V500 Light 30° - Wheelchair Vermeiren - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL V500 Light 30° Vermeiren

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG

Black wheelchair with black seat and silver wheels, no visible text or symbols

VERMEIREN

Contents

Preface

4

1. Your product 6

1.1. Options 7

2. Before use 7

2.1. Intended use and indications 7
2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks 8
2.3. Symbols on the wheelchair 9
2.4. Transport 10
2.5. Folding/Unfolding 13
2.6. Storage 14

3. Using your wheelchair 15

3.1. Operating the brakes 15
3.2. Moving to/from the wheelchair 16
3.3. Comfort adjustments 17
3.4. Riding the wheelchair 23

4. Maintenance 29

4.1. Points of maintenance 29
4.2. Maintenance instructions 30
4.3. Troubleshooting 31
4.4. Expected lifespan 32
4.5. Reuse 32
4.6. End of use 32
4.7. Warranty 32

5. Technical specifications 33

Preface

Congratulations! You are now owner of a Vermeiren wheelchair!

This wheelchair is made by qualified and committed personnel. It is designed and produced according to high quality standards, guarded by Vermeiren.

Thank you for your trust in the products of Vermeiren. To support you on the use of this wheelchair and its operating options, this manual is offered. Please read it carefully; it will help you to get familiar with the operation, capabilities and limitations of your wheelchair.

If you still have questions after reading this manual, do not hesitate to contact your specialist dealer. He/she will be glad to help you.

Important note

To ensure your safety, and to prolong the lifetime of your product, please take good care of it and have it checked and serviced on a regular basis.

This manual reflects the latest product developments. Vermeiren has the right to implement changes to this type of product without any obligation to adapt or replace similar products previously delivered.

Pictures are used to clarify the instructions in this manual. Details of the depicted product may deviate from your product.

Information available

On our website http://www.vermeiren.com/ you will always find the most recent version of the information in this manual. Please consult this website regularly for possible updates.

Visually impaired people can download the electronic version of this manual and have it read out by means of a text-to-speech software application.

	User manualFor user and specialist dealer
	Installation instructionsFor specialist dealer
	Service manual for wheelchairsFor specialist dealer
	EC declaration of conformity

1. Your product

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations indicating numbers 15 and 16, no text or symbols on the main body.

V500 Light 30^

1. Handgrips
2. Backrest
3. Arm pads
4. Armrests
5. Seat
6. Footrests
7. Footplates
8. Front wheels
9. Brakes
10. Rear wheels
11. Hand rims
12. Tipping aid
13. Cross
14. Identification plate

1.1. Options

Contact your specialist dealer about options. He will gladly advise you.

2. Before use

2.1. Intended use and indications

• This product is a medical device.
- Indications and contraindications: The user can propel the wheelchair by himself or have the wheelchair pushed by an attendant. The wheelchair is intended for elderly people or people with walking difficulties or no walking abilities. You should NOT use this wheelchair if you suffer from physical or mental impairments that may put you, or other people, in danger when driving the wheelchair. For this reason, consult your physician first and make sure that your specialist dealer is informed about his advice.
- This wheelchair is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

• This wheelchair is designed and produced solely to transport/transfer one (1) person with a maximum weight of 130kg. It is not designed for transportation of goods or objects, nor for any use other than previously described.
• Only use accessories and spare parts approved by Vermeiren.
• Please read all technical details and limits of your wheelchair in chapter 5..
• The warranty on this product is based on normal use and maintenance as described in this manual. Damage to your product caused by improper use or lack of maintenance will cause the warranty to lapse.

2.2. Safety instructions and applicable risks

CAUTION

Risk of injuries and/or damage

- Carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Otherwise you may get injured or your wheelchair may get damaged.

Keep the following general warnings in mind during use:

• Do not use your wheelchair if you are under influence of alcohol, medicines or other substances that may influence your driving abilities.
• Be aware that some parts of your wheelchair may get very hot or cold due to ambient temperature, solar radiation or heating devices. Be careful when touching. Wear protective clothing if the weather is cold. When going outdoors, riding gloves can be used to improve the grip on the hand rims.
• Do not modify your product in any way.
• If the packaging of your product has been damaged, (unintentionally) opened, or affected by environmental conditions (moisture, heat,...) upon delivery, check the device integrity of your product. When in doubt, contact your specialist dealer.

Be aware that your wheelchair may interfere with some types of anti-theft systems, depending on the settings used. This may cause the shop's alarm to go off.

Any serious incident [MDR (EU) 2017/745 §2 (65)] that has occurred in relation to the device should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.

2.3. Symbols on the wheelchair

	Type designation
	Catalogue number
	Serial number
	Medical device
	Manufacturer
	Date of manufacture
	Declaration of conformity
	Attention: important information
	It is advised to read the manual
	Risk of entrapment
	Maximum weight of the user in kg
	Crash-tested product ; can be used as a seat in a motor vehicle
	Not intended to be used as a seat in a motor vehicle
	Can be used as a seat in a motor vehicle; indicates attachment points

2.4. Transport

2.4.1. Transport by vehicle, as luggage

WARNING

Risk of injuries

• Make sure that the wheelchair is attached properly to avoid injury from the passengers during collision or sudden braking.
- NEVER use the same seatbelt to secure the wheelchair and passenger.

1. Remove footrests, armrests and accessories.
2. Store footrests, armrests and accessories safely.
3. If possible, fold the wheelchair and remove the rear wheels.
4. Place the wheelchair in the luggage compartment.
5. If the luggage and passenger compartments are NOT separated, attach the frame of the wheelchair securely to the vehicle. You can use the available safety belts in the vehicle.

2.4.2. Transport by vehicle, as seat for the user (only V500 Light)

WARNING

Risk of injuries

- For V500 Light 30°: Do NOT use your V500 Light 30° wheelchair as a seat in a vehicle, see the following symbol.

- The wheelchair has passed the crash test of ISO 7176-19: 2022 and, as such, has been designed and tested for use only as forward-facing seat in a motor vehicle.

• The wheelchair's pelvic belt alone is not suited as an occupant restraint belt.
• Use the wheelchair's pelvic belt and the applicable three-points belt in the vehicle to prevent head and chest impacts with the vehicle.
• Do not use postural supports to restrain the user in the vehicle unless they are labelled as being in accordance with the requirements specified in ISO 7176-19:2022.
• Following involvement in any type of vehicle collision, have your wheelchair inspected by the specialist dealer or manufacturer's representative before reuse.

The wheelchair is tested using the four-point strap-tie system and a 3-point occupant-restraint system.

Whenever feasible, use the seat of the vehicle and store the wheelchair in the cargo area.

2.4.2.1. Steps to secure the wheelchair in a motor vehicle:

1. Check that the vehicle is equipped with a suitable wheelchair tie down and occupant-restraint system, conform ISO 10542.
2. Check that the components of the wheelchair tie down and occupant restraint system are not frayed, contaminated, damaged or broken.
3. If equipped with an adjustable seat and/or back tilt, make sure that the wheelchair user is sitting as upright as possible. If the user's condition prevents this, a risk assessment should be done to evaluate the user's safety during transit.
4. Remove all mounted accessories such as trays and respiratory equipment, and secure them in a safe place.
5. Position the wheelchair facing forward in the travelling direction, centrally between the tie-down rails mounted in the floor of the vehicle.
6. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer at the indicated place (figure 1). This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol (figure 2).

7. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.

8. Apply the wheelchair brake.

9. Mount the back securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer at the indicated place (around the wheel attachment block and above the axle bushing) (figure 1). This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol (figure 2).

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat, no text or symbols present

Figure 1

Simple line drawing of a hook-like object with a circular end, labeled 'Figure 2' (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

2.4.2.2. Steps to secure the wheelchair user:

1. Remove both armrests.
2. If present, attach the wheelchair's pelvic belt.
3. Attach the occupant restraint belts according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer.

i Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the pelvis, so that the angle of the pelvic belt is within the preferred zone of 30^ to 75^ to the horizontal, similar to that shown on the image.

A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is desirable.

30° 75°

1. Adjust the belt tightly according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer, consistent with the user's comfort.

2. Ensure that the restraint belt connects in a straight line to the anchor point in the vehicle and that no bends in the belt are visible, for instance at the axle of the rear wheel.

3. Install the armrests, if desired. Make sure that belts are not twisted or held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels.

4. Position the seatbelt buckle so that the release button will not be contacted by wheelchair components during a crash.
5. Make sure that the shoulder-belt restraints fit over the shoulders, see figure 4.

Belt restraints must not be held away from the body by wheelchair components such as armrests or wheels.

Illustration showing two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a horizontal barbell and the other in a wheelchair, with no visible text or symbols.

Figure 3

Belt restraints make full contact with shoulder, chest and pelvis. Pelvic belt low on the pelvis near the thigh-abdominal junction

Illustration showing a person in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both with a checkmark icon (no text or symbols)

Figure 4

2.5. Folding/Unfolding

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Keep fingers away from moving parts of the wheelchair.

2.5.1. Unfolding the wheelchair

1. Position yourself behind the wheelchair.
2. Use the handgrips to open the wheelchair as much as possible.
3. Position yourself at the front of the wheelchair.
4. Push both seating tubes down till they are fixed in their position.

2.5.2. Folding the wheelchair

1. Fold the footplates or remove the footrests (see § 3.3.1.).
2. Take the seat on the front side and backside and pull it up.

2.5.3. Mounting the rear wheels

1. Take the rear wheel and push button (1).
2. Keep the button pushed in and mount the rear wheel axle until it stops.
3. Release the button.
4. Check that the wheel is secured.

2.5.4. Taking off the rear wheels

1. Make sure the brakes are in the off position.
2. Take the wheelchair to the side frame where you want to remove the wheel.
3. Press the button in the center of the wheel hub.
4. Pull the wheel away from the frame.

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols)

2.6. Storage

CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also chapter 5..

3. Using your wheelchair

EN

WARNING

Risk of injuries

• First read previous chapters and inform yourself about the intended use. Do NOT use your wheelchair unless you have read and fully understood all instructions.
• In case of doubts or questions, do not hesitate to contact your local specialist dealer, your care provider or technical adviser to help you with this.

3.1. Operating the brakes

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

• The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during movements. Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended movements.
• Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, ...). Check the condition of the tires before each use.
• The brakes are adjustable and can wear. Check the operation of the brakes before each use.
• Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes simultaneously.

3.1.1. Parking brakes

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with no visible text or symbols

To reduce the braking force it is possible to extend the brake lever.

3.1.1.1. To apply the brakes:

1. Push the brake levers forward until you feel a distinctive click.

3.1.1.2. To release the brakes:

1. Release one brake by pulling the lever backwards.
2. Hold the hand rim of the released wheel with your hand.
3. Repeat this for the second wheel and parking brake.

3.2. Moving to/from the wheelchair

CAUTION

Risk of injuries or damage

• In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask someone to assist you.
• Do not stand on the footplates.

3.2.1. Transfer

1. Position the wheelchair as close as possible to the chair, couch or bed to/from which you wish to transfer.
2. Apply both parking brakes, see §3.1..
3. Fold the footplates or remove the footrests (see § 3.3.1.).
4. If the transfer is on the side of the wheelchair, remove the armrest on that side (see § 3.3.2.).
5. Transfer to/from the wheelchair using the strength of your arms or with the help of attendant(s) or lifting equipment.

3.2.2. Sitting in the wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the wheelchair:

• Sit down on the seat with your lower back against the backrest.
• Make sure your upper legs are horizontal. If needed adjust the length of the footrests (see installation manual).

3.3. Comfort adjustments

EN

CAUTION

Risk of injuries or damage

• The following comfort adjustments can be done by the attendant or caretaker. All other adjustments are done by your specialist dealer according to the installation instructions, see preface.
  • Always keep the swing range of the footplate in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured or objects from being damaged.
• Make sure that your fingers, clothes, buckles don't get trapped during adjustment.

3.3.1. Mounting or removing the footrests

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely illustrating a component assembly or mounting mechanism.

3.3.1.1. Mounting the footrests

1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the wheelchair's frame and mount the tube hood (1) into the frame.
2. Swing the footrest inwards until it clicks in position.
3. Swing the footplate downwards.

3.3.1.2. Dismounting the footrests

1. Pull lever (2).
2. Swing the footrest to the outside of the wheelchair until it comes loose from the guidance.
3. Pull the footrest from the tube hood (1).

3.3.2. Mounting or removing the armrests

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Keep fingers, buckles and clothes away from the bottom side of the armrest.

The armrests of the wheelchair can be mounted by following instructions.

1. Mount the armrest in the armrest support until the screw fits in the sleeve.
2. Make sure the armrest is firmly fixated.

To remove the armrest:

1. Grasp the arm pad and pull the armrest gently out of the armrest support.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion or movement.

3.3.3. Adjusting anti-tipping (if applicable)

Adjust the height of the anti-tipping in 7 positions (range 120 mm: steps 20 mm):

1. Loosen the star knob (1).
2. Move the tube of the anti-tipping in the desired height.
3. Secure the star knob.
4. Make sure that the anti-tipping is firmly secured.

20 mm ①

3.3.4. Mounting or removing the push bar (V500 Light 30°)

WARNING

Risk of injuries

• Make sure that buttons (A) are tightened.
- When equipped with the push bar, the push bar should always be mounted to increase the stability of the back.

3.3.4.1. To mount the push bar

1. Mount the push bar (B) with the star knob (A) in the left handgrip.
2. Swing the push bar (B) to the right.
3. Mount hook (C) over the right handgrip (D) as shown on the drawing. Use holes (1) or (2) to adjust the tension of the backrest.

3.3.4.2. To take off the push bar

1. Loosen the star knob (A) on the right handgrip.
2. Remove hook (C) from the right handgrip (D).

A B C D 1 2

A B C D 1 2

3.3.5. Backrest inclination (V500 Light 30°)

WARNING

Risk of injuries

• Be aware that the stability decreases when backrest is adjusted backwards.
• Apply the parking brakes before adjusting the backrest.

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

- Do not place your fingers, clothes between the adjustment mechanism.

For model V500 Light 30°, it is possible to set the backrest backwards with a maximum inclination of 30° (V500 Light 30° with toothed adjustment: 4 different positions, steps of 10°; V500 Light 30° with gas spring: stepless). Make sure that the patient sits in the chair when the attendant adjusts the backrest inclination and that the wheelchair does not tip over.

Technical diagram of a mechanical linkage system with labeled components and angular measurement

1. Pull the lever (1) on both sides towards the push handle (2) to adjust the backrest.
2. The pen (A) comes out of the groove of the toothed plate (B), or the gas spring is released.
3. Pull both back tubes backwards continuously to the desired position (4 different positions with toothed adjustment: 5^ - 15^ - 25^ - 35^ ).
4. Release the levers. For toothed adjustment: check that the pen (A) is well fixed in the groove of the toothed plate (B).

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components labeled 1, 3, and 3.

If your wheelchair features drum brakes, the levers (1) are used as brakes; additional levers (3) have been mounted to adjust the backrest and seat inclination.

3.3.6. Backrest height

The backrest height can be adjusted into 4 positions (V500 Light 30^ with toothed adjustment) or 5 positions (V500 Light, V500 Light 30^ with gas spring).

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a blue circular annotation pointing to a numbered component (no text or symbols on the arm itself)

1. Remove the star knob (1).
2. Slide the backrest upholstery up/ down to the desired height. Make sure that the hole for the star knob in the frame tube aligns with one of the holes in the upholstery.
3. Replace the star knob and retighten.

3.3.7. Backrest support

The backrest of the wheelchair has a suspension system with adjustable hook-and-loop straps, to adjust the flexibility of the backrest.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

1. Pull the backrest cushion from the hook-and-loop straps of the backrest.
2. Loosen the hook-and-loop straps.
3. Pull the respective strap to the desired position. The tension of the individual belts can be varied and the desired support of the back can be set.
4. Place the back cushion back over the backrest starting at the front and ending at the back.
5. Secure the hook-and-loop connections by pressing the cushion against the backrest with your hand.
6. Make sure that all straps are secured with the hook-and-loop patches.

For V500 Light 30° with toothed adjustment: when the backrest is adjusted to the lowest position, the bottom strap can not be used. Remove the strap from the frame tubes by loosening the hook-and-loop patch. *

3.3.8. Push handle height

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a blue circular annotation labeled '1' pointing to a component (no text or symbols on the device itself)

The push handles can be adjusted over a distance of 60 mm:

1. Loosen the star knob (1).
2. Move the handgrip up/down to the desired height.
3. Retighten the star knob (1).
4. Repeat for the other handle. Make sure that both handles are firmly secured.

3.4. Riding the wheelchair

Depending on your medical condition and type of wheelchair, you can ride the wheelchair yourself or have it pushed by an attendant.

CAUTION

Risk of entrapment

• Prevent your fingers from being caught by the wheel spokes.
• Prevent entrapment of your hands on the hand rims when you pass small passages.

- When driving with an attendant, keep your arms away from the wheels and keep your feet on the footplates.

CAUTION

Risk of injuries or damage

• Do NOT drive on slopes, obstacles, steps or kerbs larger than specified in § 5..
• Do not proceed with your wheelchair in traffic. Always stay on the pavement.
• Do not operate the hand rims with wet hands.

- Pay attention if the road has holes or gaps that may cause entrapment of the wheels.

- Avoid stones and other objects that may block the wheels.

• Always keep the swing range of the footplate in mind to prevent bystanders from being injured or objects from being damaged.

• Before every usage, make sure that:
  – all adjustments are firmly secured, see §3.3..
  – the parking brakes are working properly.
  – the tires are in good condition, see §4.2.1..

3.4.1. Riding with an attendant

1. Release the brakes or have them released by the attendant, while he/she is holding the wheelchair to prevent movement, see §3.1..
2. The attendant grasps the handgrips or push bar to push the wheelchair in the desired direction.
3. After stopping, apply the brakes while holding the wheelchair in place, see §3.1..

3.4.2. Riding on your own

1. Release the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1..
2. Move your hands to the highest position on both hand rims.
3. Lean forward and push the hand rims forward until your arms are straight.
4. Swing your arms loosely back to the topside of the hand rims and repeat the push movement.
5. To stop: wait until the wheelchair stops and move forward/backward by operating the hand rims. Apply the parking brakes one by one, see §3.1..

3.4.3. Riding on slopes

CAUTION

Risk of injuries

• If the attendant has too little strength to control the wheelchair, stop riding and use the brakes immediately.
• When you stop on a (small) slope, use your brakes.

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating motion direction (no text or symbols)

1. Secure yourself in the wheelchair with a safety belt.
2. Ask an attendant or a bystander to help you.
3. Drive slowly and in a straight line. Lean slightly forward (A/B) when going up the slope. Lean backwards, against the backrest, when going down the slope.
4. Never reverse on a slope.

CAUTION

Risk of tipping over

• Only use ramps approved by Vermeiren and do not exceed their maximum load.
• Make sure that the wheelchair does not touch the ground or ramp due to the inclination of the wheelchair.

• Only negotiate ramps with the help of one or two attendants.

• Adjust the position of backrest, seat and footrest to decrease the volume taken by the wheelchair and to increase the stability during inclination.

• Remove the footrests, see §3.3.1..

• Follow the instructions in §3.4.3..

3.4.5. Using stairs

CAUTION

Risk of tipping over

• Stairs should always be negotiated with the help of two attendants.
- Never try to use stairs that are not appropriate for wheelchairs.

Illustration of four human figures climbing stairs, one pushing a wheel with a diagonal line (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the footrests, see §3.3.1..
2. One attendant tips the wheelchair slightly backwards by the handles.
3. The second attendant grabs the wheelchair at the front of the frame, on both sides of the wheelchair.
4. Stay calm, avoid sudden movements and keep your arms inside the wheelchair.
5. Both attendants lift and pull the wheelchair from step to step while the rear wheels roll over the steps.
6. After using the stairs, mount the footrests back in place, see §3.3.1..

3.4.6. Coping with obstacles

CAUTION

Risk of tipping over

• If you do not have enough experience with your wheelchair, ask assistance of an attendant.
• Make sure that the footplates do not touch ground while taking an obstacle.
• Do not use your wheelchair on an escalator.
• If available, wear your safety belt.

3.4.6.1. Small kerbs (up or down)

These can be taken forward (E / F) with one attendant, or by experienced wheelchair users alone.

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by a humanoid figure (no text or symbols)

1. The attendant moves the wheelchair forward approaching the kerb. Make sure the footplates won't touch the kerbs.
2. Lean backwards to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.
3. The attendant holds the handles firmly while moving forward. If necessary he uses the tipping aid to keep the front wheels lifted until they have passed the kerb rim.
4. The attendant releases the pressure on the handles and tipping aid to gently put the front wheels on the ground.
5. Next, he holds the handles firmly while pushing the wheelchair with the rear wheels up/down the kerb.

A practiced user can negotiate small kerbs forward by himself:

Going down:

1. Bring balance on the rear wheels to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.
2. Negotiate the kerb.

Going up:

1. Drive until the kerb.
2. Lean backwards so you are balancing on the rear wheels.
3. Role the front wheels balancing over the kerb.
4. Bend forwards for more stability.
5. Role the rear wheels over the kerb.

3.4.6.2. Medium kerbs (up or down)

These should be taken backwards with one attendant:

1. The attendant reverses the wheelchair so that rear wheels approach the kerb first (G / H).
2. Going down: Lean forward (G) to move your centre of gravity to the front. Going up: Lean backward (H) to move your centre of gravity to the back.
3. The attendant pulls the wheelchair gently from/on the kerb.

3.4.6.3. Higher kerbs

Higher kerbs, but below maximum size, see §5., should be taken with help of two attendants.

Going down:

1. Remove the footrests.
2. The attendant moves the wheelchair forward approaching the kerb.
3. Lean backwards to reduce the pressure on the front wheels.
4. The attendant holds the handles firmly and uses the tipping aid to keep the front wheels lifted until they have passed the kerb rim.
5. The second attendant grabs the front of the frame and moves backwards while pulling the rear wheels down the kerb.
6. The first attendant releases the pressure on the handles and tipping aid to put the front wheels on the ground.

Going up:

1. Remove the footrests.
2. The first attendant reverses the wheelchair so that rear wheels approach the kerb first.
3. Lean backward to move your centre of gravity to the back.
4. The second attendant grabs the front of the frame and moves forward while pulling/pushing the rear wheels on the kerb. The first attendant lifts and holds the handles firmly to prevent the wheelchair from tipping over.

4. Maintenance

EN

i Regular care ensures that your wheelchair is preserved in a perfectly functional condition. For the maintenance manual, refer to the Vermeiren website: www.vermeiren.com.

4.1. Points of maintenance

CAUTION

Risk of injuries and damage

- Repairs and replacements may only be undertaken by trained persons and only genuine replacement parts of Vermeiren should be used.

The last page of this manual contains a registration form for the specialist dealer to record each service.

The service frequency depends on the frequency and intensity of use. Contact your dealer to agree to a common timetable for inspection/maintenance/repair.

4.1.1. Before each use

Inspect the following points:

• All parts: Present and undamaged or unworn.
  • All parts: Clean, see § 4.2.2..
• Wheels, backrest, seat, calf rests, arm rests, footplates: Well secured.
  • Condition of wheels/tyres, see § 4.2.1..
• Condition of frame parts: No deformation, instability, weakness or loose connections.
• Seat, backrest, arm pads, calf pads and head rest (if applied): No excessive wear (like dented spots, damage or tears).
• Brakes: Undamaged and functioning.

Contact your specialist dealer for possible repairs or part replacements.

4.1.2. Yearly or more often

Have your wheelchair inspected and serviced by your specialist dealer, at least once a year, or more often. The minimum maintenance frequency depends on use and should therefore be commonly agreed upon with your specialist dealer.

4.1.3. If stored

Make sure that your wheelchair is stored in a dry environment to prevent mould from growing and the upholstery from being damaged, see also chapter 5..

4.2. Maintenance instructions

4.2.1. Wheels and tyres

Proper working of the brakes depends on the state of the tyres, and can change due to wear and contamination (water, oil, mud, ...).

Keep your wheels free of wires, hair, sand and fibres.

Check the profile of the tyres. If the tread depth is less than 1 mm, the tyres need to be replaced. Contact your specialist dealer for this matter.

Inflate each pneumatic tyre to the correct pressure (see pressure indication on the tyres).

For instructions on how to change the tyres, see the installation manual.

4.2.2. Cleaning

EN

CAUTION

Risk of damage by moisture

- Never use a hose or high-pressure cleaner to clean the wheelchair.

Wipe all rigid parts with a damp cloth (not drenched). If necessary, use a mild soap, suitable for varnishes and synthetics.

The upholstery can be cleaned with lukewarm water and a mild soap. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents to clean.

4.2.3. Disinfection

CAUTION

Risk of damage

- Disinfections may only be undertaken by trained persons. Consult your specialist dealer.

4.3. Troubleshooting

Even if you use your wheelchair properly, a technical problem may occur. In this case, contact your local specialist dealer.

WARNING

Risk of injuries and damage

- NEVER attempt to repair your wheelchair yourself.

The following symptoms may indicate a serious problem. Therefore always contact your specialist dealer if you spot any of the following deviations:

• Strange sound;
• Uneven tread wear on one of the tyres;
• Jerky movements;
• Wheelchair deflects to one side;
• Damaged or broken wheel assemblies.

4.4. Expected lifespan

The wheelchair is designed to have an average lifespan of 5 years. Depending on the frequency of use, driving circumstances and maintenance, the lifespan of your wheelchair will increase or decrease.

4.5. Reuse

Before each reuse, have the wheelchair disinfected, inspected and serviced according to the instructions in § 4.1. and § 4.2..

4.6. End of use

At end of life, you need to dispose your wheelchair according to the local environmental legislation. The best way to do so, is to disassemble the wheelchair to facilitate the transport of recyclable parts.

4.7. Warranty

The warranty on this product is subject to the general terms and conditions of each country.

5. Technical specifications

EN

The technical details below are only valid for this wheelchair, at standard settings and optimal ambient conditions. Take these details into account during use. The values are no longer applicable if your chair has been modified, damaged, or is severely worn.

Brand Vermeiren
Product group Manual wheelchair
Type V500 Light	V500 Light 30°
Description Dimensions
Maximum user weight 130 kg
Overall length 975 mm - 1035 mm
Folded length 790 mm
Overall width (depends on the seat width)	590 mm620 mm640 mm660 mm680 mm700 mm
Folded width 310 mm
Overall height 860 mm - 920 mm
Folded height (depends on seat height)	860 mm - 920 mm
Total massV500 LightV500 Light 30°	15,7 kg17 kg
Mass of heaviest partV500 LightV500 Light 30°	9,3 kg10,65 kg
Mass of removable partsFootrestsArmrestsRear wheels	1,45 kg1,2 kg3,7 kg
Static stability downhill 10° (in standard configuration)
Static stability uphillV500 LightV500 Light 30°	7° (in standard configuration)2°
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°
Static stability sideways 18° (in standard configuration)
Seat plane angle 0° - 10°
Effective seat depth 420 - 480 mm
Effective seat width 390 mm	420 mm440 mm460 mm480 mm500 mm
Seat surface height at front edge	470 mm - 530 mm
Backrest angleV500 LightV500 Light 30°	5°5° - 35°
Backrest height V500 Light, V500 Light 30° with gas spring:400 - 420 - 440 - 460 - 480 mmV500 Light 30° with toothed adjustment:400 - 430 - 460 - 490 mm
Footplate to seat distance 370 - 500 mm
Leg to seat surface angle 105°
Footplate angle 80°
Distance between arm pad and seat	150 - 210 mm
Front location of arm pad structure	322,5 mm - 370 mm
Horizontal location of axle (deflection)	1,27 mm - 61,04 mm
Minimum turning diameter 1500 mm
Diameter of rear wheels 22"	24"
Tyre pressure rear wheels Not applicable
Diameter of front wheels 200 mm
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°
Tyre pressure front wheels Not applicable
Use temperature +5°C - +41°C
Storage and use humidity 30%	-70%
We reserve the right to introduce technical changes. Measurement tolerance +- 15 mm / 1,5 kg / 1,5°

EN

Table des matières

Préface

37

1. Votre produit 38

1.1. Options 39

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Black wheelchair with blue circular annotations pointing to the wheel (15 and 16), no visible text or symbols on the body.

V500 Light 30^

Figure 1 Figure 2

Illustration showing a person in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both without any text or symbols.

Figure 3

Illustration showing a person in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both with a checkmark icon (no text or symbols)

Figure 4

2.5. Pliage/Dépliage

FR

ATTENTION

Risque de blessures

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols)

2.6. Entreposage

TTENTION

Risque de dommages

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely illustrating a component assembly or mounting mechanism.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with numbered components and a hand operating a component

3.3.3. Réglage de l'anti-bascule (si applicable)

FR

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a blue circular annotation pointing to a numbered component (no text or symbols on the arm itself)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols)

Illustration of four human figures climbing stairs, one pushing a wheel with a circular motion arrow (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other standing, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

Descendre :

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a seated motion, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Monter :

Illustration of two human mobility scenarios (G and H) showing a person in a wheelchair interacting with another, with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols present)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with visible seat, wheels, and blue circular annotations (15 and 16) pointing to the wheel (no text or symbols on the main body)

V500 Light 30°

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and seat, no text or symbols present

Figuur 1

Simple line drawing of a hook with a circular head, labeled 'Figuur 2' (no other text or symbols)

Illustration showing two individuals in wheelchairs: one using a horizontal barbell and the other in a wheelchair, with no visible text or symbols.

Figuur 3

Illustration showing a person in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both with a checkmark icon (no text or symbols)

Figuur 4

Technical diagram of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols present)

2.6. Opslag

VOORZICHTIG

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Om de remkracht te verminderen kan u de remhendel verlengen.

3.1.1.1. Om de remmen in te schakelen:

Technical diagram of a vehicle's steering wheel assembly with labeled parts 1 and 2

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with numbered components and a hand operating a component

3.3.3. De anti-tipping verstellen (indien van toepassing)

NL

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a blue circular annotation labeled '1' pointing to a specific component (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a numbered label pointing to the arm (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Illustration of people climbing stairs with a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one standing and one seated, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations indicating numbers 15 and 16, no text or symbols on the main body.

V500 Light 30^

Illustration showing two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a horizontal barbell and the other in a wheelchair, with no visible text or symbols.

Abb. 3

Illustration of two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, both with a checkmark icon above (no text or symbols on figures)

Abb. 4

Technical diagram of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols present)

DE

2.6. Lagerung

AORSICHT

Beschädigungsgefahr

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely for assembly or maintenance instructions.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion or movement.

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a blue circular annotation labeled '1' pointing to a specific component (no text or symbols beyond the label)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a blue circular annotation labeled '1' pointing to a component (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other seated, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Illustration of four figures climbing stairs with a wheelbelt, no text or symbols present

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by a humanoid figure (no text or symbols)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations indicating numbers 15 and 16, no text or symbols on the main body.

V500 Light 30^

Line drawing of a wheelchair with wheels and mechanical components (no text or symbols)

Figura 1
Figura 2

Illustration showing a person in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both without any text or symbols.

Figura 3

Illustration of two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, both with a checkmark icon above (no text or symbols on figures)

Figura 4

2.5. Chiusura / Apertura

TTENZIONE

Rischio di lesioni

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols)

2.6. Magazzinaggio

TTENZIONE

Rischio di danni

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a vehicle's internal components with numbered labels pointing to parts 1 and 2.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion or movement.

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with labeled parts A, B, C, D and numbered components 1, 2

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a numbered label pointing to a component (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols)

Illustration of four figures climbing stairs with a wheelbelt, no text or symbols present

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other standing, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

In discesa:

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a walking motion, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

In salita:

Illustration of two human mobility scenarios (G and H) showing a person in a wheelchair interacting with another, with directional arrows indicating movement or force (no text or symbols present)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations pointing to the wheel (no text or symbols on the car itself)

V500 Light 30^

Illustration showing two individuals: one in a wheelchair and another in a wheelchair, both without any text or symbols.

Figura 3

Illustration of two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, with a checkmark icon above (no text or symbols on figures)

Figura 4

Technical diagram of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols present)

2.6. Almacenamiento

PRECAUCIÓN

Riesgo de daños

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely illustrating a component assembly or mounting mechanism.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with numbered components and a hand operating a component

ES

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with labeled parts A, B, C, D and numbered components 1, 2

Technical diagram of a mechanical linkage system with labeled components and angular measurement

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components labeled 1, 3, and 3.

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a numbered label pointing to the arm part (no text or symbols on the arm itself)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a black mechanical device with a numbered label pointing to a component (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person pushing a wheel through stairs with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other standing, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one moving and the other seated (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations indicating numbers 15 and 16, no text or symbols on the main body.

V500 Light 30^

Illustration showing two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other in a wheelchair, with no visible text or symbols.

Rysunek 3

Illustration of two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, with a checkmark icon above (no text or symbols on figures)

Rysunek 4

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols)

2.6. Przechowywanie

!JWAGA

Ryzyko uszkodzenia

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a lever mechanism with no visible text or symbols

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely for assembly or maintenance instructions.

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly steps with numbered components and directional arrows indicating motion or movement.

Technical diagram of a mechanical linkage system with labeled components and angular measurement

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components labeled 1, 3, and 3.

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a blue circular annotation pointing to a numbered component (no text or symbols on the arm itself)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Illustration of four human figures climbing stairs, one pushing a wheel with a crossed-out ring (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other standing, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

Zjeżdżanie:

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a walking motion, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Wjeżdżanie:

Illustration of two human mobility scenarios (G and H) showing a person in a wheelchair being assisted by a person in a wheelchair, with directional arrows indicating movement.

Labeled diagram of a wheelchair with numbered parts for identification

V500 Light

Side view of a black wheelchair with blue circular annotations indicating numbers 15 and 16, no text or symbols on the main body.

V500 Light 30^

Line drawing of a wheelchair with visible seat, wheels, and mechanical components (no text or symbols)

Obrázek 1

Obrázek 2

Illustration showing two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, with no visible text or symbols.

Obrázek 3

Illustration of two individuals in wheelchairs, one using a diagonal brace and the other seated in a wheelchair, with a checkmark icon above (no text or symbols on figures)

Obrázek 4

Technical line drawing of a bicycle wheel assembly with labeled components (no text or symbols)

2.6. Skladování

POZOR

Riziko poškození

Mechanical component diagram showing a lever mechanism with motion arrows (no text or symbols)

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components, likely illustrating a linkage or mounting mechanism.

Technical diagram of a mechanical device with numbered components and directional arrow indicating motion or assembly.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with hands operating a component (no text or symbols visible)

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a black robotic arm with a blue circular annotation labeled '1' pointing to a specific component (no text or symbols on the arm itself)

Illustration of two figures in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other leaning forward (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair using a horizontal barbell, with arrows indicating motion direction (no text or symbols)

Illustration of four human figures climbing stairs, one pushing a wheel with a crossed-out ring (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a person in a wheelchair being assisted by another person, with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

Illustration of two people in a wheelchair, one pushing and the other seated (no text or symbols)

Silhouette of a person in a wheelchair, no text or symbols present

Jízda dolů:

Two identical illustrations of a person in a wheelchair performing a walking motion, with arrows indicating movement direction (no text or symbols)

Jízda nahoru:

Illustration of two human mobility scenarios (G and H) showing a person in a wheelchair being assisted by a person in a wheelchair, with directional arrows indicating movement.

Service registration form

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VERMEIREN GROUP

Vermeirenplein 1/15

2920 Kalmthout

Belgium

www.vermeiren.com

Version: E, 2025-10

Basic UDI-DI: 5415174122106V500LightBT

5415174122106V500LD304W

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