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  • Page 1 2022-07 MANUAL...
  • Page 3 We have great concerns about quality, safety and usability of our products. We are always working to improve them. Please download last version of this manual at this link. https://www.neatech-download.it/s053-manual/...
  • Page 4 A. de Curtis 4/A, 80040, Cercola (NA), Italia MANUFACTURER Tel. +39 081 555 1946 www.neatech.it – info@neatech.it The product is intended to be used for alleviation or compensation for an injury or disability. The wheelchair is intended to provide mobility to users...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Index PREPARATION FOR FIRST USE ....................1 Unpacking ........................1 ADJUSTMENTS ........................4 List of adjustments ......................4 Armrest height ......................... 6 Armrest depth ......................... 7 Joystick position ....................... 8 Footplates depth and angle ..................... 9 Footplates height ......................11 Seat depth ........................
  • Page 6 Dimensions ........................37 WARRANTY TERMS ....................... 38 Serial number ........................ 39...
  • Page 7 Symbols in this manual WARNING This symbol means presence of danger for the user or damage for the product. Always follow instructions when this symbol is present. PINCH HAZARD This symbol means presence of pinch hazard. INFORMATION This symbol means general information intended to simplify or best explain the use of the product.
  • Page 8 SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT This label indicates the manufacturer, the part number, serial number, the CE mark as medical device, weight of the device and the max user weight. This label indicates the type of power and the type of batteries. This symbol indicates water ingress...
  • Page 9 This label indicates the risk when using the wheelchair face obstacles. This symbol means presence pinch hazard.
  • Page 10 INCIDENT REPORTING If an incident occurs, please contact the manufacturer. In order to obtain product safety notices and product recalls, for example by ensuring the supplier has up-to-date contact details visit the website of the manufacturer. AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE In order to obtain a list of authorized service centre, please contact the manufacturer.
  • Page 11 Information in this manual may be subject to change without notice. All information, pictures and specifications are based on the product details that were available at the time of preparation of this document. They are representative examples and they are not intended to be exactly as the actual product. TEMPERATURE The temperature of some surfaces may increase when the product is exposed to external heat sources as direct sunlight.
  • Page 12 Dealing with uphill When facing an uphill road it is recommended to set the seating system to default position. It is better to use a drive profile with low speed. Dealing with downhill When facing a downhill road it is recommended to set the seating system to default position but whit seat plane tilted rearward.
  • Page 13 Driving in dark environments Don't use the wheelchair in dark environments without lights turned on. Transfer into and out the wheelchair Users transfer is recommended with the presence of an assistant. Don’t use footrests or armrests as support. Always turn off the wheelchair before transfer. Respect the rules of the road and the applicable legislation for this type of product in the country where the wheelchair is used.
  • Page 14 Do not operate the product if it is behaving abnormally or erratically. The wheelchair may come to a sudden stop at any time during operation. The wheelchair has IPX4 ingress protection. This means that all components are designed to work with splashing water from all directions. In any case avoid prolonged contact of wheelchair with water.

  • Page 15: Preparation For First Use

    Average needed time: 15 min Be sure to put the package of • the Speedstar on a stable and secure surface and remove straps with scissors. Pull away the box as shown • in Figure.
  • Page 16 • Raise the backrest from position A to position B by gently pulling the backrest in an upright position. Figure 3 • Make sure that the pins are inserted correctly as shown in Figure. www.neatech.it 2/39...
  • Page 17 Figure. Make sure it is completely connected. If it appears difficult to insert the connector try to invert and reinsert. Figure 6 PACKAGING DISPOSAL To properly recycle the packaging materials follow instructions provided by your local waste disposal service. www.neatech.it 3/39...

  • Page 18: Adjustments

    B - Assistant performed by an assistant. 300 mm – 540 mm Operation intended to be Backrest angle B - Assistant performed by an assistant. 90°-135° Operation intended to be Legrest angle B - Assistant 90°-170° performed by an assistant. www.neatech.it 4/39...
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  • Page 20: Armrest Height

    It is possible to adjust separately left and right armrest. Average needed Difficulty level: time: Easy <5 min Figure 7 • Loosen the screws (A), and set armrests height to ALLEN WRENCH desired value and retighten the screws (A). 4 mm www.neatech.it 6/39...

  • Page 21: Armrest Depth

    • Loosen the knob shown in figure and remove the armrest. • Loosen the screws shown in figure. ALLEN WRENCH • Adjust the armrest as desired. 4 mm • Tighten the screws shown in figure. • Mount the armrest and tighten the knob shown in figure. www.neatech.it 7/39...

  • Page 22: Joystick Position

    Difficulty level: time: Easy <5 min Figure 9 • Loosen the lever (L), as shown in Figure, so it is possible to move the joystick in accordance with the directions indicated to reach the desired position. Retighten the lever. www.neatech.it 8/39...

  • Page 23: Footplates Depth And Angle

    Difficulty level: time: Easy <5 min Angle adjustment Figure 10 • Loosen the 2 screws shown in figure. ALLEN WRENCH • Set the position of the footplate according to desired angle. 4 mm • Tighten again the screws. www.neatech.it 9/39...
  • Page 24 Depth adjustment Figure 11 • Unscrew the 2 screws shown in figure. ALLEN WRENCH • Set the position of the footplate according to desired depth. 4 mm • Screw again the screws. www.neatech.it 10/39...

  • Page 25: Footplates Height

    6 mm end wrench. • Repeat the operation for both left and right side of the wheelchair. • Set the position of the footplate according to OPEN-END WRENCH 13 mm desired height. • Screw again the screws. www.neatech.it 11/39...

  • Page 26: Seat Depth

    • Seeing Figure loosen the screws (V). Loosen also 3 screws on the opposite side of tubular. repeat OPEN-END WRENCH operations for both left and right side of the 10 mm wheelchair. Move the backrest to the desired position and tighten the screws again. www.neatech.it 12/39...

  • Page 27: Backrest Angle

    Average needed Difficulty level: time: Easy 5 min Powered legrest • Act on the joystick as described in section 3.1. Angle adjustable with pistons Use the lever located on the push bar to move the backrest. www.neatech.it 13/39...
  • Page 28 • Repeat operations for both left and right side of the wheelchair. • Set the position of the hardware highlighted in OPEN-END WRENCH 10 mm figure according to the desired backrest angle. • Screw again screws. • Repeat operations for both left and right side of the wheelchair. www.neatech.it 14/39...

  • Page 29: Legrest Angle

    2.9 Legrest angle Average needed Difficulty level: time: Easy <1 min Figure 15 • Loosen the lever shown in figure. • Set legrest angle as desired. • Tighten again the lever. www.neatech.it 15/39...

  • Page 30: Default Position

    Default position means that all adjustable parts of the wheelchair are set in the most stable and safe configuration ADJUSTABLE PARTS VALUE NOTES Seat angle 0° Backrest angle 90° Legrest angle 75° or the minimum possible value Seat height 0 cm Table 1 www.neatech.it 16/39...

  • Page 31: Use Of The Product

    Speed increase/decrease and outdoor. Use the function PROFILE to change different types of profiles: they are sorted from the more indoor ones to the more outdoor ones. For each profile it is possible to change the speed. www.neatech.it 17/39...
  • Page 32 Before starting to use the wheelchair be sure the joystick goes back to the neutral position when released. Ensure the wheelchair operates smoothly and there is no unusual noise, vibrations or any other difference. www.neatech.it 18/39...

  • Page 33: Manual Brake Release Lever

    Don’t operate the brake release without the presence of an assistant. WARNING The drive system should be re-engaged before an occupant is left unattended or attempts to operate the wheelchair. WARNING Always act on both left and right manual release levers. www.neatech.it 19/39...

  • Page 34: Powered Functions

    BACKREST Move forward the backrest Recline the backrest LEGRESTS BOTH Low both legrests Elevate both legrests www.neatech.it 20/39...
  • Page 35 TILT Move forward the seat Tilt the seat LIFT Rise the seat Lower the seat www.neatech.it 21/39...

  • Page 36: Main Switch

    If the problem still continues, it means that there is some electric fault. Figure 18 If the switch operates, often this means that there is a major electrical fault. The cause of fault should be checked carefully. For more information, please contact the manufacturer. www.neatech.it 22/39...

  • Page 37: Battery Charging

    • When batteries are loaded unplug the power cord and the battery cable from the joystick. RUNNING-IN PERIOD Typically, batteries are able to offer 100% performance after about 15-20 cycles. BATTERIES SPECIFICATION 24 V - 86 Ah - about 260x170x205 (h) mm - about 24 kg www.neatech.it 23/39...
  • Page 38 Any impact to the batteries could cause a loss of fluids. Please pay special attention. It is not possible to use the device during the battery charging. BATTERIES DISPOSAL To properly recycle the batteries follow instructions provided by your local waste disposal service. www.neatech.it 24/39...

  • Page 39: Transport And Storage

    It is not possible to provide a universal package, so the user should provide himself for it. The used package must be water and dust resistant and strong enough to protect the wheelchair from any hurts. When inserting the wheelchair into the package protect any protruding parts with some foam or similar. www.neatech.it 25/39...

  • Page 40: Batteries Removal

    3.6.1 Batteries removal Figure 20 • Unscrew the screws shown in figure. ALLEN WRENCH 5 mm • Remove the cover. • Remove traction wheels. See section 4.3.1 . www.neatech.it 26/39...
  • Page 41 • Unscrew the screws shown in figure. ALLEN WRENCH • Repeat operation for both left and right side of the 5 mm wheelchair. Figure 22 • Unscrew the screws shown in figure with their nuts. ALLEN WRENCH 5 mm OPEN-END WRENCH 10 mm www.neatech.it 27/39...
  • Page 42 Contact the manufacturer to have more information about wiring diagram. RELEASE DANGER Any impact to the batteries could cause a loss of fluids. Please pay special attention. BATTERIES DISPOSAL To properly recycle the batteries follow instructions provided by your local waste disposal service. www.neatech.it 28/39...

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    First remove the upholstery. Simply clean the foam using a damp cloth. Do not use any type of soap or detergent. Do not put the foam directly into the water. Before FOAM putting back the foam, please be sure it is completely dry. www.neatech.it 29/39...

  • Page 44: Controls To Be Performed On The Product

    B - Assistant Check if the lever of the main Weekly B - Assistant switch works correctly Check tire usury Monthly B - Assistant Check brake release lever Monthly B - Assistant Check aging of batteries Monthly C - Service www.neatech.it 30/39...

  • Page 45: Tire Puncture

    4.3 Tire puncture 4.3.1 User information Traction wheel Figure 24 • Lift the wheelchair. OPEN-END WRENCH • Unscrew the nut shown in figure. 19 mm • Remove the wheel. www.neatech.it 31/39...
  • Page 46 • Remove the castor. Contact an authorized service centre for the repair or the substitution of the damaged wheel. When the authorized service centre gives you back the repaired wheel or a new one, mount it following instructions in reverse order. www.neatech.it 32/39...

  • Page 47: Batteries Replacement

    The product is suitable for reuse. Before dispensing it, the product must be cleaned, and subjected to maintenance. The operating instructions are included in this manual and must also be provided when the product is passed on. WARNING This operation must be performed only at an authorized service centre. www.neatech.it 33/39...

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Maximum ground unevenness It is possible to use the wheelchair when the temperature is between -10 °C and +40 °C. It is possible to store the wheelchair in a place with a temperature between -20 °C and +45 °C. www.neatech.it 34/39...
  • Page 49 MAX: 48.0 cm Seat surface height at front edge MIN: 47.5 cm MAX: 50.0 cm Backrest angle MIN: 90° MAX: 135° Backrest height MIN: 45.0 cm MAX: 55.0 cm Footrest to seat distance MIN: 22.5 cm MAX: 25.0 cm www.neatech.it 35/39...

  • Page 50: Maximum User Weight

    REAR - POSTERIORE 5.1 Maximum user weight Seat width 36 cm 50 kg 38 cm 75 kg 40 cm 100 kg 42 cm 100 kg 44 cm 100 kg 46 cm 100 kg 48 cm 100 kg Table 2 www.neatech.it 36/39...
  • Page 51 440 mm 460 mm 480 mm 660 mm 450 mm 500 mm 550 mm 300 mm – 540 mm 180 mm – 340 mm 225 mm – 250 mm 475 mm – 500 mm 790 mm 1100 mm www.neatech.it 37/39...
  • Page 52 Definitions • MANUFACTURER: Manufacturer means the legal person who manufactures a product. For the scope of the following document, the manufacturer is: Neatech.it s.r.l. via Antonio de Curtis 4/A – 80040 – Cercola (NA) Tel. +39 081 555 1946 –...
  • Page 53 The warranty is not valid in the event of tampering, incorrect storage, incorrect or unauthorized maintenance. 6.1 Serial number For any report or assistance request, please communicate the serial number mentioned on the label in the position shown in figure. Figure 26 www.neatech.it 39/39...
  • Page 54 Note...

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