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PR heavy duty
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V3.3

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  • Page 1 PARAVAN WHEELCHAIR SERIES User manual PR heavy duty V3.3...
  • Page 2 Valid for following models: PARAVAN PR heavy duty Publisher and Copyright Holder: PARAVAN GmbH, 72539 Pfronstetten-Aichelau Date of publication: 26.10.2023 Document: PRheavyduty_Benutzerhandbuch_V3.3_EN...
  • Page 3 Dear customer, Thank you very much for having chosen our PR series PARAVAN electric wheelchair. You will find all the important information and tips you need on your new electric wheelchair in this User's Manual. Please carefully read the information on the pages to follow in order to make sure your electric wheel chair will give you many years of problem-free service.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Inhaltsverzeichnis General Details on publisher .....................14 Your manufacturer ........................14 1.1.1 Copyright ..........................15 1.1.2 Technical status of this documentation ................. 15 On this User's Manual ..................16 Disclaimer ..........................17 2.1.1 Guarantee ..........................18 2.1.2 Technical alterations ....................... 19 Target groups ........................... 21 Explanation of symbols ......................
  • Page 5 Safe for traffic conditions according to German traffic law ..........42 6.5.1 Section 24 Special means of transport .................. 42 Overview of the PARAVAN electric wheelchair .............43 Definition of vocabulary for parts and their positions ............43 Definition of vocabulary for parts, place of installation, chassis .......... 44 Prepare Handing over the electric wheelchair ..............46...
  • Page 6 10.2 Combination with non-manufacturer products ..............48 10.3 The armrest cushion ....................... 49 10.4 Einstellung der Beweglichkeit des Fahrpults ................. 49 10.5 The foot support unit ....................... 50 10.5.1 Setting the lower leg length ..................... 50 10.5.2 Setting the tibialis angle ......................51 10.5.3 Setting the foot rest angle .......................
  • Page 7 13.10 Driving manually, manual operation ..................66 13.10.1 Use of the brake release lever (emergency release) ............. 66 13.11 Terrain requirements, surfaces ....................67 13.11.1 Ability to ford, or drive through water ..................67 13.11.2 Climbing and overtaking capacity ..................68 13.11.3 Load-bearing capacity ......................
  • Page 8 16.1.1 Overview of the control elements ................... 93 16.1.2 Status display ........................... 94 16.1.3 Start and switch off ......................... 95 16.1.4 Switch direction indicator on and off ..................96 16.1.5 Switch light on and off ......................96 16.1.6 Switch hazard lights on and off ....................97 16.1.7 Driving functions overview ......................
  • Page 9 19.1 Packaging materials ........................ 111 19.2 Advice on corrosion protection ....................111 19.3 Re-commissioning ........................112 19.4 Notes on transfer ........................113 Troubleshooting ....................114 20.1 Status display of the control panel ..................114 Technology Electrical system ....................116 21.1 Automatic safety switches ...................... 116 21.2 The main safety switch ......................
  • Page 10 22.1 Technical data and dimensions ....................129 22.1.1 The average lifespan ....................... 129 22.1.2 Technical Data ......................... 130 22.1.3 Dimensions ..........................131 22.2 Replacement parts........................133 Systems and technical documentation ..............134 23.1 How to deal with closed accumulators .................. 134 23.2 Maintenance plan &...
  • Page 11 Abbildungsverzeichnis Fig. 1: QR Code ............................ 14 Fig. 2: Direction of travel ........................16 Fig. 3: Safety note ..........................23 Fig. 4: TÜV Logo ..........................33 Fig. 5: Ratings plate ..........................35 Fig. 6: Location, ratings plate ......................36 Fig. 7: DAHL Dockingstation ......................
  • Page 12 Content of Dahl Docking Station MK II standard set # 501750 ..........81 Fig. 41: Content of Dahl VarioDock™ standard set # 503600 ............82 Fig. 42: Paravan Kit for Dahl docking station ..................83 Fig. 43: Torx 27 ............................83 Fig. 44: Knurled screws Paravan ......................
  • Page 13 Fig. 61: Light symbol (colour)....................... 96 Fig. 62: Hazard lights on / off Symbols ....................97 Fig. 63: Symbols (colour) ........................97 Fig. 64: Driving functions ........................98 Fig. 65: Driving function blocked ......................98 Fig. 66: Select drive program ........................ 99 Fig.
  • Page 14: Details On Publisher

    Details on publisher Your manufacturer PARAVAN GmbH Main office / HQ/ Production Plant Paravanstraße 5-10, D-72539 Pfronstetten-Aichelau > Phone: +49 (0) 73 88 / 99 95-91 > Fax: +49 (0) 73 88 / 99 95-999 > Email: info@paravan.com > Internet: www.paravan.com > Managing Director: Roland Arnold Fig. 1: QR Code Many mobile phones and PDAs contain an integrated camera...
  • Page 15: Copyright

    Germany of 09 September 1965 in its version currently in force. It will always be liable for payment. Any infringements will be subject to the penal clauses of that copyright law. > Copyright © PARAVAN GmbH 2021. All rights reserved! 1.1.2 Technical status of this documentation All details on technical data and/or specifications, illustrations and information in this User's Manual corre- spond to the status as on close of press in December 2021.
  • Page 16: On This User's Manual

    On this User's Manual This User's Manual does not represent product documentation in the sense of a set of maintenance and repair instructions, and is thus not suitable for use in executing maintenance and repair work by its posses- sor, or for instructing on how to execute such work. You are in receipt of information on the nature of the electric wheelchair model and on its use over its entire life cycle from transport (delivery) to decommission- ing (taking out of service).
  • Page 17: Disclaimer

    Only by observing and putting into practice the knowledge provided by this User's Manual can the electric wheelchair be guaranteed error and fault free operation. PARAVAN GmbH does not take any responsibility for or give any guarantee against damages or operational interruptions that may be caused during operation by the non-observance of the instructions contained in this User's Manual or by any modifications made to the electric wheelchair.
  • Page 18: Guarantee

    2.1.1 Guarantee Guarantee cover is defined exclusively by the relevant provisions set by PARAVAN. Expressly excluded from guarantee entitlements is any damage resulting from: > Wear and tear > Inappropriate operation or usage; e.g. overloading > Incorrect/Irregular maintenance > Incorrect/Irregular care See your personal "Guarantee card"...
  • Page 19: Technical Alterations

    Any modifications made to the safety equipment and technical changes to the electric wheelchair, however small, are absolutely prohibited. All alterations must be executed by PARAVAN GmbH. PARAVAN GmbH reserves the right to make technical alterations and improvements to the product in the interests of four customers and due to advancing technology.
  • Page 20 WA R N I N G Danger of personal injury when operating the electric wheel- chair in a state not matching its state upon delivery. Material damage to the electric wheelchair through non-au- thorised or incorrectly installed components. > Do not make any technical modifications to your electric wheelchair.
  • Page 21: Target Groups

    Target groups The operator must attain or acquire a familiarity with the following points before putting the electric wheel- chair into operation: > Knowledge of the contents of the User's Manual on the how to use the vehicle, the electric wheelchair, safely and how to move it about.
  • Page 22: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols You will come across the following symbols and warning signs while reading the User's Manual. The "Caution, Danger" logo Calls your attention to danger points. The preventative measures contained in the associated text should always be followed. This symbol always appears with an associated signal word which indicates the degree of danger.
  • Page 23: Structure Of Safety Notices

    2.3.1 Structure of safety notices You can find the following information in the safety notes: > Warning or hazard symbol . > Type and source of hazard . > Signal word . > Consequences of occurrence . > Preventative action . Fig.
  • Page 24: Safety Note

    Safety note General safety notes 3.1.1 Notes on usage You must under all circumstances observe the following safety notes for your own safety, for that of people in your vicinity and to protect the environment. D A N G E R! Danger of crushing by contact with moving parts;...
  • Page 25 WA R N I N G Danger of tipping over for persons when using the electric wheelchair on surfaces with a slope of more than 10°. Danger of tipping over for persons when using the electric wheelchair on downhill slopes with the seat position in its for- wardmost position.
  • Page 26 WA R N I N G Danger of personal injury when operating the electric wheel- chair in a state not conforming to its state upon delivery. Material damage to the electric wheelchair through non-au- thorised or incorrectly installed components. > Do not make any technical changes to your electric wheel- chair.
  • Page 27 WA R N I N G Danger of injury for persons when travelling with the electric wheelchair over impassible surfaces. Danger of fall and of tipping over for persons when operating the electric wheelchair on surfaces with reduced load-bearing capacity. Material damage to the electric wheelchair through mechani- cal and physical forces due to travelling over impassible sur- faces.
  • Page 28: Notes On Usage

    3.1.2 Notes on usage C A U T I O N Material damage to the electric wheelchair through overload- ing the vehicle. Material damage to the electric wheelchair though the effect of heat greater than 41°C. Material damage to the electric wheelchair through battery overload on downhill slopes.
  • Page 29: Notes On Transport

    3.1.3 Notes on transport C A U T I O N Material damage to the electric wheelchair through slipping from ramps or lift while being loaded. Material damage to the electric wheelchair through being secured and transported improperly in and elec- tric wheelchair transporter.
  • Page 30: Functional Description

    Functional description Manufacturing standard The PARAVAN electric wheelchair is a multifunctional electric wheelchair which, due to its compact design, is ideally suited to both indoor and outdoor usage. The electric wheelchair is built and tested to ensure the highest possible level of safety for its operator and his or her immediate environment.
  • Page 31: Appropriate Usage

    Appropriate usage The PARAVAN electric wheelchair is functionally and structurally intended for the transport of a single person in indoor and outdoor areas. The interface in relation to operation by the user and the liability of the manu- facturer of the electric wheelchair is the control panel, including its joystick and any optional operational units for special operation.
  • Page 32: Usage Of The Electric Wheelchair

    4.2.1 Usage of the electric wheelchair - unproblematic > Boarding by a single person with a maximum body weight of 160kg. > Usage as driver or passenger seat, depending on the associated accessories. > Usage in areas governed by German traffic law (public roads and thoroughfares), on condition that full and fully functioning lighting is installed.
  • Page 33: Approvals, Certifications

    The anchoring of the safety belt has been certified and approved in ac- cordance with 76/115/EEC as has the seat in relation to its anchoring in accordance with 74/408/EWG with the Paravan docking system. D A N G E R!
  • Page 34: Clearance Certification As Hazardous Cargo (Accumulator)

    4.3.2 Clearance certification as hazardous cargo (accumulator) PARAVAN GmbH uses accumulators that are rated as "non-hazardous cargo" on condition that the relevant accumulators are not suffering mechanical damage of any type. The maintenance-free VRLA accumulators and the equally maintenance-free lead gel accumulators are clas- sified as leak-proof, non-hazardous cargo for any form of transport according to: >...
  • Page 35: Details Relating To The Product

    Details relating to the product Trademark and type labelling (ratings plate) You can read this information from the device's ratings plate. They are very important in all correspondence with PARAVAM GmbH in guaran- teeing that you receive the technically correct advice. >...
  • Page 36: Position Of The Type Label (Ratings Plate)

    Position of the type label (ratings plate) One copy of the type label (ratings plate) has been affixed to your elec- tric wheelchair. The type label (ratings plate) is about 70mm by 40mm in size. > The type label (ratings plate) is positioned on the lower right of your wheelchair, next to the battery holder .
  • Page 37: Details On Your Electric Wheelchair

    Details on your electric wheelchair Please make sure that these details are listed when the wheelchair is handed over to you or, if necessary, enter the information yourself so that you have it to hand at all times. Date of delivery/handover >...
  • Page 38: Accessory

    Available accessories Fig. 7: DAHL Dockingstation > PARAVAN docking station for quick and easy fixing of the power wheelchair in the vehicle, e.g. when the power wheelchair is used as a driver‘s seat. > DAHL Docking station for quick and easy fixation of the PR heavy duty in the vehicle.
  • Page 39: Description/Functioning Or Your Electric Wheelchair

    Description/Functioning or your electric wheelchair The specially developed orthopaedic seat The specially developed orthopaedic seat is an in-house development of PARAVAN GmbH that has been adjusted precisely to the needs of our customers. It is equipped with the following: >...
  • Page 40: Joystick Control

    Driving speed, control of the two drive motors > Secondary functions, depending on the control panel and equipment being used. Special controls A variety of special controls can be used on the PARAVAN electric wheelchair, including the following: > Chin control >...
  • Page 41: Vibration-Damped Foot Rests

    Vibration-damped foot rests > Impact-damped, separate or conjoined in order to counter spasticity. > Depending on the equipment, they may be electrically adjustable in terms of length and angle. Description/Functioning or your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 42: Safe For Traffic Conditions According To German Traffic Law

    Safe for traffic conditions according to German traffic law Optionally, the PARAVAN electric wheelchair can be enhanced to be- come a vehicle approved for use in road traffic using: ① ② > LED headlights for the best possible illumination .
  • Page 43: Overview Of The Paravan Electric Wheelchair

    Overview of the PARAVAN electric wheelchair Definition of vocabulary for parts and their positions The following terms for components and parts will be used in this user's manual. Their position on the wheelchair is shown in the illustration. ③ ④...
  • Page 44: Definition Of Vocabulary For Parts, Place Of Installation, Chassis

    > Rigging eyelet, rear  > Floating axle  > Drive motor for lift arm  > Actuator module  > Battery holder  > Accumulator (battery)  Fig. 12: Components, rear of chassis Overview of the PARAVAN electric wheelchair...
  • Page 45 Fitting for docking station  > Brake release lever, emergency release  > Drive motor  > Lift motor with lifting rod and gearing  > Bracket for ancillary components  Fig. 13: Components, front of chassis Overview of the PARAVAN electric wheelchair...
  • Page 46: Handing Over The Electric Wheelchair

    Check that your your electric wheelchair is complete and compare the state in which it was delivered with what is indicated on your order. Where there is any doubt, contact PARAVAN GmbH immediately! Check (visually) that your electric wheelchair is in proper order. Report any damage that may be due to trans- port or delivery immediately in writing to your >...
  • Page 47: Settings On Your Electric Wheelchair; Electronic

    Settings on your electric wheelchair; electronic The settings and configuration needed for PARAVAN controls are very complex and for your own safety can only be done by your service technician. All parameters used in PARAVAN controls can be adjusted later to your needs and wishes. These parameters include: >...
  • Page 48: Settings On Your Electric Wheelchair; Mechanical

    All mechanical components and equipment and operating elements are set to match your body mass. How- ever, if any adjustment should be necessary, then it can be made at any time. Your PARAVAN electric wheel- chair is build so that it can be adjusted to the needs of any body mass.
  • Page 49: The Armrest Cushion

    10.3 The armrest cushion The armrest cushion is securely mounted. The armrest is height adjustable. 10.4 Einstellung der Beweglichkeit des Fahrpults Fig. 14: Arm rest cushion The horizontal swivel mechanism of the control panel can be set to adjust its level of stiffness (i.e. in terms of the responsiveness and movability of the joint).
  • Page 50: The Foot Support Unit

    (optional) 10.5.1 Setting the lower leg length The projection and length of the lower leg can be set electrically using the PARAVAN control's length setting. (optional) Fig. 16: Lower leg length > Select the menu in the control.
  • Page 51: Setting The Tibialis Angle

    Setting the tibialis angle The projection of the lower leg and of the tibialis angle (between the up- per and lower leg) can be made using the angle setting of the PARAVAN control, depending on how your model is equipped. (optional) >...
  • Page 52: Setting The Foot Rest Angle

    10.5.3 Setting the foot rest angle The angle of the foot rests can be set separately for each foot rest to match your individual needs. The following settings are available: > Screw the adjustment screw inwards -> the foot rest is lowered. >...
  • Page 53: Use Of The Special Orthopaedic Seat

    Setting the back support angle The back support and the back support angle can be changed manually. Optionally, the back support and the back support angle can be changed electrically using the PARAVAN control. > Menü in der Steuerung anwählen.
  • Page 54: Setting The Head Support

    11.1.2 Setting the head support If you need the head support position to be change, you can adjust the height of the head support to your individual needs in 5 stages. You have the following settings available: Adjusting head inclination: >...
  • Page 55: Removing And Reattaching The Chassis Cladding

    Removing and reattaching the chassis cladding 12.1 Removing and reattaching the rear cladding The chassis cladding can be removed for maintenance, repair or clean- ing. Take the following steps in the following sequence when removing and reassembling the rear cladding: >...
  • Page 56: Removing And Reattaching The Side Cladding

    12.2 Removing and reattaching the side cladding The chassis cladding can be removed for maintenance, repair or clean- ing. Take the following steps in the following sequence when removing and reattaching the side cladding: > Loosen and remove knurled screws . >...
  • Page 57: Driving Your Electric Wheelchair

    Driving your electric wheelchair 13.1 Insurance, civil liability insurance We recommend speaking with your insurance advisor before starting use, so that the use of the electric wheelchair is included in your insurance policies – in particular in your civil liability insurance. Please observe that for use on the public roads you may be legally required by the relevant legisla- tion to have an insurance policy for use of your electric wheelchair.
  • Page 58: Functional Checking Before Driving

    13.2 Functional checking before driving For your own safety, you must check the following points before begin- ning any trip. You may need to involve a second person for such a check. > Check that the brakes are working. The brake release lever  must be positioned on "LOCK"; i.e.
  • Page 59: Buckling The Safety Belt

    13.3 Buckling the safety belt Listen for an audible clicking into place of the buckle latch  in the belt fastener  when buckling the safety belt. The function of the belt fastener is similar for all belt variants, including: >...
  • Page 60: Controlling The Electric Wheelchair's Travel Direction

    13.4 Controlling the electric wheelchair's travel direction The electric wheelchair is steered using the joystick on the drive panel. The following basic steering options are available to you when you put the joystick in the following positions: Joystick pushed forward → the electric wheelchair travels forward. >...
  • Page 61: Driving A Curve

    13.5 Driving a curve The PARAVAN electric wheelchair is equipped with front-wheel drive. This means that when steering (driving on curves) the rear of the vehicle swings outwards. How to drive around a curve: > Press the joystick in the desired direction of movement (forwards or backwards).
  • Page 62: Braking Your Electric Wheelchair

    Braking systems on your electric wheelchair In order to guarantee the highest possible level of safety, the PARAVAN electric wheelchair uses two braking (safety) systems that work independently of each other. The functions of each of these safety systems are as follows: >...
  • Page 63: Braking The Electric Wheelchair

    13.7 Braking the electric wheelchair The braking mechanism; i.e. the process from initiating the braking process until the electric wheelchair comes to a stop, depends very heavily on a number of factors, such as: > Surface and nature of the surface being travelled on. >...
  • Page 64: Travelling On Hills, Uphill And Downhill Travel

    13.8 Travelling on hills, uphill and downhill travel For your own safety you must observe and follow the following advice during uphill and downhill travel: > Set the seat position to its hindmost position and scantlings back slightly in order to prevent slipping. >...
  • Page 65: The Driving Programmes / Drive Levels

    13.9 The driving programmes / drive levels The PARAVAN electric wheelchair has four different driving programmes, or drive levels. You can select the drive level you want or final driving speed of your electric wheelchair on the control panel. You can reach the maximum final speed of the relevant drive level by pushing the joystick forward as far as it goes.
  • Page 66: Driving Manually, Manual Operation

    13.10 Driving manually, manual operation 13.10.1 Use of the brake release lever (emergency release) > If you want to push the electric wheelchair, you must move both brake release levers  on the left and right-hand side to "UNLOCK" (their downward position). Do not switch to "UNLOCK"...
  • Page 67: Terrain Requirements, Surfaces

    13.11 Terrain requirements, surfaces WA R N I N G Danger of tipping over for persons when using the electric wheelchair on surfaces with a slope of more than 10°. Danger of tipping over for persons when using the electric wheelchair on downhill slopes with the seat position in the most forward position.
  • Page 68: 13.11.2 Climbing And Overtaking Capacity

    13.11.2 Climbing and overtaking capacity > If you drive over obstacles higher than 60 to 70mm you and your electric wheelchair may become caught on the obstacle due to the battery casing and may be immobilised or overturn. 13.11.3 Load-bearing capacity >...
  • Page 69: Parking And Storing Your Electric Wheelchair

    Parking and storing your electric wheelchair In order to prevent damage to your electric wheelchair, you must observe the following rules when you park it, e.g. overnight, or for any longer period of time: > Connect it up with the recharger. >...
  • Page 70: Loading And Transporting Your Electric Wheelchair

    Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair Your electric wheelchair should always be switched off and properly secured or lashed down during transport. Use loading devices such as: > ramps, lifts and hoists with sufficient load-bearing capacity. 15.1 Rules when loading wheelchairs The following rules must be followed when loading: >...
  • Page 71: Securing Your Electric Wheelchair, Lashing

    Front: two rigging eyelets  > Rear: one rigging eyelet  No other securing is required if your vehicle is equipped with a PARAVAN docking station.  See Section "5.4.2 Available accessories" Fig. 31: Securing point at rear Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 72: Fasten The Seatbelt In A Moving Vehicle

    15.3 Fasten the seatbelt in a moving vehicle D A N G E R Potential risk of injury or serious injury or death. The Wheelchair integrated 3 or 4 point belts should not be re- lied on for occupant restraint in a moving vehicle. An approved, vehicle anchored safety belt system, should be used to secure occupant instead.
  • Page 73: Securing The Wheelchair With A 4 Point Strap Restraint System

    15.4 Securing the wheelchair with a 4 point strap restraint system Standard ISO 10542-1 tie down straps are only tested to 85 kg + user. It is recommended to use with 4 point strap restraint system rated for the total weight of the wheelchair in- cluding any option, 2 at front and 2 at the back that conforms to ISO 10542-1.
  • Page 74: Occupant Restraint Instruction

    15.5 Occupant restraint instruction > Use a vehicle anchored occupant restraint system to secure the occupant. > Both pelvic and upper torso restraint belts must used to restrain the occupant to reduce the possibility of head and should not be held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrest or wheels. >...
  • Page 75 > The upper torso restraint belt must fit over the shoulder and across the chest as illustrated Fig. 34. Restraint belts must be adjusted as tightly as possible consistent with use comfort. > Restraint belt webbing must not be twisted when in use. >...
  • Page 76: Functional Description Of The Dahl Docking Station

    15.6 Functional description of the Dahl docking station ② Locking plate ③ Locking bolt ④ Red LED ⑤ Green LED ⑥ Release button ⑧ Emergency release ⑨ Manual control lever Fig. 38: Dahl Docking Station Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 77: Securing The Wheelchair In The Docking Station

    15.7 Securing the wheelchair in the docking station Make sure that the legrests do not collide with the ramp or the docking station when entering the vehicle. docking station. > 1. Maneuver the wheelchair slowly and in a uniform direction over the docking station. >...
  • Page 78: Unlocking The Docking Station

    15.8 Unlocking the docking station > 1. when the vehicle has come to a standstill, remove the seat belt. > 2. to unlock, move the wheelchair slightly forward to release the pressure on the locking pin. Then press the red unlocking button in the control panel. The locking pin is triggered/released for approx. 5 seconds, then the locking pin is automatically locked/activated again.
  • Page 79: Dahl Docking Systems Assembly

    Piccolino, PR Biolution and PR Heavy Duty from Paravan. The following instructions explain how to assemble the Dahl Docking Station MK II and VarioDock™ on the wheelchair, using the PARAVAN adaption kit. Please also refer to Dahl Engineerings instructions for ve- hicle installation, use and maintenance.
  • Page 80 WA R N I N G Risk of injury through incorrect handling of the batteries. Damage to property through incorrect handling of the batter- ies. > Handle with special care. > May only be connected and disconnected by qualified per- sonnel.
  • Page 81: Content Of Dahl Docking Stations

    15.9.1 Content of Dahl docking stations Fig. 40: Content of Dahl Docking Station MK II standard set # 501750 Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 82 Fig. 41: Content of Dahl VarioDock™ standard set # 503600 Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 83: Fitting Of The Dahl Lock Plate On Wheelchair

    ⑦ Countersunk screw TORX ISO 14581 - M8 x 35 -14.9 ⑧ Hexagon nut ISO 4032 - M8 > To install the Dahl Locking plate use PARAVAN Adaption kit, article number 33187 > To assemble the adapter set of the Dahl docking station, you need two Allen keys, size 5 and size 10, a Torx 27 and a wrench SW 13.
  • Page 84 Disconnect the main cable plug from the batteries left and right ④. Fig. 44: Knurled screws Paravan ③ ② ④ ④ Fig. 45: Main Cable battery Fig. 46: Disconnect battery Fig. 47: Rear and side panels Paravan Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 85 Fasten the Dahl system on both sides with four M8 x 12 pan-head screws each. > Screw them in medium-tight with a screw lock Fig. 48: Remove batteries Paravan Fig. 49: Position the Dahl system Fig. 50: Fasten the Dahl system Loading and transporting your electric wheelchair...
  • Page 86 After the Dahl system has been attached to the wheelchair chassis, reinsert the batteries and reattach the panelling in reverse order. The PARAVAN adapter kit can also be pushed further forwards or backwards and fastened accordingly, depending on the position of the counterpart in the vehicle.
  • Page 87 To attach the Dahl Docking Station to the PR heavy duty, use the screws provided. D A N G E R Potential risk of injury or serious injury or death due to use of incorrect screws. > Use the screws provided.
  • Page 88: Description Of The Dahl Docking System Functions

    15.9.3 Description of the Dahl Docking system functions ① Dahl Docking station ② Lock plate and spacer ③ Lock pin ④ Red LED ⑤ Green LED ⑥ Control panel ⑦ Release button ⑧ Manual emergency release lever Fig. 51: System functions Dahl ⑨...
  • Page 89: Securing The Wheelchair In The Docking Station

    15.9.4 Securing the wheelchair in the docking station > Maneuver the wheelchair slowly and in a uniform direction over the docking station. The lock plate under the wheelchair helps to guide the wheelchair into place in the docking station. When the lock plate is fully engaged in the docking station, a spring-action locking pin automatically secures the lock plate.
  • Page 90 D A N G E R Potential risk of injury or serious injury or death! Do not move the vehicle: > Whilst the wheelchair is being maneuvered into position in the docking station > If the wheelchair and user are not correctly secured. >...
  • Page 91: Release From The Docking Station

    15.9.5 Release from the docking station > When the vehicle has been brought to a halt, remove the safety belt. > To unlock commence by driving the wheelchair forward to release pressure on the lock pin. > Press the red release button in the control panel. The locking pin will be triggered/ released for approx. 5 or 8 seconds, after which the locking pin is automatically locked/activated again.
  • Page 92: Manual Release In Case Of Electric Failure

    15.9.6 Manual release in case of electric failure A manual emergency release is located at the front edge of the docking station. > Move wheelchair forward to remove the pressure on the lock pin and push the red release arm to one side and hold it there while the wheelchair moves away.
  • Page 93: Control

    Control 16.1 Control panel R-NET CJSM-L 16.1.1 Overview of the control elements With the control panel (joystick) built into your power wheelchair, you ⑧ ① ③ ③ can control all of the power wheelchair's driving, steering and braking ⑩ ⑪ processes.
  • Page 94: Status Display

    16.1.2 Status display The function keys are used to select the specific functions displayed in the assigned fields on the display. Symbols of the status indicator: Charging status of the storage batteries ① > > Direction indicator, left ② “On” light ③ >...
  • Page 95: Start And Switch Off

    16.1.3 Start and switch off Start ① Push the “on/off” switch ①. > The last selected function in terms of movement level/seat function is shown. Switch off Push the “on/off” switch ①. > The power wheelchair switches itself off (assuming it is already switched on).
  • Page 96: Switch Direction Indicator On And Off

    16.1.4 Switch direction indicator on and off Press key ① or ② for the respective direction indicator, left or right. > The selected direction indicator will flash. > Press once more → direction indicator switches off. ① ② Fig. 59: Turn signal right / left 16.1.5 Switch light on and off Press the key ①...
  • Page 97: Switch Hazard Lights On And Off

    16.1.6 Switch hazard lights on and off Press the “hazard lights”key ① for the “hazard lights on” function. > The hazard lights switch themselves on, while the hazard lights symbol flashes red and both direction of travel symbols flash yellow. >...
  • Page 98: Driving Functions Overview

    16.1.7 Driving functions overview Overview of the driving functions shown on the display of the control panel during driving, steering and braking actions of the power wheel- ⑤ chair. ② ① Selected drive program/movement level ① > > Maximum speed in the selected drive program ② ④...
  • Page 99: Select Drive Program, Drive

    16.1.8 Select drive program, drive The power wheelchair must be in driving mode. > The last selected drive program is shown on the display. ③ ① Press the profile key ① to select/switch to one of the 5 movement ② levels (profiles).
  • Page 100: Electrical Seat Adjustment

    16.1.9 Electrical seat adjustment Use the “Mode key” to switch from the drive program to the seat func- tions. Select the seat function by moving the joystick “← left/right →”. > The respective seat function will appear on the display. Only the released or available functions can be selected.
  • Page 101: 16.1.10 Set Time/Date

    16.1.10 Set time/date Press and hold the “slower” ① and “faster” ② speed keys to access the “Settings” menu. > The special functions menu will appear on the display. Move the joystick → right to access the options “year, month, date, day of the week, hours and minutes”.
  • Page 102: 16.1.11 Show/Hide Clock, Configure 12H/24H Display

    16.1.11 Show/hide clock, configure 12h/24h display Select the program function: > Press and hold the keys ①+②. > The “Settings” menu appears. > Use the joystick to select “Display time”. > Select “12h/24h display” or “Off” by moving the joystick “← left/right ①...
  • Page 103: 16.1.12 Adjust Display Brightness

    16.1.12 Adjust display brightness Select the program function: > Press and hold the “slower” ① and “faster” ② speed keys. > Select “Back lighting” from the settings. > Select the intensity of the lighting (as a percentage) by moving the joystick “←...
  • Page 104: Block The Controls (With The Wheelchair Switched On)

    16.1.14 Block the controls (with the wheelchair switched on) > Turn the controls on and press and hold the ON/OFF button ① until you hear a beeping sound ① > Move the joystick ② forwards until you hear a beeping sound Move the joystick ②...
  • Page 105: Getting Out Of Your Electric Wheelchair

    Getting out of your electric wheelchair When getting out of your wheelchair independently, you should keep in mind the following points for your own safety: > You should be able to deal with your own body weight safely. > You should be able to push against the electric wheelchair with both arms simultaneously and with each exerting equal strength.
  • Page 106: Procedure When Getting Out From The Side

    17.1 Procedure when getting out from the side During any move from the side, follow this sequence of actions: > Position the electric wheelchair side on > Set the required seat height > Switch the electric wheelchair off > Fold the foot rests  up >...
  • Page 107: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Appropriate use and operation of the PARAVAN electric wheelchair involves subjecting it to the recommend- ed annual maintenance plan. All powered parts, and particularly the lift arm, are structurally designed so that to ensure that electric wheelchair can be operated without failures and requiring little maintenance.
  • Page 108: Cleaning And Care

    High-pressure cleaners should not be used to clean the electric wheelchair. Be careful that no elec- tronics come in contact with water. Regular care and maintenance will prevent unnecessary wear and damage to your PARAVAN power wheelchair. Switch off the power supply before cleaning the wheelchair. 18.2.1 Metal surfaces The high-quality powder coating ensures optimum corrosion protection.
  • Page 109: Upholstery, Fabric And Vinyl

    18.2.3 Upholstery, fabric and vinyl For normal cleaning of the upholstery, use lukewarm water and a mild, non-abrasive soap. Use a soft cloth or brush. Wipe any water or soapy water residue dry with a clean, dry cloth. Allow the surface to dry. Repeat this process for stubborn dirt or stains.
  • Page 110: Disposal And Environmental Protection

    Disposal and environmental protection The electric wheelchair itself and its individual components are designed to enjoy a long service life. During manufacture and construction,care was taken to use recyclable and harmless raw materials as much as pos- sible. At the end of its service life, the electric wheelchair is suitable for careful recycling and environmentally friendly disposal.
  • Page 111: Packaging Materials

    19.2 Advice on corrosion protection All metal parts on your PARAVAN power wheelchair are corrosion-protected, e.g. by hot-dip galvanising, elec- troplating and powder-coated surfaces. Please observe the cleaning instructions see „18 Maintenance and servicing“. Disposal and environmental protection...
  • Page 112: Re-Commissioning

    > Clean thoroughly. The electric wheelchair must be completely cleaned and subjected to a thorough inspection by a service technician authorised by PARAVAN GmbH before being put back into use. See Section "18 Care and maintenance" Disposal and environmental protection...
  • Page 113: Notes On Transfer

    19.4 Notes on transfer Where the PARAVAN electric wheelchair is transferred to new user, all technical documentation required for safe use and operation, such as; > The User's Manual and > Service logs must be passed on to the new user.
  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 20.1 Status display of the control panel Error message Meaning & recommended action Centre Joystick/Joystick The most common cause of this error is that the joystick is not centered while the con- zentrieren trol system is turned on. The „Joystick shifted“ screen will be displayed for 5 seconds. If the joystick is not released within this time, then an error is generated.
  • Page 115 Error message Meaning & recommended action Brake Error/Bremsen Brake fault This text is displayed when the control system detects a problem with the magnetic brakes or their connections. Check the magnetic brakes, cables and connections of the control system. Check that the motor brakes are not disengaged. Motor Error/Motorfehler This text is displayed when the control system detects that the connection to a motor has been broken.
  • Page 116: Electrical System

    Electrical system 21.1 Automatic safety switches The PARAVAN electric wheelchair is equipped with two automatically triggered safety switches and an elec- trical overload protection mechanism. Taken individually, they may be described as follows: > Main safety switch The main switch protects the electric wheelchair's entire electrical system from any overload of electri- cal devices by activating immediately to cut off electricity from your electric wheelchair.
  • Page 117: The Main Safety Switch

    21.2 The main safety switch The main safety switch is positioned at the rear of the electric wheelchair on the left. A pivoted green flag indicates that the main safety switch has been activated (triggered). Fig. 78: Main safety switch, activ 21.2.1 Resetting the main safety switch >...
  • Page 118: The Secondary Safety Switch

    21.3 The secondary safety switch The secondary safety switch can be found on the left under the electric wheelchair's cladding. A raised button  indicates that the secondary safety switch has activated. Fig. 80: Sec. safety switch, activ. 21.3.1 Resetting the secondary safety switch >...
  • Page 119: Operating The Battery Disconnect Switch

    21.4 Operating the battery disconnect switch By activating the battery disconnect switch, the installed 2x12 V AGM batter- ies are disconnected from the power circuit of the wheelchair to ensure safe transport. The disconnect switch is located on the right rear part of the chassis below the panelling.
  • Page 120: Overload Protection

    21.5 Overload protection The electricity generated when travelling downhill (when the drive motors act as dynamos) is directed into the accumulators. If you have fully recharged your electric wheelchair before starting the downhill stretch the safety system switches to emergency stop in order to prevent damage to the electrical system (control, electronics, etc.).
  • Page 121: Facility To Connect Ancillary Devices

    12 or 24 volts to the electric wheelchair's own on-board network. If you have a need for this facility – for example for a breathing apparatus, please contact PARAVAN GmbH. The external connections will be made to suit the needs of the affected user and the cable loop will be cut or relayed as necessary.
  • Page 122: The Lighting System

    21.7 The lighting system Depending on the variant you have chosen, your PARAVAN electric wheelchair may be equipped with a complete set of road-approved lighting using LED technology. The use of LED lamps means that lamp replacement or maintenance tasks are practically no longer necessary.
  • Page 123: The Maintenance-Free Accumulators

    21.8 The maintenance-free accumulators Your PARAVAN electric wheelchair is fitted with high-quality, high-performance accumulators. These mainte- nance-free accumulators are entirely enclosed. The system is not designed to need or allow any refilling or topping up the electrolyte (battery acid). The state of charge or capacity of the accumulators can be seen from the control panel.
  • Page 124: Notes On Accumulators

    21.9 Notes on accumulators The enclosed accumulators should never be opened. Opening the accumulators will cause irrepara- ble damage to these components, possibly resulting in a complete loss of energy supply. See Section "22.1 Dealing with closed accumulators" The accumulators should always be recharged using the supplied recharging device after every spell of use (even if use of charge was minimal during the spell).
  • Page 125: Changing Your Accumulators

    21.10 Changing your accumulators If it should become necessary to replace the accumulators in your electric wheelchair, let your service technician or dealer do the work in order to guarantee the safe function or your electric wheelchair. > Move the lift arm upwards. >...
  • Page 126: Charging Your Electric Wheelchair

    21.11 Charging your electric wheelchair Charge the accumulators only with the charging device supplied. The recharging device is available in 2 models: > “Indoor” for use in indoor areas > “Outdoor” for use outdoors When using the external charging socket, the joystick is deactivated during the charging process. This means that the wheelchair is completely inoperable during the charging process! Care tips: >...
  • Page 127: 21.11.1 Procedure For Charging Your Electric Wheelchair

    21.11.1 Procedure for charging your electric wheelchair > Switch electric wheelchair off. > Place the charging device on a heat-resistant surface e.g. the foot supports. > Insert the charging device plug  into the charging socket on the control panel. >...
  • Page 128: 21.11.2 The Charging Device

    21.11.2 The charging device The charging device is suitable for automatic charging of the accu- mulators. The charging device is protected by a water-resistant sheet- steel housing. This complies with the directives and safety regulations > 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive >...
  • Page 129: Technical Equipment

    When the life cycle expires, this date can be extended annually after evaluation by the manufacture PARAVAN. The service life of your product depends on the frequency of use, the environment in which it is used and the care it receives. The service life can be extended by using original spare parts.
  • Page 130: Technical Data

    22.1.2 Technical Data Orthopaedic seat K210 seating unit Tilting Backward 30° Back angle Backward 67° Adjustment of foot position, optionally 120mm Fußwinkelverstellung, optional 0° - 90° Head support 5 positions Weights Empty weight including accumulators, without seat 421 lbs Maximum load 595 lbs Dimensions Total width of chassis without seat...
  • Page 131: Dimensions

    22.1.3 Dimensions Electrics Accumulators 2 x 88 Ah Lights LED-Fahrtrichtungsanzeiger LED-Front- und Heckleuchten Range 30km* Suspension / tyres Distance between wheels for drive axle 610mm Distance between wheels for rear axle 470mm Wheelbase 690mm Dimensions of front wheel 3.00 - 8 Dimensions of rear wheel 2.00 x 50 Technical equipment...
  • Page 132 Driving properties Floor clearance 70mm Maximum height of obstacles 60mm Turning radius 880mm Maximum slope (uphill) 12° = 21%** Maximum slope (downhill) 10° = 17%** Maximum lateral slope 6° = 11%** Speed Standard 6 km/h, optional max. 10km/h* * The maximum range was measured under test conditions. Weight, terrain and weather conditions may influence this figure in everyday operation.
  • Page 133: Replacement Parts

    22.2 Replacement parts The replacement of original parts by third-party components or by reproduction (copied) original parts is strictly forbidden! Obtain your spare parts exclusively from your dealer or from PARAVAN GmbH. See Section "1.1 Your manufacturer" WA R N I N G Danger of personal injury when operating the electric wheel- chair in a state not conforming to its state upon delivery.
  • Page 134: Systems And Technical Documentation

    Systems and technical documentation 23.1 How to deal with closed accumulators Where accumulators are completely enclosed, the oxygen liberated at the positive electrode by water decom- position is channelled via a glass fibre mat from the positive to the negative electrode and finally converted back into water at the end of a series of chemical reactions.
  • Page 135: Maintenance Plan & Maintenance Recommendations

    Check, if driving Have the tyre pressure checked. Visit a specialist workshop. behaviour is suspicious (Sanitary shop/contact PARAVAN) Adjustment screws & Carry out check yourself or with an Bolt connections assistant Check screws or nuts for tight fit.
  • Page 136 When What Note Every 6- 8 months Wheel fastenings Carry out check yourself or with an assistant Check wheel nuts or bolts for tightness Tighten loosened wheel nuts or bolts firmly and retighten after 10 operating hours or 50 If necessary, visit a specialist workshop. Every 2 months Check tyre tread Carry out visual inspection yourself or with...
  • Page 137: Customer Service Book

    23.3 Customer service book > 1. Inspection (12 months after commissioning) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 2. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 3. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 4. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: Systems and technical documentation...
  • Page 138 > 5. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 6. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 7. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: > 8. Inspection (annual) Date: Signature: Stamp: Systems and technical documentation...
  • Page 139: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    23.4 EU Declaration of Conformity Fig. 90: EU Declaration of Conformity Systems and technical documentation...
  • Page 140: Protocol Of The Handover Briefing

    23.5 Protocol of the handover briefing Due to the flexible options available for setting up your electric wheelchair, you must observe the following points: Where there is tilt: > It should be ensured that the seat is not leaning out too far to the front or back, as this may mean you might slip out of the seat.
  • Page 141 Foot rests: > When adjusting the height and angle of the foot rests, be careful that the height does not make contact with the seat padding. > The foot rest setting must be higher than any obstacle. In addition, the foot rest must not become caught up by the obstacle, as this may cause the electric wheelchair to topple over.
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