GENERAL USER MANUAL
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1. EE N EE GR ED EG Ge 7 1 3 Electromagnetic fACIATI ON se Se Gr Ge SS Se GE 8 1 4 Decals and instructions on the 8 1 4 1 Used decals on the wheelchair ee Ge 9 2 General description of the wheelchair ceeeececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeees 10 21 AEORNGUFBUDHS Pi Re Do Ge Re ef es aged e GE EE 10 22 AE OE EE N OR EE EE OE EA EE N EE 11 2 3 SEF environment ss EE Se ee ge ie ed ke ee ee E ge 11 24 Adjustment options n SN SE EG SE GE N De N es 12 3 Wheelchair ettings EE GE EE Da SE Dee ed Bee Oe KEN ee SAGE ek se ER ele aie 13 4 Checking the wheelchair before putting into USE ER EE EE RE EE EE 14 5 Us aithewheelchaif s icine Bae ee AR KEN heen eine eee 15 5 1 Getting in and out of the EE 15 5 1 1 Forwards transfer ER EE ER GE Ge EER GE Ee GE Ee Ee 15 5 1 2 Sideways ansler Ee SERE Ee SEGE NS ED ee DR EE EV ee oek Res 15 5 2 Driving the WHESICHAIFE ss Ee EG dee ge EG ER RE Se Re N RD ee eg 16 521 CUM SS EKS N bv cay ie Beara heen iy EE ER Oe EG te Ge 16 5 2 2 Braking Emergency Stop de EG GR Ee EE eee ees 16 5 3 Driving on a slope ER ass ER N Re Re Be ie ie RO Ee Ee ed 16 5 3 1 Slopes steeper than the normal user environment ee ee 16 54 MODSIACIES oe EG ie EE EE RE ee De RE DE ee ee Ge En2. 17 5 4 1 Driving up a KerDis is ae ER ee ee ee ee RD ee 17 5 4 2 Driving down a kerb ER AR AE EE ER 17 5 5 Adjustment Ms PRE eke ES N ee ea Ee ve eg es ee eg ge 18 5 6 Freewheel switch pushing the wheelchaiF ee ee 18 5 7 alorade dller USE cman as sede alee aa aaa aeiiae 19 6 Transport of the wheelchair ees RE EE ER RE ER EE EE EE ER GEGEE EE EE EE 20 6 1 Transport Of the wii elelhalf sissies heg een be le see ie oes veg Ek Eed 20 6 2 Reducing the Wheel Chall EE ESE NE EEN se ER Ek GE ayes 20 6 2 1 REMOVING the saat EG EG Ee GE EG 21 6 2 2 Removing the legrests AR ee ee EE ee ee ee 21 6 2 3 Removing he armreste siens Red ES Ee sd se oe Oe oge ie Es OG Dee 21 6 2 4 Folding down the backrest EE GE ED EG Ge 21 7 Maintenance of the wheelchaiF ss ss RR RR RR RR RR AR RR AREA RARR ER REAGEER RE EE EER ER RE EE 22 7 1 Cleaning the wheelchair is AA AA AA AR ER EE EE GE ee ee 22 7 1 1 Removing CORY de ie EE EE AE E 22 FZ suide MT AA N EN EE N ED EE ER N De 22 7 2 1 Charging the batteries ie ee ge De ee yes De ee e 23 7 2 2 Maintaining the batteries ee ee ee EA ee AA ee se ee 23 72 3 Replacing the batteries ses ee EE ed eg ee Re Ee Gee Ge 23 Tae A E ii OO EE EE EE EE ee EP ee 23 7 3 1 Tyre repair of drive wheels is EN GE EG GE Si eon EE EE Ge
3. 18 Use of the wheelchair The freewheel switch can be set to two positions e Drive mode In this position the chair can not be pushed e Push mode In this position the chair can not be driven using the controller The automatic parking brake only works if the switch is set to the drive position The freewheel switch should only be set to push if the chair is to be pushed When the chair is no longer being pushed the freewheel switch should be set to drive immediately e The freewheel switch is a function that was developed especially for wheelchair attendants The freewheel switch should only be operated by the attendant and never by the user e Never set the switch to push on a slope When the freewheel switch is set to push the automatic parking brake will be deactivated The wheelchair could then move down the slope 5 7 Storage after use If the wheelchair is not in use it must be stored in a cool place without being exposed to extreme weather conditions Do not place the wheelchair in direct sunlight Parts of the wheelchair can become so hot that they could cause burns The surrounding temperature when stored may not be lower than 20 C or higher than 65 C 19 Transport of the wheelchair 6 Transport of the 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
4. 24 7 4 Discarding the wheelchair AR ee ee ee eek Re ee ee ee ee ee 24 7 4 1 TAGS CAVIFOMMEN eE E E 24 WANN ER EE aeaa naaar aaa aadi a Kaaa asinsi 25 9 Technical specifications ie EER ENE Re EE ES De ER Ve EER GEE ge NS ENGER ERA bee GR de 27 Table of content 9 1 INDOOR OULEG OR ES aah 28 9 2 QF DO ORME OOM ss EER DE N NE Ee ME areas 29 9 3 Electric wiring diagram us asse Re ENS BE ER LE EN SEER RE ENS Bede ee ER RS Dee ee 30 Foreword Foreword This user manual The user manual for this electric wheelchair consists of three booklets Read the entire user manual carefully before taking the product into use The information provided by this manual is essential for the safe use and proper care cleaning of the wheelchair e The general user manual this booklet e The user manual for the seating system Sedeo e The user manual for the controller If one of these user manuals was not included with your wheelchair please contact your dealer immediately In addition to this user manual there is also a service manual for qualified specialists This general user manual will refer where necessary to one of the other user manuals This is indicated as follows GENERAL CONTROLLER Refers to the user manual for the controllers SEDEO Refers to the user manual for the seating system Symbols used in this manu
5. 3 1 Seat position and centre point of gravity setting Height and depth of the controller Q SEDEO Programme of the control system e Only to be carried out by qualified specialists Incorrect setting of the parameters of the control system could lead to very dangerous situations 4 Checking the wheelchair before putting into use Be careful Check the following before driving e Are the tyres sufficiently inflated Ch 7 1 e Are the batteries sufficiently charged The green lights on the battery indicator must be on LX CONTROLLER e Are the lights on the direction indicators functioning properly LL CONTROLLER Ensure that the free wheel switch has been set to drive When operating the wheelchair ensure that your clothing does not hamper the wheelchair i e too long Before use always check if your clothing or accessories do not come into contact with the wheels or and other moving and or rotating parts in which they could become entangled e In winter batteries have a reduced capacity During a period of light frost the capacity is roughly 75 of the normal capacity At temperatures below 5 C this will be roughly 50 This will reduce your range of action 14 Use of the wheelchair 5 Use of the wheelchair 5 1 Getting in and out of the wheelchair Getting in and out of a wheelchair is sometimes called making a transfer Be careful Before a transfer is made ensure that e The controller has b
6. Drive Front Wheel drive Total width Total weight without batteries 191 8 Batteries GOAh C20 set of two 6 6 96 1 Batteries 74Ah C20 set of two 47 4 104 5 Electric high low option 9 Electric tilt in space Electric backrest Electric legrests Puncture proof drive wheels set of two Transport weight of the heaviest part Maximum safe slope Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Static stability Downwards Upwards Sideways Range of action Batteries 74Ah 15 15 Climbing capacity for obstacles z 8 3 8 8 Rear Wheel Drive mm inch Front Wheel Drive mm inch Max speed forwards 6 5 10 12 5 km h 1 6 2 7 8 mph Backrest_angle Ma Backrest height Lower leg length 390 The following aspects have a negative influence on the range of action Obstacles rugged terrain driving on slopes exposure to temperatures below the freezing point and frequent use of electronic adjustment options Seat angle adjustment Effective seat depth a Effective seat width 380 Seat height inclusive cushion 470 ooo Technical specifications 93 Electric wiring diagram The electric wiring diagram depends on the type of controller used Relevant information can be found in the user manual of the controller LL CONTROLLER 30 31 Dealer contact details If there is no information here you nd Icq re can contact Handica
7. N Never exceed the maximum tyre pressure Table 7 1 7 3 1 Tyre repair of drive wheels e Tyres should only be replaced by a qualified specialist For an extensive description of tyre repairs we would like to refer you to the service manual available to qualified specialists Before tyres are repaired they must first be completely deflated 7 4 Discarding the wheelchair The lifespan of a wheelchair is influenced by the extent to which it is maintained To be able to take maximum advantage of the lifespan of your wheelchair we recommend regular maintenance see chapter maintenance 7 4 1 The environment Oxy If your wheelchair has come to be superfluous or needs to be replaced it can BY usually be taken back by your dealer in consultation If this is not possible please ask your local authority about the possibilities of recycling or environmentally friendly disposal of the materials In the production of a wheelchair many different plastics and materials are incorporated Furthermore the wheelchair is comprised of various electronic components that should be disposed of as electronic waste The batteries should be put in the chemical waste bin No environmental contribution for eventual recycling applies to wheelchairs 24 Warranty 8 Warranty In the following warranty and liability stipulations the terms and definitions as summed up hereafter must be explained as follows Product The hand operated or
8. and standards below These are checked by independent institutions Batteries Swing away controller Electronic switches Parking brake Installation battery charge plug Maximum dimensions batteries gt ZiZz Zz Zz z C 5 amp 260x172x210 10 25x6 75x8 25 Weight Standard Definition description test dumm Edu ie Applicable as mentioned in Appendix 1 N A 93 42 EEC NEN EN The requirements from EN12182 as mentioned in NEN 12182 EN 12184 Technical aids for the handicapped 160 kg General requirements and test methods October1997 NEN EN Electric wheelchairs scooters and accompanying 12184 battery chargers Requirements and test methods April 160 kg Class B 1999 Requirements and test methods for impact static and ISO 7176 8 fatigue strengths July 1998 10008 150 7176 9 Climate tests for electric wheelchairs N A ISO 7176 14 Requirements and test methods for control systems for N A electric wheelchairs 1997 ISO 7176 16 Requirements for resistance to ignition of upholstered N A parts May 1997 The Alex meets the crash test requirements as ISO 7176 19 described in ISO 7176 19 Controllers Min Max Joystick mm inch Insulation Connector type Battery capacity Battery charger Max Unit Maximum permissible charging voltage V Maximum charging current 12 Arms Neutrik NC3MX Class 2 double insulated 2 N Technical specifications 91 INDOOR Outdoor Model Type INDOOR
9. been fastened in the vehicle concerned Handicare recommends that wheelchair users transfer to a regular car seat if possible e Position the wheelchair in the car never in a other way than facing front wards e Use an ISO 10542 approved attachment system suitable for the for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e The wheelchair can only be fastened by securing it to the tie down points on the wheelchair s frame The wheelchair may not be secured onto any accessories wishbones armrests anti tip brackets etc It may not be possible for every wheelchair user to transfer e Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitably designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair e Handicare recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this 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 A lapstrap attached to the wheelchair only serves to keep the person in an upright position and cannot be considered on par with a car safety belt 6 1 Transport of the wheelchair Electric wheelchairs are very heavy to lift Use suitable ramps to wheel the chair in and out of the vehicle Once the wheelchair is in the vehicle it must be secured with an ISO 10542 approved tie down system that is suited to the weight of that particu
10. electric wheelchair or scooter manufactured and delivered by Handicare Customer The person who directly obtains a Product from Handicare Dealer The person who delivers a Product obtained from Handicare to customers or third parties User The person who uses a Product manufactured by Handicare Irrespective of what is determined concerning warranty conditions applicable to the Product in any case the following applies with regard to the warranty 1 Except insofar as described otherwise Handicare guarantees the Product for its suitability for the purpose for which the Product is intended all of these points as described in this manual and for the quality of the material of which the Product is made and the manner in which the Product is manufactured Repairs or replacement of parts of the Product that may be necessary as a result of faults that are based on qualitatively faulty material or manufacturing errors will be executed free of charge as long as such faults occurred within one 1 year after the date of delivery of the Product to the Customer The parts to be replaced must be shipped post paid to Handicare Disassembly or assembly of these parts is for the expense of the Customer Therefore the following cases are not eligible for free repair or replacement as meant above e The repair or replacement that is necessary in connection with faults that arise after one 1 year after the date of delivery of the Product to the Cus
11. user environment with no danger of instability In an FWD Alex this is s6 In the technical specifications you will find this under maximum safe slope e Drive carefully on slippery roads resulting from rain ice or snow e Prevent the wheelchair from coming into contact with sea water sea water is caustic and may damage the wheelchair e Prevent the wheelchair from coming into contact with sand sand can permeate into 11 General description of the wheelchair the moving parts of the wheelchair causing extensive wear on these parts e You are required to turn on the lights in case of limited visibility e When driving at higher speeds you must be extra careful Select a lower maximum speed indoors on the pavement and in pedestrian areas e Do not drive off high obstacles e Do not use the wheelchair if temperatures are below 10 C or above 50 C e Do not attach a weight to the wheelchair without the approval of a qualified specialist This may negatively affect the stability of the product e DO not push and or tow any objects with the wheelchair e Do not open doors using the legrests e DO not drive through puddles of water 2 4 Adjustment options The Alex is available with the following electrical and or mechanical adjustment options Adjustment option Neutral position Electrically adjustable tilt in space option The entire chair upright Electrically adjustable high low option The chair in the l
12. users This is why variables will differ from wheelchair to wheelchair Ask your dealer to inform you about the instructions for use and the specific settings and adjustments that can influence the driving characteristics of the wheelchair AN Driving on a slope Driving on a slope e When driving on a slope always drive carefully and with the utmost concentration Avoid sudden and jerky movements Avoid making emergency stops on a slope Avoid changing direction on a slope whenever possible Do not turn on a slope Only drive up a slope with all the adjustment options set to the neutral position Driving on a slope in reverse can be extremely dangerous Do not drive on slopes with loose gravel or a sandy surface as one of the driving wheels could slip spin Driving on a slope too long can cause overheating of the motor e When driving down a slope forwards in a FWD wheelchair we always recommend using an anti tip Uphill e f you notice a strong decrease in speed when driving up a slope take a less steep route Downhill e Prevent the wheelchair from gaining too much speed 5 4 Obstacles 5 4 1 Driving up a kerb e Choose the place where the kerb is at its lowest See chapter 11 climbing capacity for obstacles e Drive straight up to the kerb 20 cm in front of the kerb e Move the joystick forwards Drive up the kerb without changing direction e As soon as the front wheels are on the pavement you must m
13. Figure 2 1 left front wheel driven FWD right rear wheel driven RWD Main components basic model Seating system A Drive wheels E Seat B Castor wheels F Backrest C Free wheel switch G Armrest Controller Legrest with foot support 1 Headrest 2 1 Configurations Generally speaking the Alex is comprised of an undercarriage with a seating system on top This special undercarriage makes it possible for you to configure Alex as a front wheel or rear wheel driven wheelchair FWD or respectively RWD The Alex is available in a range of different speeds up to a maximum of 12 5 km hr In addition the Alex can be executed with two different kinds of tyres indoors and outdoors This will have an effect on certain specifications To make this easier for our 10 General description of the wheelchair customers we have made a distinction between the Alex type INDOOR outdoor and Alex type OUTDOOR indoor e The technical specifications may not be changed e Donot make any changes to the electrical circuit e Any modifications to the wheelchair or any parts thereof are not permitted 2 2 The user Driving an electric wheelchair requires cognitive physical and visual skills The user must be able to estimate and correct the results of actions when operating the wheelchair The wheelchair can not transport more than 1 person at a time The maximum user weight is 160 kg unless otherwise indicated on the id
14. GENERAL USER MANUAL ALEX C 3 handicare 9002988A English 2009 Handicare All rights reserved The information provided herein may not be reproduced and or published in any form by print photoprint microfilm or any other means whatsoever electronically or mechanically without the prior written authorisation of Handicare The information provided is based on general data concerning the constructions known at the time of the publication of this manual Handicare executes a policy of continuous improvement and reserves the right to changes and modifications The information provided is valid for the product in its standard version Handicare cannot be held liable for possible damage resulting from specifications of the product deviating from the standard configuration The available information has been prepared with all possible diligence but Handicare cannot be held liable for possible errors in the information or the consequences thereof Handicare accepts no liability for loss resulting from work executed by third parties Names trade names etc used by Handicare may not as per the legislation concerning the protection of trade names be considered as being available 2009 01 Table of content POPE WONG ae ae ee EE de de ee rete eg EO 6 ES Sale EES Ee EE Ee REG EE eet Ge De DER DEE a 7 VEN Temperature an derenin Re Re N Ee ie E De De Re ES ED ee 7 1 2 Moving NO
15. aintain speed in order to get onto the pavement with all wheels If it is impossible to drive onto the pavement find a lower place where it is possible 5 4 2 Driving down a kerb e Choose the place where the kerb is at its lowest In case of doubt do not take any risks and find another route or someone to help you e Drive with your front wheels straight up to the kerb e Move the joystick slowly forwards Drive down the kerb carefully and as slowly as possible without changing direction 17 Use of the wheelchair e Never drive down stairs in a wheelchair Do not drive off obstacles higher than 6 cm 5 5 Adjustment options Adjustment options are those parts of a wheelchair that can be adjusted by the user without the use of tools The Alex can be ordered with the following adjustment options Mechanical adjustment options e Comfort legrests LL SEDEO e Swing away joystick holder LL SEDEO e Headrest C SEDEO Electrical adjustment options e Electrical tilt adjustment LL CONTROLLER e Electrical high low option LL CONTROLLER e Electrical backrest adjustment LL1 CONTROLLER e Electrical legrests C CONTROLLER Figure 8 2 5 6 Freewheel switch pushing the wheelchair The wheelchair can also be moved by pushing For this purpose the motors must be disengaged This is done with a freewheel switch one for each motor Figure 5 1 Links free wheel switch in push position Right drive position
16. al A Warning symbol Follow the instructions next to this symbol closely Not paying careful attention to these instructions could result in physical injury or damage to the wheelchair or the environment Li Reference symbol The symbol refers to a separate user manual This reference will indicate the specific user manual and the section to which is being referred Safety 1 Safety Safety information is indicated with the warning symbol e Follow the instructions carefully next to these warning symbols Not paying careful attention to these instructions could result in physical injury or damage to the wheelchair or the environment Wherever possible safety information is provided in the relevant chapter 1 1 Temperature Temperature Avoid physical contact with the wheelchairs motors at all times Motors are continuously in motion during use and can reach high temperatures After use the motors will cool down slowly Physical contact could cause burns e f you do not use the wheelchair ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight for lengthy periods of time Certain parts of the wheelchair such as the seat the back and the armrests can become hot if they have been exposed to full sunlight for too long This may cause burns or allergic reactions to the skin 1 2 Moving parts Moving parts AFKNELGEVAAR ABKLEMGEFAHR TRAP DANGER Figure 1 1 e Awheelchair has moving a
17. ce again fully charged 7 2 2 Maintaining the batteries e Ensure that the batteries are always fully charged Not using the batteries for a long period of time can damage them e Donotuse the wheelchair if the batteries are almost depleted and never completely deplete the batteries This can seriously damage the batteries and you may run the risk of coming to an unintended standstill 7 2 3 Replacing the batteries If the capacity of the batteries is continually decreasing so that the wheelchair can only be used for short trips this will mean that the batteries are the end of their lifespan The batteries will then need to be replaced Please contact your dealer for assistance Batteries contain acids Damaged batteries can cause severe danger to your health Follow the instructions on the batteries at all times 7 3 Tyres To ensure that your wheelchair functions properly it essential that the tyres are kept at the correct pressure The maximum pressure can be found on the tyre and table 7 1 Alex Alex INDOOR outdoor OUTDOOR indoor Maximum Tyre pressure Bar Table 7 1 Tyre pressure 23 Maintenance of the wheelchair Tyres that are too soft will have a negative effect on the wheelchair s performance It will also cost more energy to move the wheelchair forward and this will also cause the batteries to be depleted faster Furthermore wear on the tyres when driving with soft tyres is unnecessarily high
18. e parts dry with a soft dry cloth Never use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents They can scratch the wheelchair Do not use organic solvents such as thinner benzene or white spirit 7 2 Batteries The wheelchair uses dry gel batteries These batteries are completely closed and maintenance free e The use of wet batteries is not permitted e In winter batteries have a reduced capacity During a period of light frost the capacity is roughly 75 of the normal capacity At temperatures below 5 C this will be roughly 50 This will reduce your range of action 22 Maintenance of the wheelchair 7 2 1 Charging the batteries Consult the user manual of the battery charger to determine if this is suitable for the batteries in use For technical specifications see chapter 9 Charging the batteries e First switch off the wheelchair s controller e Put the charge plug of the battery charger in the charge connector of the controller LL CONTROLLER e Activate the battery charger This depends on the type of battery charger Consult the user manual of your battery charger If the wheelchair is not being used we recommend charging the batteries via the battery charger For normal use the batteries should be charged every night The battery charger s display will indicate when the batteries have been fully charged Depending on how depleted the batteries are it may take up to 12 hours before the batteries are on
19. ee The replacement of a part or the repair or the reconditioning of the Product within a current warranty period does not extend the warranty period Handicare gives no warranty on repair to or reconditioning of the Product carried out other than under order of and or at the instructions of Handicare If repairs and or reconditioning are executed by or on behalf of a Customer the Customer indemnifies Handicare with respect to the claims of third parties who result in the broadest sense of the word from such repairs or reconditioning Liability Irrespective of what is determined regarding liability in the general conditions applicable to the Product with regard to liability in any case the following applies 1 26 Taking into consideration the following stipulations Handicare only accepts liability for loss due to death or physical injury that is the result of a defect in the Product for which Handicare is responsible and for damage to another object that is the private property of the user of the Product as long as said loss is the direct result of a fault in the Product Handicare accepts no other or further liability than delineated under 1 In particular Handicare accepts no liability for consequential damage in any form whatsoever Technical specifications 9 Technical specifications CE This product complies with the regulations and guidelines for medical aids and carries a CE symbol The product meets the requirements
20. een switched off e That the freewheel switch has been switched to drive ch 5 6 e Do not stand on the foot plates These have not been designed to accommodate the full weight of a person In addition this could cause the wheelchair to topple over 5 1 1 Forwards transfer Fold up the foot supports Swing the calf plates to the side if applicable If possible swing the legrests to the side Seat yourself in the chair 0 00 602 5 1 2 Sideways transfer 1 Unscrew the cap and remove the armrest 2 Seat yourself in the chair Figure 5 1 15 Use of the wheelchair 5 2 Driving the wheelchair e As a wheelchair user you are vulnerable in traffic Keep in mind that other participants in traffic may not always notice you Keep to the applicable traffic regulations e Avoid out of the way routes so that help can be quickly on its way when needed e Adapt your driving style and speed to the circumstances Electric wheelchairs are driven by means of a controller The controller has its own user manual CONTROLLER which has been included with this wheelchair Switch on the controller LL CONTROLLER Set the maximum speed limit CONTROLLER Move the joystick into the direction you would like to go Moving the joystick even further forwards will cause the wheelchair to move faster 5 2 1 Curves e Never take curves at full speed Decrease your speed before taking a curve e Use the indicators when chan
21. entification plate Additional weight such as rucksacks accessories or medical apparatus must be added to the user s weight to determine the maximum weight which cannot be exceeded The user must be informed of the contents of this user manual before driving the wheelchair In addition the user of the wheelchair must be given thorough instruction by a qualified specialist before he or she participates in traffic The first sessions in the wheelchair should be practiced under supervision of a trainer advisor The user of the wheelchair is at all times completely responsible for complying with the applicable local safety regulations and guidelines e f you are under the influence of medicines that can have an effect on your ability to drive you are not permitted to drive a wheelchair e Adequate vision is required in order to safely operate a wheelchair in the user situation concerned e Not more than one person at a time can be seated in the wheelchair Do not allow children to ride in the wheelchair unsupervised 2 3 User environment This wheelchair has been designed to accommodate both indoor and outdoor use EN12184 class B When driving the wheelchair outdoors drive only on paved roads pavements footpaths and bicycle paths The speed must be adapted to suit the environment With all adjustment options set to neutral table 2 1 it can be assumed that when using RWD Alex a slope of lt 10 belongs to a normal
22. figure 6 1 off the adjusting bar D in figure 6 1 2 Pull the lock clip out of the hinged joint 3 Fold down the backrest 21 Maintenance of the wheelchair 7 Maintenance of the wheelchair For information concerning specific settings maintenance or repair work please contact your dealer dealer contact details on the back cover Make sure you always mention the model year of manufacture and identification number This information is provided on the identification plate of the product We recommend having the wheelchair serviced by your dealer once a year or in case of intensive use every six months Time Description of maintenance by user Daily Charge the batteries after each use See chapter batteries Weekly Check the tyre pressure and inflate the tyres if necessary See chapter tyres Monthly Clean the wheelchair See chapter cleaning the wheelchair Annually Contact dealer for service by the dealer Table 7 1 maintenance by the user 7 1 Cleaning the wheelchair To clean the seating system we refer to the user manual for the seating system SEDEO e Ensure that the controller is switched off during cleaning If the joystick is accidently touched the wheelchair can move and the electrical options used accidentally e Be careful with water in view of the electronic system 7 1 1 Removing dry dirt First wipe the dirty parts with a wet sponge Use preferably clean water or soft soapy water Wipe th
23. ging direction 5 2 2 Braking Emergency stop To brake the joystick must be moved into the neutral position or released completely The wheelchair will brake automatically An emergency stop can also be made by releasing the joystick An emergency stop can be made by releasing the joystick The following should be avoided when driving e Do not push the on off button e Do not move suddenly in the opposite direction The wheelchair will come to an abrupt standstill with a sudden jolt Not only is this uncomfortable it could lead to tipping over if you are on a slope 5 3 Driving ona slope With all adjustment options set to the neutral position table 2 1 it can be assumed that when using an RWD Alex a grade of lt 10 17 6 belongs to a normal user environment with no danger of instability In an FWD Alex this is 6 10 5 In the technical specifications you will find this under maximum safe slope 5 3 1 Slopes steeper than the normal user environment Driving on slopes whose grade is steeper than the maximum safety limit can lead to safety risks with respect to stability This requires great care and complete control of the user Always drive carefully and never take unnecessary risks Follow the instructions next to the warnings carefully 16 Use of the wheelchair The stability and performance of a wheelchair depend on a number of variables Wheelchairs are adapted according to the needs of individual
24. hird parties that are based on the above mentioned improper or unprofessional use of the Product or the battery that is part of the Product The warranty conditions as mentioned in above stipulations in any case become null and void if 25 Warranty e The guidelines of Handicare for the maintenance of the Product are not or insufficiently followed e A necessary repair or replacement of parts is based on neglect damage or abuse of the Product or a use of the Product for another purpose than the one for which it was intended e Parts of the Product are replaced by parts of another origin than those which Handicare uses and or parts of the Product are replaced without the permission of Handicare The warranties as mentioned in stipulations 1 through 3 also become null and void if what is involved is re used by a new user within the warranty period and that such re use necessitates adaptations to the product and those adaptations are carried out without the instructions and or at the order of Handicare To retain rights under the above delineated warranties the Customer must in case of damage or other calamities as rapidly as possible contact Handicare and inform them as fully as possible The possibility of taking recourse to the above mentioned warranty conditions becomes null and void for the Customer in any case after 20 workdays after the claim situation or the calamity arises that was the reason for the recourse to the guarant
25. lar wheelchair The weight of the wheelchair depends on its composition The technical specifications Ch 9 give insight in several optional items and how they influence the total weight Always weigh the total weight of the wheelchair to be certain that the correct fastening system is used 6 2 Reducing the wheelchair For transporting the wheelchair without an occupant Parts of the wheelchair that can easily be detached should be removed from the wheelchair Store these parts securely If the loading space of the car concerned is small the back can also be folded back 20 Transport of the wheelchair Figure 6 1 6 2 1 Removing the seat 1 Pull up the seat in front When replacing the seat the clips B in figure 6 1 must click around the round bar in the frame Check if the seat has been clicked into place securely 6 2 2 Removing the legrests 1 Push the catch backward to unlock the legrest 2 Swing the legrest outward 3 Raise the legrest and remove it from the legrest holder When the legrest is returned to its original position you should hear a click Only then can you be certain that the legrest is securely locked in place 6 2 3 Removing the armrests 1 Unscrew the cap and remove the armrest If the wheelchair has been equipped with lights disconnect the lighting plug The controller will remain connected to the wheelchair by its wiring 6 2 4 Folding down the backrest 1 Flip the lock clip C in
26. nd instructions immediately Please contact your dealer for assistance Safety 1 4 1 Used decals on the wheelchair Check manual before using Freewheel switch in Drive mode Freewheel switch in Push mode Don t put the freewheel switch in Push mode on a slope Battery charging connection Attachment point of the tie down system for transportation in a vehicle Danger of crushing Use caution when swinging the controller aside to avoid getting anything crushed AFKNELGEVAAR ABKLEMGEFAHR V Trap danger Danger of getting fingers jammed TRAP DANGER Identification plate Model Year of manufacture Identification number Usage is indoors and outdoors Maximum load in kg am im ER TYPE TYP ev YEARWAARWJAHR Ce IDNR C6 2 GEBRUIKSGEBIED KA 174 A 2 GEBRAUCHSGEBCY YGEKASTEJZUL GESAMTGEW 8 eS General description of the wheelchair 2 General description of the wheelchair Comfort is of paramount importance to many people who make use of a wheelchair And this is exactly what this electrical driven wheelchair offers an unknown degree of driving comfort A distinctive feature is the unique independent suspension system which absorbs not only shocks but also vibrations CE declaration The product is in conformity with the provisions of the Medical 6 Devices Directive and thus has CE marking
27. nd rotating parts Contact with moving parts may result in serious physical injury or damage to the wheelchair Contact with the moving parts of the wheelchair should be avoided e Wheels turning and castor Electric tilt in space adjustment Electric high low option Electric backrest adjustment Swing away controller holder Safety 13 Electromagnetic radiation Electromagnetic radiation The standard version of your electric wheelchair has been tested on the applicable requirements with respect to electromagnetic radiation EMC requirements In spite of these tests e it cannot be excluded that electromagnetic radiation may have an influence on the wheelchair For example e mobile telephony e large scale medical apparatus e other sources of electromagnetic radiation e it cannot be excluded that the wheelchair may interfere with electromagnetic fields For example e shop doors e burglar alarm systems in shops e garage door openers In the unlikely event that such problems do occur we request that you notify your dealer immediately 1 4 Decals and instructions on the wheelchair Decals and instructions on the wheelchair e The signs symbols and instructions affixed to the wheelchair comprise part of the safety facilities They must never be covered or removed They must remain present and clearly legible throughout the entire lifespan of the wheelchair e Replace or repair all illegible or damaged signs symbols a
28. outdoor Class Bo Description Min Max Total length including legrests Electric tilt in space Electric backrest Electric legrests Puncture proof drive wheels set of two Transport weight of the heaviest part Maximum safe slope Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Static stability Downwards Upwards Sideways Range of action Batteries 74Ah C20 Climbing capacity for obstacles Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Max speed forwards Rear Wheel Drive 1080 42 5 mm inch Front Wheel drive Ef ar 1 mm es Total width i Total weight without batteries ET 8 Batteries GOAh C20 set of two N 6 96 1 Batteries 74Ah C20 set of two 47 4 104 5 Electric high low option 9 19 8 ER ER ER ER ER 40249 60 2 4 mm inch 60 2 4 mm inch 3 7 5 9 mph Seat angle adjustment f Effective seat depth Effective seat width Seat height inclusive cushion ET mm mm Backrest angle Backrest height Lower leg length The following aspects have a negative influence on the range of action Obstacles rugged terrain driving on slopes exposure to temperatures below the freezing point and freguent use of electronic adjustment options 0 440 380 470 89 118 520 390 28 Technical specifications 92 OUTDOOR indoor Model Alex Type OUTDOOR indoor Class BEE Description Total length including legrests Rear Wheel
29. owest position Electrically adjustable backrest option The backrest as upright as possible Electrically or mechanically adjustable The legrests are positioned as closely legrests as possible to the chair Table 2 1 electrical adjustment options and the neutral position Figure 2 2 Electrical adjustment options Use of the electrical adjustment options may influence the centre point of gravity These adjustments should only be made when the wheelchair is stationed on a flat surface e Electrical adjustment options are linked to moving and or rotating parts Contact with these moving parts may result in serious physical injury or damage to the wheelchair Contact with the moving parts of the wheelchair must be avoided 12 Wheelchair settings 3 Wheelchair settings The average wheelchair user does not exist This is why Handicare wheelchairs can be adjusted according to the specific needs of the user In this we make a distinction between wheelchair settings and wheelchair adjustment options Settings are carried out only once and must be executed by qualified specialists unless explicitly stated otherwise Adjustment options can be carried out by the user These adjustment options do not require the use of tools Adjusting the seating system The extensive settings with respect to the seating system allow for optimum support of the body The following setting options are possible Seating system SEDEO e Dep
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31. th width of the seat e Backrest angle e Armrest height e Lower leg length e Angle of the footplate Seat angle Seat height Depending on the specific circumstances of the user of the wheelchair the seat height can be set Every optional seat height lays within the 6 10 5 maximum safe slope of according to EN12184 ClassB Lowering the seat height has a positive influence on the dynamic stability A Seat height setting Enlarging the seat height has a negative influence on the dynamic stability because the centre point of gravity gets higher Seat position and centre point of gravity setting The seat position and centre point of gravity can be adjusted For this purpose there are 3 positions in the seat slide figure 3 1 The wheelchair is designed and tested to be used in the standard position middle hole Only change the seat position and centre point of gravity to compensate specific user circumstances For example when a user has no legs iN Seat position and centre point of gravity setting Changing the seat position and centre point of gravity e Will have a negative influence on the driving characteristics of the wheelchair if used wrong e Will have a negative influence on the dynamic stability of the wheelchair if used wrong e Incase of doubt contact Handicare technical support for advise 13 Checking the wheelchair before putting into use WG 7 A 2 my i NV y Figure
32. tomer e The repair or replacement that is required in connection with faults due to improper or careless use of the Product or that are based on the Product being used for another purpose than the one for which it is intended in which regard it applies that if the Customer is a Dealer this Dealer will indemnify Handicare against possible claims from Users or other third parties for faults based on an incorrect or careless use of the Product e Parts that are subject to wear and the need for repair or replacement of the parts are the actual consequence of normal wear Irrespective of that stipulated under 2 it applies as far as an electric Product is concerned that with regard to the battery that forms part of the Product warranty is only given in case of faults or non functioning of the battery that are demonstrably the direct consequence of material or manufacturing errors A fault or non functioning of the battery as a result of normal wear is not covered by the warranty as meant in these warranty stipulations Similarly not covered by the warranty are faults or non functioning that are the consequence of improper or unprofessional use of the Product or the battery that is part of the Product including the incorrect charging of the battery and the failure to carry out timely and good maintenance in which context it also applies that if the Customer is a Dealer this Dealer will indemnify Handicare against possible claims from Users or other t
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