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Simplex
User manual
2024-06
Rev1.0
Original manual

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  • Page 1 Simplex User manual 2024-06 Rev1.0 Original manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Purpose and intended use........................4 Not intended use ............................4 Labelling ................................ 5 Warnings ................................ 6 Before you use Simplex for the first time ....................6 Driving ................................ 6 Road conditions ............................7 Storage and transport ..........................7 Cleaning ..............................7 General use ..............................
  • Page 3 Errors and warnings from E-Drive ......................21 Sida 3 av 26...
  • Page 4: Security

    The user manual applies to Simplex. The user manual is written for users of Simplex. The user manual does not include instructions for the assembly of Simplex. This is provided in a separate assembly guide. Read the user manual and familiarize yourself with Simplex before using it.
  • Page 5: Labelling

    Labelling The type plate, as described below, is located on the back of Simplex (forward in the direction of travel). The symbols used on the label are explained below: Pay attention to the user manual! Medical device Serial number Date of manufacture...
  • Page 6: Warnings

    WARNING! The user shall have read and understood the manual and understand the interfaces of Simplex. WARNING! Practice driving on a level and safe area, until you acquainted yourself with the use of Simplex. Driving WARNING! Do not hang clothes, bags or other equipment on the handle.
  • Page 7: Road Conditions

    WARNING! Do not use Simplex on icy surfaces. There is a risk that you won’t be able to stop. WARNING! Do not drive in areas with deep snow or standing water. There is a risk that you will lose control.
  • Page 8: General Use

    General use WARNING! Do not use Simplex near devices that generate strong radio waves. If Simplex is near a radio wave source and starts to function abnormally, turn off the power immediately, and manually move the wheelchair from the current location.
  • Page 9: Warranty

    If there is a material or manufacturing defect on your Simplex during this warranty period, the defective parts will be replaced or repaired free of charge. The warranty covers the Simplex unit, but not the adapter set. This warranty does not cover faults caused either by intentional misuse by the user or careless use, such as faults caused by use other than that specified in this manual.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    Product description Technical data Compatible drive system Decon E-Drive Total dimensions, excl. adapter set 305x137x86 mm (WxLxH) Total weight, excl. adapter set 980 g Environment Indoor and outdoor Operating conditions Temperature -25°C to 50°C Humidity No condensation Enclosure integrity (IEC-60529) IPX4 (resists splashing of water) Wheelchair classification (EN 12184:2022)
  • Page 11: Scope Of Delivery

    The delivery of Simplex includes the following: 1. Simplex 2. User manual Adapter set INFO An adapter set is required to mount Simplex on a wheelchair. The adapter set must be installed by a trained technician. The adapter set is ordered separately. Sida 11 av 26...
  • Page 12: Overview Simplex

    Overview Simplex Simplex is an accessory to E-Drive, which controls the speed based on the force applied to the handle. 1. Dead man’s switch (start/stop) 2. Handle with force sensors 3. Display 4. Switch (on/off) Sida 12 av 26...
  • Page 13: Display

    Display Simplex’ display has the following indicators: Indicator Name Status Description Simplex Off Switch (on/off) Green Simplex On Ready Green Simplex is ready to start. Started Green E-Drive is started. Indicates a warning, in combination with the Warning/error Yellow battery level indicator.
  • Page 14 Simplex is not ready, White - steady light calibration is ongoing. Calibration White - blink Calibration updated Simplex is not ready. Do Red – steady light not touch the handle. Release the handle Simplex not ready, release Red – blinking the handle.
  • Page 15: Using Simplex

    Using Simplex Simplex can only be used with Decon’s E-Drive. Simplex shall be installed by a trained technician. Summary 1. Use the switch to turn Simplex on. 2. Wait for the indication ready. 3. Activate one or both dead man’s switches.
  • Page 16: Start

    Only horizontal forces affect Simplex. Do not lift or push the handle downwards. Do not start steering before E-Drive is started. Simplex does not start if the force on the handle is too high. Then the indication release the handle is shown:...
  • Page 17: Care

    Care Cleaning If Simplex becomes dirty due to normal use, clean Simplex with a lightly damp towel. If Simplex is heavily soiled, use a towel and a neutral detergent. Make sure that no detergent remains on Simplex after cleaning. Corrosion Simplex parts that can be exposed to corrosion are made of aluminium, stainless steel or steel.
  • Page 18: Repairs

    The user must not repair or service Simplex. • The user must not remove and send parts of Simplex to the dealer for repair. • If repair is required, contact your dealer even if the fault is of a less serious nature.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Simplex is an accessory to E-Drive. In some cases, the manual of E-Drive is referred to for further troubleshooting. Errors and warnings from Simplex Simplex displays detected errors and warnings with the warning symbol in combination with the battery level indicator. Warnings allow continued operation and are indicated with yellow. Errors stops E-Drive and are indicated with red.
  • Page 20 Restart Simplex using the switch. Force sensor error Contact your dealer if the error remains. Restart Simplex using the switch. Force sensor error Contact your dealer if the error remains. Restart Simplex using the switch. Temperature sensor error. Contact your dealer if the error remains.
  • Page 21 Let Simplex be turned on. A new calibration is automatically saved after The calibration is reset. 10 min. Contact your dealer if the error remains. Errors and warnings from E-Drive For action and further information, see the user or service manual of E-Drive.
  • Page 22 E-Drive is stuck or overloaded. E-Drive is stuck or overloaded. Communication error between E- Drive motors and battery. Battery level is 10% or less. The battery is empty. The battery is cold. The battery is cold. The battery is hot. Sida 22 av 26...
  • Page 23 The battery is hot. There temperature sensor of the battery is faulty. The battery voltage is too high. E1-22 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-14 / E3-14 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-15 / E3-15 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-16 / E3-16 See service manual of E-Drive.
  • Page 24 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-19 / E3-19 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-20 / E3-20 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-21 / E3-21 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-22 / E3-22 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-23 / E3-23 See service manual of E-Drive.
  • Page 25 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-27 / E3-27 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-28 / E3-28 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-29 / E3-29 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-30 / E3-30 See service manual of E-Drive. E2-31 / E3-31 See service manual of E-Drive.
  • Page 26 Decon Wheel AB Södra Ekeryd 119, 314 91 Hyltebruk Tel: +46 (0)345 40880 Fax: +46 (0)345 40895 E-mail: info@decon.se Sida 26 av 26...

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