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Rehabilitation Products 

Power Assist Unit 

Owner/Users Manual 

 

 
 
 

For your safety and comfort read carefully and understand all of the features prior to 

using your new Glide Rehabilitation Products Power Assist Chair. 

 

Misuse may result in electrical or mechanical damage 

Summary of Contents for Rehabilitation Products

Page 1: ...ssist Unit Owner Users Manual For your safety and comfort read carefully and understand all of the features prior to using your new Glide Rehabilitation Products Power Assist Chair Misuse may result in electrical or mechanical damage ...

Page 2: ...ODUCTION SECTION 2 STANDARD FEATURES SECTION 3 GENERAL WARNINGS SECTION 4 CHARGING THE BATTERY SECTION 5 USING THE HANDRIMS FOR OPERATION SECTION 6 REMOVING THE WHEELS SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE SECTION 8 SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 9 WARRANTY ...

Page 3: ...lease take the time to familiarise yourself with the functions and features of your power assist chair by reading this owners manual If you have any queries about the functions of the chair you can call Glide Rehabilitation Products or your nearest Glide Rehabilitation Products dealer GLIDE REHABILITATION PRODUCTS 25 LEDGAR RD BALCATTA PERTH WA 6021 AUSTRALIA PH 61 8 9345 3400 Fax 61 8 9345 1384 ...

Page 4: ...SECTION 2 STANDARD FEATURES ...

Page 5: ...rned off There is danger when the speed increases to the point where you cannot stop by yourself Areas where the chair inclines sharply to the right or left Other areas that you are unfamiliar with the environment WARNING Traveling without the anti tip rollers fitted or traveling with the anti tip rollers incorrectly adjusted may cause a rollover Always ensure that they are fitted and adjusted cor...

Page 6: ...elf have an attendant help you WARNING If the battery warning light suddenly comes on and the Power Assist System comes to a stop with the buzzer making a beeping sound during operation there may be a malfunction in the system Stop power assisted travel WARNING Adding modifications to the JW 2 init or to the mounting portion may adversely affect its performance or safety Never add modifications If...

Page 7: ...uation it may cause a burn or fire Use the specified charger JWC 2 when charging the battery Always put on the protective cap when the battery is not in use Do not connect the terminals of the battery with the wires or other metals Avoid sharp impact to the battery and do not disassemble or modify it Do not use the battery on units other than the specified equipment Do not heat or throw the batter...

Page 8: ... any problems that occur are displayed here 2 Display Switch 3 Release Button This button releases the battery from the unit 4 Battery Fuse This fuse protects the battery and should not be removed unless there is a problem with it 5 Contact points Current and battery information is transmitted by the contact points 6 Protective Cap This prevents short circuits and protects the contact point 7 Spar...

Page 9: ...orates gradually with the passage of time The service life of a nickel hydrogen battery varies depending on the way it is used but is approximately one year or 300 cycles This can also be judged by looking at the capacity display after the battery has been charged As the level of deterioration advances the capacity display becomes less stable We advise consulting the dealership where the battery w...

Page 10: ...uld be removed and stored separately Names of parts of the charger 1 Power supply cord This supports an input power supply of 100 to 240 VAC 50 60Hz 2 Charging lamp Green This lights while the battery is charging and flashes in stand by mode 3 Refresh lamp Yellow This flashes when refresh charging is needed and lights during refresh charging If a problem occurs both lamps flash to alert the user 4...

Page 11: ... based on that information 3 Alerts the user to battery and charger problems If a problem occurs with the battery or the charger during charging the display lamps flash notifying the user of the location of the problem 4 Worldwide voltages supported The charger supports input power supplies ranging from 100 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz An adapter for the power supply plug may be necessary in some counties ...

Page 12: ...charging allow the battery to cool naturally until it feels cool to touch 10 to 30 degrees C is the appropriate temperature range for charging Caution To protect the battery a hot battery will not start charging until the battery is cooled off to an appropriate temperature The battery immediately after use on a hot summer day is likely to be hot Cool the battery to an appropriate temperature befor...

Page 13: ...y reaches the appropriate temperature When the battery temperature is appropriate the charging light green will light and charging will start automatically The stand by time will vary depending on conditions but it will take approximately one to two hours 3 When charging is completed the charging light green will go out automatically Caution Do not charge a battery that is already charged The temp...

Page 14: ...ly terminates and then charging starts The charging process is the same as the rapid charging CAUTION If you disregard the refresh charging alert and continue rapid charging the capacity display lamp may go off inaccurately Make sure refresh charging is done before the third alert NOTE Refresh charging normally takes 3 to 13 hours In case of high temperatures it may take longer It is a good idea t...

Page 15: ...faulty contact point Inspect the contact points on the battery side and the charger side and if there is any dirt or dust remove it If the contact points are dirty wipe them clean with a dry cloth being careful not to scratch or cause deformation of the contact points 2 There is a possibility that the battery fuse has blown Open the fuse cover on the side of the battery and inspect the fuse If it ...

Page 16: ...tlet by holding the plug portion CAUTION Do not pull on the power cord This can cause breakage to the wires 3 Storing the battery for a long period If the battery is stored for a long period the battery capacity will decrease due to self discharging Before using it recharge any battery that has not been in use for over one week 4 Recycling the battery Dead batteries are valuable resources that can...

Page 17: ...lamps no longer light even though the charging has been completed The travel distance also decreases 2 Check to see if the anti tip wheel has been properly installed WARNING Traveling without the anti tip wheel or with the wheels set to a shorter than correct length may cause a rollover Never travel without making adjustments 3 Get in the wheel chair WARNING There is a danger of the wheelchair mov...

Page 18: ...his can cause malfunction CAUTION Do not put your hands or other objects in the battery insert inlet Check that there are no foreign objects in the battery insert inlet Remove any objects before installing the battery Do not deform or damage the contacting points 5 Sit tightly so you will not fall off the wheelchair CAUTION Do not forget to wear a seat belt if you usually use it ...

Page 19: ... user to the remaining battery capacity If force is applied to the hand rims when turning on the power a warning beep will be heard and the safety system will be activated inhibiting travel Stop applying force to the hand rims and turn on the power again You cannot ride the wheelchair if the RED battery warning light is on immediately after replacing the battery There may be a malfunction in the s...

Page 20: ...re is a danger of a short circuit when the contacts are exposed 2 Pull of the coupler of the left wheel by slightly turning the end NOTE Wind the removed coupler to the right wheel to prevent it from being damaged 3 Lift the cam shaft lever on the left wheel Pull the lever and remove the wheel 4 If necessary remove the right wheel by following the same procedure ...

Page 21: ...he wheel spins when it is removed ATTACHING THE WHEEL 1 Insert the axle end to the frame mounting portion with the cam shaft lever of the left wheel lifted Then match the torque stop portion and fit the wheel in place 2 Mount the right wheel by following the same procedure 3 Push in the coupler by matching the portion WHITE of the coupler to the mark on the insert inlet ...

Page 22: ...rts 3 Store the wheelchair indoor where there is less humidity CAUTION Do not store the wheelchair where it is subject to rain direct sunlight or high humidity This can cause malfunction 4 Avoid storing the battery in places with high temperatures CAUTION Do not leave the battery inside the car for a long period of time in direct sunlight INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT Anti tip wheel and Bar WARNING Tr...

Page 23: ...dden damage to the wheelchair while traveling and may result in a rollover or the wheelchair being upset Always check the condition of each part of the wheelchair If you detect any problems have the wheelchair inspected and repaired by the dealer Crack in the frame Loosening of components Loosening or breakage of the spokes Effectiveness of the brakes Deformation of the castors Wear of the tyres ...

Page 24: ...r wheel drive Steering Method Right and Left hand rim steering Tyre Size 24 x 1 3 8 Charger Power 100 to 240 V 50 60 Hz Fixed Output 36 V 2 6A when charging Battery JWC 2 specified battery nickel hydrogen 24V x 6 7Ah 30A blade fuse Charging Time Rapid Charging approximately 2 to 3 hours Refresh Charging approximately 3 to 13 hours Ambient operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees C The travel distance...

Page 25: ...ntended users are advised that advice from an appropriate registered medical practitioner should be obtained prior to using an electric wheelchair 2 Except insofar as is prohibited by statute Lendal shall not be responsible for damage injury or loss of any kind to any property or person howsoever caused arising from or in connection with the Glide Power Assist Wheelchair All conditions and warrant...

Page 26: ... Glide Rehabilitation Products are manufactured in Australia by Lendal Pty Ltd ACN 009 003 694 25 Ledgar Rd Balcatta Western Australia 6021 Phone 61 8 9345 3400 Fax 61 8 9345 1384 Email info glide com au Web www glide com au ...

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