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Read and follow all instructions, warnings and notes in this manual before attempting to operate your Journey Air Elite for the first time. If there is any information in this manual that you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for assembly or operation, please contact your authorized local provider The symbols just below in the box are used in this manual to indicate warnings or information important to your safety. Please be sure you fully understand all warnings and cautions It is strongly recommended that you should read and understand them completely.
Failure to heed the warnings in the manual may result in personal injury.
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Failure to heed the cautions in the manual may result in damage to the Journey Air Elite.
To ensure your safety, please read and understand this manual. You must be on high alert to ensure safety when driving any mobility unit.
Please read the following warning carefully to avoid damage or personal injury caused by improper operation. Journey Air Elite users should take appropriate safety measures and obey local pedestrian traffic rules. The company is not responsible for personal injury and/ or product damage caused by improper operation. When you sit in the personal electric vehicle, it may be difficult for others to see you. Use of safety equipment such as reflectors, reflective clothing, lights and safety signs is critical to your safety.
Please consult your health care professional regularly to ensure that there are no health or physical conditions that limit or compromise your safe operation of the personal electric vehicle. If you are taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, or if physical activity is limited, please consult your physician. Some medications and medical conditions may impair your ability to operate the personal electric conditions.
We strongly recommend that you do not smoke in the personal electric vehicle If you decide to smoke in the chair, be careful with ashes, keeping them away from the personal electric vehicle seat. Be sure your cigarette is completely extinguished before discarding it.
Be extremely careful when using oxygen near electrical circuits or combustible materials Please contact your oxygen supplier for information on the safe use of oxygen.
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Do not change the controller settings Please ask your service provider to check the controller settings every 6-12 months If you notice any changes in your ability to control the personal electric vehicle, please contact your service provider.
It is possible that the personal electric vehicle could stop suddenly at any time during operation If you sense or see anything unusual or irregular in its performance, immediately cease operation If necessary, contact your service provider
Do not place the personal electric vehicle on an incline or slope when it is in manual mode as it could move forward/backward on its own.
If you expect to sit in a fixed position for a long time, turn off the power to prevent accidental movement of the personal electric vehicle.
Avoid any accessory that might interfere with the operation of the joystick, as accidental contact could cause the personal electric vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Keep yourself, clothing and other objects away from the wheel while the personal electric vehicle is moving. Do not pull anything behind the personal electric vehicle while driving Loose clothing and other items can get sucked into tires and/or turning gears.
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Keep all charger connector terminals clean and dry, away from damp sources to prevent damage to electrical system and/or personal injury
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The storage temperature of the personal electric vehicle is -59°F~104°F. Long-term storage in lower or higher temperatures will damage the chair's functioning.
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Always check electrical components for corrosion. Check all brakes for any looseness, wear or damage. Check wiring harnesses and terminal posts for breakage If necessary, please contact your service provider.
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Please ensure the safety of personal electrical vehicles and batteries during transportation. Never transport personal electrical vehicles or batteries with combustible materials.
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Please use the battery under the supervision of service technicians authorized by the company. Battery connectors, terminals and related accessories contain lithium, lead and lead components.
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When climbing a hill or elevation, drive straight on up. Both front wheels should reach the top at the same time. Never go up an incline at an angle as that approach could result in overturning. Always be particularly careful when climbing slopes.
Do not drive on potentially dangerous roads or slopes, including but not limited to roads covered with snow, ice, cut grass or wet leaves.
To ensure your safety, please read and understand this manual. You must be on high alert to ensure safety when driving any mobility unit.
Please drive down a slope at the minimum speed If the descent speed is faster than expected, release the joystick lever to stop the personal electric vehicle, and then press the lever lightly to control the descent speed.
The recommended maximum climbing angle (see parameter table) was tested in a controlled environment. Your personal electric vehicle's ability to climb is affected by factors such as your weight, the speed of your personal electric vehicle and the angle at which you approach the slope.
Reversing is possible only on flat roads. When reversing, please operate smoothly at low speed Please stop frequently and check to make sure there are no obstacles on the road
When sitting in a personal electric vehicle, avoid any position or movement that can change your center of gravity. This may cause the personal electric vehicle to tilt
Even if your personal electric vehicle can cross high obstacles, we recommend that you do not try to cross a height exceeding 1 inch. Such an attempt may cause the personal electric vehicle over an obstacle of such height can cause a rollover and severe personal injury If you have any concerns about safely crossing an obstacle, do not attempt to do so without asking for help. Please keep in mind to remove or cover sills and install ramps at exits and entrances.
Never operate the personal electric vehicle near railroad tracks or crossings.
Do not drive the personal electric vehicle along the edge of a stream, lake or sea. Please do not attempt to drive the personal electric vehicle into or across water.
Do not expose the personal electric vehicle to open flames.
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Keep your personal electric vehicle in dry and clean environment. Don't take the personal electric vehicle to shower, bath, pool or sauna Rain, snow, salt, fog and spray conditions, as well as frozen surfaces can cause personal electric vehicle screws and some fixtures to rust in untimely fashion.
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Avoid exposing the personal electric vehicle to prolonged excessively hot or cold environments. Excessive heat or cold may damage cushioned and non-cushioned parts of the chair, as well as the battery and battery components.
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Do not pull or drag the personal electric vehicle behind any vehicle. Dragging may exceed the chair's own speed threshold, causing damage to key parts
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Be extremely careful when transporting an idle personal electric vehicle up and down stairs. To accomplish, the personal electric vehicle should be folded and carried, requiring the participation of several physically capable people.
Do not cross stairs or escalators with the personal electric vehicle.
Do not sit on a personal electric vehicle while it is in any transport vehicles.
For safer handling, be sure the power is off before moving/ transporting the personal electric vehicle. Failure to do so may result in an accidental contact with the joystick that would cause the chair to move unexpectedly. Make sure the brakes are locked as well, to prevent the chair from moving during handling. This personal electric vehicle can be driven into an elevator, where you must turn off the power and sit firmly to ensure the personal electric vehicle will not move inside the elevator space.
Do not place the folded personal electric vehicle on the front seat of transporting vehicle as the chair may shift position and disturb the driver
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Please contact your service provider if any spare parts on the seating systems are loose. Replace worn or damaged padding immediately
Radio wave sources such as radio and television stations, amateur radio transmission, two-way radios and mobile or cell phones can affect your personal electric vehicle control
The following warnings should reduce the possibility of severe injury due to unintended braking or accidental movement of the personal electric vehicle:
The main parts of this personal electric vehicle include the frame, two front wheels, two drive wheels, controller, motor with mechanism, armrest, push handles, push handles, backrest, seat base, footrest, battery case and charger. These parts are all identified and located in Fig. 1.
Your personal electric vehicle has an internal power supply, an anti-shock classification, and a rated voltage and frequency of DC 24 V.
Fig 2 below is an electrical diagram
Software Version of Journey Air Elite 08642 is V1.0.
The main specification includes dimension and weight.
Overall Dimensions | 354 x 228 x 339 inches |
Seat Height | 181 inches |
Seat Width | 165 inches |
Seat Depth | 157 inches |
Arm Height | 98 inches |
Seatback Height | 157 inches |
Personal Electric Vehicle Weight | 26 lbs (without battery) |
Maximum Speed | Less than 37 mph |
Braking Distance (on a level surface) | Less than 393 inches |
Minimum Turning Radius | Less than 354 inches |
Weight Capacity | 240 lbs |
Theoretical Travel Ranging | Greater than 10 miles |
Static Stability | Greater than 6° |
Dynamic Stability | Greater than 3° |
Slope Performance | 6° |
Climbing Ability | Greater than 3° |
Motor Type | 24V/150W*2 |
Lithium Battery Type | 24V/10Ah |
Max. Output Current of Controller | 35A |
Max. Output Current of Charger | 2A |
Front Wheel | Flat-Free Tire, OD 65 inches |
Rear Wheel | Flat-Free Tire, OD 106 inches |
Theoretical Travel Ranging is tested on flat road with average speed.
It will vary due to drive surface, operation habits, etc
Please follow these steps to fold your personal electric vehicle for transport or storage:
This is the key component of your personal electric vehicle All the electronics for operating the chair are housed in this box (Fig 16). Usually the controller is installed on one of the armrests and connected to the motor and the battery through the power box.
If your personal electric vehicle moves accidentally, please immediately release the joystick, and the chair will stop automatically.
If you connect any devices other than the supplied battery charger into the socket, causing damage to the control system, then the warranty is invalid.
If you will fully charge your new battery prior to its initial use, this first charge will bring the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level. Operating the personal electric vehicle at that level, checking the battery indicator light periodically, and when a re-charge is indicated, give the battery another full charge (for 6-8 hours) and operate the personal electric vehicle again. The battery will now be performing at over 90% of its potential. After four or five such charging cycles, the battery will top off at 100% charge and last for an extended period Please replace the battery when necessary.
Do not use your personal electric vehicle when the temperature is less then -77°F or above 122°F.
Battery Specification | |
Type | Lithium Battery |
Dimension | 6.4 inches x 5.7 inches x 1.7 inches |
Power | 24V |
The battery charger is an important part of the personal electric vehicle operation. The off-board charger attached to the personal electric vehicle can charge the battery quickly and easily, preventing downtime or stress.
The battery must be charged only by the manufacturer-supplied charger. Any other types of charger could cause damage or injury.
Press and hold the button and at the same time pull the battery box up to remove it (Fig 17).
There are two methods for charging battery:
Method 1: Connect the charger to the charging port on the controller.
Method 2: Remove the battery from the personal electric vehicle and charge it directly (Fig 18).
Please charge the battery at an environment temperature of 0-95°F. Charging at a lower/higher temperature could cause personal injury and battery damage
The lithium battery for your power wheelchair complies with FAA-approved air travel guidelines. You may carry one spare battery with a maximum capacity of 300 Wh, or two spare batteries, each with a capacity not exceeding 160 Wh. Spare batteries must be carried in the cabin and not checked To ensure safety during your flight, it is recommended to store the batteries in a protective carry bag or box to prevent them from falling or being damaged.
*Sticker is located on the battery
For your safety, the safety belt must be fastened before you drive the personal electric vehicle.
When getting on and off the personal electric vehicle, be careful to avoid contact with the joystick to prevent setting the chair in motion and causing an accident
Please note these precautions before operating personal electric vehicle:
This product has an automatic malfunction warning to give you a convenient alert that something is amiss. When there is a problem, the LEDs on the controller will flash with a horn alarm. You can find where the problem is located from information on the chart below
2 Warning Tones & 1 Fault Sound | Communication failure; To check the wiring |
2 Warning Tones & 2 Fault Sound | Failure of right motor or a poor connection of the related plug |
2 Warning Tones & 3 Fault Sound | Failure of the right brake or a poor connection of the related plug |
2 Warning Tones & 4 Fault Sound | Failure of the left motor or a poor connection of the related plug |
2 Warning Tones & 5 Fault Sound | Failure of the left brake or a poor connection of the related plug |
2 Warning Tones & 6 Fault Sound | The controller at the overcurrent, or the motor short-circuited or overloaded |
2 Warning Tones & 7 Fault Sound | Failure of the controller lever, such as the lever failing to reset properly, or a poor connection |
2 Warning Tones & 8 Fault Sound | Failure of the controller |
2 Warning Tones & 9 Fault Sound | Battery voltage inadequate or battery fault |
In order to keep your personal electric vehicle in good condition, you should check it out before each use. To maintain the proper weekly, monthly, semi-annual checkups, see the chart below.
Components to Inspect | At Any Time | Weekly | Monthly | Six Monthly |
All Parts | ![]() | ![]() | ||
Joystick | ![]() | |||
Brake System | ![]() | |||
Connection | ![]() | |||
Battery Condition | ![]() | |||
Tire Condition | ![]() | |||
Frame Condition | ![]() | |||
Front Wheel Condition | ![]() | |||
Overall Condition |
Clean the personal electric vehicle as below:
Your personal electric vehicle should be in a dry environment free from sources of extreme temperature and dampness. Remove the battery from the personal electric vehicle prior to storage; otherwise the frame may rust and the electronics may be damaged.
Open the packing box and check to determine whether anything is missing or damaged.
Packing List:
No. | Name | Quantity | Remark |
1 | Journey Air Elite | 1pc | 08642 |
2 | Charger | 1pc | Model: 24V/2A QL-09005-B2402000F |
3 | Instruction Manual | 1pc | |
4 | Footrest | 2pc | |
5 | Controller | 1set |
Symbols and Descriptions of the signs
No. | Sign | Meaning |
1 | ![]() | Fragile objects inside this package Please handle with care |
2 | ![]() | Keep the package upright during transporting and delivery |
3 | ![]() | Avoid exposing the package to rain or other precipitation |
4 | ![]() | Do not stack more than two of these packages, one above the other |
5 | ![]() | Do not use hands hooks to carry or transport this package |
6 | ![]() | Application type B |
7 | ![]() | Avoid temperatures conducive to condensation; moisture could damage electrical contents |
8 | ![]() | ATTENTION! |
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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