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Cirrus Powerchair Owners Handbook 

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Doc Code: PCC_IFU (02/15) 

 

 

 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for CIRRUS

Page 1: ...Cirrus Powerchair Owners Handbook Page 1 of 24 Doc Code PCC_IFU 02 15 CIRRUS POWERCHAIR OWNER S HANDBOOK ...

Page 2: ...werchair safely The powerchair is suitable for everyday indoor and limited outdoor use It is suitable for use on outdoor pavements patios paths gravel and similar environment It is not suitable for fields ditches or similar If the powerchair is used in heavy rain or in the wet for prolonged periods the user and powerchair should be protected with a rain cape All Enigma powerchair are manufactured ...

Page 3: ...ving parts e g wheels and motors Drive on the pavement and pedestrian areas only The powerchair can be used to cross the road on a single carriageway or when there is no pavement present Do not take the powerchair on escalators Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication devices whilst driving as they could interefere with the powerchair controls Always switch off the powerchair befo...

Page 4: ...gage the emergency freewheel device after use Failure to do so may result in injury OBSTACLES AND KERBS Be careful when driving to avoid obstacles which could come in to contact with the powerchair in particular the front castors If you cannot avoid an obstacle then negotiate it slowly with care Repeated heavy impacts could reduce the performance of the powerchair and may result in damage or injur...

Page 5: ... held portable transceivers transmitter receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit Examples include citizens band CB radios walkie talkies security fire and police transceivers mobile phones and other personal communication devices 2 Medium range mobile transceivers such as those used in police cars fire engines ambulances and taxis These usually have the antenna mounted ...

Page 6: ...adio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the Powerchair OFF as soon as it is safe to do so 4 Be aware that adding accessories or components or modifying the Powerchair may make it more susceptible to EMI there is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the Powerchair 5 Report all incidents of unintended ...

Page 7: ...Cirrus Powerchair Owners Handbook Page 7 of 24 Doc Code PCC_IFU 02 15 PARTS DESCRIPTION CONTINUED CONTROL FUNCTIONS OPERATION Joystick Control Panel shown above ...

Page 8: ...f button applies power to the control system electronics which in turn supply power to the wheelchair s motors Do not use the on off button to stop the wheelchair unless there is an emergency If you do you may shorten the life of the wheelchair drive components The battery gauge shows you that the wheelchair is switched on It also indicates the operating status of the wheelchair 3 Increase Speed P...

Page 9: ...long bleep and the wheelchair will be unlocked locked 6 Horn Press this button to sound the horn The horn will stop when you release the button 7 Battery Gauge This shows the battery power level of the wheelchair The more LEDs that are lit the more power is left in the battery The LEDs will be lit constantly when the wheelchair is operating normally If the LEDs on the battery gauge are stepping up...

Page 10: ... wheelchair is being prevented from driving by an external signal The exact cause will depend on the type of wheelchair you have one possibility is the battery charger is connected 7 Bar A joystick fault is indicated Make sure that the joystick is in the centre position before switching on the control system 8 Bar A control system fault is indicated Make sure that all connections are secure 9 Bar ...

Page 11: ... and prevented from moving up or down the back post as this can be hazardous to the user Secure the lap belt by unscrewing the back canvas and installing the lap belt in between the back posts and the back canvas For safety it not recommended that the lap belt is installed any more than 10cm 4 higher than the seat canvas There is a risk of suffocation from users submarining where they slide down t...

Page 12: ... button whilst lifting up the front of the armrest as shown below To flip down pull the front of the armrest down until it locks in position Adjusting the controller position Flip the camlock lever underneath the arm pad then resposition the controller Then lock the lever to secure To use the foot rests To use the foot rest pull each foot rest forward until it locks into position To store the foot...

Page 13: ...djusting the seat sling canvas tautness Loosen the screws on the sides of the seat with an Allen key Retighten or slacken the seat sling canvas to suit you and retighten the screws with the Allen key Adjusting the tautness of the seat back canvas To adjust the tautness of the seat back canvas first lift the flap at the back of the canvas which is held in place with Velcro You will then see four st...

Page 14: ...Cirrus Powerchair Owners Handbook Page 14 of 24 Doc Code PCC_IFU 02 15 ASSEMBLY DISASSEMBLY AND TRANSPORTATION ASSEMBLY ...

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Page 17: ...battery boxes Lift up the battery boxes to remove 3 Remove the seat cushion and back cushion 4 Lift up the centre of the battery box and then the centre of the seat sling to fold up the frame 5 If required remove the back posts and anti tip wheels TRANSPORTATION If required fold up and disassemble the powerchair for transportation The powerchair should always be securely restrained during transpor...

Page 18: ...batteries as soon as possible as this is a warning that the powerchair is running low on power To charge the batteries Turn off the powerchair Insert the round plug from the charger into the joystick and switch the charger on The charging socket is located at the front of the joystick unit Charge the batteries for at least 12 hours for maximum capacity BATTERY CHARGING CONTINUED CHARGER OPERATION ...

Page 19: ...chair as this will cause a power drain on the powerchair and temporarily reduce its range 7 The batteries carry a one year manufacturer s warranty This warranty only covers issues relating to manufacturing faults and not faults relating to failure to recharge the batteries as instructed above 8 Charge in a well ventilated space where it is not directly exposed to sunlight Do not charge in surround...

Page 20: ... to do this could lead to a bad posture and eventual discomfort Check the charger If the fan on the charger is not working whilst the amber light is lit do not use the charger as this may lead to overheating There is a red LED present on the charger to show operation If this LED does not illuminate the charger is faulty BATTERY CARE The batteries are maintenance free and there is no need to inspec...

Page 21: ...tatic Braking Seat Batteries Back Type SLA AGM Gel Armpads Container Electrics Connections Condition of Loom Wiring Audible Warnings Battery Test Charger Wheels Charger Connections Tyre Pressure Test Run Tyre Wear Test Run complete Wheel Bearings List Items Repaired Wheel Fasteners Lubricated Greased Chassis Frame General Condition Castor Assemblies Manual Brakes Locking Mechs Service Year 1 Year ...

Page 22: ...r does not move when pushed Check the manual brakes are not applied Check the motors are set to freewheel Chair moves in opposite direction to that intended Check the leads from the controller to the motors are connected correctly Try swapping the leads over Wheels squeak Check the tyre pressure Controller does not light up when turned on Check the powerchair is turned on Check the batteries are c...

Page 23: ...0 x 36 x14 5 Seat Dimensions D x H x W 40cm D x 48cm H x 45cm W Total Weight 64 8kg 143lb Weight without Batteries 39 4kg 87lb Motor 2 x 320W 24V DC Battery 2 x 12V 36ah VRLA Cruising Range 15 mile Max User Mass 135kg 21 stone Charger 24V DC 4A Remark The manufacturer reserves the right to modify the specification if necessary The final specification is subject to the individual powerchair you pur...

Page 24: ... a direct result of a manufacturing or material defect Such items include among others upholstery and tyres 7 The above warranty conditions apply to brand new powerchairs Second hand powerchairs supplied directly by Drive Medical carry a six month warranty period If you are unsure whether your powerchair is covered contact your dealer 8 Under normal circumstances no responsibility will be accepted...

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