Amylior Logosilver Topchair User manual

STAIRCASE CLIMBING ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR
SURMOUNTS ALL OBSTACLES
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CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................. 5
2.1. ELECTRO-MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY............................................................... 6
2.2. SAFETY ADVICE FOR MOVING AROUND ON THE WHEELS ...................... 7
2.2.1. AVOIDING RISK OF TIPPING .................................................................................. 7
2.2.2. AVOIDING COLLISIONS .......................................................................................... 8
2.2.3. AVOIDING BREAKING DOWN IN DIFFICULT CONDITIONS.................... 8
2.3. SAFETY ADVICE FOR NAVIGATING STEPS ........................................................ 8
2.3.1. AVOIDING RISK OF TIPPING .................................................................................. 8
2.3.2. AVOIDING RISK OF SLIPPING ................................................................................ 8
2.3.3. USING ‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE.................................................................... 9
III. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOPCHAIR-S....................................................................... 10
3.1. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.......................................................................... 11
3.2. ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC SYSTEM.......................................................................... 12
3.2.1. ELECTRONIC SYSTEM PROTECTION.................................................................. 12
3.2.2. FUSE................................................................................................................................. 12
3.2.3. BATTERIES ..................................................................................................................... 12
3.2.4. CHARGING THE BATTERIES ................................................................................... 13
3.3. CONTROLS AND OPERATION.............................................................................. 14
3.3.1. JOYSTICK OPERATIONS........................................................................................... 15
A. MANOEUVEUR CONTROLS .............................................................................. 16
B. SPEEDS........................................................................................................................ 16
C. HORN ........................................................................................................................ 16
D. CHARGE LIGHT...................................................................................................... 16
E. SPECIAL FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................... 16
F. JOYSTICK WITH LIGHTING KIT OPTION ...................................................... 17
3.3.2. OPERATION OF THE LCD AUXILIARY BOX...................................................... 17
A. MODES OF USE....................................................................................................... 18
B. ON-SCREEN NAVIGATION FUNCTION........................................................ 18
C. ‘ROAD’ MODE ......................................................................................................... 19
D.‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE.............................................................................. 20

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E.‘MANUAL TRACKS’ MODE................................................................................................ 20
F. FRONT WHEEL MOVEMENT ............................................................................... 21
G. REAR WHEEL MOVEMENT ................................................................................. 23
H. SEAT MOVEMENT .................................................................................................. 24
I.VOLUME ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................... 25
J. CONFIGURATION MODE .................................................................................... 25
IV. USE OF TOPCHAIR-S..................................................................................................... 26
4.1. SURMOUNTING OBSTACLES IN ‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE.................. 26
4.1.1. CLIMBING IN ‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE ...................................................... 27
4.1.2. DESCENDING IN ‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE............................................... 29
4.1.3. WARNING MESSAGE IN ‘AUTOMATIC STAIRS’ MODE.................................. 31
4.2. SURMOUNTING OBSTACLES IN ‘MANUAL TRACKS’ MODE...................... 32
4.2.1. CLIMBING IN ‘MANUAL TRACKS’ MODE........................................................... 32
4.2.2. DESCENDING IN ‘MANUAL TRACKS’ MODE ................................................... 35
4.3. MANUAL MANEUVERING ....................................................................................... 38
4.3.1. DISENGAGING THE ENGINE BRAKES ................................................................ 38
4.3.2. ENGAGING THE ENGINE BRAKES ...................................................................... 39
4.4. OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................. 39
4.4.1. LOCKING THE WHEELCHAIR ................................................................................ 39
4.4.2. UNLOCKING THE WHEELCHAIR ......................................................................... 39
V. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 40
5.1. DIAGNOSIS OF THE JOYSTICK IN THE CASE OF ERROR DETECTION ..41
5.2 VEHICULE CLEANING .............................................................................................. 41
5.3. MONTHLY VERIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... 41
5.4. ANNUAL TESTING ..................................................................................................... 41
5.5. REPAIRING A TYRE...................................................................................................... 42
5.6. REPLACING THE BATTERIES ................................................................................... 43
5.6.1. REMOVING THE BATTERIES.................................................................................... 44
5.6.2. REINSTALLING THE BATTERIES ............................................................................. 44
VI. GUARANTEE.................................................................................................................... 45
VII. DISCARDING .................................................................................................................. 46

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Before anything else, we would like to thank you for your condence in our products.
We hope that your new electric wheelchair will bring you much satisfaction.
This user’s guide contains indications concerning the characteristics, use and safety conditions
of your wheelchair. It is important to take note of the afore-mentioned before your rst use
of the wheelchair. If you have questions or if you are not certain that your wheelchair is in
a state of optimal function, contact your dealer.
Every user has different needs, it is the exclusive responsibility of qualied medical personnel
to decide if the model is appropriate for your particular case. We decline all responsibility
where the wheelchair is not suitable to the specic needs of the user.
Some resetting and maintenance work requires specialised technical training and must be
performed by your dealer or an approved agent.
We are not responsible for damages resulting from use contrary to that which is suggested
in this user’s guide, nor for poor maintenance or abnormal usage. Generally speaking, our
responsibility is limited to the replacement of defective parts.
For all questions about this material please contact your distributeur rst. If you wish to
contact us directly, please nd our contact details below :
Logo Silver , 32 Rue de Comboire, 38130 Echirolles, France
Ph (From France) : 04 7621 2219
Ph (Outside France) : [phone]
Pictogrammes and terms used as warnings :
I. INTRODUCTION
DANGER !
Warning of possible physical harm or risk of death
WARNING !
Warning of possible damage to the aparatis
NOTE
Important information and tips
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Information relative to the protection of the environment

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II. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
There is a risk of accident, injury or damage in certain conditions. One should read the
following conditions carefully.
• Do not use the chair under the inuence of alcohol or medication which inhibits your
driving ability
• If needed ask for help from a companion
• Do not sit in or get up from your chair without having turned off the electrical system
in order to avoid involuntarily setting the chair in motion.
• While alighting from the chair, avoid placing both feet on the footrests. This risks tipping
the chair forwards, particularly on sloped surfaces.
• Do not leave the engine brakes engaged while being pushed manually if the terrain is
sloped.
• If you need to stop in an emergency, simply release the joystick, this will immediately
stop the chair. Pushing the on/off button will stop the chair briskly and violently.
• Avoid loading the chair into a vehicle with it’s driver still in the chair.
• If the chair must be loaded into a vehicle via a ramp with it’s driver in place, an assistant
must remain close in case of potential tipping. (while using a ramp, engage the manual
tracks mode).
• Do not use the chair like a seat in a vehicle
• Use a seatbelt for the duration of every usage
• Do not lean forward, to the side or over the top of the chair, especially if the terrain is
sloped.
• In order to transfer to another seat, bring the wheelchair as close as possible.
• Do not connect any electrical equipment to your chair, this operation should be
carried out by your distributor.
• Maneuvering the chair with the rear wheels set in place must not be practiced on a
sloped terrain. This may cause an uncontrolled and dangerous movement if the terrain
is sloped and the front wheels do not realign.
• Do not change from road mode to automatic stairs mode if the terrain is sloped
• If the terrain is sloped you can use the manual tracks mode and manoeuver the
wheeltrack, but it is imperative to raise the front wheel-set and only then the rear
wheel-set.
• In case of doubt, ask a companion who is capable of holding the chair.

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2.I. ELECTRO-MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
The electro-magnetic compatibility of this chair has been tested and conforms to international
standards.
There is however, a risk of electro-magnetic system disruption while in proximity of powerful
powerful electromagnetic rays.
It is necessary to take the following precautions:
• Avoid close proximity to powerful electromagnetic sources ( radio, television,
telephone)
• Verify that your mobile phone and other such devices have no affect. If in doubt, use
only your mobile phone when the chair is off.
• If your chair moves of its own accord or the brakes begin to loosen, turn off the
electromagnetic system immediately.
• Report any and all undesirable movements of your chair, including the loosening of
brakes to your dealer.
DANGER!
This chair has several moving parts driven by cylinders. Be careful that
your entourage does not get hurt. Pay particular attention to small
children whose ngers may be crushed by the wheel retraction and
seat reclining systems.
DANGER!
Use the seatbelt for every usage
NOTE
All safety instructions contained in this notice and all other viably
associated notices must be respected and applied.
This notice must be made permanently available to the user.
NOTE
The addition of electrical accessories may signicantly affect the
electromagnetic compatibility.

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2.2. SAFETY ADVICE FOR MOVING AROUND ON THE
WHEELS
2.2.1. Avoiding the risk of tipping
• Do not attempt a terrain with a greater gradient than that of the maximum capacity
(indicated in the technical characteristics chapter).
• Do not surpass the maximum load capacity of the chair (indicated in the technical
characteristics chapter).
• Do not transport more than one person
• Never exceed an angle on the backrest of 20° while in motion.
• In cases of steep slopes, straighten the backrest.
• In cases of steep slopes, ensure that the automatic stabilizing device is functioning
(LCD box is on and in road mode)
• In cases of steep slopes reduce speed. If necessary switch to manual tracks mode.
• In cases of steep slopes avoid violent braking, turning or acceleration.
• On a slope use a direct trajectory and do not attempt to turn back.
• If a sloped terrain presents a risk of skidding or slipping switch to manual tracks mode.
• Where possible address obstacles at a right angle. Mount the obstacle with both front
and rear wheels simultaneously, without stopping mid-manoeuver.
• Avoid alighting your chair on a slope.
WARNING !
Never attempt to negotiate up or down a staircase in wheels
mode, use instead the automatic stairs mode.
Never attempt to negotiate up or down a staircase in manual
tracks mode, use instead the stairs mode.
WARNING !
Never descend a step or a footpath backwards..

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2.2.2. Avoiding collisions
Reduce speed in busy or narrow passages such as doorways and corridors. Do not use the
Topchair-S in lanes intended for automobiles. Exercise care when crossing the road.
2.2.3. Avoiding breaking down in difcult conditions
Do not journey without assistance into isolated areas or when atmospheric conditions are
very poor.
2.3. SAFETY ADVICE FOR NAVIGATING STEPS
2.3.1. Avoiding risk of tipping
• Avoid descending stairs without having previously climbed them and without being sure
that the height of the steps and the gradient are inferior to the limits specied in the
technical characteristics chapter. In the case of doubt in regards to the gradient it is
imperative to ask for the presence of a helper.
• Pay particular attention on outdoor staircases where the steps often have unequal
heights.
• Never lean out of the seat.
• Begin descents and climbs at a very low speed.
• In the case of a lack of power while mounting an obstacle increase the speed where
necessary.
Before each use, check the correct functioning of the automatic seat inclination system. When
switching to automatic stair mode, verify that the front wheel-set retracts completely and
that the system automatically corrects the position of the seat.
2.3.2. Avoiding risk of slipping
• Do not mount frozen steps
• Do not mount stairs with a slippery covering ( carpets, rugs, linoleum).
WARNING !
In the case of malfunction, immediately inform your dealer.

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• Do not mount steps when they are damp or slippery.
• Verify the strength of the step-nosing strips on stairs, they must be rmly xed with a
rigid xation.
2.3.3. Using ‘automatic stairs’ mode
The ‘automatic stairs’ mode automatically takes charge of the wheel-sets and simplies the
user’s manipulations. However, this mode uses optical sensors. Do not use this mode when
the sensors may provide incorrect information, particularly in the following cases :
• Glass steps
• Open staircases
• Steps covered with highly reective material
• Uneven or decorated steps.
DANGER !
If you must traverse these conditions you will need to use the manual
tracks mode and manually control the retraction and protraction
of the wheel-sets. Follow scrupulously the paragraph pertaining to
obstacle mounting in manual tracks mode.

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Fig. 1
III. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOPCHAIR-S
*: The chair posseses an automatic stabilizing system which maintains a horizontal seat
position. If the chair is in road mode, the user may, for example, incline the seat forward in
order to facilitate loading and transferring.
**: The range of operations of an electric wheelchair depends on the charge of the batteries, the
temperature, the weight of the user, the slope and surface of the terrain, the tyre pressure…
Headrest
Backrest
Seat
Armrest-
Motor disengagement
Driving wheel
Joystick controller
Auxiliary control box
Footrests
Backrest adjuster

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3.I.TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Accessibility interior, exterior and staircases
Conguration 2 rear wheel drive and tracks
General dimensions length: 980 mm without legrest
width: 690 mm
height: 1070 to 1280 mm
Seat height from 500 to 630 mm
Seat width from 430 to 500 mm
Seat depth from 440 to 500 mm
Armrest height from 50 mm to 250 mm
Backrest height from 450 to 600 mm
Battery weight 21.5 kg each
Wheelchair weight 160 kg with batteries
Maximum user weight 110 kg
Speed 10 km / h
Braking distance 210 cm
Turning radius 85 cm
Turn-around width 210 cm
Static stability (on wheels) 9°
Dynamic stability (on wheels) 6°
Slope ability (on wheels) 6°
Maximum slope (on tracks) 33°
Obstacle capacity from 3 to 6 cm (wheels) / 20 cm (tracks)
Autonomy 35 km
Motors 350W x 2 (wheels) / 400W x 2 (tracks)
Gel batteries 24V 60Ah x 2
Electronic R-Net
Electric seat inclination de -3° à +40°
Electric backrest and legrest inclination optional
Battery charging by joystick
Front wheels 220 mm
Rear wheels 350 mm
Suspension front wheel shock-absorbers

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3.2. ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
3.2.1. Protection of the electric/electronic system
The electronic command system of the chair is equipped with a current control device in
order to avoid a deterioration of circuits in the case of a surcharge.
While the motors are subject to signicant efforts over prolonged periods, the power
provided by the device is progressively reduced to avoid overheating. This reduction of power
may continue to the point of completely stopping the chair. This phenomenon happens more
rapidly in hotter atmospheric conditions. It may, in such cases, require several minutes to
regain maximum power.
When the path is blocked by an impassable obstacle and the user insists, forcing the motor
to stall for more than 20 seconds, the electronic system automatically cuts the power.
3.2.2. Fuse
As well as the protection described in the previous paragraph the wheelchair’s entire electronic
system is protected against overload by a fuse situated between the two batteries. The fuse
should not blow during normal use. However, this may happen in cases of weak batteries
and/or excessive loads.
Only replace the fuse after a complete verication of the entire electronic system (paragraph
V Replacing the batteries).
3.2.3. Batteries
The chair is powered by two 12V batteries. The batteries contain an electrolyte gel. The
batteries are sealed, present no risk of seepage and require no maintenance.
They were designed to be uncharged for a long time, this is not the case for automobile
batteries which thusly cannot replace them.
Before the rst use it is necessary to completely charge the new batteries. They will attain
a 90% charge. The new batteries will only attain full power after approximately 10 charges.
The speed of battery discharge depends on a number of parameters : gradient and condition
of the terrain, temperature, tyre pressure, weight of the driver, driving mode etc.
The gel batteries are not considered to be a dangerous product and may be transported
by road, ferry or plane.
It is recommended to charge the chair every day. Recharge the chair even if the batteries
have not lost their whole charge, it has no ill effect on the longevity of the batteries.

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WARNING !
Avoiding risks of electrocution.
Protect the charger from moisture.
Do not use the charger if it falls on the ground or is damaged.
Only use extension cables in good condition.
In the case of a complete discharge, the recharge can take up to 10 hours.
If you don’t use your chair for a prolonged period, it is recommended to recharge the
batteries once a month ( in this scenario it would be useful to put the chair on it’s tracks
while moving the front wheels back and forward to avoid tyre deformation).
Charging the batteries
Use only the charger provided with your chair or a charger recommended by your dealer.
Respect the recommendations of the charger manufacturer.
Do not charge the batteries while seated in the chair.
WARNING !
Avoid placing the charger close to a source of heat ( like a heater or
direct exposure to the sun)
Do not move completely or nearly completely discharged batteries as
this will reduce their longevity
Do not leave the batteries completely discharged for several days as
this will reduce their longevity
Do not perform long charges (usage when only 2 red lights remain)
as this will diminish their longevity
Do not store the wheelchair in extreme heat or cold as this may
diminish its longevity (risk of freezing)

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Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Charging the batteries:
• Turn off the chair by pushing the on/off button on the joystick
• Connect the charger to the joystick rst, the charging socket is on it’s bottom side
(g.2)
• Plug in the charger then turn it on.
• The chair’s power control is inhibited when the charger is connected.
• Once charging is completed, unplug from the mains rst and then the joystick.
3.3. CONTROLS AND OPERATION
The Topchair-S is equipped with an auxiliary LCD box (g.3)
It performs three modes of operation:
• Road mode: Wheel propulsion, standard wheelchair mode
• Automatic stairs mode: The chair automatically congures to mount obstacles
(staircases, steps, footpaths)
• Manual tracks mode: propulsion on tracks (operation reserved for advanced users)
Joystick
Auxiliary LCD box

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6
1
9
5
10
8
7
3
11
2
12
4
The joystick controls the Topchair’s movements with the option of certain special functions
(electric footrest, reclining backrest, eco-mode).
The auxiliary LCD box controls the Topchair’s special functions:
• Control of the stairs mode
• Control of the rear wheel movements
• Control of the front wheel movements
• Control of reclining the seat
• Control of the headlights (if the option is installed)
3.3.1. Joystick operation
To turn on the joystick press the on/off button (1).
It is not necessary to turn on the auxiliary LCD box to use the Topchair-S in road mode
(standard wheelchair).
The lights on the charge indicator must all be lit, conrming that the batteries are completely
charged.
You can adjust your speed by pushing the buttons (2) to slow down or (3) to speed up.
The electronic control of your chair is programmable.
The behaviour of your chair may be modied and adjusted. Your dealer will regulate these
settings according to your requirements and wishes.
Fig. 4 Joystick with lighting kit option

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A. Joystick manoeuvering
The joystick (4) allows you to control the speed (within the range dened by the speed
buttons) and the direction of the chair. The further forward you push it, the more you
increase the speed.
To reverse, pull it backwards, move the joystick left or right to steer. If you push the joystick
completely to the right or left the chair will turn in it’s tightest possible turning circle. Your
chair has the option of being equipped with a reversing camera and screen.
To slow down guide the joystick towards the central, neutral position. To stop, release the
joystick. It automatically comes back to a central position and the chair stops. If there is a
problem press the on/off button (1).
When stopped while using the wheels, the chair is blocked by the electromagnetic brakes,
even on a slope where the authorised gradient limit has not been surpassed ( paragraph VII
technical characteristics), the backrest is at an angle of less than 20° relative to the vertical,
and the seating angle is as horizontal as possible.
The electromagnetic brakes are released manually, which is useful when the chair is being
pushed by a third party (paragraph III manual release).
It is possible to programme the system to render the speed buttons unoperational, or the
user can regulate the maximum speed to suit the environment by pushing the speed control
buttons. The current speed is displayed on the speedometer (7).
B. Speeds
Select the fastest speed mode (3) to increase the maximum speed. The largest value is attained
when the 5 indicator lights are illuminated (7).
Select the slowest speed mode (2) to decrease the maximum speed. The lowest possible
value is attained when only one light is lit on the indicator. (7).
C. Horn
Push the button (5) to sound the horn.
D. Charge light
The charge light (6) is the principal source of user information.
Consult the graph on page 16.
Do not wait for the red lights to charge your chair.
E. Special functions
If the chair is equipped with special functions ( electric headrest and footrest controls), the
‘mode’ button (8) gives access to these functions.

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4
1
2
5
3
Fig. 5
F. Joystick with lighting kit option
Button 9 : hazard lights Button 10 : headlights and tail-lights
Button 11 : Left indicator Button 12 : Right indicator
3.3.2. Operation of the auxiliary LCD box
The LCD box is composed of a screen (4), three buttons (1), (2), (3) and an on/off switch (5).
To turn on the LCD screen use the on/off switch (5).
The button (1) scans to the right of the screen.
The button (3) scans to the left of the screen
The button (2) selects the active zone.
Display Denition
Lights off System off
Lights xed on System on
Full charge if all lights are lit. Less lights indicate a reduced charge.
Lights blinking slowly Weak batteries.
The batteries must be charged as soon as possible.
Lights blinking very
slowly
System on stand-by.
The system switches to stand-by after a determinable time.
To restart the system, press the on button twice.
One or more lights
b l i n k i n g r a p i d l y
Error detection.
See the diagnostic paragraph for the joystick in the case of error
detection and contact your dealer if necessary.

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Fig. 6
‘Manual tracks’ mode,
accessible in ‘road’ mode
‘Road’ mode
‘Automatic stairs’
mode
A. Modes of use
Upon starting the LCD box, 3 modes of use appear.
Use the buttons (1) and (3) to select the desired mode and validate with button (2).
B. On-screen navigation function
The on-screen navigation function works on the active zones principle.
No zone selected: Active zone selected:
‘Automatic stairs’ mode selected:

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C. ‘Road’ mode
In road mode it is possible to select the modes:
• Manual tracks ( see III-2-e)
• Automatic stairs ( see III-2-d)
Also, to act upon:
• The movements of the seat ( see III-2-h).
• The front wheel movements ( see III-2-f).
• The rear wheel movements ( see III-2-g).
• The volume settings ( see III-2-j).
Use buttons (1) and (3) to select the desired mode and validate the selection with button (2).
The representation of the chair changes according to the status of the wheels.
In this mode of operation the wheels are motorized and the seat remains in the automatically
set position.

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D. ‘Automatic stairs’ mode
This mode allows the safe mounting of obstacles and automates seat and wheel movements.
The operational details are provided in paragraph 1 : Mounting in automatic stairs mode.
In ‘automatic stairs’ mode, it is not possible to change mode, or to control the wheels or
the seat position.
You can only manipulate the volume control (see III-2-j)
Use buttons (1) and (3) to select the desired mode and validate with button (2).
E. ‘Manual tracks’ mode
In order to facilitate understanding of manual tracks mode, the chair is represented with
retracted wheels (which is not the case in reality).
In this mode the tracks are motorized.