FOREWORD Read and observe this manual to- LEGAL REQUIREMENTS gether with the operating manu- al < Operating module > as well as We thank you for the confidence you Please comply with the legal require- the brochure < Safety instructions have placed in our company by choos- ments of the country in which the electronic-vehicles >...
OVERVIEW HANDLING THE TIPS FOR ACCIDENT PRE- VENTION WHEELCHAIR MODEL: 1.445 / 9.505 First driving exercises A low maximum speed must be pre- The overview (fig. 1 and 2) shows the important components and control devic- The electric wheelchair, with attached selected on the control unit for the es of the wheelchair.
Functional checks CE regulations Safety informations An exposure to high temperatures The functions and safety of the elec- from lamps, the sun or other heat Note: Do not press the ON/OFF key whilst tric wheelchair must be checked be- or light sources can damage the The technology of this electric still in motion.
DRIVE-/PUSH MODE Selecting the push mode ➀ 1. Switch off the operating module The lever (fig. 3/ ) for switching the because the pushing will otherwise drive motors between the drive mode be made difficult by the electric and push mode is located on the right system.
SELECTING THE OPERATION Recharging batteries Batteries should only be charged with a battery charger that is suitable for The batteries should be charged im- Attention: the type and rating of the batteries. mediately after the daily use in order The functions and safety of the The guarantee is only preserved to its to have the full driving distance avail- electric wheelchair must be...
Charging procedure DRIVING BEHAVIOR The charging process for gel batteries You determine the speed and the trav- takes longer than that for batteries el direction through the movement of with liquid electrolyte due to physi- ➀ the joystick (fig. 10/ ) and the pre- cal reasons.
BRAKES Braking the wheelchair POSITIONING THE OPERAT- ING MODULE The wheelchair stops when you let go Attention: ➀ of the joystick (fig. 10/ The position of the operating module Have the brakes repaired immedi- can be adjusted to suit the individual ately by an authorised dealer if For allotted braking slowly guide the size of the user.
Remove the operating module LOADING AND TRANSPOR- TATION To remove the control unit, slacken the ➀ clamping screw (fig. 13/ ). Pull the Safety informations operating module to the front. For the transport in vehicles, you must leave the wheelchair and sit in a suit- Note: able seat in the vehicle.
Transport security Safety informations Note: Carry out the following steps when the Suitable fixing points can usually Loose object are to be stored se- wheelchair is located in the transport be found in the car and in the ve- curely. vehicle: hicle operating manual.
RAMPS AND LIFTING Special safety informations Only approved ramps or lifting EQUIPMENT equipments may be used. For safety reasons, the wheelchair When the wheelchair is loaded with must be unloaded (without bag- Attention: the help of ramps or lifting platforms, gage and without user) during its The loading capacity per ramp or the following safety instructions are...
COMPONENTS ERGOpor seat element (Option) SEAT Detaching the ERGOpor seat element Folding over the seat strap The seat element is detached by slack- For cleaning and maintenance work ➀ on the batteries the seatbelt can be ening the clamping screws (fig. 23/ folded over to one side (fig.
Seat inclination Seat suspension The seat inclination can be adjusted For optimal sitting comfort the seat ➀ into an angle of 4° to 12° in six steps suspension spring (fig. 28/ ) can be (fig. 27). adjusted according to the desire of the user.
BACKREST Backrest belt, standard ORTOFLEX Standard Upholstery Back cover Standard backrest The standard-back strap is spanned through the backrest tubes. Tools: ➂ 1 x open-end or ring spanner WW* 13 The extended back part (fig. 33/ ) is 1 x hexagonal stud wrench WW* 6 velcro strapped underneath the seat surface.
ERGOpor-backrest element ARMRESTS (Option) The armrests can be adjusted in height to suit the needs of the user. Detaching the ERGOpor back- rest element Attention: Do not use the armrests to lift or Loosen the attachment screws (fig. 35/ ➀ carry the wheelchair.
Remove the armrest Adjusting the selection lever (Fig. 40) After adjustment to a greater seat Slacken the clamping screw (fig. 41/ width a correction of the selection le- ➀ ➀ ) and pull off the armrest upwards. ver (fig. 43.1/ ) might be necessary.
LEGRESTS Swivelling away the side The legrests can be swivelled outwards Various legrest models for the wheel- after the calf strap has been detached chair are available. The foot plates can at one side, for an easier transfer to/ be folded up. from the wheelchair or a closer driv- Attention: ing up to a cupboard, bed or bath (fig.
Remove the legrests Height-adjustable legrests (Option) Undo the calf strap at one side before (Fig. 53) removing the legrests. ➀ Pull up the locking device (fig. 50/ Removal swivel out the legrest and then pull it ➀ Pull up the locking device (fig. 54/ off in an upward direction (fig.
Adjusting the height of the SUPPORT CASTORS legrests ➀ The support castors (fig. 58/ ) increase You raise the legrest by simply pull- the stability against tipping over to the ing it up to the desired height. To low- rear when crossing an obstacle or driv- er the legrest, hold the legrest and ing on a rising gradient.
OPTIONS Strapping on the lap belt with lock Options are not a part of the standard Pull both belt halves to the front scope of supply. and slide the catch halves together so that they latch together (fig. 52). Note: Then carry out a pull test.
HEADREST CONTROL UNIT FOR AC- COMPANYING PERSON The headrest (fig. 61) is swivel proof, height adjustable and removable. The control unit for accompanying person enables the accompanying per- Attention: son an easy control of the wheelchair We recommend the fitting of two with auxiliary operating module (fig.
STUMP SUPPORT STEP CLIMBER Removal The step climber (fig. 67) serves exclu- sively for the crossing of obstacles. ➀ Pull up the locking device (fig. 65/ Swivel out the stump support and then Attention: pull it off in an upward direction. It must only be used for driving over firm, non-moving obstacles on Fitting of...
Remove the step climber LIGHTING The step climber can be removed (fig. For driving outdoors and on public 68). roads the wheelchair can be fit with lighting (fig. 71). Tools: The lighting is activated over the op- Hexagonal stud wrench WW* 6 erating module for the driver.
SERVICE Keep water and moisture away Always keep the optionally availa- Check the tyres regularly. from electrical components and ble lighting components clean and – See the < Technical data > for the CARE cabling! check for function before starting tyre pressure.
SPARE PARTS Unsealed batteries Replacing the batteries Switch off the operating module and then pull out the main fuse Wet batteries have screw on plugs. The The daily use of the electric wheelchair Spare parts can only be ordered from before starting work on the elec- battery acid level must be checked reg- places a high demand on the drive...
Maintenance the batteries Checking the acid level The battery acid level falls due to evap- Removing the battery oration of water, especially during high ambient temperature. 1. Park the wheelchair on a level sur- face and switch off the operating Note: module.
Measuring the acid density FUSES The measurement of the acid density empty Replacing the fuses with the acid tester gives an insight half-full full into the actual charge state of the bat- Before replacing fuses, park the wheel- teries. chair on a level surface and move the selection lever to the drive mode po- Attention: sition to prevent the wheelchair from...
LIGHTING Front indicator (Option) Spherical bulb: 12V/10W BA 15s Headlamps Tools: Filament bulb: Phillips screwdriver 12V/3W E10 Note: Tools: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass Phillips screwdriver body of the new filament bulb. Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass Removal body of the new filament bulb.
Rear indicator Rear light Spherical bulb: Festoon bulb: 24V/21W BA15s 24V/C5W S8.5 Tools: Tools: Phillips screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Note: Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass Use a dry cloth to hold the glass body of the new filament bulb. body of the new filament bulb.
WHEEL CHANGE Detaching the swivel wheels A wheel/tyre change requires techni- Tools: cal knowledge. You should therefore Hexagonal stud wrench WW* 5 have this work carried out by an au- ➀ The swivel wheel axle (fig. 87/ ) must thorised workshop. Sitting in the be disassembled before the change or wheelchair during a wheel change is repair.
MAINTENANCE List of annual maintenance work Attention: The vehicle driver is responsible for For safety reasons and to prevent ac- Preparation for visual check the correct functioning and safe cidents resulting from wear not de- condition of the vehicle when driv- Remove the seat and backrest elements, legrests, armrest units.
Fault correction TECHNICAL DATA The kilometric performance is greatly reduced by: KILOMETRIC PERFORM- Fault Cause Remedy – frequent uphill driving, ANCE – poor battery charge condition, Battery indicator on the Battery fuse (60 A) is de- Replace defective fuse Kilometric performance depends to a operating module does fective or not correctly or clean contacts and in-...
......................40 to 47 cm Seat inclination (in steps of 1.5°): ............4° to 12° ORTOPEDIA: AVANTAGE 9.505 / MEYRA: RUNNER 1 Backrest inclination (standard): ............... 0° to 30° All data within the following table relates to the standard version of the stated Armrest height from seatbelt (infinitely-adjustable): .....
Batteries: MEANING OF THE LABELS ON THE WHEELCHAIR Sealed drive batteries (gel): ..........2 x 12 V 40 Ah (20h) Sealed drive batteries (gel): ..........2 x 12 V 56 Ah (20h) Max. battery dimensions (LxWxH): ........278 x 175 x 190 mm Permissible battery tilting angle: ..............
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Stamp of the authorized dealer: The Motivation. MEYRA • Wilhelm Meyer GmbH & Co. KG Company address: Meyra-Ring 2 D-32689 Kalletal-Kalldorf Telephone: +49 (0)5733 922 - 311 Telefax: +49 (0)5733 922 - 143 e-mail: info@meyra.de Internet: http://www.meyra.de Postal address: Postfach 1703 • D-32591 Vlotho...