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Operator Manual
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THE METEOR INDEPENDENT
Wheelchair
THE TRULY VERSATILE
FOLDAWAY POWERCHAIR
Before using your wheelchair please read this manual
as it contains important information for the assembly,
transportation and use of your wheelchair.

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual THE METEOR INDEPENDENT Wheelchair THE TRULY VERSATILE FOLDAWAY POWERCHAIR Before using your wheelchair please read this manual as it contains important information for the assembly, transportation and use of your wheelchair.
  • Page 2 This user manual should be read carefully before you use your powerchair. It contains important information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of your powerchair. Please make sure that you understand all the instructions thoroughly. If you fail to understand anything or have any questions concerning operation and maintenance, please contact your supplier who will provide you with expert professional advice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION IN MOTOR VEHICLES PARTS LIST HOW TO USE THE POWERCHAIR USING YOUR POWERCHAIR DO's & DONT's USING YOUR POWERCHAIR ADJUSTMENTS GETTING IN TRANSFERRING SIDEWAYS DRIVING 10 BATTERIES & CHARGING 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 13 SERVICE HISTORY 14 WARRANTY Issue 2: Jan 2000 RJINDUSB...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Your new product is an outdoor powered wheelchair that can be used indoors. It is designed to transport one person up to 114 kg's (18 stone) in weight and this total weight should not be exceeded. The Powerchair has been produced to incorporate features requested by customers. Easily detachable motors to reduce lifting weight.

  • Page 5: Wheelchair Transportation In Motor Vehicles

    WHEELCHAIR TRANSPORTATION IN MOTOR VEHICLES All of the wheelchairs in our range are designed to be easily transported and most of them dismantle into manageable parts in seconds. Consideration should be given to the type of vehicle in which the wheelchair may be carried. A small car with a heavy power chair in the boot may be affected in the way in which it steers or brakes, so care should be taken to distribute the load sensibly.

  • Page 6: Parts List

    PARTS LIST - see photo 3.1 FOLDED FRAME ASSEMBLY DETACHABLE BACKREST ARMREST ASSEMBLIES LEGREST ASSEMBLIES BATTERY TRAY BATTERY CHARGER BATTERY BOXES JOYSTICK CONTROLLER AND BRACKET GEL BATTERIES DETACHABLE MOTORS (OPTIONAL) TYRE INFLATOR USER MANUAL KERB CLIMBER SEAT & BACKREST CUSHIONS (OPTIONAL) PERSONAL EFFECTS CARRIERS (OPTIONAL) 5 &...
  • Page 7 HOW TO USE YOUR POWERCHAIR These instructions are duplicated from the user manual to allow technicians to use the Independent safely. Preparing for use 4.1.1 Unpacking Remove all parts from the packaging and check against the parts list in Section 3. 4.1.2 Controller Fit the controller to the sliding bracket using the screws provided.
  • Page 8 4.2 OPENING YOUR POWERCHAIR 4.2.1 Grip the seat handles or frame at either side of the seat and pull the chair open. 4.2.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 Pull up the locking links at the front and rear until they automatically latch. 4.2.3 Fit motors to each side.
  • Page 9 4.2.5 Lock the links again and slide the battery tray under the seat into the locations provided. Tighten the handles to lock the tray in place. 4.2.6 Put the battery boxes into the battery tray. The first battery to be fitted has one connection in the right side.
  • Page 10 4.2.9 Locate each armrest in the socket provided, adjust to required height and tighten handles, sufficiently to hold your weight when getting in or out. 4.2.9 4.2.10 4.2.10 Slide the joystick controller tube into the armrest socket, adjust for required position and tighten the knob.
  • Page 11 4.2.14 Backrest cushion: place cushion against backrest and fold pocket over the backrest fabric. 4.2.15 Press seat flap onto backrest velcro, trapping optional backrest pocket tabs also. 4.2.16 Optional armrest personal effects carriers: Slide a loop over the rear of the armrest, slide the carrier forward and push the other loop over the front of the armrest.
  • Page 12 4.3.8 Loosen the armrest handles and lift out the armrest. 4.3.9 Disconnect the motors and the batteries. 4.3.10 Remove both battery boxes. WARNING: THEY CAN WEIGH UP TO 15KG EACH DEPENDING ON BATTERIES FITTED. 4.3.11 Remove the battery tray by releasing the two locking knobs and lifting at the back and pulling towards you.

  • Page 13: Using Your Powerchair Do's & Dont's

    USING YOUR POWERCHAIR : DO'S AND DONT'S DO check that the controller is switched off and the parking brakes are on before getting in. DO take care negotiating inclines, uneven, soft or slippery surfaces, as the risk of tipping over is increased and directional control may be impaired.
  • Page 14 DO NOT use without footplates, as feet may become trapped underneath. DO NOT use without armrests fitted, as you may fall out, or catch clothing in the wheels. DO NOT carry heavy objects/passengers, as this may lead to instability. DO NOT lift using the armrests or footrests - always use the main frame. DO NOT trap fingers between the brake pad and the tyre.

  • Page 15: Using Your Powerchair Adjustments

    USING YOUR POWERCHAIR 6.1 Armrest adjustment The armrest can be adjusted for both height above seat and to additional width. Slacken the appropriate handle, move the armrest and re-tighten the handle. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WIDTH ADJUSTMENT 6.2 Legrest adjustment 6.2.1 The footplate to seat distance can be adjusted by slackening the stem clamp nut, selecting stem length and re-tightening to 27Nm (20 lbs ft).

  • Page 16: Getting In

    GETTING IN ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE PARKING BRAKES ARE ON. DO CHECK THAT THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER IS SWITCHED OFF. DO NOT STEP ON THE FOOTPLATES WHEN GETTING IN YOUR POWERCHAIR. DO CHECK THAT THE ARMRESTS ARE SECURE IF YOU INTEND TO LEAN ON THEM WHILE GETTING IN.

  • Page 17: Driving

    DRIVING NEVER carry passengers or excessive personal effects. ONLY sit facing forwards in a comfortable position. DO put feet on footplates. DO engage the motor clutches before releasing parking brakes. 9.1 BASICS 9.1.1. When in a comfortable seated position check motor clutches are engaged by turning them outwards towards each wheel.
  • Page 18 9.1.6. Select a suitable speed response at the control knob. 9.1.7. Push the joystick forwards to drive forwards and pull back to reverse. 9.1.8. Push forwards and left/right to get a left/right turn. 9.1.9. Push joystick full left/right to get spin turns. The joystick controller can be programmed, the factory settings should meet the requirements of most users.
  • Page 19 9.3 DESCENDING KERBS DO practise in a quiet place to gain confidence before going onto roads. LOOK first for ramps or very low steps (2 cm / 1 inch) that can safely be negotiated forwards. ALWAYS descend higher steps very slowly backwards. ALWAYS take care when driving on roads because powerchairs are small compared to most traffic.

  • Page 20: Batteries & Charging

    10 BATTERIES & CHARGING Please note the following safety information. In normal use you should have few problems using and charging your batteries. NEVER SMOKE OR USE NAKED FLAMES NEAR THE BATTERY. THE GASES THAT CAN BE GIVEN OFF ARE EXPLOSIVE. THE ACID CONTAINED WITHIN THE GEL BATTERIES IS FIXED WITHIN THE GEL ITSELF.
  • Page 21 10.1 FIRST, connect the charger plug to the joystick controller. 5.9.1 10.2 THEN, connect the mains plug to a suitable 13A 240V AC supply. 10.3 Switch on the charger. ALLOW UP TO 14 HOURS FOR A FULL CHARGE. Partly discharged batteries will recharge faster.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    11 TROUBLESHOOTING Switch on the joystick controller. (a) All bars are alight. Check: Cable is connected to joystick controller. Cables are connected to batteries. Check the circuit breakers on the battery boxes. Press in, if they come out again check for short circuit positive to negative. 8.1(a) BATTERY GAUGE...
  • Page 23 4 bars: The right hand motor has a bad connection. Make sure that the motor is connected properly and the controller connector is secure. 5 bars: The right hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. Disconnect and check continuity of the cable for short circuits and check battery connections. 6 bars: The battery charger is preventing the controller from driving the wheelchair.

  • Page 24: Maintenance Schedule

    12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE IMPORTANT It is advisable that professional servicing is carried out at six monthly intervals for a powerchair in constant daily use. For a powerchair exposed to less usage, the weekly checks should be carried out every time the powerchair is used.
  • Page 25 GENERAL CHECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT AT MONTHLY INTERVALS IMPORTANT If any of the items listed below give cause for concern, consult your powerchair supplier immediately. It is advisable that professional servicing is carried out at six monthly intervals for a powerchair in constant daily use.

  • Page 26: Service History

    13 SERVICE HISTORY As it is important to keep a documented record of service and repairs to your wheelchair, this section of your manual should be completed by your wheelchair supplier with details of any work carried out. This information will also be helpful to your supplier, and to you, should you decide to sell or exchange your wheelchair.
  • Page 27 Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer’s stamp 6 Months Date Initial Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer’s stamp 6 Months Date Initial Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer’s stamp 6 Months Date Initial Service Interval Details of work carried out Repairer’s stamp 6 Months...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    14 WARRANTY In the unlikely event of your needing it, The Manufacturers warranty is: Defective parts and items of faulty workmanship will be replaced or repaired free of charge for the first 12 months following delivery (24 months in the case of the crossbrace and frame).

  • Page 29: Detachable Backrest

    The Foldaway Powerchair Being the newest design available, this Powerchair incorporates a host of individual details following extensive consultation with users and prescribers. It quickly dismantles into light, folding sections. The armrests and footrests are fully adjustable. Re-charging the sealed for life batteries is simple. The latest state-of-the-art fully programmable electronic controller gives easy-to-use superior performance.

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