Summary of Contents for Motion Concepts ULTRA-LOW MAXX UPFRONT MPPS
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OWNERS MANUAL DEALER: This manual contains important safety, maintenance and operating information specific to the operation of the Motion Concepts UL Maxx Upfront (Anterior-Tilt Reach) MPPS. This manual MUST be given to the USER of the product. END USER: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
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This manual may not be reproduced or reprinted either partly or completely without previous written consent from Motion Concepts or its statutory representatives. This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make any necessary as they become necessary. Any changes made to our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product you have purchased.
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- 3 - (Please complete this information for your records and for reference during any warranty claims.) Motion Concepts S/N: Serial Number: Dealer: _______________________________ Address: _____________________________ Phone #: _____________________________ Purchase Date: _______________________ Power Base (Model): ___________________...
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a Motion Concepts power positioning system. Our goal at Motion Concepts is to provide you with the best possible seating system. Our close work with many health care professionals has given us an understanding of the challenges that you may confront, and has enabled us to design systems that will help to meet your individual positioning needs.
- 5 - Important Symbols in this Manual Operating your Motion Concepts Power Positioning System safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions and information provided in this User Manual. Setting up and operating the system safely also depends on your own good judgement and common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver and/or health professional.
Motion Concepts. The warranty shall also not apply to a product which has been damaged as a result of unauthorized repairs and/or by circumstances not under the control of Motion Concepts.
- 7 - System Identification Motion Concepts power positioning systems are identified by a unique device identification (UDI) code and serial number, which allows us to trace the production history of the system and better equips us to address any service issues that may occur over the lifetime of the product.
• Your Motion Concepts seating system may be mounted/adjusted on the powerbase over a range of fore and aft positions. It is the Dealer/Service Providers responsibility to ensure the final system mounting position provides you with maximum stability over the full range of seating positions.
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This could shift your center of gravity and cause the wheelchair to become unstable. • When a system is fully tilted or reclined, the front wheels of the powerbase should NEVER come off the ground. If this occurs, please contact your authorized Motion Concepts Dealer/ Representative immediately to resolve the issue.
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DO NOT attempt to adjust or disable the safety limits/lockouts (see also Section 4.3- Safety Lockouts and Limits). • ALL Motion Concepts wheelchairs are programmed with a drive lockout (DLO) limit. The DLO limit MUST always be set to ensure your stability is not compromised when operating your wheelchair.
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Your wheelchair’s ability to travel up or down inclines is affected by your weight, travel speed, angle of approach to the incline and the set-up/configuration of your power positioning system. For our Motion Concepts Power Positioning Systems, the maximum recommended incline angle you may attempt to safely ascend or descend (with the seating system in the full upright and fully lowered position) should not exceed 6°.
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Motion Concepts PPS Owners Manual; Please be certain to also read and understand the detailed safety warnings included...
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• ALWAYS check your surroundings before operating your Motion Concepts seating system. Make sure that the way is clear of obstructions throughout the full range of travel before operating any seat positioning function.
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- 14 - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER! Driving the wheelchair near motor vehicles may result in damage, serious injury or death. • ALWAYS be aware of motor vehicles when using the wheelchair. DANGER! Driving the wheelchair outdoors or in areas of poor lighting may result in damage, serious injury, or death.
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- 15 - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION! Risk of being stuck/stranded due to an electrical or mechanical wheelchair malfunction. • When operating/travelling independently in your wheelchair (without an attendant present), ALWAYS have a communication device (e.g.; cell phone, tablet, beeper...) accessible to call for assistance in case of an emergency.
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- 16 - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION 2.4 Transferring Guidelines (...cont’d) WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage Improper transfer techniques may cause serious injury or damage. • DO NOT use armrests for load bearing support when performing transfers in or out of the wheelchair. •...
WARNING! Risk of Damage, Serious Injury or Death if incorrect or improper replacement (service) parts are used • Replacement parts for your power positioning system MUST match original Motion Concepts parts • ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number (see Section 1.4 - System Identification) to assist in ordering the correct replacement parts .
Wheelchair Weight Capacity or the power positioning system (PPS) Weight Capacity. 2.6.2 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM (PPS) WEIGHT CAPACITY The weight capacities for our Motion Concepts power positioning systems vary depending on the type of seating system/module and the type of power wheelchair base onto which the system/module is being interfaced.
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- 19 - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION 2.9 Electrical Components (Wiring Harnesses/Cables/Electronics) All electrical components on your seating system are designed and tested to meet all necessary safety standards. WARNING! Risk of Damage, Serious Injury, or Death Improper routing of cables/harnesses may cause a tripping, entanglement or strangulation hazard that may result in damage, injury or death •...
(including brake release), and note whether there was a source of EMI near the wheelchair at the time of occurrence. Contact: Motion Concepts, Customer Service Department: USA (888) 433-6818 or CAN (800) 680-4191 IMPORTANT! Please refer to Section 9.0 - EMI Information in this manual for more detailed information and warnings regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference (EMI) on your Motion Concepts...
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Approved tie-downs straps MUST be secured at the designated/labelled anchoring points on the Transport Brackets- see section 2.11.3. • NEVER allow any part of the Motion Concepts power positioning system to be used as a tie-down point to anchor the wheelchair to the transporting vehicle.
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- 22 - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION 2.11.3 ANCHORING THE WHEELCHAIR IN A VEHICLE The wheelchair is to be transported only with Wheelchair Tie-down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) that have been installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and SAE J2249. Attach WTORS to the tie-down brackets in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and SAE J224 NOTE: A copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tie-down and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) for use in Motor Vehicles can be obtained from: SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA...
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• If the wheelchair does not perform to specifications, immediately turn-off the wheelchair and have the technician re-enter the program specifications. If wheelchair still does not perform to the correctly, contact the power base manufacturer or Motion Concepts Technical Service Dept. for assistance. 3.1.1 PROGRAMMING THE ROVI RNET REMOTE JOYSTICK CONTROL: IMPORTANT! For more detailed information on programming/configuring your joystick control please read the RNet Remote/Joystick Operators Manual (provided separately).
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- 24 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR DANGER! A malfunctioning joystick could cause unintended/erratic movement resulting in death, serious injury, or damage. • If unintended/erratic movement occurs, stop using the wheelchair immediately and contact your service provider or a qualified technician DANGER! An improperly connected joystick could cause loss of power resulting in death, serious injury, or damage.
- 25 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.2.2 WHEELCHAIR DRIVE CONTROLS: IMPORTANT! The following section covers instructions for basic wheelchair drive controls. Please be certain to read the RNET Remote /Joystick Manual and/or the ROVI Powerbase Owner’s Manual (provided separately) for more detailed safety, operating and troubleshooting instructions DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage.
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- 26 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.2.3 POWER POSITIONING SYSTEM CONTROLS: POWER SEATING MODE: The power positioning functions available on your Rovi-Upfront seating system may be programmed to operate through the RNet Remote Joystick.
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Recline or Tilt/Recline combined. This limit prevents the back angle from extending beyond the maximum allowable angle. Motion Concepts seating systems are typically preset at the factory to the maximum safe angle and do not require any further adjustment unless the maximum angle needs to be decreased.
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- 28 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.3.3 CENTER MOUNT LEGREST (AND SYNCHRONIZED LEG) FUNCTION WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage • ALWAYS maintain a minimum of 3 inches between bottom of the front riggings and the floor/ground while the wheelchair is in motion to ensure proper ground clearance.
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- 29 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.3.4 ELEVATE/REACH FUNCTION Elevate function allows users to raise their power positioning system up to a maximum of 7” (18cm) Elevate above the lowest seat-to-floor height of their system. The Reach function operates in conjunction with the Reach elevate function, and allows the power positioning system to extend forward up to 5.5”...
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- 30 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.3.5 ANTERIOR TILT FUNCTION The Anterior Tilt function allows the rear of the seating system to be raised and tilted forward in order to put the seating system in a more upright position.
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- 31 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.3.6 FRONT ANTI-TIPPER LOCKOUT DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Personal Injury or Property Damage. • Adjustments to the Front Anti-Tipper Lockout must only be performed by a Qualified Service Technician. •...
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- 32 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.4 Operating the ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS - Thru the Joystick IMPORTANT! Be certain to read through Section 3.3, Understanding the Power Positioning Section 3.3, Understanding the Power Positioning Functions, BEFORE operating your Rovi Upfront MPPS for the first time.
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- 33 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.4.4 POWER LEGREST FUNCTION - THRU JOYSTICK WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage • ALWAYS maintain a minimum of 3 inches between bottom of the front riggings and the floor/ground while the wheelchair is in motion to ensure proper ground clearance.
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- 34 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.4.6 ANTERIOR-TILT FUNCTION - THRU JOYSTICK ANTERIOR-TILT INSTRUCTIONS: (Note: the Anterior-Tilt (Reach) Function operates in DIRECT mode thru the joystick). 1. Press the Mode Button (1) on the remote joystick to put the wheelchair in power seating mode.
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- 35 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR DRIVE LOCKOUT (DLO): The DLO limit prevents the wheelchair from driving when the seating system is tilted and/or reclined and/or elevated beyond a safe operating angle/position. When the seating system/wheelchair is in drive lockout, a Flashing “RED”...
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- 36 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.5 Operating the ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS - Thru a Separate Switch Control IMPORTANT! Be certain to read through Section 3.3, Understanding the Power Positioning Section 3.3, Understanding the Power Positioning Functions, BEFORE operating your Rovi Upfront MPPS for the first time.
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- 37 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.5.2 POWER TILT FUNCTION - THRU SWITCH POWER TILT INSTRUCTIONS: (Note: the Tilt Function operates in DIRECT mode thru the 8-way Switch). 1. Press backward on the TILT switch (1) to tilt the seat backward . 2.
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- 38 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.5.5 ELEVATE/REACH SEAT FUNCTION - THRU SWITCH ELEVATE/REACH INSTRUCTIONS: (Note: Elevate(Reach) operates in DIRECT mode thru the 8-way Switch). 1. Press backward on the ELEVATE switch (1) to elevate the seating system upward .
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- 39 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.6 Operating the ROVI REACH PPS - Thru the Remote Attendant Control IMPORTANT! The RNet Remote Joystick MUST be powered on to enable the Remote Attendant Control. 3.6.1 REMOTE ATTENDANT CONTROL- FEATURE OVERVIEW: All Rovi-Upfront Power Positioning Systems come standard with an Remote Attendant Control, as part of our standard electronics.
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- 40 - 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS 3.0 PROGRAMMING OPERATING ROVI-UPFRONT MPPS YOUR YOUR 3.6.3 ATTENDANT CONTROL (Indicators for RDS and DLO) REDUCED DRIVE SPEED (RDS): The RDS Limit places the wheelchair into a reduced drive speed Indicator when the seating system is tilted and/or reclined beyond a preset angle, or elevated beyond it’s ‘HOME”...
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(i.e.; tilt, recline, elevate, etc..), as well as signaling the associated safety limits and lockouts (i.e.; DLO Limit, Reduced Speed Drive, etc..). Motion Concepts uses state of the art electronics to operate our power positioning systems and ensure the safe operation of your wheelchair system. The Upfront (Anterior-Tilt Reach) power positioning system is configured with our enhanced (M610 series) electronics, in combination with Rovi RNet power base electronics.
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- 42 - ELECTRONICS ELECTRONICS 4.1.2 REMOTE ATTENDANT CONTROL: ...cont’d) LED Indicator Up/Down (STD Mode): w Operates Motor Function Screen Display Left/Right (STD Mode): w Selects Seat/Motor Function Exit/Back Button Select/Save Button A. R EMOTE TTENDANT ONTROL EATURE VERVIEW w Attendant Controls- the Remote operates as an attendant control (and LED display) utilizing the touch switches to scroll through and operate the seat functions on the power positioning system (refer to Section 3.6- Operating Your Rovi Reach PPS Thru the Attendant Control).
• The angle at which the limit switches/lockouts are set is critical to the safe operation of the power positioning system. Improper set-up may result in serious injury or death. • Motion Concepts will not be liable for any injuries or damage sustained when adjustments are made beyond the factory recommended settings.
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- 44 - ELECTRONICS ELECTRONICS 4.3 Safety Lockouts and Limit Switches (...cont’d) WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage. • ALWAYS ensure the wheelchair base is on a level surface when setting/adjusting limits. WARNING! Risk of Death or Serious Injury if the Maximum Recommended Limits are Exceeded Safety Lockouts and Limit Switches should be set up to best meet the needs of the user without compromising the overall stability of the wheelchair.
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Tilt/Recline combined. This limit prevents the back angle from extending beyond the maximum allowable angle. Motion Concepts seating systems are typically preset at the factory to the maximum safe angle and do not re- quire any further adjustment unless the maximum angle needs to be decreased.
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- 46 - ELECTRONICS ELECTRONICS 4.3.4 FRONT ANTI-TIP LIMIT/LOCKOUT SWITCH The Rovi-Upfront MPPS is equipped with two anti-tip limit/lockout switches. These mechanical limit switches are designed to function as a safety feature to ensure the front anti-tipper mechanism is properly engaged/dur- ing the anterior-tilt function and/or the elevate/reach function.
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SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Motion Concepts offers a wide range of positioning features/options and we are constantly developing new innovative products to address the needs of our customers. The following information is provided to illustrate the various accessories and adjustments available on the Rovi Upfront Power Positioning System.
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- 48 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.1.2 SWING-AWAY QUAD LINK JOYSTICK MOUNT WARNING! Risk of Injury or damage due to improper set-up/adjustment • ALWAYS test the swing away joystick over its full range of motion to ensure there is no interference. •...
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- 49 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Installation Instructions: (refer to Fig. 1 - Fig. 5) Right Mounting 1. Remove the existing joystick control from the joystick Configuration mount on the Rovi-X3 wheelchair (retain all hardware). Shown 2.
- 50 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.2.1 CELL PHONE HOLDER INSTALLATION: (...cont’d) pull open to insert phone or electronic device Spring Loaded Cell Phone Holder Right Mounting Configuration Shown Fig. 4 Fig. 5 5.3 Armrest Adjustments WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage.
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To prevent the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the armrests, transfers should be performed using designated transfer handles, and in the presence of an attendant whenever possible. Motion Concepts seat mounted cantilever armrests are mounted to the seat frame ultra-rail allowing optimal positioning and independent adjustment:...
- 52 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.3 SEAT MOUNTED CANTILEVER ARMRESTS (...cont’d) WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage. • Before travelling in your wheelchair and/or operating your power positioning system, always ensure the armrests are securely locked in place.
- 53 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS v) Flip Back Feature: 2. Armest may be lifted upward to provide 1. lift release lever/handle clearance and allow to unlock armrest for side transfers vi) OPTIONAL Elbow Block Mount An optional Elbow Block Mount may be installed at the time of order, or may be added to an existing seat mounted Cantilever Armrest.
- 54 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.4 CANE MOUNTED TILT-ONLY CANTILEVER ARMRESTS WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage. • When performing transfer activities into and out of the wheelchair, DO NOT use the armrest for load bearing support.
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- 55 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ii) Offset Cantilever Arm Height Adjustments: If desired, the left & right cantilever armrest can be offset from each other by up to 1.5” (38mm). (Adjustments are available in 3/4”(19mm) increments). 1.
- 56 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.4 CANE MOUNTED TILT-ONLY CANTILEVER ARMRESTS (...cont’d) B. A RMREST NGLE DJUSTMENTS If desired, the left and right cantilever armrests can be independently adjusted to alter the angle of the armrest relative to the seat frame.
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- 57 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS D. S PREADER IDTH DJUSTMENT The spreader bar assembly on the tilt-only cantilever armrest can be adjusted to compensate for a change in the seat width or back cane width (eg. endomorph back canes). There are four (4) spreadbar sizes/ configurations available to accomodate the range of seat/back cane widths available.
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- 58 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.3.5 CANE MOUNTED RECLINE CANTILEVER ARMRESTS: WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage. • When performing transfer activities into and out of the wheelchair, DO NOT use the armrest for load bearing support.
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- 59 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS (...cont’d) ECLINE ANTILEVER RMREST DJUSTMENT Figure 1.0 Cane Mounted Cantilever Armrest: Height and Angle Adjustment Initial Angle is controlled via the Push Rod Ass’y. Armrest Typical set-up = 0°(horizontal) when system is fully upright Receiver Mount Cantilever Armrest Tube...
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- 60 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.4 Arm Pads 5.4.1 MODULAR ARM PAD - INSTALLATION/ADJUSTMENT: 1. Using the hardware provided, install the moulded arm pad tray onto the armrest tube in the pre-determined mounting orientation (see Figure 1.0) and arm pad position (see width &...
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- 61 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.4.2 OPTIONAL ARM PAD INSTALLATION: Our tilt, recline and/or cantilever armrest tubes are designed to fit most standard tube mounted armrest pads available in the marketplace. Arm pad selection is typically made at the time of ordering, and will be pre- installed on the armrest tube, however arm pads can be readily swapped out if necessary.
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• NEVER use the Multi Axis Support (Arm Pad) as a support when transferring in or out of the seating system. • DO NOT substitute hardware. All hardware used in the assembly of Motion Concepts seating systems and accessories is high strength. Use only the hardware provided.
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- 63 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS B. A (Refer to Fig 2a/2b below) NSTALLATION 1. Install the clamping bar into the extruded track* in the bottom of the selected arm pad (see Fig. 2a). *Note: three optional mounting tracks (Fig.
If you require a seat width adjustment, please contact your Local Service Provider for assistance. Motion Concepts power positioning systems are designed to allow for width adjustments when necessary, and/or to accommodate growth over the expected service life of your seating system. The range of available seat width adjustment varies depending on the size of seat frame installed: Standard Adult Drop Seat: W...
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- 65 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.7.1 SEAT DEPTH (ULTRA RAIL) ADJUSTMENTS: Seat depth adjustments on the Rovi Reach power positioning system are achieved by adjusting the Ultra- Rails on each side of the seat frame (see Fig. 1 & Fig. 2). Ultra-rail adjustments will modify the overall seat depth relative to the back canes.
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- 66 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.9 Center Mount Front Riggings The Rovi Upfront MPPS is available with a Maxx LNX Power Center Mount Legrest or a Maxx Fixed CM Legrest. The following section illustrates the basic adjustments available on these center mount legrests. WARNING! Risk of injury or damage •...
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- 67 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.9.1 CENTER MOUNT LEGREST HANGER ASSEMBLY (FOR SYNCHRONIZED LEG) WARNING! Your CM Legrest Hanger Assembly (Fig 1.0) has been set-up/adjusted to ensure the synchronized legrest operates properly during the Elevate/Reach and/or Anterior-Tilt function. Modifications to the original mounting set-up may result in serious damage to the seating system.
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- 68 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.9.2 CENTER MOUNT LEGREST: FOOT PLATFORM & FOOTPLATE ADJUSTMENTS: i) CM Foot Platform Angle Adjustment Our center mount foot platforms are angle adjustable via a set screw at the rear of the foot platform. Increasing or decreasing the screw depth will alter the angle of the platform as illustrated below.
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- 69 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS iii) Center Mount Foot Platform- Flip-Up Adjustment Your CM legrest has a flip-up foot platform feature to provide leg and foot clearance when transferring to and from the front of the wheelchair. The foot platform can be manually raised/flipped-up to remain perpendicular to the ground as indicated in Fig 1.
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- 70 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS (KTH) A DJUSTMENTS IXED 1. Loosen the adjustment screws (x2) on the extension bracket, and slide/adjust the extension bracket/foot platform to the desired KTH Length. 2. Fully tighten all adjustment screws on the extension bracket to secure the foot platform into position. IMPORTANT! Following any KTH adjustment, always ensure there is no collision interference with the front casters or wheelchair chasis, and that sufficient ground clearance is provided.
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- 71 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.10 Calf Pad Adjustments 5.10.1 MAXX FIXED CENTER MOUNT LEGREST - CALF PAD ADJUSTMENTS i) Calf Pad Adjustments for Short KTH Lengths (9”-13” (23cm-33cm)) B. C A. S KTH A The depth of the calf pads can be EPTH...
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- 72 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.10.2 MAXX LNX POWER CENTER MOUNT LEGREST - CALF PAD ADJUSTMENT i) LNX Calf Pad Height Adjustment: The overall calf pad height/position on the Maxx LNX CM Legrest can be adjusted via the calf pad mounting plate (both pads are adjusted at once).
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- 73 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.10.3 CALF PAD MOUNTING BRACKET CONFIGURATIONS The following calf pad mounting configurations are applicable to the Fixed CM Legrest and LNX Power CM Legrest. The calf pads may be adjusted independently on their respective mounting bracket using the mounting screws at the rear of the calf pads.
- 74 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.11 Back Adjustments 5.11.1 BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENTS FOR TILT ONLY SYSTEMS The tilt back cane angle can be manually adjusted to one of nine preset angles (see image below). There is a total available adjustment range of 40°...
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- 75 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.11.2 BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS FOR REHAB BACK SYSTEMS For systems equipped with standard Motion Concepts Rehab Backs, the back height can be easily adjusted along the length of the tilt back canes if necessary. Height adjustments can be made by adjusting the overall height (position) of the mounting rail on the tilt back canes.
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- 76 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.11.3 EXTENDED SHEAR REDUCTION (ESR) FOR RECLINE SYSTEMS WARNING! Risk of system damage • Improper adjustment, may cause damage to the ESR linkages and/or recline actuator. Following any adjustment, always test the ESR function over the full range of recline to ensure that no binding or collision interference occurs with any part of the seating system (including headrest hardware).
- 77 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.12 Lateral Trunk Support Adjustments WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage. • When performing transfer activities into and out of the wheelchair, DO NOT use the Lateral Supports for load bearing support.
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- 78 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.13 Lateral Hip Support Adjustments WARNING! Risk of serious injury or damage. • When performing transfer activities into and out of the wheelchair, DO NOT use the Hip Pads for load bearing support.
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- 79 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.13.12 MAXX FIXED MOUNT LATERAL HIP SUPPORT Hip Support Lock/Release: Note: Pad sizes may vary from shown Loosen knob or set-screw (not shown) to unlock hip support Ultra-Rail Pad Depth Adjustment: Pad Height Adjustments:...
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- 80 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.14 Maxx Transfer Handles WARNING! Risk of Falling and Serious Injury. •PRIOR to performing any transfer activities, ALWAYS ensure the transfer handle(s) are locked into position (with the ‘pull-pin’ fully inserted); NEVER attempt a transfer when the pull-pin is removed. •The transfer handle mounting hardware should be inspected regularly to ensure it remains secured to the seat side rail and does not slide of shift during use.
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Matrx Elan headrest pads. The headrest clamp hardware provided is designed to install into existing mounting holes on the Motion Concepts back pan. The following sections include set-up and installation instructions for the various headrest options available.
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- 82 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.15.2 BASIC HEADREST PAD AND HARDWARE: Basic Headrest- Pad/Hardware Installation & Adjustment: Basic Headrest- 1. Using the hardware provided, align and install the headrest clamp assembly into the existing mounting holes in the back pan (1).
5.15.4 ELAN HEADREST HARDWARE (MEHW) & MATRX ELAN MINI HARDWARE (MEMH): The Elan Headrest Hardware may be combined with any OEM headrest pad fitted with standard lock-ball and collar hardware, including Motion Concepts Elan Headrest Pads (see Section 5.18.1). CAUTION! To ensure the Elan Headrest Hardware/Linkages remain secure following adjustment, be certain to adhere to the following Cautions.
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- 84 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS MEHW and MEMH Installation/Adjustment Instructions: (...cont’d) 5. Adjust the headrest position (depth/angle), as necessary, by loosening the three pivot/linkage adjustment screws (see Fig. 2.). Once the final headrest position is established, fully tighten all adjustment screws. 6.
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- 85 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.15.5 HEADREST HARDWARE SET-UP: FOR RECLINE & ESR SYSTEMS WARNING! Risk of System Damage During Recline/ESR. Improper installation of your headrest hardware may result in collision interference between the headrest post and the recline pushbar and/or remote attendant control •...
- 86 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.16 Postural Belts Your postural belt or seat positioning belt may be factory installed to the wheelchair or may be retrofitted by your specialist dealer. A retrofitted postural belt should only be installed by a Qualified Technican. Ensure your Dealer has informed you about proper fitting and usage of your postural belt.
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- 87 - SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 5.16.2 POSTURAL BELT INSTALLATION (ON UL MAXX SYSTEMS): WITH STANDARD BELT WITH BODYPOINT BELT Square Nut Access Slot -Loosely Secure Belt End to Cap Screw with Washers and Hex Nut -Fasten Cap Screw to Square Nut and Tighten -Slight Deformation of Washer at...
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- 88 - 6.0 SYSTEM INSTALLATION/ ADJUSTMENT REVIEW 6.0 SYSTEM INSTALLATION/ ADJUSTMENT REVIEW IMPORTANT! Following any installation, set-up and/or adjustment related to the power positioning system always test the system over its full range of positioning functions to ensure all motors, safety limits are functioning correctly.
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Power Base Owners Manual for important information on battery charging and proper battery care). SEMI-ANNUAL SERVICE INSPECTION: • To ensure your power positioning system is operating properly and safely, Motion Concepts recommends a complete system inspection be performed every six (6) months by a Qualified Service Technician. Contact your local Service Provider to schedule an inspection.
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DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage if incorrect or improper replacement (service) parts are used • Replacement parts for your power positioning system MUST match original Motion Concepts parts • ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number (see Section 1.4 - System Identification) to assist...
- 91 - 7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE 7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE 7.2 Maintenance Inspection Checklist 6 Months Task Delivery Monthly Periodically (Service) Batteries Load test batteries (individually) Ensure batteries are clean (free from corrosion/ moisture/ dirt) Ensure connections are tight and clean Electrical / Wiring Harnesses Check wire routing &...
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IMPORTANT! To maintain the smooth operation of your Power Positioning System, periodical lubrication of the main pivot points is recommended. Motion Concepts Seating Systems are pre-lubricated at the factory, however occasional lubrication using a general purpose oil will help to maintain optimal performance of your seating system.
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- 93 - 7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE 7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE 7.5 Battery Charging WARNING! For detailed information on charging your powerbase batteries, please be certain to read and follow the instructions provided by the powerbase manufacturer & the battery charger manufacturer. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BATTERY CHARGING: •...
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- 95 - 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 Performance Troubleshooting: IMPORTANT! For additional troubleshooting information regarding the wheelchair powerbase and electronics, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Power Wheelchair Base Owner’s Manual (provided separately) Symptom Probable Cause Solutions Return seating system to neutral (home) System tilted and/or elevated beyond Wheelchair power is ON, but...
- 96 - ELECTRO-MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) INFORMATION ELECTRO-MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) INFORMATION ELECTRO-MAGNETIC INTERFERENCE WARNING WARNING! It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference (EMI) on your Motion Concepts modular power positioning system (MPPS) and your powered wheelchair base. Please also be certain to read the EMI Warnings provided in the user manual for your wheelchair power base.
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EMI. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection. The following Motion Concepts MPPS configuration was tested and found to be immune to at least 20 V/m: 18” Seat Width, 18” Seat Depth, with tilt, elevate, recline and power LNX center mount legrest with a one piece footplate.
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Promptly report all incidents of unintended movement of the power positioning system and/or powered wheelchair (including brake release), and note whether there was a source of EMI near the wheelchair at the time of occurrence. Contact: Motion Concepts, Customer Service Department: USA (888) 433-6818 or CAN (800) 680-4191...
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