Drive DeVilbiss Lightweight Powerstroll Manual de usuario

Lightweight Powerstroll

Instructions for use

CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION 3

2. CONTACT INFORMATION 3

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4

3.1 Environment 4

3.2 Intended User Group 4

3.3 Intended Use 4

3.4 Indications 4

3.5 Product Overview 4

4. SAFETY 5

4.1 Warnings & Cautions 5

4.2 Risk Assessment 5

4.3 Contraindications 5

4.4 Powerstroll Loading 6

4.5 Training 6

4.6 General Warnings 7

5. TRANSPORT & STORAGE 9

6. SYMBOL DEFINITION 10

7. PARTS IDENTIFICATION 12

8. CHARGING & PREPARING FOR USE 13

8.1 Installation 13

8.2 Battery Charging 15

8.3 Checking Before Use 16

9. OPERATION OF THE POWERSTROLL 17

9.1 Operational Limits 17

9.2 Powerstroll Controls 17

9.3 Using the Powerstroll 19

9.4 Steps, Kerbs & Fixed Obstacles 20

9.5 Inclines 21

9.6 Outdoor Operation & Inclement Weather Precautions 22

9.7 After Use Instructions 22

10. CLEANING 23

11. MAINTENANCE & SERVICING 24

11.1 General Guidelines 24

11.2 Fault Resolution 26

11.3 Repair 26

12. DISPOSAL OF PARTS 27

13. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY EMC 28

14. SPECIFICATION 29

15. WARRANTY 30

16. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 31

2. CONTACT INFORMATION

For assistance in setting up, using, maintaining your Powerstroll, to report unexpected

operation or for any service, warranty, sales or customer service information regarding this

product, please contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this product. These instructions for use should be read carefully

and understood before operating the Powerstroll. Improper use or unfamiliarity with the

Powerstroll may result in harm, injury or trac accidents. A maintenance schedule is also

included at the back. Keep this manual with the Powerstroll, or in a safe place.

Contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. or check our website for the latest version of

this document. Users with visual, reading or cognitive disabilities should seek advice

from a professional care provider for an appropriate format. If this is not viable, users

should contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. If you have any questions concerning the

operation or maintenance of the Powerstroll, contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.

Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device should

be reported to the manufacturer and the MHRA or competent authority of your Member

State. Please quote the product serial code on all correspondence.

For Service & Support outside the United Kingdom, please contact the local distribution

company from where this equipment was purchased. Failure to do so may result in the

product warranty becoming void.

Wu's Tech Co. Ltd.

225 Yuanpeir Street, Hsinchu City, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd.

Sidhil Business Park, Holmﬁeld, Halifax, West Yorkshire,

HX2 9TN, Great Britain

Y. Sung Handelsvertretung

Toulouser Allee 9, 40211 Duesseldorf, Germany

Drive DeVilbiss Sidhil Ltd.

4 Trench Road, Mallusk, Newtownabbey

BT36 4TY, Northern Ireland

UK Aplan Corporation Ltd.

47 Wandle Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 1DF, England, Great Britain

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Environment

The Powerstroll can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments where

appropriate. The Powerstroll can be used on ﬂat, even path surfaces, however

the user should avoid grass, gravel and gradients greater than 6°, if possible.

Additional care should be taken to avoid inclement weather and wet surfaces.

3.2 Intended User Group

The Powerstroll has a maximum weight capacity of 115kg (18st) which includes

the weight of the wheelchair and user. The intended user group for this device

is any mobility restricted individual that requires assistance with transport.

The wheelchair attendant is the only intended operator. Users must be both

mentally and physically capable of operating the device with minimal risk of

injury to themselves and others.

3.3 Intended Use

The intended use of the Powerstroll is to transport an end user with restricted

mobility, as deﬁned in section 3.2.

The Powerstroll is designed as an aid to a wheelchair attendant providing power

to aid pushing in otherwise strenuous situations such as up slopes, hills, etc.

3.4 Indications

To provide transport mobility to an end user with restricted mobility.

3.5 Product Overview

The Powerstroll has been designed to provide a comfortable and secure

solution for users who have mobility restrictions. The product is a class I medical

device (under EN 12184:2014), and ﬁts to a wheelchair to convert it in to a class

2 invalid carriage under The Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations

1988. For speciﬁc guidance with outdoor use, see section 9.6.

This manual is composed from the product design and speciﬁcations at the time

of publication. As designs change, some illustrations and pictures in the manual

may not correspond to the Powerstroll that you purchased. We reserve the right

to make design modiﬁcations.

4. SAFETY

4.1 Warnings & Cautions

Warnings in this user manual highlight potential hazards that if

disregarded could lead to injury or death.

Cautions in this user manual highlight potential hazards that if

disregarded could lead to equipment damage or failure.

4.2 Risk Assessment

Before using the Powerstroll, a risk assessment must be performed by a

competent individual to ensure the safe use of the Powerstroll on a user-by-

user basis. It is the responsibility of users and carers to determine that they

are both mentally and physically capable of operating the Powerstroll with

minimal risk of injury to themselves or others.

The risk assessment should include, but not be limited to:

• Entrapment

• Falling out of the wheelchair

• Small adults (and children)

• Individuals who lack capacity to operate the Powerstroll

• Users with visual, reading or cognitive disabilities

• Very active occupants

• Unauthorised people with access to the Powerstroll

Caution

Warning

4.3 Contraindications

• The end user exceeds maximum weight capacity indicated in section 4.4

• Inability to safely guide a power mobility device

Other contraindications may be relevant which are speciﬁc to an individual

and / or care environment.

4.4 Powerstroll Loading

The maximum weight capacity of the Powerstroll is: 115kg (18st)

Maximum weight capacity is the sum of the user mass, the wheelchair and

any ancillary attachments or accessories. Exceeding the maximum weight

capacity will void your warranty. Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. will not be

held responsible for injury and / or damages resulting from failure to observe

weight capacities.

• The maximum load is for the Powerstroll to be occupied

by one person only. Additional weight could damage

components or destabilise the Powerstroll, potentially

causing injury.

• The Powerstroll may only be used to transport one person

at a time.

• The Powerstroll is not a toy. Children should not be allowed

to play near or operate the Powerstroll, as they are at risk of

harm.

Warning

4.5 Training

All individuals operating the Powerstroll are to be suitably familiar with the

functionality and limitations prior to use. It is the responsibility of the user to

ensure they are suitably trained to use the Powerstroll and any associated

parts safely and correctly. Every eort should be made to resolve deﬁciencies

and should include consideration of retraining, falls prevention and equipment

alterations and modiﬁcations.

If these instructions for use are not deemed sucient and the need for training

is required, please contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. (see section 2) who

can discuss training options with you.

• Do not use a damaged or badly worn Powerstroll — risk of

harm.

• Check the functionality of the Powerstroll before every use,

using the method listed in section 8.3. Check the current

fastest speed setting is appropriate. (It is recommended to

use a slower speed setting at the beginning of every use,

gradually increasing the speed setting as appropriate.)

• Do not use the Powerstroll in rain, ice or snow conditions.

Such exposure can damage the Powerstroll and put the

user at risk. If exposed to moisture, do not operate the

Powerstroll until it has dried thoroughly.

• Do not drive on tall grass or loose surfaces, such as gravel

or sand, or in muddy conditions.

• Reduced speed and care should be taken when navigating

obstacles.

• Do not attempt to navigate on slopes greater than 6°.

• If unintended movement of the Powerstroll occurs, release

the trigger to automatically stop the Powerstroll. Do not

use the power switch to stop your Powerstroll unless an

emergency requires the powering down of the Powerstroll.

• The Powerstroll has a weight capacity of 115kg (18st);

overloading will cause overheating and excessive battery

drain.

• Do not touch any exposed contacts or connectors while

using the product or while in contact with other individuals.

• Misused electrical equipment can be hazardous.

• Do not operate the Powerstroll while under the inﬂuence of

alcohol or when excessively tired.

• Only approved parts, speciﬁed for the Powerstroll, should

be used. Accessories that have not been approved or

designed for use with the Powerstroll are not to be used —

a hazard could be introduced due to product combination

incompatibility. If in doubt, contact Drive DeVilbiss

Healthcare Ltd.

• Modiﬁcation of the Powerstroll, its parts or features is

not allowed without the permission of Drive DeVilbiss

Healthcare Ltd. — a hazard could be introduced.

• The Powerstroll must not be used solely by the wheelchair

user, under any circumstances. It must only be attendant

operated.

4.6 General Warnings

Warning

• The Powerstroll is electrically operated, so should not

be used in oxygen-rich environments, in the presence of

ﬂammable gases, sources of heat or naked ﬂames — risk of

explosion / ﬁre. Damaged or worn upholstery increases the

risk of ﬁre hazard and should be replaced immediately.

• Individuals unable to drive the Powerstroll without

assistance or supervision must not use the Powerstroll

without such supervision. Unsupervised use of the

Powerstroll must be avoided if there is any doubt about the

ability of an individual to operate it safely.

• If children, adults with learning diculties or pets pose a

potential risk of tampering with the Powerstroll, its suitability

for use is to be considered during the initial user / product

risk assessment.

• When connecting / disconnecting the battery from the

motor or the charger make sure both the power to the

charger and Powerstroll handcontrol are switched o.

• Only operate the Powerstroll at a speed that is comfortable

to both the operator and wheelchair user.

• Ensure the Powerstroll is secured in transit. It is

recommended that the battery is disconnected.

Warning

Note: Wheelchairs ﬁtted with attendant cable brakes.

• On such wheelchairs, the attendant brake levers should be

removed prior to ﬁtting the Powerstroll to the wheelchair.

If the attendant brakes do not have a separate parking

brake facility, then parking brakes should be added to the

wheelchair.

Warning

5. TRANSPORT & STORAGE

Environmental conditions for transport and storage:

Ambient temperature: 0°C to +40°C

Follow these conditions when transporting or storing the Powerstroll:

• The power switch should be turned o.

• Always fully charge, then remove the battery prior to long-term storage to

ensure maximum battery eciency.

• The Powerstroll should be stored in clean and dry conditions. Cover to

protect from ﬂuid ingress, dirt, dust etc.

• Powerstrolls should not be stored on their side, on their backs, or stacked.

• When transporting Powerstrolls by vehicle, they should be securely

stowed in the back of a van, truck, or boot of a car. Adjustable parts

should be removed or properly secured during transport.

• Keep the instructions for use with the Powerstroll or in a safe place.

Note: This vehicle is suitable for land and air transport, but contact your carrier

in advance to determine their speciﬁc requirements. The battery pack contains

one 12V battery. The battery is a sealed lead acid type and is maintenance free

and non-spillable. It is ﬁtted with a 2-way connector.

The battery requires charging every week to ensure battery longevity.

The battery is supplied as standard with the battery pack and classiﬁed as safe

for air transport under IATA special provision A67.

• Infrequently charged batteries, or batteries stored without a

full charge are susceptible to permanent damage, causing

unreliable performance from your Powerstroll.

• Avoid placing the Powerstroll in direct sunlight — this could

damage the electrical system and / or cause label fading.

• Clean the Powerstroll in line with section 10 prior to storage.

Caution

5.1 Disassembly

• Switch the Powerstroll o.

• Disconnect the connector from the underside of the handset.

• Remove the lift-up strap from the push handle.

• Disconnect the red and black connector between the Powerstroll and the

battery pack. Lift o the battery pack.

• Slacken the tightening handles and tristar knob, to allow the telescopic bar

to be slid inwards and removed.

6. SYMBOL DEFINITION

Symbol Description

Warning

Beware of potential hazard

The following symbols are found on this Powerstroll:

Refer to instructions for use - Recommended

Failure to read the instructions for use could introduce a hazard

Refer to instructions for use - Mandatory

Failure to read the instructions for use could introduce a hazard

Caution

Beware of potential product damage

Medical Device

Safe working load

Do not create a stack of more than 2 boxes

Fragile, handle with care

Use no hooks

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