Permobil M1 User manual

M1
User manual |British English

Welcome to the Permobil family
We hope that you enjoy your new powered wheelchair.
Permobil's founder, Dr. Per Uddén, believed that every person
has the right to have his or her disability compensated as far as
possible using the same technology that we all use in our
everyday life. Your new wheelchair is a state of the art
medical device designed to achieve this goal by providing
unparalleled convenience, comfort, and technology.
How to contact Permobil
Permobil Ltd.
Regus 6th floor, 2 Kingdom Street, Paddington
W2 6BD, London
United Kingdom
[phone]
[phone]
[email protected]
www.permobil.com
Production units. See page 72.
Local offices. See page 73.
Head office of the Permobil group
Permobil AB
Per Uddéns väg 20
SE 861 36 Timrå
Sweden
[phone]
[email protected]
www.permobil.com
Produced and published by Permobil
Edition: 16
Date: 2021-10-01
Order no: 336348 eng-UK

1 Introduction 4
2 Overview 5
2.1 Wheelchair specification 6
2.2 Tool bag 7
2.3 General control panel 8
2.4 Omni2 9
2.5 Lights and reflectors 10
2.6 Wheels 11
2.7 Tie-down points 12
2.8 Serial number label 13
2.9 Accessories 14
2.10 Spare parts 15
2.11 User manual 16
3 Safety 17
3.1 Types of warning signs 17
3.2 Warning signs 17
3.3 Labels 21
4 Wheelchair usage 23
4.1 Driving the wheelchair 23
4.2 Seat functions 27
4.3 Cushions 29
4.4 Charging the batteries 30
4.5 Freewheel mode 31
4.6 Vehicle transportation 31
4.7 Air transportation 34
4.8 Rail transportation 35
4.9 Main circuit breaker 36
4.10 Wheelchair storage 36
4.11 Manual adjustments 37
4.11.1 Headrest with link hardware 37
4.11.2 Backrest 40
4.11.3 Armrest 46
4.11.4 Manual leg rest 48
4.11.5 Swing away leg rest 48
4.11.6 Footplate on a powered leg rest 50
4.11.7 Footplate on a manual leg rest 51
4.11.8 Footplate on a swing away leg rest 52
4.11.9 Fixed panel holder 53
4.11.10 Parallel panel holder 56
4.11.11 Positioning belt 58
5 Maintenance 59
5.1 Maintenance and inspection schedules 60
5.2 Cleaning 62
5.3 Inflating the drive wheel tyres 65
5.4 Positioning belt 65
6 Troubleshooting 66
7 General information 70
7.1 Guarantee 70
7.2 Standards and regulations 70
7.3 Reporting incidents 70
7.4 Disposal and recycling 70
7.5 Technical specifications 71

1 Introduction
Before you use your wheelchair for the first time, you must
read and understand the contents of this user manual. It
instructs you on how to properly and safely use and care for
your wheelchair. You must also read and understand the user
manuals for your specific accessories before you use your
wheelchair. This user manual and additional information
concerning our products are available at www.permobil.com or
by telephone.
Your powered wheelchair is a complex medical device
prescribed for you by your healthcare provider and configured
to meet your needs. Permobil is not responsible for
inappropriate prescription or selection of models or features, or
for improper use of or modifications to the wheelchair.
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2 Overview
This chapter gives you an overview of your
wheelchair. The parts in the overview illustration
are described in more detail throughout the
manual.
The M1 is a mid wheel drive powered
wheelchair for indoor and outdoor use. It is
intended for people limited to a seated position.
The expected service life of this product is five
years.
A. Headrest
B. Backrest
C. Control panel
D. Seat
E. Leg rest
F. Footplate
G. Backrest frame
H. Armrest
I. Chassis
J. Serial number label
K. Drive wheel
L. Castor wheel
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2.1 Wheelchair specification
Product name: M1
Wheelchair class: B
Height, width, and length
Height: 980–1500 mm (38.5"–45.5")
Width: 610–800 mm (24"–31.5")
Length: 1090–1280 mm (43"–50.5")
Smallest transportation size
Height: 620–670 mm (24.5"–26.5")
Width: 610–800 mm (24"–31.5")
Length: 820 mm (32")
Weight specification
Wheelchair with batteries: 143 kg (315 lb.)
Maximum user weight: 136 kg (300 lb.)
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2.2 Tool bag
The wheelchair comes with a tool bag for
maintenance and adjustments. It contains the
following tools:
Spanner
general maintenance
11 mm
13 mm
Allen keys
general maintenance and seat adjustment
2–6 mm
Socket spanner
general maintenance
15 mm
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2.3 General control panel
Joystick
Example of button functions
A. On/off
B. Horn
C. Decrease maximum speed
D. Increase maximum speed
For more information, see the user manual of
your control panel:
https://documentation.permobil.com/
manuals/control_panels/
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2.4 Omni2
Your wheelchair can be equipped with an
Omni2. An Omni2 is a device that makes it
possible to operate the wheelchair with
something other than a standard joystick.
Button configuration for Omni2.
A. On/off
B. Profile
C. Minus (−)
D. Settings
E. LCD screen
F. Mode
G. Navigation
H. Plus (+)
For more information, see the user manual of
your Omni2 on the website of Curtiss Wright:
http://support.pgdt.com/omni2 manual.
pdf
Overview - 9

2.5 Lights and reflectors
The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors at the
front, the rear, and the sides.
Front lights, rear lights, and indicators are
optional.
Front reflectors
Rear reflectors
Side reflectors
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2.6 Wheels
The wheelchair drive wheels have pneumatic
tyres or flat free (foam filled) tyres. The castor
wheels have solid polyurethane tyres.
Pneumatic tyres
Flat free (foam filled) tyres
Inflating the pneumatic tyres. See page 65.
Overview - 11

2.7 Tie-down points
The wheelchair is equipped with four tie down
points used for transportation . Two in
the front and two in the rear .
Vehicle transportation. See page 31.
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2.8 Serial number label
The serial number label is located on the lower,
left hand side of the wheelchair chassis. Look
between the rim spokes. An additional serial
number label is located on the seat tilt . You
may need to tilt the seat for better visibility.
The contents of the serial number label are
described on page 21.
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2.9 Accessories
Accessories for Permobil products are subject to
continuous development. Contact your nearest
Permobil dealer for more information on the
accessories available for your product. Only use
accessories that are authorised by Permobil.
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2.10 Spare parts
Spare parts must be ordered through Permobil.
Only use spare parts that are authorised by
Permobil.
Overview - 15

2.11 User manual
Main text area
Main illustration area
Text correlates to the illustration to the right
Tool list
Instruction steps
Warning sign
Chapter and page number
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1 .
2 .
3 .
4 .
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3 Safety
Your wheelchair is a complex medical device and must be used
safely. This chapter contains important information about how
to safely use your wheelchair.
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 or from failure to
exercise good judgement.
The following warnings are referenced throughout this user
manual. Any time you see the exclamation mark symbol, refer
back to this chapter to review the appropriate warning.
3.1 Types of warning signs
The following types of warning signs are used in this manual:
WARNING!
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!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in damage to the product or other property.
IMPORTANT!
Indicates important information.
3.2 Warning signs
WARNING! Do not overload the
wheelchair
Do not use the wheelchair to pull any kind of object and never
hang excessive weights on the wheelchair. If you do, the
wheelchair may become less stable and injure you.
WARNING! Remain aware of your
wheelchair’s dimensions
Always remain aware of your wheelchair’s dimensions. Some
emergency exits or routes can be too small for your wheel-
chair to navigate through them.
IMPORTANT! Do not drive on public roads
Do not drive the wheelchair on public streets or roads. Your
wheelchair is not a car. Obey all local pedestrian rules and
always drive your wheelchair defensively.
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IMPORTANT! Do not modify the
wheelchair
Do not modify your wheelchair or any of its components. Your
wheelchair has been configured specifically for your needs as
prescribed by your healthcare provider. Special skills, training,
and knowledge are needed to set up, modify, and repair the
wheelchair.
WARNING! Avoid steep slopes
Do not drive the wheelchair on slopes steeper than 10°. If you
do, the wheelchair may become less stable and injure you. For
maximum performance and stability, use caution on slopes
steeper than 6°.
WARNING! Use freewheel mode
cautiously
Freewheel mode should only be used on level ground and
when an attendant is present to control the wheelchair. If you
use freewheel mode on an incline or without an attendant,
you may get injured or cause property damage.
IMPORTANT! Replace damaged charging
components
If either the charger plug or charger socket becomes
damaged, both must be replaced by qualified personnel.
Excessive heat in either the charger plug or socket indicates
damage.
WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum
user weight
Do not drive the wheelchair if you exceed the maximum user
weight. If you do, the wheelchair can harm you or break.
WARNING! Drive extra carefully when
lifted or tilted
If the seat or backrest is lifted or tilted on flat ground, drive at a
low speed. If the seat or backrest is lifted or tilted, do not drive
the wheelchair on slopes or over obstacles. If you do, the
wheelchair may become less stable and injure you.
WARNING! Do not cross obstacles at an
angle
Do not cross obstacles at an angle. If you do, the wheelchair
may become less stable and injure you.
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WARNING! Use positioning aids at all
times
Use securely fastened positioning aids, including your posi-
tioning belt, at all times. If you do not, you can sustain bodily
injuries.
IMPORTANT! Positioning aids do not
replace seatbelts
Wheelchair positioning aids do not replace vehicle mounted
seatbelts. In a traffic accident, they do not provide the same
protection as vehicle mounted seatbelts.
WARNING! Vehicle seating requirements
When you use the wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, it must be
forward-facing and you must use a three-point belt restraint,
including a shoulder and pelvic belt, to reduce the risk of head
and chest impacts with vehicle components. The wheelchair is
only designed and tested for use in this configuration. If the
wheelchair is used in another vehicle seating configuration,
you may be injured or your wheelchair may be damaged.
IMPORTANT! Do not use a damaged
wheelchair
If the wheelchair or its accessories have suffered trans-
portation damage, damage during driving, or damage from
other causes, you must inform Permobil as soon as possible
and immediately stop using your wheelchair. There is a risk
that the wheelchair or its accessories can no longer be used
safely. Contact your service provider or Permobil for further
information.
WARNING! Keep the electronics dry
Make sure that the electronics are not exposed to moisture. If
any of the shrouds or the joystick boot have cracks or tears,
replace them immediately. Exposure to moisture can cause
the wheelchair to short-circuit or catch fire, which may lead to
personal injury or property damage.
WARNING! Do not get pinched
The wheelchair is heavy and contains many moving parts,
which means that you may be pinched if you use the
wheelchair incorrectly. When you see this warning, be mindful
of your body location to avoid being pinched. Do not put any
part of your body between moving parts.
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IMPORTANT! Recycle all batteries
Used batteries must be disposed of responsibly in accordance
with local recycling regulations.
WARNING! Use the recommended tyre
pressure
Use the recommended tyre pressure. If you overfill the tyres,
they may explode and cause bodily injury.
IMPORTANT! Electromagnetic fields
The electronics in a power wheelchair can be affected by
external electromagnetic fields (for example mobile phones).
Similarly, the electronics in the wheelchair itself also emit
electromagnetic fields that can affect the immediate sur-
roundings (for example certain alarm systems in businesses).
IMPORTANT! Discontinue use after
extraordinary events
Do not use your wheelchair if it has been dropped, crushed,
exposed to fire, submerged in water, or involved in a vehicle
accident, or other extraordinary events. Events like these may
lead to significant damage that is impossible to detect upon
inspection. Contact your service provider or Permobil.
Damage caused by these types of incidents exceeds the
limits covered by the manufacturer’s guarantee.
WARNING! Adjust the backrest without
weight
Do not place any weight on the backrest while you adjust it. If
you do, the wheelchair may harm you or break.
WARNING! Adjust the leg rest without
weight
Do not place any weight on the leg rest while you adjust it. If
you do, you may get pinched.
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