INTRODUCTION Congratulations on insisting the best. The Shoprider Jiffy portable Powerchair is the ultimate combination of style, comfort and portability. The compact features support easy transportation of your Shoprider Powerchair for today’s active lifestyle. We know that it will provide many years of mobility for you.
EMI WARNING Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) from Radio Wave Sources Powered electric chairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference, which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios and cellular phones.
Powered Chair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense the closer one moves to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand- held radio sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the Powerchair’s control system while using these devices.
Safety Instructions Please do use the Jiffy Powerchair to enhance your active lifestyle. With increased mobility, please observe a few rules to ensure safe operation of your Jiffy Powerchair. So please… Do not drive the Powerchair without reading this manual. Do not exceed the safe climbing maximum angle (Table 2).
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16. Always approach curbs and gradients at 90 degrees. 17. Always use the safety belt. 18. Always keep the feet on the leg rest while driving. 19. Always make sure the batteries are fully charged before setting out on a journey. 20.
Feature Guide Removable Armrests with Width Adjustment (Flips Down for Transport and Easy Seat Access) VSI Joystick Controller Charging Port Reclining Pillow-Top Leatherette Seat Standard Foot Plate Front Castor Assy (6” flat free tire) Frame Serial Number (13 alphanumeric characters) Rear Drive Wheel (8”...
Getting to Know Your Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair The Joystick Controller (VSI 50) 1. On-Off Button: This button turns the joystick controller (hereinafter referred to as VSI) on and off. Do not use this button to stop the folding power chair, except in an emergency.
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Locking/Unlocking the VSI Joystick LOCK MODE: The VSI controller can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. The locking method is achieved through a sequence of key presses and joystick movements, as detailed below. To lock Powerchair controller: While the controller is switched on, depress and hold the on/off button.
Drive/Freewheel Mechanism The drive/freewheel levers are found toward the front of the Powerchair, one on each side, located at the end of each motor. These levers will allow you to disengage the drive mechanism and push the Powerchair while in freewheel mode. Always leave the chair in drive mode.
User Transferring transfer forward, left or right from the chair. The armrests are hinged at the bottom and can be pushed down and out of the way for sideways transfer. Pull armrest up, then push armrest forward and down for side transfer.
Disassembling/Transporting the Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair Follow these simple guidelines for disassembly: 1. Park the Powerchair on a level surface 2. Ensure wheels locked in drive mode (Fig 3) 3. Fold up footplate 4. Unplug VSI from rear of unit 5. Remove battery pack from rear of unit 6.
Driving Your Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair Ramps, Slopes and Cambers The Jiffy indoor/outdoor Powerchair has the ability to negotiate ramps, slopes and cambers of a low to medium gradient. It is of the utmost importance that the following points are observed: 1.
Caring for Your Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair First Time Use Prior to using your Jiffy portable Powerchair for the first time, you must charge the batteries fully (refer to Battery Charging Procedures). Charging may take up to 8 hours. Charging the batteries completely prior to first time use will benefit battery efficiency.
Batteries & Battery Charging Batteries The Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair is designed to operate on two 12 volt/12Ah sealed lead acid or gel type maintenance free batteries. For easy handling, the batteries are contained within a battery-pack. The life of the batteries may be affected by temperature, terrain, weight of user, and care of batteries.
Battery Charging Procedure There are two ways to charge the Jiffy portable Powerchair: 1) Plug the A/C power cord into the wall. Plug the male three-pin charger plug into the female 3-pin receiver located on the bottom of the VSI (Refer to Figure 2, #8). 2) Remove the battery-pack from the unit.
Troubleshooting The Self-Help Guide (Table 1) is intended to assist in the location of a fault that may occur in a certain part of the Powerchair. If after checking the fault from the table below and the fault is still showing, do not use the Powerchair.
Safe Climbing Angle, Maximum Single User Weight Range Turning Radius As a part of our ongoing product improvement initiative, Shoprider reserves the right to change specifications and design without prior notice. All specifications and dimensions are approximate. Includes the anti-tip wheel.
QUARTERLY INSPECTION For your own safety, quarterly inspection and service on the product has to be performed and signed by an authorized provider. Maintenance records (below) should be kept at all times. The manufacturer / distributor / vendor will be indemnified from any product liability claim if the above maintenance / service requirement are not met.
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Service Record: Purchaser:_________________________________________________________ Model #: ______________ Serial #: ____________________________________ Dealer Unit Was Purchased From: ____________________________________ M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y M / D / Y...
Warranty is only valid when genuine Shoprider parts are used. All modifications on the Powerchair, unless approved and authorized by Shoprider will automatically invalidate the warranties.
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