Pride Mobility JAZZY 1103 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Unit 106, Heyford Park Camp Road
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright©2002
PrideMobilityProductsLtd.
Please read and follow all instructions in this owner’s manual before attempting to operate your
power chair for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you
require additional assistance for set-up, contact your authorised Pride provider.
Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions,
and instructions in this owner’s manual. Using your Pride product safely also depends upon your
own good judgement and/or common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver, and/or
healthcare professional. Pride is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any
person’s failure to follow the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owner’s manual. Pride
is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any person’s failure to exercise
good judgement and/or common sense.
The symbols below are used throughout this owner’s manual to identify warnings and cautions. It
is very important for you to read and understand them completely.
WARNING! Failure to heed the warnings in this owner’s manual may result in personal injury.
CAUTION!Failure to heed the cautions in this owner’s manualmay result in damage to your power
chair.
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I. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 4
II. SAFETY......................................................................................................................................... 6
III. THE JAZZY 1103 ..................................................................................................................... 8
IV. BATTERIES AND CHARGING ............................................................................................ 12
V. OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 15
VI. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS................................................................................................ 22
VII. DISASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................... 26
VIII.CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 27
IX. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES................................................................................................. 32
X. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................... 36
CONTENTS

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I. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Pride Mobility Products, Ltd. (Pride) . Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jazzy power
chair. The Jazzy 1103 design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive
styling.We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation of your new Jazzy power chair will add
convenienceto your daily living.
At Pride, your safety is important to us. Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before
you attempt to operate your Jazzy forthe first time. These instructions were produced for your benefit.Your
understanding of these instructions is essential for the safe operation of your new Jazzy power chair.
Prideisnotliablefordamagetoproperty orpersonal injuryarising outofunsafeuseofaJazzypowerchair. Pride
isalso notliablefor any propertydamageor personalinjuryarising out ofthefailure ofanyperson and or/userto
followingtheinstructions andrecommendationssetforthin thismanualoranyotherinstructionsor recommenda-
tionscontained inotherJazzy relatedliteratureissued byPrideorcontained ontheJazzy powerchairitself.
This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available at the time of
publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary.Any changes to our products may
causeslightvariations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the product youhadpurchased.
IfyouexperienceanyproblemswithyourJazzythatyourareunabletosolve,orifyoudonotfeelcapable of safely
followinganyoftheinstructionsand/orrecommendationsascontainedinthismanual,pleasecontactyourauthorised
Prideproviderfor assistance.
OnceyouunderstandhowtooperateandtakecareofyourJazzy,wearecertainthatitwillgiveyouyearsoftrouble-free
serviceandenjoyment.
Information Exchange
Wewanttohearyourquestions,comments,andsuggestionsaboutthismanual.Wewouldalsoliketohearaboutthe
safetyandreliability ofyour newJazzypower chair, and abouttheserviceyou receivedfromyourauthorisedPride
provider.
Pleasenotifyusofanychangeofaddress,sowecankeepyouapprisedofimportantinformation aboutsafety,new
products,andnewoptionsthatcanincreaseyourabilitytouseandenjoyyourJazzy.Pleasefeelfreetowriteusatthe
addressbelow:
PrideMobility Products,Ltd.
Unit106,Heyford Park
CampRoad,Upper Heyford
Oxfordshire,OX6 3HD

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I. INTRODUCTION
Pride Owners Club
As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to register your product’s warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners
Club.You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Pride’s web site at
www.pridemobility.com. As a registered member, each time you visit our site, you will have access to the most
interactiveandhonesteducational venue available today for people with mobility needs, their families andfriends.
From our home page, click on the button that reads “Owners Club” to enter a page dedicated to current and
potential Pride product owners. You will gain access to interviews, stories, recreation ideas, daily living tips,
product and funding information, and interactive message boards. On these message boards you are invited to
speak with other Pride customers as well as Pride representatives who are available to assist you with any ques-
tions or concerns you may have.
My Authorised Pride Provider is:
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:________________________________________________________________________
Quick Reference Information:
Purchase Date:________________________________________________________________________
NOTE:If you ever lose or misplace your warranty card or your copy of this manual, call or write to us and
we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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II. SAFETY
WARNING: The Jazzy 1103 is a motorised vehicle. When you are seated in your
Jazzy 1103 and you anticipate that you are going to be in a stationary
position for an extended period of time, turn off the power. This eliminates
the possibility of unexpected movement and conserves battery power.
The Jazzy 1103 is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to enhance your mobility. There are,
however,certainsituations—includingsomemedicalconditions—whereyou willneedtopracticeoperating your
Jazzy 1103 in the presence of an attendant. Below are some safety tips that are designed to help you become
accustomedto your newJazzy.
TRANSFERS
Transferringonto andoffof your Jazzy 1103requiresagood sense of balance. Be sure to have anattendantor
healthcareprofessionalpresentwhilelearningtoproperlytransfer yourself. To eliminatethe possibilityof injury,
weaskthatyouverifythefollowingbeforeattempting atransfer:
1. Be sure the power isturnedoff.
2. Be sure theJazzy1103is not inthefreewheelmode.
3. Make sure the armrestsareflippeduporremoved from the powered wheelchair.
4. Tipthefootrestup; this helpstokeep your feetfromhanging uponthefootrest duringthetransfer.
WARNING: Avoid putting all of your weight on the footrest.
This may cause the Jazzy 1103 to tip and cause injury!
MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT
ThoughyourJazzymaybeequippedwithapositioningbelt,thisbeltwasnotdesignedwiththe intentofproviding
properrestraintduringmotor vehicletransport.
lNeversit on orallowanyone to sitontheJazzy 1103in amovingvehicle.
lAlwaysbe sure your Jazzy 1103is properly secured whenbeingtransported.
TIE-DOWN SYSTEM DISCLAIMER
NeitherPridenorits providersassume responsibilityfortheJazzyused invehicle tie-downapplications.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
YourJazzy1103isratedforan113kg/18stonemaximumweightlimit. ExceedingtheweightlimitvoidsyourJazzy
warrantyandmay resultinpersonalinjury.
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
Wheelchairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator. If you try to
navigatesteps or escalators, youcancauseinjury to yourselfandothers.

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PUBLIC ROADS AND PARKING LOTS
WARNING: Do not operate your Jazzy 1103 on public streets and roadways. Please
be aware it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated in your
Jazzy. To ensure your safety, always assume you cannot be seen. Obey all local
pedestrian traffic rules. Safety accessories like reflectors, fluorescent flags, and
various lighting packages are available to order from your Pride provider.
STEPS AND KERBS
lDonotattemptto climb a step or kerb higher than 3 cm.
lAlwayshave assistance when attemptingtoclimba step or kerb lowerthan3cm.
lNeverattempt to proceed backwardsdown any step, kerb,or other obstacle. Doing socould cause the
Jazzy1103 to tip.
INCLINES AND UNEVEN TERRAIN
Whenclimbinganincline,donotzigzagordriveatanangleupthefaceofthe incline.DriveyourJazzystraightup
theincline. Thisgreatlyreducesthepossibilityofatiporfall.Alwaysexerciseextremecautionwhennavigatingan
incline.
lNevertravel up ordownan incline thatcanbepotentially hazardous (e.g.,areascovered with snow,ice, wet
leaves,orcut grass).
lWhenclimbinganincline,try tokeep thechairmoving. Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowlyandaccelerate
cautiously.
Whenmoving downanincline, dososlowly andin theforwarddirection only. IfyourJazzy1103starts tomove
fasterthan you anticipated, allow the unitto come to a complete stop byreleasing the joystick. Then push the
joystickforwardslightlyandcontinuetravelingdowntheincline.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED INCLINE
Pridehasperformed extensive incline testing with your Jazzy 1103.Our results have shown that the maximum
inclineyou can climb is8.7%gradeat maximum weightcapacity. An 8.7% grade istheangleof most handicap
accessramps. Any attempt to climbasteeperslopemay put your Jazzyinanunstable position.
8.7% Grade
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III. THE JAZZY 1103
FIGURE 1. The Jazzy 1103
SEAT
JOYSTICK
CONTROLLER
ANTI-TIP
WHEELS
ARMRESTS
BODY
SHROUD
FOOTREST
CASTER
WHEEL
DRIVEWHEEL
FREEWHEELLEVER
SEATASSEMBLY
POWERBASEASSEMBLY
JAZZY 1103 COMPONENTS
YourJazzyhas two main assemblies: theseat and the power base. Seefigure 1. There are a varietyof seating
optionsthat aredesignedto accommodatemostusers. Typically, theseatingsystem includesarmrests,seatback,
seatbase, and joystick. YourJazzyseat may alsohavesome optional accessories attachedtoit, such asabasket,
cane/crutchholder, a cup holder,or a power seat switch.
Thepower base is the heart of the Jazzy. The powerbaseassembly includes two motor/brake assemblies, two
anti-tipassemblies, two drivewheels,two anti-tip wheels,acaster assembly withtworear casters, twobatteries,
powerseatactuator(optional),aconnector housing, and all wiring harnesses. See figure 1 below and figures 2
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SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Suspension: Limitedsuspension
Drive Wheels: 25 cm pneumatic, center-mounted (solid tyres are optional)
Caster Wheels: 20 cm solid, rear articulating
Anti-tip Wheels: 15 cm solid, front mounted
MaximumSpeed: Up to 6.4 km/h
Brakes: “Intelligent Braking,” electronic regenerative, disc park brake
Ground Clearance: 9 cm
Turning Radius: 47 cm
OverallSize: Length: 88 cm
Width: 58 cm
Seating Options: Low Back
Medium Back (standard)
High Back with headrest
Power Elevating option available
Drivetrain: Two motor, mid-wheel
Batteries: Two 12-volt, U-1 batteries
Range: Up to 32 km
Battery Charger: 5-amp Off-board
3-amp Onboard (optional)
Electronics: 50-ampPilot Controller
50-ampVSI Controller
Weight Capacity: 113 kg/18 stone
ComponentWeights: Base: 35 kg
Seat: 15 kg
Batteries: 11 kg each
Warranty: Lifetime limited warranty on frame
2-year electronics warranty
18 months on drive motors
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FIGURE 2. Jazzy 1103 Power Base (shroud removed)
FIGURE 3. Electronics Connector Housing (non power seat)
SEATPOST
MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY
BATTERY
BATTERY
MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY
MAINCIRCUITBREAKER
JOYSTICKCONTROLLERCONNECTORS
BATTERYCHARGER
FREEWHEEL
LEVERS
(Disengaged
Position)
CONNECTORHOUSING
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