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TRD0000, TRx Owner’s Manual- Rev. 5.0, January 20, 2005 

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Table  of  Contents

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Safety Symbols   .....................................................................................

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Introduction ...........................................................................................

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Important Information about your TRx System  ..................................

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Stability .............................................................................................................................

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Batteries ............................................................................................................................

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Weight Capacity ..............................................................................................................

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Hardware ..........................................................................................................................

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3.0   Safety Precautions  ...............................................................................

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4.0   Motor Vehicle Transportation  ..............................................................

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5.0   Power Positioning Functions  ..............................................................

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6.0   TRx Switches  ........................................................................................

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Normal Mode vs. Auto-Reversing Mode  .........................................................................

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TRx Switch Types  ...........................................................................................................

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7.0   Using the Power Base Joysticks:  

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7.1  Quickie Q-tronix Joystick   .........................................................................................

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7.2  Pride Remote Plus Joystick   ...................................................................................

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7.3  Invacare MKIV A Joystick   ......................................................................................

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7.4  Invacare MKV- DPJ Joystick   ..................................................................................

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7.5  Invacare MKV- MPJ Joystick   .................................................................................

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8.0   Safety Lockout and Limit Switches  ...................................................

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9.0   General Maintenance & Safety  ...........................................................

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Maintenance Schedule  ...................................................................................................

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Safety Inspection Checklist  ............................................................................................

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Lubrication  ......................................................................................................................

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Battery Charging .............................................................................................................

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Battery Testing  ................................................................................................................

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10.0   Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................

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11.0   Electro-Magnetic Interference  ............................................................

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12.0   Disclaimer and Warranty Information ................................................

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Summary of Contents for TRx

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Page 3: ...n for your records and for reference during any warranty claims Motion Concepts Serial Number Serial Number is located on the underside of the TRx seat frame Dealer _______________________________ Add...

Page 4: ...them Important This owner s manual applies specifically to your TRx Power Positioning System It is important that you read and understand its contents It is also very important that you read and unde...

Page 5: ...uto Reversing Mode 10 TRx Switch Types 11 7 0 Using the Power Base Joysticks 12 7 1 Quickie Q tronix Joystick 12 7 2 Pride Remote Plus Joystick 13 7 3 Invacare MKIV A Joystick 14 7 4 Invacare MKV DPJ...

Page 6: ...nce of independence and function We are a dynamic team dedicated to service manufacturing and design excellence We understand unique seating and position ing needs and continuously strive to enhance o...

Page 7: ...significantly reduce the rearward stability of your wheelchair Consider the backrest being used For example a recessed back can shift your center of gravity back and significantly reduce the rearward...

Page 8: ...ghing the TRx Seating System prior to installation B BA ATTERIES TTERIES DO NOT use the CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR on a JOYSTICK DISPLAY to determine the existing battery charge The joystick display indic...

Page 9: ...heelchair seat that is being replaced ________ if the original wheelchair seat is being re installed enter zero Weight of the TRx Power Positioning System refer to p 6 i PPS Weight ________ Weight of...

Page 10: ...surroundings before operating your TRx system Make sure that the way is clear of obstructions through the full ranges of travel of the system before operating any func tion Do not operate the system...

Page 11: ...nd the backrest This is accomplished using a linkage that slides the backrest down on the backposts as the back reclines Power Sliding Back PSB The switch operated PSB allows the back height to be adj...

Page 12: ...l the tilt function Normal Mode Pulling the toggle back will cause the seat to tilt back Pushing the toggle forward will cause the seat to tilt forward Auto Reversing Mode Pushing the toggle forward w...

Page 13: ...mode and two functions in Auto Reversing mode Dual Toggle This type of switch is capable of operating two functions in Normal mode and four functions in Auto Reversing mode Four Way Toggle This type...

Page 14: ...ick The power positioning function that is selected will be highlighted on the actuator lights see chart To operate the selected power posi tioning function the forward and reverse directions on the j...

Page 15: ...eft and right directions on the joystick The power posi tioning function that is selected will be highlighted on the LED Display see chart To operate the selected power positioning function the forwar...

Page 16: ...ed up again and released This operation will be repeated until the required drive mode light appears To operate the power positioning functions the joystick can be moved in the forward reverse left an...

Page 17: ...cator light will be turned ON while in the power positioning mode To operate the power positioning functions the joystick can be moved in the forward reverse left and right directions Note power posit...

Page 18: ...typically installed To access ECU1 tap the joystick to the left 2 times left left if ECU2 is required tap the joystick to the left 2 times and hold left left hold For complete instructions on the set...

Page 19: ...or recline motor functions Elevating Seat Lockout Switch All TRx power elevating seat systems when combined with tilt and or recline functions are equipped with an elevating seat lockout switch This l...

Page 20: ...ly see Battery Testing p 20 X X ensure batteries are clean free from corrosion moisture dirt X X ensure connections are tight and clean X X check for pinches or pulls in w iring over full range of sea...

Page 21: ...follow the instructions provided by the powerbase manufacturer and the battery charger manufacturer DO NOT use the CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR on a JOYSTICK DISPLAY to determine the existing battery charge...

Page 22: ...s the battery case in different locations 4 Voltmeter should read 0 zero if the battery is not discharging ii No Load Voltage Testing Test to determine the state of charge of the battery Refer to the...

Page 23: ...Check connections Loose faulty electrical connection Check connections Faulty limit switch Check Replace limit switch Limit switch is not set up properly Adjust Limit Switch Faulty limit switch Check...

Page 24: ...an be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitters receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the trans mitting unit examples include cellular telephones citi...

Page 25: ...eceivers such as citizens band CB radios while the pow ered wheelchair is turned on Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them If unintended mov...

Page 26: ...Motion Concepts If further service is required contact Motion Concepts USA at 1 888 433 6818 or Motion Concepts Canada at 905 695 0134 Limitations and Exclusions The foregoing warranty shall apply on...

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