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.
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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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6. Check the joystick lever to ensure it operates correctly.
7. Make sure the electromagnetic brake works correctly.
1Warning!
◆ Do not set in the freewheel mode when driving on a gradient.
◆ Always re-engage the anti-freewheel device before use. Fail to do so may result in injury.
◆ To protect your safety, the power will automatically cut off and electromagnetic brake system will
activate while driving down a steep gradient. This will limit the speed to a safe level. Turn the power
on again to re-start your power chair.
◆ Maximum User Weight Limit
Refer to section titled “MAX. LOAD WEIGHT in “8. SPECIFICATION ”. Overloading past
The weight limit may lead to damage of your power chair or cause it to malfunction and will
endanger your own safety. The warranty does not cover this type of damage.
)Attention
1. Avoid putting all of your weight on the footrest. This may cause the power chair to tip. Possibly
resulting in injury.
2. Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving as this will lead to an emergency stop and possible
risk of accident and injury.
3. Do not set to the higher speeds while driving indoors.
4. Do not adjust the speed dial while driving; a sudden change in speed may cause danger to you and
others, and may damage your power chair.
5. Do not place magnetic devices near the area of the controller as this could affect the safe operation of
your power chair.
6. Demons while driving in heavy traffic or in crowded areas.
7. While backing up the power wheelchair, be aware of people or objects behind you.
■ Stopping
◆ Release the joystick control lever completely. The power chair will come to a stop.
◆ Turn the power switch to (OFF). Remove the key.
■ Driving on the pavement
◆ Ensure the speed limit switch is set to the slowest setting when using the power chair. This will limit
the power wheelchair to a maximum speed of 3.5mph.
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◆ The speed switch can be set to the fastest setting for use on the road or on private ground.
Attention: When going up an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle. Drive straight up the inclined
surface.
Always drive your power chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility
of a tip or a fall. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.
Do not drive your power chair on an inclined surface if it is covered in ice or snow.
■Inclines and uneven terrain
When climbing an incline, try to keep your power chair moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly
and then accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so slowly and in the forward direction
only. If your power chair starts to move faster than you anticipated or desired it would, allow the chair to
come to a complete stop by releasing the joystick. Push the joystick slightly forward and continue
traveling slowly down the incline.
■Maximum recommended incline
The Geo Power chair has undergone extensive incline testing. Our results show that the maximum incline
your Geo can safely climb is six degrees at maximum weight capacity. Six degrees is the angle of most
handicap access ramps. Any attempt to climb a steeper slope may put your scooter into an unstable
position.
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Labeling
Carefully read all the labeling on the power chair before driving it. Do not remove any
labels from the power chair.
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NEVER LIFT POWER
CHAIR BY THE FRONT
OR REAR SHROUD
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This section provides the user with basic information that describes the problems with electromagnetic
interference (EMI), known sources of EMI, protective measure to either lessen the possibility or
exposure or to minimize the degree of exposure, and suggested action should unexpected or erratic
movement occur.
Attention: It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects o
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electromagnetic interference on your Geo power chair.
■ ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) FROM RADIO WAVE
SOURCES
Powered chairs 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. The interference (from radio wave sources)
can cause the power chair to release its brakes, move by itself, or move in unintended directions. It can
also permanently damage the powered wheelchair’s control system. The intensity of the interfering EM
energy can be measured in volts per meter (V/m). Each power chair can resist EMI up to certain
intensity; this is called its “immunity level”. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection.
At this time, current technology is capable of achieving at least a 20 V/m immunity level, which would
provide useful protection from the more common sources of radiated EMI. This power chair model has
as shipped as with no further modification an immunity level of 20 V/m without any accessories.
There are a number of sources of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment.
Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid. Others are not apparent and exposure is
unavoidable. However, we believe that by following the warning listed below, your risk to EMI will be
minimized.
The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types:
1. Hand-held portable transceivers ( transmitter-receivers with the antenna mounted directly on the
Transmitting unit. Examples include: citizens band (CB) radios, “walkie talkie”, security, fire, and
police transceivers, cellular telephones and other personal communication devices.
Attention: Some cellular telephones and similar transmit signal while they are ON, even when not
being used.
2. Medium-range mobile transceivers, such as those used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and
taxis.
3. Long-range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial broadcast transmitters (radio and TV
broadcast antenna towers) and amateur (HAM) radios.
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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 to your powered power chair .
■ POWERED POWER CHAIR ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI)
Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves 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 chair while using these devices. This can affect powered power chair movement and
braking. Therefore, the warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible interference with
the control system of the powered power wheelchair.
■ WARNINGS
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) from sources such as radio and TV stations, amateur radio
(HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular phones can affect powered power chair and
motorized power chair. Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended
brake release or powered power chair movement which could result in serious injury.
1. Do not operate hand-held transceivers-receivers, such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn ON
personal communication devices such as cellular phones, while the powered power chair is turned
ON.
2. Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations, and try to avoid coming close to
them.
3. If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the powered power chair OFF as soon as it is
safe;
4. Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered power chair, may
make it more susceptible to EMI (Note: There is no easy way to evaluate their effect on the overall
immunity of the powered power chair).
5. Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered power wheelchair
manufacturer, and note whether there is a source of EMI nearby.
■ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. 20 Volts per meter (V/m) is a generally achievable and useful immunity level against EMI ( the higher
the level, the greater the protection);
2. This product has an immunity level of 20 V/m without any accessories and connected to it.
4. PARTS INTRODUCTION