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1. Figure 97 Backrest recline vi Figure 98 Seat Tilt Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Leg rest Angle The leg rest can be moved out by pressing the upper part of the button and brought back by pressing the lower part Standing Function The seat rises to standing position when the toggle switch is moved forward and lowers to sitting when the switch is moved back The standing function can be configured to suit each user by pre program ming one of the three possible standing sequences The symbol on the left shows the standing sequence which starts by straight ening the user s hips and legs before raising them to a standing position This sequence minimises pressure on the user s knees The symbol on the right shows the standing sequence which raises the user directly from a sitting position ICS Control Panel Figure 99 Leg Rest CNR Figure 100 Standing Function 117 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS ICS Control Panel Shift Change the control button functions by pressing the shift button Change the function back again by pressing the shift button The symbol for the active function will illuminate Figure 101 Shift Memory Function ICS Control Panels equipped with Memory can store and recall up to three y seat positions A seat function e g power tilt power recline power legs etc can only remember a saved memory position if it has an actuator with position feedback inst
2. 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 wheelchair s manoeuvrability and stability can be degraded as a result 27 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING 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 functions while driving on inclines can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A WARNING 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 note that the following factors can affect the wheelchair s center of balance e Elevation of the seat e Height and angle of the seat e Body position or weight distribution e Driving on an incline such as a ramp or a hill e Use of a backpack or other accessories depe
3. A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with great caution Figure 6 Batteries A CAUTION Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recycling regulations 43 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Electronics Main fuse The is equipped with an automatic main fuse which can be reset when it has been triggered It also functions as a battery isolator and is controlled ON OFF via the lever located in front of the left battery cover Charging socket The charging socket is located at the rear of the chassis See fig 8 A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 44 Design and function Figure 7 Main fuse Figure 8 Charging socket Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Design and function A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt 45 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Electric Seat Functions The electric seat functions are driven by an electric actuator which is step lessly controlled from the wheelc
4. The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 86 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display LS AS WY _ OO O Figure 52 On Off Button CS SE 53 Horn Button OO HF Figure 54 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 pro gramming 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 but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates 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 inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync wi
5. 3 Check following adjustment that the foot plates are fully secured Also make sure there s sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out and when using the stand up function Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates A WARNING Do not subject the legrest to load when adjusting Risk of crushing A WARNING After adjustment and with the seat lift in its lowest position make sure there s sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out and when using the stand up function Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates Using the chair with the footplates set too low might result in personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings 56 Settings and adjustments Figure 18 The height of the foot plates is secured with two screws each Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments Foot plate angle The angle of the foot plates is ad justed using stop screws under each foot plate 1 Tilt up the foot plates plate 2 Undo the lock nut 3 Set to the required angle by screwing the screw in or out 4 Lock the stop screw in the re quired position using the lock nut A WARNING Do not subject the foot plates to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing Fi
6. 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 94 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display el bet a Set zc Display Time Distance Backlight Background Diagnostics Figure 73 Installation menu Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Distance measurement Distance 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 e Total distance Total Distance e Trip Trip Distance Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset e Distance display Display Distance Selects Trip or Total Distance in the display e Reset Clear trip distance Move the joystick to the right to reset the Trip measurer e Exit Exit Move the joystick to the right to exit the installation menu R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Total Distance 0012345 Trip Distance 00 Display Distance Clear Trip Distance Exit Figure 74 Distance measurement 95 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Locking unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one of two ways Either using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key How the Control system is PS locked depends on h
7. 121 A O O ea e o e ee oaao eea 137 Maintenance and Ber TEE 143 EE EIERE T 161 Technical Specifications ene a a te e a e O cca hae 163 Contents Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting A A A A E 167 A 179 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Indications and Contraindication for the use of stand up wheelchairs INDICATIONS AND CONTRAINDICATION FOR THE USE OF STAND UP WHEELCHAIRS These indications and contraindication are based on general observations The conditions for regular standing training varies from person to should be individually agreed with a doctor or therapist Only a doctor or therapist can decide which method and safe standing training can be achieved with the Permobil wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Indications and Contraindication for the use of stand up wheelchairs Indications Permobil wheelchairs with Standing function are specifically developed for people who have lost to their ability to stand e g paraplegia multiple sclerosis cerebral palsy etc Standing is used for therapy and prophylaxis of Osteoporosis Without regular standing vertical stress of the bones bone density can steadily decrease This leads to the risk of bone fractures and other complications Decubitus prophylaxis Whilst standing the pressure on the ischial tuberosity is reduced to a minimum Skeletal misalignments back pain Whilst seated the spinal column is naturally elongated kyphosis hunchba
8. Charger Socket Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel inaddition to the control panel Figure 82 Control Panel R net LED Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Charger 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 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 Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net LED Control Panel Figure 83 Charger Socket 105 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile 106 R net LED Control Panel LO CO D Figure 84 On Off Button Co Kr
9. Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Seat functions 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 loca tions 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 77 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Maneuvering the seat A CAUTION If the symbol MI appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory function has been activated Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display See fig 46 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display 3 Move the joystick forwards or backwards to activate the function Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions HEHE Figure 46 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed
10. Corpus VS Stickers STICKERS Take a good look at all the stickers on your wheelchair to become familiar with their meaning These stickers contains important information for safe and proper use Never remove a sticker from your wheelchair If a sticker becomes difficult to read or falls off new replacement stickers may be ordered from Permobil Read the instructions The sticker indicates that there are instructions that should be read and understood before use or before adjustment is performed LI A Figure 137 Read the instructions 179 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Main fuse Battery Isolator The sticker shows in what position the switch should be to turn the main power Off respectively On Description of the main fuses function is found on page 90 Wheel Locks The sticker shows the wheel lock release levers position in released respec tively activated state Description of the wheel locks function is found on page 73 180 Stickers Figure 138 Main fuse Battery Isolater Figure 139 Wheel Locks Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Stickers Tie down point The sticker indicates where the wheelchair must be secured during transport There is a sticker next to each tie down point Description of transport of the wheelchair is found on page 76 Support wheels The sticker indicates that your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels to re duce the risk of tipping when driving over ob
11. Do nat drive uphill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed oO Figure 113 Driving uphill 130 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Manual Release of the Magnetic Wheel Locks The wheelchair is fitted with a manual brake release on each drive wheel that can be released to make it possible to move the wheelchair manually The brake release levers are located at the front of the wheelchair Release of wheel locks 1 Shut off the wheelchair using the start button on the control panel 2 Move the levers downwards to release the brakes The chair can know be moved manually Engage the wheel locks Move the lever upwards so it assumes in its upper most position Always check that the release levers goes right to its most upper position A WARNING 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 surface before releasing the wheel locks Be aware that the wheelchair will not have brakes when the wheel locks are in free wheel position Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control when the wheel locks are disengaged Always reset the w
12. Drive wheels 4 Control panel 11 Caster wheels 5 Seat 12 Chassi 6 Knee support 13 Serial number label 7 Legrest 14 Armrest 40 Figure 1 F5 Corpus VS Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Design and function Shock absorber The wheelchair is equipped with two shock absorbers Adjustment Adjustment should to be performed by personnel who are well acquainted with the design and functionality of the wheelchair When adjustment is needed contact your nearest Authorized Permobil Service Center Figure 2 Drive package and shock absorbers Drive package The Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 Wheels The wheelchair s drive wheels are available with pneumatic or Flat Free Foam Filled tires The caster wheels have solid polyurethane tires 41 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Design and function Lights and reflectors The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors on the front rear and sides Front rear lights and turn indicators are optional Figure 3 Front Reflectors Figure 4 Rear Reflectors Figure 5 Side Reflectors 42 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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
13. 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 wheelchair 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 A CAUTION Prior to Riding In some instances including where certain medical conditions exist users should practice operating their wheelchair under the supervision of an assistant who is familiar with the operation of the wheelchair and with the abilities and limitations of the user 24 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation Inclines When driving downhill select the slowest speed and proceed with caution Driving down an incline 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 Be sure to keep all recommended positioning belts securely fastened at all times When driving up an incline try to keep moving at a steady speed Stopping and starting the chair while mo
14. Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between differ ent states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The sym bol is animated to show the sands falling E Stop If the control system is programmed for latched drive or actuator operation then it is normal for an Emergency Stop Switch to be connected into the Ex ternal Profile Switch Jack If the Emergency Stop Switch is operated or dis connected this symbol will flash R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display O Figure 70 Motor Temperature Figure 71 Timer E Stop 2 Figure 72 E Stop 93 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock the display bright ness 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 Setting the time Setting the time Set Time Shows the total distance travelled by the control system Displaying the time Display Time Displaying the time Display Time Select Display Time
15. bar Performance Range 25 35 km Min turning diameter 1525 mm Reversing width 1140 mm Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 0 cm 60 mm Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 50 cm 80 mm Min ground clearence 76 mm Hill climbing ability 12 Safe slope 6 Sideways Slope Capability 9 Static stability downhill 17 Static stability uphill 13 Static stability sideways 14 Max Speed forward 12 km h Min braking distance from max speed 2 8 m Max User weight 150 Kg 165 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electronics Rnet drive electronics type JSM L SV PM120 Batteries Recommended battery type 24 cells gel Battery capacity 2x73Ah Charging time 8 hours Weight 17 5 Kg Fuses Main fuse 63A Control force Joystick 15N Keys 2N 166 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting guide ue 168 Diagnostics Ret E EEN 170 Diagnostics R net LO Di canas 175 Troubleshooting 167 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting guide describes a number of faults and events which may occur when you use your wheelchair together with suggested remedies Note that this guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service contact or Permobil in case of doubt EVENT The
16. be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory loca tions 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 fig 77 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions 4 CH Figure 77 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display 98 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display A CAUTION If the symbol M appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory function has been activated Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead 3 Move the joystick forwards or backwards to activate the function 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 fig 78 1 Figure 78 Standard display image
17. d 3 Lamps Short circuit in left drive motor e Check the left drive motor s contacts and cables d l 4 Lamps Failure in right drive motor ef Check the connection of the right drive motor gt 5 Lamps Short circuit inright drive motor ee Check the right drive motor s contacts and cables d ee 6 Lamps Battery charger connected Disconnect the battery charger L 7 Lamps Joystick error ee ee Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is o started e i 173 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 8 Lamps Control system error ee Check the contacts to the output stage O 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit 65 ee Ze Check the contacts to the magnetic brakes o 10 Lamps High battery voltage eo Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the output o o stage 0 o 7 5 Lamps Communication error e9290 A communication error has been indicated Check that the cable to the o control panel is not damaged and is correctly inserted 00009 Actuator indicator Actuator error An actuator error has been indicated If the wheelchair is fitted with more then one actuator check which one is not working Check the ac tuator s cable connections 174 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting Diagnostics R net LCD When an error or a fault occurs in the whe
18. for See page 159 example battery replacement The charging fuse is triggered Wait for five minutes the fuse will be auto matically reset 169 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting Diagnostics Rnet LED Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started parts of the wheelchair es 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 personel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model 170 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting A CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission Permanently on Everything is in order The number of lamps that light up depends on the voltage remaining in the batteries If the bat teries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly
19. handle 2 on the rear of the head rest See fig 26 2 Adjust the angle of the head rest as required 3 Tighten the handle 2 A WARNING Figure 26 Head rest adjustment Do not put weight on the head rest while adjusting it 64 Settings and adjustments Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Rotatable panel holder The location of the control panel can be adjusted lengthwise for the opti mal driving position It is also possi ble to adjust the angle of the panel sideways to facilitate getting in and out Length adjustment 1 Undo the screw A on the panel joint and adjust the panel to the required position 2 Tighten the screw A Angle adjustment 1 Tighten loosen the knob B on the friction joint to adjust how easy or stiff the panel is for an gling laterally Figure 27 Length Adjustment screw A and Friction Joint Handle B Figure 28 Length Adjustment screw A 65 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Parallel Panel Holder The location of the control panel can be adjusted lengthwise for the opti mal driving position The panel can also be pushed out to the side diag onally back to facilitate getting in and out Length adjustment 1 Undo the screw on the underside of the armrest and adjust the panel to the required position 2 Tighten the screw Adjusting the friction joint 1 Using the knob on the friction joint it is possible to adjust how easy or sti
20. homepage on the internet at www permobil com Open up your country page and the contact page Here is the needed contact information and a guidance document in what in formation we need to investigate the incident Complete the information as much as possible This is of great help for us To increase the product quality and to ensure that our product is safe through the whole life cycle we need you to send in Incident Reports It is also stated in MEDDEV 2 12 1 and Annex 9 that the manufacturer shall Encourage users or those given specific responsi bility for reporting incidents that have occurred with medical devices and that meet the criteria within these guidelines to report the incidents to the Manufacturer and or to the Competent Authority in accord ance with national guidance To meet the requirements and to ensure that our products shall remain safe in your hands we need your assistance We hope you never need to use the information on this page but if there is an incident please contact us Product approval This product fulfil the requirements according to EN 12184 EN 1021 1 EN 1021 2 ISO 7176 9 2009 ISO 7176 14 2008 ISO 7176 16 1997 and ISO 7176 19 2001 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Important Information about this Owner s Manual 16 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Benefits of a daily standing BENEFITS OF A DAILY STANDING The use of any stand up device should be done only under the prescription and s
21. indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 45 78 Figure 45 Standard display image with speed indicator Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po sitions 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 in the control panel display 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 47 3 Move and hold the joystick forwards The seat adjusts to the position stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held forwards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved position it stops moving NOTE Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick 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 fig 45 Figure 47 Memory function activated 79 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Sa
22. is properly fastened and that the wheel locks are engaged When transporting the wheel chair in a vehicle the wheelchair must be locked into position by running fastening straps through the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers Secure the wheelchair according to the manuafacturer of the vehicle restraint systems instructions Always make sure that the fastening points on the transport vehicle are well anchored Qe Se Figure 119 Sticker for transport Figure 118 Front transport eyes eyes Figure 120 Rear transport eyes 138 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Transport A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair
23. mode LZ abai 2 If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the 4018 A Se Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control i panel display Mi l 3 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 80 4 Move the joystick backwards to activate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory symbol M see fig 81 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in Figure 80 Memory function that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disappears activated 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 fig 78 40 18 i a 7 Figure 81 Save function activated 101 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 102 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R NET LED CONTROL PANEL EMC E 104 Charger eel a ster 105 Function BUONS tee EES 106 Battery Voltage Indicator esse eee 109 Maximum Speed Indicator sees sese eee 110 elle 111 R net LED Control Panel 103 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick and function buttons At the front of the panel is the
24. of two ways Either using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key How the Control system is PS locked depends on how your system is programmed KS Keypad Locking To lock the wheelchair using the keypad SE played when the wheelchair is e While the control system is switched on depress and hold the On Off locked button e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Ifthe control system has switched off press the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now unlocked 75 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the KH Joystick Module e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair Figure 44 The Lock Symbol is dis played when the wheelchair is e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket locked e The wheelchair is now unlocked 76 Owner s Manual Permobil F5
25. should be charged at least once a month for maintenance purposes 148 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Cleaning Regular care and maintenance will prevent unnecessary wear and damage to your wheelchair The following is general advice recommended by Permobil For severe soiling of the upholstery or damage to the surface finish contact Permobil for information Metal surfaces For normal cleaning it is best to use a soft cloth sponge hot water and a mild detergent Wipe down carefully with a cloth and water and dry off Remove scuff marks from semi matt surfaces with soft wax follow manufacturer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing ap ply soft car wax to restore the original surface gloss Plastics For normal cleaning wash plastic surfaces with a soft cloth mild detergent and hot water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners Maintenance and repairs Upholstery cloth vinyl For normal cleaning wash the upholstery with lukewarm water and a mild non abrasive soap Use a soft cloth or brush Before the surface dries wipe off any water soap residues with a clean dry cloth 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
26. taiii aani 161 NA 141 B Back rest recline 50 Batterie Siina say 43 Batteries Charging 133 Batteries Replacement 155 Batteries Gtorage eee 147 C CHANGING T 133 R Ta dees eden 149 D Drive wees 151 Driving rules ss sse ee ee eee esen ee 126 Driving technique sss eee e 125 G General Driving 123 J Joystick EO a rss Z eette Seren 124 L Re EN 51 M Main USE euiar 2 Sa ETA rasai 159 P Pivot Wees 153 Positioning Belt 150 S A 49 le TTT 179 Index T TOO AG sed biste Tata 4 aeiy Pas ene 144 Transport 138 Troubleshooting guide 168 185 www permobil com permobil 7 330818 31311 205358 UK 0
27. the wheelchair on public roads and in other public locations 122 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling General Driving Check that the control panel is correctly fitted and the joystick is in the neutral position Ensure that you have good support for example the wheelchair s arm rest for the part you use to handle the joystick with Do not just use the joy stick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely A WARNING Always make sure your feet are correct and securely positioned on the foot plates before you operate the wheelchair Use foot straps if needed Failure to do this increases the risk of personal injury Switch on the power by pressing the start key on the control panel Select a suitable driving profile with the PROFILE key if the system is programmed for more than one driving profile 3 Move the joystick carefully forwards to drive forwards or backwards to reverse 4 The speed setting is adjusted using the keys for higher and lower speed The wheelchair s electronics allow very slow driving over edges You can drive up to the edge and then carefully drive over it Na 123 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Joystick Error 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 fo
28. transferring into or out of the wheelchair every precaution should 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 overexert lose balance or fall Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assistance 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 E 31 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position
29. with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation e During transportation it is essential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e 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 32 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather conditions 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 33 Owner s Manu
30. with speed indicator 99 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Memory Retrieving position from memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po sitions 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 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 79 3 Move and hold the joystick forwards The seat adjusts to the position stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held forwards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved position it stops moving NOTE Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick 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 fig 78 100 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display ae rich 10 18 Mi Figure 79 Memory function activated Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Saving position to memory 1 Set the seat s electrical functions to the desired
31. ANEREN 66 Settings and adjustments 53 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments Positioning Belt Fitting the Positioning Belt There is an accessory rail on both sides of the seat frame for mounting such items as the positioning belt Mount the positioning belt in the upper track of the rail 1 Screw the belt in place with the snap lock on the side which best suits the user and the other part with the buckle on the opposite side 2 After mounting check that the belt buckle locks properly in the snap lock 54 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments A WARNING 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 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 SS Figure 15 Fitted Belt right hand side Figure 16 Snap Lock for the Belt Figure 17 Fitted Belt left hand side 55 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Foot plate height The height of the foot plates can be adjusted individually and steplessly They are secured with two screws each 1 Undo the two screws on the foot plate in question See the fig 18 2 Adjust the foot plate to the required height and secure by tightening the screws
32. Figure 85 Horn Button A Figure 86 Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Mode Button These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchairs maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates 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 inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate R net LED Control Panel Figure 8 87 Mode Button Figure 88 bazar a and LED Figure 89 Lights Bu Button and LED 107 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net LED Control Panel Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on
33. Owner s Manual gnait F5 Corpus VS Ce Dear Permobil Owner 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 Your Permobil is designed to give you highest possible comfort and safety and to meet the requirements regarding safety and environment Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions Produced and published by Permobil AB Edition 1 2014 09 Order no 205358 UK 0 How to contact Permobil Tel Fax Email Permobil Benelux BV De Beitel 11 6466 GZ Kerkrade Netherlands 31 0 45 564 54 80 31 0 45 564 54 81 info permobil nl The Permobil Group s Head Office Tel Fax E mail Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden 46 60 59 59 00 46 60 57 52 50 info permobil se Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Contents CONTENTS Indications and Contraindication for the use of stand up wbeelchars sse 9 Important Information about this Owner s Manual 13 Bee Tits Of a daily Starve i Gy aa e ea ae e ae a e 17 Safety INSUUCHONS ficient a A EE Nl eR a ae 19 DESIGN AMG T NCUON iiai irtee e p a a aa a ai 39 Settings E el EE 53 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 67 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display ANEREN 83 e ED elia A A 103 L ere APIS EE 113 Wed AU NCI DEE
34. VS Electric Backrest The back angle can be adjusted via the Recline Control allowing the consumer to set a recline angle as needed within the operating range A WARNING There is a risk of pinching accidents when using the electrical functions of the seat 50 Figure 12 Electric Backrest Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Electric Legrest The legrests can be elevated to a desired angle within the operating range Figure 13 Electric Legrest Design and function 51 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Design and function Electric Standing function The Permobil F5 Corpus VS has an electric Standing function This func tion makes it possible for the user to stand up in the wheelchair A WARNING When the Standing function is used the centre of gravity is raised increasing the likelihood of tipping over so only use this seat function on a level floor and drive in the lowest speed Not doing so could leed to personal injury Figure 14 Electric Standing function 52 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS Positioning Belt see sss et beset ae eee 54 FOOL Plate Relais 56 FOOUPIale ANGI ee Ee 57 Armrest e EE 58 Arm FESTA e EE 59 Arm rest height angle sese 60 Chest support e TE E 62 Chest support depth CcCessor eee ee eee 63 Head rest access eee eee 64 Rotatable panel holder 65 Parallel Panel Holder
35. al Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Maintenance and Service Carry out only the service and maintenance which are stated in the Owner s Manual All other service and maintenance including programming of the control system must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Incorrect settings could 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 During all work on the electrical system of the wheelchair the Main fuse 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 cause 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 unapproved aftermarket accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheelchair 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
36. alled Figure 102 Memory function 118 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Storing memory Before storing a seating position in memory position the seating system in the position that is desired to be stored 1 Enter the memory mode by pressing and holding the memory button 8 for two seconds see fig While in the memory mode the LED flashes green Press and hold button 4 until the LED immediately to the left of the Memory LED lights green You have now enabled storing and are ready to store a memory seat position Press and hold the desired store button 5 6 or 7 for three seconds to memorize the current seat position in a memory location see fig The LED above the memory position will light red and the control panel will emit a tone when the memory has been successfully stored Return to standard seat function operating mode by pressing the memory button 8 see fig ICS Control Panel Figure 103 Memory function 119 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Recalling memory 1 120 Enter the memory mode by pressing and holding the memory button 8 for two seconds see fig While in the memory mode the memory LED flashes green Press and hold the desired recall button 1 2 or 3 to move the seating system to the desired memory position see fig Releasing the Recall button stops actuator movement as a safety feature Actuator movement stops the LED above the memory position lights gr
37. and depress the button again to turn it off Figure 90 Left Indicator and LED When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De gt press the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn Figure 91 Right In ee and LED it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel chair s indicator 108 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net LED Control Panel Battery Voltage Indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Figure 92 Battery Voltage Indicator 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 A CAUTION The battery voltage indicator also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 109 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Indicates
38. ave a negative effect on the driving properties So never drive at full speed if the seat has been angled a long way Figure 109 Support Wheels 126 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm If you drive over higher edges there is a higher risk of tipping and of damage to the wheelchair You should always drive over obstacles with great caution Always approach the obstacle perpendicular A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm You should always drive over obstacles with great caution A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the centre of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed Q Figure 110 Driving over obstacles 127 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Driving on side slopes You should always drive on side slopes with great caution Avoid 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 on side slopes with an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on side slopes steeper than 9 There is a risk of tipping A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the centr
39. 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 A CAUTION 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 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING 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 A WARNING Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section in this Owner s
40. chair and get in touch with your service contact or Permobil for more information 21 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions Warnings and precautions A CAUTION 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 A CAUTION Operation Do not drive the wheelchair over any curbs or edges higher than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual 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 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 22 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation 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
41. chairs are subject to continuous development Contact your nearest Permobil dealer for more information on the accessories available for your wheelchair 161 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Accessories 162 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4 Leg Length 1145 mm Width 655 790 mm Smallest transportation size Height 1095 1170 mm Length 980 mm Width 655 790 mm Height 825 mm 163 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Product name F5 Corpus VS Wheelchair class B Dimensions and weight Length 1145 mm Width 655 790 mm Height 1095 1170 mm Minimum transport length 980 mm Minimum transport height 825 mm Minimum transport width 655 790 mm Weight incl batteries 191 Kg Seat plane angle 0 Effective seat depth 370 570 mm Effective seat width 420 570 mm Seat surface height at front edge 450 800 mm Back rest angle 180 Back rest height 470 670 mm Footrest to seat distance 465 mm Leg to seat surface angle 90 180 Armrest to seat distance 185 320 mm Front location of armrest structure 0 435 mm Horizontal displacement of axle 330 mm 164 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wheels Drive wheel tire dimensions Pivot wheel tire dimensions Rec tire pressure 3 00 x 8 mm 200 kPa 2 2 5
42. ck Standing facilitates a natural spinal position and therefore better upper body stability This prevents the risk of a scoliosis Muscular atrophy Without regular leg movement the risk of muscle shortening increases muscular atrophy and consequently con tractures may develop Regular self standing training help as movement therapy thereby avoiding contractures and preventing possible associated pains and expensive operations Tonus regulation of spasticity Frequent standing helps to reduce spasticity and facilitates seat movement and positioning in the wheelchair or bed This supports a peaceful sleep Deeper respiration Straightening the upper body through standing decreases the pressure of the abdominal cavity on the lungs This improves and deepens respiration facilitates breathing and can also help reduce the risk of pneumonia Gastrointestinal complications As with breathing standing also reduces the pressure on the digestive system This facilitates digestion intestinal peristalsis and helps with the improvement of bowl and bladder functions Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Indications and Contraindication for the use of stand up wheelchairs Contraindications A WARNING A wheelchair with Standing function can only be used upon prescription by a doctor Here are the most common contraindication for the use of a wheelchair with Standing function e Reduced bone density Should the bones already be ve
43. d Indicator This displays the current speed setting The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed Buttons Current Profile The Profile Number describes which Profile the control system is currently operating in The Profile Text is the name or description of the Profile the con trol system is currently operating in R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display RER Figure 63 Battery Indicator zl Figure 64 Speed Indicator Indoor Drive 72 1 Figure 65 Currant Profile 91 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS In Focus 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 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 driv ing then the symbol will flash Restart When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this symbol will be flashed Control System Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage 92 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 66 In Focus oes Figure 67 Speed Limit O Figure 68 Restart L Figure 69 Control System Temperature
44. e of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed o il Figure 111 Driving on side slopes 128 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed The stopping distance will often be increased when driving downhill oOo Figure 112 Driving downhill 129 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Driving uphill You should always drive uphill with great caution Avoid 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 uphill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING
45. e wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer e Please note that a battery discharges itself and that a discharged battery can burst when it is cold If the wheelchair is to be stored unused for an extended period of time the batteries must always be charged once a month to avoid them being damaged e The wheelchair must not be stored in areas subject to condensation steam or moisture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar e The wheelchair may be stored in an unheated room From the point of view of corrosion it is best for the room to be a few degrees warmer than the surroundings as this keeps the room drier e H the wheelchair is fitted with acid batteries the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is fitted with gel batteries the liquid level does not need to be checked The life of the batteries depends entirely on regular charging Short term storage For the charging process to produce a battery with good capacity the temperature in the storage room should not be lower than 5 degrees If it is stored at a temperature below 5 degrees there is a higher risk that the battery has not been fully charged when it comes to be used and also a higher risk of corrosion 147 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs Long term storage The battery may be stored in an unheated room but it
46. ee eee e Seat TREIE e R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 83 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charg er Socket Two Jack Sockets are lo cated on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel 84 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 50 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Charger 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 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 Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 51 Charger Socket 85 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button
47. een and the control panel emits a tone when the stored position is reached Return to standard seat function operating mode by pressing the memory button 8 see fig ICS Control Panel Figure 104 Memory Function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS HANDLING G netal a ee aaae ee E oa E eaaa EEEa S EEEa 122 General Driving REH 123 JOVSUCK EE 124 Driving tec mMIQUe ias lid 125 Driving TUS aida ds 126 Manual Release of the Magnetic Wheel Locks 131 ChNarging Dbateres andado ip 133 Handling 121 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling General The Permobil F5 Corpus VS is designed for use both indoors and outdoors When you drive indoors you must be careful in for example narrow passages when going through doors and entrances and when using lifts ramps etc You should also consider the risk of crushing when you use the electric seat lift and seat angle functions above all if the wheelchair has been driven under tables benches etc Outdoors you should remember to drive very slowly down steep slopes and to be very careful when driving on uneven surfaces up slopes on side slopes and over obstacles Always observe a good safety distance when driving near edges and precipices We recommend that you do repeated test drives in an environment in which you feel safe so that you are very familiar with how the wheelchair and its accessories behave in different situations before you start to use
48. elchair s electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s dis play This information can then be used to diagnose where the error fault occurred and its cause Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personnel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model Diagnostic screens Current diagnostic screen When the control system s integrated protection circuits have been triggered so that the control system can no longer operate the wheelchair a diagnostic screen is displayed in the control panel s display This indicates a system fault i e R net has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electrical system NOTE If the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it may still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diag nostic screen is displayed occasionally Switch off the wheelchair and leave it off for a few minutes Then restart the wheelchair If the fault persists you must switch off the wheelchair and contact your service contact Write down the information displayed in plain text in the control panel s display and pass it on to your service contact Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other instructions from your service contact 175 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooti
49. ent 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 20 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions Prepare for use 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 including operating instructions and possible other documen tation If you suspect that something is missing then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible that no transport related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair seat and its accessories If you discov er 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 wheel
50. ety 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 A CAUTION 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 35 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING 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 maneuverability The prescribed tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Note that overfilling causes a risk of explosion A WARNING Changing Tires Avoid the use of sharp edged tools when working with tires A WARNING 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 unauthorized 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 supplier or Permobil for more information 36 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Da
51. f the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates 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 inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display a MODE _MODE Figure 35 Mode Button PROFILE Figure 36 Profile Button PO A Figure 37 Hazard Button and LED 71 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button 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 NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates 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 NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair
52. ff the panel is for push ing out to the side 66 Settings and adjustments Figure 29 Length Adjustment screw A and Friction Joint Handle B Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD MONOCHROME DISPLAY A A a a AES E nE ee EE Function e EE Jack eer BIE E EE Locking unlocking the Control Gvstem eee eee Seat UNCION S sacchari sah an Osea oe celia alta oe aida ele aa R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 67 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a Display At the back of the panel you also find the Charger Socket and two Jack Sockets Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Figure 30 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Charger 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 This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not con nect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchai
53. flashing red lamps 1 2 lamps The batteries need to be charged immediately Rapid flashing 1 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair can not be driven e Switch of the wheelchair e Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are connected correctly e Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flashing 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 information from your service contact 171 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work 172 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting Example of error messages and remedies EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp Low battery voltage Check the condition of the batteris Check the contact between the bat e tery and the control unit 2 Lamps Failure in left drive motor Check the connection of the left drive motor
54. ging contact is disconnected from the wheelchair s charging socket This is to avoid sparking and unnecessarily high wear on the charging contact The charger may get hot and must not be covered The charger must be placed so that it has free space on all sides The charging contact must be replaced if it is damaged or gets hot during charging Both the contact on the charger s cable and the wheelchair s charging socket should be replaced if one part is damaged or worn The contacts must be replaced by qualified personnel Handling 135 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS A CAUTION The charger s charging cable must not be extended Carefully read the instructions supplied with the charger before starting to charge the wheelchair Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel before charging but ensure that the main fuse is in the ON position Ensure that the charging contact has been fully inserted in the wheelchair s charging socket The wheelchair cannot be driven when the charger is connected 136 Handling Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS TRANSPORT A ae seins aisha ees abso wales 138 REMOVING the back EN 140 General advice for air ransport eee eee ee eee eee 141 Transport 137 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Transport General The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes Check that the wheelchair
55. gure 19 The angle of the foot plates can be adjusted using a screw locked with a lock nut 57 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Arm rest height The height of the arm rest can be ad justed for optimal comfort The scale on the back of the back rest shows the current height setting for the arm rests 1 58 Undo the four screws on the rear of the back rest that secure the height of the arm rest See fig 20 Adjust to the required position using the adjustment screw on the rear of the back rest See 20 The scale on the centre of the back rest shows the current height setting of the arm rest Secure the height of the arm rest by tightening the four screws on the rear of the back rest See fig 20 Settings and adjustments Figure 20 Adjusting the arm rest height Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Arm rest angle The arm rest angle can easily be ad justed for optimal comfort 1 Loosen the two nuts securing the position of the adjustment bar 2 Adjust the arm rest angle by turn ing the adjustment bar See fig 21 3 Secure into position by tightening the lock nuts A WARNING Do not subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing Settings and adjustments Figure 21 The position of the adjustment bars are secured with two nuts 59 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments Arm rest height angle The arm rest height angle
56. hair control panel Available functions may vary depending on how the seat is equipped Functions Seat Lift e Legrest e Seat Tilt e Backrest Recline e Standing function 46 Figure 9 Electric actuator Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Other Adjustment Options The control panel arm rest foot plates and other accessories such as calf rest thigh support trunk support head rest etc have manual adjustment and setting options Design and function 47 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Design and function Electric Seat Lift Permobil can be fitted with an elec trically controlled seat lift that allows the seat to be raised steeples up to 8 inches in order to adjust its height to tables benches etc A WARNING When the seat lift is raised the centre of gravity is also raised increasing the likelihood of tipping over so only use the seat lift on a level floor Always drive in the lowest speed and never tip the seat tilt or the back tilt so far that the wheelchair cannot be manoeuvred safely if it runs over a slope uneven ground or over obstacles Figure 10 Electric Seat Lift 48 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Electric Seat Tilt The electrically controlled seat tilt makes it possible to set the suitable seat angle within the operating range Figure 11 Electric Seat Tilt Design and function 49 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus
57. heavy and contains many moving parts which means that the risk of being caught between them is always present A WARNING Charging of Batteries Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done ina 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 12 A When the charger is connected the chair must not and cannot be driven 34 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Changing Batteries and Fuses The Main fuse 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 A WARNING 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 conditions Limit switch circuits limit the wheelchair s functions under certain circumstances Overload protection 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 saf
58. heel lock release after manually moving the wheelchair 131 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling 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 Figure 114 Location of the release Figure 115 Wheel lock released Figure 116 Wheel lock engaged levers 132 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Charging batteries When should the batteries be charged How frequently you need to charge the batteries in your wheelchair depends on a number of factors including how you use your wheelchair the tempera ture and age of the batteries and how they are made All batteries also gradu ally lose capacity as they age The most important factor for the life of the batteries is how much power is taken out of them before they are charged and how often they are charged discharged Handling 133 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS A 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 life span of the batteries To achieve the best life the batteries should not be discharged completely Always charge the batteries immediately after they have been discharged If the battery voltage indicator shows that the batteries appear to be losing power faster than normal the batteries may be w
59. including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation e During transportation it is essential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e 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 139 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Removing the backrest To make transportation of the wheel chair easier the back can be re moved in a few simple moves 1 Remove the back rest cushion It is fixed in place by means of Vel cro on the rear of the cushion 2 Remove the upper section of the back rest by carefully undoing the clip on the rear of the back rest and pulling the upper section straight up at the same time See fig If necessary the head rest can also be removed see page 35 140 Transport Figure 121 The upper section of the back rest is secured with a locking mechanism Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Transport General advice for air transport When transporting your wheelchair by air you should primarily pay a
60. ing an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display fon Figure 61 Jack Sockets 89 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing 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 Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Clock Speedometer Profile name Current profile Battery indicator Max Speed indicator mmpoopmb 90 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 1 Figure 62 Drive Screen Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 Spee
61. ir s comply with these limit values Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions 38 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS DESIGN AND FUNCTION E E UE 40 Shock A a aaae aa aaNet 41 Drive DICK EE 41 At 41 Lights and reflectors AEN 42 A ON 43 ee ds 44 Electric Seat ee EE 46 Other Adjustment Options sss ss sees 47 Electri Seat bt 48 Electric Seat H E 49 Electri Se T EE 50 Electra Ee E E 51 Electric Standing UNC sse eee eee ii 52 Design and function 39 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS General The Permobil F5 Corpus VS is an electric front wheel drive wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving It is in tended for people with physical disabilities Its raising function allows the user greater freedom of movement We recommend gradual training in standing up under the guidance of a physiotherapist before you use the Stand ing function every day You will gain the greatest benefit in standing up if you regularly switch between a sitting and a standing position This alternation is simple with the Permobil F5 Corpus VS The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat The chassis contains the wheelchair s electronics power sup ply and drive functions The seat consists of a seat frame seat plate back rest arm rest leg rest and any accesso ries options such as a head rest calf rest chest support etc 1 Head rest 8 Support wheels 2 Back rest 9 Foot plates 3 Chest support 10
62. is normally adjusted as described on pages 58 59 However for special needs the arm rests can be adjusted individually for users who want a left and right arm rest at different heights and or angles This adjustment can only be made for special needs It may have negative effects on the movement of the arm rest when raising lowering the back rest A WARNING Do nat subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing This type of adjustment should only be made for special needs It may have negative effects on the movement of the arm rest when raising lowering the back rest Loosen the two nuts D securing the position of the adjustment bar Adjust the arm rest height by turning the adjustment bars C See fig 22 Secure into position by tightening the lock nuts D The angle of the arm rest is secured using a screw B Move the screw from a fixed position A to a flexible posi tion B See fig 22 PU NS 60 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments A WARNING When the screw is removed the armrests angle setting is released Support the armrest from underneath with one hand at the front edge as the screw is removed Be careful there is a risk of crushing 5 Adjust the arm rest to the required angle 6 Fix the setting by tightening the screw B See fig 22 Figure 22 Individual adjustment of the arm rest height angle 61 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Set
63. l surface and raise the seat lift 2 Switch off the power supply using the ON OFF key on the control panel and switch the main fuse to Off 3 Remove the two knobs holding the chassis covers See fig 128 Maintenance and repairs Figure 128 The chassis covers are secured with two knobs 155 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs 4 Lift pull the top and rear chassis covers off the chassis See fig 129 and 130 Figure 130 The chassis rear cover 156 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs 5 Remove the four screws holding the battery box See fig 131 6 Use the straps to pull the battery box out of the chassis See fig 132 7 Loosen the battery connections A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles a f a Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with Figure 131 The battery box is se great caution cured with four screws 8 Lift the batteries out of the battery box using the battery straps G Figure 132 Use the straps to pull the battery box out of the chassis 157 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Fitting of the batteries 1 Use battery straps and lift new batteries in reverse order leave the straps on the new batteries Connect the battery connections NOTE Also see the sticker on
64. l wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the correct level Maintenance and repairs Figure 123 Filling valve 151 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Changing inner tube NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic rear tires 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 3 Remove the wheel it s fitted with four screws 4 Release the air 5 remove the six screws holding the rim together 6 Take the rim apart 7 Replace the inner tube 2 in the tire 3 and fit togeth er with the two rim halves 1 amp 4 Tighten the six screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 8 Fill the tire to recommended tire pressure 200 kpa 2 bar 9 Fit the wheel on to the wheelchair Tighten the four screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 152 Maintenance and repairs Figure 124 Changing inner tube Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs Pivot wheels Filling tires with air NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire
65. mages malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong Stop driving as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and contact your service contact 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 A WARNING Flame resistance The material components has been tested against flammability Padded parts fulfil the requirements according to EN 1021 1 2006 EN 1021 2 2006 and ISO 7176 16 1997 Plastic parts fulfil the requirements according to UL94 A CAUTION EMC Requirements The electronics of an power wheelchair can be affected by external electromagnetic fields for example from mobile telephones Similarly 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 wheelcha
66. nding on the amount of weight added e 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 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Elevation to standing position Elevation to standing position and operation in standing position must only be done on a flat surface When the chair is in elevated position never reach out from the chair due the higher tipping risk A WARNING Fixed seat post Adjusting the seat height may only be performed by an authorized service provider See the service manual for more information A CAUTION Positioning Belt Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident You may even receive further injury from the belts 29 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven 30 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Transfer into and out of the chair Be sure that the power is turned OFF before entering or leaving the wheelchair and before lifting the control side armrest When
67. ng A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work A CAUTION If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission 176 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting Example of a screen showing a system fault Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem PM Power module JSM Joystick module Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there are no re placeable parts in the R net control system Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil ap proved repairer for repair 177 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting 178 Owner s Manual Permobil F5
68. om the ICS Control Panel The seat s electrical functions are controlled from the Control Panel The control system may be in the form of conventional push buttons or may have levers for those users who find these easier to maneuver The lever is moved forward to operate the front button and back to operate the rear button The functions of the button box are here described for fitting with conventional push but tons but the functions are the same whatever the design of the control system Each switch location can have two functions and the symbol for the active function is illuminated Functions are changed using the shift function 114 ICS Control Panel L A Figure 95 Control Panel A CAUTION The number of available functions will vary depending on how your wheelchair and seat are equipped Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Feedback The control panel provides feedback related to the avail able Seat Functions active Seat Functions Inhibits ac tive Drive Speed Limits and active Drive Inhibits through its LEDs There are three states that the LED above the switch can have Off The function icon is extinguished or OFF This signi fies that the function is not currently active The selection of the Left Right seat functions is toggled with the Shift Switch Solid A SOLID LED communicates Drive Speed related infor mation to the user Solid green LED signifie
69. on e g sidewalk To protect against tipping personal injury and property damage reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning A WARNING Operation Freewheel Mode In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level 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 A CAUTION Driving distance Driving frequently on slopes rough ground or frequently climbing curbs etc can reduce the range stated in the technical specification in this manual 26 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving on a Loose 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 carpeting can involve constrained navigability A CAUTION Driving in Darkness Driving in the dark may only be done if your wheelchair is equipped with functioning lighting in the front and the back or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations A WARNING
70. orn out and need to be replaced Charging Ensure that the wheelchair is switched off with the On Off key on the control panel and then connect the charging plug to the charging socket The battery voltage indicator on the wheelchair s control panel lights up and shows the charging status during charging After charging has been completed the wheelchair must be switched off and on again with the On Off key on the control panel before it can be driven NOTE Description and Use of Battery Charger see supplied Owner s Manual 134 Handling Figure 117 Charging socket Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS A WARNING Use only the charger supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil Using other chargers may damage the batteries the wheelchair electronics or the charger itself It may also result in parts becoming overheated which may entail a greater risk of fire Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles You may only use a charger with a maximum charging current of 10 A average the effective value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A The batteries must be charged in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe The batteries must not be charged in a bathroom or wetroom A WARNING If you want to interrupt the charging process the mains voltage should be switched off before the char
71. ow your system is programmed KS Keypad Locking To lock the wheelchair using the keypad OU TNE DE ines cis played when the wheelchair is e While the control system is switched on depress and hold the On Off locked button e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Ifthe control system has switched off press the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now unlocked 96 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the Joystick Module e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket e The wheelchair is now unlocked R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display L 7 S Figure 76 The Lock Symbol is dis played when the wheelchair is locked 97 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Seat functions Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can
72. pressure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneu verability Too low tire pressure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the valve and adjust the tire pres Figure 125 Filling valve sure to the correct level 153 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Inner tube replacement NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic rear tires 1 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 2 Take the wheel rim apart by unscrewing the three Al len screws 6 that hold it together 3 Replace the inner tube 4 4 Put the wheel rim together with the tire Check that 154 Maintenance and repairs the inner tube is not caught between the halves of the wheel rim Fill the tire with air A WARNING The recommended tire pressure for front and rear tyres is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Overfilling entails a risk of explosion The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability So check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure ON vi 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 126 Inner tube replacement Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Battery replacement Removal of the batteries 1 Place the wheelchair on a leve
73. r R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 69 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 70 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display fF WN _ OD 7 Figure 32 On Off Button C SE 33 Horn Button OO HF Figure 34 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 pro gramming 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 but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active i
74. r 5 seconds On control panels without a display the LEDs on the battery voltage indicator will wander backwards and forwards instead If the joystick 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 en sure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again If control system detects an error in the wheelchair electronics which needs attention a Diagnostics screen will ap pear on control panels with display On control panels without display the battery voltage indicator LEDs will flash rap idly instead If this happens you should get in touch with your service contact as soon as possible PM Low Battery Figure 105 Shifted Joystick Figure 106 Moving LEDs Figure 107 Diagnostics screen 124 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Driving technique The control panel s electronics Interpret the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended For normal driving the user needs to em ploy no complex techniques which is an advantage if the user is inexper ienced 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 However always remember to drive as gently as possible and to avoid sud den braking and evasive maneuvers A CAUTION Do not take the fi
75. rst test drive on your own The test drive is intended to establish how you and the wheelchair work together and you may need assistance Before driving check that the brake release lever is in the drive position A WARNING Do not just use the joystick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely If the wheelchair moves in a way that you do not want RELEASE THE JOYSTICK This always makes the wheelchair interrupt the current movement Handling Figure 108 Joystick Maneuvering 125 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Handling Driving rules Support wheels Your wheelchair may be fitted with front support wheels to reduce the risk of tipping when driving over obstacles etc They must always be fitted when you drive A WARNING If your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels they must always be fitted when you drive There is a risk of tipping Always be aware that high speed and a longer braking distance mean a greater risk of accident Never drive fast at full speed in narrow passages on narrow pavements etc because an incorrect maneuver steering error can lead to a risk of accident Remember that a surface that is closed at the side will affect the wheelchair and may make it steer sideways Therefore never drive at full soeed on surfaces that are closed at the side Using the seat angle function shifts the center of gravity which may h
76. ry weak it is not recommended to stand This could lead to fractures In this case consult your doctor for a bone density measurement e Poor circulation For heart or circulatory diseases standing should only occur under medical supervision cardio training Please consult a doctor in this case e Severe mobility limitations or severe contractures Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Indications and Contraindication for the use of stand up wheelchairs 12 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Important Information about this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS OWNER S MANUAL Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating in structions and in particular the Safety Instructions These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and characteristics of the wheel chair and how you can use them in the best manner possible They also contain important safety and maintenance in formation as well as describing possible problems that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheelchair since the need for important infor mation 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 illustration
77. s and specifications are based upon the product information that was available at the time that these operating instructions were printed Pictures and illustrations that are found in these operating in structions 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 If you are visually impaired this document can be viewed in PDF format at www permobil com or alternatively ordered in large text Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Important Information about this Owner s Manual Technical support In the event of technical problems you should contact Permobil Always state the seats 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 Permobil The expected service life of this product is 7 years Scrapping Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in force Warranty All wheelchairs are supplied with a two year product guarantee Batteries and charger are supplied with one year warranty Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Important Information about this Owner s Manual Incident reporting If an incident occurs please contact your nearest Permobil representative Normally the same person you contacted at purchase day To prepare this contact there is a link on our
78. s are operational and clean O Clean wheelchair and upholstery O Check upholstery seating headrest armpads and calfpads for wear O Check that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly O Complete inspection safety check and service should be performed by an author Oo ized Permobil dealer 145 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs General To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used correctly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer A CAUTION Some repairs may require tools other than those supplied with the wheelchair The main fuse must always be switched off when batteries and fuses are replaced Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 146 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs General batteries storage A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in th
79. s right indicator De press 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 wheel Chaire indicator 72 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off using an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button fon Figure 41 Jack Sockets 73 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing 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 A appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 ID ag UT 1 Current Profile B en Profile Name Battery Indicator Speed Indicator Figure 42 Drive Screen PON 74 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Locking unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one
80. s that the chair can drive at full speed Solid yellow LED signifies that the drive speed is limited due to the position of this actuator Solid red LED signifies that the drive is inhibited due to the position of this actuator ICS Control Panel Flashing A FLASHING LED communicates Actuator related in formation to the user Flashing green LED signifies a special or extended feature Flashing yellow LED signifies that the Seat Function is in hibited in one direction due to a safety limit The switches below the icon will only move the seat function in the safe direction Flashing red LED signifies that there has been an error detected with the actuator Depending on the error the switches below may not operate the seat function Note the circumstances when this indication occurs as this in formation may help your service provider Contact your service provider for additional assistance as service may be needed 115 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Functions Seat lift The seat can be raised by pressing the upper part of the button and lowered by pressing the lower part Backrest recline The backrest can be moved backwards by pressing the lower part of the but ton and brought back by pressing the upper part Seat Tilt The seat can be angled backwards by pressing the lower part of the button and forwards by pressing the upper part 116 ICS Control Panel t 1 Figure 96 Seat Lift
81. se cables to the seat or covers 142 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS WOGIDAG WE 144 SSIS E 146 General batteries storage un 147 o EE 149 POS HONDO oa ida 150 Brake release 150 Drive WISE Sun 151 eh ee 153 Battery replacement Aen 155 Resetting the main fuse battery isolator sees eee 159 Maintenance and repairs 143 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs Toolbag The wheelchair comes with a toolbag with the following contents that can be used for maintenance and minor repairs TOOL AREA OF USE Allen keys General maintenance seat adjustment 11 13 mm spanners General maintenance replacing batteries Seat lift crank Manually raising the seat lift Security key Locking unlocking the wheelchair 144 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs Frequency of maintenance and inspection Permobil recommends that the following maintenance and inspection schedule is followed For all service related needs or questions turn to your authorized Permobil dealer Maintenance and Inspection Schedule Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Check battery level indicator and charge if necessary O Check that the joystick panel is not damaged O Ensure all removable parts are securely locked in place O Check belt for wear and make sure the buckle is operational o Check tires and inflate if necessary O Ensure lights and indicator
82. stacles etc They must always be fitted when you drive Figure 141 The support wheels must always be fitted when you drive Crushing Hazard The sticker indicates Crushing Hazard Figure 142 Crushing Hazard Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Stickers Warning The sticker indicates that special attention is required 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 Figure 143 Warning special atten tion is required 182 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Battery Connections and Fuses The sticker shows the polarity of the batteries and where the fuses are found on the wheelchair Description of changing batteries is found on page 155 Stickers Battery connections Fuses Batterianslutningar Sakringar Main Fuse Huvudsakring gt d 80A Figure 144 Battery Connections and Fuses 183 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Serial number label 1 Made in country of final assem bly by adress of site of final assembly Serial number Product type Date of assembly EAN code Maximum user weight DURAN 184 Stickers 2 3 Type E Made in Country Serial No Date YYYY 1 gt Adress to site of final assembly Ce SST e lt xxx kg xxx Ibs s D Figure 145 Serial number label Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS INDEX A ACCESSO OS
83. th the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display move _MODE Ww Figure 55 Mode Button E PROFILE Figure 56 Profile Button A O A Figure 57 aa Button and LED 87 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button 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 NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates 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 NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De press 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 wheel chair s indicator 88 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off us
84. that is not listed above as other methods may attack the vinyl and cause even tual degradation If necessary the cover may be removed before cleaning See also the washing instructions on the upholstery materials Control panel Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent and be careful when cleaning the joystick and the panel s dis play Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners The panel must not be rinsed with water or any other liquid A WARNING Never hose the wheelchair down as the electronics may be damaged The wheelchair must always be turned off when being cleaned 149 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs Positioning belt Check the condition of the positioning belt regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed If signs of damage or wear appear replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer Brake release Check regularly approximately once a month that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair Figure 122 Brake release lever 150 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Drive wheels Filling tires with air Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pressure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability Too low tire pressure also results in abnorma
85. the inside of the chassis covers 2 Push the battery box in to the chassis 3 Refit the four screws holding the battery box See fig 131 4 Refit the chassis covers on to the chassis See fig 129 and 130 Refit the two knobs See fig 128 5 Switch the main fuse to On A CAUTION Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recycling regulations 158 Maintenance and repairs Figure 133 The batteries and their connectors ar Ae LE Figure 134 Main fuse Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Resetting the main fuse battery isolator The main fuse also functions as a battery isolator but it is called the main fuse in the owner s manual It is not normally necessary to replace the main fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered It is reset by switching the switch to ON A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse Maintenance and repairs Figure 135 Main fuse 159 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Maintenance and repairs 160 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Accessories ACCESSORIES Accessories for Permobil power wheel
86. the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4 lamps 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 A CAUTION The indicator for max speed driving profile also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 110 R net LED Control Panel Sy ut MI if U f LAN Ce Lei Figure 93 Maximum Speed Indicator Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Seat Indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest an gle 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 R net LED Control Panel Figure 94 Seat Indicator 111 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net LED Control Panel 112 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS ICS Control Panel ICS CONTROL PANEL General ee edie ea a 114 FUNCIONS rta ias ati eet et Ee ae 116 113 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS General The seat s electrical functions may be controlled from the Drive System Control Panel On seats equipped with the control system ICS the electrical functions may also be controlled fr
87. tings and adjustments Chest support height 1 Release the Allen screws 1 on the locking ring on either side of the chest support See fig 2 Adjust the chest support to a suit able height but never so high that the fixing is not visible at the lower edge of the sleeve 2 See fig 3 Tighten the Allen screws on the locking ring Figure 23 Setting the height of the chest support 62 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Chest support depth accessory 1 Loosen the two screws on the chest support See fig 24 2 Position the chest support on a suitable depth 3 Secure into position by tightening the two screws See fig 24 Settings and adjustments Figure 24 The depth of the chest support is secured with two screws 63 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Settings and adjustments Head rest accessory This head rest has expanded adjustment options to give the user optimal comfort The head rest can also be removed remounted while preserving the same setting Removal 1 Undo the handle 3 on the rear of the back rest See fig 26 2 Remove the head rest by lifting it straight up Mounting 1 Mount in the reverse order Figure 25 Head rest with extensive Adjustment of height depth adjustment options 1 Undo the handle 1 on the rear of the back rest See fig 26 2 Adjust the height depth of the head rest as required 3 Tighten the handle 1 Adjustment of angle 1 Undo the
88. ttention to the following three things 1 Batteries Gel batteries In most cases they do not need to be removed from the wheelchair The main fuse must always be in the Off position Acid batteries Most airlines require that batteries be removed from the wheelchair and transported in special boxes that the airline may provide 141 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Transport A CAUTION If you do not know what type of main fuse your wheelchair has contact Permobil or your service contact Some airlines may refuse to accept acid batteries on board To ensure that the wheelchair can be transported safely and no nasty surprises crop up at the last minute you should always contact the airline before you travel 2 The wheelchair s dimensions and weight How much the wheelchair weighs and how large it is are important depending on the type of airplane in which the wheelchair is to be transported The smaller the airplane is the smaller the wheelchair may be weigh and vice versa Always check with the airline what rules apply 3 Preventing damage When transported by air the wheelchair will be put with other goods in a confined space Therefore it is important to take preventive action to minimise transport damage to the wheelchair Cover the control panel with soft shock absorbing material foam plastic or similar and fold it in towards the back rest Protect other protruding objects in a similar manner Tape any loo
89. upervision of a medical professional At the outset it is recommended that your introduction to regular standing be closely monitored by your Physical or Occupational Therapist It has been documented that the regular and cyclical activity of going from the seated to the standing position may of fer many benefits to those that are no longer able to stand on their own The benefits are two fold 1 there is the ability to once again function in daily activities that necessitate standing reaching file cabinets and equipment in the work place accessing cupboards stoves shelving at home as well as the ability to interact eye to eye and 2 the potential of physical benefits that result from repeated standing these benefits may include improved range of motion bone density circulation bowel and bladder function etc Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Benefits of a daily standing 18 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS 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 Man ual carefully in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts Permobil is not responsible for personal inj
90. uries 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 ex ercise good judgment The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of electric wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the wheelchair user and his or her healthcare professional Permobil is not responsible for inappropriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions Attension Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to note items that have significant importance to safety concerns A 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 A CAUTION Please use caution where this symbol appears Your wheelchair and seat was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider Con sult 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 differ
91. ving 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 control panel display 3 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 48 4 Move the joystick backwards to activate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory symbol M see fig 49 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disappears Figure 48 Memory function activated 80 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a stand ard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 45 Figure 49 Save function activated 81 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 82 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD COLOR DISPLAY COINS ell gsi sees sees sass ees ea ca here Bs ee i Se ele ee i E nE Te L SOCKS A a aeaiee aa aaaea ahoi FUNCION Re EE Jack eer SIE VAY EE Locking unlocking the Control Gvstem sss sese e
92. ving 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 wheelchair will not maneuver safely A WARNING Operation Inclines Do nat 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 Use 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 F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions A WARNING Operation Turning Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheelchair 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 tracti
93. wheelchair cannot be started POSSIBLE CAUSE Batteries discharged REMEDY Charge the batteries The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Insert the cable in the control panel Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement Reset the main fuse See page 159 Main fuse triggered See page 159 The wheelchair cannot be driven Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Brake release activated Reset the brake release Wheelchair locked with the security key Unlock the wheelchair See page 159 The wheelchair switches itself off after a cer tain period of inactivity 20 30 min The electronics energysaving mode has been activated Switch the wheelchair on again using the start key on the control panel The wheelchair stops while being driven The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Insert the cable in the control panel Main fuse triggered See page 159 The wheelchair can only be driven at reduced speed Applies with an electric seat lift and seat angle Seat lift or seat angle raised too high Lower the seat lift or seat angle 168 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting EVENT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The wheelchair cannot be charged Main fuse switched to OFF position after

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