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Service manual American English F5 Corpus VS...
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This is the Service Manual of your product. The Service Manual is not a stand-alone document, but rather a complement to the User’s Manual. It is intended for technical personnel who maintain and repair Permobil power wheelchairs. It is important that anyone who performs maintenance and repairs described in this manual reads and understands the content of this manual so that the work is performed professionally.
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Text Produced and published by Permobil Edition: 7 Date: 2018-10-18 Order no: 335158 eng-US...
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How to contact Permobil Permobil Inc. 300 Duke Drive Lebanon, TN 37090 800.736.0925 Tel.: Fax: 800.231.3256 E-mail: TechSupport@permobil.com Web: www.permobilus.com...
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Head office of the Permobil group Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timrå Sweden Tel.: +46 60 59 59 00 Fax: +46 60 57 52 50 E-mail: info@permobil.com Web: www.permobil.com...
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Text Produced and published by Permobil Edition: 7 Date: 2018-10-18 Order no: 335158 eng-US...
F5 Corpus VS Contents Important information...........................11 Warranty ...............................11 Technical support ............................11 Spare parts and accessories ........................11 Ordering documentation ..........................11 Scrapping and recycling...........................12 Safety instructions ............................13 Descriptions of admonitions ........................13 Specifications ..............................14 Wiring diagram ............................14 3.1.1 Seat...............................14 3.1.2 Chassis ..............................17 Serial number labels ..........................19 3.2.1...
If any part is replaced without approval from Permobil, the warranty will become void. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a result of the being modified without permission. Technical support In the event of technical problems, contact your dealer or call Permobil Inc.
F5 Corpus VS Important information - Scrapping and recycling Scrapping and recycling Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in force.
F5 Corpus VS Safety instructions - Descriptions of admonitions 2 Safety instructions Descriptions of admonitions The following admonitions describing warnings, remarks and explanatory texts are used throughout this manual to draw attention to items of significant importance to safety: DANGER!
F5 Corpus VS Specifications - Serial number labels Serial number labels 3.2.1 Serial number label on chassis The serial number label is located on the lower, left hand side of the wheelchair chassis. Look between the rim spokes. Figure 5. Chassis identification number label.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4 Repairs Seat 4.1.1 Seat For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 4 mm. • 1 Allen key 5 mm. • 1 Circlip pliers. 4.1.1.1 Removing seat 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 6. Disconnect the ICS bus cable from the contact block at the seat frame. Release the cable from its cable bracket. Make note of how the cable is assembled with consideration to subsequent re-assembly.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 11. Disconnect the R-net cable from the contact block at the back of the backrest. Release the cable from its cable brackets. Make note of how the cable is mounted with consideration to subsequent mounting.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.1.2 Mounting seat 1. Position the seat on to the AP elevator. 2. Mount the six screws holding the seat. The seat should be mounted in different hole patterns depending on the seat depth setting.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 6. Attach the plastic cover with the four screws. Tightening torque: 0.89 lb.ft. Figure 23. The locations of the four screws securing the plastic cover. 7. Attach the plastic knob with the screw. Tightening torque: 0.22 lb.ft.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 10. Remount the seat plates, they are fitted with four screws at the back and front edge. 11. Remount the seat cushion. Figure 27. The seat plates are held in place by four screws.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.3.1 Removing UniTrack rail UniTrack rails are available in five different lengths that are used depending on the seat depth selected. 1. Remove the two screws that hold the rail in place. Figure 30. The UniTrack rail is held in place by two screws.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Remove the knob securing the position of the lower backrest plate. Figure 33. The lower backrest plate is secured by means of a knob. 4. Remove the lower section of the back rest by pulling the backrest plate straight up so it can be removed from the four locking devices.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 2. Secure the position of the plate by fitting the knob. Figure 36. The lower backrest plate is secured by means of a knob. 3. Assemble the upper backrest plate by sliding it down into the lower plate's grooves.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.5.1 Removing backrest actuator WARNING! Risk of injury while adjusting backrest Do not place any weight or load on the backrest while adjusting the backrest. 1. Raise the seat to its highest position. 2. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 9. Remove the nut (D) and the washer (C). Newer revision of the rear attachment uses a pin with a washer and a circlip. Remove the circlip (C) and the washer (B). 10. Hold the backrest and the actuator in a steady grip unit when you remove the screw (A) and the washer (B) from the slewing bracket and the actuator.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 13. Remove the screw and washer from the front bracket of the actuator. Figure 47. The front attachment of the actuator. 14. Remove the actuator. Figure 48. You have to angle out the actuator.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Apply grease (Lubetec Red Guard or equivalent) on the spacer. Figure 51. Apply grease before mounting the spacer. 4. Fit the spacer into the actuator’s end. Figure 52. The spacer’s location. 5. Raise the backrest to get the slewing bracket in the correct position.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 6. Push the screw (A) with washer (B) through the spacer and the slewing bracket. Fit the nut (D) with washer (C) onto the screw. Hold the screw to counteract rotation while tightening the nut.
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Parts needed are included in the spare parts kit. Contact Permobil or your dealer for further information. Figure 58. If the actuator bracket is protruding at the...
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Remove the seat cushion. 4. Remove the thigh supports. 5. Remove the seat plates. See 4.1.2 Seat plates , Page 25. 6. Remove the two screws securing the seat plate brackets on the left side.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 9. Remove the nut (D) and washer (C). Newer revision of the rear attachment uses a pin with a washer and a circlip. Remove the circlip (C) and the washer (B). 10. Hold the backrest and the actuator in a steady grip unit when you remove and screw (A) and the washer (B) from the slewing bracket and the actuator.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 13. Remove the three screws and the nut with the washer securing the actuator. If triggered: remove the broken part of the middle screw by screwing it upwards from underneath. 14. Check for damages on other parts and replace if needed.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Fit the front screw thru the seat plate into the actuator bracket. Leave a 3/64 inch gap between the actuator bracket and the seat plate. Figure 70. The screw that secures the front of the actuator bracket.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 5. Mount the backrest actuator, see 4.1.5.2 Mounting backrest actuator , Page 31. Figure 74. Mount the backrest actuator. 6. Test the backrest actuator bracket function by pushing the backrest forward and then try to pull it backwards. It should lock in a forward position.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 7. Push in the key using an awl and pull the backrest backwards into its original position. Figure 78. Push in the key and pull the backrest backwards into its original position. Figure 79. Use an awl to push in the key.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 11. Push back the UniTrack rail brackets with the rail onto the seat bars. 12. Mount the two screws securing the two UniTrack rail brackets. Figure 82. The UniTrack rail brackets is attached with two screws.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4. Remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. Figure 85. The locations of the four screws securing the plastic cover. 5. Document the cable set up behind the plastic cover. Figure 86. It is important that you document the cable set up.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 8. Remove the joint for the backrest slide function, which is held in place by one screw. Figure 89. The joint for the backrest slide function is held in place by one screw. 9. Carefully move the armrests together with armrest hinge backwards.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 12. Loosen the screws on the left and right side of the backrest profile and then remove its end cover by sliding it straight out. Figure 92. The end cover of the backrest profile is secured using one screw on the left side and one on the right.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.7.2 Mounting armrest height adjustment mechanism 1. Push the threaded rod into the backrest profile and at the same time screw on the driver (1). 2. Apply thread locker (Loctite 2701) to the ends of the threaded rod and fit the two end pieces (2 &...
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 6. Carefully put the armrests and the armrest hinge back to its original position. 7. Reattach the armrests using the four screws with the washers. Tighten the screws using a torque wrench. Tightening torque 7.2 lb.ft.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.8 Parallel armrest rod For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Circlip pliers. • 1 Allen key 5 mm. 4.1.8.1 Removing parallel armrest rod 1. Remove the screw at the front of the parallel armrest rod.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 2. Assemble the parallel armrest rod at the back using the bolt and the circlip. Figure 106. The parallel armrest rod rear attachment. 3. Assemble the parallel armrest rod at the front using the screw.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Remove the cable ties necessary for removing the panel holder. Figure 110. Use the diagonal pliers. 4. Disconnect the control panel’s cable. Figure 111. The control panel’s cable connection is in most cases situated under the armrest.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 6. Pull out the panel holder. Figure 114. The new parallel panel holder is attached by two nuts into the UniTrack. Figure 115. The earlier model of the parallel panel holder and the rotational panel holder is attached by a clamp.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 2. Tighten the screw(s). Figure 118. The screws position on the new model of the parallel panel holder. Figure 119. The screw’s position on the earlier model of the parallel panel holder and the rotational panel holder.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 5..and attach the cable ties accordingly. Figure 122. Be careful when tightening the cable ties. Do not damage the cables. 6. Switch On the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 123. On/Off symbol depending on model.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4. Remove the front ends of the UniTrack rails. Figure 125. Remove the front ends of the UniTrack rails. 5. Remove the front bracket of the manual adjustment unit or actuator. Start with the lock nut (7) and the shim washer (6) on the inside of the bracket, then remove the screw (3), washer (4) and spacer (5).
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Mount the front ends of the UniTrack rails. 4. Connect the articulation actuator to the connector on its cable. Figure 128. Remount the front ends of the UniTrack rails. 5. Mount the leg rest's top cover by carefully pressing its bracket into place on the leg rest's axle.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 1. Raise the seat to its highest position. 2. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 130. On/Off symbol depending on model. 3. Remove the seat cushion. 4. Remove the thigh supports.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4.1.11.2 Mounting leg rest actuator 1. Apply grease (Lubetec Red Guard or equivalent) on trunnion and bushing surfaces (A). 2. Mount the rear of the actuator onto the trunnion using the M6x12 screw (B) and its washer.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 2. Unscrew the plastic knob until ... Figure 137. The knee pads are removed in the following figures for better visual orientation, you do not need to remove the pads. 3..the screw is visible on the bottom of the front frame.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 7. Remove the lock. Figure 141. The lock. 8. Remove the plastic plug. Figure 142. The plastic plug is located in the bottom end of the tube. 4.1.12.2 Mounting inner tube 1. Mount the plastic plug.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Mount the lock with M6x16 hexagon socket head screw. Tightening torque 7.2 lb.ft. Figure 145. Use the M6x16 screw to secure the lock. 4. Slide the front frame onto the tube. Figure 146. The knee pads are removed in the following figures for better visual orientation, you do not need to remove the pads.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 7. Insert the tube into the leg rest. Figure 149. Adjust the height by pushing in the handle. 4.1.12.3 Removing knee pads 1. Loosen the four screws. Figure 150. There are two screws on each bracket.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 4. Remove the four screws on each knee pad. Figure 153. The inside of the knee pad. 5. Remove the bracket. Figure 154. The bracket. 4.1.12.4 Mounting knee pads 1. Insert the bracket into the countersunk of the knee pad.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Seat 3. Fit the upholstery. Figure 157. Pull the upholstery onto the pad. 4. Slide the knee pads onto the front frame. Figure 158. The brackets should slide easily, otherwise loosen the screws even more.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.1.13.1 Removing footplate 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Remove the screw holding the footplate in place. 3. Remove the footplate friction brake by taking the parts off the shaft.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 3. Remove the two knobs holding the chassis covers. Figure 163. The chassis covers are fitted with two knobs. 4. Pull the top chassis cover backwards off the chassis. Figure 164. Top cover. 5. Pull the rear chassis cover off the chassis. Note that the cover is mounted around the axles of the link arms.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 6. Pull the front chassis cover off the chassis. Note that the cover is mounted with snap hooks on the lower part of the chassis. Figure 167. Front cover. 4.2.1.2 Mounting chassis covers 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 5. Mount the front chassis cover on to the chassis. Note that the cover is mounted with snap hooks on the lower part of the chassis. Position the cover making sure the fixing points are correctly positioned with the corresponding holes of the chassis.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 6. Slide the top chassis cover on to the chassis and at the same time press the rear edge of it downwards to make sure it hooks on to the rear chassis cover. Figure 174. Top cover.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.1.3 Link arm covers Removing link arm accent color cover There is an accent color cover fitted on each link arm. This cover can be removed with the link arm still assembled on the wheelchair.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Mounting link arm covers Assemble in the reverse order. 1. Fit the link arm covers using the three screws. 2. Fit the link arm. See 4.2.14 Link arms , Page 144. 3. Fit the link arm accent color cover. See Mounting link arm accent color cover , Page 68.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Removing drive motor cover The drive motor cover is assembled with a knob (3) on the top and hook and loop fasteners (4) on the side and a fixing point (5) at the bottom. The front fender needs to be removed before removing the drive motor cover.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 3. Position the cover and press it from above against the gear until the hook and loop fastener attaches with a "Click". 4. On wheelchairs with lights and indicators, connect the indicators cable to the connector marked front lights and turn signal. Position the other cable around the gear and through the slot on top of the cover.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Mounting front fender The front fender is assembled with a screw (1) and two fixing points (2). The wheelchair is shown without the drive wheel to get a better view of the front fender. The drive wheel does NOT need to be removed for this operation.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis • 1 Torx key T–20. • Means of documentation (camera, pen and paper etc.). Manual operation of AP elevator If the AP elevator does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the adjustment devices are defective, the seat can be raised or lowered manually.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 5. Remove the leg rest's top cover by carefully pulling it straight out. If the three attachment screws of the power motor of the seat tilt mechanism are accessible, proceed to step 10. Figure 195. Remove the leg rest's top cover by carefully pulling it straight out.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 8. Remove the seven screws marked (B) securing the seat frame’s rear section. Figure 198. The position of the rear section of the seat frame (backrest position) is fixed by seven screws, here marked with the letter B.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Manual adjustment of height and angle 1. Fold the leg rest upwards to get access to the seat elevator axle. 2. Use the Allen key from the back rest to manually adjust the height of the seat elevator i.e.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4. Refit the circlip and the bolt at the back of the parallel armrest rod. Figure 204. The parallel armrest rod rear attachment. 5. Refit the rear attachment screw of the UniTrack rail on the left and right hand side of the seat.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 8. Refit the seat plates, they are fitted with four screws at the back and front edge. 9. Refit the seat cushion. Figure 208. The seat plates are held in place by four screws.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 9. Remove the screw securing the plastic knob. 10. Remove the plastic knob. Figure 212. The plastic knob is attached with a screw. 11. Remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. Figure 213. The locations of the four screws securing the plastic cover.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 14. Detach the AP elevator rod from the back rest hinge. It is attached with a pin and circlip. Figure 216. The AP elevator rod is attached with a pin and circlip. 15. Remove the seat. See 4.1.1 Seat , Page 20.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 20. Remove the two screws (3) holding the AP elevator at the back. Figure 220. The two screws holding the AP elevator at the back. 21. Lift the AP elevator straight up out of the chassis.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 3. Refit the front transport eyes, they are attached with two screws each. Use a torque wrench to tighten the screws. 17.7 lb.ft Figure 224. The front transport eyes, are attached with two screws each.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 8. Connect the Tilt motor cabling to the contact block at the seat frame. Mount the cable to its cable brackets on the right hand side of the seat. See 4.2.2.3 AP elevator tilt motor cable , Page 104.
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Maintenance by a qualified service technician Only qualified service technicians should perform the maintenance and repair specified in this manual. Read all instructions carefully before proceeding. If any questions arise, contact Permobil for assistance. NOTICE Always change the textile tube The textile tube should always be changed when the actuator is replaced.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 1. Begin by fully elevating the seating and fully elevating the leg rest. Figure 232. Elevate the seating and the leg rest.. 2. Remove the M8x25 bolt and washer. Figure 233. Placement of the bolt and the washer.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 5. Remove the cable clips from the left and right side of the top plate. Save them for later installation. Figure 236. The placement of the cable clips is highlighted with the white arrows.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 9. Remove the four M6x12 bolts. The plate and plastic cover are now disassembled. Figure 240. The placement of the four bolts. 10. Remove the two M6x12 bolts securing the rear seat bar to the top plate.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 12. Remove the bracket holding the end of the actuator and scrap it. The bracket can look different depending on the revision, see A, B or C. If you have bracket A or B, remove the end stop D and scrap Figure 243.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 15. Remove the pinch guard from the top plate. Figure 247. The seat has been removed in this picture for a better view. 16. Place the plate in the "center of gravity", position 3, for easy access of the bolts in the coming steps.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 19. Check that the leg rest is fully elevated. Figure 251. The leg rest must be fully elevated. 20. Enter seating into the Emergency operation mode. i. Turn off the wheelchair. ii. Press and hold button 6 and 8 on the ICS switchbox.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 23. Use a strap to secure the elevators position. Attach the strap to the leg rest and the shaft of the lower back of the AP elevator. Figure 255. Attach the strap around the leg rest ...
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis CAUTION! Always replace the textile cover The textile cover should always be replaced when the actuator is replaced. Depending on the revision of the carriage there are different actions. Carriage A: Remove the nut and the M6 screw and scrap them, Figure 259.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis The length of the actuator spindle might differ depending on different revisions. Position, by eye, the polymer nut on the new actuator in the same position as the nut on the previously removed actuator.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 33. Reattach the snap ring and the shaft holding the actuator. Figure 267. Reattach the snap ring and the shaft. 34. Detach the strap from the leg rest and the shaft of the lower back of the AP elevator.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis This step is only necessary if the textile cover is in separate parts. Assemble the plate to the textile cover. Figure 271. Pull one end of the plate thru one of the holes. Figure 272. Pull the other end of the plate thru the opposite hole.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 39. Mount one of the new M5x12 screws in the upper hole. Do not tighten the screw. Figure 275. Use the upper hole in the carriage. Depending on the revision of the carriage there are different actions.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 42. Turn off the wheelchair and disconnect the actuator lead. Figure 279. Disconnect the actuator lead. 43. Power the chair up thru the On/Off button on the input module. After the chair powers up, connect the actuator lead to the ICS system.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis NOTICE Monitor the textile cover Carefully monitor the textile cover as the seating moves. Make certain the cover does not entangle with the rotating spindle. 45. Push and hold button 1 to move the seating from its anterior tilt position to 0 °/horizontal position.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 48. Continue to push and hold button 1 until the actuator reaches the end stop and the LED:s flashes red. Figure 286. The ICS switchbox has two versions, one with buttons and one with paddle switches.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis CAUTION! Seating unbolted The seating system is unbolted from the top plate in these steps. Carefully slide the seating system to and fro to gain access to the bolts required. 51. Make sure the 12 marked bolts are removed so the plastic cover and plate can be moved.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 54. Fit the pinch guard to the top plate using the two screws. Tightening torque 2.2 lb.ft. Figure 293. The pinch guard is assembled with two screws from the top. 55. Push in the two plastic rivets into the pinch guard and the top plate.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 58. Reattach the bolts securing the plastic cover and plate. Tighten with 7.2 lb.ft Figure 297. The placement of the eight bolts. Figure 298. The placement of the four bolts. 59. Reattach the unitrack rail and the width adjustment brackets.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 61. Reattach the cable clips with cables in them. Tighten with 11 in-lbs. Figure 301. The placement of the cable clips. 62. Reattach the seat plates, which are held in place by four screws.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 65. Carefully test the system for proper operation of the seat functions. Pay particular attention to the operation of tilt and the seat lift in both directions of travel. Make certain the textile cover cannot become entangled in the rotating spindle.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 3. There should be 5” between the upper cable bracket and the lower cable bracket. Figure 308. There should be 5” between the upper cable bracket and the lower cable bracket. 4. The bus cables are laid across the seat frame and mounted in the two cable brackets.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Removing AP elevator pinch guards 1. Raise the seat to its highest position. 2. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 311. On/Off symbol depending on model. 3. Remove the four screws holding the pinch guard to the upper arm.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 8. Remove the two screws holding the pinch guard on the top plate. 9. Remove the pinch guard from the plate. Figure 315. The pinch guard is assembled with two screws from the top.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4. Fit the pinch guard to the upper elevator arm with the four screws. Tightening torque 2.2 lb.ft. Figure 319. The pinch guard is assembled with four screws. 4.2.2.5 AP elevator battery pole protection Removing AP elevator battery pole protection 1.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Removing AP elevator gas spring 1. Raise the seat to its highest position. 2. Switch off the power supply using the On/Off key on the control panel. 3. Remove the circlip and pin holding the gas spring unit at the front.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 2. Assemble the gas spring unit at the back using the screw, washers and nut. 3. Assemble the gas spring unit at the front using the circlip and pin. Figure 326. AP elevator gas spring.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis WARNING! Risk of crushing - two people are required Two people are required for this task due to heavy lifting. Watch out for moving parts, there is a risk of crushing. Removing track wheel kit 1.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis • 1 Ring wrench, 10 mm. • Means of documentation (camera, pen and paper etc.). WARNING! Use safety gloves and safety goggles Always use safety gloves and safety goggles when working with batteries. Exercise caution when using metallic tools or other objects while working with batteries.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4. Slide the top cover off the chassis. Figure 335. Top cover. 5. Pull the back cover off the dual locks and off the chassis. Figure 336. Back cover. Figure 337. An enlargement of the back cover going over the rear axle.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 7. Disconnect the right motor and inhibit cable connector (C). 8. Disconnect the left motor and the bus cable connector (B). 9. Disconnect the control panel connector (A). Figure 339. Connectors (B) and (C); for disconnection.
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CAUTION! Always use recommended batteries D. Battery terminal. Always use Permobil recommended batteries. Other replacement batteries have not been tested for use with Permobil wheelchairs. E. Battery strap. F. Battery terminal cover. G. Battery box pull-out strap. 1. Use the battery straps and lift the new batteries in reverse order (leave the straps on the new batteries).
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4. Attach the cable that is connected to the front battery's right terminal in its cable holder. Figure 345. Attach the cable that is connected to the front battery's right terminal in its cable holder as shown.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 10. Refit the rear chassis cover on to the chassis. Figure 349. Rear cover. Figure 350. An enlargement of the rear cover going over the rear axle. 11. Refit the top chassis covers on to the chassis.
13. Switch the automatic main circuit breaker to the On position. ON / OFF ON / OFF Figure 353. Main circuit breaker located under the Permobil logotype on the rear cover. 4.2.4 Drive motors For this task the following tools are necessary: •...
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 8. Remove the drive motor, it’s fitted with four screws. Figure 356. Mounting or removing the drive motor. 4.2.4.2 Mounting drive motor Assemble the drive motor in the reverse order. 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the seat lift does not work...
If a wheel bolt is removed for tire service, replace it with a new, unused bolt from Permobil and tighten it to the recommended torque. Also, inspect the drive axle and wheel rim for any damage. Damage to either part can cause the wheel bolt to loosen or fracture.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 362. On/Off symbol depending on model. 2. Jack up the wheelchair until the wheel turns freely. Figure 363. Use a jack or equivalent to lift up the wheelchair.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4. Remove the hub cap (the design may vary depending on markets and market regulations) by carefully levering it out using fingers on two edges of the hub cap. Figure 366. Use your fingers as follows on two edges of the hub cap.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 5. Push the hub cap (the design may vary depending on markets and market regulations) in place. 6. Remove the blocks. 7. Lower the wheelchair using a jack or equivalent. Figure 370. The hub cap snaps when it is in place.
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Insufficient tire pressure may result in abnormal wear and a shorter driving range. CAUTION! Maintenance by a qualified service technician Only qualified service technicians should perform the maintenance and repair specified in this manual. Read all instructions carefully before proceeding. If any questions arise, contact Permobil for assistance.
Insufficient tire pressure may result in abnormal wear and a shorter driving range. CAUTION! Maintenance by a qualified service technician Only qualified service technicians should perform the maintenance and repair specified in this manual. Read all instructions carefully before proceeding. If any questions arise, contact Permobil for assistance.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.5.3 Casters A. Spacer. B. Wheel. C. Washer, 8,5x23x3. D. Screw, ISO 4762 M8x16 10.9 Fe/Zn/TUF- LOK. E. Hub cap (the design may vary depending on markets and market regulations). Figure 373. Assembling the rim.
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If a wheel bolt is removed for tire service, replace it with a new, unused bolt from Permobil and tighten it to the recommended torque. Also, inspect the drive axle and wheel rim for any damage. Damage to either part can cause the wheel bolt to loosen or fracture.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 1. Check that the wheel shaft and rim are undamaged. Clean to remove dirt and rust. Replace damaged parts. 2. Fit the spacer (A) on the axle. 3. Install the wheel (B) on the axle by hand without using any tools.
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Insufficient tire pressure may result in abnormal wear and a shorter driving range. CAUTION! Maintenance by a qualified service technician Only qualified service technicians should perform the maintenance and repair specified in this manual. Read all instructions carefully before proceeding. If any questions arise, contact Permobil for assistance.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.6 Wheel hubs The following items are necessary for this task: • Torque wrench. • Allen socket, 6 mm. • Puller 4.2.6.1 Install wheel hub 1. Check the axle and key for damages. 2. Clean all parts with alcoholic cleaner.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 6. Apply a thin layer of Loctite 638 around the chamfer of the shaft. Figure 386. Apply a thin layer of Loctite 638 around the chamfer of the shaft. 7. Attach the screw (TUF-LOK) with washers on the axle. Mind the assembly order of the different types of washer.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 2. Jack up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely. Figure 389. Use a jack or equivalent to lift up the wheelchair. 3. Use the blocks to secure the chair further. Figure 390. Use two blocks on each side of the chassis box.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis This step does only apply if the wheelchair is equipped with a later revision of the friction brake. 5. Unscrew the screw. 6. Remove the spacer, bearing, washer and wheel fork. Figure 393. The spacer, bearing, washer and wheel fork.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis This step does only apply if the wheelchair is equipped with an early revision of the friction brake (see Figure 396). 3. Attach the nut, washer, adjustment unit, o-ring, friction brake screw and friction brake plate.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.8.1 Removing support wheel unit 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel. 2. Remove the front chassis cover. See 4.2.1 Covers , Page 63. 3. Remove the support wheel actuator. See 4.2.10.1 Removing support wheel actuator , Page 136...
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.9.1 Removing support wheel WARNING! Removing support wheels increases tipping risk Removing the support wheels increases the risk of the wheelchair’s tipping over. The wheelchair may not be driven without support wheels. 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.10.2 Mounting support wheel actuator 1. Mount the actuator using the screw, washer and nuts at the top and the pin and circlip at the bottom. 2. Reconnect the actuator to the connectors J11 or J12 on the ICS Master Module.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 6. Remove the magnetic wheel lock, it’s fitted with three screws. Figure 406. The magnetic wheel lock is fitted with three screws. 4.2.11.2 Mounting magnetic wheel lock Assemble in the reverse order. 1. Fit the magnetic wheel lock with the brake release lever pointing outwards using the three screws.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.12 Friction brakes The following items are necessary for this task: • Torque wrench. • Allen socket. NOTICE Use the correct tools and spare parts Do not use a pneumatic impact wrench. Do not use other types of screws or washers.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 3. Use the blocks to secure the chair further. Figure 412. Use two blocks on each side of the chassis box. The wheels has been removed in this figure for better viewing. Figure 413. The position of the blocks. The arrow points in the direction of travel.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis This step does only apply if the wheelchair is equipped with an early revision of the friction brake (see Figure 415). 6. Remove the nut, washer, adjustment unit, o-ring, friction brake screw and friction brake plate.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.12.2 Install friction brake 1. Clean the friction brake and the friction brake housing. Remove all grease and dirt. Figure 418. The friction brake and the friction brake housing. 2. Attach the wheel fork and hold it in place.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.13 Shock absorbers For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Torque wrench. • 1 Allen key socket 6 mm. • 1 Spanner 13 mm. 4.2.13.1 Removing front shock absorber 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the seat lift does not work...
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.14 Link arms For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Torque wrench. • 1 Allen key socket 6 mm. 4.2.14.1 Removing rear link arm 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.14.3 Removing front link arm 1. Raise the seat to the highest position. If the seat lift does not work normally because the batteries are discharged or the actuator is defective, the seat can be raised or lowered manually, see Manual operation of AP elevator , Page 73.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.15 Lights and turn signals 4.2.15.1 Main cable Removing main cable 1. Switch off the power supply using the On/Off key on the control panel and switch the automatic main fuse to Off. See 4.3.5 Main circuit breaker , Page 160.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Mounting main cable 1. Switch off the power supply using the On/Off key on the control panel and switch the automatic main fuse to Off. See 4.3.5 Main circuit breaker , Page 160. 2. Remove the chassis covers. See 4.2.1 Covers , Page 63.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis 4.2.15.2 Front turn signals Removing front turn signal 1. Switch off the power supply using the On/Off key on the control panel and switch the main circuit breaker to Off. See 4.3.5 Main circuit breaker , Page 160.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Chassis Removing front light 1. Switch off the power supply using the On/Off key on the control panel and switch the main circuit breaker to Off. See 4.3.5 Main circuit breaker , Page 160. 2. Remove the front fender. See Removing front fender , Page 69.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 4.2.15.4 Rear lights and turn signals Remove rear light and turn signal 1. Remove the chassis covers. See 4.2.1 Covers , Page 63. 2. Disconnect the cables on the back of the light or turn signal by pulling them straight out.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 2. Remove the cable ties holding the R-net control panel (A) and the ICS control panel (B) cabling in place under the arm rest. Note the attachment locations of the cable ties for subsequent reassembly.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 4. Switch On the main power switch on the control panel. Figure 446. On/Off symbol depending on model. 4.3.2 R-net and ICS bus cabling This section describes how the R-net and ICS bus cables are mounted between the chassis and the seat.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 3. The cable loop between the upper and lower cable bracket should be 5”. Figure 449. The cable loop between the upper and lower cable bracket should be 5”. 4. The ICS bus cable is connected to the seventh position of the connector block on the right hand side of the seat.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 6. The length of the cable loop between the first cable bracket on the AP elevator and the seat frame must be 5″as indicated by the with double-pointed arrow. The ICS bus cable is mounted behind the R-net bus cable in the cable brackets.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 10. The bus cables are tied together with a cable tie in the middle of the cable loop. Figure 455. The R-net and ICS bus cables are tied together with a cable tie in the middle of the cable loop.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 13. The cable brackets are mounted with one screw each. Use a Torque wrench to tighten the screws. Tightening torque 0.9 lb.ft. Figure 458. The cable is mounted with three cable brackets on the pillar, each mounted with a screw.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 16. The rest of the cables is tied into a loop with a cable tie. It is important that the cables go straight down from the last cable bracket on the pillar to avoid pinching when mounting the chassis front cover.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 4.3.3.2 Mounting R-net power module Assemble in reverse order. 1. Reassemble the power module and battery cable holder, it is fitted with two nuts. See fig. 462. 2. Reconnect the electrical connections to the R-net controller and wrap the cable according to fig.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 4.3.4.2 Mounting ICS master module Mount the ICS master module in the reverse order. CAUTION! Configure ICS master module The ICS master module must be configured for the seat before mounting.
F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics 4.3.5 Main circuit breaker 4.3.5.1 Resetting main circuit breaker NOTICE Investigate tripped main circuit breaker A tripped main circuit breaker often indicates a major electrical fault. The ON / OFF ON / OFF cause of a tripped main circuit breaker must be carefully investigated and determined before resetting the circuit breaker.
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F5 Corpus VS Repairs - Control panel and electronics NOTICE Pre mounted cables Replacement main circuit breakers are delivered with pre-mounted cables that are tightened to the correct torque. Do not loosen, tighten or in any way adjust the pre-mounted cables.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5 Adjustments Seat 5.1.1 Seat width For this task the following tools are necessary: • 1 Allen key 4 mm. • 1 Allen key 5 mm. The seat width can be adjusted to give the user optimal comfort. There are four fixed levels, each 1”...
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 1. Remove the seat cushion by lifting it straight up. It is attached by means of velcro on the rear of the cushion. Figure 475. The UniTrack rails are fixed in place with two screws each.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5. Adjust the seat depth by moving the front section of the seat frame to the required position. The rails with which the seat depth is adjusted are marked with the settings for each potential position.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 13. Mount seat plates of a suitable length for the seat depth setting. The plates are held in place by two screws at the back edge and two quick-mount clamps at the front. 14. Fit a cushion of a suitable length and width for this setting. Secure the cushion in place using the velcro on the back of the cushion.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 3. Remove the two screws holding the backrest locking mechanism in place. 4. Adjust the height of the backrest by sliding the upper section upwards or downwards to the required position. The upper backrest plate is marked with the settings for each potential position.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 2. Remove the adjustment crank. Figure 485. The adjustment crank is located in the backrest profile. 3. Adjust the armrests to the required position using the adjustment crank in the adjustment screw on the rear of the backrest.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 2. Push in/pull out the armrest shaft to the desired position. 3. Secure it at the required setting by retighten the screw. Figure 488. There are markings on the shaft to help with orientation.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5.1.6 Armrest angle The armrests are both individually foldable. The armrest angle can easily be adjusted for optimal comfort. 1. Loosen the two lock nuts on the adjustment bars. 2. Adjust the armrest angle by turning the adjustment bars.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5.1.8.1 Adjustments The parallel armrest rod should be adjusted corresponding to the seat depth. 1. Remove the screw fixating the length setting of the parallel armrest rod. Figure 494. Remove the screw fixating the length setting of the parallel armrest rod.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat Control panel sliding angle adjustment 1. Remove one of the screws. Choose the side that is desired to be sliding. Figure 498. Only remove one of the screws. 2. Angle the panel. 3. Refit the screw. Tighten the screw to the preferred friction.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat Panel holder base position 1. Remove the control panel, see . 2. Remove the two screws and the front part of the panel holder. Figure 502. The two screws securing the front part of the panel holder.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat Length adjustment 1. Undo the screw(s) on the underside enough to slide the panel holder. Figure 505. The position of the screws on the new model of the parallel panel holder. Figure 506. The screw’s position on the earlier models of the parallel panel holder.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat Adjusting the friction joint 1. Undo the screw or the knob to make the friction joint more loose. Figure 509. The screw’s position on the new model of the parallel panel holder. Figure 510. The knob position on the earlier models of the parallel panel holder.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 4. Remove the two plates. Figure 513. The two plates. 5. Turn the adjustment links to the preferred position. Figure 514. The adjustment links have teeth that mesh with a corresponding set of teeth in the panel holder.
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F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat Panel holder base position 1. Remove the panel holder, see 5.1.9 Panel holder , Page 170. 2. Remove the two screws securing the panel holder to bracket. Figure 517. The two screws with washers on the new parallel panel holder.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat This adjustment only applies to the new parallel panel holder. The panel holder bracket is adjustable height wise. The panel holder bracket can also be flipped to alter the base position further. When the preferred position is reached, tighten the two screws together with the two washers.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 1. Loosen the two screws on the chest support. 2. Position the chest support on a suitable depth. 3. Secure into position by tightening the two screws; torque 17.7 lb.ft. Figure 523. The depth of the chest support is secured with two screws.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5.1.13 Thigh support The position of the thigh support can be adjusted forwards or backwards to give the user optimal comfort. Slide the thigh support forwards or backwards to the desired position. Figure 525. The position of the thigh support can be adjusted.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Seat 5.1.14.2 Knee support width The width of the knee supports can be adjusted to give the user optimal comfort. Loosen the two screws and adjust the knee support pad to a suitable position. Retighten the screws to fix into position.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Chassis WARNING! Risk of injury - adjust floor to footplate distance After adjustment, and with the seat lift in its lowest position, make sure there is sufficient space, at least 1 inch, between the ground and the footplates at all times when maneuvering the leg rest in or out and when using the standing function.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Chassis This adjustment does not apply if the wheelchair is equipped with the new revision of the friction brake. Figure 531. This friction brake is not adjustable. 1. Remove the cover (1) on the link arm.
F5 Corpus VS Adjustments - Control panel and electronics Remove the chassis covers to facilitate adjustments of the shock absorbers. 1. Measure to define the present spring force setting of the shock absorbers. Figure 533. Measure the spring force setting of the shock absorbers.
Note that the guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service provider or Permobil in case of doubt. Possible cause Remedy Event The wheelchair does not start.
If any part is replaced without approval from Permobil, the warranty will become void. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a result of the being modified without permission. 7.2.5...
F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel Remedy Event Indication 3 LEDs Check the left drive motor’s contacts and cables. Short circuit in left drive motor 4 LEDs Check the connection of the right drive motor. Failure in right drive motor 5 LEDs Check the right drive motor’s contacts and cables.
If any part is replaced without approval from Permobil, the warranty will become void. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a result of the being modified without permission. 7.3.3 Example of a screen showing system fault 7.3.3.1...
The system log is accessed by means of programming directly in the system (On Board Programming, OBP). Contact Permobil for more information on OBP. Go to OBP mode • Select System from the menu.
F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel Description Error message as shown on display Go to section Latched Timeout 7.3.6.8 Latched Timeout . Go to section Brake Lamp Short 7.3.6.9 Brake Lamp Short . Left Lamp Short Go to section 7.3.6.10 Lamp Short .
F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel If the error persists after the batteries and connections have been checked, the power module may be defective. Read more in 7.4 Repairing defective units , Page 197. 7.3.6.3 High Battery This occurs when the control system detects that the battery voltage is higher than 35 V.
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F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel 7.3.6.7 Joystick Calibration Error This occurs when joystick calibration has been unsuccessful. • Go to OBP (on board programming) mode and recalibrate. If the error persists, the joystick module may be defective. Read more in 7.4 Repairing defective units , Page 197.
Programming should only be performed by persons with knowledge of control systems from Penny & Giles Drives Technology. Incorrect programming may mean that the wheelchair is unsafe. Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses of any kind if the control system factory settings are altered by programming.
F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel If the error persists after the checks listed above, the power unit may be defective. Read more in 7.4 Repairing defective units , Page 197. 7.3.6.16 Bad Cable This occurs when the control system detects a connection error in the communication cables between the modules.
These tests should be conducted in an open space, and some kind of restraining device, such as a safety belt, should always be used. Permobil cannot be held responsible for losses for any kind arising due to the non- observance of these recommendations.
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F5 Corpus VS Troubleshooting - Diagnostics R-net LCD control panel 7.3.7.2 Brake test These tests should be carried out on an even surface with at least one meter of free space around the wheelchair. • Switch on the control system.
Apart from specific OEM-approved spare parts, there are no replaceable parts in the R-net control system. Contact Permobil for further information on OEM-approved spare parts. Defective units must be sent for repair to Permobil or an authorized Permobil service center.
F5 Corpus VS Index Index Spare parts and accessories ....11 Support wheel unit...... 134 Adjustments........ 162 ICS master module...... 158 Admonitions......... 13 Important information ....11 AP elevator......72, 78 AP elevator, battery pole Technical support ......11 protection......... 108 Thigh support, adjustment ...
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