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OPERATING MANUAL
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CLOU,
MODEL 9.500
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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL CLOU, MODEL 9.500 We move people.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Foreword ....................... 7 Acceptance ....................8 Adjustment ....................8 Specifi cations ....................8 Use ......................... 8 Overview ....................... 9 Model: 9.500 ......................9 Driving ......................10 Functional checks ....................10 Tips for accident prevention ................10 Emergency off ....................10 Brakes ......................11 Service brake .......................11 Braking the wheelchair ................11 Parking brake .....................11...
  • Page 3 Folding/Unfolding ..................19 Folding the wheelchair .................19 Unfolding the wheelchair ................22 Loading and transportation ..............25 Transport in vehicles ..................25 Loading ......................25 Transport security ..................26 Safety information ..................26 Arm supports ....................27 Remove the arm support ................27 Inserting the arm support ................27 Adjusting the height of the arm supports ..........28 Adjusting the clothes guard .................28 Height stopper (Memory effect) ..............29...
  • Page 4 Leg supports ....................36 Calf strap ......................36 Folding up the footplates ................37 Turning the leg supports to the side ............37 Swivelling in the leg supports ..............37 Remove the leg supports ................38 Attaching the leg supports ................38 Adjusting the height of the footplate ............39 Adjusting the angle-adjustable foot plate ..........39 Height-adjustable leg supports 774 AL ............40 Removing the height adjustable leg supports ...........40...
  • Page 5 Step climber ....................48 Crossing an obstacle ..................48 Detaching the step climber ................49 Attaching the step climber ................49 Attendant control with priority switch ........... 50 Positioning the controller ................50 Lighting ....................... 51 Rear-view mirror ..................51 Removing the rear-view mirror ..............51 Attaching the rear-view mirror ..............51 Adjusting the rear-view mirror ..............51 Service ......................
  • Page 6 Information for the dealer ................66 Programming the driving behaviour ............66 Driving parameter ..................67 Standard programming ................67 Technical data ..................... 68 Kilometric performance ..................68 Hill climbing ability ..................68 Fuses ........................69 Lighting .......................69 Tools ........................70 Tightening torque for screwed connections ............70 Model 9.500 ......................71 Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair ............75 Inspection certifi...

  • Page 7: Foreword

    This manual is to help you get accus- FOREWORD tomed to the handling of the electric wheelchair as well as to prevent acci- We thank you for the confi dence you dents. have placed in our company by choos- ☞ ing an electric wheelchair from this Note: series.

  • Page 8: Acceptance

    ACCEPTANCE SPECIFICATIONS All products are checked for faults The electric wheelchair is an environ- in the factory and packed in special ment-friendly electric vehicle. It was boxes. developed to extend the mobility of persons with health-related or age-re- ☞ Note: lated restrictions.

  • Page 9: Overview

    OVERVIEW Model: 9.500 The overview shows the most important components and operating devices of the electric wheelchair. Pos. Description 1 Back support 2 Operating module 3 Seat cushion 4 Leg support 5 Footplate 6 Calf strap 7 Selection lever drive-/push mode 8 Arm support 9 Steering wheel 10 Drive wheel...

  • Page 10: Driving

    DRIVING Functional checks The functions and safety of the elec- Optimising the driving behaviour of tric wheelchair must be checked be- the electronic wheelchair with the fore the start of each journey. personal circumstances is to be co-or- ☞ For this observe chapter < Inspec- dinated by our service technician and tions before starting to drive >...

  • Page 11: Brakes

    BRAKES • Observe the safety and general handling instructions < Electronic vehicles >! Service brake The motors work electrically as oper- ating brake and carefully brake the electronic wheelchair down without jerks to stillstand. Braking the wheelchair For allotted braking of the wheelchair slowly guide the joystick back to the centre position (zero-setting).

  • Page 12: Selection Lever

    Selection lever Locking the brake Swivel the selection lever forward as far as possible (1). Attention: It is impossible to push the electric wheelchair when in drive mode. • The brake performance reduces with the brake pads are worn. If the electric wheelchair demonstrates an uneven or impaired braking effect, take it immediately to your specialist workshop for repair.

  • Page 13: Drive-/Push Mode

    Drive-/push mode The lever (1) for switching the drive motors between the drive mode and push mode is located on the right side of the electric wheelchair. Attention: Push the electric wheelchair only for manoeuvring or in emergency cases but never on gradients. The electric magnetic brakes are switched off in the push mode.

  • Page 14: Selecting The Operation

    SELECTING THE OPERA- TION In order to obtain operational readi- ness of the electronic wheelchair the following directions are to be carried out in the indicated order. ☞ Note: Charge the drive batteries via the operating module before the fi rst journey.

  • Page 15: Pre-Operation Checks

    3. Checking the position of the operating module The operating module (3) should be positioned in such a way that you can comfortably and safely steer the elec- tric wheelchair. ☞ Therefore observe chapter < Posi- tioning the operating module >. 4.

  • Page 16: Charging Procedure

    Charging procedure 1. Switch the operating module off. The selection lever should be in the drive mode position. 2. Insert the battery charger plug into the operating module (1). Attention: Do not insert any objects other than the battery charger plug into the battery charging socket.

  • Page 17: Positioning The Operating Module

    Positioning the operating module Function description You will fi nd a detailed description of the keys and symbols in the operating manual for < Operating module >. The position of the operating module can be adjusted to suit the individual size of the user.

  • Page 18: Turning The Operating Module To The Side

    Turning the operating module to the side With the optional swivel away operat- ing module adapter (1) the operating module can be swivelled back to the side (2) so that it is located parallel to the arm support. This makes it possi- ble, for example: –...

  • Page 19: Folding/Unfolding

    FOLDING/UNFOLDING The electronic wheelchair is also col- lapsible for car transportation (1). Folding the wheelchair 1. Switch the operating module off – Press the ON/OFF key. ☞ Therefore observe operation man- ual < Operating modules VR2 >. 2. Lift off the leg supports (2) (only necessary if there is insuffi...
  • Page 20 5. Remove the back support (4) (only necessary if there is insuffi - cient space) ☞ Therefore observe chapter < back support >. 6. Unhook the seat strap (5) ☞ Therefore observe chapter < Seat >. 7. Lift out the battery (7) –...
  • Page 21 8. Fold the wheelchair ( 9) – Before the folding, the centre joint of the crossbraces must be pulled up slightly in order to open the battery holder (8). ☞ For this pull the battery straps up- ward. – Tip the wheelchair slightly to one side in order to make the folding easier.

  • Page 22: Unfolding The Wheelchair

    Unfolding the wheelchair The parts removed for the transport must be refi tted carefully before the next drive! Attention: Do not use the wheelchair with- out attached leg supports and arm support units! You unfold as follows: 1. Unfold the wheelchair (2) Attention: Do not reach into the crossbrace or folding area.
  • Page 23 2. Replace the batteries (4) – Place the battery strap toward the outside. – Lift the batteries with their car- rying strap and place them in the battery holder (3). ☞ Note: Make sure that in doing so that the fuse and marker of the respec- tive battery face toward the right, viewed in driving direction.
  • Page 24 4. Mounting the back support (6) ☞ Therefore observe chapter < back support >. 5. Inserting the arm supports (7) ☞ Therefore observe chapter < arm supports >. 6. Inserting the operating module (8) ☞ Therefore observe chapter < Posi- tioning the operating module >.

  • Page 25: Loading And Transportation

    LOADING AND TRANS- PORTATION Transport in vehicles The following items may be necessary due to lack of space for the transport in vehicles (1). 1. Take off the leg supports ☞ Therefore observe chapter < leg supports >. 2. Remove the operating module ☞...

  • Page 26: Transport Security

    Transport security Carry out the following steps when the wheelchair is located in the trans- port vehicle: – Activate the parking brake (set the selection lever for the drive motors to drive mode). – Check the locking devices of de- tachable parts, or if necessary re- move them (e.g.

  • Page 27: Arm Supports

    ARM SUPPORTS The arm supports can be adjusted in height to suit the needs of the user. Attention: Do not use the arm supports to lift or carry the wheelchair. • Do not drive without the arm sup- ports! Remove the arm support Slacken the clamping screw (1) and pull off the arm support upwards.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Height Of The Arm Supports

    Adjusting the height of the arm supports Slacken the clamping screw (3), slide the end stop fully up and lightly tight- en the clamping screw (3). Attention: Before loosening the clamping screws (3) secure the arm sup- port against falling down with your hand.

  • Page 29: Height Stopper (Memory Effect)

    Height stopper (Memory effect) To adjust the height stopper (6), loos- en the clamping screw (8) on the in- sert tube of the arm support. Then push the end stop fully up and lightly tighten the clamping screw (7). Then loosen the clamping screw (8). Attention: Hold the arm support with one hand in order to stop it falling.

  • Page 30: Back Support

    BACK SUPPORT Standard back support The standard back support (1) can be removed for transport or storage pur- poses (2). Detaching the standard back sup- port Screw the attachment screws far out on both sides in order to remove the standard back support (3).

  • Page 31: Adjustable Back

    Adjustable back The adjustable back is adjustable through a velcro strap, the so called spanning straps (2). The cushion (1) is placed over it and attached with the velcro strap (3). The extended back strap is attached to the adjustable seat strap with vel- cro straps (4).
  • Page 32 Adjusting the adjustable back 1. Pull off the rear part of the cush- ion. 2. Span the spanning straps tightly over the small of the back and lumbar spine in order to give maxi- mum support. 3. Adjust the remaining straps to the form of the back.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Angle Of The Back Support

    Adjusting the angle of the back support Manual back angle adjustment with gas pressure spring The continuous angle adjustment of the back support is achieved through two pneumatic springs. ☞ Note: Before activating the release lever (2) hold on to the pushing handles in order to prevent the back sup- port from unintentionally snap- ping up.

  • Page 34: Seat

    SEAT Seat cushion The seat cushioned in aligned with the anti-slip nodes to the front and placed onto the seat surface (1). Removing the seat strap For folding or maintenance the seat strap can be unhooked on one side (2). Inserting the seat Stretch the seat strap and press the re- taining pins of the seat strap bar into...

  • Page 35: Adjustment Of Seat Width

    Adjustment of seat width The seat width can be adjusted by a lateral displacement of the arm sup- ports. Displace both arm supports by an equal distance after slackening the clamping screw (1) on both sides. ☞ Note: ☞ A seat width reduction of less than 43 cm can be achieved through a right-left switch of the two arm support cushions.

  • Page 36: Leg Supports

    LEG SUPPORTS Attention: Do not use the leg supports to lift or carry the wheelchair. • Lift the feet, respectively place them on the footplates before each movement of the wheelchair. • The operating module is to be switched off: –...

  • Page 37: Folding Up The Footplates

    Folding up the footplates The footplates are to be folded up for entering or exiting the wheelchair (1). Turning the leg supports to the side For easy transfer out of/into the wheelchair as well as driving closer to a closet, bed or bathtub the leg sup- ports can be swivelled outward (2).

  • Page 38: Remove The Leg Supports

    Remove the leg supports For easy transfer into and out of the wheelchair as well as a reduced wheel- chair length (important for transport) the leg support can be removed (1). ☞ Note: Before swivelling the leg support loosen or remove the calf belt on one side.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Height Of The Footplate

    Adjusting the height of the foot- plate Remove the clamping screw (1) to ad- just the height. Telescope the foot plate to the de- sired height and then secure it with the clamping screw. Adjusting the angle-adjustable foot plate After loosening the clamping screw (2) pull out the dovetail connection and adjust the angle of the footplates.

  • Page 40: Height-Adjustable Leg Supports 774 Al

    Height-adjustable leg sup- ports 774 AL Removing the height adjustable leg supports Pull or press the locking device (1) in- ward, then swivel the leg support a little bit to the outside and remove it to the top. Attaching the height adjustable leg supports Hang in the leg supports from the top at the side then swivel them inward as...

  • Page 41: Lifting The Height Adjustable Leg Supports

    Lifting the height adjustable leg supports When seated in the wheelchair, ask a carer to raise the leg support to the desired level. The length adjustment is given through the turning point at the height of the knee joint. Lowering the height adjustable leg supports 1.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Depth Of The Calf Pads

    Adjusting the depth of the calf pads The calf cushion (1) can be swivelled to the side and adjusted steplessly in depth. Dismantle the screws (2) to adjust the depth of the calf cushion. After repositioning the calf cushion reassemble the screwed connection (2).

  • Page 43: Attaching The Leg Stump Support

    Attaching the leg stump support Hang in the leg stump support from the top at the side then swivel it in- ward as far as possible. Then press the locking device (1). ☞ Check for a correct locking of the locking device! Adjusting the height of the stump support...

  • Page 44: Stick-In Support Wheels

    STICK-IN SUPPORT WHEELS The insertable anti-tip castors (1) in- crease the stability against tipping over to the rear when crossing an ob- stacle or driving on a rising gradient as well as an anti-tipping device in push mode. They can be inserted (3) or pulled off for transport or storage.

  • Page 45: Seat Belt

    SEAT BELT The seatbelt serves to strap in a per- son sitting in the wheelchair. – Additional stabilisation of the sit- ting position. – Prevents the user from falling for- wards out of the wheelchair. – Continuous adjustment to suit the user’s needs.

  • Page 46: Fastening The Seatbelt With Buckle

    Fastening the seatbelt with buck- – Pull both belt halves to the front and slide the catch halves together so that they latch together. Then carry out a pull test. To open the seatbelt the red locking button (1) is pressed down. Fastening the seatbelt with velcro strap –...

  • Page 47: Walking Aid Holder

    WALKING AID HOLDER Walking aids can be transported with the wheelchair by placing one end of the aid in the cup (1) and securing the aid with the Velcro fastener (2).

  • Page 48: Step Climber

    STEP CLIMBER The step climber (fi g. 65) serves exclu- sively for the crossing of obstacles. Attention: It must only be used for driving over fi rm, non-moving obstacles on fi rm and level surfaces. • The maximum obstacle height for the step climber is 110 mm.

  • Page 49: Detaching The Step Climber

    Detaching the step climber Pull up the ball knob (1) and turn it by approx. 90° so that the locking pin cannot latch (2). Then pull the ball knob to the middle of the wheelchair in order to pull in the movable pin.

  • Page 50: Attendant Control With Priority Switch

    ATTENDANT CONTROL WITH PRIORITY SWITCH The control unit for accompanying person enables the accompanying per- son an easy control of the wheelchair with auxiliary operating module. Positioning the controller ☞ Note: Switch off the operating module before position adjustment! – This prevents an unwanted movement of the wheelchair.

  • Page 51: Lighting

    LIGHTING For driving outdoors and on public roads the wheelchair can be fi t with lighting (1). The lighting is activated over the light- ing module for the driver. ☞ Therefore observe operation man- ual < Operating modules VR2 >. REAR-VIEW MIRROR Removing the rear-view mirror To remove the rear-view mirror loosen...

  • Page 52: Service

    SERVICE Inspection For safety reasons and to prevent ac- Maintenance cidents which can result from wear not detected in good time, an annual The following list of annual mainte- inspection is necessary in the case of nance work gives you a guide for car- normal operating conditions.

  • Page 53: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance instructions WHEN WHAT Remark It should now be impos- Before starting out General sible to push the electric Test for faultless opera- wheelchair. If this is not tion. the case, have the brake repaired by a specialist workshop. Checking the mag- netic brake Switch the selection le- ver drive- / push mode to...
  • Page 54 WHEN WHAT Remark Tighten loose wheel nuts Every 2 weeks Wheel attachments/ -screws/adjustment (depending on distance Adjustment screws screws. covered) Screws and nuts are to be checked for tight fi t. – No maintenance Every 2 months Maintenance the bat- (or more frequently de- teries pending...

  • Page 55: List Of Annual Maintenance Work

    List of annual maintenance work Preparation for visual check Remove the seat and back support elements, leg supports, arm support units. If necessary, clean the vehicle or the modules before the visual check. Visual check ❑ Check the frame, add-on components and accessories for damage, corrosion and damaged paintwork.

  • Page 56: Fault Correction

    Fault correction Fault Remedy Cause Battery fuse is defective Battery indicator on the Replace defective fuse or operating module does or not correctly inserted. clean contacts and insert not light up after the correctly. switch-on. Plug connection of the Check the plug connec- power supply without tions.

  • Page 57: Battery Charger

    Battery charger The electric wheelchair requires a spe- cial charger. ☞ Only chargers suitable for the elec- tric wheelchair may me used (A)! ☞ Observe the operating manual of the charger! Technical requirements: for the following drive batteries, – max. charging voltage: 28.5 V For sealed batteries: –...

  • Page 58: Wheel Change

    Wheel change ☞ Note: A wheel/tyre change requires tech- nical knowledge. You should there- fore have this work carried out by a specialist workshop. Sitting in the wheelchair during a wheel change is not permitted. The wheelchair must stand on a level and fi...

  • Page 59: Disassembly Of The Steering Wheels

    Disassembly steering wheels The steering wheel is to be disassem- bled before replacement or repair. For this disassemble the wheel axle (2). Attention: Never loosen the rim half connec- tion screws in order to disassemble the tyre before previously com- pletely defl...

  • Page 60: Fuses

    Fuses Replacing the fuses Before replacing fuses, park the elec- tronic wheelchair on a level surface and move the selection lever to the drive mode position to prevent the wheelchair from moving. Switch off the operating module. Always replace fuses with one of the same type! New fuses can be obtained for example at petrol stations.

  • Page 61: Lighting

    Lighting Adjusting the headlights Vertical alignment The headlights should be set in such a way that the light cone is visible on the road. – The lower edge of the light cone should be set at distance of 3 me- ters to the front of the wheelchair.

  • Page 62: Headlights

    Headlights Filament bulb: 12V/3W E10 ☞ Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass body of the new fi lament bulb. Removal – Switch off the operating module. – Pull out the main fuse. – Undo the securing screw and re- move the lens (1).

  • Page 63: Front Indicator

    Front indicator Spherical bulb: 12V/P21W BA15s ☞ Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass body of the new fi lament bulb. Removal – Switch off the operating module. – Pull out the main fuse. – Undo the securing screw and re- move the lens (1).

  • Page 64: Rear Indicator

    Rear indicator Spherical bulb: 12V/P21W BA15s ☞ Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass body of the new fi lament bulb. Removal – Switch off the operating module. – Pull out the main fuse. – Undo the securing screw (2) and remove the lens (3).

  • Page 65: Back Light

    Back light Festoon bulb: 12V/C5W S8.5 ☞ Note: Use a dry cloth to hold the glass body of the new fi lament bulb. Removal – Switch off the operating module. – Pull out the main fuse. – Undo the securing screw (2) and remove the lens (3).

  • Page 66: Information For The Dealer

    Information for the dealer Programming the driving behav- iour A service manual containing a check The driving behaviour of the wheel- list for the annual inspection is avail- chair can be adjusted through the able on request. programming unit or the service-soft- The functional tests necessary for the ware.

  • Page 67: Driving Parameter

    Driving parameter Standard settings The driving features of the wheelchair The standard setting of the param- are defi ned by setting the single pa- eters is selected to fulfi l the testing rameters. requirements for CE certifi cation. Pro- gramming that differs from these re- ☞...

  • Page 68: Technical Data

    The kilometric performance is greatly TECHNICAL DATA reduced by: Kilometric performance – frequent uphill driving, – poor drive battery charge condi- Kilometric performance depends to a tion. large extent on the following factors: – low ambient temperature – battery condition, (e.g.

  • Page 69: Fuses

    Fuses Underneath the seat plate in front of the drive batteries Hereto observe chapter < Fuses >. Mains-/battery fuse: ............2 x 60 A Lighting Headlight bulb: ........Filament bulb 12V/3W E10 Rear light: ........... Festoon bulb 12V/C5W S8.5 Rear indicator: ......Spherical bulb 12V/P21W BA 15s Front indicator: ......

  • Page 70: Tools

    Tools The following tools are required for adjustments and maintenance: Open-end or ring spanner ......Wrench width (WW) 10 / 13 / 17 mm Socket wrench .............. Wrench width (WW) 19 mm Hexagonal stud wrench ..........Wrench width 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 mm Phillips screwdriver ..............

  • Page 71: Model 9.500

    Model 9.500 All data within the following table relates to the standard version of the stated model. Dimensional tolerance ± 1.5 cm, ± 2 °. Short form of wheelchair dimensions: SH = Seat height SW = Seat width SD = Seat depth BH = back support height Model: ................
  • Page 72 Dimensions: Length above footplates with anti-tip castors (depending on leg support): ......110 to 117 cm without anti-tip castor: ............... 100 to 107 cm Width (seat-width dependent): ...59 cm (SW 38), 62 cm (SW 40), 66.5 cm (SW 43) Height (with back support with slide-on strap): ..........91 cm Height (with adjustable back support): ............91 cm Back support height sliding back: ..............45 cm Seat height (SH) with seat cushion textile: ............53 cm...
  • Page 73 Drive batteries: Sealed drive batteries: ........2 x 12 V 33 Ah (5 h) / 38 Ah (20 h) Max. battery dimensions (LxWxH): .......... 210 x 170 x 175 mm Range (see Kilometric performance): Sealed drive batteries 38 Ah (20 h) at 6 km/h: ......... approx. 35 km Performance (see Kilometric performance): Max.
  • Page 74 Weights (basic equipment): Max. permissible total weight (standard): ............ 210 kg max. user weight (including additional load): ..........130 kg Max. additional loading: ................... 10 kg Empty weight with sealed drive batteries: 2 x 38 Ah (20 h) à 14.6 kg: .................ca. 95.5 kg Empty weight without drive batteries: ..........

  • Page 75: Meaning Of The Labels On The Wheelchair

    Meaning of the labels on the wheelchair Attention! Read the operating manuals and oth- er provided documentation. Do not lift the wheelchair at the arm supports or leg supports. Detachable parts are not suitable for carrying. Drive mode Switching to push mode with the se- lection lever right.

  • Page 76: Inspection Certifi Cate

    Inspection certifi cate Vehicle data: Model: Delivery note no.: Vehicle identifi cation No. Recommended safety inspection (at least every 12 months) Pre-delivery inspection Stamp of specialist dealer: Stamp of specialist dealer: Signature: Signature: Place, date: Place, date: Next safety inspection in 12 months Next safety inspection in 12 months Date: Date:...
  • Page 77 Recommended safety inspection Recommended safety inspection (at least every 12 months) (at least every 12 months) Stamp of specialist dealer: Stamp of specialist dealer: Signature: Signature: Place, date: Place, date: Next safety inspection in 12 months Next safety inspection in 12 months Date: Date: Recommended safety inspection...

  • Page 78: Guarantee

    Guaranty is not granted for surface GUARANTEE damages, tyres of the wheels, dam- ages due to loosened screws or nuts We accept a guaranty for this prod- as well as worn out attachment holes uct according to the legal regulations. due to frequent assembly work.

  • Page 79: Guarantee Coupon

    GUARANTEE COUPON Fill in the details! If necessary, copy and return. Guarantee Model designation: Delivery note no.: Vehicle ID No. (Fz-I-Nr.) (view type plate): Date of delivery: Stamp of the dealer:...
  • Page 80 Your specialist dealer: MEYRA-ORTOPEDIA Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Meyra-Ring 2 · D-32689 Kalletal-Kalldorf P.O. Box 1 703 • D-32591 Vlotho Fon +49 (0)5733 922-355 Fax +49 (0)5733 922-9355 info@meyra-ortopedia.de We move people. www.meyra-ortopedia.de 205 320 501 (Status: 2007-06) All technical modifi cations reserved! •...

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