Vermeiren Sigma User manual

VERMEIREN
Sigma
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L

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Content
Preface........................................................................................................................2
1Your product..................................................................................................3
1.1 Description......................................................................................................3
1.2 Options ...........................................................................................................5
1.3 Accessories ....................................................................................................5
2Before use .....................................................................................................6
2.1 Intended use ...................................................................................................6
2.2 General safety instructions .............................................................................6
2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair .............................................................................7
2.4 Transport.........................................................................................................7
2.5 First use and storage ....................................................................................10
3Using your wheelchair................................................................................11
3.1 First ride........................................................................................................11
3.2 Driving outdoors............................................................................................11
3.3 Operating console.........................................................................................13
3.4 Brake and free-wheel lever ...........................................................................13
3.5 Battery switch................................................................................................14
3.6 Moving to/from wheelchair ............................................................................15
3.7 Comfort adjustments.....................................................................................16
3.8 Battery status and charging ..........................................................................18
4Maintenance ................................................................................................19
4.1 Time of maintenance.....................................................................................19
4.2 Instructions for maintenance.........................................................................20
4.3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................20
4.4 Expected lifespan..........................................................................................21
4.5 End of use.....................................................................................................21
5Technical specifications.............................................................................22

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Preface
Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair!
This wheelchair is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced
according to high quality standards, guarded by Vermeiren.
Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this
wheelchair and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help
you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your wheelchair.
If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist
dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.
Important note
To ensure your safety and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it
and have it checked and serviced on a regular basis.
The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this
manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause
the warranty to lapse.
This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement
changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products
previously delivered.
Pictures ofthe product are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the depicted
product may deviate from your product.
Information available
On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version of the
information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates.
Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read
out by means of a text-to-speech software application.
This user manual
For user and specialist dealer
User manual of applied operating console and battery charger.
For user and specialist dealer
Installation instructions (Instructions for detail adjustments and (dis)assembly)
For specialist dealer
Service manual for wheelchairs
For specialist dealer
EC declaration of conformity

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1 Your product
1.1 Description
This Sigma wheelchair is easy to operate and can be used indoors as well as outdoors. The
wheelchair has a mid-wheel drive which makes stable driving possible. Depending on the type
of wheelchair and installed options, electrical adjustment of backrest, seat and leg rest is
possible.
The following pictures shows all parts that are relevant to the user. In the operation and
maintenance section, these parts are described if applicable.
Important parts
Before using your wheelchair, check the technical details and limits of intended use. See
chapter 5.
To adjust your wheelchair, see the comfort adjustments in § 3.7 and/or the adjustments
in the installation manual. Also consult our website http://www.vermeiren.com/
1. Backrest
2. Arm pad (2x)
3. Seat
4. Footrest B06 (2x)
5. Footplate B06 (2x)
6. Battery housing
7. Front wheel (2x)
8. Mid wheel/drive wheel
(2x)
9. Rear wheel (2x)
10. Armrest (2x)
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Important parts, continued
Important parts, continued
11. Front light (2x)
12. Mudguard (2x)
13. Motor with free-
wheel lever (2x)
14. Balance arm
15. Rear light (2x)
16. Battery switch
17. Motor backrest tilt
18. Push bar
19. Operating console
20. Connection point
battery charger
21. Console support
22. Identification plate
23. Calf rest BZ10E (2x)
24. Footplate BZ10E (1x)
25. Footrest BZ10E (1x)
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1.2 Options
Type
Description
SE30
Manual seat adjustment
SE34
Manual backrest adjustment
SE36
Manual backrest adjustment; max. inclination angle 30° with gas
springs
SE39
Electrical seat; max. inclination angle 20°
Electrical backrest; max. inclination angle 30°
(2 actuators)
SE40
Electrical seat; max. inclination angle 20°; one actuator
SE41
Electrical backrest; max. inclination angle 30°; one actuator
SE42+SE40
Vertical lift, max.300 mm
Electrical seat; max. inclination angle 45°
(2 actuators)
SE42+SE39
Vertical lift, max.300 mm
Electrical seat; max. inclination angle 50°
Electrical backrest; max. inclination angle 30°
(3 actuators)
SE43
Electrical seat; max. inclination angle 50°
Electrical backrest; max. inclination angle 30°
(2 actuators)
1.3 Accessories
Following accessories are available for the Sigma:
•Table (B13, B15)
•Headrest (L55, L58)
•Personal safety belt (B58)
•Crutch holder (B31)
•Side plates (SE16)
•Hip supports
•Locking system
•Cupholder (SE24)
•Luggage rack (SE28)

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2 Before use
2.1 Intended use
In this paragraph a brief description of the intended use of your wheelchair is given.
Additionally, relevant warnings are added to the instructions in the other paragraphs. In this
way we would like to make you aware of the possible misuse that may appear.
•This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
•This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport/transfer one (1) person with
a maximum weight of 150kg. It is not designed for transportation of goods or objects, nor
for any use other than previously described.
•This wheelchair is meant to be operated bythe user sitting in the wheelchair. You should
NOT use this wheelchair if you suffer from physical or mental impairments that may put
you, or other people,in danger whendriving thewheelchair. Forthis reason, consult your
doctor first and make sure that your specialist dealer is informed about his advice.
•Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
•Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in chapter 5.
2.2 General safety instructions
Risk of injuries and/or damage
Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured or your
wheelchair may get damaged.
Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:
•Do not use your wheelchair if you are under influence of alcohol, medicines or other
substances that may influence your driving abilities.
•Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient
temperature, solar radiation, heating devices or due to the motor drive during the ride.
Be careful when touching. Wear protective clothing if the weather is cold. After a ride,
wait until the wheelchair/motor has cooled down.
•Before switching the wheelchair on, be aware of the environment/situation in which you
are located. Adjust your speed to this before driving off. We advise you to use the
slowest speed setting to drive indoors. For outdoor driving you can adjust the speed to
a suitable speed at which you feel comfortable and safe.
•ALWAYS keep in mind that your wheelchair may stop suddenly due to a discharged
battery or a protection that prevents your wheelchair from further damage. Also check
the possible causes mentioned in § 4.3. Use your safety belt to prevent injuries.
•Your wheelchair has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and complies with the
standard, see chapter 6. Nevertheless, sources of electromagnetic fields may influence
the driving performance of your wheelchair, such as the fields of mobile phones, power
generators or high-power energy sources. On the other hand, the electronics of your
wheelchair can affect other electronic appliances too, such as alarm systems of shops
and automatic doors. We therefore advise you to check your wheelchair regularly for
damage and wear, since these may enlarge the interference (see also chapter 4).
•Only drive on flat surfaces where both driving wheels touch the ground and where there
is sufficient contact to operate the wheelchair safely.
•Alterations or substitutions should not be made to the wheelchair securement points or
to structural and frame parts or components without consulting the wheelchair
manufacturer.
•Make sure that your hands, clothes, belts, buckles or jewellery don’t get caught by
wheels or other moving parts during use.
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2.3 Symbols on the wheelchair
The symbols in following list are applicable to your wheelchair. Symbols can be found in the
relevant ISO standard (ISO 7000, ISO 7001 and IEC 417).
Maximum weight of the user in kg
Indoor/outdoor use (battery charger excluded)
Indoor use only (battery charger)
Maximum safe slope in ° (degrees).
Maximum speed
Type designation
Risk of entrapment
2.4 Transport
Risk of damage
Take action to protect the wheelchair from being damaged during transport.
The wheelchair cannot be disassembled without tools and is relatively heavy to carry.
2.4.1 Moving out of the way
Use the operating console to drive the wheelchair to its destination.
Otherwise, put the wheelchair in free-wheel mode (see §3.4) and use the push bar to move it.
2.4.2 Transport by aircraft
Since the wheelchair is equipped with non-spillable AGM batteries, it is possible to transport
the wheelchair (as a whole) by aircraft.
Consult your airline for the correct handling procedures before booking your flight. Before
handing your wheelchair over to the airport personnel, disconnect the battery from the
wheelchair, see § 3.5.
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2.4.3 Transport by vehicle, as luggage
Risk of injuries and damage
•Make sure that the free-wheel lever is in braking position during transport, see § 3.4.
1. Use the operating console to return your wheelchair to stable position, see § 3.3.
2. Remove all mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment and secure
them in a safe place.
3. Use a ramp to drive the wheelchair in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.
4. If luggage and passenger compartments are NOT separated or enclosed, fasten the
wheelchair frame securely to the vehicle using the six-points strap-tie-down system (see
Figure 4).
2.4.4 Transport by vehicle, as seat for user
The wheelchair has passed the crash test of ISO 7176-19: 2008 and, as such, has
been designed and tested for use only as forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle.
The wheelchair is tested dynamically with the ATD (anthropomorphic test device) using
a six-points strap-tie system and a 3-point occupant-restraint system. Nevertheless, the
user should preferably be transferred to one of the seats inside the vehicle and use
vehicle’s restrain system. The wheelchair should be stored as luggage in a separate
(cargo) compartment, see §2.4.3
Risk of injuries and damage
Use wheelchair's pelvic belt and the applicable three-points belt in the vehicle to prevent
head and chest impacts with the vehicle.
Do not use postural supports to restrain the user in the vehicle unless they are labelled
as being in accordance with the requirements specified in ISO 7176-19:2008.
Following involvement in any type of vehicle collision, have your wheelchair inspected
by the specialist dealer or manufacturer’s representative before reuse.
Securing the wheelchair
1. Make sure that the vehicle has a suitable wheelchair six-points strap-tie-down and
occupant-restraint system conform ISO 10542, and that both systems are not frayed,
contaminated, damaged or broken.
2. Use the operating console to return your wheelchair to stable position, see §3.6.
3. Remove all mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment and secure
them in a safe place. If not possible, secure them to the wheelchair but positioned away
from the occupant with energy-absorbing padding placed between tray and user.
4. Use a ramp to drive the wheelchair (with user) in the vehicle according to the instructions
in §3.2.1.
5. Position the user facing forward in the travelling direction, centrally between the tie-down
rails mounted in the floor of the vehicle.
6. Make sure that the user is sitting as upright as possible. If the user's condition prevents
this, carry out a risk assessment to evaluate the user's safety during transit.
7. Turn the operating console OFF and make sure that the free-wheel lever is in braking
mode, see §3.4.
8. The location of each securement point on the wheelchair is marked with the
following symbol:
9. Verify that the tiedown end-fitting is compatible with the wheelchair securement points.
10. Attach the front securement-strap hooks to the securement points (A+B) on the wheelchair
following the supplier instructions of the strap-system, see Figure 4.
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11. Turn free-wheel lever in free-wheel position and roll the wheelchair backwards to pull the
front straps tight, see §3.4.
12. Attach the rear securement-strap hooks to the securement points (C+D+E+F) on the rear
in the same way.
13. Turn free-wheel lever back in braking position, see §3.4.
Front side Rear side
Securement points
Securing the user
14. Attach the wheelchair’s pelvic belt.
15.Attach the user-restraint belts of the vehicle
according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer.
Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the
pelvis, so that the angle of the pelvic belt is
within the preferred zone of 30° to 75° to the
horizontal, similar to that shown in the figure.
A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred
zone is desirable.
Angle of pelvic belt
16. Adjust the belt tightly according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer,
consistent with the user's comfort.
17. Ensure that the restraint belt connects in a straight line to the anchor point in the vehicle
and that no bends in the belt are visible, for instance at the axle of the rear wheel.
18.Position the seatbelt buckle so that the release button will not be contacted by wheelchair
components during a crash.
19. Make sure that belts are not twisted or held away from the body as shown in figure 6.
20. Make sure that the shoulder-belt restraints fit over the shoulders, see figure 7.
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Belt restraints must not be held away
from the body by wheelchair
components such as armrests or
wheels.
Belt restraints make full contact with
shoulder, chest and pelvis.
Pelvic belt low on the pelvis near the
thigh-abdominal junction
Improper belt-restraint fit
Proper belt-restraint fit
2.5 First use and storage
Risk of battery damage
•Never completely discharge the battery.
•Do not interrupt the charging cycle; only disconnect the battery charger when the battery
is fully charged.
•Make sure that your wheelchair is stored dry to prevent mould to grow and damage the
upholstery. If necessary, use a protective cover.
•Check the technical details for storage, see chapter 5.
Ensure that the battery has been fully charged before using your wheelchair, ask your dealer
if this has already been done or not. To charge, follow the charging instructions in §3.8.
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3 Using your wheelchair
Risk of injuries
•First read previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT use your
wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.
•Also read the instructions in the operator-console manual and battery charger!
•In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer, your
care provider or technical adviser to help you with this.
3.1 First ride
Risk of injuries and damage
•Always keep the swing range of footrest and operating console in mind to prevent
bystanders from being injured or objects from being damaged.
•Always unplug the battery charger from the wheelchair before starting to drive.
•Make sure that you are familiar with the operation of your wheelchair before using it
in crowded and possibly dangerous places. First exercise at a specious, open area
with little bystanders.
•Investigate the effects of shifting the centre of gravity on the behaviour of the
wheelchair, for example on up or down gradients, on laterally sloping ground, or
when overcoming obstacles. Obtain support from an attendant.
•The surface of the controller gets slightly warm during use.
•While driving backwards, the speed is reduced.
21. Make sure that:
•the wheelchair is on a flat surface;
•the battery is fully loaded, see § 3.8;
•The motor is coupled, see § 3.4;
•the tyres have the correct tyre pressure, see § 4.1;
•the wheelchair is adapted to your needs and comfort, see §3.7;
•you have the proper sitting position, see § 3.6.
22. Follow the instructions in the operating console manual.
23. Switch on your wheelchair.
24. Turn the speed control to the lowest speed setting.
25. Exercise how to drive and make adjustments to the wheelchair.
26. If you feel confident enough, you can try to drive at higher speed.
27. Now try to turn, in forward and backward direction. Repeat this a few times.
28. Make sure that your wheelchair stands stable, when ending the ride.
29. Switch off your wheelchair.
3.2 Driving outdoors
Risk of accident - Adjust your driving behaviour and speed.
•Take the local road traffic law into consideration; it may differ per country. This counts
for driving on pavements, unpaved roads or paved roadways.
•Do not drive on roads with heavy traffic.
•Take the weather conditions into consideration. Avoid driving by moist weather, extreme
heat, snow, black ice, freezing temperatures; see technical specifications in chapter 5.
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•Even with your wheelchair lights on, it is not suitable to drive on public roads at poor
visibility (darkness, mist,twilight). Make sure that you are well visible, also during daylight
hours, by using fluorescent clothing and/or by using own lighting at the front and rear
side of the wheelchair.
•Be aware of other road users to whom your wheelchair may be an obstacle. Pay special
attention during turning and reversing. If you are not acquainted with how to drive
backwards, first practice in an open area. Indicate the direction you are intending to go
before turning.
•Try to drive straight in small passages to prevent getting trapped.
•Keep the braking distance in mind. Be aware that the braking distance depends on
speed, surface, weather conditions, slope and weight of the user.
3.2.1 Cope with slopes, kerbs, obstacles or ramps
Risk of injuries by unexpected movement
•Use a restraining safety belt to secure yourself sitting in the wheelchair.
•Pay attention if the road is sandy, has soft ground, holes or gaps that may cause
entrapment of the wheels and/or decreasing of the traction of the mid wheel.
•Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than the size described in the
technical specifications in chapter 5.
•Always approach a kerb from the front.
•Do not put your wheelchair in free-wheel mode on a slope. The wheelchair may start
moving, causing injuries to you or bystanders.
•Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator or stairs.
•Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load.
Risk of damage
•Always park your electric wheelchair on horizontal flat surfaces and on sites that are
easily accessible.
•If necessary, take a short run-up to speed up the wheelchair to mount a slope, obstacle,
kerb or ramp. Prevent that you or your wheelchair has to cope with a large recoil.
•Make sure that the wheelchair does not touch the ground or ramp due to the inclination
of the wheelchair.
•Be aware that the braking distance on downhill slopes can be significantly larger than on
level ground.
Procedure
•Start your drive according to the instructions in § 3.1, step 1.
•To move the wheelchair up or down stairs/steps, use lifting equipment or a ramp. If these
are not available, it can be lifted manually by at least three persons, grasping the frame
firmly with both hands. Do not use the backrest, footplate(s), armrests, or wheels to grasp
the wheelchair.
•To cope with obstacles or inclinations:
1. Adjust the wheelchair to its most stable position, see § 3.6.
2. Drive as slow as possible to cope with the obstacle or inclination.
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When you stop on a slope, the brake will work automatically to prevent the wheelchair
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3.3 Operating console
Risk of injuries or damage
•Be aware that the stability decreases when the wheelchair is adjusted from sitting-strait
to inclined position.
•Make sure there is enough space around the wheelchair to operate backrest and seat.
How to use the operating console is described in a specific user manual, enclosed with
the delivery of your wheelchair. If this manual is missing, contact your specialist dealer
immediately.
Put the joystick in the neutral (central) position before pressing the on/off button,
otherwise the electronics will be blocked. To release this block, switch the operating
console off and on again.
Technical protections
The operating console enables you to control all driving components and motors to adjust your
body position. For your own safety, and to prevent that the wheelchair gets damaged,
movements are monitored by the electronics. This may result in block of movement, speed
decrease or complete stop. Consult the user manual of the operating console for more
information.
To avoid accidental battery run down, your wheelchair is equipped with an automatic power
shutdown system. This system switches off the operating console automatically when it is not
operated for a while. If this occurs, simply switch your console back on.
3.4 Brake and free-wheel lever
Risk of injuries or damage
•Only operate the free-wheel lever when your wheelchair is turned OFF. An attendant
should operate the free-wheel lever. NEVER operate it from sitting position.
•Do not use the free-wheel mode on slopes and inclinations, see symbol on
motor:
Make sure that the free-wheel lever is in its braking position BEFORE switching the
wheelchair ON. Electromagnetic brakes do NOT function if the wheelchair is in free-
wheel mode. This is indicated on the operating console. Driving is not possible.
Your wheelchair is equipped with electromagnetic brakes. The working of the brakes depends
on the position of free-wheel lever (13).
The EM brakes function automatically, only if free-wheel
lever (13) is in braking position (A), see Figure 5. In this
situation, the brakes start braking if:
•the wheelchair is OFF;
•the wheelchair is ON and the joystick is released.
Releasing the joystick makes the wheelchair stop gently and
activates the brakes.
Operation of free-wheel lever:
•Turn lever clockwise (position B) to put the wheelchair in free-wheel mode. Now, the
motor is disconnected. The wheelchair can be moved manually.
•Turn lever anticlockwise (position A) to connect the motor to the drive. This should be
done before starting the wheelchair.
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Braking position
Free-wheel position
Operating free-wheel lever
3.5 Battery switch
Your wheelchair is equipped with a battery switch (16) to interrupt the circuit between thepower
module and batteries. The disconnection is used for safety during transport, maintenance and
repairs.
It is also possible to remove the battery switch knob to prevent that the wheelchair is moved
during your absence.
Battery connected
Battery disconnected
Disconnector end position
Battery switch positions
Operation:
Turn the red battery switch (16)
•clockwise to “I” to connect the battery to the power module [C].
•anticlockwise to “0” to disconnect the battery [D].
•anticlockwise, passing “0” to its end position [E] and remove the knob from the switch.
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3.6 Moving to/from wheelchair
Risk of injuries or damage
•In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
•Do not stand on the footplate(s) during transfer into or out of the wheelchair.
Transfer
1. Position the wheelchair as close aspossible to you when
sitting in your chair, couch, seat or bed.
2. Apply the brakes by turning the free-wheel lever to
braking position, see § 3.4.
3. Use the operating console to move the backrest and
seat to sitting position, see user manual of the console.
4. Fold the footplate(s) upwards to prevent standing on
them.
5. If necessary, turn one armrest back/up to make room,
see § 3.7.1.
6. Transfer to/from the wheelchair using the strength of
your arms or with the help of attendant(s) or lifting
equipment.
Sitting in the wheelchair
1. Sit down on the seat with your lower back against the backrest.
2. Turn the footplate(s) down and put your feet on the footplates.
3. Turn armrests down, if applicable.
4. Make sure that your upper legs are horizontal and that your feet are in a comfortable
position. Adjust if necessary, see § 3.7.4 and § 3.7.5.
5. Make sure that your arms are bent and are resting comfortably on the arm pads. Adjust if
necessary, see § 3.7.1 and § 3.7.2.
Adjusting to stable position
For transport purposes and when you need to negotiate obstacles, the wheelchair must be
adjusted to maximise its stability:
•Seat in horizontal position
•Backrest upright
•Armrests in bottom position
•Footplate folded up or adjusted to a higher position to prevent touching the obstacle.
•Operating console turned inwards.
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3.7 Comfort adjustments
Risk of injuries or damage
•The following comfort adjustments can be done by the attendant or caretaker. All other
adjustments are done by your specialist dealer according to the installation instructions,
see preface.
•Always keep the swing range of footrest and operating console in mind to prevent
bystanders from getting injured or objects from being damaged.
•Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles don’t get trapped during adjustment.
3.7.1 Armrests
Position
The armrests can be turned backwards (up) to make it easier to
transfer to/from the seat.
1. Push lever (31) of the toothed clamp (30) slowly down. The
arm rest is unlocked (in bottom position).
2. Turn the armrest up/backwards to its end position.
3. Pull lever (31) up to close the toothed clamp. The armrest is
locked in end position.
Angle
The same procedure is used to change the angle of
the armrest:
1. Repeat previous step 1.
2. Next, hold the armrest in the desired position,
while locking it with the lever (31).
3. Repeat this for the second armrest.
4. Make sure that both armrests have the same
angle.
5. Make sure that both armrests are firmly
secured.
3.7.2 Arm pads
The arm pads (3) can be adjusted in height (stepless) and angle (7,5° step):
1. Turn the star knob (32) a few turns
anticlockwise. To adjust the angle, turn it four
turns minimally.
2. Pull/push the arm pad lightly to adjust the
height.
3. Hold the arm pad at the desired angle.
4. Turn the star knob clockwise until it is finger-
tight.
5. Repeat this for the second arm pad.
6. Make sure that both arm pads are firmly secured.
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3.7.3 Operator console
The operator console has a swivel system and can be
turned horizontally to the left/right.
•Grab the control support (26) below the operator
console and move it left/right to the desired position.
3.7.4 Footrest B06
To remove
1. Pull footrest lever (27) and swing footrest (4) outwards.
2. Lift the footrest to remove it.
To install
1. Hold footrest (4) sideways and hang it in footrest
support (28).
2. Swing the footrest inwards until it clicks in position.
3.7.5 Footplate of B06
Angle
To change the angle of the footplate (5):
3. Loosen star knob (34) of toothed clamp (33) a few turns.
4. Turn the footplate up/down and hold it in desired position.
5. Tighten star knob (34).
6. Repeat this for the second footplate.
7. Make sure that both footplates are firmly secured.
3.7.6 Footplate of BZ10E
1. Turn the footplate up to make room for passage.
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3.8 Battery status and charging
Risk of injuries and damage due to fire
•Only use the battery charger delivered with the wheelchair. The use of any other charger
may be dangerous (fire hazard).
•The battery charger is only intended to charge the batteries delivered with the
wheelchair, not to charge any other batteries.
•Do not adapt any of the delivered parts, like cables, plugs or batterycharger. Never open
or change the battery or the connection points.
•Protect the battery and battery charger against flames, high and low temperatures (see
chapter 5), moisture, sunshine, severe shocks (for example dropping). Do NOT use the
battery if this has been the case.
•Charge the battery with the battery charger, indoors, in a well-ventilated area, out of
children's reach.
•First read the user instruction of the applied battery charger before charging the
wheelchair’s battery. For more information, contact your specialist dealer or consult our
website http://www.vermeiren.com/
Risk of damage
•Battery self-discharge and the quiescent current of the connected users will drain the
battery charge slowly. The battery may be irreversibly damaged if the battery is fully
discharged. Therefore, make sure that the battery is charged on time (see manual of
operating console).
•Read the storage and maintenance instructions in § 4.1 and technical details in chapter
5.
•Only disconnect the battery charger when the battery is fully charged.
•Do not charge batteries below 0°C. Move the battery to a warmer place and start
charging.
•Keep the connection point for the battery charger free of dust and other contamination.
•In case of any problems whereby the battery cannot be charged according to following
instructions, please contact your specialist dealer.
•For instructions on how to change the batteries, see the installation manual.
For all information on battery status indication, please read the manual of the operating
console.
It is recommended to unplug the battery charger from the mains when not in use. This is
to prevent unnecessary energy consumption.
To charge the battery:
1. FIRST connect the battery charger to a 230V AC power socket. Use the battery charger
directly, without extension cord, on the power supply (without time switch).
2. Plug the adapter in the charging point of the operating console.
3. Wait until the battery is fully charged. Consult the battery charger manual for more
information.
4. Disconnect the battery charger.
5. Remove the battery charger from the socket, let it cool down and store it in the charger
pocket.
WARNING
CAUTION