RJ Mobility THE METEOR INDEPENDENT Operator'S Manual Download

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION IN MOTOR VEHICLES

PARTS LIST

HOW TO USE THE POWERCHAIR

USING YOUR POWERCHAIR DO's & DONT's

USING YOUR POWERCHAIR ADJUSTMENTS

GETTING IN

TRANSFERRING SIDEWAYS

DRIVING

10 BATTERIES & CHARGING

11 TROUBLESHOOTING

12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

13 SERVICE HISTORY

14 WARRANTY

Issue 2: Jan 2000

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Summary of Contents for THE METEOR INDEPENDENT

Page 1: ...HE METEOR INDEPENDENT Wheelchair Before using your wheelchair please read this manual as it contains important information for the assembly transportation and use of your wheelchair THE TRULY VERSATIL...

Page 2: ...peration and maintenance please contact your supplier who will provide you with expert professional advice The wheelchair has been manufactured in a factory registered to ISO9002 This product is manuf...

Page 3: ...LIST 4 HOW TO USE THE POWERCHAIR 5 USING YOUR POWERCHAIR DO s DONT s 6 USING YOUR POWERCHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 7 GETTING IN 8 TRANSFERRING SIDEWAYS 9 DRIVING 10 BATTERIES CHARGING 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 MAI...

Page 4: ...o allow for different clothing Individual battery boxes to reduce lifting weight The latest programmable controller The smallest self contained controller with the latest technology Legrests that lock...

Page 5: ...es accept that risk is involved in travel but this is compounded by wheelchair use The wheelchair brakes are not designed to withstand forces such as cornering acceleration and braking within a motor...

Page 6: ...BATTERY TRAY 1 6 BATTERY CHARGER 1 7 BATTERY BOXES 2 8 JOYSTICK CONTROLLER AND BRACKET 1 9 GEL BATTERIES 2 10 DETACHABLE MOTORS OPTIONAL 2 11 TYRE INFLATOR 1 12 USER MANUAL 1 13 KERB CLIMBER 1 14 SEA...

Page 7: ...to the sliding bracket using the screws provided 4 1 3 Battery Box Remove the two screws securing the lid Put batteries in the boxes and connect batteries to cables inside the battery box lids using...

Page 8: ...omatically latch 4 2 3 Fit motors to each side Slide each motor onto the tongue at the rear of the chair until it locks automatically into position DO NOT USE YOUR CHAIR UNLESS BOTH MOTORS ARE SECURED...

Page 9: ...ray The first battery to be fitted has one connection in the right side WARNING THEY CAN WEIGH UP TO 15KG EACH DEPENDING ON BATTERIES FITTED 4 2 7 Connect battery cables between boxes and to the contr...

Page 10: ...ocket adjust for required position and tighten the knob 4 2 11 Connect the control cable from the battery tray to the joystick controller Firmly press the connector onto the plug 4 2 12 Locate the leg...

Page 11: ...SOCKET AND THE KERB CLIMBER IS FIRMLY LOCATED BEFORE USING THE CHAIR 4 3 FOLDING YOUR POWERCHAIR 4 3 1 The way to fold the Independent is generally the reverse sequence of previous Section A brief des...

Page 12: ...owards you Guide the cable through the frame 4 3 12 Slacken the locking links and remove the backrest by releasing the thumb knobs 4 3 13 Remove each motor by pulling each locking lever in turn backwa...

Page 13: ...DO leave sufficient distance to brake DO remember sudden braking can throw the user forward DO use the parking brakes when leaving the powerchair unattended DO use the parking brakes when the free wh...

Page 14: ...ic tyres are fitted and are not inflated to the correct pressure as this may render the brakes ineffective DO NOT stand on footplates under any circumstances DO NOT attempt to turn at full speed DO NO...

Page 15: ...bs ft 6 2 2 The footplate angle to stem can be adjusted by slackening the locknut on the adjusting screw and rotating the screw until the required footplate angle is obtained Re tighten the locknut on...

Page 16: ...pports forward 5 Lower footplates and put feet on plates against heel loops 8 TRANSFERRING SIDEWAYS ALLWAYS MAKE SURE THAT PARKING BRAKES ARE ON WHERE POSSIBLE AND MOTOR CLUTCHES ARE ENGAGED BY TURNIN...

Page 17: ...tch off and try again If the display flashes again refer to the Troubleshooting Section 8 9 1 5 Driving and steering the Independent is straightforward Always bear in mind the general safety hints tha...

Page 18: ...imb ALWAYS take care when driving on roads because powerchairs are small compared to most traffic DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB KERBS HIGHER THAN 11CM 41 4 INCHES 9 2 1 Point the Independent directly at the...

Page 19: ...pply both parking brakes Before leaving the Independent 9 4 1 Apply both parking brakes 9 4 2 Engage both the motor clutches 9 4 3 Switch off the joystick controller 9 4 4 If legrest supports are rota...

Page 20: ...of the battery This is dangerous and can damage the battery DO NOT allow the battery to be left in a discharged condition DO KEEP the battery top clean and dry DO LEAVE the battery in a fully charged...

Page 21: ...d on the charger SWITCH OFF THE CHARGER 10 5 FIRST remove the mains plug from supply 10 6 THEN disconnect the charger from the joystick controller 10 7 General notes on battery performance When new ba...

Page 22: ...ts have operated and prevented the Independent from moving The following list indicates problem areas Generally switch off check that electrical connections are pushed together properly and switch on...

Page 23: ...ually caused by a poor battery connection Check the battery and controller connections e Bars of the battery gauge are alight and not flashing but the powerchair does not move when the joystick is ope...

Page 24: ...fuel level Power braking is effective Parking brake operation Steering is effective WEEKLY CHECK Set and backrest upholstery cushions for tears or damage Push handles for security Wheel and castor sec...

Page 25: ...ck are not damaged UPHOLSTERY AND ARMRESTS 1 Examine the seat and backrest fabric for wear or damage Examine retaining screws for tightness Any that are protruding or loose should be tightened with a...

Page 26: ...that this manual accompanies your wheelchair whenever a service is required recommended every 6 months or any work is carried out Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer s stamp 6 Month...

Page 27: ...work carried out Repairer s stamp 6 Months Date Initial Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer s stamp 6 Months Date Initial Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer s sta...

Page 28: ...lowing delivery 24 months in the case of the crossbrace and frame 2 This warranty does not apply to fair wear and tear or where deterioration results from neglect carelessness accident misuse unauthor...

Page 29: ...justable foot rest Fully programmable controls Front charging facility Tyre inflator Anti tip rollers Detachable Kerb Climber Detachable drive system for ease of carrying Folding frame Individual batt...

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