INTRODUCTION ® Congratulations on your pur chase of your Shoprider power wheelchair. This model incorporates style and comfort with the latest in technological innovation. The chair is able to turn in the smallest of spaces indoors and outdoors due to it’s centre w heel drive layout. It is possible to climb kerbs of up to 5cm (2”).
SAFETY ADVICE Read this manual carefully before using your powerchair Turn the controller off when transferring to and from the powerchair Select a slow speed when going down steep gradients of 8° (14%) or less Keep your feet on the foot plate when you are moving. Never stand on the footplate.
ADJUSTMENTS Footrest The footrest on the pow erchair can be adjusted for height, depth and angle. To adjust the depth pull out the locking pin (1) and move to the requir ed depth. Ensure the holes are aligned and replace the locking pin. To adjust the height pull out the locking pin (2) and slightly pull out the f ootplate.
Continued….. Seat Height (We recommend that this operation be carried out by two persons) The seat can be set at three different heights. Rear View Firstly, ensure that the power is switched off and carefully unplug the joysti ck at the rear of the powerchair.
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Joystick Arm Control (VSI Controller) Battery Gauge (1) This is a 10-segment display, which indicates if the VSI is switc hed on and gives the state of charge of the battery. Also, any faults in your power chair’s elec trical system are also indicated by this display.
Continued….. VSI ‘Lock’ Function (Optional) Your VSI controller is equipped with a lock function to prevent any unauthorised use. To lock the controller: When the power is on, press and hold the power button for about 1 second until the system bleeps. ...
STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR Getting Started Select an area with plenty of space. Ensure that when seated in the in t he powerchair you are in a comfortable position and can easily and freely operate the controls. Moving off and steering Turn the power on and check that your batteries are fully charged.
Continued….. Kerb Descent We do not recommend that you descend a kerb (up to 5cm) in reverse or forward mode. Please use a ramp/drop-kerb not ex ceeding 5cm in forward motion to descend. If a kerb descent is absolutely necessa ry in these circumstances an attendant must be present to aid the manoeuvre.
Disassembly & Assembly Warning: We advise caution when disassembling and lifting items. You must ensure that the person undertaking the action is able to safely and correctly handle the weight to avoid any personal injury. Ensure that the power is switched off and the joystick is dis-connected before dismantling.
Storage and Use We recommend that your powerchai r is stored in a dry environment, preferably covered and away from extremes of te mperature and humidity. Avoid using the powerchair in rain or snow wherever possible and avoid leaving the powerchair in damp environm ents such as shower/bath rooms for prolonged periods of time.
Continued….. Caution: Always charge the batteries in a well-ventilated indoor area. You must still maintain charging the batteries even if the powerchair is not to be used for a prolonged period of time (2 to 3 weeks). Failure to do so could result in permanent damage and render the batteries unusable.
Product Life Expectancy Your powerchair has been designed to prov ide the user with a long, reliable life provided it is correctly maintained and regularly serviced by an authorised dealer. However due to inevitable wear and tear and technological improvements it is recommended that the average usable life of this powerchair is five years.
VSI Error Codes Your VSI controller has the ability to di agnose possible errors in the electrical system, which may prevent your power chair from operating. These are displayed on the battery gauge. The f ault is shown against the number of lights flashing on the display.
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Continued….. General Use Take heed of the information given in this manual regarding safety and the maintenance of your powerchair. If adher ed to, your powerchair should give you years of reliable mobility. Storage and General Care We recommend that the powerchair is always stored in a dry environment away from damp, prefer ably in the home to protect the chassis and other components from corrosion or water dam age.
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Continued….. Adjustment of your lap belt Ensure that you are sitting back fully into the seat with the pelvis as upright as possible and not leaning to one side. Close the buckle and position the belt so that the hip bones can be felt above the lap belt.
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