Otto Bock ScoutCrawler User manual

Instructions for Use
ScoutCrawler

Additional Options – ScoutCrawler
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle can be equipped with the following additional options (applicable options are checked):
Electronic drive-away lock*
[ ] Function enabled [ ] Function disabled
If enabled, the function is activated by pressing the [On/Off] button on the control panel.
[ ] The function is deactivated with the joystick. [ ] The function is deactivated with the [Horn] button.
*See the chapter "Usage" for more information.

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Foreword 1 5...............................................................
Application2 5............................................................
Intended Use2.1 5....................................................
Area of Application2.2 6............................................
Product Description3 6.............................................
Function3.1 6..........................................................
Product Overview3.2 7..............................................
Safety4 7.....................................................................
Explanation of Warning Symbols4.1 7.........................
General Safety Instructions4.2 7................................
Reference to additional safety instructions4.3 8............
Rating plate and warning labels4.4 9..........................
Rating plate4.4.1 9......................................................
Warning labels4.4.2 10................................................
Delivery5 12................................................................
Scope of supply5.1 12..............................................
Storage5.2 12..........................................................
During Daily Use5.2.1 12.............................................
For Extended Disuse5.2.2 12........................................
Preparation for Use6 13............................................
Safety Instructions6.1 13...........................................
Initial Operation6.2 13..............................................
Adjustments6.3 14....................................................
Prerequisites6.3.1 14..................................................
Adjusting the Stops6.3.2 14.........................................
Adjusting the Armrests6.3.3 15.....................................
Adjusting the Control Panel6.3.4 16..............................
Changing Control Unit Parameters6.3.5 16....................
Usage7 17...................................................................
Combining the Wheelchair and ScoutCrawler7.1 17....
Control Unit7.2 19....................................................
Control Panel7.2.1 20..................................................
Buttons and Display Functions7.2.2 21..........................
Driving Functions7.3 23............................................
Safety Instructions7.3.1 23...........................................
Driving Notes7.3.2 26..................................................
Switching On and Off7.3.3 27......................................
Selecting the Speed Levels7.3.4 27..............................
Driving7.3.5 28...........................................................
Drive-Away Lock7.3.6 28.............................................
Batteries/charging process7.4 30...............................
Safety Instructions7.4.1 30...........................................
General Information7.4.2 31.........................................
Notes on Charging the Battery Pack7.4.3 31..................
Battery charger7.4.4 32...............................................
Table of contents
Table of contents

Charging the Battery7.4.5 32........................................
Charging via the Control Panel7.4.5.1 33.........................
Charging Outside the Outdoor Vehicle7.4.5.2 34..............
Charging after Deep Discharge7.4.5.3 36.........................
Disassembly/transport7.5 36.....................................
Safety Instructions7.5.1 36...........................................
Transportation7.5.2 37.................................................
Separating the ScoutCrawler and Wheelchair7.5.2.1 37.....
Reducing the Packing Size7.5.2.2 37...............................
Stowing the Outdoor Vehicle7.5.2.3 39............................
Use in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle7.6 39.............
Care7.7 40..............................................................
Safety Instructions7.7.1 40...........................................
Cleaning7.7.2 40........................................................
Maintenance/Repair8 40..........................................
Safety Instructions8.1 40...........................................
Maintenance8.2 40...................................................
Maintenance Intervals8.2.1 41......................................
Checking the Track Tension8.2.2 42.............................
Repair8.3 43............................................................
Tightening the crawler tracks8.3.1 43............................
Replacing the battery8.3.2 43.......................................
Replacing the Crawler Tracks8.3.3 43...........................
Troubleshooting8.4 44..............................................
Types of notifications8.4.1 44.......................................
Control Unit Fault Overview8.4.2 45..............................
Disposal9 47...............................................................
Information on Re-Use9.1 47.....................................
Legal Information10 47...............................................
Liability10.1 47..........................................................
CE Conformity10.2 47................................................
Warranty terms10.3 47...............................................
Appendices11 48..........................................................
Technical Data11.1 48................................................
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Table of contents

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Date of the last update: 2012-07-18
►Please read this document carefully.
►Follow the safety instructions.
INFORMATION
►These instructions for use (user) can be viewed and
downloaded from the homepage www.ottobock.com. It
is possible to increase the display size of the PDF doc
ument stored there.
►Please note that the instructions for use are revised
regularly. The latest version can be viewed and down
loaded on the respective product page at
www.ottobock.com.
►For further questions about the instructions for use
(user), please contact the qualified personnel who
issued the product to you.
These instructions for use explain the functions and opera
tion of the ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle as well as the
adaptation of the manual wheelchair, and contain further
information for optimum use and initial support if service is
required.
Be sure to read these instructions for use before you start
using the outdoor vehicle. In particular, please observe the
information in the chapters "Safety" and "Usage".
Please note the following:
• If questions or problems arise which cannot be resolved
despite reading the instructions for use, please contact
the authorised personnel that delivered your outdoor
vehicle, or Ottobock Service (address inside back cov
er).
• All users and/or attendants must be instructed in the use
of the product with the aid of these instructions for use.
In particular, the user(s) and/or attendant(s) must be
informed of the residual risk with the aid of the safety
instructions in these instructions for use.
• The outdoor vehicle was fitted to the user's require
ments. Further changes may be made only by author
ised personnel.
• The operational safety of the outdoor vehicle can only be
ensured if it is used properly in accordance with the
information contained in these instructions for use. The
user is ultimately responsible for accident-free opera
tion.
• We reserve the right to make technical changes to the
model described in these instructions for use.
2 Application
2.1 Intended Use
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is only intended for out
door use with an adapted manual wheelchair.
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Foreword

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The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is not suitable for use in
public road traffic.
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is intended solely for per
sonal use as a means of transport operated by people who
are unable to walk or have a walking impediment due to:
• Paralysis (tetraplegia, paraplegia, hemiplegia, multiple
sclerosis, spina bifida, cerebral palsy (limited))
• Loss of limbs
• Limb defect/deformation
• Joint contractures/defects (polyarthritis, polyarthrosis)
• Diseases such as cardiac/circulatory insufficiency
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle may only be used with
components/options listed on the product order form.
Ottobock assumes no liability for combinations with
accessories from other manufacturers.
The operational safety of the product can only be ensured if
it is used properly in accordance with the information con
tained in these instructions for use. The user is ultimately
responsible for accident-free operation.
2.2 Area of Application
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle can be combined, at the
factory, with most manual wheelchairs commonly available
in the market.
The individual fitting depends on the following factors:
• Body size and body weight (max. load capacity: 145kg)
• Positioning of the user in the manual wheelchair (the
user's limbs must not extend beyond the dimensions of
the outdoor vehicle)
• Width of the manual wheelchair (max. drive-in width:
665mm)
• Physical and mental condition of the user
3 Product Description
3.1 Function
The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is a power add-on drive
for manual wheelchairs, suitable for outdoor use on challen
ging ground conditions (e.g. sand, snow, gravel, grass).
The manual wheelchair is secured on the ScoutCrawler out
door vehicle with two tyre mounting points and three belt
straps with carabiners.
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3.2 Product Overview
Fig. 1 ScoutCrawler with accessories
1 Armrests 7 Battery charger
2 Transport case 8 Charging cable for external charging
3 enAble 40 control panel 9 Tool kit
4 Track drive 10 Battery pack
5 Battery case 11 Loading ramps
6 Cover cap
4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols
WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of severe
accident or injury.
CAUTION Warnings regarding possible risks of acci
dent or injury.
NOTICE Warnings regarding possible technical dam
age.
4.2 General Safety Instructions
WARNING
Improper product operation
Falling, tipping over, collision due to user error
►The product may only be used by a qualified user.
►As a user or attendant, you must be trained in the use
of the product by qualified personnel instructed by the
manufacturer.
►Read the entire instructions for use.
►The product may not be used in case of exhaustion or
under the influence of alcohol or medications.
►The product may not be used by users who have any
mental limitations which can temporarily or perman
ently limit attentiveness and judgement.
Safety

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WARNING
Failure to heed or observe the safety instructions
Risk of pinching, crushing, being pulled in, tipping, falling
►Observe all safety instructions in these instructions for
use and in all other applicable documents.
WARNING
Improper use of the product
Risk of pinching, crushing, being pulled in, tipping, falling
►Only use this product for its original intended purpose.
►Only one person may be transported with the product
at any one time.
CAUTION
Extreme temperatures
Risk of hypothermia or burns on components, failure of
components
►Do not expose the product to any extreme temperat
ures (e.g. direct sunlight, extreme cold).
NOTICE
Overloading
Damage to the product
►Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of 145 kg
(120 kg user weight + max. 25 kg manual wheelchair)
NOTICE
Use under incorrect environmental conditions
Damage to the product
►Only use the product within a temperature range of -15
°C to +50 °C.
4.3 Reference to additional safety instructions
Observe additional safety instructions in the following
chapters:
• Chapter "Preparation for Use"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Combining the Wheelchair and
ScoutCrawler"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Control Unit"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Driving Functions"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Batteries/Charging Process"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Disassembly/Transport"
• Chapter "Usage" > "Care"
• Chapter "Maintenance"
• Chapter "Troubleshooting"
Safety

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4.4 Rating plate and warning labels
4.4.1 Rating plate
Label Meaning
AType designation
BRead the instructions for use before using the product. Observe
safety instructions found in the instructions for use
CSymbol for separate collection of electric and electronic devices.
Components of the product and batteries may not be disposed of in
household waste.
DEuropean article number (EAN)
EProduct reference number
FSerial number (including year of manufacture)
GMaximum load capacity (see the chapter "Technical Data")
HMaximum climbing ability (see the chapter "Technical Data")
IMaximum speed (see the chapter "Technical Data")
JManufacturer information/address
KCE marking – product safety according to EU guidelines
The rating plates are found on the axles of the
track drives.
LNot suitable for use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle
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4.4.2 Warning labels
Label Meaning
1Max. downhill slope: 30%
2Max. uphill slope: 30%
3Max. curb height: 4cm
max. 30%
max. 17°
max. 30%
max. 17°
Warnung
Warning
Warnung
Warning
Warnung
Warning
Warnung
Warning
max. 4 cm max. 4 cm
4Max. curb height: 4cm
Diese Seite oben!
This side up!
+ + --
This side up!
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Label Meaning
Warning! Risk of battery damage!
Single battery may not be replaced.
They must always be used in parallel!
The batteries may only be transported after discharging.
Contact your airline for the currently applicable transport regulations.
Warnung! Beschädigung Batterien!
Batterien dürfen nicht einzeln gewechselt werden.
Sie müssen immer parallel betrieben werden!
Die Batterien dürfen nur im entladenen Zustand transportiert werden.
Erkundigen Sie sich bei Ihrer Fluggesellschaft über die aktuell geltenden
Transportbestimmungen.
Warning! Risk of battery damage!
Single batteries may not be replaced. They must always be used in
parallel! The batteries may only be transported after discharging.
Contact your airline for the currently applicable transport regula
tions.
Safety

5 Delivery
5.1 Scope of supply
The outdoor vehicle is normally shipped fully assembled and
fitted to the personal requirements of the respective user.
The scope of delivery includes:
• Adapted outdoor vehicle with main components
• Battery charger
• Charging cable for external charging of the battery pack
• Cover cap
• Tool kit
• Instructions for Use
The basic settings are based on the indications on the order
form and, to the extent required, are adapted to the chosen
manual wheelchair by the specialist dealer directly on site.
Before operating the product for the first time, all standard
equipment components (see Fig.1) must be checked for
completeness and possible damage.
5.2 Storage
5.2.1 During Daily Use
The product should always be protected against external
influences.
The control unit must be turned off.
5.2.2 For Extended Disuse
Please observe the following if the product is not used for
more than 3 days:
Storage Conditions
• Maintain an ambient temperature between -10°C and
+40°C and relative humidity between 45 and 85 %.
• Store the product in a dry, enclosed room with sufficient
air circulation and protection from external influences.
Avoid unnecessary parking outdoors.
• Protect the crawler tracks against ground frost, e.g. by
elevating them completely off the ground using
assembly blocks or wooden boards.
Notes on the Crawler Tracks
• If the product is not moved for several days, permanent
colour changes may occur where it comes into contact
with the surface it is standing on. Therefore a suitable
underlay should be used if the product is parked for
extended periods of time.
• The crawler tracks contain chemical substances that
may react with other chemical substances (e.g. clean
ing agents, acids).
• Direct exposure to sunlight/UV radiation causes the
crawler tracks to age more quickly. As a result, the tread
surface hardens and corner pieces break out of the
tread.
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• The crawler tracks must be replaced at a tread depth of
3 mm in order to maintain sufficient traction. Regardless
of wear, the crawler tracks should be replaced every 2
years.
6 Preparation for Use
6.1 Safety Instructions
WARNING
Improper modification of the settings
Risk of tipping, falling, improper user posture
►Do not modify the settings established by the qualified
personnel.
►In case of problems with the settings (control panel
problems etc.), please contact the qualified personnel
who fitted your product.
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation
►Keep packaging materials away from children.
CAUTION
Uncontrolled movement of components when making
adjustments
Risk of crushing, pinching, blows to limbs
►Ensure that body parts, such as hands or head, are
never in the danger zone.
►Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support.
CAUTION
Unsecured screw connections
Risk of pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user
►After all adjusting/readjusting work, retighten the
mounting screws/nuts firmly. Observe any torque set
tings which may be specified.
►Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread
lock, replace it with a new screw connection or secure
the old screw connection with medium strength thread
locker (e.g. Loctite 241®).
6.2 Initial Operation
The specialist dealer delivers the product fully assembled
and ready to use.
The following additional tasks may be required:
• Charging the battery: see Page32 et. seq.
• Adjusting the stops: see Page14
• Adjusting the armrests: see Page15
• Adjusting the control panel: see Page16
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6.3 Adjustments
6.3.1 Prerequisites
Adjustment tasks should always be performed in the pres
ence of the user. The user should sit upright in the wheel
chair while adjustments are made, and should check the
settings several times.
The control panel mounting side (left/right) is realised
according to the customer order and may only be changed
by authorised personnel instructed by Ottobock.
The following can be adjusted by the user or attendant:
• Position of the stops
• Height of the armrests
• Position of the armrests
• Position of the control panel
All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before
adjustments are made.
6.3.2 Adjusting the Stops
The position of the rear wheel stops can be adjusted. The
stops are adjusted using two quick-release clamping levers
and an Allen head screw (Allen key, size5). Follow the
instructions below to adjust the stops:
1) Loosen the Allen head screw (see Fig.2).
2) Loosen the two quick-release clamping levers.
→Now the stops can be moved vertically and horizont
ally.
3) Slide the stops to the desired position (see Fig.3).
INFORMATION: The stops should be positioned
approximately 2cm below the knee lever wheel
lock, ensuring that the knee lever wheel lock can be
operated with no restrictions.
4) Tighten the two quick-release clamping levers.
5) Tighten the Allen head screw.
INFORMATION: If the adjustment range of the
stops is insufficient to hold the manual wheelchair
securely, the Allen head screw can be omitted dur
ing assembly (only for very wide manual wheel
chairs!).
→Adjusting the stop position is complete.
INFORMATION: The stops on the left and right side
must be locked at the same height.
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Fig. 2 Adjusting the tyre stops
2cm
Fig. 3 Position of the tyre stops
6.3.3 Adjusting the Armrests
The height and position of the armrests can be adjusted.
They are adjusted using Allen head screws (Allen key,
size3, Allen key, size5). Follow the instructions below to
make the adjustments:
Adjusting the Armrest Height
1) Loosen the Allen head screw (Allen key, size5) on the
reverse side of the armrest (see Fig.4).
2) Move the armrest to the corresponding height.
3) Firmly retighten the Allen head screw.
→Adjusting the armrest height is complete.
Adjusting the Armrest Position
1) Loosen the three Allen head screws (Allen key, size3)
on the bottom of the armrest (see Fig.5).
2) Move the armrest to the corresponding position.
3) Firmly retighten the three Allen head screws.
→Adjusting the armrest position is complete.
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Fig. 4 Adjusting the Armrest Height
Fig. 5 Adjusting the armrest position/control panel
6.3.4 Adjusting the Control Panel
The control panel position can be adjusted. This is done
using three Allen head screws (Allen key, size3). Follow the
adjustment instructions below:
1) Loosen the three Allen head screws on the bottom of the
armrest (see Fig.5).
2) Move the control panel to the corresponding position.
3) Firmly retighten the three Allen head screws.
→Adjusting the control panel position is complete.
6.3.5 Changing Control Unit Parameters
WARNING
Incorrect configuration settings
Falling, tipping over, collision due to programming errors
►Programming may only be performed by qualified per
sonnel trained by the manufacturer. The manufacturer
of the product and the control unit manufacturer are
not liable in case of damage caused by programming
which was not performed properly and/or which was
not adjusted properly according to the user's abilities.
►Note that modified parameter settings in the configura
tion can lead to changes in driving characteristics. In
particular, changes to the speed, acceleration, braking
or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and there
fore uncontrollable driving characteristics and cause
an accident.
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►After configuration/programming is complete, the user
must test the driving characteristics of the product
under the supervision of the qualified personnel.
If necessary, the authorised personnel can adapt the pre
programmed control unit and accessories to the concrete
requirements of the user.
7 Usage
7.1 Combining the Wheelchair and
ScoutCrawler
CAUTION
Driving on the ramps
Risk of falling, tipping over
►Lean your upper body forward when driving on the
ramps.
Prior to use, the manual wheelchair must be firmly secured
on the outdoor vehicle. Proceed as follows:
1) Park the outdoor vehicle on a flat surface.
2) Turn off the control unit of the outdoor vehicle.
3) Lower the loading ramps of the outdoor vehicle using
the pull cables. Engage the hooks of the pull cables in
the transport cases.
4) Drive the manual wheelchair over the loading ramps
onto the platform of the outdoor vehicle.
NOTICE! All four wheels of the wheelchair must
stand firmly on the platform.
5) Move the wheelchair to the stops and engage the knee
lever wheel lock.
6) Pass the carabiners on the two lateral belt straps over
the tyre stops and around the push rings (see Fig.6,
item1) and engage them in the eyelets (see Fig.7,
item1 and item2).
7) Hand-tighten the lateral belt straps (see Fig.8).
8) Pass the centre belt strap around the frame in front of
the caster wheel and engage it in the eyelet (see Fig.9,
item1 and item2).
9) Hand-tighten the belt strap (see Fig.10).
10) Fold up the loading ramps with the help of the pull
cables. Pass the pull cables around the armrest sup
ports and engage the pull cables on the push ring hold
ers (see Fig.12, item1).
→The outdoor vehicle is ready for operation.
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Fig. 6 Positioning the carabiner
Fig. 7 Engaging the carabiner
Fig. 8 Tightening the lateral belt straps
Fig. 9 Engaging the centre belt strap
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Fig. 10 Tightening the centre belt strap
Fig. 11 Attachment on a rigid frame wheelchair
Fig. 12 Securing the loading ramps
7.2 Control Unit
CAUTION
Use of mobile devices with electromagnetic emis
sions (e.g. mobile phones)
Falling, collision with persons or objects due to interfer
ence with the control signals
►Turn all mobile devices off while driving, since the driv
ing characteristics of the product are affected by elec
tromagnetic fields.
►Turn the control unit off when it is not required, since
the product may generate electromagnetic fields that
can cause interference with other devices. The product
has been tested according to EMC regulations.
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The outdoor vehicle is controlled by an enAble40 control
unit.
Since the control unit is programmable, it can be adapted to
the personal requirements of the user; e.g. the speed,
acceleration and deceleration values can all be adapted.
7.2.1 Control Panel
The outdoor vehicle is operated via the control panel.
The control panel consists of a keypad, LCD display and
joystick. The charging and programming receptacle is loc
ated on the underside.
The control panel is used to switch the outdoor vehicle on
and off, to enter driving commands and to display the cur
rent state of certain functions and components. Fig. 13 enAble40 control panel
1 Joystick 6 [Mode] button
2 [Direction Indicator
Left/Right] button
–Nofunction–
7 [Horn] button
3 [Warning Flasher On/Off]
button
–Nofunction–
8 [Lights On/Off] button
–Nofunction–
4 LCD Display 9 Charging and programming
receptacle
5 [On/Off] button 10 Charger plug
Usage