Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Vela Blues 200
Summary of Contents for Vela Blues 200
-
Page 1: User Manual
www.vela.eu... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
contents 1.0. User manUal ............1.1. - Page 3 2.0. safety points ............16 3.0.
- Page 4 We hope that your will be happy with your VELA Blues 200. By taking a few minutes to read this manual, you will quickly gain an overview of the construction and possibilities offered by the VELA Blues 200.
-
Page 5: User Manual
1.0. User manUal This powerchair is a class A (EN 12184) electric wheelchair. The first attempts to operate the chair should be made in an area with plenty of floor space. Choose a low operating speed (press the ‘down button’ a few times) until you have become accustomed to the chair. 1.1. -
Page 6: Assistance Exiting The Chair
1.1.3. assistance exiting the chair The electric seat lift can help in connection with entering and exit- ing the chair. For instance, the electric seat lift can be placed in the highest position before sliding out over the front edge of the seat with legs as stretched out as possible. -
Page 7: Sitting Position
(visible when folded up). 1.2.3. seat height The VELA Blues 200 has an electric seat lift as standard equipment. The electric lift function is operated (standard) from the control box. Choose the electric lift function by pressing the function button and pushing the joystick forwards to move the seat up or back- wards to move the seat down. -
Page 8: Chair Back
1.2.4. chair Back The chair back features an adjustable shoulder support. By loosen- ing the two hand screws, it is possible to tilt the shoulder support forwards or backwards. To raise the chair back, loosen the two bolts on the telescopic tube which is visible when the shoulder support is folded back. -
Page 9: Seat Depth
1.2.6. seat depth The seat depth can be regulated by pushing the chair back forwards or backwards on the two c-rails: Loosen the two screws on either side from the back hinge and release the sliding bar for the back tilt. -
Page 10: Operation
1.3. operation 1.3.1. vr2 control Box The VELA Blues 200 will normally be equipped with a VR2 control box. The powerchair is turned on and off on the I/0 button.The ‘speed up’ button increases operating speed: Press the button repeatedly and you will see the indicator light move up. -
Page 11: Steering With Joystick
1.3.3. steering With joystick Move the joystick in the direction you want the chair to move. Ac- celeration and speed are controlled by moving the joystick: Large movement = fast acceleration and high speed. Small movement = slow acceleration and low speed. It is not possible for the user to reprogram the control box. -
Page 12: Negotiating Obstacles
1.3.5. negotiating oBstacles The VELA Blues 200 can handle a difference in surface level of up to 4 cm, which makes it possible to cross e.g. doorsteps and many types of ramps. Always drive as straight as possible when negotiat- ing such obstacles. -
Page 13: Standing Still And Parking
It is not possible to operate the Blues 200 powerchair electrically when the disengagement function is in use. Push both disconnection arms back into the horizontal position immediately after manoeuvring the chair. -
Page 14: Footrests
1.4.2. electric sWivel footrests (optional) The VELA Blues 200 can also be equipped with a set of adjustable footrests. The footrest can be moved out of the way when entering and exiting the chair by lifting the bar approx. 3 cm up and swing- ing the footrest around the side at the same time. -
Page 15: Position Of Control Box
1.5. position of control Box 1.5.1. fixed sUpport The control box is mounted on either the right or the left side according to customer specifications. The joystick is mounted as standard on a fixed support. Its position can be regulated forwards or backwards in relation to the armrest: Loosen the bolt on the slid- ing bar and place the control box in the desired position. -
Page 16: Safety Points
• It must not be used outdoors at dusk or in the dark. • The VELA Blues 200 is as standard not approved as a passenger seat for use in cars, buses or trains. • The chair is not designed to be lifted during transport. -
Page 17: Maintenance
3.0. maintenance 3.0.1. Batteries The VELA Blues 200 is equipped with two 34 Ah maintenance- free and vapour-free batteries. Good-quality new batteries provide the equivalent of an operating range of 18 km. Experience shows that this covers the daily needs of most users. The batteries are dimensioned to be fully run down 220 times. -
Page 18: Battery Charging Unit
For extended periods of disuse (days/weeks/months), the battery charger should be connected to ensure optimum power when your VELA Blues 200 is used again. note! In some cases, batteries that have been run down too far (flat) cannot be recharged by the Universal 6a charging unit. This is for your own safety, because dangerous vapours can develop when flat batteries are recharged.Call your VELA service technician. -
Page 19: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
4.0.2. maintenance Daily maintenance can be carried out by the user. Repairs and servicing must be carried out by trained service staff or by a VELA service technician. It is recommended that the powerchair is serviced once a year by a VELA service technician when all moving parts will be lubricated and checked for wear. - Page 20 If any of the functions do not work or if anything feels different to normal, contact VELA. Batteries must be replaced by VELA. In the event If the batteries are leaking, avoid touching of flat or...
-
Page 21: Guarantee And Service
The powerchair is equipped with four lashing rings placed in the corners of the chair. Warning! The VELA Blues 200 is not approved as a passenger seat for use in cars, buses or trains. Always make sure that the power- chair is secured using approved lashing equipment during transport in cars, buses, trains etc. - Page 22 CONFIGURATAION FOR USE AS A PASSENGER SEAT For the VELA Blues 100 – 200 – 300 to be used as the passenger seat in a car, the chair must be configured as shown below: (in case of doubt please contact VELA) - SW seat and back system (width 40 –...
-
Page 23: Technical Data
Power network: 24 Volt DC Signal: analogue wiring PG drivers combined CR2 powerchair electronics Electric lift: VELA Okin actuator BD - 240/160 Tilt actuator: Linak RA60 24 VDC Electric back actuator: Linak LA28 24 VDC Motorised control: VELA ET3.2 24VDC 7.0.5. charger Automatic Power Charger Classic 8A / 230 VAC 7.0.6. - Page 24 VELA · Goeteborgvej 12 · DK-9200 Aalborg SV · Tel: +45 96 34 76 00 · mail@vela.dk · www.vela.eu...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Blues 200 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers