BENOIT SYSTEMS Mobili Kit Manuale utente

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Read this manual BEFORE using this product

and retain it in case it is needed

Version 1

Edition – August 2022

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general remarks

Combining precision, manoeuvrability and safety, Mobili Kit is a compact and adjustable motorised platform able to accept all

types of common chairs (kitchen chair, lounge chair, armchair, garden chair, dressing chair, etc.) and transform them into an indoor

motorised chair. With Mobili Kit, your favourite chair becomes an efcient and easy-to-use means of getting around. Designed

to meet the practical needs of users seeking independence and mobility, it will be the ideal and reliable companion to take you

everywhere and give you freedom around your home or work place, even in tight spaces. The footrests lower to oor level and the

back lifts up, making it easy for you to get up. Making the chair mobile avoids major, even exhausting efforts, and allows sustained

activity without getting tired, especially without the risk of falling.

Users must follow general safety and use instructions. Benoît Systèmes reserves the right to change the product specications

without prior notice.

In this manual, hazard statements are indicated by symbols. These symbols are accompanied by a warning indicating the risk level.

WARNING

Indicates a dangerous situation that, if not avoided, is likely to cause severe or even fatal injuries.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, is likely to cause minor or slight injuries.

Gives advice, recommendations and useful information for efcient, problem-free use.

Use of this motorised chair is recommended in cases of total or partial inability to get around at home or at work.

Mobili Kit suits people with reduced mobility, following balance disorders or cachexia, spasms or joint injuries, illness, heart failure

and circulatory decit, a stroke, brain damage, neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease, the loss or

deformity of a limb.

In some situations, the required conditions must take into account all the factors for which the Mobili Kit motor unit provides a

relevant response. A PM&R physician (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation), assisted by an occupational therapist or physiotherapist,

will assess the suitability of the adaptable solution for the patient's condition and environment, as well as their physical and

cognitive abilities. A validation test could be performed in the presence of the multidisciplinary team and the patient. The purpose

of this test will be to conrm suitability between:

• The patient's physical and cognitive abilities, which must enable them to operate the equipment safely,

• The equipment itself in response to the need to compensate for the disability in this case.

Users must be mentally and physically capable of using a control unit to operate a motorised chair and its features safely.

This equipment is designed for use indoors and over short at distances outdoors, given that some of its features may be restricted

outdoors.

Benoît Systèmes considers a service life of ve years as long as the product is used for its intended purpose and obeying use, safety

and maintenance instructions. However, this service life can be exceeded when the product is serviced and maintained carefully

and used cautiously, appropriate to its technical specications.

The service life may also be considerably shortened following extreme or inappropriate use. The service life set by our company

does not constitute an additional guarantee.

For any question about the use, servicing or safety of your equipment, contact your dealer. If you have any other questions, you can

write to or telephone:

Benoît Systèmes, 7 Rue du Pont, 21450 Billy-Lès-Chanceaux, France

Tel: +33 (0)380 965 125 / Fax: +33 (0)380 965 357

e[email protected]

Please avoid using the Mobili Kit before receiving instrucons about the equipment from an approved

dealer.

INTENDED USE

Meaning of symbols appearing on the labels

Symbols used in this manual

Indications

Classification

Service life

Read operang instruconscarefully- indicates the need for the user to read

operating and safety instructions carefully

Date of manufacture DD/MM/YYYY

Serial number

Indoor use

Autonomy capacity

Maximum user weight

Maximum speed

This product has been supplied by an environmentally conscious manufacturer. This

product may contain substances that are harmful to the environment if it is stored in

a locaon (exchange) that does not comply with the applicable legislaon.

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The "crossed out bin" symbol is placed on this product to encourage recycling

where possible.

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Please protect the environment by having this product recycled at the end of its

life at a recycling centre.

The company producing the packaging has paid a fee to Eco Emballage.

CE marking in accordance withAnnex XII ofthe European Direcve 93/42/

EEC

Complies withthe EuropeanRoHS Direcve, whichstands for "Restriconof

use of certainHazardous Substances"and aims to reduce the use of hazardous

substances inthe manufacture of electronic equipment.

BENOIT SYSTEMES

120 Kg

MOBILI KIT

4 Km/h

9 to 11 Km

INDOOR

7, rue du Pont

21450 - BILLY-LÈS-CHANCEAUX

www.benoitsystemes.com

Code UDI-DI/ 37 60 344 29 01 05

MADE IN FRANCE

Mobility is a balance between quality of life and socialisation. MOBILI KIT thus offers a tailor-made solution to people with reduced

mobility, enabling them to reduce and compensate for their disability, to gain independence in their daily activities, to modulate

effort, to avoid unnecessary fatigue and to prevent falls. By choosing the right seat that the user used to seat, this indoor motorised

chair adapts perfectly to his disability and morphology.

CLINICAL BENEFITS

Contents SPECIFICATIONS OF MOBILI KIT

WARNING

It is prohibited to modify this equipment with the manufacturer's authorisation.

General view of the equipment

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Components

The Mobili Kit has several parts:

Mobili Kit can be adjusted in three directions: front, back and depth. In this way, the

equipment's dimensions can be altered to adapt and adjust it to different sized chairs (a

chair with 4 separate legs must be chosen).

PLATFORM

SPECIFICATIONS OF MOBILI KIT ............................................................................................ 5

General view of the equipment ........................................................................................... 5

Technical specicaons......................................................................................................... 5

Components............................................................................................................................. 5

OPERATING PRACTICES ......................................................................................................... 8

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................. 9

Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 9

Performance checks............................................................................................................... 9

Waste management .............................................................................................................10

Troubleshoong ....................................................................................................................11

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE.................................................................................................. 13

SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................. 14

General safety instrucons.................................................................................................14

Safety informaon about the electrical system.............................................................15

Safety recommendaons about electromagnec compability ................................15

Safety informaon about installaon...............................................................................15

Safety informaon about operaon.................................................................................16

Important legal informaon for the user of this product.............................................16

Safety informaon about maintenance ...........................................................................16

Safety informaon about modicaons made to the equipment .............................16

Safety informaon about using the baery and charger.............................................17

Important informaon about the maintenance tools...................................................18

GUARANTEE......................................................................................................................... 18

Terms and condions...........................................................................................................18

Limitaon of liability.............................................................................................................18

Checks performed ................................................................................................................18

Weight of the equipment 20 kg

Minimum dimensions 58 x 41 x 23 cm

Maximum weight of user*130 kg

Maximum speed 4 kph

Maximum safe slope 3° (approx. 5%)

Maximum crossable obstacle height 2 cm (with run-up)

Possible dimensions of the plaorm based on

chosen chair

Adjustable:

- From 25 to 75 cm at the front

- From 25 to 68 cm at the rear

- From 32 to 67 cm deep

* If you exceed this limit, you might damage the chassis or fastenings of your equipment, which could cause serious injuries

for you or someone else.

Mobili Kit is tted with solid wheels (not inatable) on the front and rear,

to facilitate moving about indoors.

They require no maintenance.

The electric tipping system is operated using the control unit. It is possible not only to adjust the height of the footrests and to lower

them to the oor but also, if necessary, to raise or lower the back of the chair to help you get up or sit down.

For safety reasons, a strap kit is supplied to secure the chair.

Your Benoît Systèmes approved dealer will have told you about tting them and using them.

WHEELS

CONTROL UNIT

FOOTREST LOWERING AND CHAIR-BACK RAISING SYSTEM

CHAIR SECURING STRAP KIT

The battery is supplied partially charged. Please charge it fully before each use.

Only use original batteries. We decline all liability for damage caused by using other batteries not supplied by us.

A 24 V Mascot charger is supplied with the baery.

We recommend using the securing straps whenever the motorised chair is

used.

Chair with bars Chair without bars:

use the side rails

Mobili Kit is tted with two independent motors, one on each front wheel, managed electronically by connection to a control unit

and powered by a 9Ah Lithium battery.

MOTORS

Lithium-ion battery 9 Ah, 227 Wh

Weight 3 kg

Battery life 4 days

Charging time 3–4 hr

Service life When the battery is empty

1000 cycles (approx. 4 years)

* Battery life can vary depending on the ambient temperature, use of the chair lifting function

and type of ground.

The Mobili Kit control unit controls direction, speed and jack of the motorised chair. It

can be tted on the right or left and is height-adjustable.

The 'Start/Stop' button delivers power to the electronic components: of the control

system, which in turn power the motors and jack.

The audible warning allows the user to signal their presence in their environment in case

of difculties, obstacles or danger.

The speed control buttons increase or decrease the speed of the equipment (from 1 to

5).

The jack function is used to lower the footrests and raise the back of the chair.

The joystick is used to controls the chair's movements.

By pressing the 'jack' button, the joystick then initiates two movements: lowering the

footrests and raising the back of the chair.

OPERATING PRACTICES

Before making your rst journey, you should familiarise yourself with operation of the motorised chair and all the accessories.

Take your time to test all the functions and operating modes.

PROPERLY SEATED = SAFE OPERATION

Before each journey, check that:

• You are seated so as to have access to all the controls.

• The battery sufciently charged for the journey you're planning to make.

• The chair securing straps are correctly tted.

Start moving by pressing the 'Start/Stop' button on the control unit once. This turns the power on. Pressing this button again turns

off and deactivates the control unit. Any problem is signalled by ashing indicator lights on the control unit, preventing movement

of the motorised chair.

The direction and speed are controlled by the joystick. Although the control system is relatively easy to use, a little practice will be

needed to control the motorised chair properly at different speeds.

To move, just push the joystick in the direction you want to go. The joystick's distance from its neutral position determines the

speed and radius of curvature of movement.

When the joystick is released it returns to the neutral position (central) automatically, the motorised chair's movement stops and

the brakes are applied.

The speed the motorised chair can reach is set by the speed regulator. The user can select one of 5possible speeds.

The speed is adjusted using the or buttons: 5 LEDs tell you the speed selected. When the 5 orange LEDs are lit, the

maximum power is available (max 4kph).

When the equipment is used very intensively, the safety cut-out device for the motors is tripped. In this case, the equipment stops.

You have to wait 2 or 3 minutes before the initial power is restored.

If you push the joystick forwards:

First the footrests are lowered then the back of the chair is raised (you can stop this movement at

any time by releasing the joystick).

Comment: it is not possible to move when the footrests are on the oor. The speed indicator LEDs ash

to remind you to raise the footrests before moving forward.

If you push the joystick backwards, the equipment returns to its original position and the footrests

are raised.

To return to movement mode, press one of the two 'jack' or 'speed control' buttons.

How to move about?

For opmal comfort, remember to install a small ramp to cross obstacles.

How is transfer assistance used?

Press one of the two jack buttons marked with the chair symbol on the control unit: two orange LEDs light up when this function

is activated.

How to brake?

To prevent any uncontrolled movement of the motorised chair, the motors are ed with automac brakes that are applied under

the following condions:

• The start/stop switch is in the 'stop' posion.

• The start/stop switch is in the 'start' posion and the joysck is in the neutral posion.

The brake is released automatically as soon as the chair starts moving, as the joystick is out of the neutral position.

The safest and simplest way to stop your equipment is to release the joystick. This will bring the motorised chair to a controlled

stop. If the power supply fails, the brakes are operated automatically.

When you need to push the motorised chair by hand, if it breaks down or in an emergency, the brakes must be disengaged. You

must turn off the power supply rst. A disengage button is located at the back of each motor and you just have to turn the button

1½ turns clockwise to disengage each brake. In this conguration, it is no longer possible to move with the equipment. The speed

indicator LEDs ash to tell you the motors are stopped.

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

The use should regularly check the condition of the equipment to ensure it is used safely.

After having cleaned or repaired the motor unit, you must always check it is working correctly before using it.

• Turn in the manual control – Do the indicator lights ash? If they do, this means there is a problem in the electronic system.

• Test the parking brake on a at surface with clear space of at least 1m around the motorised chair: connect the control unit,

check that the battery indicator remains lit or ashes slowly; after a second, push the joystick gently forward until you hear the

parking brakes activate (it is possible that the vertical will move forward), then immediately release the joystick.

• Repeat the test a further three times, pushing the joystick gently back, left and right.

• Activate all the electrical options, including the audible warning, to conrm they are working correctly.

• Use the motor unit in all operating modes to conrm that it functions as before.

It is recommended that the items shown in the table are inspected at the stated intervals.

Your approved dealer should repair or replace loose, worn, distorted or damaged parts before using your motor unit.

PERFORMANCE CHECKS

Maintenance

CAUTION

It is important to follow the maintenance schedule for the equipment to keep it in good condition.

CAUTION

If in doubt about the performance of your motor unit, contact

your approved dealer.

WARNING

Never wash your Mobili Kit using a hose or pressure washer.

WARNING

Ensure that the control unit is switched off and that the plug of the control unit is disconnected. Wash the control unit

carefully. Never use abrasive or alcohol-based detergents.

Wheels

• Inspect the wheels before each use. Damaged wheels can reduce grip, which could lead to losing control of your motorised

chair. The wheels should be changed as soon as signs of wear or deterioraon appear.

• Removing and reng the wheels are crucial operaons for safety. Please contact your approved dealer if you have to replace

them.

Inspection of the chair used

A worn seat can cause poor posture or discomfort for the user.

Cleaning the controls

Clean the control unit using a cloth moistened with dilute detergent.

Cleaning the motor unit

• Once a week, run a vacuum cleaner around the wheels, to remove all accumulated dust. Remember to wipe the motor unit dry

if it is wet or damp aer having cleaned it or if it has picked up water or moisture during use.

Jack

buons

1110

• The equipment's packaging goes to recycled materials.

• The metal parts go to old metal recycling.

• The plastic parts go to plastic recycling.

• The electrical parts and printed circuits go to electronic waste.

• Worn out or damaged batteries are taken back by your medical equipment shop of by Benoît Systèmes.

• Waste should be managed in accordance with the appropriate national legal requirements in force.

• Ask your local authority for information about suitable local rms.

Correct maintenance will improve your motor unit's performance and extend its service life, as well as reducing the risk of an

accident.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

Maintenance and inspection programme Daily* Monthly Quarterly Annually

If necessary, check the baery charge indicator and the

charger

Check that the joysck on the control unit is neither

distorted nor damaged

Check that all the parts and components are rmly

aached

Test the motor brake

Inspect the condion of the fastenings and wheels

Check that the joysck is securely xed

Inspect the condion of the seat you use

Inspect all the bolts, nuts and fastenings to conrm

they are not damaged or loose. Contact your dealer.

Full inspecon, safety check and service performed by

a Benoît Systèmes approved dealer

* Every day, before each use

TROUBLESHOOTING

The control unit dashboard is not lit or ashes

Possible causes Soluons

Baery incorrectly locked in place Slightly remove the baery and re-engage it, then posion the elasc

Cable of the control unit poorly connected

or damaged Check the connecon, condion of the cable

Problem with the red connectors Check the connectors are in good condion and the contacts correctly posioned

Baery fault Refer to the secon about the baery

Fault in a component of the motor unit Count the number of LEDs ashing and contact your approved dealer

Contact was made when the joysck was

not in the neutral posion Break the contact and turn on again

It is impossible to move the jack Stop the motor unit to be able to operate the jack

(the brakes must be on to use the jack)

The dashboard lights up normally but the motor unit doesn't work

Possible causes Soluons

The footrests are on the oor Raise the footrests using the jack

The brakes are disengaged Turn the disengage buon anclockwise

The power seng is too low Increase the power

An obstacle is in front of the front or rear

wheels of the equipment Clear all obstacles from the environment

One or both drive belts are damaged Contact your approved dealer

The motor unit is making a noise

Possible causes Soluons

A motor is faulty Contact your approved dealer

A bearing is faulty Contact your approved dealer

Some adjusng screws are loose Tighten the screws

The baery unit is not supplying current

Possible causes Soluons

Baery discharged Recharge it

Charger faulty Contact your approved dealer

A connecon is faulty Check the terminals and connecons

Dilapidated baery Contact your approved dealer and replace it.

1312

JOYSTICK FAULT CODE INDICATOR TRANSPORT AND STORAGE

TRANSPORT

There follows a reminder so that you can keep the adjustment

procedures for each chair used, in which you'll nd the

adjustment matching the original packaging.

For transport, it is best to:

Remove the footrests.

Disconnect the control unit and remove it with the tube.

Remove the chair securing straps then remove the chair.

Remove the battery.

If necessary, remove the front and rear chair brackets by

loosening the two screws D and 2 screws E (refer to the

installation manual).

If necessary, remove the protective cover using the 3

knobs and loosen the 4 screws A by two turns (refer to the

installation manual), then move the front wheels apart to

remove the footrests.

Tighten the 4 screws A, then ret the protective cover.

The platform can be stored or transported easily.

Special transport conditions: the equipment can be transported

by road, rail, sea or air.

CAUTION

Before making your journey, contact the carrier.

The organiser will provide information about any specic

conditions/instructions.

Check that the removable parts of the equipment are securely

attached or separately packed and labelled to avoid them being

mislaid during loading and unloading.

Take this manual with you.

The 9Ah battery is compatible with air transport under current

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.

STORAGE

If the motor unit is not used for a prolonged period (more than

a week), you should prepare it for storage in order to extend its

service life and the battery lifetime.

Follow these instrucons:

• We recommend storing the motor unit at a temperature of

15°C and avoid extreme temperatures in order to extend the

service life of the motor unit and batteries.

• The components are tested and approved for greater

temperature ranges, described below:

* The range of temperatures permitted for storing the

motor unit is between –40°C and +65°C.

* The range of temperatures permitted for storing the

batteries is between –25°C and +65°C.

Nonetheless, to guarantee long battery life, we recommend

storing them at a temperature of 15°C.

• The batteries must always be fully charged before being put

into storage.

• For prolonged storage, the battery rack must be connected

to the charger supplied every 3 months and fully recharged,

to guarantee the operating capacity of the equipment.

• Store them in a dry, well-ventilated environment protected

from outside inuences.

• The battery used is lithium-ion type that, if handled correctly,

does not leak and is maintenance-free.

WARNING

Never store your equipment:

• Outdoors.

• In direct light (the plastic components can discolour).

• Close to a source of direct heat.

• In a damp environment.

• In a cold environment.

• With the battery connected (even if the control unit is turned

off).

CAUTION

Aer an extended storage period at low temperature (–25°C), it

is possible for the motor to turn itself o aer being turned on;

this situaon may persist for about 2 minutes, aer which the

product funcons normally.

By following the instructions above, you will avoid complete

discharge cycles of the batteries and will extend the operating

life of the batteries when the equipment is returned to service.

This diagnosis is only for guidance but once the fault code is seen, please contact your Benoît Systèmes

approved dealer or our aer-sales service: sav@benoitsystemes.com

Low baery voltage

Le motor faulty

Problem in le motor wiring

Right motor faulty

Charger connected

Possible problem in control system

Problem in right motor wiring

Possible joysck problem

Possible brake problem

High baery voltage

Communicaon problem

1 LED

2 LEDs

3 LEDs

4 LEDs

6 LEDs

8 LEDs

5 LEDs

7 LEDs

9 LEDs

10 LEDs

7 LEDs + speed

8 LEDs + jack LED

CONTROL UNIT

to diagnose

the fault

look HERE

VR2 joystick fault code indicator

1514

SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury

Inappropriate use of the motorised chair can result in smoke or

sparks being emitted, and heat may be given off.

A re is likely to cause damage to the equipment or serious,

even fatal, injuries.

• The motor unit must NOT be used for any purpose other

than that for which it is designed.

• If the motor unit begins to emit smoke, sparks or heat, stop

using it and have it checked IMMEDIATELY.

WARNING

Risk of injury or damage associated with short-circuits

The pins of the connectors tted to the cables connected to the

power module can remain live even when the system is stopped.

• Cables tted with active pins must be connected, retained

or covered (using non-conductive materials) so as not to be

exposed to human contact nor to materials likely to cause

short-circuits.

• When cables tted with active pins have to be disconnected

(e.g. to disconnect the bus cable from the control unit for

safety reasons), ensure the pins or retained or covered (using

non-conductive materials).

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury

Corrosion of electrical components due to exposure to water or

liquids can result in damage to the equipment or serious, even

fatal, injuries.

• Reduce the exposure of electrical components to water and/

or liquids.

• Electrical components damaged by corrosion MUST be

replaced immediately.

• Motor units frequently exposed to water/liquids can require

electrical components to be replaced more frequently.

WARNING

Risk of serious, even fatal, injury

Failure to take note of these warnings can cause an electrical

discharge resulting in serious or fatal injuries, or damage to the

electrical system.

• The POSITIVE (+) RED cable from the battery MUST be

connected to the POSITIVE (+) terminals/poles of the

battery.

• The NEGATIVE (–) BLACK cable from the battery MUST

be connected to the NEGATIVE (–) terminals/poles of the

battery.

• Ensure that tools and/or cables are NEVER in contact with

BOTH poles of the battery at the same time. This could

cause an electrical discharge and damage to the equipment

or serious, even fatal, injuries.

• Immediately replace cable(s) where the insulating cover is

damaged, the cable(s) frayed or the lead(s) cut.

• Do NOT remove the fuse nor the fastenings for the red

POSITIVE (+) cable from the battery and the tting screw.

CAUTION

Risk of damage to the motorised chair

A fault in the electrical system can cause unusual behaviour.

• In the event of a fault, turn the control unit off and back on

again.

• If the problem persists, disconnect or remove the battery

unit.

• If in doubt or for any question, don't hesitate to contact your

dealer.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ABOUT ELECTROMAGNETIC

COMPATIBILITY

WARNING

Risk of incorrect operation following electromagnetic emissions

• Do not use a portable transmitter nor communication device

(radio devices or mobile telephones) or, as applicable, do not

use them while the motorised chair is in use.

• Avoid going near powerful radio or television transmitters.

• If your motorised chair should start moving by itself, or if the

brakes happen to be released, turn the equipment off.

• Adding electrical or other accessories or modifying the

equipment risks making it subject to electromagnetic

emissions/faults. Taken into account the fact that there

is no really safe method to determine the effect of such

modications on the resistance to interference.

• Report to the manufacturer all undesirable movements

of the motorised chair that occur, even the electric brakes

being released.

SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT INSTALLATION

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury

Prolonged use of a motor unit while not adjusted to comply with

the specications risk causing the motorised chair to become

unstable and causing damage to the equipment or serious, even

fatal, injuries.

• Performance adjustments must only be made by persons

trained and authorised by Benoît Systèmes, who fully

understand this process and the user's capabilities.

• After adjusting the motorised chair, ensure that it operates

according to the parameters dened during the installation

procedure. If the motorised chair does not operate according

to the parameters, turn it off IMMEDIATELY and re-enter

the installation parameters. If the motor unit continues not

operating correctly, contact Benoît Systèmes.

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury

Inadequately tightened or missing fastenings can cause the

motorised chair to become unstable, resulting in damage to the

equipment or serious, even fatal, injuries.

• After ANY adjustment, repair or maintenance and before

use, ensure that all the fastenings are tted and suitably

tightened.

CAUTION

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious injury

• When adjusting the position of the control unit, always

ensure all screws are correctly tightened

• In the event of a problem adjusting the control unit,

immediately turn off the motor unit's electronic system at

the control unit.

CAUTION

Pinch points can arise when making adjustments

Be careful of your ngers.

CAUTION

Check all the cables!

General safety instructions

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury if

the control unit is used incorrectly.

• Undertake a test session with a healthcare professional

before using a joystick.

• If you are not used to taking control by using a joystick,

travel slowly and rst familiarise yourself with the operating

and directional characteristics of the motorised chair on a

at, unobstructed route.

DANGER

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury.

• Dropping lighted cigarettes onto a padded seating system

can start a re likely to cause damage to the equipment or

serious, even fatal, injuries.

• The occupants of a motorised chair are more particularly

exposed to a risk of serious or even fatal injury associated

with such res and the resulting smoke, as they are not

always able to get away from the motorised chair – Do not

smoke when using this motorised chair.

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury.

• Inappropriate supervision or maintenance may result in

damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injuries,

following suffocation or ingestion of parts or materials.

• It is essential for children, pets or people with physical

disabilities/learning difculties to be supervised closely.

• Don't allow children or anyone else to use your equipment.

WARNING

Risk of injury if the equipment is used for a purpose other than

that described in this manual.

• The motor unit must be used in accordance with the

manufacturer's instructions. It must not be used for a

purpose other than that for which it is designed. Pay special

attention to the safety instructions.

WARNING

Risk of damage or injury if the motorised chair is started

unintentionally.

• Do NOT sit on the motorised chair while adjusting it.

• Disconnect the power supply to the motorised chair before

getting onto it, getting off it or handling objects.

• The brake disengagement mechanism must only be used in

an emergency situation and if the power supply is lost.

• Do not push the motorised chair by hand when the brakes

are applied and when the power supply is disconnected.

• Don't forget to reapply the brakes before putting the

motorised chair back into use.

WARNING

Risk of falling from the motorised chair

• Take the time to chose a suitable chair in which you can sit

comfortably (stufng, comfort cushion, armrests, takes up

little space)

• Do not move forward on the seat, do not lean forward and

do not stretch backwards beyond the top of the seat-back,

such as to reach an object.

• The chair must not be lifted while the user is seated on the

chair.

WARNING

Risk of injury if operated under the inuence of drugs or alcohol

• Never operate if you are under the inuence of drugs or

alcohol. If necessary, ask for help from someone else with

appropriate physical and mental abilities.

WARNING

Risk of injury if the contact is broken while the motorised chair

is moving, such as after operating the start/stop button or

disconnecting a cable, leading to the chair stopping suddenly

and violently

• Never operate the stop button nor disconnect a cable while

the motorised chair is moving, except in an emergency,

because it stops suddenly.

• If you have to brake in an emergency, simply let go of the

joystick to stop the motor unit.

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious injury

• Storing or using the motor unit close to a naked ame or

ammable products can result in damage to the equipment

or serious injuries.

• To ensure the equipment is reliable, avoid exposing it to

extreme conditions, heat or humidity.

• Never store your electric motorised chair outdoors.

• To lift the equipment, with or without the chair, use only the

accessory tubes.

CAUTION

Risk of injury if the maximum permitted load is exceeded

• Do not exceed the maximum permitted load (refer to the

Technical Specications section).

• The motorised chair is only designed to accommodate a

single occupant with a maximum weight not exceeding the

maximum permitted load for this equipment. Never use the

motorised chair to transport several people.

CAUTION

Risk of injury in the event of inappropriate handling or fall of

heavy parts

• During maintenance operations or when you are lifting

certain parts of the equipment, consider the weight of each

component, particularly the batteries. Ensure you always

adopt the correct posture and don't hesitate to ask for help.

CAUTION

Risk of injury caused by moving parts

• Ensure that the moving parts of the motorised chair, such

as the wheels or joystick, do not cause injuries, particularly

when children are present.

CAUTION

Risk of re or fault when connecting electrical equipment

• Do not connect your motorised chair to any equipment that

has not been explicitly permitted by Benoît Systèmes. Rely

on your Benoît Systèmes approved dealer for all electrical

installations.

SAFETY AND HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS

1716

Damage caused to the cables of the motorised chair can cause

safety problems and must be reported immediately to an

approved service technician.

SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT OPERATION

DANGER

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury.

• Adapt your speed to the environment in which you are

travelling.

• The motor unit must not be operated when the chair is in an

inclined position or if the footrests are pressing on the oor.

Any malfunction of the control unit is liable to result in

unexpected/erratic movements leading to damage to the

equipment or serious, even fatal, injuries.

• If an unexpected/erratic movement occurs, stop using

the motorised chair immediately and contact a qualied

technician.

• It is important that the joystick is replaced if it is damaged or

weakened, as this could damage the control unit.

WARNING

Risk of injury if the motorised chair tips over.

• Refer to the technical specications (maximum safe slope)

• As far as possible, avoid use on slippery, icy or oily surfaces

when there is a risk of losing control of the motorised chair. If

you cannot avoid travelling over such surfaces, move slowly

and with the greatest care.

• Ensure that there are no objects in your path likely to damage

the mechanism of your motorised chair.

• Never try to go over an obstacle when moving

• Avoid passing over thresholds more than 20mm high while

moving forward so as not to threaten your stability, and

remember to arrange for a slope, if necessary.

• When you cross obstacles, always stay within the maximum

obstacle height (refer to the Technical Specications section).

• Never try to go down a series of steps with your motorised

chair.

• Avoid making sudden movements of the control unit or

sudden changes of direction while the motorised chair is

moving.

• Never use the motorised chair to transport several people.

• Do not exceed the maximum total permitted load (refer to

the Technical Specications section).

• Remember that the motorised chair brakes or accelerates

when you change the speed of travel while the chair is

moving.

• Never use the function to raise the back of the chair on a

sloping surface.

• It is strictly forbidden to stand on the footrests. If you have

to stand on the footrests to get on or off the chair, lower

them and rest them on the oor.

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious injury

Incorrect positioning when you lean forward or to the side can

cause the motorised chair to tip over and cause serious injuries

or damage to the equipment.

• To ensure your motorised chair remains stable and operates

correctly, you must always maintain correct balance. Your

motor unit has been designed to remain upright and stable

during normal daily activities, as long as you do NOT go

outside the centre of gravity.

• Don't try to lean forward to pick up objects on the oor.

WARNING

Risk of injury if your foot slips off the footrests and is jammed

under the motorised chair while it is moving.

• Before starting the motorised chair, ensure that your feet

rest correctly on the footrest plates.

WARNING

Risk of injury if you collide with an obstacle while passing

through narrow passageways such as doors and entrances.

• Pass through narrow passageways at the slowest speed of

travel and with the greatest care.

IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION FOR THE USER OF THIS

PRODUCT

Incidents due to malfunctions of the equipment resulting in

serious injury must be reported

to the manufacturer and to the competent authority in which

the user is located.

IN FRANCE

· Manufacturer: Benoit Systèmes, 7 rue du Pont

21450 BILLY-LES-CHANCEAUX

· Competent

authority: ANSM, 143 Boulevard Anatole France 93200 SAINT-

DENIS

WITHIN EU MEMBER STATES

· Your dealer

· National authorities responsible for incidents with medical

devices

Herebelow the contact list of EU competent authorities : https://

health.ec.europa.eu/medical-devices-sector/new-regulations/

contacts_en

OUTSIDE EU MEMBER STATES

· Your dealer

SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE

DANGER

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injury.

Incorrect repair and/or maintenance of this motorised chair by

users/carers or by unqualied technicians are liable to result in

damage to the equipment or serious, even fatal, injuries.

• Do NOT undertake ANY maintenance task other than

those described in this user manual. These repairs and/or

maintenance MUST be carried out by a qualied technician.

Contact a Benoît Systèmes dealer or technician.

CAUTION

Risk of accident and loss of guarantee if incorrect maintenance

performed

• For safety reasons and to avoid accidents related to

unnoticed past wear, it is vital that this motor unit should be

checked once a year under normal use conditions.

• If used as part of medical care where the users of the

motorised chair change frequently, it may prove appropriate

to perform interim checks on the brakes, accessories and

bearing components.

Safety information about modifications made to the

equipment

WARNING

Risk of damage to the equipment or serious injury

Using or replacing (maintenance) unsuitable parts is liable to

result in injuries or damage to the equipment.

• Spare parts used MUST be Benoît Systèmes original parts.

• Ensure you always quote the serial number of the equipment

when you order spare parts.

CAUTION

Using unapproved components or accessories is liable to result

in injuries or to damage the motor unit.

Using accessories and parts not approved by Benoît Systèmes

may alter the stability of the motorised chair to tipping and

increase the risk of it tipping over.

• Use only accessories and parts approved by Benoît Systèmes

for this equipment.

• Electrical and electronic components not approved by Benoît

Systèmes for this motor unit are liable to cause res and

electromagnetic damage.

• Use only electrical and electronic components approved by

Benoît Systèmes for this equipment.

Batteries not approved by Benoît Systèmes for this motor unit

are liable to cause chemical burns.

• Use only batteries approved by Benoît Systèmes for this

equipment.

Safety information about using the battery and

charger

Only use original batteries. We decline all liability for damage

caused by using other batteries not supplied by Benoît Systèmes.

WARNING

Risk of explosion and destruction of batteries if the wrong

charger is used.

• Only use the charger supplied by Benoît Systèmes.

WARNING

Risk of injury by electrocution and destruction of the charger if

it is wet.

• The charger is designed for indoor use only and must be

protected against moisture.

• Always charge in a dry environment. Do not expose the

Mobili Kit with the battery unit tted to moisture (water,

rain, snow) during charging. Never charge the battery in

rooms exposed to moisture.

• To avoid overheating, the charger should be put in a well-

ventilated place where air can circulate and should not be

covered.

• If condensation occurs, you should wait for the condensation

to evaporate to use the charger.

• Do not use the charger plug and/or mains plug when they

are wet or dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry cloth before

plugging them in.

WARNING

Risk of injury by short-circuit and electrocution if the charger is

damaged.

• Do not use the charger if it has suffered an impact or if it

is damaged. Contact your Benoît Systèmes approved dealer.

• Do not dismantle and do not modify the charger.

• The charger must not be used by young children.

• Place the charger safely in a stable position on a at surface.

• Protect the mains cable and charging cable to prevent

someone treading on or tripping over them.

• When charging is nished, rst ensure the charger plug is

removed from the socket and then remove the charging plug

from the battery rack.

WARNING

Risk of damage to the charger

• Never carry the charger by its mains cable or its charging

cable

• Never pull on the mains cable to unplug the charger.

• Unplug the charger when charging is completed.

WARNING

Risk of electrical discharge and damage to the batteries.

• NEVER recharge the batteries by connecting the cables

directly to the battery terminals.

WARNING

Risk of re and injury by electrocution if used incorrectly

• Only use an extension lead if it is absolutely essential. If so,

rst ensure that it is on perfect condition.

• Never charge the battery rack alongside or near ammable

liquids or gases.

• Keep the battery rack away from re.

WARNING

Risk of injury if the motorised chair is used while charging

batteries

• Do NOT try to recharge the batteries and use the motorised

chair at the same time.

• Do NOT remain seated in the motorised chair while charging

the batteries.

CAUTION

Risk of damage to the batteries

• Check the battery charge indicator. Put the battery on charge

after each use. The rate the batteries discharge depends

on many factors such as ambient temperature, ground

conditions, the user's weight and operating style.

• Using the motorised chair with the red indicator lights

ashing places an extreme load on the battery and should be

avoided under normal circumstances.

• The more a battery operates under difcult conditions, the

shorter its life expectancy.

• Never charge the battery rack at temperatures below 0°C or

above 40°C.

• Do not immerse the battery rack in water.

• Store the battery rack in a cool dry place, away from moisture

and dust. Avoid storing the battery rack in the boot of cars

parked in the sun.

CAUTION

• Under weather conditions at –25°C, the battery indicator

light can uctuate in value but stabilises after 2 to 3minutes.

• Never charge the battery at temperatures below zero: wait

for it to get warmer after returning from a winter stroll.

WARNING

Risk of injury when handling batteries.

• Do not puncture or drill into the battery. Only a qualied

technician can carry out this work safely.

• Never place the battery rack on your thighs. If they are damp,

currant can pass and could cause burns.

CAUTION

1918

Risk of corrosion and burns from a leak of acid if the batteries are damaged.

• Immediately take off any clothing soiled by the acid.

• In the event of contact with the skin, immediately wash the affected area thoroughly with water.

• In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes under running water for several minutes and see a doctor.

Scrapping worn out or damaged batteries: First contact your approved retailer or Benoît Systèmes directly, as sending lithium

batteries by post is strictly regulated.

CE marking

• Conformity was assessed and CE marking applied in compliance with Directive 93/42/EEC and only applies to the complete

product.

• CE marking is invalidated if components or accessories are replaced or added without having been approved by Benoît Systèmes

for this product.

Important information about the maintenance tools

• Certain maintenance tasks described in the maintenance manual that can be performed by the user without problems require

the use of appropriate tools. If you don't have these tools, we advise you not to perform these maintenance tasks. If necessary,

we recommend contacting an approved specialist repair company immediately.

GUARANTEE

The guarantee period for the motor unit, battery and charger is 24months from the invoice date. To make a claim against the

guarantee, just make a note of the serial number of your equipment shown on the rst page of this manual and contact your

approved dealer or Benoît Systèmes.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

The guarantee is only valid if the product is used under the specied conditions and for the use for which it is designed.

The guarantee may not be applied if the product requires repair or replacement for one of the following reasons:

a) The motor unit, or one of its parts, has not been maintained according to the manufacturer's recommendations, as stated in the

User Manual, or parts other than those specied for this equipment are used.

b) The motor unit, or one of its parts, was damaged as a result of negligence, an accident or inappropriate use.

c) The motor unit, or one of its parts, has been converted or repaired before notifying the after-sales service department.

This guarantee is limited to the free-of-charge repair or replacement of parts recognised as faulty in the manufacturer's workshops

or those of its representative (including labour and carriage). This repair may be performed using new parts of standard exchange

parts, depending on the assessment made by the manufacturer or its representative.

Work carried out under the guarantee does not extend the guarantee.

LIMITS OF LIABILITY

Benoît Systèmes declines all liability for damaged related to:

• Failure to comply with the user manual

• Incorrect or improper use of the equipment

• Normal wear and tear

• Inappropriate storage of the equipment

• Incorrect assembly or dismantling by the purchaser or other parties

• Technical modications on and in the equipment

• Unauthorised modications and/or use of spare parts not manufactured or recommended by Benoît Systèmes.

CHECKS PERFORMED

The purpose of this section is to help you maintain a log of servicing and repairs performed on your equipment.

In particular, this information can be used by your after-sales service agent; this manual should therefore be handed to the agent

with the equipment at each service or repair.

The technician who performs the work will complete this section and return to manual to you. Our equipment undergoes the most

rigorous testing to guarantee that it meets our requirements for comfort, safety and durability.

MODEL MOBILI KIT

SERIAL NUMBER

Year 1 2 3 4 5

Date

Control unit

Horn

Start/Stop buon

Output plug

Joysck

Brakes

Conguraon of the unit

Baery

Level

Connecons

Charge level

Wheels

Wear

Bearings

Wheel nuts

Motors

Cabling

Connecons

Noise

Brakes

Frame

Tightening of all screws

Condion

Steering

Electrical equipment

Connecons

Running test

Forwards

Backwards

Emergency stop

Turn le

Turn right

Climb/descend

Crossing an obstacle

Parking brake

Comment: use only Benoît Systèmes spare parts for servicing and repairs

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