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Rascal Rhythm SL
Powerchair

Owner’s Manual & Service Record

Electric Mobility Euro Limited,

Canal Way, Ilminster, Somerset TA19 9DL

Telephone: 01460 258100

E. and 0.E. issue 1 04/2021

READ all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations &
specifications provided with
this product BEFORE use.

Summary of Contents for Rhythm SL

Page 1: ...ord Electric Mobility Euro Limited Canal Way Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DL Telephone 01460 258100 www electricmobility co uk E and 0 E issue 1 04 2021 READ all safety warnings instructions illustrations...

Page 2: ...res of the product prior to or when it is delivered Please read this owner s manual thoroughly before using the Powerchair If you have any doubts about warnings or instructions ask the dealer for an e...

Page 3: ...stment 12 Headrest Adjustment 12 Transferring In Out of the Powerchair 13 Operation 13 Driving the Powerchair 14 Driving the Powerchair Hazards 15 Transporting the Powerchair 16 Battery Charging 16 Us...

Page 4: ...ility Euro Limited Canal Way Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DL Company Registration in England No 2419231 Features Layout Photo shows the Rascal Rhythm SL Powerchair See the Technical Specification for full...

Page 5: ...r safely Dealers will advise on the most suitable Powerchair from the Electric Mobility Rascal range but it is the user s responsibility to ensure that they have the manual dexterity to drive the Powe...

Page 6: ...e feet still on the ground they could become trapped under the Powerchair and serious injury may result Never stand on the foot plate in motion Do not carry objects on the footplates as they may becom...

Page 7: ...possible Never attempt to climb or descend kerbs greater than that noted in the Technical Specification section When in a situation to climb or descend a low kerb then always tackle it straight on See...

Page 8: ...ribed see Fig 1 Warning Do not attempt to drive or operate the Powerchair before reading the Owner s Manual Description of controls 1 Battery Indicator These LED lights show the level of charge in the...

Page 9: ...EEL mode is not engaged User should be sitting comfortably with feet on the footrest To raise the seat 1 Press either of the seat actuator mode button 8 on the Joystick Assembly Fig 2 The Powerchair d...

Page 10: ...h Footrests to be in the vertical position see Fig 6 Drive position can be changed by rotating the seat 1 Locate Seat Rotation Lever see Fig 7 With the powerchair in Rear Wheel Drive position as Fig 4...

Page 11: ...levers being in the DRIVE position without the support of an assistant or attendant Brakes There are 2 braking systems The first works with the joystick When the joystick is released the Powerchair wi...

Page 12: ...drive with the armrest up or with the armrest knob loose Seat Back Folding Adjustment The seat back angle can be adjusted for comfortable sitting The Seat Back can also folded down for transporting L...

Page 13: ...the raised footplate Use the armrest to take user weight and carefully attempt to stand and do not put undue weight on the Armrests If you feel uncertain about getting out seek assistance Operation Be...

Page 14: ...ve power To reactivate the Powerchair the On Off key will need to be turned to the Off position and then back to the On position Driving the Powerchair Warning Read this before driving the Powerchair...

Page 15: ...ing on an incline lean forward and apply power slowly do not start and stop Consider an alternative route if not comfortable about tackling a gradient Note Always check that the battery level is high...

Page 16: ...ket used for charging the Powerchair is protected by a 30 m A RCD residual current device Many buildings have sockets protected by a system based RCD If you are in doubt as to the level of protection...

Page 17: ...The battery charger has a multi coloured charge status LED lamp The lamp changes colour depending on the status of the charger See Fig 14 The LED colours have the following meanings Flashing red Stan...

Page 18: ...following checks before use 1 Visually check the Powerchair for damage 2 Visually check the tyres for inflation damage 3 Check the steering moves freely 4 Check that the tiller is secure and that the...

Page 19: ...ly when you book the service See points to look out for below 4 On completion of the service always test the Powerchair before the engineer leaves and make sure you are satisfied with the work carried...

Page 20: ...y an external signal The exact cause will depend on the type of wheelchair you have one possibility is the battery charger is connected A joystick fault is indicated Make sure that the joystick is in...

Page 21: ...gain Steering is loose or wobbly when driven Check for tyre damage or punctures Damaged steering contact dealer Loose seat contact dealer Powerchair behaves erratically when driven or judders or cuts...

Page 22: ...he charging cycle Batteries may not perform as well in very cold or very hot weather Ask you dealer to test and replace the batteries if they have reached the end of their useful life Care can prolong...

Page 23: ...age The fact that we estimate a service life for this product does not constitute an additional warranty It is important that the Powerchair you have suits the needs and abilities The Powerchair shoul...

Page 24: ...close to transmitter masts such as television or radio masts NOTE you may experience interference when close to ambulance or fire stations or other motor driven devices such as E Bikes and E Powercha...

Page 25: ...8 98 8 Mass weight of seat Kg lbs 19 4 42 8 Battery voltage and capacity Volts and Ampere hours 12V 50Ah x 2 Type of seat CaptainRotating Swivel reclining headrest with folding armrests Drive Wheel di...

Page 26: ...ervice Engineer Please make sure this part is stamped and dated after each service Dealer stamp 1st Service Dealer stamp 2nd Service Dealer stamp 3rd Service Dealer stamp 4th Service Dealer stamp 5th...

Page 27: ...28 Notes 27...

Page 28: ...Rascal Rhythm SL Powerchair Manufactured by Electric Mobility Euro Limited Canal Way Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DL Telephone 01460 258100 www electricmobility co uk E and 0 E Issue 1 04 2021...