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Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Service Manual

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  • Page 1 Service manual C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider...
  • Page 3 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 wheelchair. Your Permobil is designed to give you highest possible comfort and safety and to meet the requirements regarding safety and environment.
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  • Page 6 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider How to contact Permobil Permobil Benelux BV De Beitel 11 6466 GZ Kerkrade Netherlands Tel: +31 (0)45 564 54 80 Fax: +31 (0)45 564 54 81 Email:: info@permobil.nl The Permobil Group’s Head Office Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timrå...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Contents CONTENTS Introduction ..............................9 Serial Number labels ..........................11 Repairs ................................. 13 Adjustments ..............................95 Control system ............................109 Troubleshooting R-net..........................111 Cabling Owerview.............................123 Recommended cushions, seat plates and UniTrack rails..............129 Index ................................130...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    It is important that anyone who performs mainte- nance and repairs described in this manual reads and understands the content of this manual so that the work is performed professionally. Always state the chassis number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided.
  • Page 10 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Introduction...

  • Page 11: Serial Number Labels

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Serial Number labels SERIAL NUMBER LABELS Chassis Figure 1. Chassis identification number. R-net Power Module Figure 2. Rnet Power Module ID number. R-net control panel Figure 3. Control panel Rnet ID number.

  • Page 12: Serial Number Labels

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Serial Number labels...

  • Page 13: Repairs

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs REPAIRS Covers....................14 Batteries ................... 16 Wheels ....................18 Wheel Forks ..................24 Rear wheel suspension ..............25 Shock Absorbers ................26 Slewing brackets ................28 Wheel lock release cable ............... 31 Wheel lock release sensor............. 34 Magnetic wheel lock ...............

  • Page 14: Covers

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Covers Removing the seat lift cover 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height — Fixed seat post, Page 96. If the electric seat lift does...
  • Page 15 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Removing the front fender For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. CAUTION! If the chair is equipped with lighting, remove the chassis- and seat lift cover. Disconnect the front-light cabling at the connector fitted on the cabling.

  • Page 16: Batteries

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Batteries For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 10 mm. WARNING! Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries. A short-circuit can easily cause an explosion. Always use safety gloves and safety goggles.
  • Page 17 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly 1. Lift new batteries into the chassis using the battery belt. Leave the battery belt on the batteries. Place the battery with the battery terminals facing backwards, see fig. 9. WARNING! Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries.

  • Page 18: Wheels

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Wheels Drive wheels For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 8 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground.
  • Page 19 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Taking the rim apart The rim can be taken apart to make it possible to Assemble/remove solid or pneumatic tires. 1. Remove the wheel in question from the wheelchair. See Drive wheels, Page 18.
  • Page 20 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Casters For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 13 mm. • 1 Allen key 6 mm. Removal 1. Turn off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Lift the wheelchair chassis and support it on blocks so that the wheel is off the ground.
  • Page 21 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Replacement of inner tube 1. Turn off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Lift the wheelchair chassis and support it on blocks so that the wheel is off the ground. 3. Remove the wheel. See Removal, Page 20.
  • Page 22 If the wheel bolt is removed for tire service, replace it with a new, unused part from Permobil and tighten the bolt to the recommended torque. Also, inspect the drive axle and wheel rim for any damage. Damage to either part can cause the wheel bolt to loosen or fracture.

  • Page 23: Support Wheels

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Support Wheels For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 13 mm. The support wheels should always be assembled in the lower position, see fig. 18. Removing the support wheels 1.

  • Page 24: Wheel Forks

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Wheel Forks For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 6 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the wheel in question is free of the ground.

  • Page 25: Rear Wheel Suspension

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Rear wheel suspension For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 19 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Lift up and chock up the wheelchair chassis so that the rear wheel suspension is free of the ground.

  • Page 26: Shock Absorbers

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Shock Absorbers For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 10 mm. Removal Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 23. Shock absorber. Remove the front fender on the side in question, see Removing the front fender, Page 15.
  • Page 27 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Adjusting Before the new shock absorber is mounted, it must be adjusted to the proper value. Springforce The spring force can be set to suit different user weights using the adjustment nut (A). Increase the dimension for a harder suspension, decrease the dimension for a softer suspension, see fig.

  • Page 28: Slewing Brackets

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Slewing brackets Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 10 mm. • 1 Block spanner 17 mm. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height —...

  • Page 29: Slewing Brackets

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remove the screw and nut at the front of the shock absorber. See fig. 28. Figure 28. The shock absorbers front bracket. Open the battery cover on the side in question by loosening the knobs that holds the battery cover, and drop the cover down.
  • Page 30 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Fit the slewing brackets in the reverse order. Tighten the bolt holding the wheel fork in place with a torque wrench. Use a torque wrench to tighten the bolt to 15 Nm. CAUTION! Do not use a Pneumatic impact wrench.

  • Page 31: Wheel Lock Release Cable

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Wheel lock release cable Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. • 1 Block spanner 8 mm. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height —...

  • Page 32: Wheel Lock Release Cable

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remove the lock nut (1). Figure 33. Wheel lock release cable attachment at the magnetic wheel lock. 8. Screw in the adjusting screw (2) fully. Remove the cable at the magnetic wheel lock by pull- ing the cable casing forward and passing the cable through the slot in the cable holder.
  • Page 33 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly 1. Fit the cable at the magnetic wheel lock first, then at the release lever. 2. Adjust the cable sleeve length with the adjusting screw (2) so that the cable is sufficiently tensioned so that the wheel lock release sensor (see figure) is ac- tuated just before the cable pulls the release.

  • Page 34: Wheel Lock Release Sensor

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Wheel lock release sensor For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 8 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is accessed through a hole in the chassis cover. See 78 Circuit breaker/Battery isolator., Page 54.

  • Page 35: Magnetic Wheel Lock

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Magnetic wheel lock Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height —...
  • Page 36 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Pull the cable casing forward, out through the slot in the cable holder and detach the wheel lock release cable from the magnetic wheel lock; see fig. 37 Figure 39. Remove the magnetic wheel lock.
  • Page 37 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Using the adjusting screws, adjust the magnet wheel lock in accordance with the instructions on the back of the magnetic wheel lock; see fig. 40. Figure 40. Wheel lock adjustment is made using the two adjusting screws.
  • Page 38 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Insert a screw to align the parts. Attach the rubber seal with the drainage hole down. Be attentive to the position of the wheel lock release lever; fit the wheel lock so that the wheel lock release lever is aligned with the motor’s cable bracket.

  • Page 39: Drive Motor

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Drive motor Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 13 mm. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height —...

  • Page 40: Drive Motor

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remove the drive motor. It is attached with three screws; see fig. 47. Figure 47. Drive motor mounting screws. Assembly Fit the drive motor in the reverse order. Figure 48. Drive motor with gear.

  • Page 41: Manual Operation Of Electric Seat Lift

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Manual operation of Electric Seat lift If the seat lift does not work normally because the bat- teries are discharged or the adjustment device is defec- tive, the seat can be raised/lowered manually. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.

  • Page 42: Electric Seat Lift

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Electric Seat lift For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 8 mm. Removal Raise the seat lift to its highest position. To raise the seat on a chassis with an electric seat lift that does...
  • Page 43 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Identify the holes for Assembly the seat lift on the chassis - see fig. 54. Figure 54. The seat lift is mounted with four screws. 2. Identify the holes on the seat lift for the relevant con- figuration - see fig.
  • Page 44 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat lift sensors Removal Disconnect the seat lift cabling by disconnecting the contacts (2) from the General Module. Disconnect the contacts for the seat lift motor as well. See fig. 60. Figure 57. 1. Connection to the ICS Master module.
  • Page 45 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat lift motor Removal Disconnect the seat lift motor. Note the positions of the cables - see figure. 60 Figure 60. Seat lift motor’s connection. Remove the motor. It is held in place by three screws - see figure.
  • Page 46 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat lift belt Removal 1. Remove the seat lift - see Electric Seat lift, Page 42. 2. Remove the protective cover by gently pushing the four plastic hooks inward. See fig. 62 3. Loosen the two screws that hold the seat lift motor’s shaft.

  • Page 47: Fixed Seat Post

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Fixed seat post For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 8 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is ac- cessed through a hole in the chassis cover.

  • Page 48: Seat Support

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat support Removal 1. Raise the seat lift to its highest position. To raise the seat on a chassis with an electric seat lift that does not work normally because the batteries are dis- charged or the adjustment device is defective, see Manual operation of Electric Seat lift, Page 41.

  • Page 49: Control Panel R-Net

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Control panel R-net For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Remove the cable ties holding the control panel cabling in place under the arm rest. Note the positions of the cable ties for subsequent assembly.

  • Page 50: Power Module R-Net

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Power Module R-net Removal 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height — Fixed seat post, Page 96. If the seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defec- tive, the seat can be raised/lowered manually.

  • Page 51: Esp Module

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs ESP module For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 4 mm. Removal 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the chassis is equipped with fixed seat post, see Seat height —...
  • Page 52 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Identify the correct holes (the holes are marked with the chassis designation) and fit the ESP module to the bracket using the four screws - see fig. 73. Figure 73. The ESP module is held in place by four screws.

  • Page 53: Ics Master Module

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs ICS master module The wheelchair seat may be equipped with an ICS con- trol system, and if so, the seat is controlled from the sys- tem’s ICS master module. This is fitted in the wheelchair chassis.

  • Page 54: Circuit Breaker

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Circuit breaker Resetting The circuit breaker also serves as a battery isolator but is normally referred to as a circuit breaker. Circuit breaker replacement is normally not required; it is of the automatic type that can be reset when tripped.
  • Page 55 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Replacing For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Phillips screwdriver 1. Remove the seat lift cover and the chassis cover. See Covers, Page 14. 2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is ac- cessed through a hole in the chassis cover.

  • Page 56: Lights

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Lights For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. Removing the front lights 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is ac- cessed through a hole in the chassis cover.
  • Page 57 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Fit the front light in the reverse order. 1. Fit the light with the two screws, washers and nuts. Adjust the light to desired angle before tightening the upper screw. See fig. 83.
  • Page 58 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Removing the rear lights 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. It is ac- cessed through a hole in the chassis cover. See 78 Circuit breaker/Battery isolator., Page 54.
  • Page 59 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Fit in the reverse order. 1. Remove the protective tape and rotate the light/indi- cator until the text ”TOP” is pointing straight upwards. With the light in correct position, fit it by pressing it against the cover.

  • Page 60: Seat

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the wheel- chair is equipped with a fixed seat post, see Seat height —...
  • Page 61 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Separate the control panel cabling (1) and on seat equipped with seat tilt, the seat tilt cabling (2) at the contacts on the cabling. The contact is at the right hand side of the seat angle mechanism, next to the other cabling.
  • Page 62 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Assembly Assemble in the reverse order. Mount the seat using the four screws. See fig. 90. It can be mounted in three different positions, depend- ing on which chassis it is being mounted on and the depth of the seat.
  • Page 63 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mount the seat plates by first mounting them with the quick-mount clamps at the front and then the screws at the back. Fit the quick-mount clamps by pushing them straight into the holes. Figure 92. The seat plates on Corpus 3G are held in place by two screws at the back edge and two quick- mount clamps at the front.

  • Page 64: Unitrack Rails

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs UniTrack rails For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 6 mm. UniTrack rails are available in five different lengths that are used depending on the seat depth selected. Removal 1.

  • Page 65: Seat Plates

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat plates For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. Removal 1. Remove the seat cushion by lifting it straight up. It is attached by means of Velcro on the rear of the cushion.

  • Page 66: Backrest Plates

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Backrest plates Backrest plates are available in three different widths to fit most users. If you change the size of the backrest plates you will also have to change the cushion to one that is a suitable size. See Recommended cushions, seat plates and UniTrack rails, Page 129.
  • Page 67 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting 1. Mount the lower backrest plate by lining up the four "keyholes" on the locking devices and then sliding the plate straight down. Secure the position of the plate by fitting the knob.

  • Page 68: Armrest Height Adjustment Mechanism

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Armrest height adjustment mechanism For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. • 1 Allen key 4 mm. • 1 Allen key 6 mm. Removal Remove the backrest plates. For a detailed descrip- tion, see Backrest plates, Page 66.
  • Page 69 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs contacts on the cabling. Remove the joint for the backrest slide function, which is held in place by one screw. See fig. 103. Figure 103. The armrests are held in place by four screws. The joint for the backrest slide function is held in place by one screw.
  • Page 70 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remove the adjustment bar brackets, which are each held in place by two screws. See fig. 106. Figure 106. The adjustment bar brackets are each held in place by two screws. Screw the adjustment bar down far enough to be able to prise it up out of the groove on the backrest profile.
  • Page 71 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting Push the threaded rod into the backrest profile and at the same time screw on the driver (1). See fig. 108. Figure 108. Apply thread locker. 2. Apply thread locker (Loctite 2701) to the ends of the threaded rod and fit the two end pieces (2 &...
  • Page 72 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remount the backrest profile by fitting the bracket in- to the profile groove on the left and right sides. Slide the profile downwards until the stop on the bracket is touching the end of the backrest profile on both the left side and the right.
  • Page 73 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Remount the plastic cover on the back of the backrest using the two screws supplied. See fig. 114. Figure 114. The plastic cover is attached using two screws 10. Remount the backrest plates. For a detailed descrip-...

  • Page 74: Manual Legrest Adjustment Unit

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Manual legrest adjustment unit For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm WARNING! Do not subject the legrest to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing.

  • Page 75: Manual Backrest Adjustment Unit

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Manual backrest adjustment unit For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm WARNING! Do not subject the backrest to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing.

  • Page 76: Legrest Actuator

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Legrest actuator For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm Removal WARNING! Do not subject the legrest to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing.
  • Page 77 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting 1. Fit the rear fixing screw (M6x12) and washer for the actuator. See fig. 118. Tighten the screw using a torque wrench. Tightening torque 9.8 Nm. 2. Fit the front fixing screw (M10x60), spacer and washer for the actuator. See fig. 118. Tighten the screw using a tor- que wrench.

  • Page 78: Backrest Actuator

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Backrest actuator For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm CAUTION! Do not subject the legrest to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing.
  • Page 79 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting 1. Mount the front end of the actuator with the locking mechanism. See fig. 120. 2. Mount the rear end of the adjustment unit, fix into position using the circlip. See fig. 120.

  • Page 80: Seat Angle Mechanism

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Seat angle mechanism For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
  • Page 81 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs careful with the seat cabling. Remove the four screws that hold the seat angle mechanism in place. See fig. 124. The seat angle mechanism can be mounted in six different positions, depending on the depth of the seat. Note the position the seat angle mechanism is mounted in for future reference.
  • Page 82 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting 1. Mount the seat angle mechanism using the four screws. See fig. 125. It can be mounted in three dif- ferent positions, depending on which chassis it is being mounted on and the depth of the seat. See the table below.
  • Page 83 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs tighten the screws. Tightening torque 9.8 Nm. 3. Connect the cabling for the seat angle mechanism to the wheelchair's ICS Master Module. If the cabling for the ICS Master Module is already there, connect it to the contact that is at the front right corner of the seat angle mechanism, next to the other cabling.

  • Page 84: Fixed Seat Mounting Plate

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Fixed seat mounting plate For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
  • Page 85 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs careful with the seat cabling. Remove the four screws that hold the seat mounting plate in place. See the illustration below. The seat mounting plate can be mounted in three different po- sitions, depending on the chassis the seat is mounted on and the depth of the seat.
  • Page 86 The table shows mounting positions for standard model wheelchairs; accessories such as height-ad- justable footplates or a respirator shelf may affect the mounting position. Contact Permobil in case of doubt. Figure 133. The seat is held in place by six screws.
  • Page 87 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs WARNING! The seat is heavy. This work should therefore always be performed by two people. Be careful with the cabling. Mount the seat using the six screws. See fig. 133. Have someone help you lift the seat and then hold it in place while the screws are inserted.

  • Page 88: Legrest

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Legrest For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. Remove the leg rest's top cover by carefully pulling it straight out.
  • Page 89 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs WARNING! Do not subject the legrest to load when adjusting. Risk of crushing. Remove the front ends of the UniTrack rails, they are attached with a screw from underneath. See fig. 136. 4. Remove the front bracket of the manual adjustment unit/actuator.
  • Page 90 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Mounting Mount the legrest using the two screws and spacers. See fig. 138. Use a torque wrench to tighten the screws. Tightening torque 24 Nm. Figure 138. The legrest is held in place by two screws and spacers.

  • Page 91: Legrest Strap

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Legrest strap For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm • 1 Steel ruler WARNING! Do not subject the legrest to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing.

  • Page 92: Legrest Slide Bushings

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Legrest slide bushings Removal For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. 1. Set the angle of the legrest to its outermost position. 2. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.

  • Page 93: Footplates

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs Footplates For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Steel ruler WARNING! Do not subject the footplate to load during mounting or removal. Risk of crushing. Removal 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
  • Page 94 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Repairs...

  • Page 95: Adjustments

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments ADJUSTMENTS Seat height — Fixed seat post ............96 Seat depth ..................97 Seat width..................100 Backrest height................101 Armrest height ................102 Armrest angle ................103 Armrest height/angle — Individual adjustment ......104 Armrest width .................105 Thigh support .................107...

  • Page 96: Seat Height - Fixed Seat Post

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Seat height — Fixed seat post For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 6 mm. • 1 Allen key 8 mm. Adjusting the seat height The length of the fixed seat post can be adjusted to five different fixed positions.

  • Page 97: Seat Depth

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Seat depth For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. • 1 Allen key 6 mm. The seat depth can be adjusted to suit different users. There are seven fixed levels, each 25 mm. apart.
  • Page 98 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Adjust the seat depth by moving the front section of the seat frame to the required position. The rails with which the seat depth is adjusted are marked with the settings for each potential position.
  • Page 99 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Mount UniTrack rails of a suitable length for the seat depth setting. The rails are each held in place by two screws. See the fig. 155. Use a torque wrench to tighten the screws. Tightening torque 9.8 Nm.

  • Page 100: Seat Width

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Seat width For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. • 1 Allen key 6 mm. The seat width can be adjusted to give the user optimal comfort. There are four fixed levels, each 25 mm apart.

  • Page 101: Backrest Height

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Backrest height For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 3 mm. The backrest height can be adjusted to give the user opti- mal comfort. Adjustment is possible by moving the lock- ing mechanism on the upper section of the backrest between six fixed stages 25 mm.

  • Page 102: Armrest Height

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Armrest height For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. The height of the armrest can be adjusted to provide the user with optimal comfort. The scale on the back of the back- rest shows the current height setting for the arm rests.

  • Page 103: Armrest Angle

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Armrest angle The angle of the armrest can be easily adjusted to provide the user with optimal comfort. 1. Loosen the check-nut on the adjustmentbar in question. See fig. 163. 2. Adjust the armrest angle by turning the adjustment bars. See fig. 163.

  • Page 104: Armrest Height/Angle - Individual Adjustment

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Armrest height/angle — Individual adjustment For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 8 mm. WARNING! Do not subject the armrests to load when adjusting them. Risk of crushing. This type of adjustment is only performed in special cases.

  • Page 105: Armrest Width

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Armrest width For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 6 mm. The distance between the armrests can be adjusted to give the user optimal comfort. Adjustment of the left and right armrests uses three fixed levels, each 25 mm apart.
  • Page 106 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Turn the adjustment bar bracket For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Block spanner 10 mm. With the armrests set both wide and low, the adjustment bar for the left armrest angle can touch the rear actuator bracket for the backrest angle.

  • Page 107: Thigh Support

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Thigh support The position of the thigh support can be adjusted forwards or backwards to give the user optimal comfort. Slide the thigh support forwards or backwards to the desired position. Figure 167. The position of the thigh support can be adjusted...

  • Page 108: Trunk Support Height

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Adjustments Trunk support height For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 5 mm. The height of the trunk support can be adjusted to give the user optimal comfort. 1. Loosen the screw for trunk support height adjustment approximately 2 turns. See fig. 168.

  • Page 109: Control System

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Control system CONTROL SYSTEM The wheelchair’s control system can be programmed in order to optimize the performance of the wheelchair while also maintaining a high level of safety regardless of the wheelchair’s other settings and equipment. The control system can also be programmed in order to make adjustments needed for a specific user.

  • Page 110: Control System

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Control system...

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting R-Net

    The following troubleshooting guide describes a number of faults and events which may occur when you use your wheelchair, together with suggested remedies. Note that this guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service contact or Permobil in case of doubt. EVENT...
  • Page 112 Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair’s electronic control system. Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair. Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work.
  • Page 113 Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM-approved spare parts (contact Permobil for further information on these), there are no re- placeable parts in the R-net control system. Consequently, defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil-ap- proved repairer for repair.
  • Page 114 The system log is accessed by means of programming directly in the system (On Board Programming, OBP). Contact Permobil or your repair engineer for more information on OBP. Go to OBP mode • Select System from the menu.
  • Page 115 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Troubleshooting R-net Definitions of diagnostics messages When an error message has been displayed and the defective module has been identified, you can use the following definitions to determine the possible cause of the error and what remedial action is required to correct it.
  • Page 116 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Troubleshooting R-net Joystick Error The commonest cause for this error is that the joystick was moved away from its central position before and during the time at which the control system was switched on. The screen for a shifted joystick is displayed for 5 seconds. If the joystick is not released during this time, a joystick error is registered.
  • Page 117 If no new modules have been added: • Disconnect one module at a time and cycle the voltage. If the error persists after the checks listed above have been performed, consult your service contact or Permobil. Memory Error This is a non-specific memory error that may be caused by any of the system modules.
  • Page 118 Programming should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of control systems from PGDT. Incorrect programming can mean that the wheelchair is not safe to use. Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind if the control system factory settings are altered by programming.
  • Page 119 The necessary information on other tests is available in the wheelchair service manual. Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind that may arise when these tests are conducted, or that arise as a consequence of further relevant tests not being conducted.
  • Page 120 If any part is replaced without Permobil’s approval, the control system’s warranty lapses. Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind arising as a result of a component of the R-net control system being opened, adjusted or modified without permission.

  • Page 121: Diagnostics Rnet Led

    If any part is replaced without Permobil’s approval, the wheelchair’s warranty lapses. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R-net control system being opened, adjusted or modified without permission.
  • Page 122 Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair’s electronic control system. Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair. Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work.

  • Page 123: Cabling Owerview

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Cabling Owerview CABLING OWERVIEW Chassis...............................124 Seat................................126...
  • Page 124 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Cabling Owerview Chassis...
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  • Page 126 Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Cabling Owerview Seat...
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  • Page 129: Recommended Cushions, Seat Plates And Unitrack Rails

    Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Recommended cushions, seat plates and UniTrack rails RECOMMENDED CUSHIONS, SEAT PLATES AND UNITRACK RAILS Seat cushions, seat plates and UniTrack rails Seat depth Seat width Cushion (Length) Cushion (Width) Seat plate (Length) UniTrack rail (mm.) (mm.)

  • Page 130: Index

    Owner's Manual Permobil C400 Corpus 3G Lowrider Index INDEX Armrest angle adjustment ..103 Rear wheel suspension ....25 Armrest height adjustment ..102 Armrest height adjustment mechanism .......68 Armrest height/angle — Seat - Removal ......60 Individual adjustment ....104 Seat — Assembly......62 Armrest width......
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