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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Geo Cruiser Elite ™ Owner’s Manual 1590 Oakland Road Unit B109 San Jose, CA 95131 1-877-653-3659 ©Geo Cruiser Elite 2015 Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents I. INTRODUCTION II. SAFETY III. FOLDING AND UNFOLING YOUR GEO CRUISER ELITE IV. INSTALLING THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER V. BATTERY SETUP AND MAINTENANCE VI. RIDING YOUR GEO CRUISER ELITE VII. TRANSPORTING YOUR GEO CRUISER ELITE VIII. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING IX.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    It is ideal for travel and an on the go lifestyle. What makes the Geo Cruiser Elite unique is its ability to fold and unfold in less than a minute, while not compromising comfort and functionality. It is designed to provide years of dependable operation, while enabling you to enhance the quality of your life allowing you to experience an active daily lifestyle.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    Rear Wheel Material: Solid, Polyurethane Rear Wheel Material: Polyurethane/Rubber Incline/Slope Capability 12 Degrees Motor: (2) 250W Brushless Motors Brakes: Electromagnetic Battery: (2) Lithium Ion/24V 6aH Battery Weight 4 lbs. Optional Battery Back-up Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 4...
  • Page 6 Product Diagram Free Wheel Lever Motor Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 5...

  • Page 7: Safety

    As of 2015, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system for transporting a Power Chair in a motor vehicle. 1. Never sit in the Geo Cruiser Elite while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the Power Chair.
  • Page 8 1. The Geo Cruiser Elite should be adjusted to fit your needs and/or disability 2. Every Power Chair is different. Take the time to learn the feel of the Geo Cruiser Elite before you begin riding. 3. Be aware that you must take into consideration your own needs and/or your disability so that you can further develop additional methods for the safe use and operation of this Geo Cruiser Elite Power Chair.
  • Page 9 Unintended brake release or movement from EMI sources. 2. Make sure that persons who help you (for example, store clerks) are aware of the Joystick and do not touch it. If they do, your Geo Cruiser Elite may move suddenly when you do not expect it.
  • Page 10 Move your Geo Cruiser Elite as close as you can to the object you wish to reach. b. Turn off all power to the Geo Cruiser Elite. If you fail to do so, you may touch the joystick and cause your Power Chair to move when you do not expect it.
  • Page 11 Beware Of: 1. Steep slopes. Do not use your Geo Cruiser Elite on a slope steeper than 10%. (A 10° slope means: One foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length). 2. Wet or slippery surfaces (such as when ice, snow, water or oil film is present).A loss of traction may cause a fall or tip-over.
  • Page 12 II. SAFETY CURBS & SINGLE STEPS 1. Your Geo Cruiser Elite is not designed to drive up or down a curb or step more than 1/2 inch high. Doing so may: a. Result in a fall or tip-over. b. Damage the frame, wheels, axles or other Power Chair parts, or loosen fasteners.
  • Page 13 II. SAFETY To reduce the risk of a fall, tip over or loss of control: 1. Never use your Geo Cruiser Elite on a slope unless you are sure you can do so without losing traction. 2. Go as straight up and as straight down as you can.
  • Page 14 The controller which receives the signal from the Joystick control panel and transfers it to the motor and brakes is located in the rear section under the seat of the Geo Cruiser Elite and must not be exposed to moisture at any time as it may cause permanent damage. If exposed to heavy moisture, your Geo Cruiser Elite must not be used until it has been thoroughly dried out.
  • Page 15 (Doing so will void the Warranty and may create a safety hazard). 1. If you modify or adjust the Geo Cruiser Elite it may increase the risk of a fall or tip- over.
  • Page 16 One of our customer care representatives can help you find and correct the problem. 2. Make sure the battery is fully charged before operating your Geo Cruiser Elite for the first time. A green light on charge indicator will light up (or charge indicator will indicate a full charge) when charge is full.
  • Page 17 Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered vehicle movement which could result to serious injuries. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 16...
  • Page 18 EMI (Note: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall immunity of the powered vehicle). 5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered vehicle manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 17...
  • Page 19 III. Folding/Unfolding the Geo Cruiser Elite In this section you are going to learn how to unfold and fold the Geo Cruiser Elite. Although there are a few ways to do this, we are going to demonstrate one particular way.
  • Page 20 III. Unfolding the Geo Cruiser Elite The unit should be fully extended as shown Pull the side with the footrest outward, while also below. pushing the seat rest outward. Continue until the chair fully folds out. Lock the latch connector as shown below.
  • Page 21 III. Unfolding the Geo Cruiser Elite Place the seat cushion on the unit by aligning the The unit is now unfolded. Velcro on each side. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 20...
  • Page 22 Continue to pull the footrest until the Geo Pull the armrest up as shown. Cruiser Elite is fully vertical. The Geo Cruiser Elite is now ready to be The unit is now ready for transport or storage rolled away. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0...

  • Page 23: Installing The Joystick Controller

    Connect the cables and lock them together properly oriented to avoid bending and damaging by turning the locking knob clockwise until the pins. the cables are locked together. The cable should be connected as shown below. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 22...
  • Page 24 Be careful to turn at a safe speed to avoid potential tilting of the Geo Cruiser Elite. You can use the speed control buttons to adjust the speed to a speed that you feel comfortable with.

  • Page 25: Battery Setup And Maintenance

    V. Battery Setup and Maintenance The Geo Cruiser Elite comes with two (2) 24V 6 Ah lithium Ion Batteries. They are pre- installed, fully charged and connected. Important Notes: 1. In addition, you need to ride the Geo Cruiser Elite until it loses complete charge after your initial 8 hour charge cycle.
  • Page 26 Battery Maintenance If you do not operate the Geo Cruiser Elite for two months, we recommend that you charge the batter for 6-8 hours before use. How often should the batteries charge? •...
  • Page 27 Store the battery in a dry and warm place. • Avoid temperature variation Note: 1. Do not attempt to charge your battery if the Geo Cruiser Elite and battery have been frozen 2. Do not use any third-party battery chargers unless certified by our company. Battery Maintenance Do a periodic check of the battery casing for damage and corrosion to the Red (Positive) and Black (Negative) battery connectors.
  • Page 28 Geo Cruiser Elite. RIDING THE GEO CRUISER ELITE FOR THE FIRST TIME Before riding your Geo Cruiser Elite for the first time, make sure to check the following: 1. Make sure the Joystick Controller properly connected and locked into place.
  • Page 29 DRIVING IN REVERSE Use extra care when you drive the Geo Cruiser Elite in reverse. You may lose control or fall if one of the rear wheels hits an object.
  • Page 30 These documents can also be mailed to you upon request. It is also possible to ride the Geo Cruiser Elite all the way to the boarding terminal, once there, the unit can be folded and rolled away like luggage by the baggage attendant.

  • Page 31: Basic Troubleshooting

    However, if the light is flickering, it is an indication that there is a problem with the Geo Cruiser Elite. We recommend you turn the unit off, then power back on in 1 minute. If the green light continues to flicker, we recommend that you review the Geo Cruiser Elite Diagnostic Code table below to get a diagnosis of the problem, and a recommended resolution.
  • Page 32 • To wash and clean the Geo Cruiser Elite , take a non-abrasive lint free cloth like a micro fiber cloth and lightly dampen it with water, then proceed to softly clean the surfaces. Do not wash the Geo Cruiser Elite with a water hose as this may create an electrical short and cause damage to the electrical.
  • Page 33 Is there any corrosion? • Cables Are the cables properly connected? • Is there any damage to the cables? • Ant-Tip Wheels Are the wheels worn down? • Armrests Are the armrests tightened Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0 Page 32...
  • Page 34 This limited warranty does not cover normal maintenance service or periodic adjustments required for normal use. h) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Geo Cruiser Elite and is not transferable. Geo Cruiser Elite Owner’s Manual V1.0...

  • Page 35: Product Registration

    XI. PRODUCT REGISTRATION We strongly recommend that you register your Geo Cruiser Elite as soon as possible. This is the only way that you will be able to have the unit warranted. You have two ways to do this: 1. Register your Geo Cruiser Elite online. You can do this by going to the support section at www.thegeocruiser.com;...

  • Page 36: Technical Support

    Out of Service Warranty Repair If your Geo Cruiser Elite is no longer covered under the warranty coverage period, you have the following options: 1. Purchase an extended warranty coverage plan. You can contact us directly and speak to a customer care representative 2.

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