These will help us to assist you in the event of any difficulties you may experience in the future. I am sure you will find your eFOLDi to be a reliable friend and companion and I thank you for your custom and your trust in our products.
The terms ‘you’, ‘your’, ‘user’ and ‘rider’, mean the person using the eFOLDi not withstanding any person(s) han- dling the eFOLDi on behalf of the user, if different to the user, in- cluding general handling, maintenance, repairs and so on.
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Qualifying products as acceptable for the return, as outlined in the return policy, as stated on the web- site online at: www.efoldi.com/return-policy. Information in this user manual is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest updates and information, please go to our website online at: www.efoldi.com.
The power chair should NOT be used by people: • With a mental impairment which requires on going supervision or assistance; • With slow reaction and who have difficulty in handling power mo- bility devices; • Who cannot operate all controls fully and as intended; * •...
Product overview Thank you for purchasing our eFOLDi power chair. This ultra-light electric wheelchair has been carefully researched and developed to be light, energy efficient and easy to operate. Please read this manual carefully before use, so that you are familiar with all the various functions, and understand the required maintenance.
Components Joystick control Armrest Push handle Seatbelt Handbrakes (both sides) Batteries Rear wheel 12 inch Attendant control Footrest Folding mechanism bar Anti-tip wheels Seat cover Front wheel Control box Table 1: Model HBLD3-D Components Rev. A, English...
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Speed indicator Attendant control Reversing sound on/off Table 2: Power chair HBLD3-D controls * Attendant control only works when the main power switch (4) is turned on. Push any buttons on the attendant control to sync it with the Joystick before moving off.
Caution: Do not get on or off the eFOLDi power chair when the power is on, or when the power chair is in freewheel mode or with the hand- brakes disengaged, or there is no carer to provide assistance.
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Cannot be driven on the road. Be sure to slow down before turning. Do not make sharp turns at high speed. Do not park the eFOLDi power chair on a ramp. Never make turns on a slope. Do not ride over rough, cobbled, muddy or loose gravel surfaces.
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When unfolding/folding your power chair ensure: • The eFOLDi is positioned on a level floor or ground. • Main switch is switched off. • All latch pins are properly secured in place, as stated on the instructions and shown on the illustrations.
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This is called the "EMI immunity level". The higher the EMI immunity level, the greater the protection from EMI. Currently the eFOLDi power chair has an immunity level of at least 20V/m, which provides useful protection from the com- mon sources of EMI.
Folding instructions To a Power chair mode Please study the instruction and image illumination to fa- miliarise the folding procedures and please only operate one mov- ing part at the same time. A Once removed from the packaging place the wheelchair on a stable surface.
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D Slot the joystick arm inside the frame and push it, into a com- fortable horizontal position, where it is easy for your hand to reach the joystick. E Once you are happy with the horizontal position of the joystick arm, lock it by tightening the clamp.
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To a Storage mode Please study the instruction and image illumination to fa- miliarise the folding procedures and please only operate one mov- ing part at the same time. A Loosen the tightening clamp, to release the joystick arm. B Take out the joystick arm and place it on the power chair seat. C Fold the footrest, at 90°...
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F By pressing the folding mechanism bar and bringing your hand together to close and fold the eFOLDi Power chair. Your power chair is ready to be stored or transported. Front wheel should face backwards for proper folding.
Safety check before use - see Safety Guid- ance eFOLDi power chair is suitable to use indoor or drive on the pave- ment only and is designed to drive on smooth even surfaces. When driving your eFOLDi, choose a route with good road conditions.
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Joystick controller Perform the safety check before each use - see Safety Guidance section. Operate the power chair • To Start - Switch on the main power switch ( ) and press the power button on the joystick to switch on the power chair. •...
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• Speed adjustment - slower ( ) It is positioned just above the control handle on the left hand side, and it decreases the speed (from 5 to 1) to make the eFOLDi power chair easier to control. • Power display ( ) Shows the battery charge remaining.
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Switch off the power switch from joystick control on the flat ground for 2 second or lift the rear wheels off the ground for a couple of seconds, it will give you freewheel/motor bypass mode, which you will still feel some resistance. Braking mode Do not use the power chair on a ramp/slope if the battery is out of power without applying manual brakes, it does not have any...
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the batteries. Apply manual brakes immediately to stop the forward movement. ALWAYS APPLY MANUAL BRAKES WHEN THE POWER CHAIR IS STATIONARY, ESPECIALLY IF ON A SLOPE, AND ALWAYS BEFORE GETTING IN TO OR OUT OF THE POWER CHAIR Rev. A, English...
• Connection dock must be handled with care to avoid damage. • Charge the battery ONLY with the approved charger. • Never use a charger for lead type batteries on the eFOLDi battery. • Never place the battery near, on or against any heat source.
• Never store the battery when it is significantly discharged. • For the benefit of international travellers, your approved eFOLDi charger can be used with any mains voltage supply from 100 to 240 Volts, with a suitable travel adaptor.
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Caution: Please charge the battery once a month if not in use (Power chair batter- ies ideally should not be stored in the power chair). Rev. A, English...
2. Charge directly to battery - battery may be charged separately after removing it from the chair by using the short ’pigtail’ adaptor which need to be connected to the charger lead first. Do NOT use any other cable than 24VDC eFOLDi power chair charger to charge. Rev. A, English...
Checks and maintenance • Perform the following inspections prior to using your eFOLDi daily: For pneumatic tyres, make sure you check the correct tyre inflation and maintain without exceeding the P.S.I./BAR/kPa air pressure rating indicated on each pneumatic tyre (note: the front and rear tyres may have different pressures).
Cleaning and disinfection. Please see section "Checks and main- tenance". Inspection according to service plan. Please consult with an authorised dealer for inspection, service and maintenance before reuse, or contact eFOLDi customer ser- vice if purchased directly from us. Rev. A, English...
2 x 200W, 24VDC Battery: 2 x 5.2Ah 24VDC Lithium Ion Charger: Input 110-220VAC, 50/60Hz, output 29.4V 2A Brake: Electric brake Power switch: Power button on joystick Number of Wheels: Tyre type: Solid or pneumatic Table 4: Specification-Power chair-HBLD3-D Rev. A, English...
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