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B500/B500-S Power Wheelchair Service Manual

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2. 82 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE The Powerbase of the enAble40 control unit has three multi function inputs that can be used for flexible seat adjustment and speed limit functions The speed limits using the multi function inputs work in the same way as the speed modes they create an interpolation between the respective minimum and maximum parameter pairs of the active profile Profile 1 or 2 Note that the maximum speed of the power wheelchair is always the lowest of the respective applicable speed limits Each of the three multi function inputs has its own programme menu 7 3 13 Multi Function Input 1 Menu Die Parameter im Men Multi Function Input 1 k nnen zur Sperrung der Aktuatoren genutzt werden und oder bieten eine variable Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung ber ein Potentiometer Multi Function Input 1 liegt auf Pin 5 des 14 poligen Steuersteckers Parameter Allowable Description Range Off InhL InhH O Multi Function Input 1 is ignored Spd 1 Locks actuators when input is low 2 Locks actuators when input is high 3 Speed limit depends on the input voltage Act 1 Dir Inhibit On Off Set to On actuator 1 is locked in the positive direction Act 1 Dir Inhibit On Off Set to On actuator 1 is locked in the negative direction Act 2 Dir Inhibit On Off oet to On actuator 2 is locked in the positive direction Act 2 Dir Inhibit On Off Set to On actuator 2 is locked in the negative direction opeed Li
3. fil 12345 Figure 8 Removal of the two part protective cover connections on the controller 1 Control device connector 2 Lighting actuator connector 3 Motor 1 connector 4 Battery connector 5 Motor 2 connector 6 5 Side Panels 6 5 1 Adapting Replacing Side Panels A side panel attachment device is located on the left and right sides of the seat frame The side panels with arm rests are inserted into these adapters The height and position of the side panels can be individually adapted to the arm length of the wheelchair user Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 a Forearm length adjustment Side panel without control panel Steps 1 Loosen the two Allen head screws Figure 9 2 Change the position of the arm rests by moving them forward or back or remove and re place them if required Side panel with control panel Steps 1 Loosen the lock cams in the C profile Figure 9 2 Adjust replace the arm rest and tighten the lock cams 25 Who Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 9 Side panel forearm length adjustment b Upper arm length adjustment Steps 1 Loosen the set screw at the top of the side panel attachment device 2 Adjust the height of the arm rest 3 Tighten the set screw Figure 10 Adjusting the side panel upper arm length c Replacing the side panel Steps 1 Loosen the thumb screw on the side underneath the side panel attachment device 2 Pull the side panel up and out
4. Ensure sufficient ventilation when charging the batteries in an enclosed room Drive batteries can supply very large amounts of energy and may arc if they are short circuited This is why the battery must be disconnected prior to any work on the motor controls or wiring NOTICE Risk of battery damage In order to prevent short circuits always use insulated tools when working on the batteries Prevent deep discharge of the batteries in order to avoid loss of functionality and permanent battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries NOTICE Damage to the battery charger Prevent overheating of the charger during the charging process Ensure that the cooling ribs on the back of the device are not covered Co Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE INFORMATION The B500 B500 S has been tested according to EMC regulations The following particularities must be observed during operation and communicated to the user eThe driving characteristics of the B500 B500 S can be affected by electromagnetic fields mobile phones or other radiating devices Therefore all mobile devices must be turned off when driving e The B500 B500 S can generate electromagnetic fields that can cause interference for other devices Therefore turn off the control unit whenever you do not need it INFORMATION During extended periods of disuse or shipment of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair remove the fuse from the battery case in order t
5. QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 6 1 Adapting Replacing Footrests uu2 u2u020000000000nunnnannann nun nun nun nun nun nn ann nun nn nn 28 5 6 2 REDIGEING INE FOOIDIGAle 2u 2u eine 31 6 7 WNEBIS ee ee sr tata ae tss secs EES 32 6 7 1 Verification of General Condition 2 eese een nn nuu nun nnn nun nun nun nun nun aua 32 6 7 2 Replacing the Casing or Tube for Pneumatic Tyres eene nnn nnn 32 6 7 3 Replacing the Drive Wheel u susu2u0u0ounuaununounuannnnnnannunnnnnnun nn nn an nnn nn nun nn nn nn ann nn nn ann 33 6 74 Replacing the Wheel Flange annon ux anu nau m ERRARE euren nennen euren 34 6 7 5 Removing the Drive Wheel Spring or Changing the Coefficient 35 6 7 6 Installing the Drive Wheel Splash Guard Option eere nnn 36 6 7 7 Replacing the Steering Coasler eoe rd a innen nenne nn EE KE EEEME 36 6 7 8 Replacing the Caster Fork Installing the Curb Climbing Assist or Caster Spring 37 6 7 9 Installing the Caster Swivel Lock Option B500 Only eren 39 6 7 10 Installing the Splash Guard for the Caster Fork Option s 39 6 8 Wheel Lock and Wheel Lock Release 1 1e eese 40 6 8 1 Replacing the Wheel Lock Release 1 1e eese eene nn nana nn nun ana 40 6 8 2 Setting Adjusting the Wheel Lock Release eere eee
6. QUALITY FOR LIFE Parameter Allowable Description Range Actuator 2 Stop 0 12A The driver turns off if the current exceeds this value Current Actuator 2 Stop 3 120s The driver turns off if it runs longer than this period of time Time Table 12 Seat menu 7 3 11 Lights Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Bulb Voltage 0 24V Determines the voltage of the bulbs In accordance with the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations StVZO the bulbs are kept at a constant voltage for consistent brightness Light On Off Permits operating the headlights with half of the bulb voltage Voltage Min Light Cur 0 3A Sets the minimum current for the headlights an error is recognised rent below this current Indicator 1 On Off Permits operating the direction indicator lights with half of the bulb Voltage voltage Min Indicator 0 3A Sets the minimum current for the direction indicator lights an error is Current recognised below this current Indicator Time O 30s Sets the maximum time a direction indicator remains active before out it is turned off automatically A value of O deactivates this function Table 13 Lights menu 7 3 12 Current Limits Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Peak Current 5 75A Delivers a motor current boost Sets the motor current limit effective Limit for the Peak Current Time Sets the effective time for the Peak Current Limit motor current limit Time Limit Limit Table 14 Current Limits menu
7. Tools Allen wrench size 5 mm tJ Ring or open end wrench size 13 Steps 1 Install the frame of the seat tilt installation unit with supplied seat brackets Figure 56 2 Front seat brackets Figure 56 3 Rear seat brackets on the wheelchair frame 2 Fasten the additional cables to the frame with cable ties to prevent them from extending into the adjustment range The cabling is routed from the opening of the top expansion bellows plate along the cable track installed on the right and left Figure 56 4 to the seat module or controller Ensure the cable length is sufficient when the back angle adjustment option is activated and that the cables cannot be crushed 3 Set the magnetic pin micro switch gap Formation A micro switch activated by a magnetic pin Figure 56 5 is located near the front of the lift seat It reduces the driving speed as soon as the lift seat moves from the lower home position The gap between the micro switch and magnetic pin must not be more than 1 mm It is adjusted by turning the set screw on the magnetic pin 4 Connect the additional cable to the actuator 61 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 5 Connect the additional cable to the controller 6 Install the seat back on the bearing plate see Section 6 10 1 7 Fully assemble the seat with side panels footrests etc 8 Program the control unit Figure 56 Retrofitting the lift seat B500 S only 6 13 4 Retrofitting Electric Footrests Opt
8. and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 26 Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 11 Replacing the side panel 6 5 2 Replacing Clothing Protectors Preparation J Remove the side panel Tools J Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Loosen two Allen head screws on the side panel 2 Change the position of the clothing protector or remove and replace it if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 12 Replacing clothing protectors 6 5 3 Retrofitting Arm Straps The arm strap must be anchored in the arm rest rail Tools FJ Allen wrench size 4 27 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Insert lock cams into the track and position them as desired 2 Place both strap ends with eyelets onto the set screw and secure with nuts Figure 13 Retrofitting arm straps 6 6 Footrests INFORMATION For mounting the power footrests please see section 6 13 4 6 6 1 Adapting Replacing Footrests Various footrest systems with the same adjustment and mounting options are available for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair The length and position of the footrests can be individually adjusted to the wheelchair user As an option to the standard version elevating footrests with calf and knee pads may be installed Tools Allen wrench size 5 FJ Allen wrench size 6 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 a Lowe
9. 10 cm Dam aged Bowden cables must be replaced immediately for example if individual wires are protruding or there is a kink in the black sheath Please contact your dealer 6 8 4 Functional Test of Wheel Lock Settings During the functional test of the wheel lock settings please observe the following points and complete the tasks described below 1 Lock the release lever in position 1 2 While driving straight forward at approximately 6 km h release the joystick in its front most position 3 If the wheelchair maintains its current direction during the delay repeat the test on a slope of 10 unless this is limited by information on the nameplate 4 If the wheelchair leaves the current direction adjust the Bowden cable for the opposite side The adjustment process is described in Section 6 8 2 under Adjusting an over tightened Bowden cable 5 If the wheelchair tracks properly in both cases conduct the following test on an even surface Pull the release bolt on the brake housing The lever automatically moves forward into position 2 You should not be able to push the wheelchair with the lever in this position If the drive wheels do not lock loosen the Bowden cable for the side with the wheel that still rotates by turn see Section 6 8 2 Adjusting an over tightened Bowden cable 42 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Turn the lever to position 3 The wheelchair can be pushed easily even when turning If the
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11. adapted to special deploy ment requirements Information about the use of the hand programming device can be found in Section 7 4 1 same parameters as Profile 1 Handcoontrols Spood Modo irvix eA DR Joystick sound amp Display Charger Inhibit Curent Limits nennen Multi Function Inpuls Input T esee oro Runen Inpul Input 3 vera T Compensation Motors amp Brakes Brush Drop Map B ttary _ The controller for the enAble40 control unit contains four complete datasets for all programmable parameters This allows the specialist dealer to stock a controller with four configurations that match up to four different wheelchair models The Configuration parameter determines which of these four configurations is active 7 3 1 Configuration Parameter When the Configuration parameter is changed Powerbase stores the parameters of this con figuration but the hand programming device does not This is why you should disconnect and then reconnect the hand programming device after changing the Configuration parameter so that the hand programming device can download the new settings The hand programming device only stores the data it downloads when it gets connected 74 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Parameter Allowable Description vanae Configuration Powerba
12. d Tail light Steps 1 Loosen the two screws and remove the protective glass 2 Pull the bulb from the socket towards the bottom and replace it Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work INFORMATION During installation ensure that the lug on the bulb engages in the notch on the socket Ensure the protective glass is properly positioned in the housing during installation Tighten the screws for the protective glass thoroughly so that moisture cannot penetrate the lamp Figure 38 Replacing the direction indicator and tail light bulbs 1 Direction indicator bulb 2 Tail light bulb 6 10 Seats A CAUTION Risk of burns in the proximity of fire The back rest and seat of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair are flame retardant but nevertheless flammable Therefore utmost caution near any sources of open flame or sparks especially lit cigarettes is required NOTICE Risk of damage to seat upholstery During any work on the seat the upholstery must be adequately protected against mechanical and chemical damage 6 10 1 Replacing the Bearing Plate Tools O Allen wrench size 5 Open end or combination wrench size 13 Steps 1 Loosen the three Allen head screws identified with arrows 46 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 2 Remove the bearing plate and replace if required INFORMATION The fourth screw in the centre of the plate serves as a stop for the back angle adjust ment Fi
13. different driving and steering characteristics for each configuration This results in 8 combinations 4 configura tions x 2 profiles In practice this means that many additional wheelchair characteristics are instantly available under these two parameters alone Configuration and MyChair since each profile can be set to each of the eleven points in the profile adjustment range This results in tremendous flexibility without the need to change any other parameters 79 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 3 Drive Menu The Drive menu contains the key parameters for the forward and reverse speed acceleration and operating feel of the wheelchair There are separate Drive menus for Profile 1 and Profile 2 Care must be taken to differentiate between the parameters that are affected by the speed limits speed mode settings and the parameters affected by the actual current speed of the wheelchair Parameter Allowable Description Range 1 100 96 Maximum forward speed with speed limit set to 10096 Speed Fwd Min Speed 1 100 Maximum forward speed with speed limit set to O96 Fwd Accel High 1 100 Forward acceleration with speed limit set to 10096 opeed Fwd Accel Low 1 100 Forward acceleration with speed limit set to O96 opeed Fwd Decel High 1 100 Rate of deceleration when the wheelchair is driving forward at high Speed speed Fwd Decel Low 1 100 Rate of deceleration when the wheelchair is driving fo
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15. it runs and how the end stop is recognised Additional parameters permit simultane ous operation of two actuators and determine how the Joystick controls the seat adjustments Parameter Allowable Description Range Actuator Toggle When set to On the joystick can be used as a toggle switch Push Mode ing the joystick ahead or back switches the driver output to the next state e g up down up down When the actuator is started in a particular direction it runs until the Joystick is deflected the mode button is pressed or the actuator reaches its end stop When set to Off the driver output supplies positive current to the actuator when the Joystick is pushed ahead and negative current when the Joystick is pushed back Simultaneous On Off Permits simultaneous operation of both drivers Mode 1 5 Actuator 1 Func Indicates the component operated by actuator 1 on the display tion 1 Back Rest 2 Seat 3 Right Leg 4 Left Leg 5 Both Legs Actuator 1 Speed 0 100 Determines the speed PWM of actuator 1 Actuator 1 Stop 0 12A The driver turns off if the current exceeds this value Current Actuator 1 Stop 3 120s The driver turns off if it runs longer than this period of time Time Actuator 2 Func 1 5 Indicates the component operated by actuator 2 on the display tion same choice of selections as actuator 1 Actuator 2 Speed O 100 Determines the speed PWM of actuator 2 81 OH Rohe
16. must be deflected all the way to the stop gate Center o 20 Determines how far the Joystick must be deflected from the centre Deadband position so that the wheel lock is released and the power wheelchair starts moving At the minimum value of 5 only a small movement is required for the power wheelchair to start moving Throttle o 10 Determines how far the Joystick must be deflected past the centre Hysteresis deadband so that the wheel lock is released The wheel lock is re activated in the centre deadband This prevents the wheel lock from being activated and deactivated in the vicinity of the centre deadband Rotate 80 100 Facilitates easier turns by establishing the steering signal above Deadband which the driving speed is reduced to zero This value is usually set to 93 98 Quick Stop 0 0 1 0s Determines the pause after which the wheelchair accelerates backwards Pause following a quick stop This allows the driver to release the joystick in the centre position without having the wheelchair move backwards otart Delay 0 0 1 0s Delay before the wheelchair starts moving after the joystick is moved from the centre position Throttle This parameter is set to On in order to start the joystick auto calibration Calibrate procedure After completing the procedure the parameter must be set back to Off Carrying out the procedure Set the joystick to the centre position and set this parameter to On The h
17. of the rim 5 Push the valve completely through to the inside of the rim and pull out the tube 32 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 Replace the tube or repair it with a conventional bicycle tube repair kit Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 20 Removing the casing 6 7 3 Replacing the Drive Wheel NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500 B500 S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping The drive wheels must rotate freely Steps 1 Jack up the drive wheels 2 Loosen all four Allen head screws remove the wheel and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work When installing the wheel tighten all four Allen head screws to a torque of 25 Nm Figure 21 Removing the drive wheel 33 Oo Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 7 4 Replacing the Wheel Flange Preparation 1 Remove the wheel Tools CJ Socket size 19 I Puller Steps 1 Loosen the wheel flange screw see Figure 22 2 Use the puller to remove the wheel flange and replace it if applicable see Figure 23 Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work INFORMATION After installation tighten the wheel flange to a torque of 55 Nm Figure 22 Loosening the wheel flange screw Figure 23 Applying the puller 34 Wo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 7 5 Removing
18. screws through the drive unit sustainer from the inside to the outside 2 Secure the oval head screws with two lock nuts Figure 35 Retrofitting rear lights 6 9 2 Replacing Defective Lamps Tools O Allen wrench size 3 O Flat screwdriver narrow a Front lights Steps 1 Fold the halogen lamp with cover forward by pressing the black locking lever on the bottom of the lamp 2 Pull the retaining ring back 3 Pull the halogen lamp back remove it and replace it if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work nrormaTion During installation ensure that the notch on the lamp socket is positioned correctly and engages 44 Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 36 Replacing the front halogen lamp b Front direction indicator Steps 1 Slightly press into the recess at the top of the housing until the lug disengages 2 Fold down the cover 3 Turn the bulb counter clockwise by one quarter turn and remove it Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work During installation ensure that the lug on the bulb engages in the notch on the socket Figure 37 Replacing the front direction indicator c Rear direction indicator Steps 1 Loosen the two screws and remove the protective glass 2 Remove the bulb from the socket towards the front and replace it Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 45 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE
19. setting up the charger close to a window protect it against direct sunlight e Keep the charger from overheating The vent openings on the back of the charger must not be cov ered e Turn off the control unit during the charging process so that the entire charging current flows to the battery e Avoid dust and dirt Only clean with a dry cloth 20 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE The remaining battery capacity determines the range of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair The following factors affect the battery capacity J Ambient temperature J Age of the batteries J Amount of use Charging process Driving for an extended period of time in the lower range of the battery indicator will result in deep discharge and therefore battery damage In addition there is the risk that the B500 B500 S power wheelchair may stop due to zero battery capacity and bring the user into a dangerous situation The information on the nameplate of the charger must match the country specific voltage of the respective power supply network The charging receptacle of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is located on the underside of the control panel Tools Charger provided by Otto Bock Steps 1 Insert the 3 pin charger plug into the charging receptacle on the control panel 2 Connect the charger to the power supply network Charging starts automatically 3 Disconnect the power supply plug after the charging process Is complete 4 Disconne
20. the oscillating cranks with 4 Allen head screws The oscillating cranks are attached to the drive unit sustainer with one screw each Preparation CJ Remove the drive motor see Section 6 16 Tools CJ Socket size 19 FJ Allen wrench size 6 67 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Loosen the hexagon nut 2 Remove the oscillating crank and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work nrormar on When attaching the motors to the oscillating cranks be sure to tighten the bottom screws first Figure 62 Replacing the oscillating cranks 6 19 Accessories 6 19 1 Installing Joystick Accessories Tools O Allen wrench size 6 Steps 1 Slide off the top of the joystick 2 Slide an accessory such as the fork for tetraplegics golf ball stick etc onto the metal pin 3 Mount the accessory by tightening the set screw Figure 63 Installing the joystick accessories 68 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 19 2 Retrofitting Rear View Mirrors Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Attach the rear view mirror to the track on the control panel holder 2 Individually adjust it to user requirements by turning it manually Figure 64 Retrofitting the rear view mirrors 6 19 3 Retrofitting Attendant Controls Standard or contour seat Attendant controls are delivered as an installation kit On the B500 B500 S power wheelchair with the standard or conto
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22. 500 B500 S power wheelchair may be equipped with two gel batteries with a capacity of 63 Ah as an option Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 3 1 Checking and Topping Up the Fluid Level Only for Lead Acid Batteries INFORMATION Check the fluid level in the battery and top it up if required Tools I Flat screwdriver wide Steps 1 Open the battery strap and remove the cover 2 For standard version Raise the battery case slightly higher than the drive unit sustainer and pull it out With drive wheel suspension Pull up slightly on the locking handle at the bottom rear of the battery case and unlock the slide then pull out the slide with the battery case 3 Pull out the fuse 4 Disconnect all cables 5 Lift the batteries out by the handles and set them down on a level surface 6 The fluid level is visible from the outside Compare it against the Min and Max labels on the front and rear of the batteries 7 If the fluid level is too low open the cover of the corresponding cell 8 Add distilled water until the fluid level is between the Min and Max labels Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 5 Pull out the battery case disconnect the batteries 1 Battery case with gel batteries installed 2 Disconnect cables 19 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE A Figure 6 Fluid level indicators battery cell 1 Min Max labels for the fluid level 2 Cover of an individual bat
23. 500 S power wheelchair from Otto Bock They include all information required by dealers to correct functional and mechanical defects on components of the B500 B500 S The knowledge in this service manual is essential in order to work on the B500 B500 S cor rectly and safely This is why this document in particular the section Safety Instructions must be read carefully by all persons working on the B500 B500 S This ensures the functionality of the B500 B500 S is fully utilised 1 2 Intended Use The B500 B500 S power wheelchair is intended for indoor and outdoor individual self transpor tation by persons with limited mobility The B500 B500 S power wheelchair may only be used by persons who have the required physical and mental capacities Any other use Is considered improper use The manufacturer is not liable for any personal injury or damage to property resulting from improper use in such cases the user has sole liability The B500 B500 S power wheelchair may only be used by properly trained persons Training is one of the prerequisites in order to protect against personal risks and in order to operate the B500 B500 S power wheelchair safely and properly Co Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 2 Safety Instructions 2 1 Explanation of Symbols Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury A caution Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury Warnings regarding possible technical damage INFORMATION A
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25. Batteries A CAUTION Risk of injury while working on the battery Smoking and open flame are prohibited while working on the battery Sparks must be avoided Explosive gases can develop while the batteries are charging Observe the safety information provided by the battery manufacturer Wear protective goggles Ensure sufficient ventilation when charging the batteries in an enclosed room Drive batteries can supply very large amounts of energy and may arc if they are short circuited This is why the battery must be disconnected prior to any work on the motor controls or wiring A CAUTION Risk of polluting the environment with battery acid The batteries of the power wheelchair contain a toxic acid They must not be disposed of with regular domestic waste and the battery acid must not enter the sewage water system or ground You must observe the battery manufacturer s instructions printed on the batteries NOTICE Risk of battery damage In order to prevent short circuits always use insulated tools when working on the batteries Prevent deep discharge of the batteries in order to avoid loss of functionality and permanent battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries and battery capacity meter The standard version of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is equipped with two 12 V lead acid batteries with a capacity of 60 Ah During the charging process the water acid mixture rapidly turns into gas The B
26. Drive motor fault Faulty cabling plug contact Defective drive Co Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Display symbol s Error Warning Defect Cause Meosues f Wheel lock fault Open wheel lock Close wheel lock TER w release defective check brake e g the wheel lock Bowden cable Emergency stop Severe fault caused by malfunction in the con trol unit manual control device or drive motor Table 2 Error display 6 Service and Maintenance 6 1 Verification of General Condition CJ Check all safety related components for corrosion repair if required and reapply corrosion protection C Check welding seams Check tightness of screw connections replace thread locking compound if required observe defined torque specifications replace defective screws e g in case of corrosion Check cables for ruptures signs of wear and proper attachment replace defective compo nents according to the cable layout plan C Check cable connections and plug connections 6 2 Fuse Replacement The fuse is located in a small yellow housing with a hinged cover inside the battery case Steps 1 Open the battery strap 2 Remove the cover 3 Open the cover of the fuse housing 4 Pull out the fuse and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 17 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 4 Fuse replacement 1 Fuse housing with open cover 2 Fuse removed 6 3
27. Low Speed Comp is activated Max Motor Volts 20 28 V Sets the maximum current that can be applied to the motor Max Push Speed O 100 Increases the speed accepted by the motor controller algorithm when the power wheelchair is turned off and being pushed manually When the power wheelchair is pushed with the control unit turned off the Powerbase is activated by the generator effect of the drive motor In this case the Powerbase limits the speed of the power wheelchair to the programmed value by short circuiting the motors with PWM Brush Comp L S O 100 Determines the amount of additional compensation due to brush loss at low speeds for front wheel drive power wheelchairs Brush Comp H S 0 100 Determines the amount of additional compensation due to brush loss at high speeds for front wheel drive power wheelchairs Table 18 Compensation menu 8b OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 17 Motor and Brakes Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range On Off Activates the patented Auto Trim function Motor Trim 50 00 Sets the motor trim for straight ahead operation in spite of dif ferences in motor characteristics A value of O means there is no steering correction System Resi 0 600 MQ Sets the actual system resistance motor brushes cables stance plugs used for load compensation and speed limit evaluation It is important to determine this value directly using the motor test described below Motor Cur
28. OR LIFE a MR T i LI I Figure 42 Replacing the seat plate for the standard seat 1 Seat cushion 2 Seat plate 6 10 5 Standard Seat Changing the Seat Height Risk of cable damage Ensure the cables attached to the frame with cable ties are not damaged Changing the seat height of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair requires replacement of the seat brackets At the front the seat brackets are screwed directly to the frame Preparation Og Remove the seat Tools O Allen wrench size 5 Open end or combination wrench size 13 Steps 1 Remove the black plastic caps of the rear Allen head screws 2 Loosen the Allen head screws on the rear seat brackets 3 Loosen the Allen head screws on the two front seat brackets 4 Remove the seat brackets from the seat frame and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 49 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 43 Front and rear seat brackets 1 Front seat bracket 2 Rear seat bracket 6 10 6 Standard Seat Adjusting the Seat Angle without electrical or mechanical seat tilt The two front seat brackets are used to adjust the seat angle These brackets have several bore holes on their lower end The angle of the seating unit is changed by using a different bore hole e g upper bore hole 0 middle bore hole 3 lower bore hole 6 Tools FJ Allen wrench size 5 CJ Open end or combination wrench
29. R LIFE 7 3 6 Speed Mode The Speed Mode menu allows the therapist or dealer to determine the number of modes avail able for selection by the operator and to establish the maximum speed for each mode It is important to note that the maximum speed setting acts like a speed limit potentiometer It adjusts the driving and steering speed and responses as a linear interpolation of the minimum and maximum parameter settings in the profiles the parameter settings are found in the Drive and Steer menus The speed acceleration and deceleration are all affected by the speed mode Example Profile 1 is active and has the following settings Fwd Max Speed 100 96 Fwd Min Speed 20 96 Turn Accel High Speed 80 96 Turn Accel Low Speed 60 96 Selected Speed Mode 50 96 The resulting driving and steering characteristics are as follows Forward speed E 100 96 20 96 50 96 20 96 60 96 Steering acceleration 80 96 60 96 50 96 60 96 70 96 Parameter Allowable Description Range Attendant Speed 0 100 96 Speed limit for attendant control Speed Mode 1 Attendant Speed 0 100 Speed limit for attendant control Speed Mode 2 Table8 Speed Mode menu 79 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 7 Joystick Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Periminter 0 50 Determines how close to the stop gate the joystick has to be moved Deadband before it is recognised as fully deflected At a value of 0 it
30. Recaro Seat Only Tools I Screwdriver FJ Allen wrench size 4 FJ Hand drill I Drill bit size 4 Steps 1 2 N O1 PR C Screw the cross tube to the back of the seat frame see Figure 50 1 Attach the single strap end to this tube see Figure 50 2 Spread the two eyelets so they fit over this tube Insert the screw through the eyelets and bore hole in the centre of the tube and tighten the screw Remove the protective cap from the button see Figure 50 3 Remove the back adjustment button from the back rest see Figure 50 4 Press out the three small plastic nipples from the rear see Figure 50 5 Remove the rest of the covering Of the two holes in the metal plate bore out the top hole for the strap mounting screws see Figure 50 6 Attach both of the other strap ends to these bore holes Install the covering and adjustment button Figure 50 Installing retrofitting the four way chest strap option for Recaro seat only 55 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 11 4 Retrofitting the Lap Belt Option The lap belt is available for both seat models and is attached to the sides in a similar manner as the four way chest strap but not to the back of the seat frame For the standard seat the belt is attached and screwed to the bearing plate with a bracket and eyelet On the Recaro seat the lap belt is attached to the sides in the same way as the four way chest strap Fi
31. Who Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE I Je di B500 B500 S Power Wheelchair Service Manual Clo Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE B500 B500 S Power Wheelchair Service Manual Table of Contents Page 1 General Information nenne 6 1D FOWO une een una 6 L2 Intended USE a illas eee ee 6 2 Safety INSTRUCTIONS een 7 24 Explanation OF Symbols issidein Ero sa ov petu xau tul eva cv on p nE ER rE cua revo UA 7 22 Standards and DIreclives 5 tad ereriva Rod aae cua RR ERR Dr eV duo Doe EU Eo co vp Mida 7 2 3 General Safety Instructions eee esee eese sna ann nun hanh uan nn nun nun ERR NARRA RR ann 7 2 4 Safety Instructions for the Use of Tools and Accessories esee 8 2 5 Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks eee eee a nana nana anna 9 2 6 Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks on Electrical Components 10 2 7 Safety Instructions for Disposal esee eee eene nana nana ann nun nn ann ann nn ann nun 11 2 8 Safety Instructions for Controller Configuration eee eee nnn 11 3 Iransportation and Storage sinne 12 3 1 MGNSDOMGUON TITULUM 12 0 2 SOM GG eC x iiti a usd uci ad Eid Grscivus euiM MUTTER VA dO EE 13 4 Required Tools and Accessories urununununununononununnunununununununnnunnunununununnnnnunnnun nun unun une 13 5 Information and Error Messages esee nnnm nn nun nn nn nu nu nun nenne aun 14
32. able only supplies an accurate value if it was measured with the Motor Test Mode parameter set to On M1 Current M2 Current M1 Voltage M2 Voltage M1 PWM M2 PWM M1 Brake M2 Brake System Resistance Battery Battery Voltage 0 38 V Battery voltage BDI O 100 Battery capacity estimated by the Powerbase Table 21 Monitor menu 7 4 Hand Programming Device The hand programing device allows the impulse controls to be programmed examined and 88 Wo Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE diagnosed Power is supplied via the 4 pin plug of the connected J3 control unit The hand programming device consists of an LCD screen buttons to navigate through the menus and change the pa rameter values and three buttons to set bookmarks There are several versions of the hand programming device each of which can change the parameters for its own and lower levels of access For example the hand programming device can modify dealer service and user parameters but has no access to OEM parameters DISPLAY SCREEN NAVIGATION DATA KEY woo INC DEC KEY Figure 70 Hand programming device 7 4 4 Operating the Hand Programming Device Due to its intuitive functions the hand programming device is easy to operate After connecting the hand programming device wait a few seconds until control unit data have been uploaded The hand programming device may remain connected while operating the power wheelchair in order to exp
33. ased When using lifting platforms ensure that the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is centred on the platform and no parts such as the anti tipper project into the danger area Co Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE A CAUTION Risk due to hazardous materials Hazardous materials may only be kept at the place of work in quantities required for ongoing tasks Regularly and safely remove waste and residue Clean up spilled substances immediately 2 5 Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks A CAUTION Risk of injury due to pinch points For design reasons there are pinch points between the seat and frame of the B500 B500 S Special caution is required during all work on the corresponding components A CAUTION Hazards while working on the wheel lock system Note that there is no braking functionality when the wheel lock is unlocked The wheel lock must only be unlocked in hazardous situations and for maintenance or repairs The corresponding force required tor acceleration and deceleration must come from the person pushing Once push mode is no longer needed the wheel lock release lever must be locked immediately NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks e The B500 B500 S power wheelchair must be turned off and the fuse must be removed for all main tenance tasks This does not apply to the functional tests of the electrical components e Secure the product to prevent it from tipping over or falling e g off the wo
34. assemble all components upon completion of the work 6 3 4 Removing the Battery Case NOTICE Risk of battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries Preparation Remove the battery cover see Section 6 3 1 CJ Remove the fuse see Section 6 2 Remove the battery see Section 6 3 3 22 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 After completing the preparations the battery case can simply be removed and replaced if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 3 5 Reinstalling the Battery Cable NOTICE Risk of battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries Preparation tJ Remove the battery cover see Section 6 3 1 CJ Remove the fuse see Section 6 2 Disconnect and remove the battery see Section 6 3 3 Tools Allen wrench size 3 Open end or combination wrench size 11 Steps 1 Remove all cable ties from the battery cable 2 Disconnect the old main battery cable from the controller for connections on the controller see Figure 8 Insert the new battery cable through the hole at the front of the battery case Reinstall and reconnect the batteries Connect the battery cable at the proper location on the battery Oo of CO Loosen the four Allen head screws on the two part protective cover on the controller and re move the protective cover 7 Connect the new battery cabl
35. at 3 Mounting clamps 6 51 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 10 9 Recaro Seat Replacing the Mobility Base Tools O Allen wrench size 5 Steps 1 Pull the latch underneath the seat slightly lift the seat and push it back 2 Remove the seat 3 Unscrew the seat brackets from the front and rear of the frame 4 Remove both parts of the Recaro mobility base and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 10 10 Recaro Seat Replacing the Seat Attachment Device The seat attachment device of the Recaro seat is screwed to the underside of the seat Tools FJ Allen wrench size 4 Steps 1 Unlock and remove the seat 2 Lay down the seat and loosen the three Allen head screws on each side of the seat attach ment device 3 Remove the seat attachment device and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 46 Recaro seat view of the underside 1 Release mechanism pin 2 Seat bracket attachment front 3 Seat bracket attachment rear 52 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE i lt mo ny IN lin E Figure 47 Unlocking and mounting the Recaro seat 6 10 11 Recaro Seat Retrofitting Seat Modules Option The seat bottom of the Recaro seat modules is attached and removed in the same manner as the complete Recaro seat The modular back rest is hooked into the seat bottom Two corre sponding adapters are f
36. chair comes into contact with the surface it is standing on This is why Otto Bock recommends storage on a suitable surface during extended periods of disuse The B500 B500 S power wheelchair must be stored in an enclosed room Remove the main fuse otherwise there is a risk of deep discharge The storage location must be dry and have sufficient air circulation There must not be any build up of humidity The B500 B500 S power wheelchair must not be subjected to any damaging exterior influences e g rain snow or strong solar radiation during storage Otto Bock recommends storing the B500 B500 S power wheelchair with slightly elevated tyre pressure and to use assembly stands or wooden blocks in order to raise the tyres completely off the ground in order to protect them from frost Regularly rotating the wheels helps to prevent flat spots 4 Required Tools and Accessories Suitable tools and accessories for the completion of service tasks are listed below J Flathead screwdriver blade widths 2 5 3 5 5 5 mm J Phillips head screwdriver size 2 Reversible ratchet handle wrench and sockets sizes 8 20 J Ring or combination wrenches sizes 8 24 Allen wrenches sizes 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 tJ Torque wrench CJ Socket size 19 Puller J Pin punch 3 mm J Plastic hammer J Drill bit size 4 6 mm hand drill J Plastic tyre mounting lever I Inner tube repair kit Side cutting pliers J Water pump pliers gri
37. ck QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 31 Spritzschutz f r Lenkradgabel anbauen 6 8 Wheel Lock and Wheel Lock Release A CAUTION Hazards while working on the wheel lock system Before working on the wheel lock release turn off the B500 B500 S power wheelchair Secure the power wheelchair so it cannot roll away INFORMATION Only mount the wheel lock release while it is unlocked Ensure that the short Bowden cable is at the bottom The Bowden cable for the left side passes in front of the drive unit sustainer 6 8 1 Replacing the Wheel Lock Release The wheel lock release is located at the front right below the seat on top of the frame cross brace Tools FJ Allen wrench size 4 FJ Allen wrench size 7 Steps 1 Loosen the Bowden cables on the drive motors 2 Loosen the Allen head screw on the frame cross brace 3 Open the cable ties 4 Remove the wheel lock release and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 40 Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 32 Replacing the wheel lock release 6 8 2 Setting Adjusting the Wheel Lock Release The Bowden cables are normally adjusted on the wheel lock release housing If the correct setting cannot be obtained by means of the adjustment screw the threaded rod on the other end of the Bowden cable can be moved by approximately 5 8 mm on the drive motor side Subsequently the wheel lock release must be completely readjusted Wh
38. connect the wheel lock release wires 64 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE A CAUTION Risk of injury during tasks that involve lifting Some components e g the batteries frame seat and motors are very heavy When removing or installing such components ensure they are lifted in an ergonomically correct manner Hoisting devices of sufficient capacity must be used where applicable Tools Allen wrench size 5 Allen wrench size 6 Steps 1 Remove the seat including seat frame 2 Remove the lights 3 Remove all components attached to the frame and drive unit sustainer Battery case see Section 6 3 4 Controller see Section 6 4 Side panels see Section 6 5 Footrests see Section 6 6 Wheels see Section 6 7 Brake release see Section 6 8 1 Motors see Section 6 16 Anti tipper see Section 6 17 Bumper bar see Section 6 19 6 Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work INFORMATION Static electricity caused by factors such as friction may lead to electrostatic discharge high voltage with low current upon contact with the wheelchair however this does not represent a health hazard Since this may impair comfort it can be prevented by mounting a ground strap on the drive unit sustainer wheelchair frame Figure 59 Drive unit sustainer disassembled 65 Who Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 16 Replacing the Drive Motor A CAUTION Risk of inju
39. ct the charging plug 5 Turn the control unit of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair on and off The B500 B500 S power wheelchair is ready for operation Figure 7 Otto Bock battery charger The current battery capacity is displayed by LEDs On the control panel the charging status is indicated by an increasing number of LEDs 21 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Possible status indications Display Green LED flashes 1x Low maintenance bottery 2x Maintenance free GEL battery permanently Battery charged to 80 96 Yellow LED is lit Battery is charging Green LED is lit Battery is fully charged Red LED is lit Battery is defective or missing or charging time has been exceeded The battery charger features a programmed recharging phase Once a discharged battery is completely charged after approximately 8 hours the battery charger can remain connected with no risk of overcharging or damaging the battery 6 3 3 Replacing Batteries A CAUTION Risk of injury due to electric current Always remove the main fuse before doing any work on the batteries NOTICE Risk of battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries Preparation Remove the battery cover see Section 6 3 1 CJ Remove the fuse see Section 6 2 Tools Open end or combination wrench size 11 Steps 1 Disconnect all battery cables Lift out the batteries by the handles and replace if required Properly re
40. dditional information on the fitting use 2 2 Standards and Directives All safety information contained in this service manual refers to the currently valid national laws and regulations of the European Union In other countries compliance with the applicable laws and national regulations is required In addition to the safety instructions contained in this service manual the user is required to observe and comply with the BGV Employer s Liability Insurance Association regulations UVV accident prevention regulations and environmental protection regulations All information con tained in this service manual must be complied with at all times without restrictions The B500 B500 S power wheelchair has been constructed in accordance with state of the art technology and is safe to operate The safety of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is confirmed by the CE symbol and the declaration of conformity 2 3 General Safety Instructions INFORMATION Regular maintenance is important it improves the safety and increases the lifespan of the product A CAUTION Risk of suffocation Packaging materials must be kept out of reach of children NOTICE Damage due to unauthorised service Service and maintenance tasks may only be completed by pro perly trained authorised personnel Use only original spare parts for all service and maintenance tasks NOTICE Damage caused by failure to comply with maintenance intervals Otto Bock recomme
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42. e B500 B500 S power wheelchair identifies the following categories depending on the effect of the malfunction on the system I Error J Warning I Defect A warning indicates a status or malfunction of one or several individual components of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair All problems that have ever occurred are saved in a list and can be retrieved e g in case of a general overhaul of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair The saved data can be used to deter mine future service and maintenance intervals for example The following tables show the different status and error messages on the display EARUM ee Cause Measures Controller temperature warning Overheating due to Cool down phase Motor temperature warn excessive load Ing Joystick warning Joystick not in zero position when switching on Hand control device fault Defective Joystick Bring Joystick to zero position before swit ching on Communication error Defective connection Check cabling software alternating flashing signal between the hand or hardware control device and the controller Battery under voltage Deep discharge of Charge as soon as battery possible Battery over voltage Voltage too high Continue driving slowly after full charge and driving downhill Seat tilt motor fault Back angle adjustment Faulty cabling motor fault plug contact Lift seat motor fault Defective actuator connections Electric footrest motor fault
43. e to the controller and attach it with cable ties as before Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 3 6 Installing New Battery Vent Hoses Only for Lead Acid Batteries HINWEIS Risk of battery damage Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries Preparation Pull out the battery case see Section 6 3 1 Pull out the fuse see Section 6 2 CJ Remove the battery see Section 6 3 3 23 Who Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Tools J Ring or open end wrench size 11 Steps 1 Route the battery vent hose through the hole at the rear of the battery case 2 Insert the battery 3 Properly connect the vent hose to the battery Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 4 Replacing the Controller INFORMATION Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the cables INFORMATION For information on connecting the controller please see Section 7 2 Preparation Pull out the battery case see Section 6 3 1 Pull out the fuse see Section 6 2 CJ Remove the batteries see Section 6 3 3 Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Remove the two part protective cover see Figure 8 2 Disconnect all connections on the controller 3 Loosen the two Allen head screws remove the controller and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 24 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE bs i
44. en making adjustments for the first time e g cable replacement the Bowden cable should have very little play before adjusting it Tools J Two open end or combination wrenches size 7 to establish the setting J Two open end or combination wrenches size 8 to make adjustments Lock the adjustment screw every time the setting is changed Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH recommends making adjustments in small increments turn a Adjusting an over tightened Bowden cable Steps 1 Loosen the M5 counter nut SW 8 and turn the adjustment screw clockwise on the wheel lock release housing 2 Check the function of the wheel lock release from the front side b Adjusting a slack Bowden cable Steps 1 Loosen the M5 counter nut SW 8 and turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise on the wheel lock release housing 2 Check the function of the wheel lock release from the front side 41 Oo Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 33 Adjusting the Bowden cable 1 Adjustment screws on the wheel lock release housing 2 Threaded rod for readjustment 6 8 3 Wheel Lock Settings power Repairs and settings must only be made by authorised personnel Replace damaged Bowden cables with new one immediately Correct wheel lock settings are essential for safe driving This is why Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH recommends inspecting the wheel lock every three months To avoid excessive friction the radius of the Bowden cable must not be less than
45. ered as a preassembled unit seat tilt combination lift seat seat tilt 58 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Preparation C Remove the old seat including the seat plate and seat frame see Section 6 10 Tools O Allen wrench size 5 mm J Ring or open end wrench size 13 Steps 1 3 4 5 6 7 Program the control unit Install the frame of the seat tilt installation unit with supplied seat brackets Figure 54 1 Front seat brackets Figure 54 2 Rear seat brackets on the wheelchair frame Install the cables Ensure the cable length is sufficient when the seat tilt option is activated and that the cables cannot be crushed If the lift seat is equipped with a seat tilt option also ensure that the spiral cable of the seat tilt motor is centred on the crossbrace for the lift seat unit and attached with cable ties Figure 54 4 Connect the additional cable Figure 54 3 to the actuator Connect the additional cable to the controller or seat module if applicable Install the seat back on the bearing plate see Section 6 10 1 Fully assemble the seat with side panels footrests etc o9 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 54 Retrofitting the electric seat tilt 6 13 2 Retrofitting the Electric Back Angle Adjustment Option A back frame with crossbrace new upholstery and a back rest actuator are required to install the electric back angle adjustment option The electric back angle adjus
46. eriment with the parameters The bookmark buttons can simplify programming For example when setting the neutral zone of the drive encoder a bookmark may be set on this parameter in the drive encoder sub menu Program Throttle Throttle Deadband and a second bookmark on the display of the drive encoder value Monitor Inputs Throttle Input This makes it easy to jump back and forth be tween the parameter and the display for the value You must press one of the three bookmark buttons for at least 2 seconds in order to set a book mark Briefly press the corresponding button 2 seconds to jump to the saved position 89 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 4 2 Hand Programming Device Menu There are six main menus with additional sub menus Program Monitor Faults Functions Information Programmer oetup Provides access to the programmable parameters Displays values in real time even during operation Displays diagnosis information the error log can also be erased here Provides access to the copy function and the Reset command ManMens Descipion Displays control unit data Model and serial number manufacturing date hard ware and software versions and other devices that may be related to control unit functionality Displays the data of the programming device Model and serial number manufactur ing date hardware and software versions and a list of programmable parameters that ca
47. ested normalised to 100 X axis value of the joystick including the deadband Speed Mode On Off Speed Mode parameter setting Speed Command O 100 Value of the speed limit currently in effect On Off Status of the horn button Status of the hazard light button 87 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Display Display Range Description Headlight Button On Off tatus of the headlight button Charger Button On Off tatus of the Inhibit input Actuator 1 Voltage 24 24 V Voltage on actuator motor 1 Actuator 2 Voltage 24 24 V Voltage on actuator motor 2 Actuator Current 12 12 A Current on actuator motors Lights Voltage on the right hand direction indicator lights NIO Right Lamp 0 24V Voltage Left Lamp 0 24 V Voltage Voltage on the left hand direction indicator lights Turn Signal 0 6A Current on the direction indicator lights Current Headlights Voltage Headlights 0 6A Current on the headlights Current 0 24V Voltage on the headlights Motor Controller 0 5V On Off On Off 40 150 C 40 150 C Input 1 Voltage on Multi Function Input 1 Input 2 Status of Multi Function Input 2 Input 3 Status of Multi Function Input 3 M1 Bridge Temp M2 Bridge Temp Temperature of the power module for drive motor 1 Temperature of the power module for drive motor 2 Motors und Brakes On Of On Of O 600 mQ System resistance as measured by the Powerbase on terminals M1 and M2 This vari
48. gure 39 Replacing the bearing plate 6 10 2 Standard Seat Replacing Adjusting the Back Upholstery Steps 1 Completely remove the back upholstery and readjust remove or replace the hook and loop straps according to individual user requirements Figure 40 Standard seat Back upholstery 47 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 10 3 Standard Seat Replacing the Seat Frame NOTICE Risk of cable damage Take note of the cables attached to the seat frame with cable ties Carefully cut the cable ties with side cutting pliers or a knife Ensure that you do not damage the cables during this process Preparation J Remove the side panels Tools FJ Allen wrench size 5 Open end or combination wrench size 13 Steps 1 Loosen all cables connected to the seat frame by cable ties 2 Loosen the two Allen head screws on the front seat brackets 3 Loosen the two Allen head screws on the rear seat brackets 4 Remove the seat frame and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 41 Standard seat Replacing the seat frame 6 10 4 Standard Seat Replacing the Seat Plate Only standard seats have a seat plate Steps 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Unlock the back rest and fold it forward 3 Pull the seat plate up with a somewhat more forceful tug and replace it if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 48 Clo Rohe QUALITY F
49. gure 51 Retrofitting the lap belt 6 12 Mechanical Seat Function 6 12 1 Retrofitting the Mechanical Seat Tilt An adapter for the gas compression spring is attached to the seat frame of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair Tools Allen wrench size 3 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 Steps 1 Insert the upper end of the gas compression spring between the two lugs on the adapter 2 Insert a spacer between the lug and spring on either side 3 Insert the metal sleeve and screw into place 4 Attach the Bowden cable see Section 6 12 2 o6 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 2x KI Figure 52 Retrofitting the mechanical seat tilt 6 12 2 Attaching the Bowden Cable Preparation Screw the gas compression spring to the intermediate bar Tools J Allen wrench size 3 Steps T 2 3 NOO A 8 9 Hook in the end of the Bowden cable with spring oelect a hole and attach the spring to the bottom of the adapter Position the end of the spring between the two bore holes of the adapter and guide it through the brass bushing Apply spacers to the brass bushing on each side spring has to be centred Tighten the two Allen head screws on the left and right Bring the Bowden cable to the spring from the rear Route the Bowden cable underneath the seat frame and bring it to the side panel from the rear olide the clamp piece of the release lever into the arm pad track Tighten the Al
50. h the product read the instructions for use before inspecting the product The instructions for use are available from the manufacturer see overview of all Otto Bock subsidiaries under Otto Bock Worldwide Addi tional documentation can be downloaded from the Otto Bock homepage under www ottobock de or www ottobock com 2 4 Safety Instructions for the Use of Tools and Accessories A CAUTION Risk of health impairment due to the use of incorrect tools When completing the tasks only use tools that are suitable for the conditions at the place of work and for which safety and the protection of health are assured with proper use Verify proper functionality before use In the use of tools and supplies also consider the ergonomic relationships between the place of work tools and supplies workplace organisation workflow and tasks this Is particularly important in regards to posture during the use of tools and supplies A CAUTION Risk of health impairment due to the use of improper work clothing Ensure legally prescribed protective work clothing is worn A CAUTION Risk of injury during tasks that involve lifting When repair and maintenance tasks must be completed under raised parts or equipment ensure suitable precautions are taken to secure the applicable com ponents against falling Equipment used to raise loads must prevent the load from accidentally shifting in a dangerous manner dropping in free fall or being accidentally rele
51. he knee pad or replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 17 Replacing the knee pad 30 Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE e Replacing the calf pad The calf pad s attached to the footrest tube Steps 1 Remove the footrest 2 Loosen the Allen head screw 3 Remove the calf pad or replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 18 Replacing the calf pad 6 6 2 Replacing the Footplate Various footplates are available for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair As an alternative to the standard version with segmented footplate a single panel aluminium footplate may be installed Tools Allen wrench size 6 Steps 1 Loosen the Allen head screw that connects the footplate to the installation kit 2 Remove the footplate and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 19 Replacing the footplate 31 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 7 Wheels A CAUTION Risk of injury due to worn or defective tyres Replace wheels with PU tyres if the material is crack ing or damaged or when the tread becomes worn down to such an extent that there is only 5 mm of radius left on the outer edges of the tire Replace the casing of pneumatic tyres if it is bald or shows signs of cracking or other damage The B500 power wheelchair is propelled by two 14 drive wheels B500 S 14 fron
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54. ion The electric footrests are delivered as a preassembled unit knee pads optional The footrests of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair are self contacting Preparation J Remove the standard footrests and footrest adapters Tools J Allen wrench size 5 mm J Ring or open end wrench size 13 62 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Insert the footrest adapters for the electric footrests into the seat frame and screw them into place Figure 57 1 2 Insert the electric footrests into the footrest adapters until they lock in place Figure 57 2 The footrests footrest adapters are self contacting 3 Fasten the additional cables to the frame with cable ties to prevent them from extending into the adjustment range INFORMATION Ensure the cable length is sufficient when the footrest option is activated and that the cables cannot be crushed 4 Connect the additional cable to the actuator 5 Connect the additional cable to the controller 6 Program the control unit Figure 57 Retrofitting the electric footrests 6 14 Replacing the Frame Risk of damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks Turn off the B600 power wheelchair prior to performing any work on the frame Secure the product to prevent it from tipping over or falling e g off the workbench NOTICE Risk of cable damage while cutting Take care of the cables attached to the seat frame with cable ties Carefully cut the cable ties
55. len head screw 6 12 3 Retrofitting the Mechanical Back Angle Adjustment A frame with mounting struts which is included in the replacement kit is required for the back rest in order to mount the mechanical back angle adjustment option Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 Two Allen wrenches size 4 57 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Insert the upper end of the gas compression spring between the two lugs in the centre of the back rest Slide spacers onto the brass bushing to the left and right of the gas compression spring Attach the gas compression spring using the brass bushing and both Allen head screws Slide the bolt through the end of the gas compression spring and secure with a retaining ring 2 3 4 Hook the lower end of the gas compression spring into the Bowden cable 5 6 Hook the bolt at the bottom of the cross tube on the back into the adapter 7 Install the Bowden cable and mount it to the arm rest on the left or right Figure Retrofitting the mechanical back angle adjustment 6 13 Electric Seat Functions INFORMATION After new electric seat functions are installed and connected the control unit has to be reprogrammed For more information see Section 7 3 6 13 1 Retrofitting the Electric Seat Tilt Option The B500 B500 S power wheelchair may be retrofitted with a seat tilt option It is integrated into the seat frame and operated by an actuator The seat tilt option is deliv
56. mit Input Sets the speed limit when the input is low or the potentiometer Low contact is set to B This parameter is ignored when InhH is selected first parameter 2 Speed Limit Input O 100 96 Sets the speed limit when the input is high or the potentiometer High 100 K has contact to B This parameter is ignored when InhL is selected first parameter 1 Table 15 Multi Function Input 1 menu 7 3 14 Multi Function Input 2 Menu The parameters in the Multi Function Input 2 menu can be used to lock one or both actuators in order to set a speed limit Multi Function Input 2 is on pin 6 of the 14 pin control unit plug 83 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE ac Allowable Description Range oai O 1 O Multi Function Input 2 is ignored 1 Inhibit and or speed limit active depending whether the input is high or low see next parameter Active Low On Off When set to On the inhibit and speed limit are active when the contact is closed set to B When set to Off these functions are active when the contact is open Table 16 Multi Function Input 2 menu 7 3 15 Multi Function Input 3 Menu The parameters in the Multi Function Input 3 menu can be used for a swivel seat 1 and a related speed limit Alternatively they can be used for a speed limit activated by a switch Multi Function Input 3 is on pin 7 of the 14 pin control unit plug Parameter Allowable Description ee Off Swvl Seat O Multi Function Inpu
57. n anna 53 6 11 1 Installing Replacing the Abductor Option e eere nnn nnn 53 6 11 2 Installing the Headrest Installation Kit Option eere nnne 54 6 11 3 Installing Retrofitting the Four way Chest Strap Option for Recaro Seat Only edis epe oi pun ke rn Pha aries nennen 55 6 11 4 Retrofitting the Lap Belt Option eese eene ann ann ann ann nn una nhau usan rana a aaa 56 6 12 Mechanical Seat Function us icis s cuan accu pe yakx nennen nU RENE Ex ERR E nennen TEE 56 6 12 1 Retrofitting the Mechanical Seat Till 1 eee eese eene n nana 56 6 12 2 Attaching the Bowden Cable teas x Ri erts oou ir REEF E FER 57 6 12 3 Retrofitting the Mechanical Back Angle Adjustment eee nnne 57 6 13 Electric Seat FUNCHONS our een 58 Co Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 13 1 Retrofitting the Electric Seat Tilt Option oes esee eere een nnn nnn nnn 58 6 13 2 Retrofitting the Electric Back Angle Adjustment Option ee 60 6 13 3 Retrofitting the Lift Seat Option B500 S Only 2 eese een nnn nnn nnn 61 6 13 4 Retrofitting Electric Footrests Option eese eene nun nun nun nnn rana 62 6 14 Kebplocino Ine FRAME un 63 6 15 Replacing the Drive Unit Sustainer 2 eese eese nana nna ann nun nn nnn nn 64 6 16 Replacing ihe DIVE MOLOE i
58. n be accessed by this programming device Table 22 Main menus 90 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 8 Maintenance and Service Plan B500 B500 S Customer Re use Year of manufacture Serial no B500 B500 S General Condition Driving report Areas to be maintained Check functionality settings damage or deformation and screw connections for all components listed here OK Damage Replacement ma momoe ooo e mw ww LL Wheel lock release ws 91 OMe Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Maintenance and Service Plan B500 B500 S I u Qu LL BEER 7 Electric seat adjustments Mechanical back adjustment mem NENNEN NEN Lighting adapter Elevating footrest qe d Curb climbing assist Comments Maintenance carried out by Place date Signature 92 Co Roche QUALITY FOR LIFE 94 Wo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Kundenservice Customer Service Europe Otto Bock HealthCare Deutschland GmbH Max Ndder Str 15 D 37115 Duderstadt Tel 49 5527 848 3433 Fax 49 5527 848 1460 e mail healthcare ottobock de www ottobock com Otto Bock Healthcare Products GmbH Kaiserstra e 39 A 1070 Wien Tel 43 1 5269548 Fax 43 1 5267985 e mail vertrieb austria ottobock com www ottobock at Otto Bock Suisse AG Pilatusstrasse 2 Postfach 87 CH 6036 Dierikon Tel 41 41 4556171 Fax 41 41 4556170 e mail suisse ottobock com Otto Bock Healthcare plc 32 Parsonage Road Englef
59. nces A cloth or sponge may be used for cleaning Water must not come into direct contact with the motor Check the operating performance of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair after cleaning INFORMATION The tyres of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair contain chemical substances that may react with other chemical substances e g cleaning agents acids etc 2 6 Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks on Electrical Components NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks e f the driving function is not required turn off the control unit or jack up the drive wheels in order to prevent uncontrolled operation through accidental joystick activation e Water must not come into direct contact with the electronics or battery during maintenance tasks e When attaching plug connections on the controller ensure the contacts are assigned correctly A CAUTION Risk of injury while working on the battery Only use a battery charger supplied by Otto Bock which has been tested and approved for the respective batteries by Otto Bock observe information on the charger Failure to do so can result in a battery explosion and possible impairment of health due to contact with battery acid Smoking and open flame are prohibited while working on the battery Sparks must be avoided Explosive gases can develop while the batteries are charging Observe the safety information provided by the battery manufacturer Wear protective goggles
60. nds having the B500 B500 S power wheelchair inspected and maintained for functionality and operational safety by authorised personnel at least once a year In case of frequent user changes growing children or youths or users with changing clinical pictures the wheelchair should be inspected adjusted and maintained twice a year Oho Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE NOTICE Damage caused by failure to comply with the service documentation Familiarity with the service manual and instructions for use are essential for proper service The service and maintenance manual must be read carefully before commencing work The service manual applies in conjunction with the instructions for use and the spare parts catalogue All docu ments must be used together All safety instructions contained in this service manual and in all further applicable documents are to be observed and complied with They must be available to service and maintenance personnel at all times NOTICE Damage due to excessive heat or cold The B500 B500 S may only be operated in the temperature range from 25 C to 50 C It must not be operated at temperatures outside this range NOTICE Damage caused by overload The maximum load capacity for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is 140 kg The maximum load capacity for the lift seat only B500 S is 130 kg in the standard version INFORMATION Familiarize yourself with the functions of the product If you are not familiar wit
61. nennen nennen een 66 6 17 Installing the Anti tippef nun ee 67 6 18 Replacing the Oscillating Crank uu2u02u000000000nnannnun nn ann nun nn nnn ann nun nn ann ann nun nn ann nun 67 6 19 ACCOSSOTIOS insit ee sie ese ede nern ea eects ee E E 68 6 19 1 Installing Joystick ACCESSOSICS ccccccccsunccucncnusececnucesecasnesenaenenenenaegenecasnenenssanaenssanas 68 6 19 2 Retrofitting Rear View MIFTOFS 5 eter iun nennen 69 6 19 3 Retrofitting Attendant Controls 4 eese eese nana ununi nun nun suu nun nn ann nun aaa ua ua 69 6 19 4 Replacing the Control Panel 2 eese eee sena hanh uaa ununi nun nun nun nun nn ann RR Hanna 70 6 19 5 Replacing the Control Panel Holder 4 eese eese nna au 70 6 19 6 Installing the Bumper Bar B500 Only 1 esee eene nn unn nan nnn 71 7 enAble40 Wheelchair Control 1 eeclesie ener nnn nnn 72 FOE GIUDICE 72 7 2 Installauonaiand WIFHIi ee V Heap cena Eu xr Ener 72 7 3 Programmoabie Parameters iuda euet dede eh eet a a a as 73 7 3 1 Configuration Parameter u0zu000000000200nnnunannnunnnann ann nun nun nn nnn ann nun nn ann ARRA EARN 24A 74 7 332 MyCch lr Parameter ba een 75 1 3 3 DHVE MENU miraririn ea T E E A ee 76 7 34 Steer Menura a I E E ARA AESI TIEA 77 7 320 Hand Controls MENU in E E CES ENDE KYRVEKMMA D Ealeu RH 78 73 60 Speed MOGE vise um mM eee 79 FOF JOVSUCK qim
62. o prevent deep discharge of the batteries due to standby consumption 2 7 Safety Instructions for Disposal INFORMATION If the power wheelchair is no longer in use it must be disposed of properly in accordance with national regulations If a wheelchair is to be disposed of all components and materials of the power wheelchair must be recycled or disposed of properly A CAUTION Risk of polluting the environment with battery acid The batteries of the power wheelchair contain a toxic acid They must not be disposed of with regular domestic waste and the battery acid must not enter the sewage water system or ground You must observe the battery manufacturer s instructions printed on the batteries 2 8 Safety Instructions for Controller Configuration A WARNING Risk of accidents and injury due to incorrect configuration settings Modified parameter settings in the configuration can lead to changes in driving characteristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration braking or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable operating performance with a risk of accidents Always test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair after configuration programming is complete Programming must only be completed by authorised personnel Neither Otto Bock nor the control unit manufacturer are liable for damages especially in combination with special controls caused by programming that was not properl
63. or 1 4 Pin 8 Seat motor 1 Pin 2 oeat motor 2 4 Pin 9 Seat motor 2 Pin 3 B Pin 10 Headlights Pin 4 B Pin 11 Direction indicator light front right Pin 5 Multi function input 1 Pin 12 Direction indicator light front left Pin 6 Multi function input 2 Pin 13 Direction indicator light rear right Pin 7 Multi function input 3 Pin 14 Direction indicator light rear left 7 3 Programmable Parameters A WARNING Risk of accidents and injury due to incorrect configuration settings Modified parameter settings in the configuration can lead to changes in driving characteristics In particular changes to the speed acceleration braking or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore uncontrollable operating performance with a risk of accidents Always test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair after configuration programming is complete Programming must only be completed by authorised personnel Neither Otto Bock nor the control unit manufacturer are liable for damages especially in combination with special controls caused by programming that was not properly professionally adapted to the abilities of the wheelchair user 73 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE The enAble40 wheelchair control features a number of parameters that may be programmed using the hand programming device or 1314 PC programmer These programmable parameters allow the driving characteristics and performance of the vehicle to be
64. orn will sound once Then fully turn the Joystick twice at the stop clockwise or counter clockwise Again the horn will sound once Release the joystick and set the calibration parameter back to Off Table 9 Joystick menu 7 3 8 Sound and Display Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Reverse Beep On Off Emits an audible alarm when the power wheelchair is driving backwards Command Beep On Off Emits a short beep each time a button is pushed On Off Emits an audible alarm when an error is detected Backlight Day O 100 Determines the brightness of the LCD backlight when the headlights are turned off Backlight Night O 100 Determines the brightness of the LCD backlight when the headlights are turned on Table 10 Sound und Display menu 80 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 9 Charger Inhibit Menu The parameters in the Charger Inhibit menu allow the actuator functions to remain active even when a charger is connected One or both actuators can be locked in one direction both directions or neither direction Setting an inhibit parameter to Off allows the specified movement even when a charger is connected The wheelchair driving function is automatically deactivated when the inhibit input is set to ground B Parameter Allowable Description Range Tab 11 Charger Inhibit menu 7 3 10 Seat Menu The parameters in the Seat menu establish which part of the seat is adjusted by an actuator how fast
65. ound on the seat bottom Tools Flat screwdriver Steps 1 Attach the safety plate to the front adapter 2 Hook the back rest onto the seat bottom 3 Attach the front locking mechanism to the rear adapter Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 11 Seating System Options 6 11 1 Installing Replacing the Abductor Option Abductors are available as an option and are attached to the front cross brace of the seat frame with an adapter Tools J Hand drill I Drill bit size 6 O Allen wrench size 4 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 53 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Drill a 6 mm hole in the middle of the cross brace 2 Insert the screw to mount the adapter 3 Insert the abductor holder into the adapter 4 Screw the abductor in place at the desired location Figure 48 Installing replacing abductors 6 11 2 Installing the Headrest Installation Kit Option The headrest holder is attached to the back frame Tools Allen wrench size 3 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 Steps 1 Attach the holder to the top of the back tube with two screws A round back tube requires an adapter plate in order to compensate for the curvature ordered separately The holes are predrilled Figure 149 Installing the headrest installation kit 54 Wo Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 11 3 Installing Retrofitting the Four way Chest Strap Option for
66. pping width up to 32 mm I Liquid thread lock medium strength tJ Handheld programming device Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 2 Tools Figure 3 Hand programming device 5 Information and Error Messages The B500 B500 S power wheelchair displays information and error messages via the enAble40 control unit Error sources in the drive section and in the electric options are indicated by flashing of the corresponding sections in the display s pictograph The hand programming device can be used to make parameter changes The following sections describe the individual displays with the corresponding problem sources as well as the possible causes and resolutions Co Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 5 1 Information Messages Messages are indicated on the display of the control panel The following table shows the information messages on the display Anzeige Display BE Driving menu with speed level and battery capacity Low battery capacity Charging process with drive lock Electric back adjustment Electric seat tilt Coupled electric backrest and seat tilt adjustment Lift seat with 500 S only Electric footrests both Electric footrest left Electric footrest right Drive away lock mp Creep speed B ce 7l Attendant control En N Table1 Information display Oho Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 5 2 Error Messages For troubleshooting purposes the control unit of th
67. r against sliding or tipping The drive wheels must rotate freely The splash guard is screwed to the motor mount Preparation Remove the drive wheels Tools J Allen wrench size 4 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 Steps 1 Hold the splash guard up against the motor mount so that the mounting holes line up 2 Insert two carriage screws through the holes and attach them with self locking nuts Figure 25 Installing the splash guard for drive wheels 6 7 7 Replacing the Steering Caster NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500 B500 S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping The drive wheels must rotate freely INFORMATION When installing the steering caster ensure that the steering caster and drive wheel are aligned 36 OMe Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Tools g 2 x Allen wrench size 4 Steps 1 Loosen the Allen head screw 2 Remove the steering caster and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 26 Removing the steering caster 6 7 8 Replacing the Caster Fork Installing the Curb Climbing Assist or Caster Spring INFORMATION Do not tighten the fork too snugly the fork must be able to turn by approximately 180 at a time The caster forks for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair are supplied as complete units They come standard withou
68. r leg length adjustment Steps 1 Pull the footrest lock lever back and pull the footrest up and out see Figure 14 2 Loosen the two set screws see Figure 15 3 Adjust the length by pulling out or pushing in the footrest tube Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 28 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 14 Unlocking the footrest Figure 15 Adjusting the lower leg length 1 Set screw b Thigh length adjustment This setting is changed on the footrest holder mounted to the seat frame Steps 1 Pull the footrest lock lever back and pull the footrest up and out see Figure 14 2 Loosen the two Allen head screws on the back of the adapter 3 Loosen two Allen head screws on the left and right of the seat frame respectively 4 Disconnect the footrest tube from the adapter or adjust it to a different length Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 29 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 16 Footrest thigh length adjustment c Installing elevating footrests with calf and knee pads Tools O Allen wrench size 3 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 Steps 1 Remove the standard footrest holder 2 Install the footrest holder for elevating footrests 3 Loosen the Allen head screws 4 Remove and replace the standard footrests d Replacing the knee pad Steps 1 Remove the footrest 2 Loosen the Allen head screw Figure 17 3 Remove t
69. remove the control panel holder and re place if required 70 Otto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 65 Replacing the control panel and holder 6 19 6 Installing the Bumper Bar B500 Only The bumper bar is attached to the rear of the battery case Tools Allen wrench size 5 Steps 1 Hold the bumper bar against the battery case 2 Secure with two Allen head screws Figure 66 Installing the bumper bar 71 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 enAble40 Wheelchair Control 7 1 Overview With the enAble40 control unit the B500 B500 S power wheelchair can indicate the causes of error messages on the display Error sources in the drive section and in the electric options are indicated by flashing of the cor responding sections in the display s pictograph The hand programming device can be used to make parameter changes Figure 67 Components of the enAble40 wheelchair control 1 Attendant control 2 Hand control device 3 Controller 7 2 Installation and Wiring h 173 6 8 Dimensions in millmeters and inches Figure 68 Dimensions of the enAble40 wheelchair control 72 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Rear L Turm 6 Rear A Tum 9 Front L Tum gt Front A Turn Actuator 1 Running Lights _ E Actuator 2 E Figure 69 Wiring of the enAble40 wheelchair control 14 pin controller plug The pin assignment of the 14 pin controller plug is as follows Pin 1 oeat mot
70. rent 0 75A Sets the value to which the motor current is reduced if the excess Rating motor temperature limit is exceeded T me at Max 0 255s Sets the estimated time for which the motor can be operated under Current maximum operating current before it overheats Single Brake On Off Allows only activating the M1 brake driver so that two 12 V wheel Drive locks can be connected in series Brake Cutback Sets the value to which the brake coil voltage is reduced after 250 Voltage ms at battery voltage This function saves energy and prevents overheating EM Brake Delay 0 2s Determines the delay time after reaching a speed of zero after which the EM brake is deactivated Swaps and or inverts the left and right motor Motor Test Mode On Off Sets the system to a current limit of 25 A and allows the motors to be blocked so that the motor system resistance can be measured precisely and displayed in the 1311 monitor menu The measured value must be used for the System Resistance parameter described above After measuring the Motor Test Mode parameter has to be set back to Off Table 19 Motor and Brakes menu 7 3 18 Custom Battery The Custom Battery parameter allows any lead acid battery to be installed and the BDI algo rithm to be adapted accordingly Actual use and the discharge profiles affect the settings and overall accuracy of the BDI algorithm The output and type of battery charger also affect the BDI algorithm it must be adap
71. rkbench e Some components of the power wheelchair e g the batteries frame seat and motors are very heavy Hoisting devices of sufficient capacity must be used where applicable e Clean disinfect the product before you start the inspection See the instructions for use for care instructions or specific product inspection information NOTICE Damage due to unsecured screw connections Unsecured screw connections can become loose while using the product Secure screws and nuts The screw connections must be tightened properly after all installation tasks Defined torque specifications must be followed The screws and nuts for many of the screw connections are equipped with thread lock If such screw connections are opened the respective nuts screws must be replaced with components with a new thread lock If new screws or nuts with thread lock are not available use a medium strength liquid thread lock substance such as Loctite 241 or Euro Lock A24 20 NOTICE Risk of upholstery damage During any work on the seat the upholstery must be adequately protected against mechanical and chemical damage The back rest and seat are flame retardant but nevertheless flammable They must not come into contact with open flame or embers Oho Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE NOTICE Damage due to improper cleaning after completion of the maintenance tasks The B500 B500 S may not be cleaned with a jet of water or a pressure washer under any circumsta
72. rward at low Speed speed Rev Max Speed 1 100 Maximum reverse speed with speed limit set to 100 Rev Min Speed 1 100 96 Maximum reverse speed with speed limit set to O96 Rev Accel High 1 100 Reverse acceleration with speed limit set to 100 opeed Rev Accel Low 1 100 Reverse acceleration with speed limit set to O96 Speed Rev Decel High 1 100 Rate of deceleration when the wheelchair is driving backward at high opeed speed Rev Decel Low 1 100 Rate of deceleration when the wheelchair is driving backward ot low opeed speed Tapered Decel 1 100 Speed at which a second more gradual rate of deceleration is cal Speed culated and activated for a gentler stop Drive Softening O 40 96 Higher values result in gentler acceleration Tremor Sup 1 100 96 Higher values result in more pronounced filtering to suppress fast pression hand movements 1 2 3 Quick Stop Multiplier for the rate of deceleration when the joystick is quickly Factor moved from the forward to the reverse position A value of 2 makes deceleration 2 times as fast a value of 3 makes deceleration 3 times as fast The value 1 deactivates this parameter Emergency 60 100 Rate of deceleration when turning off the key operated switch or in Stop case of an error Table 5 Drive menu 76 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 4 Steer Menu The Steer menu contains the key parameters for the turning speed turning accelera
73. ry due to electric current Turn off the control unit of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair and disconnect all plug connections to the control unit power module before performing any work on the drive motors Preparation CJ Remove the drive wheel see Section 6 7 3 CJ Remove the splash guard see Section 6 7 6 Loosen the Bowden cable on the drive motor see Section 6 8 1 Tools FJ Allen wrench size 6 Steps 1 Loosen the wheel lock release Bowden cable on the drive motor 2 Disconnect the motor connection on the controller 3 Loosen the four Allen head screws see Figure 60 identified with arrows 4 Remove the motor and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 60 Replacing the drive motor 66 Clo Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 17 Installing the Anti tipper INFORMATION When mounting a sect tilt front anti tipper wheels must be additionally mounted on B500 S The anti tipper for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair may only be used as a pair one on the left one on the right Tools Allen wrench size 5 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 13 Steps 1 Mount the anti tipper to the drive unit sustainer For models without springs With two carriage screws each For models with springs With two Allen head screws each Figure 61 Installing the anti tipper 6 18 Replacing the Oscillating Crank Each motor is attached to
74. se stores up to four configuration datasets or configurations This parameter is used to select the active configuration A WARNING Risk of accidents and injury due to incorrect parameter selection The enAble40 wheelchair control included in the scope of delivery is preconfigured by Otto Bock Incorrect selection of the Configuration parameter can lead to uncontrollable operating per formance with a risk of accidents Ensure that you have selected the correct configuration for your wheelchair model Parameter 1 A200 Parameter 2 B500 6 km h Parameter 3 B500 S B500 S 10 km h Parameter 4 Skippi Table3 Configuration parameter 7 3 2 MyChair Parameter The MyChair parameter allows the selection of Profile 1 Profile 2 or a blend of the profiles with settings that lie between the two profiles Parameter Allowable Description Range MyChair 1 0 2 0 A setting of 1 0 selects Profile 1 a setting of 2 0 selects Profile 2 All other settings 1 1 1 9 select a blend or interpolation between the individual parameters in Profile 1 and 2 Table4 MyChair parameter Profile 1 Characterised by the settings in the Drive and Steer menus of Profile 1 Profile 2 Characterised by the settings in the Drive and Steer menus of Profile 2 The settings in Profile 2 are more aggressive than the settings in Profile 1 The Drive and Steer menus of the two profiles allow the OEM to programme two
75. signal Recommended initial values are 7596 for front wheel drive 35 for centre drive and 20 for rear wheel drive Rotate Enable 1 100 Protection against tipping prevents excessive steering angles before Speed the wheelchair has decelerated below this value A value of 100 deactivates this function Neutral Rotate 1 100 Rate of deceleration with which the wheelchair decelerates back to Decel neutral from a turn of the Joystick Turn Softening O 100 96 Desensitises the turning response Turn Accel Decel as a function of the current vehicle speed Table 6 Steer menu 77 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 5 Hand Controls Menu The three parameters in the Hand controls menu refer to the hand control device and attend ant controls This menu is followed by four sub menus that refer to the following control devices Speed Mode Joystick Sound amp Display and Charger Parameter Allowable Description Range Auto Shutoff 0 60 min After this period of inactivity the power wheelchair is automatically turned off A value of O deactivates this function off the system and carry out the start up sequence again Attendant Takeover Determines if the hand controller can turn off the system when the attendant control unit is active When the parameter is set to 1 the attendant control unit is the master and the hand controller cannot turn off the system When the parameter is set to 2 the hand controller can
76. size 13 Steps 1 Loosen the screw connections between the seat brackets and the adjustment brackets 2 Push the seating unit up or down until the desired seat angle is achieved 3 Screw the seat brackets to the adjustment brackets Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 10 7 Standard Seat Replacing Adjusting the Side Panel Attachment Device The attachment device is located on either side on the rear cross brace under the seat Tools Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Loosen both set screws 2 Remove the side panel attachment device and replace or readjust as required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 50 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 44 Side panel attachment device 1 Side panel attachment device 6 10 8 Installing the Contour Seat Option The optional contour seat is attached to the seat plate with hook and loop straps You can mount the contour seat on the frame of the standard seot Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Set the seat bottom with hook and loop straps onto the seat plate and press it into place 2 Remove the back upholstery 3 Slip three mounting clamps for the back of the contour seat onto the right and left of the frame respectively 4 Put the seat back in place and mount it with six Allen head screws Figure 45 Back of the contour seat with clamp fittings 1 Frame for back rest 2 Back of the contour se
77. t 3 is ignored 1 Offers a swivel seat function This is used for wheelchairs that have a swivelling seat in order to switch between front wheel drive and rear wheel drive Set to 1 the profile changes from Profile 1 to Profile 2 when input 3 is active see next parameter In addition the motors are switched and the direction of rotation is reversed The MyChair setting is ignored in the swivel seat function 2 Sets the speed limit described below when input 3 is active Active Low On Off When set to On the swivel seat and speed limit are active when the contact is closed set to B When set to Off these functions are active when the contact is open Table 17 Multi Function Input 3 menu 84 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 7 3 16 Compensation Menu Parameter Allowable Description oe High Speed Sets the motor load compensation at high speeds Higher values Comp mean greater suppression of load variations Lower values offer smoother operation Low Speed Comp 0 100 Sets the motor load compensation at low speeds Higher values mean greater suppression of load variations Lower values offer smoother operation Anti Roll Comp 0 150 This parameter affects the ability to control the power wheelchair on inclines ramps or hills Motor torque is generated to prevent motion and hold a position until the electromagnetic brake engages Higher values result in higher torque Comp Speed 0 10096 Sets the speed below which
78. t a spring or curb climbing assist Both items are available as options To install an option the complete caster fork is replaced Tools C Socket size 19 Steps 1 Remove the black plastic protective cap 2 Loosen the nut 3 Remove the caster fork and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 37 Figure Figure Figure 38 27 28 29 Oo Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE Caster fork standard Caster fork with curb climbing assist Caster fork with spring Otto Bock QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 7 9 Installing the Caster Swivel Lock Option B500 Only Tools FJ Allen wrench size 2 J Pin punch Steps 1 Slide the spring onto the thin end of the bolt and insert both into the bore in the frame from below 2 Slide the set screw onto the locking lever and tighten Figure 30 Installing the caster swivel lock 6 7 10 Installing the Splash Guard for the Caster Fork Option INFORMATION When installing the steering caster ensure that the steering caster and drive wheel are aligned The splash guard for the steering caster is attached to the caster fork Preparation J Removing the steering caster Tools Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Hold the splash guard up against the caster fork so that the mounting holes line up 2 Insert two Allen head screws through the holes from the inside to the outside and then tighten 39 Oto Ro
79. t drive wheels and steered by means of two front steering casters B500 S two rear steering casters The B500 B500 S power wheelchair comes standard with 9 steering casters 10 steering casters are available as an option 6 7 1 Verification of General Condition INFORMATION Direct sunlight UV light causes the tyres to age prematurely As a result the tread surface hardens and corner pieces break out of the tread INFORMATION Avoid parking the wheelchair outdoors whenever possible Regardless of wear and tear the tyres should be replaced every 2 years If the wheelchair is parked for an extended period of time or the tyres overheat e g in the vicinity of radiators or in case of exposure to strong sunlight behind glass the tyres may become permanently deformed Therefore sufficient clearance should always be maintained from sources of heat and the wheelchair should be moved frequently or placed on blocks for storage Steps 1 Verify the tyre condition in regards to tread porosity and cracking 6 7 2 Replacing the Casing or Tube for Pneumatic Tyres Both the steering casters and drive wheels have two piece rims that can be separated by re moving the Allen head screws Tools J Plastic tyre mounting lever Inner tube repair kit FJ Allen wrench size 6 Steps 1 Let the air out of the tyre 2 Loosen all five Allen head screws 3 Separate the two pieces of the rim 4 Pry back the casing from the edges
80. ted to the charger by means of tests Note that all voltages are specified in volt per cell The actual battery voltage is equal to 12 times these values 86 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Parameter Allowable Description Range Full Voltage Voltage above which 100 BDI battery capacity is displayed Empty Voltage Voltage below which 096 BDI battery capacity is displayed Reset Voltage Voltage at which the BDI battery capacity is reset to 100 Start Charge 0 3V Voltage above which the battery charging process is recognised Voltage Partial Charge 10 100 The charge in 96 required in order to reset the BDI to a higher value Min in case of a partial charge Rest Voltage overwrites this parameter 0 30 Discharge rate for the battery Higher values apply to larger bat teries that discharge more slowly Charge Rate 0 30 Charge rate for the battery Higher values apply to larger batteries that charge more slowly Table 20 Custom Battery menu Discharge Rate 7 3 19 Monitor Menu The Monitor menu is used by the hand programming device in order to access real time data during wheelchair operation The Monitor menu has six sub menus MONITOR MENU Handcontrols Seat Lights Motor Controller Motors amp Brakes Battery Display Display Range Hand Controls Drive Command 100 100 96 Requested normalised to 100 Y axis value of the joystick including the deadband Turn Command 100 100 96 Requ
81. tery cell 6 3 2 Charging Batteries A WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrect charging profile adjustment When switching from lead acid to gel batteries changing the charging profile on the charger is mandatory see notice on the charger NOTICE Risk of damage due to incorrect battery handling Please note the following when handling the bat teries e Charge the batteries as soon as possible if only one LED is flashing on the battery capacity LED indicator e Do not charge in the green range e During extended periods of disuse charge the batteries of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair weekly e Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH assumes no liability for damage caused by deep discharge NOTICE Damage of or due to the charger Please note the following when using the charger e Only use a battery charger supplied by Otto Bock which has been tested and approved for the respec tive batteries by Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH observe information on the charger Failure to do so can result in a battery explosion and possible impairment of health due to contact with battery acid e Only the battery charger provided by Otto Bock may be used for charging e he information on the nameplate of the charger must match the country specific voltage of the re spective power supply network e Only use the battery charger within the specified ranges of temperature and humidity e Place the rubber feet of the battery charger on a level surface e When
82. the Drive Wheel Spring or Changing the Coefficient NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500 B500 S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping The drive wheels must rotate freely The drive wheel springs are attached at two points At the top of the drive unit sustainer and on the oscillating crank Preparation C Remove the drive wheel see Section 6 7 3 Tools O Allen wrench size 5 J Allen wrench size 6 Open end or combination wrench size 13 Steps 1 Loosen both Allen head screws holding the drive wheel spring and remove the drive wheel spring 2 Install a new drive wheel spring if required or change the coefficient turn the upper plate up or down by hand Turn to the left Greater spring tension Turn to the right Less spring tension Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work Figure 24 Removing the drive wheel spring 1 Upper screw connection 2 Plate to change the coefficient 3 Lower screw connection INFORMATION Make sure that both springs are adjusted equally Factory pre setting is 60 mm from the spindle to the spring plate 35 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE 6 7 6 Installing the Drive Wheel Splash Guard Option NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500 B500 S power wheelchai
83. tion and operating feel of the wheelchair There are separate Steer menus for Profile 1 and Profile 2 Care must be taken to differentiate between the parameters that are affected by the speed limits speed mode settings and the parameters affected by the actual current speed of the wheelchair Parameter Allowable Description Range Turn Max 1 100 Maximum turning speed with speed limit set to 10096 Speed Turn Accel High 1 100 Rate of acceleration in a sharp turn when the power wheelchair is Speed driving at high speed Turn Accel Low 1 100 Rate of acceleration in a sharp turn when the power wheelchair is Speed driving at low speed Turn Decel High 1 100 96 Rate of deceleration from a turn when the power wheelchair is driving Speed at high speed Turn Decel Low 1 100 Rate of deceleration from a turn when the power wheelchair is driving opeed at low speed oteer 1 100 Controls the steering sensitivity in the middle segment of the joystick Sensitivity range This parameter determines how much Joystick deflection is required in order to make small steering corrections at high speed A value of 196 makes the control unit very unresponsive extensive Joystick deflection is required for small steering corrections A value of 100 results in very high steering sensitivity in the middle segment of the Joystick range opeed Steer 20 80 Determines how far the speed is reduced as a function of the steering Map
84. tment option is delivered as a preassembled unit Preparation C Remove the back frame from the bearing plate seat frame see Section 6 10 1 Tools Allen wrench size 5 mm J Ring or open end wrench size 13 Steps 1 Install the bearing plate with the crossbrace of the electric back angle adjustment option Figure 55 1 2 Install the back frame on the bearing plate seat frame 3 Connect the actuator ratchet bolt to the locking mechanism of the crossbrace Figure 55 2 4 Fasten the additional cables to the frame with cable ties to prevent them from extending into the adjustment range Ensure the cable length is sufficient when the back angle adjustment option is acti vated and that the cables cannot be crushed 5 Connect the additional cable to the actuator 6 Connect the additional cable to the controller or seat module if applicable 7 Program the control unit 60 Clo Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Figure 55 Retrofitting the electric back angle adjustment 6 13 3 Retrofitting the Lift Seat Option B500 S Only INFORMATION When mounting a seat tilt front anti tipper wheels must be additionally mounted on B500 S see Sec tion 6 17 The B500 S can be equipped of a lift seat up to 130 kg The lift seat is delivered as a preas sembled unit lift seat combination lift seat seat tilt Preparation C Remove the old seat including the seat plate and seat frame Refer to Section 6 10
85. turn off the system even if the attendant control unit is turned on Key Lock Establishes how a locked system can be reactivated A value of O Function deactivates this function Push and hold the On Off button on one of the two control devices for at least 2 seconds When the button is released the system shuts off and the drive away lock is activated Cancelling the drive away lock depends on the setting of the Key Lock Function parameter When it is set to 1 you have to press the horn button during the activa tion test of the LCD The regular sound of the horn is replaced by a short beep If this process was not completed successfully only the key symbol is shown on the display after the activation test is complete in order to indicate that the drive away lock is still active In order to cancel the drive away lock you have to turn off the system and carry out the start up sequence again If the parameter is set to 2 you have to move the joystick as follows during the activation test of the LCD Push the joystick forward until you hear a beep then backward until you hear a beep and finally to the centre until you hear a beep If this process was not completed successfully only the key symbol is shown on the display after the activation test is complete in order to indicate that the drive away lock Is still active In order to cancel the drive away lock you have to turn Table 7 Hand Controls menu gt 78 Clo Rohe QUALITY FO
86. ur seat they are attached to cross tube on the back rest Two bore holes are provided for this purpose on the left and right of the back tube respectively Tools FJ Allen wrench size 4 Steps 1 Hold the bracket for the attendant controls against the back tube 2 Attach with two Allen head screws Recaro Seat On the B500 B500 S power wheelchair with the Recaro seat the attendant controls are at tached to the headrest Tools FJ Allen wrench size 3 CJ Open end or combination wrench size 10 69 Oto Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE Steps 1 Remove the headrest 2 Guide the metal rods of the headrest through the two loops on the control panel holder 3 Reattach the headrest to the seat 4 Adjust the width of the holder with the two set screws 6 19 4 Replacing the Control Panel Tools J Philips screwdriver Steps 1 Loosen the four Phillips screws on the holder 2 Remove the control panel and replace if required Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 19 5 Replacing the Control Panel Holder The control panel holder for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is clamped to the underside of the arm rest with an iron rail Preparation J Remove the side panel J Remove and set aside the control panel Tools O Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Remove the side panel from the holder 2 Loosen the three set screws 3 Change the position of the control panel holder or
87. wheelchair pulls to one side tighten the Bowden cable on the corresponding side The adjustment process is described in Section 6 8 2 under Adjusting a slack Bowden cable 6 If no deviations are found during the tests described above no readjustment is necessary 6 9 Lighting The lighting is connected to the controller underneath the seat see Section 7 2 for connections The controller is pre programmed It can be adapted to the respective lighting system by pro gramming it using the handheld programming device see Section 8 4 6 9 1 Retrofitting the Lighting The optionally available lighting for the B500 B500 S power wheelchair may be retrofitted at any time a Front lights The front lights are attached to the side panel Preparation J Remove the side panel Tools I Allen wrench size 3 Steps 1 Unscrew the plastic adapter on the side panel 2 Insert the light holder into the outer slots and screw into place see Figure 34 3 Attach the light cable along the seat frame using cable ties 4 Connect the light cable to the corresponding input on the controller underneath the seat Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work j Figure 34 Retrofitting front lighting 43 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE b Rear lights The rear lights are attached to the back of the drive unit sustainer with two holders Tools J Allen wrench size 5 Steps 1 Insert oval head
88. with side cutting pliers or a knife Ensure that you do not damage the cables during this process The frame of the B600 power wheelchair is set on top of the drive unit sustainer 63 OH Rohe QUALITY FOR LIFE Tools O Allen wrenches sizes 3 4 5 6 7 J Ring or open end wrenches sizes 8 13 Phillips screwdriver Steps 1 Unscrew all components attached to the frame Side trim components left right Loosen the mounting screws Bumper Loosen the screws on the drive unit sustainer Rear covering see Section 6 9 1 Lighting see Section 6 9 Brake brake release See Section 6 8 1 o QA O OJ QA Remove cable ties cabling g Disassemble the caster fork see Section 6 7 8 2 Loosen the seat brackets adjustment brackets of the seating unit on each side of the frame and remove them 3 Remove the frame from the drive unit sustainer a Rear Loosen 4 x hexagon head screws b Front Loosen 2 x hexagon head screws 4 Remove the frame and replace if required Cd ca Figure 58 Replacing the frame Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work 6 15 Replacing the Drive Unit Sustainer A CAUTION Risk of injury due to electric current Turn off the B500 B500 S power wheelchair prior to perform ing any work on the drive unit sustainers and disconnect all plug connections between the drive unit sustainer and frame Before removing the motors dis
89. y professionally adapted to the abilities of the wheelchair user 11 Who Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 3 Transportation and Storage The following environmental conditions apply to transportation and storage Ambient temperature 40 C to 65 C 3 1 Transportation A CAUTION Risk of accidents due to insufficient fastening The B500 B500 S power wheelchair must be properly fastened to the transportation vehicle in order to secure it against shifting e g with tensioning straps NOTICE Damage due to falling The maximum net weight of the B500 B500 S power wheelchair is 95 kg Hoisting and transportation devices used for transportation must have a sufficient capacity Secure the B500 B500 S power wheelchair inside the transportation vehicle e g using tension ing straps In order to do so use the eyebolts at the front and back of the power wheelchair and the defined mounting points in the transportation vehicle Before transporting the power wheelchair switch off the control unit and engage the wheel lock You can reduce the size of the power wheelchair for transportation by folding down the back rest and removing the side panels and footrests Pe pi P sts i ien L ha Figure 1 Eyebolts 1 Eyebolts rear 2 Eyebolts front Wo Rock QUALITY FOR LIFE 3 2 Storage INFORMATION If B500 B500 S power wheelchair is not moved for several days permanent colour changes may oc cur where the wheel

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