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- Page 1 Flexlife Model D9 User manual Flexlife User Manual D9 - ENG 2020-03 Revision 2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................5 TO THE CUSTOMER ............................6 ............................6 ARIANTS OF LEXLIFE SAFETY ................................7 ........................... 7 URPOSE AND INTENDED USE ..............................7 OT INTENDED USE ............................7 ENERAL REGULATIONS ........................7 ANUALS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED .................... - Page 3 ......................15 HANGE IN THE BODY S CENTER OF GRAVITY ............................... 16 BSTACLE TAKING ..............................16 ACKING DOWN ................................17 LOPES ................................17 ................................17 TAIRS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION .......................... 18 UP ............................. 18 OLD AND FOLD ................................... 18 ..................................19 OLD UP ........................
- Page 4 ..........................34 RANSFER TO ANOTHER USER PRODUCT DATA .............................. 34 .............................. 35 COPE OF DELIVERY ............................. 36 HEELCHAIR PARTS WARRANTY ..............................37 ................................37 COPE ......................37 RODUCT SAFETY AND RECALL INFORMATION ............................37 NCIDENT MANAGEMENT ................................37 ONTACT Flexlife User Manual D9 - ENG 2020-03 Revision 2...
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Page 6: To The Customer
TO THE CUSTOMER Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing a Flexlife D9, which is designed by Decon Wheel AB. The collapsible electric wheelchair you now own has very high performance in terms of quality, safety, comfort and portability. Flexlife gives you increased opportunities for an active life. -
Page 7: Safety
The prerequisites for using the product are that the person concerned has sufficient cognition and motor skills to be able to drive the product safely. The assessment of the person's ability is carried out by Decon or by Decon appointed representative as assistive technology centers and dealers. -
Page 8: Security Symbols
SECURITY SYMBOLS The signs below can help you identify some warnings regarding the use of your Flexlife. Recognizing and understanding them is very important. NOTE! Read and follow the guidance in this manual. Information about a dangerous operation that could harm you or others. Risk of material damage. -
Page 9: Information On Electromagnetic Interference
INFORMATION ON ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE Electromagnetic interference can affect the electric wheelchair, so reading and understanding this manual is very important. This chapter describes the problems caused by the electromagnetic interference, so that users can understand and take corresponding protective measures to avoid or minimise the risk. Some content deals with accidents in certain environments or conditions. -
Page 10: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS USERS Before using your Flexlife, keep tools and other metal objects away from the positive or negative of the battery, if exposed to both ends, it may cause short circuits and electric shock. • Health and care professionals should have been trained and given professional guidance for use. •... -
Page 11: When Using
WHEN USING • In case of collision, you must release the joystick. • If you feel that the joystick has changed behaviour, contact your ordinator or supplier for verification and any programming. • Keep your body as upright as possible. •... -
Page 12: Use
• This wheelchair should not be used under heavy rain, snow or ice conditions. • Batteries and control box must not have direct contact with water as this may cause electrical failure. • Avoid damp environments. Frame, motor and other electric wheelchair parts are not waterproof, this may involve rust attack or corrosion. -
Page 13: Public Roads
Please provide the airline with detailed information on this in connection with the booking. For flight, the standard batteries can be used. They have the following specifications: • Title Battery Flexlife D9 • Item FLD09-2005 •... -
Page 14: Balance When Driving
BALANCE WHEN DRIVING When driving, Flexlife should be kept in balance and with a stable centre of gravity. The factors that affect the balance point are: • The height and angle of the seat. • The position and seating position of the user. •... -
Page 15: Hange In The Bodys Center Of Gravity
CHANGE IN THE BODY'S CENTER OF GRAVITY Stretching your arms or tilting your body will affect the center of gravity of the electric wheelchair. If the driving method is not correct, it may cause you to fall or overturn. Several points below can reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Flexlife: •... -
Page 16: Obstacle Taking
OBSTACLE TAKING You have to overcome some obstacles during daily use, including threshold, elevator, ramp, pits and broken sidewalks, etc. Thresholds and edges can cause problems. Even a slight change in height can cause the front wheels to stand on the side and stick •... -
Page 17: Slopes
SLOPES On slopes, the gravity of your electric wheelchair changes. NOTE: "slope" can be a ramp or slope. If you don't feel safe, ask for help. Call: • If the slope is more than 10 ° increases the risk that the chair may tip. •... -
Page 18: Installation Instruction
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION FOLD AND FOLD UP Make sure that all parts are properly installed after adjustment, repair or maintenance, otherwise it may cause damage. The weight of the wheelchair (with battery) is 26 kilos, use the right way to lift to avoid injury. FOLD Step: •... -
Page 19: Fold Up
Fig 5a fig 5b Fig 6 FOLD UP Step: • Hold with one hand the backrest of the chair and the other hand grabs the battery tube or the front edge of the seat. • Push back the backrest as far possible, and make sure that the locking latch on the back snaps •... -
Page 20: Adjust The Locking Latch
ADJUST THE LOCKING LATCH If the locking latch for the folding mechanism is too sluggish or too loose, it can be adjusted by loosening or tightening the adjustment nuts (red) on each side of the latch. Flexlife User Manual D9 - ENG 2020-03 Revision 2... -
Page 21: Seatbelt
SEATBELT The seat belt is used to fix the user's body and prevent the user from slipping off the seat. However, it cannot protect you from all accidents. The seat belt can be adjusted to the user's needs. INSTALLATION OF THE SEAT BELT •... -
Page 22: Joystick
JOYSTICK The joystick can be installed on the left or right side. Fig 1 1. As shown in Figure 1, insert the joystick into the armrest tube and then fix the joystick with the screw. 2. Connect the joystick cables. The two white arrows should be facing each other. Press together and turn the locking ring half a turn. -
Page 23: Error Diagnostics
ERROR DIAGNOSTICS INTRODUCTION When the LED lights on the control panel flash, this means that there is a malfunction on the wheelchair. This alarm can be generated from the engine, brake, battery, wire connection or the wheelchair itself. The problems can be classified according to the diagnostic code. The times the LED flashes and pauses, several times again and repeatedly, is the actual diagnostic code. - Page 24 Lamp flashes slowly Left brake failure Make sure that the plugs for the power supply, motor and six times control box are securely attached. Lamp flashes slowly Right brake Make sure that the plugs for the power supply, motor and seven times failure control box are securely attached.
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Page 25: Usage And Functions
2. Adjust the control panel for the appropriate settings. The joystick and control unit are programmable to change driving characteristics. This reprogramming may only be carried out by an approved technician, dealer or representative of Decon Wheel AB. Flexlife User Manual D9 - ENG... -
Page 26: Function Of The Joystick
FUNCTION OF THE JOYSTICK 1. Power on/off button: • Press this button, turn the power supply on/off. 2. Increase speed • Press this button to increase the maximum speed. Maximum speed is 6 km/h (3.75 miles per hour) 3. Decrease speed: •... -
Page 27: Signalhorn
SIGNALHORN • Press the signal button when you need to call attention. USING THE BRAKE • After adjustment, repair or maintenance, make sure that all accessory parts are properly installed before use, otherwise it may cause damage. • Do not open or close the electromagnetic brake while the power is on. •... -
Page 28: Battery
BATTERY • Do not use batteries with different capacities, different brands and different types. • Replace the battery completely; do not mix the old and new batteries. • Metal or such types of conductive materials cannot be used to connect the positive and negative poles of the battery. -
Page 29: Remove And Insert Battery
• It is forbidden to use the battery in too hot or cold environment (outside the recommended temperature zone). • When the new battery packs are used for the first time, they must be fully charged (approximately 24 hours). • Before daily use, the user should check if the charging is sufficient or not, charge in time. -
Page 30: Charge The Battery
CHARGE THE BATTERY • Use available standard ac current (AC 110-220 V, 50-60 Hz) for charging, the charging port is located on the front of the joystick/control panel. • Make sure the power on the wheelchair is turned off before charging. •... -
Page 31: Overcharge Protection
OVERCHARGE PROTECTION • When the battery in the wheelchair is completely empty, the overcharging protection device will protect the charger from excessive discharge. • Users should be aware that the maximum charging speed will decrease when overcharging protection is enabled. POWER PROTECTION •... -
Page 32: Storage Of Flexlife
STORAGE OF FLEXLIFE • Turn off the power and remove the batteries • Store Flexlife in a place with normal indoor temperature and low humidity. • Avoid storage in direct sunlight or in places where the temperature may be high. •... -
Page 33: Maintenance By User
MAINTENANCE BY USER Use a copy of this page to note when and by whom the controls are performed. Save the protocol. The following checks shall be carried out every 12 months after first use. If you as a user or assistant feel that something needs to be addressed between service intervals, please contact your ordinator. -
Page 34: Repairs
REPAIRS • The user must not repair or service Flexlife himself. • The user must not remove and send parts of Flexlife to the dealer for repair. • If necessary for repair, contact your dealer even if the fault is of a less serious nature. •... -
Page 35: Scope Of Delivery
Type PU solid Rear wheelmether/tyre 12.5" ×2.25"(320 mm x 57 mm) wide Type PU solid Weight without battery 23.5 kg Weight with two batteries 26.5kg Max slope 10° Scope 25 km* Maximum speed 6 km/t Turning radius 835 mm Obstacle taking 50 mm * The range may change depending on temperature, surface, user weight, etc. -
Page 36: Wheelchair Parts
WHEELCHAIR PARTS Flexlife User Manual D9 - ENG 2020-03 Revision 2... -
Page 37: Warranty
Contact the dealer where the device was purchased or the manufacturer of Flexlife for information about product safety and any recalls. INCIDENT MANAGEMENT If you have an accident or other incident involving Flexlife, please inform Decon Wheel AB as soon as possible so that we can handle the matter and report to interested parties. CONTACT...