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1. Figure 97 Control Panel A CAUTION The number of available functions will vary depending on how your wheelchair and seat are equipped Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Feedback The control panel provides feedback related to the avail able Seat Functions active Seat Functions Inhibits ac tive Drive Speed Limits and active Drive Inhibits through its LEDs There are three states that the LED above the switch can have Off The function icon is extinguished or OFF This signi fies that the function is not currently active The selection of the Left Right seat functions is toggled with the Shift Switch Solid A SOLID LED communicates Drive Speed related infor mation to the user Solid green LED signifies that the chair can drive at full speed Solid yellow LED signifies that the drive speed is limited due to the position of this actuator Solid red LED signifies that the drive is inhibited due to the position of this actuator ICS Control Panel Flashing A FLASHING LED communicates Actuator related in formation to the user Flashing green LED signifies a special or extended feature Flashing yellow LED signifies that the Seat Function is in hibited in one direction due to a safety limit The switches below the icon will only move the seat function in the safe direction Flashing red LED signifies that there has been an error detected with the actuator Depe
2. If the batteries should be drained completely H is important that you charge them up again as soon as possible since a complete loss of charge reduces the life span of the batteries To achieve the best life the batteries should not be discharged completely Always charge the batteries immediately after they have been discharged If the battery voltage indicator shows that the batteries appear to be losing power faster than normal the batteries may be worn out and need to be replaced Charging Ensure that the wheelchair is switched off with the On Off key on the control panel and then connect the charging plug to the charging socket The battery voltage indicator on the wheelchair s control panel lights up and shows the charging status during charging After charging has been completed the wheelchair must be switched off and on again with the On Off key on the control panel before it can be driven NOTE Description and Use of Battery Charger see supplied Owner s Manual 128 Handling Figure 119 Charging socket Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus A WARNING Use only the charger supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil Using other chargers may damage the batteries the wheelchair electronics or the charger itself It may also result in parts becoming overheated which may entail a greater risk of fire Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easi
3. Apart from specific OEM approved spare parts contact Permobil for further information on these there are no re placeable parts in the R net control system Consequently defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil ap proved repairer for repair 171 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting 172 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Stickers STICKERS Take a good look at all the stickers on your wheelchair to become familiar with their meaning These stickers contains important information for safe and proper use Never remove a sticker from your wheelchair If a sticker becomes difficult to read or falls off new replacement stickers may be ordered from Permobil Read the instructions The sticker indicates that there are instructions that should be read and understood before use or before adjustment is performed LI A Figure 139 Read the instructions 173 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Main fuse Battery Isolator The sticker shows in what position the switch should be to turn the main power Off respectively On Description of the main fuses function is found on page 90 Wheel Locks The sticker shows the wheel lock release levers position in released respec tively activated state Description of the wheel locks function is found on page 73 174 Stickers Figure 140 Main fuse Battery Isolater Figure 141 Wheel Locks Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Stickers Tie d
4. Driving technique The control panel s electronics Interpret the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended For normal driving the user needs to em ploy no complex techniques which is an advantage if the user is inexper ienced A good way of starting is quite simply to move the joystick in the direction you want to go The wheelchair then moves in the direction in which the joystick is pointing However always remember to drive as gently as possible and to avoid sud den braking and evasive maneuvers A CAUTION Do not take the 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 A WARNING Do not just use the joystick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely If the wheelchair moves in a way that you do not want RELEASE THE JOYSTICK This always makes the wheelchair interrupt the current movement Handling Figure 110 Joystick Maneuvering 119 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Driving rules Support wheels Your wheelchair may be fitted with front support wheels to reduce the risk of tipping when driving over obstacles etc They must always be fitted when you drive A WARNING If your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels they
5. increasing the likelihood of tipping over so only use the seat lift on a level floor Always drive in the lowest speed and never tip the seat tilt or the back tilt so far that the wheelchair cannot be manoeuvred safely if it runs over a slope uneven ground or over obstacles Figure 11 Electric Seat Lift Design and function 43 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Electric Seat Tilt The electrically controlled seat tilt makes it possible to set the suitable seat angle within the operating range Figure 12 Electric Seat Tilt 44 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Electric Backrest The back angle can be adjusted via the Recline Control allowing the consumer to set a recline angle as needed within the operating range A WARNING There is a risk of pinching accidents when using the electrical functions of the seat Design and function Figure 13 Electric Backrest 45 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Electric Legrest The legrests can be elevated to a desired angle within the operating range 46 Figure 14 Electric Legrest Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Manual Seat Functions Legrest Angle The angle of the leg rest is adjusted via an adjustable locking tube with a quick acting lock in a number of fixed positions 1 Pull out the quick acting lock s spring action handle so that the locking tube moves freely
6. 166 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting Example of error messages and remedies EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp Low battery voltage Check the condition of the batteris Check the contact between the bat o tery and the control unit 2 Lamps Failure in left drive motor Check the connection of the left drive motor d 3 Lamps Short circuit in left drive motor e Check the left drive motor s contacts and cables d l 4 Lamps Failure in right drive motor e Check the connection of the right drive motor gt 5 Lamps Short circuit inright drive motor ee Check the right drive motor s contacts and cables d ee 6 Lamps Battery charger connected o Disconnect the battery charger L 7 Lamps Joystick error ee ee Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is o started e i 167 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 8 Lamps Control system error qe Check the contacts to the output stage O 9 Lamps Failure in brake circuit 65 ee Ze Check the contacts to the magnetic brakes o 10 Lamps High battery voltage eo Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the output o o stage 0 o 7 5 Lamps Communication error e9290 A communication error has been indicated Check that the cable to the o control panel is not damaged and is correctly
7. Arm rest Ee I Tu Le UE 58 Head rest access eee eee 60 Rotatable panel holder 61 Parallel Panel Holder ANEREN 62 Settings and adjustments 49 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Positioning Belt Fitting the Positioning Belt There is an accessory rail on both sides of the seat frame for mounting such items as the positioning belt Mount the positioning belt in the upper track of the rail 1 Screw the belt in place with the snap lock on the side which best suits the user and the other part with the buckle on the opposite side 2 After mounting check that the belt buckle locks properly in the snap lock 50 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments A WARNING Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint Always wear your positioning belt while in your wheelchair If signs of damage or wear appear replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer SS Figure 17 Fitted Belt right hand side Figure 18 Snap Lock for the Belt Figure 19 Fitted Belt left hand side 51 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Legrest Cover Remove the leg rest cover by undoing the two screws and then pulling the cover directly forward See the illustration Fit by pushing the cover in
8. Product type Date of assembly EAN code Maximum user weight DURAN 178 Stickers 2 3 Type E Made in Country Serial No Date YYYY 1 gt Adress to site of final assembly Ce SST e lt xxx kg xxx Ibs s D Figure 147 Serial number label Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus INDEX A ee Airtransport ee e reene B Back rest recline Batteries eee eee Batteries Charging Batteries Replacement Batteries Gtorage eee C A es tavee eee eay sient R Ta ees D Drive wees Driving rules ss sse ee ee eee enen eee Driving technique sss eee e G General Driving sse eee eee 117 J Joystick EOT esinaine 118 L E E 46 M Main TUS a 45 Y a 153 P Pivot Wheels aanne 147 Positioning Belt 144 S Seat TI T 44 SUCK e Errare EE e EARE 173 Index T A onge Pasi 138 Transport 132 Troubleshooting guide 162 179 www permobil com permobil 7 3308 18 3 12990 205356 UK 0
9. The footplates and armrests are not designed to be weight bearing structures Excessive force may cause them to give way resulting in personal injury or property damage including damage to the wheelchair E 25 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation e During
10. no matter how securely it has been fastened in the vehicle concerned Carefully check that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the break release has not been activated the wheelchair drive wheels must be locked The wheelchair must only be locked into position with loading straps from the tie down points at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers or by using a Permolock locking system The wheelchair must not be secured onto any other part of the wheelchair including the seat If the wheelchair needs to be transported with the user seated in it be sure to use an approved attachment system suitable for the total weight of the wheelchair to secure the wheelchair e Permobil recommends that the wheelchair be equipped with a headrest and that this is used during transportation e During transportation it is essential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint 133 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Removing the backrest To make transportation of the wheel chair easier the back can be re moved in a few simple moves 1 Remove the back rest cushion lt is fixed in place by means of Vel cro on the rear of the cushion 2 Remove the upper section
11. pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 66 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display fF WS OD 7 Figure 34 On Off Button C 35 Horn Button OO YU Figure 36 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on pro gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The Profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display a MODE _MODE Figure 37 Mode Button PROFILE
12. that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disappears activated Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 80 10 18 S r mg Figure 83 Save function activated 97 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 98 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R NET LED CONTROL PANEL A O eaa 100 Charger SOC a ereen a a uncut 101 Function BUON tee EES 102 Battery Voltage Indicator esse eee 105 Maximum Speed Indicator sse sese eee 106 elle 107 R net LED Control Panel 99 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick and function buttons At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket Your wheelchair may also be equipped with a Seat Control Panel inaddition to the control panel Figure 84 Control Panel R net LED Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical devic
13. Figure 38 Profile Button PO A Figure 39 Hazard Button and LED 67 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De press the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel Chaire indicator 68 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off using an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to
14. Manual Permobil F5 Corpus General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a Display At the back of the panel you also find the Charger Socket and two Jack Sockets Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Figure 32 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Charger Socket A WARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not con nect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 65 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De
15. Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Seat Indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift seat angle backrest an gle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator R net LED Control Panel Figure 96 Seat Indicator 107 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net LED Control Panel 108 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus ICS Control Panel ICS CONTROL PANEL General cases EES a 110 FUR CONS serte eee 112 109 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus General The seat s electrical functions may be controlled from the Drive System Control Panel On seats equipped with the control system ICS the electrical functions may also be controlled from the ICS Control Panel The seats electrical functions are controlled from the Control Panel The control system may be in the form of conventional push buttons or may have levers for those users who find these easier to maneuver The lever is moved forward to operate the front button and back to operate the rear button The functions of the button box are here described for fitting with conventional push but tons but the functions are the same whatever the design of the control system Each switch location can have two functions and the symbol for the active function is illuminated Functions are changed using the shift function 110 ICS Control Panel L A
16. Modes for the control system The available modes are dependant on pro gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system Profile Button The Profile button allows the user to navigate through the available Profiles for the control system The number of available Profiles is dependant on how the control system is programmed Depending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when the but ton is pressed Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display move _MODE Ww Figure 57 Mode Button E PROFILE Figure 58 Profile Button A O A Figure 59 SE Button and LED 83 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate Left Indicator Button and LE
17. angle Armrest to seat distance Front location of armrest structure 158 120 manual 150 amp 180 power 470 670 mm 465 mm 90 180 185 320 mm 0 435 mm Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wheels Drive wheel tire dimensions Pivot wheel tire dimensions Rec tire pressure 3 00 x 8 210 x 65 mm 200 kPa 2 2 5 bar Performance Range 25 35 km Min turning diameter 1525 mm Reversing width 1140 mm Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 0 cm 70 mm Ability to Negoatiate Obstacles approcah distance 50 cm 100 mm Min ground clearence 76 mm Hill climbing ability 12 Safe slope 6 Sideways Slope Capability 9 Static stability downhill 17 Static stability uphill 13 Static stability sideways 14 Max Speed forward 12 km h Min braking distance from max speed 2 8 m Max User weight 150 Kg 159 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electronics Rnet drive electronics type JSM L SV PM120 Batteries Recommended battery type 24 cells gel Battery capacity 2x73Ah Charging time 8 hours Weight 17 5 Kg Fuses Main fuse 63A Control force Joystick 15N Keys 2N 160 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting guide ue 162 Diagnostics Rnet LED aura 164 Diagnostics R net LO RBE 169 Troubleshooting 161 Ow
18. front and rear tyres is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Overfilling entails a risk of explosion The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability So check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure ON vi 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 128 Inner tube replacement Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs Battery replacement Removal of the batteries 1 Place the wheelchair on a level surface and raise the seat lift 2 Switch off the power supply using the ON OFF key on the control panel and switch the main fuse to Off 3 Remove the two knobs holding the chassis covers See fig 130 Figure 130 The chassis covers are secured with two knobs 149 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs 4 Lift pull the top and rear chassis covers off the chassis See fig 131 and 132 Figure 132 The chassis rear cover 150 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs 5 Remove the four screws holding the battery box See fig 133 6 Use the straps to pull the battery box out of the chassis See fig 134 7 Loosen the battery connections A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles a f a Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with Figure 133 The battery box is se great caut
19. must always be fitted when you drive There is a risk of tipping Always be aware that high speed and a longer braking distance mean a greater risk of accident Never drive fast at full speed in narrow passages on narrow pavements etc because an incorrect maneuver steering error can lead to a risk of accident Remember that a surface that is closed at the side will affect the wheelchair and may make it steer sideways Therefore never drive at full soeed on surfaces that are closed at the side Using the seat angle function shifts the center of gravity which may have a negative effect on the driving properties So never drive at full speed if the seat has been angled a long way Figure 111 Support Wheels 120 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm If you drive over higher edges there is a higher risk of tipping and of damage to the wheelchair You should always drive over obstacles with great caution Always approach the obstacle perpendicular A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm You should always drive over obstacles with great caution A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the centre of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed Q Figure 112 Driving over obsta
20. or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 49 3 Move and hold the joystick forwards The seat adjusts to the position stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held forwards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved position it stops moving NOTE Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 47 Figure 49 Memory function activated 75 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Saving position to memory 1 Set the seat s electrical functions to the desired mode 2 If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 3 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 50 4 Move the joystick backwards to activate the Save function An arro
21. plate height The height of the foot plates can be adjusted individually and steplessly They are secured using the two outer locking screws 1 Remove the leg rest cover See the description on the previous page 2 Undo the foot plates locking screws See the illustration 3 Adjust the foot plates to the required height and secure by tightening the locking screws d Check following adjustment that the foot plates are fully secured Also make sure there se sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates 5 Replace the plastic cover See Legrest Cover Page 52 A WARNING Do nat subject the legrest to load when adjusting Risk of crushing A WARNING After adjustment and with the seat lift in its lowest position make sure there s sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates Using the chair with the footplates set too low might result in personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings 54 Settings and adjustments Figure 22 The height of the foot plates is secured using the outer locking screws Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Foot plate angle The angle of the foot pla
22. reset Contact Service in case of doubt A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse Maintenance and repairs Figure 137 Main fuse 153 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs 154 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Accessories ACCESSORIES Accessories for Permobil power wheelchairs are subject to continuous development Contact your nearest Permobil dealer for more information on the accessories available for your wheelchair 155 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Accessories 156 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Length 1140 mm Width 655 790 mm Smallest transportation size Height 1095 1170 mm mm Length 825 930 mm Width 655 790 mm Height 825 mm 157 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Product name F5 Corpus Wheelchair class B Dimensions and weight Length 1140 mm Width 655 790 mm Height 1095 1170 mm Minimum transport length 825 930 mm Minimum transport height 825 mm Minimum transport width 655 790 mm Weight incl batteries 186 Kg Seat plane angle 0 Effective seat depth 370 570 mm Effective seat width 420 570 mm Seat surface height at front edge 450 800 mm Back rest angle Back rest height Footrest to seat distance Leg to seat surface
23. them When activated the indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicators Lights Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s lights Depress the button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off When activated the lights LED will illuminate R net LED Control Panel Figure 8 89 Mode Button Figure 90 Dese SE and LED Figure 91 Lights Bu Button and LED 103 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net LED Control Panel Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off Figure 92 Left Indicator and LED When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De gt press the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn Figure 93 Right In faire and LED it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel chair s indicator 104 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net LED Control Panel Battery Voltage Indicator
24. 9 Fit the wheel on to the wheelchair Tighten the four screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 146 Maintenance and repairs Figure 126 Changing inner tube Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs Pivot wheels Filling tires with air NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pressure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneu verability Too low tire pressure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the valve and adjust the tire pres Figure 127 Filling valve sure to the correct level 147 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Inner tube replacement NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic rear tires 1 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 2 Take the wheel rim apart by unscrewing the three Al len screws 6 that hold it together 3 Replace the inner tube 4 4 Put the wheel rim together with the tire Check that 148 Maintenance and repairs the inner tube is not caught between the halves of the wheel rim Fill the tire with air A WARNING The recommended tire pressure for
25. ARNING The wheelchair s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket This socket should only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair Do not connect any type of programming cable into this socket This socket should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical device Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 53 Charger Socket 81 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Buttons These buttons decreases increases the wheelchairs maximum speed De pending on the way the control system has been programmed a momentary screen may be displayed when these buttons are pressed 82 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Vr AN WS OO Figure 54 On Off Button C SE 55 Horn Button OO YU Figure 56 SE Decrease Increase Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating
26. D NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s left indicator Depress the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the left indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheelchair s indicator Right Indicator Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de activates the wheelchair s right indicator De press the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off When activated the right indicator LED will flash in sync with the wheel chair s indicator 84 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Jack Sockets The External On Off Switch Jack 1 allows the user to turn the control sys tem on and off using an external device such as a buddy button The External Profile Switch Jack 2 allows the user to select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display fon Figure 63 Jack Sockets 85 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will al
27. Owner s Manual gnait F5 Corpus Ce Dear Permobil Owner We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair Our goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair Your Permobil is designed to give you highest possible comfort and safety and to meet the requirements regarding safety and environment Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating instructions and in particular the Safety Instructions Produced and published by Permobil AB Edition 1 2014 09 Order no 205356 UK 0 How to contact Permobil Tel Fax Email Permobil Benelux BV De Beitel 11 6466 GZ Kerkrade Netherlands 31 0 45 564 54 80 31 0 45 564 54 81 info permobil nl The Permobil Group s Head Office Tel Fax E mail Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timra Sweden 46 60 59 59 00 46 60 57 52 50 info permobil se Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Contents CONTENTS Important Information about this Owner s Manual 9 O E 13 RTS Ta and TUCU A A A a a E 33 Settings and adjustments sia Ad eree 49 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 63 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display sss sees sees eee eee 79 RAne6tEED Control Panel a A AA A A 99 ESTONTO Rada alta airada 109 af Tu Le le e SE 115 A 131 MECENAS 137 ACCESO MOS idad dadas dada 155 Technical Spec e 1 OI DIAS AA A AA ea entaaaee 157 beil singe BEEN 161
28. Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries from left to right Red Yellow Green Fully charged Red Yellow Half charged Figure 94 Battery Voltage Indicator Red Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv ing Like a fuel gage in a car it does not show exactly how much fuel is left but it gives you a rough idea so that you can avoid unnecessary stops due to discharged batteries The indicator shows a more exact value after approximately 1 minute of travel A CAUTION The battery voltage indicator also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 105 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair 1 2 lamps Low speed 3 4 lamps Average speed 5 lamps Max speed Driving profile For special applications the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile In this case the indicator s LEDs will instead display the selected driving profile There can be up to 5 driving profiles A CAUTION The indicator for max speed driving profile also functions as a fault indicator for the wheelchair s electronics See page 96 for further information 106 R net LED Control Panel Sy Q if VW d WW 2 lA ll 47 7 Figure 95 Maximum Speed Indicator Owner s
29. air and its accessories can no longer be used in a safe and secure manner A CAUTION EMC Requirements The electronics of an power wheelchair can be affected by external electromagnetic fields for example from mobile telephones Similarly the electronics of the wheelchair itself can also emit electromagnetic fields that can affect the immediate surroundings for example certain alarm systems in businesses The limit values for Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC with respect to power wheelchairs is set in the harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Devices Directive No 93 42 EEC Permobil s electronic wheelchair s comply with these limit values Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions 32 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus DESIGN AND FUNCTION A E oe 34 Shock A A N 35 DIVE DICK aro Sa 36 O A 36 Lights and reflectors AEN 37 A TIO 38 Ele CIONES E EE 39 Electric Seat FUNCUOAS 0 E 40 Manual Seat Functions sees ee 41 Other Adjustment Options sss ss sees 42 Electric Seat o o e e 43 eene H EE 44 Electric Bad e ees dE 45 Electro Loret lid 46 Manual Seat Functions Legrest Ange 47 Manual Seat Functions Backrest Recline sees eee 48 Design and function 33 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus General The Permobil F5 Corpus is an electric front wheel drive wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving It is intended for people with physical disabilities The wheelchair cons
30. and the leg rest can be angled 2 Adjust the leg rest angle to the required angle and then lock the locking tube securely by releas ing the handle so that it engages in the intended hole in the locking tube 3 After adjustment check that the leg rest is locked in position A WARNING Do not put weight on the leg rest while adjusting the angle There is a risk of pinching accidents Figure 15 Legrest Angle Design and function 47 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Manual Seat Functions Backrest Recline The angle of the back rest is ad justed via an adjustable locking tube with a quick acting lock in a number of fixed position 1 Pull out the quick acting lock s spring action handle so that the locking tube moves freely and the back rest can be angled 2 Adjust the back rest angle to the required angle and then lock the locking tube securely by releas ing the handle so that it engages in the intended hole in the locking tube 3 After adjustment check that the back rest is locked in position A WARNING Do nat put weight on the backrest while adjusting the angle There is a risk of pinching accidents 48 Figure 16 Backrest Recline Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS Positioning Belt ei 50 Logros tE Ta 52 ege E 53 Foot plate Nel Eo ia tra 54 Foot plate anales 55 Armi test le E 56 Lynn ET e Se a sea ha desu wie cuneate 57
31. cles 121 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Driving on side slopes You should always drive on side slopes with great caution Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving on side slopes with an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive the wheelchair on side slopes steeper than 9 There is a risk of tipping A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the centre of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed o i Figure 113 Driving on side slopes 122 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Driving downhill You should always drive downhill at low speed and with great caution Avoid braking suddenly and sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving downhill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do not drive downhill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfac
32. ct the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now unlocked 92 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the Joystick Module e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket e The wheelchair is now unlocked R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display e ER Figure 78 The Lock Symbol is dis played when the wheelchair is locked 93 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Seat functions Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory loca tions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Maneuvering the seat 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display See fig 79 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are show
33. djust the angle of the panel sideways to facilitate getting in and out Length adjustment 1 Undo the screw A on the panel joint and adjust the panel to the required position 2 Tighten the screw A Angle adjustment 1 Tighten loosen the knob B on the friction joint to adjust how easy or stiff the panel is for an gling laterally Figure 29 Length Adjustment screw A and Friction Joint Handle B Figure 30 Length Adjustment screw A 61 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Parallel Panel Holder The location of the control panel can be adjusted lengthwise for the opti mal driving position The panel can also be pushed out to the side diag onally back to facilitate getting in and out Length adjustment 1 Undo the screw on the underside of the armrest and adjust the panel to the required position 2 Tighten the screw Adjusting the friction joint 1 Using the knob on the friction joint it is possible to adjust how easy or stiff the panel is for push ing out to the side 62 Settings and adjustments Figure 31 Length Adjustment screw A and Friction Joint Handle B Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD MONOCHROME DISPLAY A A A a E 64 Es A nt cred tei UR aaea ieie 65 Function e EE 66 Jack eer 69 Bs E EE 70 Locking unlocking the Control Gvstem eee eee e 71 Seat Iae isla ci olaaa 73 63 Owner s
34. e Con nection of other electrical devices may damage the control system or affect the E M C performance of the wheelchair R net LED Control Panel Figure 85 Charger Socket 101 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons On Off Button The On Off button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Horn Button The horn will sound while this button is depressed Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile 102 R net LED Control Panel CO CO D Figure 86 On Off Button Co Kr Figure 87 Horn Button A Figure 88 Maximum Speed Choice of Profile Button and LED Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Mode Button These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair s maximum speed In special applications the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others Push the button to activate the hazard lights and push it again to inac tivate
35. e visually impaired this document can be viewed in PDF format at www permobil com or alternatively ordered in large text Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Important Information about this Owner s Manual Technical support In the event of technical problems you should contact Permobil Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided Spare parts 8 accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil The expected service life of this product is 7 years Scrapping Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in force Warranty All wheelchairs are supplied with a two year product guarantee Batteries and charger are supplied with one year warranty Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Important Information about this Owner s Manual Incident reporting If an incident occurs please contact your nearest Permobil representative Normally the same person you contacted at purchase day To prepare this contact there is a link on our homepage on the internet at www permobil com Open up your country page and the contact page Here is the needed contact information and a guidance document in what in formation we need to investigate the incident Complete the information as much as possible This is of great help for us To increase the product quality and to ensure that our product is safe through the whole life cycle we need you to send in Inc
36. eed the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair Do not carry passengers on the wheelchair Doing so can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Prior to Riding In some instances including where certain medical conditions exist users should practice operating their wheelchair under the supervision of an assistant who is familiar with the operation of the wheelchair and with the abilities and limitations of the user Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation Inclines When driving downhill select the slowest speed and proceed with caution Driving down an incline can shift the user s center of gravity forward If the wheelchair rolls faster than you would like stop the wheelchair by releasing the joystick and begin descending again at a slower speed Avoid sudden stops or starts Stop by releasing joystick rather than by turning the power off Turning off power while the wheelchair is in motion will cause the wheelchair to stop suddenly Be sure to keep all recommended positioning belts securely fastened at all times When driving up an incline try to keep moving at a steady speed Stopping and starting the chair while moving up an incline makes the wheelchair more difficult to control Do not drive up
37. es and always drive with great caution and at low speed oC Figure 114 Driving downhill 123 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Driving uphill You should always drive uphill with great caution Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks You should be extremely careful when driving uphill on an uneven surface for example grass gravel sand ice and snow A WARNING Do nat drive uphill on a gradient greater than 12 Dynamic stability according to ISO 7176 2 6 A raised seat lift seat angle back angle changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping Therefore use these seat functions only on flat surfaces and always drive with great caution and at low speed oO Figure 115 Driving uphill 124 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Manual Release of the Magnetic Wheel Locks The wheelchair is fitted with a manual brake release on each drive wheel that can be released to make it possible to move the wheelchair manually The brake release levers are located at the front of the wheelchair Release of wheel locks 1 Shut off the wheelchair using the start button on the control panel 2 Move the levers downwards to release the brakes The chair can know be moved manually Engage the wheel locks Move the lever upwards so it assumes in its upper most position Always check that the release leve
38. et The wheelchair cannot be driven when the charger is connected 130 Handling Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus TRANSPORT E al e vases Sansa ated seins Sasi h an ies aa Seala 132 Removing the DACKFESts EN 134 General advice for air ransport eee eee ee eee eee 135 Transport 131 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Transport General The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes Check that the wheelchair is properly fastened and that the wheel locks are engaged When transporting the wheel chair in a vehicle the wheelchair must be locked into position by running fastening straps through the transport eyes at the front and rear marked with yellow stickers Secure the wheelchair according to the manuafacturer of the vehicle restraint systems instructions Always make sure that the fastening points on the transport vehicle are well anchored Qe Se Figure 121 Sticker for transport Figure 120 Front transport eyes eyes Figure 122 Rear transport eyes 132 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Transport A WARNING Transport The wheelchair must only be transported in vehicles approved for this purpose Always ask for confirmation of the transporter that the vehicle is suitable designed insured and equipped to transport a person in a wheelchair A wheelchair is not designed as a car seat and cannot offer the same degree of safety that is offered by standard car seats
39. ethod of direct control such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol Speed Limit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited for example by a raised seat then this symbol will be displayed If the wheelchair is being inhiited from driv ing then the symbol will flash Restart When the control system requires a restart for example after a module re configuration this symbol will be flashed Control System Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced its own power in order to protect itself against heat damage 88 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 68 In Focus o Figure 69 Speed Limit O Figure 70 Restart l Figure 71 Control System Temperature Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Motor Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors in order to protect them against heat damage Timer This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing between differ ent states An example would be entering into Programming Mode The sym bol is animated to show the sands falling E Stop If the control system is programmed for latched drive or actuator operation then it is normal for an Emergency Stop Switch to be connected into the Ex ternal Profile Switch Jack If the Emer
40. ge reduce speed and reduce the sharpness of your turn when turning A WARNING Operation Freewheel Mode In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level surface before releasing the brakes In order to avoid personal injury do not use your Permobil in freewheel mode without an attendant present Do not attempt to put the wheelchair in freewheel mode by yourself while seated in it Do not put your Permobil in freewheel mode while on an incline This could cause the wheelchair to roll on its own causing injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Driving on a Loose Soft Surface When the wheelchair is set to its lowest speed and the batteries are not fully charged driving on certain surfaces for example gravel sand or thick carpeting can involve constrained navigability 20 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving in Darkness Driving in the dark may only be done if your wheelchair is equipped with functioning lighting in the front and the back or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations A WARNING Passengers The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers regardless of the age of the passenger The Maximum User Weight stated in the Owner s Manual for your seating system includes the user and any personal effects The Maximum limit should not be exceeded T
41. gency Stop Switch is operated or dis connected this symbol will flash R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display O Figure 72 Motor Temperature Figure 73 Timer E Stop Figure 74 E Stop 89 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock the display bright ness background color etc Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously Scroll through the menu by moving the joystick up or down Exit the installation menu by first selecting Exit at the bottom of the menu and then moving the joystick to the right Setting the time Setting the time Set Time Shows the total distance travelled by the control system Displaying the time Display Time Displaying the time Display Time Select Display Time 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 90 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display el bet Eet Set zc Display Time Distance Backlight Background Diagnostics Figure 75 Installation menu Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Distance measurement Distance Distance measurement Distance Select Distance in the menu Move the joystick to the right to go to the menu for setting distance measurement Then select Total distance Trip Distance display or Reset by moving the joystick up
42. h the wheelchair The main fuse must always be switched off when batteries and fuses are replaced Always switch off the power supply to the control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse 140 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs General batteries storage A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer e Please note that a battery discharges itself and that a discharged battery can burst when it is cold If the wheelchair is to be stored unused for an extended period of time the batteries must always be charged once a month to avoid them being damaged e The wheelchair must not be stored in areas subject to condensation steam or moisture on surfaces for example utility rooms or similar e The wheelchair may be stored in an unheated room From the point of view of corrosion it is best for the room to be a few degrees warmer than the surroundings as this keeps the room drier e H the wheelchair is fitted with acid batteries the acid level should be checked regularly If the wheelchair is fitted with gel batteries the liquid level does not need to be checked The life of the batteries depends entirely on regular charging Short term sto
43. hair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission Permanently on Everything is in order The number of lamps that light up depends on the voltage remaining in the batteries If the bat teries are fully charged all the lamps light up Slowly flashing red lamps 1 2 lamps The batteries need to be charged immediately Rapid flashing 1 10 lamps A fault has been detected in the wheelchair s electronics and the wheelchair can not be driven e Switch of the wheelchair e Check that all visible cables and the cable to the control panel are connected correctly e Switch the wheelchair on again If the fault persists count the number of flashing lamps and check for a possible cause and remedy in the table on the adjoining page Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other information from your service contact 165 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work
44. he control panel before interrupting the power with the main fuse Figure 8 Charging socket 39 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Electric Seat Functions The electric seat functions are driven by an electric actuator which is step lessly controlled from the wheelchair control panel Available functions may vary depending on how the seat is equipped Functions e Seat Lift e Legrest e Seat Tilt e Backrest Recline 40 Figure 9 Electric actuator Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Manual Seat Functions The seat can be adjusted manually by adjusting manual locking tubes with quick acting locks in a number of fixed positions Available functions may vary depending on how the seat is equipped Functions e Legrest Angle e Backrest recline Figure 10 Manual clamp Tube for the Backrest Recline 41 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Other Adjustment Options The control panel arm rest foot plates and other accessories such as calf rest thigh support trunk support head rest etc have manual adjustment and setting options 42 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Electric Seat Lift Permobil can be fitted with an elec trically controlled seat lift that allows the seat to be raised steeples in or der to adjust its height to tables benches etc A WARNING When the seat lift is raised the centre of gravity is also raised
45. he wheelchair always make sure all parts of the wheelchair are undamaged before operating the wheelchair again Not doing so could lead to personal injury A CAUTION Operation Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision Do not drive the wheelchair on public streets or roadways Obey all local pedestrian rules and be aware that vehicle drivers may have difficulty seeing you Do nat operate your wheelchair under the influence of alcohol Consumption of alcohol may impair your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Some physical limitations or use of medication either prescribed or over the counter may limit your ability to operate your wheelchair safely Be sure to consult with your physician about your physical limitations and medications 17 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Modifications Any unauthorized modifications to the wheelchair or its various systems may increase the risk of personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair All modifications to and interventions in the vital systems of the wheelchair must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products A WARNING Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section in this Owner s Manual for current seat model Operation of the wheelchair by users who exc
46. he wheelchair s manoeuvrability and stability can be degraded as a result A WARNING Driving with Seat Lift Seat Tilt Backrest Recline Be careful in making sure that nothing gets stuck between the chassis and the seat when the seat lift seat tilt is operated Operating the seat lift seat tilt backrest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over Always drive in low speed and only use those seat functions on level ground and not on hills ramps slopes or other inclines Using those seat functions while driving on inclines can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair 21 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Center of Balance The possibility of this wheelchair tipping and the point where this wheelchair will tip forward back or to the side depends on its center of balance Please note that the following factors can affect the wheelchair s center of balance Elevation of the seat Height and angle of the seat e Body position or weight distribution Driving on an incline such as a ramp or a hill Use of a backpack or other accessories depending on the amount of weight added e lf your wheelchair begins to move in an unexpected manner immediately release the joystick to stop the wheelchair Except in an emergency do NOT use the on off button to stop your wheelchair as this will cause the wheelchair to stop abruptl
47. ident Reports It is also stated in MEDDEV 2 12 1 and Annex 9 that the manufacturer shall Encourage users or those given specific responsi bility for reporting incidents that have occurred with medical devices and that meet the criteria within these guidelines to report the incidents to the Manufacturer and or to the Competent Authority in accord ance with national guidance To meet the requirements and to ensure that our products shall remain safe in your hands we need your assistance We hope you never need to use the information on this page but if there is an incident please contact us Product approval This product fulfil the requirements according to EN 12184 EN 1021 1 EN 1021 2 ISO 7176 9 2009 ISO 7176 14 2008 ISO 7176 16 1997 and ISO 7176 19 2001 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Important Information about this Owner s Manual 12 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General An electric wheelchair is a motorized vehicle and special care must therefore be taken when it is used Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual before operating your Permobil powered wheelchair Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the chair In order to reduce these risks you should read the Owners Man ual carefully in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any pe
48. inserted 00009 Actuator indicator Actuator error An actuator error has been indicated If the wheelchair is fitted with more then one actuator check which one is not working Check the ac tuator s cable connections 168 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting Diagnostics R net LCD When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchair s electronics information on it is displayed in the control panel s dis play This information can then be used to diagnose where the error fault occurred and its cause Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personnel with good knowledge of the wheel chair s electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model Diagnostic screens Current diagnostic screen When the control system s integrated protection circuits have been triggered so that the control system can no longer operate the wheelchair a diagnostic screen is displayed in the control panel s display This indicates a system fault i e R net has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair s electrical system NOTE If the fault is in a module that is not currently being used it may still be possible to drive the wheelchair but the diag nostic screen is displayed occasionally Switch off the wheelchair and leave it off for a few minutes Then restart the wheelchair If the fault persists you must s
49. ion cured with four screws 8 Lift the batteries out of the battery box using the battery straps G Figure 134 Use the straps to pull the battery box out of the chassis 151 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Fitting of the batteries 1 Use battery straps and lift new batteries in reverse order leave the straps on the new batteries Connect the battery connections NOTE Also see the sticker on the inside of the chassis covers 2 Push the battery box in to the chassis 3 Refit the four screws holding the battery box See fig 133 4 Refit the chassis covers on to the chassis See fig 131 and 132 Refit the two knobs See fig 130 5 Switch the main fuse to On A CAUTION Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recycling regulations 152 Maintenance and repairs Figure 135 The batteries and their connectors Figure 136 Main fuse Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Resetting the main fuse battery isolator The main fuse also functions as a battery isolator but it is called the main fuse in the owner s manual It is not normally necessary to replace the main fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered It is reset by switching the switch to ON A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is
50. ists of a chassis and a seat The chassis contains the wheelchair s electronics power sup ply and drive functions The seat consists of a seat frame seat plate back rest arm rest leg rest seat lift fixed seat tube and any accessories options such as a head rest calf rest chest support etc 1 Back rest 6 Drive wheels 2 Control panel 7 Caster wheels 3 Seat 8 Chassi 4 Leg rest 9 Serial number label 5 Foot plates 10 Arm rest 34 Figure 1 F5 Corpus Design and function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Shock absorber The wheelchair is equipped with two shock absorbers Adjustment Adjustment should to be performed by personnel who are well acquainted with the design and functionality of the wheelchair When adjustment is needed contact your nearest Authorized Permobil Service Center Design and function Figure 2 Drive package and shock absorbers 35 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Drive package The Permobil F5 Corpus is equipped with a drive package for each drive wheel The drive package consists of an electric motor with a drive gear and magnetic wheel lock Wheels The wheelchair s drive wheels are available with pneumatic or Flat Free Foam Filled tires The caster wheels have solid polyurethane tires 36 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Lights and reflectors The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors on the front rear and side
51. l for more information Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions Warnings and precautions A CAUTION Operation Permobil recommends the use of wheelchair lights at all times user is riding near public rights of way Use extreme caution when driving near unprotected ledges drop offs or on elevated surfaces Unintended movement or excessive speed in these areas can lead to personal injury or property damage A CAUTION Operation Do nat drive the wheelchair over any curbs or edges higher than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual When driving over a curb or similarly elevated surface you must cross the surface at a 90 degree angle perpendicular Crossing such surfaces at any other angle may result in the wheelchair tipping Reduce your speed when driving on uneven terrain or soft surfaces Do not use your wheelchair on stairs or escalators Always use an elevator Do nat lift or move the wheelchair by any of its removable parts Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A CAUTION Operation Do not use the wheelchair to pull any kind of objects and never hang excessive weights on the backrest Doing so could lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair If you by accident impact with walls doors or other fixed objects when operating t
52. lel aT Ko o o II 173 Contents Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Important Information about this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS OWNER S MANUAL Before you begin using your wheelchair it is important that you read and understand the content of these operating in structions and in particular the Safety Instructions These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you with the functions and characteristics of the wheel chair and how you can use them in the best manner possible They also contain important safety and maintenance in formation as well as describing possible problems that can arise while driving the wheelchair Always keep these operating instructions handy in connection with your wheelchair since the need for important infor mation can arise concerning its use safety and maintenance Itis 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 instructions were printed Pictures and illustrations that are found in these operating in structions are representative examples and not intended to be exact depictions of the various parts of the wheelchair We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice If you ar
53. lowed For all service related needs or questions turn to your authorized Permobil dealer Maintenance and Inspection Schedule Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Check battery level indicator and charge if necessary O Check that the joystick panel is not damaged O Ensure all removable parts are securely locked in place O Check belt for wear and make sure the buckle is operational o Check tires and inflate if necessary O Ensure lights and indicators are operational and clean O Clean wheelchair and upholstery O Check upholstery seating headrest armpads and calfpads for wear O Check that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly O Complete inspection safety check and service should be performed by an author Oo ized Permobil dealer 139 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs General To ensure that your wheelchair works well it is important for it to be used correctly and regularly maintained A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults A WARNING Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer In case of doubt always contact a competent service engineer A CAUTION Some repairs may require tools other than those supplied wit
54. ly cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles You may only use a charger with a maximum charging current of 10 A average the effective value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A The batteries must be charged in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe The batteries must not be charged in a bathroom or wetroom A WARNING If you want to interrupt the charging process the mains voltage should be switched off before the 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 may get hot and must not be covered The charger must be placed so that it has free space on all sides The charging contact must be replaced if it is damaged or gets hot during charging Both the contact on the charger s cable and the wheelchair s charging socket should be replaced if one part is damaged or worn The contacts must be replaced by qualified personnel Handling 129 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus A CAUTION The charger s charging cable must not be extended Carefully read the instructions supplied with the charger before starting to charge the wheelchair Switch off the wheelchair with the On Off key on the control panel before charging but ensure that the main fuse is in the ON position Ensure that the charging contact has been fully inserted in the wheelchair s charging sock
55. more than one driving profile 3 Move the joystick carefully forwards to drive forwards or backwards to reverse 4 The speed setting is adjusted using the keys for higher and lower speed The wheelchair s electronics allow very slow driving over edges You can drive up to the edge and then carefully drive over it Na 117 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling Joystick Error If the joystick is moved from the central position before during or immediately after the control system is switched on the screen image for a shifted joystick will be displayed for 5 seconds On control panels without a display the LEDs on the battery voltage indicator will wander backwards and forwards instead If the joystick is not released during this time a joystick error will be registered and the wheelchair will not drive To enable the wheelchair to drive again en sure that the joystick is in the central position Then switch the wheelchair off and on again If control system detects an error in the wheelchair electronics which needs attention a Diagnostics screen will ap pear on control panels with display On control panels without display the battery voltage indicator LEDs will flash rap idly instead If this happens you should get in touch with your service contact as soon as possible PM Low Battery Figure 107 Shifted Joystick Figure 108 Moving LEDs Figure 109 Diagnostics screen 118 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus
56. n by tightening the lock nuts A WARNING Do not subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing Settings and adjustments Figure 25 The position of the adjustment bars are secured with two nuts 57 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Arm rest height angle The arm rest height angle is normally adjusted as described on pages 56 57 However for special needs the arm rests can be adjusted individually for users who want a left and right arm rest at different heights and or angles This adjustment can only be made for special needs lt may have negative effects on the movement of the arm rest when raising lowering the back rest A WARNING Do nat subject the arm rests to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing This type of adjustment should only be made for special needs It may have negative effects on the movement of the arm rest when raising lowering the back rest Loosen the two nuts D securing the position of the adjustment bar Adjust the arm rest height by turning the adjustment bars C See fig 26 Secure into position by tightening the lock nuts D The angle of the arm rest is secured using a screw B Move the screw from a fixed position A to a flexible posi tion B See fig 26 PU NS 58 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments A WARNING When the screw is removed the armrests angle setting is released Suppor
57. n varies depending on the seat model and available functions 4 CH Figure 79 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display 94 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display A CAUTION If the symbol M appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory function has been activated Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead 3 Move the joystick forwards or backwards to activate the function Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 80 1 Figure 80 Standard display image with speed indicator 95 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Memory Retrieving position from memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po sitions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol MT for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display
58. nd vice versa Always check with the airline what rules apply 3 Preventing damage When transported by air the wheelchair will be put with other goods in a confined space Therefore it is important to take preventive action to minimise transport damage to the wheelchair Cover the control panel with soft shock absorbing material foam plastic or similar and fold it in towards the back rest Protect other protruding objects in a similar manner Tape any loose cables to the seat or covers 136 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS WOGID AG WE 138 SSIS E 140 General batteries storage un 141 RE e EE 143 Positioning belt see 144 Brake release see eee eee 144 EE a SS unan 145 eh ee 147 Battery replacement Aen 149 Resetting the main fuse battery isolator eee 153 Maintenance and repairs 137 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs Toolbag The wheelchair comes with a toolbag with the following contents that can be used for maintenance and minor repairs TOOL AREA OF USE Allen keys General maintenance seat adjustment 11 13 mm spanners General maintenance replacing batteries Seat lift crank Manually raising the seat lift Security key Locking unlocking the wheelchair 138 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs Frequency of maintenance and inspection Permobil recommends that the following maintenance and inspection schedule is fol
59. nding on the error the switches below may not operate the seat function Note the circumstances when this indication occurs as this in formation may help your service provider Contact your service provider for additional assistance as service may be needed 111 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Functions Seat lift The seat can be raised by pressing the upper part of the button and lowered by pressing the lower part Backrest recline The backrest can be moved backwards by pressing the lower part of the but ton and brought back by pressing the upper part Seat Tilt The seat can be angled backwards by pressing the lower part of the button and forwards by pressing the upper part 112 ICS Control Panel t 1 Figure 98 Seat Lift Figure 99 Backrest recline Y Figure 100 Seat Tilt Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Leg rest Angle The leg rest can be moved out by pressing the upper part of the button and brought back by pressing the lower part Anterior Tilt The seat can be angled forwards by pressing the upper part of the button and backwards by pressing the lower part Power Footplates The footplates can be raised by pressing the lower part of the button and low ered by pressing the upper part ICS Control Panel Figure 101 Leg Rest Figure 102 Anterior Tilt Figure 103 Power Footplates 113 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus RA Footplate The footplate can be lowe
60. ner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting guide describes a number of faults and events which may occur when you use your wheelchair together with suggested remedies Note that this guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service contact or Permobil in case of doubt EVENT The wheelchair cannot be started POSSIBLE CAUSE Batteries discharged REMEDY Charge the batteries The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Insert the cable in the control panel Main fuse switched to OFF position after for example battery replacement Reset the main fuse See page 153 Main fuse triggered See page 153 The wheelchair cannot be driven Battery charger connected Stop charging and disconnect the charging cable from the wheelchair s charging socket Brake release activated Reset the brake release Wheelchair locked with the security key Unlock the wheelchair See page 153 The wheelchair switches itself off after a cer tain period of inactivity 20 30 min The electronics energysaving mode has been activated Switch the wheelchair on again using the start key on the control panel The wheelchair stops while being driven The cable connection to the control panel has come loose Insert the cable in the control panel Main fu
61. ners Maintenance and repairs Upholstery cloth vinyl For normal cleaning wash the upholstery with lukewarm water and a mild non abrasive soap Use a soft cloth or brush Before the surface dries wipe off any water soap residues with a clean dry cloth This procedure may be repeated to remove stubborn dirt or stains Ink spots can sometimes be removed by washing with soap and water followed by isopropyl alcohol Do not use any cleaning method that is not listed above as other methods may attack the vinyl and cause even tual degradation If necessary the cover may be removed before cleaning See also the washing instructions on the upholstery materials Control panel Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent and be careful when cleaning the joystick and the panel s dis play Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen cleaners The panel must not be rinsed with water or any other liquid A WARNING Never hose the wheelchair down as the electronics may be damaged The wheelchair must always be turned off when being cleaned 143 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs Positioning belt Check the condition of the positioning belt regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed If signs of damage or wear appear replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer Brake release Check regularly approximately once a month that the brake release and the brake
62. ng the seat A CAUTION If the symbol MI appears together with the seat icon this means that a memory function has been activated Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead 1 Press the Mode button one or more times until an icon for seat function appears in the control panel display See fig 48 2 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function The icon for the seat function selected appears in the display 3 Move the joystick forwards or backwards to activate the function Below is an example of the icons that may be shown in the display Which icons are shown varies depending on the seat model and available functions IDH Figure 48 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a function The icon for the function selected appears in the display Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 47 74 Figure 47 Standard display image with speed indicator Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po sitions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier Retrieving position from memory 1 Press the Mode button one
63. nty During all work on the electrical system of the wheelchair the Main fuse must always be in OFF position To avoid the risk of electric shock use extreme caution when using metal objects while working on the batteries Short circuiting can easily cause an explosion Never perform service on the wheelchair without using protective gloves and goggles Failure to do so can lead to personal injury Do not use parts or accessories not authorized by Permobil Use of unapproved aftermarket accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheelchair which may make the wheelchair unstable or uncontrollable Such use may also void the warranty on the wheelchair Connecting any unapproved electrical or electronic devices to the wheelchair s electrical system can cause damage to the chair and caused the chair to become uncontrollable or drive erratically Such use may also void the warranty The wheelchair is heavy and contains many moving parts which means that the risk of being caught between them is always present A WARNING Charging of Batteries Charging must be done in a well ventilated room not in a wardrobe or closet Charging must not be done in a bathroom or wet room Only chargers with a max 10 A charging current average value may be used the RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12 A When the charger is connected the chair must not and cannot be driven 28 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instr
64. of the back rest by carefully undoing the clip on the rear of the back rest and pulling the upper section straight up at the same time See fig If necessary the head rest can also be removed see page 35 134 Transport Figure 123 The upper section of the back rest is secured with a locking mechanism Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus 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 wheelchair The main fuse must always be in the Off position Acid batteries Most airlines require that batteries be removed from the wheelchair and transported in special boxes that the airline may provide 135 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Transport A CAUTION If you do not know what type of main fuse your wheelchair has contact Permobil or your service contact Some airlines may refuse to accept acid batteries on board To ensure that the wheelchair can be transported safely and no nasty surprises crop up at the last minute you should always contact the airline before you travel 2 The wheelchair s dimensions and weight How much the wheelchair weighs and how large it is are important depending on the type of airplane in which the wheelchair is to be transported The smaller the airplane is the smaller the wheelchair may be weigh a
65. or down e Total distance Total Distance e Trip Trip Distance Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset e Distance display Display Distance Selects Trip or Total Distance in the display e Reset Clear trip distance Move the joystick to the right to reset the Trip measurer Exit Exit Move the joystick to the right to exit the installation menu R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Total Distance 0012345 Trip Distance 00 Display Distance Clear Trip Distance Exit Figure 76 Distance measurement 91 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Locking unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one of two ways Either using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key How the Control system is f locked depends on how your system is programmed KS Keypad Locking To lock the wheelchair using the keypad FE O played when the wheelchair is e While the control system is switched on depress and hold the On Off locked button e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Ifthe control system has switched off press the On Off button e Defle
66. or down slopes with a gradient greater than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk that the wheelchair will not maneuver safely A WARNING Operation Inclines Do nat drive the wheelchair where the sideways gradient is more than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual There is a risk of tipping over Do not drive up or down ramps that are not equipped with proper edge protection along the sides of the ramp to prevent the wheelchair from falling off of the ramp When driving up an incline be sure to drive your wheelchair straight up the incline perpendicular Driving at an angle up an incline increases the risk of tipping or falling Use extreme caution when driving up an incline Do not drive down or up a hazardous incline such as a surface covered with snow ice or wet leaves or a surface that is uneven Also avoid driving on ramps that do not have proper edge protection 19 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Operation Turning Turning your wheelchair at high speeds can create the possibility of the wheelchair tipping and personal injury The possibility of tipping can be increased by high turning speed sharp turns uneven surfaces abrupt changes in direction and driving from an area of low traction e g lawn to an area of high traction e g sidewalk To protect against tipping personal injury and property dama
67. our wheelchair and its acces sories before you begin using it Do not undertake your own first test drive without making sure that you have assistance in the immediate vicinity if you should need help Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions Prepare for use In order to make sure that nothing happened to the wheelchair while it was being shipped to you you should check the following items before beginning to use it that all products ordered are included in the delivery including operating instructions and possible other documen tation If you suspect that something is missing then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible that no transport related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair seat and its accessories If you discov er that something has been damaged or in some other manner appears to be incorrect then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible before you continue the checks We recommend that you charge your wheelchair s batteries before you begin using it The chapter titled Charging the Batteries describes how to do this Always be sure that tires are inflated properly before driving If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong abort the test drive as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and get in touch with your service contact or Permobi
68. own point The sticker indicates where the wheelchair must be secured during transport There is a sticker next to each tie down point Description of transport of the wheelchair is found on page 76 Support wheels The sticker indicates that your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels to re duce the risk of tipping when driving over obstacles etc They must always be fitted when you drive Figure 143 The support wheels must always be fitted when you drive Crushing Hazard The sticker indicates Crushing Hazard Figure 144 Crushing Hazard Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Stickers Warning The sticker indicates that special attention is required Use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears Failure to observe warnings can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair Figure 145 Warning special atten tion is required 176 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Battery Connections and Fuses The sticker shows the polarity of the batteries and where the fuses are found on the wheelchair Description of changing batteries is found on page 149 Stickers Battery connections Fuses Batterianslutningar Sakringar Main Fuse Huvudsakring gt d 80A Figure 146 Battery Connections and Fuses 177 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Serial number label 1 Made in country of final assem bly by adress of site of final assembly Serial number
69. rage For the charging process to produce a battery with good capacity the temperature in the storage room should not be lower than 5 degrees If it is stored at a temperature below 5 degrees there is a higher risk that the battery has not been fully charged when it comes to be used and also a higher risk of corrosion 141 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Maintenance and repairs 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 142 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Cleaning Regular care and maintenance will prevent unnecessary wear and damage to your wheelchair The following is general advice recommended by Permobil For severe soiling of the upholstery or damage to the surface finish contact Permobil for information Metal surfaces For normal cleaning it is best to use a soft cloth sponge hot water and a mild detergent Wipe down carefully with a cloth and water and dry off Remove scuff marks from semi matt surfaces with soft wax follow manufacturer s instructions Remove scuff marks and scratches from shiny surfaces using car polish either liquid or paste After polishing ap ply soft car wax to restore the original surface gloss Plastics For normal cleaning wash plastic surfaces with a soft cloth mild detergent and hot water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or abrasive kitchen clea
70. red at the same time as the seat lift is raised by pressing the upper part of the button Pressing the lower part of the button will raise the footplate and at the same time lower the seat lift This function can help the user getting in to and out of the wheelchair Shift Change the control button functions by pressing the shift button Change the function back again by pressing the shift button The symbol for the active function will illuminate Memory Function ICS Control Panels equipped with Memory can store and recall up to three seat positions A seat function e g power tilt power recline power legs etc can only remember a saved memory position if it has an actuator with position feedback installed 114 ICS Control Panel mb d E Figure 104 RA Footplate d Figure 105 Shift Gi Figure 106 Memory function Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus HANDLING A EN 116 General DMI aurora 117 JOVSUCK EMO rra cdo 118 Driving nl e E 119 Driving rules iia ds 120 Manual Release of the Magnetic Wheel Locks 125 ChNarging Dbateries ando ape 127 Handling 115 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling General The Permobil F5 Corpus is designed for use both indoors and outdoors When you drive indoors you must be careful in for example narrow passages when going through doors and entrances and when using lifts ramps etc You should also consider the risk of crushing when yo
71. release lever are working properly When the brakes are released it should not be possible to drive the wheelchair Figure 124 Brake release lever 144 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Drive wheels Filling tires with air Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the correct tire pressure The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability Too low tire pressure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range Therefore check regularly that the tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar 1 Unscrew and remove the plastic cap on the valve on the tire 2 Connect the compressed air nozzle to the valve and adjust the tire pressure to the correct level Maintenance and repairs Figure 125 Filling valve 145 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Changing inner tube NOTE Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic rear tires 1 Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2 Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air 3 Remove the wheel it s fitted with four screws 4 Release the air 5 remove the six screws holding the rim together 6 Take the rim apart 7 Replace the inner tube 2 in the tire 3 and fit togeth er with the two rim halves 1 amp 4 Tighten the six screws using a dynamometric wrench Tightening torque 24 Nm 8 Fill the tire to recommended tire pressure 200 kpa 2 bar
72. rs goes right to its most upper position A WARNING Do not engage or disengage the wheel locks unless power to the chair is off In order to avoid the wheelchair rolling away ensure that the wheelchair is on a level surface before releasing the wheel locks Be aware that the wheelchair will not have brakes when the wheel locks are in free wheel position Make sure that the person pushing the chair has full control when the wheel locks are disengaged Always reset the wheel lock release after manually moving the wheelchair 125 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling A CAUTION When the wheel locks are released the chair will not drive If it does contact an Authorized Permobil service center as soon as possible Figure 116 Location of the release Figure 117 Wheel lock released Figure 118 Wheel lock engaged levers 126 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Charging batteries When should the batteries be charged How frequently you need to charge the batteries in your wheelchair depends on a number of factors including how you use your wheelchair the tempera ture and age of the batteries and how they are made All batteries also gradu ally lose capacity as they age The most important factor for the life of the batteries is how much power is taken out of them before they are charged and how often they are charged discharged Handling 127 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus A CAUTION
73. rson s failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting from failure to ex ercise good judgment The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of electric wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the wheelchair user and his or her healthcare professional Permobil is not responsible for inappropriate selections of wheelchair models or features or improper fitting of the wheelchair Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions Attension Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to note items that have significant importance to safety concerns A WARNING Please use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears Failure to observe warnings can lead to personal injury and property damage including damage to the wheelchair A CAUTION Please use caution where this symbol appears Your wheelchair and seat was configured specifically for your needs as prescribed by your healthcare provider Con sult your healthcare provider before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment Some adjustments may reduce your wheelchair s performance or safety or may not be appropriate for your needs It is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to become acquainted with the different buttons the function and steering controls the different adjustment possibilities of the seat etc of y
74. s Front rear lights and turn indicators are optional Figure 3 Front Reflectors Figure 4 Rear Reflectors Figure 5 Side Reflectors 37 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Batteries The wheelchair s batteries are located under the covers of the chassis Both of the batteries are easily accessible for maintenance and replacement A WARNING Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use safety gloves and safety goggles Remember that the batteries are heavy and must be handled with great caution Figure 6 Batteries A CAUTION Used or malfunctioning batteries should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with local recycling regulations 38 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Design and function Electronics Main fuse The is equipped with an automatic main fuse which can be reset when it has been triggered lt also functions as a battery isolator and is controlled ON OFF via the lever located in front of the left battery cover A WARNING If the main fuse is triggered there is often a major electrical fault The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset Contact Service in case of doubt Figure 7 Main fuse Charging socket The charging socket is located at the rear of the chassis See fig 8 A CAUTION Always switch off the power supply to t
75. scribed tire pressure Incorrect tire pressure can cause deteriorating stability and maneuverability The prescribed tire pressure is 200 250 kPa 2 2 5 bar Note that overfilling causes a risk of explosion A WARNING Changing Tires Avoid the use of sharp edged tools when working with tires A WARNING Storage The wheelchair and its accessories must always be shut off when they are not being used Always store the wheelchair so that access for unauthorized individuals is avoided Never store the wheelchair in a room in which condensation can arise mist or dampness on the surfaces e g in pool areas laundry rooms or similar rooms If you are unsure as to how your wheelchair and its accessories should be properly stored contact your supplier or Permobil for more information 30 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Damages malfunctions on the wheelchair and its accessories If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected or if you suspect that something is wrong Stop driving as soon as possible shut off the wheelchair and contact your service contact or Permobil for more information It s also of greatest importance that Permobil be informed if the wheelchair and its accessories have been subjected to transport damages damages during driving or damages due to another cause as soon as possible after the event There exists a risk that the wheelch
76. se triggered See page 153 The wheelchair can only be driven at reduced speed Applies with an electric seat lift and seat angle Seat lift or seat angle raised too high Lower the seat lift or seat angle 162 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting EVENT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The wheelchair cannot be charged Main fuse switched to OFF position after for See page 153 example battery replacement The charging fuse is triggered Wait for five minutes the fuse will be auto matically reset 163 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting Diagnostics Rnet LED Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started parts of the wheelchair s electronics are checked If any fault has occurred in these parts this is displayed on the control panel s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps Troubleshooting and repairs must always be performed by competent personel with good knowledge of the wheel Chair S electronics More information on troubleshooting and remedies can be found in the Service Manual for this wheelchair model 164 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting A CAUTION Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven They appear when it is next started If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelc
77. see fig 81 3 Move and hold the joystick forwards The seat adjusts to the position stored earlier For reasons of safety the joystick must be held forwards until the seat is fully adjusted to the required position Once the seat has adjusted to the saved position it stops moving NOTE Movement of the seat can be stopped at any time by releasing the joystick Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 80 96 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display BS rich 10 18 Mi Figure 81 Memory function activated Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Saving position to memory 1 Set the seat s electrical functions to the desired mode LZ abai 2 If not activated activate the seat memory function by pressing the 4018 A Se Mode button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control 18 panel display Mi l 3 Move the joystick to the left or right to select a memory location M1 M2 or M3 A seat icon and memory symbol M for the memory location se lected are shown in the control panel display see fig 82 4 Move the joystick backwards to activate the save function An arrow will appear next to the memory symbol M see fig 83 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in Figure 82 Memory function
78. select Profiles using an external device such as a buddy button To change the Profile whilst driv ing simply press the button fo Figure 43 Jack Sockets 69 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display The control system is on when the display is backlit Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R net has common components which will always A appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 ID ag UT 1 Current Profile B EEN Profile Name Battery Indicator Speed Indicator Figure 44 Drive Screen PON 70 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Locking unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one of two ways Either using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key How the Control system is f locked depends on how your system is programmed KS Keypad Locking To lock the wheelchair using the keypad FUTE o OS played when the wheelchair is e While the control system is switched on depress and hold the On Off locked button e After 1 second the control system will beep Now release the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joys
79. t the armrest from underneath with one hand at the front edge as the screw is removed Be careful there is a risk of crushing 5 Adjust the arm rest to the required angle 6 Fix the setting by tightening the screw B See fig 26 Figure 26 Individual adjustment of the arm rest height angle 59 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Head rest accessory This head rest has expanded adjustment options to give the user optimal comfort The head rest can also be removed remounted while preserving the same setting Removal 1 Undo the handle 3 on the rear of the back rest See fig 28 2 Remove the head rest by lifting it straight up Mounting 1 Mount in the reverse order Figure 27 Head rest with extensive Adjustment of height depth adjustment options 1 Undo the handle 1 on the rear of the back rest See fig 28 2 Adjust the height depth of the head rest as required 3 Tighten the handle 1 Adjustment of angle 1 Undo the handle 2 on the rear of the head rest See fig 28 2 Adjust the angle of the head rest as required 3 Tighten the handle 2 A WARNING Figure 28 Head rest adjustment Do nat put weight on the head rest while adjusting it 60 Settings and adjustments Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Rotatable panel holder The location of the control panel can be adjusted lengthwise for the opti mal driving position It is also possi ble to a
80. tes is ad justed using stop screws under each foot plate 1 Tilt up the foot plates plate 2 Undo the lock nut 3 Set to the required angle by screwing the screw in or out 4 Lock the stop screw in the re quired position using the lock nut A WARNING Do not subject the foot plates to load when adjusting them Risk of crushing Figure 23 The angle of the foot plates can be adjusted using a screw locked with a lock nut 55 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Arm rest height The height of the arm rest can be ad justed for optimal comfort The scale on the back of the back rest shows the current height setting for the arm rests 1 56 Undo the four screws on the rear of the back rest that secure the height of the arm rest See fig 24 Adjust to the required position using the adjustment screw on the rear of the back rest See 24 The scale on the centre of the back rest shows the current height setting of the arm rest Secure the height of the arm rest by tightening the four screws on the rear of the back rest See fig 24 Settings and adjustments Figure 24 Adjusting the arm rest height Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Arm rest angle The arm rest angle can easily be ad justed for optimal comfort 1 Loosen the two nuts securing the position of the adjustment bar 2 Adjust the arm rest angle by turn ing the adjustment bar See fig 25 3 Secure into positio
81. tick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair e Ifthe control system has switched off press the On Off button e Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps e Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps e Release the joystick there will be a long beep e The wheelchair is now unlocked 71 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the KH Joystick Module e The wheelchair is now locked To unlock the wheelchair Figure 46 The Lock Symbol is dis played when the wheelchair is e Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket locked e The wheelchair is now unlocked 72 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Seat functions Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick Some models are equipped with three memory loca tions Each memory location can store the position of the seat s adjustment device This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier 73 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Maneuveri
82. to place and then securing it with the two screws Figure 20 The leg rest cover is at tached using two screws 52 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Settings and adjustments Leg rest Length The leg rest length can be adjusted continuously and secured using two lock ing screws 1 Remove the leg rest cover See description above 2 Undo the leg rest s two inner locking screws See the illustration 3 Adjust the leg rest to the required length and secure by tightening the locking screws d Check following adjustment that the foot plates are fully secured Also make sure there se sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates 5 Replace the plastic cover See Legrest Cover Page 52 LO WARNING Figure 21 Leg rest length adjustment Do not subject the legrest to load when adjusting Risk of crushing A WARNING After adjustment and with the seat lift in its lowest position make sure there s sufficient space gt 25 mm between the floor and the footplate at all time when manoeuvring the legrest in out Perform this test with the user sitting in the chair loading the footplates Using the chair with the footplates set too low might result in personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings 53 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Foot
83. transportation it is essential that you are secured with a three point safety belt that is attached to the floor and a side of the vehicle e Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint 26 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A CAUTION Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather conditions however to minimize the risk of being caught in difficult situations you should avoid using the wheelchair outdoors during for example severe cold heavy rain or thick snow Also bear in mind that certain surfaces on the wheelchair can be heated up or cooled down in the event of prolonged exposure to intense sunlight or cold respectively 27 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Maintenance and Service Carry out only the service and maintenance which are stated in the Owner s Manual All other service and maintenance including programming of the control system must be performed by a qualified service technician authorized by Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products Incorrect settings could result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warra
84. u use the electric seat lift and seat angle functions above all if the wheelchair has been driven under tables benches etc Outdoors you should remember to drive very slowly down steep slopes and to be very careful when driving on uneven surfaces up slopes on side slopes and over obstacles Always observe a good safety distance when driving near edges and precipices We recommend that you do repeated test drives in an environment in which you feel safe so that you are very familiar with how the wheelchair and its accessories behave in different situations before you start to use the wheelchair on public roads and in other public locations 116 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Handling General Driving Check that the control panel is correctly fitted and the joystick is in the neutral position Ensure that you have good support for example the wheelchair s arm rest for the part you use to handle the joystick with Do not just use the joy stick as a support Fast turns and driving on uneven surfaces can interfere with your ability to handle the wheelchair safely A WARNING Always make sure your feet are correct and securely positioned on the foot plates before you operate the wheelchair Use foot straps if needed Failure to do this increases the risk of personal injury Switch on the power by pressing the start key on the control panel Select a suitable driving profile with the PROFILE key if the system is programmed for
85. uctions A WARNING Changing Batteries and Fuses The Main fuse must always be in OFF position when batteries and fuses are replaced Observe care in the use of metallic objects when working with batteries A short circuit can easily cause an explosion Always use protective gloves and protective eye glasses A WARNING Safety Circuits Permobil products are equipped with safety circuits Inhibit circuits prevent the wheelchair from driving under certain conditions Speed reduction circuits limit the wheelchair s maximum speed under certain conditions Limit switch circuits limit the wheelchair s functions under certain circumstances Overload protection circuits shut the wheelchair offin case of an overload The user should stop using the wheelchair immediately and consult an authorized Permobil distributor if any of these circuits should become disabled Any attempt to modify the safety circuits will result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable Such modifications may also void the wheelchair s warranty A CAUTION Recycling of Batteries Used or broken drive batteries should be taken care of in an environmentally correct manner in accordance with locally applicable recycling directions 29 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Filling Air into tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair s tires have the pre
86. w will appear next to the memory symbol M see fig 51 5 Save the current position by moving the joystick forwards and holding it in that position until the arrow next to the memory symbol M disappears Figure 50 Memory function activated 76 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Return to drive mode Press the Mode button one or more times until a stand ard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display see fig 47 R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Figure 51 Save function activated 77 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display 78 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus R NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD COLOR DISPLAY COINS ell ges sees ees A E Charge SOCK Ob erates entre neta UR ia iets Function BURROS EE Jack eer ISP ta Caneel Locking unlocking the Control Gvstem eee eee Seat Iae isla ea 79 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus General The Control Panel consists of a joy stick function buttons and a display At the front of the panel is the Charg er Socket Two Jack Sockets are lo cated on the bottom of the panel Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra Seat Control Panel in addition to the control panel 80 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Figure 52 Control Panel Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Charger Socket A W
87. ways appear and components which will only appear under certain conditions Be low is a view of a typical Drive screen in Profile 1 Clock Speedometer Profile name Current profile Battery indicator Max Speed indicator mmpoopmb 86 R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display 1 Figure 64 Drive Screen Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery Steady This indicates that all is well Flashing Slowly The control system is functioning correctly but you should charge the battery as soon as possible Stepping Up The wheelchair batteries are being charged You will not be able to drive the wheelchair until the charger is disconnected and you have switched the control system off and on again Speed Indicator This displays the current speed setting The speed setting is adjusted using the Speed Buttons Current Profile The Profile Number describes which Profile the control system is currently operating in The Profile Text is the name or description of the Profile the con trol system is currently operating in R net Control Panel With LCD Color Display MISA Figure 65 Battery Indicator zl Figure 66 Speed Indicator Indoor Drive 72 1 Figure 67 Currant Profile 87 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus In Focus When the control system contains more then one m
88. witch off the wheelchair and contact your service contact Write down the information displayed in plain text in the control panel s display and pass it on to your service contact Do not use the wheelchair until the problem has been remedied or you have received other instructions from your service contact 169 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting A WARNING Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair s electronic control system Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work A CAUTION If any part is replaced without Permobil s approval the wheelchair s warranty lapses Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R net control system being opened adjusted or modified without permission 170 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Troubleshooting Example of a screen showing a system fault Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem PM Power module JSM Joystick module Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type Error code The four digit code indicates which protection circuit has been triggered Repair of defective units
89. y and may cause personal injury A WARNING Fixed seat post Adjusting the seat height may only be performed by an authorized service provider See the service manual for more information 22 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A CAUTION Positioning Belt Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident You may even receive further injury from the belts 23 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven 24 Owner s Manual Permobil F5 Corpus Safety instructions A WARNING Transfer into and out of the chair Be sure that the power is turned OFF before entering or leaving the wheelchair and before lifting the control side armrest When transferring into or out of the wheelchair every precaution should be taken to reduce the distance between the wheelchair and the place to which the user is transferring Overextending this distance can cause user to overexert lose balance or fall Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assistance of an attendant Use caution when bending or reaching Never use the joystick as a handhold or point of support Do not use foot plates or armrests as supports when transferring into or out of the wheelchair

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