Pride I-Go 5513, Owner'S Manual

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9. Maintenance
9.1 Maintenance
Your power wheelchair also requires routine maintenance
like other
motorized vehicle
s
. Some checks can be performed by yourself, but others
require assistance from your service agent. Preventive maintenance is very
important. If you follow the maintenance and checks in this section, your
wheelchair will offer you trouble-free operation for years. If you have any
doubt for your wheelchair’s care or operation, please contact your service
agent.
9.1.1 Humidity
Your wheelchair, like most electrical and mechanical equipments, is
susceptible to external conditions. In any case, you should avoid the damp
environment. Direct or prolonged exposure to water or dampness could
cause the wheelchair to malfunction electronically and mechanically. Water
can cause electrical components and the chair’s frame to be corroded.
9.1.2 Temperature
●Some parts of your wheelchair are susceptible to temperature.
●In extemely cold temperature, the battery can be frozen.
●Temperature above 55°may cause your wheelchair’s speed to be
reduced.
9.1.3 General Guidelines
●Avoid beating the controller, especially the joystick.
●Avoid the exposure of your wheelchair for long time to extreme conditions,
such as hot, cold or moisture environment.
●Keep the controller clean.
●Check all electric connections, including the cable and connectors of the
charger, and ensure that they are all tight and secure.
●If only red LEDs on the Battery Gauge are lit, the batteries are almost
out
of charge. You should recharge the batteries as soon as possible.
●The frame surface has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can
apply a light coat of car wax to make the surface keep a high gloss.
●Check all cables. Make sure they are in good condition and are not
corroded. The battery must be fully inserted in the end of the battery box.
●All wheel bearings are lubricated and sealed. There is no need to lubricate
them
yourself
.
●Check if there are loose parts for wheel hub, drive device, and chair
itself
.
If
loose,
tighten them
in time.
WARNING!
Never let the battery
freeze
, do not charge the frozen battery,
which may cause personal injury and the battery damaged.
9.1.4 Maintenance after use
●Turn off the power(It is the best to disconnect all the connectors.)
● Prevent children and unfit people from using the wheelchair.
●Store the wheelchair in normal temperature to prevent reformation
so
that it keeps its performances for long period.
●Clean the wheelchair with a clear and soft cloth and dry it. Never use
any chemicals to clean it.(to prevent reformation and discoloration).
●Remove the cloth cover of the seatback to be washed if it is dirty, and
then dry it for use.
9.1.5 Routine Checks
Inspec � on Items At any � me Weekly Monthly Six monthly
All parts
○
Joys � ck func � on
○
Brake System
○
Connec � on
○
Ba � ery Condi � on
○
Tire Condi � on
○
Frame Condi � on
○
Front Wheel Condi � on
○
Pureness
○
9.1.6 Cleaning
■Never wash your wheelchair with water or expose directly to water.
■Surface of wheelchair frame is coated with a protective coating.
Therefore, it is very easy to wipe it clean with a damp cloth. Never use
any chemicals to clean the vinylon seat and armrest, as they may
cause the latter slip or chapped. You can use a damp cloth and neutral
soapy water to clean them, and then dry thoroughly.
9.2 Troubleshooting: Refer to manual 7.Fault Diagnosis and
Troubleshooting.
10. Transportation and storage
10.1 Transportation
You can load and transport according to the shipping marks and
graphics. For details, see the attachment.
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