Permobil Permolock C3 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
US
Permolock C3
Permolock C3
Docking system for Power wheelchair in vehicle

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Permobil Inc. USA
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Permolock C3
Docking system for electric wheelchair in vehicle
Produced and published by Permobil AB, Sweden
Version no.: 1. 2009-01
Art. no.: 205237-US-0

Permolock C3 Owner´s Manual Contents
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Contents
Important information about the user manual.......................................................... 6
Safety instructions ...................................................................................................... 8
General .................................................................................................................. 8
Warning labels ........................................................................................................ 8
Design and function .................................................................................................. 10
Operation .................................................................................................................... 11
General.................................................................................................................. 11
Docking the wheelchair ........................................................................................ 13
Releasing the wheelchair...................................................................................... 14
Manual release of wheelchair .............................................................................. 15
Emergency release of wheelchair ........................................................................ 16
Overview, control button ...................................................................................... 17
Accessories................................................................................................................ 20
Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 22
Technical specifications............................................................................................ 22
Assembly .................................................................................................................... 23
Identification of prepared wheelchair chassis ...................................................... 24
Fitting of reinforcement plates on the wheelchair chassis (C350)........................ 24
Fitting of pins on the wheelchair chassis (C300, C350) ...................................... 25
Fitting of docking system in the vehicle - General................................................ 26
Fitting of locking plate .......................................................................................... 27
Height adjustment of locking plate........................................................................ 27
Adjustment of screws............................................................................................ 29
Fitting of floor spacers (C300) .............................................................................. 29
Fitting of manual release lever in a vehicle .......................................................... 30
Preliminary adjustment ........................................................................................ 30
Assembly .............................................................................................................. 30
Spare parts ................................................................................................................ 33
Troubleshooting guide .............................................................................................. 40
Sled test report .......................................................................................................... 41

Permolock C3 Owner´s Manual Important information
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Important information about the user manual
Congratulations on choosing Permolock C3. Our aim is for you to feel satisfied
with your choice of supplier and product.
Before you start using your Permolock C3, it is important to read and understand
this user manual and in particular the section on safety.
The user manual is primarily designed to inform you about the Permolock C3, its
functions and capabilities, and to advise you on the best way of using it. It also
contains important safety information and describes some of the problems which
might arise in use.
Always keep the user manual in your vehicle, as you may need to consult its
important information on use, safety and maintenance.
You can also find information on our products on our website. You will find us at
www.permobil.com.
All the information and the pictures, illustrations and specifications are based
upon the product information that was available at the point in time this user
manual was printed.
Pictures and illustrations that appear in the user manual are typical examples
and are not intended to be exact depictions of different parts of the product.
We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notification.

Permolock C3 Owner´s Manual Important information
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Permolock C3 is supplied with a 12-month warranty.
Service can be carried out in our own workshops or at authorized workshops.
You should only carry out servicing and maintenance designated by the user
manual as suitable for being carried out by the user. All other servicing and
maintenance must be carried out by persons with sufficient knowledge to give
a competent result.
Contact Permobil Inc for further information.
Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through your dealer.
In the event of technical problems, you should contact your dealer or Permobil
Inc USA at 1-800-736-0925.
Always state the chassis serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure
that the correct information is provided.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
This product fulfills the requirements of ISO 10542-1 and ISO 10542-3
PRODUCT APPROVAL
SPARE PARTS & ACCESSORIES
WARRANTY & SERVICE

Permolock C3 Owner´s Manual Safety instructions
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Safety instructions - General
Permolock C3 is a docking system for fixing Permobil electric wheelchairs in
place and is designed for use in vehicles.
It is important to read and follow the instructions and safety guidelines given in
this user manual before starting to use your Permolock C3, as mistakes in use
could lead to risk of injury to the user or passengers, or damage to the wheel-
chair, the Permolock C3 or the vehicle.
Any unauthorized alterations to Permolock C3 could lead to increased risk of
accident. Follow closely the recommendations in the section on Operation, in
order to avoid risk of accident during use.
Warning labels
You will see the following “warning labels” in the user manual. They are intend-
ed to draw attention to situations which could lead to problems, near-accidents,
personal injury or damage to the wheelchair, etc.
Take care here.
Take extra care here.
Risk of personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings.
NB
Permobil AB accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to proper-
ty which may arise from the failure of the user or other persons to follow the
recommendations, warnings and instructions given in this user manual.
NB
WARNING

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To be checked before first use
Before using your wheelchair with Permolock C3, you must check that the chair
has been suitably adjusted. Contact your supplier for information.
To be checked before setting off
Check that the light on the control button in the vehicle is green after locking
has been activated.
Fitting
Permolock C3 should be fitted by a competent service engineer or a person
with adequate knowledge to perform the adjustment in an expert manner.
Maintenance and service
Carry out only the service and maintenance activities indicated in this user
manual. All other servicing, alterations and changes to the vital systems of
Permolock C3 and its accessories must be carried out by a competent service
engineer or a person with adequate knowledge to perform the adjustment in an
expert manner. In case of doubt, always contact a competent service engineer
or Permobil.
Use only spare parts or accessories approved or recommended by Permobil.
All other use could lead to changes which might impair the function and safe-
ty of the docking system. It could also lead to the warranty for your Permolock
C3 becoming invalid.
WARNING
Recycling of electronic items
Obsolete electronics should be disposed of responsibly in accordance with
local recycling regulations.
EMC requirements
The electronics in the vehicle locking system may be affected by external elec-
tromagnetic fields. Likewise the electronics in the locking system themselves
may emit electromagnetic fields which could affect the surrounding area.
The threshold values for Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) relating to elec-
tric wheelchairs and their accessories are laid down in harmonized standards
under EC Directive 93/42/EEC Medical Devices.
Permolock C3 meets these threshold values.
WARNING
Safety instructions

Permolock C3 Owner´s Manual Design and function
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Design & function
Permolock C3 is designed for use together with Permobil’s electric wheelchairs
approved for this purpose. Permolock C3 consists of two interacting units: Two
pins are fitted to the underside of the wheelchair chassis, along with a locking
plate fitted to the vehicle. During use, the locking plate’s locking mechanisms
mechanically hook around the pins on the wheelchair, locking it securely in
place.
If the chassis in its original form does not have the spring pins, they must be fit-
ted. When fitting to a C350 chassis, the chassis must be supplemented with two
reinforcement plates so that the chair can be used together with the docking
device. (See the section Fitting.)
Permolock C3 is designed so that the user can either run or reverse the wheel-
chair into the docking device on the driver or passenger side. Permolock C3 can
also be used as a transport docking system and is then positioned sideways
behind the driver’s seat. The user parks the wheelchair behind the driver’s seat,
locks the chair in position using Permolock C3, turns the driver’s seat 90
degrees and then moves across to the driver’s seat.
1. Pin 4. Locking mechanism
2. Control button 5. Locking plate
3. Release lever
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2
3
5
4