FOLD & GO HEAVY-DUTY User manual

HEAVYDUTY SIZE MODEL
© 1996-2016 FOLD & GO Wheelchairs – A Division of OneKubedDESIGNS, LLC.
User/Caregiver Manual

INTRODUCTION
User Safety
Caregiver Safety
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WHEELCHAIR
Thank you for buying the FOLD & GO Wheelchair, which is designed and manufactured by OneKubedDESIGNS,
which is Trademarked.
Why limit where you go and what you do? You can see the world, Disneyland, Six Flags or just your local
shopping mall. Your new FOLD & GO Wheelchair gives you total FREEDOM! This chair is lightweight and
portable, and it ts in the trunk of ANY sized automobile. This power wheelchair is the same weight and width
of a regular fold up manual wheelchairs. Finally there is a solution to be more mobile and your FOLD & GO will
quickly become your favorite mobility device that you will ever own.
Before operating this electric wheelchair for the rst time, please read this manual carefully. This instruction
manual will help you to understand the performance, operation, features, and routine maintenance. Please
refer to this manual and or our website for how to videos on operating your new chair.
Please don’t use or operate this electric wheelchair until you have read and understand these instructions. If
you can’t understand these instructions, please contact us for technical guidance and help. Otherwise it may
cause harm or danger to yourself by not operating the chair correctly.
Always turn o the Joystick when entering and exiting the chair. Practice driving operations with the help of
family, friends or a caregiver, until you are independent and skilled in performing these operations while you
are exploring the world we live in.
Each FOLD & GO Wheelchair can be operated in manual or power mode. If you wish to manually push your
client make sure to move the red levers on each rear wheel motor to disengage the electromagnetic brakes.
Also make sure that the top headrest frame is locked into place, and not in the downward storage position.
Before each movement tell your client what you are doing to avoid any risk of accidental injury because they
are not prepared to be moved. Cooperate with your client and their physical limitations.
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DO NOT OPERATE THE WHEELCHAIR IN HEAVY RAIN, OR DRIVE THE
WHEELCHAIR INTO WATERWAYS, LAKES OR OCEANS. DO NOT USE THE
BATTERY IN A DIFFERENT CAPACITY OTHER THAN WITH YOUR FOLD
& GO WHEELCHAIR KEEP TOOLS AND OTHER METAL OBJECTS AWAY
FROM THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE ENDS OF THE BATTERY.

MODEL COMPONENTS
Please take a moment to make sure you have all of the following parts with your FOLD & GO Wheelchair. If
you are missing ANY components please contact us immediately at [email protected]om.
Accessories are sold separately.
HEAVY DUTY WHEELCHAIR
CHARGER
SEAT CUSHIONS
JOYSTICK CONTROLLER
TWO BATTERIES
SEAT BELT
FOLD-N-GO Wheelchair in your
desired color
Power charger with connection to
joystick, and power cord to plug
into the wall outlet
Two cushions, one for your seat
and one for the backrest
One joystick to control movement
of the chair. Can be placed on the
either the right or left armrest
Both batteries already come inside
the frame of the wheelchair.
Portable strap for safety while
riding in your chair, and to wrap up
the armrests when folded
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PARTS OF YOUR FOLD & GO WHEELCHAIR
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Foot Plate
Joystick Controller
Rear Motor Wheel
Seat Cushions
Front Wheel
Battery
Storage Bag

INSTRUCTIONS
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Batteries Already Installed
Manual Mode - No Brakes
The Heavy-Duty model comes with two lithium-ion batteries. We
ship the batteries with your wheelchair. We have already placed each
battery inside the frame of the chair. You do not need to remove the
batteries for any reason. You can charge both batteries at the same
time, when plugging into the joystick.
Move the red lever on the inside of each rear wheel motor, push it
forward until you feel a click. Then the wheel will spin free, so the chair
can be pushed just like a manual chair. Repeat the same process for
both wheels.
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3.
How to Install & Operate
Joystick Installation
Power Mode - Electromagnetic
The Joystick can be installed on the left or right armrest. Insert the
Joystick into the tube of the armrest. Tighten the Screw bolt on the
bottom-side of the armrest. Make sure this bolt is snug to hold the
Joystick in place.
Move the red lever on the inside of each rear wheel motor, pull it
backward until you feel a click. Then the wheel motor will be engaged
and power will move each wheel. Repeat the same process for both
wheels.
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How to FOLD the FOLD & GO Electric Wheelchair
How to UNFOLD the FOLD & GO Electric Wheelchair
●Turn o the Joystick then remove it and put it in the storage bag under the seat for safe keeping.
●Locate the black safety latch on the back of the wheelchair.
●Flip the black latch up to unlock the frame
●With one hand on the top frame and one hand on the footrest, bring both ends of the wheelchair together.
●You can also fold with one hand by pushing to top part of the frame towards the ground. The wheelchair
will fold up easily using one hand or two.
●Push apart the head rest and the footrest of the wheelchair.
●Place one hand on the top of the backrest, and with your other hand push the footrest down.
●Locate the black safety latch on the back of the frame.
●Push the latch down to snap it into place to lock the frame.
●You can also unfold the wheelchair with one hand. Simply place on hand on the headrest and lean the rest
of the chair towards the ground. With a slight jerk, let gravity pull the chair apart for you.

Specications of the Heavy-Duty FOLD & GO Electric Wheelchair
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Net Weight 55 LBS
Weight Capacity 400 LBS
Motor 180 Watt x2 Brushless
Battery Lithium-Ion 24V/10AH Standard
Max Speed 4 MPH
Turning Radius 31.5 inches
Grade/Slope 12 degrees
Charging Time 5 Hours
Seat Width 19 inches
Back Rest Height 16 inches
Seat Height 18 inches
Brake Type Electromagnetic
Driving Range 16 Miles per Battery
Overall Length 38 inches
Unfolded Width 24 inches
Folded Width 13 inches

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Joystick Functions
Movement Direction to Move Joystick
FORWARD Move the joystick FORWARD
BACKWARD Move the joystick BACKWARD
RIGHT Move the joystick RIGHT
LEFT Move the joystick LEFT
STOP Release your hand from the joystick
Increase Speed
Horn
Power ON/OFF
5-Speed Modes
Decrease Speed
Battery Life

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When the LED light on the Joystick ickers, it means that there is something wrong with the wheelchair. An
alarm may also sound from the rear motor wheels, brakes, batteries, wire connections, or from the wheelchair
itself. Below are the diagnostic codes to help you identify any problems you may be experiencing while using
your FOLD & GO Wheelchair:
Joystick Diagnostics
Power Light Warnings Description & Troubleshoot
Flash Once Joystick cable is loose to black junction box under the seat
Flash Twice Left rear motor wheel is not connected
Flash 3 Times Right rear motor wheel is not connected
Flash 4 Times Battery is not getting the correct voltage to charge
Flash 5 Times Check left rear motor, power cable is loose or not connected
Flash 6 Times Check right rear motor, power cable is loose or not connected
Flash 7 Times Check left brake motor, power cable is loose or not connected
Flash 8 Times Check right brake motor, power cable is loose or not connected
Flash 9 Times Contact FOLD & GO Customer Service
Flash 10 Times Contact FOLD & GO Customer Service
Beeps in Any Direction The rear wheels are in manual mode. Move the red lever backwards
One Click at Start This sound means the brakes have released to start driving...This is GOOD!
One Click at Stop This sound means the brakes have engaged to stop...This is GOOD!

Joystick Programming
Every FOLD & GO WHEELCHAIR can be customized to t your needs and driving style. Our joystick can be
programmed to change numerous settings: acceleration, stopping, turning, speed, tire size, power-save mode,
and many more. Follow the steps below to program the joystick to best meet your needs.
STEP 1:
STEP 4:
STEP 2:
STEP 5:
STEP 3:
Push the power button to turn on
the Joystick
Press the + or - button to change
the default setting for each
function, range is 1-5. Each of the
speed mode lights represents the
1-5 numbers
Press and Hold the + and - buttons
for 3 seconds until the battery
light starts ashing
In order to save the new settings,
Press and Hold the + and - buttons
for 3 seconds until the joystick
beeps
Press and Hold the + and - buttons
to switch between functions. The
battery light will move positions
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Battery Light Position Wheelchair Driving Function FOLD & GO Default Setting
1st Light Flashes Electromagnetic Brake turned ON Default=1, (1 is ON, 0 is OFF)
2nd Light Flashes Left motor speed while turning Default=1, (range is 1-5)
3rd Light Flashes Right motor speed while turning Default=1, (range is 1-5)
4th Light Flashes Power-Save Mode auto turn o Default=1, (5 mins then turn o)
5th Light Flashes Acceleration/Deceleration
rate of speed change Default=2, (range is 1-5)
6th Light Flashes Max speed of 4 MPH Default=5, (range is 1-5)
7th Light Flashes Turning sensitivity Default=3, (range is 1-5)
8th Light Flashes Set rear wheel tire size:
1=8 in, 2=10in, 3=12 in, 4=14 in, 5=16 in Default=1, (range is 1-5)
1st and 8th Light Flashes Left motor speed while driving Default=0, (range is 0-5)
2nd and 8th Light Flashes
Reverse left wheel joystick direction:
Forward becomes reverse & vice versa
Right becomes left & vice versa
Default=0, which is forward
1=to reverse the direction
3rd and 8th Light Flashes Right motor speed while driving Default=0, (range is 0-5)
4th and 8th Light Flashes
Reverse right wheel joystick direction:
Forward becomes reverse & vice versa
Right becomes left & vice versa
Default=0, which is forward
1=to reverse the direction
5th and 8th Light Flashes Battery type Default=2, (Lithium-Ion)
6th and 8th Light Flashes Electromagnetic brake stopping Default=0, (0 is ON, 1 is OFF)
7th and 8th Light Flashes Electromagnetic clutch delay:
After you stop the clutch turns o
Default=3, (0.1 sec per light)
Default= 0.3 second delay
Joystick Settings & Functions

6895 E Camelback Road, Unit 7029, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Customer Service: 480-303-1800
[e-mail]
www.foldandgowheelchairs.com
© 1996-2016 FOLD & GO Wheelchairs – A Division of OneKubedDESIGNS, LLC.
DRIVING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT
• Don’t try to drive the FOLD & GO Wheelchair when you are on a transport vehicle, like a bus, subway, trains,
planes, etc.
• While using public transportation vehicles, look for a place to x the wheels to the oor of the bus. This will
help you avoid harm that can be caused by the vehicle’s sudden stop or a trac accident.
• In many countries and regions, power wheelchairs are not allowed on public roads. The user must realize
that driving a wheelchair on the road instead of the sidewalk is dangerous.
• For easy recognization at night, a reective article can be placed on the FOLD & GO Wheelchair. The user can
also wear reective clothing.
• When confronting with other vehicles, please ensure that the driver has noticed you. Before you continue to
operate your wheelchair, make eye contact with the driver, and let the driver know your intention until you
are sure that it is safe.
• When driving the FOLD & GO Wheelchair keep the chair in balance, in order to avoid being bent over in the
forward or backward position.
• If you desire to modify or adjust the FOLD & GO Wheelchair, please consult a reputable dealer in advance.
The modied wheelchair may need to have additional adjustment to keep the chair working properly.
• Making any modications to your FOLD & GO Wheelchair will void ALL warranties.
• When you are entering or exiting the FOLD & GO Wheelchair, you must turn o the power supply.
Otherwise, if you touch the joystick, it may lead to the unexpected movement.
• The FOLD & GO Wheelchair is not suitable for staircases, or on an escalator. Pay attention when using the
chair on the elevator.
• When an elevator is not available, fold up the chair to move it from oor to oor by way of the stairs.