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Alber E35 User Manual

1. e fix Elektrischer Zusatzantrieb Gebrauchsanweisung User manual Instructions d utilisation Manual de instrucciones Istruzioni per l uso Brugsvejledning Gebruiksaanwijzing Bruksanvisning Instruktionsbok de en fr es it dk nl no se Service Center Deutschland Montag bis Donnerstag von 8 00 18 00 Uhr Freitags von 8 00 16 00 Uhr erreichbar unter Telefon 0800 9096 250 geb hrenfrei alber Y u j lt AN N ACAUTION AWARNING ACAUTION Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a practitioner licensed by the law of the State in which he she practices Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interferences EMI Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna source the EM fields from hand held radio wave sources transceivers are of special concern It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered wheelchair s control system while using these devices This can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking Therefore the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the powered wheelchair Radio wave sources may affect powered wheelchair control Electromagnetic interference
2. Your wheelchair brakes are adjusted to the two e fix wheels If the wheelchair is operated with manual wheels the brakes may need to be readjusted to these wheels Alber GmbH provides brackets of various design single part or multiple part brackets The bracket shown in the diagrams of this operating manual may therefore deviate from that attached to your wheelchair 2 1 Installing the wheels From a technical point of view the stub axles 11 of the e fix wheels are similar to the stub axles of your usual manual wheelchair wheels In this respect you can attach the e fix wheels to your wheelchair in the usual way If you have not already done so ensure that the system is switched off at the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Ensure that the wheel is engaged see also the bottom left picture and the adjacent explanations Press the releasing device 4 located at the centre of the wheel hub and push the stub axle 11 of the e fix wheel into the wheel receiver 13 and then the socket 10 of the e fix wheel into the torque plug 12 i The e fix wheel must be engaged to attach it to the wheelchair e Check whether the e fix wheel can be pulled out of the wheel receiver 13 without pressing the releasing device 4 If so the e fix wheel is not sitting correctly in the wheel receiver 13 and needs to be inserted again as described previously Attach the second e fix wheel on the
3. 63 Attaching the control unit to the swivel arm Slide the control unit 9 into the sliding part 63 and secure it by pulling the locking lever 64 e Reconnect the plug 23 of the control unit to the battery see chapter 5 1 Before inserting the plug 23 into the socket 29 of the battery AN pack ensure that both parts are clean and there are no metallic particles on them If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them media bank cards or similar items The control unit plug 23 is magnetic Therefore prevent the plug AN coming into contact with medical implants electronic storage The swivel arm can be fitted to virtually all wheelchair models Your spe cialist dealer can provide more detailed information O 9 30 28 06 14 ATTENDANT CONTROL ACTIVE y Appendix C Intuitive attendant control The intuitive attendant control hereinafter called attendant control takes full control of the e fix and may only be used by someone accompanying the wheelchair user Under no circumstances may the wheelchair user themselves operate attendant control The indi vidual components are installed by Alber or by the authorised specialist dealer 1 Connecting the attendant control Switch off the wheelchair user s control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Connect the plug 3 of the intuitive attendant co
4. Such objects might activate the control lever or trigger the sensors so that the wheelchair is inadvertently set into motion Before inserting the plug 3 into the socket 2 ensure that both parts are clean and there are no metallic particles on them If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them The attendant control plug 3 is magnetic Therefore prevent the plug coming into contact with medical implants electronic storage media bank cards or similar items Appendix D Opti Box 1 Connection for the speed stop limit switch A speed stop limit switch provides the option of regulating the speed depending on the switch position Wheelchairs with stand up and lift function can for example reduce the speed of these two positions or block travel When you first insert the speed stop limit switch the speed is reduced to 50 of the maximum speed When the switch is closed the e fix continues to travel at maximum speed The reduced speed can be modified by your specialist dealer 2 24 Volt 5 amp power supply Connection option for an external power supply Caution Do not fully drain batteries using external consumers The power supply is not suitable for permanently operating vital devices 3 Plug for connecting external control systems This enables the e fix to communicate with external control systems 4 Connection for an external
5. The safety and well being of the driver is top priority It is therefore imperative to understand the driving characteristics Your specialist dealer or Alber agent will help you in this regard with a complimentary device training session Observe the information safety instructions and hazard information of your wheelchair manufacturer This also applies to driving with the e fix Start your first driving attempts with caution and start your driving training on level ground Take your driver training in areas without obstacles Always adapt your speed to external conditions to be able for example to drive around any obstacles that suddenly appear or to stop your wheelchair Never immediately push the joystick to its maximum position when starting off This may result in the wheelchair moving uncontrollably risk of accident Move the joystick gently and not jerkily Avoid jerking the joystick to its full extent especially in potentially hazardous situations that you wish to avoid Brake the e fix carefully in advance until it stops When releasing the joystick your wheelchair will gently brake If you need to brake suddenly immediate stop then press the joystick briefly in the opposite direction to which you are travelling and then release it Only brake the e fix using the joystick control Never grip the wheel push rims for support Before using the e fix to drive up or down a slope practice operating the device on level ground Al
6. 240 V Never attempt to disassemble or modify the charger Do not cover the charger during the charging process or place any objects on top of the device Never subject cable and plug to any pressure Overstretching or bending the cable pinching cables between a wall and a window frame or placing heavy objects on a cable or a plug may result in electric shock or fire Never connect the two terminals of the charging cable to any metal objects Ensure that the plug is firmly inserted in the socket Do not touch the mains plug or the charging cable plug with wet hands Do not use the plug of the charger and or the mains plug if they are wet or dirty Before inserting them clean the plugs using a dry cloth Once the charging process is complete first disconnect the plug of the charger from the socket and then disconnect the charging plug from the socket on the battery pack Ensure that after disconnecting the charger no moisture can get into the battery socket 29 and that there are no metallic particles If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them 3 Before and after charging ensure that the charger plug 33 and the sockets 29 on the battery pack are clean storage media bank cards or similar items The charger plug is magnetic Therefore prevent the plugs coming into contact with medical implants electronic 4 9 Safety instructions for the battery pack Before using the e fix for the first time the b
7. 4 for their features With the exception of the TOUR user mode all modes are shown in the display The following symbols mean 56 57 58 59 60 50 The symbol is displayed as soon as the Bluetooth module has been activated see chapter 5 3 7 51 The symbol is automatically displayed as soon as the spotlight see chapter 5 2 4 is switched on using button 15 52 Displays the kilometres travelled since the start or the last RESET 53 Current time needs to be pre set see chapter 5 3 7 54 Visual indication of the capacity of the battery pack 55 Current date needs to be pre set see chapter 5 3 7 56 Distance that can still be travelled under ideal conditions and with the displayed residual capacity of the battery pack 57 Indication of the capacity of the battery pack in per cent 58 Bar display system is ready for use 59 Pre set user mode 60 Pre set maximum speed displays as a number and circular bar chart see chapter 5 2 6 Most of the displays in the user screen are presented in a white colour on a black back ground The displays 54 59 and 60 appear in a green colour If the battery pack achieves a residual capacity of 20 per cent the displays 54 59 and 60 are shown in orange from 10 per cent the residual capacity is shown in red In both cases the bar display 58 appears across the full width of the screen and the range is no longer displayed in symbol 56 The
8. EMI from sources such as radio and TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones can affect powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered wheelchair movement which could result in serious injury 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication devices such as cellular phones while the powered wheelchair is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the powered wheelchair may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources Note There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair and 5 Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby Important Information 20 volts per meter V m is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI as of May 1994 the higher the level the greater the protection All alber power drives have an immunity level of 20 V m adventure has an immunity level of even 30 V m IT IS
9. VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTRO MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR Electromagnetic Interference EMI From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters in this text both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs may be suscep tible to electromagnetic interference EMI which is interfering electromagnetic energie EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones The interference from radio wave sources can cause the powered wheelchair to release its brakes move by itself or move in unintended direc tions It can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair s control system The intensity of the interfering EM energy can be measured in volts per meter V m Each powered wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain intensity This is called its immunity level The higher the immunity level the greater the protection There are a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sour ces are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by fol lowing the warnings listed below your risk to EMI will be minimized The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the anten
10. When travelling on public roads and pavements in the Federal Republic of Germany the provisions of the German Road Traffic Regula tions and the Road Traffic Licensing Regulation must be observed In other countries the national provisions applicable there must be observed The e fix is only intended for transporting persons with restricted mobility and must not be misused for example by children playing with it or by transporting goods Operating the e fix in the vicinity of strong magnetic fields such as those induced by holding solenoids transformers tomographs etc is prohibited Avoid travelling using the e fix in adverse conditions for example in storms hail and in high undergrowth After using the e fix make sure that you Switch off the e fix when not in use to prevent inadvertently triggering drive pulses when the joystick is touched and to prevent the battery pack from discharging completely Whenever the wheelchair is idle activate the parking brakes Recharge the battery pack of your e fix as soon as possible after each trip 3 4 Obstacles As far as possible only negotiate obstacles e g kerbs in reverse Please refer to the wheelchair operating manual for the maximum permitted obstacle height Caution when negotiating obstacles in reverse the Alber anti tippers cannot be guaranteed to be fully functional For this reason drive slowly and carefully in reverse until the e fix wheels touch the obstacle Now carefully n
11. and hazard warnings for driving The use of the e fix for any of the following purposes is deemed to be misuse by Alber GmbH Use of the device that contravenes the instructions and recommendations in this operating manual e Exceeding the technical limits laid down in this operating manual e Technical modification to the e fix Attachment and or use of parts and accessories that have not been supplied or approved by Alber GmbH Damage resulting from using the device improperly e use by a person who has not been instructed in the handling of the device use that contravenes the instructions and recommendations in this operating manual exceeding the technical limits laid down in this operating manual shall not be deemed by Alber GmbH as part of the company s liability Before using the e fix carefully read all safety and hazard information contained in the individual chapters of this operating manual 1 4 Signs and symbols Important tips and information are identified in this operating manual as follows Indicates tips and special information pu Warning against possible hazards to your safety and health and indication of possible injury risks Warning EN against possible technical problems or damage Observe these indications and warnings at all times to avoid injury to people and damage to the product The symbols used on the labels see chapter 10 and in some parts of this operating manual are explained in the f
12. chapter 6 In these cases reduce your speed and if possible avoid travelling downhill 4 7 General information on charging the battery pack Do not charge the battery pack in the presence or vicinity of flammable liquids or gases In the unlikely event of the battery pack overheating or catching on fire you must ensure that the battery does not come into con tact with water or other liquids The only suitable extinguishing agent that is recommended by the battery manufacturers is sand Do not carry out the charging process in rooms where moisture may affect the battery pack Never charge the battery pack at temperatures below 0 C or above 40 C If you attempt a charging process outside of this temperature range the charging process will be automatically aborted 4 8 Safety instructions for the battery charger and the charging process Switch off the system before starting the charging process If the battery pack is being charged directly on the wheelchair the wheel chair should be secured using its parking brakes to prevent it inadvertently rolling away Only use the charger included by Alber to charge the battery pack The charging process ends automatically when the battery pack is fully charged This avoids overcharging Do not use any other charger than the one supplied by Alber Do not charge any other batteries with the charger only charge the e fix battery pack If the e fix is not going to be used for an extended period
13. other side of the wheelchair e Check the colour displayed in the viewing panel 3 of the e fix wheel The colours green or red indicate the respective set operating mode The following indications mean green the wheel is engaged motorised operation is active red the wheel is disengaged motorised operation is not possible The wheel needs to be moved manually For more details regarding the operating modes see chapter 6 To change the operating mode you need to rotate the coupling ring 5 by about 40 degrees around its axis until it stops In these few steps you have attached the e fix wheels to your wheelchair To start motorised travel you need to select the green operating mode on the e fix wheel and then switch on the system using the control unit see chapter 5 2 1 The system needs to be switched off before attaching the e fix wheels to the wheelchair The e fix wheels must not be able to be removed from the wheel receiver 13 without pressing the releasing device 4 Driving is only permitted with e fix wheels that are correctly engaged in the wheel receiver 13 Before every trip check that your wheelchair parking brakes 6 are working correctly These need to be correctly adjusted to the e fix wheels and be able to prevent the wheelchair inadvertently rolling away at any time 2 2 Switching on the system If the two e fix wheels as described in chapter 2 1 have been correctly attached to your
14. product uncover any defects and if necessary initiate steps repairs that will restore the product to proper working order Section 6 of the MPBetreibV stipulates that the manufacturer has to specify an interval at which this STK is to be performed which must not exceed 2 years with regard to the products listed in Annex 1 of the MPBetreibV Based on our market observations an interval of 2 years has proven reasonable for products used as mobility aids that are used under normal operating conditions This guideline value of 2 years may vary with the product s respective degree of utilisation and the behaviour of the user Checking the degree of utilisation and the user behaviour is the responsibility of the operator In any case we strongly recommend that you clarify beforehand to what extent the cost of the STK is covered by your health insurance provider especially with regard to any existing contracts 7 4 Disposal This device its battery pack and accessories are durable products They might however contain substances that are hazardous to the environment if the parts are disposed of in locations e g landfills that are not destined for the disposal of such materials according to the applicable statutory regulations The product is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002 96 EC WEEE Directive with a crossed out rubbish bin symbol reminding you that it must be recycled SS Please protect the environment and return
15. the product at the end of its service life to your local recycling centre As this product is not covered by the regulations of the WEEE Directive in all European countries please inform yourself of the applicable waste disposal regulations in your country In Germany the product is for instance classified as a transport vehicle and thus not covered by the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act implementing the WEEE Directive Alternatively return the e fix to your authorised specialist dealer or Alber GmbH for proper and environmentally safe disposal 8 Warranty guarantee and liability 8 1 Warranty for defects Alber guarantees that the e fix is free of defects at the time of delivery This warranty expires 24 months after the date of delivery of the e fix 8 2 Guarantee of durability Alber provides a 24 month durability warranty for your e fix The durability guarantee does not include Devices whose serial numbers have been tampered with or removed Wear parts such as tyres operating elements and the spokes Defects caused by normal wear incorrect handling including non compliance with the instructions in this operating manual accidents reckless damage damage caused by fire water force majeure and other events that are outside the control of Ulrich Alber GmbH Parts that may need to be serviced or replaced as part of normal use e g tyre change Device inspection without detection of a fault or defect 8 3 Liability Albe
16. viewing panel 3 Switch on the system see chapter 5 2 1 The e fix is now ready for motorised operation the drive wheels to increase the range If you are travelling downhill with a fully charged or almost fully charged battery pack and the battery pack cannot take up any more power this is indicated by a warning in the control unit display see table in chapter 6 If power continues to be fed into the battery pack the electronic system automatically reduces the speed by 60 per cent If power consumption increases if for example you are travelling on level ground or uphill the e fix can accelerate to the selected maximum speed As soon as the charging process has finished you can also accelerate for a short time when driving on level ground i When going downhill power is fed back into the battery pack from The e fix cannot be pushed manually in motorised operation The e fix must only be used at temperatures between 25 C and 50 C Therefore do not expose the e fix to any heat sources such as intense sunlight as this may cause surfaces to reach high tem peratures periods of time This could cause the motor to heat up and in an extreme case not be able to operate at full power Even plastic parts age quicker under intense sunlight Ey When not in use do not expose your e fix to strong sunlight for long 2 6 4 Range All e fix users are interested in the range of the system In general this is
17. with connection cable 23 Immobiliser key 24 This operating manual is available for download on our website www alber de If you require a version that is written in a larger font contact our Alber Service Center 2 Starting up The e fix components and any accessories you ordered will be fitted to your wheelchair by Alber or your specialist dealer and delivered so that they are ready for operation Therefore both sides of your wheelchair have new brackets 1 with wheel receivers for the two e fix wheels to be inserted see chapter 2 Please keep the manual wheelchair wheels you have used until now so that they can be used again if needed The e fix control unit should have already been set up by your specialist dealer to your local language If this is not the case you will be prompted when you first start up the device to set the local language see chapter 5 4 On delivery of your e fix your specialist dealer will show you how to operate the system and any accessories you ordered You will also be given this operating manual which in addition to the technical information also contains important driving instructions The brackets 1 must be attached to the wheelchair by Alber or its authorised specialist dealers Regularly check the brackets 1 to ensure that they are firmly secured to the wheelchair If a screw connection has become loose E contact your authorised specialist dealer to have it retightened
18. 017 i i iU EN 4046727166106 System label on the interface The system label provides information on the key technical data of the e fix and makes it possible if necessary to trace the system Please specify the system number when exchanging a device as part of the Alber exchange parts pool The system label is on the front of the interface Safety inspection label The label should remind you when your next safety inspection is due It is on the inside of the battery holder 7 Component label The label is attached to the e fix wheels the control unit on the reverse of the battery holder the battery pack and the charger Please specify the component number of the battery charger number in the middle of the label shown by an arrow in the adjacent diagram when replacing the component within the Alber exchange parts pool Bitte vergessen Sie nicht die Akku Packs nach jedem Gebrauch nachzuladen um deren volle Leistungsfahigkeit zu erhalten Please make sure that the battery packs are recharged after each partial discharge ie after each use to maintain their full capacity Typ Lithium Ionen Akku Pack 10INMCR19 66 3 Type Lithium Ion battery pack 10INMCR19 66 3 Auslaufsicher Nonspillable battery Nennspannung 36 V Rated voltage 36 V Nennkapazitat 7 5 Ah Rated capacity 7 5 Ah Nennenergie 270 Wh Rated energy 270 Wh Betriebstemperatur 25 C 50 C Operating temperature 13 F 122 F
19. If the required parameter has been activated it needs to be saved now Press button 15 on the control unit to save it Select further menus or press button 17 again to return to the user screen User mode features TOUR Standard settings not shown in the user screen in position 59 ECO reduced acceleration and deceleration values SPORT dynamic tuning of acceleration and turning performance CUSTOM only active if the user features parameters have been customised in the service menu by your specialist dealer If CUSTOM is active the other user modes are deactivated Please contact your specialist dealer if you would like to change the features 5 3 5 Display menu Select the display menu and press the menu function button 16 to access the associated sub menu The sub menu lists the parameters daily kilometres range time date and start screen Move the joystick 14 forwards or backwards to move the parameters through a black bar on the display The parameter highlighted by the black bar is activated by moving the joystick 14 to the left or right or pressing button 16 When the parameter is active a ticked square is displayed to the left of the parameter All parameters can be activated or deactivated If one or more parameters have been activated they need to be saved Press button 15 on the control unit to do this Select further menus or press button 17 again to return to the user screen 5 3 6 Reset d
20. Ladetemperatur 0 C 40 C Charging temperature 32 F 104 F Kurzschluss vermeiden Avoid short circuit Nur Original Ladeger t gem Gebrauchsanweisung verwenden Use only the original battery charger provided with the unit according to the operating instructions Beachten Sie die Hinweise zum Laden und A zum Transport in der Gebrauchsanweisung For charging and transportation read operating instructions Alber GmbH Vor dem Wei en Stein 21 72461 Albstadt Germany Phone 49 7432 2006 0 Fax 49 7432 2006 299 Battery pack labelling The information shown in the accompanying diagram is engraved on the reverse of the battery pack or attached as a sticker Appendix A Anti tippers As your wheelchair may already be equipped with anti tippers Alber anti tippers are only offered as optional accessories The use of original anti tippers is subject to the instructions and safety information that apply to their use and are provided by the manu facturer When using Alber anti tippers two further brackets are fitted to your wheelchair in which the anti tippers are inserted The following instructions and safety precautions apply Fitting and removing Alber anti tippers Switch off the e fix wheels before fitting the anti tippers Remove the quickpin 70 from the bracket mounting fork 71 by pressing on the pin with your thumb whilst pulling it out using your index and middle finger Push the c
21. about 16 km with a standard built in battery pack 6 Ah about 22 km for a battery pack of 7 5 Ah These are ideal values and relate to flat paved terrain Deviations may occur based on topographical conditions the ambient temperature the surface being driven on the tyre pressure of the front wheels the frame geometry the weight of the wheelchair the user weight and the type of drive wheels used 3 Safety instructions and precautions when driving with the e fix 3 1 General instructions Before setting off check that the parking brakes 6 of your wheelchair have been adjus ted to the e fix wheels and therefore inadvertent rolling away is prevented If this is not the case please contact your Alber authorised specialist dealer and have the brakes readjusted The e fix wheels are controlled by the control unit joystick see chapter 5 2 3 When the system is switched on each actuation of the joystick is converted into a drive command This relates to moving both forwards and backwards as well as accelerating and braking We recommend that you have a short driver training session when you first receive your e fix This enables you to become familiar with the drive and all its possibilities The e fix wheels could also be used as manual push rim wheels when switched off see chapter 2 6 2 Only the additional weight of the wheels needs to be considered when starting off and braking 3 2 Information on driver training
22. aily kilometres menu Select the reset daily kilometres menu and press the menu function button 16 to access the associated sub menu The sub menu displays the reset daily kilometres screen which indicates the kilo metres travelled Press button 15 of the control unit to reset the daily kilometre counter to zero or button 17 to return to the user mode menu without resetting the daily kilometre counter Select further menus or press button 17 again to return to the user screen 9 30 Setting Select 28 06 14 Back 5 3 7 Setting menu Select the setting menu and press the menu function button 16 This takes you to a sub menu with the settings Screen brightness Bluetooth Lang selection Date Time Signal tone Units and Programming Each of these options has an associated sub menu in which you can apply the settings described in the following As already described in the previous chapters parameters can be specified and activated or deactivated using the joystick Similarly as you already know you can navigate and save parameters using buttons 15 save 16 jump to a sub menu and 17 go back a level without saving Screen brightness sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can reduce or increase the brightness of the screen displays Bluetooth sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can turn the receive Bluetooth signals function on or off The
23. art up Do not touch the joystick when switching the system on 104 Attendant control communication fault Switch the system off and then on again 105 Attendant control button was pressed on start up Switch the system off and then on again 108 Attendant control collision protection was activated Deactivate attendant control 109 Switch the system off and then on again M10 Check electronics drive failure Switch the system off and then on again M11 Swap the two wheels from the left to the right and from the right to the left hand side M12 Drive voltage range error Switch the system off and then on again M13 Swap the two wheels from the left to the right and from the right to the left hand side If the error changes from M13 to M12 Swap the wheels again M14 Drive temperature range error Reduce your speed M15 Let the drives cool down Swap the two wheels from the left to the right and from the right to the left hand side M16 to Drive overload error The load is too high for the drives Prevent overloading M19 M20 to Check electronics drive failure Switch the system off and then on again M51 Swap the two wheels from the left to the right and from the right to the left hand side M52 Right drive disengaged Engage the right wheel M53 Left drive disengaged Engage the left wheel M54 Left and right drive disengaged Engage both wheels M55 High drive temperature Reduce your speed M56 Let the drives
24. ated If you are not yet familiar with the e fix and its driving characteristics you should start by reducing the maximum speed to a minimum using the rotary switch 22 see chapter 5 2 6 Using the joystick 14 you can now start the two e fix wheels moving However make sure you have read the safety instructions and precautions in chapter 3 If the switched on wheels do not move the system will automatically cut off after 10 minutes For details see chapter 5 5 If after switching the system on you see an entirely different dis play to the one shown here there is an error Chapter 6 contains a list of these with error codes on the control unit see chapter 5 4 In this menu you can set which language you wish the information in the display to be shown i The language selection menu only appears the first time you switch gu 9 30 28 06 14 DISTANCE Ta 0 5 RANGE L PT 50 SPORT 5 2 2 Switching off the system Once you have completed your trip and you will not be using your wheelchair for a long period of time you should always disconnect the e fix Firstly this saves energy and secondly the e fix is not inadvertently deployed by accidentally touching the joystick e Press button 19 The control unit is switched off the display 18 disappears Apply the parking brake of your wheelchair so that it cannot roll away 5 2 3 Driving with the joysti
25. ation of the wheelchair e g maximum climbing capability maximum permissible height of obstacles max user weight etc must also be observed when using the e fix e The e fix must only be used at temperatures between 25 C and 50 C Therefore do not expose the e fix to any heat sources such as intense sunlight as this may cause surfaces to reach high temperatures Avoid using the wheelchair on soft ground e g loose chipping sand mud snow ice or deep puddles e Particularly observe the safety instructions and precautions from chapter 3 When not in use do not expose your e fix to strong sunlight for long periods of time This could cause the motor to heat up and in an extreme case not be able to operate at full power Even plastic parts age quicker under intense sunlight 1 6 Standard scope of delivery Two e fix wheels Control unit including handrest Control unit bracket Battery pack Battery holder for the battery pack incl motor supply lines e Battery charger e This operating manual e Immobiliser key The wheelchair must have special brackets to attach the e fix wheels If it does not please contact your specialist dealer or an Alber representative 1 7 Optional accessories Intuitive attendant control Anti tippers Swivel arm for the control unit e Spoke cover e Opti Box External charger socket Speed Stop Speed limit switch External On Off switch Various joystick options Bumper bar
26. attery pack should be fully charged The e fix must only be used at temperatures between 25 C and 50 C Never charge the battery pack at temperatures below 0 C or above 40 C If you attempt a charging process outside of this temperature range the charging process will be automatically aborted The battery pack must not be exposed to heat e g radiators or fire External heat exposure can lead to the battery pack exploding In the unlikely event of the battery pack overheating or catching on fire you must ensure that the battery pack does not come into contact with water or other liquids The only suitable extinguishing agent that is recommended by the cell manufacturers is sand Your e fix uses power in all operating modes Therefore if possible fully charge the battery pack after every use The battery pack housing must not be opened or taken apart Improper opening or wilful destruction carries a danger of serious injury In addition opening the battery voids any warranty claim Never connect the battery pack socket 29 to metallic objects or ensure that the contacts do not come into contact with metallic objects for example with metal filings If the socket 29 is dirty clean it with a clean and dry cloth Never immerse the battery pack in water If damaged or defective the battery pack must be checked Please contact your specialist dealer to learn about the proper procedure that must be used for returns and repairs see also c
27. be transported by plane or carried as hand luggage or hold baggage If your battery pack is defective take it personally to your specialist dealer as shipping lithium ion batteries by post or other carriers is subject to strict rules and regulations Once again we recommend that you contact your specialist dealer As transport regulations may change annually we strongly recommend that you consult your travel operator airline or shipping line before you set out on your trip in order to learn about the current applicable regulations i Make sure you keep the packaging container of the battery pack in case you need to transport it i Discuss the necessary measures with your specialist dealer before sending the battery pack 63 54 90 57 60 5 Control unit Buttons and a joystick on the control unit enable you to activate and deactivate various functions and settings In this respect the diagrams of individual display screens shown in the following operating instructions may differ from the actual displays of your control unit An audible signal will also sound with various display screens but only if this function has been activated see chapter 5 3 7 5 1 Fitting and removing the control unit A holder 65 has been fitted to your wheelchair to secure the control unit Push the guide rail 62 fitted to the underside of the control un
28. ck The e fix is driven using the joystick 14 by means of which the driver can determine the speed and the direction of travel Even slightly moving the joystick in the required travel direction starts travel at low 23 speed This increases the further the joystick is extended The pre set maximum speed see chapter 5 5 is achieved by fully extending the joystick When travelling in reverse the speed is automatically reduced to 50 per cent for safety reasons In the display 18 the speed is shown in position 60 as follows the pre set speed as a green bar chart and briefly as a green number current speed when driving as a white number When travelling in reverse 0 km h is displayed as a white number Start your first travelling attempt at a low speed to get used to the driving characteristics of the e fix maximum speed in particular in difficult driving conditions and in indoor use to prevent accidents E Adapt the speed to the respective travelling situations Reduce the 5 2 4 Spotlight On the underside of the control unit there is a spotlight 21 This enables items that are located relatively close to the control unit to be illuminated The spotlight is switched on or off by briefly pressing button 15 the area around the control unit When travelling at night in public road traffic you must adhere to the national provisions of the respective country and attach lights to your wheelchair if applicable Dy The sp
29. cool down S10 Cannot communicate with the wheel Switch the system off and then on again 11 Swap the two wheels from the left to the right and from the right to the left hand side If the error changes from S10 to 11 Swap the wheels again 12 Cannot communicate with the battery pack Switch the system off take the control unit plug out of the battery pack and take the battery pack out of the interface Then insert the battery pack back into the interface and connect the control unit S13 No system communication e Check all plug connections S15 Communication was interrupted during travel e Check all plug connections Switch the system off and then on again If an error code appears in the display that is not listed in the table switch the e fix off and on again If an error is not resolved by doing this please contact your specialist dealer Depending on the type of error the affected components may need to be sent to Alber for repair 7 Care safety inspections maintenance and disposal 7 1 Care Water ingress can destroy the drive For this reason do not clean the individual components of the e fix under running water or with a high pressure cleaner Ensure that no liquid or moisture reaches the wheel hub Cleaning the e fix is therefore a task that must be carried out with special care Please observe the following instructions in particular Clean the surface of the wheels with a dry or slightly damp clo
30. dix E Attendant control unit 44 4 7 General information on charging the battery pack 20 4 8 Safety instructions for the battery charger and the charging process 20 4 9 Safety instructions for the battery pack 21 4 10 Storing the battery pack 21 4 11 Safety instructions and precautions on how to transport and ship the battery pack 21 5 Control unit 22 5 1 Fitting and removing the control unit 22 5 2 Control unit functions 22 5 2 1 Switching on the system 22 5 2 2 Switching off the system 23 5 2 3 Driving with the joystick 23 5 2 4 Spotlight 23 This operating manual provides information about the products e e fix E35 up to 120 kg user weight size of wheels 22 or 24 puncture proof e e fix E36 up to 160 kg user weight size of wheels 24 puncture proof both called e fix in the following 41 0001 4 99 01 As of 08 12 2014 1 Introduction 1 1 Important safety notes please observe carefully at all times The e fix is an add on drive for wheelchairs For safety reasons it must only be operated by persons who have been instructed in its handling can move and coordinate both hands or arms without major restrictions e have the physical and mental ability to safely operate the wheelchair with the e fix wheels attached to it in all possible situations and in the event of the e fix wheels failing to work the user is able to brake the wheelchair and stop safely A one to one instruction session on handling and o
31. e chipping sand mud snow ice or deep puddles Never leave the e fix unattended even if it is switched off The e fix may be adversely affected by strong electromagnetic fields Under certain circumstances the e fix may interfere with other electrical equipment such as anti shoplifting barriers in department stores You must not use the e fix on escalators or moving walkways When travelling do not suddenly change the direction of travel to left or right at maximum speed as this could cause the wheelchair to tip sideways Reduce your speed when going round a corner If you intend to stop in your wheelchair on an uphill or downhill slope your wheelchair must be parked across this slope and the park ing brakes activated After every trip or when your wheelchair is idle activate the parking brakes to prevent the chair inadvertently rolling away Do not travel across downhill slopes Do not reach into the spokes of the e fix wheels when travelling or into the front wheels of your wheelchair Apply your e fix brake carefully and adapt your speed accordingly i e not suddenly When travelling in a vehicle only sit in the vehicle s installed seats with associated restraint systems Not complying with this guideline runs the risk of you and your co passengers being injured in an accident When travelling by vehicle secure your wheelchair and the e fix wheels according to the current applicable statutory requirements and legislation
32. e control unit display will show a visual error indication CODE on the left hand side and an error code on the right hand side code M52 in the accom As in some other areas just switching the control unit off and on again can sometimes resolve the displayed error The following table lists the error codes that are generally easy to resolve If the specified remedy does not resolve the problem and the error code continues to be displayed please contact your specialist dealer If an error appears in the control panel display that is not included in the following table please also contact your specialist dealer Display Fault Remedy B10 Energy recovery is not possible because the battery pack Switch the system off and then on again has too much power e If possible continue driving uphill B11 Energy recovery too high speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving downhill B12 Energy recovery high Reduce your speed and avoid driving downhill B13 Discharge current too high Switch the system off and then on again Continue to drive carefully B14 Discharge current too high speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving uphill B15 Discharge current high Reduce your speed and avoid driving uphill B16 to Battery pack voltage is too low e Charge the battery pack B18 B19 to Voltage in the battery pack is too high during recovery Switch the syste
33. e plug of the charger 33 is correctly connected to the battery pack If charging cannot be continued and the red LED 28 is still illuminated there is a seri ous fault Contact your specialist dealer immediately i The control unit cannot be switched off during charging If the battery pack is on the wheelchair for charging switch off the system before starting the charging process and secure the wheel chair using its parking brakes against inadvertently rolling away If the e fix is not going to be used for an extended period more than one day the battery pack should not be left charging Disconnect the charger from the mains socket first before discon necting it from the battery pack Before using the device always check the charge status of the battery pack This should be fully charged at the start of your trip 4 6 Energy recovery recuperation When braking and especially when travelling downhill energy is recovered If this lasts more than two seconds the control unit display shows the illustrated graphic symbol at position 65 If the battery pack is already charged to more than 90 energy is not recovered Energy recovery automatically switches on again as soon as the battery capacity drops below 90 In extreme cases for example when travelling downhill with a fully charged battery increased energy recovery may occur which will be shown as error code B10 B11 or B12 in the control panel display see also table in
34. easing device 4 located at the centre of the wheel hub and carefully pull the e fix wheel off the wheelchair Once both wheels have been removed you can replace the anti tippers to their original position as described in the appendix of this operating manual Without Alber anti tippers lift your wheelchair by its push handles Press the releasing device 4 located at the centre of the wheel hub and carefully pull the e fix wheel off the wheelchair Proceed in accordance with instructions provided by the manufacturer of your anti tippers i The e fix wheel must be engaged to remove it from the wheelchair 2 5 Transporting and storing the wheels as vehicle luggage Before removing the e fix wheels the control unit must be switched off When laying the e fix wheels down or setting them aside take care of the stub axle 11 and the socket 10 on the rear of the wheel Neither part should be damaged To transport the wheelchair follow the instructions of the wheelchair manufacturer You might need to secure the wheelchair or certain components We recommend always removing the e fix wheels from the wheelchair and transporting them individually Y The wheels should be stored or transported on their front side on the push rims or standing up During transport the e fix wheels must be properly secured so that they do not pose a risk to the driver or passengers in the event of a
35. egotiate the obstacle It is up to you to decide whether to enlist the help of another person 3 5 Danger areas and hazardous situations The wheelchair driver must decide in each case whether it is safe to use the e fix for the intended trip based on factors such as driving experience and physical strength Before undertaking a trip check the e fix wheels for damage and proper inflation Also check the charge status of the battery pack and that the warning signal on the control unit is working correctly These safety checks and the personal experience of the wheelchair user are of particular importance in or near the following danger areas the navigation of which is left to the judgement and risk of the e fix user Quay walls berths and marinas paths and areas near water bridges and dykes without railings Narrow footpaths steep slopes e g ramps and driveways narrow paths along slopes mountain paths Narrow and or steep inclined paths along main and side roads or near precipices Paths covered with leaves snow or ice Ramps and lifting platforms of vehicles When driving around bends turning the wheelchair or driving uphill or downhill the centre of gravity of the wheelchair may be shifted so that there is a risk that the wheelchair may tip over to the side Therefore proceed with extreme caution and reduce the speed of the add on drive Special caution is required when crossing roads and at crossroads and level railway cro
36. en manually adjusting or activating As a res ult of the necessarily high spring force there is a crushing hazard between the holding rod 73 and the clamping piece 72 Fl Caution must be exercised when moving or collapsing the anti tip Appendix B Swivel arm for the control unit To make it easier to drive up to the table edge we recommend fitting the optional swivel arm This enables the control unit to be swivelled out away from its original position Press the cap 74 and swivel the control unit 9 completely to the side Swivel the control unit 9 to return it to its initial position the cap 74 lifts up and automatically locks the pivoting mechanism By releasing the locking lever 64 you can move the control unit within the sliding part 29 a little more lengthways as required After setting the best position for you the control unit needs to be fixed in the sliding part 63 by pulling the locking lever 64 Ifthe swivel arm 75 is entirely removed together with the control unit 9 you can take it out of the holder 65 However first remove the plug 23 of the control unit from the battery see chapter 4 2 Removing the control unit from the swivel arm Swivel the control unit 9 to the side Take the plug 23 of the control unit out of the battery see chapter 4 2 Release the locking lever 64 and slide the control unit 9 out of the sliding part
37. en shows the language selection menu illustrated in the adjacent diagram with Deutsch German dis played Moving the joystick 14 to the left or right displays the available language variants in the selection field 61 of the display When the language you require is displayed you need to press button 15 on the control unit This permanently saves the selected language You are then taken auto matically back to the user menu By pressing button 17 you can skip the language selection However when you next start up the system the language selection will be displayed again You can change the selected language at any time see chapter 5 3 7 for more details switch on the control unit If you have any problems setting the language please contact your specialist dealer If you did not save any language when you first started up the e fix the language selection screen will be displayed again when you next 5 5 User parameters The control unit software contains various user parameters which your specialist dealer can adjust to your individual needs and requirements If the user features have been customised to your individual requirements the user mode menu see chapter 5 3 4 and the user screen indicate CUSTOM In this case you cannot select any other user modes m Wheels uncoupled Couple both drives panying example M52 2 28 06 14 6 Warnings and error messages In the event of a malfunction th
38. enu 28 1 7 Optional accessories 5 5 4 Setting the local language when starting up 1 8 The main elements at a glance 5 the e fix for the first time 30 2 Starting up 6 5 5 User parameters 30 2 1 Installing the wheels 7 6 Warnings and error messages 31 2 2 Switching on the system 8 7 Care safety inspections maintenance and disposal 33 2 3 Switching off the system 8 7 1 Care 33 2 4 Removing the wheels 8 7 2 Re use 33 2 5 Transporting and storing the wheels as vehicle luggage 9 7 3 Maintenance safety inspections 33 2 6 Additional instructions on driving mode 10 7 4 Disposal 33 2 6 1 Travelling using the manual wheelchair wheels 10 8 Warranty guarantee and liability 34 2 6 2 Travelling with the e fix wheels in pushing mode 10 8 1 Warranty for defects 34 2 6 3 Travelling with the e fix wheels in motorised operation 11 8 2 Guarantee of durability 34 2 6 4 Range 11 8 3 Liability 34 3 Safety instructions and precautions when driving 9 Technical data 35 with the e fix 12 10 Labels 36 3 1 General instructions 12 3 2 Information on driver training 12 3 3 Safety instructions 13 3 4 Obstacles 14 3 5 Danger areas and hazardous situations 14 Appendix 4 Battery pack 16 Appendix A Anti tippers 38 4 1 Displays on the battery pack 16 Appendix B Swivel arm for the control unit 41 4 3 Removing the battery pack 17 Appendix C Intuitive attendant control 42 4 5 Charging the battery pack 18 Appendix D Opti Box 44 4 6 Energy recovery recuperation 19 Appen
39. ery holder 0 7 kg 0 7 kg Total weight 18 9 kg 19 3 kg Wheel tyres of e fix E35 Name Model and type Size inches Air pressure in bar and kPa Schwalbe Downtown HS 342 Active Line black grey 22 x 1 3 8 or puncture proof wired 24 x 1 3 8 Wheel tyres of e fix E36 Name Model and type Size inches Air pressure in bar and kPa Schwalbe Marathon Plus HS 440 Evolution Line black grey 24 x 1 3 8 min 6 0 max 10 0 bar wired min 600 max 1000 kPa The range depends on the terrain and the prevailing driving conditions The specified maximum range is valid for optimum travel condi tions level terrain a newly recharged battery pack ambient temperature of 20 C smooth travel etc We expect that the estimated service life of this product is five years on average provided that the product is used as intended and main tained and serviced in accordance with all instructions specified in the operating manual This service life can be extended by handling servicing maintaining and using the product with care and if there are no technical limitations that arise from further developments in science and technology However the service life may also be reduced significantly by excessive or improper use The service life required by the applicable standards shall not be deemed an additional guarantee Battery charger For technical information and other information on charging please refer to the
40. essories Ensure that the charger plug 33 and the sockets 29 on the bat tery pack are clean and that there are no metallic particles If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them 4 3 Removing the battery pack If the battery pack needs to be removed from the battery holder proceed as follows Switch off the system at the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Remove all the plugs that are in the battery pack e g the control unit plug 23 e Carefully pull the handle 25 of the battery pack upwards until it stops and at the same time remove the battery pack 8 from the battery holder 7 Set the battery pack 8 aside Please note the information on storage and transporta tion provided in chapters 4 10 and 4 11 e The battery holder 7 remains on the wheelchair Celer Edipo Ian kJ Gelb 4 4 Displays on the battery charger If the charger is connected by the mains plug 32 to a live socket 100 240 VAC the LED display 34 lights up green If the charger is disconnected from the mains the LED display 34 goes out The charging progress is shown in the LED displays on the battery pack see following chapter 4 5 Charging the battery pack The battery pack can remain on the wheelchair for charging or be removed Switch off the system at the control uni
41. f the battery Ihre Alber Vertretung Your Alber representative Votre repr sentation Alber Vostra rappresentanza Alber Su representaci n Alber Din Alber representant Din Alber agenturene Uw distributeur Alber Deres Alber repreesentation alber Alber GmbH Vor dem Wei en Stein 21 72461 Albstadt Tailfingen Telefon 49 0 7432 2006 0 Telefax 49 0 7432 2006 299 info alber de www alber de Alber GmbH Albstadt vwvww alber de
42. for the control unit Various battery packs We recommend using only original accessories supplied by Alber The e fix is designed in such a way that it performs best when using Alber original accessories Alber GmbH shall not be liable for damage to the product or accidents e g fires caused by a malfunction of non original accessories or spare parts The warranty does not cover repairs for damage caused by malfunction of non original accessories Alber GmbH will however carry out such repairs for you at a charge 1 8 The main elements at a glance please fold out overview drawing in document cover Wheelchair and e fix wheel Battery and battery holder Bracket on wheelchair 1 Handle 25 e fix wheel 2 Info button 26 Viewing panel on the e fix wheel 3 Capacity indication 27 Releasing device 4 Fault indication 28 Coupling ring 5 Socket for connecting the control unit Wheelchair parking brake 6 the attendant control and the charger 29 Battery holder 7 Insertion aid on the battery holder 30 Battery pack 8 Control unit 9 Charger Wheel socket 10 Charger 31 Stub axle 11 Charger mains plug 32 Torque plug 12 Charger plug 33 Wheel receiver 13 LED display 34 Control unit Joystick 14 On off button close range lighting 15 On off button menu function 16 On off button warning signal 17 Display 18 On off button entire system 19 Immobiliser 20 Lighting beneath the control unit 21 Rotary switch for preselecting the speed 22 Plug
43. function is not used at present Lang selection sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can set the language to be used in the display screens Date Time sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can navigate through the individual parameters By moving the joystick 14 forwards or backwards you increase or reduce the parameters You can only edit those parameters that are shown in the display in grey Signal tone sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can switch the control unit signal tones on or off Units sub menu By moving the joystick 14 to the left or right you can display the individual details in metric or imperial measurements Programming sub menu Your specialist dealer has exclusive access to this sub menu to modify or customise para meters relating to the user features of the e fix 61 Sprachauswahl lt 5 Deutsch gt 15 17 14 5 4 Setting the local language when starting up the e fix for the first time When starting up the e fix for the first time you need to set the required language This step is generally carried out by your specialist dealer before delivering the e fix If this is not the case proceed as follows Turn on the control unit by pressing the on off button 19 The display 18 first shows the Alber e fix start screen for about 3 seconds and th
44. hapter 4 11 If the battery pack is defective or damaged you must not use the e fix under any circumstances Contact your specialist dealer about a repair Always ensure that the battery pack is kept clean and dry 4 10 Storing the battery pack The service life of a battery pack is partly dependent on its storage location Therefore do not leave the battery pack or the e fix wheels in hot locations for prolonged periods In particular use the boot of a car parked in the sun only for transport rather than as a storage location Store the battery pack and the e fix wheels in a cool and dry location where they are safe from damage and unauthorised access To achieve the optimum service life store the battery pack at a temperature from 18 C to 23 C and at a humidity of 0 to 80 per cent The charge status under these conditions should be 50 per cent Do not expose the battery pack to moisture of any kind during storage water rainwater snow etc Before storing it charge the battery pack and check its charge status every month If necessary charge the battery pack if the charge status drops to below 50 per cent 4 11 Safety instructions and precautions on how to transport and ship the battery pack Lithium ion cells are used in the e fix battery pack Transport and shipping of the battery pack are therefore subject to all applicable statutory requirements which must be strictly observed For instance a defective battery pack must never
45. horised use by a third party Activating the immobiliser e Place the key 24 for about 2 seconds directly on the key symbol 20 on the control unit This activates the immobiliser and the message in the adjacent diagram Immob iliser active is shown in the display The e fix can no longer be operated The Immobiliser active message remains visible in the display until the e fix is directly switched off by you or by the automatic cut off However the immobiliser remains active When the e fix is switched on again the immobiliser which is still active is shown once again in the display Deactivating the immobiliser Place the key 24 for about 2 seconds directly on the key symbol 20 on the control unit This deactivates the immobiliser and the display returns to the user screen see chapter 5 3 2 The immobiliser is not an anti theft device because the drive wheels can be disengaged and the wheelchair can then be pushed away E 5 3 Control unit menus The parameters of most of the functions stored in the control unit program can be customised by the wheelchair user Other parameters including those that significantly influence the driving characteristics of the e fix can only be modified by your specialist dealer Your spe cialist dealer would be happy to advise you of the available options 5 3 1 Menu structure overview and associated buttons on the control unit alber e fix o Start sc
46. is 12 7 mm 1 2 You must not use manual wheelchair wheels with other stub axle E you may therefore need to readjust the parking brakes 6 diameters 2 6 2 Travelling with the e fix wheels in pushing mode In addition to motorised operation the e fix wheels can also be manually operated for example to push the wheelchair If your wheelchair is equipped with 12 inch wheels it should be pushed by an attendant Pushing mode is activated as follows Switch off the system at the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Turn the coupling ring 5 anticlockwise until it stops A red indicator will now be shown in the viewing panel 3 You are now in pushing mode and the wheelchair can be operated manually If you mistakenly try to control the e fix wheels in manual mode using the control unit an error message will be shown in the control unit display see chapter 6 When idle Ensure you activate the parking brakes 6 that are fitted to your wheelchair and adjusted to the e fix wheels This prevents the wheelchair inadvertently rolling away In pushing mode Using the e fix wheels in combination with a puller for example is not permitted Use the manual wheels of your wheelchair for this purpose 2 6 3 Travelling with the e fix wheels in motorised operation In motorised operation of the e fix its wheels must be engaged Turn the coupling ring 5 clockwise until it stops A green indicator will now be shown in the
47. it 9 into the sliding part 63 Secure the control unit 9 in the sliding part 63 using the locking lever 64 Insert the plug 23 of the control unit into the socket 29 of the battery pack The connection is locked automatically by a magnetic closure e The control unit is removed in the reverse sequence pack ensure that both parts are clean and there are no metallic particles on them If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them Before inserting the plug 23 in the socket 29 of the battery coming into contact with medical implants electronic storage The control unit plug 23 is magnetic Therefore prevent the plug AN media bank cards or similar items 5 2 Control unit functions 5 2 1 Switching on the system If the two e fix wheels have been correctly attached to your wheelchair as described in chapter 2 1 you can now switch on the system using the control unit 9 Do not touch the joystick or controls of the control unit when switching the system on If you do you will get an error message e Press the on off button 19 briefly The system is switched on and the Alber e fix start screen is shown in the display 18 for about 3 seconds The user screen illus trated in the adjacent diagram then appears see chapter 5 3 1 for the meaning of the symbols The left hand illustration may vary from the actual display on your control unit because functions may be activated or deactiv
48. lamping piece for the anti tipper 72 into the bracket mounting fork 16 Lock the bracket mounting fork 71 using the quickpin 70 To do this press the pin with your thumb and then push it fully into the bracket as far as it will go Check the quickpin 70 holds fast in the bracket mounting fork 71 It must not be able to be removed without pressing the releasing device Fit the second anti tipper The anti tippers are removed in the reverse sequence Using the Alber anti tippers As shown in the diagram press your foot on an anti tipper Whilst doing so pull the wheelchair by its handles a little upwards and to the rear until the wheelchair has been raised and the anti tippers click into a fixed position Now you can fit or remove a wheel If you are fitting or removing e fix wheels these need to be switched off Repeat the process with the second anti tipper on the other side of the wheelchair Once the wheels are fitted you can return the anti tippers to their starting position To do this push the wheelchair forwards and at the same time push back the holding rod 73 using your foot Important operating and safety instructions Jacking up the wheelchair is not permitted when the wheelchair user is still seated Anti tippers are not transfer rollers Do not move the wheelchair when it is jacked up pers particularly wh
49. m off and then on again B21 Continue to drive carefully B22 Battery temp too low Speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving downhill B23 Battery temperature low Reduce your speed and avoid driving downhill B24 Battery temp too low Switch the system off and then on again Continue to drive carefully B25 Battery temperature too low speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving uphill or downhill B26 Battery temperature low Reduce your speed and avoid driving uphill or downhill B27 Energy recovery is not possible because the battery tem Switch the system off and then on again perature is too high Continue to drive carefully B28 Battery temp too high Speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving uphill or downhill B29 Battery temperature high Reduce your speed and avoid driving uphill or downhill B30 Battery temp too high Switch the system off and then on again Continue to drive carefully B31 Battery temp too high Speed is reduced Continue to drive carefully and avoid driving uphill or downhill B32 Battery temperature high Reduce your speed and avoid driving uphill or downhill Display Fault Remedy B33 to Check electronics battery pack failure Switch the system off and then on again B39 e The battery pack may be defective C28 Joystick was extended on st
50. more than one day the battery pack should not be left on the e fix Dis connect the charger from the mains socket first before disconnecting it from the battery pack Do not expose the charger to moisture of any kind during charging water rain water snow etc Be aware of condensation If the charger is brought from a cold into a warm room condensation may occur on and in the device In this case refrain from using the charger until all condensation has dissipated Please note that this may take several hours Do not carry out the charging process in rooms where moisture may affect the charger Never carry the charger by its power cable or the charger cables Never tug at the power cable to disconnect the charger from the mains socket Lay the mains cable and charging cable so that no one can tread on it or trip over it Do not expose the two cables to any other harm ful influences or stresses Do not operate the charger if the power cable the charging cable or the plugs attached to the cables are damaged Damaged parts must be replaced immediately by a specialist dealer that has been authorised by Alber Do not use or disassemble the charger if it has received a hard blow or was dropped or damaged in some other way Take the damaged charger to a specialist dealer that has been authorised by Alber to perform repairs The charger must not be used by children The charger is designed to operate only with mains alternating voltage of 100 V to
51. na mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens band CB radios walkie talkie security fire and police transceivers cellular telephones and other personal communication devices Note Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit signals while they are ON even when not being used 2 Medium range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars fire trucks ambulances and taxis These usually have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle and 3 Long range transmitters and transceivers such as commercial broadcast transmitters radio and TV broadcast antenna towers and amateur HAM radios Note Other types of hand held devices sich as cordless phones laptop computers AM FM radios TV sets CD players and cassette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers so far as we know are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powered wheelchair Contents 1 Introduction 2 5 2 6 Limiting the speed 24 1 1 Important safety notes please observe carefully 5 2 7 Immobiliser 25 at all times 2 5 3 1 Menu structure overview and associated buttons 1 2 Proper use of the e fix 2 on the control unit 26 1 3 Handling instructions 2 5 3 2 Displays in the user screen 26 1 4 Signs and symbols 3 5 3 3 Accessing the menus 27 1 5 Permissible conditions of use locations of operation 4 5 3 5 Display menu 28 1 6 Standard scope of delivery 4 5 3 6 Reset daily kilometres m
52. nd the range Both e fix wheels should always have the same air pressure Both front wheels of the wheelchair should always have the same air pressure Before every journey check the correct fitting of the e fix wheels in the wheel receiver 13 of the two brackets 1 The e fix must not be used in combination with a wheelchair puller or hand bike or other pulling devices In these kinds of situations use your manual wheelchair wheels instead of the e fix wheels When travelling with the e fix make sure that Before using the e fix to drive up or down a slope you practice operating the device on level ground The maximum permissible slope specified by the wheelchair manufacturer must not be exceeded Approach steps or drops extremely cautiously When the system is switched on each touch of the joystick is converted into a drive command When stopping or waiting in potentially dangerous positions e g while waiting at a traffic light on uphill and downhill slopes or ramps of any type do not touch the control unit and secure your wheelchair using its parking brakes Never reach into the wheel when the e fix is switched on Do not insert or throw objects of any kind into a switched on or off e fix wheel Never attach objects of any kind to the e fix wheels This could cause damage When driving on pavements keep a safe distance preferably the width of the wheelchair from the kerb Avoid using the wheelchair on soft ground e g loos
53. ntrol to the adapter cable socket 2 e If this is not already inserted Insert the plug 1 of the battery charger into one of the sockets 29 on the battery pack The attendant control is now connected to the e fix 2 Starting up attendant control Switch on the e fix and wait until the start screen is displayed Under no circumstances touch the attendant control the control unit joystick or the individual operating elements during start up If you do you will get an error mes sage Press button 4 on the attendant control This switches the system on and brings up the following status displays in the wheelchair user s control unit display text attendant control active with the attendant control symbol see diagram in the attendant s control unit display 5 Battery symbol indication of battery capacity to the right of this the currently selected travel direction arrow symbol see diagrams to the bottom left The attendant control is now active the control unit inactive The wheelchair can now only be moved by an attendant 3 Driving mode with attendant control Specify the direction of travel you require by pressing switch 7 forwards forwards travel or backwards reverse travel The selected travel direction is shown in the dis play by an arrow symbol Using the adjustment wheel 6 select the maximum final speed you require When setting your speed this will be displayed as a percentage below
54. ollowing applicable sections of standard DIN EN 12184 The e fix conforms to the requirements laid down in the European Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC as well as the The battery charger conforms to European guidelines For information on how to dispose of the e fix and its components please see chapter 7 4 Warning against magnetic fields and forces Protect the device from moisture Indicates the temperature range in which the device can be used Important observe accompanying documents Maximum weight of person that the e fix E35 can accept as its load capacity 120 kg e fix E36 160 kg Specification of the manufacturing date on the system label see chapter 10 Name and address of the device manufacturer see reverse of this operating manual Hazardous goods labelling class 9 on the battery pack box See chapter 4 11 for more information Miscellaneous 1 5 Permissible conditions of use locations of operation e Observe the permissible conditions of use of the wheelchair to which the e fix wheels are attached see wheelchair manual In addition to observing the information provided on the e fix it is also imperative to observe the information provided by the wheel chair manufacturer e g maximum climbing capacity maximum permissible height of obstacles maximum user weight maximum speed etc The lowest values always apply Any limits regarding the oper
55. on off switch Option of switching the e fix on or off using an external button Appendix E Attendant control unit The e fix can be operated by the wheelchair user themselves and by an attendant This just requires the control unit to be installed in a holder attached to the wheelchair handle This is not included in the standard scope of delivery but can be fitted sub sequently by your specialist dealer at any time If an attendant should control the e fix proceed as follows Switch off the e fix Remove the control unit see chapter 5 1 Push the holder bracket 80 into the attachment 81 fitted to the wheelchair handle Secure the holder bracket 80 with the locking lever 82 in the attachment 81 e Push the sliding part 63 into the holder 83 Slide the control unit 9 into the sliding part 63 and secure it using the locking lever 64 Connect the control unit 9 to the battery see chapter 5 1 Ifthe control unit needs to be used directly by the wheelchair user dismantle it by following the above steps in reverse order pack ensure that both parts are clean and there are no metallic particles on them If you detect such particles use a dry and clean cloth to remove them The control unit plug 23 is magnetic Therefore prevent the plug AN coming into contact with medical implants electronic storage media bank cards or similar items Before inserting the plug 23 into the socket 29 o
56. ontains chemical substances that may cause hazardous reactions if the safety instructions specified here are disregarded Alber GmbH cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with the general information and safety instruc tions 4 1 Displays on the battery pack The battery pack that is required for operating the e fix is fitted as standard underneath the wheelchair seat The available capacity of the battery pack is displayed by white LEDs 27 that light up as soon as the control unit is switched on If the control unit is switched off the capacity can be displayed by quickly pressing the info button 26 The following indications mean 5 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to 100 Avoid high speeds when driving down slopes as the current feedback in the wheels may lead to overvoltage in the battery pack and force the wheels to shut down 4 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to 80 3 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to 60 2 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to 40 We strongly recommend that you do not cover expansive distances without previously charging the battery pack 1 LED lights up the battery is charged to 20 Charge the battery pack before using the e fix If the charge is less than 20 per cent parts of the user screen in the control unit display are shown in orange if the charge is less than 10 per cent these are shown in red If the red LED 28 lights up fa
57. otlight is used exclusively to provide minimal illumination of 5 2 5 Warning signal By pressing button 17 a warning signal sounds on the control unit 5 2 6 Limiting the speed The minimum speed of your e fix is 0 5 km h which can be increased in increments and to a maximum speed of 6 km h when fully extending the joystick 14 Different driving situations for example indoors can also limit the maximum speed achieved Using the rotary switch 22 select the maximum speed you require This is shown in the display 18 in position 60 as a white number and green bar chart The maximum speed that you specify in this way is achieved as soon as you fully extend the joystick 14 When travelling in reverse the speed is automatically reduced to 50 per cent for safety reasons The maximum speed can be set when the wheelchair is idle and when you are travelling The set value is then shown in the display for about 3 seconds before the actual speed you are travelling at is displayed again Start your first travelling attempt at a low speed to get used to the driving characteristics of the e fix maximum speed in particular in difficult driving conditions and in T Adapt the speed to the respective travelling situations Reduce the indoor use to prevent accidents 3 9 30 28 06 14 Immobiliser active Please unlock 5 2 7 Immobiliser Your e fix is equipped with an immobiliser to prevent unaut
58. perating the device is included in the scope of delivery Please contact your specialist dealer or Alber GmbH agent to arrange for a training session The instruction is free of charge If you feel a little unsure about how to handle your e fix please contact your specialist dealer for advice In the event of technical faults please contact your specialist dealer or the Alber Service Center telephone 0800 9096 250 toll free only applies within the Federal Republic of Germany When operating the e fix observe the specifications of the wheelchair manufacturer e g maximum slope air pressure of tyres etc and strictly adhere to the operating instructions of the wheelchair Never exceed any of the specified limit values We recommend refraining from using the e fix in locations that are exposed to strong electric fields In rare cases the operation of the e fix may interfere with other electrical devices such as anti shoplifting barriers in depart ment stores You must not use the e fix on escalators or moving walkways Similarly combining the e fix with accessories that have not been approved by Alber is also prohibited Therefore do not start using the e fix before you have been properly instructed in its operation by an authorised specialist dealer or an agent of Alber GmbH 1 2 Proper use of the e fix Wheelchairs that are fitted with e fix wheels are designed exclusively for transporting persons with a walking disability The e fix m
59. r GmbH as the e fix manufacturer shall not be liable for the safety of the product if The e fix is incorrectly handled The e fix is not serviced at the prescribed two year intervals by an authorised specialist dealer or Alber GmbH The e fix is operated in contravention to the instructions in this operating manual The e fix is operated with insufficient battery charge The e fix is repaired or modified by a person not authorised to carry out such work Third party parts are attached to the e fix Parts of the e fix have been removed 9 Technical data e fix E35 e fix E36 Wheel Range up to 16 km according to ISO 7176 4 up to 22 km according to ISO 7176 4 Climbing and braking ability up to 20 up to 15 Speed 0 5 6 km h 0 5 6 km h Always observe the limit values specified by the wheelchair manufacturer and country specific road traffic legislation Motor power rating 2x 110 W 2x 150 W Operating voltage 36 V 36 V Operating temperature 25 C to 50 C 25 C to 50 C Weight of person max 120 kg max 160 kg Max overall weight max 170 kg max 210 kg Battery pack Battery type Lithium ion cells leakproof and maintenance free Rated operating capacity 36 V 36 V Charging temperature 0 C to 40 C 0 C to 40 C Protection class IPx4 IPx4 Weight of components Wheel 7 8 kg 8 0 kg Battery pack 2 0 kg 2 0 kg Control unit 0 6 kg 0 6 kg Batt
60. reat deal of effort Tilting or lifting the wheelchair using attendant control or the additional handle optional accessory is not permitted Please observe the information provided by the wheelchair manufacturer on tilting or lift ing the wheelchair 6 Information on the panic function If you need to stop the e fix immediately in dangerous situations then firmly pull the driving lever 8 beyond the normal detectable limit This triggers an immediate enforced shut down of the e fix and sounds an acoustic warning signal After releasing the driving lever 8 you can immediately continue driving with the e fix 7 Removing the attendant control from the wheelchair Switch off the e fix via the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Remove the attendant control plug 3 from the adapter cable socket 2 Release the fixing lever 9 turn it several times and remove the attendant control from the holder on the wheelchair Warning Slight pressure applied to the right or left of the handle of the intu itive attendant control results in the wheelchair moving to the right or left respectively Equally it is sufficient to lightly touch the drive lever to activate it Therefore always switch off attendant control if it is not in use This ensures that the wheelchair does not begin to move inadvertently Never hang any objects such as handbags shopping bags etc on the attendant control whether the wheelchair is in driving mode or not
61. reen Alber optional 9 30 28 06 14 o 7 lul 0 RANGE rows 9 SPORT 50 User screen ia Travel mode Display mo L D Setting KM counter Tour Daily kilometres Bai pa Eco Range aily kilometre Sport Time counter Custom Date Start screen De LI S Signal tone Units The control unit buttons are assigned to the menus and sub menus as follows Save display Saving or setting a parameter Press button 15 Select display Jumps to a menu or sub menu or activates a parameter Press button 16 Back display Goes back one level without saving Press button 17 50 51 52 53 54 55 5 3 2 Displays in the user screen L When the control unit is switched on the Alber start screen if activated appears first Y 9 30 28 06 14 and after about 3 seconds this changes to the user screen illustrated in the adjacent diagram The diagram shows all the symbols that can be shown on the control unit DISTANCE display 7 KM 0 The symbols 54 57 58 and 60 are displayed constantly all other symbols can be RANGE 7 N set up individually by the user for details see the following chapter 9 KM SPORT One exception is the symbol 59 The user modes TOUR ECO SPORT and CUSTOM are 50 stored here see chapter 5 3
62. s you must observe the provisions of the road traffic regulations Your wheelchair is provided with the addi tional equipment specified in this manual Exercise caution when travelling downhill with a fully charged battery pack A fully charged battery and high speeds may lead to a reduction in speed or the system automatically cutting off Therefore reduce your speed As far as possible negotiate obstacles e g kerbs in reverse Please refer to the wheelchair operating manual for the maximum permitted obstacle height Caution when negotiating obstacles in reverse the Alber anti tippers cannot be guaranteed to be fully func tional For this reason drive slowly and carefully in reverse until the wheels of your e fix touch the obstacle Now carefully negotiate the obstacle It is up to you to decide whether to enlist the help of another person In the event of a problem or error message immediately contact your specialist dealer Observe the following safety instructions and hazard information 3 3 Safety instructions The system must be switched off at the control unit before the e fix wheels are fitted to the wheelchair or removed Similarly the sys tem must be switched off before starting work on the wheelchair For safety reasons you need to activate the parking brakes of your wheelchair especially on uphill and downhill slopes to avoid the wheelchair inadvertently rolling away In the unlikely event of the battery pack overhea
63. se kind of symbols should remind you to recharge the battery pack as soon as possible CO EN 19 5 3 3 Accessing the menus e To access the different menus you need to press the menu function button 16 while 18 the user screen is displayed If this occurs the display 18 shows in turn the menus user mode display setting kilometre counter reset 16 ren 17 e Move the joystick 14 to the left or right to access the required menu 15 ul ae e Press the menu function 16 button as soon as the menu you require is shown in the 3 centre of the display 18 This takes you to the sub menu to set the various paramet ON ers see the following chapter NN 9 30 D Travel mode Select 28 06 14 Back Travel mode Select 9 30 Display Select Back 28 06 14 Back 9 30 RESET KM counter Select 28 06 14 Back 5 3 4 User mode menu Select the user mode menu and press the menu function button 16 to access the associated sub menu The sub menu shows the user mode screen which lists the parameters TOUR ECO SPORT and if activated CUSTOM Move the joystick 14 forwards or backwards to move the parameters through a black bar on the display The parameter highlighted by the black bar is activated by moving the joystick 14 to the left or right or pressing button 16 When the parameter is active a ticked square is displayed to the left
64. separate operating manual of the battery charger Miscellaneous All e fix components are prote CE cted against corrosion The e fix conforms to the requirements laid down in the European Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC as well as the applicable sections of standard DIN EN 12184 The battery charger conforms to European guidelines We reserve the right to modify the design and technology of our products to incorporate the latest developments 10 Labels There are labels on the e fix components which include various product details In the event of a system defect individual components can be replaced by your specialist dealer as part of the Alber exchange parts pool Your specialist dealer will need some of the information given on the labels Systemnr System No E35142267 Alber GmbH Modell Model E35 72461 Albstadt Betriebsspannung Rated Voltage 36 V Made in Germany Motor Nennleistung Rated Power 110 W 150 W Max Geschwindigkeit Max Speed 6 km h qe 2014 11 Batterie Typ Battery Type Lithium lon Batteriekonfiguration Battery config 10INMCR19 66 3 Batterie Nennkapazitat rated Capacity 6 0 Ah 7 5 Ah Batterie Nennenergie Rated Energy 216 Wh 270 Wh PE 7 CF D lt El UL Sicherheitstechnische Kontrolle durch Ulrich Alber GmbH 72461 Albstadt 01 nachste 07 02 Kontrolle 08 03 09 04 10 05 11 06 12 2014 2015 2016 2
65. ssings Never cross rail tracks in roads or at level crossings by driving parallel to them as the wheels could get stuck in the rails Proceed with special caution when driving over ramps or lifting platforms of vehicles Before lifting or lowering the wheelchair on the ramp or lifting platform keep the e fix a safe distance from the kerb and switch it off Also apply the wheelchair parking brakes This prevents inadvertent movement or drive commands Never drive your wheelchair directly at the edge or close to the edge of a ramp or lifting platform instead leave a sufficient distance If the ground is wet tyre grip may be poor so that there is a risk of slipping Adapt your driving behaviour accordingly and never drive with worn tyres 26 E Q Li Ion S Li lon e U CO 28 27 28 dee OO O ei deb LEG elek Ile O O Lh O O 4 Battery pack Before starting up the e fix and before charging the battery pack read and observe the general information and instructions and the safety instructions and precautions in chapters 4 7 to 4 11 Failure to comply with the safety precautions and instructions may damage the product or result in electric shock fire and or serious injuries The lithi um ion battery pack c
66. sudden brake manoeuvre To secure the wheels we recommend securing them in the vehicle with sufficiently robust straps as shown in the diagram Please note that this is a non binding recommendation we accept no liability Please check whether there are specific regulations regarding the securing of wheel chairs and wheels for transport in your jurisdiction and strictly adhere to these regu lations Alber GmbH and its agents shall not be liable for any damage resulting from non com pliance with these instructions If you wish to transport your wheelchair in its entirety without dismantling the wheels the wheelchair must be protected in accordance with the guidelines or spe cifications of the wheelchair manufacturer The adjacent diagram is just an example attached is not permitted EU Using the wheelchair as a vehicle seat when the e fix wheels are 2 6 Additional instructions on driving mode 2 6 1 Travelling using the manual wheelchair wheels Chapter 2 has already explained how the e fix wheels are attached to your wheelchair or removed You can therefore choose to continue to use the conventional manually oper ated wheels of your wheelchair in addition to the electrically operated e fix wheels The parking brakes 6 fitted to your wheelchair are adjusted to the e fix wheels When using your wheelchair with its manual wheels The diameter of the stub axle of the e fix wheels
67. t see chapter 5 2 2 Secure the wheelchair against inadvertently rolling away using the parking brakes Insert the plug of the charger 33 into one of the sockets 29 of the battery pack Complete the charging process following the instructions contained in the operating manual that is included with the charger The capacity display 27 on the battery pack enables you to follow the charging pro gress The following indications mean The lowest LED flashes the battery is charged to less than 20 One LED flashes 1 LED lights up the battery pack is charged to between 20 and 40 One LED flashes 2 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to between 40 and 60 One LED flashes 3 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to between 60 and 80 One LED flashes 4 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to between 80 and 100 Continued on the next page el lala 282 O O 9 30 28 06 14 DISTANCE 37 5 RANGE 7 sia 12 Q KM SPORT 25 65 5 LEDs light up the battery pack is charged to 100 Finish the charging process Fault indication during charging If an error occurs during charging the red LED 28 fault indication lights up on the battery pack Check the following e Whether the mains plug 32 of the charger is correctly connected to a live mains socket Whether the LED display 34 on the charger lights up green Whether th
68. th Never use scouring pads abrasive detergents or aggressive chemicals to clean the components Never clean the components under running water for example using a hose or a high pressure cleaner This can cause water ingress causing irreparable damage to the electronics Alber GmbH shall not be liable for damage caused by water inside the device Please note that such damage is not covered by our warranty 7 2 Re use If your e fix has been provided to you by your health insurance company and you do not need it any longer please contact your health insurer Alber agent or authorised specialist dealer Your e fix can then be given to somebody else E Before the e fix is re used its safety must be checked The brackets with which the e fix wheels are attached to the wheelchair can be eas ily and quickly removed by your authorised specialist dealer or Alber agent and fitted to another In addition to the cleaning instructions given in chapter 7 1 before re using the system the push rims and all externally accessible plastic parts of the e fix components need to be disinfected To do this use a detergent suitable for wet disinfection and adhere to the use instructions 7 3 Maintenance safety inspections Legislators have regulated how to carry out safety inspections in the German Medical Devices Operator Ordinance MPBetreibV Safety inspections hereinafter referred to as STK are intended to verify the operation and safety of the
69. the battery symbol Pull the driving lever 8 to start moving The maximum final speed can be stored in the e fix software Con tact your specialist dealer in this regard 4 Turning off the attendant control Press button 4 of the attendant control to switch it off If the control unit is still switched on when you do this it will immediately take control of the e fix To fully shut down the e fix you need to switch it off using the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 control is still active attendant control is automatically activated i If the e fix is switched off using the control unit when attendant when you next start up the system 5 Information on driving mode The driving lever 8 is similar to a car s accelerator In the initial position the e fix is stationary Driving mode starts when the driving lever 8 is pulled The speed increases the further the driving lever is pulled The maximum achievable speed is pre selected by the adjustment wheel 5 and is maximum 6 km h forwards reverse travel is a maximum of 4 2 km h If these speeds are too high for you your authorised specialist dealer can reprogramme the maximum speed in the e fix software The electronics in the handle register the movements made by the operators hand A slight movement of the lever to the left or the right is converted into a drive command for the e fix wheels so that you can drive around bends without a g
70. ting or catching on fire you must ensure that the battery pack does not come into contact with water or other liquids The only suitable extinguishing agent that is recommended by the battery manufacturers is sand Before using the device The e fix must only be attached to push rim wheelchairs that have been approved by Alber GmbH for this device The bracket holding the e fix in place may only be installed and modified by Alber GmbH or an Alber authorised specialist dealer When using the e fix always strictly adhere to the operating instructions of the wheelchair Driving the wheelchair without an attached pair of anti tippers is not permitted Attach the original anti tippers of the wheelchair manufacturer or the optional Alber anti tippers to your wheelchair Before every journey check the e fix wheels If the tyres have reached their wear limit you can no longer see the tread the e fix must not be used Before every journey check that your wheelchair parking brakes are working correctly You must not travel without functioning parking brakes that are adjusted to the e fix wheels Check the air pressure of the e fix wheels at regular intervals For details on the correct air pressure see the outside of the tyres and the table in chapter 9 Please check the air pressure of the front wheels in accordance with the instructions and specifications of the wheelchair manufacturer Too low an air pressure can greatly affect the driving behaviour a
71. ult indication an error has occurred This will be shown in the control unit display see also chapter 6 4 2 Inserting the battery pack Generally the battery pack will remain on your wheelchair However if it is removed for example for transport purposes you need to reinsert it in the battery holder 7 on your wheelchair Insert the battery pack 8 as illustrated in the accompanying drawing at a slant in the insertion aid 30 located on the left and right hand side of the battery holder 7 When it is correctly positioned the battery pack cannot slip out of place sideways Turn the battery pack 8 backwards until it clicks into place in the battery holder 7 e Check the fit of the battery pack 8 in the battery holder 7 The battery pack fits correctly in the battery holder if it can no longer be removed without pressing the handle 25 Ifthe battery pack 8 fits correctly in the battery holder 7 you then need to insert the control unit 23 plug into one of the battery pack sockets 29 The connection is locked automatically by a magnetic closure These few steps mean that your e fix is once again ready for use Both sockets are the same in terms of their electrics and can be i There is a socket 29 on the left and right of the battery pack 8 used for inserting plugs of the control unit charger and acc
72. ust only be fitted to and operated by wheelchairs that are listed in Alber s bracket database 1 3 Handling instructions Do not attach any parts other than the accessories that have been approved for use by Alber Similarly the e fix and its accessories must not be technically modified The e fix must only be operated under the following conditions e Full compliance with the information instructions and recommendations contained in this operating manual The e fix is only operated by a person who has been instructed in its use No technical modifications have been made to the e fix by the user or by any third party An instructed person is a person who has been instructed in the operation of the e fix and in his her tasks and who has been made aware of the possible hazards associated with improper use of the device In general this is the user of the wheelchair to which the e fix is fitted The instruction session is provided by the authorised specialist dealer or by an agent of Alber GmbH It is strictly prohibited for any uninstructed or unqualified persons to use the e fix The e fix must not be used for any purpose that contravenes the intended use of the device This particularly applies to all types of load transportation such as transporting household objects or additional people Proper use includes complying with the information specified in this manual on carrying out safety checks and observing and adhering to the safety precautions
73. ways drive up slopes with a fully charged battery pack You should exercise particular caution when driving on slopes of any kind If driving down slopes with a fully charged battery pack at a high speed this can lead to a reduction in speed or the e fix being forced to shut down due to overvoltage Drive down slopes in these cases at a slow speed This is advisable in any case to avoid any obstacles that suddenly appear or to stop the wheelchair Never travel across steep hillsides or similar conditions Unintentionally shifting the centre of gravity could result in the wheelchair tip ping over on its side When driving on inclined kerbs or in similar circumstances you may need to countersteer a little Never drive over minor obstacles such as kerbs by driving parallel to them drive at a right angle to the respective obstacle This means that both wheels drive over the obstacle at the same time rather than being offset Use a low speed that is appropriate for the obstacle At regular intervals check that the front wheels are aligned at right angles to the ground and that they have the correct air pressure Both factors influence the driving and braking performance and the range of the e fix Never drive without anti tippers and only remove these to drive over major obstacles It is left to the judgement of the driver whether to call an attendant for help when there is an increased risk that the wheelchair may topple over When driving on public road
74. wheelchair and are engaged you can now switch on the system using the control unit 9 see chapter 5 2 1 and start using your wheelchair If you are not yet familiar with the e fix and its driving characterist ics you should start by reducing the maximum speed to a minimum using the rotary switch 22 see chapter 5 2 6 When travelling with the e fix you must observe the safety instruc tions and precautions in chapter 3 When first starting up the system and switching on the control unit the language selection menu see chapter 5 4 will appear in which you can set your required language 2 3 Switching off the system Once you have completed your trip and will not be using your wheelchair for a long period of time you should always disconnect the e fix Firstly this saves energy and secondly the e fix is not inadvertently deployed by accidentally touching the joystick Read more about this in chapter 5 2 2 2 4 Removing the wheels Generally the two e fix wheels will remain on your wheelchair If they need to be removed for example for transport purposes please proceed as follows If you have not already done so switch off the control unit see chapter 5 2 2 Ensure that the wheel is engaged see chapter 2 1 Using Alber anti tippers lift up your wheelchair as described in Appendix A of this operating manual and push down the anti tippers with your foot Ifthe wheelchair is on the anti tippers press the rel

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