystick module and check that the wheelchair is prevented from running If inhibit contacts 2 3 4 and 5 are used for inhibiting or speed restriction an appropriate test should be performed in order to check that they are functioning as they should 5 Repairing defective units Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there no replaceable parts in the Rnet control system Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil approved repairer for repair CAUTION If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the control system s warranty lapses CAUTION Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind arising as a result of a component of the Rnet control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission 60 Troubleshooting R net T

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