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Page 2: ...ed at any time or in any circumstances Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and or equipment damage The intended use of the FR W04 device is to provide mobility to persons limited to a seated position that havethecapabilityofoperatingawheelchair Pleasefill outthefollowinginformationforquickreference Provider Address Phone Number Purchase Date Note This manual contains the lates...

Page 3: ...SAFETY WARNINGS INSTRUCTION LABELS 19 TRANSPORTING YOUR FR W04 33 BATTERY AND BATTERY CHARGING 35 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 37 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 39 BASIC FAULT FINDING 45 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 46 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 50 WARRANTY TERMS 51 SERVICE RECORD 53 I II III IV V VI VII VIII IX X XI XII XIII XIV XV 3 ...

Page 4: ...njoyable operation of your wheelchair Please remember that when it comes to service and repairs consult your authorized dealer II PRODUCT DESCRIPTION A range of accessories are available from your authorized Freerider dealer to further customize your wheelchair needs Under no circumstances should you modify add remove or disable any feature part or function of your mobility wheelchair Rear wheel d...

Page 5: ...ick Charger socket Armrest L Auxiliary wheel Armrest R Foot plate Seat lock knob Seat lock indicator 8 Rear drive wheel Magnetic brake release lever Rear bumper Rear anti tipping wheel Seat pocket Seat belt Battery Front caster 7 wheel ...

Page 6: ...The contoured seat helps cushion you from vibrations of your journey giving you maximum comfort The wheelchair comes with a speed controller which delivers a smooth jerk free ride For added peace of mind the wheelchair comes with an automatic braking system VERSATILITY The wheelchair seat assembly has 3 height adjustments locked 2 additional height adjustments for added comfort and versatility SER...

Page 7: ...atus indicator through the Power button will light up green and the Battery Gauge will display the current battery status If there is a fault with the system when powering up the status indicator will indicate the fault with a series of red flashes see section 10 Diagnostics To switch OFF the system press the Power button the system will power down and the Status indicator will switch off Figure 1...

Page 8: ...lchair will move in the direction of the joystick movement The speed of the wheelchair is proportional to the joystick deflection so that the further the joystick is moved from the centre position the faster the wheelchair will travel IV FR W04 FEATURE GUIDE 8 Caution DO NOT power off the wheelchair when your wheelchair is moving Failure to observe this warning will result in sudden braking of the...

Page 9: ...dle for 5 minutes or more it will automatically go into sleep mode to conserve battery charge The system can be woken from sleep mode by pressing the Power button or if enabled by deflecting the joystick see Enable Joystick Wakeup IV FR W04 FEATURE GUIDE Note Please find a safe place to stop and the device should be switched off Note Need to immediately charge your device The status indicator will...

Page 10: ...ovider if damage is found WARNING Do not attempt to open the battery charger case If the battery charger does not appear to be working correctly contact your authorized Provider WARNING Be aware that the battery charger case may become hot during charging Avoid skin contact and do not place on surfaces that may be affected by heat WARNING If the battery charger is exposed to adverse or extreme wea...

Page 11: ... to go when you are 1 2 TO CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS Switch off your wheelchair Your charger has two leads exiting from it Plug the 3 prong plug to charging socket located on the joystick of your wheelchair and the second lead to the charger unit before plugging it into the wall socket 1 2 Orange charging Flashing Green 3 4 charged Solid Green charging complete Depending on t...

Page 12: ... release hasn t been disengaged If the magnetic brake release is disengaged turn off the power switch engage the magnetic brake release then turn on the power switch before driving A A How do I move forward reverse and stop on the wheelchair When the joystick is deflected from the centre position the wheelchair will move in the direction of the joystick movement The speed of the wheelchair is prop...

Page 13: ...ttery will deteriorate in performance and reduce in range with time and use Batteries tend to deteriorate in performance and reduce in capacity when left in a discharged state left in cold conditions for extended periods or worn due to heavy use A Where can I drive wheelchair The wheelchair was designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions for indoor use on dry level surfac...

Page 14: ...e Refer to the Quick Start Guide to locate the seat lock indicator A Where can I purchase accessories and or replacement parts for the wheelchair You can purchase accessories and wheelchair parts from authorized dealers Where do I find the serial number for my wheelchair The serial number for your wheelchair can be found on the underside of the wheelchair lift up the foot plate and set the wheelch...

Page 15: ...e to carry 10 5Ah less than 300Wh battery but 16 5Ah battery is greater than the specified 300Wh do not bring in the aircraft A Note It is recommended that you check with your airline of travel prior to travelling in regard to checking your wheelchair Please be advised that different airlines may handle the situation differently How can I ensure maximum battery life Simply put a fully charged batt...

Page 16: ...l make a clicking sound Please remove the battery from the chair when the wheelchair is being left unused for an extended period of time On installing the battery for the first time please ensure the battery is fully charged 1 2 3 4 REMOVE THE BATTERY How to read the battery indicator meter Three parts on your battery indicator meter are Red Depleted battery voltage Light Amber Low voltage Green F...

Page 17: ...the knob c and adjust the level of armrest d and counter clockwiseto tighten knob c c d The joystick of your wheelchair is designed to allow you to adjust in different length in a comfortable driving position Install joystick in to joystick holder and fixed knob Put joystick holder in to the armrest Securing knob Connection transmission cable d 1 Joystick d 2 chair cover a b c d INSTALL JOYSTICK a...

Page 18: ...rusion or bend to the joystick cable Warning Please turn off the power Remove the both sides armrest bottom shroud Take out two sides the armrest from the armrest bracket Loosen the cable clamp setscrew on the armrest bracket Place the armrest containing a controller cable in the other armrest bracket Tighten the cable clamp setscrew on the armrest bracket Please reopen power a b c d e f g TO CHAN...

Page 19: ... of the seat The best practice is to remove the battery when transporting the wheelchair so as not to accidently power on the wheelchair which cause injuries and drain the battery Armrest Installation The wheelchair armrest installation guide included with your wheelchair order Insert and screw the adjustment knobs on the bottom side of the back of the seat assembly Note The knobs DO NOT need to b...

Page 20: ...ode Sit on your wheelchair with the freewheel mechanism in the disengage position Your wheelchair wheelchair has limited braking while in freewheel mode If your wheelchair is in the freewheel mode you will not be able to drive Dismount and re engage the drive system by pulling back on the magnetic brake release red handled lever Remount on your wheelchair Switch the power off and on to clear the f...

Page 21: ...nspections see the Care and Maintenance section of this manual Perform the following inspection prior to using your wheelchair Check all electrical connections e g charging connectors Make certain they are tight and not corroded Check the contact area of the battery Make certain they are serviceable and not corroded Check that your battery has been fully charged Check your wheelchair brakes Ensure...

Page 22: ... or when power is removed from the drive system Brake engagement is far more abrupt at higher speeds It is important that you anticipate when the brakes will engage and that you are braced for the resulting deceleration When cornering sharply reduce your speed When using your wheelchair at higher speeds anticipate changes in the road surface This will greatly reduce the possibility of a tip or fal...

Page 23: ... is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions i e dry level surfaces composed of concrete or asphalt There will be times when you will encounter other surfaces such as packed soil grass and gravel These surfaces may not be sound and fail to give good traction caution should be considered before driving on these types of surfaces to prevent stability problems resulting i...

Page 24: ...ands on the armrests and use the joystick control lever to drive the wheelchair Position yourself as far back into the wheelchair seat as possible to prevent tipping and injury Avoid using the armrests for weight bearing purposes Such use may cause the wheelchair to tip and cause personal injury and or damage Avoid putting all of your weight onto the floorplate such use may cause the wheelchair to...

Page 25: ...ance between your wheelchair and the object you are transferring onto Avoid putting all of your weight on the wheelchair armrests and do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes such as transfers Such use may cause the wheelchair to tip resulting in a fall from the wheelchair Note With those considerations as to help users get onto or off wheelchair the armrest is designed be able to lift ...

Page 26: ...e a safely controlled descent Always drive down an incline facing forward only If your wheelchair descent is quicker than you anticipated allow the wheelchair to completely stop then progress at a slower speed setting Never drive down an incline at full speed When climbing an incline try to keep your wheelchair moving If you must stop start up again slowly and then accelerate smoothly with caution...

Page 27: ...Do not use a cell phone walkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating ex walkie talkie Prevent clothing and foreign matter into the wheels Located on middle of cover Before driving please check 1 Do not use before reading user s manual 2 Each folding frame to keep on stable 3 Joystick is locked and adjusted in position 4 Seat is locked on seat frame and engaged 5 Limit for one person an...

Page 28: ...product Nonspillable battery Read the owner s manual before operating scooter Pinch point Located on both sides of chassis cover Located on top of pull lever Locked and in drive mode Unlocked and in freewheel mode Located on cover Located on side of cover Located on front of cover Located on battery case Located on front of cover Address of manufacture No 22 Bengong 5th Rd Gangshan Dist Kaohsiung ...

Page 29: ...ortationTesting UNDOT38 3 If they require the battery certificate of UN38 3 youcoulddownloadfromhttp www freerider com tworcontactyourlocaldealer Attention Belowinformationmayrequiredbyyourairlines Type of device Foldable power scooter wheelchair Totalweight 23 5kgs excl battery Dimensions L98 5xW45 5xH36cm Number of batteries installed 1 unit Batterytypes LithiumIon Battery 216 291Wh checkyourbat...

Page 30: ... control in the opposite direction to the way you want to go Practice in open space as required Please note reverse speed is set to half the forward speed for your safety DO NOT power off your wheelchair while it is in motion Failure to observe this warning may irreparably damage the main electronic speed control unit or transmission Always power off when your wheelchair is stationary GETTING THRO...

Page 31: ...n forward FIG 6 This moves the centre of gravity of your wheelchair towards the front of the wheelchair for improved stability When going down an incline keep your speed slow This will keep you in a safely controlled descent It is recommended for you to lean backwards as you descend If you wish to stop completely release the joystick lever and you will come to a gentle stop For your safety always ...

Page 32: ...ing to drive Always lean forward when ascending an incline and backwards when descending an incline to ensure stability as you drive Never attempt to drive beyond the design capability of your wheelchair Observe weather conditions at all times Tyres can slip on wet or icy surfaces DO NOT drive through deep water or leave your wheelchair exposed to heavy rain especially during or after wet weather ...

Page 33: ...y lift down the seat Load your wheelchair with the aid of a car lift Your dealer will be able to advise on suitable equipment Alternatively you can pull open the knob and removing the front caster wheel then put the loading mat on the car trunk entry which can easily be stored in the rear car trunk and use auxiliary wheel to move and arrange for proper location Follow these simple instructions for...

Page 34: ...nt of this and modify your driving accordingly Always make certain that your wheelchair is stored in the transport vehicle with the magnetic brake release system in the disengaged brakes locked position It is advisable that whilst transporting your wheelchair you DO NOT sit in your wheelchair whilst is is in a moving vehicle We recommend you strap down the wheelchair and transfer to the vehicle se...

Page 35: ...dy to drive DO NOT attempt to open the covering of the battery Failure to observe this warning will invalidate your battery warranty For air travel please consult your carrier prior to departure They will need advance warning that you wish for them to carry the lithium battery Please note that each carrier reserves the right not to carry what may be termed Hazardous cargo FreeRider cannot be held ...

Page 36: ...ill not drive if the charger is connected THE WHEELCHAIR CHARGER STATUS LIGHT INDICATOR Orange charging Flashing Green 3 4 charged Solid Green charging complete GENERAL Depending on the depth of discharge the minimum time to recharge serviceable batteries fully will vary from 2 5 hour up to 3 hours Please note that recharge time will vary between the minimum and maximum times indicated due to the ...

Page 37: ...hair Refer to the warranty sheet shipped with your wheelchair A Q Q Q Q How can I get the maximum operating time per charge Rarely do we have the ideal driving situation smooth flat hard terrain with no wind or curves and warm temperatures More often we are presented with hills uneven and loosely packed surfaces curves wind cold and heavy loads Conditions described above will affect the distance o...

Page 38: ...uarantee period due to extensive use of their wheelchair The battery has a defined number of discharge cycles it can make The more times you use your wheelchair the more cycles your battery will make the shorter its life span Remember The longevity of your battery will be dependent on your care in breaking in the battery Best practice for new battery Fully charge new battery prior to your initial ...

Page 39: ... unattended can cause deterioration to the metal frame ELECTRONICS Servicing of the drive electronics and charger should only be carried out by your authorized wheelchair service dealer These units are sealed and should not be opened BROKEN SEALS WILL INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY Below are some pointers to keep in mind DO NOT operate your wheelchair in exceptional weather conditions i e very heavy rai...

Page 40: ...en lifting heavy loads You may need a friend to help you Please be safe Do not lift the wheelchair by the plastic body work With the aid of a 13mm spanner not supplied remove the centre hub nut and washer Slide the wheel from the mounting axle Rear wheels are fitted to the drive axle via a hub which is located onto a key These wheels fit tight onto the axle and may need some pressure on the wheel ...

Page 41: ...ring for long periods of time Fully recharge your battery at least once a month if the battery is not in use continually Note The charger supplied with your wheelchair is specifically designed for Wheelchair battery and may not work correctly with other brand of battery Refer to Batteries and Battery Charging section of this manual for additional details LUBRICATION The wheelchair is designed with...

Page 42: ...ny damaged axle seals Cycle charge for full operation function Cycle test batteries for operating capacity Note Annual inspection will include weekly semi annual and annual checks listed above LUBRICATION Use a general purpose noncorrosive lubricating fluid i e WD 40 on moving parts All wheel bearings are factory sealed and should not normally need lubricating bearings should be lubricated with a ...

Page 43: ...thorized wheelchair provider A What if the battery indicator is operational but the status light flashes and the wheelchair is inoperable Check the status fault codes indicated by the LED on your power switch flashing Check to make sure that the magnetic brake release is not disengaged If the magnetic break release is disengaged the status light on the power switch will flash five or six times A W...

Page 44: ...ct settings could cause injury to the wheelchair operator and or to bystanders or damage to the wheelchair and or surrounding property If in doubt consult your authorized dealer FAULT DIAGNOSIS The speed controller system incorporates a sophisticated microprocessor which continually monitors the wheelchair systems to ensure safe and reliable operation Safety conditions monitored by the speed contr...

Page 45: ... power module Check and or replace left motor 4 Right Motor Error Check cables and connectors Replace power module Check and or replace left motor 5 Left Park Brake Error Check cables and connectors Check left park brake is released 6 Right Park Brake Error Check cables and connectors Check left park brake is released 7 Module Error other than remote module Check cables and connectors Check module...

Page 46: ... height 22 8 cm 8 98 inches Footrest to seat distance 22 5 33 5cm 8 86 13 19inches Leg to seat surface angle 128 Armrest to seat distance max 23 cm 9 inches Maximum Allowable Incline 2 6 Brake Electronic regenerative and electromechanical Type B indoor with some outdoor capabilities EN12184 2014 Class 2 Highway Regulations 1988 Maximum safe Incline angle 6 degrees See Warning message below Due to ...

Page 47: ...lies with UN38 3 Charger AC input 100 240 volt 50 60Hz DC output 24 volt 5 Amp for li ion battery Battery Conforms to EN60335 2 29 and EN12184 EN12184 2014 EN55022 2010 Class B EN60601 1 2 2007 CISPR 11 2009 A1 2010 IEC61000 4 2 IEC61000 4 3 IEC60601 1 AAMI ANSI ES 60601 1 2005 FCC Part 15 2010 Subpart B Class B ISO 7176 standard series Electrical System 24 volt DC Drive system Rear wheel direct d...

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Page 49: ...more susceptible to interference from radio waves sources Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to your authorized dealer noting if there is a radio wave source nearby Your authorized service technician will then be able to diagnose your wheelchair to eliminate any possible wheelchair component failure Your wheelchair has been tested to the following standards with reference...

Page 50: ...ldable mobility wheelchair with optional accessories for your convenience For information regarding these optional accessories listed above please contact your authorized dealer DO NOT over load accessories as this will affect the weight capacity of your wheelchair and decrease stability Warning ...

Page 51: ...tyres punctures lubrication mats oil seals gaskets screws upholstery motor brushes fuses batteries handgrips etc or to damage to the product caused by misuse neglect or accident This warranty does not apply if your wheelchair shows signs of excessive wear and abuse or has been modified without the authority of your authorized dealer The following items are not covered by your warranty Any noise or...

Page 52: ...wheelchair will benefit from regular service inspections to keep it in pristine condition The frequency of these service inspections will depend on the amount of use of your vehicle We strongly recommend you contact your local authorized dealer to arrange for a service visit See Care Maintenance Section of this manual It is recommended that you fully service your wheelchair at least every 12 month...

Page 53: ...r service agent will also benefit from a documented record This manual should accompany the wheelchair when service or repair work is carried out The service agent will complete this section and return the manual to you DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK CARRIED OUT DEALER STAMP DATE INITIALS DETAILS OF WORK...

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