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THIS MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF YOUR NEW
POWER WHEELCHAIRS. BE SURE AND FIND THE INFORMATION
THAT PERTAINS TO YOUR NEEDS BEFORE OPERATING.

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BOSS6OM_PN822530512.indd

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents THIS MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF YOUR NEW Boss, Boss 6NS & Boss 6.75  PaceSaver Scout POWER WHEELCHAIRS. BE SURE AND FIND THE INFORMATION THAT PERTAINS TO YOUR NEEDS BEFORE OPERATING. Introduction Important Safety Information Specifi cations...

  • Page 2: Pacesaver Scout  Boss, Boss 6Ns & Boss

    PaceSaver Scout Boss, Boss 6NS & Boss 6.75 OWNERS MANUAL Introduction Congratulations on your choice of a power wheelchair! It is a de- pendable vehicle built for power and performance. Its easy to operate controls give you more of what you are looking for in a wheelchair.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    NOTE: MODIFYING AND/OR TAMPERING IN ANY UNAUTHORIZED MANNER WITH THE POWER WHEELCHAIR WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE THE WHEELCHAIR TO MALFUNCTION, EXPOSING YOU TO PHYSICAL HARM. ATTENTION: This manual contains specifi c information about your power wheel- chair. While some of the information is the same for all power wheelchairs, make sure that you follow the specifi...
  • Page 4 Keep your feet on the footrests while riding the power wheelchair to avoid hitting them on objects as you drive. Always wear shoes while operating your power wheelchair. Always wear your lap belt when riding your power wheelchair. Secure the removable seat assembly before operating the power wheelchair to prevent yourself from falling from the seat while moving.
  • Page 5 Follow the directions of your doctor and/or pharmacist at all times. Do not drive the power wheelchair while taking medications that affect your refl exes or judgment, as your driving will be impaired and accidents may result. Do not drink alcohol or use any other stimulants while operating this or any other vehicle.
  • Page 6 The following is a list of convenient locations that the straps from a 4 point securement sys- tem could be anchored on PaceSaver products. These products have not been crash tested and certifi ed as crash worthy using these locations.
  • Page 7 drive up, down or across inclines greater than the rating for your style power DO NOT wheelchair or tipping will result. Refer to the Specifi cation Sheet (Please Note: Soft surfaces reduce the incline capability by more than 50%). Wet or slick surfaces reduce steering and braking controls tremendously.
  • Page 8 power wheelchair ALWAYS turn the power OFF and engage the motor locks/clutches to pre- power wheel- vent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the chair . Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance. DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks/clutches until the power is in the OFF position.
  • Page 9 ELECTRICAL EXTREME care should be exercised when using oxygen in close proximity to electric cir- cuits. Contact your oxygen supplier for instruction in the use of oxygen. Grounding instructions: DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Leisure-Lift products.

  • Page 10: Weight Training

    WEIGHT TRAINING power wheelchair Leisure-Lift DOES NOT recommend the use of its as a weight training Power wheelchairs apparatus. have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Leisure-Lift shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately.

  • Page 11: Percentage Of Weight Distribution

    STAIRWAYS - WARNING DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair between fl oors using a stairway or escalator. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between fl oors. If moving a power wheelchair between fl oors by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported independently of the power wheelchair Again, DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between fl...
  • Page 12 REACHING, LEANING, BENDING AND BENDING - FORWARD Position the rear casters so that they are extended as far rearward as possible and engage mo- tor locks/clutches. DO NOT LEAN FORWARD OF THE ARMRESTS. REACHING, BENDING - BACKWARDS WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over.

  • Page 13: Specifi Cations

    SPECIFICATIONS Scout Boss 6NS Scout Boss 6 Scout Boss 6.75 Seat Width Range: 24" - 30" 24" - 30" 24" - 30" Seat Depth: 19.5", 21", 22.5" 19.5", 21", 22.5" 19.5", 21", 22.5" Seat-to-Floor: 19.3" - 21.3" 19.3" - 21.3"...

  • Page 14: Getting On And Off The Power Wheelchair

    Getting On and Off The Power Wheelchair The following is a recommended method for getting on your Power Wheelchair 1. The wheelchair should be stopped on a fl at, level surface with the power switch in the OFF posi- tion (no visible lights). (SEE WARNING BELOW) 2.

  • Page 15: Operating The Power Wheelchair

    Operating the Power Wheelchair Controls for the power wheelchair operation are located on the arm mounted joystick console and the power module mounted to the frame. Become familiar with all controls with the power button in the OFF position. Each is described in the following section ...
  • Page 16 Each of the speedometer's 6 large LEDs Top Speed 3 Top Speed 2 typically represent 0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100% of the chair's absolute maximum top speed. Top Speed 4 Top Speed 1 REMD supports 2 modes of top speed adjustment - "5 Speed"...
  • Page 17 3. BATTERY INDICATOR. The SHARK Information Gauge (located on the joystick console) is the primary source of user feedback. It displays every possible status that SHARK may have. True state-of-battery-charge, including notifi cation of when the battery desperately requires charging. •...
  • Page 18 6. LOCKING THE SHARK Most SHARKs are supplied with a factory programmed LOCK Feature that prevents unauthorized people from turning the SHARK on. TO LOCK: While the power is ON, press and hold the Power button for 4 seconds. The horn will sound a short beep and all LED's will fl ash briefl y. The powerchair will then turn off.

  • Page 19: Controller Instructions

    METHODS FOR CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR. Pushing the joystick Moving the joystick di- straight forward will rectly to the left (while cause the wheelchair stationary or moving) will to move in a forward cause the chair to turn to the direction.

  • Page 20: Your First Ride

    For your fi rst ride, we recommend the following. When possible, always work with your dealer or therapist to learn how to use your power wheelchair. Different chairs have different adjustable features such as spring suspension, programmable controllers, front anti-tips, footrest height & angle, length adjustments and arm adjustments etc. Work with your dealer to make sure the wheelchair is specifi...

  • Page 21: The Power Wheelchair Braking Systems

    The Power Wheelchair Braking Systems The power wheelchair's brake systems allow for smooth start up and safe braking without undue jerking. There are three (3) separate modes to the braking system: Regenerative, Dy- namic, and Posi-Lock Electric Braking. All braking occurs automatically during wheelchair operation if the joystick power is "ON".

  • Page 22: Seat Assembly Operation

    Seat Assembly Operation The power wheelchair comes with removable/height adjustable arms. These arms are designed to provide support for your arms while seated on the wheelchair, and for assistance when getting on and off of the wheelchair. Each arm is designed to hold 300 pounds, and NOT THE PERSONS TOTAL BODY WEIGHT.

  • Page 23: Disassembly & Assembly

    Disassembly and Assembly of the PaceSaver Scout Boss & Boss 6NS The power wheelchair's easy separation makes it very conve- nient to disassemble and assemble the unit. Complete disassembly can be accomplished in seconds WITHOUT tools. The procedure is as follows.

  • Page 24: Charging Your Batteries

    REASSEMBLING THE WHEELCHAIR To reassemble the wheelchair, simply repeat the disassembly steps in reverse order. Replace the foot plate on the frame assembly and replace the wing-nuts and bolts. WARNING never operate the unit without reattaching the front section and the bolts/ wing-nuts which holds the front section in place! With the seat and rear cover off, install the batteries in place and connect the battery cables.
  • Page 25 CHARGING THE POWER WHEELCHAIR BATTERIES Important Safety Instructions: a.) Observe the caution on lead-acid batteries being charged. Batteries can generate explosive gasses during operation. It is for this reason that you must read and follow these safety precau- tions; b.) To reduce risk of battery explosion; i.
  • Page 26 Before Charging: Verify that battery terminals are clean and that all charger connections are secure and in good condition. Grounding and AC Power Connection: Your charger must be plugged into a grounded electrical outlet. The unit is provided with an electrical cord which contains a conductor for grounding.

  • Page 27: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging The satisfactory performance of the SHARK system is critically dependent on the type and state of the batter- ies. The battery charger used must be correctly selected and adjusted according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so may damage or destroy the batteries, give poor range, or be potentially danger- ous.
  • Page 28 • SHARK Lock Mode countdown. • Program, inhibit or charge modes. • Fault indication (Flash Codes) The following table indicates what the gauge will display for any given state. Display Description This means . . . Notes Power is OFF All LED's OFF Power is ON Less LED's imply...
  • Page 29 !! CAUTION !!: Be certain the wall cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet before moving the wheelchair. Moving the wheelchair without disconnecting the wall cord could result in damage to the wheelchair, the wall outlet or create a shock hazard condition. ++WARNING++: Because you will be connecting and disconnecting AC to the wheelchair, be cautious of doing so in the presence of water (i.e., rain or puddled water).
  • Page 30 Useful Battery Information 1. The battery indicator in the control panel takes into account time as well as battery voltage to provide a more accurate estimate of battery capacity while you are driving. The display simulates a bar graph where all LED's lit represent a full state of charge and a single red LED represents the lowest state of charge.
  • Page 31 BATTERY REMOVAL FROM UNIT      Battery Pull Pins Connectors  Top of Caster CAUTION - Failure to unplug cable from back of joystick before tilting seat back may result in damage to the joystick and cable. 1.

  • Page 32: General Care, Diagnostic & Maintenance Section

    Storage of the Power Wheelchair Short Term and Overnight Storage When ending power wheelchair's use for the day, if the batteries do not need charging, simply turn the power OFF. The next morning, get in, lock the seat, activate the key, turn power ON and you are ready to go again.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Twice a Year - Inspect all wheels for looseness and tire wear. - Clean the upholstery as needed. Yearly - Thoroughly examine your wheelchair to look for undetected wear and other potential prob- lems and have problems repaired immediately. The expense involved is always less than repair bills caused by a lack of proper maintenance.

  • Page 34: Diagnostics & Faults

    DIAGNOSTICS Note: SHARK is not user serviceable. Specialized tools are necessary for the repair of any SHARK com- ponent. INTRODUCTION A fl ashing SHARK information gauge indicates there is an abnormal condition somewhere on the power- chair. The components that SHARK provides fault information for include, the motor, the park brakes, the batteries, the cabling and the SHARK modules themselves.

  • Page 35: Commonly Asked Questions And Possible Answers

    Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers Why has there been a sudden loss of power? 1. Undercharged batteries. Check the BATTERY indicator. The BATTERY indicator indicates the charge condition of the batteries while you are driving. The indicator will not indicate the “true condition” of their capacity until the wheelchair has been setting on, in an idle condition, for several minutes.
  • Page 36 Can a regular liquid lead-acid battery be used, like in a car? No! A DEEP CYCLE battery must be used. A car battery is not deep cycle. Deep cycle batteries (boat type batteries) are available in both suspended liquid lead-acid and gel cell lead-acid.

  • Page 38: Electromagnetic Interference

    EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 2, 1994 THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REQUIRES THIS STATEMENT TO BE INCLUDED. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources Powered wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this text, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering to electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way...
  • Page 39 20 volts per meter (v/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI (as of May 1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection).  This model of PaceSaver scooter has an immunity level of 20 volts per meter (20 v/m).

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    Scout Boss, Boss 6NS PaceSaver Scout , Boss  ™  ™ ™ Boss & Boss 6.75 & Boss ™ Power Wheelchair 6.75 Limited Warranty Leisure-Lift, Inc. will repair or replace at its option to the original any of the fol- PURCHASER, or to the DEALER lowing components found upon examination by an authorized representative of Leisure-Lift, Inc.
  • Page 41 Leisure-Lift always values the options of our custom- ers and you may write us at any time to relate to us your "PaceSaver Experience" good (or not so good).
  • Page 42 WHEELCHAIR AND HAVE THEM CONTACT Leisure-Lift. If Leisure-Lift did not receive your original registration and proof of purchase you will be required to resubmit proof of purchase. Warranty is not transferable. All other terms and conditions of Leisure-Lift’s regular PaceSaver warranty apply. Failure to return a completed registration form within the time limits will void this offer.
  • Page 43 Scout BOSS PaceSaver ™ ™ ® BOSS 6NS ™ BOSS 6.75 ™ with Shark controls Owner's Manual (Must Be Given to User) Set Your Own Pace! READ this entire Owner's Manual BEFORE you operate your new power wheelchair! PN 82253 Revised0512 BOSS6OM_PN822530512.indd...
  • Page 44 WARNING: To make adjustments while sitting in the Scout, you must be secured by wearing your lab belt to prevent you from falling forward. TO ADJUST FRONT ANTI-TIP WHEEL HEIGHT Turn thumbscrews clockwise to maximum height position. Then lower wheel arm by turning thumbscrews counterclockwise.

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