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1. THE WHEELCHAIR WARNING Do not put your wheelchair in freewheel mode while on an incline The chair could roll uncontrollably on its own causing personal injury and damage STATIONARY OBSTACLES STEPS CURBS ETC INCLEMENT WEATHER PRECAUTIONS Warning Do not operate your chair in icy or slippery conditions Such use may adversely affect the performance and safety of your chair resulting in an accident and personal injury Warning Avoid exposing your chair to any type of moisture at any time rain snow mist or wash Such exposure can damage your chair Never operate or charge your chair if it has been exposed to moisture untill it has dried thoroughly GETTING ONTO AND OFF OF YOUR POWER CHAIR Getting onto and off of your wheelchair requires a good sense of balance When you are getting on and off it requires your personal professionals to help you Avoid hurting when you are getting onto and off your power chair please observe the following safely tips Make sure that your wheelchair is off before attempting to get on or of Ensure that your power chair is not in freewheel mode Reduce the distance of you and your power chair Warning Position yourself as far back as possible in the wheelchair seat to prevent the chair from tipping and causing injury Warning Avoid using your armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury Warning Avoid2. WARNING Never hose off your power chair or place it in direct contact with A water Your power chair has a painted ABS plastic body shroud that allows it to be easily wiped clean with a damp cloth WARNING Never use any chemicals to clean a vinyl seat as they may cause the seat to become slippery or dry out and crack Use soapy water and dry the seat thoroughly 13 MOTOR BRUSH CAPS To inspect or replace the motor brushes N 1 Unscrew the motor brush caps Motor Brushes 2 Remove the brushes 3 Inspect for wear 4 Replace the brushes If necessary contact authorized provider for replacement brush DRIVEWHEELNUT 8 WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED CARRY IN WARRANTY For one 1 year from the date of purchase ADP Designs will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser free of charge any of the following parts found upon examination by an authorized representative of ADP Designs to be defective in material and or workmanship m Electronic controllers and joystick assemblies n Motor gearbox assembly E Main frame subassemblies fork caster beams metal seat base metal arms metal foot plate E Plastic components except body a Rubber components a Bearings and bushings E Caster and anti tip wheels WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS Motor The motor commutate or is not warranted if damage is caused by not replacing the motor brushes if they are worn heavily Motor brushes are wear items and are not warrante
3. motor wiring fault 4 Bars flash Right hang motor disconnected 3 Bars flash Left hand motor wiring fault 2 Bars flash Left hand motor disconnected 1 Bars flash Low battery voltage 7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your wheelchair is a sophisticated power chair Like any motorized vehicle it requires routine maintenance checks You can perform these checks Prevention is better than cure If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled you can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble free operation If you have any doubt as to your power chair s care or operation feel free to contact us Should your power chair come in contact with water 1 Dry your power chair as thoroughly as possible with a towel 2 Allow your power chair to sit in a warm dry place for 12 hours to allow unseen water to evaporate 3 Check the joystick operation and the brakes before using your power chair again 4 If any inconsistencies are found take your power chair to your authorized Provider 5 General Guidelines E Avoid knocking or bumping the controller especially the joystick E Avoid prolonged exposure of your power chair to extreme conditions such as heat cold or moisture m Keep the controller clean m Check all connectors to ensure that they are all tight and secured properly Storage Your power chair should be stored in a dry place free from temperature extremes Cleaning Instructions
4. Anpr Du 91555 15 Destens Perro REGNO 2001 021664 07 OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL 011 8185356 0823730190 2 INTRODUCTION THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THE ADP DESIGNS PRODUCT THE PRODUCT IS MADE OF THE BEST QUALTITY MATERIAL AND COMPONENTS THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO ASSIST THE OWNER IN THE CORRECT HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES OF YOUR ADP DESIGNS PRODUCT TO ENSURE CONTINUED RELIABILITY AND A LONG LIFE EACH UNIT IS THOROUGHLY INSPECTED AND TESTED BEFORE LEAVING THE FACTORY ALTHOUGH THE UNIT HAS A FACTORY GUARANTEE ANDR DU PLESSIS DESIGNS HAS DONE EVERYTHING POSSIBLE TO ENSURE THAT YOUR ADP DESIGNS PRODUCT IS SAFE AND RELIABLE BEFORE USING THIS VEHICLE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR EVEN DEATH NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING OR INSTRUCTION THE USER OF THIS VEHICLE DOES SO AT HIS HER OWN RISK AND ANDR DU PLESSIS DESIGNS PTY LIMITED WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE PERSONAL INJURY CASUALTIES OR DEATH BY ANY PERSON USING THIS VEHICLE OR ANY THIRD PARTY BEGINNERS SHOULD RECEIVE TRAINING FROM A CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR IT IS ILLEGAL TO RIDE THIS VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADS DON T ALLOW A CHILD TO RIDE WITHOUT SUPERVISION DON T TAKE ALCOHOL OR DRUGS WHEN RIDING THIS MAY AFF
5. ECT YOUR JUDGEMENT AND SLOW DOWN REACTION TIME MAINTAIN SAFE DISTANCE BETWEEN YOUR VEHICLE AND OTHER VEHICLES AND STAY WELL CLEAR OF TREES POLES AND FENCES OR ANY OTHER OBSTRUCTIONS NEVER RIDE THIS VEHICLE UNLESS IT HAS BEEN PROPERLY SERVICED ADJUSTED AND MAINTAINED ALWAYS CHECK FOR OBSTACLES AND DANGEROUS GROUND SURFACE BEFORE OPERATING NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPERATE OVER LARGE OBSTACLES OR WATERY SURFACES THIS IS NOT A 4X4 AND NEVER OPERATE THIS VEHICLE IN WATER ALWAYS TEST YOUR BRAKES NEVER MODIFY THIS VEHICLE THROUGH IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF ACCESSORIES PLEASE READ ALL WARNINGS IN THIS BOOK FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY OUR COMPANY HAS NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL CASUALTIES LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY ANY USER OF THE ADP DESIGNS PRODUCT ERVICES FULL SERVICES AT COMPANY POST OR COURIER SERVICES AFTER PAYMENT AND PROOF e THIS VEHICLE CARRIES A SEVEN DAY CARRY IN REPLACEMENT WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTIVE MATERIAL OR FACTORY WORKMANSHIP THIS VEHICLE CARRIES 3 MONTH REPAIR GUARANTEE THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAIRING OR REPLACING AT THE OPTION OF ANDR DU PLESSIS DESIGNS PTY LIMITED ANY PART THAT IS PROVEN TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL OR FACTORY WORKMANSHIP UNDER NORMAL USE AND FAILURES OTHER THAN THOSE RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER REPLACEMENT EXPENDABLE MAINTENANCE ITEMS MADE IN CONNECTION W
6. ITH REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SERVICES THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO BATTERIES AND TYRES THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT BUILT FOR PURPOSES OF RACING COMPETITIONS COMMERCIAL USE OR RENTALS AND SHOULD THIS VEHICLE BE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID YOU MUST AT OWN EXPENSE HAVE ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ON SS ee GOs 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EMI SPECIFICATIONS AND PARAMETERS OPERATION OF THE WHEELCHAIR BATTERIES CONTROLLER CARE AND MAINTAIN WARRANTY 5 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS reading and understanding this user s manual WARNING Do not operate your new Power Wheelchair without completely GENERAL Although this wheelchair is to enhance your lifestyle and give you great pleasure here are some rules for your own safety 1 Q ps 9 Do not drive this wheelchair without reading this manual Do not exceed the safe climbing maximum angle Do not use the joystick in an erratic manner when going up or down an incline Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum weight limit Do not turn off the joystick controller by switching the On Off Button when moving at speed This will bring the electromagnetic brakes on immediately and could cause damage to the joystick controller Do not drive over deep and soft terrain soft dirt loose gravel deep grass Do not attempt to mount a curb height above 2 inches Do n
7. ain lead and lead A compounds Wash hands after handing Charging The charger will indicate the following through different lights m Red Power on E Amber Battery charging E Green Charging complete Please refer to the LED indicator description based on charging status of the charger 5 Batteries TAKING CARE OF YOUR BATTERIES ATTENTION m Do not leave the charger plugged into the Charging Port if the charger is not charging m This charger is for indoor use only E Do not expose it to rain or water spray Do not cover the battery charging pole E Never to charge it more than 24 hours How to inprove the life of the battery 1 Please charge the battery before you use the wheelchair 2 Use all the green and orange lights and then charge Thus as soon as you get to the red lights on the controller it is time to charge 3 Do the above for atleast 5 full cycles this will enhance the life of the battery 4 Batteries should be kept fully charged at all times They must not be left in a discharged state if not using the unit for some time 6 Operation of the controller 1 On Off Button This button turns the joystick controller on and off Do not use this button to stop the wheelchair except in an emergency 2 Battery display This 15 a 10 segment display which indicates if the controller is switched on and gives the state of charge of the battery Additionally any faults in the wh
8. d Brake There is a one year warranty for the electrical function of the brakes Brake pads are wear items and are not warranted Battery The battery is covered by a separate THREE month CARRY IN warranty given by the battery manufacturer The battery is not warranted by ADP Designs Warranty Service can be performed by your authorized ADP Designs provider Do not return faulty parts to ADP Designs without prior consent All transportation costs and shipping damage incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the purchaser WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS gm ABS plastic body shrouds and footrest covers are wear items and are not warranted Batteries battery manufacturer provides a three month limited warranty Tires and tubes Upholstery and seating Repairs and or modifications made to any part without specific prior written consent from ADP Designs E Circumstances beyond the control of ADP Designs H Labor service calls shipping and other charges incurred for repair of the product unless specifically authorized by ADP Designs 14 DAMAGE CAUSED BY Battery fluid spillage or leakage Abuse misuse accident or negligence Improper operation maintenance or storage Commercial use or use other than normal ANDR DU PLESSIS DESIGNS REGNO 2001 021664 07 WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD NAME Buyer ADDRESS CODE POIBOX RODE Telno fax E mail CELL Date of d
9. eelchair s electrical system are also indicated by this display Refer to Table 1 for more details 3 Maximum Speed Indicator This is a 5 segment display which indicates the maximum speed setting selected 4 Horn Button This button operates the wheelchair horn 5 Speed Decrease Button This button decreases the maximum speed 11 Speed Increase Button This Button Increases the maximum speed Joystick This controls the speed and direction of the wheelchair Push the joystick in the direction you want to go The further you push it the faster the speed will be Releasing the joystick will automatically engage the brakes and stop the wheelchair 8 Charging Port for Off Board Charger Only plug into this port with the qualified charger certified by the original manufacturer of the wheelchair This port should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical devices The behavior against the two statements above will void the warranty of the wheelchair The controller can be fitted to suit either right or left handed users LOCK MODE The controller can be locked to prevent unauthorized use The locking method is achieved through a sequence of key presses and joystick movements as detailed below To lock Power wheelchair controller While the controller is switched on depress and hold the on off button After 1 second the controller will bleep Now release the on off button Push the joystick forward until the controller b
10. elivery Invoice Serialno SIGNATURE Comments DATE RECEIVED OFFICE USE ONLY Please forward this warranty registration card to the following address ANDR DU PLESSIS DESIGNS PTY LTD 11 WATERBOK STREET EDELWEISS SPRINGS 1559
11. ing putting all of your weight on the footrests Such use may cause the power chair to tip and cause personal injury Reaching and bending Avoid reaching or bending while driving your power chair If it is absolutely necessary to reach lean or bend while seated on your power chair it is important to maintain a stable center of gravity and keep the power chair from tipping We recommend that the power chair user determine his her personal limitations and practice bending and reaching in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional 2 EMI WARNING Electromagnetic Interference EMI Powered electric chairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy EMI emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones The interference from radio wave sources can cause the wheelchair to release its brakes move by itself or move in unintended directions It can also permanently damage the powered chair s control system The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types Hand held portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens band CB radios warlike talkies security fire and police transceivers cellular telephones and other personal communication devices unintended brake release or m
12. leeps Push the joystick in reverse until the controller bleeps Release the joystick there will be a long bleep The Power wheelchair controller is now locked To unlock the Power wheelchair controller Use the on off button to switch the controller on The maximum speed profile indicator will be rippling up and down Push the joystick forward until the controller bleeps Push the joystick in reverse until the controller bleeps Release the joystick there will be a long bleep The Power wheelchair is now unlocked SLEEP MODE If the controller is left on and not used for more than ten minutes the controller will automatically go to sleep This is recognized by a slow intermittent flash of the battery indicator lights Simply turn the controller off and back on to reset Fault solving of the controller The Self Help Guide Table 1 is intended to assist in the location of a fault that may occur in a certain part of the wheelchair If after checking out the fault from the table below and the fault is still showing do not use the wheelchair Turn off the power and consult your provider immediately 12 TABLE 1 BATTERY GAUGE POSSIBLE FAULT 10 Bars flash Battery voltage is too high check the battery connections 9 Bars flash Solenoid brake fault 8 Bars flash Possible joystick controller fault 7 Bars flash Possible joystick fault 6 Bars flash Battery charger connected 5 Bars flash Right hand
13. ot mount or dismount this wheelchair unless the joystick controller is off Do not use on the road except when crossing between sidewalks Do not sit on the wheelchair when in a vehicle but transfer to a vehicle seat Always stop fully before changing forward or reverse direction 13 Always engage a slow speed when going down gradients move the joystick slowly towards center position to reduce the speed 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Always approach and climb over curbs at slow speed Always approach curbs and gradients at 90 degrees Always keep the feet on the leg rest while driving Always make sure the batteries are fully charged before setting out on a journey Always charge your wheelchair in a well ventilated area to prevent any possible risk Always check that the drive wheels are engaged Always reduce your speed when turning sharply Avoid turning sharply on a slope or gradient To brake in an emergency simply release the joystick Always keep your wheelchair properly maintained Never try to use your wheelchair beyond it s limitations as described in this manual 6 PRE RIDE SAFETY CHECK We recommend that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your wheelchair operates smoothly and safely For details on how to perform these necessary inspection please see Care and Maintain Perform the following inspections prior to using your wheelchair Check all elec
14. ovement of the wheelchair which could result in serious injury Warning The following warnings listed below should reduce the chance of 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitter receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communication devices such as cellular phones while the wheelchair is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the wheelchair OFF 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the wheelchair may make it more susceptible to EMI 3 WHEELCHAIR SPECIFICATIONS AND THE PARAMETERs USING YOUR WHEELCHAIR Your wheelchair is made up of two main parts 1 The seat part It contain the armrest backrest and a set of the footplate and other small parts 2 The driving parts It contains the controller motor with gearbox battery a set of front wheel the rear wheel and the anti wheel Please see the following figure3 ALL OTHER DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB PAGE AT WWW ADPD CO ZA 9 4 OPERATION OF YOUR WHEELCHAIR Clutch For convenience your wheelchair has two mechanisms The drive and freewheel mechanism It changes through the clutch The drive freewheel mechanism is situated to the rear of the chair at the motors OR between chair and the body These levers will allow you to disengage the drive mechanism and ha
15. trical connections make sure they are tight and not corroded Check the connection between the controller and the electrical source Check the brakes Check the battery capacity THE WEIGHT LIMITS The maximum capacity of this wheelchair is on our web page www adpd co za WARNING Andre du Plessis designs will not be responsible for any injury of any person and or any damage to your wheelchair caused by overloading AND alterations INCLINE INFORMATION The safe climbing angle for your wheelchair is 8 12 degrees and below depending on your model Please see figure land 2 below FIGURE 1 max up FIGURE 2 max down OUTDOOR DRIVING SURFACES Your wheelchair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions dry level surfaces However there will be times when you will encounter other surface types For this reason your wheelchair is designed to perform admirably on packed soil grass and gravel Feel free to use your wheelchair safely on lawns and in park areas Reduce your wheelchair s speed when driving on uneven terrain and or soft surfaces Avoid tall grass that can become tangled in the running gear Avoid loosely packed gravel and stand If you feel unsure about a driving surface avoid that surface FREEWHEEL MODE out of gear Your power chair is equipped with two manual freewheel levers to allow for manual maneuverability Please refer to OPERATION OF
16. ve the wheelchair in freewheel mode Always leave the chair in drive mode the free wheel facility is there only to allow the chair to be pushed manually when the need arises i e to store or push out of a tight space 1 There is one clutch in each of the motor please see 2 Pushing the clutch up or down will enguage or disenguage the clutch Warning Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it Personal injury may result Make sure to ask an attendant for assistance if necessary Joystick The joystick is able to extend and be shortened 1 To the A direction loosen the screw 2 Follow the B direction pull the joystick to your desired position and 3 Tighten the screw B screw Adjust the backrest The backrest of the luxury wheelchair works just like a car seat and can be adjusted for your comfort Anti tip wheel Your wheelchair has anti tip wheels for your safety CHARGER When you want to charge your power wheelchair please make sure the power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the drive position B will obviously be connected to the power supply and A must be inserted either into the port on the controller or in the port on the batteries Attention We highly advise all the users to use the our chargers different chargers may cause damage to the batteries 10 Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories cont
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