Permobil F3 Corpus User manual

User manual British English
F3 Corpus

Dear Permobil User,
We congratulate you on your choice of powered wheelchair. Our
goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both
vendor and product. Your powered wheelchair is designed to
provide the highest possible comfort and safety while meeting both
safety and environmental requirements.
Before you begin using your wheelchair, it is important that you
read and understand the content of these operating instructions, and
in particular the safety instructions.

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Produced and published by Permobil
Edition: 12
Date: 2019-09-03
Order no: 3349 8 eng-UK

How to contact Permobil
Permobil td. Tel: (+44) (0)1484 722 888
Regus 6th floor Fax: (+44) (0)1484 723 013
2 Kingdom Street E-mail: [email protected]
Paddington
W2 6BD
ondon
United Kingdom
Head office of the Permobil Group
Permobil AB
Box 120
861 23 Timrå
Sweden
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.permobil.com

F3 Corpus Contents
1 Important information..............................................................................................................................11
1.1 Guarantee .........................................................................................................................................12
1.2 Product approval ................................................................................................................................13
1.3 Technical support................................................................................................................................13
1.4 Cyber security ....................................................................................................................................14
1.5 Reporting incidents .............................................................................................................................14
1. Spare parts and accessories .................................................................................................................15
1.7 Ordering documentation......................................................................................................................15
1.8 Scrapping and recycling......................................................................................................................15
2 Safety instructions ....................................................................................................................................17
2.1 Descriptions of admonitions..................................................................................................................18
2.2 Warnings and precautions...................................................................................................................21
3 Getting to know your wheelchair............................................................................................................37
3.1 Overview...........................................................................................................................................39
3.2 Technical specifications........................................................................................................................40
3.3 Labels ...............................................................................................................................................45
3.4 Design and function ............................................................................................................................50
3.5 Control panel ..................................................................................................................................... 8
3. Accessories......................................................................................................................................130
4 Preparing for use ...................................................................................................................................131
4.1 Settings and adjustments....................................................................................................................133
4.2 Handling and driving ........................................................................................................................1 2

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4.3 Batteries ..........................................................................................................................................179
4.4 Transporting the wheelchair ...............................................................................................................185
5 Maintenance and repairs ......................................................................................................................197
5.1 Frequency of maintenance and inspection ............................................................................................201
5.2 Tool bag..........................................................................................................................................202
5.3 Cleaning .........................................................................................................................................203
5.4 Battery replacement ..........................................................................................................................205
5.5 Batteries storage ...............................................................................................................................219
5. Wheels and tyres ..............................................................................................................................221
5.7 Main circuit breaker..........................................................................................................................24
5.8 Brake release ...................................................................................................................................247
5.9 Positioning belt.................................................................................................................................247
5.10 Serial number labels..........................................................................................................................248
Approved locking systems.....................................................................................................................251
7 Restrictions and limitations ....................................................................................................................253
7.1 Support wheels.................................................................................................................................254
7.2 Seat depth .......................................................................................................................................254
7.3 Speed restriction conditions................................................................................................................255
7.4 Conditions that limit seat movement .....................................................................................................25
8 Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................................259
8.1 Troubleshooting guide .......................................................................................................................2 0

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8.2 Diagnostics R-Net LCD control panel....................................................................................................2 1
8.3 Diagnostics R-Net LED control panel ....................................................................................................2 5
8.4 Repairing defective units ....................................................................................................................270
Index.......................................................................................................................................................271

F3 Corpus Important information
1 Important information
Before you begin using your wheelchair, it is important that you
read and understand the content of these operating instructions, and
in particular the safety instructions.
These operating instructions are primarily intended to acquaint you
with the functions and characteristics of the wheelchair and how to
use them in the best manner possible. They also contain important
safety and maintenance information, as well as describing possible
problems that can arise while using the wheelchair.
Always keep operating instructions within convenient reach when
using your product, as the need for important information may arise
concerning its use, safety and maintenance.
It is also possible to obtain information about our products from our
website: www.permobil.com.
All information, pictures, illustrations and specifications are based
upon the product information available at the time these operating
instructions were printed. The pictures and illustrations used in these
operating instructions are representative examples and not intended
to be exact depictions of the various parts of the powered
wheelchair.
We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior
notice.
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F3 Corpus Important information
For those who are visually impaired, this document can be
downloaded at www.permobil.com. The PDF reader magnifying
tool can be used to achieve the desired text and image size.
1.1 Guarantee
All powered wheelchairs are supplied with a two-year product
guarantee. Batteries and charger are supplied with a one-year
guarantee.
Product Guarantee Information sets forth the conditions of the
guarantee. For further information about applicable guaranties, see
https://permobilus.com/support/warranties/.
NOTICE
Unapproved replacement of parts
If any part is replaced without approval from Permobil, the wheelchair
guarantee will become invalid. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss
that occurs as a result of a control system component being opened,
adjusted or modified without permission.
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1.2 Product approval
This product fulfils the requirements according to:
• ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1
• AS/NZS 60335.2.29
• AS/NZS CISPR 14.1
• CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1
• EN60601-1
• IEC 60335-2-29
• ISO 7176-21
• ISO 7176-25
1.3 Technical support
In the event of technical problems, contact Permobil.
Be prepared to provide the wheelchair serial number, located on the
chassis, to ensure proper support. See
5.10
Serial number labels , Page 248.
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1.4 Cyber security
If you discover or suspect that an unauthorised person has tampered
with, removed or replaced a device or data derived from a device,
contact Permobil for support immediately.
1.5 Reporting incidents
If an incident occurs, please contact your nearest Permobil
representative. This is usually the same person you were in contact
with at the time of purchase. To get in touch with your contact, use
the link at www.permobil.com. Open your country page and the
contact page. The page provides the necessary contact information
and a document to help you provide us with the information we
need to investigate the incident. Provide as much information as
possible; it will be of great help to us.
We ask that you submit incident reports to help us improve quality
and make sure our product remains safe throughout its service life.
To meet these requirements and to ensure our products remain safe
in your hands, we need your assistance. We hope you never need to
use the information on this page but in the event of an incident,
please contact us.
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1.6 Spare parts and accessories
Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil.
The expected service life of this product is five years.
1. Ordering documentation
Should you need another copy of this manual, you may order one
from Permobil. Ask for the order number specified on the back
cover.
1.8 Scrapping and recycling
Contact Permobil for information about the scrapping agreements in
force.
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F3 Corpus Safety instructions
2 Safety instructions
A powered wheelchair is a motorised vehicle and therefore special
care must be taken when using it.
Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in all manuals
supplied with your powered wheelchair and its accessories. Incorrect
use may both injure the user and damage the wheelchair. In order to
reduce these risks, read the User’s Manual and all manuals supplied
carefully, in particular the safety instructions and their warning texts.
Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage
resulting from failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this
manual. Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting
from failure to exercise good judgement.
The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of
powered wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the user and
his or her healthcare professional. Permobil is not responsible for
inappropriate selections of models, features or improper mountings
on the wheelchair.
Your powered wheelchair was configured specifically for your needs
as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Contact your healthcare
provider to have changes in seat position or other adjustments made.
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It is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to
familiarising yourself with the various buttons, functions, steering
controls, seat adjustment options and more offered by your
wheelchair and its accessories before you begin using it.
Do not undertake your own first test drive without making sure help
is available in the immediate vicinity should you need it.
2.1 Descriptions of admonitions
The following admonitions describing warnings, remarks and
explanatory texts are used throughout this manual to draw attention
to items of significant importance to safety:
DANGER!
Danger admonition
Indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
as well as serious damage to the product or other property.
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WARNING!
Warning admonition
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death as well as damage to the product or other property.
CAUTION!
Caution admonition
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury as well as damage to the product or other property.
NOTICE
Notice admonition
Indicates an important but not hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in damage to the product or other property.
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Provides information about the conditions or circumstances under
which the information given applies.
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