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Permobil C300
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  • Page 1 OWNER`S MANUAL Permobil C300 Permobil C300 Power Wheelchair Power Wheelchair...
  • Page 3 How to contact Permobil Permobil Inc. USA 6961 Eastgate Blvd. Lebanon, TN 37090 Phone: 800-736-0925 Fax: 800-231-3256 Email: info@permobilusa.com Head Office of the Permobil group Permobil AB Box 120, 861 23 Timrå, Sverige Tel: 060-59 59 00. Fax: 060-57 52 50 E-mail: info@permobil.se...
  • Page 4 Permobil C300 Power Wheelchair Produced and published by Permobil AB, Sweden Edition: 3. 2005-09 Order no. 205205-US-0...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Contents Important Information about this Owner’s Manual ..........6 Technical support ......................7 Spare Parts and Accesories ..................7 Scrapping the wheelchair ....................7 Warranty..........................7 Safety Instructions ....................8-23 Design and function ......................24 General - Overview ....................24 Driving - Shock absorbers ..................25 Wheels ........................26...

  • Page 6: Important Information About This Owner's Manual

    Service Manual can be ordered from Permobil, ask for item No. 205206-US-0. Spare Spart Catalog can be ordered from Permobil, ask for item No. 201245-US-0. If you are in need of another copy of the Owner’s Manual, it can be ordered...

  • Page 7: Technical Support

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Important Information about this Owner’s Manual TECHNICAL SUPPORT In the event of technical problems, you should contact your dealer or Permobil Inc USA at 1-800-736-0925. Always state the chassis serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided.
  • Page 8 Permobil is not responsible for personal injuries or property damage resulting from any person’s failure to follow the warnings and instructions in this manual. Permobil is not responsible for injuries or damage resulting from failure to exer- cise good judgment.
  • Page 9 • that all products ordered are included in the delivery, incuding operating instructions and possible other documentation. If you suspect that something is missing, then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible. • that no transport-related or other damages have occurred to the wheelchair and its accessories.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions WARNING Operation Permobil recommends the use of wheelchair lights at all times user is riding near public rights of way. Use extreme caution when driving near unprotected ledges, drop-offs or on elevated surfaces. Unintended movement or excessive speed in these areas can lead to personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 11 Permobil products. Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section of the supplied Owner´s Manual for current seat model. Operation of the wheelchair by users who exceed the maximum allowable user weight can lead to personal injury and property damage, including damage to the wheel- chair, as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair.
  • Page 12 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions NOTE Operation - Inclines When driving downhill, select the slowest speed and proceed with caution. Driving down an incline in a front wheel drive wheelchair can shift the user’s center of gravity forward. If the wheelchair rolls faster than you would like, stop the wheelchair by releasing the joystick and begin descending again at a slower speed.
  • Page 13 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions WARNING Operation - Inclines Do not drive the wheelchair where the sideways gradient is more than indicated in the technical specifications section of the manual. There is a risk of tipping over.
  • Page 14 In order to prevent the wheelchair from rolling away, ensure that the wheelchair is on a level and dry surface before releasing the brakes. In order to avoid personal injury do not use your Permobil in freewheel mode without an attendant present. Do not attempt to put the wheelchair in freewheel mode by yourself while seated in it.
  • Page 15 Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil's wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather con- ditions, however to minimize the risk of being caught in difficult situations you should avoid using the wheelchair outdoors during, for example, severe cold, heavy rain or thick snow.
  • Page 16 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions WARNING Driving with Seat Lift/Seat Tilt/Backrest Recline Be careful in making sure that nothing gets stuck between the chassis and the seat when the seat lift/seat tilt is operated. Operating the seat lift,seat tilt/ back- rest recline changes the center of gravity and increases the risk of tipping over.
  • Page 17 Safety Instructions WARNING Positioning Belt Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident. You may even receive further injury from the belts. Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels, they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven.
  • Page 18 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions WARNING Passengers The wheelchair is not intended to transport passengers, regardless of the age of the passenger. The Maximum User Weight stated in the Owner's Manual for your seating includes the user and any personal effects. The Maximum limit should not be exceeded.
  • Page 19 Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an accident. You may even receive further injury from the belts.
  • Page 20 Failure to do so can lead to personal injury. Do not use parts or accessories not authorized by Permobil. Use of unap- proved ”aftermarket” accessories and parts may cause changes in the wheel- chair, which may make the wheelchair unstable or uncontrollable.
  • Page 21 Safety Instructions WARNING Safety Circuits Permobil products are equipped with safety circuits. Inhibit circuits prevent the wheelchair from driving under certain conditions. Speed reduction circuits limit the wheelchair’s maximum speed under certain conditions. Limit switch circuits limit the wheelchair’s functions under certain circumstances. Overload protec- tion circuits shut the wheelchair off in case of an overload.
  • Page 22 If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expect- ed or if you suspect that something is wrong: Stop driving as soon as possible, shut off the wheelchair and contact your service contact or Permobil for more information.

  • Page 23: Safety Instructions

    The limit values for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) with respect to power wheelchairs is set in the harmonized standards for the EU in the Medical Devices Directive, No. 93/42/EEC. Permobil's electronic wheelchair’s comply with these limit values. Also see Important Information about Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) on page 66-67.

  • Page 24: Design And Function

    Design and Function Design and function General The Permobil C300 is an power wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving intend- ed for persons with functional impairments. The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat. The chassis contains the wheelchair's electronics, power supply and drive functions. The seat consists of...

  • Page 25: Driving - Shock Absorbers

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function Driving The Permobil C300 is equipped with a drive package for each drive wheel. The drive package consists of an electric motor with a drive gear and magnetic wheel lock. Wheel lock Electric motor...

  • Page 26: Wheels

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function Wheels The wheelchair's front wheels, the drive wheels, have air-filled tires. The rear wheels, the guide wheels, have solid rubber tires. Lights and reflectors In the standard version the wheelchair is equipped with reflectors in the front and back as well as on the sides.

  • Page 27: Electronics - Batteries

    THE MAIN FUSE MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY PERSONS WITH GOOD KNOWLEDGE OF THE WHEELCHAIR´S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. A blown out Main Fuse can involves larger electrical faults. The cause should be checked carefully before the fuse is exchanged. Always contact an authorized serviceman or Permobil when in doubt.

  • Page 28: Vsi Control Panel - Overview And Functions

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) VSI Control Panel The VSI Control Panel consists of a joystick, function buttons, indicator lights and charging outlet. NOTE! If your wheelchair doesn´t have any electric seat functions, the VSI Control Panel will not be equipped with any Actuator Buttons.
  • Page 29 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) Function Buttons/Indicator Lights On the control panel there are a total of 6 function buttons and a total of 2 indi- cator lights. Function Buttons Power Switch, On/Off Horn Speed Decrease Speed Increase...
  • Page 30 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) Panel display for control panel VSI Start button, On/Off Button to power up and power down the wheelchair. The start button must have been pressed for the chair to operate. Overview WARNING Do not use the Power Switch Button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency.
  • Page 31 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) Battery voltage indicator Maximum speed indicator The Maximum Speed Indicator has The battery voltage indicator lets you three functions: know how much charge is left in your batteries. 1. Indicates Adjusted Speed...

  • Page 32: Locking/Unlocking Wheelchair

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) Locking/Unlocking the Wheelchair The VSI control system can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. The locking method is via a sequence of key presses and joystick movements, as detailed below. To lock the wheelchair: •...
  • Page 33 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (VSI) Joystick The joystick is used to regulate the speed of the wheelchair forwards or back- wards, to turn and to brake. The speed is regulated proportionally by moving the joystick forwards or back- wards and the speed is directly proportional to the movement of the joystick (small movement low speed - large movement high speed).

  • Page 34: Pilot+ Control Panel - Overview And Functions

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Pilot + control panel The control panel consists of a joystick, function buttons and indicator lights. Your wheelchair may also be equipped with an extra seat control panel in addition to the control panel.
  • Page 35 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Function buttons/Indicator lights On the control panel there are a total of 7 function buttons and a total of 3 indicator lights. Function buttons Power switch, on/off Warning light Left turn indicator ”MODE”...
  • Page 36 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Panel display for control panel JSM-L 7key Pilot+ NOTE! If your wheelchair is not equipped with lights (option) the push buttons for lights and turning indicators have no function. However the turning indicator lamps on the con- trol panel flash when the warning but- ton is activated.
  • Page 37 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Lights (option) Warning horn Press the switch to turn on the Press the button to sound the horn lights of the wheelchair. and attract attention. Seat function indicator Speed indicator Indicates active seat function when Indicates the adjusted speed at which Leverman is used.
  • Page 38 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Locking/Unlocking the Wheelchair Wheelchairs with Pilot+ control system are equipped with a security key which can be used to lock the wheelchair to prevent unauthorized use. To lock the wheelchair: Make sure the wheelchair is switched On. The key should then be inserted into and withdrawn from the panel outlet, the maximum speed indicator will ripple up and down.
  • Page 39 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Joystick The primary function of the joystick is to control the speed and direction of the wheelchair. The further you push the joystick from the center position, the faster the wheelchair will move. When you release the joystick the brakes are auto- matically applied.

  • Page 40: Seat Control Panel - Functions

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Seat control panel With this panel, the wheelchair’s electrical seat functions are controlled. NOTE! The number of available functions and their position on the panel, can vary depending on how your wheelchair is equipped.

  • Page 41: Leverman - Functions

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Design and Function (Pilot +) Leverman (Joystick manager) With the help of Leverman, you can set the maximum speed of the wheelchair and also control the electrical seat functions. Speed selector Press MODE button once. The speed indicator lights flash and by moving the joystick to the right/left you can increase/decrease the maximum speed of the wheelchair.

  • Page 42: Handling

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Handling General The Wheelchair is designed for indoor and outdoor use. When driving indoors, you must observe care when driving in, for example, narrow passageways, when pass- ing through doors and entryways as well as when using elevators, ramps, etc. Also...

  • Page 43: Driving Technique

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling 4. The speed of the wheelchair is adjusted continuously by the joystick being moved different distances forward and backward respectively. The wheel- chair's electronics make creep driving possible over edges (max. 2.4 in.). You can drive up to the edge, and then carefully drive over it.

  • Page 44: Driving Rules

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Driving rules Support wheels The support wheels mounted at the front minimize the risk of the wheelchair tipping over forwards when passing obstacles and the like, and they must always be mounted when the chair is being driven.

  • Page 45: Obstacles

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles of a height greater than 2.4 in. Driving over tall edges increases the risk of tipping over as well as the risk of damage to the wheelchair.

  • Page 46: Downhill Slopes

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Driving on downhill slopes Driving on downhill slopes must always be done at a low speed and with great care. Avoid rapid braking, abrupt avoidance maneuvers and never maintain a speed higher than that at which you can maneuver the wheelchair in a safe and secure manner.

  • Page 47: Uphill Slopes

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Driving on uphill slopes Driving on uphill slopes must always be performed with great care. Avoid abrupt avoidance maneuvers and never maintain a speed higher than that at which you can maneuver the wheelchair in a safe and secure manner.

  • Page 48: Sideways Slopes

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Driving with sideways slopes Driving with a sideways slope must always be performed with great care. Avoid abrupt avoidance maneuvers and never maintain a speed higher than that at which you can maneuver the wheelchair in a safe and secure manner.

  • Page 49: Manual Handling Of The Magnetic Wheel Locks

    Always reset the wheel lock release after manually moving the wheelchair. NOTE When the wheel locks are released, the chair will not drive. If it does, contact your Permobil serviceman as soon as possible. Engage the wheel locks...

  • Page 50: Battery Charging

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Handling Battery Charging The amount of charge in your batteries depends on a number of factors, includ- ing the way you use your wheelchair, the temperature of the batteries, their age and the way they are made. These factors will affect the distance you can trav- el in your wheelchair.

  • Page 51: Charging Socket

    Ensure that the charger plug is pushed fully in position. You will not be able to drive the wheelchair when the charger is connected. If the wheelchair does drive with the charger plugged in, contact your Permobil serviceman as soon as possible. WARNING Only use the battery charger that has been supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil.

  • Page 52: Transport

    Never sit in your wheelchair while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair and seriously injured or killed. Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will not protect you in an acci- dent. You may even receive further injury from the belts.
  • Page 53 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Transport WARNING If the wheelchair has to be transported with the user in the chair into the vehicle through a ramp, the wheelchair shall be secured against tipping backwards by a person behind. Wheelchair users should transfer to the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed restraint system whenever it is feasible.

  • Page 54: Transporting By Air

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Transport General Advice for Air transport Please refer to the Air Carrier Access Act at 49 USC § 41705 and accompanying regulations at 14 CFR Part 382 for specific guidelines and regulations pertaining to transporting wheelchairs on aircraft in the United States.
  • Page 55 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Transport General Advice for Air transport 3. Preventing Damages The electronic components, as well as other critical parts, in your wheelchair are highly sophisticated and fragile and care must be taken to protect them. When transporting your wheelchair by air, we recommend that you cover the control panel with soft, shock-absorbing material (foamed plastic or similar) and fold it in towards the backrest.

  • Page 56: Maintenance And Repairs

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Maintenance and Repairs To ensure that your wheelchair works well, you must inspect, maintain, and obtain routine service on it regularly. Every wheelchair is subject to wear and tear between the moving parts and also due to the strains and stresses of typical use.

  • Page 57: General Batteries/Storage

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs General Batteries/Storage • Note that a battery drains on its own and a discharged battery can freeze and burst when it is cold. If the wheelchair must be stored without being used for a long period of time, the batteries should always be charged up once per month so that they do not incur any damage.

  • Page 58: Finishes Care And Maintenance

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Finishes Care and Maintenance With regular care and maintenance, your Permobil will provide years of superior performance and satisfaction. To maintain the finish quality of your wheelchair, please follow the cleaning procedures provided below.

  • Page 59: Wheels - Filling With Air

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Wheels Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair's tires have the prescribed tire pres- sure. An incorrect tire pressure can cause deterioration in stability and manuever- ability, plus extremely low air pressure can give rise to abnormal wear as well as shorter driving distances.

  • Page 60: Changing Front Tire Inner Tube

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Changing front tire inner tube 1. Put the wheelchair up on blocks so that the wheel is free and then let the air out of it. 2. Force the tire off the rim.

  • Page 61: Wheel Lock Release

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Wheel Lock Release Check regularly, approx. once per month, the functionality of the wheel lock release. It must not be possible to drive the wheelchair when the wheel locks are disengaged. Location of the release lever.

  • Page 62: Changing The Batteries

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Changing the batteries Front battery 1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface. 2. Run/fold out the leg support and, if possible, raise the seat lift. 3. Turn off the main power switch on the control panel.

  • Page 63: Rear Battery

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Maintenance and Repairs Rear battery 1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface. 2. Turn off the main power switch on the control panel. 3. Lift the chassis cover rear edge so that the rear battery cover comes free.

  • Page 64: Accessories

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Accessories Accessories We are constantly developing accessories for our wheelchairs. Contact your nearest Permobil retailer for more information about the accessories available for your wheelchair.

  • Page 65: Technical Specifications

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Technical specifications Technical specifications The specifications given below are only applicable to the Permobil C300 chassis with CS-seat. For size and weight information about each seat, see the Owner’s Manual accompanying the seat. DATA General Name ................Permobil C300 Size and weight Length................

  • Page 66: Important Information About Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Electromagnetic Interference CAUTION! It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference on your powered wheelchair. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred...
  • Page 67 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Electromagnetic Interference NOTE! Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop com- puters, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, and casette players, and small appli- ances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, so far we know, are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powered wheelchair.

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting Guide

    Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Troubleshooting Guide Error signals - Battery voltage indicator Every time the wheelchair is started up, a check is performed on parts of the wheel- chair’s electronics. If any faults have arisen in these parts, this is shown on the control panel’s battery voltage indicator by one or...
  • Page 69 Owner’s Manual Permobil C300 Troublshooting Guide CAUSE SOLUTION Check the battery and the connections between the High battery voltage Green battery and the control unit. Failure in wheel lock circuit Check the connections to the magnetic wheel lock. Green Check the contacts to the output stage. If the fault...

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Note that this guide does not describe all the possible events that can arise, and you should always get in touch with your service contact or Permobil when you are unsure...
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