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Technical and operational guidelines. Please read this manual carefully and follow the safety and technical guidelines before initial use of the power wheelchair. Caution : 1. During the transfers the wheelchair should be turned off. Power off the electrical control before sitting in the wheelchair and before you leave! 2.
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12. If used in a vehicle, it’s mandatory to use the supplied headrest as well as a 3-point seat belt fixed in the vehicle. The wheelchair restraint must not be used as a safety belt inside of a vehicle! 13. Improper positioning of the mount of the recline actuator changes the safety limit settings. Please refer to the technical information provided in section 6 (Technical guidelines for proper seating section 6.2) 14.
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24. Never attempt to overcome an obstacle more than 5 cm in height without first stopping with the front wheels in contact with the obstacle at a 90° angle. Risk of damaging wheels and the wheelchair. 25. Only use deep cycle gel batteries designed and apporoved for use in power wheelchairs. 26.
Table of contents 1. Introduction 2. General User Guidelines • 2.1 Control Element • 2.2 Switching off of the controller • 2.3 Use of the wheelchair • 2.4 Operating environment • 2.5 Electromagnetic fields • 2.6 Risk of pinching 3. Warranty conditions 4.
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• 6.10 Seat tilt • 6.11 Recline • 6.12 Tilting the backrest 7. Control R-Net 8. Control VR2 9. Transfers 10. Free wheels 11. Lighting 12. Linings of the seat and backrest 13. Operating the wheelchair • 13.1 Crossing obstacles 14.
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• 17.1 Tires and rims 18. Transport of wheelchair in the car 19. Recycling 20. Trouble shooting • 20.1 Error codes of the wheelchair • 20.2 Error codes of the command R-Net • 20.3 Error codes of the VR Control2 •...
The controller for the wheelchair does not need maintenance. Never open electric or electronic components (controller, actuator, electronic box, etc). If your Magix6 wheelchair is not operating properly, please contact the dealer you purchased the wheelchair from immediately and avoid using the chair until service is performed. Your dealer will be able to repair and clear any faults. Do not use a wheelchair which has a faulty control.
When powered on the user’s feet must be on footrest. Changes to the programming can only be done by the dealer. All Magix6 electric wheelchairs are equipped with, at the time of their sale, a standard program which does not represent any danger for the driver. For all program changes, please contact your dealer (see first page for coordinates).
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(Danger of tipping!) The maximum slope of 17% must be respected and the maximum weight of the user must not exceed 140 kg. Note: The MAGIX6 is not intended to drive on soft or loose ground such as sand and mud. •...
This electric wheelchair has been tested to meet international standards regarding its electromagnetic compatibility. Intense electromagnetic fields which are generated by radiant devices within a certain proximity, (e.g. large transmitting facilities) can lead to operational faults on the Magix6 . 2.6 Risk of pinching and shear...
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The wheelchair must not be lifted or supported by the backrest, armrest, transfer mechanism or footrest...
This warranty covers replacement of defective parts only. The defective parts will become the property of the manufacturer. All other claims are excluded. Warranty claims are processed thru the local Magix6 dealer (see first page for coordinates). Exclusion of warranty...
4.0 Delivery/purchase of replacement parts The delivery and set up and programming of all components of the Magix6 wheelchair can only be done by an authorized dealer. The delivery must include the following elements: • Chair delivered in good order to customer with the seat adjusted to the height of the user.
6.0 Seat Adjustments The Magix offers you a multitude of settings so that you can find the ideal seating position. Headrest Side cushion support Upper Cushion Backrest Cushion Joystick Control Armrests Element Seat Cushion Clothing protector Footrest/LegrestLeg rest...
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Depth of the seat To adjust the seat depth the technition must: Remove the seat cushion Unscrew the screws 1 and 2 that hold the brackets with armrests Remove the 2 lower mounting scews of the recline cylinder or adjustment bar. Set the 2 brackets of armrest toward the front or rear to adjust the depth as requiered.
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6.2 Position of the lower mounting of the cylinder or adjustment bar of the backrest The attached position of the actuator or the manual adjusting bar of the backrest must be adjusted depending on the depth of the seat. For this you need to ensure that the number of free holes behind the base of the actuator or the manual adjusting bar coincides with the number of free holes on the base plate to the rear of the armrest support.
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6.3 Width of the base plate To adjust the width of the base plate you must; Remove the seat cushion Remove the 4 screws #1 Slightly loosen the 4-set screw # 2 Slightly loosen the 8 screws #3 at the rear of the backrest Adjust the width in a uniform manner on both sides by maintaining the center of the base plate Reinstall the screws of type #1 Retighten all screws...
6.4 Armrests The wheelchair Magix6 is equipped with flip back angle adjustableflipback armrests, adjustable in height, tilt, depth and width. Attention before folding the armrest always check that nothing has impeded its movement. Danger of pinching exists at the hinge of the armrest!
Headrest Note: If the seat is used as a passenger or driver's seat in a car, the use of the headrest supplied with the wheelchair is mandatory. should The headrest be adjusted to the height of the user's ears. In the event of a collision, improper adjustment of the headrest can cause serious and irreversible injury.
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To adjust the depth and the angle of the headrest, you must: - Loosen the screw #2 - Adjust the headrest to the depth and to the desired tilt - Retighten the screw To adjust the lateral position of the headrest (optional), you must: - Loosen the 4 screws #3 - Slide sideways headrest up to the desired position - Retighten the screws...
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Adjusting the footrest To facilitate the transport and transfers, the Magix6 is equipped with flip back angle adjustable footrest. To raise the footrest, it is necessary to lift the front of the footrest and pull back toward the top and toward the rear.
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Height adjustment of the footrest: The height of the footrest can be adjusted by step of 2 cm). To adjust the height of the footrest you must: - Unscrew the screws #1 (Retain the nuts at the rear of the gallows) - Place the bracket for the footrest to the desired height - Retighten the screws #1 Adjusting the tilt of the legrest:...
Seat Height The seat height adjustment is done with the help of an electric motor. Please refer to pages 34 or 36 of the owner’s manual according to the corresponding command. Caution: Never place objects in the space occupied by the seat elevator. It is good practice to turn the wheelchair once on its axis before lowering the seat from elevation, to ensure that there is nothing underneath the seat elevator.
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Angle of tilt of the seat cushion 6.10 • Electrical Adjustment For the electrical adjustment of the tilt of the seat base, refer to pages 34 or 36 of the owner’s manual according to the corresponding command. • Manual Adjustment To adjust the tilt angle of the seat it is recommended to make this operation with two persons.
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Angle of the backrest 6.11 • Electrical Adjustment For the electrical adjustment of the tilt of the backrest, refer to pages 32 and 36 of the owner’s manual according to the corresponding command. • Manual Adjustment To adjust the tilt of the backrest you must be: Press the #2- release located at the end of the pin #1 then remove to release the adjusting bar 3.
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Folding the backrest 6.12 For transport in a low vehicle, the Magix6 has the ability to fold its backrest down to the base of the seat. To fold the backrest, you must: • Unscrew and remove the 2 thumbscrews #1 •...
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7.0 Control R-Net The control R-Net is provided with a standard joystick. When turned ON it can direct the wheelchair in all directions. The wheelchair always follows the direction which is given by the joystick. If you move the joystick toward the front, the wheelchair will go forward. If it moves to the left, the wheelchair will turn to the left.
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Locking of the control The wheelchair has a locking control feature to prevent an unintended use. To lock the control : Turn off the control by pressing the on/off key until you hear "beep" Push the joystick forward until you hear "beep" Pull back the joystick until you hear "beep"...
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Mode Key Press the MODE key, for control menu of all seating functions. The first function that is displayed is the adjustment of the seat height (LIFT). A brief movement of the joystick to the left or right, will open a scroll down menu of different functions of the electric wheelchair Push jotstick foward or backward to select the desired setting.
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Inhibit Function and safety When you use the seat elevate or seat recline functions and have adjusted or extended them beyond the point of safe travel, the controller will automatically put the chair into a safety (inhibit) mode showing an orange turtle. This will allow the chair to move at a reduced speed.
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8.0 Control VR2 The control VR2 is provided with a standard joystick. If it’s turned ON you can drive the wheelchair in all directions. The wheelchair always follows the direction which is given by the joystick. If you move the joystick toward the front, the wheelchair will go forward. If it moves to the left, the wheelchair will turn to the left.
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Locking of the control The wheelchair has a locking feature to prevent an unintended use. To lock the controller : Turn off the control by pressing the on/off key until you hear "beep" Push the joystick forward until you hear "beep" Pull back the joystick until you hear "beep"...
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Speed keys The command has 5 profiles of preset speeds. Press the speed button left to lower the speed and the right one to increase the speed. If necessary, each profile can be set individually by your dealer with the appropriate software. Charge indicator for the batteries The load indicator informs the user of the remaining charge in the batteries.
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9.0 Transfers 9.1 Lateral Transfer 1. Place the wheelchair as close as possible to where you want to perform the transfer (chair, bed etc.) 2. Using the elevator function, if available to adjust the seat height. 3. Turn off the control. 4.
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Turn off the power Rotate the red lever (1) in the vertical position. The motor is disengaged. Note: If the release is difficult, lightly rock the MAGIX6 forward or backward to remove the pressure exerted on the mechanism. Engage the motor: Rotate the red clutch lever (1) in the horizontal position, the motor is engaged.
While learning how to cross barriers and climb curbs an attendant must be present. The attendant must have the ability to upright the Magix6 if it is tipped over.
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Caution: The first exercises must be done in the presence of an attendant, and at reduced speed until the user is confident with the electric wheelchair. For the learning of the crossing of barriers the presence of an attendant having the capacity to retain the wheelchair in case of tipping, is mandatory (chair 172 Kg + weight of the user)! To overcome obstacles of more than 5 cm in height, the adjustment of the angle of tilt angle of the seat must be less than 10 degrees and the angle of the backrest 100 degrees relative to the base plate.
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3. Stop. 4. Adjust the tilt of the seat below 10 degrees and raise the backrest of no more than 100 degrees relative to the seat base. 5. Accelerate to maximum until the rear wheels are over the obstacle. 6. Maintain exelaration until the rear wheels are over the obstacle. Important: Do not stop when crossing obstacle.
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14.0 Batteries and fuse 14.1 Batteries The wheelchair is equipped with two group 24, 12-volt batteries. Only gel GEL type batteries are permitted. The batteries do not require maintenance. To replace the batteries, you must (due to the weight of the battery it is recommended to perform this operation with another person): 1.
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Note: For travel by plane the airline must be advised in advance of the transport of the wheelchair. Note: To save batteries disconnect the main fuse under the battery cover when the wheelchair is not being used for long periods of time. At the latest after three months a full charge is necessary to avoid damage to batteries.
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14.3 Main Fuse The wheelchair is equipped with a main fuse calibrated to limit electrical damage to your Magix6. This fuse is placed in the front of the batteries compartment and can be replaced in case of overheating or current overload by an authorized dealer only.
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15.0 Charging of the wheelchair 15.1 Charger A 24v charger is included with your purchase. Make sure the joystick power is turned off before charging. When charging the wheelchair be sure to connect the charger to the wheelchair before connecting the charger to the power outlet. The connection is located on the underside of the Joystick control: Connection for R-Net and Once the batteries are fully charged unplug charger from wheelchair and power outlet.
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The distance the wheelchair can travel with a full charge strongly depends on the topography. On flat ground a distance of approximately 28 to 35 km. On steep terrain approximately 8-15km. It is recommended to have several small breaks when using the MAGIX6 on steep grade to avoid the motors overheating.
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17.0 Maintenance The wheelchair does not require special maintenance from the user. To ensure an ideal operation the wheelchair is to be taken back to the dealer approximately once a year or every 1500km whichever comes first. Please be attentive to the following points: •...
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If the wheelchair is used as a passenger seat or driver's seat in a car, the headrest supplied with the wheelchair is mandatory as well as a 3 point seat belt fixed in the vehicle. The safety belt on the Magix6 is not a replacement for the vehicals 3 point seatbelt and must not be used for...
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For all transportation and travel in a car, fixing of the wheelchair is mandatory. Attach the wheelchair in a vehicle by the points of ties or station of stowage advocated by New Live. Danger of tearing, that can cause serious injury or death in case of accident! If the wheelchair is used as a passenger seat or driver's seat in a car, it must be necessarily lower the seat height at the minimum and turn off the control of the wheelchair before fastening the 3 point seat belt, mandatory in a car.
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If the person must be transported on board the vehicle in the wheelchair it is appropriate to follow the following recommendations: If the person is sitting in the wheelchair, the wheelchair must face forward and must be secured by using a system consistent with the requirements of the ISO 10,542 or SAE J2249.
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No modification or substitution must be made to the wheelchair without having the approval of the manufacturer. In the event of an accident or impact, an inspection by your reseller is mandatory before it’s re-use. The occupant of the wheelchair is required to use the lap belt and the shoulder belt. The chest belt should not go over the neck and the lap belt should go just above the iliac bone.
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Note: The 3 points belt in a vehicle must be set under the armrests and get around the front armrests brackets. See next page for the correct position of the 3 points seat belt.
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(Empty Weight of the Magix is 172Kg with batteries) This section provides information on the anchor points for the wheelchair Magix Magix6 approved in accordance with the ISO standard 7176- To be transported in a car, the wheelchair is equipped with 4 anchor points conform to the Standard ISO 7176-19 indicated by the yellow hook.
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Front: Rear: Note: The user must ensure that the vehicle used for the transport has all the necessary requirements to safely transport the Magix6...
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Rail: The double ramps are not recommended for loading the Magix .wheelchair Magix6 . However in case of use of these double ramps , it is necessary to ensure that they are sufficiently wide enough and close, so that they are located under the casters anti rocker and that these casters can take support on the ramps.
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19.0 Recycling The wheelchair will be picked up by the local vendorand recycled in a professional manner. 20.0 Trouble shooting Each problem has its origin. The table below will help the user/caregiver to analyze and possibly to be rectify the problem before contacting the dealer: 20.1 Error codes Problem...
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20.2 Error table for control R-NET Error Code Translation Solution and/or cause Joystick Error Error of the joystick Do not move the joystick during ignition Low Battery Discharged Battery Check batteries and cables / eventually replace the batteries High Battery Battery too high Let get the batteries a rest M1 Brake Error...
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Memory Error Memory Error Restart until the modules will disconnect and the error disappear PM Memory Error Error of electronic memory Reprogram the electronic Bad Cable Error connecting cables Check the cable connections Bad Settings Incorrect programming Look for errors in the PC programming Module Error The module error Check cable connections / engine off...
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20.3 Error table for VR -2 Number of diodes flashing on the load Cause Solution indicator Batteries discharged or bad Check batteries and cables / eventually replace the batteries connection Error left motor connector Check the connectors Short-circuit left motor Check the connectors Error right motor connector Check the connectors...
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20.4 Error codes charger Errors Cause Solution Only the orange diode is on The charger is not connected to the batteries Check connections Batteries connected incorrectly (check the The red led flashes Connect the batteries in the correct order polarity) The red LED remains on Voltage too low, defective batteries Replace the batteries...
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- Power Systems and wheelchairs electric control - Requirements and test methods according to ISO 7176-14. - Climate test in accordance with ISO 7176-9. - Requirements for resistance to ignition of padded parts in accordance with ISO 7176-16. Model / designation MAGIX6 Class of device: Distance: Approx. 30 - 35 km on flat ground...
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Total width 60 CM (23’’) Total height minimum with backrest 93 CM (36 5/8’’) Minimum height backrest folded 66 CM (26’’) Seating Dimensions Height of the seat base 43 To 78 CM (without cushion) ( 17’’-30 ¾’’) Seat width between armrests 24 To 55 CM (9 ½’’-21 ¾...
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10 Km/h = 350 Watt 4800 rpm 23.8 /1 Brakes Electromagnetic PG Drives Technology Ltd Control Element VR2 90A or R-Net 120A...
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