Switching On And Off; Selecting The Speed Levels - Otto Bock C1000 DS Instructions For Use Manual

Further instructions for use
• Attaching loads such as backpacks and the like can adversely affect stability. Ottobock recommends using a
luggage carrier. If this is not available, backpacks should always be secured to the back frame with the
shoulder straps. The maximum load capacity of 5 kg (11 lbs) should not be exceeded.
The recommended total width for category B power wheelchairs in an operational state is 700 mm (27.5").
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This specification should ensure unhindered use of escape routes, for example. Please note that the wheelchair
dimensions may exceed the recommended value in versions with very large seat widths (for more information
see the section "Technical data": see Page 75).
• The wheelchairs in this series fully satisfy the minimum technical requirements for wheelchairs transportable by
train. Note however that, due to the variety of variants and settings, not every specific power wheelchair meets
all minimum requirements (for more information see the section "Appendix" > "Threshold values for wheel­
chairs transportable by train": see Page 77).

8.7.3 Switching on and off

WARNING
Lack of brake functionality
Falling, tipping over, collision with persons or nearby objects due to lack of inspection
► Ensure that the brake release lever is in the driving position every time before you drive (see Page 35).
► Check the control unit display to ensure that the brakes are operational and functional (see Page 72).
WARNING
Defective safety functions
Falling, tipping over, collision with persons or nearby objects due to lack of inspection
► Before every use, ensure that the product and its safety functions are in safe and proper condition.
► Only use the product if all safety functions, e.g. the automatic brakes, are functional.
WARNING
Unexpected emergency stop
Falling, the user may fall out due to sudden emergency braking
► In the event of communication problems in the control device bus system or a power supply defect, the sys­
tem triggers an emergency stop and thus avoids uncontrolled functions.
► Note that this emergency stop in road traffic could lead to situations that are hazardous for you. Ensure that
the control device is maintained regularly (see Page 70).
► Note that after every emergency stop, you have to turn the power wheelchair control device on again.
► If the driving function is still not available after turning the control device on again, pushing mode can be activ­
ated by releasing the brake (see Page 35).
► Consult the qualified personnel promptly if the driving function is not available after restarting.
INFORMATION
In dangerous situations, the product can be turned off at any time using the on/off button. When the button is
pressed, the product brakes immediately and the electrical functions cease. Malfunctions such as an insufficient
supply of power to the controls are recognised by the software, triggering an emergency stop or reducing the
speed of the product. A warning signal will also sound.
• Pressing the [On/Off] button (see Page 25) turns the power wheelchair control unit on or off. The power wheel­
chair turns off automatically if the control unit has not been used for an extended period of time.
• The power wheelchair brakes automatically and comes to a stop if it is turned off with the [On/Off] button while
being driven.
• Each time you switch on the control unit, it will return to the previously selected speed level.
• The specialist dealer can use the parameter settings to specify the default speed level or default menu of the
power wheelchair after it is turned on according to the user's requirements.

8.7.4 Selecting the speed levels

• The power wheelchair has a programmable number of speed levels (as-delivered condition = 5 speed levels).
• The speed level is increased by briefly pressing the [Mode] button.
• Once the highest speed level has been reached the speed skips back to level 1.
The LCD screen indicates the selected speed level in the Driving menu.
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