Decon wheel e-drive plus User manual

User manual E-Drive plus
Decon Wheel AB
2015
Version 1.0

EC Declaration
of Conformity
on of Conformity
ng the following manufacturer:
Decon Wheel AB
Org.no.: 556618-9006
31422 HYLTEBRUK
SWEDEN
Herewith declares that the product
E-Drive part no series:
Is in confo
The manufacturer is exclusively responsible for this declaraon.
ve, including all applicable amendments:
ve - Class 1
Hyltebruk, 2015-12-03
Benny Andersson,
General Manager
MED216
MED224
MEDL216
MEDL224
Södra Ekeryd 115,
- annex VII

Important informaon
Responsibility
Serialnumbers
Decon Wheel cannot be held responsible for product changes made by unauthorized people. We
reserve the rights to make any changes to equipment and/or specicaons.
Serial numbers are located inside the baery box.
Within the rims there is a registraon number with producon year and month.
CE Marks are placed on the motor, baery label and charger label.
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Table of Contents
1. Please Read Before Use 1
1.1. Foreword 1
1.2. Symbols Used in This Manual 1
1.3. Operation Diagnosis Check 2
1.4. Assistive Operation Diagnosis Check 3
1.5. Warnings and Notes for the Operation 4
1.6. Warning Label Location Diagram 26
2. Names of Parts 27
27
28
29
29
30
31
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2.1. E-Drive PLUS 24"
2.2. E-Drive PLUS 16"
2.3. Controller
2.4. Assistant Controller (Optional)
2.5. Nickel Metal Hydride Battery (JWB2)
2.6. Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Charger (JWC-2)
2.7. Lithium Ion Battery (ESB1)
2.8. Lithium Ion Battery Charger (ESC1) 33
3. Before Sitting in the Wheelchair 34
3.1. Inspecting the Wheelchair 34
3.2. Checking Your Clothing 37
3.3. Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery and
Installing the Battery on the Wheelchair 38
4. Riding the Wheelchair 40
4.1. Sitting in the Wheelchair 40
4.2. Moving the Wheelchair 42
4.3. Adjusting and Confirming the Maximum Speed 44
4.4. Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery
during Operation 45
4.5. Other Functions 46
4.6. Practicing Basic Operations 47

5. After You are Finished Riding the Wheelchair 49
5.1. Getting Out of the Wheelchair 49
5.2. Removing the Battery 50
6. How to Use the Assistant Controller 51
6.1. Getting in the Wheelchair 51
6.2. Starting Assistant Travel Mode 51
6.3. After Assistant Operations are Finished 54
7. Handling the Batteries and Chargers 55
7.1. Types of Batteries 55
8. Nickel Metal Hydride Battery and Charger 59
8.1. Features of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery (JWB2) 59
8.2. How to Use the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery (JWB2) 59
8.3. Characteristics and Handling of the Nickel Metal
Hydride Battery (JWB2) 61
8.4. How to Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery
(JWB2) 63
8.5. Refresh Charging the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery
(JWB2) 66
8.6. Charger (JWC-2) Indicator Lamps 68
9. Lithium Ion Battery and Charger 69
9.1. Features of the Lithium Ion Battery (ESB1) 69
9.2. How to Use the Lithium Ion Battery (ESB1) 69
9.3. Characteristics and Handling of the Lithium Ion
Battery (ESB1) 71
9.4. How to Charge the Lithium Ion Battery (ESB1) 74
9.5. The Temperature of the Lithium Ion Battery (ESB1)
during Charging 77
9.6. Charge Lamp Indication 78

10. Wheelchair Transporting and Storing Instructions 79
10.1. Loading the Wheelchair in a Car 79
10.2.Unloading the Wheelchair from a Car 81
10.3.Storing the Wheelchair 82
10.4.Boarding an Airplane 83
11. Using the Wheelchair more Comfortably 84
11.1. Removing and Installing the Unit 84
11.2.Anti-tip Device 87
11.3.Controller 89
11.4. Assistant Controller (Optional) 93
11.5. Clutch Levers 93
11.6.Parameter Settings 93
11.7. Smart Tune Settings 95
12. Maintenance, Daily Check, Periodic Inspection 97
98
100
12.1. Maintenance
12.2.Daily Checks
12.3.Quit to Use E-Drive and Recycling 100
13. Dimensions and Specifications 101
14. Troubleshooting 103
14.1. Before Requesting Repairs 103
14.2.Requesting Repairs and Inspections 106
14.3.Serial Number Location 106
14.4.Warranty 106

Introduction
This is a manual for the “E-Drive”electric power unit for wheelchairs. Before you read this
manual, check which product you are using.
This product consists of the left and right drive units, the joystick-equipped controller, the bat-
tery, optional battery bag, the battery charger, and the optional assistant controller. These com-
ponents, except for the battery and charger, arealready installed tothe wheelchair frame. For
the initial use,the customer does not have touse tools, and so on, toassemble the wheelchair.
Refer to“2.Names of Parts” toensurethatthese components areinstalled tothe wheelchair
that you purchased and that the battery and charger are included. Ifyou visually notice that
any of these components are not installed, are not included, or are damaged before using the
wheelchair, immediately contact the dealer without using the wheelchair.
E-Drive 24"
E-Drive 16"
For information for operating the wheelchair frame and warranty for the frame with which
you are using the E-Drive, see the frame manual.

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TIP
1. Please Read Before Use
Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a practitioner licensed by
the law of the State in which he/she practices.
1.1. Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the E-Drive.
Generally speaking, riding in a wheelchair incurs the possible riskof personal injuryordamage to
the wheelchair from improper use.Depending onthe type orextent of the disabilities of the user,
it might be dangerous to travel unaccompanied.
Before using the wheelchair, be surethatnot only the user,but also the assistant and controller,
has read this manual to assure full understanding.
(1) The wheelchairs onwhich the E-Drive has been installed arewheelchairs for physically
handicapped people, and their legal status is that of a pedestrian. Make sure to adhere to
the traffic rules and manners of a pedestrian.
(2) The E-Drive 24" withstands a load of 125 kg. Use with a total maximum load including
the chairframe weight of 125 kg. The E-Drive 16" withstands a load of 100 kg. Use with a
maximum load of 100 kg. If the frame on which the E-Drive is installed has an even
lighter load capacity, ensure that you do not exceed that value.
(3) To ensure safe use, warning labels are affixed to this product. Make sure to adhere to the
warning labels. Refer to “1.6. Warning Label Location Diagram” for the locations of the warning
labels.
(4) Do not use this product for any purpose other than as an electric wheelchair.
(5) Some of the illustrations in this manual are images of general electric wheelchairs. The
actual product may be different than that shown.
1.2. Symbols Used in This Manual
NOTICE
Indicates that misuse may lead to material damage.
WARNING
Indicates that misuse may lead to fatal or severe injury, or
disability.
Indicates things you must not do.
Indicates correct methods and key points when operating
the product.
Indicates safety-related cautionary information.

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1.3. Operation Diagnosis Check
Depending on the extent of your disabilities, it may be dangerous to travel unaccompanied. Use
this diagnosis check as a guide to determine whether or not you can travel unaccompanied.
You can travel unaccompanied. For your safety, remember to travel carefully.
In situations such as those mentioned in the warnings in “1.5. Warnings and Notes for the
Operation”, be sure to have an assistant accompany you, and pay sufficient attention to safety
while traveling.
(1) Are you able to
move the joystick
and switches on the
controller at your
own will?
(2) Are you able to cor-
rectly perceive visu-
ally the conditions of
the road surface and
your surroundings,
and avoid dangerous
areas?
Diagnosis Check 1
Can operate
both.
Have trouble op-
erating one or
both.
Use this product by hav-
ing an assistant provide
assistive operation.
Diagnosis Check 2
(1) Are you able to op-
erate the parking
brakes and clutch
levers?
(2) Are you able to get
in and out of the
wheelchair, and to
replace the bat-
tery?
Have an assistant ac-
company you.
Can operate
both.
Have trouble op-
erating one or
both.

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WARNING
OBefore using the wheelchair, be sure to assess
your competence and determine whether or
not you need an assistant.
Moreover, in determining the necessity of an
assistant, consult expert opinions as a point of
reference.
If your judgment is based solely on your own
opinion, you or other people around you may
get injured.
Expert
(1) Are you able to correctly perceive the conditions of
the road surface and your surroundings, and avoid
dangerous areas?
(2) Are you able to assist the user to get on and off the
wheelchair, and to replace the battery?
(3) Are you able to provide assistive operation on a manual
wheelchair?
Diagnosis Check
1.4. Assistive Operation Diagnosis Check
Use the diagnosis check below as a guide to determine whether or not you can provide assistive
operation.
If you feel uncomfortable with any of the 3 tasks below, do
not provide assistive operation.

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1.5. Warnings and Notes for the Operation
Please read this manual before using the product.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe and comfortable operation. After reading it,
store it where it can be accessed easily for future reference.
Unless specifically noted, the following information applies to when the user is operating the
wheelchair themselves and when an assistant is operating the wheelchair using the assistant
operations.
1.5.1. Before Using the Wheelchair After Purchasing the Unit
WARNING
OIf an assistant is to accompany you and oper-
ate the wheelchair, be sure to assess his or her
competence.
Moreover, when assessing the assistant’s com-
petence, consult expert opinions as a point of
reference.
If your judgment is based solely on your own
opinion, you or other people around you may
get injured.
Expert
OIf you lack the competence to provide assistive
operation, do not attempt to provide it.
WARNING
OBefore using the wheelchair, be sure to
assess your competence and determine
whether or not you need an assistant.
Moreover, in determining the necessity of
an assistant, consult expert opinions as a
point of reference.
If your judgment is based solely on your
own opinion, you or other people around
you may get injured.
OPractice traveling on a level and safe area
with an assistant accompanying you, until
you are comfortable with the operation. If
you go on public roads while still unfamil-
iar with the operation, you or other people
around you may get injured.
Expert

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1.5.2. Before Use Every Day
WARNING
OPerform the daily checks before use every
day. Make a habit out of inspecting the
wheelchair. Continued use of the wheel-
chair with a problem in the wheelchair
body or the wheels may cause damage to
the wheelchair while traveling, and may
result in a rollover or fall.
OBefore using the wheelchair every day,
ensure that there is air in the tires. Always
keep the air pressure in the rear tires at a
normal level. If the air pressure in the rear
tires decreases, the parking brakes may
become ineffective.
OBefore using the wheelchair every day,
ensure that the anti-tip device is in the cor-
rect position. If the anti-tip device is not in
the correct position, the wheelchair could
fall backward.
OBefore using the wheelchair every day,
check the residual capacity of the battery.
If the residual capacity of the battery is
low, the battery may run out during opera-
tion and it may become impossible to trav-
el in power drive mode.

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1.5.3. Handling the Wheelchair
WARNING
OModifying the unit or its mounting may ad-
versely affect its performance and safety.
Never make any modifications.
OIf the wheelchair has parts that are foldable or detachable, do not operate the
wheelchair with those parts folded or removed.
OWhen lifting the wheelchair, do not hold
movable parts.
ODo not operate with any heavy baggage
hanging over the backrest, or with any
heavy objects in the compartment. The
wheelchair could easily fall backward on
an inclined slope, and may cause you or
other people around you to get injured.
OThe wheelchair may tip over if it is operat-
ed with the anti-tip device removed, folded,
or with the safety wheels facing upwards.
Be sure to set the anti-tip device correctly
and operate the wheelchair with the safety
wheels in the correct position.
ODo not connect any electric instruments to
the battery seat plug. This plug is to con-
nect PC for the Smart Tune software. Plug-
ging other electric instruments like audio
microphone or earphones may cause unit
trouble.
About the Smart Tune software, refer to
section 11.

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WARNING
ODo not hang anything on the joystick on
the controller. It may get in the way of your
operation, or the weight of the object may
prevent the joystick from returning to its
original position, even after your hand has
released it.
In addition, if you put a rubber band
around the joystick, it may get jammed in-
side the controller, causing the joystick to
not return to its original position.
In either case, there is a risk of the wheel-
chair not stopping.
OIn areas with an incline, do not switch the
clutch levers to the manual position. The
wheelchair may start moving unexpectedly,
and may collide or tip over.
ODo not operate the clutch levers while the
wheelchair is in motion. There is a risk of
collision or tipping over.
If you switch the clutch levers to the
manual position while traveling in
power drive, the motor brake loses its
effect and the wheelchair may go out of
control.
If you switch the clutch levers to the
power drive position while traveling in
the manual drive, brakes are applied to
the rear tires. This abrupt braking can
cause your body to plunge forward or
damage the wheelchair.
Clutch
levers in
manual
position
Clutch
levers in
manual
position

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WARNING
ORemoving the battery while traveling
causes the brakes to be applied to the rear
tires, and may cause you or other people
around you to get injured.
OTurning off the power switch while travel-
ing causes the brakes to be applied to the
rear tires, and you or other people around
you may get injured.
OWhile the wheelchair is being operated or
after operation, do not touch the back of
the drive units. During or after operation,
the back of the drive units may be hot. In
addition, if the wheelchair is near a source
of heat, the drive units may become hot.
OWhile operating the wheelchair, be careful
not to get your hands tangled in the wheel
spokes, wheel holes, etc.
OThe wheels of the E-Drive 16" are not
equipped with hand rims. When operating
the E-Drive 16", do not manually drive the
wheelchair by holding its rear tires or
wheels. You may injure yourself.
Back of the unit
(Both side)

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WARNING
OWhen getting in the wheelchair by yourself
or when the assistant has the user of the
wheelchair get in the wheelchair, ensure
that the wheelchair is on a level ground. If
the user attempts to get in the wheelchair
on an incline, he or she may lose balance
and fall off the wheelchair.
OTo switch the clutch levers to the manual position, such as when starting assistant
operations, apply the parking brakes on a level and stable ground, and then with
the power turned off, switch the clutch levers.
OIf you are using a wheelchair with no park-
ing brakes, have the assistant hold the
wheelchair to ensure that it does not move.
Failure to observe the above may cause
the wheelchair to start moving unexpect-
edly, and may result in you or other people
around you to get injured.
ODo not lean out of the wheelchair to re-
trieve an item. Otherwise, you could fall off
the wheelchair or the wheelchair could tip
over.
1.5.4. Getting In/Out of the Wheelchair, Seating
WARNING
ONever ride the wheelchair with two people.
The wheelchair may malfunction or the
people riding it may get injured.
1.5.5. General Operation

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WARNING
ONever operate the wheelchair after con-
suming alcohol or taking medicine that
causes drowsiness.
ONever operate the wheelchair while holding
an umbrella or other items.
ONever tow the wheelchair. Do not use the wheelchair to tow or pull anything.
OIf you want to use a portable phone, etc.,
stop the wheelchair at a safe place and
turn off the wheelchair. Moreover, while
traveling in power drive, keep portable
telephones and other electronic devices
turned off. Otherwise, there is a risk of an
accident.
ODo not operate the wheelchair near a de-
vice that produces strong radio waves. If
the wheelchair is near a source of radio
waves and starts to operate abnormally,
immediately turn off the power, and quickly
move away from that location using the as-
sistant operations or manual operation.
The weak electromagnetic waves emitted
by the E-Drive may affect other elec-tronic
devices, such as automatic doors and the
anti-theft systems of stores. In this case,
turn off the power and operate the
wheelchair using the assistant operations
or manual operation.

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WARNING
ODo not turn the power switch off while
traveling. It causes the brakes to be
applied to the rear wheels in some
cases and may cause you to fall down
from the wheelchair.
ODo not use the wheelchair for trans-
porting luggage or for any other pur-
pose than to provide assistance to a
disabled person.
ODo not ride with clothing that is unsafe for wheelchairs, such as shown below.
If you drive with such clothing, you or other people around you may get injured.
Long scarves Clothing with loose sleeves Pants/skirts with wide hems Bare feet,
sandals, slippers, ill-fitting footwear, etc.
Long scarves Clothing with loose sleeves
Pants/skirts with wide hems Bare feet, sandals, slippers,
ill-fitting footwear, etc.

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WARNING
OWhen the wheelchair is operated outdoors, its legal status is that of a pedestrian.
Make sure to adhere to the rules and manners of a pedestrian.
OOn general roads, be careful of automobiles, bicycles, and pedestrians. In particu-
lar, pay the utmost attention to pedestrians.
OAlthough the wheelchair can be operated
on pedestrian-only roads, it cannot be oper-
ated where pedestrians are not allowed (car
roads, in the middle of a road, etc.).
OIf the road has a sidewalk, operate the
wheelchair on the sidewalk.
OIf the road does not have a sidewalk, oper-
ate the wheelchair on the side strip of the
road where pedestrians walk.
OIf the road does not have a side strip, oper-
ate the wheelchair on the side of the road
where pedestrians walk.
OIf two or more wheelchairs are traveling
together outdoors, the wheelchairs should
be operated in a single line with sufficient
space between the wheelchairs. The wheel-
chairs should not be operated side by side.
OWhen starting off or moving backward, be careful of other people and obstacles
around you.
OIt is extremely dangerous to travel on a narrow street without a sidewalk. Choose
a safer path whenever possible.
1.5.6. Operation on Public Roads
In the following environments and situations, you may need an assistant to accompany you
and to operate the wheelchair for you.
In such cases, have an assistant accompany you. Traveling alone in these situations may
lead to injury.
Moreover, check to see if any dangers such as those shown below exist in the roads you use
on a daily basis. If so, select a route that does not pass through such areas.
Always check the surrounding conditions to ensure safety.

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WARNING
OBe careful not to travel too close to the edge
when traveling on an embankment, etc., of
a road. Depending on the condition of the
shoulder of the road, you could accidentally
move off the road.
OWhen traveling on a sidewalk that does not
have a guardrail, there is a risk of falling
into the street side. Have an assistant ac-
company you instead of traveling alone.
OWhen traveling near a ditch, the tire may
fall into it if there is a gap even if it is cov-
ered. Have an assistant accompany you
instead of traveling alone.
OIf there are any obstacles, stop the wheelchair and check in front of you and be-
hind you for safety before proceeding.
OIf an oncoming vehicle is near, stop the
wheelchair, wait for the vehicle to pass,
and then check in front of you and behind
you for safety before proceeding.
ODo not operate the wheelchair outdoors at
night. Not being able to see the road con-
ditions, you may lose balance and fall, or
people or cars may collide into you if they
cannot recognize you.