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POWER WHEELCHAIR
Sunfire Plus EC
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 POWER WHEELCHAIR Sunfire Plus EC OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

     How to set to freewheel mode BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE……………………………………….. Charging the battery  Battery  Replacing Sunfire Plus EC batteries / charger INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE……………………………………..….  Inspection  Regular checking record  Battery, fuse and tire ...

  • Page 3: Preface And Introduction

    P R E FA C E A N D I N T R O D U C T I O N Please carefully read this owner’s manual before using the power wheelchair. Improper use of the power wheelchair could result in, injury. This owner’s manual includes operating instructions for every aspect of the power wheelchair, including assembly instructions and how to deal with possible accidents.

  • Page 4: Safety Notice

    ◆ your power wheelchair. ■ The Sunfire Plus EC power Wheelchair is only to be used by one person at a time Do not carry passengers on your power wheelchair. (including children) ■ Do not use this power wheelchair to carry or haul goods The maximum weight with occupant is 300 lbs.
  • Page 5 ■ Ramps, inclines and drops Do not drive onto ramps that are steeper than the specified gradient. Refer to the section entitled ◆ “CLIMBING ANGLE” in “8. SPECIFICATION”...
  • Page 6 S A F E T Y N O T I C E  Warning! Do not set in the freewheel mode when driving on a gradient. ◆ Always re-engage the anti-freewheel device before use. Fail to do so may result in injury. ◆...
  • Page 7 N O T I C E  Attention When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the of the incline. Always drive your power wheelchair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
  • Page 8  Attention It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference on your Sunfire Plus EC power wheelchair. ■ ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) FROM RADIO WAVE SOURCES Powered wheelchair’s may be susceptible to electromagnetic 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.

  • Page 9: Emi

    E M I  Attention Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, cassette and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers are not , likely to cause EMI problems to your powered power wheelchair .

  • Page 10: Parts Introduction

    PA R T S I N T R O D U C T I O N PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Controller 2. Armrest 3. Headrest 4. Seatback 5. Seat 6. Seatback Release Lever 7. Drive Wheel 8. Caster Wheel 9. Footrest...

  • Page 11: Operation

    O P E R AT I O N JOYSTICK AND CONTROLLER Your Sunfire Plus EC is operated by a joystick and controller. The Sunfire Plus EC is currently available with one of two controller options: PG VR 2. VR2 Series CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1. ON/OFF Button 2.
  • Page 12 O P E R AT I O N  Attention We recommend that the first few times you operate your Sunfire Plus EC you turn the speed and respond adjustment knob to the slowest setting until you become familiar with you new power wheelchair.
  • Page 13 The batteries should be charged at least once a week, even if the power wheelchair is not used. 2. After charging or replacing a new battery, drive the power wheelchair for 2-3 minutes to make sure the battery capacity is sufficient.
  • Page 14 O P E R AT I O N  Warning! When on a gradient, NEVER switch the power wheelchair to the freewheel mode. The electromagnetic brakes will not be applied and this may result in injury. HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT ▇...
  • Page 15 Adjust The Headrest ▇ To remove the seat 1. Turn the power OFF. 2. Make sure the Sunfire Plus EC is not in freewheel mode. 3. Push the seat rotate lever while pulling up on the seat to remove.

  • Page 16: How To Set To Freewheel Mode

    Setscrew HOW TO SET TO FREEWHEEL MODE For your convenience, the Sunfire Plus EC Plus is equipped with a freewheel level. This level allows you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the wheelchair manually. ▇ To engage the drive and take power wheelchair out of freewheel Pull the freewheel lever to ”DRIVE”...
  • Page 17 Do not use your Sunfire Plus EC Power Wheelchair while the drive motors are disengaged unless you are in the presence of an attendant! Do not disengage the drive motors when on an incline as the power wheelchair may roll down, causing injury! ...
  • Page 18 O P E R AT I O N HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT Above: Seat shown in the four possible “ENGAGED” positions Below: Seat shown in the four possible “REMOVABLE” positions...

  • Page 19: Battery Charging And Care

    6 . B AT T E RY C H A R G I N G A N D C A R E BATTERIES The Sunfire Plus EC Power Wheelchair uses two long- lasting, 12 volt, deep-cycle batteries. These ◆ batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level.

  • Page 20: Battery

    ◆ We also recommended that the batteries are not charged for more then 24 hours. ◆ When your Sunfire Plus EC batteries are fully charged, unplug the charging cable from the ◆ wall outlet. Disconnect the charging cable from the Sunfire Plus EC.
  • Page 21 The batteries supplied with the power wheelchair are sealed and as such are maintenance free with no risk of battery leakage. Please follow the steps below to clean the battery. 1. Turn the Sunfire Plus EC power switch to OFF. 2. Remove the seat.

  • Page 22: Inspection And Maintenance

    Seat ♦Seat secured to the power wheelchair frame. ○ ○ ♦Inspect seat release latches ○ ○ Drive wheel ♦Mounting bolts are secure ○ ♦No excessive side movement or binding when lifted and ○ spun when disengaged (free-wheeling) Caster assemblies ♦Bolts are tight.

  • Page 23: Regular Checking Record

    ■ Battery Refer to the section titled “ BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE ” ■ Tires The condition of the tires depends on how you drive and use your power wheelchair. Inspecting Tire Tread ◆ Please check the tread depth regularly. Replace the tires when the tread depth is less than 0.5 mm.

  • Page 24: Storage

    7 . I N S P E C T I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E  Attention When tread depth is below 0.5mm it can easily lead to power wheelchair slippage, making braking distances longer.

  • Page 25: Trouble Shooting & Specification

    ♦Weak batteries. ♦Replace batteries recharged. Wheel wheelchair will ♦Motor release levers disengaged. ♦Engage motor release levers. not drive ♦Battery require charging. ♦Charge batteries. Make sure setting on charger is correct. ♦Charger plugged in. ♦Unplug charger from wall outlet. ♦Circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 26 8” × 2.0” Solid (200 × 50 mm) Drive wheels 10”× 3- 3/8”Solid ( 250 × 85 mm) Anti-tip wheels 2”(51mm) Driving system Direct drive the mid wheel Brake system Electromagnetic brakes Top speed 6.4 km/hr / 4mph Climbing angle 8°...
  • Page 27 8 . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N  SELF-HELP GUIDE If a system trip occurs, you can find out what has happened by counting the number of bars on the battery gauge that are flashing.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear. The warranty does not extend to wearable components. If you have a question about your Drive device or this warranty, please contact an authorized Drive dealer. WARRANTY CONDITIONS: Any work or replacement part installation must be carried out by an authorized Drive dealer/ service agent.

  • Page 29: Warranty Registration

    9 . W A R R A N T Y Warranty Registration Please type or print. Serial # _______________________________________ Date Purchased ____/____/____ Owner Name ____________________________________________________________ Address _________________________________________________________________ City ____________________________________ State ________ ________ Additional Required Owner Information Please indicate your understanding of your scooter by completing the following information. ________ I have read and fully understand _______...
  • Page 30 To ensure the correct after sales, service and warranty service support, please write down the power chair identification number found on the rear right-hand side of the frame. Model Sunfire Plus EC Identification Number ………………………………………… Motor serial # Controller # …………………………………………...
  • Page 31 99 Seaview Boulevard Port Washington, NY 11050 516-998-4600 877-224-0946 www.drivemedical.com...

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