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1. m APITINATUEY AWEL Identified module Error message PM Module error 0506 Error code Screen Diagnostics screen on monochrome display 66 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net Driving Technique The control system electronics interpret the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended For normal driving the user doesn t need to employ any complex techniques which is an advantage if the user is inexperienced A good way of starting is quite simply to move the joystick in the direction you want to go The wheelchair then moves in the direction in which the joystick is pointing Always think about driving as flexibly as possible and avoid severe braking and avoidance maneuvers DRIVING FORWARD TURNING LEFT Q TURNING RIGHT v DRIVING BACKWARD Z CAUTION Do not perform the first test drive on your own The test drive is of course just a check of how you and the wheelchair function together and you may need some assistance Before driving check that the wheel lock release lever is set in the drive position Do not use the joystick as the sole support for your hand or limb wheelchair movements and bumps could upset your control Always bear in mind that a high speed and extended braking distance entail an increased risk of accidents In the event of the wheelchair moving in an unexpected way RELEASE THE JOYSTICK This action s
2. The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed gai Buttons Current Profile The Profile Number describes wich Profile the con 1 trol system is currently operating in The Profile Text is the name or description of the Profile the control Indoor Drive ae system is currently operating in In Focus si When the control system contains more then one Cy method of direct control such as a secondary 7 gt Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhiited from driving then the symbol will flash Restart When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this sym bol will be flashed 44 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Fault The control system can detect a wide variety of errors When the system has detected an error that is not severe enough to cause the system to trip then this symbol will be displayed Motor Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Control system Temperature This
3. 10 Lift pull the battery out using the battery strap 11 Lift push the new battery in to the chassis using the battery strap 12 Connect the battery terminals on the new battery Also see the sticker on the chassis rear cover 13 Remount the chassis rear plate and the rear cover 14 Remount the chassis top cover 97 Maintenance and Repairs The chassis rear plate is fitted with two screws Battery terminals Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Resetting the Circuit Breaker A WARNING A triggered automatic Circuit Breaker can indicate larger electrical faults The cause should be checked carefully before the Circuit Breaker is reset Always contact an authorized Permobil Service Center or Permobil when in doubt The circuit breaker also serves as a battery isolator but is normally referred to as a circuit breaker Replacement of the circuit breaker is normally not necessary as it is of the auto matic type that can be reset when it has been triggered The resetting is done by placing the switch in the ON position The circuit breaker is accessed through a hole in the chassis cover Z CAUTION Always shut off the Power Supply on the Control Panel before switching off the power with the Circuit Breaker 98 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Accessories Accessories We are constantly developing accessories for our wheelchairs Contact your
4. This jack s function varies depending on the programming This allows the user to select Profiles using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External On Off switch jack External Profile switch jack 42 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Display The status of the control system is shown in the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Below is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Current profile Battery indicator Profile name Indoor Drive Speed indicator Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again 43 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Speed Indicator This displays the current speed setting
5. How to contact Permobil Permobil Inc 300 Duke Drive Lebanon TN 37090 PH 800 736 0925 FAX 800 231 3256 info permobil com Head Office of the Permobil group Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timr Sweden Tel 46 60 59 59 00 Fax 46 60 57 52 50 E mail info permobil com Permobil C350 Power Wheelchair Produced and published by Permobil AB Sweden Edition 8 2014 04 Order no 205218 US 0 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Contents Important Information ccceeeeeseeeees sees eeeseeeeseeeeenneeeseeseesaseeeeenseesesesensaseeeesnseeneeeenes 6 7 Safety IMStructl On 5 cocci icc sscsectes secsscctdeceessevceneeseiesseseancecserstsncsaueessecesececceesasetscuersts 8 23 Desigh and FUNCION atic kee Le RR 24 General OVrViOW 2 eccccceeececcneeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeaeeteaeeeaeeesaeseeeesaaesnaaeeeaeesaaeeaeesiees 24 Driving SHOCK absorbers 0 eee eeeeeete cee ee eee cent eeaeeeeeecaeeeaae sete saeseaeesneeesiaeeeeeenees 25 WIRCGIS cs seciececeniytcicceis codec cocks lideedabets iM Lacspadd balan Lt Golgniaiceneddineteahdeset leedoedestendeeages 26 Lights Reflectors vissse eneseeterdcenseeccareesveeennre an n eet fenaees Retin R EE 26 Batteries Main fuse Charger Socket c ceseeeececeneeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesieeeeeeenaees 27 Seat eiee N a e enar aE a ao aaa a a oa 28 VR2 control panel erriren Aie 30 R Net control panel LCD monochrome display design and function 0 38 R Net control panel LCD color
6. The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section of the supplied Owner s Manual for current seat model Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheel chair as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair Doing so can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Positioning Belts Always wear your positioning belt while in your wheelchair If signs of damage or wear appear replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer Operation Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision Do not drive the wheelchair on public streets or roadways Obey all local pedestrian rules and be aware that vehicle drivers may have difficulty seeing you Do not operate your wheelchair under the influence of alcohol Consumption of alcohol may impair your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Some physical limitations or use of medication either prescribed or over the counter may limit your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Be sure to consult with your physician about your physical limitations and medications 11 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Operation Inclines When driving downhill select th
7. 7 5 Lamps Communication error Check that the cable to the control panel is correctly inserted and is not damaged Actuator indicator Actuator error If the wheelchair is fitted with more than one actuator check which one is not working Check the actuators cable connections 107 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Shooting Guide The troubleshooting guide below describes a number of events that can arise when you use your wheelchair as well as providing suggestions for solutions CAUTION that this guide does not describe all the possible events that can arise and you should always get in touch with your service contact or Permobil when you are unsure The wheelchair does not start Batteries discharged Charge the batteries The cable connection to the Atttach the cable to the control control panel has become panel loose Circuit Breaker set in OFF Reset the Circuit Breaker position after for example See page 98 changing batteries Triggered Circuit Breaker See page 98 The wheelchair can not Battery charger connected Terminate the charging and be driven remove the charging cable from the charging outlet Wheel Locks activated Reset the Wheel Locks The wheelchair is locked Unlock the wheelchair See page 36 VR2 alt 68 R Net The wheelchair stops while The cable connection to the Atttach the cable to the control being driven control panel has become panel
8. releases 94 Maintenance and Repairs thro ugh a hole in in the chassis cover Position of the hook and loop fasteners Front cover removed Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Changing the batteries Front battery 6 Loosen the battery locks by pulling them straight forward see figure 7 Loosen the battery terminals see figure below Also see the sticker on the inside of the chassis front cover 8 Lift pull the battery out using the battery strap Maintenance and Repairs Pull the battery locks straight forward Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protec tive gloves and protective eye glasses The batteries are heavy and must be han dled with care Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions 9 Lift push the new battery in to the chassis using the battery strap Remount the battery lock 10 Connect the battery terminals on the new battery Also see the sticker on the inside of the chassis front cover 11 Remount the front cover 95 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Changing the batteries Rear battery 1 7 Place the wheelchair on a level surface Run fold out the leg support and raise the seat lift Turn off the main power switch on t
9. this is shown on the control panel s display This information can be used for diagnosing the error The remedying of errors that are indicated via the control panel display must be performed by a person with sufficient expertise to be able to perform such tasks in a professional manner Always contact an authorized Permobil Service Center when in doubt More information about service and repairs is found in the chassis service manual Diagnostic Screens Current Diagnostic Screen When the control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been prevented from moving the wheelchair a diagnostics screen will be displayed This indicates a system trip i e the R net has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electrical system Z CAUTION If the error is in a non active module then drive will still be possible however the diagnostic screen will appear intermittently Switch off the control system for a couple of minutes Switch on the control sys tem again and try to drive the wheelchair If the safety circuits operate again do not try to use the wheelchair Write down the information shown on the display and switch the control system off Contact your service provider Don t use the wheelchair before you get it repaired or get other instructions from your service provider A WARNING The remedying of errors that are indicated via the control panel display must be performed by
10. Do not use your wheelchair on stairs or escalators Always use an elevator Do not lift or move the wheelchair by any of its removable parts Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Do not use the wheelchair to pull any kind of objects and never hang excessive weights on the backrest Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair If you by accident impact with walls doors or other fixed objects when operating the wheelchair always make sure all parts of the wheelchair are undamaged before operating the wheelchair again Not doing so could lead to personal injury Prior to Riding In some instances including where certain medical conditions exist users should practice operating their wheelchair under the supervision of an assis tant who is familiar with the operation of the wheelchair and with the abilities and limitations of the user Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Modifications Any unauthorized modifications to the wheelchair or its various systems may increase the risk of personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair All modifications to and interventions in the vital systems of the wheelchair must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Weight Limitations
11. a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 48 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on program ming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the button is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED This button activates deactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights This function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to deactivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Depress the but ton to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress
12. a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Clock Speedometer Profile name Current profile Battery Indicator A T Battery indicator SC A a o Max Speed indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again 51 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Speed Indicator Current Profile Indoor Drive m In Focus vl r Pa Speed Limit fii Restart O This displays the current speed setting The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed Buttons The Profile Number describes wich Profile the con trol system is currently operating in The Profile Text is the name or description of the Profile the control system is currently operating in When the control system contains more then one method of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In F
13. activated Move the may be shown in the display Which joystick to the left or right to choose a F seat function instead icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions Seat function Seat function Memory function w Hr PLE 70 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R net electronics Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration MODE PROFILE Oe a Standard display image with speed indicator 71 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R net electronics Not applicable to all seat models The control system on some seats has three memory locations for seat pos itions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Retrieving position from memory 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears MODE PROFILE in the control panel display n gt 2 Move the joystick to the left or right NALA ae to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location Memory function activated selected are shown in the control panel display see illustration 3 Move and hold the joystick for w
14. also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 106 for further information 60 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Max speed indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4lamps Average speed 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profiles Z CAUTION The indicator for max speed driving profile also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 106 for further information 61 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Seat indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest angle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator Seat indicator 62 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Handling General The Permobil C350 is designed for indoor and outdoor use When driving indoors you must observe care when driving in for example narrow passageways when passing through doors and entries as well as when using
15. conditions Limit switch circuits limit the wheelchair s functions under certain circumstances Overload protec tion circuits shut the wheelchair off in case of an overload The user should stop using the wheelchair immediately and consult an authorized Permobil distributor if any of these circuits should become disabled Any attempt to modify the safety circuits will result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warranty Changing Batteries and Fuses The Circuit Breaker must always be in OFF position when batteries and fuses are replaced Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protective gloves and protective eye glasses Filling Air into tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the prescribed tire pressure Incorrect tire pressure can cause deteriorating stability and maneu verability The prescribed tire pressure is 36 psi 250 kPa CAUTION that overfilling causes a risk of explosion 21 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Changing Tires Avoid the use of sharp edged tools when working with tires Storage The wheelchair and its accessories must always be shut off when they are not being used Always store the wheelchair so that access for una
16. display design and function s 46 R Net control panel LED design and function 0 0 eee eeeeeeeeneeeeesteeeteneeeeteneeens 56 Handling eraren nE tel ee nieces 63 General Drivin scrote nenien D Ea AEE Aene EE E a Eet 64 Joystick error VR ccccceeeceecceeece cen ceeeeeeee eee geen eeneeeeeneeeeesneesnneeeeseeeeeseeaesneneeeenans 65 Joystick error R NG biscic deicedihcccidecti i catdadendeist deddedendeesddeedadieersscobsaddneeidedenieeedienscs 66 Driving Technique iis etic n eee 67 SeA fUNCHONS reee e esi artes detec tercteeed EEE 70 Driving RUES ssnsd aaia aroa Ea aa a aaa a ieehis 76 Manual Handling of the Magnetic Wheel LOCKS essesseesseerrssesissrrrnerirrerreerrresres 81 Battery Charging ankea reniei nonan En E NEA eee ie ee i eed 82 Transport acck dec ca ceen Hacked araa aa a A A A cas eplae ess aeneseen E A 84 General Advice for Air tranSpOrt ceccecceeteeeeeeeeeeecneeeneeeeeeeceeeeeeeseneesaeeeeeenaes 86 Maintenance and Repairs cccccccecesceceseceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceneeseeeeeeseeaeeeseneeseeeeeesneaeertenaess 88 LOO Kitaik aint nn Gaia italiane daa ele 88 General BatterieS Storage cceeceeecceceeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeceeseeeseeeesaeseeeeeeeesieeseeeenaees 89 Finishes Care and Maintenance cccceceecceceeeeneeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeenieeneeeeneee 90 Changing the Batteries 0 00 ececcceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeneeeaaesneeesaaeseaeesueeseaaeeeees 94 Resetting the Circuit Breaker sscercscscs
17. loose Triggered Circuit Breaker See page 98 The wheelchair can only Seat lift raised from its Lower the seat lift be driven with reduced speed lowest position Applies for electrical seat lift only The wheelchair will Circuit Breaker set in OFF Reset the Circuit Breaker not charge position after for example See page 98 changing batteries 108 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Electromagnetic Interference Z WARNING It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of Electromagnetic 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 susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI which is interfering electromagnetic energy EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters twoway radios and cellular phones The interference from radio wave sources can cause the powered wheelchair to release its parking brakes move by itself or move in unintended directions 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 imm
18. occurs turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as it is safe Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the powered wheelchair may make it more susceptible to EMI CAUTION There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immu nity of the powered wheelchair Report all incidents of unintended movement or wheel lock release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer and CAUTION whether there is a radio wave source near by 110 Order no 205218 US 0
19. symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass E Stop If the control system is programmed for latched E operation then it is normal for an Emergency Stop STOP Switch to be connected into the External Profile Switch Jack If the Emergency Stop Switch is operated or disconnected this symbol will flash 45 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display General The Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Function Buttons Joystick 46 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage t
20. user and his or her healthcare professional Permobil Inc is not responsible for inappropriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions General Your wheelchair was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider Consult your healthcare provider before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment Some adjustments may reduce your wheelchair s performance or safety or may not be appropriate for your needs It is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to become acquainted with the different buttons the function and steering controls the dif ferent adjustment possibilities of the seat etc of your wheelchair and its acces sories before you begin using it Do not undertake your own first test drive without making sure that you have assistance in the immediate vicinity if you should need help In order to make sure that nothing happened to the wheelchair while it was being shipped to you you should check the following items before beginning to use it e that all products ordered are included in the delivery incuding operating instructions and possible other documentation If you suspect that something is missing then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible e that no transport related or other damages have occurred
21. Button amp LED Only active if the wheelchair is equipped with lights On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics wich in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors A WARNING Do not use the On Off Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 40 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on program ming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the button is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED This button activates dea
22. Wheels Your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels mounted at the back to mini mize the risk of the wheelchair tipping over backward when passing obstacles and the like The support wheels MUST always be mounted when the wheel chair is being driven Support Wheels The support wheels must always be mounted when the chair is being driven There is a risk of tipping Always bear in mind that high speed and extended braking distance entail an increased risk of accidents Never drive rapidly or at full speed along narrow passages on narrow sidewalks etc where an incorrect maneuver or incorrect steering can cause an increased risk of accidents Always drive at low speed on uneven surfaces Keep in mind that driving across slopes will have an effect on the wheelchair and could make it steer to the side Never drive at full speed across slopes Use of the seat lift backrest seat tilt function changes the wheelchair s center of gravity which can have a negative effect on the wheelchair s handling characteristics while it is being driven So You should never drive at full speed when the seat lift is elevated or when the seating system has an extreme backrest angle or tilt angle 76 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving Rules Driving over Obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles of a height greater than 3 inches Driving over tall edges increases the risk of tipping over as well as th
23. a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Permobil Inc is not responsible for personal injuries or damage resulting from inappropriate or wrong performed repairs 104 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide Example of R net Display showing an error Identified Module PM 4 Trip Text Controller Fault Trip Code Identified Module This identifies which module of the control system has registered the problem PM Power Module JSM Joystick Module Trip Text The Trip Text gives a brief description of the trip type Trip Code The 4 digit code displayed gives the exact trip that has been recorded Servicing of Defective Units Excluding specific OEM approved replacement parts for details of these contact Permobil there are no serviceable parts in the R net control system Consequently any defective units must be returned to Permobil or a Permobil authorized service center for repair A CAUTION Any replacement work carried out without Permobils permission will invalidate the control system s warranty Permobil accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from unauthorized opening adjustments or modifications to a any component of the R net control system Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide Diagnostics R Net LED Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started up parts of the wheelc
24. ards The seat adjusts to the pos ition stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held for wards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved pos ition it stops moving A CAUTION Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick PROFILE Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the con trol panel display see illustration ia 72 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R net electronics Not applicable to all seat models Saving position to memory 1 Set the seat s electrical functions to the desired mode 2 If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the con trol panel display 3 Move the joystick to the left or right MODE PROFILE to select a memory location M1 x g M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory a symbol M for the memory location gt selected are shown in the control panel display see illustration Memory function activated 4 Move the joystick backwards to acti vate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory sym bol M see illustration 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position unti
25. at the main voltage and the charger is in the OFF position when connecting disconnecting the charging cable to the wheelchair s charging socket Charging Socket Charging Socket on the VR2 control panel on the R Net contro panel 83 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Transport Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes Check that the wheelchair is properly fastened and that the wheel locks are engaged When transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle the wheelchair must be locked into position by running fastening straps through the brackets in the front and the back each marked with a yellow sticker Secure the wheelchair according to the manufacturer of the vehicle restraint sys tems instructions Always make sure that the fastening points on the transport vehicle are well anchored lt a _ Left Front Fastening Sticker Right Rear Fastening Bracket Bracket i The wheelchair must NOT be fastened by securing it to any part of the seat 84 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Transport Transportation in Motor Vehicles Permobil recommends that users NOT be transported in any kind of vehicle while in their wheel chair unless the user is in an approved Permobil wheelchair configuration has secured the wheelchair according to the appropriate crash test standards and is using a seatbelt attached to the vehicle The only other safe alternative i
26. ate the wheelchair Use foot straps if needed Failure to do this increases the risk of personal injury 1 Switch on the power by pressing the start button on the control panel 2 Choose profile VR2 Control system The control system is normaly not programmed with more then one profile but in special applications this can occur In these cases choose a suitible profile with the profile maximum speed button see page 32 Choose profile R net Control system Choose a suitible profile with the profile button if the control system is pro grammed with more than one profile see page 38 3 Carefully move the joystick forward to drive forward and backward to drive backward 4 The speed of the wheelchair is adjusted continuously by the joystick being moved different distances forward and backward respectively The wheelchair s electronics allow very slow driving over edges You can drive up to the edge and then carefully drive over it 64 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Joystick Error VR2 Control System If the joystick is pushed before or just after the control system is turned on the battery indicator will ripple up and down and the wheelchair will not be allowed to move The joystick has to be released to resume normal operation If the joystick is not released within 5 seconds the wheelchair will not be able to move even if the joystick is released The battery indicator will then flash rapidly Reset this co
27. ause an explosion Never perform service on the wheelchair without using protective gloves and goggles Failure to do so can lead to personal injury Do not use parts or accessories not authorized by Permobil Use of unap proved aftermarket accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheel chair which may make the wheelchair unstable or uncontrollable Such use may also void the warranty on the wheelchair Connecting any unapproved electrical or electronic devices to the wheelchair s electrical system can cause damage to the chair and caused the chair to become uncontrollable or drive erratically Such use may also void the warranty The wheelchair is heavy and contains many moving parts which means that the risk of being caught between them is always present Charging of Batteries Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done in a bathroom or wet room Only chargers with a max 10 A charging current average value may be used the RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12A When the charger is connected the chair must not and cannot be driven 20 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Circuits Permobil products are equipped with safety circuits Inhibit circuits prevent the wheelchair from driving under certain conditions Speed reduction circuits limit the wheelchair s maximum speed under certain
28. aution 80 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Manual Release of the Magnetic Wheel Locks The wheel locks can be released in order to make it possible to move the wheelchair manually Release the wheel locks 1 Shut off the wheelchair using the start button on the control panel 2 Press the release lever forwards and pull it out from the chassis at the same time see the picture The chair can now be moved manually Engage the wheel locks Push the release lever into the chassis see figure at right Do not engage or disengage the wheel locks unless power to the chair is off In order to avoid the wheelchair rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level and dry surface before releasing the wheel locks Be aware that the chair will not have brakes when the wheel locks are in the free wheel position Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control when the wheel locks are dis engaged Always reset the wheel lock release after manually moving the wheelchair A CAUTION When the wheel locks are released the chair will not drive If it does contact an Authorized Permobil service center as soon as possible Engage the wheel locks 81 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Battery Charging The amount of charge in your batteries depends on a number of factors includ ing the way you use your wheelchair the temperature of the batteries their a
29. be reset after having been triggered It also functions as a battery isolator and is controlled ON OFF via the lever located inside the hole at the left of the rear battery cover Charging socket The charging socket is located on the control panel 27 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Seat Permobil C350 can be combined with different seat models which are supplied with a separate user manual The seat s electrical functions are operated using the control panel or the seat s ICS control panel if your wheelchair is so equip ped For safety reasons the seat s electrical functions may in certain situations restrict the usage of other seat functions or the wheelchair s maximum speed In certain situations a seat function may even prevent the wheelchair from moving Seat lift Permobil C350 can be fitted with an electrically controlled seat lift that allows the seat to be raised steplessly up to 10 inches in order to adjust its height to tables benches etc Seat angle Permobil C350 can be fitted with an electrically controlled seat angle function that makes it possible to adjust the seat angle steplessly up to 45 Seat lift Seat tilt 28 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Leg rest CAUTION The following applies only if your wheelchair is equipped with separate foot plates With the wheelchair kept still and having the leg supports driven towards it s innermos
30. can take place in a safe manner and that no unpleasant sur prises arise at the last minute you should always contact the respective airlines before the transport 87 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance and Repairs To ensure that your wheelchair works well you must inspect maintain and obtain routine service on it regularly Every wheelchair is subject to wear and tear between the moving parts and also due to the strains and stresses of typical use Therefore you must know how the wheelchair works how to use it correctly and how to maintain it Preventive maintenance will minimize the risk of component failure If you look after your wheelchair it will work well and the risk of faults will be reduced Tool Kit A tool kit comes with the wheelchair and contains the following that can be used for performing maintenance and easier repairs Allen keys General maintenance seat adjustment 10 11 12 13 mm spanners General maintenance replacing batteries Seat lift crank Manually raising the seat lift 2 Screwdrivers General maintenance A CAUTION Certain repairs can require tools other than those that come with the wheelchair Z CAUTION The power switch on the control panel must always be shut off when batteries are replaced or when the electronics are being serviced A WARNING Any inappropriate modifications to the wheelchair and its various sy
31. cti vated the indicator lamp next to the control key also lights up Indicators left This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left hand direction indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s left hand direction indicators Indicators right This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s right hand direction indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s right hand direction indicators Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights 59 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Battery voltage indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Red Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries The indicator shows a more exact value after approximately 1 minute of travel Z CAUTION The battery voltage indicator
32. ctivates the wheelchairs hazards lights This function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to deactivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Depress the but ton to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights 41 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display External On Off Switch Jack This allows the user to turn the control system on and off using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External Profile Mode Switch Jack
33. e control system s electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors WARNING Do not use the on off key to stop the wheelchair except in an emergency You may be thrown out of the chair or you may shorten the life of the wheelchair s drive system Horn Pressing the switch produces a sound signal for attracting attention Max speed choice of profile These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchairs maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile 58 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Mode With the Mode key the user can scroll between the control system s available operating modes The available modes depend on the programming and on which other output devices are connected to the control system Hazard lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s hazard lights Hazard lights are used when the wheelchair is stationary in a position which may represent a risk or an obstacle for others Press this key to activate the hazard lights Press it again to deactivate them When the hazard lights are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s direction indicators Lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Press this key to switch on the lights Press it again to switch them off When the lights are a
34. e risk of damage to the wheelchair Negotiating obstacles must always be done with great care Max 3 in Z WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles of a height greater than 3 inches Negotiating obstacles must always be done with great care Z WARNING Operating the seat lift seat tilt and or backrest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over hence those seat functions shall only be used on level ground driving in low speed with great caution 77 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving downhill You should always drive downhill at low speed and with great caution Avoid braking suddenly and sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving downhill on an uneven sur face for example grass gravel sand ice and snow Safe slope 6 AR Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 10 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 WARNING A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed 78 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving uphill You should always drive uphill with great caution Avoid sudd
35. e slowest speed and proceed with caution Driving down an incline in a front wheel drive wheelchair can shift the user s center of gravity forward If the wheelchair rolls faster than you would like stop the wheelchair by releasing the joystick and begin descending again at a slower speed Avoid sudden stops or starts Stop by releasing joystick rather than by turning the power off Turning off power while the wheelchair is in motion will cause the wheelchair to stop suddenly When driving up an incline try to keep moving at a steady speed Stopping and starting the chair while moving up an incline makes the wheelchair more difficult to control Do not drive up or down slopes with a gradient greater than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk that the wheel chair will not maneuver safely Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Operation Inclines Do not drive the wheelchair where the sideways gradient is more than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk of tipping over Do not drive up or down ramps that are not equipped with proper edge protection along the sides of the ramp to prevent the wheelchair from falling off of the ramp When driving up an incline be sure to drive your wheelchair straight up the incline perpendicular Driving at an angle up an incline increases the risk of tipping or falling U
36. elevators ramps etc Also beconscious of the risk of pinching and or crushing when you use the electrical seat lift and other seating functions in particular when the wheelchair has been run in under a table workbench or the like Outdoors you must remember to drive very slowly on steep downhill slopes and to observe great care when driving on uneven surfaces on uphill slopes with side ways slopes and when negotiating obstacles Always maintain a safe distance from the edge when driving close to drop offs and precipices and drive using the lowest speed possible for the terrain We recommend that you make repeated test drives in surroundings in which you know you feel secure so that you are quite familiar with how the wheelchair and its accessories behave in different situations before you begin using the wheelchair in public areas 63 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving General Make sure that the control system is mounted securely and that the joystick position is correct The body part that you use to operate the joystick should be supported for example by the wheelchair arm pad Do not use the joystick as the sole support for your hand or limb wheelchair movements and bumps could upset your control Make sure the wheel lock release lever is fully pushed into the chassis wheel locks NOT released WARNING Always make sure your feet are correct and securely positioned on the foot plates before you oper
37. en evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving uphill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow Safe slope 6 WARNING Do not drive uphill on a gradient greater than 10 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A WARNING A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tip ping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed 79 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving on Sideways Slopes Driving on a sideways slope must always be performed with great care Avoid abrupt avoidance maneuvers and never maintain a speed higher than that at which you can maneuver the wheelchair in a safe and secure manner When driving on sideways slopes with an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice or snow a great deal of extra care must be observed Max 6 Z WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on sideways slopes of greater than 6 degrees There is a risk of tipping over A WARNING Operating the seat lift seat tilt and or backrest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over hence those seat functions shall only be used on level ground driving in low speed with great c
38. ends upon how much voltage there is in the batteries With fully charged batteries all lights are lit Slowly blinking red lights 1 2 The batteries need to be charged immediately Rapidly blinking 1 10 lights Error signals an error has arisen and the wheelchair can not be driven CAUTION the number of blinking lights Turn off the wheelchair Turn the wheelchair back on again If the error persists count the number of blinking lights check possible causes and solutions in the table on the adjoining page Don t use the wheelchair before you get it repaired or get other instructions from your service provider Z WARNING The remedying of errors that are indicated via the control panel display must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Permobil Inc is not responsible for personal injuries or damage resulting from inappropriate or wrong performed repairs A CAUTION If the error is in a non active module then drive will still be possible however the diagnostic screen will appear intermittently 102 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 ERROR CODE 0000 ea Oo e O Q000 e Oo e O e2000 O 000 e Oo e O KS J O moc e O oon J O en ee J O o00o e o e O 000o e Oo 000o e O00 e Tr
39. esecereeeeeneeeeeeates 6 5 mph ELEKTRONIKSYSTEM VR2 ELEKTRONIKSYSTEM R Net Electronics Electronics PM70 PM70 A2 PM80 PM120 Control Panel Control Panel JSM JSM L JSM L SV Batteries Batteries Recommended Battery Type Group 34 Gel Recommended Battery Type Group 34 Gel Battery Capacity 2x60 Ah Battery Capacity 2x60 Ah Charging Time approx 8 hour Charging Time approx 8 hour Fuses Fuses Main FUS Ginnie 63A Main FuS 2i 4 2 2sceecttesses 63A Required Operating Force Required Operating Force JOYSUCK iseina ieee 1 5 Nm JOYSUCK oe ceersceodsics eanteeeaydves 1 5 Nm BUTLONS cs ccesteersssvevdowes secmeeueiecees 2 0 Nm BUTONS esccerdsccotecvedccctesncescevedvod 2 0 Nm 101 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide VR2 Diagnostics Battery charge indicator Whenever an error on the wheelchair s control system occurs information about this is shown on the control panel s battery charge indicator and the speed indi cator by one or more blinking LED s This information can be used for diagnosing the error The remedying of errors that are indicated via the blinking LED s must be per formed by a person with sufficient expertise to be able to perform such in a professional manner Always contact an authorized serviceman when in doubt More information about service and repairs is found in the chassis service manual Constant light Everything is in order How many lights are lit dep
40. f any of the shrouds or the joystick boot has cracks or tears they must be replaced immediately Failure to do so can allow moisture to enter the elec tronics and cause personal injury or property damage including fire Do not operate your wheelchair in icy or slippery conditions These conditions can lower the performance and safety of your wheelchair which could lead to an accident personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair CAUTION Extreme care should be exercised when using oxygen in close proximity to electric circuits and other combustible materials Contact your oxygen supplier for instruction in use of oxygen Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly secured and that the wheel locks are engaged When transporting the wheelchair in a motor vehicle the wheel chair must be secured by fastening straps through the brackets in the front and the back each marked with a yellow sticker Do not connect the fastening straps to any other part of the wheelchair Secure the wheelchair according to the manufacturer of the vehicle restraint sys tems fastening straps instructions Always make sure that the fastening points on the transport vehicle are well anchored Transportation in Motor Vehicles Permobil recommends t
41. ft in your batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Red Charge the batteries The best way for you to use the indicator is to learn how it behaves as youdrive your wheelchair Like the fuel gauge in a car it is not completely accurate but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops because the bat teries are discharged The indicator gives you a more accurate reading about a minute after you start driving the wheelchair Z CAUTION The voltage indicator also serves as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronic system See page 82 83 for more information 34 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Speed display Speed Indicates the adjusted speed at which the wheelchair is set 1 2lamps Low speed 3 4 lamps Medium speed 5 lamps Maximum speed Profile In special circumstances the wheelchair can be programmed with more then one profile In these cases the display shows the selected profile Z CAUTION The speed display also serves as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronic system See page 82 83 for more information 35 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Locking Unlocking the Wheelchair The wheelchair can be locked to prevent unauthorized use Locking e Make sure the wheelchair
42. ge and the way they are made These factors will affect the distance you can travel in your wheelchair between charging the batteries All wheelchair batteries will gradually lose their capacity as they age The most important factor that reduces the life of your batteries is the amount of charge you take from the batteries before you recharge them Battery life is also reduced by the number of times you charge and discharge the batteries To make your batteries last longer do not allow them to become completely discharged Always recharge your batteries promptly after they are discharged If your battery gauge reading seems to fall more quickly than usual your batteries may be worn out Z CAUTION If the batteries should be drained completely it is important that you charge them up again as soon as possible since a complete loss of charge reduces the lifespan of the batteries Z WARNING Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and protective eye glasses Only chargers with a max 10 A charging current average value may be used The RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12A Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done in a bathroom or wet room The charger s charging cable must not be extended The charger can become hot and hence must
43. hair s electronics are checked If any fault has occurred in these parts this is displayed on the control panel s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent person nel with good knowledge of the wheelchair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model Permanently on All in order The number of lamps that light up depends on the voltage remaining in the batteries If the batteries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly flashing red lamps 1 2 The batteries need recharging immediately Rapid flashes 1 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair cannot be driven Switch off the wheelchair e Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are con nected correctly Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flas hing lamps and check for a possible cause and remedy in the table on the adjoining page Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other instructions from your service contact WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s elec tronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair work ma
44. hat users NOT be transported in any kind of vehicle while in their wheelchair unless the user is in an approved Permobil wheel chair configuration has secured the wheelchair according to the appropriate crash test standards and is using a seatbelt attached to the vehicle The only other safe alternative is that users be transferred into factory vehicle seating for transportation and use safety restraints made available by the auto industry Unless using a crash tested approved Permobil wheelchair never sit in your wheelchair while in a moving vehicle In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair and seriously injured or killed Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Maintenance and Service Carry out only the service and maintenance which are stated in the Owner s Manual All other service and maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products During all work on the electrical system of the wheelchair the Circuit Breaker must always be in OFF position To avoid the risk of electric shock use extreme caution when using metal objects while working on the batteries Short circuiting can easily c
45. he control panel Put the circuit breaker in the OFF position It is accessed through a hole in the chassis cover see fig Lift the front cover upwards for wards so that the hook and loop fastener on the inside of the cover releases see page 68 Remove the chassis top cover it s fitted with two knobs see fig Pull the rear cover backwards so that the hook and loop fastener on the inside of the cover releases 96 Maintenance and Repairs The circuit breaker is accessed through a hole in the chassis cover w Chassis rear cover Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Changing the batteries Rear battery 8 Loosen the two screws and lift the chassis rear plate with the electro nics and main fuse turn the plate upside down and sideways without removing the security wire see fig below N AR The security wire fitted between the chassi and the plate must not be removed as this could lead to a short circuit Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protec tive gloves and protective eye glasses The batteries are heavy and must be han dled with care Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions 9 Loosen the battery terminals Also see the sticker on the rear cover
46. he control system or affect the E M C perfor mance of the wheelchair g Charging plug Connect he charging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 47 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons Cs On Off A Horn Button ROFL mope Speedbuttons Decrease PROFILE Increase Mode Profile Button A a Hazard Button amp LED Lights Button amp LED r O Left Indicator Button amp LED Right Indicator Button amp LED Only active if the wheelchair is equipped with lights On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics wich in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Z WARNING Do not use the On Off Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed
47. heel Drive wheel 3 Seat 8 Chassis 4 Legrest 9 Armrest 5 Foot Plate 24 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Driving The Permobil C350 is equipped with a drive package for each drive wheel The drive package consists of an electric motor with a drive gear and magnetic wheel lock Drive gear Electric motor Wheel lock Shock absorber The wheelchair is equipped with four shock absorbers Adjustment Adjustment should to be performed by personnel who are well acquainted with the design and functionality of the C350 When adjustment is needed contact your nearest Authorized Permobil Service Center Shock absorbers 25 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Wheels The wheelchair s rear wheels the drive wheels are available with pneumatic or Flat Free Foam Filled tires The front wheels the caster wheels have solid polyurethane tires Lights and reflectors The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors on the front rear and sides Front rear lights and turn indicators are optional Front reflectors Side reflector 26 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Batteries The wheelchair s batteries are located under the covers of the chassis Both of the batteries are easily accessible for maintenance and replacement Rear battery Circuit Breaker The C350 is equipped with an automatic Circuit Breaker which can
48. hould stop the wheelchair under any circumstances In the case of an emergency if the wheelchair continues to move after releasing the joystick turn the wheelchair off by pressing the On Off button 67 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling R Net control panel Locking unlocking the wheelchair The control system can be locked in two different ways Either by using a key sequence on the keypad or with a physical key The method used depends on how the system has been programmed Locking with the keypad Press and hold down the on off key while the control system is active After 1 second the control system emits a beep Release the on off key Move the joystick forwards until the control system emits a beep Move the joystick back until the control system emits a beep Release the joystick You will hear a long beep The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen Unlocking Press the on off key if the control system is switched off On control panels without display the LEDs on the speed indicator will wander backwards and forwards Move the joystick forwards until the control system emits a beep Move the joystick back until the control system emits a beep Release the joystick You will hear a long beep The wheelchair is now unlocked Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling R Net control panel Locking with a key e Press the on off key if the contro
49. illustrations and specifications are based upon the product information that was available at the time that these operating instruc tions were printed Pictures and illustrations that are found in these operating instructions are representative examples and not intended to be exact depictions of the various parts of the wheelchair We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice Ordering of Documentation If you are in need of another copy of the Owner s Manual it can be ordered from Permobil ask for item No 205218 US 0 Indication for Use The intended use of the C350 series of the powered wheelchair is to provide indoor and outdoor mobility to persons limited to a seating position that are capable of operating a powered wheelchair The C350 series of the powered wheelchair is intended for sale OTC Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Important Information TECHNICAL SUPPORT In the event of technical problems you should contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA at 1 800 736 0925 Always state the chassis serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided SPARE PARTS amp ACCESSORIES Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through your dealer SCRAPPING THE WHEELCHAIR Contact Permobil Inc for information about scrapping agreements in force WARRANTY A warranty registration card is attached to each new wheelchair The Permobil Inc Product Warranty Informa
50. is turned on Press and hold the start up button for approximately 1 sec until a short beep release the button Push the joystick forward untill a short beep then push the joystick back wards until a short beep e Release the joystick a longer beep indicates that the wheelchair is locked Unlocking Turn on the wheelchair the speed indicator will scroll forward and back ward e Push the joystick forward untill a short beep then push the joystick back wards until a short beep Release the joystick a longer beep indicates that the wheelchair is unlocked 36 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Joystick The joystick is used to regulate the speed of the wheelchair forward or back ward to turn and to brake The speed is regulated proportionally by moving the joystick forward or back ward The wheelchair s travel speed is directly proportional to the movement of the joystick a small movement gives low speed a large movement gives high speed The wheelchair is turned by moving the joystick to the left or to the right The wheelchair is braked by moving the joystick back to the neutral position or by letting it go _ Joystick 37 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display General The Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the fron
51. iving on a Loose or Soft Surface When the wheelchair is set to its lowest speed and the batteries are not fully charged driving on certain surfaces for example gravel sand or thick carpet ing can involve constrained navigability Driving in Darkness Driving in the dark may only be done if your wheelchair is equipped with func tioning lighting in the front and the back or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather con ditions however to minimize the risk of being caught in difficult situations you should avoid using the wheelchair outdoors during for example severe cold heavy rain or thick snow Also bear in mind that certain surfaces on the wheelchair can be heated up or cooled down in the event of prolonged exposure to intense sunlight or cold respectively Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Driving with Seat Lift Seat Tilt Backrest Recline Be careful in making sure that nothing gets stuck between the chassis and the seat when the seat lift seat tilt is operated Operating the seat lift seat tilt backrest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over Always drive in low speed and only use those seat functions on level ground and not on hills ramps slopes or other inclines Using those seat func tions while driving
52. l system is switched off e Insert and remove the key from the charging contact on the control panel The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen Unlocking e Press the on off key if the control system is switched off On control panels without display the LEDs on the speed indicator will wander backwards and forwards Insert and remove the key from the charging contact e The wheelchair is now unlocked 69 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R net electronics Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory locations Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display see illustration 2 Move the joystick to the left or Seat function activated right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display Z CAUTION 3 Move the joystick forwards or back wards to activate the function If the symbol M appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory Below is an example of the icons that function has been
53. l the arrow next to the memory symbol M disap pears Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more MODE PROFILE times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the F control panel display see illustration on s gt previous page Save function activated 73 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R Net LED Not applicable to all seat models On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest angle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick Other seat functions require a separate seat con trol panel Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until the LED for a seat function lights up 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The LED for the selected seat function will light up 3 Move the joystick forwards or back wards to activate the function Seat indicator Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The LED for the selected function will light up 74 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Seat functions R Net LED Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration 75 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Driving Rules Support
54. lchair and that they must be transported in special boxes that the airline can provide 2 The Dimensions and Weight of the Wheelchair The weight and dimensions of the wheelchair are significant in relation to the type of airplanes in which the wheelchair is to be transported Always check with the airline before traveling to make sure that the aircraft in question can accom modate your wheelchair Z CAUTION The weight and dimensions of the wheelchair listed in this manual are based on the most common configurations of the wheelchair Wheelchairs which have had custom modifications or additional features may have different dimensions or weights Be sure to measure the dimensions of your particular chair whenever exact dimensions are critical or required Certain airlines can refuse to take acid batteries on board 86 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Transport General Advice for Air transport 3 Preventing Damages The electronic components as well as other critical parts in your wheelchair are highly sophisticated and fragile and care must be taken to protect them When transporting your wheelchair by air we recommend that you cover the control panel with soft shock absorbing material foamed plastic or similar and fold it in towards the center of the seat Protect other fragile parts in a similar fashion Tape any loose cables to the seat frame or covers Z CAUTION In order to ensure that the transport
55. ndition by switching the control system off and on again Battery indicator will ripple up and down If the wheelchair still can t be driven and the battery indicator is flashing rapidly after restarting it a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electronical system has been detected See further information in the section Troubleshooting on pages 102 103 108 65 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net Joystick Error R Net Control System If the joystick is moved from the central position before during or immediately after the control system is switched on the screen image for a shifted joystick will be displayed for 5 seconds On control panels without a display the LEDs on the battery voltage indicator will wander backwards and forwards instead If the joy stick is not released during this time a joystick error will be registered and the wheelchair will not drive To enable the wheelchair to drive again ensure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again Screen image Shifted joystick If R Net detects an error in the wheelchair electronics which needs attention a Diagnostics screen will appear on control panels with display See example below On control panels without display the battery voltage indicator LEDs will flash rapidly instead If this happens you should get in touch with your service contact as soon as possible E
56. nearest Permobil retailer for more information about the accessories available for your wheelchair 99 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The specifications given in the following pages are only applicable to the Permobil C350 chassis with Corpus Seat For size and weight information about each seat see the Owner s Manual accompanying the seat Length 42 Width 25 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Technical Specifications DATA General ANIM foo ea e eE E E Permobil C350 HeigAt eeneiige eea ia ii ee 44 Smallest Transport Size IXWXN oo eceeeeceeteeteeeeeteenees 35 5x25x31 Weight incl Batteries and Corpus Seat 313 Ibs ax Battery SIZC 22 c cie peeeccescegtusdestbdedaenentendestivaaiegeeet 10 2x6 6x7 Wheels THRE SIZEy BACK eiA teeri eoii raoi 3 00 x 8 Tire Size front 210x65 Recommended Air Pressure rear tires 29 psi 200kPa Performance RANGE RGB enata aE OaE e 18 22 miles inimum Turning Radius a 37 Turn round width a s veo 6 Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles Pac in ground clearence male Hill climbing ability 10 degrees afe slope assesses ag 6 degrees S Sideways Slope Capability 6 degrees Static stability downhill 18 degrees Static stability uphill 10 degrees Static stability sideways 12 degrees ax Speed Forward cceeccccccseeceeeeeece
57. not have anything covering it The charger must be positioned so that there is an air gap on all of its sides including below do not set the charger on thick carpeting for example The charger contact must be replaced if it is damaged or becomes hot during charging Both the contact on the charger s cord and the wheelchair s control panel should be replaced if one of them is damaged or worn Replacement must be performed by qualified personnel 82 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Handling Charging Connect the charger plug into the battery charging socket on the control panel The molded guide on the socket will help you to locate the plug Description and Use of Battery Charger see supplied Owner s Manual A CAUTION Ensure that the charger plug is pushed fully into position before turning on the battery charger You will not be able to drive the wheelchair when the charger is connected If the wheelchair does drive with the charger plugged in contact an Authorized Permobil service center as soon as possible Z WARNING Only use the battery charger that has been supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil The use of incorrect chargers could damage the batteries wheelchair control system or charger itself or may result in parts overheating creating the potential for burns or even fire To avoid sparking and unnecessary wear and tear of the wheelchair s charging socket be sure th
58. o that it does not break free and cause injury to vehicle occupants in the event of a collision A poorly fastened chair can cause extensive damage and injury both to the people in the transport vehicle as well as to the vehicle itself and the wheelchair if it comes loose 85 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Transport General Advice for Air transport Please refer to the Air Carrier Access Act at 49 USC 41705 and accompanying regulations at 14 CFR Part 382 for specific guidelines and regulations pertaining to transporting wheelchairs on aircraft in the United States Further guidelines on transporting powered wheelchairs and batteries can be found at the Department of Transportation hazardous materials regulations 49 CFR Parts 171 172 173 175 Due to the variance in aircraft sizes and cargo space dimensions always con tact the airline prior to traveling or purchasing a ticket to make sure that your Permobil can be accommodated When transporting your wheelchair by air these three items must be considered 1 Batteries Gel batteries In most cases they don t need to be taken out of the wheelchair If your wheelchair is equipped with a Main Fuse the electrical connections to the batteries must be disconnected and insulated If your wheelchair has a Circuit Breaker make sure the Circuit Breaker is in OFF position Acid batteries liquid electrolyte Most airlines require that the batteries be taken out of the whee
59. ocus symbol If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhiited from driving then the symbol will flash When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this sym bol will be flashed 52 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Motor Temperature QO This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Control system Temperature l Timer Pa E Stop E Stop This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass If the control system is programmed for latched operation then it is normal for an Emergency Stop Switch to be connected into the External Profile Switch Jack If the Emergency Stop Switch is operated or disconnected this symbol will flash 53 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display Installation menu The in
60. on inclines can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Center of Balance The possibility of this wheelchair tipping and the point where this wheelchair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance Please CAUTION that the following factors can affect the wheelchair s center of bal ance e Elevation of the seat e Height and angle of the seat Body position or weight distribution Driving on an incline such as a ramp or a hill e Use of a backpack or other accessories depending on the amount of weight added If your wheelchair begins to move in an unexpected manner immediately release the joystick to stop the wheelchair Except in an emergency do NOT use the on off button to stop your wheelchair as this will cause the wheelchair to stop abruptly and may cause personal injury Fixed seat post Adjusting the seat height may only be performed by an authorized service provider See the service manual for more information Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven Transfer into and out of the chair Be sure that the power is turned OFF before entering or leaving the wheel chair and before lifting the control side armrest When transferring into or out of the wheelchair every precaution sh
61. oubleshooting Guide POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1 LED Low battery voltage Check the battery and the connections between the battery and the control unit 2 LED Open circuit left drive motor Check the connection to the right drive motor 3 LED Short circuit left drive motor Check the drive motor connections and cable 4 LED Open circuit right drive motor Check the connection to the right drive motor 5 LED Short circuit right drive motor Check the drive motor connections and cable 6 LED Charger connected Remove the charge plug from the chargesocket on the control panel 7 LED Joystickerror Make sure the joystick isn t actuated at switch on change the control panel 8 LED Control System Error Check the contacts to the power module If the fault persists change the poweer module 9 LED Failure in wheel lock circuit Check the connections to the magnetic wheel lock 10 LED High battery voltage Check the battery and the connections between the battery and the control unit 7 5 LED Comunication error Check the control panel cable for damage and make sure the cable connections aren t loose 8 2 LED Actuator error If the wheelchair has more then one actuator check which one is nt working Make sure the cable connections aren t loose 103 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide Diagnostics R Net LCD Whenever an error on the wheelchair s control system occurs information about
62. ould be taken to reduce the distance between the wheelchair and the place to which the user is transferring Overextending this distance can cause user to over exert lose balance or fall Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assis tance of an attendant Use caution when bending or reaching Never use the joystick as a handhold or point of support Do not use foot plates or armrests as supports when transferring into or out of the wheelchair The footplates and armrests are not designed to be weight bearing structures Excessive force may cause them to give way resulting in personal injury or property damage including damage to the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Passengers The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers regardless of the age of the passenger The Maximum User Weight stated in the Owner s Manual for your seating system includes the user and any personal effects The Maximum limit should not be exceeded The wheelchairs maneuverability and stability can be degraded as a result Environmental Conditions Protect your wheelchair from exposure to any type of moisture including rain snow or wash Exposure to moisture can cause the chair to short circuit catch fire and cause personal injury or property damage Do not operate your wheel chair if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried completely I
63. rciirenisuianniuiia na 98 ACCOSSOMNICS i vcsec ersncivve chen dnns eevee ae a iaaa addaa aiiai 99 TECHNICAL Specifications lt i x iecesdecscibesvecgsec ss dedead eves be sageds cosehse sages chee gees tee thadgeideenestece 100 Troubleshooting Guide vc ened nae dete seed ee 102 Important Information about Electromagnetic Interference EMI scere 109 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Important Information Important Information about this Owner s Manual We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair Our goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and under stand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and characteristics of the wheelchair and how you can use them in the best manner possible They also contain important safety and maintenance information as well as describing possible problems that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheel chair since the need for important information can arise concerning its use safety and maintenance It is also possible to obtain information concerning our products from our home page on the Internet You can find us at www permobil com All information pictures
64. rging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket Z WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 31 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons The number of function buttons depends on the wheelchairs configuration On Off 2 2 Horn Button Hazard Button amp LED Lights Button amp LED Speedbuttons Decrease Increase O O Seat Function Button Left Indicator Button amp LED Right Indicator Button amp LED Only on wheelchairs with lights Only on wheelchairs with electric seat functions 32 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Power Switch On Off Button to power up and power down the wheelchair This button must be pressed for the chair to operate Z WARNING Do not use the Power Switch Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components Warning Horn Press the button to sound the horn and attract attention Hazard Warning Button and LED This button activates deactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when
65. rly the electronics of the wheelchair itself can also emit electromagnetic fields that can affect the immediate surroundings for example certain alarm systems in businesses The limit values for Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC with respect to power wheelchairs is set in the harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Devices Directive No 93 42 EEC Permobil s electronic wheelchair s comply with these limit values Also see Important Information about Electromagnetic Interference EMl on page 109 110 23 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function Design and function General The Permobil C350 is an power wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving intended for persons with functional impairments The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat The chassis contains the wheelchair s electronics power supply and drive functions The seat consists of the seat frame seat plate backrest armrest legrest seat lift and possible accessories and additional options such as a head support calfrest chest support etc The Permobil C350 can be combined with different seat models which are supplied with separate operating instructions In these operating instructions we have chosen to show the wheelchair with our Corpus seat The management of the chassis and most of its functions are the same regardless of which seat model is selected Overview 1 Backrest 6 Front Wheel 2 Control Panel 7 Rear W
66. rs Changing rear tire inner tube CAUTION Applies only if your wheelchair is equipped with air filled drive tires 1 Put the wheelchair up on blocks so that the wheel is free and then let the air out of it 2 Force the tire off the rim if drive wheel has a one piece rim If drive wheel has a split rim remove the socket head cap screws holding the rim together 3 Replace the inner tube 4 If using a one piece drive rim put the tire back on the rim and fill with air If using a split rim assemble the rim back together again with the tire check that the inner tube is not caught anywhere between the parts of the rim and fill with air Replacement of caster tire inner tube CAUTION Applies only if your wheelchair is equipped with air filled caster tires 1 Put the wheelchair up on blocks so that the wheel is free and then let the air out of it 2 Disassemble the rim by unscrewing the socket head cap screws that are holding the rim together 3 Replace the inner tube 4 Assemble the rim back together again with the tire check that the inner tube is not caught anywhere between the parts of the rim and fill with air A WARNING The recommended air pressure for front tires is 29 psi 200 kPa Overfilling causes a risk of explo sion Incorrect tire pressure can involve a deterioration of stability and manueverability so check regularly that the tire contains the prescribed air pressure 92 Owner s Man
67. s TV sets CD players and casette players and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers so far we know are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powered wheelchair 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 brak ing Therefore the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with the control system of the powered wheelchair WARNINGS Electromagnetic interference 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 reduced the chance of unintended wheel lock release or powered wheelchair movement which could result in serious injury Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citi zens band CB radios or turn ON personal communications devices such as cellular phones while the powered wheelchair is turned ON e Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them If unintended movement or wheel lock release
68. s may attack the vinyl and cause eventual degradation Coated Metal For normal cleaning wash coated metal surfaces with a soft cloth soaked in detergent and warm water rinse thoroughly and dry Remove scuff marks from low gloss coatings with pre softened paste wax fol lowing the manufacturer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from high gloss coatings using automotive polishing compounds either liquid or paste After polishing apply a pre softened automotive paste wax to restore original sheen Plastic For normal cleaning wash plastic surfaces with a soft cloth soaked in mild deter gent and warm water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners Z WARNING Do not rinse the wheelchair off with a water hose its electronics can be damaged The wheelchair must always be shut off while it is being cleaned 90 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Wheel Lock Release Check regularly approximately once per month the functionality of the wheel lock release It must not be possible to drive the wheelchair when the wheel locks are disengaged If the wheelchair is able to drive when the wheel locks are disengaged contact an Authorized Permobil service center immediately 91 Maintenance and Repairs aS Location of the release lever Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance and Repai
69. s that users be transferred into factory vehicle seating for transportation and use safety restraints made available by the auto industry Unless using a crash tested approved Permobil wheelchair never sit in your wheelchair while in a moving vehicle In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair and seriously injured or killed Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint If the wheelchair has to be transported with the user in the chair into the vehicle through a ramp the wheelchair shall be secured against tipping backwards by a person behind Wheelchair users should transfer to the vehicle seat and use the vehicle installed restraint system whenever it is feasible The vehicle restraint belt should not be worn twisted Always make sure that the vehicle restraint belt is not adjusted over sharp edges of the wheelchair The vehicle restraint belt should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components or parts such as the wheelchair s armrest or wheels All wheelchair mounted trays shall be removed and secured separately in the vehicle or be secured to the wheelchair When possible other auxiliary wheelchair equipment should be either secured to the wheelchair or removed from the wheelchair and secured in the vehicle during transit s
70. se extreme caution when driving up an incline Do not drive down or up a hazardous incline such as a surface covered with snow ice or wet leaves or a surface that is uneven Also avoid driving on ramps that do not have proper edge protection Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Operation Turning Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheel chair tipping and personal injury The possibility of tipping can be increased by high turning speed sharp turns uneven surfaces abrupt changes in direction and driving from an area of low traction e g lawn to an area of high traction e g sidewalk To protect against tipping personal injury and property damage reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning Operation Freewheel Mode In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level and dry surface before releasing the brakes In order to avoid personal injury do not use your Permobil in freewheel mode without an attendant present Do not attempt to put the wheelchair in freewheel mode by yourself while seated in it Do not put your Permobil in freewheel mode while on an incline This could cause the wheelchair to roll on its own causing injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Dr
71. stallation menu permits the user to set the clock the display brightness background color etc Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously Scroll through the menu by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by first selecting Exit at the bottom of the menu and then moving the joystick to the right Display Time Distance Backlight Background Diagnostics Setting the time Set Time Select Set Time in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting the time Then select Year Month Date Hours and Minutes by moving the joystick left or right Set the desired value by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by selecting Exit and then moving the joystick up or down Displaying the time Display Time Select Display Time in the menu Move the joystick right or left to select 12 or 24 hour display or Off to remove the clock from the display 54 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net Control panel R Net LCD color display Distance measurement Distance Select Distance in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting distance measurement Then select Total distance Trip Distance display or Reset by moving the joystick up or down Total distance Total Distance wo lon pan pa e Shows
72. stems may entail an increased risk of accidents Carefully follow the recommendations in the Handling section to prevent the risk of accidents in connection with driving All modifications to and interventions in the vital systems of the wheelchair must be performed by a qualified service technician Always contact a qualified service technician in cases of doubt 88 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs General Batteries Storage e CAUTION that a battery drains on its own and a discharged battery can freeze and burst when it is cold If the wheelchair must be stored without being used for a long period of time the batteries should always be charged up once per month so that they do not incur any damage e The wheelchair must not be stored in a room where condensation arises mist or dampness on the surfaces e g laundry rooms or similar rooms The wheelchair can be stored in an unheated room What is best for the wheelchair from a corrosion standpoint is that the room be some degrees warmer than its surroundings which keeps the room drier If the wheelchair is equipped with acid batteries liquid electrolyte the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is equipped with GEL batteries the fluid level need not be checked The lifespan of the batteries depends entirely upon regular charging Short term storage In order for the charging procedure to give a battery with good capacity the
73. t of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Function Buttons Joystick 38 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perfor mance of the wheelchair Charging plug Connect he charging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket Z WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 39 Design and Function R net Owner s Manual Permobil C350 R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons r CO Cs Co OG C Button mope Speedbuttons Decrease PROFILE Increase Mode Profile Button a io Hazard Button amp LED Lights Button amp LED O O gt Right Indicator Button amp LED Left Indicator
74. t position the wheelchair s front wheels must always be kept in a 90 degrees straight position A pointed forward or backwards With the front wheels pointed sideways B there is a risk that the leg rest with foot plates might be damage if they are hit against the front wheels There is also a risk for the user to get caught between the foot plates and wheels 29 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel The VR2 Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and indicator lights VR2 control panel overview Function Button tick Indicator Light Joystic The number of function buttons indicator lights depends on the configuration of the wheelchair for example with or without lights and seatfunctions Control panel on C350 Control panel on C350 with lights and without lights and seatfunctions seatfunctions 30 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Charger Programming Socket This socket should only be used for charging the wheelchair A VR2 compatible Hand held or PC Programmer can be connected to this socket in order to make changes to the wheelchair s driving characteristics This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other elec trical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair Charging plug Connect he cha
75. temperature in the storage room must not be lower than 41 F Storage at under 41 F increases the risk of the battery not being fully charged when it is to be used as well as increasing the risk of corrosion Long term storage Storage can occur in an unheated room however the battery should be mainte nance charged at least once per month Z WARNING Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and protective eye glasses 89 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance and Repairs With regular care and maintenance your Permobil will provide years of superior performance and satisfaction To maintain the finish quality of your wheelchair please follow the cleaning procedures provided below The instructions for the care and maintenance of Permobil products are provided to you as a service No warranty is implied since results may vary Vinyl Upholstery For normal cleaning wash vinyl upholstery with a soft cloth or soft bristled brush lathered with mild nonabrasive soap and lukewarm water Before the surface dries wipe with a clean dry cloth to remove any residue This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt or stains Ink spots can sometimes be removed by washing with soap and water followed by isopropyl alcohol Do not use any cleaning method that is not listed above as other method
76. the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Function Buttons Joystick 56 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perfor mance of the wheelchair Charging plug Connect he charging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket Z WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 57 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED Function keys There are a total of 9 function keys on the control panel with LEDs OOO IRR Battery voltage indicator l Horn N mone ill A Mode COOOO D Max speed profile i R indicator Lights Indicators left Max speed profile Indicators right Reduce increase e Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights On off key The on off key is the switch for th
77. the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights 49 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color display External On Off Switch Jack This allows the user to turn the control system on and off using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External Profile Mode Switch Jack This jack s function varies depending on the programming This allows the user to select Profiles using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External On Off switch jack External Profile switch jack 50 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LCD color displayl Display The status of the control system is shown in the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Below is a view of
78. the total distance traveled by a i a R A ia the control system Trip Distance Display Distance Clear Trip Distance Distance display Display Distance Exit Selects Trip or Total Distance in the x display Trip Trip Distance Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset Reset Clear trip distance Move the joystick to the right to reset the Trip measurer Exit Exit Move the joystick to the right to exit the installation menu Brightness Backlight Select Backlight in the menu Move the joystick to right or left to set the desired brightness for the display backlight Ten fixed levels are available from 10 100 Background Background Select Background in the menu Move the joystick right or left to select Blue White or Auto Blue Blue The display background is blue in all profiles White White The display background is white in all profiles Automatic Auto The display background is programmed in the various travel profiles E g blue background for slow profile for indoors travel and white background for rapid profile for outdoors travel Diagnostics Diagnostics For qualified technicians only 55 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function R net R Net control panel LED General The Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on
79. the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to deactivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button This button activates deactivates the wheelchair lights Push the button to activate the lights and push it again to deactivate them When the lights are activated the light LED lights up too Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decrease increase the maximum speed setting In special circumstances the drive electronics can be programmed to use Profiles When Profiles are programmed these buttons allow the user to change the profile of the control system instead of adjusting the maximum speed Seat Function Button If the wheelchair is fitted with seat actuators this button will enter and exit actua tor adjustment mode Turning Indicator Buttons This buttons activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left right indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Only on wheelchairs with lights Only on wheelchairs with electric seat functions 33 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Design and Function VR2 VR2 Control Panel Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator lets you know approximately how much charge is le
80. tion sets forth the conditions of the warranty Contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA for information about the warranty period for this wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions General An electric wheelchair is a motorized vehicle and special care must therefore be taken when it is used Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before operating your Permobil powered wheelchair Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the chair In order to reduce these risks you should read the Owner s Manual carefully in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to CAUTION items that have significant importance to safety concerns Z CAUTION Please use caution where this symbol appears Z WARNING Please use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears Failure to observe warnings can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any person s failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting from failure to exer cise good judgment The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of electric wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the wheelchair
81. to the wheelchair and its accessories If you discover that something has been damaged or in some other manner appears to be incorrect then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible before you continue the checks We recommend that you charge your wheelchair s batteries before you begin using it The chapter titled Charging the Batteries describes how to do this Always be sure that tires are inflated properly before driving If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong abort the test drive as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and get in touch with your service contact or Permobil for more information Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Operation Permobil recommends the use of wheelchair lights at all times user is riding near public rights of way Use extreme caution when driving near unprotected ledges drop offs or on elevated surfaces Unintended movement or excessive speed in these areas can lead to personal injury or property damage Do not drive the wheelchair over any curbs or edges higher than 3 inches When driving over a curb or similarly elevated surface you must cross the surface at a 90 degree angle perpendicular Crossing such surfaces at any other angle may result in the wheelchair tipping Reduce your speed when driving on uneven terrain or soft surfaces
82. ual Permobil C350 Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance and Repairs Tire pressure Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the prescribed tire pres sure An incorrect tire pressure can cause deterioration in stability and manuever ability plus extremely low air pressure can give rise to abnormal wear as well as shorter driving distances So check regularly to see that the tires are maintained at a pressure of 29 psi 200 kPa Filling with air 1 Unscrew the plastic cap on the air valve of the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the air valve and adjust the tire pres sure to the prescribed level Filling valve front tire Filling valve rear tire A WARNING The recommended air pressure for front tires is 29 psi 200 kPa Overfilling causes a risk of explo sion Incorrect tire pressure can involve a deterioration of stability and manueverability so check regularly that the tire contains the prescribed air pressure 93 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Changing the batteries Front battery 1 2 Place the wheelchair on a level sur face Run fold out the leg support and raise the seat lift Turn off the main power switch on the control panel Put the circuit breaker in the OFF position It is accessed through a hole in the chassis cover see fig Lift the front cover upwards for wards so that the hook and loop fastener on the inside of the cover
83. unity level the greater the protection The immunity level of this powered wheelchair model as shipped with no further modification is 20V m in the range of 26 MHz to 1000 MHz There are a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by following 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 na mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples includes citizens band CB radios walkie talkie security fire and police transceivers cel lular telephones and other personal communication devices CAUTION 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 3 LONG RANGE TRANSMITTERS AND TRANSCEIVERS such as commercial broad cast transmitter radio and TV broadcast antenna tower and amateur HAM radios Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Electromagnetic Interference CAUTION Other types of hand held devices such as cordless phones laptop computers AM FM radio
84. uthorized individuals is avoided Never store the wheelchair in a room in which condensation can arise mist or dampness on the surfaces e g in pool areas laundry rooms or similar rooms If you are unsure as to how your wheelchair and its accessories should be properly stored contact your equipment supplier or an Authorized Permobil provider for more information Damages malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expect ed or if you suspect that something is wrong Stop driving as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and contact an Authorized Permobil service center or Permobil for more information It s also of greatest importance that Permobil be informed if the wheelchair and its accessories have been subjected to transport damages damages during driving or damages due to another cause as soon as possible after the event There exists a risk that the wheelchair and its accessories can no longer be used in a safe and secure manner 22 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Recycling of Batteries Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions EMC Requirements The electronics of an power wheelchair can be affected by external electro magnetic fields for example from mobile telephones Simila
85. y make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that may occur on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work Z CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started 106 Owner s Manual Permobil C350 Troubleshooting Guide 1 Lamp Low battery voltage Check the condition of the battery Check the contact between the battery and the control unit 2 Lamps Failure in left hand drive motor Check the connection to the left hand drive motor 3 Lamps Short circuit in left hand drive motor Check the drive motor s contacts and cables 4 Lamps Failure in right hand drive motor Check the connection to the right hand drive motor 5 Lamps Short circuit in right hand drive motor Check the drive motor s contacts and cables 6 Lamps Battery charger connected Disconnect the battery charger 7 Lamps Joystick error Check that the joystick is not being moved when the wheelchair is started 8 Lamps Control system error Check the contacts to the output stage 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit Check the contacts to the magnetic brake 10 Lamps High battery voltage Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the control unit

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