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Fold & Go Model 760 PowerChair Owner’s Manual

EMC Part: 19272200 • Rev. 01 • 01/05/04

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If traveling outside of the United States, you may require a different charger or an adapter for your present charger.
Customer Service or your authorized service center can help you answer these questions and supply you with the
charger or adapter you require.

By Bus, Van or Truck without Disassembly 

— If transporting your power chair fully assembled in a van, bus, or truck,

secure it to the floor using a four point tie-down system.

The operator should then be seated in an approved seat somewhere in the transporting vehicle.

WARNING!

This vehicle does not meet Federal Safety Standards for motor vehicle seating.  Do
not sit, nor permit anyone else to sit, in the seat of during transportation in a motor
vehicle as this poses a significant risk of bodily injury or even death.

Summary of Contents for Fold & Go 760

Page 1: ...Two Electric Avenue P O Box 7025 Bellmawr NJ 08099 9803 Model 760 Power Chair Owners Manual Showroom Address Electric Mobility Corporation UltraLite Vehicles Division 599 Mantua Blvd Sewell NJ 08080...

Page 2: ...industry because it was more lightweight portable and versatile than conventional electric wheelchairs Today the Rascal is recognized as the world leader in mobility vehicles Our new UltraLite Fold G...

Page 3: ...Right 9 Braking 9 Initial Setup 10 Installing Seat and Battery Pack 10 Seat Installation 11 Battery Pack Installation 12 Charging Battery 13 Title Page Battery Pack Connection 13 Controller Connection...

Page 4: ...g 29 Preventative Maintenance 29 Seat Upholstery 29 Frame 30 Storage 30 Electronics 31 Motor Brakes 31 Tires Wheels 31 Tire Pressure 32 Title Page Battery 32 Preventative Maintenance Checklist 33 Trou...

Page 5: ...ite Vehicles UltraLite and Fold Go are trademarks UltraLite Vehicles a division of of Electric Mobilty Corp No liability is assumed with respect to the use of any information contained in this publica...

Page 6: ...with your physician should you experience any of these symptoms 3 DO NOT operate this unit after consuming any alcoholic beverages 4 DO NOT transfer on or off the unit until it is turned OFF completel...

Page 7: ...could result in an electrical shock 16 ALWAYS reduce speed when making a turn 17 ALWAYS keep arms and legs within the confines of the unit 18 USE EXTRA CAUTION when climbing inclines ramps hills drive...

Page 8: ...e by itself or to move in an unintended direction EMI could also result in permanent damage to the control system The sources of electromagnetic energy can be broadly classified into three types Hand...

Page 9: ...PowerChair to a certain EMI intensity is commonly called its immunity level 20 volts meter is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against interference from radio wave sources the higher...

Page 10: ...off as soon as it is safe to do so Be aware that if you do operate any electrically powered accessories radios cellular phones or other devices that your power chair may become more susceptible to int...

Page 11: ...d independence In this section we will acquaint you with the many features of your UltraLite Fold Go PowerChair and how they work Upon receipt of your PowerChair inspect for any damage Major component...

Page 12: ...batteries The three green lamps when lit indicate fully charged batteries four amber lamps indicate a caution level and three red lamps indicate the batteries must be charged as soon as possible The B...

Page 13: ...on page 24 Horn Pressing the horn button sounds the horn Releasing the horn button deactivates the horn The horn is useful to warn people or animals that you are coming towards them You may also find...

Page 14: ...ight Pushing the joystick to the right will pivot the unit around to the right while pushing the joystick to the left pivots the unit around to the left Try turning to the right and left and see how t...

Page 15: ...tial setup involves installing the seat and Battery Pack If the vehicle is delivered with the seat and Battery Pack installed you can skip this section and proceed with how to charge the battery befor...

Page 16: ...cle A Quick Release latch at the bottom rear of the vehicle frame secures the frame in place To install the seat Tilt the seat frame forward into the two front locations on the frame of the vehicle Lo...

Page 17: ...e latch keeps the Pack in place and properly connected when driving The velcro straps help prevent accidental damage to the Battery Pack Battery installation is shown in Figure 4 To install the Batter...

Page 18: ...ir or when mobility is a concern the battery can be recharged through a connection on the underside of the joystick controller Battery Charging Battery Pack Connection 1 Locate and identify the separa...

Page 19: ...g the round 3 prong plug attached to the Charger into connection on Battery 5 Attach the separate AC line cord into the Charger Connect other end to electrical outlet An LED Indicator on the charger h...

Page 20: ...Battery cannot be recharged while controls are operational Locate Charger connection on the underside of the controller Plug the cord from the charger into this connection Attach the separate AC line...

Page 21: ...e 6 Armrest Adjustments To adjust armrest width Loosen Adjustment Knobs on armrest bracket Slide armrest support to desired position Tighten Adjustment Knob to secure armrest bracket Repeat with other...

Page 22: ...ccessories Your Fold Go Model 760 can include several useful accessories to make your riding experience more enjoyable convenient and easier These accessories can include Carrying Strap Lifting Harnes...

Page 23: ...Day to Day Use Locking and Unlocking Disassembly and Re Assembly Shipping and Transport If you are unsure of how to operate your vehicle go back to the previous section before attempting any use Day t...

Page 24: ...e sure On Off switch of controller is in the OFF position before getting ON or OFF the vehicle Use the following recommendations to assist you in making it more comfortable to get On and Off the vehic...

Page 25: ...should be in DOWN position Armrests are lowered into driving position WARNING If any of these items are questionable DO NOT OPERATE Check before driving These conditions may cause accidents or injurie...

Page 26: ...ne If vehicle stops on an incline DO NOT attempt to continue When stopped on an incline back down with the speed set at slow and back down in one continuous movement DO NOT start and stop Always lean...

Page 27: ...To activate freewheel mode turn the controller OFF and locate the brake release levers on each drivetrain Brake Release Levers are shown in Figure 7 Push lever up to disengage the brake release and us...

Page 28: ...Fold Go Model 760 PowerChair Owner s Manual EMC Part 19272200 Rev 01 01 05 04 23 Figure 7 Drivetrain Brake Release Levers...

Page 29: ...from the Controller actual keys are not required Locking and unlocking sequences are described in the following and illustrated in Figure 8 9 To LOCK the Model 760 While Controls are switched On press...

Page 30: ...ck forward until you hear a beep Move joystick backward until you hear a second beep Release joystick there will be a longer beep alerting you that the power chair is now unlocked It is recommended th...

Page 31: ...estimated it can be taken apart within 5 minutes Use the following to disassemble 1 Turn the Controller Off and switch battery off at the Battery Pack 2 Unlatch the Battery Pack and remove velcro stra...

Page 32: ...u call your airline at least 24 hours in advance to ensure that they are able to handle your vehicle properly Ask your airline whether they will need to disassemble the Fold Go or whether they plan to...

Page 33: ...ter you require By Bus Van orTruck without Disassembly If transporting your power chair fully assembled in a van bus or truck secure it to the floor using a four point tie down system The operator sho...

Page 34: ...of your vehicle Preventative Maintenance Performing periodic preventative maintenance on your power chair will ensure long useful operational life as well as identifying any potential problems that m...

Page 35: ...ower chair can be lightly washed with a damp cloth and mild soap and water Auto polish can be used to keep painted surfaces in good condition Do not use abrasive cleaners or strong detergents because...

Page 36: ...your Fold GoVehicle brakes prior to use Motor Brakes If the motor brakes are functioning correctly you will not be able to push your machine when it is switched off or switched on with the brake relea...

Page 37: ...n To clean brush lightly with fine sand paper IMPORTANT It is not possible to predict the life expectancy of your battery Different workloads will affect battery accordingly Some Fold GoVehicle users...

Page 38: ...05 04 33 Preventative Maintenance Checklist Check Weekly Monthly Yearly Performed Date Comments Seat Upholstery ____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ Frame ____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ Brakes ____________ _ _ _ _ _ _...

Page 39: ...attery Level Indicator Amber or green lamps should be lit Otherwise recharge battery Circuit Breaker may have tripped Reset using circuit breaker reset button on right side of Battery Loose wiring Che...

Page 40: ...on right drivetrain Check motor connections 5 Green Amber Short circuit on right drivetrain Contact Service Center 6 Green Amber Charger connected Disconnect charger 7 Green Amber Joystick fault Joys...

Page 41: ...hout this number will be returned to the sender at the sender s expense In the event that you must return the product a Customer Service Representative can help you make the necessary arrangements To...

Page 42: ...ax Incline 3 10 17 Range 4 9 mi 14 km Turning Radius 30 77 cm Total Weight 88 lb 40 kg Seat Detachable Folding Battery Capacity 12V 12Ah 2 Battery Pack Weight 22 lb 10 kg Charger Off Board 2A Motor Ou...

Page 43: ...00 743 1302 Limitations and Exclusions The foregoing warranty shall not apply to products subjected to negligence accidents improper operation maintenance or storage commercial institutional or servic...

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