Otto Bock ScoutCrawler Instructions For Use Manual

Brand: Otto Bock

Model: ScoutCrawler

Type: Instructions For Use Manual

Instructions for Use

ScoutCrawler

Additional Options – ScoutCrawler

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle can be equipped with the following additional options (applicable options are checked):

Electronic drive-away lock*

[ ] Function enabled [ ] Function disabled

If enabled, the function is activated by pressing the [On/Off] button on the control panel.

[ ] The function is deactivated with the joystick. [ ] The function is deactivated with the [Horn] button.

*See the chapter "Usage" for more information.

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Foreword 1 5...............................................................

Application2 5............................................................

Intended Use2.1 5....................................................

Area of Application2.2 6............................................

Product Description3 6.............................................

Function3.1 6..........................................................

Product Overview3.2 7..............................................

Safety4 7.....................................................................

Explanation of Warning Symbols4.1 7.........................

General Safety Instructions4.2 7................................

Reference to additional safety instructions4.3 8............

Rating plate and warning labels4.4 9..........................

Rating plate4.4.1 9......................................................

Warning labels4.4.2 10................................................

Delivery5 12................................................................

Scope of supply5.1 12..............................................

Storage5.2 12..........................................................

During Daily Use5.2.1 12.............................................

For Extended Disuse5.2.2 12........................................

Preparation for Use6 13............................................

Safety Instructions6.1 13...........................................

Initial Operation6.2 13..............................................

Adjustments6.3 14....................................................

Prerequisites6.3.1 14..................................................

Adjusting the Stops6.3.2 14.........................................

Adjusting the Armrests6.3.3 15.....................................

Adjusting the Control Panel6.3.4 16..............................

Changing Control Unit Parameters6.3.5 16....................

Usage7 17...................................................................

Combining the Wheelchair and ScoutCrawler7.1 17....

Control Unit7.2 19....................................................

Control Panel7.2.1 20..................................................

Buttons and Display Functions7.2.2 21..........................

Driving Functions7.3 23............................................

Safety Instructions7.3.1 23...........................................

Driving Notes7.3.2 26..................................................

Switching On and Off7.3.3 27......................................

Selecting the Speed Levels7.3.4 27..............................

Driving7.3.5 28...........................................................

Drive-Away Lock7.3.6 28.............................................

Batteries/charging process7.4 30...............................

Safety Instructions7.4.1 30...........................................

General Information7.4.2 31.........................................

Notes on Charging the Battery Pack7.4.3 31..................

Battery charger7.4.4 32...............................................

Table of contents

Charging the Battery7.4.5 32........................................

Charging via the Control Panel7.4.5.1 33.........................

Charging Outside the Outdoor Vehicle7.4.5.2 34..............

Charging after Deep Discharge7.4.5.3 36.........................

Disassembly/transport7.5 36.....................................

Safety Instructions7.5.1 36...........................................

Transportation7.5.2 37.................................................

Separating the ScoutCrawler and Wheelchair7.5.2.1 37.....

Reducing the Packing Size7.5.2.2 37...............................

Stowing the Outdoor Vehicle7.5.2.3 39............................

Use in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle7.6 39.............

Care7.7 40..............................................................

Safety Instructions7.7.1 40...........................................

Cleaning7.7.2 40........................................................

Maintenance/Repair8 40..........................................

Safety Instructions8.1 40...........................................

Maintenance8.2 40...................................................

Maintenance Intervals8.2.1 41......................................

Checking the Track Tension8.2.2 42.............................

Repair8.3 43............................................................

Tightening the crawler tracks8.3.1 43............................

Replacing the battery8.3.2 43.......................................

Replacing the Crawler Tracks8.3.3 43...........................

Troubleshooting8.4 44..............................................

Types of notifications8.4.1 44.......................................

Control Unit Fault Overview8.4.2 45..............................

Disposal9 47...............................................................

Information on Re-Use9.1 47.....................................

Legal Information10 47...............................................

Liability10.1 47..........................................................

CE Conformity10.2 47................................................

Warranty terms10.3 47...............................................

Appendices11 48..........................................................

Technical Data11.1 48................................................

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Table of contents

1 Foreword

INFORMATION

Date of the last update: 2012-07-18

► Please read this document carefully.

► Follow the safety instructions.

INFORMATION

► These instructions for use (user) can be viewed and

downloaded from the homepage www.ottobock.com. It

is possible to increase the display size of the PDF doc

ument stored there.

► Please note that the instructions for use are revised

regularly. The latest version can be viewed and down

loaded on the respective product page at

www.ottobock.com.

► For further questions about the instructions for use

(user), please contact the qualified personnel who

issued the product to you.

These instructions for use explain the functions and opera

tion of the ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle as well as the

adaptation of the manual wheelchair, and contain further

information for optimum use and initial support if service is

required.

Be sure to read these instructions for use before you start

using the outdoor vehicle. In particular, please observe the

information in the chapters "Safety" and "Usage".

Please note the following:

• If questions or problems arise which cannot be resolved

despite reading the instructions for use, please contact

the authorised personnel that delivered your outdoor

vehicle, or Ottobock Service (address inside back cov

er).

• All users and/or attendants must be instructed in the use

of the product with the aid of these instructions for use.

In particular, the user(s) and/or attendant(s) must be

informed of the residual risk with the aid of the safety

instructions in these instructions for use.

• The outdoor vehicle was fitted to the user's require

ments. Further changes may be made only by author

ised personnel.

• The operational safety of the outdoor vehicle can only be

ensured if it is used properly in accordance with the

information contained in these instructions for use. The

user is ultimately responsible for accident-free opera

tion.

• We reserve the right to make technical changes to the

model described in these instructions for use.

2 Application

2.1 Intended Use

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is only intended for out

door use with an adapted manual wheelchair.

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Foreword

6 | Ottobock ScoutCrawler

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is not suitable for use in

public road traffic.

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is intended solely for per

sonal use as a means of transport operated by people who

are unable to walk or have a walking impediment due to:

• Paralysis (tetraplegia, paraplegia, hemiplegia, multiple

sclerosis, spina bifida, cerebral palsy (limited))

• Loss of limbs

• Limb defect/deformation

• Joint contractures/defects (polyarthritis, polyarthrosis)

• Diseases such as cardiac/circulatory insufficiency

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle may only be used with

components/options listed on the product order form.

Ottobock assumes no liability for combinations with

accessories from other manufacturers.

The operational safety of the product can only be ensured if

it is used properly in accordance with the information con

tained in these instructions for use. The user is ultimately

responsible for accident-free operation.

2.2 Area of Application

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle can be combined, at the

factory, with most manual wheelchairs commonly available

in the market.

The individual fitting depends on the following factors:

• Body size and body weight (max. load capacity: 145kg)

• Positioning of the user in the manual wheelchair (the

user's limbs must not extend beyond the dimensions of

the outdoor vehicle)

• Width of the manual wheelchair (max. drive-in width:

665mm)

• Physical and mental condition of the user

3 Product Description

3.1 Function

The ScoutCrawler outdoor vehicle is a power add-on drive

for manual wheelchairs, suitable for outdoor use on challen

ging ground conditions (e.g. sand, snow, gravel, grass).

The manual wheelchair is secured on the ScoutCrawler out

door vehicle with two tyre mounting points and three belt

straps with carabiners.

Product Description

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3.2 Product Overview

Fig. 1 ScoutCrawler with accessories

1 Armrests 7 Battery charger

2 Transport case 8 Charging cable for external charging

3 enAble 40 control panel 9 Tool kit

4 Track drive 10 Battery pack

5 Battery case 11 Loading ramps

6 Cover cap

4 Safety

4.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols

WARNING

Warnings regarding possible risks of severe

accident or injury.

CAUTION

Warnings regarding possible risks of acci

dent or injury.

NOTICE

Warnings regarding possible technical dam

age.

4.2 General Safety Instructions

WARNING

Improper product operation

Falling, tipping over, collision due to user error

► The product may only be used by a qualified user.

► As a user or attendant, you must be trained in the use

of the product by qualified personnel instructed by the

manufacturer.

► Read the entire instructions for use.

► The product may not be used in case of exhaustion or

under the influence of alcohol or medications.

► The product may not be used by users who have any

mental limitations which can temporarily or perman

ently limit attentiveness and judgement.

Safety

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WARNING

Failure to heed or observe the safety instructions

Risk of pinching, crushing, being pulled in, tipping, falling

► Observe all safety instructions in these instructions for

use and in all other applicable documents.

WARNING

Improper use of the product

Risk of pinching, crushing, being pulled in, tipping, falling

► Only use this product for its original intended purpose.

► Only one person may be transported with the product

at any one time.

CAUTION

Extreme temperatures

Risk of hypothermia or burns on components, failure of

components

► Do not expose the product to any extreme temperat

ures (e.g. direct sunlight, extreme cold).

NOTICE

Overloading

Damage to the product

► Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of 145 kg

(120 kg user weight + max. 25 kg manual wheelchair)

NOTICE

Use under incorrect environmental conditions

Damage to the product

► Only use the product within a temperature range of -15

°C to +50 °C.

4.3 Reference to additional safety instructions

Observe additional safety instructions in the following

chapters:

• Chapter "Preparation for Use"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Combining the Wheelchair and

ScoutCrawler"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Control Unit"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Driving Functions"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Batteries/Charging Process"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Disassembly/Transport"

• Chapter "Usage" > "Care"

• Chapter "Maintenance"

• Chapter "Troubleshooting"

Safety

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4.4 Rating plate and warning labels

4.4.1 Rating plate

Label Meaning

A Type designation

B Read the instructions for use before using the product. Observe

safety instructions found in the instructions for use

C Symbol for separate collection of electric and electronic devices.

Components of the product and batteries may not be disposed of in

household waste.

D European article number (EAN)

E Product reference number

F Serial number (including year of manufacture)

G Maximum load capacity (see the chapter "Technical Data")

H Maximum climbing ability (see the chapter "Technical Data")

I Maximum speed (see the chapter "Technical Data")

J Manufacturer information/address

K CE marking – product safety according to EU guidelines

The rating plates are found on the axles of the

track drives.

L Not suitable for use in a wheelchair accessible vehicle

Safety

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4.4.2 Warning labels

Label Meaning

1 Max. downhill slope: 30%

2 Max. uphill slope: 30%

3 Max. curb height: 4cm

max. 30%

max. 17°

max. 30%

max. 17°

Warnung

Warning

Warnung

Warning

Warnung

Warning

Warnung

Warning

max. 4 cm max. 4 cm

4 Max. curb height: 4cm

Diese Seite oben!

This side up!

+ +

This side up!

Safety

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Label Meaning

Warning! Risk of battery damage!

Single battery may not be replaced.

They must always be used in parallel!

The batteries may only be transported after discharging.

Contact your airline for the currently applicable transport regulations.

Warnung! Beschädigung Batterien!

Batterien dürfen nicht einzeln gewechselt werden.

Sie müssen immer parallel betrieben werden!

Die Batterien dürfen nur im entladenen Zustand transportiert werden.

Erkundigen Sie sich bei Ihrer Fluggesellschaft über die aktuell geltenden

Transportbestimmungen.

Warning! Risk of battery damage!

Single batteries may not be replaced. They must always be used in

parallel! The batteries may only be transported after discharging.

Contact your airline for the currently applicable transport regula

tions.

Safety

5 Delivery

5.1 Scope of supply

The outdoor vehicle is normally shipped fully assembled and

fitted to the personal requirements of the respective user.

The scope of delivery includes:

• Adapted outdoor vehicle with main components

• Battery charger

• Charging cable for external charging of the battery pack

• Cover cap

• Tool kit

• Instructions for Use

The basic settings are based on the indications on the order

form and, to the extent required, are adapted to the chosen

manual wheelchair by the specialist dealer directly on site.

Before operating the product for the first time, all standard

equipment components (see Fig.1) must be checked for

completeness and possible damage.

5.2 Storage

5.2.1 During Daily Use

The product should always be protected against external

influences.

The control unit must be turned off.

5.2.2 For Extended Disuse

Please observe the following if the product is not used for

more than 3 days:

Storage Conditions

• Maintain an ambient temperature between -10°C and

+40°C and relative humidity between 45 and 85 %.

• Store the product in a dry, enclosed room with sufficient

air circulation and protection from external influences.

Avoid unnecessary parking outdoors.

• Protect the crawler tracks against ground frost, e.g. by

elevating them completely off the ground using

assembly blocks or wooden boards.

Notes on the Crawler Tracks

• If the product is not moved for several days, permanent

colour changes may occur where it comes into contact

with the surface it is standing on. Therefore a suitable

underlay should be used if the product is parked for

extended periods of time.

• The crawler tracks contain chemical substances that

may react with other chemical substances (e.g. clean

ing agents, acids).

• Direct exposure to sunlight/UV radiation causes the

crawler tracks to age more quickly. As a result, the tread

surface hardens and corner pieces break out of the

tread.

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Delivery

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• The crawler tracks must be replaced at a tread depth of

3 mm in order to maintain sufficient traction. Regardless

of wear, the crawler tracks should be replaced every 2

years.

6 Preparation for Use

6.1 Safety Instructions

WARNING

Improper modification of the settings

Risk of tipping, falling, improper user posture

► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified

personnel.

► In case of problems with the settings (control panel

problems etc.), please contact the qualified personnel

who fitted your product.

WARNING

Improper handling of packaging materials

Risk of suffocation

► Keep packaging materials away from children.

CAUTION

Uncontrolled movement of components when making

adjustments

Risk of crushing, pinching, blows to limbs

► Ensure that body parts, such as hands or head, are

never in the danger zone.

► Perform the work with the aid of a helper for support.

CAUTION

Unsecured screw connections

Risk of pinching, crushing, tipping over, falling of user

► After all adjusting/readjusting work, retighten the

mounting screws/nuts firmly. Observe any torque set

tings which may be specified.

► Any time you loosen a screw connection with thread

lock, replace it with a new screw connection or secure

the old screw connection with medium strength thread

locker (e.g. Loctite 241

6.2 Initial Operation

The specialist dealer delivers the product fully assembled

and ready to use.

The following additional tasks may be required:

• Charging the battery: see Page32 et. seq.

• Adjusting the stops: see Page14

• Adjusting the armrests: see Page15

• Adjusting the control panel: see Page16

Preparation for Use

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6.3 Adjustments

6.3.1 Prerequisites

Adjustment tasks should always be performed in the pres

ence of the user. The user should sit upright in the wheel

chair while adjustments are made, and should check the

settings several times.

The control panel mounting side (left/right) is realised

according to the customer order and may only be changed

by authorised personnel instructed by Ottobock.

The following can be adjusted by the user or attendant:

• Position of the stops

• Height of the armrests

• Position of the armrests

• Position of the control panel

All parts of the product should be cleaned thoroughly before

adjustments are made.

6.3.2 Adjusting the Stops

The position of the rear wheel stops can be adjusted. The

stops are adjusted using two quick-release clamping levers

and an Allen head screw (Allen key, size5). Follow the

instructions below to adjust the stops:

1) Loosen the Allen head screw (see Fig.2).

2) Loosen the two quick-release clamping levers.

→ Now the stops can be moved vertically and horizont

ally.

3) Slide the stops to the desired position (see Fig.3).

INFORMATION: The stops should be positioned

approximately 2cm below the knee lever wheel

lock, ensuring that the knee lever wheel lock can be

operated with no restrictions.

4) Tighten the two quick-release clamping levers.

5) Tighten the Allen head screw.

INFORMATION: If the adjustment range of the

stops is insufficient to hold the manual wheelchair

securely, the Allen head screw can be omitted dur

ing assembly (only for very wide manual wheel

chairs!).

→ Adjusting the stop position is complete.

INFORMATION: The stops on the left and right side

must be locked at the same height.

Preparation for Use

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Fig. 2 Adjusting the tyre stops

2 cm

Fig. 3 Position of the tyre stops

6.3.3 Adjusting the Armrests

The height and position of the armrests can be adjusted.

They are adjusted using Allen head screws (Allen key,

size3, Allen key, size5). Follow the instructions below to

make the adjustments:

Adjusting the Armrest Height

1) Loosen the Allen head screw (Allen key, size5) on the

reverse side of the armrest (see Fig.4).

2) Move the armrest to the corresponding height.

3) Firmly retighten the Allen head screw.

→ Adjusting the armrest height is complete.

Adjusting the Armrest Position

1) Loosen the three Allen head screws (Allen key, size3)

on the bottom of the armrest (see Fig.5).

2) Move the armrest to the corresponding position.

3) Firmly retighten the three Allen head screws.

→ Adjusting the armrest position is complete.

Preparation for Use

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Fig. 4 Adjusting the Armrest Height

Fig. 5 Adjusting the armrest position/control panel

6.3.4 Adjusting the Control Panel

The control panel position can be adjusted. This is done

using three Allen head screws (Allen key, size3). Follow the

adjustment instructions below:

1) Loosen the three Allen head screws on the bottom of the

armrest (see Fig.5).

2) Move the control panel to the corresponding position.

3) Firmly retighten the three Allen head screws.

→ Adjusting the control panel position is complete.

6.3.5 Changing Control Unit Parameters

WARNING

Incorrect configuration settings

Falling, tipping over, collision due to programming errors

► Programming may only be performed by qualified per

sonnel trained by the manufacturer. The manufacturer

of the product and the control unit manufacturer are

not liable in case of damage caused by programming

which was not performed properly and/or which was

not adjusted properly according to the user's abilities.

► Note that modified parameter settings in the configura

tion can lead to changes in driving characteristics. In

particular, changes to the speed, acceleration, braking

or joystick settings can lead to unexpected and there

fore uncontrollable driving characteristics and cause

an accident.

Preparation for Use

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► After configuration/programming is complete, the user

must test the driving characteristics of the product

under the supervision of the qualified personnel.

If necessary, the authorised personnel can adapt the pre

programmed control unit and accessories to the concrete

requirements of the user.

7 Usage

7.1 Combining the Wheelchair and

ScoutCrawler

CAUTION

Driving on the ramps

Risk of falling, tipping over

► Lean your upper body forward when driving on the

ramps.

Prior to use, the manual wheelchair must be firmly secured

on the outdoor vehicle. Proceed as follows:

1) Park the outdoor vehicle on a flat surface.

2) Turn off the control unit of the outdoor vehicle.

3) Lower the loading ramps of the outdoor vehicle using

the pull cables. Engage the hooks of the pull cables in

the transport cases.

4) Drive the manual wheelchair over the loading ramps

onto the platform of the outdoor vehicle.

NOTICE! All four wheels of the wheelchair must

stand firmly on the platform.

5) Move the wheelchair to the stops and engage the knee

lever wheel lock.

6) Pass the carabiners on the two lateral belt straps over

the tyre stops and around the push rings (see Fig.6,

item1) and engage them in the eyelets (see Fig.7,

item1 and item2).

7) Hand-tighten the lateral belt straps (see Fig.8).

8) Pass the centre belt strap around the frame in front of

the caster wheel and engage it in the eyelet (see Fig.9,

item1 and item2).

9) Hand-tighten the belt strap (see Fig.10).

10) Fold up the loading ramps with the help of the pull

cables. Pass the pull cables around the armrest sup

ports and engage the pull cables on the push ring hold

ers (see Fig.12, item1).

→ The outdoor vehicle is ready for operation.

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Fig. 6 Positioning the carabiner

Fig. 7 Engaging the carabiner

Fig. 8 Tightening the lateral belt straps

Fig. 9 Engaging the centre belt strap

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Fig. 10 Tightening the centre belt strap

Fig. 11 Attachment on a rigid frame wheelchair

Fig. 12 Securing the loading ramps

7.2 Control Unit

CAUTION

Use of mobile devices with electromagnetic emis

sions (e.g. mobile phones)

Falling, collision with persons or objects due to interfer

ence with the control signals

► Turn all mobile devices off while driving, since the driv

ing characteristics of the product are affected by elec

tromagnetic fields.

► Turn the control unit off when it is not required, since

the product may generate electromagnetic fields that

can cause interference with other devices. The product

has been tested according to EMC regulations.

Usage

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The outdoor vehicle is controlled by an enAble40 control

unit.

Since the control unit is programmable, it can be adapted to

the personal requirements of the user; e.g. the speed,

acceleration and deceleration values can all be adapted.

7.2.1 Control Panel

The outdoor vehicle is operated via the control panel.

The control panel consists of a keypad, LCD display and

joystick. The charging and programming receptacle is loc

ated on the underside.

The control panel is used to switch the outdoor vehicle on

and off, to enter driving commands and to display the cur

rent state of certain functions and components.

Fig. 13 enAble40 control panel

1 Joystick 6 [Mode] button

2 [Direction Indicator

Left/Right] button

–Nofunction–

7 [Horn] button

3 [Warning Flasher On/Off]

button

–Nofunction–

8 [Lights On/Off] button

–Nofunction–

4 LCD Display 9 Charging and programming

receptacle

5 [On/Off] button 10 Charger plug

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