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1. eene 64 Page 4 03 2011 B500 online e europe Hl Rock Table of contents 6 15 3 Disinfection u 64 7 Maintenance repair eese 65 7 1 Safety Instructions ssesseeees 65 7 2 Maintenance eeeeeeeeernnne emen 65 7 2 4 Maintenance intervals sse 66 7 3 cec 69 7 3 4 Replacing a defective fuse ss 69 7 3 2 Replacing a defective bulb 71 7 3 8 Replacing the battery seeseeee 73 7 4 Troubleshooting eene 73 7 4 1 Types of notifications 0 0 cece eee eens 74 7 4 Wheelchair control unit fault overview 75 7 4 3 Attendant control fault overview 76 8 Disposal cte en 78 8 1 Safety Instructions oo cece e ree eee eee 78 8 2 Disposal Information sssersr nr 78 9 Legal information necesse 78 9 1 Service life cete o deett E Ea esas 78 9 2 IK M 78 9 3 CE Conformily iere teri rene etit hne 79 9 4 Warranty terns rusii terni ires 79 10 Appendices eeeeeeeeeee eene ennt 79 10 1 Technical data ui eden 79 B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 5 Foreword OMe Rock 1 Foreword INFORMATION These instructions for use user can be viewed and downloaded from our website www ottobock com It i
2. 6 15 2 Cleaning The power wheelchair must be cleaned regularly depend ing on the amount of use and the degree of soiling m Clean the control panel battery charger armrest and trim components with a damp cloth and mild cleaning solution m Use a dry brush to clean the seat and back upholstery as well as the seat cushion m Use a damp plastic brush to clean the wheels and frame 6 15 3 Disinfection gt Wipe all parts of the wheelchair down with disinfectant Important information about disinfecting m Water based disinfectants should be used Observe the usage information provided by the manufacturer W Prior to disinfection clean the seat and back uphol stery seat cushion control panel and armrest Page 64 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Maintenance repair 7 Maintenance repair 7 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Improper maintenance repair or adjustment work Risk of falling tipping or incorrect user posture damage to the product gt The power wheelchair may only be serviced by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock The func tionality and operating safety of the power wheelchair must be verified and a service performed at least 1 x per year gt In case of frequent user changes children and grow ing youth or changing clinical pictures the power wheelchair should be inspected adjusted and ser viced 1 x every six months gt Rep
3. Fig 15 VR2 control panel version 2 1 Joystick 2 Direction Indicator Left Right Button 3 Select Additional Power Functions Button 3A Seat function 1 LED display 3B Seat function 2 LED display 4 Decrease Speed Button 5 Increase Speed Button 6 Selected speed level LED display Warning Flasher On Off Button Horn Button Lights On Off Button On Off Button Battery capacity LED dis play 6 4 2 Buttons and display functions Joystick The speed and driving direction are controlled with the joy stick When a seat option is activated the joystick operates this seat option On Off Button Holding this button turns the power wheelchair on or off and activates deactivates the drive away lock Decrease Speed and Increase Speed Buttons Pressing the button briefly increases decreases the speed level The acoustic signal changes when the maximum speed level is reached Select Additional Power Options Button Pressing this button toggles through seat function 1 seat function 2 no seat function The selected seat function is indicated by the LEDs Seat function 1 2 LED display This LED display shows the currently active power add on function B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 27 Operation Otto Rock Horn Button The horn will sound as long as the button is pressed Warning Flasher On Off Button All 4 warning flashers are activated deactivat
4. i A i Fig 44 Headlight gt During installation ensure that the plates are seated T een accurately in the housing 1 Notch apply screwdriver here 2 LED headlight B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 71 Maintenance repair OMe Rock Replacing the front direction indicator bulb 1 Set a small screwdriver into the notch in the direction indicator housing and flip the cover down see Fig 44 item 2 Remove the cover Turn the defective bulb slightly to unlock it then remove it Grasp the new bulb with a cloth set it into the socket and lock it in place Set the cover in place hook it on and press it down tightly Fig 45 Replacing the front direction indicator bulb Replacing the LED headlight The LED headlight is maintenance free If repairs are required the authorised person who fitted the wheelchair can help Replacing the bulbs in the rear light and rear direction indicator 1 Loosen and remove the 2 Phillips head screws Remove the plate 3 Push the bulb slightly to the right Pull the bulb out to the front along the left of the spring loaded plates 5 Install the new bulb 6 Set the plate in place 7 Install and tighten the 2 Phillips head screws Page 72 03 2011 B500 online e europe Maintenance repair Fig 46 Rear light without cover 7 3 3 Replacing the battery Batteries may only be replaced by authorised personnel 7 4 Trouble
5. If the power wheelchair is equipped with a drive wheel sus pension then the batteries are stored in a drawer Fig 33 Steering caster suspension Fig 34 Drive wheel suspension 6 12 5 Locking the steering casters The power wheelchair may be equipped with a steering caster lock These serve to lock the steering casters in the forward dir ection so that turning is no longer possible Having the power wheelchair drive in a perfectly straight line increases safety when driving on ramps or using elevators Engaging the steering caster lock gt Push the folding lever on the front of the frame to the side a bit until it disengages from the centre position B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 57 Operation The bolt at the bottom edge of the front frame extends and engages with the front fork as soon as the power wheelchair faces straight ahead see Fig 35 left The steering casters are locked The power wheelchair drives straight in both forward and reverse Disengaging the steering caster lock gt Turn the folding lever to the middle position until it engages The lever is in the unlocked position see Fig 35 right i wivel ADE seed casters are unlocked and can swive Fig 35 Steering caster lock engaged and disengaged freely again 6 12 6 Rear bumper The power wheelchair may be equipped with a bumper The bumper provides incr
6. he Rock Preparation for use Adjusting the control panel to the forearm length 1 Loosen the 3 set screws on the bottom of the armrest 2 Slide the rail with control panel forwards or backwards INFORMATION If the control panel rail is too long then the excess length can be trimmed 3 Tighten the 3 set screws on the bottom of the armrest E l Ag Fig 9 Adjusting the control panel Changing the control panel side By default the control panel is mounted on the side spe cified in the order It can also be mounted on the other side later on if the user so desires INFORMATION The control panel mounting side may only be changed by authorised personnel 5 3 7 Changing control unit parameters A WARNING Wrong configuration settings Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Programming may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Otto Bock and the control unit manufacturer are not liable in case of damage caused by programming which was not per formed properly and or which was not adjusted prop erly according to the user s abilities gt Note that modified parameter settings in the configur ation can lead to changes in driving characteristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration brak ing or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable driving characteri
7. Overloading may cause the spindle nut to break causing the seat to sag or the backrest to flip back suddenly Improper use of power seat options Risk of damage to the product gt When using power seat options note that the seat function actuators are not designed for continuous use only for short term use under limited loads 10 load 90 idle time gt Observe the following guidelines At maximum load capacity 10 seconds of activation time must be fol lowed by approx 90 seconds of idle time The power seat functions are considered independently of the driving function for this purpose gt Only activate the power seat functions if no fault or error is present 6 8 2 Power seat tilt The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a power seat tilt function The power seat tilt function allows the seat to be tilted for example to relief pressure The seat can be tilted back con tinuously up to an angle of 20 B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 43 Operation OMe Rock Fig 19 Power seat tilt 6 8 3 Power back angle adjustment The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a power back angle adjustment feature The power back angle adjustment feature allows for con tinuous tilting of the backrest up to 30 Fig 20 Power back angle adjustment 6 8 4 Controlling power seat functions m f the po
8. 6 Allen head bolt for height adjustment Adjusting the armrest to the forearm length 1 Loosen the 2 Allen head screws on the bottom of the armrest see Fig 7 2 Slide the armrest with the spare tube forward or back wards along the attachment rail to the desired position 3 Tighten the 2 Allen head screws Fig 7 Adjusting the armrest depth 5 3 4 Adjusting the footrests INFORMATION To remove and install the footrests see Page 23 B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 19 Preparation for use Ode Rock Adjusting the lower leg length A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crushing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down 1 Loosen the 2 Allen head screws on the footrest bar see Fig 8 2 Slide the footplate up down to the desired position INFORMATION Do not pull the footrest bar more than 160 mm out of the bracket otherwise it no longer provides secure support 8 Re tighten the footrest bar screws Fig 8 Adjusting the lower leg length 5 3 5 Adjusting the belt lengths To adjust the belt lengths see Page 54 5 3 6 Adjusting the control panel INFORMATION The power wheelchair can be equipped with an optional swing away control panel holder see Page 53 Page 20 03 2011 B500 online e europe
9. and specified tie down points 6 13 2 Reducing the transportation size 1 Flip the footrests up 2 Remove the side panels 3 Fold the backrest forward and onto the seat surface Page 60 03 2011 B500 online e europe Otto Rock Operation Fig 37 Power wheelchair with reduced transportation size Fig 38 Folding the backrest down Folding down the backrest without back angle Folding down the backrest with back angle adjustment adjustment 1 Remove the side panels 1 Pull on the backrest release strap 2 Push the lever see Fig 39 item 2 on the back of the Remove the side panels backrest up and unlock the cross bolt see Fig 39 item 1 at the bottom end of the gas compression 3 Pull the release strap back spring or actuator Manually fold the backrest forward and onto the seat 3 Remove the cross bolt from the bracket surface 4 Fold the backrest forward and onto the seat surface B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 61 Operation OMe Rock Fig 39 Removing the cross bolt 1 Cross bolt 2 Lever 6 13 3 Reducing the transportation size Recaro seat To remove install the Recaro seat on the mobility base and to fold the backrest down see Page 48 6 13 4 Preparing for transport 1 Position the power wheelchair in its transport location 2 Turn the control unit off 3 Engage the brake 4 Use the eyebolts and cargo straps to
10. bolts which lock the seat to the frame 3 To release the rear seat clip from the bracket tip and push the seat back a bit 4 Remove the Recaro seat The Recaro has been removed Attaching the Recaro seat to the mobility base A CAUTION Recaro seat not locked in place Risk of tipping gt During installation of the Recaro seat ensure that the seat clip is engaged firmly in the clips gt Ensure that the front locking bolts are engaged up to the key ring 1 Set the back edge of the Recaro seat onto the end of the seat frame 2 Push the seat forward until the rear seat clip protrudes into the bracket 3 Tip the seat forward until the locking bolts engage with the seat frame The Recaro seat is installed Adjusting the Recaro seat INFORMATION To adjust the back angle of the Recaro seat see Page 17 B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 49 Operation Ode Rock Adjusting the lateral supports in the lumbar region INFORMATION This information only applies to the Recaro LT model 1 Turn the knob on the side of the backrest forward Both lateral supports are moved closer together 2 Turn the knob on the side of the backrest backwards Both lateral supports are moved apart Adjusting the pads The seat surfaces X and W are equipped with a pull out pad at the front of the seat surface The ad
11. desired angle 3 Let go of the release lever The seat is tilted back The seat is easier to tilt if the backrest is tilted back Fig 21 Tilting the seat manually 6 9 3 Manual back angle adjustment The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a manual back angle adjustment func tion The manual back angle adjustment function allows for con tinuous tilting of the backrest up to 20 Adjusting the back angle 1 Activate the release lever on the armrest see Fig 22 2 Move the backrest to the desired position 3 Let go of the release lever Page 46 03 2011 B500 online e europe Otto Boch Operation The backrest is adjusted The footrest is adjusted Fig 22 Adjusting the backrest manually 6 9 4 Manual elevating footrests The power wheelchair can be equipped with manual elev ating footrests The manual elevating footrests make it possible to prevent a constant pressure load or to provide anti shock support Swivelling the footrest 1 Activate the release lever on the footrest see Fig 23 2 Move the footrest to the desired position 3 Let go of the release lever Fig 23 Manual elevating footrest 6 10 Additional seat options The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of other seat options 6 10 1 Contour seat Compared to the standard seat the contour seat provides the user with improve
12. gt Ensure that the bottom belt is not too tight between the lap belt and the thigh gt Ensure that the buckle lies in the middle of the body gt Ensure that the shoulder belt lies against the chest equally on both sides and is not too tight gt Remove objects or clothing which get caught The power wheelchair may be equipped with a four point or chest belt The four point or chest belt makes it possible to secure patients in the power wheelchair Putting the four point chest belt on gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close all buckles so that they engage with an audible click 2 Pull to check that it is secure The belt is put on Adjusting the belt length gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close the belt 2 To lengthen Turn the length adjustment buckle by 90 and pull 3 Turn the buckle back to the original position when the belt length is correct 4 To shorten Pull on the free belt end The belt length is adjusted 6 12 4 Suspension steering casters drive wheels The power wheelchair may be equipped with a suspension system Page 56 03 2011 B500 online e europe Oe Rock Operation A spring and shock absorber element on each of the two steering casters increases driver comfort and improves traction especially on uneven surfaces The suspension effect is improved even more by a drive wheel suspension
13. power wheelchair by solidly attached components Footrests or armrests may not be used as lifting points A WARNING Improper transportation in aircraft Risk of injury due to fire or explosion battery damage short circuit gt Follow the IATA International Air Transport Associ ation rules when transporting the power wheelchair in an aircraft Before checking the power wheelchair as baggage the fuse must always be removed and the battery contacts insulated to protect them against a short circuit gt Note that those batteries in particular which may leak or will not be transported upright must be removed and packaged so they cannot leak or short circuit gt For more information please visit the www iata org website Otto Bock recommends contacting the air line directly before every flight to obtain information regarding special transport regulations A CAUTION Securing the power wheelchair insufficiently during transport Risk of pinching crushing blows to body parts During transportation in vehicles on lifting platforms or in lifts turn the control unit of the power wheelchair off and lock the brake gt The power wheelchair must be secured in accord ance with the regulations for the transport device gt During transport in another vehicle the power wheel chair must be secured sufficiently with cargo straps Only attach the cargo straps to the corresponding transportation eyelets
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15. seat check seat lock X lt lt lt 0X gt lt gt lt gt lt gt x lt Footrest Check that the ratchet mechanism works properly and is seated securely Check the footplate for damage x x Manual elevating Check that the ratchet mechanism works properly and is footrest seated securely Check footplates for damage x Visual inspection for scratches and oil leaks on the piston X rod Padding belts Proper condition of the padding X Page 66 03 2011 B500 online e europe Otto Bock Maintenance repair Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Padding belts Seat belts must not be worn X Check functionality of the belt buckle X Tires Air pressure printed on the tire sidewall X Sufficient tread depth at least 1 mm X Check for damage X Batteries Battery charge condition X Lights Perform a visual inspection for damage x Check that they work X Electronics No fault indications on the control panel X No faults indicated by the battery charger LEDs X Check plug connections X Brake Activate brake lever while control unit is switched on X Check that the brake function is active when the brake is x engaged Lift seat Visual inspection of all moving components especially X cabling check for damage Check whether the screw connections are tight X Caster wheel Clean and lubricate the whole module X
16. until the buckle engages with an audible click 2 Pull to check that it is secure The belt is put on Page 54 03 2011 B500 online e europe Operation Fig 31 Putting the lap belt on Opening the lap belt gt Press the red release button The buckle is open and the belt can be removed Adjusting the belt length The belt length can be adjusted on both sides Excess belt length is taken up by the plastic slider gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Close the belt 2 Position the 2 buckle halves in the middle of the body 3 Position the respective half of the buckle at a right angle see Fig 32 item 1 4 Slide the 2 halves of the closure to the desired position 5 Release the respective half of the buckle The belt length is adjusted Fig 32 Adjusting the lap belt 1 Buckle B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 55 Operation Oe Rock Four point belt chest belt A CAUTION Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt When driving in public areas always wear the four point or chest belt for additional support gt Under no circumstances may the belt system be used as part of a restraint system for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle A CAUTION Putting the four point belt on incorrectly Risk of pressure points constriction
17. 1 Page 41 Operation Oe Rock The charging process starts automatically and the battery charge condition is indicated by the LED indicator on the control panel and on the battery charger 4 Turn the battery charger off when the charging process is complete 5 Remove the battery charger mains plug 6 Disconnect the battery charger plug from the control panel 7 Turn the power wheelchair control unit on The power wheelchair is ready to use Charging programming receptacle on the control panel Fig 18 6 8 Power seat functions The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of optional power seat functions 6 8 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Exposed pinch points in the seat adjustment and lifting areas Risk of pinching crushing of limbs Page 42 03 2011 B500 online e europe OMe Rock Operation gt Note that when power seat options are used inherent pinch and shear points are located between the seat frame and the power wheelchair frame gt Ensure that no body parts such as hands or feet are in the danger area while power seat options are used gt Ensure that no interfering objects such as clothing or other obstacles are in the danger area while power seat options are used A WARNING Overloading of the actuators Risk of falling tipping pinching crushing of limbs Avoid overloading the actuators
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19. OMe Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE EN Instructions for Use User Otto Boch Table of contents Table of contents 3 3 Reference to additional safety instructions 1 Foreword 2 Product description 2 1 Function seeesss 2 2 Product Overview 3 Safety een ees 3 1 Explanation of warning symbols 3 2 General Safety Instructions 3 4 Rating Plate and Warning Labels 4 Delivery eii crinis 4 1 Scope of supply 4 2 Sup 4 2 1 B500 online model 4 2 2 B500 e europe model 4 3 Storage ueteri ieiuna 4 3 1 During daily use 4 3 2 In case of extended disuse 5 Preparation for use 5 1 Safety Instructions 5 2 Initial operation 5 2 1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place UE 6 5 3 7 5 3 1 7 5 3 2 7 5 3 3 8 5 3 4 g 5 3 5 g 5 3 6 10 5 3 7 1116 13 61 13 62 13 63 13 6 4 13 6 4 1 13 6 4 2 13 6 5 13 6 5 1 14 6 5 2 14 6 5 3 15 6 5 4 16 6 5 5 Adjustments ener eei ete denter teet 17 Prerequisites sessssseseeeeneenenee 17 Adjusting the back angle 17 Adjusting the side panels 18 Adjusting the footrests nnen nennen 19 Adjusting the belt lengths essiens 20 Adjusting the control panel 20 Changing control unit parameters 21 Operation eeeeeeeee
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21. Seat Functions m Chapter Usage gt Disassembly Transport m Chapter Usage gt Use in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle m Chapter Usage gt Care Chapter Maintenance Repair Chapter Disposal Page 10 03 2011 B500 online e europe Wo Rock Safety 3 4 Rating Plate and Warning Labels Label Meaning x B Type designation Maximum load capacity see chapter Technical Data Maximum climbing ability see chapter Technical Data Maximum speed see chapter Technical Data Maximum front rear axle load capacity Maximum gross weight OT m oO O w gt Symbol for separate collection of electric and electronic devices The rating plate is located on the side of the Components of the power wheelchair and batteries may not be dis frame below the seat posed of in household waste CE symbol product safety according to EU guidelines Serial number I t Read the instructions for use before using the product Observe safety instructions found in the instructions for use Manufacturer information address Country of origin Electric driving mode lock motor brake U IrxX Manual pushing mode unlock motor brake B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 11 Safety Okko Bock Meaning Risk of pinching Do not reach into the danger area Page 12 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Delivery 4 Delivery 4 1 Scope of
22. a reduced speed max 3 km h Pressing the Increase Speed button see Fig 14 item Approach obstacles at right angles and drive over 3 see Fig 15 item 5 raises the speed level them at one go 7 The pitch of the audible signal changes once the gt Only drive on inclines and over obstacles with the highest or lowest speed levels are reached seat tilt and seat height adjustments lowered and with m The speed level indicator LED display see Fig 14 a vertical backrest The seat can be tilted back item 4 see Fig 15 item 6 indicates the currently slightly when driving downhill Sere apos gt Avoid getting into or out of the power wheelchair on 6 5 5 Driving Popes gt Do not drive over stairs A WARNING Driving on slopes over obstacles ZN WARNING Risk of falling tipping Driving on unsuitable surfaces gt Only drive on slopes up to max 17 96 Risk of falling tipping gt Only cross obstacles which are not higher than 50 gt Do not operate the power wheelchair on very smooth mm 2 in surfaces e g icy surfaces or very rough surfaces gt Do not cross over any obstacles while driving on iege gravel or TUBIS inclines or downgrades RMATION gt Reduce speed when driving downhill e g select INFO speed level 1 The control unit of the power wheelchair switches to a safe mode at elevated temperatures and after driving Page 34 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation uphill for extended periods of tim
23. airs and adjustments to the brake may only be made by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Incorrect settings can lead to a loss of braking power Failure to inspect important wheelchair features Risk of damage to the product gt Check all power seat options for visual damage and ensure that screw connections are tight at least 1 x per month gt Check for proper tire pressure The correct tire pres sure is printed on the tire casing and listed in the Technical Data chapter 7 2 Maintenance For the components in the maintenance table below spe cial attention must be paid to the following points m Functionality m Adjustment m Damage deformation m Screw connections B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 65 Maintenance repair Otto Rock 7 2 1 Maintenance intervals The functions described below must be checked by the user or an attendant at the specified intervals Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Drive wheels Wheels must rotate freely and without axial run out Central nut on the drive shaft tightened Check if wheel mounts are seated securely Directional stability of the entire power wheelchair X Caster wheels Fork seated in the receiver without play Wheels must turn freely and without axial runout Mounting nut tightened Seat attachment Check whether mounting screws are fastened properly For Recaro
24. attach the power wheelchair to the means of transportation Fig 40 Front left and rear right eyebolts 6 14 Use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle 6 14 1 Safety Instructions A WARNING Use as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair severe injury in case of accident Page 62 03 2011 B500 online e europe OMe Rock Operation gt Always use the seats and restraints in the wheelchair accessible vehicle first This is the only way to provide optimal protection for the occupants in case of acci dent gt Never transport more than one person in the power wheelchair gt Always ensure that the seat tilt mechanism is lowered when using the power wheelchair in a wheelchair accessible vehicle A WARNING Use of the belt system as a restraint system in a wheelchair accessible vehicle is forbidden Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair severe injury in case of accident gt Under no circumstances may the belt system be used as part of a restraint system for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle gt Note that the belt system is only intended to help sup port the user sitting in the power wheelchair 6 14 2 Permitted use The power wheelchair may be used for transportation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle if a suitable restraint system is used The safety components such as lap bel
25. attendant control is located on the backrest cross tube For the Recaro seat the attendant control is located on the headrest Fig 27 Attendant control Joystick 2 Activate Deactivate Attend 7 ant Control Button 3 Attendant control active 8 green LED indicator Seat function 1 LED display Seat function 2 LED display Select Speed Level Button 4 Primary control active red 9 LED indicator 5 Select Additional Power Functions Button Speed level indicator LED display B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 51 Operation Oe Rock Joystick The attendant uses the joystick to control the speed and driving direction When a seat option is activated the joy stick operates this seat option Activate Deactivate Attendant Control Button The attendant uses this button to assume the control func tions from the control panel or to return them to the control panel The respective state is shown by an LED indicator Attendant control active green LED indicator The green LED lights up when the attendant control is activated and the power wheelchair control panel is deac tivated Primary control active red LED indicator The red LED lights up when the attendant control is deac tivated and the power wheelchair control panel is activ ated Select Additional Power Functions Button Pressing this button selects seat function 1 then seat func tion 2 The selected
26. ce meets the requirements of the 93 42 EEC guidelines for medical devices This device has been classi fied as a class device according to the classification cri teria outlined in appendix IX of the guidelines The declara tion of conformity was therefore created by Otto Bock with sole responsibility according to appendix VII of the guidelines 9 4 Warranty terms Further information on the warranty terms can be provided by the qualified personnel supplying the wheelchair or by the Otto Bock after sales service addresses see rear inside cover or rear cover 10 Appendices 10 1 Technical data Dimensions and weights Seat width 380 420 mm or 430 480 mm 15 16 5 in or 17 18 9 in Dimensions and weights Seat depth 380 460 mm or 420 500 mm 15 18 in or 16 5 19 7 Seat height 450 600 mm 17 7 23 6 in Armrest height 240 360 mm 9 5 14 2 in Armrest length 260 mm 10 2 in Lower leg length 250 340 mm or 350 440 mm 9 8 13 4 in or 13 8 167 3 in Back height 450 or 550 mm 17 7 or 21 7 in Back angle 9 1 11 21 or 0 10 20 30 Overall width 645 mm 25 4 in Overall height 1030 mm 40 5 in Overall length 1080 mm 42 5 in Weight when empty 95 kg 210 Ibs Shipping weight see weight when empty of which Side panel lt 1 kg 2 2 Ibs Footrest standard approx 1 kg 2 2 lbs Footrest manual ele
27. d comfort and lateral support B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 47 Operation Otto Boch Fig 24 Contour seat 6 10 2 Recaro seat A WARNING Incorrect Recaro Seat settings Risk of falling tipping gt Note that the maximum backrest angle is 30 while standing and 20 while driving The power wheelchair can be equipped with various Recaro seat models They provide individually adjustable comprehensive seat ing comfort Folding the backrest forward reducing the transportation size 1 Pull the release lever on the Recaro seat see Fig 5 item 1 up The release lever is located on the side of the backrest 2 Fold the backrest forward 3 Let go of the release handle The backrest is folded forward Folding the backrest up gt The backrest is folded up the release lever is securely engaged The backrest is folded up Removing the headrest Two persons are required to remove the headrest 1 1st person Find the release points on the Recaro seat below the cover see Fig 25 and push them at the same time 2 2nd person Pull the headrest up and out Page 48 03 2011 B500 online e europe Ade Boch Operation Fig 25 Image showing the release points Removing the Recaro from the mobility base 1 Pull the release strap located below the seat surface forward and hold onto it 2 Release the left and right
28. damper Mounting screws tightened X B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 67 Maintenance repair Oe Rock Components Activity Before Weekly Monthly every trip Side panel and Armrest and control panel secured X armrest Check armrest for damage X Gas compression Visual inspection for scratches and oil leaks on the piston X spring or actuator rod Page 68 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Maintenance repair 7 3 Repair 7 3 1 Replacing a defective fuse The 80A safety fuse is located in the battery drawer power wheelchair with drive wheel suspension or in a battery tray power wheelchair without drive wheel suspension Opening the battery drawer in models with drive wheel suspension gt The control unit is turned off 1 Pull up the release bolt 2 Pull gently on the battery drawer to roll it out to the rear 3 Open the clip on the strap 4 Remove the battery drawer cover Fig 41 Pulling on the release bolt Opening the battery tray on models without drive wheel suspension gt The control unit is turned off Lift the seat cushion from the seat plate 2 Remove the seat plate 3 Open the clip on the battery tray strap 4 Remove the battery tray cover B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 69 Maintenance repair Fig 42 Opening the strap Removing the fuse 1 Open the fuse holder cover see Fi
29. e limiting the perform ance of the power wheelchair The user is able to drive the power wheelchair out of a hazardous situation at any time The power wheelchair is fully functional again once the unit has cooled down suffi ciently this may take several minutes depending on the ambient temperature The power wheelchair is controlled by moving the joystick m The further the joystick is deflected from the centre pos ition the faster the power wheelchair will drive in this direction m The maximum speed at full deflection of the joystick depends on the selected speed level m Releasing the joystick automatically activates the brake function bringing the power wheelchair to a halt The mechanical brakes are activated automatically when the power wheelchair comes to a stop so that it cannot roll 6 5 6 Drive away lock The power wheelchair control unit features an electronic drive away lock This function is activated deactivated via the control panel Activating the drive away lock 1 Press and hold the On Off switch while the control unit is turned on 2 Release the On Off button after a beep sounds approx 1 second 3 Push the joystick all the way forward until a beep sounds 4 Push the joystick all the way back until a beep sounds A long beep confirms that the drive away lock was activated The control unit turns itself off A sequential indicator on the Speed Levels LED d
30. eased user protection in case of a collision Page 58 03 2011 B500 online e europe Operation Fig 36 Rear bumper 6 12 7 Overview of additional options INFORMATION You can find these and other optional add on components on the order form and in the wheelchair accessories cata logue m Seating shell adapter To attach special seating shells control panel holder for seating shells also available Armrest accessories Special adapters for the armrests in our accessories catalogue m Joystick accessories Tetra fork STICK S80 softball golfball flexible joystick stem Control panel guard Metal guard for impact protection Crutch holder Folding rearview mirror Tray Attachable desktop Accessory box backpack cellphone pocket 6 13 Disassembly transport 6 13 1 Safety Instructions The power wheelchair may be equipped with additional options m Curb climbing assist To overcome curbs and steps with a maximum height of 100 mm m Puncture proof tires Solid rubber tires A WARNING Lifting the power wheelchair incorrectly Risk of falling tipping damage to the power wheelchair gt Only use sufficiently large hoisting devices to trans port the power wheelchair see the Technical Data chapter for the weight of the power wheelchair B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 59 Operation Otto Rock P Attendants may only lift the
31. ed when this button is pressed Lights On Off Button The front and rear lights are activated deactivated by pressing the button Direction Indicator Left and Direction Indicator Right Buttons Pressing these buttons activates deactivates the respective front and rear direction indicators The direction indicator lights turn off automatically after 20 seconds Selected speed level LED display The LED display shows the currently selected speed level 1 5 Battery Capacity LED display The Battery Capacity LED display see Fig 14 item 7 see Fig 15 item 11 is divided into 10 segments and indic m Immediately after switching the power wheelchair on the Battery Capacity LED display shows the battery capacity that was saved before the wheelchair was last switched off m After driving for a little bit the battery display indicates the exact battery status m A charge of 100 corresponds to 10 segments on the battery symbol m f one segment turns off this means that the battery s capacity has decreased by approximately 10 96 At a total range of approximately 35 km over even terrain each segment corresponds to a range of approximately 3 5 km when the speed is kept constant m If only 1 blinking segment is shown on the LED display then the battery is in an under voltage state The bat tery must be charged immediately m The charging process is indicated by sequential flash ing of the LEDs The drivin
32. eee nennen nenne nnn nnn 22 Side Panels 22 erecti 23 Getting in transfer ssssssssessess 24 ero ie Brune 25 Control Panel eer aniria 26 Buttons and display functions 27 Driving FUNCIONS su ea 29 Safety Instructions sse 29 DIVING rotes iiec kennen 31 Switching on and off esesees 33 Selecting the speed levels 33 Bros 34 B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Table of contents 6 5 6 Driveaway lock etse 35 6 11 Control unit accessories esseeees 51 6 5 7 Adjusting the driving characteristics 36 6 11 1 Attendant control eene 51 6 6 Enabling disabling the brakes 37 6 11 2 External odometer eeeeeeee 52 6 7 Batteries charging process scere 38 6 12 Additional options eee 53 6 7 4 Safety Instructions siirron 38 6 12 1 Control panel holder sese 53 OA Genergdl ote cute dci i e died 39 16 122 Lights us er 53 6 7 3 Battery charging information 39 6 12 3 Belts belt systems 54 6 7 4 Battery charger 40 6 12 4 Suspension steering casters drive wheels 56 6 7 5 Charging the battery sseeeeeee 41 6 12 5 Locking the steering Casters ssss
33. ement locks in place again when the holder is rotated back to the original position Fig 29 Swing away control panel holder with removable control panel 6 12 2 Lights The power wheelchair can be equipped with a light kit The warning flashers the right and left direction indicators and the light are operated via the control panel B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 53 Operation Otto Rocke The light kit consists of 2 rear lights with integrated direc tion indicators and 2 front lights each consisting of an LED headlight and a blinker see Fig 30 To replace broken lights see Page 69 Fig 30 Headlights 6 12 3 Belts belt systems Lap belt A CAUTION Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt Always wear the safety belt lap belt when driving in public A CAUTION Putting the lap belt on incorrectly Risk of pressure points constriction gt Ensure that the buckle lies in the middle of the body gt Ensure that the lap belt is not too tight against the body gt Remove objects or clothing which get caught The power wheelchair can be equipped with a lap belt The lap belt provides additional support and keeps the user from sliding out of the seat Putting the lap belt on gt The user sits upright or lies in the power wheelchair 1 Push the 2 halves together
34. ensure sufficient clearance to sources of heat If the wheelchair is parked for an extended period of time or the tires overheat e g in the vicinity of radiat ors or in case of exposure to strong sunlight behind glass the tyres may become permanently deformed gt Move your power wheelchair frequently or have a way to jack it up for storage Danger due to defective tires A CAUTION Defective tires Risk of accident falls due to poor traction reduced brak ing effect or lack of manoeuvrability 6 5 2 Driving notes General m Beginners should always drive slowly m Always take curves slowly m Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven ground Therefore the speed must always be adjusted to the ground conditions B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 31 Operation One Rock m Driving backwards should be limited to manoeuvring or short distances on level ground Obstacles steps curbs m The critical obstacle height is 50 mm 2 in Obstacles higher than 50 mm 2 in may not be crossed m Always approach obstacles directly from the front nev er at an angle with only one caster wheel m Always drive forward over obstacles m Always reduce speed to cross over obstacles e g select speed level 1 Avoid jumping down from steps m Don t lean out of the wheelchair while crossing obstacles m Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven g
35. eristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration brak ing or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable driving characteristics and cause an accident gt After configuration programming is complete the user must test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair under the supervision of the authorised A WARNING Wrong configuration settings Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity personnel Adjusting and setting the speed acceleration and delay values to the individual user requirements is performed exclusively by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Page 36 03 2011 B500 online e europe Ale Boch Operation 6 6 Enabling disabling the brakes A WARNING Uncontrolled rolling Risk of collision with persons nearby objects gt Note the lack of brake functionality when the brake is deactivated The brake function may only be released in the presence of an attendant gt Should the user be unable to release the brake him self the brake can be released by the attendant gt Note that when the power wheelchair is moved on an incline the attendant must provide the required brake force gt Lock the brake every time before parking the power wheelchair AA WARNING Improper maintenance repair or adjustment work on the brake Risk of falling tipping c
36. g 43 item 1 2 Pullthe fuse out of the spring contacts see Fig 43 item 2 Installing the fuse 1 Remove the fuse from the protective cover 2 Open the fuse holder cover 4 Close the fuse holder cover until you feel it engage 3 Center the fuse on the spring contacts and plug it in Fig 43 Fuse in the fuse housing 1 Fuse housing with cover 2 Fuse plugged in 3 Fuse holder Closing the battery drawer in models with drive wheel suspension 1 Place the cover on the battery drawer Page 70 03 2011 B500 online e europe Ade Boch Maintenance repair 2 Close the strap 3 Push the drawer under the seat until the release bolt engages INFORMATION As you close the battery drawer ensure that the release bolt engages correctly in the intended notch Closing the battery tray on models without drive wheel suspension 1 Place the cover on the battery drawer Close the strap 3 Replace the seat plate and push it down tight Press the seat cushion firmly onto the hook and loop material on the seat plate 7 3 2 Replacing a defective bulb Penetration of moisture Risk of damage to the light gt Ensure that the screws are seated tightly against the plate INFORMATION Lamp housings and lamps can both be ordered from the specialist dealer The front lights have rubberised mounts to protect them from damage
37. g function is locked out while the battery is charging Battery indicator on the control panel ates the current battery capacity Display Information Battery is charged e e Page 28 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation Display Information Dangers while driving Charge battery if possible P PSP A WARNING e Battery charging urgently required Uncontrolled rolling e Risk of collision with persons nearby objects e e SIGUPRI i charging gt Note the lack of brake functionality when the brake is Sequential indic deactivated The brake function may only be released ator in the presence of an attendant m Battery under volt Should the user be unable to release the brake him T ann self the brake can be released by the attendant Flashing light gt Note that when the power wheelchair is moved on an x B incline the attendant must provide the required brake attery over voltage we Flashing light gt Lock the brake every time before parking the power wheelchair 6 5 Driving Functions 6 5 1 Safety Instructions A CAUTION A CAUTION Lack of driving experience Risk of tipping falling Practice on level open ground first Insufficient support of the seated person Risk of falling out of the power wheelchair gt Always wear the safety belt lap belt when driving in public B500 onli
38. ges high voltage with low current discharge via the user may occur which are caused by factors such as friction However these do not represent a health hazard The resulting discomfort can be prevented by customisation measures attaching a mechanical discharge contact grounding strap to the power wheelchair frame The user s environment must be taken into consideration Page 30 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation Electrostatic discharge may also occur if the power wheelchair is equipped with puncture proof tires Retrofit ting the wheelchair with pneumatic tires can correct this problem Danger during use of public transportation elevators lifting platforms A WARNING Use of public transportation elevators lifting platforms Risk of tipping collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Always turn the power wheelchair control unit off when using buses trains elevators or lifting plat forms gt Engage the brake gt Check for proper tire pressure The correct tire pres sure is printed on the casing gt Ensure that the drive wheels have the same pressure gt Ensure that the tires have sufficient tread depth gt Avoid parking outside and in direct sunlight UV radi ation since this causes the tires to age quickly Otto Bock recommends replacing the tires every 2 years regardless of the amount of wear gt Always
39. ing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down 1 Place the seat in the horizontal position 2 Flip the footrests up see Fig 12 or remove them to gain a larger entry and exit area see Fig 11 Remov ing the footrests increases the available entry or exit area see Fig 13 3 Have an attendant assist you or use a transfer lifter to get into and out of the power wheelchair 4 Flip the footrest down or reinstall it and flip it down see Page 23 5 Put the lap belt on when necessary when driving on the road Page 24 03 2011 B500 online e europe Operation Fig 12 Footrest flipped up Getting in from the side 1 Place the seat in the horizontal position 2 Bring the power wheelchair as close as possible to where the user is sitting 3 Remove the side panel see Page 22 INFORMATION If the control panel is on the side from which the user is getting into the wheelchair it can be removed and laid onto the seat 4 Remove the footrest if necessary see Fig 11 5 Slide onto the seat from the side INFORMATION A ramp makes it easier to get into and out of the wheelchair from the side 6 Install the side panel see Page 22 7 Put the lap belt on when necessary when driving on the road 6 4 Control unit Fig 13 Footrest removed A CAUTION Uncontrolled driving behavio
40. ircuit on the battery con e g faulty plug connection e g cable break e g faulty plug connection Check connection to the left motor Check the motor Check battery connection to the left motor Check connection to the right motor Check motor nection to the right motor Short circuit on the battery con e g cable break Check battery connection to the right motor Koo Driving function locked out due to external influences Battery charger may be con nected Disconnect battery charger Joystick fault Joystick is not in the home position when the unit is turned on Move the joystick to the zero posi tion before turning the unit on Controller fault Defective controller Check all connections B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 75 Maintenance repair OMe Rock Flashing LED Warning Fault Brake release Cause Brake disabled Possible corrective action Check motor brakes Check connection to the controller Battery over voltage Voltage too high Loose battery contacts Continue driving slowly Check cabling plug connections Communication error between the control panel joystick and the controller Defective cable loose plug connection Check cabling plug connections 7 4 3 Attendant control fault overview Flashing LED Warning Fault Cause Possible corrective action TS oe Control
41. is play indicates that the drive away lock is active Information Drive away lock Display Sequential indicator on the Speed Levels LED display Deactivating the drive away lock When the unit is turned on the Battery Capacity LED dis play is off and the Speed Levels LED indicator is in sequential indicator mode 1 Push the joystick all the way forward until a beep sounds B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 35 Operation OMe Rock 2 Push the joystick all the way back until a beep sounds 3 Release the joystick A long beep confirms that the driving function is enabled The Battery Capacity LED indicator is lit The drive away lock is deactivated and driving is enabled Problem resolution The drive away lock remains active if the joystick is not moved correctly 1 Turn the control unit off in order to deactivate the drive away lock again 2 Turn the power wheelchair on 3 Deactivate the drive away lock again 6 5 7 Adjusting the driving characteristics gt Programming may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Otto Bock and the control unit manufacturer are not liable in case of damage caused by programming which was not per formed properly and or which was not adjusted prop erly according to the user s abilities gt Note that modified parameter settings in the configur ation can lead to changes in driving charact
42. it off and on again The driving function is activated Fig 17 Enabling the brake 6 7 Batteries charging process 6 7 1 Safety Instructions Unauthorised battery replacement Risk of battery damage gt Replacing the battery or modifying the battery installa tion position may only be performed by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Page 38 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation gt The characteristic curve of the battery charger estab lished at the factory matches the batteries included in the scope of delivery and may not be altered inde pendently 6 7 2 General The standard version of the power wheelchair is equipped with 2 maintenance free gel batteries with a capacity of 63 Ah The batteries are located beneath the wheelchair seat in a battery drawer If the power wheelchair is not equipped with a drive wheel suspension then the batteries are loc ated in a tray An option is also available to equip the power wheelchair with two lead acid batteries with a capacity of 60 Ah The range of the power wheelchair is determined by the battery capacity The following factors influence battery capacity m Ambient temperature m Age of the batteries m Driving load m Charging method Extended driving at the lower end of the battery indicator results in deep discharge which causes battery damage When driving at a low charge condition
43. justment lever for the pad is located below the seat surface 1 Pullthe pad adjustment lever up and hold it there 2 Move the pad to the desired position 3 Release the adjustment lever and let it engage The adjustment lever is in a safe position if it engages audibly and has returned to its initial position Adjusting the headrest The height and tilt of the headrest are adjustable 6 10 3 Headrest Otto Bock offers the option of equipping the standard and contour seats with a headrest The bracket for attaching the headrest mounting kit is attached with an adapter which is mounted to the back frame INFORMATION See the manufacturer documentation for information on attaching the mounting kit Page 50 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation Functional overview The attendant uses the attendant control to operate the driving function and the power seat functions The module is connected in conjunction with the control panel or as an individual input device Fig 26 Headrest with mounting kit 6 11 Control unit accessories The power wheelchair can be equipped with the following optional control unit accessories 6 11 1 Attendant control The power wheelchair can be equipped with an optional separate control panel for attendant operation The separ ate control panel is height adjustable and removable For the Standard and Contour seats the
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45. lchair fully assembled and ready to use The following additional tasks may be required m Adjusting settings see Page 17 et seq m Installing the side panels see Page 22 m Installing the footrests see Page 23 m Charging the battery see Page 38 et seq B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 15 Preparation for use 5 2 1 Locking the back angle adjustment in place If the power wheelchair is equipped with mechanical power back angle adjustment proceed as follows if necessary 1 Fold the backrest up 2 Place the cross bolt on the end of the gas compression spring or actuator into the bracket see Fig 3 item 1 3 Push the lever down until the lock engages see Fig 3 item 2 4 Check the bolt and lock to ensure that they are securely engaged Fig 3 Place the cross bolt into the bracket top locked cross bolt bottom 1 Cross bolt 2 Lock with lever Page 16 03 2011 B500 online e europe OMe Rock Preparation for use 5 3 Adjustments 5 3 1 Prerequisites Fine fitting adjusting work should always be performed with the user The user should sit upright in the wheelchair while adjustments are made Seat height seat width and seat angle are set according to the customer order and may only be changed by a spe cialist dealer The following can be adjusted by the user m Back angle Armrest height position Lower leg length Strap lengths Control panel position All pa
46. n 3 days Storage Conditions Maintain an ambient temperature between 40 C and 65 C 40 F to 149 F and a relative humidity between 45 and 85 Store the power wheelchair in a dry enclosed room with sufficient air circulation and protection from extern al influences Protect the wheels against ground frost e g by reliev ing them completely through assembly blocks or wooden boards Fill the wheels with slight overpressure and rotate them at regular weekly intervals to prevent flat tyres from extended standing Note regarding the tires If the power wheelchair is not moved for several days permanent colour changes may occur where the wheelchair comes into contact with the surface it is standing on Therefore a suitable underlay should be used if the wheelchair is parked for extended periods of time m Tires contain chemical substances that can react with other chemical substances such as cleaning agents or acids m Black tires contain soot particles They may leave black marks where they come into contact with the ground Therefore Otto Bock recommends grey tires if the wheelchair is primarily used indoors m Direct sunlight UV light causes the tires to age prema turely As a result the tread surface hardens and corner pieces break out of the tread m Avoid unnecessary parking outdoors The tires should be replaced every 2 years regardless of wear and tear 5 Preparation for use 5 1 Safety Instructi
47. n safe and proper condi tion gt Only use the power wheelchair if all safety functions e g the automatic brakes are functional INFORMATION In dangerous situations the power wheelchair can be turned off at any time using the on off button When the button is pressed the power wheelchair brakes immedi ately and the electrical functions cease Malfunctions such as an insufficient supply of power to the brake are recognised by the software triggering an emergency stop or reducing the speed of the power wheelchair A warning signal will also sound m Pressing the On Off button see Page 26 turns the power wheelchair control unit on or off The power wheelchair turns off automatically if the control panel is not used for an extended period of time m The power wheelchair brakes automatically and comes to a stop if it is turned off with the On Off button while driving m The specialist dealer can specify the speed level or menu of the power wheelchair after it is turned on according to the user s requirements 6 5 4 Selecting the speed levels m The power wheelchair has 5 speed levels B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 33 Oe Rock Operation m Pressing the Decrease Speed button see Fig 14 p Only drive over obstacles such as steps or low curbs item 2 see Fig 15 item 4 lowers the speed level at
48. ne e europe 03 201 1 Page 29 Operation OMe Rock A CAUTION Risk of uncontrolled driving behaviour Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects If any faults defects or other hazards that can lead to personal injury are detected the power wheelchair must be taken out of service immediately gt Contact your authorised specialist dealer if uncon trolled movement of the power wheelchair occurs due to a malfunction A CAUTION Driving in the dark Risk of an accident involving other traffic collision with persons or objects in the vicinity gt Wear bright clothing or clothing with reflectors gt Turn the lights on if available or install active lights gt Ensure that the reflectors on the power wheelchair are clearly visible A CAUTION Interference from electromagnetic fields Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Turn all mobile devices off while driving since the driv ing characteristics of the power wheelchair are affected by electromagnetic fields mobile phones or other radiating devices gt Turn the control unit off when it is not required since the power wheelchair may generate electromagnetic fields that can cause interference with other devices The power wheelchair has been tested according to EMC regulations INFORMATION During use of the power wheelchair electrical dischar
49. ng tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt The power wheelchair may only be operated by a qualified user gt Have the user or attendant trained in operation of the power wheelchair by authorised personnel instructed by Otto Bock gt As the user read the entire Instructions for Use Fig 2 Anti tipper gt The power wheelchair may not be used in case of 3 Safety exhaustion or under the influence of alcohol or medic ations 3 1 Explanation of warning symbols gt Ensure that the power wheelchair is only operated by A WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of persons who do not have any mental limitations which severe accident or injury can temporarily or permanently restrict attentiveness A CAUTION Warnings regarding possible risks of and judgment when driving in road traffic accident or injury gt You must observe road traffic regulations when driv ing in road traffic Warnings regarding possible technical damage Page 8 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Safety A WARNING Failure to heed or observe the safety instructions Risk of pinching crushing being pulled in tipping falling gt Observe all safety instructions in these instructions for use and in all other applicable documents gt Keep away from any sources of fire in particular burning cigarettes A WARNING Improper use of the p
50. ollision with persons or nearby objects gt Repairs and adjustments to the brake may only be made by authorised personnel trained by Otto Bock Incorrect settings can lead to a loss of braking power It is possible to push the power wheelchair in case of con trol unit failure or insufficient battery capacity To do so it is necessary to disable the brake using the release mechan ism described below The brake release is located between the frame and seat on either the right or left side according to customer prefer ence Disabling deactivating the brake 1 Pull the brake release bolt up see Fig 16 item 1 The brake release lever see Fig 16 item 2 is unlocked 2 Push the brake release lever forward until it engages The brake is disabled all braking systems are turned off The control unit recognises that the brake has been disabled and deactivates the driving function A warning will appear on the Battery Capacity LED display as soon as the joystick is deflected B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 37 Operation Information Brake is disabled Display i 9 Flashing light Fig 16 Disabling the brake 1 Brake release bolt 2 Brake release lever Enabling activating the brake 1 Push the brake release lever see Fig 17 arrow up until the brake release bolts engage 2 Turn the control un
51. on Direction of movement can be modified by the specialist dealer Seat surface and backrest 6 9 Manual seat functions The power wheelchair can be equipped with a range of optional manual seat functions 6 9 1 Safety Instructions AN WARNING Exposed pinch points in the seat adjustment area Risk of pinching crushing of limbs gt Note that when manual seat options are used inher ent pinch and shear points are located between the seat frame and the power wheelchair frame gt Ensure that no body parts such as hands or feet are in the danger area while manual seat options are used B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 45 Operation gt Ensure that no interfering objects such as clothing or other obstacles are in the danger area while manual seat options are used 6 9 2 Manual seat tilt A WARNING Unintentional lowering of the seat tilt Risk of pinching crushing of limbs gt Note that the seat can drop suddenly if the release lever is operated while the seat is tilted The power wheelchair with standard or contour seat can be equipped with a manual seat tilt function The manual seat tilt function allows the seat to be tilted for example to relief pressure The seat can be tilted back con tinuously by up to 20 Tilting the seat back 1 Activate the release lever on the armrest see Fig 21 2 Move the seat to the
52. ons A WARNING Improper modification of the settings Risk of tipping falling improper user posture gt Do not modify the settings made by the authorised personnel Page 14 03 2011 B500 online e europe OMe Rock Preparation for use gt In case of problems with the settings unsatisfactory sitting position control panel problems etc please contact the authorised person who fitted your power wheelchair A WARNING Incorrect handling of packaging materials Risk of suffocation gt Packaging materials must be kept out of reach of chil dren A CAUTION Unsecured screw connections Risk of pinching crushing tipping and falling due to com ponents coming loose gt After all adjusting readjusting work re tighten the attachment screws nuts firmly Observe any torque settings which may be specified gt Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread lock replace it with a new screw connection or secure the old screw connection with medium A CAUTION Uncontrolled movement of components when making adjustments Risk of crushing pinching blows to limbs gt Ensure that body parts such as hands or head are never in the danger zone gt Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support strength thread locker e g Loctite 241 5 2 Initial operation The specialist dealer ships the power whee
53. ower wheelchair Risk of pinching crushing being pulled in tipping falling gt Only use the power wheelchair for its intended pur pose gt Only one person may be transported in the power wheelchair at any one time A CAUTION Extreme temperatures Risk of hypothermia or burns on wheelchair parts gt Do not expose the product to any extreme temperat ures e g direct sunlight sauna extreme cold A CAUTION Ignition of seat cushion and backrest cover Risk of burns P The seat cushion and backrest cover of the wheel chair are not highly flammable but there is a possibil ity they may catch fire Utmost caution is therefore required near any open fires Overloading Risk of damage to the product gt Don t exceed the maximum load capacity of 140 kg 310 Ibs Use under wrong environmental conditions Risk of damage to the product gt Only use the power wheelchair within a temperature range of 25 C to 50 C 13 F to 122 F B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 9 OMe Rock Safety 3 3 Reference to additional safety instructions Observe additional safety instructions in the following chapters m Chapter Preparation for Use m Chapter Usage gt Driving Functions m Chapter Usage gt Batteries Charging Process Chapter Usage gt Power Seat Functions m Chapter Usage gt Manual
54. r combinations with medical devices and or accessories from other manufacturers outside of the modular system Please note the information in the Liability chapter as well The operational safety of the wheelchair can only be ensured if it is used properly in accordance with the information contained in these instructions for use The user is ultimately responsible for accident free opera tion Page 6 03 2011 B500 online e europe Ade Boch Product description m Your wheelchair model may differ from the models 2 2 Product Overview shown In particular not all the options described in these instructions for use will be installed on your wheelchair m We reserve the right to make technical changes to the version described in these instructions for use 2 Product description 2 1 Function The wheelchair is designed solely for individual use by per sons who are unable to walk or who have a walking imped iment and can be operated either by the patient or by another person The wheelchair can be used on solid ground both indoors and outdoors A O N Fig 1 Main Components Backrest Joystick and control panel Armrest side panel Seat cushion oo no 0 Brake release Footplate Motor with drive wheel Anti tipper B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 7 Safety OMe Bock 3 2 General Safety Instructions A WARNING Improper wheelchair operation Risk of falli
55. round The speed must always be adjusted to the ground conditions Inclines and downgrades m Ascending or descending slopes up to max 17 is permitted Driving on steeper inclines or downgrades is not permitted Otherwise safe braking is not ensured m In order to navigate downgrades safely the speed must be reduced according to the slope e g select speed level 1 m Never drive downhill backwards All terrain driving The speed must be reduced in dangerous areas e g select speed level 1 Typical dangerous areas include narrow paths along waterways slopes cliffs e g quay walls dikes etc cramped rooms or areas steep downgrades e g in the mountains facing streets unsurfaced areas e g on construction sites cross ings train crossings snow covered or icy areas Page 32 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation 6 5 3 Switching on and off AN WARNING Lack of brake functionality Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Ensure that the brake release lever is locked every time before you drive gt Check to ensure that the brakes are operational and functional every time before you drive A WARNING Defective safety functions Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects gt Before every use ensure that the power wheelchair and its safety functions are i
56. rts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before adjustments are made 5 3 2 Adjusting the back angle Standard contour seat 1 Pull on the strap until the locking bolts are free 2 Change the backrest angle to the desired position 3 Release the strap The locking bolts engage at the desired position Fig 4 Adjusting the back angle 1 Release locking strap 2 Locking bolts Recaro Seat A WARNING Incorrect Recaro Seat settings Risk of falling tipping B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 17 Preparation for use Oe Rock gt Note that the maximum backrest angle is 30 while standing and 20 while driving INFORMATION For further Recaro Seat settings Adjusting the Recaro Seat gt Turn the knob on the left or right side of the backrest until the backrest is in the desired position see Fig 5 item 2 Fig 5 Adjusting the Recaro Seat angle 1 Release handle 2 Back angle adjustment knob 5 3 3 Adjusting the side panels INFORMATION To remove and install the side panels see Page 22 Page 18 03 2011 B500 online e europe Ade Boch Preparation for use Adjusting the armrest height 1 Loosen the Allen head bolt on the side panel see Fig 6 2 Slide the armrests up or down to the desired position 3 Tighten the Allen head bolt Fig
57. ry charger Risk of damage of or by the battery charger battery dam age gt Only use battery chargers from Otto Bock which have been verified and approved by Otto Bock for use with the respective batteries observe information on gt gt Only use the battery charger within the specified tem perature and humidity limits Place the rubber feet of the battery charger on a level surface If you locate the battery charger near a window pro tect it from direct sunlight Avoid overheating of the battery charger Ensure that the ventilation slits on the back of the battery charger are not covered during the charging process Switch the power wheelchair control unit off during the charging process so that all of the charging cur rent is fed into the battery Avoid dust and dirt Only clean the battery charger with a dry cloth The battery charger is designed for maintenance free and low maintenance batteries Please see the instructions for use supplied with the battery charger for further details on use and on the LED indicat the battery charger ore gt Ensure that the information on the battery charger rat ing plate matches the country specific voltage of the respective mains grid Page 40 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation 6 7 5 Charging the battery A WARNING Discharge of explosive gases during battery charging Risk of injury due to fire or explo
58. s possible to increase the display size of the PDF document stored there For further questions about the instructions for use user please contact the authorised personnel who issued the product to you With this wheelchair you have purchased a high quality product which can be put to versatile daily use at home and outdoors Be sure to read these instructions for use before you start using the wheelchair Pay special attention to the Safety and Usage chapters Please note the following m f questions or problems arise which cannot be resolved despite reading the instructions for use please contact the authorised personnel which fitted your wheelchair or Otto Bock service address inside back cover or on back cover All users and or attendants must be instructed in use of the product with the aid of these instructions for use In particular the user s and or attendant s must be informed of the residual risk with the aid of the safety instructions in these instructions for use The wheelchair was fitted to the user s requirements Further changes may only be made by authorised per sonnel We recommend a regular review of the wheel chair fit in order to ensure an optimal fit over the long term For growing children and youth fitting should be performed every six months The wheelchair may only be combined with the options listed in these instructions for use Otto Bock assumes no liability fo
59. s 57 6 8 Power seat functions 42 6 12 6 Rear bumper seee eee 58 6 8 1 Safety Instructions seisein 42 6 12 7 Overview of additional options 59 6 8 2 Power sedt lilt eoe 43 6 13 Disassembly transport sesesssss 59 6 8 8 Power back angle adjustment 44 6 13 1 Safety Instructions seen 59 6 8 4 Controlling power seat functions 44 6 13 2 Reducing the transportation size 60 6 8 5 Joystick and display functions 45 6 18 3 Reducing the transportation size Recaro 62 6 9 Manual seat functions seeeeeeee 45 seat 6 9 1 Safety Instructions sea 45 6 13 4 Preparing for transport 62 6 9 2 Manual seot tilt nennen 46 6 14 Usein a wheelchair accessible vehicle 62 6 9 3 Manual back angle adjustment DETENER 46 6 14 1 Safety Instructions eeeeee n 62 6 9 4 Manual elevating footrests cec 47 6 14 2 Permitted use uneeeeessesseneneennnneneneneenenneneneeennenn 63 6 10 Additional seat options 47 6 14 3 Necessary accessories essers 63 6 10 1 Contour SCOt ccccccceccccccececcucececeucuueceueueuseueueunaes 47 6 15 GOs P 64 6302 Recaro UE een 48 6 15 1 Safety Instructions cesses 64 oe SEC Rdg CSI Pent een en ee oe nee Pee ern ee me ere 50 6 15 2 Cleaning
60. seat function is indicated by the LEDs Pressing the button a third time returns to driving mode seat function LED display is not lit Seat function 1 2 LED display This LED display shows the currently active power add on function Select Speed Level Button Pressing the button briefly increases decreases the speed level The acoustic signal changes when the maximum speed level is reached Selected speed level LED display The LEDs show the currently selected speed level 1 5 6 11 2 External odometer The power wheelchair can be equipped with an external odometer It is connected to the control panel guard Additional information on using it can be found in the manu facturer s instructions for use Page 52 03 2011 B500 online e europe Oe Rock Operation External odometer Ta sigma Fig 28 6 12 Additional options 6 12 1 Control panel holder Swing away control panel holder Otto Bock offers the option of equipping the power wheel chair with a removable control panel mounted on a swing away control panel holder This control panel holder makes it possible to drive the power wheelchair under a table or closer to an object The control panel holder can be rotated up to the armrest 1 Apply slight pressure to push the control panel holder to the side The pivot element is unlocked 2 Swing the control panel holder away to the side INFORMATION The pivot el
61. shooting A CAUTION Risk of uncontrolled driving behaviour Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects P If any faults defects or other hazards that can lead to personal injury are detected the power wheelchair must be taken out of service immediately gt Contact your authorised specialist dealer if uncon trolled movement of the power wheelchair occurs due to a malfunction INFORMATION In the event of communication problems in the control unit bus system the system triggers an emergency stop in order to prevent any uncontrolled functions gt Note that after every emergency stop you have to turn the power wheelchair control unit on again gt If the driving function is still not available after turning the control unit on again activate pushing mode by releasing the brake gt Contact a specialist dealer Faults are indicated on the control panel Battery Capa city LED display or on the attendant control The following table shows the individual notifications as well as the asso ciated fault sources and possible causes and measures If the measures described here do not resolve the faults completely contact your specialist dealer The specialist B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 73 Maintenance repair OMe Rock dealer is able to read the exact error codes with a hand held programming device and can perform a targe
62. sion gt Ensure sufficient ventilation in enclosed spaces Don t smoke or light fires Sparks must be avoided Do not cover the ventilation slits in the case vvvyv Only use battery chargers which have been verified and approved by Otto Bock for use with the respect ive batteries observe information on the battery char ger Non observance may result in explosion of the battery resulting in a health hazard through contact with the battery acid gt Follow the battery manufacturer safety instructions gt Wear protective goggles gt Switch the battery charger off and disconnect the mains plug before you disconnect the battery Improper charging Risk of battery damage Avoid deep discharge of the battery Otto Bock does not provide any warranty for damage due to deep dis charge gt Charge the battery as soon as possible if the last three segments of the Battery Capacity LED indicat or are flashing gt Charge the batteries weekly if the power wheelchair is not used for an extended period of time A WARNING Sparks Risk of injury due to fire or explosion 1 Turn the control unit on the power wheelchair off 2 Plug the battery charger plug into the charging pro gramming receptacle on the power wheelchair control panel see Fig 18 3 Connect the battery charger to the mains plug and turn it on B500 online e europe 03 201
63. stics and cause an accident B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 21 Operation gt After configuration programming is complete the user must test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair under the supervision of the authorised personnel If necessary the authorised personnel can fit the already preprogrammed wheelchair control system and accessor ies to the specific user requirements 6 Operation 6 1 Side panels Removing the side panel 1 Loosen the thumb screw on the side panel holder see Fig 10 2 Withdraw the side panel from the side panel holder and set it aside 3 Only for side panel with control panel Carefully allow the side panel with control panel to hang down INFORMATION If necessary the hook and loop clos ures for routing the control panel cable can be loosened and the control panel can be removed Fig 10 Side panel thumb screw Installing the side panel 1 If necessary install the control panel and fasten the hook and loop closures for routing the control panel cable 2 Insert the side panel into the side panel holder 3 Tighten the thumb screw on the side panel holder again Page 22 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Operation 6 2 Footrests A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crushing of fingers gt Ensure that your fingers are not in the danger area when flipping the footre
64. sts up or down Removing the footrests 1 Unhook the calf band N Flip the footplate up A Q Release the footrest lock see Fig 11 Flip the footrest out or in 5 Pull the footrest up and remove it Fig 11 Locking the footrest Installing the footrests Proceed as follows if a footrest must be installed 1 Hook the footrest into the holder from above 2 Swing the footrest forward until the footrest lock engages 3 Hook the calf band into the holder B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 23 Operation OMe Rock 6 3 Getting in transfer A CAUTION Getting in and out incorrectly Risk of falling tipping pinching crushing Turn the control unit off while getting in and out in order to avoid accidental driving gt Note that the armrests are not capable of bearing full body weight and therefore must not be used for get ting into or out of the wheelchair gt Ensure that your limbs are not in the danger area when flipping the footrests up or down The modular design of the power wheelchair and the ease with which you can remove the side panels and footrests make it easy to get into and out of the wheelchair from the side or from the front Users can choose the method for getting into and out of the wheelchair which is most suitable for them Getting in from the front A CAUTION Exposed pinch points Pinching crush
65. supply The power wheelchair is normally shipped fully assembled and fitted to the personal requirements of the respective user The scope of delivery includes m Fitted power wheelchair with main components m Installed options m Battery charger m Instructions for Use user 4 2 Options The standard model can be fitted to the user s personal requirements through a large range of options A full list of the available modules and accessories is shown on the order form and in the accessories catalogue To use options see Page 22 et seq 4 2 1 B500 online model The B500 online power wheelchair does not have any of the power seat options described below 4 2 2 B500 e europe model The B500 e europe power wheelchair can be equipped with the following power seat options m Power back angle adjustment up to 30 m Power seat tilt up to 20 4 3 Storage 4 3 1 During daily use The power wheelchair should always be protected against external influences The control unit must be turned off 4 3 2 In case of extended disuse Deep discharge due to standby current Risk of battery damage gt Remove the fuse if the wheelchair is not used for more than 3 days INFORMATION To remove the fuse see Page 69 et seq B500 online e europe 03 201 1 Page 13 Preparation for use OMe Rock Please observe the following if the power wheelchair is not used for more tha
66. ted sys tem analysis The control unit stores a list of all faults that occur The specialist dealer reads this information for example during a general overhaul of the power wheelchair Based on the saved data the specialist dealer determines future service and maintenance intervals 7 4 1 Types of notifications Warning A warning indicates a status or malfunction of one or sever al components of the power wheelchair The function of components that have no errors is not restricted For example if the connection between the control unit and seat motor is faulty this error will only be indicated if the user attempts to activate the motor However the driving function is still available Fault A fault impairs one or several functions of the power wheel chair The power wheelchair and its functions are not fully operational until the fault is resolved Page 74 03 2011 B500 online e europe Oho Rock Maintenance repair 7 4 2 Wheelchair control unit fault overview Flashing LED Warning Fault Cause Possible corrective action Ro b Battery under voltage Battery deep discharge Charge as soon as possible Battery cable malfunctioning faulty connection to the battery Check the connection to the battery charge the battery if the connec tion is good Wiring fault on the left motor Defective motor nection to the left motor o Wiring fault on the right motor Defective motor o Short c
67. the power wheel chair control unit switches to a creeping speed which saves power 6 7 3 Battery charging information The following information should be observed for an optim al charging cycle m The batteries can be charged at any time regardless of the remaining battery capacity m t takes about 10 hours until a discharged battery only 1 flashing segment is completely charged When the charging process is complete the battery charger can remain connected to the power wheelchair with no risk of overcharging or damaging the battery The battery charger features a programmed recharging phase that will maintain the battery capacity at the level that has been reached m f the power wheelchair is used every day the battery should be charged every night m Never discharge the batteries completely deep dis charge B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 39 Operation One Rock m The batteries will gradually discharge if the wheelchair is not used for extended periods of time If the power wheelchair is not used for an extended period the bat teries should be charged 1 x per week to maintain their capacity m The fuse should be removed if the wheelchair is not used for more than 3 days m The power wheelchair control unit must be switched off while the batteries are charging to allow all of the char ging current to be fed into the battery 6 7 4 Battery charger Improper use of the batte
68. tive batteries to your specialist dealer when buying new ones All product components must be disposed of properly in accordance with national regulations 9 Legal information 9 1 Service life Based on market observations and the current state of technology the manufacturer has calculated that the product can be used for a period of 5 years provided that it is used properly and that the service and maintenance instructions are observed Storage times at the dealer or with paying parties are not included in this period However we would like to emphasise that the product is reliable far beyond this defined period of time provided that it is cared for and maintained properly If the service life is reached the user or a responsible attendant should contact the authorised person who fitted the wheelchair or Otto Bock service see inside or outside of rear cover for address 9 2 Liability The manufacturer s warranty applies only if the device has been used under the conditions and for the purpose described The manufacturer recommends that the device be used and maintained according to the instructions for use Page 78 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock Appendices The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by components and spare parts not approved by the manu facturer Repairs must be carried out exclusively by author ised dealers or by the manufacturer 9 3 CE Conformity This devi
69. ts sold by Otto Bock only serve to further restrain the person sitting in the power wheelchair For more information on the use of the power wheelchair for transportation in wheelchair accessible vehicles please refer to our brochure Using your Wheelchair Mobility Base with Seating Shell or Buggy for Transportation in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles article no 646D158 6 14 3 Necessary accessories An anchor kit is required to use the power wheelchair as a seat in a wheelchair accessible vehicle This kit is a pre requisite for the AMF anchor point system The authorised personnel which fit the wheelchair can provide more inform ation The weight of the person being transported is limited to max 100 kg 220 Ibs B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 63 Operation OMe Rock 6 15 Care 6 15 1 Safety Instructions Incorrect cleaning Risk of damage to the product especially to the electron ics gt Water must not come into direct contact with the elec tronics motor or battery under any circumstances gt Never use a water jet or high pressure cleaning apparatus to clean the power wheelchair gt Use a cloth or sponge for cleaning To avoid corrosion don t use any aggressive cleaning agents or solvents gt Check the driving behaviour of the power wheelchair after cleaning it INFORMATION Piston rods do not require lubrication They are mainten ance free
70. unit fault Fault in the control unit Read fault on the VR2 control panel and take corresponding measures see Wheelchair control unit fault overview table Attendant control fault Defective attendant control Remove attendant control and turn control panel off then on again Joystick fault Attendant control joystick not in home position when the unit is turned on Move the joystick to the zero posi tion before turning the unit on Remove attendant control and turn control panel off then on again Page 76 03 2011 B500 online e europe Otto Pook Maintenance repair Flashing LED Warning Fault Cause Possible corrective action Communication error between Defective cable loose plug Check cabling plug connections the attendant control joystick connection and the control panel controller B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 77 Disposal OMe Rock 8 Disposal 8 1 Safety Instructions Leaking battery acid Risk of pollution gt Note that the power wheelchair s wet cell batteries contain poisonous acid Battery acid must not get into the sewers or soil gt Observe the information printed on the batteries by the manufacturer gt Note that the batteries may not be disposed of as household waste 8 2 Disposal Information To dispose of the wheelchair return it to the specialist dealer Please return defec
71. ur due to interference from electromagnetic fields Risk of falling tipping collision with persons or nearby objects B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 25 Operation gt Switch all mobile devices off while driving Turn the control unit off when it is not needed The power wheelchair is controlled by a VR2 controller Since the control unit is programmable it can be adapted to the personal requirements of the user e g the speed acceleration and deceleration values can all be adapted 6 4 1 Control Panel The power wheelchair is operated using the control panel Depending on the equipped power options 2 different con trol panel versions are available for the power wheelchair The control panel is divided into the keypad two LED dis plays and the joystick The charging programming recept acle is located on the underside The control panel is used to switch the power wheelchair on and off to enter driving commands and to display the current state of certain func tions and components The following control panel versions are available Fig 14 VR2 control panel version 1 Joystick 5 2 Decrease Speed Button 6 Increase Speed Button 7 4 Selected speed level LED 8 display Horn Button On Off Button Battery capacity LED dis play Charging programming receptacle Page 26 03 2011 B500 online e europe Operation
72. vating 1 8 kg 4 Ibs Maximum load capa city 140 kg user weight 310 Ibs B500 online e europe 03 2011 Page 79 Appendices hho Rock Turning radius Dimensions and weights 1550 mm 61 in Electrical system Fuse 80 A Caster wheel tire size Rear wheel tire size 9 _ 10 14 Tire pressure See tire sidewall options and model The specified weight varies according to the selected Electrical system Operating voltage 24V Battery charger For more information see the included battery charger instruc tions for use Control unit Model VR2 Operating voltage 24 V DC Max output current 75 A per motor Batteries Front direction indic ator LED headlight Rear direction indic ator Rear light Wet cell 2x 12 V 60 Ah C5 Gel 2 x 12 V 63 Ah C5 Lights H21W 12V BAY9s maintenance free C21W 12 V SV8 5 C10W 6 V SV8 5 Driving data Speed 6 km h 10 km h 3 7 mph 6 2 mph Climbing ability 17 96 Maximum obstacle height 50 mm 100 mm with curb climbing assist Range approx 35 km 22 m Operating temperat ure 25 C to 50 C 13 F to 122 F Transportation and storage temperature range 40 C to 65 C 40 F to 149 F Page 80 03 2011 B500 online e europe Otto Rock Appendices Corrosion
73. wer wheelchair is equipped with one or more power seat functions then these are activated and controlled via the control panel see Page 26 A seat function is activated by pressing the Select Additional Power Options button see Fig 15 item 3 This button toggles through Seat function 1 Seat function 2 No seat function Page 44 03 2011 B500 online e europe hho Rock m The LED display for the activated seat function lights up when that function is activated see Fig 15 item 3A 3B The driving function is not available at this time and the speed level indicator LED display turns off m Once a seat function is selected it is operated by mov ing the joystick forward or backward m The electric motor moves the seat function as long as the joystick is deflected and stops at the end positions m Press the Select Additional Power Options button again to deactivate the seat function after adjusting it The driving function is available again and the speed level indicator LED display is lit 6 8 5 Joystick and display functions The following power seat functions can be controlled with the joystick Seat function Back angle adjustment Joystick movement Forward Backrest tilts for ward Back Backrest tilts back ward Operation Seat function Joystick movement Seat tilt Back Seat slowly tips back Forward Seat slowly tips toward the horizontal posi ti

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