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U s e r M a n u a l
F L 5 0 0 1

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  • Page 1 P R O D U C T C O D E : U s e r M a n u a l F L 5 0 0 1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. GUIDANCE FOR USE 3. PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5. FEATURES 6. EMI 7. SAFETY 8. INSTALLATION GUIDE 9. OPERATION GUIDE 10. BRAKING 11. BATTERY 12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING 13. TROUBLESHOOTING 14. WARRANTY...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Motion Healthcare is not liable for any property damage or bodily injury which may occur as a result of improper use of this power wheelchair or failing to follow the instructions in this owner’s manual.

  • Page 4: Guidance For Use

    2. GUIDANCE FOR USE This manual must be read and understood completely before your first use. If you have difficulty in understanding the warnings, notes and instructions in this owner’s manual, or require additional assistance, please contact your authorized provider or distributor to obtain professional guidance and help.

  • Page 5: Product Safety Symbols

    The following symbols are used to identify warnings, mandatory actions and prohibited actions. It is essential that you fully understand and completely familiarize yourself with these symbols before operating your Foldalite Trekker for the first time. Read and follow the instructions provided in this manual.

  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 105cm / 41” LENGTH 70cm / 27.5” WIDTH 99cm / 39” HEIGHT 105cm / 41” FOLDED LENGTH 70cm / 27.5” FOLDED WIDTH 84cm / 33” FOLDED HEIGHT 46cm / 18” SEAT WIDTH 42cm / 16.5” SEAT DEPTH Solid 20cm / 8”...

  • Page 7: Features

    5. FEATURES 1. UPPER BACKREST 2. BACK CUSHION 3. BACKREST JOINT 4. ARMREST 5. JOYSTICK 6. LITHIUM BATTERY 7. SAFETY BELT 8. SEAT BASE 9. LEG GUARD 10. FRAME 11. SPLASH GUARD 11. SPLASH GUARD 12. MOTOR WHEEL 13. FOOTREST 14.
  • Page 8 5. FEATURES 17. FOLDING RELEASE LEVER 18. ANTI-TIPPING WHEELS 19. ELECTROMAGNETIC BRAKE LEVERS 20. CONTROL PANEL CABLE CLIP 21. KICK STAND...

  • Page 9: Emi

    6. EMI The power wheelchair may be affected by electromagnetic interference (EMI), which may cause damage or interruption to the operation of the chair. It is important for you to understand the instructions which can help you take protective measures against the risk of interference. The sources of electromagnetic waves come from broadcasting stations, TV stations, radio transmitters, two-way radios (such as walkie-talkies), cellular phones and computers.

  • Page 10: Safety

    Short-circuits or electric shock may occur when the two poles are accidentally contacted. • Familiarize yourself with the Foldalite Trekker and its capabilities. • Always seek assistance during your first use until you are confident enough to operate the chair independently and proficiently.
  • Page 11 7. SAFETY STATIC POSITION When the chair is inactive even for a moment; the power must be off (Fig. A2). This will: • Prevent the control panel from being activated by accidental touch which may cause the chair to move unintentionally. •...
  • Page 12 The Foldalite Trekker is designed optimally for dry level surfaces; such as concrete and indoor ground flooring. Do not use the Foldalite Trekker on sand, uneven or loose surfaces, tall grass or rough road surfaces to prevent the wheels, bearings, axis, motor and other parts from being damaged or loosened.

  • Page 13: Vehicle Transport

    VEHICLE TRANSPORT Please be aware that it is at your own risk and is not advisable to sit in the Foldalite Trekker when taking any forms of transportation such as cars, buses, trains, planes or ships. If you must take such forms of transportation while remaining in the chair, it is extremely important that you secure your positioning waist belt and power off the chair and push the brake lever to “Drive”...
  • Page 14 7. SAFETY GETTING ON/OFF Whenever moving your body, it is recommended to have a supporting point that is higher than the seat cushion. To avoid and reduce the chance of falling, please be aware of the followings: • Before getting on and off the chair, ensure that you lift up the armrest and lower the leg guard.
  • Page 15 7. SAFETY STATIONARY OBSTACLES Navigating over obstacles such as ramps, slopes, curbs, raised or uneven surfaces, pot holes and rough roads can be hazardous. Extreme caution is needed to avoid tipping the chair over. Do not exceed the incline guidelines and specifications in this owner’s manual. To navigate over a stationary obstacle: •...

  • Page 16: Load Limit

    Overloading caused damages will void the warranty of the chair. Getting Up/Down Stairs and Escalators The Foldalite Trekker is not designed for long journeys or getting up and down stairs, and escalators It is prohibited to move or use the Foldalite Trekker on stairs and escalators.

  • Page 17: Installation Guide

    8. INSTALLATION GUIDE POSITIONING WAIST BELT The positioning waist belt is for holding your hip properly against the back of the seat and must be strapped 45° over your hip (Fig. C) to prevent the user from falling off the chair. Please wear the waist belt at all times while seated.

  • Page 18: Mounting The Control Panel

    8. INSTALLATION GUIDE MOUNTING THE CONTROL PANEL The control panel can be mounted on the right or left armrest. As shown in Fig. D1, put the quick release clamp of the control panel onto the metal grab bar and lock the quick release handle tightly and securely.

  • Page 19: Operation Guide

    9. OPERATION GUIDE CONTROL PANELS The Control Panel comprises of the following: Function: Description Time The current time is displayed by LCD, Beijing time is displayed by default. If the time display is different from your time zone, you can modify the time in the setting menu. Electric quantity display The use of color LCD display shows the remaining battery capacity, you can clearly understand the remaining battery power.
  • Page 20 9. OPERATION GUIDE When the LED light flashes intermittently, which indicate specific diagnostic troubles referred in the table below: 1. If the battery widget is in a red state, please charge as soon as possible, reduce the use of driving function, change to the push model.
  • Page 21 9. OPERATION GUIDE Movement Control lever operation Forward Push the control lever forward Backward Pull the control lever backward Right Push the control lever to the right Left Push the control lever to the left Stop Release the control lever gradually (the chair will slow down to stop safely) Forward Turn left...

  • Page 22: Braking

    10. BRAKING After any adjustment, repair or maintenance, check all components and parts for tightness before use, otherwise damage or injury may occur. Free wheel Electromagnetic Drive Brake Lever Electromagnetic Brake System The chair has 2 braking modes which can be selected by pushing the brake levers to “Drive” or “Free wheel”...

  • Page 23: Battery

    11. BATTERY Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix use of old and new batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. If contacted, short-circuit or electric shock may occur and cause injury.

  • Page 24: Battery Maintenance

    11. BATTERY BATTERY MAINTENANCE The battery’s life and performance may be affected by temperature, condition of the battery, and the weight of the user. Charging the battery continuously for a long duration before the first use can reduce the battery’s service life. It is recommended that you charge the battery for the first time, when the lowest level of the LED light on the control panel flashes.
  • Page 25 11. BATTERY Mounting the battery: 1. Hold the battery grip and plug in the battery with the battery bottom aligned to the mouth of the battery holder (Fig. E3). When a click sound is heard, the battery has been mounted firmly.
  • Page 26 LED light flashes, the Over-current Protector The Foldalite Trekker is also equipped with an over-current protector. If the current supplied to the motor is too high, the over-current protector will cut off the current supply. If crossing over a slope over 12o or the load is over 255 lbs or the motor rotation is jammed, the over-current protector will be activated and the chair’s control will cut off the circuit to prevent over current...

  • Page 27: Unfolding And Folding

    12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING After any adjustment, repair or maintenance, ensure all components are securely tightened. When lifting the chair, it is strongly recommended to get the user off the chair before lifting or handling the chair. If absolutely necessary to handle the chair and yourself together, please exercise extreme caution and have at least two attendants to assist in lifting the chair.
  • Page 28 12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING 4. As shown in Fig. F4, press the backrest adjusting button and turn 5. As shown in Fig. F5, press the anti-tipping wheel button and pull out the anti-tipping wheel. 6. Mount the control panel and plug in the 5 –pin control cable in accordance with Fig.
  • Page 29 12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING FOLDING 1. Remove the control panel. (Fig. F9) 2. Press the anti-tipping wheel button and retract the anti-tipping wheel. (Fig. F10) 3. Press the backrest adjusting button (Fig. F11) and turn the back rest in the direction as shown in Fig.
  • Page 30 12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING 4.Rotate the armrest as shown in Fig. F13. 5. Loosen the knob as shown in Fig. F14 and turn the leg guard down. 6. Hold the folding lever (Fig. F15) and push the backrest forward (Fig. F16).
  • Page 31 12. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING 7. Press the chair tightly as shown in Fig. F16 until it is fully closed as shown in Fig. F17. ANTI-TIPPING WHEEL 1. As shown in Fig. G1, press the anti-tipping wheel button. Pull out the anti-tipping wheel to the position of the hole for it to lock.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    13. TROUBLESHOOTING The control panel will display a number of possible trouble conditions by means of the LED light. When the LED light is green, the chair is trouble-free. When a problem occurs, the LED light will flash. When a “Trouble” LED light flashes, turn off the power of the chair and turn it on again. If the flashing “Trouble”...
  • Page 33 13. TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible cause Solution The fifth level LED light flashes: Push the electromagnetic The electromagnetic brake is in brake lever to “Drive” “Free wheel” Position and the chair position, please refer to will not move. instructions on Page 20 When the power is off, and the Contact the customer electromagnetic brake lever is in...

  • Page 34: Warranty

    Invoice and warranty card are required for service within the warranty period, otherwise all repair costs will be charged. Motion Healthcare will repair or replace at our option to the original purchaser, free of charge, any of the warranty included items being examined by an authorized representative of Motion Healthcare and found defective in material and/or workmanship.
  • Page 35 14. NOTES...

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