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  • Page 1 VERMEIREN Forest 3+ U S E R M A N U A L...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Contents Contents Contents ........................1 Preface........................2 Your product ....................3 Description ....................3 Accessories ....................3 Before use ..................... 4 Intended use ....................4 General safety instructions ................4 Explanation of symbols ................. 5 Using your wheelchair .................. 6 First ride ......................

  • Page 4: Preface

    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.

  • Page 5: Your Product

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Your product Your product Description 1 = Backrest 2 = Adjustable arm pads 3 = Armrests 4 = Operator control 5 = Seat 6 = Lights (as option) 7 = Legrests 8 = Steering wheels (Front wheels) 9 = Foot plate 10 = Mudguards 11 = Battery cover...

  • Page 6: Before Use

    For this 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.

  • Page 7: Explanation Of Symbols

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Before use 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. Explanation of symbols The symbols in following list are applicable to your wheelchair.

  • Page 8: Using Your Wheelchair

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair Using your wheelchair WARNING 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! ...
  • Page 9 Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator or stairs.  Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load. When you stop on a slope, the brake will work automatically to prevent the wheelchair from running forward or backward.

  • Page 10: Operating Console

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair Operating console CAUTION 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.

  • Page 11: Moving To/From Wheelchair

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair Moving to/from wheelchair CAUTION 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.
  • Page 12 Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair 3.6.1 Armrest width Adjust the width of the armrests as follows (range 25 mm: step less / on each side): 1. Loosen the lever  on the back of the wheelchair just below the seat frame. 2.

  • Page 13: Suspension

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair 3.6.4 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. Suspension The strength of the springs can be adjusted to enhance your comfort.

  • Page 14: Battery Status And Charging

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Using your wheelchair 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 the installation manual.
  • Page 15 Using your wheelchair  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/ CAUTION Risk of damage  Battery self-discharge and the quiescent current of the connected users will drain the battery charge slowly.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    2020-01 Maintenance Maintenance Regular care ensures that your wheelchair is preserved in a perfectly functional condition. For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com. Time of maintenance CAUTION Risk of injuries and damage Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used.

  • Page 17: Instructions For Maintenance

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Maintenance Instructions for maintenance 4.2.1 Wheels and tyres Proper working of the brakes depends on the state of the tyres, that can change due to wear and contamination (water, oil, mud, …).  Keep your wheels free of wires, hair, sand and fibres. ...

  • Page 18: Reuse

    Forest 3+ 2020-01 Maintenance  Jerky movements;  Wheelchair deflects to one side;  Damaged or broken wheel assemblies;  Wheelchair does not switch on (blown fuse);  Wheelchair is powered but does not move, see 4.3.1. 4.3.1 Overload protection To protect the motor against overload, the motor is automatically cut off in the following situations: ...

  • Page 19: Technical Specifications

    Be aware that the driving performance is influenced by ambient temperature, humidity, slopes (driving up/down), type of surface and battery status. Table 1: Technical specifications Brand Vermeiren Address Vermeirenplein 1/15, B-2920 Kalmthout Type Electric wheelchair, Class B...
  • Page 20 Forest 3+ 2020-01 Technical specifications Brand Vermeiren Address Vermeirenplein 1/15, B-2920 Kalmthout Type Electric wheelchair, Class B Model Forest 3+ Maximum occupant mass 250 kg Driving motors 2 x 350W + electromagnetic braking system Batteries (non-spillable, maintenance-free) 2 x 12V...
  • Page 23 Service registration form Service registration form This product (name): …………………………………….. was inspected (I), serviced (S), repaired (R) or disinfected (D): By (stamp): By (stamp): By (stamp): Kind of work: I / S / R / D Kind of work: I / S / R / D Kind of work: I / S / R / D Date: Date:...
  • Page 24 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form what so ever (print, photocopy, microfilm or any other process) without written permission of the publisher, or processed, duplicated or distributed by using electronic systems. © Vermeiren Group 2020...

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