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IMAGE EC
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 IMAGE EC POWER CHAIR IMAGE EC OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How to operate your power chair  How to set to freewheel mode BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE…………………………………….. Charging the battery  Battery  Replacing Image EC batteries / charger INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE……………………………………..….  Inspection  Regular maintenance record  Battery, fuse and tire ...

  • Page 3: Preface And Introduction

    1 . P R E FA C E A N D I N T R O D U C T I O N Please carefully read this owner’s manual before using the power chair. Improper use of the power chair could result in injury.

  • Page 4: Safety Notice

    Only use higher speed settings when you are confident that you can easily operate and control your power chair. ■ The Image EC power Chair is only to be used by one person at a time Do not carry passengers on your power chair. (Including children) ■...
  • Page 5 2 . S A F E T Y N O T I C E ■ Mobile Phones and Other Wireless Communication Devices ◆ Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while driving. ◆ Always stop and turn the power off before using a wireless communication device. ◆...
  • Page 6 2 . S A F E T Y N O T I C E  Warning! ◆ Do not set in the freewheel mode when driving on an incline or hill. ◆ Always re-engage the anti-freewheel device before use. Fail to do so may result in injury. ◆...
  • Page 7 The Image EC Power Chair has undergone extensive incline testing. Our results show that the maximum incline your Image EC can safely climb is eight degrees at maximum weight capacity. Five degrees is the angle of most handicap access ramps. Any attempt to climb a steeper slope may put your...
  • Page 8 Attention: It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of Electromagnetic interference on your Image EC power chair. ■ ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) FROM RADIO WAVE SOURCES Powered chair’s may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones.

  • Page 9: Emi

    3 . E M I Attention: Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, cassette and small appliances such as electric shavers and hair dryers are not likely to cause EMI problems with your power operated vehicle. ■...

  • Page 10: Parts Introduction

    4 . PA R T S I N T R O D U C T I O N PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Controller 2. Armrest 3. Headrest 4. Seatback 5. Seat 6. Seatback Release Lever 7. Drive Wheel 8. Caster Wheel 9.

  • Page 11: Operation

    5 . O P E R AT I O N JOYSTICK AND CONTROLLER Your Image EC is operated by a joystick and controller. The Image EC is currently available with the PG VR2 Controller. VR2 Series CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1. ON/OFF Button 2. Battery Gauge 3. Joystick 4.
  • Page 12 5 . O P E R AT I O N Attention: We recommend that the first few times you operate your Image EC you set the speed adjustment button to the slowest setting until you become familiar with you new power chair.
  • Page 13 5 . O P E R AT I O N ■ JOYSTICK DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Your power chair may be equipped with an adjustable joystick. This function enables you to move the joystick from the armrest to the desired position.  Suggestion 1.
  • Page 14 5 . O P E R AT I O N Warning When on an incline, NEVER switch the power chair to the freewheel mode. The electromagnetic brakes will not be applied and this may result in injury. HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT ▇...
  • Page 15 Adjust the Headrest ▇ To remove the seat 1. Turn the power OFF. 2. Make sure the Image EC is not in freewheel mode. 3. Push the seat rotate lever while pulling up on the seat to remove.

  • Page 16: How To Set To Freewheel Mode

    Setscrew HOW TO SET THE FREEWHEEL MODE For your convenience, the Image EC Plus is equipped with a freewheel level. This level allows you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. ▇ To engage the drive and take power chair out of freewheel ◆...
  • Page 17  Warning Do not use your Image EC Power Chair while the drive motors are disengaged unless you are in the presence of an attendant! Do not disengage the drive motors when on an incline as the power chair may roll down, causing injury! ...
  • Page 18 5 . O P E R AT I O N HOW TO ADJUST THE SWIVEL SEAT Above: Seat shown in the four possible “ENGAED” positions Below: Seat shown in the four possible “REMOVABLE” positions...

  • Page 19: Battery Charging And Care

    BATTERIES ◆ The Image EC Power Chair 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. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable.
  • Page 20 We also recommended that the batteries are not charged for more then 24 hours. ◆ When your Image EC batteries are fully charged, unplug the charging cable from the wall outlet. ◆ Disconnect the charging cable from the Image EC.

  • Page 21: Battery

    The batteries supplied with the power chair are sealed and as such are maintenance free with no risk of battery leakage. Please follow the steps below to clean the battery. 1. Turn the Image EC power switch to OFF. 2. Remove the seat.

  • Page 22: Inspection And Maintenance

    7 . I N S P E C T I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E INSPECTION Initial adjustments should be made to suit personal body structure and preference. Be sure to follow these checks and maintenance procedures.

  • Page 23: Regular Maintenance Record

    ■ Battery Refer to the section titled “ BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE ”  Suggestion Ask for help from your Image EC dealer to inspect or replace the fuse as the steering shroud must be removed for access ■ Tires The condition of the tires depends on how you drive and use your power chair.

  • Page 24: Storage

    7 . I N S P E C T I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E  Attention When tread depth is below 0.5mm it can easily lead to power chair slippage, making braking distances longer.

  • Page 25: Trouble Shooting And Specification

    8 . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N ■ TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom Probable cause Solution Limited driving distance ♦Batteries not fully charged. ♦Charge batteries overnight or ensure 10 hours of charge between uses.
  • Page 26 8 . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N SPECIFICTIONS MODEL IMAGE EC ITEM Dimension (L×W×H ) 41.75”...
  • Page 27 8 . T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D S P E C I F I C AT I O N  Self-Help Guide If a system trip occurs, you can find out what has happened by counting the number of bars on the battery gauge that are flashing.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    9 . W A R R A N T Y 9.1 WARRANTY There is a limited lifetime warranty on your new Image EC power chair. The warranty covers the power chair for parts only during this period. For more detail, please see the Warranty Conditions below.
  • Page 29 Date of Birth Year Month Address Model Power chair VIN: Motor Serial No: Controller # Date of Purchase Year Month Purchaser Signature Please Mail To: Drive Medical Design and Manufacturing 99 Seaview Blvd Port Washington, NY 11050 Attn: Warranty Department...

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