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Summary of Contents for Teknique HD-6

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Page 3: ...eproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of HOVEROUND CORPORATION N...

Page 4: ...ve yet rugged simple yet functional gentle yet powerful and above all the Teknique HD6 provides an outstanding level of maneuverability We believe that the Teknique HD6 will afford you reliable comfor...

Page 5: ...Your Teknique HD6 17 Joystick Controller 19 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging 21 Caring For Your Batteries 21 Battery Replacement 22 Charging Your Batteries 23 Chapter 3 Manual Brake Release Levers 26...

Page 6: ...outine Maintenance 40 Chapter 9 Disassembling and Reassembling Your Teknique HD6 43 Controller Removal Replacement 43 Removal and Installation of Seats With Side Rails 44 Chapter 10 Electromagnetic In...

Page 7: ...staff consists of dedicated professionals who take exceptional pride in the products and services they provide These include mobility specialists factory trained technicians and skilled customer servi...

Page 8: ...ntained in guidance from the Americans with Disabilities Act which can be located at http www access board gov adaag html adaag htm The lists below detail some important safety warnings Please read th...

Page 9: ...oid serious injury or fatality from sudden unexpected movement of the chair or contact with moving parts and other objects Keep your hands legs and feet away from moving wheels Do not use your power w...

Page 10: ...drive a power wheelchair off or up onto a curb stairs higher than 2 0 inches or an escalator Avoid slippery surfaces such as ice oily polished and or treated surfaces Secure or remove any loose rugs...

Page 11: ...the folding seat back if it has not been locked into place with the seat locking screw Do not carry passengers or cargo Do not stand on footplate Do not put weight on footplate armrest or controller w...

Page 12: ...ocks are engaged to prevent the wheels from moving Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm If you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle ALWAYS...

Page 13: ...D82014014B 10 15 Hoveround Teknique HD6 Diagram 13 Hoveround Teknique HD6 Diagram...

Page 14: ...14 Hoveround Teknique HD6 Warning Labels D82014014B 10 15 Hoveround Teknique HD6 Warning Labels...

Page 15: ...ing Labels 15 EMI Warning Label SERIAL NUMBER LABEL LOCATED ON REAR OF CHAIR Serial Number DOM Date of Manufacture Code Month Year A Jan 12 2012 B Feb C Mar D Apr E May F June G July H Aug J Sept K Oc...

Page 16: ...ler page 19 2 Flip up the footplate or legrests if equipped Footplate Down Footplate Up Sudden change in motion loss of control or tip over may cause a collision or fall from the seat and result in se...

Page 17: ...ways fasten seat belt to maintain proper positioning in the seat Set speed response control of joystick to minimum while learning to drive the power wheelchair Driving with the seatback reclined makes...

Page 18: ...commands if a fault condition is sensed To avoid serious injury or death from a fall or collision set speed response control for the environment and your skill level Set control to minimum if you are...

Page 19: ...indicators necessary to drive your Teknique HD6 are located on the joystick controller See Figure 1A 2 3 8 7 5 1 6 4 Figure 1A 1 ON OFF Press to turn the system on and off 2 System Status Indicator St...

Page 20: ...the joystick in reverse until the controller beeps Release the joystick There will be a long beep that indicates the controller is locked 3 To unlock turn the control system on The speed response indi...

Page 21: ...als and gases ALWAYS wash your hands after handling any part of the battery Batteries are heavy Use proper lifting and handling practices to prevent dropping pinching or lifting related injuries ALWAY...

Page 22: ...electrical system except those supplied by Hoveround ALWAYS use batteries of the same type and capacity for this power wheelchair NEVER connect life support systems or auxiliary devices to your wheelc...

Page 23: ...power source DO NOT use the charger if the cables or connectors are damaged Cables and connectors can be damaged by Traveling over the cable or connectors Yanking the cable out of the wall outlet or...

Page 24: ...ure 2A below Align the three pins on the plug with the three holes on the port and push the plug in place Make sure the plug is fully seated in the charger port If it is not pushed all the way the bat...

Page 25: ...If the light is red the batteries are charging 8 When the light is green the batteries are charged 9 If the batteries do not appear to be fully charged and the green light is on check to make sure th...

Page 26: ...ased your power wheelchair cannot be driven An error code will appear when attempting to operate your power wheelchair when the brakes are released Push both manual brake release levers upward to re e...

Page 27: ...o your power wheelchair Driving with the seatback reclined makes it difficult to see where you are going and increases the chance of serious injury or death from collision and tip over Do not attempt...

Page 28: ...buckle To adjust the belt tension lift the buckle to loosen or pull the strap to tighten the tension of the seat belt to a comfortable position Seat Belt Adjustment Always fasten seat belt to maintai...

Page 29: ...make the adjustment Turn the screw clockwise to lower the arm and counterclockwise to raise the arm Figure 4D Controller Position Adjustment You can adjust the position of the controller by lifting th...

Page 30: ...nd set screws 3 Move the arms to a comfortable width Make sure the tubes do not extend beyond the set screws 4 Tighten the knobs and set screws Arm Height Adjustment If arm height adjustment is requir...

Page 31: ...ure the holes in the outer hinge and inner hinge brackets line up for the desired angle 3 Re install the screws and nuts into the new location and tighten securely Figure 4I The seat back will fold fo...

Page 32: ...he desired amount Align the bracket holes to the frame holes 6 Reinstall the seat bracket bolts Rear Bolt Front Bolt Adjusting The Seat Position Seats with side mounting brackets can be adjusted forwa...

Page 33: ...t back locked into place and stationary screws and a hex key have been provided with your Hoveround to lock the seat back Figure 4K Figure 4L Figure 4M Figure 4N 1 Locate the holes on each side of the...

Page 34: ...aded lever counter clockwise by pulling the lever up or pushing it back depending on the configuration on your seat to release the latch and position the seatback until a comfortable position is reach...

Page 35: ...4014B 10 15 Chapter 5 35 Mounted to the front of the frame anti tip wheels protect against the unit tipping in the unlikely event of an abrupt stop or start See Figure 5 below Figure 5 Anti Tip Wheels...

Page 36: ...up style footrest angle from 0 to 15 degrees To adjust locate the set screws in each corner of the frame bracket and move them in or out until you have found a comfortable foot position Adjust screws...

Page 37: ...the plates without a tendency to lift your thighs from the seat cushion 3 If length adjustment is necessary loosen the bolt at the base of one of the legrest stems by two complete turns 1 2 wrench re...

Page 38: ...964 6837 The optional reclining seat will permit the seatback to recline approximately 45 degrees Adjustment of the seatback angle is described on page 31 Chapter 4 Driving with the seatback reclined...

Page 39: ...2014014B 10 15 Chapter 7 39 Accessories Cane Holder Crutch Holder Cup Holder and Bag Elevating Leg Rests Power Chair Lift Round O2 Holder Square O2 Holder Seat with Pan and Cushion Step Threshold Ramp...

Page 40: ...e if Your power wheelchair is not working correctly Your seat belt does not latch or stay latched Safe and effective use of your power wheelchair is dependent on proper maintenance including cleaning...

Page 41: ...around joystick is intact Check that all seat swivel screws are tight if so equipped Check that the armrest bolts are tight Check charger cords and connectors for loose connections damaged cables or...

Page 42: ...a damp cloth or towel Top Cover Vacuum or brush off dirt then wipe with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent Joystick Ensure that the power switch is off before attempting to clean this area...

Page 43: ...r See Figure 9A below 3 Slide the controller bracket forward until it hits the keyhole See Figure 9B below Remove bracket from arm and place on footrest or other safe location Unlock cable from seat o...

Page 44: ...acing the rear bolts into the slots in the rear of the frame bracket and allow the seat to rest in the forward position on the base frame 4 Locate the front mounting holes in the side rails and instal...

Page 45: ...etic interference EMI which is interfering electromagnetic energy EM emitted from sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters two way radios and cellular phones The inter...

Page 46: ...w are not likely to cause problems to your power wheelchair Radio Wave sources may affect power wheelchair control Radio wave sources such as radio stations TV stations amateur radio HAM transmitters...

Page 47: ...and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby Important Information 1 20 volts per meter V m is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against interference from radio wave sources as...

Page 48: ...ian only The following chart indicates the standard program values of the factory settings Any subsequent change of the programmed values should be recorded and saved for future reference Program Sett...

Page 49: ...the drive position C Switch on the control system again and try to drive the chair If the fault occurs again switch off and do not try to use the wheelchair Contact Hoveround Support 1 800 96 HOVER 1...

Page 50: ...ition before turning control on 8 bars Controller fault 9 bars Problem with brake circuit Check that manual brake release levers are in the drive position 10 bars An excessive voltage to the control s...

Page 51: ...1 5 or 2 3 from lowest position Total weight with batteries 279 lbs Base only 120 lbs Base with batteries 228 lbs Batteries Two group 24 batteries Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Pneu...

Page 52: ...52 Chapter 11 D82014014B 10 15 Appendix D Record of Service Date Technician Service Performed...

Page 53: ...D82014014B 10 15 Chapter 11 53 Record of Service Date Technician Service Performed...

Page 54: ...er s name and address and indicate the nature of the problem Please do not return products directly to Hoveround without our prior written consent Limitations and exclusions The foregoing warranty sha...

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