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SPARKY

Date Inspected

Inspector

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Quality Control – Sparky

Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.

Inclusion of all Parts

Joystick Serial Number

Controller Serial Number

Left Motor Serial Number

Right Motor Serial Number

Fit and Finish

Performance

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Summary of Contents for SPARKY

Page 1: ...SPARKY ...

Page 2: ... a blue dot with a white border PROHIBITED These actions are prohibited These actions should not be performed at any time or in any circumstances Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and or equipment damage On the product this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red slash Quick Reference Information S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Copyright 2011 Pride Mo...

Page 3: ...ky www pridemobility com 3 I INTRODUCTION 4 II SAFETY 5 III YOUR POWER CHAIR 18 IV COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS 22 V BATTERIES AND CHARGING 30 VI CARE AND MAINTENANCE 34 VII WARRANTY 41 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S ...

Page 4: ...warranty PURCHASER S AGREEMENT By accepting delivery of this product you promise that you will not change alter or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards shields or other safety features of this product fail refuse or neglect to install any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Be...

Page 5: ...ion in the owner s manual Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging Maximum seating weight Keep your hands away from the tyres when driving Be aware that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tyres Avoid exposure to rain snow ice salt or standing water whenever possible Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition Removal of gro...

Page 6: ...ndling Do not use a cell phone walkie talkie laptop or other radio transmitter while operating EMI RFI This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V m Explosive conditions exist Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals Contact with tools can cause electrical shock Use only AGM or Gell Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions ...

Page 7: ...gative Terminal Post Do not use batteries with different amp hour Ah capacities Do not mix old and new batteries Always replace both batteries at the same time Pinch Crush point created during assembly Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on a decline Do not place power chair in freewheel mode on an incline Do not remove anti tip wheel No step No standing Keep off Battery charger for indoor ...

Page 8: ...kaging Locked and in drive mode D Drive Unlocked and in freewheel mode N Neutral Place unit on level ground and stand to one side when changing from drive mode to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode Does not meet 7176 19 standards for occupied transport in a motor vehicle Indicates power chair securement points Indicates electrical shock hazard Corrosive chemicals contained in battery ...

Page 9: ... Frame I I S A F E T Y Do not mix AGM or Gel Cell batteries Always use batteries of the same type and chemistry Indicates flammable material Do not expose to heat sources such as open flame or sparks Do not transport batteries with flammable or combustible items Manufactured in Class II Equipment ...

Page 10: ... your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways on and off of elevators up and down ramps and over moderate terrain Below are some precautions tips and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating your power chair safely Modifications Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and ut...

Page 11: ... 89476 Incline Information More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination designed for easy and safe access Some ramps may have turning switchbacks 180 degree turns that require you to have good cornering skills on your power chair Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline Take wide swings with your power chair s front wheels ar...

Page 12: ...ed to cornering speed steering angle how sharply you are turning uneven road surfaces inclined road surfaces riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area especially at high speed while turning and abrupt directional changes High cornering speeds are not recommended If you feel that you may tip over in a corner reduce your speed ...

Page 13: ...Maintain and store your power chair in a dry and clean condition WARNING Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of upholstered and non upholstered items on the power chair possibly resulting in skin irritation Exercise caution when using the power chair in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your power chair to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of...

Page 14: ...t necessary to use a vehicle mounted lift system or elevation product to aid in transportation Pride recommends that you closely review the warnings instructions specifications and safety information set forth by the manufacturer of the lift elevation product before using that product WARNING Not all lift systems elevation products are rated for use with an occupied mobility device Pride recommend...

Page 15: ...for use as a seat in any vehicle Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer Batteries In addition to following the warnings below be sure to comply with all other battery handling information For more information about your power chair s batteries see V Batteries and Charging MANDATORY Battery posts terminals and related accessories cont...

Page 16: ... a trained attendant perform the following tasks before attempting a transfer Turn off the power to the controller Ensure your power chair is not in freewheel mode See III Your Power Chair Turn the caster wheels toward the transfer destination to improve power chair stability during transfer Make sure both armrests are flipped up or removed from your power chair Move the leg rests aside this will ...

Page 17: ...red items may reduce the resistance to flammability of the fabric Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI RFI WARNING Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can have an adverse effect on the performance of electrically powered mobility vehicles Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones mobile two ...

Page 18: ...TOR POWER BASE ASSEMBLY SEAT ASSEMBLY I I I Y O U R P O W E R C H A I R THE SPARKY Your power chair has two main assemblies the seat and the power base See figures 5 and 6 Typically the seat assembly includes the armrests seatback and seat base The power base assembly includes two motor brake assemblies two drive wheels two caster wheels two anti tip wheels two batteries and wiring harnesses Figur...

Page 19: ...n the circuit breaker button turn on the controller and continue normal operation If the main circuit breaker continues to trip repeatedly contact your Quantum Rehab Provider The main circuit breaker is located on the rear of your power chair See figure 6 Controller Connector This is where the controller connects to the power base With the VR2 controller the controller connector is located at the ...

Page 20: ...hen the power chair is on an incline or decline as the unit could roll on its own Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface WARNING It is important to remember that when your power chair is in freewheel mode the braking system is disengaged To operate the dual manual freewheel levers 1 Push down both manual freewheel levers for freewheel mode drive motor disengaged See figure 7 2 Pull...

Page 21: ...Tighten the straps to sufficiently remove all slack Never attach tie downs to adjustable moving or removable parts of the power chair such as armrests front riggings and wheels Position the anchor points for the rear tie down straps directly behind the rear securement points on the power chair The front tie down straps should be anchored to floor points that are spaced wider than the power chair t...

Page 22: ...he specifications table for specific component weights before you disassemble the power chair WARNING Remove the occupant from the power chair before making any adjustments NOTE Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be replaced with a new nut Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert resulting in ...

Page 23: ...the top or bottom limit WARNING The power positioning system is intended for use on a level surface only Never operate your power chair while tilted on an inclined surface Failure to heed this warning can result in the power chair tipping over WARNING Never operate your power chair while tilted on bumpy or uneven surfaces Failure to heed this warning can result in the power chair tipping over WARN...

Page 24: ...to 14 in To adjust the seat width 1 Remove the seat cushion and sling back cover 2 Loosen the four setscrews on the seat base See figure 14 3 Remove the four bolts on the actuator mounting bars on the seatback 4 Adjust the seat base and the reusable fastener straps on the sling back to the desired width 5 Reinstall the four bolts on the actuator mounting bars 6 Tighten the four setscrews on the se...

Page 25: ...e 17 4 Reinstall the armrest 5 Tighten the armrest lever 6 Repeat for the other armrest if necessary Armrest Depth Adjustment You can adjust the depth of the armrests To adjust the armrest depth 1 Loosen the two depth adjustment screws under the armrest receiver See figure 17 2 Adjust the armrest to the desired depth 3 Tighten the two screws 4 Repeat for the other side if necessary Armrest Pad Dep...

Page 26: ... Repeat for the other side if necessary To remove the SFR 1 Move the SFR to the side 2 Pull the SFR up 3 Repeat for the other side if necessary Swing Away Footrest SFR Foot Plate Length You can change the SFR foot plate length To change the SFR foot plate depth 1 Loosen the nuts on the two screws on the underside of the foot plate See figure 20 2 Slide the foot plate to the desired depth 3 Tighten...

Page 27: ...R angle 1 To raise pull the ELR up to the desired position 2 To lower pull the ELR release lever and lower the ELR to the desired position Elevating Leg Rest ELR Calf Pad You can change the height and depth of the ELR calf pad See figure 22 To change the ELR calf pad depth 1 Remove the screw to unfasten the calf pad from the calf pad bracket 2 Move the calf pad in or out to the desired position 3 ...

Page 28: ...caught in the drive tyres pinched in the seat frame or damaged when passing through doorways To extend the controller 1 Loosen the adjustment knob on the armrest See figure 23 2 Slide the controller into or out to the desired position 3 Tighten the adjustment knob to secure the controller Anti Tip Wheels The anti tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your power chair They are ...

Page 29: ...mounting tab at the end of the positioning belt and then through the seatback See figure 25 2 Install the nut to the assembly and then tighten the nut using two adjustable wrenches 3 Repeat steps 1 2 for the other side To adjust the positioning belt 1 Once seated insert the metal tab on one side of the belt into the plastic housing on the opposite side until you hear a click 2 Pull the excess stra...

Page 30: ...lug the charger directly into a properly wired standard electrical outlet PROHIBITED Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging Pride recommends that you do not charge the batteries while the power chair is occupied MANDATORY Read the battery charging instructions in this manual and in the manual supplied with the battery charger before chargin...

Page 31: ... with your battery charger Plug the charger directly into a properly rated electrical outlet Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the charger or converter To charge the batteries using the off board charger 1 Position the front of your power chair next to a standard electrical outlet 2 Be certain the controller power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the drive p...

Page 32: ... e g an automotive battery charger NOTE Your power chair s charger will not operate after the batteries have been discharged to nearly zero voltage If this happens call your Quantum Rehab Provider for assistance How often must I charge the batteries Many factors come into play when deciding how often to charge the batteries You may use your power chair all day on a daily basis or you may not use i...

Page 33: ...harge to establish the critical chemical balance that is essential to the battery s peak performance and long life It will be well worth it to take the time to break in your battery properly How can I ensure maximum battery life A fully charged deep cycle battery will provide reliable performance and extended battery life Keep your power chair s batteries fully charged whenever possible Batteries ...

Page 34: ... to sources of water such as incontinence should be inspected often for corrosion and electronic components may need to be replaced frequently Temperature Some of the parts of your power chair are susceptible to extreme changes in temperature Always keep your power chair between the temperatures of 8 C 18 F and 50 C 122 F In extremely cold temperatures the batteries may freeze The specific tempera...

Page 35: ...s Disconnect and inspect the controller from the power base Look for corrosion Contact your Quantum Rehab Provider if necessary Ensure that all parts of the controller system are securely fastened to your power chair Do not overtighten any screws Check for proper tyre inflation Each tyre should be inflated to the psi bar kPa air pressure rating indicated on the tyre If a tyre does not hold air see...

Page 36: ... thane materials Cleaning and Disinfection Use a damp cloth and mild non abrasive cleanser to clean the plastic and metal parts of your power chair Avoid using products that may scratch the surface of your power chair If necessary clean your product with an approved disinfectant Make sure the disinfectant is safe for use on your product before application WARNING Follow all safety instructions for...

Page 37: ...y is properly installed into the axle slot when mounting the wheel can result in electronic brake failure personal injury and or product damage 11 Reinstall the axle washer axle nut and axle nut cap and tighten WARNING Make sure the centre lug nut is reinstalled and tightened properly 12 Inflate pneumatic tyres to the psi bar kPa air pressure rating indicated on each tyre 13 Remove the power chair...

Page 38: ...ntroller 2 Ensure the power chair is in drive mode 3 Remove the battery securement hardware using a spanner and hex key 4 Slide the battery tray back See figure 31 5 Disconnect the battery harness 6 Unfasten the battery strap 7 Lift the battery box out of the power base 8 Install the new batteries into the battery box See figure 31 9 Reinstall the battery box into the battery tray 10 Reconnect the...

Page 39: ...Sparky www pridemobility com 39 50Ah 50Ah 40Ah 40Ah Figure 31 Battery Replacement V I C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E ...

Page 40: ...ove Loose seat or seating components Corrective Maintenance If the battery condition meter does not light up when you turn on the power Check the harness connections Make sure they are tight Check the circuit breaker Reset it if necessary Check the battery connections If the above conditions prove normal you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester These testers are available at auto...

Page 41: ...ntee does not extend to those items which may need replacement due to normal wear and tear tyres belts bulbs upholstery plastic shrouds motor brushes fuses and batteries or damage to the product caused by misuse or accident for which Pride or its agent cannot be held responsible This warranty does not include labour or service calls BATTERIES Batteries are covered by a six 6 month warranty from th...

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Page 44: ...Quality Control Sparky Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance INFMANU4136 ...

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