UK Jazzy 1113/RevF/Apr03
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I X . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
WARNING! Overinflating tyres can cause them to explode and can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Do not use a high pressure hose to inflate your tyres.
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Use a rubber conditioner on the tyre sidewalls to help preserve them. Check the tyres for wear.
WARNING! Never use a rubber conditioner on the tread area of the tyres; doing so may make the
tyres slippery and cause your Jazzy to skid.
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The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help
it retain its high-gloss appearance.
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Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within
the battery area, with the battery terminals facing inward toward each other. Refer to the frame decal for the
correct wiring layout.
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All wheel bearings are pre-lubricated and sealed. They require no subsequent lubrication.
DAILY CHECKS
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With the controller turned off, check the joystick. Make sure it is not bent or damaged and that it returns to the
neutral position when you release it. Check the rubber boot around the base of the joystick for damage.
Visually inspect the boot only. Do not handle or try to repair it. See your authorised service center if there is a
problem.
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Visually inspect the controller harnesses. Make sure that they are not frayed, cut, or have any wires exposed.
See your authorised Pride Dealer if there is a problem with any of these harnesses.
WEEKLY CHECKS
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Disconnect and inspect the controller from the electronics tray. Look for corrosion. Contact your authorised
Pride Dealer if necessary.
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Ensure that all parts of the controller system are securely fastened to your power chair. Do not overtighten any
screws.
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Check for proper tyre inflation. There should be
2-2.4 bar (30 35 psi)
in each tyre. If a tyre does not hold
air, see an authorised Pride Dealer for replacement of the tube.
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Calibrate the joystick if a noticeable difference in performance is detected or if the joystick does not operate
properly. To calibrate the joystick, power off the unit, place the joystick in the neutral position, and power the
unit back on. If a problem still exists with your joysticks performance, contact your authorised Pride Dealer.
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Check the brakes. This test should be carried out on a level surface with at least one meter of clearance around
your power chair.
To check the brakes:
1. Turn on the controller and turn down the speed level of your power chair.
2. After one second, check the battery condition meter. Make sure that it remains on.
3. Slowly push the joystick forward until you hear the electric brakes click. Immediately release the joystick. You
must be able to hear each electrical brake operating within a few seconds of joystick movement. Repeat this
test three times, pushing the joystick rearwards, then left, and then right.
