Firefly Electric Handcycle User manual

Electric Handcycle
User Manual
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.riomobility.com

IMPORTANT!
Consult with your health care professional to determine if the FireflyTM is
appropriate for you.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST
READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT INITIAL SETUP OF THIS
HANDCYCLE BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN, SUCH AS A WHEELCHAIR OR BICYCLE
MECHANIC. TO OPTIMIZE SETUP IT IS SUGGESTED THE
AS WITH ANY THREE-WHEELED VEHICLE, SIDE-TO-SIDE
STABILITY IS DECREASED COMPARED TO A WHEELCHAIR
ALONE, SO USE CAUTION WHEN TURNING AT HIGH SPEEDS.
Follow the recommendations in your wheelchair manual.
The Firefly
TM
The operation of a handcycle involves a certain level of risk and the potential for serious
bodily injury.
is intended for use for mobility in sporting and/or recreational purposes only and
is not intended as an exclusive means of mobility. Check local vehicle/wheelchair regulations.
CUSTOMER BE SEATED IN THE WHEELCHAIR AT THE TIME
OF INITIAL INSTALLATION.

1. Wheelchair Requirements
Wheelchair
Frame
Configuration
For a complete listing of compatible wheelchairs, visit
riomobility.com. If your wheelchair is not listed, please contact
customer service at [e-mail].
The Firefly
TM can accommodate chairs of seat width 35.5 cm-55.8
cm / 14 inches-22 inches. If your chair falls outside this range,
contact customer service.
Wheelchair
Frame Tube
Diameter
The frame tube diameter must be either:
22.2 mm / 7/8 inch, 25.4mm / 1 inch, 28.6mm / 1.125 inch
30.5mm / 1.2 inch, or 31.8mm / 1.25 inch
If your tubing is a different shape or diameter contact
[e-mail]
If you do not know the diameter of your tubing, contact your
wheelchair manufacturer or dealer, or cut out the ruler printed below to
measure. Wrap the ruler around your tubing and note where the
markings line up.
Anti-Tips and
Seatbelts
When seated in the wheelchair, your center of gravity must be
far enough forward to prevent tipping backwards. IMPORTANT:
If the chair is set up such that “wheelies” are easy, it may be too
unstable to attach or detach the handcycle. Anti-tips MUST be
installed on your wheelchair. A seat belt is also strongly
recommended.
Weight Combined wheelchair and user weight must be less than 130kg/280lb.
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RULER MUST BE PRINTED AT 100%
NO SCALING- RULER IS 6”(152mm) LONG CUT
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FRAME MUST BE STRAIGHT
1.2” FOR WIDTH OF RULER
1 1/4”
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2. Installing The Firefly
Visit our website for the Firefly installation video:
www.riomobility.com
BATTERY
HEADLIGHT
V - BRAKE
BRABRAK
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DISC BRAKE
COUPLERS
FRAME QUICK
RELEASE PIN
FRAME ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
FRAME CLAMPS
& PINS

The optimal installation angle for your wheelchair attachment
Good:
1) The chair clamps mounted
high on straight tubing
2) Tire is as close to the foot
rest while still allowing
ample foot clearance from
the tire while steering
3) The handlebar is high
enough to clear the knees
and allow body torso
clearance when steering
Good:
1) In some cases this angle is
the only way to mount onto
smaller width chairs meant
for smaller riders or some
folding chairs
Bad:
1) The chair clamps are
mounted too low
2) Lost traction on the front
wheel
3) Not enough clearance to
clear the knees and or body
torso when steering
Bad:
1) The chair clamps are
mounted too low
2) The tire is too close to the
foot rest and will not allow
foot clearance while steering
3) Lost traction on the front
wheel, ineffective steering
4) The handlebar is pushed too
far forward and the rider will
have to lean forward while
riding all the time

3. Controls
Disc Brake Bell
Reverse
Throttle Forward Throttle
Parking Lock
V-Brake
Display
*Headlight
Switch
*To activate the headlight: turn on the display, press and hold the UP arrow
for 3~5 seconds to turn ON. Do the same in reverse to turn OFF.
**Cruise
Control
**To activate Cruise Control: hold the forward throttle in the same
position and keep your speed constant (must be moving faster than 4mph/ 7kph.)
Then push and hold the DOWN arrow until the “C” or Cruise function is shown on the display.
You can now take you hand off the forward throttle and enjoy a relaxing ride.
To turn off the Cruise function, hit any brake lever or any throttle to disengage.

4.Maintenance
Inspection
/
Maintenance
Item
Initially Weekly 6Months
Check
and
Tighten
Hardware
Check Brake Pad Wear
All screws must be tightened using a torque limiter wrench (included in packaging).
Only use the included smart charger when charging your battery. recharge the
battery at least every two months if it is not being used or risk a permanent decrease in
capacity.
Operation and storage temperatures must not exceed 0o - 100oF (-20o- 40oC).
The Firefly is water-resistant, not waterproof. A light drizzle IS NOT DETRIMENTAL but it is
recommended to cover the battery and controller with a plastic bag if you’re caught in a heavy rain.
Clean the handcycle with a damp cloth. Do not soak or spray with water or use detergent.
Lubricate as necessary after cleaning.
Immediately replace any damaged, missing, or badly worn parts with manufacturer or
approved parts. Please contact your dealer or [e-mail] for information on
replacement parts.
We recommend keeping the box your Firefly
TM
was shipped in; it makes a handy container for
storage of your handcycle, your handcycle accessories, the included tools, and the manual for
storage and travel. It can also be used to ship the unit to the factory in case of maintenance or
warranty repairs.
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5. Troubleshooting
When climbing a hill, the front wheel slips.
The front wheel is too far forward of your center of gravity. Please adjust the handcycle so that
the f ront wheel is as close as possible to the footrest without interfering w h i l e driving
straight or turning. If possible, you may also want to move the rear axles of your wheelchair
further back. When climbing hills, leaning forward in your chair may be necessary.
Check that the front caster wheels are at least 5 cm/ 2 inches off the ground when the
handcycle is installed.
The Firefly
TM
won’t turn on.
Make sure that the battery is fully charged. Ensure that both power switches (on the battery
and on the handlebar) are in the ON position.
Error Codes
01_info Throttle Abnormality:
Disconnect and carefully reconnect the connections between the
throttle
and connector.
Make sure the connector arrows align with one another and are pushed in completely.
Never force a connector together if it doesn’t connect with ease.
Contact your dealer if the problem persist.
03_info Motor Hall Signal Abnormality:
Disconnect and then carefully reconnect between the hub and controller.
06_info Motor or Controller Short Circuit Abnormality:
Check all wire connections on your unit.
Make sure the connector arrows align with one another and are pushed in completely.
Never force a connector together if it doesn’t connect with ease.
Contact your dealer if the problem persist.
Make sure the connector arrows align with one another and are pushed in completely.
Never force a connector together if it doesn’t connect with ease.
Contact your dealer if the problem persist.

6. Safety
Safety Checklist
A helmet and safety belt are recommended.
ALWAYS engage the wheel locks on your wheelchair before attaching or
detaching the handcycle, also engage the Firefly right brake handle parking button.
ALWAYS check to make sure that your latches are fully engaged before
operating your handcycle. Make sure the green indicator on the inner
Check to make sure all nuts and bolts are tight and all latches are secured.
Make sure the hand brakes work properly before riding your handcycle.
Do not add any parts or accessories not authorized by Rio Mobility to your
handcycle. Any addition could be unsafe and will void your warranty.
Before You Ride
Make sure that your Firefly
TM
is installed, adjusted, and maintained properly. Do not use the
Firefly
TM
until you and your health care professional determine that you have the ability to use
it safely in an uncontrolled environment.
Use your wheelchair as described in your wheelchair manual and use the Firefly
TM
in the
same safe manner that you would a wheelchair with pushrims. Follow all additional
warnings and instructions for the Firefly
TM
in this manual.
Outdoor Use
Always watch out for traffic and pedestrians when riding on the road and sidewalk and follow
all traffic regulations. Follow any and all local regulations that apply to this device.
Always mind your speed, especially when turning. You should have full control of your
wheelchair at all times. Do not exceed the maximum allowable speed recommended by your
wheelchair manufacturer.
Three-wheeled vehicles are less stable in turns compared to wheelchairs alone, so be
careful to keep all three wheels on the ground and moderate your speed when approaching
curves.
Be careful when reaching and leaning left or right from your wheelchair with your handcycle
attached
— the longer wheelbase makes it less stable in sideways leans than your regular
wheelchair. Narrow wheelchairs are less stable in general, so be extra careful if your
wheelchair is particularly narrow.
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Obstacles
Be careful going over bumps and curbs over 2 inches (50mm) high. Your front casters may
contact these surfaces, causing a loss of control. Use your pushrims to get over bumps, NOT
the handcycle. You should approach bumps and curbs straight on and at low speed to av
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injury or damage to your wheelchair. Be aware of road surfaces, especially on inclines
and declines.
Watch out for water, ice, and oil film.
Transferring
DO NOT attempt to transfer into or out of your chair with the Firefly
TM
attached. You MUST
detach the handcycle before transferring.
General Notes & Precautions
Mind your fingers and hands when using your handcycle.
Keep children away from your handcycle to avoid
possible injury to both you and the child.
Do not carry anything that obstructs your view or
interferes with the handlebar operation.
Do not put weight on the frame (objects or people).
Rio Mobility is not responsible for any damage or injury
due to misuse of your handcycle.
This handcycle is meant for everyday recreational or
general sporting use and is not intended for use in competition.
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