PaceSaver Scout M Series User manual

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you operate your new power wheelchair!
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PaceSaver
Scout
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M-Series

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Table of Contents
THIS MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF YOUR NEW PaceSaver Scout "M"-series
POWER WHEELCHAIRS. BE SURE AND FIND THE INFORMATION THAT
PERTAINS TO YOUR NEEDS BEFORE OPERATING.
Introduction 2
Important Safety Information 3
 Specications        13
 GettingOnandOffthePowerWheelchair     14
 OperatingthePowerWheelchair       15
 DriveSystemInstructions        19
Your First Ride 20
 ThePowerWheelchairBrakingSystems     21
 BrakeDisengageMechanism        21
 Disassembly&Assembly        25
Charging Your Batteries 26
 GeneralCare,Diagnostic&MaintenanceSection    35
Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers 38
 ConvertingyourPowerWheelchairbetween     41
front and rear wheel drive modes

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PaceSaver Scout "M"-series OWNERS MANUAL
Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of power wheelchair! It is a de-
pendable vehicle built for power and performance. Its easy to operate controls
give you more of what you are looking for in a wheelchair.
But it is important that you understand what your power wheelchair
is, and what it is not. Our power wheelchairs (like all wheelchairs) are designed
to provide safe, reliable transportation to older or moderately physically disabled
individualswhohavedifcultyingettingaround.Itwillsafelytakeyoueverywhere
thespecicationsindicateaslongasyoufollowthesimplesafetyguidelinesshown
on the next few pages.
The power wheelchair is not an all terrain vehicle that you can use out
intheeldstodragbrusharoundorclimbsteephills.Theywerenotmeanttogo
hunting in, or transport you through hazardous environments. They also are not
designed for the severely handicapped individual who should not be in a power
wheelchair. You must have good stability, motor control and above all else, good
common sense to use our wheelchair, or any other brand. If you feel that you
cannot safely operate this vehicle at all times, you should not use a wheelchair!
Important
Please read the entire manual carefully before attempting to drive
your new power wheelchair.
Remember to read all service recommendations outlined in this manual
to achieve trouble free, safe and enjoyable operation of your power wheelchair.
Failure to follow the recommended service procedures will damage your wheel-
chair and such damage is not covered under warranty. Contact your dealer if you
have questions after reading this manual.
 Leisure-Liftspecicallydisclaimsresponsibilityforanybodilyinjuriesor
property damage which may occur during or because of improper use or any
use which does not comply with applicable Federal, State, or Local laws and
ordinances or methods recommended in this manual. If in doubt about your
ability to operate your power wheelchair , consult your doctor.

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NOTE: MODIFYING AND/OR TAMPERING IN ANY UNAUTHORIZED
MANNER WITH THE POWER WHEELCHAIR WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
AND MAY CAUSE THE WHEELCHAIR TO MALFUNCTION, EXPOSING YOU
TO PHYSICAL HARM.
ATTENTION:Thismanualcontainsspecicinformationaboutyourpowerwheel-
chair. While some of the information is the same for all power wheelchairs, make
surethatyoufollowthespecicationsanddirectionsthatapplytoyourpowerchair.
If you are unsure of the style powerchair you have, contact your dealer.
Your powerchair is a vehicle which provides independence and freedom to people
with limited mobility. Driver error can cause injury to the driver and to other
people. Please use common sense, courtesy, and obey the following guidelines
for vehicle operation.
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE.
Safety Guidelines
Always turn the power switch to the OFF position when stopped or when getting off
or on the power wheelchair. This keeps you from accidentally hitting the throttle
and causing an accident. For persons with limited lower body strength, or per-
sons who make slide transfers and may forget to turn the power switch off, we
recommend special caution.
DO NOT operate the unit if it behaves erratically, or shows abnormal response, heat-
ing, smoking or arcing. Turn the system off at once and call your dealer for
service.
Use extra caution when riding your power wheelchair off of the pavement or on rough,
uneven or soft surfaces tipping and injury may result. See maximum incline rating
on specication chart.
Do not exceed the incline specications for your power wheelchair or it will become
unstable and tipping will result. Persons with limited ability to protect themselves
(like persons paralyzed on one side) should use protective equipment such as
bicycle headgear. The specication chart in your manual will indicate the maxi-
mum incline for your particular style power wheelchair.

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Keep your feet on the footrests while riding the power wheelchair to avoid hitting
them on objects as you drive. Always wear shoes while operating your power
wheelchair.
Always wear your lap belt when riding your power wheelchair.
Secure the removable seat assembly before operating the power wheelchair to
prevent yourself from falling from the seat while moving.
Remember, The power wheelchair is built to carry a single person. Do not carry
passengers under any circumstances or accidents and bodily injury will occur.
Ensure driving surface, ramp, platform lift or elevator is capable of supporting
combined weight of user and wheelchair.
Always go straight up or down curb cuts. You want the front wheels and the rear wheels
to climb up or go down together, not one at a time. Not doing this will result in the
power wheelchair violently swinging from side to side (as a car would in a ditch)
or the power wheelchair overturning. Also approach curb access ramps the same
way, straight on, not at an angle. NEVER attempt to go up or down a regular height
curb or tipping and personal injury will result!
Warning Driving the power wheelchair in busy streets, busy parking lots, or in crowded
shopping malls can be dangerous for you or other people as you may be struck
by a vehicle or you might strike a pedestrian. Use caution in congested areas
at all times.
Lean forward a slight amount when traveling up an incline.
NEVER leave your power wheelchair exposed to the elements. This includes storage
outside or carrying the power wheelchair on an outside car-lift during periods of
high moisture ( mist, rain, snow, etc.) or any other inclement weather (dust or sand
storms, etc.). Use only a damp rag to clean your power wheelchair (never use sol-
vents or abrasive cleaners). The use of excessive water, as from a garden hose or
bucket may cause damage to your power wheelchairs electronics.
Use caution when driving off even a small curb or raised surface. The act of dropping
off the edge subjects the power wheelchair to extreme forces that can damage
the frame and other components. This type of damage is not covered under war-
ranty.

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Disconnect the batteries before performing any maintenance or if you will not be rid-
ing the power wheelchair for more than a few days. This avoids both the possibility of
injuries due to shock and helps lengthen the battery life. Make sure that the batteries
are secure when you are using the power wheelchair.
Follow the directions of your doctor and/or pharmacist at all times. Do not drive
the power wheelchair while taking medications that affect your reexes or
judgment, as your driving will be impaired and accidents may result. Do
not drink alcohol or use any other stimulants while operating this or any
other vehicle.
The following are important things to help you drive the power wheelchair in
the safest possible manner. Please take note of each and every one.
WARNING DO NOT engage in the following activities with your power wheelchair
or serious personal injury may result.
DO NOT ride the power wheelchair with the brake disengaged at anytime.
DO NOT drive the power wheelchair diagonally across inclines, turn sharp on an incline
or make turns at or near full throttle at any time. Doing this will result in the power
wheelchair losing traction and control which can result in tipping and possibly serious
injuries.
DO NOT drive the power wheelchair with the seat assembly higher than necessary as
tipping and serious injury may result. The lower the seat, the better your stability.
DO NOT drive the power wheelchair with under-inated tires as this increases the pos-
sibility of tipping and injury. Your stability and efciency (power and range) are also
greatly affected.
DO NOT remain seated on your power wheelchair while it is being loaded into a vehicle
using anything other than a special wheelchair lift, or personal injury may result.
DO NOT ride on soft, uneven surfaces as this can cause lose of traction and control caus-
ing tipping and that may result in serious injury.
DO NOT stop on any incline to rest or dismount. Although the electric brake will stop
and hold you, it is best to stop in level, at areas where there is no possibility of rolling,
or tipping the unit or having the occupant fall out.

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Leisure-Lift POWER WHEELCHAIR TIE DOWN INFORMATION
WARNING: Do not engage in the following activities with your power wheelchair
or serious injury may result.
Do not remain seated on your power wheelchair while it is being loaded into a ve-
hicle using anything other than a special wheelchair lift.
Riding on a platform lift is dangerous. Failure to check weight capacity, turn off con-
troller, have the required precise driving control capability or have the wheelchair
properly maintained could result in serious injury or death.
Do not use the power wheelchair as a seat in a moving vehicle. As of this date, the
Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system for transporta-
tion of a user while in a power wheelchair in a moving vehicle of any type. The rider
must be seated in a regular automotive seat and restrained by an approved automobile
safety belt. The rider must be warned that there is a many times greater likelihood of
sever injury or death in the event of an accident if they are not in the provided automo-
tive seat and restraint system. The following attachment points are provided for the
sole purpose of securing the mobility device without the rider. The power wheelchair
and batteries MUST be independently and properly restrained or stored in a separate
compartment so as to prevent it from causing injury in an accident.
CONVENIENT TIE DOWN POINTS
The following is a list of convenient locations that the straps from a 4 point secure-
ment system could be anchored on PaceSaver products. These products have not been
crash tested and certied as crash worthy using these locations.
POWER WHEELCHAIRS
M1 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Back anchor points - Place a strap around the lower portion of each armrest support.
Front anchor points - Place a strap around each anti-tip wheel support arm just above
the small anti-tip wheel.
M1 REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Back anchor points - Place a strap around the lower portion of each armrest support.
Front anchor points - Place a strap around the top of each swivel caster fork.
SCOUT, SCOUT RF, SCOUT RF 4, BOSS 4.5, BOSS 6, BOSS 6NS, BOSS 6.75
Back anchor points - Place a strap around the lower portion of each armrest support.
Front anchor points - Place a strap around each anti-tip wheel support arm just above
the small anti-tip wheel.

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DO NOT ride your power wheelchair without wearing your lap belt at all times or
serious injury may result. This is especially important on ramps or inclines.
DO NOT drive up, down or across inclines greater than the rating for your style power
wheelchair or tipping will result. Refer to the Specication Sheet (Please Note:
Soft surfaces reduce the incline capability by more than 50%). Wet or slick surfaces
reduce steering and braking controls tremendously. Use extreme caution in these
circumstances.
DO NOT travel down ramps at high speed. Doing so will reduce traction and increase
stopping distance.
DO NOT allow the power wheelchair controls to become wet. Never wash off the
power wheelchair using a hose or a stream of water, drive through standing water or
ride in the rain. Possible loss of control and/or electronic damage will occur. Do not
attempt to ride a power wheelchair that has been soaked until it has had a chance to dry
thoroughly.
DO NOT leave the power wheelchair where it is exposed to high temperatures
(a car trunk, etc.) or to poor weather conditions such as rain or snow or freezing
conditions as damage to the unit will occur.
DO NOT disassemble any wheel at any time while still inated. The pressure may
blow wheel rims apart while you are loosening them.
DO NOT ride the unit near platforms, stairs, ledges, curbs or in any other potentially
dangerous situation as serious injury can result.
DO NOT ride the power wheelchair over power cords, oxygen lines, hoses or any othe
material that could become entangled in the wheels or get caught in the drive
mechanism of the power wheelchair or while connected to equipment off of the power
wheelchair.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat.
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the oor by reaching
down between your knees.
DO NOT lean over the top of the seat back to reach objects from behind as this may cause
the power wheelchair to tip over or cause you to fall out.
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the
power wheelchair may tip over.
DO NOT tilt the power wheelchair without assistance.

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DO NOT use an escalator to move a power wheelchair between oors. Serious bodily
injury may occur.
ALWAYS turn the power wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks/clutches to
prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the power
wheelchair. Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance.
DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks/clutches until the power is in the OFF position.
DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
DO NOT climb, go up or down hard surface ramps greater than allowed in specications.
Use special caution on soft surfaces as they greatly reduce incline rating. See specications
for your power wheelchair.
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil lm or loss of con-
trol & braking will result.
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles greater than maximum climbing capabil-
ity shown in specications . Doing so may cause your power wheelchair to turn over and
cause bodily harm or damage to the power wheelchair.
DO NOT use unauthorized parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by
Leisure-Lift.
DO NOT attempt to lift the power wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable)
parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a power wheelchair may
result in injury to the user of damage to the power wheelchair.
DO NOT stand on the frame of the power wheelchair.
DO NOT use the footplate as a platform. When getting in or out of the power wheel-
chair, make sure that the footplate are in the upward position or swing footrests towards
the outside of the power wheelchair. See - Getting On and Off the Power Wheelchair.
ALWAYS wear your lap belt.