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  • Page 1 WHEEL-E usage instructions Usage instructions Service booklet WHEEL-E Traction device...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Contents 1 Preface ............................... 4 2 Legend ..............................4 3 Conformity/other information ......................4 3.1 Classification ..........................4 3.2 Conformity........................... 4 3.3 Manufacturer ..........................4 4 Scope of delivery and testing the product on receipt ................. 4 5 Introduction ............................
  • Page 3 WHEEL-E usage instructions 20.2 Steering column and handlebar ....................17 20.2.1 Seat and handlebar position ..................17 20.2.2 Adjustment of the handlebar position ..............17 20.2.3 Grips..........................18 20.3 Brakes ............................18 20.3.1 Disk brake ........................18 20.3.2 Parking brake ....................... 19 20.4 Rechargeable battery pack .......................
  • Page 4 The following instructions are intended for and may only be carried out by the rehabilita- tion specialist dealer or PRO ACTIV. This document is available in PDF format at www.proactiv-gmbh.com for visually impaired people. Using the zoom function, the font can be increased as desired.

  • Page 5: Preface

    Conformity/other information Dear Customer, Classification Congratulations on purchasing your new The WHEEL-E traction device (referred to as PRO ACTIV product. You have bought a quali- "product" below) is classified as a class I prod- ty product that has been specially customised uct.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    WHEEL-E usage instructions However, please check the product immediate- It is then vital that the advice from doc- ly upon receipt, preferably in the presence of tors, therapists and the rehabilitation specialist the freight company, for any damage which dealer on the necessary safety accessories may have occurred in transit.

  • Page 7: Purpose And Indication

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Heavy Duty version of the product may be indoors, there must be enough space for used only with the Heavy Duty version of the manoeuvring. Avoid driving in poor weather adapter. conditions (e.g., storms) since this can lead to incalculable risks.

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    WHEEL-E usage instructions also be used if the wheelbase extension is With a 48 V rechargeable battery, 10.5 Ah, used on the wheelchair. 504 Wh: 25 - 45 km With a 48 V double rechargeable battery, 10.5 Ah, 504 Wh: 50 - 90 km 8.1.3...

  • Page 9: Climbing Power

    WHEEL-E usage instructions between the mode on the red switch on the handlebar and the key position: Mode [0] (normal mode) in this case, it is the lower programmed top speed (6 or 15 km/h; Switzerland: 10 km/h). The key must be in the “red”...

  • Page 10: Product Weight

    WHEEL-E usage instructions of the combination, and the friction coefficient tions or the restrictions dependent on the set- of the ground. Under sub-optimal conditions tings. (e.g. slippery ground when wet), the drive wheel may start to spin before the maximum Turning circle: climbing power has been reached.

  • Page 11: Commissioning And Handover

    WHEEL-E usage instructions When contacting your rehabilitation specialist ommended that you take along an assistant to dealer or PRO ACTIV with regard to your the training so that, if required, they can assist product, please always have the serial number you later when handling the product.

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions - While Driving/Using

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Before every trip, check the condition of Check the function of the front and rear the wheels of the wheelchair-product combina- lights as well as the effectiveness of the side tion (e.g. visual inspection of the spokes and and rear reflectors before every trip.
  • Page 13 WHEEL-E usage instructions Always hold onto the handlebar with both At twilight and in the dark and in bad light- hands while driving, braking and manoeuvring. ing and weather conditions, always switch on If the driving situation requires you to take one...

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions Regarding Obstacles

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Brake the product using the service When driving over or passing obstacles, it brakes, and activate recuperation when driving is important that you avoid any product or body down longer slopes (Chapter 20.5.5), to relieve parts catching on the obstacle as this may lead the brakes.

  • Page 15: Ending The Driving Operation

    WHEEL-E usage instructions with increased caution and only at a very slow Always observe the usage instructions speed. If necessary, the driving manoeuvre and recommendations in the drive manufactur- must not be performed or only with the help of er's usage instructions concerning charging the an assistant.

  • Page 16: Functional Elements

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Clamp lever Valve with cap Valve adapter Figure 8: Valve with cap Figure 10: Valve adapter and clamp lever of the compressor 3. Place the valve attachment of the com- pressed air device or the compressor onto...

  • Page 17: Parking Stand Height Adjustment

    WHEEL-E usage instructions should correspond with the dimension from the ground to the upper edge of the insertion bolt (on the product side). As soon as there is a deviation from these two dimensions due to the hole pattern, the dimension from the ground to the upper edge of the insertion bolt may be up to max.

  • Page 18: Steering Column And Handlebar

    WHEEL-E usage instructions The height of the parking stand is adjusted The following points must be fulfilled for the by unscrewing the M6 oval head screw (AF proper seating position: 4 mm) with the radius disc and repositioning  The handlebar (including the installed fit-...

  • Page 19: Grips

    WHEEL-E usage instructions you have finished adjusting the angle, If you want to make a change to the handlebar tighten up the four M6 clamp screws (AF position, please contact your rehabilitation 5 mm) to 7 Nm torque and secure them specialist dealer or PRO ACTIV.

  • Page 20: Parking Brake

    WHEEL-E usage instructions At regular intervals, check that the brake pads and discs are free from grease, oil or other contamination. In addition, check the thickness of the brake disc. The minimum thickness is printed on the brake disc. In addi-...

  • Page 21: Rechargeable Battery Pack

    WHEEL-E usage instructions claims expire when the rechargeable battery is opened. Rechargeable batteries that have suf- fered mechanical damage may no longer be used. To the right: To the left: The contacts of the rechargeable batter- Close brake Open brake ies must not be short-circuited.

  • Page 22: Drive System

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Now remove the protective cap on the “L” socket and insert the magnetic connector there. The socket protective cap is inserted in the “R” socket. Then switch the drive system back on. To prevent short-circuits due to moisture, the protective cap must be placed on the sock- et that does not have a magnetic connector.

  • Page 23: Driving Forwards

    WHEEL-E usage instructions After 5 minutes without activation, the display automatically switches off, the battery switches off after 30 minutes. 20.5.2 Driving forwards To activate forward travel, slide the switch on the handlebar to the middle or left position. Figure 30: Charging status display on the recharge-...

  • Page 24: Cruise Control

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Note: If the product does not move off imme- diately when the drive signal transmitter is actuated, push the wheelchair product combi- nation forward a few centimetres using the handrim so that the drive system receives ref- erences.

  • Page 25: Reversing

    WHEEL-E usage instructions While cruise control is activated, the speed can Press down to accelerate be briefly reduced using the disk brake without recuperation function. When you take your hand off the brake again, the drive system accelerates to the set speed again.

  • Page 26: Lights

    WHEEL-E usage instructions Actuation button for the front lights Brake lever with recuperation function Figure 46: Brake lever equipped with brake sensor with recuperation function during the braking pro- Figure 47: Actuation button for the front lights cess Note: We recommend discontinuing acceleration via...

  • Page 27: Bell

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 20.8 Manufacturer instructions You will be instructed about the functions and operation of the drive system, brakes and other brand components during the hand- over/training. You can also get information later from the component manufacturers’ en- closed usage instructions, or if needed, by asking your rehabilitation specialist dealer or PRO ACTIV.

  • Page 28: Transport

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 22.3 Securing the product in a vehicle If the product is not used or is stored over (without a person) a longer period, if necessary, before using it again, we recommend having a rehabilitation To reduce the weight when loading, the re-...

  • Page 29: Transport In Aircrafts

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 22.4 Transport in aircrafts Drive and grip units, as well as the re- chargeable batteries, may only be cleaned by The lithium rechargeable batteries used are rubbing off with a damp (not wet) cloth. Always classified as hazardous goods for transport by work with just a little water and keep water air.

  • Page 30: Service Schedules

    WHEEL-E usage instructions For tyres without thread: As soon as there If you should discover any problems dur- is one or more points where the tyre carcass or ing these checks, please immediately contact the accident protection is visible on the product...

  • Page 31: Proof Of Maintenance

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 25.3 Proof of maintenance According to the WEEE Directive, electric and electronic devices To provide proof of the maintenance, you can must be disposed of in govern- use the inspection lists in Chapter 33. Always ment-designated recycling facilities keep all receipts/service reports as proof, and separate from general residual waste.

  • Page 32: Warranty

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 28 Warranty 29 Liability PRO ACTIV guarantees that the product was As the manufacturer of the product, free of any defects at the time it was handed PRO ACTIV is not responsible for its safety if: over. This warranty expires 24 months after the ...

  • Page 33: Appendix: Tightening Torques And Securing Details

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 30 Appendix: Tightening torques and securing details The following table shows the torques for shaft screws with a metric control thread (valid providing the drawing, assembly, or usage instructions do not state different values!): Tightening torque Ma in Nm depending on the screw strength Dimension Strength 8.8...

  • Page 34: Appendix: Medical Product Passport/Record Of Training

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 31 Appendix: Medical product passport/record of training Product specifications: Serial number: Key number/s: Customer data: Surname, forename: Street: Postcode, city: Phone: Paying organisation: Training carried out by: Rehabilitation specialist dealer PRO ACTIV Field Representative/ Stamp / Date / Rehabilitation specialist dealer's signature...

  • Page 35: Appendix: Hand-Over Certificate

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 32 Appendix: Hand-over certificate 32.1 Required compliance criteria to authorise use Completed/ Topics Remarks fulfilled The product is suitable for the customer based on their own judgement and the customer information received regarding the disability-related restrictions. The use intended by the customer is fully consistent with the intended use as described in the usage instructions (see Chapter “Purpose and indication”).

  • Page 36: Check List For Training The User

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 32.2 Check list for training the user Complet- Topics fulfilled Advised of the applicable legal regulations when driving on public roads. All mechanical function control elements were explained and their function demonstrated. Adaptation of the adapter to the wheelchair and removing the adapter from the wheelchair have been demonstrated and then performed by the user themselves and/or an assistant.

  • Page 37: Important Legal Information

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 32.3 Important legal information The regulations of the respective country in the respectively valid version must be observed. Speed-dependent legal regulations (excerpt) in Germany for driving on public areas, roads, paths, and spaces Up to 6 km/h: 6 km/h to 15 km/h: ...

  • Page 38: Appendix: Inspection Lists

    WHEEL-E usage instructions 33 Appendix: Inspection lists Initial inspection: After 200 km or after 5 months Serial number: ____________________ not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated Functional and safety check of all lights (if fitted), steering and...
  • Page 39 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 40 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 41 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 42 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 43 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 44 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 45 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 46 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 47 WHEEL-E usage instructions Subsequent inspection: After another 1,000 km or 1 year after the last inspection or after heavy use Serial number: ____________________ OK / not OK resolved carried out Kilometre reading: ________________________ Check that all screws/fastening elements are firmly seated...
  • Page 48 WHEEL-E usage instructions Your rehabilitation specialist dealer: PRO ACTIV Reha-Technik GmbH Im Hofstätt 11 D-72359 Dotternhausen – Germany Phone +49 7427 9480-0 Fax +49 7427 9480-7025 Email: info@proactiv-gmbh.com www.proactiv-gmbh.com...

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