Care And Maintenance - Pride Air Owner's Manual

V I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your Jazzy Air is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance
checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from your authorized Pride Provider.
Preventive maintenance is very important. If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled, you
can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble-free operation. If you have any doubt as to your
power chair's care or operation, contact your authorized Pride Provider.
WARNING! Do not service the power chair when the seat is occupied.
Your power chair, like most electrical equipment, is susceptible to damage from the elements. Avoid damp areas
of any kind.
WARNING! Direct or prolonged exposure to water or dampness could cause the power
chair to malfunction electronically and mechanically. Water can cause electrical
components to corrode and the chair's frame to rust. Power chairs should be examined
periodically for signs of corrosion caused by water exposure, bodily fl uids exposure,
or incontinence. Damaged components should be replaced or treated immediately.
Should your power chair come in contact with water:
1. Dry your power chair as thoroughly as possible with a towel.
2. Allow your power chair to sit in a warm, dry place for 12 hours to allow unseen water to evaporate.
3. Check the joystick operation and the brakes before using your power chair again.
4. If any inconsistencies are found, take your power chair to your authorized Pride Provider. Power chairs that
are frequently exposed 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 -13°F (-25°C) and 122°F (50°C).
 In extremely cold temperatures the batteries may freeze. The specifi c temperature at which they freeze depends
on a number of factors, such as battery charge, usage, and composition of the batteries (e.g., AGM or Gel-Cell).
General Guidelines
 Avoid knocking or bumping the controller, especially the joystick.
 Avoid prolonged exposure of your power chair to extreme conditions, such as heat, cold, or moisture.
 Keep the controller clean.
 Check all connectors to ensure that they are all tight and secured properly.
 Make sure pneumatic tires are infl ated to the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated on the tire.
WARNING! Make sure your tires are infl ated to the psi/bar/kPa air pressure rating indicated
on the tire for pneumatic tires. Do not underinfl ate or overinfl ate your tires. Low pressure may
result in loss of control, and overinfl ated tires may burst. Overinfl ating tires can cause them to
explode.
WARNING! Do not use a high pressure hose to infl ate your tires.
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