Magnetic Wheel Locks - Permobil C500 Owner's Manual

Owner´s Manual Permobil C500
Manual Handling of the Magnetic Wheel Locks
The magnetic wheel locks can be released to make it possible to move the wheel-
chair manually. The wheel lock lever is located at the front of the right wheel cover.
Releasing the Wheel Locks
1. Switch off the wheelchair with the On/Off button on the control panel.
2. Move the lever upwards to release the wheel locks. Hold the lever up as
you simultaneous press the lever safety catch to the right to secure the
lever. The wheelchair can now be moved manually.
Engage the Wheel Locks
1. Move the lever upwards to release the lever safety catch. The wheel lock
lever will automatically move down to lock position.
Released Wheel Locks
with Security Catch
WARNING
Do not use the wheelchair on hilly slopes with the wheel lock in free-wheel position.
Do not engage or disengage wheel locks unless power to the wheelchair is off.
In order to avoid the wheelchair rolling away, ensure that the wheelchair is on a level and dry base
before releasing the wheel locks.
Be aware that the wheelchair will not have brakes when wheel locks are in the free-wheel position.
Make sure that the person pushing the wheelchair has full control when wheel locks are disengaged.
Always make sure that the wheel locks are engaged 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.
Engaged Wheel Locks
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Handling