Glide RoboGlide User manual

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IMPORTANT
For your safety and comfort read carefully and understand all
of the features prior to using your new Centro Powerchair.
Misuse may result in electrical or mechanical damage.
RoboGlide
User Manual
2021 VERSION

Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction 3
Section 2 Identifying Parts on your Wheelchair 4
Section 3 Warnings for Carer and Occupant 5
Section 4 Joystick and Controller Operation 10
Section 5 User training and setup 17
Section 6 Battery Maintenance and Charging 19
Section 7 Care and maintenance 23
Section 8 Trouble shooting 26
Section 9 Precautions for Controller use 27
Section 10 Transfer to and from your wheelchair 29
Section 11 Vertical Lift Seat Option 30
Section 12 Warranty 31
Section 13 Spare Parts 32
Section 14 Puncture Repair 33
Section 15 Technician Service Only 35
Section 16 Wheelchair Occupant Vehicle Transport 37
Note: This manual covers the basic PG controller operation in this manual.
A more comprehensive PG Manual can be downloaded from
www.glide.com.au/products

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SECTION 1
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INTRODUCTION
Thank You For Choosing The
RoboGlide Wheelchair
This wheelchair is a Class B type wheelchair and is designed for Indoor/Outdoor use.
Maximum User Weight 175 kg AS-3695
Maximum User Weight 250 kg AS-3695 (Bariatric version)
Maximum user weight for Occupant Vehicle Transport 159kg AS-3696:19
Transporting users over 159kg requires special equipment.
An Australian designed and manufactured product, which complies
with AS-3695 – 175 kg/250 kg and Crash Tested to AS-3696:19.
With proper care and operation your wheelchair will provide years of trouble free mobility.
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the functions and features of your power chair
by reading this owner’s manual. If you have any queries about the functions of the chair you
can call Glide Products or your nearest Glide Products dealer.
!Warning. Means you must read.
If you have a Vertical Lift model, it is essential you
read and fully understand Section 11 before use.

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SECTION 2
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PARTS
The RoboGlide Chair
1. Attendant Joystick (Optional)
2. Joystick
3. Seat Pan
4. Leg Rest Hanger
5. Leg Rest Latch
6. Front Suspension Arm (not shown)
7. Foot Rest
8. Front Vehicle Tie Down Point
9. Castor Wheel (Front)
10. Motor Brake Release
11. Drive Wheel
12. Drive Wheel Clutch (Optional)
13. Attendant Brake
14. Castor Wheel (Rear)
15. Rear Suspension Arm
16. Rear Vehicle Tie Down Point
17. Circuit Breaker (Reset)
18. Armrest (Flip-Up)
19. Actuator (Recline)
20. Armrest
21. Back Cane
22. Hand Grip
Identifying Parts on your Wheelchair (Fig. 1)
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SECTION 3
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WARNINGS
To The User
1. Before using this chair, obtain advice and training from your Health Professional.
2. Each chair is custom designed to suit individual needs.
Take time to become familiar with each feature before you begin driving.
3. Depending on your level of function and ability, you will need to develop
your own methods for safe use.
4. Understanding the environment where the wheelchair will be used will help
identify potential hazards and how to avoid them.
5. Read this manual in full before operating chair.
6. When traversing curbs or steps always approach square on.
Never attempt angled approaches as this may damage castors.
7. Never drive wheelchair onto stairs or escalators.
To The Carer
1. You must read this manual and follow all the instructions in each section as
they also apply to you.
2. Never use power operated options such as Vertical Lift, Power Elevators unless
occupant and bystanders have hands well clear of operation
3. Drive Clutches or Motor Brakes should be engaged at all times while occupant is seated.
When drive clutches are disengaged there is no braking when manoeuvring wheelchair
4. To manually push the chair you must make sure that you have control over the wheelchair
before releasing the motor drive clutch. Only manually manoeuvre wheelchair on level
ground while occupant is seated in wheelchair. Never manually manoeuver wheelchair up
and down ramps whilst occupant is seated in wheelchair.
5. You must develop an understanding of the occupants ability to develop safe methods best
suited to your ability
6. Only use the push handles to move chair. They are specifically designed for this purpose
7. When helping the occupant overcome an obstacle you must:
• Learn safe methods from your health professional
• Explain clearly to the occupant what you are about to do
and what they are required to do
• When traversing curbs or steps always approach square on.
Never attempt angled approaches as this may damage castors.
8. Never take the wheelchair on to stairs or escalators.
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Environment Conditions
The Glide Rehabilitation Products Power Chair has been designed and tested with user safety,
as its prime consideration.
The “Active Posi Trak” (APT) Suspension System has been designed to automatically adjust
to uneven surfaces and changes in height, allowing all six wheels to stay in contact with the
ground under most conditions. This feature provides improved stability and increased traction
on drive wheels in demanding situations.
Even though the “Active Posi Trak” System improves manoeuvrability and stability, this does
not negate the effect or take into account, circumstances, which put the wheelchair outside
the specified operating conditions for which it was designed and tested.
It is important that the user takes due care and understands the limitations within the environ-
ment that the chair will be operated.
As a guide only, the following is a brief list of scenarios that could affect the stability of the
chair and need to be considered when driving chair:
• Always turn the controller off when parked. Even it is only for a short time
as this will prevent accidental movement of chair or release of park brakes.
• The Wheelchair must remain in the Engaged Drive Mode at all times
unless manually manoeuvring the wheelchair.
• Traction could be lost on inclined or decline if wet, oily or grassy surfaces.
Take extra care and drive slowly on these surfaces.
• Extreme Tilting and reclining must be done on level ground ONLY.
• Chairs fitted with Tilt and Recline features should NOT be driven with these
features in a extreme Tilt or Reclined position. Driving in a Tilted or Reclined
position can affect stability and your vision.
• Never drive your chair on a wet, oily or icy covered ramp or slope
• Stop if one or both drive wheels loses traction
• Never traverse railway lines without someone in attendance
• Wheelchair should not be driven in heavy rain.
• Never use your chair in a shower, swimming pool, sauna, ocean or lake.
• If your environment has many steep obstacles, always have someone in
attendance to assist you.
Avoid driving your wheelchair in sand or over rough surfaces.
• Apart from getting stuck you may also cause damage to wheels,
bearings, gearboxes and motors.
• Maximum safe slope – facing up slope 15 degrees
• Maximum safe slope – facing down slope 15 degrees
• Curb climbing should not exceed 80mm when level. Do not climb if already on slope.
• Curb descending should not be more than 100mm when level.
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• Do not descend if already on slope.
• Always approach curbs square. Never on an angle. Castor will spin and
lock if approach angle is not 90 degree.
• Whilst driving, the ON/OFF switch on the controller should only be switched OFF in an
emergency. The wheelchair will come to a fast controlled stop rather than sudden stop.
Ramps & Inclines
When your chair is on a ramp or incline the centre of balance of your chair will change.
Your chair is less stable when on ramps or inclines and should not be used unless you feel it is
safe to do so. If in doubt have someone with you.
Do not use the chair on a slope of greater than 15 degrees.
When ascending a ramp: (going up)
• Make sure power tilt seat is in the down or flat position and
the backrest is in the upright position.
• Never attempt climbing ramps with high degree of seat tilt.
• Approach the ramp or incline straight on. Do not approach on an angle (cut the corner)
• Make sure that you are in the centre of the ramp and that the ramp
is wide enough for your wheelchair
• Do not use ramp if you feel that a wheel may drop off the side.
• Do not veer or turn while on ramp. This may cause chair to tip and a fall may result.
• Drive wheelchair at a slow, steady speed. Keep chair moving.
• Return tilt and recline to normal driving position when back on level ground.
When descending a ramp: (going down)
• You should raise the power seat tilt to a suitable angle to compensate for the ramp angle.
The seat angle should be in a near level position when on the ramp or even better slightly
raised. This will reduce the chance of your body falling forward when travelling down a ramp.
• Re-adjust seat tilt angle to your normal drive position when back on level ground.
• Always use the centre of the ramp.
• Do not veer or turn while on ramp.
• Drive wheelchair at a slow steady speed. Do not allow chair to accelerate over
normal speed. Centre the joystick to allow it to slow down or stop.
• Never use attendant brakes to slow or stop the chair.
This may cause the chair to veer or change direction erratically.
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Electro-Magnetic Interference
EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) comes from Radio Waves like Cellular phones,
CB Radios and Two Way Radio. Other sources include Transmitters from TV and Radio
stations but are unlikely to interfere unless in close proximity to the transmitter.
EMI can cause your wheelchair to behave erratically or even more so, release brakes or
move by itself unexpectedly. If this happens, immediately turn your wheelchair Off.
Before continuing, the user must be confident that the system is performing normally.
If not, turn wheelchair Off and contact your carer or Glide Rehabilitation Products Agent.
Although Glide has not had any reported instances of EMI, there has been anecdotal
evidence over many years that EMI can have an impact on power chair controllers.
Controllers
Your wheelchair has been supplied with a fully programmable controller, which has
the ability to fine-tune many driving parameters using special equipment and a PC.
At time of specification your chair would have been programmed to best suit your
individual function and ability.
Drive the chair in the mode and speed level that best suits the environment so as
not to cause injury to yourself or others.
Have an authorised Glide Rehabilitation Products agents make adjustments to the
controller if the chair is not performing to your satisfaction. There are no controller
adjustments that can be made by the user or carer apart from speed level selection.
Safety Performance Check
Make sure the chair operates as it is designed to do.
If there is a change in the performance of the wheelchair or in your functional ability, contact
your nearest Glide Rehabilitation Products agent to reprogram the control settings to match
your needs. It is advisable to have these settings checked annually.
Check for any uncharacteristic noises, vibration or any difficulty in its use.
If a problem is found, notify your carer and Glide Product Agent for repair or advice on how to
repair. Do not drive it if your safety is at risk.
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Make sure that the batteries are fully charged before operating. Make sure all tyres are inflated
to recommended pressures and in good condition.
Make sure all accessories are secure and in correct position.
Check that the electronic brakes work correctly. (When chair is switched ON with drive clutch
engaged and hand off the joystick, the wheelchair should not be able to be pushed.)
Wheelchair Modifications
Never make any modifications or use non-approved Glide Products parts on your power chair.
Doing so may cause a safety hazard and could void Warranty.
Unauthorised changes could constitute as re-manufacturing of the power chair. This voids any
warranty. The person or group who make the changes will have full liability of the power chair.
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More information relating to PG Controller can be viewed at www.glide.com.au
Products – Centro - Centro - Heading Related Documents - PG Manual.
Never push the On/Off button on the Joystick
module until you are seated correctly in the chair.
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OPERATING YOUR POWERCHAIR
PG Controller
Your new Power Chair will be supplied with a PG control system as standard unless otherwise
specified. In most cases the Joystick module will be a LCD screen type as per image below.
You will have been given instructions on how to operate your controller at time of trial and on
delivery. As most power wheelchairs are setup with Drive parameters to suit individuals and
needs, we will only cover the basics in this manual.
1. On/Off button
(press once for On
again once for Off)
2. Horn
3. Mode Button
(select Seating
Functions. Seat
Tile or Recline)
4. Profile Button (select
Profile - Indoor or
Outdoor drive settings)
5. Speed Button (Sets
speed from Low to
High in 5 stages)
6. Joystick (Used to steer
wheelchair).
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IMPORTANT: Please familiarise yourself with the individual functions of your controller in
particular the On\Off button. Once for ON and pressing the same button or pad again for OFF.
1. Do not displace the joystick when pressing the ON button. An error will occur
and you will have to turn controller off and then back on again.
2. Always set Speed selection to suit environment. Indoor driving should
be set to a lower top speed.
3. Driving on highly polished floors can be slippery. Lower the Speed setting
to half or even less if required.
4. Unless in an emergency, never press the On/Off button while driving your powerchair.
5. Never hang items on the joystick. (E.g. shopping bags)
6. To avoid damage to motor gearboxes always come to a complete “stop” before
turning your power chair off.
Driving
When driving the wheelchair for the first time you should always start with the slowest speed
setting and gradually increase as you get accustom to your wheelchair. The seat should also
be slightly tilted (approx. 8 degrees) for best driving performance. Avoid driving your wheelchair
when Seat Tilt is set flat or zero degrees as this may change driving characteristic and may also
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Armrests
The Flip up armrests are adjustable in height, position forward or aft of arm pad.
These can be permanently set in the desired position and locked with bolts or user adjustable
using locking knobs or thumb knobs.
To adjust height, loosen Turn Knob located on outside of armrest Post. When adjustment is
complete retighten Turn knob .
Forward and Back Adjustment of Arm Pad
Loosen small turn knob located on the outside and underneath arm pad.
Re-tighten when adjustment is complete. Do not undo more than one turn.
This knob also allows adjustment of joystick module.
Flip Up Armrest Lock
Located on the inside of the armrest mount bracket. Pull knob out and turn 90 degree.
This will allow armrest to move freely up and down. To lock, turn knob 90 degrees and
allow knob to drop in. Drop armrest down and arm should be in the locked position.

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Legrests and Footrests
The footrests are swing away and detachable. They swing out by pulling the release lever.
When lever is released, the footplate will simply swing out and lift off the two locating Pins.
When refitting footrest to wheelchair ensure that it is located on both locating pins. Damage
may result if only one pin is used. Once the legrest is on the locating pins and with foot plates
up, swing legrest towards centre of chair firmly so latch will click into position.
Height Adjustment of Footplate
Your footplate will be fitted with one of two types of adjustment styles.
1. Clamp Type–to adjust height simply loosen clamp bolt, move to desired position,
retighten clamp bolt.
2. Incremental Hole Type–to adjust height simply un-do and remove bolt, move footplate
to nearest hole to suit desired height, replace and tighten bolt firmly.
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Drive Disengage / Engage
Your wheelchair may be fitted with one of two types of Drive
disengagement for manually pushing the wheelchair.
A. Motor Brake disengagement
B. Clutch Drive Wheel disengagement
Before disengaging any Drive on your wheelchair please read the following.
The wheelchair will have no braking when Drive is disengaged. Never disengage
Drive on a slope as you will have no control of the wheelchair. Only disengage Drive
on a horizontal surface.
Type A - Motor Disengagement.
The motor Brake disengagement Turn Key is located on the front of the each motor as show in
image below. Rotate each Key on both motors clockwise (approx. 45 degree) to disengage the
Motor Brake. The key will snap into position when disengaging.
Once disengaged, the attendant will be able to manually push the wheelchair. Once
completed, re-engage Motor Brake by rotating the Key anti-clock wise until it snaps into
position. Never leave the wheelchair disengaged.
You will not be able to drive the wheelchair while either one or two motors Brakes are
disengaged. An error will show up on the joystick module as shown in image below. You
will need to turn the power OFF, re-engaged Motor Brake and then power up wheelchair
again before use.
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Type B – Drive Wheel Clutch Disengagement.
The Drive Clutch is located in the centre of each driving wheel. It is identified as a large Black
Knob with grip rings.
To ENGAGE, simply turn Black Knob (Drive clutch) in either direction until you here a “click”.
Turn chair on and SET AT SLOWEST SPEED and then SLOWLY move joystick forward until
drive clutch self engages. When clutch is engaged fully, the outer face of the Drive clutch will
be flush with the retainer washer.
To DISENGAGE simply pull out drive clutch and turn 1/8th of turn or 45 degrees to locate clutch
in the disengaged resting position. This will allow the chair to be free wheeled. You may need
to take some load off the Drive clutch by moving the Drive wheel by hand slightly forwards or
backwards at the same time as pulling out Drive clutch.
Brakes
Your power chair has electronic brakes and they are activated in the flowing manner.
1. If chair suffers a power failure while driving
2. When joystick of controller is released
3. When chair is turned Off
Electronic Brake will not work if either Motor Brake or Drive Clutches are disengaged.
The electronic brakes are static brakes only and the wheelchair controller will use the
motors for slowing the wheelchair before the electronic brakes are automatically
activated. In addition the power chair is fitted with Attendant static brakes for use
when stationary. These should be used by an attendant when transporting in vehicle or
when securing the wheelchair.
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Adjusting the Backrest Angle
There are 2 options available for backrest angle adjustment
1. Standard on all Centro’s wheelchairs, unless otherwise ordered, is an incrementally
adjustable Back Rest canes via Armrest/Back Canes bracket. It is advisable to have a
Glide agent or trained Technician to make this adjustment.
2. Electrically operated actuator. These are operated in several ways:
• Button located on controller in conjunction with joystick.
• Remote switches located for best access by occupant.
• Please refer to respective Controller manufactures user guide for more info.
Please familiarize yourself with this function for trouble free operation.
Adjusting the Seat Angle
1. Electrically operated actuator. This is operated in several ways
• Button located on controller in conjunction with joystick.
• Remote switches located for best access by occupant
• Changing to actuator on MODE setting and using joystick to adjust.
• Please refer to respective Controller manufactures user guide for more info.
Please familiarize yourself with this function for trouble free operation.

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SECTION 5
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USER TRAINING & WHEELCHAIR SETUP
User Training & Wheelchair Setup
Before using this wheelchair, you should be fully trained on all aspects and options on this
wheelchair by your Health Care Professional in conjunction with the Manufacturers Sell
Agent. You should always start in a slow Drive Mode selected on the controller and gradually
increased speed as you become more proficient in your driving ability. Maximum speeds
should be set to suit user’s capabilities.
Setup
It is important the wheelchair is Setup correctly by a Health Professional in conjunction with
the Manufactures Selling Agent. Your wheelchair may be fitted with a third party seating
systems and may differ from this manual.
Positioning Belts
The use of positioning belts is highly recommended as it will help support the occupant and
also prevent occupant from falling. The use of position belts must ONLY be setup by Health
Professional. Improper use of positioning belts may cause serious injury.
Positioning belts are not to be used as a seat belt when occupant/wheelchair is
transported in vehicle. Please refer to Section 6 Transporting Your Power Chair.
Today, there are many seating systems on the market to fit a multitude of wheelchair
types and brands and also to suit individual needs and preference. The Centro has
been designed to accommodate many of these systems including Glide’s own.
Because of the varying nature of these systems and possible changes to the centre
of gravity, it will be necessary for a Health Professional with the aid of the Selling
Agent representative to insure the wheelchair is set up safely.
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Power Seat Tilt
Your wheelchair will more than likely have a 50 degree power seat tilt which is a common
recommendation by Health Professionals today.
Whether you tilt your seat to the full extent is entirely your choice but you should be trained
in its use and learn to feel safe with this features. The wheelchair will not drive once it has
passed 22 degrees and will have to be returned back to a safe level before being able to drive
gain. The wheelchair must always be on a level surface when tilting passed the 22 degree mark.
Power reclining Backrest
Your Health professional may have prescribed a power reclining backrest with this wheelchair.
The user should be trained for the use of this feature and should feel comfortable with its
operation.
Other Options
Your wheelchair may also have other powered operated options fitted to your wheelchair. You
must be trained by you Health Care Professional or Selling Agent Representative before using
any of these options.
These could included:
• Power Elevating Legrests
• Vertical Lift Raise Seat. (Refer Section 12)
• Power Swing away Chin Control Unit
Before using any power operated option, ensure everyone is clear of
wheelchair as pinch points may inflict serious injuries.
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE & CHARGING
Battery Maintenance & Charging
Your Powerchair Battery Charger is specific to your wheelchair and may not be suitable for
other Powerchairs.
Only use the charger supplied with your wheelchair. The use of third party chargers may
damage or shorten the life of your batteries.
When should I Charge the Batteries
You should charge after use each day. If the Fuel Gauge is in the RED range on the controller
you should not drive your wheelchair and must charge immediately. Driving in the RED will
damage the batteries. Flashing Fuel Gauge lights is a warning to charge your batteries.
Charging your power chair
1. Ensure charger is switched off and controller is off.
2. Connect charger to wheelchair via the charging socket
located on the front of the Joystick module.
3. Turn power On at Charger
4. Ensure the charger is properly connected at both ends and
checking status lights on charger.
Charging Operation
Please refer to specific charging operating instructions supplied with your wheelchair.
Charging Duration
Charging times may vary depending on usage or battery state of charge, battery size, battery
condition and age of battery. In most cases overnight charging (8 – 10 hours) is sufficient.
Avoid driving your wheelchair until batteries are fully charged.
Under charged batteries will reduce your driving range and shorten battery life.
Note: The Fuel Gauge on your controller may state fully charged but may not necessarily be
fully charged and could be as low as 75% charged. Only your charger will state when fully
charged.
No harm will be done to batteries by leaving them on charge after charging is complete,
however prolonged charging is not advisable. eg. 1 day or more days.
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