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User Manual
Revision 03.16.2015
Made in the USA
By
ALLY Chair
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  • Page 1 User Manual Revision 03.16.2015 Made in the USA ALLY Chair Company...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Page 5 Warnings and Disclaimers Page 6 Rider Requirements Page 6 Risks Page 7 Disclaimers Page 8 Limited Warranty Page 10 ALLY Installation Page 12 Adjustments Page 22 Riding the ALLY Page 30 Tips for Riding the ALLY Page 37...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The ALLY is a unique seated solution for users of the Segway® i2. The Segway® is designed for a standing rider; however, many people and businesses wish to enjoy the versatility and agility of the Segway® from strictly a seated position. Now, with the genius of the ALLY design, users can mount and dismount the Segway®, ride and steer...
  • Page 4 Steering Lever Arm Rest Lifting Strap Seat Back Adjuster Floor-to-seat Assist Bar (optional) Stabilizers *Please note not all models have a hip belt/seat belt included. Rest Seat Back Adjuster Seat Cushion Accessory Mount FootRest Stabilizers...

  • Page 5: Ally Specifications

    ALLY Specifications ALLY kit weight 50 lbs / 22.7 kg Segway® and ALLY kit combined weight 151 lbs / 68.6 kg Turning Radius Zero Ground Clearance 3.4 inches / 8.5 cm Dimensions Indicated below Top Speed 12.5 mph / 20 kmh...

  • Page 6: Warnings And Disclaimers

    The rider must be able to stay in the ALLY. The rider needs the core strength to hold his or her position on the ALLY. If the rider slips off the seat, he or she will fall and risk being injured.

  • Page 7: Risks

    Do not ride the ALLY unless it has been properly adjusted to your individual weight distribution and dimensions. It is your responsibility to ensure that no one rides the ALLY unless it is adjusted for them. It will not function properly for unfitted riders.

  • Page 8: Disclaimers

    Segway, Inc. The Segway® Limited Warranty does not cover damages to a Segway® resulting from alterations or modifications to the vehicle, including but not limited to the installation of the ALLY. Neither the Segway® nor the ALLY is approved for use as a medical device by any United States regulatory agency.

  • Page 9: Limited Warranty

    Where the Product is subject to this Warranty, ALLY may direct you to return such Product to ALLY or a Reseller, at your risk and expense and no later than ten (10) days after the end of the Warranty Period. After ALLY or the...
  • Page 10 EXPRESS, IMPLIED, ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE PRODUCTS OR ANY MATTER WHATSOEVER. THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY ALLY. YOU SHALL NOT HAVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE OR PASS ON, AND SHALL TAKE ALL...

  • Page 11: Ally Installation

    ALLY Installation Installation of the ALLY to the Segway® base can be done by the dealer or by simply adhering to the following instructions. The anticipated time for installation is 45 minutes. All of the necessary tools for install are either included with a Segway® purchase or in the ALLY kit except a 13mm wrench.
  • Page 12 Step 3: Remove the Lean Steer Frame. (This is already unattached if you have purchased a new Segway®. The new Segway® may not have the center console cover attached. Attach the center console cover.).
  • Page 13 Step 4: Flip the Segway® on its side. Remove the Segway® tires and fenders. First, remove the hub with a screw driver or similar (it just pops off). Second, remove the tire by removing the three (3) – 13mm nuts (13mm wrench not included). Third, remove the fender by removing the four (4) - Torx T20 bolts with the T20 wrench (included).
  • Page 14 Step 5: Carefully stack the wheels and place the Segway® base unit on top of the wheels as a platform to work from. Remove the bumper frames by removing the eight (8) – 4mm Hex screws with the 4mm Hex wrench (included).
  • Page 15 Step 6: Remove the floor mats and the twelve (12) plate deck bolts (these bolts will no longer be needed for the ALLY installation) with the T27 wrench (included). [HINT: Keep the original Segway® box, deck bolts, floor mats, and bumper frames and screws as they will need to be reinstalled to the Segway®...
  • Page 16 Step 7: Loosen the seat plate adjustment knob by turning it counter clock-wise. The knob is located in the middle of the seat pan behind the seat. Step 8: Remove the seat cushion to expose the seat pan bolts.
  • Page 17 Step 9: Remove the eight (8) seat pan bolts with the 4mm wrench (included). Slide off the seat assembly to expose the internals.
  • Page 18 Step 10: Ensure the steering lever is vertical and the stabilizer lever is in the deployed position as indicated and mate the ALLY with the Segway®. Slide on the steering hub as indicated.
  • Page 19 Step 11: Ensure the steering lever is vertical and that the steering hub is level prior to the installation of the wedges. Install the locking wedges by tightening the 5mm Hex bolt with the 5mm Hex wrench (included) or by tightening the set screw on top of the steering hub.
  • Page 20 Step 12: Fasten the ALLY unit to the Segway® base by installing the twelve (12) 5mm deck bolts (included). First, tighten the deck bolts by hand, and then tighten with the 5mm Hex wrench (included). Step 13: REVERSE steps 9, 8, 7, and 4 in that order.

  • Page 21: Adjustments

    CAUTION: before deploying or retracting the Stabilizers, always place a hand on a solid surface or get a spotter for added balance. Do not sit on the ALLY until instructed to do CAUTION: Do not ride the ALLY unless it has been properly adjusted to your individual weight distribution and dimensions.
  • Page 22 1. Stabilizer Adjustment 1.1. Place the assembled ALLY on a level surface and deploy the Stabilizers (while not mounted). Do this by lifting UP the Stabilizer Lever until it locks into position.
  • Page 23 1.2. Be sure the seat top is level (the cushion will need to be temporarily removed to confirm level). Push each Stabilizer button to let the Casters touch the ground. 1.3. Confirm the seat top is level and then lock each Stabilizer into position as its caster rests on the floor.
  • Page 24 Stabilizers yet. [HINT: Typically, the rider will leave a small gap between his or her back and the seat back to allow room to lean back for stopping and backward travel.] 2.5. Be sure the Stabilizers are still deployed and dismount the ALLY. 2.6. Read the ROHO AGILITY Back Systems Operation Manual.
  • Page 25 3. Adjusting the Seat Plate 3.1. Adjust the seat plate to position the rider so as to satisfy the gravitational centering required by the Segway® to effectively lean forward and back for safe and controlled travel and stopping. 3.2. Read the ROHO Dry Floatation Wheelchair Cushions Operation Manual.
  • Page 26 3.2. Be sure the Stabilizers are deployed and the Seat Plate adjustment knob is securely tightened. 3.3. Be sure the Segway® is “On”. 3.4. The rider mounts the ALLY.
  • Page 27 3.5. A spotter should be in position, assisting the rider by holding the seat back bar or non-removable arm rest and helping to balance the rider.
  • Page 28 ALLY. (It takes approximately 17 pounds (7.7 kg) of pull and push to operate the stabilizer lever). 3.7. If the ALLY floats forward with the rider sitting upright, the rider is positioned too far to the front. Deploy the stabilizers by placing a hand on a solid surface and then pulling UP on the Stabilizer Lever.

  • Page 29: Riding The Ally

    – seriously – this is particularly critical in your first rides and as you become familiar with riding the ALLY. For your first ride with the ALLY, start on a flat surface with good traction, and ensure that there are no obstacles overhead or near the wheels. Be sure the Segway®...
  • Page 30 Stabilizer Lever until it locks into position before mounting. Approximately 17 pounds (7.7 kg) of pull and push is required to operate the stabilizer lever. 2. Be sure the Segway® is “On” and in the “Beginner” mode (as indicated with a “Turtle” on the controller). 3. Mount the ALLY.
  • Page 31 Stabilizers can leave the ALLY unbalanced and lead to falls and injury. HINT: The ALLY is least stable when the Segway® has just been turned on and is in the “Standby” mode and the first stabilizer retraction is performed. The rider will be fine if they follow the preceding instructions.
  • Page 32 5. Slowly lean forward. The ALLY will begin to travel slowly forward. 6. Slowly lean backward. The ALLY will come to a stop.
  • Page 33 7. Slowly lean backward. The ALLY will begin to travel backwards. 8. Slowly lean forward. The ALLY will come to stop.
  • Page 34 9. Press the steering lever to the left. The ALLY will turn in place to the left. Approximately 7 pounds (3.2 kg) of pressure left and right is required to steer the ALLY. 10. Press the steering lever to the right. The ALLY will turn in place to the right.
  • Page 35 12. Deploy the Stabilizers by placing one hand on a solid surface and, in one swift motion, pull UP on the Stabilizer Lever with the other. The ALLY is now safely stationary. Place one hand on a solid surface and, in one swift motion, fully retract the Stabilizers by pressing DOWN on the Stabilizer Lever.
  • Page 36 13. To dismount, come to a stop. Deploy the Stabilizers by placing one hand on a solid surface and, in one swift motion, pull UP on the Stabilizer Lever with the other until the Stabilizers lock into position. Dismount of the ALLY. CAUTION: Do not deploy the stabilizers on loose or uneven surfaces.

  • Page 37: Tips For Riding The Ally

    CAUTION: The ALLY will not handle as steep of side slopes as the un-modified Segway® i2. Do not ride the ALLY in the dark, on loose gravel, or in high winds, icy, snowy, slushy, or wet conditions.

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