PaceSaver Scout RF User manual

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READ this entire Owner's Manual BEFORE
you operate your new power wheelchair!
Set Your Own Pace!
Owner's Manual
(Must Be Given to User)
PaceSaver®Boss 4.5
Scout RF [For Tilt]
Scout RF-P3 / RF-P4
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"SPECIAL OPTION" WARNINGS
WARNING: To make adjustments while sitting in the Scout, you must
be secured by wearing your lap belt to prevent you from falling forward.
TO ADJUST FRONT ANTI-TIP WHEEL HEIGHT
Turn thumbscrews clockwise to maximum height position.
Then lower wheel arm by turning thrmbscrews conterclockwise.
Count the number of turns as you lower each side to have equal
wheel height on both sides.
Remember, the lower the anti-tip wheel the better the front stability
when stopping as you go down an incline.

BOSS 4.5, RF, P3 & P4 OWNERS MANUAL 1
THIS MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF YOUR NEW
PaceSaverPOWER WHEELCHAIR. BE SURE AND FIND
THE INFORMATION THAT PERTAINS TO YOUR NEEDS BEFORE OPERATING.
Introduction 2
Important Safety Information 3
Specifications 11
Getting On and Off the Power Wheelchair 12
Operating the Power Wheelchair 13
Controller Instructions 16
Your First Ride 17
The Power Wheelchair Braking Systems 18
Brake Disengage Mechanism 18
Seat Assembly Operation 20
Disassembly & Assembly 21
The Wheelchair Batteries 22
Charging Your Batteries 26
General Care, Diagnostic & Maintenance Section 30
Diagnostics & Faults 32
Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers 33
Warranty Information 37
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Table of Contents

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PaceSaver Scout Boss 4.5, RF-P3 & RF-P4 Owners Manual
Congratulations on your choice of a power wheelchair! It is a dependable 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 power wheelchairs) are designed to provide safe, reliable transportation to
older or moderately physically disabled individuals who have difficulty in getting around. It will safely
take you everywhere the specifications 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 fields to drag brush
around orclimb steep hills. It was not meant to go hunting in, ortransport you thru hazardous environ-
ments. It also was 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 this power wheelchair!
Important
Please readtheentiremanualcarefullybefore attempting todriveyournewpowerwheelchair.
Remember toreadallservicerecommendationsoutlinedinthismanual to achieve trouble free,
safe and enjoyable operation of your power wheelchair. Failure to follow the recommended service pro-
cedures will damage your power wheelchair and such damage is not covered under warranty. Contact
your dealer if you have questions after reading this manual.
Leisure-Liftspecificallydisclaimsresponsibilityforanybodilyinjuriesorpropertydamagewhich
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.
Introduction

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NOTE: MODIFYING AND/OR TAMPERING IN ANY UNAUTHORIZED MANNER WITHTHE
POWER WHEELCHAIR WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE THE WHEELCHAIR TO
MALFUNCTION, EXPOSING YOU TO PHYSICAL HARM.
ATTENTION: This manual contains specific information about your power wheelchair. While some of
the information is the same for all power wheelchairs, make sure that you follow the specifications 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 driverand 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 wheel-
chair. This keeps you from accidentally hitting the throttle and causing an accident. For persons with
limited lower body strength, or persons 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, heating, 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, soft or uneven surfaces
due to risk of tipping and injury. Refer to the maximum incline rating on the specification chart.
Do not exceed the incline specifications 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 specification chart in your manual will indicate
the maximum incline for your particular style power wheelchair.
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 cir-
cumstances or accidents and bodily injury might 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!
Safety Guidelines