EZee Life EZee Fold DLX User manual

EZee Fold DLX
CH4080
Ezee Fold DLX-HD
CH4085
EZee Life™Products
34 Futurity Gate, Unit 15
Concord, Ontario L4K 1S6
EZee Fold DLX and DLX-HD
Portable Power Wheelchair
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Thank you for choosing an Ezee Fold folding power wheelchair from
Ezee Life! Ezee Fold wheelchairs are compact and lightweight portable
chairs providing comfortable independent mobility, compact storage and
increased accessibility in your daily activities. Ezee Fold power chairs
fold in just seconds thus increasing travel opportunities and allowing for
compact storage.
Please read and follow all instructions in this user's manual carefully
before operating your Ezee Fold. It is for your personal safety and the
safety of others that you completely understand the instructions
provided.
EZee Life is not liable for any property damage or bodily injury which
may occur as a result of improper use of this power wheelchair or failing
to follow the instructions in this manual.
If you have problem understanding the warnings and instructions
contained in this manual, please contact your distributor or provider.
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Guidance for use 3
Product safety symbols 4
Technical specifications 5
Components 6
Electromagnetic interference warning 7
Safety 8
Installation guide 15
Operation guide 16
Braking 19
Battery 20
Unfolding and folding DLX CH4080 24
Unfolding and folding DLX-HD CH4085 28
Troubleshooting 32
Warranty 34
Packing list 36

Guidance for Use
This manual must be read and understood completely before your first use.
If you have difficulty in understanding the warnings, notes and instructions
in this owner’s manual,or require additional assistance, please contact your
authorized provider or distributor to obtain professional guidance and help.
Failure to follow the instructions on this manual can lead to your safety
being at risk as result of improper usage, and voiding the warranty.
Authorized Provider: __________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________
Phone Number: ______________________________________
Purchase Date: ______________________________________
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Product Safety Symbols
The following symbols are used to identify warnings, mandatory actions
and prohibited actions. It is essential that you fully understand and
completely familiarize yourself with these symbols before operating
wheelchair for the first time.
Read and follow the instructions provided in this manual.
Safety warning sign or an indication of a dangerous operation
that
may endanger your safety or the safety of others.
Class  equipment (Canada) / Class  equipment (USA).
Do not use any mobile phones, walkie talkies, electronic devices
or any other radio transmitters while operating.
Finger crush / pinch point.
Store in a clean and dry condition; away from rain, snow, ice, salt
and water.
Test of EMI/RFI at an immunity level of 30 V/m has been passed.
Corrosive substance contained in the battery
Danger of explosion
Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah)
capacities, No mix use of old and new batteries. Always
replace both batteries at the same time.
Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals.
If contacted, short circuit or electric shock may occur and cause
injury.
Flammable material, avoid exposure to heat source such as
open flame or sparks. Avoid transporting the batteries along
with flammable or combustible objects.
Disposal and recycle
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Technical Specifications
*Rang and speed will vary with user’s weight, terrain, ground condition, battery
condition, temperature and driving style.
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Specification Ezee Fold DLX Ezee Fold DLX-HD
Dimensions (Unfolded):
Dimensions (Folded):
Front Casters 7” (17.8 cm) 8” (20.3 cm)
Rear Wheels 8” (20.3 cm) 12” (30.5 cm)
Tires Solid Solid
Suggested User Weight Max: 330 lbs (150kg) 330 lbs (150kg)
Wheelchair weight (w/batteries): 60.5 lb (27.5 kg) 72.75 lb (33 kg)
Battery Capacity 16 Ah 20 Ah
Full Charge Range: 9.4 miles (15 km)* 14.4 miles (23 km)*
Rated Power 180 W 250 W
Max Speed: 3.75 mph (6 km/h)* 3.75 mph (6 km/h)*
Turning radius: 35.4 in (90 cm) 39.3 in (100 cm)
Maximum Grade: 12 Degrees 12 Degrees
39.4” x 27.6” x 35”
100 x 70 x 89 cm 41.3” x 27.1” x 39.9” 105 x 69 x 99 cm
13.8” x 27.6” x 29.5”
35 x 70 x 75 cm 17.3” x 27.1” x 35”.0” 44 x 69 x 84 cm
Motor Type Brushless DC Motor
Input Voltage DC 24V
Brake System Intelligent Electromagnetic Brake
Braking Distance 20” (.5m) at max speed
Battery Type Lithium battery
Output Voltage DC 24V
Controller Type Brushless dual-drive rocker controller
Input Power AC 100-220 V, 50-60Hz

Components
1. Upper backrest
2. Back cushion
3. Backrest joint
4. Armrest
5. Joystick
6. Lithium battery
7. eat belt
8. eat Base
9. Leg guard
10. Frame
11. Wheel fender
12. Rear wheel
13. Footrest
14. Front wheel
15. torage basket
16. Folding release lever
17. Anti-tippers
18. Electromagnetic brake levers
19. Joystick connector
20. Joystick cable clip
21. Kick stand
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Electromagnetic Interference Warning
The power wheelchair may be affected by electromagnetic interference
(EMI), which may cause damage or interruption to the operation of the
chair. It is important for you to understand the instructions which can help
you take protective measures against the risk of interference.
The sources of electromagnetic waves come from broadcasting stations, TV
stations, radio transmitters, two-way radios (such as walkie-talkies), cellular
phones and computers. Interference from these electromagnetic waves
may cause malfunction or permanent damage to the chair’s braking and
control system.
CAUTION!
1. The power wheelchair has passed the 30 V/m EMI test and has
a certain degree of immunity to most common electromagnetic
energy sources.
However, it is important for you to follow the safety guidelines as
follows:
a. Do not turn on or operate portable transceivers, receivers,
radios or any wireless communication devices.
b. Stay away from all radio wave emission sources.
2. If interference does occur and causes unintended movement to
the chair in an uncontrolled manner, cut off the power
immediately.
3. No modification of any form to the power wheelchair is allowed,
including adding or removing any parts.
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Safety
Usage Safety Guidelines
 Check all electrical and control connections to ensure they are
secured safely and firmly.
 Check battery levels regularly and ensure the battery is charged
immediately when needed.
 Keep tools and any metal objects away from the negative and
positive poles of the battery.
 Short-circuits or electric shock may occur when the two poles are
accidentally contacted.
 Familiarize yourself with wheelchair and its capabilities.
 Always seek assistance during your first use until you are confident
enough to operate the chair independently and proficiently.
 Always beware of any potential danger while using the power
wheelchair.
 When the power wheelchair is not in use, turn off the power, charge the
battery and store in a clean and dry place.
Joystick
To ensure your safety while operating the power wheelchair, the control
panel must be securely mounted (Fig. A1). If any buttons on the control
panel fail or are not responding, you must stop using the chair immediately
and contact the provider for repair or replacement.
A1
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Static Position
When the chair is inactive even for a moment; the power must be off (Fig. A2).
This will:
 Prevent the control panel from being activated by accidental touch which may
cause the chair to move unintentionally.
 Prevent the chair from electromagnetic interference sources which may activate
the chair’s operation system and cause damage to the chair and bodily harm.
Do not allow anyone but you to touch the control panel. This will protect the chair
from being moved without your awareness and causing potential serious bodily
harm.
A2
Weather Precautions
This power wheelchair shall not be used or stored in environments of rain,
snow, icy or slippery surfaces. These conditions may adversely affect the
functions of the chair. Always keep your chair in a clean and
dry area.
Malfunction may occur if the device is in contact with rain, snow or high
humidity environments.Do not expose the chair to any extremely hot or
cold conditions. The chair is not fully waterproof; a humid environment may
result in rusting or corrosion inside the chair. If you are ever caught in any
of these conditions, please proceed to shelter immediately.
To prevent malfunction, please adhere to the guidelines as follows:
 Do not operate or store the chair in an environment which has direct
water contact extremely hot or cold temperature or high humidity.
 Do not use the chair while showering, swimming, etc.
 Do not use the chair in salt or fresh water.
 Do not use the chair around any water sources (e.g. rivers, lakes, etc.)
 Do not flush the chair with water.
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Note: When the chair is wet, immediately pull out the battery and allow it to
dry naturally. Put the battery back after the chair is completely dried.
When operating on wet or frictionless ground surfaces, please carefully
move at a slow speed and follow the safety guidelines below:
 When any of the motor wheels losses traction, the chair must be
stopped immediately to avoid losing control of the chair (e.g. slipping,
tipping over, etc.).
 Do not drive into slopes or ramps covered with snow, ice, water, oil,
etc.
Road Surfaces
This wheelchair is designed optimally for dry level surfaces; such as
concrete and indoor ground flooring.
Do not use wheelchair on sand, uneven or loose surfaces, tall grass or
rough road surfaces to prevent the wheels, bearings, axis, motor and other
parts from being damaged or loosened.
Vehicle Transport
Please be aware that it is at your own risk and is not advisable
to sit in the wheelchair when taking any forms of
transportation such as cars, buses, trains, planes or ships.
If you must take such forms of transportation while remaining in the chair, it
is extremely important that you secure your positioning waist belt and
power off the chair and push the brake lever to“Lock” position, inspect no
movement to the motor wheels and have the chair securely tied down.This
will help prevent injuries during sudden stops. However, as this chair is
ultra-compact, taking any transportation is made possible as you can fold
the chair conveniently and can be stored away in tight storage areas such
as a car trunk. Please ensure the chair is stored securely in order to avoid
injury.
If you need to be transferred on or off a vehicle manually without getting off
the chair, never allow anyone to lift the chair by the armrest or rear
backrest. The chair must be lifted by firmly gripping the front and rear
edges of the seat cushion frame.
Weight Distribution
To avoid tipping over while driving, the balance and stability of the power wheelchair
must not be neglected. The following factors may affect the weight
distribution of the chair:
 Height and angle of the chair.
 Seating position, or weight loading position of the user’s body.
 The gradient of the ramp or slope.
 Load carried in storage basket or by the user may have adverse effects
to the weight distribution of the chair.
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Getting On/Off
Whenever moving your body, it is recommended to have a supporting point that is
higher than the seat cushion. To avoid and reduce the chance of falling,
please be aware of the followings:
 Before getting on and off the chair, ensure that you lift up the armrest and
lower the leg guard.
 Before getting on the chair, ensure that the power is off and the brake is in
“Lock” position. Inspect that there is no movement to the motor wheels.
 Before getting out of the chair, ensure that the power is off and the brake is in
“Lock”position. Inspect that there is no movement to the motor wheels. Move
the chair as close as possible to the target position to minimize the risk of
falling during transfer.
 Consult your health care professionals about the safest way to move your
body in and out of the chair.
 Fold up the footrest at all times while getting on and off the chair
o Do not stand on the footrest to move your body while getting on/off the
chair.
o Make sure your feet are not tangled or jammed in the gap between
the footrest while getting on/off the chair.
Leaning or Reaching While Seated
Reaching out your hands or leaning your body in the chair may adversely
affect the chair’s balance.If you do not position yourself correctly, you may
fall off or tip over the chair.
 When moving your body such as lifting your body at one side or leaving
the seat, do not lean your body out of the range of the seat cushion.
 When moving forward on your seat, do not lean your body excessively.
Your hip must be always in contact with the seat cushion.
 Do not reach your hands farther than your capability as this may result in
falling due to lost balance.
 Under no circumstance should you try to pick up anything through the
space between your knees or in front of your body.
 When you extend your body, do not exert force on the footrest to avoid
the chair from tipping over, this may result in serious injury.
 Do not rest forcefully against the top of the backrest to avoid tipping over
the chair and causing damage to the backrest.
Failing to follow these guidelines may result in serious injury. If
you do any of these actions, it is at your own risk.
Never reach, bend, or lean in the chair. Doing so will change
your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the chair.
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Stationary Obstacles
Navigating over obstacles such as ramps, slopes, curbs, raised or uneven
surfaces, pot holes and rough roads can be hazardous.
Extreme caution is needed to avoid tipping the chair over.
It is important to climb or descend an obstacle slowly, cautiously and
perpendicularly. Failing to do so may result in damage to the chair or
causing bodily harm.
Do not exceed the incline guidelines and specifications in
this owner’s manual.
To navigate over a stationary obstacle:
 Approach the obstacle slowly, cautiously and perpendicularly.
 With extreme caution, increase the forward speed gently when the front
wheels just come in contact with the obstacle and reduce the forward
speed gently after the rear wheels cleared the obstacle.
 Lean your upper body slowly and slightly forward, when going over an
obstacle with an ascending slope.
 With extreme caution, reduce the forward speed gently when the front
wheels just come in contact with the obstacle and increase the forward
speed gently after the rear wheels cleared the obstacle.
 Lean your upper body gently against the backrest, when going over an
obstacle with a descending slope.
 Avoid any sudden stops and starts.
 Always navigate perpendicularly towards the obstacle.
Inclined Slopes
If you feel uncomfortable driving on a slope, do seek assistance to
protect you from causing bodily harm to yourself.
 It is not advisable to drive on slopes over 10°.
 It is prohibited to drive on slopes over 12°.
 It is prohibited to drive on a wet slippery slope (e.g., snow, ice, oil etc.).
 It is prohibited to drive in areas with continuous up and down slopes
Reverse Driving
When driving in reverse, please exercise extreme caution. The motor wheels
may run into an obstructive object which may lead to your chair getting
out of control and may cause your chair to tip over.
 All obstructive objects should be cleared and approach cautiously and
slowly while driving in reverse
 Never drive in reverse on inclined slopes
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Load Limit
 Max Load of the chair: 250lbs (120kg)
 Do not exceed the safe load of the backrest
 Do not press down or lift up the backrest.
 Under no circumstances should the user do weight training while using the
chair.
 Overloading the chair may cause damage to the chair’s frame, fastened parts
and folding device.
 Overloading caused damages will void the warranty of the chair.
Getting Up/Down Stairs and Escalators
The wheelchair is not designed for long journeys or getting up and down stairs, and
escalators. It is prohibited to move or use wheelchair on stairs and escalators.
Serious bodily injury may result.
Kickstand Operation
The kickstand is located on the rear
frame below a red sticker.
Note: The kickstand can only be
extended after the chair is folded and
must be stowed back in place before
the chair is unfolded.
The kickstand length is preset and
shouldn't need adjusting.
To deploy the kickstand fold down to
the left.
To stow
the
kickstand
back in
place fold
it up to the
right.
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Positioning Waist Belt
The positioning waist belt is for holding your hip properly against the back
of the seat and must be strapped 45° over your hip (Fig. C) to prevent the
user from sliding out of the seat. Please wear the waist belt at all times
while seated.
Please be aware that the waist belt is not intended for use as an
auto style seat belt. The Ezee Fold wheelchair is not designed for
being used as a seat in any form of transportation.
You are at your own risk and are not recommended to use the chair
as a seat when taking any form of vehicular transportation such as
cars, buses, trains, planes or ships.
Always ensure the waist belt is appropriately installed onto the chair and
adjusted securely so that there is no snug, but also comfortable enough so that
it does not interfere with your breathing.
Always check the waist belt for any loose parts or wear and tear. If any problem
is found, contact your provider for maintenance or repair.
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Installation Guide
Mounting the Joystick
The control panel can be mounted on the right or left armrest. As shown in Fig. D1,
put the quick release clamp of the control panel onto the metal grab bar and lock
the quick release handle tightly and securely.
a) As shown in Fig. D2, route the control panel cable through the cable clip
D1 D2
b) As shown in Fig. D3, plug the four – pin control plug of the control panel
into the socket at either side.
D3
c) As shown in Fig. D4, there is connector
for the control panel on the left and right
side of the chair. Please keep the dust
cap of the unoccupied connector firmly
closed at all times.
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Operation Guide
Joystick
The Joystick comprises of the following:
1) Joystick Gimbal - Controls the direction
and speed of the chair. Push the
joystick towards the desired direction.
2) Power-Off Button - Pressing this button
will power off the chair.
3) Battery Life Indicator - Indicates the
battery level.
4) Power-On Button - Pressing this button
will power on the chair.
5) Horn - Press to sound horn.
6) Add Speed Button - Increase the speed
of the chair.
7) Speed Indicator - With 5 LED lights on,
the chair at its max. Speed. One LED
light on, the chair is at its lowest speed.
8) Reduce Speed Button - Pressing this
button will power on the chair.
Note: To drive the chair push the joystick
gimbal in the direction you want to go. If you push it gently you will
gradually speed up but if you push it quickly you are apt to jump in the
direction you push.
Note: The speed adjustment adjusts the top speed the chair will go. Even
on the highest speed the chair will only creep along if you move the
gimbal a very small amount.
Note: The electromagnetic brakes on the chair are always engaged when
the gimbal in in the neutral position. When the gimbal is moved, even a
minute amount, the brakes electrically release. When the user releases the
the gimbal, it automatically returns to the neutral position and the brakes
immediately engage again.
It is important to know that if there is a danger of hitting anything, all they
have to do is release the gimbal and the chair will stop moving. The
distance it takes to stop will vary dependant on the speed the chair is
moving.
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Joystick
When operating the chair for the first time, it is recommended to move the chair at a
low speed gently and gradually pushing the control joystick forward. The practice
run will help you familiarize yourself with controlling the speed and start and stop of
the chair.
Do not do sharp turns at high speeds. The chair will lose its balance and tip over
causing serious bodily injury and property damage.
The control joystick on the control panel provides 360 degrees of omni-bearing
maneuver ability comfortably and effortlessly. A spring is equipped inside the
joystick which automatically returns to its original position when let go.
Push the joystick towards the target direction. The joystick can control the drive
proportionally, the harder the push, the faster it goes. The max traveling speed is
6km/hr.
Release the control joystick slowly and gradually for the chair to slow down safely.
Sudden release of the control joystick may cause the chair to lose balance and tip
over causing bodily injury.
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Movement Control lever operation
Forward Push the control lever forward
Backward Pull the control lever backward
Right Push the control lever to the right
Left Push the control lever to the left
Stop Release the control lever gradually(the chair will slow down to
stop safely)

Light flashes intermittently to provide diagnostic information. For details please
refer to the following table:
Diagnostic
code Diagnosis Description Recommended solving methods
Single Slow
Flash Hall malfunction
of left motor
Check the the welding situation of
connection device of the left motor or
check the internal hall component. Call a
service company for help.
Two Slow
Flashes Hall malfunction
of right motor
Check the the welding situation of
connection device of the right motor or
check the internal hall component Call a
service company for help.
Three Slow
Flashes Malfunction of battery or
charger
Try re-charging
Check for loose connections
Battery or charger may need replacing
Four Slow
Flashes malfunction of left motor Check the left motor connection Check power wire & connections
Five Slow
Flashes malfunction of right motor Check the right motor connection Check power wire & connections
Six Slow
Flashes malfunction of left brake Check the left brake connection Check power wire & connections
Seven
Slow
Flashes
malfunction
of right brake Check the right brake connection Check power wire & connections
Eight Slow
Flashes Malfunction of controller Please contact your dealer
Nine Slow
Flashes Communicati on error Check electrical coupler connection Check power wire & connections
Four Fast
Flashes Over current of left motor Releasing the rocker can eliminate the malfunction.
Call a service company for help.
Five Fast
Flashes Over current of right motor Releasing the rocker can eliminate the malfunction.
Call a service company for help.
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Braking
After any adjustment, repair or maintenance, check all components
and parts for tightness before use, otherwise damage or injury may
occur.
Pushing the brake lever forward will
lock the electromagnetic brakes. Pulling the brake lever backward will unlock the electromagnetic brakes.
Electromagnetic Brake System
The chair has 2 braking modes which can be selected by pushing the
brake levers to “Lock” or“Unlock” position.
 In“Lock”position: the internal clutch of the electromagnetic brake is
engaged and the electromagnetic brake is started. Before powering
on and attempting to operate the control joystick, the motor wheels
will not move. Having brake in the “Lock” position will ensure the chair
does not move, allowing the user to get on/off the chair safely and
securely.
 In“Unlock”position: the internal clutch of the electromagnetic brake
is disengaged. In “Unlock” position, the motor wheels can move freely
even when the chair is powered off. This will allow the chair to move
manually.
CAUTION - Before using the chair, it is important that the brake
lever is in “LOCK”position and the electromagnetic
brake is engaged to stop the rotation of the motor wheels.
This will prevent any accidents from occurring and causing
bodily injury.
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1. Do not operate the chair while the brake is in “Unlock” position,
without the presence of an attendant.
2. Do not seat yourself in the chair while the brake is in “Unlock”
position, without any assistance from an attendant
3. Do not place the chair on an incline or decline while the brake is in
“Unlock” position, the chair may roll out of control and may cause
damage to the chair or bodily harm.
Battery Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities.
Do not mix use of old and new batteries. Always replace both
batteries at the same time.
Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals. If
contacted, short circuit or electric shock may occur and cause
injury.
Avoid flammable materials. Avoid exposure to heat source such as
open flame or sparks. Do not transport the batteries along with
flammable or combustible objects.
Corrosive substance contained in the battery. Do not disassemble
the battery.
Danger of explosion. When charging the batteries, place the chair
and the battery charger in a well ventilated area, away from flames
and sparks.
WARNING
Do not attempt to connect the battery terminal directly using pliers or metal
cables to charge the battery.
 Do not use the chair when the battery is being charged. An electronic drive
locking device will be activated that prevents the chair from operating when
battery being charged.
 Do not use non-standard power supply (eg. generator or inverter).
 Do not squeeze, bend, jerk or tie the power cord.
 Do not smoke or ignite anything around the battery.
 When pulling the power cord, grab the plug to pull it out.
 Keep the power cord away from children or pets.
 If there is any issue with the circuit breaker, pull out the charger immediately
and contact your provider.
 The operating temperature of the battery is -5  (23ºF) to 40  (104ºF).
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