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Location of Parts

1. Release Cable: Pulling causes the Zinger to unlatch and 

fold.  The Zinger will automatically latch into the folded 
position until you pull the Release Cable again.  Pg.12

2. Release Pins: These must both engage in order to latch 

the Zinger into its upright or folded position.  You should 
hear them click into engagement.

3. Control Panel and Power Button: Power Button 

illuminates in blue when turned on.  Pg.17

4. Right Control Lever

5. Variable Speed Trigger: Varies speed from zero to the 

maximum in each range.  Pg.18

6. Left Control Lever

7. Control Lever Position Adjustment Screws  Pg.24

8. Swing-Away Foot Plate: Automatically retracts on 

folding.

9. Front Caster Wheels: No maintenance.

10. Rear Drive Wheels: keep inflated to 40PSI / 2.8BAR, 

check weekly.

11. Anti Tip Wheels: No maintenance.

12. Battery Pack  Pg.11 & 25

13. Battery Release Key Hole  Pg.11

14. Charge Port: Charge though this port with the battery in 

or out of the chair.  Pg.10

15. Motor: No maintenance

16. Seat Back Bar: Use this to push the Zinger manually 

with the parking brakes o

ff

.

17. Seat Front Cross Tube  Pg.12,13

18. Parking Brake Levers  Pg.14

19. Serial Number (left photo)

 

Location of Labels 

A. WARNING: Down hills increase stopping distance and 

turning radius.  Take down hills slowly.

B. WARNING: Shut power o

ff

 after each use.  Keep 

children o

ff

 chair and controls.

C. Keep tires inflated to 30-40PSI (2.5-2.8BAR)

D. First install opposite side on the RIGHT.  Then press this 

side down until the key latch locks the battery in.

E. This is a 240 Watt Hour Li-ion battery enclosure with 

concealed contacts for for use with a PERSONAL 
MOBILITY DEVICE.




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Summary of Contents for ZR-10

Page 1: ...ction control system which behaves very differently than front wheel steered vehicles For this reason it is imperative that all users read this entire manual before operating a Zinger Pay close attention to all WARNING sections in this manual as well as labels on the Zinger itself Zinger Chair LLC USA www zingerchair com ...

Page 2: ...ge 7 It is also printed on one end of your Zinger box You will need this number if your Zinger ever requires service or replacement parts So keep a record of your serial number by writing it and your date of purchase in the space provided below Disclaimer The Zinger is not intended for use by persons with physical limitations that could prevent safe operation Full use of both hands and arms is req...

Page 3: ... and Rough Terrain 9 Before You Ride 10 Charging the Battery 10 Battery Sleep Mode 10 Battery Installation Removal and the Battery Lock 11 Checking the Tire Pressure 11 Unfolding for Riding 12 Folding for Storage 13 Laying the Zinger Down 14 Parking Brakes 14 Getting In and Out of the Zinger 15 Control Panel 16 Power Button 17 Auto Shut Off 17 Charge Indicator Lights 17 Variable Speed Trigger 18 S...

Page 4: ...e registered trademarks of Zinger Chair LLC Patents The Zinger Chair is covered by multiple U S patents with foreign patents pending For more information visit http www zingerchair com patent html Operating the Zinger 18 To Stop or Slow Down 19 To Go Forward 19 To Turn Left 20 To Turn Right 20 Backing Up 21 Powered Reverse 21 Storing and Handling the Zinger 21 Carrying and Standing the Zinger 22 L...

Page 5: ...ed performance of the Zinger For your safety and the health of your Zinger it is important that you read each Caution carefully General Safety Warnings The following is a list of important Safety Warnings Read each warning carefully If you are unclear about any warning in this manual please email info zingerchair com to receive clarification before operating the Zinger Do not use the Zinger as a r...

Page 6: ...rols When leaving the Zinger unattended in the presence of children remove the battery and store out of children s reach Do not wear loose clothing such as a scarf or robe or carry anything that hangs such as a camera strap or purse strap which could get caught in the wheels or other moving parts or obstruct the control handles when operating Do not operate in bare feet socks slippers flip flops t...

Page 7: ...ear Drive Wheels keep inflated to 40PSI 2 8BAR check weekly 11 Anti Tip Wheels No maintenance 12 Battery Pack Pg 11 25 13 Battery Release Key Hole Pg 11 14 Charge Port Charge though this port with the battery in or out of the chair Pg 10 15 Motor No maintenance 16 Seat Back Bar Use this to push the Zinger manually with the parking brakes off 17 Seat Front Cross Tube Pg 12 13 18 Parking Brake Levers...

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Page 9: ...peed below 3 MPH slow walking pace By use of the brakes never let the Zinger build speed greater than 6 MPH on descent Avoid making turns on grades If there is a sharp turn on a hill find an alternate route or walk the Zinger If you are uncertain about the terrain get up and walk behind your Zinger by pushing on the Seat Back Bar In this manner your Zinger actually works well as a rolling walker I...

Page 10: ...aps Do not operate on saturated ground rocky or rooted surfaces loose gravel sand oil snow or ice playground chips or any other suspiciously unfavorable condition Always use sidewalks and official pedestrian crossings When seated in the Zinger you sit very low so that cars may not see or expect you Always use extra caution at crossings or whenever you are exposed to traffic Only cross at official pedest...

Page 11: ...while charging and green when fully charged as shown in photo This may take up to 5 hours The battery may remain in or out of the chair while charging NOTE Charging the battery more often from a lesser state of discharge will extend its life We recommend charging overnight after any day of use Battery Sleep Mode The battery will enter sleep mode after two weeks of nonuse This mode prevents a tiny ...

Page 12: ...e a bicycle lock through the lower base frame tubes when leaving your Zinger unattended in a public place Checking the Tire Pressure Your Zinger drives steers and brakes by engaging either a drive roller or a steel brake pad into the rear tires For this reason IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAINTAIN YOUR REAR TIRE PRESSURE AT 40 PSI 2 8 BAR If you don t have a bicycle pump with a built in pressure gauge you s...

Page 13: ...t front at an extended arm height as you are standing The chair should be on a forward angle as shown here 2 Next with the opposite hand pull the Release Cable upward and the chair will unlatch and begin to open 3 Finally grab the Seat Back Bar with that same hand and open the chair completely until the Release Pins click into engagement Always check that both Release Pins are fully engaged and pa...

Page 14: ... the Seat Back forward until it it meets the seat bottom The caster wheels will lift off the ground on their own 4 You should hear the Release Pins click into engagement NOTE Holding the seat bottom stationary results in a forward angle that causes the Front Caster Wheels to hang straight down clearing the folding frame members as they come together Notice the Front Caster Wheel circled in this pho...

Page 15: ...wheels may stand up thus preventing the Zinger from lying flat Parking Brakes NOTE The parking brakes should automatically set each time the chair is unfolded but always double check To release the parking brakes simply lift up on both Control Levers not the parking brake levers after sitting in the chair You will hear the Parking Brakes release when you have lifted far enough on each lever To set...

Page 16: ...urself into the seat To exit the Zinger come to a complete stop on level ground Apply both Parking Brakes Press the Power Button to OFF blue light behind the button goes out and swing the Foot Plate back with your heels Place both feet on the ground and place both hands on the front corners of the seat tubes to help yourself stand Carefully ensure that the rear ankle area of your shoes is free fro...

Page 17: ...f fingernails can lead to premature failure of the control buttons Each Speed Range has a top speed limit L Low 0 1 MPH 0 1 5 Km H M Medium 0 3 MPH 0 5 Km H H High 0 6 MPH 0 9 5 Km H R Reverse 0 1 MPH 0 1 5 Km H 16 Beeper Variable Speed Trigger Forward Speed Range Selector Button Forward Speed Range Indicator Lights Reverse Indicator Light Reverse Mode Button Charge Indicator Lights see following ...

Page 18: ...ghts turn the Zinger off then back on and wait 20 seconds Reading the charge indicator lights during or after use without first restarting the Zinger will likely result in erroneous readings NOTE The charge indicators are not proportional NOTE If the critical low warning occurs while driving red light on other three flashing do not panic Stop when it is safe turn the Zinger off and back on and wait ...

Page 19: ... dark or by using touch alone Remain in LOW speed range until you are completely confident in your skills SPEED INCREASES TURNING RADIUS The Zinger requires more space to turn as speed increases The greater your speed the wider your minimum turning radius will become For this reason slow down well before entering a turn and take tight turns very slowly below 1 MPH If the inside tire skids as you a...

Page 20: ...o roll due to a ramp or hill To stop quicker pull harder NOTE Remember that the brakes will always apply when both levers are pulled back If you have any confusion just pull up on BOTH levers to brake To Go Forward First push both levers down with moderate force hold them down while gently squeezing the Trigger Throttle to start the motor and vary the speed Always come to a complete stop before le...

Page 21: ...in power through the turn NOTE The trigger only activates the motor but the motor will only make you go forward when both levers are pressed down To Turn Right Pull up on the right lever while pushing down on the left lever The harder you force the levers the tighter the turn will become Practice turning and braking in LOW speed range until controlling the Zinger becomes reflexive 20 ...

Page 22: ... in reverse mode Press both levers down and pull the Variable Speed Trigger as if you were going to go straight forward Instead the Zinger will go straight backwards at low speed only Do not attempt to steer in Reverse To switch to Forward simply press the R Reverse Mode Button again NOTE Pressing the Forward Speed Range Selector Button when in Reverse Mode will NOT shift to Forward mode When in R...

Page 23: ...ur ability to handle the 41 pound weight of the Zinger Removing the battery will make it 4 pounds lighter 22 To carry grab the base frame tube with your right hand where the Keep Tires Inflated label is Keep the underside of the Zinger facing away from you as shown on the right It will balance from one hand The Zinger will stand on its side as shown above If you do not have enough floor space to l...

Page 24: ... of the battery cradle is also helpful to keep your clothing clean First open your trunk and clear ample space for your Zinger Next fold your Zinger in front of the open trunk and lay it down with the seat back bar nearest the car bumper See Laying the Zinger Down on page 14 Follow the three steps below Removal is the opposite of loading Grab the Anti Tip Wheels and lift the rear of the Zinger so ...

Page 25: ...pport a small pillow behind the lower back may be beneficial First on the inside of the base of each lever loosen the top screw but do not remove it Remove the bottom screw Keep the washers on the screw To bring lever higher lift the lever so that the bottom screw can be threaded into the hole as shown Be absolutely certain to tighten both screws firmly To adjust lever lower drop the lever so that...

Page 26: ...harge for an extended period Do not leave the battery on the charger for an extended period after the green light has come on First disconnect the charger from the battery and then unplug it from the wall outlet Do not leave the charger plugged in when not charging Important Note The battery will enter Sleep Mode after two weeks of nonuse In Sleep Mode it will not power the chair Plug the charger ...

Page 27: ...everse 0 1 Mph 1 5 Km h Range 8 Miles 13 Km Maximum Incline 10 Degrees on pavement only 5 degrees on grass etc Turning Radius 24 in 610 mm Motor brushed DC 36V 250W 7A Battery 36V 6 6 AH 240watt hour Lithium Ion 4 Lbs 1 8Kg Charger 2 1A Automatic Green Light charged input100 240V Steering Braking System Two Lever Control System tire brake and roller drive Frame 6061 Aluminum and Nylon Composite Fr...

Page 28: ... a mobility device And although not required because it is already in a case it is a good idea to put the battery in a zip lock bag to prevent any potential delays at baggage screening The following is taken directly form the IATA International Air Transportation Association handbook 54th Edition section 2 3 2 4 subsection d where a battery powered wheelchair or other similar mobility aid is speci...

Page 29: ...bit will NOT switch the Zinger out of Reverse Mode The control levers feel soft and spongy when I push and pull on them Check your tire pressure It should be 40 PSI 2 8 BAR Do not over inflate My Zinger does not steer straight If you are driving on a non level surface like the side of a crowned path or slanted sidewalk your Zinger will tend to steer toward the low side Try to find a level sidewalk...

Page 30: ...l gradual reduction in battery performance due to heavy use improper operation or failure to follow instructions according to this User Manual damage in shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier repair attempted repair or modifications made by anyone other than Zinger Chair LLC any unit on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed normal wear items includin...

Page 31: ...Printed in the USA 2015 Zinger Chair LLC www zingerchair com R ...

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