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Vogue

I . I N T R O D U C T I O N

SAFETY

WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd. (Pride). The power chair you have purchased com-

bines state-of-the-art components with

safety

, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design

features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Once you understand how

safely

operate and care for your power chair, it should give you years of trouble free operation and service.

Read

and

follow

all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual before attempting to operate your power chair

for the first time. You must also read all instructions, warnings, and notes contained in any supplemental instruc-

tional booklets for the controller, front riggings, and/or seating system that accompanied your power chair before

initial operation. Your

safety

depends upon you, as well as your provider, carer, or healthcare professional in

using good judgement.

If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for

setup or operation, please contact your authorised Pride Provider.

Failure to follow the instructions in this

manual and those located on your power chair can lead to personal injury and/or damage to the power

chair, and may void the warranty.

PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT

By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product or

remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail, refuse, or

neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this

product.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

Before using your power chair, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually

packaged. If you do not receive a complete delivery, please contact your authorised Pride Provider immediately.

Where damage has occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the delivery com-

pany responsible.

INFORMATION EXCHANGE

We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear about

the safety and reliability of your new power chair, and about the service you received from your authorised Pride

Provider.

Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety,

new products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your power chair. Please feel free

to contact us at the address below:

Pride Mobility Products Australia Pty. Ltd

21 Healey Road

Dandenong, 3175

Victoria, Australia

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and

we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

Summary of Contents for VOGUE

Page 1: ...Mobility Products Australia Pty Ltd www pridemobility com 21 Healey Road Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia VOGUE ...

Page 2: ... symbols below are used throughout this owner s manual and on the power chair to identify warnings and important information It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous condition situation Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury component damage or malfunction On the product this icon is represe...

Page 3: ...ridemobility com 3 I INTRODUCTION 4 II SAFETY 5 III YOUR POWER CHAIR 18 IV COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 22 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 29 VI CARE AND MAINTENANCE 33 VII WARRANTY 39 APPENDIX I SPECIFICATIONS 40 C O N T E N T S ...

Page 4: ...oid the warranty PURCHASER S AGREEMENT By accepting delivery of this product you promise that you will not change alter or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product SHIPPING AND DEL...

Page 5: ... for you to read and understand them completely Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging Maximum seating weight Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres Use correct tie down points for controller harness to preve...

Page 6: ...nsion lead to the AC DC converter or the battery charger Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard If necessary properly install an approved 3 pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2 pronged plug access Wear safety goggles Corrosive chemicals contained in battery Do not use a cell phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating ...

Page 7: ... other metal objects away from battery terminals Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Battery Set Configuration Positive Red Terminal Post Negative Black Terminal Post Connect Red wire to Red Positive Terminal Post Connect Black wire to Black Negative Terminal Post Do not use batteries with different amp hour Ah capacities Do not mix old and new batteries Always replace both batteries at ...

Page 8: ...roper disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging Unlocked and in freewheel mode Locked and in drive mode Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on a decline Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on an incline ...

Page 9: ...Vogue www pridemobility com 9 Contains Lead I I S A F E T Y Do not remove anti tip wheels Motor rating information label Power chair information label No step No standing Keep off ...

Page 10: ...tice Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and off of lifts up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to oper ating your power chair safely Modifications Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mo...

Page 11: ...ng bar psi x 0 06895 kPa psi x 6 89476 Incline Information More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills on your power chair Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline Take wide swings with yo...

Page 12: ...place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary WARNING Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or decline This could cause the chair to roll uncontrollably on its own Braking Information Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems Regenerative uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the...

Page 13: ...nclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible If suddenly caught up in rain snow severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity Thoroughly dry your power chair before storing charging or operating your power chair PROHIBITED Operating in rain snow salt mist spray conditions and on icy slippery surfaces can have an adverse affec...

Page 14: ...f a lift when the door s begin to close push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the power chair and the door will reopen Use care that handbags packages or power chair accessories do not become caught in lift doors Lifts Elevation Products If you will be traveling with your power chair you may find it necessary to use a lift elevation product to aid in transportation ...

Page 15: ...s in the proper manner RED cables must be connected to positive battery terminals posts BLACK cables must be connected to negative battery terminals posts Protective caps should be installed over all battery terminals REPLACE cables immediately if damaged Removable Parts WARNING Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts including the armrests seat front riggings co...

Page 16: ...ce between your power chair and the object you are transferring onto WARNING Before transferring position yourself as far back as possible in the power chair seat to prevent the power chair from tipping forward during transfer WARNING Avoid putting all of your weight on the power chair armrests and do not use the armrests for weight bearing purposes such as transfers Such use may cause the power c...

Page 17: ...ies radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters wireless com puter links microwave signals paging transmitters and medium range mobile transceivers used by emergency vehicles In some cases these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to the control system Every electrically powered mobility vehicle has an immunity or resistance to EMI The higher the immunity level the greater ...

Page 18: ...and 6 Typically the seat assembly includes the armrests seatback and seat base The power base assembly includes two motor brake assemblies two drive wheels two anti tip wheels two caster wheels two batteries and wiring harnesses POWER BASE ASSEMBLY SEAT ASSEMBLY ARMREST CONTROLLER VR2 SHOWN DRIVE WHEEL CASTER WHEEL Figure 5 The Vogue JOYSTICK FRONT RIGGINGS SEAT BASE ...

Page 19: ...trained e g from excessive loads the main circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics If the circuit trips allow your power chair to rest for approximately one minute Next push in the circuit breaker button turn on the controller and continue normal operation If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeatedly contact your authorised Pride Provider The main circu...

Page 20: ...oaded foot that acts as a lever to lift the power chair over obstacles As the spring loaded foot comes into contact with the kerb or obstacle the momentum of the chair causes it to pivot downward lifting the front caster wheels over the obstacle Once the casters are clear the drive wheels gain the leverage they need to maneuver over the obstacle When the chair is once again on level ground and the...

Page 21: ...hair is on an incline or decline as the unit could roll on its own Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface WARNING It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged To engage or disengage the drive motors 1 Locate the lever on top of each motor 2 Push the two levers downward to engage the drive motors drive mode See figure 8...

Page 22: ...component weights before you disassemble the power chair WARNING Remove the occupant from the power chair before making any adjustments NOTE Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be replaced with a new nut Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert resulting in a less secure fit Replacement nylon i...

Page 23: ...tact your authorised Pride Provider WARNING The power positioning systems are intended for use on a level surface only Never operate your power chair while tilted or reclined on an inclined surface Failure to heed this warning can result in the power chair tipping over WARNING Never operate your power chair while tilted or reclined on bumpy or uneven surfaces Failure to heed this warning can resul...

Page 24: ...ove the seat cushion 2 Loosen the armrest receiver hardware See figure 13 3 Reposition the armrest receiver to the desired seat width 4 Tighten the armrest receiver hardware 5 Adjust the width of the other armrest if necessary 6 Replace the seat cushion Leg Rest Width Adjustment You can adjust the leg rest width from 40 6 to 50 8 cm To adjust the leg rest width 1 Remove the seat cushion 2 Loosen t...

Page 25: ...2 Rotate the armrest lock lever rearward To adjust the top height 1 If present remove the optional locking pin See figure 16 2 Pull the armrest up to raise or press the release lever to lower the armrest to the desired height 3 If applicable reinsert the locking pin 4 Repeat for the other armrest if necessary To adjust the bottom height 1 Remove the two button head screws from the detent bar See f...

Page 26: ...troller cable and the manual recline lever cable to the armrests 7 Route the controller cable to the front of the power base and reconnect the controller See figure 20 To change the controller position in a figure 8 assembly 1 Turn off the power to the controller 2 Unplug the controller connector from the front of the power base See figure 6 3 Remove any wire ties securing the controller cable to ...

Page 27: ...controller or by adjusting the seat assembly WARNING The anti tip wheels may cause trouble when ascending or descending a kerb if they are not adjusted correctly Contact your authorised Pride Provider for more information To adjust the anti tip wheels 1 Remove both bolts from the anti tip wheel bracket See figure 21 2 Raise or lower the anti tip wheel in 1 25 cm 0 5 in increments by aligning the a...

Page 28: ... zinc spacer 3 Install the washer and nut to the assembly and then tighten the nut using two adjustable spanners 4 Repeat steps 1 3 for the other side NOTE If your power chair is equipped with an optional seating system please refer to the user manual provided with the seat for instruction on positioning belt installation or contact your authorised Pride Provider To adjust the positioning belt 1 O...

Page 29: ...ROHIBITED Never use an extension lead to plug in your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet PROHIBITED Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this ma...

Page 30: ...k in the batteries 3 Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your power chair again The batteries will now perform at over 90 of their potential 4 After four or five charging cycles the batteries will top off at 100 charge and last for an extended period Frequently Asked Questions FAQs How does the charger work The battery charger takes the standard electrical outlet vo...

Page 31: ...atteries that are sealed and maintenance free Both AGM and Gel Cell are deep cycle batteries that are similar in performance WARNING Corrosive chemicals contained in batteries Use only AGM or Gel Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions Why do my new batteries seem weak Deep cycle batteries employ a much different chemical technology than that used in car batteries nick...

Page 32: ... If you do not plan on using your power chair for an extended period fully charge the batteries prior to storage Disconnect the battery harnesses and store the power chair in a warm dry environment Avoid temperature extremes such as freezing and excessively hot conditions and never attempt to charge a frozen battery A cold or frozen battery should be warmed for several days prior to recharging Wha...

Page 33: ...rised Pride Provider Power chairs that are frequently exposed to sources of water such as incontinence should be inspected often for corrosion and electronic components may need to be replaced frequently Temperature Some of the parts of your power chair are susceptible to extreme changes in temperature Always keep your power chair between the temperatures of 8 C 18 F and 50 C 122 F In extremely co...

Page 34: ...ersely affect stability Inspect the armrests for loose hardware stress points or damage See your authorised Pride Provider if there is a problem Weekly Checks Disconnect and inspect the controller from the power base Look for corrosion Contact your authorised Pride Provider if necessary Ensure that all parts of the controller system are securely fastened to your power chair Do not overtighten any ...

Page 35: ...ild non abrasive cleanser to clean the plastic and metal parts of your power chair Avoid using products that may scratch the surface of your power chair If necessary clean your product with an approved disinfectant Make sure the disinfectant is safe for use on your product before application WARNING Follow all safety instructions for the proper use of the disinfectant and or cleaning agent before ...

Page 36: ...locks Battery Replacement A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the battery door See figure 26 Refer to the specifications table for correct battery specifications V I C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E Figure 25 Vogue Drive Wheel Disassembled TYRE SCREWS FRONT RIM HALF NUT REAR RIM HALF Figure 24 Vogue Drive Wheel TUBE MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories...

Page 37: ...disconnect both of them See figure 26 6 Remove the batteries from the power base 7 Disconnect the battery wiring harness from each battery 8 Reinstall the battery wiring harness on each new battery Make sure that you connect the red wire to the positive battery terminal and the black wire to the negative battery terminal WARNING Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secur...

Page 38: ... up but does not move Corrective Maintenance If the battery condition meter does not light up when you turn on the power Check the harness connections Make sure they are tight Check the circuit breaker Reset it if necessary Check the battery connections If the above conditions prove normal you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester These testers are available at automotive parts st...

Page 39: ...does not extend to those items which may need replacement due to normal wear and tear tyres belts bulbs upholstery plastic shrouds motor brushes fuses and batteries or damage to the product caused by misuse or accident for which Pride or its agent cannot be held responsible This warranty does not include labour or service calls BATTERIES Batteries are covered by a twelve 12 month warranty from the...

Page 40: ...dard batteries Up to 25 75 16 miles km with optional batteries Battery Charger 5 amp off board Weight Capacity 136 kg 300 lbs Component Weights Base and Seat 83 kg 183 lbs with pneumatic drive wheels batteries not included Batteries 24 kg 53 lbs each Group 24 19 5 kg 43 lbs each Group 34 18 kg 40 lbs each NF 22 Class of Use Maximum Safe Slope Maximum Climbing Ability 10 5 6 Maximum Obstacle Climbi...

Page 41: ...N D I X I S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Figure 27 Vogue Dimensions and Ground Clearance LENGTH WITHOUT FRONT RIGGINGS 85 09 cm 33 5 in WIDTH 64 38 cm 25 3 in TURNING RADIUS WITHOUT FRONT RIGGINGS 57 17 cm 22 5 in GROUND CLEARANCE 7 3 cm 2 8 in ...

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Page 44: ...at the factory Date Inspected Inspector Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance INFMANU3799 Product Serial Number Quality Control Vogue ...

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