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  • Page 1 B500/B500-S Power Wheelchair Service Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    B500/B500-S Power Wheelchair Service Manual Table of Contents Page 1 General Information ......................6 1.1  Foreword  .........................6 1.2  Intended Use ......................6 2 Safety Instructions ......................7 2.1  Explanation of Symbols  ..................7 2.2  Standards and Directives  ..................7 2.3  General Safety Instructions ...................7 2.4  Safety Instructions for the Use of Tools and Accessories ........8 2.5  Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks  ............9 2.6  Safety Instructions for Maintenance Tasks on Electrical Components ....10 2.7 ...
  • Page 4 6.7.2  Replacing the Casing or Tube for Pneumatic Tyres..........32 6.7.3  Replacing the Drive Wheel ..................33 6.7.4  Replacing the Wheel Flange ...................34 6.7.5  Removing the Drive Wheel Spring or Changing the Coefficient  ......35 6.7.6  Installing the Drive Wheel Splash Guard (Option)  ..........36 6.7.7  Replacing the Steering Caster  ................36 6.7.8  Replacing the Caster Fork / Installing the Curb Climbing Assist or Caster Spring 37 6.7.9  Installing the Caster Swivel Lock (Option, B500 Only)  ...........39 6.7.10  Installing the Splash Guard for the Caster Fork (Option) ........39 6.8  Wheel Lock and Wheel Lock Release ..............40 6.8.1  Replacing the Wheel Lock Release ................40 6.8.2  Setting / Adjusting the Wheel Lock Release  ............41 6.8.3  Wheel Lock Settings ....................42 6.8.4  Functional Test of Wheel Lock Settings ..............42 6.9  Lighting  .........................43 6.9.1 ...
  • Page 5 7.3.12  Current Limits Menu ....................82 7.3.13  Multi-Function Input 1 Menu  ..................83 7.3.14  Multi-Function Input 2 Menu  ..................83 7.3.15  Multi-Function Input 3 Menu  ..................84 7.3.16  Compensation Menu .....................85 7.3.17  Motor and Brakes Menu ..................86 7.3.18  Custom Battery .....................86 7.3.19  Monitor Menu  ......................87 7.4  Hand Programming Device ..................88 7.4.1  Operating the Hand Programming Device  ..............89 7.4.2  Hand Programming Device Menu  ................90 8 Maintenance and Service Plan B500/B500-S ..............91...

  • Page 6: General Information

    B500/B500-S. The knowledge in this service manual is essential in order to work on the B500/B500-S cor- rectly and safely. This is why this document, in particular the section “Safety Instructions”, must be read carefully by all persons working on the B500/B500-S.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    The B500/B500-S power wheelchair has been constructed in accordance with state-of-the-art technology and is safe to operate. The safety of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is confirmed by the CE symbol and the declaration of conformity.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions For The Use Of Tools And Accessories

    NOTICE Damage caused by overload. The maximum load capacity for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is 140 kg. The maximum load capacity for the lift seat (only B500-S) is 130 kg in the standard version. INfORMATION Familiarize yourself with the functions of the product. If you are not familiar with the product, read the instructions for use before inspecting the product.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions For Maintenance Tasks

    Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks. • The B500/B500-S power wheelchair must be turned off and the fuse must be removed for all main- tenance tasks. This does not apply to the functional tests of the electrical components.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions For Maintenance Tasks On Electrical Components

    • When attaching plug connections on the controller, ensure the contacts are assigned correctly. CAUTION Risk of injury while working on the battery. Only use a battery charger supplied by Otto Bock which has been tested and approved for the respective batteries by Otto Bock (observe information on the charger).

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions For Disposal

    Therefore, turn off the control unit whenever you do not need it. INfORMATION During extended periods of disuse or shipment of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair, remove the fuse from the battery case in order to prevent deep discharge of the batteries due to standby consumption.

  • Page 12: Transportation And Storage

    NOTICE Damage due to falling. The maximum net weight of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is 95 kg. Hoisting and transportation devices used for transportation must have a sufficient capacity.

  • Page 13: Storage

    If B500/B500-S power wheelchair is not moved for several days, permanent colour changes may oc- cur where the wheelchair comes into contact with the surface it is standing on. This is why Otto Bock recommends storage on a suitable surface during extended periods of disuse.

  • Page 14: Information And Error Messages

    Hand programming device 5 Information and Error Messages The B500/B500-S power wheelchair displays information and error messages via the enAble40 control unit. Error sources in the drive section and in the electric options are indicated by flashing of the corresponding sections in the display’s pictograph.

  • Page 15: Information Messages

    5.1  Information Messages Messages are indicated on the display of the control panel. The following table shows the information messages on the display. Anzeige Display Information Driving menu with speed level and battery capacity Low battery capacity Charging process with drive lock Electric back adjustment Electric seat tilt Coupled electric backrest and seat tilt adjustment...

  • Page 16: Error Messages

    ❒ Warning ❒ Defect A warning indicates a status or malfunction of one or several individual components of the B500/ B500-S power wheelchair. All problems that have ever occurred are saved in a list and can be retrieved, e.g. in case of a general overhaul of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair.

  • Page 17: Service And Maintenance

    Display symbol(s) Error / Warning / Defect Cause Measures Wheel lock fault Open wheel lock Close wheel lock; release / defective check brake (e.g. the wheel lock Bowden cable) Emergency stop Severe fault caused by malfunction in the con- trol unit, manual control device or drive motor Table 2 Error display 6 Service and Maintenance...

  • Page 18: Batteries

    Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries and battery capacity meter. The standard version of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is equipped with two 12 V lead acid batteries with a capacity of 60 Ah. During the charging process, the water-acid mixture rapidly turns into gas.

  • Page 19: Checking And Topping Up The Fluid Level (Only For Lead-Acid Batteries)

    6.3.1 Checking and Topping Up the fluid Level (Only for Lead-Acid Batteries) INfORMATION Check the fluid level in the battery and top it up if required. Tools: ❒ Flat screwdriver, wide Steps: 1. Open the battery strap and remove the cover. 2.

  • Page 20: Charging Batteries

    Damage of or due to the charger. Please note the following when using the charger: • Only use a battery charger supplied by Otto Bock which has been tested and approved for the respec- tive batteries by Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH (observe information on the charger). Failure to do so can result in a battery explosion and possible impairment of health due to contact with battery acid.
  • Page 21 Driving for an extended period of time in the lower range of the battery indicator will result in deep discharge and therefore battery damage. In addition, there is the risk that the B500/B500-S power wheelchair may stop due to zero battery capacity and bring the user into a dangerous situation.

  • Page 22: Replacing Batteries

    Possible status indications: Display function Green LED flashes Low-maintenance battery Maintenance free (GEL) battery permanently Battery charged to 80 % Yellow LED is lit Battery is charging Green LED is lit Battery is fully charged Red LED is lit Battery is defective or missing, or charging time has been exceeded The battery charger features a programmed recharging phase.

  • Page 23: Reinstalling The Battery Cable

    Steps: 1. After completing the preparations, the battery case can simply be removed and replaced if required. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work. 6.3.5 Reinstalling the Battery Cable NOTICE Risk of battery damage. Ensure correct polarity is used when connecting the batteries. Preparation: ❒...

  • Page 24: Replacing The Controller

    Tools: ❒ Ring or open-end wrench, size 11 Steps: 1. Route the battery vent hose through the hole at the rear of the battery case. 2. Insert the battery. 3. Properly connect the vent hose to the battery. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work. 6.4 ...

  • Page 25: Side Panels

    figure Removal of the two-part protective cover / connections on the controller 1 Control device connector 2 Lighting / actuator connector 3 Motor 1 connector 4 Battery connector 5 Motor 2 connector 6.5  Side Panels 6.5.1 Adapting / Replacing Side Panels A side panel attachment device is located on the left and right sides of the seat frame.
  • Page 26 figure Side panel forearm length adjustment b) Upper arm length adjustment Steps: 1. Loosen the set screw at the top of the side panel attachment device. 2. Adjust the height of the arm rest. 3. Tighten the set screw. figure Adjusting the side panel upper arm length c) Replacing the side panel Steps:...

  • Page 27: Replacing Clothing Protectors

    figure Replacing the side panel 6.5.2 Replacing Clothing Protectors Preparation: ❒ Remove the side panel. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 3 Steps: 1. Loosen two Allen head screws on the side panel. 2. Change the position of the clothing protector, or remove and replace it if required. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work.

  • Page 28: Footrests

    6.6.1 Adapting / Replacing footrests Various footrest systems with the same adjustment and mounting options are available for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair. The length and position of the footrests can be individually adjusted to the wheelchair user. As an option to the standard version, elevating footrests with calf and knee pads may be installed.
  • Page 29 figure Unlocking the footrest figure Adjusting the lower leg length 1 Set screw b) Thigh length adjustment This setting is changed on the footrest holder mounted to the seat frame. Steps: 1. Pull the footrest lock lever back and pull the footrest up and out (see Figure 14). 2.
  • Page 30 figure footrest thigh length adjustment c) Installing elevating footrests with calf and knee pads Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 3 ❒ Open-end or combination wrench, size 10 Steps: 1. Remove the standard footrest holder. 2. Install the footrest holder for elevating footrests. 3.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Footplate

    Replacing the calf pad 6.6.2 Replacing the footplate Various footplates are available for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair. As an alternative to the standard version with segmented footplate, a single-panel aluminium footplate may be installed. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 6 Steps: 1.

  • Page 32: Wheels

    Replace the casing of pneumatic tyres if it is bald or shows signs of cracking or other damage. The B500 power wheelchair is propelled by two 14” drive wheels (B500-S: 14“ front drive wheels) and steered by means of two front steering casters (B500-S: two rear steering casters). The B500/B500-S power wheelchair comes standard with 9”...

  • Page 33: Replacing The Drive Wheel

    6.7.3 Replacing the Drive Wheel NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks. Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500/B500-S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping. The drive wheels must rotate freely. Steps: 1. Jack up the drive wheels.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Wheel Flange

    6.7.4 Replacing the Wheel flange Preparation: ❒ Remove the wheel. Tools: ❒ Socket, size 19 ❒ Puller Steps: 1. Loosen the wheel flange screw (see Figure 22). 2. Use the puller to remove the wheel flange and replace it if applicable (see Figure 23). Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work.

  • Page 35: Removing The Drive Wheel Spring Or Changing The Coefficient

    NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks. Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500/B500-S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping. The drive wheels must rotate freely. The drive wheel springs are attached at two points: At the top of the drive unit sustainer and on the oscillating crank.

  • Page 36: Installing The Drive Wheel Splash Guard (Option)

    NOTICE Damage due to improper preparation of maintenance tasks. Use suitable objects such as wooden blocks to secure the B500/B500-S power wheelchair against sliding or tipping. The drive wheels must rotate freely. The splash guard is screwed to the motor mount.

  • Page 37: Replacing The Caster Fork / Installing The Curb Climbing Assist Or Caster Spring

    Do not tighten the fork too snugly; the fork must be able to turn by approximately 180° at a time. The caster forks for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair are supplied as complete units. They come standard without a spring or curb climbing assist. Both items are available as options. To install an option, the complete caster fork is replaced.
  • Page 38 figure Caster fork, standard figure Caster fork with curb climbing assist figure Caster fork with spring...

  • Page 39: Installing The Caster Swivel Lock (Option, B500 Only)

    6.7.9 Installing the Caster Swivel Lock (Option, B500 Only) Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 2 ❒ Pin punch Steps: 1. Slide the spring onto the thin end of the bolt and insert both into the bore in the frame from below.

  • Page 40: Wheel Lock And Wheel Lock Release

    CAUTION Hazards while working on the wheel lock system. Before working on the wheel lock release, turn off the B500/B500-S power wheelchair. Secure the power wheelchair so it cannot roll away. INfORMATION Only mount the wheel lock release while it is unlocked. Ensure that the short Bowden cable is at the bottom.

  • Page 41: Setting / Adjusting The Wheel Lock Release

    ❒ Two open-end or combination wrenches, size 7, to establish the setting ❒ Two open-end or combination wrenches, size 8, to make adjustments Lock the adjustment screw every time the setting is changed. Otto Bock HealthCare INfORMATION GmbH recommends making adjustments in small increments (½ turn).

  • Page 42: Wheel Lock Settings

    Repairs and settings must only be made by authorised personnel. Replace damaged Bowden cables with new one immediately. Correct wheel lock settings are essential for safe driving. This is why Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH recommends inspecting the wheel lock every three months.

  • Page 43: Lighting

    The controller is pre-programmed. It can be adapted to the respective lighting system by pro- gramming it using the handheld programming device (see Section 8.4). 6.9.1 Retrofitting the Lighting The optionally available lighting for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair may be retrofitted at any time. a) front lights The front lights are attached to the side panel.

  • Page 44: Replacing Defective Lamps

    b) Rear lights The rear lights are attached to the back of the drive unit sustainer with two holders. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 5 Steps: 1. Insert oval head screws through the drive unit sustainer from the inside to the outside. 2.
  • Page 45 figure Replacing the front halogen lamp b) front direction indicator Steps: 1. Slightly press into the recess at the top of the housing until the lug disengages. 2. Fold down the cover. 3. Turn the bulb counter-clockwise by one-quarter turn and remove it. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work.

  • Page 46: Seats

    6.10  Seats CAUTION Risk of burns in the proximity of fire. The back rest and seat of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair are flame retardant but nevertheless flammable. Therefore utmost caution near any sources of open flame or sparks, especially lit cigarettes, is required.

  • Page 47: Standard Seat: Replacing / Adjusting The Back Upholstery

    2. Remove the bearing plate and replace if required. The fourth screw in the centre of the plate serves as a stop for the back angle adjust- INfORMATION ment. figure Replacing the bearing plate 6.10.2 Standard Seat: Replacing / Adjusting the Back Upholstery Steps: 1.

  • Page 48: Standard Seat: Replacing The Seat Frame

    6.10.3 Standard Seat: Replacing the Seat frame NOTICE Risk of cable damage. Take note of the cables attached to the seat frame with cable ties. Carefully cut the cable ties with side-cutting pliers or a knife. Ensure that you do not damage the cables during this process! Preparation: ❒...

  • Page 49: Standard Seat: Changing The Seat Height

    Risk of cable damage. Ensure the cables attached to the frame with cable ties are not damaged. Changing the seat height of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair requires replacement of the seat brackets. At the front, the seat brackets are screwed directly to the frame.

  • Page 50: Standard Seat: Adjusting The Seat Angle

    figure front and rear seat brackets 1 Front seat bracket 2 Rear seat bracket 6.10.6 Standard Seat: Adjusting the Seat Angle (without electrical or mechanical seat tilt) The two front seat brackets are used to adjust the seat angle. These brackets have several bore holes on their lower end.

  • Page 51: Installing The Contour Seat (Option)

    figure Side panel attachment device 1 Side panel attachment device 6.10.8 Installing the Contour Seat (Option) The optional contour seat is attached to the seat plate with hook and loop straps. You can mount the contour seat on the frame of the standard seat. Tools: ❒...

  • Page 52: Recaro® Seat: Replacing The Mobility Base

    6.10.9 Recaro® Seat: Replacing the Mobility Base Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 5 Steps: 1. Pull the latch underneath the seat, slightly lift the seat and push it back. 2. Remove the seat. 3. Unscrew the seat brackets from the front and rear of the frame. 4.

  • Page 53: Recaro® Seat: Retrofitting Seat Modules (Option)

    figure Unlocking and mounting the Recaro® seat 6.10.11 Recaro® Seat: Retrofitting Seat Modules (Option) The seat bottom of the Recaro® seat modules is attached and removed in the same manner as the complete Recaro® seat. The modular back rest is hooked into the seat bottom. Two corre- sponding adapters are found on the seat bottom.

  • Page 54: Installing The Headrest Installation Kit (Option)

    Steps: 1. Drill a Ø 6 mm hole in the middle of the cross brace. 2. Insert the screw to mount the adapter. 3. Insert the abductor holder into the adapter. 4. Screw the abductor in place at the desired location. figure Installing / replacing abductors 6.11.2 Installing the Headrest Installation Kit (Option)

  • Page 55: I Nstalling / Retrofitting The Four-Way Chest Strap

    6.11.3 Installing / Retrofitting the four-way Chest Strap (Option for Recaro® Seat Only) Tools: ❒ Screwdriver ❒ Allen wrench, size 4 ❒ Hand drill ❒ Drill bit, size 4 Steps: 1. Screw the cross tube to the back of the seat frame (see Figure 50-1). 2.

  • Page 56: Retrofitting The Lap Belt (Option)

    Retrofitting the lap belt 6.12  Mechanical Seat Function 6.12.1 Retrofitting the Mechanical Seat Tilt An adapter for the gas compression spring is attached to the seat frame of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 3 ❒ Open-end or combination wrench, size 10 Steps: 1.

  • Page 57: Attaching The Bowden Cable

    figure Retrofitting the mechanical seat tilt 6.12.2 Attaching the Bowden Cable Preparation: ❒ Screw the gas compression spring to the intermediate bar. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 3 Steps: 1. Hook in the end of the Bowden cable with spring. 2.

  • Page 58: Electric Seat Functions

    6.13.1 Retrofitting the Electric Seat Tilt (Option) The B500/B500-S power wheelchair may be retrofitted with a seat tilt option. It is integrated into the seat frame and operated by an actuator. The seat tilt option is delivered as a preassembled...
  • Page 59 Preparation: ❒ Remove the old seat including the seat plate and seat frame (see Section 6.10). Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 5 mm ❒ Ring or open-end wrench, size 13 Steps: 1. Install the frame of the seat tilt installation unit with supplied seat brackets (Figure 54-1: Front seat brackets, Figure 54-2: Rear seat brackets) on the wheelchair frame.

  • Page 60: Retrofitting The Electric Back Angle Adjustment (Option)

    figure 54 Retrofitting the electric seat tilt 6.13.2 Retrofitting the Electric Back Angle Adjustment (Option) A back frame with crossbrace, new upholstery and a back rest actuator are required to install the electric back angle adjustment option. The electric back angle adjustment option is delivered as a preassembled unit.

  • Page 61: Retrofitting The Lift Seat (Option, B500-S Only)

    When mounting a seat tilt, front anti-tipper wheels must be additionally mounted on B500-S (see Sec- tion 6.17). The B500-S can be equipped of a lift seat (up to 130 kg). The lift seat is delivered as a preas- sembled unit (lift seat; combination lift seat / seat tilt).

  • Page 62: Retrofitting Electric Footrests (Option)

    Retrofitting the lift seat (B500-S only) 6.13.4 Retrofitting Electric footrests (Option) The electric footrests are delivered as a preassembled unit (knee pads optional). The footrests of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair are self-contacting. Preparation: ❒ Remove the standard footrests and footrest adapters.

  • Page 63: Replacing The Frame

    Steps: 1. Insert the footrest adapters for the electric footrests into the seat frame and screw them into place (Figure 57-1). 2. Insert the electric footrests into the footrest adapters until they lock in place (Figure 57-2: The footrests / footrest adapters are self-contacting). 3.

  • Page 64: Replacing The Drive Unit Sustainer

    6.15  Replacing the Drive Unit Sustainer CAUTION Risk of injury due to electric current. Turn off the B500/B500-S power wheelchair prior to perform- ing any work on the drive unit sustainers, and disconnect all plug connections between the drive unit sustainer and frame. Before removing the motors, disconnect the wheel lock release wires.
  • Page 65 CAUTION Risk of injury during tasks that involve lifting. Some components, e.g. the batteries, frame, seat and motors, are very heavy. When removing or installing such components, ensure they are lifted in an ergonomically correct manner. Hoisting devices of sufficient capacity must be used where applicable. Tools: ❒...

  • Page 66: Replacing The Drive Motor

    6.16  Replacing the Drive Motor CAUTION Risk of injury due to electric current. Turn off the control unit of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair and disconnect all plug connections to the control unit / power module before performing any work on the drive motors.

  • Page 67: Installing The Anti-Tipper

    6.17  Installing the Anti-tipper INfORMATION When mounting a seat tilt, front anti-tipper wheels must be additionally mounted on B500-S. The anti-tipper for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair may only be used as a pair (one on the left, one on the right). Tools: ❒...

  • Page 68: Accessories

    Steps: 1. Loosen the hexagon nut. 2. Remove the oscillating crank and replace if required. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work. When attaching the motors to the oscillating cranks, be sure to tighten the bottom INfORMATION screws first. figure Replacing the oscillating cranks 6.19 ...

  • Page 69: Retrofitting Rear View Mirrors

    1. Hold the bracket for the attendant controls against the back tube. 2. Attach with two Allen head screws. Recaro® Seat On the B500/B500-S power wheelchair with the Recaro® seat, the attendant controls are at- tached to the headrest. Tools: ❒...

  • Page 70: Replacing The Control Panel

    2. Remove the control panel and replace if required. Properly reassemble all components upon completion of the work. 6.19.5 Replacing the Control Panel Holder The control panel holder for the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is clamped to the underside of the arm rest with an iron rail. Preparation: ❒...

  • Page 71: Installing The Bumper Bar (B500 Only)

    Replacing the control panel and holder 6.19.6 Installing the Bumper Bar (B500 Only) The bumper bar is attached to the rear of the battery case. Tools: ❒ Allen wrench, size 5 Steps: 1. Hold the bumper bar against the battery case.

  • Page 72: Enable40 Wheelchair Control

    7 enAble40 Wheelchair Control 7.1  Overview With the enAble40 control unit, the B500/B500-S power wheelchair can indicate the causes of error messages on the display. Error sources in the drive section and in the electric options are indicated by flashing of the cor- responding sections in the display’s pictograph.

  • Page 73: Programmable Parameters

    Always test the driving characteristics of the power wheelchair after configuration / programming is complete. Programming must only be completed by authorised personnel. Neither Otto Bock nor the control unit manufacturer are liable for damages (especially in combination with special controls) caused by...

  • Page 74: Configuration" Parameter

    The enAble40 wheelchair control features a number of parameters that may be programmed using the hand programming device or 1314 PC programmer. These programmable parameters allow the driving characteristics and performance of the vehicle to be adapted to special deploy- ment requirements.

  • Page 75: Mychair" Parameter

    Risk of accidents and injury due to incorrect parameter WARNING selection. The enAble40 wheelchair control included in the scope of delivery is preconfigured by Otto Bock. Incorrect selection of the “Configuration” parameter can lead to uncontrollable operating per- formance with a risk of accidents.

  • Page 76: Drive Menu

    7.3.3 Drive Menu The Drive menu contains the key parameters for the forward and reverse speed, acceleration and operating feel of the wheelchair. There are separate Drive menus for Profile 1 and Profile 2. Care must be taken to differentiate between the parameters that are affected by the speed limits (speed mode settings) and the parameters affected by the actual current speed of the wheelchair.

  • Page 77: Steer Menu

    7.3.4 Steer Menu The Steer menu contains the key parameters for the turning speed, turning acceleration and operating feel of the wheelchair. There are separate Steer menus for Profile 1 and Profile 2. Care must be taken to differentiate between the parameters that are affected by the speed limits (speed mode settings) and the parameters affected by the actual current speed of the wheelchair.

  • Page 78: Hand Controls Menu

    7.3.5 Hand Controls Menu The three parameters in the “Hand controls” menu refer to the hand control device and attend- ant controls. This menu is followed by four sub-menus that refer to the following control devices: Speed Mode, Joystick, Sound & Display and Charger. Parameter Allowable Description...

  • Page 79: Speed Mode

    7.3.6 Speed Mode The Speed Mode menu allows the therapist or dealer to determine the number of modes avail- able for selection by the operator and to establish the maximum speed for each mode. It is important to note that the maximum speed setting acts like a speed limit potentiometer. It adjusts the driving and steering speed and responses as a linear interpolation of the minimum and maximum parameter settings in the profiles (the parameter settings are found in the Drive and Steer menus).

  • Page 80: Joystick Menu

    7.3.7 Joystick Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Periminter 0 – 50 % Determines how close to the stop (gate) the joystick has to be moved Deadband before it is recognised as fully deflected. At a value of 0%, it must be deflected all the way to the stop (gate).

  • Page 81: Charger Inhibit Menu

    7.3.9 Charger Inhibit Menu The parameters in the “Charger Inhibit” menu allow the actuator functions to remain active even when a charger is connected. One or both actuators can be locked in one direction, both directions or neither direction. Setting an inhibit parameter to Off allows the specified movement even when a charger is connected.

  • Page 82: Lights Menu

    Parameter Allowable Description Range Actuator 2 Stop 0 – 12 A The driver turns off if the current exceeds this value. Current Actuator 2 Stop 3 – 120 s The driver turns off if it runs longer than this period of time. Time Table 12 Seat menu 7.3.11 Lights Menu...

  • Page 83: Multi-Function Input 1 Menu

    The Powerbase of the enAble40 control unit has three multi-function inputs that can be used for flexible seat adjustment and speed limit functions. The speed limits using the multi-function inputs work in the same way as the speed modes; they create an interpolation between the respective minimum and maximum parameter pairs of the active profile (Profile 1 or 2).

  • Page 84: Multi-Function Input 3 Menu

    Parameter Allowable Description Range Off/Seat 0, 1 0 = Multi-Function Input 2 is ignored. 1 = Inhibit and / or speed limit active, depending whether the input is high or low (see next parameter). Active Low On/Off When set to On, the inhibit and speed limit are active when the contact is closed (set to B-).

  • Page 85: Compensation Menu

    7.3.16 Compensation Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range High Speed 0 – 100 % Sets the motor load compensation at high speeds. Higher values Comp mean greater suppression of load variations. Lower values offer smoother operation. Low Speed Comp 0 – 100 % Sets the motor load compensation at low speeds.

  • Page 86: Motor And Brakes Menu

    7.3.17 Motor and Brakes Menu Parameter Allowable Description Range Auto-Trim On/Off Activates the patented Auto-Trim function. Motor-Trim -50 – +50 Sets the motor trim for straight-ahead operation in spite of dif- ferences in motor characteristics. A value of 0 means there is no steering correction.

  • Page 87: Monitor Menu

    Parameter Allowable Description Range Full Voltage 0 – 3 V Voltage above which 100% BDI (battery capacity) is displayed. Empty Voltage 0 – 3 V Voltage below which 0% BDI (battery capacity) is displayed. Reset Voltage 0 – 3 V Voltage at which the BDI (battery capacity) is reset to 100%.

  • Page 88: Hand Programming Device

    Display Display Range Description Headlight Button On/Off Status of the headlight button. Charger Button On/Off Status of the Inhibit input. Seat Actuator 1 Voltage -24 – +24 V Voltage on actuator motor 1. Actuator 2 Voltage -24 – +24 V Voltage on actuator motor 2.

  • Page 89: Operating The Hand Programming Device

    diagnosed. Power is supplied via the 4-pin plug of the connected J3 control unit. The hand programming device consists of an LCD screen, buttons to navigate through the menus and change the pa- rameter values (+/-) and three buttons to set bookmarks. There are several versions of the hand programming device, each of which can change the parameters for its own and lower levels of access.

  • Page 90: Hand Programming Device Menu

    7.4.2 Hand Programming Device Menu There are six main menus with additional sub-menus. Main Menus Description Program Provides access to the programmable parameters. Monitor Displays values in real-time, even during operation. Faults Displays diagnosis information; the error log can also be erased here. Functions Provides access to the copy function and the “Reset”...

  • Page 91: Maintenance And Service Plan B500/B500-S

    8 Maintenance and Service Plan B500/B500-S Customer: Re-use Year of manufacture:: Serial no.: B500/B500-S General Condition Driving report: Areas to be maintained Check functionality, settings, damage or deformation and screw connections for all components listed here! Damage Replacement 1 Control unit...
  • Page 92 Maintenance and Service Plan B500/B500-S Contoured seat Contoured back Recaro seat 7 Electric seat adjustments Back adjustment Mechanical back adjustment Seat tilt Lift seat footrests 8 Side panel Adapters Clothing protector Lighting adapter 9 footrests Adapters Elevating footrest 10 Options...
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