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Power Wheelchair | GUT171
Operator's Manual
Warning: Please read and thoroughly understand all instructions before operating. Failure to follow
safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Keep these
instructions in a safe and easily accessible place so that they can be referred to when needed. Retain
these instructions to assist in future servicing.
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  • Page 1 Power Wheelchair | GUT171 Operator’s Manual Warning: Please read and thoroughly understand all instructions before operating. Failure to follow safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Keep these instructions in a safe and easily accessible place so that they can be referred to when needed. Retain these instructions to assist in future servicing.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1. INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2. SAFETY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-4 2.1 BEFORE DRIVING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 2.2 WHILE DRIVING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-4 3. EMI ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-5 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 5. COMPONENTS AND FEATURES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 6. ASSEMBLY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10 6.1 CONNECT BATTERY CABLE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 6.2 ASSEMBLE SEAT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8-9 6.3 ASSEMBLE ARMREST ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-10 6.4 CONNECT POWER CABLE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10...

  • Page 3: Safety

    2. SAFETY 2.1 BEFORE DRIVING The user needs to be familiar with the usage and operation of this power wheelchair before driving. Therefore please always keep the following safety notices in mind. 2.1.1 The same traffic rules apply to the use of this power wheelchair as apply to pedestrians •...

  • Page 4: Ramps, Inclines And Drops

    2.2.6 Ramps, Inclines and Drops • Do not drive onto ramps that are steeper than the specified gradient. Refer to the “SPECIFICATION”. • Always use a lower speed setting when ascending or descending a gradient. • Do not drive on roads with large drops or potholes. Refer to the “MAX. GROUND CLEARANCE” in “SPECIFICATION”. •...

  • Page 5: Maximum Recommended Incline

    2.2.10 Inclines and uneven terrain When climbing an incline, try to keep your power wheelchair moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly and then accel- erate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so slowly and in the forward direction only. If your power wheelchair starts to move faster than you anticipated or desired it would, allow the chair to come to a complete stop by releasing the joystick.

  • Page 6: Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)

    3.2 POWERED WHEELCHAIR ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one move closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand-held radio wave sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very closer to the powered s control system of power wheelchair while using these devices.

  • Page 7: Technical Specifictions

    4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICTIONS SKU# GUT171 Max. Weight Capacity 300 lbs / 136 kgs Max. Drive Speed 4.0 MPH / 6.4 km/h Max. Reverse Speed 2.0 MPH / 3.2 km/h Max. Range 12.8 miles / 20.5 km Climbing Angle 6° (10.5%) Turning Radius 19.5"...

  • Page 8: Components And Features

    5. COMPONENTS AND FEATURES Headrest Backrest Joystick Controller Armrest Adjustment Bolts Seat Seat Swivel & Release Lever Freewheel Lever Freewheel Lever Rear Castor Footrest Drive Wheel Base Cover Front Castor Fig. 01...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    6. ASSEMBLY Fig. 02 6.1 CONNECT BATTERY CABLE 6.1.1 Loosen and remove the two knobs on the base cover. Lift up the base cover to remove. (Fig.02) 6.1.2 Connect the battery pack. Refit the base cover and tighten the two knobs to secure. (Fig.03) Fig.

  • Page 10: Assemble Armrest

    6.2.2 Affix the headrest to the top of the seat by Fig. 05 inserting the headrest posts into the holes in the top of the seat. (Fig.05) 6.3 ASSEMBLE ARMREST Fig. 06 6.3.1 Insert the arms in to the seat. (Fig.06) Fig.

  • Page 11: Connect Power Cable

    6.3.3 Insert the controller’s square mount into the Fig. 08 housing under the armrest. Tighten the star knob on the underside of the controller arm mount to hold it in place at the desired extension. (Fig.08) 6.4 CONNECT POWER CABLE Plug the cable from the joystick remote in to the port at the center of the powerchair base.

  • Page 12: How To Operate Your Power Wheelchair

    7.1.1 Battery Indicator • The battery gauge shows you that the power wheelchair is switched on. It also indicates the operating status of the power wheelchair. • When the powerchair is turned on, the battery gauge will light up from left to right with red, orange, and green lights indicating: •...

  • Page 13: How To Adjust The Seat

    7.2.2 JOYSTICK DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Fig. 13 Your power wheelchair may be equipped with an adjustable joystick. This function enables you to move the joystick from the armrest to the desired position. (Fig.13) 7.2.3 BRAKING Electro-magnetic brake: Release the speed control lever completely, and the electromagnetic brake will be activated automatically, and the power wheelchair will stop.

  • Page 14: Hex Screw

    7.3.3 To adjust the armrests angle (Fig.16) Fig. 16 • Lift-up the armrest. • Loose the hex nut. • Adjust the socket screw up or down to the desired arm angle position. • Tighten the hex nut. • To determine the same angle for the opposite armrest, count the exposed threads after the hex nut has been tightened.

  • Page 15: How To Adjust The Footrest

    7.3.6 To remove the seat Fig. 19 • Turn the power OFF. • Make sure the wheelchair is not in freewheel mode. • Push the seat rotate lever while pulling up on the seat Rotate Lever to remove. 7.3.7 To rotate around the seat (Fig.19) •...

  • Page 16: How To Set To Freewheel Mode

    7.5 HOW TO SET TO FREEWHEEL MODE Fig. 22 (Fig.22) For your convenience, the wheelchair is equipped with a freewheel level. This lever allows you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. 7.5.1 To engage the drive and take power wheelchair out of freewheel •...

  • Page 17: Drving The Powerchair

    7.7 DRVING THE POWERCHAIR • You must exercise awareness, caution, care, and common sense when operating your powerchair. Always keep in mind your own limitations and substance use. • Users may encounter difficult manoeuvring situations such as narrow doorways, travelling up and down ramps, cornering, and travelling on uneven terrain.

  • Page 18: Battery Charging And Care

    8. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE 8.1 BATTERY Use proper batteries • The Power wheelchair uses two long- lasting, 12 volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge.

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Battery

    SUGGESTION How to maximize your battery’s efficiency and service life. • Fully charge any new battery before its initial. • Be sure to charge the battery fully every time. Battery life will be seriously diminished if the battery is repeatedly used without being fully charged.

  • Page 20: Inspection And Maintenance

    9. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 9.1 INSPECTION Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference. Thereafter, follow these checks and maintenance procedures. Item Initially Weekly Monthly Periodically General (Mechanical Troubleshooting) • Power wheelchair rolls straight ○ ○ (no excessive drag or pull to one side).

  • Page 21: Regular Checking Record

    9.2 REGULAR CHECKING RECORD To make sure your power wheelchair is correctly serviced, take it to your dealer for regular maintenance checks. The initial inspection should be made after the first month’s use, thereafter every six months. Your dealer may charge a fee for this. Year Year Service Dates...

  • Page 22: Storage

    ATTENTION Before doing any maintenance, turn the power switch to OFF and remove the charger cords. SUGGESTION • Do not splash water onto the power wheelchair as this could cause the electronic system to malfunction. • Do not use petrol, solvents or aerosols as these may deform or damage the shrouds. •...

  • Page 23: Trouble Shooting

    10. TROUBLE SHOOTING 10.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom Possible cause Solution Limited driving distance. 1. Batteries not fully charged. 1. Charge batteries overnight or ensure 10 hours 2. Batteries weak won’t hold charge. of charge between uses. Make sure setting on charger is correct.

  • Page 24: Error Indication

    10.2 Error Indication • If there is an error with the system when it is powered up, then the status indicator will flash red; the number of flashes will indicate the type of error. • The table below describes the error indication, and a few possible actions that can be taken to rectify the problem. The actions listed are not in any particular order and suggestions only;...

  • Page 25: Identification Number

    10.3 POWERCHAIR INDIFICATION NUMBER Fig. 26 (Fig.26) To ensure the correct after sales service and warranty service support, please record the power wheelchair identification number found on the rear right-hand side of the frame. Identification Number Identification Number 11. WARRANTY Twelve (12) months for workmanship of the product, except for wearing parts.
  • Page 28 Thank you for your most recent purchase. Great Circle USA Follow us on social media Support Line: 1-866-493-0524 @SuperHandy help@greatcircleus.com www.superhandyus.com Size: 210x285mm 157克双铜 REV 07/12/24...

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