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SECTION 4. FOLDING AND UNFOLDING YOUR POWER 
CHAIR 

 
Removal of battery Box 

1.

 

Unclip battery lead connector 

2.

 

Pull out both locking pins 

A 

(see diagram) and twist so they hold in the out 

position 

3.

 

Lift battery box out using lifting strap (velcro lid retaining strap) 

Folding of Power Chair 

1.

 

Lift up Left and Right footplates 

2.

 

Remove spreader bar (if fitted) 

3.

 

Lift seat upholstery directly upwards to fold chair 

 
Assembly of Power Chair 

1.

 

Unfold chair taking care not to put your fingers under seat upholstery bar –
push down and out on seat upholstery bars. 

2.

 

Lift battery box into chair using lifting strap ( Velcro lid retaining strap) 

3.

 

Plug in battery lead connectors 

Twist and push in both locking pins 

A

 (see diagram) 

 

WARNING – Battery box weight over 16kg – Take care when handling 

 
 

Summary of Contents for 4 Series

Page 1: ...ER WHEELCHAIR OWNER USER MANUAL 2006 1 For your safety and comfort read carefully and understand all of the features prior to using your new Glide Power Chair Misuse may result in electrical or mechanical damage Maximum User Weight 150Kg ...

Page 2: ...TION 7 BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE Pg 13 SECTION 8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Pg 14 SECTION 9 TROUBLE SHOOTING Pg 15 SECTION 10 DYNAMIC SHARK CONTROLLER Pg 16 SECTION 11 PRECAUTIONS FOR CONTROLLER USE Pg 18 SECTION 12 TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM YOUR POWER CHAIR Pg 19 SECTION 13 ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS Pg 20 SECTION 14 RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE Pg 21 SECTION 15 BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM Pg 22 SECTION 1...

Page 3: ...operation your wheelchair will provide years of trouble free mobility Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the functions and features of your power chair by reading this Owners Manual If you have any queries about the functions of the chair you can call Glide Rehabilitation Products or your nearest Glide dealer GLIDE REHABILITATION PRODUCTS 25 LEDGAR RD BALCATTA PERTH WA 6021 AUSTRALI...

Page 4: ...e Clutch 4 Attendant Brakes 5 Pneumatic Front Castor Wheels 200mm x 50mm 8 x1 6 Pneumatic Rear Wheels 203mm x 62mm 12 x 2 7 Swing Away Footrests 8 Dynamic Shark Controller 9 High Torque Motors 10 Folding Frame 11 Sail Cloth Upholstery 12 Velcro Calf Strap Maximum Safe Slope 12 Degrees moving Maximum Obstacle Climbing 48mm forward 36mm backwards with anti tip wheels fitted FIGURE 1 STANDARD FEATURE...

Page 5: ...nually push the chair you must make sure that you have control over the chair before releasing the motor drive clutch 4 Only use the push handles to move chair They are specifically designed for this purpose 5 When helping the occupant overcome an obstacle you must Learn safe methods from your health professional Explain clearly to the occupant what you are about to do and what they are required t...

Page 6: ...NING When your chair is on a ramp or incline the centre of balance of your chair will change Your chair is less stable when on ramps or inclines and should not be used unless you feel it is safe to do so If in doubt have someone with you Do not use the chair on a slope of greater than 10 degrees When going up an incline or ramp you must Approach the ramp or incline straight on Do not approach on a...

Page 7: ...that can be made by the user or carer Safety Performance Check WARNING Make sure the chair operates as it is designed to do If there is a change in the performance of the chair or in your functional ability contact your nearest Glide Rehabilitation Products agent to reprogram the control settings to match your needs It is advisable to have these settings checked annually Check for any uncharacteri...

Page 8: ...1 Lift up Left and Right footplates 2 Remove spreader bar if fitted 3 Lift seat upholstery directly upwards to fold chair Assembly of Power Chair 1 Unfold chair taking care not to put your fingers under seat upholstery bar push down and out on seat upholstery bars 2 Lift battery box into chair using lifting strap Velcro lid retaining strap 3 Plug in battery lead connectors Twist and push in both l...

Page 9: ...priate tiedown brackets are fitted to the chair and a 4 point restraint system Unwin is used Where possible wheelchair occupants should be transferred into and use the proper vehicle seat and restraints However if your chair is to be transported in a vehicle your vehicle restraint system must comply with AS2942 1994 CAUTION Do not use legrests or footplates as attachment points for your tie down s...

Page 10: ...hey are incrementally adjustable in height To adjust simply depress the two button locks located on outside of bottom frame move to desired height and ensure that button locks spring back into the holes nearest to your desired height To remove armrests from chair simply depress button lock in front armrest mounting socket and lift armrest out See Figure 3 FOOTRESTS The footrests are swing away and...

Page 11: ...e on a slope may be dangerous Automatic electronic brakes will not function BRAKES Your power chair has electronic brakes and they are activated in the flowing manner 1 If chair suffers a power failure while driving 2 When joystick of controller is released 3 When chair is turned Off In addition the power chair is fitted with attendant brakes for use when in free wheel drive clutch disengaged ANTI...

Page 12: ...rakes 5 Pneumatic Front Castor Wheels 200mm x 50mm 8 x1 6 Pneumatic Rear Wheels 203mm x 62mm 12 x 2 7 Swing Away Footrests 8 Dynamic Shark Controller 9 High Torque Motors 10 Folding Frame 11 Sail Cloth Upholstery 12 Velcro Calf Strap Maximum Safe Slope 12 Degrees moving Maximum Obstacle Climbing 48mm forward 36mm backwards with anti tip wheels fitted ...

Page 13: ...elf with the manufacturers instructions CHARGING TIMES Charging times may vary depending on usage battery condition internal resistance and age of battery In most cases overnight charging 8 10 hours is sufficient No harm will be done to batteries by leaving them on charge for a few days However prolonged charging is not advisable e g 3 days or more CHARGER SPECIFICATION Input 240V AC 150V AC 50Hz ...

Page 14: ...air a general inspection for loose nuts and bolts 2 Inspect and clean corrosion from battery terminals and cable connectors Coat with petroleum jelly ANNUALLY It is advisable to have an annual inspection of the Power Chair performed by an authorised Glide Rehabilitation Products Agent Their knowledge and experience enables them to identify and correct problems that might otherwise go undetected Fo...

Page 15: ...tery box connector is plugged in 6 Check circuit breaker located on the battery box lid The circuit breaker will trip when the wheelchair is stalled for a prolonged period or if a major fault has occurred If circuit breaker continually trips for no apparent reason cease use and contact nearest Glide Rehabilitation Products service agent Important Allow 60 seconds before resetting circuit breaker 7...

Page 16: ...h Pad This is a GREY pad located at rear left hand side of the controller behind the joystick Turning the Shark ON Press the power button All indicators will light briefly and will either show battery charge or Lock Mode Turning the Shark OFF Press the power button All LED s will turn off ...

Page 17: ...l dial is turned counter clockwise All driving parameters speed acceleration etc can be further programmed to suit individual needs and preferences of each user Using the Horn Press the Horn Button located at the front of the Shark controller in front of the joystick Grey button The Horn will sound for as long as the button is pressed Locking the Shark Some Sharks may be supplied factory programme...

Page 18: ...d have been programmed to suit your individual needs If changes are required to this original setting it is recommended that you contact an authorised Glide Rehabilitation Products agent In spite of their sophistication the controllers cannot take into account circumstances which put the wheelchair or controller outside their specified operating conditions and so it is important that the user foll...

Page 19: ...pending on type specified when ordering allowing easy lateral movement from either side of chair or for the fitting of a patient hoist sling 2 If occupant is ambulant or able to do standing transfers removing swing away footplates will allow better placement of feet when standing or conversely closer access to seat when transferring into chair 3 Where possible have someone assist you during the tr...

Page 20: ...f your environment has many steep obstacles it is advised that an anti tip wheel be fitted to your chair If there is a concern for occupant sliding forward out of chair it is advised that a suitable restraining device may need to be fitted Consult your health professional for advice on restraining device If there is a need for a lap type posture restraining belt to be fitted to the Series 4 Power ...

Page 21: ... system must be turned Off and a service agent contacted The Glide Rehabilitation Products Series 4 Power Wheelchair has been tested to and passes EMC requirements stated in EN 12184 In addition to this it has passed ENV50204 1995 for Radiated Electromagnetic Field from Digital Radio Telephones Immunity Tests Even though the chair has passed these tests there is always the chance no matter how unl...

Page 22: ...22 SECTION 15 BATTERY WIRING DIAGRAM Recommended Batteries 2 x 12V 24 Amp HR Maintenance Free Rechargeable Sealed Batteries ...

Page 23: ...r Thorn Proof P N 202501 CASTOR PINTLE AXLE ASSEMBLY 1 Dust Cap P N 77081 2 Circlip P N 7803 3 Top Nylon Bush P N 60390 4 Pintle Axle P N 600145 or 600146 5 Bottom Bearing Housing P N 60061 6 Bearing P N 20017 7 Top Bottom Castor Fork Retaining Nuts P N 62000 8 Castor Fork P N 200722 9 Castor Wheel P N 20125 10 Bearing Spacer P N 60627 11 Castor Wheel Bearings P N 20024 12 Spacer Washers P N 7827 ...

Page 24: ...24 CASTOR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...

Page 25: ...3 year warranty Frame will be replaced within the first twelve month period Thereafter Glide will extend the warrant for further two years and will either replace or repair frame Upholstery 6 month warranty This will cover against defects in materials or workmanship Warranty does not cover against normal wear or damage Tyres and Tubes No Warranty Spare Parts All spare parts sold will have a 6 mont...

Page 26: ...d upon the purchaser or other persons against Lendal arising under or as a result of the Trade Practices Act 1974 any other legislation or the general law are excluded and limited to the maximum extent possible and in cases where Lendal s liability cannot be completely excluded but may be limited the liability of Lendal is limited to one of the following at the option of Lendal a The replacement o...

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