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1. The indicator shows a more exact value after approximately 1 minute of travel Z CAUTION The battery voltage indicator also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 50 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Max speed indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4lamps Average speed 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profiles _ S Me RKC GC Al 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 51 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Seat indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest angle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator Seat indicator 52 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function 53 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel Locking unl
2. Pak kal T m 2 Adjust the arm rest to the desired height 3 Tighten the locking screws Locking screws for adjusting the arm rest height Arm rest forwards backwards 1 Release the two locking screws 2 on the underside of each arm rest 2 Slide the arm rest forwards or backwards to the desired position 3 Tighten the locking screws Arm rest angle 1 Release the two locking screws 3 on the anchoring arms of each arm rest Locking screws for adjusting the arm rest angle and forwards backwards adjustment 2 Adjust the arm rest to the desired angle 3 Tighten the locking screws 68 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Settings Control panel rotatable panel holder To find the optimum driving position the location of the control panel can be adjusted lengthwise It is also possible to adjust the angle of the panel sideways which facilitates getting in and out Control panel Length adjustment 1 Loosen the locking handle 1 on the jointed arm of the panel 2 Adjust the panel to the desired position 3 Tighten the locking screw 1 Length adjustment screw Angle adjustment friction joint Use the handle on the friction joint to adjust how easily or stiffly the panel is to move for sideways adjustment av Friction joint knob 69 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Operation General The Permobil K450 is designed for use both indoors and o
3. R Net control panel LCD color display Display The status of the control system is shown in the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Below is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Clock Speedometer Profile name Current profile Battery Indicator AA Battery indicator Max Speed indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again 41 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Speed Indicator Current Profile In Focus vl a a Speed Limit fi Restart Q This displays the current speed setting The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed Buttons The Profile Number describes wich Profile the con trol system is currently operating in The Profile Text is th
4. 2 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 selected are shown in the control panel display see illustration 3 Move and hold the joystick for wards The seat adjusts to the pos ition stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held for wards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved pos ition it stops moving CAUTION 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 con trol panel display see illustration 80 Operation MODE PROFILE e Memory function activated PROFILE oa Standard display image with speed indicator Permobil K450 User Manual Seat functions R Net LCD Not applicable to all seat models Saving position to memory 1 Set the seat s electrical functions to the desired mode If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the con trol panel display 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 selected are shown in the contr
5. EMC requirements The electronics of a power wheelchair may be affected by external electromag netic fields for example from cell phones Likewise the wheelchair electronics themselves may emit electromagnetic fields which may affect the environment for example alarm systems in shops The threshold values for Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC relating to power wheelchairs are laid down in harmonised standards under EC Directive 93 42 EEC Medical Devices Permobil s power wheelchairs meet these threshold values 23 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Design amp Function General The Permobil K450 is a power wheelchair for outdoor and indoor use It is intended for people with physical disabilities The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat The chassis contains the wheelchair s electronics power supply and drive functions The seat consists of a seat frame seat plate back rest arm rest leg rest and any accessories options such as a head rest etc In this owner s manual we have chosen to show the wheelchair with our MX seat However the operation of the chassis and most of its functions are the same regardless of the seat model chosen Overview 1 Back rest 6 Foot plate 2 Arm rest 7 Leg rest 3 Chassis 8 Seat 4 Rear wheels drive wheels 9 Control panel 5 Front wheels 24 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Driving The Permobil K450 is fitted
6. Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Tire replacement repair Avoid using pointed sharp tools when changing repairing tires Storage The wheelchair and its accessories must always be switched off when they are not being used Always store the wheelchair so that unauthorized persons do not have access to it Never store the wheelchair in areas subject to condensation steam or mois ture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar If you are unsure how best to store your wheelchair and its accessories con tact your supplier or Permobil for information Damage to breakdowns in the wheelchair and its accessories If you start noticing that the wheelchair and its various functions are not behaving as expected or if you suspect anything is wrong stop your test drive as soon as possible turn off the wheelchair and contact your aids centre or Permobil for information It is extremely important that Permobil is informed that the wheelchair and its accessories have been damaged during transport during driving or for some other reason as soon as possible after the damage has occurred There could be a risk that the wheelchair and its accessories can no longer be operated safely and without danger 22 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Recycling batteries Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accord ance with local recycling regulations
7. adjusted or modified without permission 103 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The wheelchair cannot be started Batteries discharged The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement Main fuse triggered Charge the batteries Reconnect the cable Reset the main fuse See page 98 See page 98 The wheelchair cannot be driven Battery charger connected Brake release activated Wheelchair locked with the security key Stop charging and disconnect the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Reset the brake release Unlock the wheelchair See page 56 The wheelchair switches itself off after a certain period of inactivity 20 30 min The electronics energy saving 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 Main fuse tri
8. lf F P rmobil K450 Power ic i Where to find Permobil Permobil Europe BV is responsible for the servicing and sales carried out by its importers and local dealers throughout large parts of Europe So contact us if you have any questions regarding servicing or sales in the area where you live Permobil Europe BV De Doom 22 NL 6419 CX Heerlen Netherlands Tel 31 0 45 564 54 90 Fax 31 0 45 564 54 91 Email europe permobil nl The Permobil Group s Head Office Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden Tel 46 60 59 59 00 Fax 46 60 57 52 50 E mail info permobil se Produced and published by Permobil AB Sweden Version no 5 2010 10 Order no 205230 UK 0 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Contents Contents Important information about the owner s manual eeeeeeeeeeeeesr resres rerreee eee 6 7 Safety Mules asad hcl Nate ee NEE EAN NOT 8 23 D si n and TUM CHION i sec iccss lt cascecebededecdcaveqessatecdceceqeyseVeaessepencutes Eaa EE Eat 24 GOMOM AL eE AE E E TA E E DFIVING EE E E E E EE E A E A A EE E E E E Shock absorbers Lights aNd eflOCtOrs ccsccccicestecopentes ident envaseesnisct ev esatevscdedhtencdavpatnevaeepeineseddeeedstieredseatie BatterioS seiirt ii R Net control panel LCD monochrome display R Net control panel LCD color display ceeeeee R Net control panel LED 0 eee cece eeeseee eee eee seer eeeeaaeeeeeeeeeeseeeesaeeseeeeeessieeeensaeeeennaes MX
9. Important Information about this Owner s Manual We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair Our goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and under stand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and characteristics of the wheelchair and how you can use them in the best manner possible They also contain important safety and maintenance information as well as describing possible problems that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheel chair since the need for important information can arise concerning its use safety and maintenance It is also possible to obtain information concerning our products from our home page on the Internet You can find us at www permobil com All information pictures illustrations and specifications are based upon the product information that was available at the time that these operating instruc tions were printed Pictures and illustrations that are found in these operating instructions are representative examples and not intended to be exact depictions of the various parts of the wheelchair We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice Orde
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11. and that all knobs are tightened The brake release and the function of the brake release lever about once a month When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair 94 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Care and maintenance Air pressure Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pres sure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuver ability Too low tire pressure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is maintained at 250 kPa 2 5 bar in the front tires and at 120 200 kPa 1 2 2 0 bar in the rear tires Pumping tires with air 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 specified level Filling valve front tire Filling valve rear tire WARNING The recommended tire pressure for front tires is 250 kPa 2 5 bar The recommended tire pres sure for rear tires is 120 200 kPa 1 2 2 0 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 95 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Battery replacement WARNING Be careful if using metal objects when working wi
12. back wards 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 Operation Seat function activated Z 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 Seat function Seat function Memory function LA LE Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display 78 Permobil K450 User Manual Operation Seat functions R Net LCD Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration MODE PROFILE a i ka a Standard display image with speed indicator 79 Permobil K450 User Manual Seat functions R Net LCD Not applicable to all seat models The control system on some seats has three memory locations for seat pos itions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Retrieving position from memory Press the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display
13. be adjusted manually by adjusting a number of locking screws and locking handles MX seat functions leg rest foot plate control panel arm rest Other adjustments It is possible to adjust the positioning belt and other accessories e g head rest manually 57 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Electric Seat Lift The electrically controlled seat lift permits steplessly variable raising or lowering of the seat in order to adjust the height to tables benches etc Whenever the seat lift is raised above its lowest position the maximum speed of the wheelchair will be reduced A WARNING Raising the seat lift will raise the center of gravity and thus entail a higher risk of tipping For this reason use the seat lift only on level ground Electric seat lift 58 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Electric Seat Tilt The electrically controlled seat tilt function permits steplessly variable adjust ment of the seat angle If the seat slopes more steeply than 15 the wheelchairs max speed will be reduced A WARNING Always drive at low speed and never move the seat back angle so far back that the wheelchair cannot be controlled safely when moving over sloping uneven ground or when negotiating obstructions Electric seat tilt adjustment 59 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Seat to floor function With the help of thi
14. is on a dry level surface before releasing the brakes Anyone who pushes a wheelchair with the brakes released must ensure that this is done safely without risks Always reset the brake release after moving the wheelchair manually Z CAUTION When the brake release is activated the wheel chair cannot be driven Releasing the brakes 1 Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel 2 Press the release control out from the chassis and at the same time pull it backwards See the pic ture The chair can now be moved manually Resetting released brakes Pull the release control forwards and then press it in towards the chassis Resetting released brakes 77 Permobil K450 User Manual Seat functions R Net LCD Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory locations Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display see illustration 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display 3 Move the joystick forwards or
15. key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Press this key to switch on the lights Press it again to switch them off When the lights are acti vated the indicator lamp next to the control key also lights up Indicators left This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left hand direction indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s left hand direction indicators Indicators right This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s right hand direction indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s right hand direction indicators Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights 49 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Battery voltage indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Red Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries
16. not and cannot be driven 20 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Electronic safety circuits Permobil s products are fitted with safety circuits Inhibit circuits prevent the chair from driving under certain conditions Speed reduction circuits limit the wheelchair s maximum speed under certain circumstances Limit circuits limit the wheelchair s functions in certain circumstances Overload protection circuits switch the wheelchair off if it is overloaded The user should immedi ately stop using the wheelchair and contact an authorised service engineer or Permobil if he or she suspects that any of these circuits is no longer working Any attempt to modify the safety circuits will result in unsafe use of the wheel chair and may lead to the chair being unstable or uncontrollable Such use may also invalidate the warranty Replacing the batteries and fuses The main fuse must always be switched off when fuses and batteries are replaced 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 Filling tires with air Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pres sure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability The correct tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Note that overfilling entails a risk of explosion 21
17. to property which may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to follow the recommendations warnings and instructions given in this owner s manual Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules General Your wheelchair may have been adjusted precisely to your needs on delivery so you should always ask the advice of the person who ordered the seat on your behalf before making changes or adjustments to the wheelchair Certain adjustments may impair the wheelchairs safety functions or its suitability for your needs To minimise incorrect use of your wheelchair it is also extremely important to take the necessary time to familiarise yourself with the wheelchair and its acces sories the various keys function and steering controls and the various seat adjustment options etc before starting to use it Do not set out alone on your first test ride Make sure you have assistance close by if you should need help To ensure that nothing has occurred to the seat during its transport to you please check the following before first use e Check that all products ordered are included in the delivery If you suspect that something is missing contact your aids centre or Permobil as soon as possible for further information e Check that no transport damage or other damage has occurred to the seat and its accessories If you discover any damage or see any other problem contact your aids centre or Permobil as soon as
18. your service contact WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s elec tronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair 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 may occur on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work 102 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Troubleshooting Example of a screen showing a system fault AMIELELELEIZ ZTATTLLTLT TN Identified module PM Error message Controller Fault Error code 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 replaceable parts in the R net control sys tem Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil approved repairer for repair Z 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
19. On Off Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may get thrown out of the chair or shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 38 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on program ming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the button is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED This button activates deactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights This function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to deactivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with t
20. al Troubleshooting R net diagnostics When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchair s electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s display 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 person nel with good knowledge of the wheelchair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model 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 NB f the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it may still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diagnostic 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
21. ans only 45 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED General The Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview Function Buttons Joystick 46 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perfor mance of the wheelchair Charging plug Connect he charging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket Z WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 47 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Function keys There are a total of 9 function keys on the control panel with LEDs POLAR Battery voltage indicator r O00090 Max speed profile indicator Indicators left Max spee
22. being used Using these functions alters the center of gravity which always means an increased risk of tipping Always drive at low speed and only use these seat functions on a level surface and not on slopes ramps hills or other gradients Center of gravity Note that the following factors may affect the center of gravity of the seat wheelchair and thus the risk of tipping e Raising the seat lift e Height and angle of seat e Position or weight distribution of the body Driving on sloping surfaces for example a ramp or hill When wearing a rucksack or using other accessories depending on the extra weight If your wheelchair starts to move in an unexpected way immediately let go of the joystick to stop the wheelchair Except in an emergency never use the on off key to stop the wheelchair This could lead to the wheelchair stopping quickly and violently and could lead to personal injury Fixed seat tube The seat height should only be adjusted by a competent service engineer or someone with adequate knowledge to perform the adjustment in an expert manner See the service manual for further information Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Fixing belt Permobil s fixing belt is only designed to hold the user in place and not as protection in the case of collision accident Check the condition of the belts regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed Support wheels If your whe
23. chair or the key used for locking is connected to the control panel s charging contact 29 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display There are a total of 10 function keys on the control panel q On Off Horn MODE Max speed PROFILE Reduce Increase Mode Profile ay Hazard lights Indicators left Indicators ight m G Z N Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights On off key The on off key is the switch for the control system s electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Z WARNING Do not use the on off key to stop the wheelchair except in an emergency You may be thrown out of the chair or you may shorten the life of the wheelchair s drive system Max speed These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchairs maximum speed Depending on how the control system has been programmed a temporary screen may be displayed when this key is pressed Horn Press the switch to produce a signal to attract attention 30 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Mode The user can use the Mode key to scroll between the control system s available modes The available modes depend on the programming and on which other output devices are connected to the control system Profile The us
24. ction will light up 82 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Seat functions R Net LED Not applicable to all seat models Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration 83 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation 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 temperature and age of the batteries and how they are made All batteries also gradually 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 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 worn out and need to be replaced 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 if using metal objects when wo
25. d profile Indicators right Reduce increase Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights On off key The on off key is the switch for the control system s electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors WARNING Do not use the on off key to stop the wheelchair except in an emergency You may be thrown out of the chair or you may shorten the life of the wheelchair s drive system Horn Pressing the switch produces a sound signal for attracting attention Max speed choice of profile These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchairs maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile 48 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LED Mode With the Mode key the user can scroll between the control system s available operating modes The available modes depend on the programming and on which other output devices are connected to the control system Hazard lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s hazard lights Hazard lights are used when the wheelchair is stationary in a position which may represent a risk or an obstacle for others Press this key to activate the hazard lights Press it again to deactivate them When the hazard lights are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the wheelchair s direction indicators Lights This
26. e the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the indicators on the wheelchair Applies only if the wheelchair is fitted with lights 31 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Socket for external on off key You can use this socket to activate and deactivate the control system with an external device Socket for external profile key applies if profiles are programmed and used You can use this socket to select a profile with an external device Socket for external on off key Socket for external profile key 32 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Display By looking at the control panel display you can get an idea of the status of the control system The control system is active when the screen is lit Symbols Some symbols on the R net display are always displayed and some symbols are only displayed under certain conditions Below is the typical appearance of the display when driving with profile 1 Applicable profile Battery indicator Profile name ndoor Drive Speed indicator Battery indicator The battery indicator displays the status of the bat BETES Constantly on This shows that everything is working correctly Flashing slowly The control system is working correctly but the bat tery needs to be charged as soon as possible Mo
27. e function you want to maneuver see picture 6 J Connecting the emergency opera tion cable and the cable from the adjustment device 106 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Emergency operation of seat functions A WARNING Emergency operation must only be used in emergencies and then with great care When the seat is operated in the emergency mode all safety functions in the control system are bypassed There is a risk of crushing and a risk of damage to the wheelchair Never drive the wheelchair and use the emergency operation cable at the same time 7 Use the control lever on the emer 7 gency operation cable to operate Va Ny the function you chose to connect to one of the holes see picture 7 8 If required change to a new func tion by first disconnecting the emergency operation cable and then reconnecting it as shown J before to the appropriate control Maneuvering with the control lever module Then repeat steps 5 7 of the emergency operation cable Disconnecting the emergency operation cable 1 Disconnect the end of the emer gency operation cable from the connection to the adjustment device cable 2 Disconnect the other end of the emergency operation cable from the connection to the charging socket on the control panel 3 Connect all adjustment device cables to their respective control modules 4 Replace the back cover of the wheelchair with two Allen screws 5 Re
28. e name or description of the Profile the control system is currently operating in When the control system contains more then one method of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhiited from driving then the symbol will flash When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this sym bol will be flashed 42 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Motor Temperature QO This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Control system Temperature l Timer F4 E Stop E Stop This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between different states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass If the control system is programmed for latched operation then it is normal for an Emergency Sto
29. e number of faults When the system has detected a fault that is not serious enough to cause a stoppage this symbol is displayed Motor temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power supply to the motors to protect them against overheating Control system temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power supply to protect itself against overheating Wait This symbol is displayed when the control system switches between different stages For example it may be displayed when you enter programming mode The symbol is animated so that you can see the sand running through the hourglass Emergency stop If the control system has been programmed for E STOP locked operation or automatic adjustment of the m seat an emergency stop key is normally connected via the socket for an external profile key If the emer gency stop key is used or disconnected this symbol flashes 35 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display General The Control Panel consists of a joystick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Two Jack Sockets are located on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel Control Panel Overview F
30. eater than 10 degrees Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 WARNING Raising the seat lift raises the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping For this reason use the seat lift only on a level surface 75 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Driving rules 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 WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on side slopes steeper than 6 degrees There is a risk of tipping WARNING Raising the seat lift raises the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping For this reason use the seat lift only on a level surface 76 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Handling the manual brake release The wheelchair is fitted with a manual brake release that can be released to make it possible to move the wheel chair manually The brake release con trol is located in the left side of the chassis Never use the wheelchair on a sloping surface with the brakes released Always ensure that the wheelchair is switched off when the brakes are activated deactivated To prevent the wheelchair from rolling off ensure that it
31. eedeeeseccapytancdesnevetennrcisenase 210x65 Rear tire GumensiOns i cesena annona 13 x5 00 x6 Rec tire pressure front 0 cceececceeceeeeeeteeeeeeteeeteees 250 kPa 2 5 bar Rec tire pressure reaf oo ee cece eeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeteeeeteees 120 200 kPa 1 2 2 0 bar Performance RANG c 25 30 km in turning radius 1060 mm in turning area 13805mm Max height of obstacles 60 mm in clearance under the wheelchair 64mm Hill Climbing Capability 10 degrees Safe slope e ee 6 degrees Sideways slope capability 6 degrees Static stability downhill 18 degrees Static stability uphill 18 degrees Static stability side tilt 16 degrees ax speed TONWANGS su ese sve chines oan deanavesan hossseaseebaneraatess 8 5 km h 100 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Technical specifications Height 800 mm Width 640 mm Length 1240 mm ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electronics PM120 Control panele asi rete ra EE EEr ER JSM L SV Batteries Recommended battery tyPe eee eeeeeeee Group 34 Gel Battery capacity 60 Ah Charging UME eerencernee eee enara ere eee 8 hours Fuses Man TUS Erran iis Sy sacs nccnslentietaare E 63 A Control force OWSUUCK tcp nes enth ticayinune carde tat a ea ea emmcu aie 1 5 Nm ROY Sissies hear ee ane chien arcane tt Sih ad cpacenietse bie dal can eaten 2 0 Nm 101 Permobil K450 Owner s manu
32. eel chair The cables attached to the battery must be disconnected and the cable termi nals insulated Acid batteries Most airlines require that batteries be removed from the wheel chair and transported in special boxes that the airline may provide 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 Z CAUTION Some airlines may refuse to accept acid batteries on board 88 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Transport General advice for air transport 3 Preventing damage When transported by air the wheelchair will be put with other goods in a con fined space Therefore it is important to take preventive action to minimize 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 loose cables to the seat or covers Z CAUTION 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 89 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Transport Accessories General Accessories fo
33. elchair is fitted with support wheels they must always be fitted when you drive Getting in and out of the chair Make sure the power is turned OFF before getting into or out of the wheelchair and before raising the arm rest with the control panel When getting into or out of the wheelchair you should take all precautions to reduce the distance between the wheelchair and the point to which the user is moving If this dis tance is increased it could result in the user losing balance or falling over Permobil recommends that users get in and out with another person present to keep an eye on the operation or to help Be careful when bending down or reaching out to get something Never use the joystick as a handle or support Do not use the foot plates or arm rests as supports when getting into and out of the wheelchair The foot plates and arm rests are not intended to support heavy loads Unnecessarily high load could cause them to give way which could result in personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Passengers The wheelchair is not designed to transport passengers whatever their age Nor is it designed for taking heavy items other than the user s personal belong ings The maximum user weight specified in the owner s manual for the seat in question must not be exceeded Ignoring this could impair the wheelchair s maneuverabil
34. end of the emergency operation cable to the loading socket of the control panel picture 1 2 Remove two Allen screws at the back of the wheelchair as shown in picture 2 Lift off the bumper bumper 105 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Emergency operation of seat functions 3 Remove two Allen screws as shown in Picture 3 Lift off the back cover 4 The seat control modules are now visible There may be two or three modules depending on whether seat tilt is included as an extra option The individual functions are placed as shown in picture 4 5 A cable from each function is connected to a control module Remove the cable connected to the module that you want to maneuver Picture 5 shows how the cable from Skt P the adjustment device for the seat seat ti EL to floor function has been removed Seat to floor function from the control module Seat lift Control modules behind the back cover and their respective functions 5 Z CAUTION a Take care when connecting the emergency operation cable with the control module cable so that the pin of the male connector flushes with the groove in the female connector to avoid any risk of damaging the cable contacts a Cables connected to control mod E gt 6 Emergency operation cable 6 Connect the free end of the emer gency operation cable with the cable from the adjustment device of C i a th
35. eneeeeeaeeeeenaeeennees 77 Seat functions Charging batteries Permobil K450 Owner s manual Contents Contents TRANS DOM rrcsinniae eee oii bin drei ove ees 86 General advice for air trANSPOrt ce ecceeceeeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeee seers caaeseeeecaneeseeeneeesnaeseeeeeees 88 IGCOSSOMIOS irn bec bes aces ccdeaids dase dia sabenanlss de dicdcceeenseveathboessdacaediasediousaraielesuecs 90 General ca 2s eos res esas erp E EE ceens basi seaeeeeasndeasia aaO 90 POSItIOMING DEM enrestar aaaea EEE NEEE EE 90 Maintenance and repairs 00 0 0 eee eseeceeeeeee ener eeeeaeeeseeeeeeneeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeesnaeeeeenaeeesenas General batterieS StOrage eeceecccceeeeceeceeseeeeeeeaeeteaeeeeeecaeseeeeeaeeeeaeseeeetiaesteeeenaees Alr PIOSSUPG omonimo rer cx sap bese ietvehaudse a O aE a ra a ai Battery replacement Resetting the main fuse battery isolator Technical specifications ccccccccee ce ceeee ce eeeeeeeaee sete ceeaeee eee seeceeeeeeeeeeaeeeeenees TrouDIeOShOOUNG jj iciiieect is gaia aves annie eeieeiti ch taser vai eee teens R net diagnostics Diagnostic screens Example of a screen showing a system fault eee ce eeeeceeeeeeesneeeseneeeeeneeeensateeeenes Repair of defective units Troubleshooting guide Emergency operation of seat functions Connecting the emergency operation cable Disconnecting the emergency operation cable Permobil K450 Owner s manual Important information
36. er can use the Profile key to scroll between the control system s available profiles The number of available profiles depends on how the control system has been programmed Depending on how the control system has been pro grammed a temporary screen may be displayed when this key is pressed Hazard lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s hazard lights Hazard lights are used when the wheelchair is stationary in a position which may represent a risk or an obstacle for others Press this key to activate the hazard lights Press it again to deactivate them When the hazard lights are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with all the indicators on the wheelchair Lights This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Press this key to switch on the lights Press it again to switch them off When the lights are acti vated the indicator lamp next to the control key is also switched on Indicators left This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indicators are active the indicator lamp next to the control key flashes in time with the left indicators on the wheelchair Indicators right This key activates and deactivates the wheelchair s right indicators Press the key to activate the indicators Press it again to deactivate them When the indica tors are activ
37. fixing belt is always properly tightened When driving up a slope you must try to maintain a steady speed If you stop and start the chair while moving uphill the wheelchair will be more difficult to control Do not drive up or down slopes that are steeper than specified in this owner s manual There is a risk that the wheelchair cannot be controlled safely Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety Instructions Safety rules Driving on sloping surfaces Do not drive the wheelchair where the side slope is steeper than specified in this owner s manual There is a risk of tipping Do not drive up or down ramps that are not fitted with adequate edge protection along the sides of the ramp to prevent the wheelchair from falling off the ramp When you drive up a slope ensure that you drive the wheelchair straight up the slope vertically If you drive at an angle the risk of tipping over or falling is increased Be extremely careful when you drive up a slope Always avoid driving on slopes covered with snow ice gravel clay sand wet leaves or similar or where the surface is uneven Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Operation turning cornering The risk of the wheelchair tipping over increases at high turning speed in tight curves on uneven surfaces with fast changes of direction and if you drive from a place with low friction for example a lawn to a place with high fr
38. ggered Reconnect the cable See page 98 The wheelchair can only be driven at reduced speed Applies to electrically controlled seat lift and seat tilt Seat lift or seat tilt raised too high Lower the seat lift or seat angle see pages 40 41 The wheelchair cannot be charged Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement 104 Reset the main fuse see page 98 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Emergency operation of seat functions Emergency operation of seat functions If any of the electric seat functions cannot be operated in the normal way because of a fault other than discharged batteries or a faulty adjustment device the function can be operated manually using the emergency operation cable supplied Control lever for emergency Connector for con operation nection to charging socket in the con ee trol panel A Connector for con nection bypassing the control module Connecting the emergency operation cable Emergency operation must only be used in emergencies and then with great care When the seat is operated in the emergency mode all safety functions in the control system are bypassed There is a risk of crushing and a risk of damage to the wheelchair Never drive the wheelchair while using the emergency operation cable at the same time Connecting the emergency opera tion cable to the charging socket 1 Connect one
39. he washing instructions on the upholstery materials 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 manufac turer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing apply 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 Never hose the wheelchair down as the electronics may be damaged The wheelchair must always be turned off when being cleaned Always contact Service if any defects are discovered in the wheelchair Using a defective wheel chair may cause injury to the user and damage the wheelchair 93 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Regular inspections Check regularly The condition of the positioning belt in case it has become worn or been damaged The condition of the fixing belts in case they have become worn or been damaged That the lock nuts on the link heads are screwed tight That the adjustment device is firmly attached in its fixtures That moveable parts such as the arm rests and foot plates are firmly and properly attached
40. he wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s lights Depress the but ton to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED This button activates and deactivates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights 39 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display External On Off Switch Jack This allows the user to turn the control system on and off using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External Profile Mode Switch Jack This jack s function varies depending on the programming This allows the user to select Profiles using an external ability switch such as a buddy button External On Off switch jack External Profile switch jack 40 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function
41. her service alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair and its accessories vital systems must be carried out by a competent service engineer or a person with sufficient knowledge to do so in an expert manner During all work on the wheelchair s electrical system the battery isolator must be in the OFF position 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 Use only spare parts or accessories approved or recommended by Permobil All other use could lead to changes which might impair the functions and safety of the wheelchair It could also lead to the warranty for your wheelchair becom ing invalid If you connect non approved electrical or electronic appliances to the wheel chair s electrical system the chair may be damaged and it may no longer be controllable or may drive erratically Such use may also invalidate the warranty Note that the wheelchair is heavy and contains many moving parts which means there will always be some risk of crushing and of clothes etc getting caught Charging batteries 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 Only a charger with max 10 A charging current average may be used the effective value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A When the charger is connected the chair must
42. higher than 60 mm You should always drive over obstacles with great caution Z WARNING Raising the seat lift raises the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping For this reason use the seat lift only on a level surface 73 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Driving rules Driving downhill You should always drive downhill at low speed and with great caution Avoid braking suddenly and sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving downhill on an uneven sur face for example grass gravel sand ice and snow Safe slope 6 A WARNING Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 10 degrees Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A WARNING Raising the seat lift raises the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping For this reason use the seat lift only on a level surface 74 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Driving rules 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 Safe slope 6 A WARNING Do not drive uphill on a gradient gr
43. iction for example a gravel road To avoid tipping over with the risk of personal injury or damage to property that entails you should always drive slowly when turning cornering and changing direction Operation releasing the wheelchair s magnetic brakes To prevent the wheelchair from rolling off ensure that it is on a dry level sur face before releasing the brakes Always ensure that someone is present to help you if the brakes need to be released when you are in the wheelchair Never release the brakes if the wheelchair is on a slope This could result in the wheelchair rolling off which could result in personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Driving on loose or soft surfaces When the wheelchair is set to the lowest speed and the batteries are not fully charged it may be difficult to drive on some surfaces for example gravel sand or thick floor coverings Driving in the dark and poor light You should only drive in the dark on public roads if your wheelchair is fitted with functioning lights front and rear or according to national or local traffic rules Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Operation of seat lift seat angle back angle Make sure that there is no risk of anything getting in between the chassis and the seat when the seat lift seat angle and back angle functions are
44. ity and stability Operation in different climates Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to tolerate most weather conditions but you should avoid exposing the wheelchair to severe cold persistent damp ness heavy rain snowfall and similar situations If the wheelchair has been exposed to any of these do not use it again before it has completely dried out Remember also that certain surfaces on the wheelchair seat may heat up or cool down under lengthy exposure to strong sunshine or cold etc If any of the seat covers or the control panel box shows signs of cracking etc they should be replaced so no moisture can penetrate and damage the electronics Do not use the wheelchair when it is icy or slippery outdoors These conditions may impair the performance and safety of the wheelchair which could result in accident personal injury and damage to property including damage to the wheelchair NB Be extremely careful when you use oxygen in the immediate proximity of electronic circuits and other inflammable substances Contact your oxygen supplier for instructions on the use of oxygen Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this pur pose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suit able designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and ca
45. l the way down to the floor Whenever the seat lift is raised above its lowest position the maximum speed of the wheelchair will be reduced WARNING There will always be a risk of crushing when the electric functions are in action Raised seat The seat at floor level 61 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function ICS Control panel The electric functions of the seat can be controlled from the wheelchair control panel to provide further details On seats equipped with the ICS control system the electric functions can also be controlled with the help of the ICS control panel The seat s electrical functions are controlled from the control panel The control system may take the form of conventional push buttons or may have levers for those users who find these easier to maneuver The levers are moved forward to operate the front button and back to operate the rear button The functions of the control panel are described in the following as fitted with levers The functions are the same however whatever the design of the control system WARNING The number of available functions will vary depending on how your wheelchair and seat are equipped The standard design control panel vanti AL Control panel with memory function 62 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Symbols on the ICS Control panel The symbols on the control panel show which seat f
46. length can be adjusted Adjusting the Leg rest length must be carried out by a competent servicing engineer or person with sufficient know ledge to give a competent result Detailed information is found in the service manual 66 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Settings Settings Back rest recline The Back rest recline can be manually adjusted The setting is fixed with two knobs on the back of the Back rest 1 Loosen the knobs on the left and right hand side of the seat See fig 2 Adjust the Back rest recline and fix the setting by tightening the knobs See fig The Back rest recline is fixed with a knob on the left and right hand side of the seat Foot plate angle The footplate angle can be regulated by the stop screw placed under the foot plate 1 Release the locking nut 1 at the back of the foot plate 2 Adjust the foot plate angle by screwing the stop screw 2 in or out 3 Lock the stopscrew with the locking nut 1 Adjustment of the foot plate angle 67 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Settings Arm rest Both arm rests on the MX seat can be adjusted in a number of ways Besides stepless adjustment of the height and angle of the arm rests they can be adjusted forwards and backwards A WARNING Do not subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing 8 Armrest height 1 Release the four locking screws 1 which attach each arm rest to the seat back
47. 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 tempera ture 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 Long term storage The battery may be stored in an unheated room but it should be charged at least once a month for maintenance purposes WARNING Be careful if using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles 92 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Care and maintenance 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 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 If necessary the cover may be removed before cleaning See also t
48. nd is controlled ON OFF via the lever located above the left battery cover Charging socket The charging socket is located on the bottom of the control panel K450 can also be equipped with a charging socket on the front of the chassis r Charging socket Charging socket 27 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display The control panel consists of a joystick function keys and an LCD screen On the rear of the panel are also the charging contact and two jack contacts In addition to the control panel your wheelchair may also be fitted with an addi tional control panel for the seat Overview of the control panel Function keys Joystick 28 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Charging socket This socket is used only to charge or lock the wheelchair Do not connect any programming cable to this socket The socket must not be used as a power source for any other electrical equipment Connecting other electrical equipment may damage the control system or lead to the wheelchair having poorer electro magnetic compatibility EMC Charging contact The charging contact s guide boss must face upwards when it is to be connected MOm Charging socket Z WARNING The wheelchair s warranty ceases to apply if any equipment other than the battery charger belong ing to the wheel
49. nnot 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 can be locked in position with loading straps from the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system 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 wheel chair to secure the wheelchair e The wheelchair can be fastened by securing it to the tie down points on the wheelchair s chassis or in the Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any accessorie e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation 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 A lap strap attached to the wheelchair only serves to keep the person in an upright position and cannot be considered on par with a car safety belt Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Maintenance and service Carry out only the service and maintenance activities noted in this owner s manual All ot
50. ntrol panel s electronics interpret the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended For normal driving the user needs to employ no complex techniques which is an advantage if the user is inexperienced A good way of starting is quite simply to move the joystick in the direction you want to go However always remember to drive as gently as possible and to avoid sudden braking and evasive maneuvers DRIVING FORWARDS TURNING LEFT Q P TURNING RIGHT v DRIVING BACKWARDS Z CAUTION Do not take the first 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 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 72 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Driving rules Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 60 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 Z CAUTION Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles
51. ocking the wheelchair The control system can be locked in two different ways Either by using a key sequence on the keypad or with a physical key The method used depends on how the system has been programmed Locking with the keypad Press and hold down the on off key while the control system is active After 1 second the control system emits a beep Release the on off key Move the joystick forwards until the control system emits a beep Move the joystick back until the control system emits a beep Release the joystick You will hear a long beep The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen Unlocking Press the on off key if the control system is switched off On control panels without display the LEDs on the speed indicator will wander backwards and forwards Move the joystick forwards until the control system emits a beep Move the joystick back until the control system emits a beep Release the joystick You will hear a long beep The wheelchair is now unlocked Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel Locking with a key Press the on off key if the control system is switched off Insert and remove the key from the charging contact on the control panel e The wheelchair is now locked Control panels with display will now show the following screen Unlocking e Press the on off key if the control system is switched off On con
52. ofile with the PROFILE key if the system is pro grammed for more than one driving profile See page 30 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 it to run very slowly over edges You can drive up to the edge and then carefully drive over it 70 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Joystick Error If the joystick was moved away from the central position before during and immediately after the time at which the control system was switched on the screen for a shifted joystick is displayed for 5 seconds If the joystick is not released during this time a joystick error is registered and the wheelchair cannot be driven To be able to drive the wheelchair again ensure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again Screen Shifted joystick If the wheelchair still cannot be driven after the restart and a Diagnostics screen is displayed see example below R net has detected an error in the wheelchair s electronics that needs to be remedied You should contact your service contact as soon as possible ma AWELE ZALEEN Identified module Error message PM Module Error Error code Screen Diagnostics screen on monochrome display 71 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Driving technique The co
53. ol panel display see illustration Move the joystick backwards to acti vate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory sym bol M see illustration Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disap pears Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see illustration on previous page 81 MODE OE Operation PROFILE X Memory function activated MODE an i PROFILE gt Save function activated Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Seat functions R Net LED Not applicable to all seat models On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest angle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick Other seat functions require a separate seat con trol panel Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until the LED for a seat function lights up 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The LED for the selected seat function will light up 3 Move the joystick forwards or back wards to activate the function Seat indicator Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The LED for the selected fun
54. olding down the memory button 8 for 2 seconds see the picture The symbol will flash in green when the memory function is activated Hold down the button for the memory function you want 1 2 or 3 for three seconds and the seat will be moved to the position stored earlier see the picture For reasons of safety the button must be held down until the seat is fully adjusted in the required position When the seat has reached the saved position the seat adjustment device mpd will stop the symbol beside the stor age location will light up in green and the control panel will give a short acoustic signal Return to the standard functions on the control panel by pressing the The control panel memory button 8 see the picture memory function 65 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Settings Settings Leg rest Underneath the seat there are two locking knobs which locks the position of the leg rest and a adjustment knob which is used when adjusting the angle of the leg rest see the pictures below Leg rest position 1 Loosen the locking knobs 1 2 Adjust the position of the leg rest forwards or backwards to the desired position 3 Tighten the locking knobs 1 Leg rest angle Adjust the angle of the leg rest to the desired angle by turning the knob 2 clockwise or counterclockwise Leg rest adjustment Adjusting the position and angle of the leg rest Leg rest length If needed the Leg rest
55. onsi 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 accor dance 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 infor mation on this page but if there is an incident please contact us Product approval This product fulfill the requirements according to EN 12184 and ISO 7176 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules General A power wheelchair is a motor driven vehicle Therefore you need to be very careful when you use and handle it It is important to read and follow the instruc tions and safety rules given in this owner s manual before starting to use your wheelchair as incorrect use could lead to a risk of injury to users or damage to the wheelchair and its environment Warning labels The owner s manual contains the following warning labels which are intended to draw attention to situations which could lead to problems near accidents personal injury or damage to the wheelchair etc N CAUTION Take care here WARNING Take extra care here Risk of personal injury or of damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings Z CAUTION Permobil accepts no liability for personal injury or damage
56. or your wheelchair is specified in the specifications section of the owner s manual supplied with the seat model in question If the wheelchair is used by anyone who weighs more than the maximum permitted user weight the result may be personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair This may also invalidate the wheelchair s warranty Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair This may result in personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair Z CAUTION Before driving If necessary and when certain medical conditions exist the user should practise using the wheelchair together with an assistant who knows how the wheelchair works and the abilities and limitations of the user Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety Instructions Safety rules Driving on sloping surfaces When driving down a slope you should always select the lowest speed and drive carefully Driving down a slope with a front wheel drive wheelchair can shift the user s center of gravity forwards If the wheelchair moves faster than you want you can stop the wheelchair by letting the joystick go and then start to drive downhill again at a lower speed Avoid sudden stops or starts Stop by letting the joystick go If the wheelchair is switched off using the ON OFF key on the control panel while the wheelchair is moving the wheelchair may stop suddenly Ensure that any recommended
57. p Switch to be connected into the External Profile Switch Jack If the Emergency Stop Switch is operated or disconnected this symbol will flash 43 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock the display brightness background color etc Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously Scroll through the menu by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by first selecting Exit at the bottom of the menu and then moving the joystick to the right Display Time Distance Backlight Background Diagnostics Setting the time Set Time Select Set Time in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting the time Then select Year Month Date Hours and Minutes by moving the joystick left or right Set the desired value by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by selecting Exit and then moving the joystick up or down Displaying the time Display Time Select Display Time in the menu Move the joystick right or left to select 12 or 24 hour display or Off to remove the clock from the display 44 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function Control panel R Net LCD color display Distance measurement Distance Select Distance in the menu Mo
58. pension Emergency operation cable Emergency operation of seat functions Z CAUTION Some repairs may require tools other than those supplied with the wheelchair Z CAUTION The power supply to the control panel must always be switched off when batteries and fuses are replaced 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 com petent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer 91 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs General batteries storage 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 damaging them The wheelchair must not be stored in areas subject to condensation steam or moisture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar 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 sur roundings as this keeps the room drier If the wheelchair is fitted with acid batteries the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is fitted with gel batteries the
59. place the bumper with two Allen screws 107 Order no 205230 UK
60. possible for further informa tion before you continue the check Check also that the wheelchair s batteries are fully charged and that the tires have the right air pressure before using the wheelchair If in any situation you find that the wheelchair does not behave as expected or you suspect that anything is wrong stop your test ride as soon as possible switch off the wheelchair and contact your service contact or Permobil for infor mation Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Operation Do not allow children to drive the wheelchair unsupervised If your wheelchair is fitted with lights they must always be used in poor light and when you are near public roads Always remember that drivers may find it difficult to see you Be extremely careful when you drive near unprotected ledges on steep slopes or on raised surfaces Unintentional movement or excessive speed in such areas may lead to personal injury or damage to property Do not drive the wheelchair over kerbs or other edges higher than 60 mm When you drive over a kerb or similar raised surface you must cross it at a 90 degree angle at right angles If you cross such surfaces at any other angle the wheelchair may tip over Reduce speed when you drive on uneven ground or soft surfaces Do not use the wheelchair on stairs or escalators Always use a lift Do not lift or move the wheelchair by holding any of its moving parts If you do so the resul
61. r Permobil wheelchairs are subject to continuous development Contact your nearest dealer for more information on the accessories available for your wheelchair Positioning belt There is a screw hole on both sides of the seat frame for mounting the posi tioning belt The positioning belt should be mounted in the upper groove of the rail A WARNING Permobil s fixing belt is only designed to hold the user in place and not as a protection in the case of a collision or accident Check the condition of the belts regularly in case any they have been damaged or become worn Mounting of positioning belt Attach the snap lock of the belt on the side that suits the user best 1 Screw the locking screw tight 1 in the upper groove in each side rail 2 Check that the belt buckle locks properly in the snap lock Fitted Belt 90 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Maintenance and repairs To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used cor rectly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults Toolkit The wheelchair comes with a toolbag with the following toolkit that can be used for maintenance and minor repairs Two Screw drivers General maintenance Allen keys General maintenance seat adjustment 10 11 12 13 mm spanners General maintenance replacing batteries Box spanner 17 mm Adjusting the sus
62. rging CAUTION CAREFULLY READ THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH DIFFERENT CHARGERS BEFORE STARTING TO CHARGE THE WHEELCHAIR Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel before charging Ensure that the charging contact has been fully inserted in the charging socket The wheelchair cannot be driven when the charger is connected Charging socket Charging socket 85 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Transport Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Check that the wheelchair is properly secured and the brakes are not released The wheelchair can be locked in position with loading straps from the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers Anchor the wheelchair with the vehicle s anchoring system and according to the manufacturer s instructions Always check that the fixing points on the transport vehicle are well anchored Front transport eyes Sticker for transport Rear transport eyes eyes 86 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for con firmation 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 sec
63. ring of Documentation If you are in need of another copy of the Owner s Manual it can be ordered from Permobil ask for item No 205230 UK 0 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Important information 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 part amp accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil Scrapping Contact Permobil BV for information about scrapping agreements in force Warranty All wheelchairs are supplied with a two year product guarantee Batteries and char ger are supplied with one year warranty 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 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 information 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 resp
64. rking 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 closet The batteries must not be charged in a bathroom or wetroom If you want to interrupt the charging process the mains voltage should be switched off before the charging contact is disconnected from the wheelchair s charging socket This is to avoid sparking and unnecessarily high wear on the charging contact The charger s charging cable must not be extended 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 con tact 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 84 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Operation Charging batteries 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 control panel s or the chassis charging socket The battery voltage indicator on the wheelchair s control panel lights up and shows the charging status during cha
65. s function the user can when required lower the seat to the floor and climb out of the chair A support wheel at the back edge of the foot plate makes the leg support glide forwards and stretch out as the seat is low ered to the floor When the seat has reached floor level it is not possible to drive the chair forward or backwards If the wheelchair is fitted with the widest seat 400mm it will not go all the way down to the floor WARNING There will always be a risk of crushing when the electric functions are in action Crush protection To reduce the risk of crushing when the seat is lowered to the floor crush protection is built in along the sides of the seat The crush protection works by stopping the seat and reversing for 1 5 seconds and then stopping again The built in crush protection along if anything gets in the way the sides of the seat reduces the risk of damaging anything when the seat to floor function is used The seat at floor level 60 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Combined seat lift seat to floor function The seat lift function can be combined with the seat to floor function In the normal position the seat is positioned as far back as possible with the seat lift in it s lowest position When the seat reaches floor level it is not possible to drive the chair forward or backwards If the wheelchair is fitted with the widest seat 16 it will not go al
66. t may be personal injury or damage to property including damage to the wheelchair Operation Do not drive the wheelchair if you are under the influence of alcohol Alcohol may affect your ability to use the wheelchair safely Some physical limitations or the ingestion of medicines either prescription or over the counter medicines may limit your ability to use the wheelchair safely Always consult your physician about your limitations and medicines Permobil K450 Owner s manual Safety rules Safety rules Maintenance and service Carry out only the service and maintenance activities noted in this owner s manual All other service alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair and its accessories vital systems must be carried out by a competent service engineer or a person with sufficient knowledge to do so in an expert manner In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer or Permobil The power supply must be switched off during all work or servicing on the wheelchair s electrical system Use only spare parts or accessories approved or recommended by Permobil All other use could lead to changes which might impair the functions and safety of the wheelchair It could also lead to the warranty for your wheelchair becom ing invalid Note that the seat is heavy and contains many moving parts which means there will always be some risk of crushing Weight limits The maximum user weight f
67. th batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles The main fuse between the front 1 Place the wheelchair on a level wheels surface 2 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 3 Set the main fuse in the Off position 4 Detach the knob for the upper cover on the side of the chassis see the picture Lift off the cover 5 Loosen the knob for the lower cover on the side of the chassis see the picture Lift off the cover 6 Lift pull the battery out of the chas sis using the battery belt see the picture Locking handle for the lower cover 96 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Battery replacement 7 Remove the battery connectors See the picture See also the sticker on the inside of the battery cover 8 Connect the battery connections on the new battery see the picture See also the sticker on the inside of the lower battery cover 9 Lift up the new battery and slide it in with the help of the battery belt 10 Replace the upper cover and attach it with the handle 11 Lift up the new battery and slide it in with the help of the battery belt 12 Set the main fuse in the ON position Repeat the procedure with the second battery on the other side of the wheel chair 97 Maintenance and repairs The battery connectors Permobil K450 Owner s manual Maintenance and repairs Resetting the main fuse batter
68. the button and lowered by pressing the lower part seat tilt The seat can be angled backwards by pressing the lower part of the button and forwards by pressing the upper part Seat to floor function The seat is lowered to the floor when the lever is pushed for wards and is raised again when the lever is pulled back Combined Seat lift and Seat to floor function The seat is lowered to the floor when the lever is pushed for wards and is raised again at the same time as the seat lift when the lever is pulled back 64 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Symbols on the ICS Control panel Memory function The control panel has a built in memory with three storage loca tions Each location can store all the electric settings of the seat Save setting Adjust the seat to the position you want to save Activate the memory function by holding down the memory button 8 for 2 seconds see the picture The symbol will flash in green when the memory function is activated Hold down the button for the memory function you want 5 6 or 7 for three seconds to store the setting of the seat see the picture The symbol opposite the current memory function will light up in red and the control panel will give a short acoustic signal when the setting has been saved Return to the standard functions on the control panel by pressing the mem ory button 8 see the picture Recall the setting Activate the memory function by h
69. trol panels without display the LEDs on the speed indicator will wander backwards and forwards Insert and remove the key from the charging contact e The wheelchair is now unlocked 55 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function MX seat MX is an ergonomically formed seat that is simply adjusted according to the users needs The seat is built up of modules and the seat frame constitutes the core element which can then be supplemented with a range of seats back supports arm rests leg rests and accessories such as a headrest for instance The seat is equipped with an electric seat lift and an electric function to lower the seat to the floor There are both manual and electric seat functions Overview 6 2 3 4 5 1 Back rest 4 Leg rest 2 Arm rest 5 Foot plate 3 Seat part 6 Control panel 56 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Electrical seat functions The functions may vary depending on the equipment fitted on your wheelchair The electrical seat functions are driven by an electrical adjustment system which is steplessly controlled from the wheelchair control panel or what is called the seat control panel normally placed adjoining the maneuvering panel MX seat functions seat lift seat tilt seat to floor function combined seat lift seat to floor function Manual seat functions The functions vary depending on the equipment fitted on your wheelchair The seat can
70. unction Buttons Joystick 36 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Charger Socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Connection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C perfor mance of the wheelchair S Charging plug Connect he charging plug with the guide upwards Charging socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket 37 Permobil K450 User Manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD color display Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons CO 2 On Off Horn Button C mone Speedbuttons Decrease PROFILE i Increase Mode Profile Button O O if A Hazard Button amp LED Lights Button amp LED Left Indicator Button amp LED Right Indicator Button amp LED Only active if the wheelchair is equipped with lights On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics wich in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors A WARNING Do not use the
71. unctions are available which are limited and which will cause a reduction in speed or prevent the wheelchair from running altogether The symbols may be unlighted flashing or fully lit up Unlighted symbol The symbol for a function is unlighted This means that the function is not cur rently available Lighted symbol A symbol that is steadily lighted up provides information related to the driving speed A steady green light means everything is OK and the wheelchair can be driven at maximum speed A steady yellow light means that the wheelchairs maximum speed is limited because of the current position of the seat function A steady red light means that the wheelchair cannot be driven because of the current position of the seat function Flashing symbol A flashing symbol provides information relating to the adjustment device A flashing green symbol means a special function the memory function for example A flashing yellow symbol means that for reasons of safety the function is blocked in one direction The control device for that function will only work in the safe direction A flashing red symbol means that a fault has been detected in the adjust ment device concerned and in consequence that seat function may not work Contact service 63 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Symbols on the ICS Control panel tlt n Seat lift The seat can be raised by pressing the upper part of
72. urely 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 can be locked in position with loading straps from the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system 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 The wheelchair can be fastened by securing it to the tie down points on the wheelchair s chassis or in the Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any accessorie Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation 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 A lap strap attached to the wheelchair only serves to keep the person in an upright position and cannot be considered on par with a car safety belt 87 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Transport General advice for air transport When transporting your wheelchair by air you should primarily pay attention to the following three things 1 Batteries Gel batteries In most cases they do not need to be removed from the wh
73. utdoors When you drive indoors you must be careful for example in 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 tilt 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 acces sories behave in different situations before you start to use the wheelchair on public roads and in other public locations 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 joystick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely Check and make sure the brake release control fits correctly with the chassis i chassis brakes not released 1 Switch on the power by pressing the start key on the control panel 2 Select a suitable driving pr
74. ve the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting distance measurement Then select Total distance Trip Distance display or Reset by moving the joystick up or down Total distance Total Distance Shows the total distance traveled by the control system Sa Total Distance __ 0012345 Trip Distance Display Distance Clear Trip Distance Exit Trip Trip Distance Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset Distance display Display Distance Selects Trip or Total Distance in the display Reset Clear trip distance Move the joystick to the right to reset the Trip measurer Exit Exit Move the joystick to the right to exit the installation menu Brightness Backlight Select Backlight in the menu Move the joystick to right or left to set the desired brightness for the display backlight Ten fixed levels are available from 10 100 Background Background Select Background in the menu Move the joystick right or left to select Blue White or Auto Blue Blue The display background is blue in all profiles White White The display background is white in all profiles Automatic Auto The display background is programmed in the various travel profiles E g blue background for slow profile for indoors travel and white background for rapid profile for outdoors travel Diagnostics Diagnostics For qualified technici
75. ving The wheelchairs batteries are being charged The wheelchair cannot be driven until the charger has been disconnected and the control system has been restarted 33 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome displayl Max speed indicator ii Current profile 1 Indoor Drive In focus vl r I Speed limitation Restart Q This displays the current maximum speed setting The maximum speed setting is adjusted using the keys for higher and lower max speed The profile number describes the profile currently being used by the control system The profile text is the name or description of the profile currently being used by the control system When the control system has more than one method for direct control like another joystick module or a double module for companion control the module currently controlling the wheelchair displays the In focus symbol This symbol is displayed when the wheelchairs speed is limited for example when the seat is raised If the wheelchair is prevented from driving the sym bol flashes This symbol flashes when the control system needs to be restarted for example after a module has been reconfigured 34 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function R Net control panel LCD monochrome display Fault The control system can detect a larg
76. with a drive pack for each drive wheel The drive pack consists of an electric motor with a drive gear and brake electromagnetic Shock absorbers The wheelchair is fitted with four shock absorbers with adjustable spring force Adjustment of the spring force The adjustment should be performed by personnel who are very familiar with the design and function of the wheelchair If adjustment is required please contact your nearest service engineer service center or Permobil Service Shock absorbers 25 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Wheels The rear wheels of the wheelchair the drive wheels have pneumatic tires The front wheels the steering wheels have solid rubber tires Lights and reflectors In the standard version the wheelchair is fitted with reflectors at the front and rear and on the sides Lighting and direction indicators blinkers are available as accessories _ er Front reflectors Rear reflectors Side reflectors 26 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Design and function Batteries The two batteries on the wheelchair are fitted inside the covers on each side of the wheelchair The batteries are easily accessible when they have to be replaced The battery is behind the side Battery cover Main fuse battery isolator The wheelchair is fitted with an automatic main fuse that can be reset when it has been triggered It also functions as a battery isolator a
77. y isolator Z 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 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 The main fuse is accessible between the front wheels from the front of the chassis Z CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 98 Permobil K450 Owner s manual Technical specifications Technical specifications The specifications given on the following pages apply only to the Permobil K450 chassis with an MX seat DATA General NE TE n EEEE EA ET Permobil K450 Dimensions and weight MING Ui EEE P E E EEE AE E 1240 mm Widi eroinin eerren arena E ATEA A REER IEE Eai 640 mm PACING 2 oes a caro a cee ee tec esetes Bose eee ete 800 mm Minimum transport dimensions xwxh 1110x640x605 mm Weight incl batteries and MX seat 141 kg Max Battery SIZE eier eenean 260x167x178 mm Seat width MX seat oo eee 250 300 350 400 mm Maximum user weight MX seat ccceeeeeeteeeees 60 Kg Wheels Front Tire GIMENSIONS cscfo2she i

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