Zipr 1637474760 Power Electric Wheelchair Owner’s Manual

Zipr 1637474760 Power Electric Wheelchair

General

Your electric wheelchair is a state-of-the-art electromechanical device designed to increase mobility. Zip’r Mobility provides an extensive array of products to best fit the individual needs of users. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of electric wheelchair to be used is the responsibility of the electric wheelchair user who is capable of making such a decision and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.) The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the electric wheelchair to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorized provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.There may be certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the electric wheelchair user will need to practice operating the electric wheelchair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting an electric wheelchair user in various daily living activities. As you begin using your electric wheelchair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off elevators, up and down ramps. Operating techniques used in this manual should only be used as a “basic” guide, as each PC user is solely responsible for individual safety and the safety of others when using a Zip’r PC. Provided below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating the electric wheelchair safely.
PRE-RIDE SAFETY CHECK:
Get to know the feel of your electric wheelchair and its capabilities. We recommend that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your electric wheelchair operates smoothly and safely.

• Perform the following inspections prior to using your electric wheelchair:
•  Check all harness connections. Make sure they are secured properly.
•  Check the battery level indicator and ensure the batteries are fully charged.
•  Check the brakes to ensure they operate properly.
•  Check the condition of the tires. Make sure they are not damaged or excessively worn.
•  Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight free of corrosion.
•  Ensure the manual freewheel levers are in drive mode before sitting on the electric wheelchair.

Your Electric Wheelchair

The Zip’r PC electric wheelchair consists of the following major components listed in the diagram below

Joystick Control Console:
The joystick console houses all controls needed to drive your electric wheelchair, including the on/off button, joystick control lever, horn button, speed adjustment buttons, battery level indicator and troubleshooting LED indicator.

• Horn Button
  This button activates a warning horn. For the horn to sound your electric wheelchair must be turned on. Use of the warning horn may prevent accidents or injury.

• On / Off Button

  •  Prior to turning on your electric wheelchair perform the pre-ride safety check.
  •  Make sure that the wheelchairs freewheel levers are in the drive position.
  •  Press the button to turn on and turn off your electric wheelchair.

• Battery Level Indicator
  When the electric wheelchair is turned on, this meter indicates the approximate battery level. Speed Adjustment Buttons
  The speed buttons allow you to preselect and limit your electric wheelchair’s top speed.

  •  A lower light indication indicates a slower speed. While a higher light indication indicates a higher speed.
  •  The speed can be adjusted by pressing the two buttons above the joystick.
  •  The right button (three lines) will increase the maximum speed, while the left button (two lines) will lower the maximum speed.

• Joystick Control
  The joystick control allows you to control the forward, reverse and turning speeds of your electric wheelchair up to the maximum speed you preset using the speed adjustment buttons.

  •  To move Forward, gently press the joystick forward.
  •  To Reverse, gently press the joystick backward.
  •  To Turn, gently press the joystick in the direction you wish to turn.

• Locking Your Joystick Controller
  Your Zip’r PC can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. Locking your Electric Wheelchair

  •  Turn on your electric wheelchair. Press the on/off button again for 1 second. The controller should then beep.
  •  Release the on/off button.
  •  Push the joystick control to the full forward position until it beeps. Proceed to pulling the joystick to the rearward position until it beeps.
  •  Release the joystick control. There should be a long beep indicating that the wheelchair is locked.

• Unlocking your Electric Wheelchair

  •  Press the on/off button. The speed indicator should move from side to side.
  •  Push the joystick control to the full forward position until it beeps. Proceed to pulling the joystick to the rearward position until it beeps.
  •  Release the joystick control. There should be a long beep indicating that the wheelchair is unlocked.

• Manual Freewheel Levers
  If you need or want to push your electric wheelchair manually, you can put it in freewheel mode.

  •  Locate the manual freewheel lever one on each side of the electric wheelchair.

  •  Adjust both manuals freewheel levers so that they are facing forwards to disable the drive and brake systems. You may now push your electric wheelchair.

  • Adjust both manuals freewheel levers so that they are pointing outwards to re-engage the drive and brake systems; this takes your electric wheelchair out of freewheel mode.
    WARNING! When your electric wheelchair is in freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged.

  •  Disengage the drive motors only on a level surface.

  •  Ensure the electric wheelchair is turned off.

  •  Stand to the side of the wheelchair to engage or disengage freewheel mode. Never sit on the wheelchair to do this.

  •  After you have finished pushing your electric wheelchair, always return it to the drive mode to lock the brakes.

  • To Engage or Disengage the Drive System

  •  Locate the levers on the right and left sides of the wheelchair below the seat (see the diagram above).

  •  Pull and twist the two freewheel levers so that they are pointing outwards to engage the drive motors (drive mode).

  •  Push and twist the two levers so that they are in line with the freewheel housing to disengage the drive motors (freewheel mode).
    WARNING! Do not use the freewheel lever as a tie-down point to secure this product. Anti-Tip Wheels The anti-tip wheels are an integral and important safety feature of your electric wheelchair. They are bolted to the frame at the front of the electric wheelchair. PROHIBITED! Do not remove the anti-tip wheels or modify your electric wheelchair in any way. WARNING! The anti-tip wheels may cause interference with the smooth transition of your electric wheelchair when ascending or descending a curb.

• Batteries
  Your electric wheelchair is equipped with innovative, long-range batteries. A handle on the top of each battery makes it easy to lift out of the battery housing.

Assembly & Disassembly

The following are the steps required to assemble your Zip’r electric wheelchair. Disassembly can be achieved by following all the steps in the reverse order. Figure 1. The Zipr PC is comprised of two main sections the base and the vinyl seat. Figure 2. To insert your batteries, remove the joystick controller from the armrest. Afterwards remove the vinal seat and chrome seat post from the base of the Zipr PC. Figure 3. Adjust both freewheel levers, one located on each side so that both levers are pointing forward, so that the motor is disengaged. Figure 4. Carefully remove the colored shroud from the frame of the Zipr PC, by gently lifting it upward. After removing the shroud, the wiring for the batteries should be visible. Figure 4. Insert battery one at a time connecting the battery to the proper connection terminals. Stand at the rear of the wheelchair, it is recommended that you label each battery connection with tape as follows: rear (-) negative (black), rear (+) positive (red), front (+) positive (red), front (-) negative (black).

Figure 5. Ensure that the battery cables are tightened and properly secured to the battery terminals. Ensure that the labeled tape remains on the red and black terminal covers. Secure the battery terminal cover on top of the corresponding cables.
PROHIBITED! Do not use batteries other than batteries supplied by Zipr Mobility. Doing so can may cause electrical shortages resulting in personal injury and/or equipment damage.
MANDATORY! When replacing batteries always replace both batteries. Zipr Mobility can provide replacement batteries. Figure 6. Reattach the shroud and seat post securely. Lift the seat onto the seat post. Set the seat at your desired height. After setting the seat at the desired height lock the seat into place by interesting the seat pin lock. (The seat should not be able to rotate if inserted correctly). Figure 7. Install the armrests by loosening both armrest knobs on the back of the seat frame. Insert each armrest into the corresponding seat frame. Tighten the arm rest knobs. Ensure  that the armrests are in one of the preset indentations.Figure 8. After ensuing that the armrests are fully secured. Install the joystick controller onto your desired armrest. Loosen the knob located underneath the armrest. Insert the joysticks metal tubed frame into the front on the armrest frame. Ensure that the joystick is fully inserted prior to tightening the knob. Figure 9. Secure the joystick cable underneath the armrest. Secure the cable to the armrest with the strap provided.

Figure 10. To adjust the height of the footrest, remove the footrest adjustment bolt. Adjust the footrest to your desired height, reinserting and tightening the footrest adjustment bolt. Rotate the footrest up and down to ensure that it is securely installed. Figure 11. Adjust both freewheel levers, one located on each side so that both levers are pointing outwards, engaging the drive motor. Safely turn on your electric wheelchair to test the motor. If the joystick controller shows no power, refer to the troubleshooting guide, ensure that the batteries have been charged, and installation steps have been followed correctly. Figure 12. The fully assembled Zip’r PC electric wheelchair.

Batteries And Charging

Your electric wheelchair requires two 12-volt batteries. The batteries are recharged by the off-board charger that is included with every Zip’r PC Electric Wheelchair.

•  Charge your electric wheelchair batteries for at least 6 to 8 hours prior to using it for the first time. Zip’r recommends charging the batteries overnight prior to using the electric wheelchair for the first time.
•  Keep the batteries fully charged to keep your electric wheelchair operating smoothly. We advise that the batteries should be charged for 6 to 8 hours every 2 weeks when the wheelchair is not being used. Battery Level The battery level indicator on the joystick console indicates the approximate strength of your batteries using a meter. From left to right red indicates that an immediate recharge is necessary, yellow a medium level, and green indicates fully charged batteries. To ensure the highest accuracy, the battery indicator should be checked while operating your electric wheelchair at full speed on a dry, level surface.

Operating Your Electric Wheelchair

Before Getting onto Your Electric Wheelchair

•  Have you fully charged the batteries?

•  Are the manual freewheel levers in the drive (pointing outwards) position? Never leave the manual freewheel lever in the freewheel position unless you are manually pushing your electric wheelchair.
  Getting onto Your Electric Wheelchair

•  Make certain that the wheelchair is turned off.

•  Stand at the front of your electric wheelchair folding up the footrest.

•  Make certain that the seat is secured into position.

•  Ensure that the wheels and caster mounting nuts are secure and functional.

•  Position yourself comfortably and securely in the seat.

•  Fold down the footrest so that your feet rest comfortably off the ground.

•  Make certain that your feet are safely on the floorboard.

• Pre-Ride Adjustments and Checks

•  Is the seat at the desired height?

•  Is the seat fully secured?

•  Is the footrest secured and set at the desired height?

•  Is the electric wheelchair in the “on” position?

•  Does the electric wheelchairs horn work properly?

•  Is your proposed path clear of people, pets, and obstacles?

•  Have you planned your route to avoid adverse terrain and as many inclines as possible?

Operating Your Electric Wheelchair

•  Set the speed to your desired speed using the speed adjustment buttons.

•  Place your hand comfortably below the joystick control.

•  Move the joystick leftwards to steer your electric wheelchair to the left.

•  Move the joystick rightwards to steer your electric wheelchair to the right.

•  Move the joystick forwards to steer your electric wheelchair forward.

•  Move the joystick backwards to steer your electric wheelchair backward.

•  To stop, slowly release the joystick control. The electromagnetic regenerative brakes will automatically engage when your electric wheelchair comes to a stop. WARNING! The following can

• dversely affect steering and stability while operating your electric wheelchair:

•  Holding onto or attaching a leash to walk your pet.

•  Carrying passengers (including pets).

•  Hanging any article from the tiller.

•  Towing or being pushed by another motorized vehicle.
  NOTE: Your electric wheelchair’s reverse speed is slower than that of the forward speed you preset with the speed adjustment buttons.
  Getting Off Your Electric Wheelchair

• . Bring your electric wheelchair to a complete stop.

• . Press the power button to turn off your electric wheelchair.

• . Lift the footplate, so that it does not obstruct your feet from stably touching the ground.

• . Make certain that the seat is secured into position.

• . Carefully and safely get out of the seat and stand to the front of your electric wheelchair

Comfort Adjustments
WARNING! Ensure that the electric wheelchair is turned off before making any adjustments. Never attempt to adjust the joystick or the seat while the electric wheelchair is in motion.

Joystick Adjustments
The joystick can be placed on either side of the electric wheelchair. see section “Assembly and Disassembly”).

Armrest Width Adjustment

1. The width of the armrest can be adjusted inward or outward.

2.  Loosen the armrest adjustment knobs located behind the seat.

3.  Slide the armrests in or out to the desired width.

4.  Align the adjustment holes on the seat frame and armrest,

5. Tighten the armrest adjustment knobs.
   NOTE: Lift armrests upward to aid in getting on and off your electric wheelchair.
   Seat Height Adjustment The seat can be repositioned to different heights.

6.  Use the attached ring to pull and remove the detent pin from the lower seat post.

7. Raise or lower the upper seat post to the desired seat height.

8. While holding the upper seat post at that height, align the adjustment holes of the upper and lower seat posts. Fully insert the detent pin.

9.  Replace the seat.
   NOTE: To adjust the seat height you may need to fully remove the seat.

Care And Maintenance

• Your Zip’r PC requires a minimal amount of maintenance. The following are the maintenance items that should be followed to ensure that your wheelchair is both safe and operational. Daily

•  Charge your batteries daily if your wheelchair is used for more than twenty minutes.

•  Always store your wheelchair in a warm and dry climate-controlled environment.
  Cleaning

•  The wheelchair shroud is made from durable ABS plastic with a high gloss finish. The wheelchair can be cleaned by using a damp towel.

•  A light application of car wax may be used to help retain the shroud high gloss finish.

•  A damp cloth can be used to clean the footrest, ensuring that the footrest is dry prior to getting on your wheelchair.

• Maintenance

•  Regularly check the tires for wear and replace if worn.

•  Regularly check the seat posts for wear, contact Zip’r if worn.

•  The motor/transaxle assembly and axle bearings are pre-lubricated and sealed and require no additional lubrication.

•  Keep the console, charger, battery, and electronics free of moisture.

•  For prolonged storage, it is advised to place several boards under the frame of your wheelchair raising it off the ground. Doing so may reduce the possibility of unevenness developing on the flat free tires.

Troubleshooting

As with any electromechanical device, electric wheelchairs may occasionally require troubleshooting. Many issues can be resolved by referring to the options below. If the electric wheelchair will not move, please check the following:

•  The batteries are fully inserted and correctly set in place.

•  The brake release levers (freewheel levers) are in the drive position (pointing outwards).

•  The battery is fully charged.

•  The electric wheelchair is turned on.
  If the electric wheelchair is charged but does not move, please check to ensure the following:

•  The wheelchair may be in freewheel mode (brake release levers not pointed outward). If this is the case then turn off the electric wheelchair, put the free-wheel levers to the drive position (pointing onwards position), and turn the wheelchair on.
  If the battery does not hold a charge or the motor surges when the throttle is pressed, then:

•  Fully charge your wheelchair battery (see section “Batteries and Charging”).

•  Remove the shroud exposing the batteries and replace the fuse.

• A load test should be conducted on each battery. If there seems to be no power, check to ensure the following:

•  The batteries are correctly inserted. Check the male and female power plugs, making sure that they are not damaged or corroded.

•  Verify that the battery is fully charged (see section “Batteries and Charging”).

•  Push the main circuit breaker reset button (located on the battery).
  Self-Diagnostic Warning Light (Troubleshooting LED Indicator) Your wheelchair is equipped with a Self-Diagnostic Warning Light, also called the Troubleshooting Indicator Light which is located on the joystick of your electric wheelchair. To check the Self-Diagnostic Warning Light, turn on and count the number of flashes the Warning
  Light generates, refer to the chart below

Check the battery connections. If the battery connections are good, try charging the batteries.
2| The left motor has a bad connection. Check the left motor connection.
3| The left motor has a short circuit to the battery connection. Contact an authorized Zip’r Provider.
4| The right motor has a bad connection. Check the right motor connection.
5| The right motor has a short circuit to the battery connection. Contact an authorized Zip’r Provider.
6| The battery charger is plugged in. Unplug the battery charger.
7| A joystick fault is indicated. Make sure that the joystick is in the neutral (center) position before turning on the controller.
8| A controller system fault is indicated. Contact an authorized Zip’r Provider.
9| There is a bad connection to the parking brakes. Check the parking brakes and motor connections. Make sure that the controller connections are secure.
10| An excessive voltage has been applied to the controller. This is typically caused by a poor battery connection. Check the battery connections.

Warranty

If you purchased a warranty from an authorized dealer then contact your dealer directly for details and warranty service. If you purchased directly through Zip’r our manufacturer’s warranty below applies to your scooter and or electric wheelchair.

Warranty Registry
Zip’r requires that customers register their product on Zipr.com within 30 days of purchase for the warranty to be valid.  Customers that fail to register their product within 30 days of purchase will have a voided warranty and Zip’r Mobility will not be responsible for any claims and damages of any purchased Zip’r products.

How Do I Register My Warranty?
On zipr.com click on the Product Registry tab. Fill out the corresponding information attached & click submit.

Three-Year Limited Warranty:
Three years warranty on all structural frame components; including platform, fork, seat post, and frame. Zip’r will replace the defective scooter and or electric wheelchairs or mail replacement parts.|
One-Year Limited Warranty:

One-year warranty on drivetrain components, including transaxle, motor, and electronic components. Zip’r will replace the defective scooter and or electric wheelchair or mail replacement parts.  Customers will need to contact their own Repair/Service Technicians for any mechanical work to be done due to warranty issues. Zip’r will provide warranty items directly to customer(s) or customers’ Repair/Service Technicians. If you would like a list of Repair/Service Technicians, which have been provided to Zip’r by several customers, please email us at [email protected]. Returns to providers or Zip’r Mobility without prior authorization, for any reason, will not be accepted.

The following are wearable components and not warranted

•  ABS plastic shrouds and footrests
•  Motor brushes
•  Brake pads
•  Tires
•  Upholstery and seating
•  Batteries

Other Items Not Warranted:
Repairs and/or modifications made to any part of the wheelchair without specific and prior consent from Zip’r Mobility, circumstances beyond the control of Zip’r Mobility, labor service calls, and shipping costs, and other charges incurred for repair of the product  There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one (1) year from the date of original purchase and to the extent permitted by law. Any and all implied warranties are excluded. This is the exclusive remedy. Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages All warranty claims must be accompanied by proof of purchase, order number and product serial number (if applicable). Please keep a copy of your original purchase receipt and serial number (located under battery box) for warranty claims and/or product reference. Warranty is only valid for products purchased, registered within 30 days of purchase, and shipped within the continental USA. Zip’r Mobility contact information: Web site: www.zipr.com For customer support please fill out the contact us.

References

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