Setup: Paravan Rotating Seat User Manual

Overview

The Rotating Seat is a vehicle access solution designed to make getting in and out of a car easier, safer, and more comfortable. It is intended for people with limited mobility, including users who need extra support because of disability, age, or reduced strength.

This PARAVAN system is built as a modular seat console that can be adapted to many vehicle types and paired with different seat models. It is available in manual and electric versions, with optional stand-up support, electrical fore-and-aft adjustment, and integrated comfort features.

Specifications

• Rotation range: 120 degrees
• Stand-up angle: 60 degrees on versions with the lifting function
• Console dimensions: 493 x 522 x 56 mm
• Console weight: 20 kg for manual; 21 kg for electric and stand-up versions
• Power supply: 0 V for manual; 12 V for electric versions
• Maximum current draw: 0 A for manual; 10 A for electric versions
• Tested load capacity: 135 kg on the standard electric and manual consoles, briefly up to 220 kg
• Load capacity on the stand-up version: approximately 120 kg
• Optional electrical lengthwise adjustment: 240 mm forward/backward, horizontal in the vehicle
• Crash-tested and approved for use in vehicles according to ECE-R 17 and 74/408/EEC

Detailed Description

The Rotating Seat works by moving the seat unit outward from the vehicle, turning it into a position that makes transfer easier, and then guiding it back into the driving or travel position. Manual models use a side lever, while electric models use a cable or radio remote control. The console can be configured to rotate left or right depending on the vehicle layout.

Several model variants are supported, including a manual console, an electric console, a version with integrated sacroiliac support, and models with an optional stand-up aid. The system can also be combined with a universal installation console and an electrical seat adjustment below the pivot point for added positioning flexibility.

Seat options include sport seats and comfort seats, with choices for custom covers, special colors, integrated armrests, electrical armrest adjustment, electrical lumbar support, and seat heating. These features are designed to improve daily use without changing the basic swivel-seat function.

Safety

Always follow the warning labels on the unit and keep hands, clothing, and other objects away from moving parts. The seat panel must never be operated while driving, and the protective covers should not be used if they interfere with movement.

The unit must always travel fully into its final stop position in both directions. The electric console must only be secured according to the technical specifications, and the system should not be overloaded beyond its rated capacity. If the emergency release is used, the handle and motor must be returned to their original position before driving.

Setup and Operation

Manual console

To rotate the manual Rotating Seat outward, release the side lever by hand, pull the seat outward to free it from the anchorage, and continue rotating until it reaches the correct position and locks into place. Returning it inward follows the same process in reverse.

The manual unit should always be moved all the way to the final stop. Partial engagement is not acceptable because the seat must lock securely in position.

Electric console

The electric Rotating Seat is controlled with a cable or radio remote control. Press the button for the desired direction and hold it until the seat reaches its end position. The movement stops when the button is released.

If the remote control uses a radio system, the input command is programmed individually on the keypad. This allows the control layout to match the installed setup.

Stand-up aid

The integrated stand-up function can only be used when the seat panel is reversed. It is also controlled by the remote control and moves only while the command button is held down. The stand-up aid must be guided to its final stop position just like the swivel function.

If a power failure occurs, the system can be brought to the default vehicle position by using the emergency release. The stand-up aid itself cannot be returned to the default position through that release and must be handled by a specialist workshop.

Emergency release

To use the main emergency release, turn the orange-marked handle from below counterclockwise and remove it. Then lower the motor until the drive moves freely, rotate the seat inward, reposition the motor, and tighten the screw again.

An optional stand-up aid includes a second emergency release. With an Allen key, release the two marked screws and manually lower the raised lifting unit. After using this release, the vehicle should be taken to a specialist workshop.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Wipe the console surface occasionally with a damp cloth. The seat upholstery can be cleaned with a damp cloth or with foam upholstery cleaner.

If the guide rail becomes noisy, it should be cleaned and relubricated by a specialist workshop. Regular attention to the sliding components helps maintain smooth operation and reduces wear.

Troubleshooting

• If the console does not function, check the battery first and charge it if needed.
• If the electric system still does not work, inspect cables and plug connections, and verify whether the fuse has tripped because of overload or excessive weight.
• If the motor is defective, it must be replaced in a workshop.
• If the radio remote control does not work and its LED is off, replace the battery.
• If the radio receiver is faulty, the receiver must be replaced in a workshop.
• If the LED stays on continuously, the switch in the remote control may be stuck.
• If the cable remote control fails, inspect the flat-pin plugs, lines, and spiral cable.
• If only one function button works, the spiral cable or relay may need replacement.
• If the manual console is difficult to release, move the seat to another load position and lubricate the sliding components.
• If the Bowden cable is torn or incorrectly adjusted, it must be replaced or adjusted in a workshop.
• If rotation is noisy, check for gear tooth jump, loose emergency-release hardware, or damaged sprockets.
• If movement is irregular or slow, clean the rails and sliding surfaces and lubricate the moving parts.
• If the seat console wobbles, ensure the turntable has reached the final stop and tighten all screw connections.
• If the final stop loosens, readjust it and secure it with thread locking compound.
• If the stand-up aid fails, remove any foreign object under the seat area and check the connections, limit switch, and spindle in a workshop if needed.
• If the electrical seat adjustment struggles, is noisy, or moves slowly, clean and lubricate the spindle and sliding components, check for loose screws, and charge the battery if necessary.

Pros & Cons

• Pros: Easy vehicle entry and exit, manual and electric control options, left or right rotation, optional stand-up aid, compact console design, and broad vehicle compatibility.
• Pros: Strong load ratings, crash-tested construction, and multiple comfort options such as lumbar support, armrests, heating, and custom upholstery.
• Cons: Electric and lifting functions depend on proper power supply and may require workshop service if faults occur.
• Cons: The stand-up aid and several mechanical adjustments must be reset or repaired by a specialist after emergency release or certain faults.