Adjusting seat depth and form Adjusting footrest height Adjusting footrest angle Adjusting foot plate position 7. Accessories and Equipment Wing Back multi-adjustable back system Sideguards Thermal bridge insulation for sideguards Expansion kit and bracket for sideguards Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
This user manual provides users and helpers with essential information about the design, functions, use and maintenance of the Wolturnus Rex 350 wheelchair for adults, throughout the rest of this manual this model will be described as the wheelchair. The manual contains the information necessary to ensure safe use of the wheel- chair.
A/S customer service at (+45) 9671 7170. Wolturnus A/S strives to provide full assistance to its customers in every respect and thus to ensure total satis- faction with the wheelchair. Wolturnus A/S contact information and a list of service locations can be found in section 13.
- or by contacting Wolturnus A/S customer service at (+45) 9671 7170. 1.7 Returns In the event that the wheelchair has to be returned to the supplier or to Wolturnus A/S, e.g. for repairs, it should be transported in its original packaging for optimum protection. Wolturnus A/S therefore recommends that the original packaging is retained throughout the lifetime of the wheelchair.
All information contained in this user manual must be complied with at all times without limi- tation. The wheelchair is constructed in accordance with applicable regulations. The wheelchair safety level is approved by CE certification and a declaration of conformity. Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
If this is not possible, and the user therefore must remain in the chair, there must be an approved, mounted docking system in the vehicle. Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
The user and helpers must always ensure that the chair and its safety features are in proper and safe con- dition before using the chair. • The electrical wheelchair must be inspected by a Wolturnus-authorised specialist at least once every year in order to ensure that the chair is in proper working order and safe to use. •...
• The electrical wheelchair must only be used by trained users. To ensure this, the user and any helpers will receive instruction in use of the chair from Wolturnus-authorised specialists. 2.7 Type Labels A type label is attached to the wheelchair. The type label includes the following information:...
3 Product description Rex 350 is a reliable and stable electric wheelchair with a top speed of up to 14 km/h (6 or 7,2 km/h is standard). It has a range of up to 45 km depending on the battery type and the terrain. Steering by an attendant can be choosed, if the user is not able to drive the wheelchair himself.
The wheelchair may tip over. Wolturnus recommends to use the anti-tip device at all times. Wolturnus A/S delivers the wheelchair ready for use. All configurations that are part of the order have been made or will be made upon delivery by the supplier or a consultant. The wheelchair is adapted to meet the user’s personal wishes and requirements.
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Delivery and preparation for use Image 4 Main components Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
It is advised not to disassemble the chair before transport, but to use CE certified products recommended by Wolturnus A/S, as mentioned in section 1.5, for more information contract Wolturnus A/S customer support at (+45) 9671 7170 or on Mail: info@wolturnus.dk INFORMATION Wolturnus A/S does not cover any cost related to accidents with non-approved external components.
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For longer standstills or heavy heating of the tires (e.g. near radiators or by sunlight) the tires can be deformed permanently. Therefore, keep sufficient distance from heat sources, move the chair in between or make sure you can cover up the wheelchair for long-term storage. Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
The wheelchair can be adjusted in various ways. When delivered, the height, width and angle of the seat and the back have been positioned in accordance with the customer’s order as received by Wolturnus A/S. Woltur- nus A/S recommends not to adjust the electrical wheelchair without the supervion of a professional trained by Wolturnus A/S.
Fold down the back upholstery and secure it to the straps. Adjustment of the back form and depth greatly affects the benefit the user gets from the chair. Wolturnus A/S recommends that form and depth are initially adjusted with assistance from a Wolturnus A/S consultant or from the user’s therapist.
Mount the front section of the seat cover and tighten the Velcro strap at the front. • Mount the seat cushion. Image 10 Adjust the Velcro straps Image 9 Remove the front section Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
Use a 4 mm Allen key and 10 mm single-head wrench to loosen the nuts on the bracket underneath the foot plate (image 12). • Turn the foot plate until it is at the desired angle (image 12). • Tighten the nuts. Image 12 Loosen bolts Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
• Push the left section away so that the bracket can be removed (image 14). Image 14 Adjust position Image 13 Remove bolts CAUTION! Never place full body weight on the footrest. Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
Accessories and equipment 7 Accessories and equipment A wide range of accessories and equipment is available for Wolturnus active wheelchairs. The most popular ac- cessories are described in this section. The full range of accessories and order information are available at the Wolturnus A/S website www.wolturnus.dk/en/products/.7.2...
7.2 Sideguards The wheelchair is supplied with Dibond sideguards as standard. A range of other sideguards made of different materials, with and without mudguard, is available. The full range of sideguards can be seen at the Wolturnus A/S website www.wolturnus.dk/en/products/ 7.3 Thermal bridge insulation for sideguards...
Side panel and armrest mounting nuts and bolts are tighte- ned. Screws All nuts and screws are tightened Controller Check controller functions properly before use NOTICE Do not maintain the electrical wheelchair when operated. Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
Cleaning and maintenance In the event of faults or missing parts, contact the supplier or Wolturnus A/S. Contact information: see section Wolturnus A/S recommends that the wheelchair is serviced at least once a year by the supplier or Wolturnus A/S.
To access the nut, remove the cover plug using a suitable tool such as a screwdriver. • The front wheel fork is then dismantled using a 17 mm wrench. Image 21 Image 22 Image 23 Replacement of frontwheel Dismantling of cover plug Dismantling of front fork Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
Check that the foot plate is horizontal and adjust the Footrest is lopsided Section 6.8 footrest height. If the problem cannot be solved with the aid of the troubleshooting section, contact the supplier or Wolturnus A/S. Contact information: section 13. Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
If the wheelchair is not ready for operation after switching on, the push function can be set by loosening the brake (see chapter 6.4). Contact Wolturnus A / S immediately after an emergency stop! WARNING! Risk of accidents due to uncontrolled driving behavior: When operating the electric wheelchair, uncontrolled movements may occur due to interference.
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Loose battery contacts Check battery connection Communication error between control panel Defective cable, loose con- Check the connections (joystick) and control nector Table 1. Control panel LED indicators, codes, error sources and solutions Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
Rear Axle - adjustability (Optional) Securing in Vehicles (Optional) Arm Rest Height Seat Tube to Armrest (AS) [mm] 200-300 Backrest to Front Armrest 280-290 Anti-tip Device Rear wheel 12,5” grey puncture-proof Castors 7” grey puncture-proof Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
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Front of Back to front Footrest SH-r Seat Height rear Inner Front Frame SH-f Seat Height front Center Caster bearings Back Height Total Width Height Armrest to Seat Tube Total Length Seat Surface to Rear Footrest Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019 Power Wheelchair...
Based on market studies and on its knowledge of contemporary technology, Wolturnus A/S has calculated that the active wheelchair, when used, serviced and maintained in accordance with the original instructions, has a five-year lifetime (excluding time kept in storage by an authorised dealership or the user).
Wolturnus A/S has a unique approach to individual user measurement and to subsequent tailoring of the chair to meet the user’s needs. Combined with the wheelchair’s high mechanical quality, this ensures that the user can use the wheelchair for many years.
Email: info@wolturnus.dk Webide: http://www.wolturnus.dk Webshop for purchasing equipment and spare parts: http://www.wolturnus.dk/en/products/ Wolturnus A/S active wheelchairs are CE and TÜV approved in accordance with the requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC for medical devices (Class 1) and DS/EN 12183. Power Wheelchair Wolturnus Rex 350 User’s Manual 2019...
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