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  • Page 1 Service Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Replacing the Rubber Hand Grips ......................3.8.3 Replacing/Retrofitting the Push Bar ....................... 3.8.4 Replacing the Back Plates ........................3.8.5 Retrofitting the Angle-Adjustable Back with Pin ..................3.8.6 Retrofitting the Cross Tube with Back Guide ..................2 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 3 ..............3.12.4 Retrofitting the Drum Brake ........................3.12.4.1 Drum Brake 22"/24" ..........................3.12.4.2 Drum Brake 12" ..........................3.12.5 Adjusting the Braking Force of the Drum Brake ..................Appendices ................................ Technical Data ............................ Maintenance Schedule ........................discovery tmax Ottobock | 3...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    647G734=* 647G733=* 1.2 Support Your national Ottobock team will be happy to answer any technical questions. The contact addresses and tele­ phone numbers can be found on the back inside cover of the service manual. 4 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    10 Footplate 4 Hole channel for angle adjustments (2.5° increments) 11 Side panel with armrest 5 Locking pedal 12 Back frame 6 Rear wheel 13 Push handle 7 Knee lever wheel lock 14 Lashing point (option) discovery tmax Ottobock | 5...

  • Page 6: Safety

    14 Lashing point (option) 2 Safety 2.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury. WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury. CAUTION Warnings regarding possible technical damage. NOTICE 6 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 7: General Safety Instructions

    ► Changing the settings can lead to instability of the system as a whole. Verify tipping resistance after any changes to the settings. The sections that follow describe the replacement and retrofitting of standard and option parts on the product shown on the cover. discovery tmax Ottobock | 7...

  • Page 8: Maintenance Schedule

    The asymmetry must be on the same side on all adjustment tubes. However, the allow­ able adjustment range must not be exceeded. 4) Retighten all Allen head screws to a torque of 10 Nm. 8 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 9: Replacing The Adjustment Tubes On The Seat Frame

    6) Tighten all Allen head screws to the following torque values: → Item 1/2: 10 Nm → Item 3/4: Allen head screw – 8 Nm; counter nut – 10 Nm discovery tmax Ottobock | 9...

  • Page 10: Replacing The Push Bar Adjustment Tubes

    2) Insert the new anti-tipper. In order to do so, push in the tripod spring and allow the front pin to engage in a bore hole on the cross tube. 3) Visually check that the anti-tipper has engaged. 4) For adjustment, see the Instructions for Use (Qualified Personnel), reference number 647G734. 10 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 11: Retrofitting The Lashing Points

    To adjust the back angle, see the Instructions for Use (Qualified Personnel), reference number 647G734. 1) Loosen 2 x Allen head screws on the back plate/seat frame connection (see Fig. 11, item 1). The rear cross tube on the seat frame does not have to be removed (see Fig. 12, item 1). discovery tmax Ottobock | 11...

  • Page 12: Assembly B: Footrest

    4) Bring the footrest adapter to the desired position (see Fig. 13, item 2). INFORMATION: Note the minimum insertion depth. The footrest adapter needs to be secured with 2 screws. 5) Tighten all Allen head screws to a torque of 10 Nm. 12 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Footrest

    → Slide off the swivel segment. Replace if required. 4) Insert the footrest bar at least 40 mm into the swivel segment (see Fig. 19; similar illustration). 5) Tighten the Allen head screws on the footrest bar to 10 Nm. discovery tmax Ottobock | 13...

  • Page 14: Replacing The Pivot Bearing

    1) Loosen the size 5 Allen head screw on the footrest bar (see Fig. 22, item 1). 2) Slide the footplate off the footrest bar and replace it. 3) Tighten the Allen head screw to a torque of 8 Nm. 14 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 15: Replacing The Heel Band

    3) Unscrew the Phillips head screw on the heel band holder (see Fig. 25). 4) Remove/replace the heel band holder and the heel band. 5) Reinstall the heel band. 3.6.9 Retrofitting the Centre Footrest Preparatory Work ► If necessary: Remove existing footrest adapters (see Page 12). discovery tmax Ottobock | 15...
  • Page 16 4) Slide the footrest adapter onto the attachment rod. Preinstall the attachment rod on the front clamping piece with Allen head screws (see Fig. 34). 5) Slide the footrest bar at least 40 mm into the swivel segment. 16 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 17: Retrofitting The Single-Panel Flip-Up Footplate

    2) Preinstall the pivot bearings on the footrest bars (see Fig. 36, item 2). In doing so, set the pivot mechanism horizontally so that the footplate can be flipped up and down easily. 3) Preinstall the footrest bars on the footrest adapters (see Fig. 36, item 3). discovery tmax Ottobock | 17...
  • Page 18 Install a tilt limiter in this case (see Page 25). 7) Tighten all Allen head screws: → On the clamping pieces: 10 Nm. → On the pivot bearings: 8 Nm. → On the footrest bar: 10 Nm. 18 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 19: Retrofitting Anti-Slip Mats

    Only then is the support of the seat assured with extreme settings or when driving over rough surfaces. 3.7.1 Replacing the Locking Plate 1) Preparing for installation: → Set the seat angle to 30° or higher. discovery tmax Ottobock | 19...

  • Page 20: Replacing The Locking Plate Guide

    4) Put the glide piece in place and attach with a blind rivet Ø 5x20 (see Fig. 43, item 3). 3.7.3 Replacing the Locking Unit INFORMATION The manufacturer recommends replacing the locking unit as a pair on both sides. 1) Remove the locking plate (see Page 19). 20 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 21 It must be possible to depress the locking pedal to the stop without a lot of force. The mechanism unlocks completely in this process. Reference point: the locking pins are recessed 1 – 2 mm in the plastic locking mechanism housing. discovery tmax Ottobock | 21...

  • Page 22: Replacing The Locking Pedal

    11) Secure the screw connections of the locking mechanism linkage so it is free of tension (without pushing or pulling, straight in one plane). Use suitable slotted holes in order to do so. 12) Tighten all Allen head screws to a torque of 8 Nm. 22 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 23: Replacing/Retrofitting The Seat Plate

    4) Connect the seat plate and rear cross tube with 4 countersunk head screws (see Fig. 5, item 2). 5) Connect the seat plate and front cross tube with 2 countersunk head screws. 6) Tighten all countersunk head screws to a torque of 10 Nm. discovery tmax Ottobock | 23...

  • Page 24: Replacing/Retrofitting The Seat Plate Supports

    2) Guide the locking bolt with release button (see Fig. 56, item 1) through the recess. 3) Slide 4 mounting screws (countersunk screws) through the bores in the lower section and in the seat plate (see Fig. 55). Secure with hexagon nuts from below. 4) Tighten all mounting screws to 10 Nm. 24 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 25: Retrofitting An Ottobock Shape System

    3.8.1 Replacing the Push Handles 1) Loosen 2 x Allen head screws on the back plate/push handle connection (see Fig. 59, item 1/2). 2) Remove and replace the push handle. 3) Preinstall the push handle on the back plate. discovery tmax Ottobock | 25...

  • Page 26: Replacing The Rubber Hand Grips

    3) Attach the retaining band with pin respectively to the back tube (not illustrated). 4) Insert the pin on both back tubes: → Press the pin in (see Fig. 63, item 1). → Slide the pin in all the way to the stop (see Fig. 63, item 2). → Release the pin. 26 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 27: Retrofitting The Cross Tube With Back Guide

    8) Adjust the angle of the seat back: → Release the clamping lever (see Fig. 67). → Twist the back guide on to the cross tube (see Fig. 68). → Close the clamping lever tightly (see Fig. 67). discovery tmax Ottobock | 27...

  • Page 28: Retrofitting Back Systems

    → Standard armrest: Do not allow the armrest to protrude beyond the top locking position. Allow the latch to engage. → Height-adjustable armrest: Let go of the release lever. The armrest locks into place automatically. 6) By pulling vertically, verify that the locking mechanism is firmly engaged. 28 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 29: Replacing The Armrest Pads

    2) Turn the release button 90° (not pictured). In this position the channel forearm pad can be rotated freely. 3) Move the channel forearm pad to the desired rotation setting (see Fig. 74, item 2). 4) Let go of the release button. The channel forearm pad will be secured in its position. discovery tmax Ottobock | 29...

  • Page 30: Assembly F: Caster Wheels

    6) Install the new caster fork on the caster wheel axle. Ensure there is a spring washer between the caster fork and caster wheel axle (see Fig. 78, item 3). Tighten the hexagon nut with a torque of 30 Nm. 30 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 31: Assembly G: Rear Wheels

    8) Thread on the hexagon nut (see Fig. 82, item 2) and tighten it to a torque of 23 Nm. The wheel must be free of play and turn easily on the rear wheel adapter. 9) Slide the cover cap onto the nut from the outside. discovery tmax Ottobock | 31...

  • Page 32: Replacing The Wheel Attachments For Wheels With Quick-Release Axle

    → Ensure that the quick-release axle is seated in the wheel attachment so it is free of play. If this is not the case: shorten the quick-release axle. In order to do so, turn the hexagon nut on the quick-release axle clockwise in small increments. 32 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 33: Replacing The Rear Wheel Adapters

    1) Remove the wheels (see Page 31). 2) Detach the locking mechanism linkage from the locking pedal (see Fig. 89, item 1). 3) Mark or measure the position of the rear wheel adapters on the main frame. This makes assembly easier. discovery tmax Ottobock | 33...
  • Page 34 → see Fig. 89, item 2: 10 Nm → see Fig. 90, item 1: 10 Nm → see Fig. 89, item 1: 10 Nm (To adjust the length of the locking mechanism linkage, observe the information in the section "Replacing the Locking Pedal": see Page 22) 34 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 35: Assembly H: Wheel Lock/Brake

    → For the preliminary adjustment, the knee lever wheel lock can be shifted/adjusted on the side support of the seat frame with the help of the clamp fitting (see Fig. 94, item 2). → For the final adjustment, the knee lever wheel lock can be continuously shifted/adjusted in the slotted hole (see Fig. 94, item 3/4). discovery tmax Ottobock | 35...

  • Page 36: Retrofitting The Drum Brake

    Bowden cable and the rear wheel adapter (see Fig. 98, item 1). 6) Firmly install the threaded axle of the anchor plates on each rear wheel adapter. Tighten the fitting to 50 Nm (see Fig. 98, item 2). 36 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 37 7) If necessary: Readjust the Bowden cables. The maximum braking force should be attained within the first third of the brake lever travel when pulling the brake lever (Adjusting the Braking Force of the Drum Brake). discovery tmax Ottobock | 37...

  • Page 38: Drum Brake 12

    → Apply "medium" liquid thread locking compound to the inner side of the hexagon nut. → Thread on the hexagon nut and tighten it to a torque of 23 Nm. The wheels have to turn freely. 38 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Braking Force Of The Drum Brake

    2) Screw in the adjustment screw (see Fig. 106, item 2) until the scraping noise at the rear wheel disappears and the wheel runs freely. 3) Tighten the counter nut (see Fig. 106, item 1) until the adjustment screw is fixed. → The braking force of both rear wheels must be adjusted equally. discovery tmax Ottobock | 39...

  • Page 40: Appendices

    6 bar See the print on the tyre wall for the permissible tyre pressure INFORMATION Observe the safety instructions regarding air pressure and tyres (Safety Instructions for Use, subsection "Hazards due to incorrect air pressure/defective tyres") 40 | Ottobock discovery tmax...

  • Page 41: Maintenance Schedule

    Appendices 4.2 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance schedule discovery tmax Customer: Item Area Inspection (checklist) Function/setting Inspected for dam­ Screw connections (depending on equipment) age/deformation inspected Frame Main frame Seat frame Cross tubes Seat frame/main frame connection Frame accessories Anti-tipper Tip-assist Footrests...
  • Page 42 42 | Ottobock discovery tmax...
  • Page 43 · www.ottobock.com.au Otto Bock Bulgaria Ltd. info@ottobock.sk · www.ottobock.sk 41 Tzar Boris III‘ Blvd. · 1612 Sofia · Bulgaria Beijing Otto Bock Orthopaedic Industries Co., Ltd. T +359 (0) 2 80 57 980 · F +359 (0) 2 80 57 982 Otto Bock Sava d.o.o. B12E, Universal Business Park info@ottobock.bg · www.ottobock.bg Industrijska bb ·...
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