Permobil SpeedControl User manual

EN - SpeedControl Installation Instructions - 1
Max Mobility, LLC,
300 Duke Drive, Lebanon, TN 37090 USA
U.S.A.: 800-637-2980 615-953-5350
Fax: [phone]
Customer Support: suppor[email protected]
permobil.com
Max Mobility, LLC is part of Permobil.
WARNING Indicates that not following the specified procedure could lead to
potentially hazardous conditions resulting in serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates that not following the specified procedure could lead to
potentially hazardous conditions resulting in minor to moderate injury or damage to the
equipment or other property.
Supplier: This manual must be given to the user of this product. Operator (Individual or
Caregiver): Before using this product, read the instructions and save for future reference.
© 2022 Permobil MX2 RC-A
SpeedControl
Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT! These instructions are for SpeedControl installation only. For SpeedControl
operation, refer to a current version of the SmartDrive User’s Manual, provided with the SmartDrive or
downloaded from permobil.com. Contact Customer Support for assistance.
WARNING - BEFORE USE: Read and follow all instructions and safety information provided with the SmartDrive,
the wheelchair, and any accessories. If you are unable to perform any tasks described in this manual, seek assistance by
contacting your clinician, equipment provider, distributor, or Customer Support.
Notes: SmartDrive MCU firmware version 2.2 or higher is required. With an earlier version of the firmware, the SmartDrive LED
will be dimly lit and the SpeedControl dial will function like a SwitchControl or not at all. In the SmartDrive MX2+ wearable
app or PushTracker mobile app: see the “About” section to check the firmware version; see the “Wireless Updates” section if a
firmware update is needed. Parts shown may differ slightly from your SmartDrive.

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PART ONE: Select L/R switch position and rubber insert.
L/R switch selection:
The SpeedControl device is mounted to either the LEFT or RIGHT side of the wheelchair
frame, depending on which hand you will use to operate the device.
Before attaching the SpeedControl on the wheelchair, check to make sure that the rubber
L/R switch (located on the back of the device) is in the correct position. Switch to “R” for
right-hand use. Switch to “L” for left-hand use.
Rubber insert selection:
Before installation, select the correct rubber insert based on the diameter of the
wheelchair tube. Then follow the instructions in PART TWO.
Note: If needed, use the circumference to determine the diameter of the wheelchair tube.
Use a measuring tape, or cut out a strip of paper, and wrap it around the tube. Use the
table below.
circumference (approximate) diameter rubber insert
2⁄ in (70mm) ⁄ in (22mm) #22
3⁄ in (80mm) 1 in (25mm) #25
3⁄ in (89mm) 1⁄ in (28mm) #28
4 in (100mm) 1⁄ in (32mm) #32
If the wheelchair tube is not round, use the rubber insert that provides the most
secure installation.
Note about rubber insert placement (see PART TWO instructions): During attachment,
you will be placing the rubber insert in the clamp. For correct placement, (A) will fit in the
round opening of the clamp, and (B) will fit in the cutout.
L/R switch
A
B
Rubber insert placement
(See PART TWO instructions.)

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PART TWO: Attach to the wheelchair.
The SpeedControl device is mounted on one side of the
wheelchair frame, in a location that ensures that you can operate
the dial without having to remove your hands from the handrims.
WARNING: Installing the SpeedControl dial too far from
the handrims may result in having to remove your hands from
the handrims during wheelchair operation, which could result
in losing control of the wheelchair.
If the wheelchair has screw-down seat upholstery, loosen the
screws and feed the clamp under the metal bar (then retighten
screws) to allow for the closer positioning of the SpeedControl to
the handrims.
Option A: Direct attachment
1. If using rubber insert #22, #25 or #28, place it onto the frame
tube. Otherwise, skip to 2.
2. Slide the square head bolt into the slot on the rear of the
housing.
3. Angle the clamp, as shown, and hook the top part of the
clamp onto the rear of the housing.
4. If using rubber insert #32, place into the clamp.
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5. Widen the clamp opening to fit over the wheelchair frame
tube. Pinch the clamp and housing together to force the bolt
through the hole in the clamp.
6. Finger-tighten the hex nut onto the bolt.
7. Tighten until secure, using the provided external hex wrench
tool or a flathead screwdriver. When properly secured, the
SpeedControl will not rotate.
8. Route the cable under the seat upholstery and out the back
of the wheelchair. Use the supplied hook and loop fastener
strips and zip ties to secure the cable to the wheelchair frame
and seat upholstery. Refer to the routing examples on the last
page of this manual.
CAUTION: Check to make sure that the cable doesn’t
protrude from the wheelchair, where it could get caught and
be damaged.
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Option B: Attachment with arm
1. Slide the square head bolt through the hole in the
arm attachment bracket.
2. If using rubber insert #22, #25 or #28, place the
rubber insert onto the frame tube and place the
clamp onto the rubber insert. Then skip to 4.
3. If using rubber insert #32, place into the clamp. Hold
in place onto the tube.
4. Hook the top of the arm assembly onto the clamp.
Pinch the clamp and housing together to force the
clamp over the bolt end.
5. Finger tighten the hex nut onto the bolt.
6. Tighten until the arm assembly is secure, using the
provided external hex wrench tool or a flathead
screwdriver. When properly secured, the arm
assembly will not rotate.
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