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  • Page 1 Owner´s manual English K300/C300/C300s...
  • Page 3 We congratulate you on your choice of power wheelchair. Our goal is for you to continue to feel satisfied with your choice of both vendor and wheelchair. Your Permobil is designed to give you highest possible comfort and safety and to meet the requirements regarding safety and environment.
  • Page 4 Text Produced and published by Permobil AB Edition: 2, 2014-06 Order no: 205266-UK-0...
  • Page 6 6466 GZ Kerkrade Netherlands Tel: +31 (0)45 564 54 80 Fax: +31 (0)45 564 54 81 Email:: info@permobil.nl The Permobil Group’s Head Office Permobil AB Box 120 861 23 Timrå Sweden Tel: +46 60 59 59 00 Fax: +46 60 57 52 50 E-mail: info@permobil.se...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Contents CONTENTS Important Information about this Owner’s Manual ................... 9 Safety instructions ............................13 Design & Function............................33 R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display ..................41 R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display................53 R-net LED Control Panel ........................... 69 VR2 CONTROL PANEL..........................

  • Page 9: Important Information About This Owner's Manual

    We reserve the right to make changes to the product without prior notice. If you are visually impaired, this document can be viewed in PDF format at www.permobil.com or alternatively ordered in large text.

  • Page 10: Technical Support

    Always state the seats serial number when contacting Permobil to ensure that the correct information is provided. Spare parts & accessories Spare parts and accessories must be ordered through Permobil. The expected service life of this product is 7 years. Scrapping Contact Permobil for information about scrapping agreements in force.
  • Page 11 If an incident occurs please contact your nearest Permobil representative. Normally the same person you contacted at purchase day. To prepare this contact there is a link on our homepage, on the internet, at www.permobil.com. Open up your country page and the contact page. Here is the needed contact information and a guidance document in what in- formation we need to investigate the incident.
  • Page 12 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Important Information about this Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    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 ex- ercise good judgment.
  • Page 14 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions Attension! Throughout this manual the following symbol will be used to note items that have significant importance to safety concerns: WARNING! Please use extreme caution where this warning symbol appears. Failure to observe warnings can lead to personal injury and property damage, including damage to the wheelchair.
  • Page 15 • that all products ordered are included in the delivery, including operating instructions and possible other documen- tation. If you suspect that something is missing, then contact your supplier or Permobil for more information as soon as possible.
  • Page 16 CAUTION! 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 17 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions CAUTION! Operation Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision. Do not drive the wheelchair on public streets or roadways. Obey all local pedestrian rules and be aware that vehicle drivers may have difficulty seeing you.
  • Page 18 WARNING! Weight Limitations The maximum user weight for your Permobil is set forth in the specification section in this 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 wheelchair, as well as voiding any applicable warranty to the wheelchair.
  • Page 19 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions CAUTION! Operation - Inclines When driving downhill, select the slowest speed and proceed with caution. Driving down an incline 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 20 Do not put your Permobil in freewheel mode while on an incline. This could cause the wheelchair to roll on its own, causing injury and property damage, including damage to the wheelchair.
  • Page 21 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions CAUTION! Driving in Darkness Driving in the dark may only be done if your wheelchair is equipped with functioning lighting in the front and the back, or as per the applicable national or local traffic regulations.
  • Page 22 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions WARNING! Center of Balance The possibility of this wheelchair tipping and the point where this wheelchair will tip forward, back or to the side depends on its center of balance. Please note that the following factors can affect the wheelchair’s center of balance: •...
  • Page 23 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s 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.
  • Page 24 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions WARNING! Support Wheels If your wheelchair is equipped with support wheels, they must always be mounted when the wheelchair is being driven.
  • Page 25 Overextending this distance can cause user to overexert, lose balance, or fall. Permobil recommends that users transfer in the presence of or with the assistance of an attendant. Use caution when bending or reaching.
  • Page 26 • Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident. The positioning belts do not replace use of a vehicle mounted restraint.
  • Page 27 CAUTION! Driving in Extreme Climate Conditions Permobil’s wheelchairs are designed to withstand most adverse weather conditions, 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 28 Permobil to perform such service on Permobil products. Incorrect settings could result in unsafe operation of the wheelchair and could cause the chair to become unstable or uncontrollable. Such modifications may also void the wheelchair’s warranty.
  • Page 29 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 protection circuits shut the wheelchair off in case of an overload.
  • Page 30 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions WARNING! Filling Air into tires Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair’s tires have the prescribed tire pressure. Incorrect tire pressure can cause deteriorating stability and maneuverability. The prescribed tire pressure is 200-250 kPa (2-2.5 bar).
  • Page 31 If you experience that the wheelchair in any manner is not behaving as expected 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 32 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Safety instructions...

  • Page 33: Design & Function

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function DESIGN & FUNCTION General ..................... 34 Drive package.................. 35 Wheels ....................35 Lights and reflectors ............... 36 Batteries ................... 37...

  • Page 34: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function General The Permobil K300/C300/C300s is an electric wheelchair for outdoor and indoor driving. It is intended for people with physical disabilities. The wheelchair consists of a chassis and a seat. The chassis contains the wheelchair’s electronics, power sup- ply and drive functions.

  • Page 35: Drive Package

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function Drive package The Permobil K300/C300/C300s 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. Figure 2. Drive package Wheels The wheelchair’s drive wheels, are available with pneumatic or Flat-Free...

  • Page 36: Lights And Reflectors

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function Lights and reflectors The wheelchair is equipped with reflectors on the front, rear and sides. Front/rear lights and turn indicators are optional. Figure 4. Rear Reflectors Figure 3. Front Reflectors Figure 5. Side Reflectors...

  • Page 37: Batteries

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function Batteries The wheelchair’s batteries are located under the covers of the chassis. Both of the batteries are easily accessible for maintenance and replacement. WARNING! Be careful when using metal objects when working with batteries. A short- circuit can easily cause an explosion.
  • Page 38 Electronics Circuit Breaker The Permobil K300/C300/C300s is equipped with an automatic Circuit Break- er, which can be reset after having been triggered. It also functions as a bat- tery isolator and is controlled (ON/OFF) via the lever located behind the rubber protection at the bottom of the rear chassis cover.
  • Page 39 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function WARNING! If the main fuse is triggered, there is often a major electrical fault. The cause of the fault should be checked carefully before the switch is reset. Contact Service in case of doubt.
  • Page 40 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Design & Function...

  • Page 41: R-Net Control Panel With Lcd Color Display

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display R-NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD COLOR DISPLAY General ..................... 42 Charger Socket................43 Function Buttons ................44 Jack Sockets..................47 Display ....................48...

  • Page 42: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display General The Control Panel consists of a joy- stick, function buttons and a display. At the front of the panel is the Charg- er Socket. Two Jack Sockets are lo- cated on the bottom of the panel.

  • Page 43: Charger Socket

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Charger Socket WARNING! The wheelchair’s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair, or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket.

  • Page 44: Function Buttons

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons. On/Off Button The On/Off button applies power to the control system electronics, which in turn supply power to the wheelchair’s motors.

  • Page 45: Mode Button

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system. The available modes are dependant on pro- gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system.
  • Page 46 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Lights Button and LED NOTE! Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de-activates the wheelchair’s lights. Depress the Figure 18. Lights Button and LED button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off.

  • Page 47: Jack Sockets

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Jack Sockets The External On/Off Switch Jack (1) allows the user to turn the control sys- tem on and off using an external device, such as a buddy button.

  • Page 48: Display

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display. The control system is on when the display is backlit. Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R-net has common components, which will always appear, and components which will only appear under certain conditions.
  • Page 49 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery. Figure 23. Battery Indicator Steady: This indicates that all is well.
  • Page 50 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display In Focus When the control system contains more then one method of direct control, such as a secondary Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module, then the Module that has control of the wheelchair will display the In Focus symbol.
  • Page 51 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Motor Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors, in order to protect them against heat damage. Figure 30. Motor Temperature...
  • Page 52 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Color Display Installation menu The installation menu permits the user to set the clock, the display bright- ness, background color etc. Access the menu by holding down the keys for higher and lower maximum speed simultaneously. Scroll through the menu by moving the joystick up or down.

  • Page 53: R-Net Control Panel With Lcd Monochrome Display

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display R-NET CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD MONOCHROME DISPLAY General ..................... 54 Charger Socket................55 Function Buttons ................56 Jack Sockets..................59 Display ....................60 Locking/unlocking the Control System......... 61 Seat functions .................. 63...

  • Page 54: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display General The Control Panel consists of a joy- stick, function buttons and a Display. At the back of the panel you also find the Charger Socket and two Jack Sockets.

  • Page 55: Charger Socket

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Charger Socket WARNING! The wheelchair’s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair, or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket.

  • Page 56: Function Buttons

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons. On/Off Button The On/Off button applies power to the control system electronics, which in turn supply power to the wheelchair’s motors.
  • Page 57 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Mode Button The Mode button allows the user to navigate through the available operating Modes for the control system. The available modes are dependant on pro- gramming and the range of auxiliary output devices connected to the control system.
  • Page 58 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Lights Button and LED NOTE! Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de-activates the wheelchair’s lights. Depress the Figure 43. Lights Button and LED button to turn the lights on and depress the button again to turn them off.

  • Page 59: Jack Sockets

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Jack Sockets The External On/Off Switch Jack (1) allows the user to turn the control sys- tem on and off using an external device, such as a buddy button.

  • Page 60: Display

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Display The status of the control system can be understood by observing the display. The control system is on when the display is backlit. Screen Symbols The Drive screen for the R-net has common components, which will always appear, and components which will only appear under certain conditions.

  • Page 61: Locking/Unlocking The Control System

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Locking/unlocking the Control System The Control System can be locked in one of two ways. Either using a button sequence on the keypad or with a physical Key. How the Control system is locked depends on how your system is programmed.
  • Page 62 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock: • Insert and remove a PGDT supplied key into the Charger Socket on the Joystick Module. • The wheelchair is now locked.

  • Page 63: Seat Functions

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Seat functions Not applicable to all seat models On some seats the electrical functions can be controlled with the help of the control panel joystick. Some models are equipped with three memory loca- tions.
  • Page 64 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Maneuvering the seat CAUTION! If the symbol ”M” appears together with the seat icon, this means that a memory function has been activated. Move the joystick to the left or right to choose a seat function instead.
  • Page 65 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Memory The control system on some seats have three memory locations for seat po- sitions. Each memory location can store the position of the seat’s adjustment device. This means that it is easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier.
  • Page 66 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Saving position to memory 1. Set the seat’s electrical functions to the desired mode. 2. If not activated, activate the seat/ memory function by pressing the ”Mode” button one or more times until a seat icon appears in the control panel display.
  • Page 67 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display Return to drive mode Press the ”Mode” button one or more times until a stand- ard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display - see fig.
  • Page 68 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net Control Panel With LCD Monochrome Display...

  • Page 69: R-Net Led Control Panel

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel R-NET LED CONTROL PANEL General ..................... 70 Charger Socket................71 Function Buttons ................72 Battery Voltage Indicator..............75 Maximum Speed Indicator ............. 76 Seat Indicator................... 77...

  • Page 70: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel General The Control Panel consists of a joy- stick and function buttons. At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket. Your wheelchair also equipped with a Seat Control Panel inaddition to the control panel.

  • Page 71: Charger Socket

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Charger Socket WARNING! The wheelchair’s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair, or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket.

  • Page 72: Function Buttons

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Function Buttons On the control panel there are a total of 10 Function Buttons. On/Off Button The On/Off button applies power to the control system electronics, which in turn supply power to the wheelchair’s motors.
  • Page 73 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Mode Button These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair’s maximum speed. In special applications, the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile. Figure 60. Mode Button Hazard Warning Button and LED...
  • Page 74 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Left Indicator Button and LED NOTE! Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates and de-activates the wheelchair’s left indicator. Depress Figure 63. Left Indicator and LED the button to turn the indicator on and depress the button again to turn it off.

  • Page 75: Battery Voltage Indicator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Battery Voltage Indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries (from left to right): Red+Yellow+Green = Fully charged Red+Yellow = Half charged Red = Charge the batteries Figure 65. Battery Voltage Indicator A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv- ing.

  • Page 76: Maximum Speed Indicator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair. 1 - 2 lamps = Low speed 3 - 4 lamps = Average speed 5 lamps = Max. speed Figure 66. Maximum Speed Indicator...

  • Page 77: Seat Indicator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel Seat Indicator On certain seats the electrical functions for seat lift, seat angle, backrest an- gle and legrest angle are controlled with the control panel joystick. In this case the active seat function is indicated on the control panel seat indicator.
  • Page 78 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s R-net LED Control Panel...

  • Page 79: Vr2 Control Panel

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL VR2 CONTROL PANEL General ..................... 80 Charger Socket................81 Function Buttons ................82 Battery Voltage Indicator..............86 Maximum Speed Indicator ............. 87 Locking/unlocking the wheelchair..........88...

  • Page 80: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL General The Control Panel consists of a joystick and function buttons. At the front of the panel is the Charger Socket. The number of function keys/indication lamps varies, depending on the equipment your wheelchair has, for example whether it has lights or not and what seat functions it has.

  • Page 81: Charger Socket

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Charger Socket WARNING! The wheelchair’s warranty will be voided if any device other than a battery charger supplied with the wheelchair, or the lock key is connected into the control panels charger socket.

  • Page 82: Function Buttons

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Function Buttons There are up to 10 function keys on the control panel. The number of function keys/indication lamps varies, depending on the equipment your wheelchair has. On/Off Button The On/Off button applies power to the control system electronics, which in turn supply power to the wheelchair’s motors.
  • Page 83 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Hazard Warning Button and LED NOTE! Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights This button activates/inactivates the wheelchairs hazards lights. this function is used when the wheelchair is positioned in a way making it a obstruction for others.
  • Page 84 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Maximum Speed Setting Buttons These keys normally reduce or increase the wheelchair’s maximum speed. In special applications, the keys can instead control the choice of driving profile. Figure 76. Maximum Speed Setting Buttons...
  • Page 85 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Indicator Buttons NOTE! Only active if the wheelchair is provided with lights These keys activate and deactivate the wheelchair’s left and right indicators. Press the key to activate the indicators. Press it again to deactivate them.

  • Page 86: Battery Voltage Indicator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Battery Voltage Indicator Shows the voltage remaining in the batteries (from left to right): Red+Yellow+Green = Fully charged Red+Yellow = Half charged Red = Charge the batteries A good way of using this indicator is to learn how it works while you are driv- ing.

  • Page 87: Maximum Speed Indicator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Maximum Speed Indicator Speed Indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair. 1 - 2 lamps = Low speed 3 - 4 lamps = Average speed 5 lamps = Max. speed Driving profile For special applications, the wheelchair can be programmed with more than one driving profile.

  • Page 88: Locking/Unlocking The Wheelchair

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s VR2 CONTROL PANEL Locking/unlocking the wheelchair To avoid the wheelchair being used by unauthorized persons, the electronics unit can be locked by performing the fol- lowing steps using the On/Off key and the joystick on the control panel: Locking •...

  • Page 89: Handling

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling HANDLING General ..................... 90 Joystick Error ................... 91 Driving technique ................92 Driving rules ..................93 Manual brake release ..............98 Battery charging ................101...

  • Page 90: General

    Handling General The Permobil K300/C300/C300s is designed for use both indoors and outdoors. When you drive indoors, you must be careful in, for example, narrow passages, when going through doors and entrances and when using lifts, ramps, etc. You should also consider the risk of crushing when you use the electric seat lift and seat angle functions, above all if the wheelchair has been driven under tables, benches, etc.

  • Page 91: Joystick Error

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Joystick Error If the joystick is moved from the central position before, during or immediately after the control system is switched on, the screen image for a shifted joystick will be displayed for 5 seconds. On control panels without a display, the LEDs on the battery voltage indicator will "wander"...

  • Page 92: Driving Technique

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving technique The control panel’s electronics ”interpret” the movements of the joystick and move the wheelchair as intended. For normal driving, the user needs to em- ploy no complex techniques, which is an advantage if the user is inexper- ienced.

  • Page 93: Driving Rules

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving rules Support wheels Your wheelchair may be fitted with front support wheels to reduce the risk of tipping when driving over obstacles, etc. They must always be fitted when you drive. WARNING! If your wheelchair is fitted with support wheels, they must always be fitted when you drive. There is a risk of tipping.

  • Page 94: Driving Over Obstacles

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving over obstacles Do not drive the wheelchair over obstacles higher than 100 mm. If you drive over higher edges, there is a higher risk of tipping and of damage to the wheelchair. You should always drive over obstacles with great caution.
  • Page 95 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving on side slopes You should always drive on side slopes with great caution. Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks. You should be extremely careful when driving on side slopes with an uneven surface (for example grass, gravel, sand, ice and snow).
  • Page 96 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving downhill You should always drive downhill at low speed and with great caution. Avoid braking suddenly and sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks.
  • Page 97 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Driving uphill You should always drive uphill with great caution. Avoid sudden evasive maneuvers and never drive so fast that you are unable to control the wheelchair safely without risks. You should be extremely careful when driving uphill on an uneven surface (for example grass, gravel, sand, ice and snow).

  • Page 98: Manual Brake Release

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Manual brake release General The wheelchair is fitted with a manual brake release that can be released to make it possible to move the wheelchair manually. The brake release lever is located in the right side of the chassis.
  • Page 99 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling WARNING! Never use the wheelchair on a sloping surface with the brakes released. Always ensure that the wheelchair is switched off when the brakes are activated/deactivated. To prevent the wheelchair from rolling off, ensure that it is on a dry, level surface before releasing the brakes.
  • Page 100 Always reset the brake release after moving the wheelchair manually. When the brakes are released, it should not be possible to drive the chair. If the chair can still be driven, contact your service contact or Permobil immediately.

  • Page 101: Battery Charging

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Battery charging How frequently you need to charge the batteries in your wheelchair depends on a number of factors, including how you use your wheelchair, the temperature and age of the batteries and how they are made. All batteries also gradually lose capacity as they age.
  • Page 102 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling WARNING! Use care in the use of metalic objects when working with batteries. A short-circuit can easily cause an explosion. Always use safety gloves and protective eye-glasses. Only chargers with a max 10A charging current (average value) may be used. (The RMS value of the charging current must not exceed 12A.
  • Page 103 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Handling Charging Connect the charger plug into the battery charging socket on the control panel. The molded guide on the socket will help you to licate the plug. NOTE! Description and Use of Battery Charger, see supplied Owner´s Manual.
  • Page 104 Handling WARNING! Only use the battery charger that has been supplied with your wheelchair or recommended by Permobil. The use of incorrect chargers could damage the batteries, wheelchair, control system or charger it self, or may result in parts owerheating creating the potential for burns or even fire.

  • Page 105: Transport

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Transport TRANSPORT General ...................106 Rear loading straps...............108 General advice for air transport...........109...
  • Page 106 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Transport General The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved for such purposes. Check that the wheelchair is properly fastened and that the wheel locks are engaged. When transporting the wheelchair in a vehicle, the wheelchair must be locked into position by running fastening straps through the transport eyes at the front and rear, marked with yellow stickers.
  • Page 107 • Permobil positioning belts are designed to position the user only and not to protect you in the event of a motor vehicle accident. The positioning...
  • Page 108 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Transport Rear loading straps To ensure that the link arms and their bearings are not damaged, the angle of the loading straps must not exceed 25°. See the picture. WARNING! The angle of the loading straps must not exceed 25 degrees.

  • Page 109: General Advice For Air Transport

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Transport General advice for air transport When transporting your wheelchair by air, you should primarily pay attention to the following three things:...
  • Page 110 Transport CAUTION! If you do not know what type of main fuse your wheelchair has, contact Permobil or your service contact. Some airlines may refuse to accept acid batteries on board. To ensure that the wheelchair can be transported safely and no nasty surprises crop up at the last minute, you should always contact the airline before you travel.

  • Page 111: Maintenance And Repairs

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS General ................... 112 Toolbag ................... 113 Frequency of maintenance and inspection ....... 114 General - batteries/storage............115 Cleaning ..................117 Positioning belt ................118 Brake release................. 118 Drive wheels .................. 119 Pivot wheels...................121...

  • Page 112: General

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs General To ensure that your wheelchair works well, it is important for it to be used correctly and regularly maintained. A well maintained wheelchair lasts longer and has a lower risk of faults.

  • Page 113: Toolbag

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Toolbag The wheelchair comes with a toolbag with the following contents that can be used for maintenance and minor repairs. TOOL AREA OF USE Allen keys General maintenance/seat adjustment 11, 13 mm spanners...

  • Page 114: Frequency Of Maintenance And Inspection

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Frequency of maintenance and inspection Permobil recommends that the following maintenance and inspection schedule is followed. For all service related needs or questions turn to your authorized Permobil dealer. Maintenance and Inspection Schedule...

  • Page 115: General - Batteries/Storage

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs General - batteries/storage WARNING! Any unauthorized alterations to the wheelchair and its systems may lead to an increased risk of accident. All alterations to and interventions in the wheelchair’s vital systems must be performed by a competent service engineer.
  • Page 116 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Long-term storage The battery may be stored in an unheated room but it should be charged at least once a month for maintenance purposes.

  • Page 117: Cleaning

    The following is brush. Before the surface dries, wipe off any water/soap general advice recommended by Permobil. For severe residues with a clean, dry cloth. This procedure may be soiling of the upholstery or damage to the surface finish, repeated to remove stubborn dirt or stains.

  • Page 118: Positioning Belt

    Positioning belt Check the condition of the positioning belt regularly in case any damage or worn places have developed. If signs of damage or wear appear, replace the positioning belt immediately through your Permobil dealer. Brake release Check regularly, approximately once a month, that the brake release and the brake release lever are working properly.

  • Page 119: Drive Wheels

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Drive wheels Filling tires with air Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair’s tires have the correct tire pressure. The incorrect tire pres- sure may result in lower stability and maneuverability. Too low tire pres- sure also results in abnormal wear and shorter range.

  • Page 120: Changing Inner Tube

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Changing inner tube NOTE! Applies only if your wheelchair is fitted with pneumatic rear tires. 1. Switch off the main power switch on the control panel 2. Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air.

  • Page 121: Pivot Wheels

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Pivot wheels Filling tires with air NOTE! Applies only if your wheelchair is fit- ted with pneumatic tires. Check at regular intervals that the wheelchair’s tires have the correct tire pressure. The incorrect tire pres- sure may result in lower stability and maneuverability.
  • Page 122 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Inner tube replacement NOTE! Applies only if your wheelchair is fit- ted with pneumatic rear tires. 1. Chock up the wheelchair so that the wheel turns freely and let out the air. 2. Take the wheel rim apart by un- screwing the three Allen screws (5)that hold it together.
  • Page 123 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs WARNING! The recommended tire pressure for front and rear tyres is 200-250 kPa (2-2.5 bar). Overfilling entails a risk of explosion. The incorrect tire pressure may result in lower stability and maneuverability. So check regularly that the tires have the correct pressure.

  • Page 124: Battery Replacement

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Battery replacement 1. Place the wheelchair on a level surface. 2. Run/fold out the leg rest and raise the seat lift. 3. Turn off the main power switch on the control panel. 4. Put the circuit breaker in the "OFF" position. See page 126 5.
  • Page 125 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs 8. Loosen the battery terminals, see figure. Also see the sticker on the in- side of the chassis front cover. 9. Lift/pull the battery out using the battery strap. NOTE! The weight of the battery is 19 Kg.

  • Page 126: Resetting The Main Fuse/Battery Isolator

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Maintenance and repairs Resetting the main fuse/battery isolator The main fuse also functions as a battery isolator but it is called the main fuse in the owner´s manual. It is not normally necessary to replace the main fuse as it is automatic and can be reset when it has been triggered.

  • Page 127: Accessories

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Accessories ACCESSORIES Accessories for Permobil power wheelchairs are subject to continuous development. Contact your nearest Permobil dealer for more information on the accessories available for your wheelchair.
  • Page 128 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Accessories...

  • Page 129: Technical Specifications

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Length 1115 mm. Width 620 mm Smallest transportation size Height 990 mm Length 883 mm Width 620 mm Height 815 mm.

  • Page 130: Technical Specifications

    300 x 8 Pivot wheel tire dimensions 210 x 65 Rec. tire pressure 200 kPa (2-2.5 bar) Performance Range K300 / C300 / C300s 25–35 km. / 25–35 km. / 25–30 km. Min. turning radius 625 mm Reversing width 1220 mm.
  • Page 131 10 Degrees Static stability uphill 9 Degrees Static stability sideways 9 Degrees Max. Speed forward K300 / C300 / C300s 7 km/h. / 7 km/h /.10 km/h Electronics VR2 drive electronics type JSM / JSM—L / PM70 / PM70–A2 Rnet drive electronics type...
  • Page 132 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Technical Specifications...

  • Page 133: Troubleshooting

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting guide ..............134 Diagnostics VR2................136 Diagnostics Rnet LED ..............141 Diagnostics R-net LCD..............146 Repair of defective units...............149...

  • Page 134: Troubleshooting Guide

    The following troubleshooting guide describes a number of faults and events which may occur when you use your wheelchair, together with suggested remedies. Note that this guide cannot describe all the problems and events which may occur and you should always contact your service contact or Permobil in case of doubt. EVENT...
  • Page 135 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting EVENT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY The wheelchair can only be driven at reduced Seat lift or seat angle raised too high. See . Lower the seat lift or seat angle. speed. (Applies with an electric seat lift and seat angle.)

  • Page 136: Diagnostics Vr2

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics VR2 Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started, parts of the wheelchair ´s electronics are checked. If any fault has occurred in these parts, this is displayed on the control panel´s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed/driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps.
  • Page 137 Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair´s electronic control system. Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair. Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of...
  • Page 138 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting CAUTION! Any error signals on the indicators are not displayed while the wheelchair is being driven. They appear when it is next started. EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp — Low battery voltage Check the condition of the batteris.
  • Page 139 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 6 Lamps — Battery charger connected Disconnect the battery charger. 7 Lamps — Joystick error Check that the joystick has not been moved when the wheelchair is started. 8 Lamps — Control system error Check the contacts to the output stage.
  • Page 140 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 7+5 Lamps — Communication error A communication error has been indicated. Check that the cable to the control panel is not damaged and is correctly inserted. Actuator indicator — Actuator error An actuator error has been indicated.

  • Page 141: Diagnostics Rnet Led

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics Rnet LED Battery voltage indicator Each time the wheelchair is started, parts of the wheelchair ´s electronics are checked. If any fault has occurred in these parts, this is displayed on the control panel´s battery voltage indicator and the indicator for speed/driving profile in the form of one or more flashing lamps.
  • Page 142 If any part is replaced without Permobil’s approval, the wheelchair’s warranty lapses. Permobil accepts no liability for any loss that occurs as a a result of a component of the R-net control system being opened, adjusted or modified without permission.
  • Page 143 Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair’s electronic control system. Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair. Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of...
  • Page 144 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting Example of error messages and remedies EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 1 Lamp — Low battery voltage Check the condition of the batteris. Check the contact between the bat- tery and the control unit.
  • Page 145 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting EXAMPLE OF ERROR MESSAGES AND REMEDIES 8 Lamps — Control system error Check the contacts to the output stage. 9 Lamps — Failure in brake circuit Check the contacts to the magnetic brakes. 10 Lamps — High battery voltage Check the battery and the contacts between the battery and the output stage.

  • Page 146: Diagnostic Screens

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting Diagnostics R-net LCD When an error or a fault occurs in the wheelchair’s electronics, information on it is displayed in the control panel’s dis- play. This information can then be used to diagnose where the error/fault occurred and its cause.
  • Page 147 Diagnostics should only be performed by persons with sound knowledge of the wheelchair’s electronic control system. Incorrect or poorly performed repair works may make it dangerous to use the wheelchair. Permobil accepts no liability for any personal injury or damage to the wheelchair and its surroundings that occurs on account of incorrect or poorly performed repair work.
  • Page 148 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting Example of a screen showing a system fault 1. Identified module This indicates the control system module that detected the problem. PM=Power Module JSM=Joystick Module 2. Error message The error message provides a brief description of the error type.

  • Page 149: Repair Of Defective Units

    Repair of defective units Apart from specific OEM-approved spare parts (contact Permobil for further information on these), there are no re- placeable parts in the R-net control system. Consequently, defective units must be sent to Permobil or a Permobil-ap- proved repairer for repair.
  • Page 150 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Troubleshooting...

  • Page 151: Stickers

    Never remove a sticker from your wheelchair. If a sticker becomes difficult to read or falls off, new replacement stickers may be ordered from Permobil. Read the instructions The sticker indicates that there are instructions that should be read and understood before use or before adjustment is performed.
  • Page 152 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Stickers Circuit Breaker/Battery Isolator The sticker shows in what position the switch should be to turn the main power Off respectively On. Description of the Circuit Breakers function is found on page 126. Figure 111. Circuit Breaker/Battery Isolater.
  • Page 153 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Stickers Tie-down point The sticker indicates where the wheelchair must be secured during transport. There is a sticker next to each tie-down point. Description of transport of the wheelchair is found on page 105. Figure 113. Tie-down point Crushing Hazard The sticker indicates Crushing Hazard.
  • Page 154 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Stickers Battery Connections and Fuses The sticker shows the polarity of the batteries and where the fuses are found on the wheelchair. Description of changing batteries is found on page 124. Figure 115. Battery Connections and Fuses.
  • Page 155 Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Stickers Serial number label 1. Made in (country of final assem- bly) by (adress of site of final assembly) 2. Serial number 3. Product type 4. Date of assembly 5. EAN code 6. Maximum user weight...

  • Page 156: Index

    Owner's Manual Permobil K300/C300/C300s Index INDEX Accessories ......127 General - Driving ......90 Safety Instructions.......13 Airtransport....... 109 Stickers ........151 Joystick Error......91 Batteries........37 Technical Specifications..... 129 Batteries – Charging....101 Toolbag ........113 Batteries – Replacement.... 124 Transport........106 Batteries – Storage....115 Troubleshooting guide ....

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