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Rascal Powerchair Models P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Owners Manual & Service Record Model P327 Mini and P327 Mini SL Electric Mobility Euro Limited, Canal Way, Ilminster , Somerset TA19 9DL Telephone: 01460 258100 www.electricmobility.co.uk Issue 2 ver 1: 09/2017...
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If you think your Powerchair may be damaged, do Please take time to read and understand them. not drive it but contact your dealer for advice. Ignoring them may endanger you or others. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Features and Layout Safety Information Intended Use Safety Information - General Warnings Controls - Joystick Assembly Controls - Driving Controls & Accelerator Controls - Model P327 Mini SL only Freewheel Device Brakes Armrest Adjustment Joystick Controller Adjustment Seat Back Folding / Adjustment...
6. Freewheel levers and turning 2. Charging point 7. Puncture-proof tyres on drive wheels 3. Footrest 4. Solid tyres on all four castors Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
(left) Make sure that you understand all It should be noted that the P327 Mini SL differs these notices. If you have any doubt, from the P327 Mini in that it features an electrically contact your dealer.
Warning: Battery Charge Before driving off always check the battery indicator. If you are in any doubt, ensure all the batteries are fully charged before starting on a journey. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
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Warning: Stopping If the Powerchair stops sud- Warning: Seat Height (P327 Mini SL ) Do denly when turning, the Powerchair might topple. not climb inclines or descend steeply with the Take care when turning.
9) 3. Maximum Speed Indicator: This shows what speed setting has been selected by the controls 5 and 6. The more lights that show, the higher the Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Controls - Driving Tip: The controller has a diagnostic mode. The “spanner” icon/lamp will flash to indicate that the Controls/Accelerator controller has detected an error or fault. If this hap- pens refer to the diagnostic table at the back of this manual, unless it is simply the result of the joystick Joystick control - To operate, turn on not being central at start up, which can be cleared...
This is to maintain stability performance. more importantly it may lead to serious injury. See Fig.3 for the seat in its highest position. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Freewheel Device Brakes When the vehicle is switched off the brakes are There are 2 braking systems. The first works with automatically engaged. This is called “Failsafe the joystick. When the joystick is released the Braking”. Also, if the batteries are flat, the brakes Powerchair will automatically brake.
Seat Height Adjustment (applies to P327 Mini only) Headrest Adjustment You are advised to ask your dealer to set the seat height in the most comfortable driving position.
Warning! Do not attempt to lift the power base/chassis un-assisted - back or other injury may result! Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Footrest Adjustment Driving Your Vehicle For comfort and to achieve correct posture, the Warning! footrest height and footrest angle can be adjusted. Whether or not this is your first Please ask your dealer to make these adjustments mobility vehicle, please read these guidelines as to ensure your legs are in a comfortable position.
Powerchair outside of the ambient operating takes a lot of energy. If the level drops too low the temperature limits stated in the Technical vehicle will cut out leaving you stranded. Specification. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Transporting Your Battery Charging Powerchair Warning! When charging batteries NEVER Contact your dealer for advice on how best to smoke or charge batteries in a place where transport your Powerchair in your vehicle. You there are naked flames such as gas-fired heat- may prefer to use ramps rather than lifting the ers as, under exceptional circumstances, components.
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Note: the charger contains a fan and will emit a slight charger plugged in with the power off. This may humming noise when in use. gradually discharge your batteries. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Battery Care User Maintenance The batteries are the lifeblood of your vehicle. Their It is important for safety that you carry out the characteristics can change depending on charging, following checks temperature, usage and other factors. Listed below are guidelines to prolong battery life. Daily or Before Use •...
• Are there any signs of damage, corrosion or person use only. Keep all packaging well away from cracking? children. They could be harmed. • Does the seat-lift function smoothly? Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Engineer’s Checklist for • Electromagnetic brake operation Powerchairs • Freewheel operation on both motors independ- ently Obtain all comments from the customer on the • Frame for damage or cracks condition and serviceability of the Powerchair and • General check for corrosion, repair or protect then complete an Initial diagnostic road test.
Phone the dealer and explain exactly what the problem is, recounting as much detail as possible including the indicated faults. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Diagnostic Table Your Powerchair controller provides diagnostic information via a flashing spanner icon at the base of the controller. The number of flashes correspond to the fault as below:- Flash Code Description Action User Fault Possible stall timeout or user error. Release the joystick to neutral and try again.
• Faulty or old batteries or a faulty charger Important Rule: Always use the correct charger with the correct batteries and ensure all batteries are charged before you start out. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Technical Information Regarding EMI Important Technical Information regarding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) The intensity of interference from electromagnetic energy is measured in volts per meter (v/m), which refers to the strength of the electrical source (volt- age) as it relates to the distance away from the object being considered (in meters).
This power-chair meets the relevant requirements of ISO 7176:14 2008. Due to a policy of continual improvement, Electric Mobility Euro Ltd reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice. Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Technical Specification - Rascal Powerchair P327 Mini SL Wheelchair type Class Class A, B or C Class B4 Department of Transport Class Class 1 2 or 3 Class 2 Overall dimensions fully assembled length x width x height mm (in) 1108 (43.6) x 624 (24.5) x 1180 (46.45)
Dealer stamp - 3rd Service Dealer stamp - 4th Service Dealer stamp - 5th Service Dealer stamp - 6th Service Dealer stamp - 7th Service Dealer stamp - 8th Service Rascal P327 Mini / P327 Mini SL Powerchair Owner’s Manual & Service Record...
Brochure Request Do you have a friend or colleague that would be interested in an Electric Mobility product? If so cut out this coupon and send it to the address shown on the back of the manual. My Dealer’s Company name is: Please can I have a free no-obligation home demonstration.
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