Permobil M1 User manual

User’s Manual American English
M1

Dear Permobil User
We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair. Our goal
is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both
vendor and product. Your power 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 contents of these operating instructions, and
in particular the safety instructions.

Text
Produced and published by Permobil
Edition: 3
Date: 2018-03-28
Order no: 333431 eng-U

How to contact Permobil
Permobil nc.
300 Duke Drive
Lebanon, TN 37090
USA
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.permobilus.com
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

M1 Contents
Contents
Important information ....................................................................................................................................... 9
afety instructions............................................................................................................................................13
Design and function.........................................................................................................................................45
ettings and adjustments.................................................................................................................................59
Joystick panel VR2 basic...............................................................................................................................113
Joystick panel VR2–A two seat functions .....................................................................................................121
Joystick panel, R-net LED control panel........................................................................................................129
Permobil Joystick Module for R-net...............................................................................................................139
Handling ........................................................................................................................................................189
Transporting the wheelchair .........................................................................................................................211
Maintenance and repairs..............................................................................................................................223
Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................275
Technical specifications.................................................................................................................................276

Contents M1
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................283
tickers ...........................................................................................................................................................293

M1 Important information
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.
t is also possible to obtain information concerning 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. Pictures and illustrations used in these
operating instructions are representative examples and not intended
to be exact depictions of the various parts of the power wheelchair.
We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior
notice.
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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.
Ordering documentation
Should you need another copy of this manual, one may be ordered
from Permobil. Ask for the order number specified on the back
cover.
Technical upport
n the event of technical problems, contact your dealer or call
Permobil nc. USA on 1-800-736-0925.
Be prepared to provide the wheelchair serial number, located on the
chassis, to ensure proper support. See
Serial number labels , Page 226.
pare parts and accessories
Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through your dealer.
The expected service life of this product is five years.
crapping
Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in
force.
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Warranty
Contact your dealer or Permobil nc. USA for information about
the warranty period for this product.
Product Warranty nformation sets forth the conditions of the
warranty. For further information about applicable warranties, see .
NOTICE
Unapproved replacement of parts
If any part is replaced without approval from Permobil, the wheelchair
warranty will become void. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that
occurs as a result of a control system component being opened, adjusted
or modified without permission.
Reporting incidents
f 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
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and a document to help you provide us with the information we
need to investigate the incident. Provide as much of the information
as possible; it will be of great help to us.
Product approval
This product meets the requirements of:
• EN 12184
• EN 1021-1
• EN 1021-2
• SO 7176-9
• SO 7176–14
• SO 7176-16
• SO 7176-19
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M1 Safety instructions
afety instructions
A power wheelchair is a motorized 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 power wheelchair and its accessories. ncorrect
use may both injure the user and damage the wheelchair. n 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 any person’s failure to follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual. Permobil is not responsible for injuries or
damage resulting from failure to exercise good judgment.
The final selection and purchasing decision about the type of power
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 power 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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t is also of the utmost importance that you devote sufficient time to
getting acquainted with the various buttons, functions and steering
controls; the different seat adjustment possibilities, etc. of 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.
Preparing for use
n order to make sure that nothing happened to your Permobil
product while it was being shipped to you, check the following
items before you start using it:
• that all products ordered are included in the delivery, including
operating instructions and any additional documentation. f you
suspect that something is missing, contact your supplier or
Permobil as soon as possible.
• that no shipping damage or other damage has occurred to the
product or its accessories. f you discover something that is
damaged or appears to be incorrect in some other way, contact
your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as
possible before you continue the checks.
We recommend that you charge your wheelchair’s batteries before
you begin using it.
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Always make sure that tires are inflated properly before driving.
f you feel the wheelchair is behaving in an unexpected manner, or if
you suspect something is wrong, stop the test drive as soon as
possible, switch off the wheelchair and get in touch with your
service contact or Permobil for more information.
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.
Warnings and precautions
CAUTION!
Operation, driving
If the wheelchair is e uipped with lights, Permobil recommends their use
whenever you drive near public rights of way. Use extreme caution when
driving near unprotected edges, drops or on elevated surfaces. Unin-
tended movement or excessive speed in such areas can lead to personal
injury or property damage.
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CAUTION!
Operation
Do not drive the wheelchair over any curbs or obstacles higher than
specified in the technical specifications section of the manual. When
driving over a curb or similarly elevated surface, cross it at a 90 degree
angle (perpendicular). Crossing such surfaces at any other angle may
result in the wheelchair‘s tipping.
Reduce your speed when driving on uneven terrain or soft surfaces. Never
use your wheelchair on stairs or escalators. Always take the elevator.
Do not lift or move the wheelchair by any of its removable parts. Doing so
could lead to personal injury and property damage, including damage to
the wheelchair.
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CAUTION!
Operation, pulling and minor impacts
Do not use the wheelchair to pull any kind of object and never hang
excessive weights on the backrest. Doing so could lead to personal injury
and property damage, including damage to the wheelchair.
In the event of a collision with a wall, door or other fixed object when
operating the wheelchair, always make sure all parts of the wheelchair are
undamaged before operating it again. Failure to do so could lead to
personal injury.
CAUTION!
Operation, adjust seating system for elevations
Be sure to adjust the position of your seating according to the limitations
applicable to the wheelchair concerned before climbing obstacles or
driving on uneven surfaces or slopes.
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WARNING!
Risk of tipping over
Do not allow the leg rest to hit the ground when climbing obstacles, driving
on uneven surfaces or slopes or when a slope levels out. Make sure there is
sufficient ground clearance to avoid the risk of tipping over.
CAUTION!
Operation
Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision. Do not drive
the wheelchair on public streets or roads. Obey all local pedestrian rules
and be aware that vehicle drivers may have difficulty seeing you.
Do not operate your wheelchair under the influence of alcohol.
Consumption of alcohol may impair your ability to operate your wheel-
chair safely.
Some physical impairments or the use of prescription and non-prescription
medication may limit your ability to operate your wheelchair safely. Be sure
to consult with your physician about your physical limitations and
medications.
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