Veigel COMPACT II Manuale utente

COMPACT II HAND CONTROL

OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL

N o r t h A m e r i c aNor t h A m e r i c a

Part Number 54693

Revision C

09/15

WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Fa lure to follow these nstruct ons could cause the dr ver to lose control of the veh cle

result ng n a ser ous acc dent and ser ous njury or death.

Read th s Manual Before Us ng Hand Control

This manual contains important procedures and required safety information for operatin a vehicle

equipped with the Vei el Compact II Hand Control.

You must read and understand this entire manual before drivin any vehicle that has a hand control

installed.

You must understand and follow all safety instructions in this manual when operatin the vehicle.

Unimpaired drivers who drive the vehicle with out usin the hand control must also read this manual to

be able to operate the vehicle safely.

To summarize:

• Read these instructions before drivin any vehicle with a hand control

• Follow all instructions

• Heed all warnin s and cautions

• Keep these instructions in the vehicle so they may be read by any vehicle operator

before use

Must be Installed w th Veh cles w th Automat c Transm ss on Only

The Vei el Compact II Hand Control is desi ned and indented o ly for use with automatic transmission

equipped vehicles.

Must be Profess onally Installed

The Vei el Compact II Hand Control must be installed by a professionally trained technician only.

Service and adjustments must be made by trained maintenance personnel.

Please keep this manual, and the Installation manual that come with the hand control, in your vehicle. Make

both manuals available for use by service personnel when ever adjustments or repairs are made to the hand

control.

IMPORTANT

Observe and obey all nstruct ons n th s manual. Otherw se, the manufacturer’s warranty w ll be vo d.

Vei el cannot accept liability for problems caused by ne lect or non-observance of these instructions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

SAFETY DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

PARTS AND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

BEFORE USING THE HAND CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

GET FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HAND CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

BEFORE EACH DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

BASIC USER INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

ACCELERATOR AND SLOWING DOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

IDLING THE ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

BRAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

LOCKING THE BRAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

DISENGAGING THE HAND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

PLACING THE HAND CONTROL BACK IN TO POSITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

INSTRUCTIONS FOR NON-PHYSICALLY IMPAIRED DRIVERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

SERVICE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

MOBILITY PRODUCTS & DESIGN WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

INSTALLATION SIGN-OFF SHEET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

FOR ASSISTANCE, ADDITIONAL MANUALS

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SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

The followin icons and si nal words are used in this manual to identify information that you should pay

special attention to.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could

cause bodily injury or property dama e.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do Not Drive the Vehicle with out Proper Instruction and Training

WARNING: You must understand and follow the followin safety precautions whenever

your vehicle is driven by you or others. Failure to follow these instructions

could result in serious injury or death.

• Your vehicle has now been equipped with a hand control system for use by the physically impaired

and is not intended for those untrained in its operation. Vei el hand controls are to be used strictly

by those in need of a hand control.

• Use of the Vei el hand controls by those who can adequately use the foot pedals is not authorized.

Most states and providence's require restrictions on driver licenses to operate hand controls.

• If you do not have a valid driver’s license for operatin hand controls, you should immediately

attend a driver trainin school.

Do Not Allow Unauthor zed Dr vers

• Only persons who are familiar with and depend on this hand control may drive the vehicle usin

the hand control.

• Drivers who depend on the brake lock function of the hand control are allowed to drive usin the

hand control.

• Drivers who are able to drive re ularly are not allowed to use the brake lockin device.

Prevent Acc dental Control Movement

• When drivin the vehicle usin the hand control it is recommended that you install a pedal uard

to prevent the as and brake pedals from bein accidentally applied. Ask your mobility dealer

about Vei el Pedal Guards, sold separately.

• To avoid inadvertent brakin or acceleration, be sure to keep passen ers, pets, car o, and other

objects from comin in contact with the hand control when vehicle is in use.

• To avoid inadvertent brakin or acceleration, be sure to avoid entan lement of feet or clothin

with the as and brake rods/tubes.

Use the Hand Controls Safely

• Make sure you know how much force and control movement is required to accelerate, slow down,

and brake the vehicle. Be sure you can speed up and slow down at safe rates.

• Each driver must practice usin the hand control before drivin on public roads. Make sure you

can operate the control safely while observin ood drivin practices and payin attention to traffic

conditions.

• Non-physically impaired drivers must normally use the as and brake pedals, instead of usin the

hand control.

• The Vei el Hand Controls are only intended for ri ht-hand installation and operation. Do not

modify for left-hand operation.

• The hand control reduces the space in the foot well on the driver’s side. Make sure anyone drivin

the vehicle fits comfortably in the available space and can reach the controls without reachin or

stretchin .

Make Sure Controls are n Good Work ng Order

• Do not use the hand control if any kind of malfunction is apparent. Any dama e or malfunction must

be repaired before drivin the vehicle usin the hand controls.

• Before each drive, make sure nothin is blockin the control’s movement. The control’s full ran e

of motion must be unobstructed in all directions.

• If you detect any irre ularities, please have the unit checked by a qualified technician without delay.

• Alterations or attachments in the area of the hand control, dashboard and center console are not

permitted. Do not mount accessories (bevera e holders, cell phone carriers, etc.) on or near the

hand control.

• The hand control is for use in vehicles equipped with automatic transmission. The hand control does

not operate a clutch or shift the vehicles ear lever.

• Do not modify the hand control in any way without specific written approval by Vei el.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasin and usin the Vei el Compact II Hand Control in your vehicle.

This hand control provides hands-only operation for drivers who have no or limited use of their le s.

We are pleased to be able to provide you with increased mobility in your everyday life.

• Accelerate

• Slow down

• Idle the en ine

• Brake

• Lock the brake

IMPORTANT: Describes additional information that needs special attention

when learnin a concept or performin a procedures.

The Compact II Hand Control is made for simple and reliable operation. The control is mechanically

connected to your vehicle’s as and brake pedals (see Fi ure 1).

Use the hand control to perform the followin functions without the use of your le s:

NOTE: Provides additional information to help you better understand the

process or concept bein described.

FIGURE 1: Linka e from Hand Control to Pedals

Brake Pedal

Push Rod

Gas Pedal

Connectin Rod

Vei el Hand

Control

PARTS AND CONTROLS

The operator components of an installed hand control are shown in Fi ure 2 and described in the

followin table.

FIGURE 2: Parts & Controls

Description

No Name:

Pull this handle to work the accelerator pedal. See “Accelerator and Slowin

Down” on pa e 7.

1 Accelerator

Handle

Use this button to lock the brake. See “Lockin the Brake” on pa e 8.2 Brake

Button

Durin maintenance or repair only. The cover opens to reveal the connec-

tions made between the hand control and the rods that operate the vehicles

3 Contoured

Cover

Use this lever to disen a e the controls and fold the hand control out of the

way. See “Disen a in the Hand Control” on pa e 8 when possible.

4Control

Release

Lever

This cover is applied to the side of the brake ear box (item 6, below).5 Lateral

Cover

Securely fastens the hand control to the inside of your vehicle.6 Brake Gear

Box

BEFORE USING THE HAND CONTROL

The hand control and control linka e cuts down the space and adjustment area of the driver’s seat.

Therefore special dili ence for drivin the vehicle is demanded.

The physically impaired persons who have limited mobility to their le s, the use of a pedal uard for

the accelerator and brake is mandatory in order to avoid an uncontrolled activation or blocka e of

the pedals.

IMPORTANT: A pedal uard is not included in the delivery of a hand control or the installation kit.

It must be ordered separately for the specific vehicle type. Ask your mobility dealer

about Vei el/Mobility Products & Desi n Pedal Guards.

GET FAMILIAR WITH YOUR HAND CONTROL

Each installation of the Vei el Hand Control is unique. The location and position of the controls

depends on the interior space and construction of the vehicle.

Make sure your know where each control is, and be certain of your ability to quickly reach and operate

the controls comfortably.

In addition, you must be certain that the accelerator and brake controls will not be accidentally moved

when you or your passen ers enter, exit or ridin in the vehicle.

LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS

Physically impaired persons, not familiar with the use of a hand control, should make their first drivin

test on a provin round or similar location. Drivers must be certain that they can use the control to

safely operate the vehicle before drivin on public roads.

• Brake Lina e: play min. 1/8” - max. 3/16” or min. 2mm - max. 5mm.

• Accelerator Linka e: Free movement (hand control must return to idle position easily and with out

assistance).

• Accelerator must not be activated when hand control is folded out of the way.

Before each drive, please check:

BEFORE EACH DRIVE

While drivin , please observe all existin rules for traffic and safety.

ATTENTION!

BASIC USER INSTRUCTION

FIGURE 3: Usin the Hand Control to Accelerate and Brake

WARNING: When operatin your vehicle with the Vei el Hand Control, you must always keep

your left hand on the steerin wheel to control your vehicle at all times.

ACCELERATING AND SLOWING DOWN

To accelerate, pull handle of hand control back. Hold it in this position when the desired speed is

reached.

To slow down, allow handle to move forward until you reach the desired speed.

IDLING THE ENGINE

Return to en ine idle speed by releasin handle. (When released, the handle will move

automatically to the idle position.)

Accelerate

Brake

BRAKE

Push the handle forward to activate the brake. Durin the first brakin tests please push ently, as

only a small effort is needed to brake the vehicle.

Pull lever back to release the brake.

IMPORTANT: When fully applyin the brakes, your arm should not be fully extended. Also, you

should not have to rotate your shoulder beyond a reasonable reach to fully apply the

brakes. You may have to adjust your seat to prevent the above.

LOCKING THE BRAKE

As a startin aid, for example when standin at a hill, at a li ht or when chan in the cruisin ran e in

automatic transmissions, the hand control is equipped with a brake lock button:

In order to lock the brake, push the handle forward into the brake position. Before lettin o of the

handle, push in and hold the brake lock button on the side of the accelerator handle and release the

handle: The pressure of the pedal now holds the lock.

To unlock, sli htly push the brake lever. The lock releases automatically. There is no need to push

the brake lock button a ain.

WARNING: The brake lock button is simply a startin aid. It does not replace the use of a re ular

parkin brake (hand or foot parkin brake) and should not be used when parkin

uphill/downhill and leavin the vehicle because internal hydraulic leaka e and

dischar e will make the brake inoperative. To park the vehicle, always use the parkin

brake and put the ear lever in “P” position.

DISENGAGE THE HAND CONTROL

Dependin on the vehicle the hand control can be folded out of the way for drivers usin their feet

to work the as & brake.

IMPORTANT: Inform other drivers that the vehicle is equipped with a hand control, and demonstrate

how to disen a e it.

See Fi ure 4.

FIGURE 4: Disen a in the Accelerator Handle

Lockin Pin

Rotate lockin pin to

point downward.

Hand control can now

be folded back.

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