Drive Medical Geo User manual

POWER CHAIR
Geo
(Item #’s S35001696, S35001697, S35002696, S35002697)
OWNER’S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION ……..…………………………………… 3
2. SAFETY NOTICE………..…………………….................……… ………….
Before driving
While driving
Labeling
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3.
4.
EMI……………………………………………..………………………………..
PARTS INTRODUCTION……………………………………………..……….
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5. OPERATION…………………………………………………………………....
Control panel
How to operate your power chair
How to set to freewheel mode
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6. BATTERY CHARGINGAND CARE……………………………………….....
Charging the battery -
Battery
Replacing Geo batteries / charger
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7.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE……………………………………..….
Inspection
Regular checking record
Battery, fuse and tire
Storage
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8. TROUBLE SHOOTINGAND SPECIFICATION…………….……………… 25
9. WARRANTY………………………………………………………………….....
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1. PREFACE AND INTRODUCTION
Please carefully read this owner’s manual before using the power chair. Improper use of the power chair
could result in, injury.
This owner’s manual includes operating instructions for every aspect of the power chair, including
assembly instructions and how to deal with possible accidents.
◆ The symbols used in this manual are explained below:
Read carefully the notes marked with these symbols:
1Warning Improper usage could result in serious injury or death
)Attention Improper usage could lead to injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Suggestion Follow these instructions to keep your power chair in a good operating order.
◆ This manual includes a copy of repair and maintenance record chart and warranty information. Please
keep it in a safe place.
◆ If someone else uses the power chair, please make sure that you provide them with the instruction
manual for his or her consideration.
◆ We reserve the right to make design modifications. As designs change some illustrations and pictures in
the manual may not correspond to the power chair that you have purchased.
“Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
practitioner licensed by the law of the State in which he/she practices.”
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2. SAFETY NOTICE
2.1 BEFORE DRIVING
The user should become familiar with the usage and operation of this power chair before driving.
Therefore, please always keep the following safety notices in mind.
■ For your safety, please follow these guidelines.
◆ Drive on the pavement, or pedestrian areas only.
◆ Do not drive your power chair after consuming alcohol or when tired.
◆ Please be careful when driving your power chair in low light. It has not been designed for use at
night.
◆ The power chair has been designed to operate on pavement for speeds up to 3.5mph.
■ Practice operating your power chair
Before using the power chair, familiarize yourself with the operation of your power chair.
◆ Turn the speed dial to value 1 for your initial practice.
◆ Be sure someone accompanies you for safety when operating you power chair for the first time.
◆ Only use higher speed setting when you are confident that you can easily operate and control your
power chair.
■ The Geo power Chair is only to be used by one person at a time
Do not carry passengers on your power chair. (including children)
■ Do not use this power chair to carry or haul goods
◆ The maximum weight with occupant is 250 lbs.
2.2 WHILE DRIVING
■ Carry out daily inspections. Refer to the section “titled” “DAILY CHECKING”
■ Do not move your body out of the power chair while moving
◆ Such action may cause you to lose balance and risk injury from falling.
◆ Pay attention that your clothes do not tangle in the wheels.

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2. SAFETY NOTICE
■ Do not use your power chair under any of the conditions.
◆ On roads with heavy traffic or roads that are operate, snow-covered, or icy.
◆ Do not drive at night. Do not drive in rain or snow.
◆ Do not drive your power chair in an “S” pattern or make erratic turns.
◆ Do not take the power chair onto escalators.
◆ UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE POWER CHAIR BE USED AS A SEAT IN
ANOTHER VEHICLE (CARS, BUSES, TRAINS, ETC).
■ About Mobile Phones and other electrical equipment
◆ Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while driving.
◆ Always switch off the power chair and remove the ignition key before using a mobile phone.
◆ Do not charge the mobile phone or any other electrical device from the power chair battery.
■ Automatic Power Shut Down
In order to avoid accidental battery run down, your power chair is equipped with an automatic power
shut down. If the power chair is turned on, it will automatically turn off after remaining undisturbed for
a period of thirty minutes. When this situation occurs, simply switch your power chair off and back on
and it will be ready to use once again.
■ Ramps, inclines and drops
◆ Do not drive onto ramps that are steeper than the specified gradient. Refer to the section entitled
“CLIMBING ANGLE” in “8. SPECIFICATION”
◆ Always use a low speed setting when ascending or descending a gradient.
◆ Do not drive on roads with large drops or potholes. Refer to the section entitled “MAX. GROUND
CLEARANCE” in “8. SPECIFICATION”.
◆ Operate when driving on roads with inclines.
◆ Do not make sudden turns when driving on gravel roads or ramps.
◆ Always lean forward when climbing a steep gradient.
■ Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Fold down the armrests so that you can rest your arms.
3. Turn the power switch to “ON”.
4. Check battery indicator to ensure proper power as necessary, Recharge the batteries.
5. Set the speed dial to a safe and comfortable speed.
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