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B500 Classic/Advanced - User Manual

1. 1 Loosen the 2 Allen head screws on the footrest bar see Fig 8 2 Slide the footplate up down to the desired position INFORMATION Do not pull the footrest bar more than 160 mm out of the bracket otherwise it no longer provides secure support 8 Re tighten the footrest bar screws Fig 8 Adjusting the lower leg length 5 3 5 Adjusting the belt lengths To adjust the belt lengths see Page 64 5 3 6 Adjusting the control panel INFORMATION The power wheelchair may be equipped with an optional height adjustable or swing away control panel holder see Page 63 Page 20 03 2011 B500 classic advanced he Rock Preparation for use Adjusting the control panel to the forearm length 1 Loosen the 3 set screws on the bottom of the armrest 2 Slide the rail with control panel forwards or backwards INFORMATION If the control panel rail is too long then the excess length can be trimmed 3 Tighten the 3 set screws on the bottom of the armrest E l Ag Fig 9 Adjusting the control panel Changing the control panel side By default the control panel is mounted on the side spe cified in the order It can also be mounted on the other side later on if the user so desires INFORMATION The control panel mounting side may only be changed by authorised personnel 5 3 7 Changing control unit parameter
2. gt During installation of the Recaro seat ensure that the seat clip is engaged firmly in the clips gt Ensure that the front locking bolts are engaged up to the key ring 1 Set the back edge of the Recaro seat onto the end of the seat frame 2 Push the seat forward until the rear seat clip protrudes into the bracket 3 Tip the seat forward until the locking bolts engage with the seat frame The Recaro seat is installed Adjusting the Recaro seat INFORMATION To adjust the back angle of the Recaro seat see Page 17 INFORMATION This information only applies to the Recaro LT model 1 Turn the knob on the side of the backrest forward Both lateral supports are moved closer together 2 Turn the knob on the side of the backrest backwards Both lateral supports are moved apart Adjusting the pads The seat surfaces X and W are equipped with a pull out pad at the front of the seat surface The adjustment lever for the pad is located below the seat surface 1 Pull the pad adjustment lever up and hold it there 2 Move the pad to the desired position 3 Release the adjustment lever and let it engage The adjustment lever is in a safe position if it engages audibly and has returned to its initial position B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 55 Operation Oe Rock Adjusting the headrest The height and tilt
3. 6 5 6 Driveaway lock ees 36 6 10 2 Recaro seat uereenmennnennnnennnnnnnnnnennn ernennen 53 6 5 7 Adjusting the driving characteristics 38 6 10 3 Headrest unnnnneeerennnennnenennnnnnennnnnnnnn ernennen 56 6 6 Activating deactivating the brakes 38 6 11 Control unit accessories unnnnnesnennennnnnennnnnnnnnen 56 6 7 Batteries charging process sesesss 40 6 11 1 Attendant control eee 56 6 7 1 Safety Instructions sirenama 40 6 11 2 Push button module eese 59 6 72 Generale 41 6 11 3 Adapter cable for Piko or Buddy button 62 6 7 3 Battery charging information s 41 6 11 4 External odometer esee 62 6 7 4 Battery charger sssssee eee 42 6 12 Additional options uesseersnnnenneennnnnnnnennnn nennen 63 6 7 5 Charging the battery nussresssnnnennneennnnnnen nennen 43 6 12 1 Control panel holder sese 63 6 8 Power seat functions sseeeeeee 44 6 12 2 Lights ee 64 6 8 1 Safety Instructions sirasini 44 6 12 3 Belts belt systems 64 6 8 2 Power seat height adjustment 45 6 12 4 Suspension steering casters drive wheels 67 6 8 3 Power seatlilt nnneseessnnnnennennnnnennneennnn ernennen 47 6 12 5 Locking the steering Casters
4. sesss 68 6 8 4 Power back angle adjustment 47 6 12 6 Rear bumper eee 69 6 8 5 Power footrests ueneeesnnenenneennnnnnnnennnnnnnnn nennen 48 6 12 7 Overview of additional options 69 6 8 6 Controlling power seat functions 48 6 13 Disassembly transport ueerennnenneennnnnnnnennnn nennen 70 6 8 7 Joystick and display functions 50 6 13 1 Safety Instructions eseeeeee 70 6 9 Manual seat functions eeeeeee 51 6 13 2 Reducing the transportation size 71 6 9 1 Safety Instructions sseeeeee 51 6 13 3 Reducing the transportation size Recaro 72 6 9 2 Manual seat tilt L e 51 seat 6 9 3 Manual back angle adjustment 52 6 13 4 Preparing for transport ssseeseee 72 6 9 4 Manual elevating footrests eesses 52 6 14 Usein a wheelchair accessible vehicle 73 610 Additional seat options 53 6 14 1 Safety Instructions ueeeersnnennnennnnnnnnnennnnnenen nen 73 BOO Contour sale 53 6 14 2 Permitted use 74 Page 4 03 2011 B500 classic advanced ho Rock Table of contents 6 14 3 Necessary accessories uunesnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 74 9 3 CE Contonimity esc rennen 92 619 Gates une 74 9 4 Warranty terris at 92 6 15 1 S
5. EN OMe Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Instructions for Use User Additional options for the B500 advanced The model B500 advanced power wheelchair can be equipped with the following additional options applicable options are checked Electronic drive away lock Function enabled Function disabled The function is deactivated with the joystick If enabled the function is activated by pressing the mode key on the control panel 2 way adapter cable Adapter cable included Adapter cable not included The included adapter cable allows the following functions to be selected directly through separate buttons Footrest left Footrest right Seat tilt Seat height adjustment Back angle adjustment Light Direction indicator right Direction indicator left Horn Warning flasher other See the Usage chapter for more information Otto Boch Table of contents Table of contents 3 3 Reference to additional safety instructions 1 Foreword oe 2 Product description 2 1 Function uueseneensesnesnnennnnnnnn 2 2 Product Overview 3 Safety 3 1 Explanation of warning symbols 3 2 General Safety Instructions 3 4 Rating Plate and Warning Labels 4 Delivery ti sin rna acia 4 1 Scope of supply 4 2 Options ne 4 2 1 Model B500 classic 4 2 2 Model B500 advanced 4 3 SIO eano 4 3 1 Dur
6. A WARNING Lack of brake functionality Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects Ensure that the brake release lever is locked every time before you drive gt Check to ensure that the brakes are operational and INFORMATION In dangerous situations the power wheelchair can be turned off at any time using the on off button When the button is pressed the power wheelchair brakes immedi ately and the electrical functions cease Malfunctions such as an insufficient supply of power to the brake are recognised by the software triggering an emergency stop or reducing the speed of the power wheelchair A warning signal will also sound functional every time before you drive Page 34 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Boch Operation m Pressing the On Off button see Fig 14 item 2 turns Display Information the power wheelchair control unit on or off The power l Selected speed level 1 left bat wheelchair turns off automatically if the control panel is I tery capacity not used for an extended period of time m The power wheelchair brakes automatically and comes 6 5 5 Driving to a stop if it is turned off with the On Off button while driving A WARNING m The specialist dealer can use the parameter settings to Driving on slopes over obstacles specify the speed level or menu of the
7. Manual Seat Functions Chapter Usage gt Disassembly Transport Chapter Usage gt Use in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Chapter Usage gt Care Chapter Maintenance Repair m Chapter Disposal Page 10 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Wo Rock Safety 3 4 Rating Plate and Warning Labels Label Meaning x B Type designation Maximum load capacity see chapter Technical Data Maximum climbing ability see chapter Technical Data Maximum speed see chapter Technical Data Maximum front rear axle load capacity Maximum gross weight OT m oO O w gt Symbol for separate collection of electric and electronic devices The rating plate is located on the side of the Components of the power wheelchair and batteries may not be dis frame below the seat posed of in household waste CE symbol product safety according to EU guidelines Serial number I t Read the instructions for use before using the product Observe safety instructions found in the instructions for use Manufacturer information address Country of origin Electric driving mode lock motor brake U IrxX Manual pushing mode unlock motor brake B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 11 Safety Okko Bock Meaning Risk of pinching Do not reach into the danger area Page 12 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Delivery 4 De
8. Right Selected speed level 1 Left Battery capacity Battery capacity indicator LCD display The Battery Capacity LCD display see Fig 16 item 2 is divided into 7 segments which indicate the current battery capacity Immediately after switching the power wheelchair on the battery indicator shows the last saved battery capacity Charge condition following last use After driving for a little bit the battery display indicates the exact battery status A charge of 100 corresponds to 7 segments on the battery symbol If one segment turns of this means that the battery s capacity has decreased by approximately 14 96 At a total range of approximately 25 km over even terrain each segment corresponds to a range of approximately 3 5 km when the speed is kept constant If only 1 blinking segment is shown on the LCD display then the battery is in a low voltage state Since further use results in battery damage the warning signal is also shown on the LCD display The battery must be charged immediately If all 7 segments on the LCD display are flashing this means that the battery is over voltage Since further use results in battery damage the warning signal is also shown on the LCD display The charging process is indicated by the battery seg ments lighting up one after the other The driving func tion is locked out while the battery is charging Battery indicator on the control panel Dis
9. The power wheelchair control unit features an electronic drive away lock This function is activated deactivated via the control panel The drive away lock can only be activated or deactivated if the Drive away lock parameter is set to Function enabled Unless otherwise specified in the order the drive away lock is set to Function disabled at the factory If this setting needs to be changed this is done by the authorised person who fitted the wheelchair Activating the drive away lock gt While the control unit is turned on press and hold the mode button for at least 5 seconds A short beep confirms that the drive away lock was activated INFORMATION If keypress beeps are activated then the drive away lock is only active after the second beep The control unit turns itself off The key symbol on the LCD display indicates that the drive away lock is activated Display Information i i Drive away lock Deactivating the drive away lock 1 Push the On Off button on the control panel The control unit is turned on The LCD display indicates that the drive away lock is activated 2 Push the joystick all the way forward until a beep sounds 3 Push the joystick all the way back until a beep sounds 4 Release the joystick A long beep confirms that the driving function is enabled The battery indicator and speed level are shown on the LCD display The d
10. gt Lock the brake every time before parking the power wheelchair A CAUTION Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt Always wear the safety belt lap belt when driving in public A CAUTION Driving in the dark Risk of an accident involving other traffic collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Wear bright clothing or clothing with reflectors gt Turn the lights on if available or install active lights gt Ensure that the reflectors on the power wheelchair are clearly visible A CAUTION Risk of uncontrolled driving behaviour Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects If any faults defects or other hazards that can lead to personal injury are detected the power wheelchair must be taken out of service immediately gt Contact your authorised specialist dealer if uncon trolled movement of the power wheelchair occurs due to a malfunction A CAUTION Interference from electromagnetic fields Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Turn all mobile devices off while driving since the driv ing characteristics of the power wheelchair are affected by electromagnetic fields mobile phones or other radiating devices gt Turn the control unit off when it is not required since the power wheelchair may generate electrom
11. 34 Swing away control panel holder with removable control panel Height adjustable control panel holder The power wheelchair can be equipped with a special con trol panel holder which allows for height adjustment of the control panel 1 Loosen the mounting screw 2 Adjust the height of the control panel holder 3 Tighten the mounting screw B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 63 Operation Fig 35 Height adjustable control panel holder 6 12 2 Lights The power wheelchair can be equipped with a light kit The warning flashers the right and left direction indicators and the light are operated via the control panel The light kit consists of 2 rear lights with integrated direc tion indicators and 2 front lights each consisting of an LED headlight and a blinker see Fig 36 To replace broken lights see Page 80 Fig 36 Headlights 6 12 3 Belts belt systems Lap belt A CAUTION Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt Always wear the safety belt lap belt when driving in public Page 64 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Otto Boch Operation A CAUTION Putting the lap belt on incorrectly Risk of pressure points constriction gt Ensure that the buckle lies in the middle of the body gt Ensure that the lap belt is not too tight against the body gt Remove obj
12. Pull the bulb out to the front along the left of the spring loaded plates 5 Install the new bulb a 4 6 Set the plate in place 7 Install and tighten the 2 Phillips head screws B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 83 Maintenance repair OMe Rock If any faults defects or other hazards that can lead to personal injury are detected the power wheelchair must be taken out of service immediately gt Contact your authorised specialist dealer if uncon trolled movement of the power wheelchair occurs due to a malfunction Fig 52 Rear light without cover 7 3 3 Replacing the battery Batteries may only be replaced by authorised personnel 7 4 Troubleshooting A CAUTION Risk of uncontrolled driving behaviour Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects INFORMATION In the event of communication problems in the control unit bus system the system triggers an emergency stop in order to prevent any uncontrolled functions gt Note that after every emergency stop you have to turn the power wheelchair control unit on again gt If the driving function is still not available after turning the control unit on again activate pushing mode by releasing the brake gt Contact a specialist dealer Faults are indicated on the LCD display via the Battery Capacity indicator on the control panel or on the attendant control
13. The correct tire pres sure is printed on the casing gt Ensure that the drive wheels have the same pressure gt Ensure that the tires have sufficient tread depth Avoid parking outside and in direct sunlight UV radi ation since this causes the tires to age quickly Otto Bock recommends replacing the tires every 2 years regardless of the amount of wear gt Always ensure sufficient clearance to sources of heat If the wheelchair is parked for an extended period of time or the tires overheat e g in the vicinity of radiat ors or in case of exposure to strong sunlight behind glass the tyres may become permanently deformed gt Move your power wheelchair frequently or have a way to jack it up for storage Page 32 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation 6 5 2 Driving notes General Beginners should always drive slowly Always take curves slowly Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven ground Therefore the speed must always be adjusted to the ground conditions Driving backwards should be limited to manoeuvring or short distances on level ground Obstacles steps curbs The critical obstacle height is 50 mm 2 in Obstacles higher than 50 mm 2 in may not be crossed Always approach obstacles directly from the front nev er at an angle with only one caster wheel Always drive forward over obstacles Always reduce speed to cross over obstac
14. optional power seat functions 6 8 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Exposed pinch points in the seat adjustment and lifting areas Risk of pinching crushing of limbs Page 44 03 2011 B500 classic advanced OMe Rock Operation gt Note that when power seat options are used inherent pinch and shear points are located between the seat frame and the power wheelchair frame gt Ensure that no body parts such as hands or feet are in the danger area while power seat options are used gt Ensure that no interfering objects such as clothing or other obstacles are in the danger area while power seat options are used A WARNING Overloading of the actuators Risk of falling tipping pinching crushing of limbs Avoid overloading the actuators Overloading may cause the spindle nut to break causing the seat to sag or the backrest to flip back suddenly Improper use of power seat options Risk of damage to the product gt When using power seat options note that the seat function actuators are not designed for continuous use only for short term use under limited loads 10 load 90 idle time gt Observe the following guidelines At maximum load capacity 10 seconds of activation time must be fol lowed by approx 90 seconds of idle time The power seat functions are considered independently of the driving function for this purpose gt Only activate th
15. 1 Place the seat in the horizontal position 2 Bring the power wheelchair as close as possible to where the user is sitting 3 Remove the side panel see Page 22 INFORMATION If the control panel is on the side from which the user is getting into the wheelchair it can be removed and laid onto the seat 4 Remove the footrest if necessary see Fig 11 5 Slide onto the seat from the side INFORMATION A ramp makes it easier to get into and out of the wheelchair from the side 6 Install the side panel see Page 22 7 Put the lap belt on when necessary when driving on the road 6 4 Control unit Fig 13 Footrest removed A CAUTION Uncontrolled driving behaviour due to interference from electromagnetic fields Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 25 Operation gt Switch all mobile devices off while driving Turn the control unit off when it is not needed The power wheelchair is controlled by a VR2 controller Since the control unit is programmable it can be adapted to the personal requirements of the user e g the speed acceleration and deceleration values can all be adapted 6 4 1 Control Panel The power wheelchair is operated using the control panel The control panel consists of a keypad LCD display and joystick The charging programming receptacle and two inputs for externa
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17. Seat gt Turn the knob on the left or right side of the backrest until the backrest is in the desired position see Fig 5 item 2 Fig 5 Adjusting the Recaro Seat angle 1 Release handle 2 Back angle adjustment knob 5 3 3 Adjusting the side panels INFORMATION To remove and install the side panels see Page 22 Page 18 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Boch Preparation for use Adjusting the armrest height 1 Loosen the Allen head bolt on the side panel see Fig 6 2 Slide the armrests up or down to the desired position 3 Tighten the Allen head bolt Fig 6 Allen head bolt for height adjustment Adjusting the armrest to the forearm length 1 Loosen the 2 Allen head screws on the bottom of the armrest see Fig 7 2 Slide the armrest with the spare tube forward or back wards along the attachment rail to the desired position 3 Tighten the 2 Allen head screws Fig 7 Adjusting the armrest depth 5 3 4 Adjusting the footrests INFORMATION To remove and install the footrests see Page 23 B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 19 Preparation for use Ode Rock Adjusting the lower leg length A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crushing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down
18. Under no circumstances may the belt system be used as part of a restraint system for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle A CAUTION Putting the four point belt on incorrectly Risk of pressure points constriction gt Ensure that the bottom belt is not too tight between the lap belt and the thigh gt Ensure that the buckle lies in the middle of the body gt Ensure that the shoulder belt lies against the chest equally on both sides and is not too tight gt Remove objects or clothing which get caught The power wheelchair may be equipped with a four point or chest belt Page 66 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation The four point or chest belt makes it possible to secure patients in the power wheelchair Putting the four point chest belt on gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close all buckles so that they engage with an audible click 2 Pull to check that it is secure The belt is put on Adjusting the belt length gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close the belt 2 To lengthen Turn the length adjustment buckle by 90 and pull 3 Turn the buckle back to the original position when the belt length is correct 4 To shorten Pull on the free belt end A spring and shock absorber element on each of the two steering casters increases driver comfort and improves traction especiall
19. activated as long as the button is pressed The selected function is activated in the opposite direction if the button is released and pushed again m For example if the power back angle adjustment is activated the backrest tilts back as long as the button is pressed the first time around Activating this function again causes the backrest to tilt forward as long as the button is pushed 6 11 4 External odometer The power wheelchair can be equipped with an external odometer It is connected to the control panel guard Additional information on using it can be found in the manu facturer s instructions for use Fa GS SIGMA Fig 33 External odometer Page 62 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Oe Rock Operation 6 12 Additional options 6 12 1 Control panel holder Swing away control panel holder Otto Bock offers the option of equipping the power wheel chair with a removable control panel mounted on a swing away control panel holder This control panel holder makes it possible to drive the power wheelchair under a table or closer to an object The control panel holder can be rotated up to the armrest 1 Apply slight pressure to push the control panel holder to the side The pivot element is unlocked 2 Swing the control panel holder away to the side INFORMATION The pivot element locks in place again when the holder is rotated back to the original position Fig
20. comprehensive seat ing comfort B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 53 Operation Ade Rocke Folding the backrest forward reducing the transportation size 1 Pull the release lever on the Recaro seat see Fig 5 item 1 up The release lever is located on the side of the backrest 2 Fold the backrest forward 3 Let go of the release handle The backrest is folded forward Folding the backrest up gt The backrest is folded up the release lever is securely engaged The backrest is folded up Removing the headrest Two persons are required to remove the headrest 1 1st person Find the release points on the Recaro seat below the cover see Fig 28 and push them at the same time 2 2nd person Pull the headrest up and out Fig 28 Image showing the release points Removing the Recaro from the mobility base 1 Pull the release strap located below the seat surface forward and hold onto it 2 Release the left and right bolts which lock the seat to the frame 3 To release the rear seat clip from the bracket tip and push the seat back a bit 4 Remove the Recaro seat The Recaro has been removed Page 54 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Otto Boch Operation Attaching the Recaro seat to the mobility base Adjusting the lateral supports in the lumbar region A CAUTION Recaro seat not locked in place Risk of tipping
21. function LED indicator The power seat functions are accessed by pressing and holding the M button approx 2 seconds Page 58 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Oe Rock Operation The currently selected seat function is indicated on the con trol panel display see Page 44 et seq and by the follow ing LEDs on the attendant control Display Information ER JA N Q Power back angle adjustment A S S D Power seat tilt O S oe NS Power seat height adjustment OR a Coupled power seat adjustment backrest and seat tilt Q Moving the joystick right switches between the different seat functions The respective function can be extended or retracted by moving the joystick forward or back see Page 44 et seq The corresponding LEDs flash if an error occurs see Page 89 Joystick The joystick is used for driving The further it is moved away from the centre position the faster the power wheelchair will drive in this direction If the seat functions are accessed with the Mode button then the joystick is used to select and activate the seat functions see Page 44 et seq 6 11 2 Push button module A WARNING Risk of uncontrolled driving behaviour Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Note that no changes of any kind may be made to the pus
22. if available The following table shows the individu al notifications as well as the associated fault sources and possible causes and measures Page 84 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Maintenance repair If the measures described here do not resolve the faults completely contact your specialist dealer The specialist dealer is able to read the exact error codes with a hand held programming device and can perform a targeted sys tem analysis The control unit stores a list of all faults that occur The specialist dealer reads this information for example during a general overhaul of the power wheelchair The specialist dealer uses the saved data to determine future service and maintenance intervals 7 4 1 Types of notifications Warning A warning indicates a status or malfunction of one or sever al components of the power wheelchair The function of components that have no errors is not restricted For example if the connection between the control unit and seat motor is faulty this error will only be indicated if the user attempts to activate the motor However the driving function is still available Fault A fault impairs one or several functions of the power wheel chair The power wheelchair and its functions are not fully operational until the fault is resolved B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 85 Maintenance repair Otto Rock 7 4 2 Wheelchair control unit fault overv
23. of the headrest are adjustable 6 10 3 Headrest Otto Bock offers the option of equipping the standard and contour seats with a headrest The bracket for attaching the headrest mounting kit is attached with an adapter which is mounted to the back frame INFORMATION See the manufacturer documentation for information on attaching the mounting kit Fig 29 Headrest with mounting kit 6 11 Control unit accessories The power wheelchair can be equipped with the following optional control unit accessories 6 11 1 Attendant control The power wheelchair can be equipped with an optional separate control panel for attendant operation The separ ate control panel is height adjustable and removable For the standard and contour seats the attendant control is located on the backrest cross tube For the Recaro seat the attendant control is located on the headrest Page 56 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Operation Fig 30 Attaching the attendant control Functional overview The attendant uses the attendant control to operate the driving function and the power seat functions The module is connected in conjunction with the control Fig 31 Attendant control panel or as an individual input device 1 On Off Button 4 Mode Button 2 Battery capacity LED indicat 5 Selected power seat function or LED indicator 3 Mode LED indi
24. power wheelchair must be verified and a service performed at least 1 x per year gt In case of frequent user changes children and grow ing youth or changing clinical pictures the power wheelchair should be inspected adjusted and ser viced 1 x every six months gt Repairs and adjustments to the brake may only be made by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Incorrect settings can lead to a loss of braking power B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 75 Maintenance repair Oo Poche Failure to inspect important wheelchair features Risk of damage to the product gt Check all power seat options for visual damage and ensure that screw connections are tight at least 1 x per month gt Check for proper tire pressure The correct tire pres sure is printed on the tire casing and listed in the Technical Data chapter 7 2 Maintenance For the components in the maintenance table below spe cial attention must be paid to the following points m Functionality m Adjustment m Damage deformation a Screw connections Page 76 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Otto Rock Maintenance repair 7 2 1 Maintenance intervals The functions described below must be checked by the user or an attendant at the specified intervals Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Drive wheels Wheels must rotate freely and without axial run out Cent
25. specific adjust ment of certain enAble50 control unit functions see inside front cover B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 13 Delivery OMe Rock 4 3 Storage 4 3 1 During daily use The power wheelchair should always be protected against external influences The control unit must be turned off 4 3 2 In case of extended disuse NOTICE Deep discharge due to standby current Risk of battery damage gt Remove the fuse if the wheelchair is not used for more than 3 days INFORMATION To remove the fuse see Page 80 et seq Please observe the following if the power wheelchair is not used for more than 3 days Storage Conditions m Maintain an ambient temperature between 40 C and 65 C 40 F to 149 F and a relative humidity between 45 and 85 m Store the power wheelchair in a dry enclosed room with sufficient air circulation and protection from extern al influences m Protect the wheels against ground frost e g by reliev ing them completely through assembly blocks or wooden boards m Fill the wheels with slight overpressure and rotate them at regular weekly intervals to prevent flat tyres from extended standing Note regarding the tires m f the power wheelchair is not moved for several days permanent colour changes may occur where the wheelchair comes into contact with the surface it is standing on Therefore a suitable underlay should be used
26. 7 2 General The standard version of the power wheelchair is equipped with 2 maintenance free gel batteries with a capacity of 63 Ah The batteries are located beneath the wheelchair seat in a battery drawer If the power wheelchair is not equipped with a drive wheel suspension then the batteries are loc ated in a tray An option is also available to equip the power wheelchair with two lead acid batteries with a capacity of 60 Ah The range of the power wheelchair is determined by the battery capacity The following factors influence battery capacity m Ambient temperature m Age of the batteries m Driving load m Charging method Extended driving at the lower end of the battery indicator results in deep discharge which causes battery damage When driving at a low charge condition the power wheel chair control unit switches to a creeping speed which saves power 6 7 3 Battery charging information The following information should be observed for an optim al charging cycle m The batteries can be charged at any time regardless of the remaining battery capacity m t takes about 10 hours until a discharged battery only 1 flashing segment is completely charged When the charging process is complete the battery charger can remain connected to the power wheelchair with no risk of overcharging or damaging the battery The battery charger features a programmed recharging phase that will maintain the battery capacity at t
27. EEC guidelines for medical devices This device has been classi fied as a class device according to the classification cri teria outlined in appendix IX of the guidelines The declara tion of conformity was therefore created by Otto Bock with sole responsibility according to appendix VII of the guidelines 9 4 Warranty terms Further information on the warranty terms can be provided by the qualified personnel supplying the wheelchair or by the Otto Bock after sales service addresses see rear inside cover or rear cover Page 92 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Appendices 10 Appendices 10 1 Technical data Dimensions and weights Armrest height Seat width 380 420 mm or 430 480 mm 15 16 5 in or 17 18 9 in Seat depth 380 460 mm or 420 500 mm 15 18 in or 16 5 19 7 Seat height 450 600 mm 17 7 23 6 in 240 360 mm 9 5 14 2 in Armrest length 260 mm 10 2 in Lower leg length 250 340 mm or 350 440 mm 9 8 13 4 in or 13 8 167 3 in Shipping weight Dimensions and weights see weight when empty of which Side panel lt 1 kg 2 2 lbs Footrest standard approx 1 kg 2 2 lbs Footrest manual elevating 1 8 kg 4 Ibs Maximum load capa city Turning radius 140 kg user weight 310 Ibs 1550 mm 61 in Caster wheel tire size 9 7 10 14 Overall height 1030 mm 40 5 in Over
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29. LED LED Fault Warning Cause Possible corrective action Red is flashing Battery under voltage Battery deep discharge Charge as soon as possible Green is flashing Battery over voltage Voltage too high after full charge and driving downhill Continue driving slowly Mode LED LED Fault Warning Cause Possible corrective action Red is flashing 1 x Controller fault Defective controller Contact specialist dealer Red is flashing 2 x Hand control device fault Defective joystick Contact specialist dealer Red is flashing 3 x Communication error Faulty connection between the hand control device and controller Defective cabling software or hardware Check cabling plug con nections Contact specialist dealer Red is flashing 4 x Joystick warning Joystick is not in zero posi tion when the unit is turned on Move the joystick to zero position before turning the unit on Red is flashing 5 x Brake fault Brake release open Defective brake Close brake release Check brake e g Bowden cable B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 89 Maintenance repair One Rock LED Red is flashing 5 x Fault Warning Drive motor fault Cause Faulty cabling or plug con tacts Defective actuator Possible corrective action Check cabling plug con nections Contact specialist dealer
30. Seat function LEDs LED Fault Warning Cause Possible corrective action Backrest LED is flashing Back angle adjustment motor fault Faulty cabling or plug con tacts Defective actuator Check cabling plug con nections Contact specialist dealer Seat LED is flashing Seat tilt motor fault Faulty cabling or plug con tacts Defective actuator Check cabling plug con nections Contact specialist dealer 2 LED s below the seat sur face are flashing Backrest seat surface LED is flashing Seat height adjustment motor fault Power seat function temper ature warning Faulty cabling or plug con tacts Defective actuator Overheating due to excess ive load Check cabling plug con nections Contact specialist dealer Cool down phase Page 90 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Boch Disposal 8 Disposal 8 1 Safety Instructions Leaking battery acid Risk of pollution gt Note that the power wheelchair s wet cell batteries contain poisonous acid Battery acid must not get into the sewers or soil gt Observe the information printed on the batteries by the manufacturer gt Note that the batteries may not be disposed of as household waste 8 2 Disposal Information To dispose of the wheelchair return it to the specialist dealer Please return defective batteries to your specialist dealer when buyi
31. afety Instructions seissen ieena 74 10 Appendices sssscsececesecsesesesseseseseeeesesesteseesees 93 6 15 2 Gleaning tete te peteret ee ies 75 10 1 Technical data nun 93 6 15 3 Disinfection sesseeennn ene 75 7 Maintenance repair eseeeeeeeeee 75 7 1 Safety Instructions sse 75 7 2 Maintenance sseeseeee e 76 7 2 1 Maintenance intervals eerren 77 7 3 leo EL 80 7 3 4 Replacing a defective fuse ss 80 7 3 2 Replacing a defective bulb 82 7 3 3 Replacing the battery seseeses 84 7 4 Troubleshooting srono 84 7 4 1 Types of notifications 0 0 cere eens 85 7 4 2 Wheelchair control unit fault overview 86 7 4 8 Attendant control fault overview 89 8 Disposal cte ae 91 8 1 Safety Instructions sse 91 8 2 Disposal Information eeeeeeeeee 91 9 Legal information eecereeeneeee 91 9 1 Service life een 91 9 2 L icibility ara ar ees 91 B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 5 Foreword OMe Rock 1 Foreword INFORMATION These instructions for use user can be viewed and downloaded from our website www ottobock com It is possible to increase the display size of the PDF document stored there For further questions about the instruction
32. agnetic fields that can cause interference with other devices The power wheelchair has been tested according to EMC regulations B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 31 Operation Otto Rock INFORMATION During use of the power wheelchair electrical discharges high voltage with low current discharge via the user may occur which are caused by factors such as friction However these do not represent a health hazard The resulting discomfort can be prevented by customisation measures attaching a mechanical discharge contact grounding strap to the power wheelchair frame The user s environment must be taken into consideration Electrostatic discharge may also occur if the power wheelchair is equipped with puncture proof tires Retrofit ting the wheelchair with pneumatic tires can correct this problem gt Engage the brake Danger during use of public transportation elevators lifting platforms A WARNING Use of public transportation elevators lifting platforms Risk of tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Always turn the power wheelchair control unit off when using buses trains elevators or lifting plat forms Danger due to defective tires A CAUTION Defective tires Risk of accident falls due to poor traction reduced brak ing effect or lack of manoeuvrability gt Check for proper tire pressure
33. all length 1080 mm 42 5 in Weight when empty 95 kg 210 Ibs Back height 450 or 550 mm 17 7 or 21 7 in Rear wheel tire size Back angle 9 1 11 21 or 0 10 20 30 Tire pressure See tire sidewall Overall width 645 mm 25 4 in The specified weight varies according to the selected options and model Electrical system Operating voltage 24V B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 93 Appendices hho Rock Electrical system Batteries Front direction indic ator LED headlight Rear direction indic ator Wet cell 2 x 12 V 60 Ah C5 Gel 2 x 12 V 63 Ah C5 Lights H21W 12V BAY9s maintenance free C21W 12 V SV8 5 C10W 6 V SV8 5 Control unit Model Operating voltage Max output current per motor B500 classic enAble40 B500 advanced enAble50 24 V DC 75A Driving data Speed 6 km h 10 km h 3 7 mph 6 2 mph Climbing ability 17 96 Rear light Fuse 80A Battery charger For more information see the included battery charger instruc tions for use Maximum obstacle height 50 mm 100 mm with curb climbing assist Range approx 35 km 22 m Operating temperat ure 25 C to 50 C 13 F to 122 F Transportation and storage temperature range 40 C to 65 C 40 F to 149 F Corrosion protection Corrosion protection Coated fr
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35. cator 6 Joystick B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 57 Operation OMe Rock On Off Button The button is used for switching the power wheelchair on for activating the drive away lock and for switching the wheelchair off Display Information n Attendant control activated Battery capacity LED indicator The LED lights up when the unit is on Colour and flash codes provide information on the current battery capacity status LED Information Green is lit Battery capacity gt 70 Orange is lit Battery capacity 30 70 Red is lit Battery capacity lt 30 Red is flashing Battery deep discharge Charge as soon as possible Green is flashing Battery over voltage e g after driv ing downhill Continue driving slowly LED Information Red Orange Green Charging process drive away flashing alternately lock Mode Button Switch between speed level 1 and 2 by pressing the button briefly Push and hold the button at least 2 seconds to switch the control unit to the power seat functions Mode LED indicator The LED indicates the speed level status and system faults using 3 colour LEDs and various flash codes LED Information Green is lit Speed level 1 Orange is lit Speed level 2 Red flashing Fault see Page 89 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x Off LED display switched to seat functions Selected power seat
36. components Footrests or armrests may not be used as lifting points A WARNING Lifting the power wheelchair incorrectly Risk of falling tipping damage to the power wheelchair gt Only use sufficiently large hoisting devices to trans port the power wheelchair see the Technical Data chapter for the weight of the power wheelchair A WARNING Improper transportation in aircraft Risk of injury due to fire or explosion battery damage short circuit gt Follow the IATA International Air Transport Associ ation rules when transporting the power wheelchair in an aircraft Before checking the power wheelchair as baggage the fuse must always be removed and the battery contacts insulated to protect them against a short circuit gt Note that those batteries in particular which may leak or will not be transported upright must be removed and packaged so they cannot leak or short circuit gt For more information please visit the www iata org website Otto Bock recommends contacting the air line directly before every flight to obtain information regarding special transport regulations Page 70 03 2011 B500 classic advanced OMe Rock Operation A CAUTION Securing the power wheelchair insufficiently during transport Risk of pinching crushing blows to body parts gt During transportation in vehicles on lifting platforms or in lifts turn the control unit of
37. djustment feature The power back angle adjustment feature allows for con tinuous tilting of the backrest up to 30 B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 47 Operation Fig 22 Power back angle adjustment 6 8 5 Power footrests To avoid permanent pressure points or to ensure anti shock support the power wheelchair can be equipped with power adjustable footrests The footrests can be activated individually or at the same time depending on the configur ation The footplates can be flipped up to increase the entry and exit area Fig 23 Power footrest flipped up 6 8 6 Controlling power seat functions m Holding the Mode button approx 2 seconds see Fig 14 activates control of the first power seat func tion e g the power back angle adjustment or seat tilt m The LCD display indicates the currently selected seat function see following chapter Joystick and Display Functions To switch between the various seat functions press the Mode button briefly or move the joystick to the right m Once a seat function is selected it is activated by mov ing the joystick forward or backward Page 48 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Oo Rock Operation m The electric motor moves the seat function as long as the joystick is deflected and stops at the end positions m Holding the Mode button again approx 2 seconds see Fig 14 deactivates the seat function in the
38. e getting in and out in order to avoid accidental driving gt Note that the armrests are not capable of bearing full body weight and therefore must not be used for get ting into or out of the wheelchair gt Ensure that your limbs are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down The modular design of the power wheelchair and the ease with which you can remove the side panels and footrests make it easy to get into and out of the wheelchair from the side or from the front Users can choose the method for getting into and out of the wheelchair which is most suitable for them Getting in from the front A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crushing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down 1 Place the seat in the horizontal position 2 Flip the footrests up see Fig 12 or remove them to gain a larger entry and exit area see Fig 11 Remov ing the footrests increases the available entry or exit area see Fig 13 3 Have an attendant assist you or use a transfer lifter to get into and out of the power wheelchair 4 Flip the footrest down or reinstall it and flip it down see Page 23 5 Put the lap belt on when necessary when driving on the road Page 24 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Operation Fig 12 Footrest flipped up Getting in from the side
39. e power seat functions if no fault or error is present 6 8 2 Power seat height adjustment A WARNING Improper use of the seat height adjustment feature Risk of falling tipping gt A maximum load of 130 kg may be applied to the seat with seat height adjustment function P Put the belt system lap belt four point belt on and do not lean past the seat surface while the seat is raised B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 45 Operation Oe Rock gt gt gt Only use the seat height adjustment feature with the backrest in the upright position Only use the seat height adjustment feature on level ground Note that the field of vision is limited when driving with the seat raised Only drive for short distances with the seat raised e g to manoeuvre Note that creep speed is automatically activated when the seat height adjustment function is used If this is not the case contact a specialist dealer imme diately Only use the power wheelchair with the seat height adjustment in its lowest position until the fault is repaired Lack of maintenance of the seat height adjustment feature Risk of damage to the power wheelchair gt Inspect the seat height adjustment feature for visible signs of damage at least 1 x per month and ensure alll screw connections are tight gt Check for correct tire pressure Risk o
40. e steering casters are unlocked and can swivel freely again Page 68 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Operation Fig 41 Steering caster lock engaged and disengaged 6 12 6 Rear bumper The power wheelchair may be equipped with a bumper The bumper provides increased user protection in case of a collision Fig 42 Rear bumper 6 12 7 Overview of additional options INFORMATION You can find these and other optional add on components on the order form and in the wheelchair accessories cata logue The power wheelchair may be equipped with additional options m Curb climbing assist To overcome curbs and steps with a maximum height of 100 mm m Puncture proof tires Solid rubber tires B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 69 Operation OMe Rock m Seating shell adapter To attach special seating shells control panel holder for seating shells also available W Armrest accessories Special adapters for the armrests in our accessories catalogue m Joystick accessories Tetra fork STICK S80 softball golfball flexible joystick stem Control panel guard Metal guard for impact protection Crutch holder Folding rearview mirror Tray Attachable desktop Accessory box backpack cellphone pocket 6 13 Disassembly transport 6 13 1 Safety Instructions P Attendants may only lift the power wheelchair by solidly attached
41. ease bolt up see Fig 17 item 1 The brake release lever see Fig 17 item 2 is unlocked 2 Push the brake release lever forward until it engages The brake is disabled all braking systems are turned off The control unit will recognise that the brake has been disabled and deactivate the driving function A warning will appear on the LCD monitor as soon as the joystick is deflected e Information Brake is disabled Display CA B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 39 Operation Fig 17 Disabling the brake 1 Brake release bolt 2 Brake release lever Enabling activating the brake 1 Push the brake release lever see Fig 18 arrow up until the brake release bolts engage 2 Turn the control unit off and on again The driving function is activated Fig 18 Enabling the brake 6 7 Batteries charging process 6 7 1 Safety Instructions Unauthorised battery replacement Risk of battery damage gt Replacing the battery or modifying the battery installa tion position may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Page 40 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation gt The characteristic curve of the battery charger estab lished at the factory matches the batteries included in the scope of delivery and may not be altered inde pendently 6
42. eat plate 7 3 2 Replacing a defective bulb Penetration of moisture Risk of damage to the light gt Ensure that the screws are seated tightly against the plate INFORMATION Lamp housings and lamps can both be ordered from the specialist dealer The front lights have rubberised mounts to protect them from damage F Fig 50 Headlight gt During installation ensure that the plates are seated en accurately in the housing 1 Notch apply screwdriver here 2 LED headlight Page 82 03 2011 B500 classic advanced OMe Rock Maintenance repair Replacing the front direction indicator bulb 1 Set a small screwdriver into the notch in the direction indicator housing and flip the cover down see Fig 50 item 2 Remove the cover Turn the defective bulb slightly to unlock it then remove it Grasp the new bulb with a cloth set it into the socket and lock it in place Set the cover in place hook it on and press it down tightly Fig 51 Replacing the front direction indicator bulb Replacing the LED headlight The LED headlight is maintenance free If repairs are required the authorised person who fitted the wheelchair can help Replacing the bulbs in the rear light and rear direction indicator 1 Loosen and remove the 2 Phillips head screws 2 Remove the plate Push the bulb slightly to the right
43. ecessary the hook and loop clos ures for routing the control panel cable can be loosened and the control panel can be removed Fig 10 Side panel thumb screw Installing the side panel 1 If necessary install the control panel and fasten the hook and loop closures for routing the control panel cable 2 Insert the side panel into the side panel holder 3 Tighten the thumb screw on the side panel holder again Page 22 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation 6 2 Footrests A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crushing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down Removing the footrests 1 Unhook the calf band N Flip the footplate up A Q Release the footrest lock see Fig 11 Flip the footrest out or in 5 Pull the footrest up and remove it Fig 11 Locking the footrest Installing the footrests Proceed as follows if a footrest must be installed 1 Hook the footrest into the holder from above 2 Swing the footrest forward until the footrest lock engages 3 Hook the calf band into the holder B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 23 Operation OMe Rock 6 3 Getting in transfer A CAUTION Getting in and out incorrectly Risk of falling tipping pinching crushing Turn the control unit off whil
44. ects or clothing which get caught The power wheelchair can be equipped with a lap belt The lap belt provides additional support and keeps the user from sliding out of the seat Putting the lap belt on gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Push the 2 halves together until the buckle engages with an audible click 2 Pull to check that it is secure The belt is put on Fig 37 Putting the lap belt on Opening the lap belt gt Press the red release button The buckle is open and the belt can be removed Adjusting the belt length The belt length can be adjusted on both sides Excess belt length is taken up by the plastic slider gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close the belt 2 Position the 2 buckle halves in the middle of the body B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 65 Operation OMe Rock 3 Position the respective half of the buckle at a right angle see Fig 38 item 1 4 Slide the 2 halves of the closure to the desired position 5 Release the respective half of the buckle The belt length is adjusted Fig 38 Adjusting the lap belt 1 Buckle Four point belt chest belt N CAUTION Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt When driving in public areas always wear the four point or chest belt for additional support gt
45. erformed exclusively by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock 6 6 Activating deactivating the brakes AN WARNING Uncontrolled rolling Risk of collision with persons nearby objects gt Note the lack of brake functionality when the brake is deactivated The brake function may only be released in the presence of an attendant gt Should the user be unable to release the brake him self the brake can be released by the attendant Page 38 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ale Rock Operation gt Note that when the power wheelchair is moved on an incline the attendant must provide the required brake force gt Lock the brake every time before parking the power wheelchair A WARNING Improper maintenance repair or adjustment work on the brake Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Repairs and adjustments to the brake may only be made by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Incorrect settings can lead to a loss of braking power It is possible to push the power wheelchair in case of con trol unit failure or insufficient battery capacity To do so it is necessary to disable the brake using the release mechan ism described below The brake release is located between the frame and seat on either the right or left side according to customer prefer ence Disabling deactivating the brake 1 Pull the brake rel
46. f transportation damage Risk of damage to the power wheelchair gt Always lower the seat height adjustment feature fully for loading or transportation The power wheelchair can be equipped with a power seat height adjustment feature The seat height adjustment fea ture increases the height of the seat above the drive unit by up to 40 cm 15 in Fig 20 Seat with raised seat height adjustment feature Page 46 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation The driving function remains available even when the seat is raised The speed is reduced creep speed as soon as the seat leaves the lowest position because the power wheelchair is less resistant to tipping This is indicated on the control panel by the snail symbol on the LCD display Display Information E Creeping speed B e c 6 8 3 Power seat tilt The power wheelchair can be equipped with a power seat tilt function The power seat tilt function allows the seat to be tilted for example to relieve pressure The power seat tilt is available in 3 different versions m Power seat tilt up to 20 m Power seat tilt up to 30 m Power seat tilt up to 45 The seat can be tilted back continuously up to the angle specified above Fig 21 Power seat tilt 6 8 4 Power back angle adjustment The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a power back angle a
47. for cleaning gt To avoid corrosion don t use any aggressive cleaning agents or solvents gt Check the driving behaviour of the power wheelchair after cleaning it INFORMATION Piston rods do not require lubrication They are mainten ance free Page 74 03 2011 B500 classic advanced OMe Rock Maintenance repair 6 15 2 Cleaning The power wheelchair must be cleaned regularly depend ing on the amount of use and the degree of soiling m Clean the control panel battery charger armrest and trim components with a damp cloth and mild cleaning solution m Use a dry brush to clean the seat and back upholstery as well as the seat cushion m Use a damp plastic brush to clean the wheels and frame 6 15 3 Disinfection gt Wipe all parts of the wheelchair down with disinfectant Important information about disinfecting m Water based disinfectants should be used Observe the usage information provided by the manufacturer m Prior to disinfection clean the seat and back uphol stery seat cushion control panel and armrest 7 Maintenance repair 7 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Improper maintenance repair or adjustment work Risk of falling tipping or incorrect user posture damage to the product gt The power wheelchair may only be serviced by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock The func tionality and operating safety of the
48. h button module by the user Programming of the push button module may only be performed by trained authorised personnel Power wheelchairs with the enAble50 control unit can be equipped with an optional push button module The push button module lets the user select additional power seat functions directly during normal driving opera tion B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 59 Operation Hs Bocke Available functions Display Information Depending on the power wheelchair model and program Power footrest right ming of the push button module up to 5 power seat func tions see Fig 32 item 1 can be controlled during normal driving operation P f Display information ower footrests coupled Power seat height adjustment Other special functions combinations Power seat tilt S1 S5 Push button functions Power back angle adjustment m The Mode button see Fig 32 item 2 is used to toggle among the different functions 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 m The blue LED see Fig 32 item 3 indicates the selec ted power function Power footrest left m The respective function is activated function up down using the buttons Selected function up Selected function down see Fig 32 item 4 Page 60 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation INFORMATION The function of the Selected function up down buttons can be progra
49. he level that has been reached m f the power wheelchair is used every day the battery should be charged every night m Never discharge the batteries completely deep dis charge B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 41 Operation OMe Rock m The batteries will gradually discharge if the wheelchair is not used for extended periods of time If the power wheelchair is not used for an extended period the bat teries should be charged 1 x per week to maintain their capacity m The fuse should be removed if the wheelchair is not used for more than 3 days m The power wheelchair control unit must be switched off while the batteries are charging to allow all of the char ging current to be fed into the battery 6 7 4 Battery charger Improper use of the battery charger Risk of damage of or by the battery charger battery dam age gt Only use battery chargers from Otto Bock which have been verified and approved by Otto Bock for use with the respective batteries observe information on the battery charger gt Ensure that the information on the battery charger rat ing plate matches the country specific voltage of the respective mains grid gt gt Only use the battery charger within the specified tem perature and humidity limits Place the rubber feet of the battery charger on a level surface If you locate the battery charger near a window pro tect it from direct
50. hen manual seat options are used inher ent pinch and shear points are located between the seat frame and the power wheelchair frame gt Ensure that no body parts such as hands or feet are in the danger area while manual seat options are used gt Ensure that no interfering objects such as clothing or other obstacles are in the danger area while manual seat options are used 6 9 2 Manual seat tilt A WARNING Unintentional lowering of the seat tilt Risk of pinching crushing of limbs gt Note that the seat can drop suddenly if the release lever is operated while the seat is tilted The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a manual seat tilt function The manual seat tilt function allows the seat to be tilted for example to relief pressure The seat can be tilted back con tinuously by up to 20 Tilting the seat back 1 Activate the release lever on the armrest see Fig 24 2 Move the seat to the desired angle 3 Let go of the release lever The seat is tilted back The seat is easier to tilt if the backrest is tilted back B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 51 Operation OMe Rock Fig 24 Tilting the seat manually 6 9 3 Manual back angle adjustment The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a manual back angle adjustment func tion The manual back angle adjustment function a
51. iew Display Fault Warning Cause Possible corrective action f ke 3 Controller temperature warning Overheating due to excess Cool down phase on ive load f 3 Motor temperature warning Overheating due to excess Cool down phase PN ive load Joystick warning Joystick is not in zero posi tion when the unit is turned Move the joystick to zero position before turning the unit on ing flashing signal the hand control device and controller Defective cabling software or hardware A on f le Hand control device fault Defective joystick Contact specialist dealer era f Eo gt Controller fault Defective controller Check all connections era Contact specialist dealer F Communication error alternat Faulty connection between Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Page 86 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Maintenance repair Display N kl Fault Warning Battery under voltage Cause Battery deep discharge Battery cable malfunctioning faulty connection to the battery Possible corrective action Charge as soon as possible Check the connection to the battery charge the battery if the connec tion is good Battery over voltage Voltage too high after full charge and driving downhill Continue driving slowly Back angle adjustment moto
52. if the wheelchair is parked for extended periods of time m Tires contain chemical substances that can react with other chemical substances such as cleaning agents or acids Page 14 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Preparation for use m Black tires contain soot particles They may leave black marks where they come into contact with the ground Therefore Otto Bock recommends grey tires if the wheelchair is primarily used indoors m Direct sunlight UV light causes the tires to age prema turely As a result the tread surface hardens and corner pieces break out of the tread m Avoid unnecessary parking outdoors The tires should be replaced every 2 years regardless of wear and tear 5 Preparation for use 5 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Improper modification of the settings Risk of tipping falling improper user posture gt Do not modify the settings made by the authorised personnel gt In case of problems with the settings unsatisfactory sitting position control panel problems etc please contact the authorised person who fitted your power wheelchair Z WARNING Incorrect handling of packaging materials Risk of suffocation gt Packaging materials must be kept out of reach of chil dren A CAUTION Uncontrolled movement of components when making adjustments Risk of crushing pinching blows to limbs gt Ensure that body parts such as hands o
53. ing daily use 4 3 2 n case of extended disuse 5 Preparation for use 5 1 Safety Instructions 5 2 Initial operation 5 2 1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place des eseusedsaasis 6 5 3 7 5 3 1 7 5 3 2 7 5 3 3 8 5 3 4 g 5 3 5 g 5 3 6 10 5 3 7 1116 13 61 13 62 13 6 3 13 6 4 13 6 4 1 14 6 4 2 14 6 5 14 6 5 1 6 5 2 5 ess 16 6 5 4 16 6 5 5 Adjustments ener eei ete denter teet 17 Prerequisites sessssseseeeeneenenee 17 Adjusting the back angle 17 Adjusting the side panels 18 Adjusting the footrests nnen nennen 19 Adjusting the belt lengths essiens 20 Adjusting the control panel 20 Changing control unit parameters 21 Operation eeeeeeeeeeee nennen nenne nnn nnn 22 Side Panels 22 erecti 23 Getting in transfer ssssssssessess 24 ero ie Brune 25 Control Panel eee bere entere eise 26 Buttons and display functions 27 Driving Functions iei etnies cech 30 Safety Instructions sse 30 Driving rotes iiec teretes cord 33 Switching on and off uuersssnesnennnnnnnnennnnnennn 34 Selecting the speed levels 35 Bros T 35 B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Table of contents
54. intended pur pose gt Only one person may be transported in the power wheelchair at any one time A CAUTION Extreme temperatures Risk of hypothermia or burns on wheelchair parts gt Do not expose the product to any extreme temperat ures e g direct sunlight sauna extreme cold A CAUTION Ignition of seat cushion and backrest cover Risk of burns P The seat cushion and backrest cover of the wheel chair are not highly flammable but there is a possibil ity they may catch fire Utmost caution is therefore required near any open fires Overloading Risk of damage to the product gt Don t exceed the maximum load capacity of 140 kg 310 Ibs gt If the power wheelchair is equipped with a seat height adjustment feature then the maximum load capacity is 130 kg 285 Ibs NOTICE Use under wrong environmental conditions Risk of damage to the product B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 9 Safety OMe Rock gt Only use the power wheelchair within a temperature range of 25 C to 50 C 13 F to 122 F 3 3 Reference to additional safety instructions Observe additional safety instructions in the following chapters Chapter Preparation for Use Chapter Usage gt Driving Functions Chapter Usage Batteries Charging Process Chapter Usage gt Power Seat Functions Chapter Usage gt
55. intended to help sup port the user sitting in the power wheelchair B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 73 Operation OMe Rock 6 14 2 Permitted use The power wheelchair may be used for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle if a suitable restraint system is used The safety components such as lap belts sold by Otto Bock only serve to further restrain the person sitting in the power wheelchair For more information on the use of the power wheelchair for transportation in wheelchair accessible vehicles please refer to our brochure Using your Wheelchair Mobility Base with Seating Shell or Buggy for Transportation in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles article no 646D158 6 14 3 Necessary accessories An anchor kit is required to use the power wheelchair as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle This kit is a pre requisite for the AMF anchor point system The authorised personnel which fit the wheelchair can provide more inform ation The weight of the person being transported is limited to max 100 kg 220 Ibs 6 15 Care 6 15 1 Safety Instructions Incorrect cleaning Risk of damage to the product especially to the electron ics gt Water must not come into direct contact with the elec tronics motor or battery under any circumstances gt Never use a water jet or high pressure cleaning apparatus to clean the power wheelchair gt Usea cloth or sponge
56. l push buttons are located on the under side The control panel is used to switch the power wheelchair on and off to enter driving commands and to display the current state of certain functions and components Fig 14 1 Joystick 2 On Off Button 3 LCD Display 4 Mode Button 5 6 enAble50 control panel identical to enAble40 Warning Flasher On Off Button Horn Button Direction Indicator Left Right Button Lights On Off Button Page 26 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Operation Fig 15 Connections on the underside 1 External button connection On Off only with enAble50 2 External button connection Mode only with enAble50 3 Charging programming receptacle 6 4 2 Buttons and display functions Joystick The speed and driving direction are controlled with the joy stick When a seat option is activated the joystick operates this seat option On Off Button Holding this button turns the power wheelchair on or off and activates deactivates the drive away lock Mode Button Pressing the button briefly increases decreases the speed level After reaching the maximum speed level you can change back to speed level 1 by pressing the button again 1 2 3 4 5 1 Holding the button for at least 2 seconds switches the control unit into the Power Seat Functions menu Warning Flasher On Off Button All 4 warning flashers are activated deac
57. les e g select speed level 1 Avoid jumping down from steps Don t lean out of the wheelchair while crossing obstacles Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven ground The speed must always be adjusted to the ground conditions Inclines and downgrades Ascending or descending slopes up to max 17 is permitted Driving on steeper inclines or downgrades is not permitted Otherwise safe braking is not ensured In order to navigate downgrades safely the speed must be reduced according to the slope e g select speed level 1 Never drive downhill backwards All terrain driving The speed must be reduced in dangerous areas e g select speed level 1 B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 33 Operation OMe Rock m Typical dangerous areas include narrow paths along waterways slopes cliffs e g quay walls dikes etc cramped rooms or areas steep downgrades e g in the mountains facing streets unsurfaced areas e g on construction sites cross ings train crossings snow covered or icy areas 6 5 3 Switching on and off A WARNING Defective safety functions Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects P Before every use ensure that the power wheelchair and its safety functions are in safe and proper condi tion gt Only use the power wheelchair if all safety functions e g the automatic brakes are functional
58. livery 4 1 Scope of supply The power wheelchair is normally shipped fully assembled and fitted to the personal requirements of the respective user The scope of delivery includes m Fitted power wheelchair with main components m Installed options m Battery charger m Instructions for Use user 4 2 Options The standard model can be fitted to the user s personal requirements through a large range of options A full list of the available modules and accessories is shown on the order form and in the accessories catalogue To use options see Page 22 et seq 4 2 1 Model B500 classic The B500 classic power wheelchair can be equipped with up to 2 of the following power seat options m Power seat height adjustment m Power seat tilt available in 3 different versions up to 20 up to 30 up to 45 m Power back angle adjustment up to 30 Power adjustable footrests The wheelchair is controlled by an enAble40 control unit 4 2 2 Model B500 advanced The B500 advanced power wheelchair can be equipped with up to 4 of the following power seat options m Power seat height adjustment W Power seat tilt available in 3 different versions up to 20 up to 30 up to 45 m Power back angle adjustment up to 30 Power adjustable footrests with 3 programmable ver sions only left only right or both sides control The wheelchair is controlled by an enAble50 control unit For additional information on enabling user
59. llows for con tinuous tilting of the backrest up to 20 Adjusting the back angle 1 Activate the release lever on the armrest see Fig 25 2 Move the backrest to the desired position 3 Let go of the release lever The backrest is adjusted Fig 25 Adjusting the backrest manually 6 9 4 Manual elevating footrests The power wheelchair can be equipped with manual elev ating footrests The manual elevating footrests make it possible to prevent a constant pressure load or to provide anti shock support Swivelling the footrest 1 Activate the release lever on the footrest see Fig 26 2 Move the footrest to the desired position 3 Let go of the release lever Page 52 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Oe Rock Operation The footrest is adjusted Fig 26 Manual elevating footrest 6 10 Additional seat options The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of other seat options 6 10 1 Contour seat Compared to the standard seat the contour seat provides the user with improved comfort and lateral support Fig 27 Contour seat 6 10 2 Recaro seat A WARNING Incorrect Recaro Seat settings Risk of falling tipping gt Note that the maximum backrest angle is 30 while standing and 20 while driving The power wheelchair can be equipped with various Recaro seat models They provide individually adjustable
60. mmed according to the user s wishes but ton Selected function up function up or function down depending on programming In addition 3 Buddy Buttons can be connected to the push button module and positioned at will see Page 62 The Buddy Buttons perform the same functions as the Mode button and the Selected function up Selected function down buttons see Fig 32 items 2 4 Symbols on the back of the push button module indicate the corres ponding functions Fig 32 a A O N Push button module Available power functions Mode Button Selected function LED indicator Selected function up down Buttons see information box Stereo plug for the connection of Buddy buttons B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 61 Operation OMe Rock 6 11 3 Adapter cable for Piko or Buddy button INFORMATION For additional information on user specific adjustment of this function see front inside cover Power wheelchairs with the enAble50 control unit and push button module can be equipped with an optional 2 way adapter cable m The respective connected Piko or Buddy button may be used to control power seat functions as well as other functions see inside front cover These functions are specified when the power wheelchair is ordered m The Piko and Buddy button switches are programmed with a so called toggle function The selected function is
61. ng new ones All product components must be disposed of properly in accordance with national regulations 9 Legal information 9 1 Service life Based on market observations and the current state of technology the manufacturer has calculated that the product can be used for a period of 5 years provided that it is used properly and that the service and maintenance instructions are observed Storage times at the dealer or with paying parties are not included in this period However we would like to emphasise that the product is reliable far beyond this defined period of time provided that it is cared for and maintained properly If the service life is reached the user or a responsible attendant should contact the authorised person who fitted the wheelchair or Otto Bock service see inside or outside of rear cover for address 9 2 Liability The manufacturer s warranty applies only if the device has been used under the conditions and for the purpose described The manufacturer recommends that the device be used and maintained according to the instructions for use B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 91 Legal information OMe Rock The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by components and spare parts not approved by the manu facturer Repairs must be carried out exclusively by author ised dealers or by the manufacturer 9 3 CE Conformity This device meets the requirements of the 93 42
62. or rubble INFORMATION The control unit of the power wheelchair switches to a safe mode at elevated temperatures and after driving uphill for extended periods of time limiting the perform ance of the power wheelchair The user is able to drive the power wheelchair out of a hazardous situation at any time The power wheelchair is fully functional again once the unit has cooled down suffi ciently this may take several minutes depending on the ambient temperature The power wheelchair is controlled by moving the joystick m The further the joystick is deflected from the centre pos ition the faster the power wheelchair will drive in this direction m The maximum speed at full deflection of the joystick depends on the selected speed level m Releasing the joystick automatically activates the brake function bringing the power wheelchair to a halt The mechanical brakes are activated automatically when the power wheelchair comes to a stop so that it cannot roll 6 5 6 Drive away lock INFORMATION For the B500 advanced B500 plus the drive away lock can only be activated as described if the function was previously enabled see front inner cover The factory default setting can be changed by the specialist dealer Please ask your specialist dealer about the setting selec ted for your wheelchair Page 36 03 2011 B500 classic advanced OMe Rock Operation
63. ove install the Recaro seat on the mobility base and to fold the backrest down see Page 53 6 13 4 Preparing for transport 1 Position the power wheelchair in its transport location 2 Turn the control unit off Page 72 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation 3 Engage the brake 4 Use the eyebolts and cargo straps to attach the power wheelchair to the means of transportation Fig 46 Front left and rear right eyebolts 6 14 Use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle 6 14 1 Safety Instructions LA WARNING Use as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair severe injury in case of accident gt Always use the seats and restraints in the wheelchair accessible vehicle first This is the only way to provide optimal protection for the occupants in case of acci dent gt Never transport more than one person in the power wheelchair gt Always ensure that the seat tilt mechanism is lowered when using the power wheelchair in a wheelchair accessible vehicle A WARNING Use of the belt system as a restraint system in a wheelchair accessible vehicle is forbidden Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair severe injury in case of accident gt Under no circumstances may the belt system be used as part of a restraint system for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle gt Note that the belt system is only
64. play Information l Full battery capacity right selected f l speed level B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 29 Operation OMe Rock Display Information F e Low battery capacity lock lili y Battery is under voltage with warn a Charging process with drive away 6 5 Driving Functions 6 5 1 Safety Instructions A CAUTION Lack of driving experience Risk of tipping falling P Practice on level open ground first A ing symbol Battery is over voltage with warning A Symbol Dangers while driving Further LCD display functions Further LCD display symbols are described in the following chapters m see chapter Usage gt Drive away Lock W see chapter Usage gt Seat Functions W see chapter Maintenance Repair gt Troubleshooting A WARNING Uncontrolled rolling Risk of collision with persons nearby objects gt Note the lack of brake functionality when the brake is deactivated The brake function may only be released in the presence of an attendant gt Should the user be unable to release the brake him self the brake can be released by the attendant gt Note that when the power wheelchair is moved on an incline the attendant must provide the required brake force Page 30 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Rocke Operation
65. power wheel Risk of falling tipping chair after it is turned on according to the user s 7 requirements gt Only drive on slopes up to max 17 96 gt Only cross obstacles which are not higher than 50 6 5 4 Selecting the speed levels mm 2 in m The power wheelchair has a programmable number of Do not cross over any obstacles while driving on speed levels delivery condition 2 5 speed levels inclines or downgrades m The speed level is increased by briefly pressing the Reduce speed when driving downhill e g select Mode button see Fig 14 item 4 speed level 1 m After reaching the maximum speed level the next p Only drive over obstacles such as steps or low curbs speed level is 1 at a reduced speed max 3 km h m The LCD display indicates the selected speed level in gt Approach obstacles at right angles and drive over the Driving menu them at one go B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 35 Operation OMe Rock gt Only drive on inclines and over obstacles with the seat tilt and seat height adjustments lowered and with a vertical backrest The seat can be tilted back slightly when driving downhill gt Avoid getting into or out of the power wheelchair on slopes gt Do not drive over stairs A WARNING Driving on unsuitable surfaces Risk of falling tipping gt Do not operate the power wheelchair on very smooth surfaces e g icy surfaces or very rough surfaces e g gravel
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67. r fault Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Seat tilt motor fault Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Seat height adjustment motor fault Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer wl CN oC Si l a j j 3 j Power footrest motor fault Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 87 Maintenance repair OMe Rock Display PN Fault Warning Drive motor fault Cause Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Possible corrective action Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Brake fault Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Emergency stop Faulty cabling or plug con nections Defective actuator Check cabling plug connections Contact specialist dealer Page 88 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Maintenance repair 7 4 3 Attendant control fault overview Battery
68. r head are never in the danger zone gt Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support A CAUTION Unsecured screw connections Risk of pinching crushing tipping and falling due to com ponents coming loose gt After all adjusting readjusting work re tighten the attachment screws nuts firmly Observe any torque settings which may be specified B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 15 Preparation for use OMe Rock gt Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread lock replace it with a new screw connection or secure the old screw connection with medium strength thread locker e g Loctite 241 5 2 Initial operation The specialist dealer ships the power wheelchair fully assembled and ready to use The following additional tasks may be required m Adjusting settings see Page 17 et seq m Installing the side panels see Page 22 m Installing the footrests see Page 23 m Charging the battery see Page 40 et seq 5 2 1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place If the power wheelchair is equipped with mechanical power back angle adjustment proceed as follows if necessary 1 Fold the backrest up 2 Place the cross bolt on the end of the gas compression spring or actuator into the bracket see Fig 3 item 1 3 Push the lever down until the lock engages see Fig 3 item 2 4 Check the bolt and lock to ensure that they are
69. ral nut on the drive shaft tightened Check if wheel mounts are seated securely Directional stability of the entire power wheelchair X Caster wheels Fork seated in the receiver without play Wheels must turn freely and without axial runout Mounting nut tightened Seat attachment Check whether mounting screws are fastened properly For Recaro seat check seat lock gt lt lt lt lt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt OX Footrest Check that the ratchet mechanism works properly and is seated securely Check the footplate for damage x x Manual elevating Check that the ratchet mechanism works properly and is footrest seated securely Check footplates for damage x Visual inspection for scratches and oil leaks on the piston X rod Padding belts Proper condition of the padding X B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 77 Maintenance repair OMe Rock Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Padding belts Seat belts must not be worn X Check functionality of the belt buckle X Tires Air pressure printed on the tire sidewall X Sufficient tread depth at least 1 mm X Check for damage x Batteries Battery charge condition X Lights Perform a visual inspection for damage X Check that they work X Electronics No fault indications on the control panel X No faults indicated by the ba
70. rive away lock is deactivated and driving is enabled B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 37 Operation OMe Rock Problem resolution The drive away lock remains active if the joystick is not moved correctly 1 Turn the control unit off in order to deactivate the drive away lock again 2 Turn the power wheelchair on 3 Deactivate the drive away lock again 6 5 7 Adjusting the driving characteristics A WARNING Wrong configuration settings Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Programming may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Otto Bock and the control unit manufacturer are not liable in case of damage caused by programming which was not per formed properly and or which was not adjusted prop erly according to the user s abilities gt Note that modified parameter settings in the configur ation can lead to changes in driving characteristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration brak ing or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable driving characteristics and cause an accident gt After configuration programming is complete the user must test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair under the supervision of the authorised personnel Adjusting and setting the speed acceleration and delay values to the individual user requirements is p
71. rive wheel suspension gt The control unit is turned off Lift the seat cushion from the seat plate 2 Remove the seat plate 3 Open the clip on the battery tray strap 4 Remove the battery tray cover Page 80 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Maintenance repair Fig 48 Opening the strap Removing the fuse 1 Open the fuse holder cover see Fig 49 item 1 2 Pull the fuse out of the spring contacts see Fig 49 item 2 Installing the fuse 1 Remove the fuse from the protective cover Open the fuse holder cover Close the fuse holder cover until you feel it engage 3 Center the fuse on the spring contacts and plug it in Fig 49 Fuse in the fuse housing 1 Fuse housing with cover 2 Fuse plugged in 3 Fuse holder Closing the battery drawer in models with drive wheel suspension 1 Place the cover on the battery drawer B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 81 Maintenance repair Otto Rock 2 Close the strap 3 Push the drawer under the seat until the release bolt engages INFORMATION As you close the battery drawer ensure that the release bolt engages correctly in the intended notch Closing the battery tray on models without drive wheel suspension 1 Place the cover on the battery drawer N Close the strap 3 Replace the seat plate and push it down tight 4 Press the seat cushion firmly onto the hook and loop material on the s
72. s A WARNING Wrong configuration settings Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Programming may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Otto Bock and the control unit manufacturer are not liable in case of damage caused by programming which was not per formed properly and or which was not adjusted prop erly according to the user s abilities gt Note that modified parameter settings in the configur ation can lead to changes in driving characteristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration brak ing or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable driving characteristics and cause an accident B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 21 Operation gt After configuration programming is complete the user must test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair under the supervision of the authorised personnel If necessary the authorised personnel can fit the already preprogrammed wheelchair control system and accessor ies to the specific user requirements 6 Operation 6 1 Side panels Removing the side panel 1 Loosen the thumb screw on the side panel holder see Fig 10 2 Withdraw the side panel from the side panel holder and set it aside 3 Only for side panel with control panel Carefully allow the side panel with control panel to hang down INFORMATION If n
73. s for use user please contact the authorised personnel who issued the product to you With this wheelchair you have purchased a high quality product which can be put to versatile daily use at home and outdoors Be sure to read these instructions for use before you start using the wheelchair Pay special attention to the Safety and Usage chapters Please note the following m f questions or problems arise which cannot be resolved despite reading the instructions for use please contact the authorised personnel which fitted your wheelchair or Otto Bock service address inside back cover or on back cover All users and or attendants must be instructed in use of the product with the aid of these instructions for use In particular the user s and or attendant s must be informed of the residual risk with the aid of the safety instructions in these instructions for use The wheelchair was fitted to the user s requirements Further changes may only be made by authorised per sonnel We recommend a regular review of the wheel chair fit in order to ensure an optimal fit over the long term For growing children and youth fitting should be performed every six months The wheelchair may only be combined with the options listed in these instructions for use Otto Bock assumes no liability for combinations with medical devices and or accessories from other manufacturers outside of the modular system Please note
74. securely engaged Fig 3 Place the cross bolt into the bracket top locked cross bolt bottom 1 Cross bolt 2 Lock with lever Page 16 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Preparation for use 5 3 Adjustments 5 3 1 Prerequisites Fine fitting adjusting work should always be performed with the user The user should sit upright in the wheelchair while adjustments are made Seat height seat width and seat angle are set according to the customer order and may only be changed by a spe cialist dealer The following can be adjusted by the user m Back angle Armrest height position Lower leg length Strap lengths Control panel position All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before adjustments are made 5 3 2 Adjusting the back angle Standard contour seat 1 Pull on the strap until the locking bolts are free 2 Change the backrest angle to the desired position 3 Release the strap The locking bolts engage at the desired position Fig 4 Adjusting the back angle 1 Release locking strap 2 Locking bolts B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 17 Preparation for use One Rock Recaro Seat A WARNING Incorrect Recaro Seat settings Risk of falling tipping gt Note that the maximum backrest angle is 30 while standing and 20 while driving INFORMATION For further Recaro Seat settings Adjusting the Recaro
75. selec ted position The driving function is available again and the speed level indicator is lit B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 49 Operation Hs Bocke 6 8 7 Joystick and display functions The following power seat functions can be controlled with the joystick Display Seat function Joystick deflection eR Power seat height adjustment Forward Seat surface moves up PAL Back Seat surface moves down il le L Power seat tilt Back Seat slowly tips back I ore Forward Seat slowly tips toward the horizontal position je l Power back angle adjustment Forward Backrest tilts forward ore Back Backrest tilts backward m Power footrest left Forward left footrest moves forward AL Back Left footrest moves back f Power footrest right Forward Right footrest moves forward ora I Back Right footrest moves back Lu Power footrests coupled Forward Both footrests move forward Al Back Both footrests move back Deflection direction can be modified by the specialist dealer Seat surface and backrest Page 50 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation 6 9 Manual seat functions The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of optional manual seat functions 6 9 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Exposed pinch points in the seat adjustment area Risk of pinching crushing of limbs gt Note that w
76. sunlight Avoid overheating of the battery charger Ensure that the ventilation slits on the back of the battery charger are not covered during the charging process Switch the power wheelchair control unit off during the charging process so that all of the charging cur rent is fed into the battery Avoid dust and dirt Only clean the battery charger with a dry cloth The battery charger is designed for maintenance free and low maintenance batteries Please see the instructions for use supplied with the battery charger for further details on use and on the LED indicat ors Page 42 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Operation 6 7 5 Charging the battery A WARNING Discharge of explosive gases during battery charging Risk of injury due to fire or explosion gt Ensure sufficient ventilation in enclosed spaces Don t smoke or light fires Sparks must be avoided Do not cover the ventilation slits in the case vvvyv Only use battery chargers which have been verified and approved by Otto Bock for use with the respect ive batteries observe information on the battery char ger Non observance may result in explosion of the battery resulting in a health hazard through contact with the battery acid gt Follow the battery manufacturer safety instructions gt Wear protective goggles gt Switch the battery charger off and disconnect the mains plug before you disconnect
77. the battery Improper charging Risk of battery damage Avoid deep discharge of the battery Otto Bock does not provide any warranty for damage due to deep dis charge gt Charge the battery as soon as possible if the last three segments of the Battery Capacity LED indicat or are flashing gt Charge the batteries weekly if the power wheelchair is not used for an extended period of time A WARNING Sparks Risk of injury due to fire or explosion 1 Turn the control unit on the power wheelchair off 2 Plug the battery charger plug into the charging pro gramming receptacle on the power wheelchair control panel see Fig 19 3 Connect the battery charger to the mains plug and turn it on B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 43 Operation Oe Rock The charging process starts automatically and the battery charge condition is indicated by the LED indicator on the control panel and on the battery charger 4 Turn the battery charger off when the charging process is complete 5 Remove the battery charger mains plug 6 Disconnect the battery charger plug from the control panel 7 Turn the power wheelchair control unit on The power wheelchair is ready to use Charging programming receptacle on the control panel Fig 19 6 8 Power seat functions The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of
78. the information in the Liability chapter as well The operational safety of the wheelchair can only be ensured if it is used properly in accordance with the information contained in these instructions for use The user is ultimately responsible for accident free opera tion Page 6 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Boch Product description m Your wheelchair model may differ from the models 2 2 Product Overview shown In particular not all the options described in these instructions for use will be installed on your wheelchair m We reserve the right to make technical changes to the version described in these instructions for use 2 Product description 2 1 Function The wheelchair is designed solely for individual use by per sons who are unable to walk or who have a walking imped iment and can be operated either by the patient or by another person The wheelchair can be used on solid ground both indoors and outdoors A O N Fig 1 Main Components Backrest Joystick and control panel Armrest side panel Seat cushion oo no 0 Brake release Footplate Motor with drive wheel Anti tipper B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 7 Safety OMe Bock 3 2 General Safety Instructions A WARNING Improper wheelchair operation Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt The power wheelchair may only be operated by a q
79. the power wheelchair off and lock the brake gt The power wheelchair must be secured in accord ance with the regulations for the transport device gt During transport in another vehicle the power wheel chair must be secured sufficiently with cargo straps Only attach the cargo straps to the corresponding transportation eyelets and specified tie down points 6 13 2 Reducing the transportation size 1 Flip the footrests up 2 Remove the side panels 3 Fold the backrest forward and onto the seat surface Fig 43 Power wheelchair with reduced transportation size Folding down the backrest without back angle adjustment 1 Pull on the backrest release strap 2 Remove the side panels C Pullthe release strap back 4 Manually fold the backrest forward and onto the seat surface B500 classic advanced 03 201 1 Page 71 Operation Fig 44 Folding the backrest down Folding down the backrest with back angle adjustment 1 Remove the side panels 2 Push the lever see Fig 45 item 2 on the back of the backrest up and unlock the cross bolt see Fig 45 item 1 at the bottom end of the gas compression spring or actuator 3 Remove the cross bolt from the bracket 4 Fold the backrest forward and onto the seat surface Fig 45 Removing the cross bolt 1 Cross bolt 2 Lever 6 13 3 Reducing the transportation size Recaro seat To rem
80. tivated when this button is pressed Horn Button The horn will sound as long as the button is pressed Direction Indicator Left and Direction Indicator Right Button Pressing these buttons activates deactivates the respective front and rear direction indicators The direction indicator lights turn off automatically after 20 seconds B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 27 Operation Lights On Off Button The front and rear lights are activated deactivated by pressing the button LCD Display The LCD display is the communication interface between the user and the control unit It indicates the selected speed level the remaining battery capacity the status of power options as well as warnings and errors All display symbols are displayed while the power wheelchair turns on Fig 16 o NOORA ON Direction indicator left Battery capacity Power backrest Power seat tilt Control Panel Drive away lock Speed level Open end wrench LCD display with all symbols 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Excess temperature Direction indicator right Drive wheel brake Warning Creeping speed Power module Drive motor Light Page 28 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Ade Rock Operation Selected speed level LCD display After turning the wheelchair on the display indicates the selected speed level and battery capacity in the Driving menu Display Information
81. ttery charger LEDs X Check plug connections X Brake Activate brake lever while control unit is switched on X Check that the brake function is active when the brake is X engaged Lift seat Visual inspection of all moving components especially X cabling check for damage Check whether the screw connections are tight X Caster wheel Clean and lubricate the whole module x damper Mounting screws tightened x Page 78 03 2011 B500 classic advanced Otto Bock Maintenance repair Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Side panel and Armrest and control panel secured X armrest Check armrest for damage X Gas compression Visual inspection for scratches and oil leaks on the piston X spring or actuator rod B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 79 Maintenance repair Ode Rock 7 3 Repair 7 3 1 Replacing a defective fuse The 80A safety fuse is located in the battery drawer power wheelchair with drive wheel suspension or in a battery tray power wheelchair without drive wheel suspension Opening the battery drawer in models with drive wheel suspension gt The control unit is turned off 1 Pull up the release bolt 2 Pull gently on the battery drawer to roll it out to the rear 3 Open the clip on the strap 4 Remove the battery drawer cover Fig 47 Pulling on the release bolt Opening the battery tray on models without d
82. ualified user gt Have the user or attendant trained in operation of the power wheelchair by authorised personnel instructed by Otto Bock gt As the user read the entire Instructions for Use Fig 2 Anti tipper gt The power wheelchair may not be used in case of 3 Safety exhaustion or under the influence of alcohol or medic ations 3 1 Explanation of warning symbols gt Ensure that the power wheelchair is only operated by A WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of persons who do not have any mental limitations which severe accident or injury can temporarily or permanently restrict attentiveness A CAUTION Warnings regarding possible risks of and judgment when driving in road traffic accident or injury gt You must observe road traffic regulations when driv ing in road traffic Warnings regarding possible technical damage Page 8 03 2011 B500 classic advanced hho Rock Safety A WARNING Failure to heed or observe the safety instructions Risk of pinching crushing being pulled in tipping falling gt Observe all safety instructions in these instructions for use and in all other applicable documents gt Keep away from any sources of fire in particular burning cigarettes A WARNING Improper use of the power wheelchair Risk of pinching crushing being pulled in tipping falling gt Only use the power wheelchair for its
83. y on uneven surfaces The suspension effect is improved even more by a drive wheel suspension If the power wheelchair is equipped with a drive wheel sus pension then the batteries are stored in a drawer Fig 39 Steering caster suspension The belt length is adjusted 6 12 4 Suspension steering casters drive wheels The power wheelchair may be equipped with a suspension system B500 classic advanced 03 2011 Page 67 Operation OMe Rock Fig 40 Drive wheel suspension 6 12 5 Locking the steering casters The power wheelchair may be equipped with a steering caster lock These serve to lock the steering casters in the forward dir ection so that turning is no longer possible Having the power wheelchair drive in a perfectly straight line increases safety when driving on ramps or using elevators Engaging the steering caster lock gt Push the folding lever on the front of the frame to the side a bit until it disengages from the centre position The bolt at the bottom edge of the front frame extends and engages with the front fork as soon as the power wheelchair faces straight ahead see Fig 41 left The steering casters are locked The power wheelchair drives straight in both forward and reverse Disengaging the steering caster lock Turn the folding lever to the middle position until it engages The lever is in the unlocked position see Fig 41 right Th

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