Pride Z-Chair User manual

Exeter, PA
St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586
www.pridemobility.com
OWNER’S MANUAL

www.pridemobility.com Z-Chair
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Copyright©2006
PrideMobilityProductsCorp.
INFMANU3121/RevA/March06
The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the Z-Chair to identify warnings and important
information.Itisveryimportant foryouto readthemand understandthemcompletely.
WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component
damage, or malfunction (black symbol on yellow triangle with black border).
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as specified. Failure to perform mandatory
actions can cause injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment (white symbol on blue dot).
PROHIBITED! These actions should be prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any
time or in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to personnel and/
or damage to equipment (black symbol with red circle and red slash).

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I. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................4
II. SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................6
III. YOUR Z-CHAIR ....................................................................................................................................15
IV. ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................19
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS...........................................................................................................22
VI. BATTERIES AND CHARGING .......................................................................................................25
VII. OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................30
VIII.CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................34
IX. WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................39
CONTENTS
Thisowner’smanualiscompiledfromthelatestspecificationsandproductinformationavailableatthetimeofpublication.
Wereservetherighttomakechanges astheybecome necessary.Anychanges toourproducts maycauseslight variations
betweentheillustrationsandexplanationsinthis manualandthe productyouhave purchased.

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I. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY
WELCOMEto Pride Mobility ProductsCorporation(Pride). Theproduct you have purchasedcombinesstateof the art
componentswithsafety, comfort, and styling inmind.We are confident thedesign features will provideyou with the
conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Understanding how to safelyoperate and care for this product
shouldbring you yearsoftroublefree operations andservice.
Readandfollowallinstructions,warnings,andnotes inthismanualandallotheraccompanyingliteraturebeforeattempt-
ing to operate this product for the first time. In addition, your safety depends upon you, as well as your provider or
caretakerinusinggood judgement.
Ifthere isanyinformation inthismanualwhich youdonot understand,orifyou requireadditionalassistance forsetupor
operation,please contact anauthorizedPrideProvider. Failuretofollowtheinstructions,warnings,andnotesinthis
manual and those located on your Pride product can result in personal injury or product damage and void
Pride’sproductwarranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
Byacceptingdelivery of this product, you promisethatyou will not change, alter,ormodify this product or remove or
renderinoperableorunsafeanyguards,shields,orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglecttoinstallany
retrofitkitsfromtime to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of thisproduct.
INTERNET AND PRIVATE PURCHASES
Thecontentsofthismanualare basedon theexpectationthattheauthorizedPrideProvider hasproperly fitthetravelchair
totheuserandhasassistedthe user in the instruction process for the use of the product.
Ifyoupurchasedthetravelchairover theinternetor fromaprevious ownerandyouhaveany questionsaboutthe safeuse
and/ormaintenanceof the product, please visit the Pride websiteorcontactanauthorizedPride Provider.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. We would also like to hear about the
safetyandreliabilityofyour new Pride product, and about the service you received fromanauthorized Pride Provider.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety, new
products,andnewoptionsthatcanincrease your ability to use and enjoy your Pride product. Please feel freetocontact
us at the address below:
PrideMobility ProductsCorporation
Attn.:Customer CareDepartment
182SusquehannaAve.
Exeter, PA18643-2694
NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and
we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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I. INTRODUCTION
PRIDE OWNERS CLUB
As an owner of a Pride product, you are encouraged to enroll in the Pride Owners Club. Complete and return your
enclosedproduct registrationcardorvisit Pride's websiteatwww.pridemobility.com.
Fromour home page,select“Owners Club” toenterapage dedicated tocurrentandpotential Prideproductowners.You
willgain accesstointerviews, stories,recreationideas, dailylivingtips, productandfunding information,andinteractive
messageboards. Thesemessageboardsinvite youtocommunicatewith otherPridecustomersas wellasPriderepresen-
tativeswho are availabletoassistyou with anyquestionsorconcerns.
QuickReferenceInformation:
AuthorizedPride Provider:_________________________________________________________________
Address:______________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:_________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date:__________________________________________________________________________

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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Thesymbols below are used on theZ-Chair to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It isvery
importantfor youtoreadand understandthemcompletely.
Corrosive chemicals contained in battery.
Explosive conditions.
Battery Charging - Using a charger rated for more than 4 amps peak may result in equipment
damage.
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Maximum seating weight.
Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries.
Locked and in drive mode.
Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from drive mode
to freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.
Unlocked and in freewheel mode.
EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

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Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and
store in a clean and dry condition.
Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, properly install an
approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access. Failure to
heed could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Do not connect an extension cord to the
AC/DC converter or the battery charger.
Contact with tools can cause electrical shock.
Do not remove anti-tip wheels.

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SAFETY
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new Z-Chair for the first time without completely reading and
understanding this owner’s manual.
Your Z-Chairis a state-of-the-art life-enhancementdevice designed to increase mobility.Pride provides an extensive
varietyofproductstobestfit theindividualneedsofthe Z-Chairuser.Pleasebeawarethatthefinal selectionandpurchas-
ingdecisionregardingthetype of Z-Chair to be used is the responsibility of the Z-Chair user, who is capable of making
sucha decision.
Therearecertainsituations,includingsomemedicalconditions,wheretheZ-Chairuserwillneedtopracticeoperatingthe
Z-Chairin thepresenceof atrainedattendant.Atrained attendantcanbe definedasafamily memberorcare professional
speciallytrainedinassistingaZ-Chairuserinvariousdailylivingactivities.
AsyoubeginusingyourZ-Chairduringdailyactivities,youwillprobablyencountersituationsinwhichyouwillneedsome
practice.Simplytakeyourtimeandyou willsoonbe infulland confidentcontrolas youmaneuverthrough doorways,on
andoffofelevators,upanddownramps,and over moderate terrain.
Beloware someprecautions,tips,andothersafetyconsiderationsthatwillhelptheuserbecomeaccustomedtooperating
theZ-Chairsafely.
Modifications
Pridehas designedandengineered yourZ-Chairto providemaximummobilityand utility.Awiderangeofaccessories is
availablefroman authorized Pride Provider to further customizeyour Z-Chair to better suit your needsand/or prefer-
ences.However, undernocircumstancesshouldyou modify, add,remove,ordisableany feature,part,orfunctionofyour
Z-Chair.
WARNING! Do not modify your Z-Chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Unauthorized
modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Z-Chair.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Getto know thefeelofyourZ-Chair and itscapabilities.Priderecommendsthat you performasafetycheckbefore each
usetomake sure your Z-Chair operates smoothly and safely.
PerformthefollowinginspectionspriortousingyourZ-Chair:
!Checkallelectrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
!Checkthecontrollerconnection to the power base. Make sure itissecured properly.
!Checkthe brakes. See VIII. “Care andMaintenance.”
!Checkbattery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact an authorized Pride Provider for assistance.

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Weight Limitations
YourZ-Chairis ratedfora maximumweightcapacity.Please refertothe specificationstableforthislimit.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal injury
and/or damage to your Z-Chair. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property
damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your Z-Chair. Carrying passengers on your Z-Chair may
result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Incline Information
Moreandmorebuildingshaverampswithspecifieddegreesofinclination,designedforeasyandsafeaccess.Someramps
mayhave turning switchbacks(180-degreeturns)that requireyoutohave good corneringskillsonyour Z-Chair.
!Proceedwithextremecaution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
!Take wideswingswithyour travelchair’sfrontwheels around anytightcorners. If youdothat,the travelchair’srear
wheelswill follow a widearc,notcutthe corner short,andnotbumpinto or get hunguponanyrailing corners.
!Whendrivingdownaramp,keepthetravelchair’sspeed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a
safelycontrolled descent. SeeVII.“Operation.”
!Avoid sudden stops and starts.
Whenclimbinganincline,trytokeepyourZ-Chairmoving.Ifyoumuststop,startupagainslowlyandthenaccelerate
cautiously.Whendrivingdown anincline, setyourZ-Chairtotheslowestsettinganddriveintheforwarddirectiononly.If
yourZ-Chairstartstomovedowntheinclinefasterthan youanticipatedor desired,allowit tocometo acompletestop by
releasingthe joystick,thenpush thejoystickforward slightlytoensure asafelycontrolleddescent.
WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline.
Drive your Z-Chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall.
Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.
WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered
with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves).
WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the Z-Chair in freewheel mode
while seated on it or standing next to it. Doing so may result in personal injury and/or damage to
your Z-Chair.
WARNING! Never travel down an incline backwards. This may result in personal injury.
WARNING!Eventhough your Z-Chair iscapableofclimbingslopes greater than those illustratedinfigure1,
do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in
this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your Z-Chair, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to
your Z-Chair.
Incompliance with theAmericanswithDisabilitiesActof1990,allhandicap public access rampsarerequiredtohave a
maximumslope of 5° (8.7%). Therefore,Priderecommendsthatthe maximum slope ofaninclineyouattempt to safely
ascend or descend on your Z-Chair does not exceed 5° (8.7%). See figure 1.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 5° (8.7%) may put your Z-Chair
in an unstable position and cause it to tip, resulting in personal injury.

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Braking Information
YourZ-Chairis equipped withtwopowerful brake systems:
1. Regenerative —useselectricityto rapidlyslowthevehicle whenthejoystickreturns tothecenter/stop position.
2. DiscParkBrake—activatesmechanicallyafterregenerative brakingslowsthevehicletonearstop, orwhenpoweris
removedfrom the systemforanyreason.
Cornering Information
WhileyourZ-Chairisequippedwithtwocasterwheelsandtwoanti-tipwheels,excessivelyhighcorneringspeedscanstill
createthepossibilityoftipping.Factorswhichaffectthepossibilityoftippinginclude,butare not limited to: cornering
speed,steering angle (how sharplyyouareturning),uneven road surfaces,inclinedroadsurfaces,riding from an areaof
lowtraction toanarea ofhightraction (suchaspassing fromagrassy areatoa pavedarea– especiallyathigh speedwhile
turning),andabruptdirectionalchanges.High corneringspeedsarenotrecommended.Ifyoufeelthat youmaytipoverin
a corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your Z-Chair from
tipping.
WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. This greatly reduces the possibility of a
tip or fall. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, always exercise common sense when
cornering.
Public Streets and Roadways
WARNING! You should not operate your Z-Chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it
may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your Z-Chair. Obey all local pedestrian
traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution.
Freewheel Mode
YourZ-Chairisequippedwithtwomanualfreewheelleverstoallowformanualmaneuverabilitybyatrainedattendant.For
moreinformationabouthowtoplaceyourZ-Chairintoandoutoffreewheelmode,seeIII.“YourZ-Chair.”
WARNING! Do not use your Z-Chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present. Personal
injury may result.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your Z-Chair in freewheel mode while seated on it.
Personal injury may result. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your Z-Chair in freewheel mode while on an incline. The chair could roll
uncontrollably on its own, causing personal injury.
Figure 1. Maximum Safe Incline/Decline Angles

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Outdoor Driving Surfaces
YourZ-Chairisdesignedtoprovideoptimum stabilityundernormaldrivingconditions—dry,levelsurfacescomposedof
concrete,blacktop, or asphalt.However,Priderecognizesthat there willbetimeswhenyou will encounterothersurface
types.Forthisreason,yourZ-Chairisdesignedtoperformadmirablyonpackedsoil,grass,andgravel.Feelfreetouse
yourZ-Chairsafely on lawns and in park areas.
!Reduceyour travelchair’s speedwhendrivingon uneven terrainand/orsoft surfaces.
!Avoidtallgrassthatcanentangletherunninggear.
!Avoid looselypackedgravelandsand.
!Ifyou feelunsureabout adrivingsurface,avoid thatsurface.
Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Curbs, etc.)
Proceedwithextreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotectedledgesand/or drop-offs (curbs, porches,
stairs,etc.).The correct method for approaching a curbisillustratedinfigures2and 3.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Z-Chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher than
1 inch unless you have the assistance of an attendant.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your Z-Chair proceed backwards down any step, curb, or other
obstacle. This may cause the Z-Chair to tip and cause personal injury.
Stairs and Escalators
Travel chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator.
WARNING! Never use your Z-Chair to negotiate steps or escalators. You may cause injury to
yourself and to others and/or damage your Z-Chair.
Doors
!Determineifthe door opens toward or away from you.
!Driveyour Z-Chair gentlyandslowlyforwardto push thedooropen,or drive yourZ-Chairgentlyandslowly
backwardsto pull the door open.
Elevators
Modernelevatorshaveadooredgesafetymechanism that, when pushed, reopens the elevator door(s).
!Ifyouare in the doorway of an elevatorwhenthe door(s) begin to close, pushonthe rubber door edge or allow the
rubberdoor edge to contact theZ-Chair and the door willreopen.
!Usecare that pocketbooks, packages,or Z-Chair accessories donot become caught inelevator doors.
Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach

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Transfers
Transferring onto and offof your Z-Chair requires a goodsense
of balance.Always have an attendant present while learning to
properlytransfer yourself.
Toeliminate the possibilityofinjury,Priderecommendsthat you
oratrainedattendantperformthefollowingtasksbeforeattempting
atransfer:
!Turnoffthe power to thecontroller. SeeVII.“Operation.”
!EnsureyourZ-Chairisnotinfreewheelmode.SeeIII.“YourZ-
Chair.”
!Turnbothcasterwheelstowardthetransferdestinationtoimprove
Z-Chairstabilityduringtransfer.
!MakesurebotharmrestsareflippeduporremovedfromyourZ-
Chair.
!Movethefootriggingoutoftheway;thiswillhelptokeepyourfeet
fromgettingcaughtonthefootriggingduringthetransfer.
!ReducethedistancebetweenyourZ-Chairandtheobjectyouare
transferringonto. Figure 4.IdealTransfer Position
WARNING! Before transferring, position yourself as far back as possible in the Z-Chair seat to
prevent the Z-Chair from tipping forward during transfer and causing injury.
WARNING! Avoid using your armrests for weight bearing purposes. Such use may cause the Z-
Chair to tip and cause personal injury.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the foot riggings. Such use may cause the Z-Chair
to tip and cause personal injury.
Lift/Elevation Products
Ifyouwillbe travelingwithyourZ-Chair,youmayfind itnecessarytousealift/elevationproductto aidintransportation.
Priderecommendsthatyoucloselyreviewtheinstructions,specifications,andsafetyinformationsetforthbythemanufac-
turerofthelift/elevationproductbeforeusing thatproduct.
Inclement Weather Precautions
ExposureofyourZ-Chairtoinclementweatherconditionsshouldbeavoidedwheneverpossible.Ifsuddenlycaughtupin
rain,snow,severecoldorheatwhile operatingyourZ-Chairproceedtoshelterattheearliest opportunity. Thoroughlydry
yourZ-Chair beforestoring,charging,oroperatingyour Z-Chair.
WARNING! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy/slippery surfaces can
cause personal injury and/or damage to the Z-Chair and electrical system. Maintain and store
your Z-Chair in a dry and clean condition.
Preventing Unintended Movement
WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time,
turn off the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent joystick contact. This
will also eliminate the possibility of unintended chair movement from electromagnetic (EM) sources.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury.

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Motor Vehicle Transport
PriderecommendsthatyoudonotremainseatedinyourZ-Chairwhiletravelinginamotorvehicle.TheZ-Chairshouldbe
stowedin the trunk of a caror in the back of atruck or van with thebatteries removed and properly secured.
WARNING! Do not sit on your Z-Chair while it is in a moving vehicle. Personal injury and/or property
damage may result.
WARNING! Always be sure your Z-Chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being
transported. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Z-Chair.
Positioning Belts
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your Z-Chair, make sure it is fastened
securely. Serious personal injury may result if you fall from the Z-Chair.
WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is
your Z-Chair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be
properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach, lean,orbend while drivingyourZ-Chair.Ifitis absolutelynecessaryto reach, lean,orbend whileseatedon
yourZ-Chair, it isimportanttomaintaina stable centerofgravityand keep theZ-Chairfromtipping. Pride recommends
thatthe Z-Chair userdeterminehis/herpersonal limitationsandpracticebending and reachinginthepresence of aatten-
dant.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by
reaching down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity
and the weight distribution of the Z-Chair. This may cause your Z-Chair to tip, possibly resulting in
personal injury.
WARNING! Prevent personal injury! Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware
that loose fitting clothing can become caught in drive tires.
Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more
informationabout yourtravelchair’sbatteries, seeVI.“BatteriesandCharging.”
WARNING! Z-Chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that
much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery. Charging
a frozen battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery.
Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a Z-Chair by any of its removable parts. Personal injury
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Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmustexercisecareand common sense when operating a Z-Chair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafety issues when
takingprescribed orover-the-counterdrugs orwhentheuser hasspecificphysical limitations.
WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or
if you have certain physical limitations. Some medications and limitations may impair your ability
to operate your Z-Chair in a safe manner.
Alcohol
TheZ-Chairusermustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatinghis/herZ-Chair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafety
issueswhileundertheinfluenceofalcohol.
WARNING! Do not operate your Z-Chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may
impair your ability to operate your Z-Chair in a safe manner.
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency waves can
have an adverse affect on the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.
Electromagneticand Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as cellular phones, mobile two-way
radios(such as walkie-talkies), radio stations, TVstations,amateurradio(HAM)transmitters, wireless computer links,
microwavesignals,pagingtransmitters, and medium-range mobile transceivers used by emergencyvehicles.In some
cases,thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamage tothe controlsystem. Everyelectrically-poweredmobility
vehiclehasanimmunity(orresistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainstEMI.This
producthasbeentestedand has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios, laptops and other types of radio transmitters
may cause unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility vehicle due to EMI.
Exercise caution when using any of these items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid
coming into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to the electrically-powered mobility vehicle
can increase the susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your travel chair in any way
not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself can disturb the performance of other
electrical devices located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on www.pridemobility.com. If unin-
tended motion or brake release occurs, turn your travel chair off as soon as it is safe to do so. Call Pride at 800-
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III. YOUR Z-CHAIR
THE Z-CHAIR
TheZ-Chairhastwomainassemblies:theseatassemblyandthe power base assembly. See figure 5.Typically, the seat
assemblyincludesthe armrests, seatback, and seatbase. The power base assembly includesthe two motors, two drive
wheels,twocasterwheels,twoanti-tipwheels,twobatteries,anda foot platform. See figures 5 and 6.
SEATBACK
DRIVE WHEEL
Figure 5.The Z-Chair
POWERBASE
ASSEMBLY
SEAT ASSEMBLY
JOYSTICK
FOOTRIGGING
(FOOT PLATFORM SHOWN)
SEATBASE
ARMRESTS
VSI CONTROLLER
CASTER WHEEL
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Suspension: Limited
Drive Wheels: 8 in., solid
Front Caster Wheels: 5 in., solid
RearAnti-tip Wheels: 3 in., solid
Maximum Speed:1Up to 3.5 mph
Brakes: “Intelligent Braking” electronic regenerative, disc park brake
Ground Clearance:21.75 in.
Turning Radius:222.5 in.
Overall Size:2Length: 30 in.
Width: 18.5 in.
Seating: Molded plastic with cushion (standard)
Drivetrain: Two motor, rear -wheel drive
Batteries: Two (2) 12AH, 12-volt, deep-cycle (AGM or Gel-Cell type recommended)
Range:1Up to 10 miles
Battery Charger: 2-amp, off-board
Electronics: 50-amp PG Drives VSI Controller
Weight Capacity: 250 lbs.
Component Weights: Front Base: 23 lbs.
Rear Base: 36.5 lbs.
Seat: 30 lbs.
Batteries: 20 lbs. (total weight of battery pack)
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Z-CHAIRSPECIFICATIONS
1Varies with user weight, terrain type, battery amp hour rating (AH), battery charge, battery condition, and tire
condition.
2Due to manufacturing tolerances and continual product improvement, this specification can be subject to a
variance of (+ or –) 3%.
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III. YOUR Z-CHAIR
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Theelectricalcomponentsarelocatedon the power base. The main circuit breaker is located onthefrontofthebattery
box.Thecontroller connector is located ontheback of the power base.Seefigure 6.
ControllerConnector: Thisiswhere the controller connects to thebatteriesandthemotors.
BatteryBoxChargerPort:This enables you to chargethebatteries when the battery box is removed fromthepower
base.SeeVI. “Batteries and Charging.
NOTE: The Z-Chair battery box can be charged on or off of the power base. The battery box charger port
should only be used when the battery box has been removed from the power base.
MainCircuitBreaker:Themaincircuitbreakerisasafety feature built into your Z-Chair.When the batteries and the
motorsareheavilystrained(e.g.,fromexcessiveloads),themain circuitbreaker tripstopreventdamagetothemotorsand
theelectronics.Ifthe circuit trips, allow your Z-Chair to“rest”for approximately one minute. Next, push in thecircuit
breakerbutton,turnonthecontroller,andcontinuenormaloperation.Ifthemaincircuitbreakercontinuestotriprepeatedly,
contactan authorized PrideProvider.
Figure 6.The Z-Chair Power Base
FRONT SECTION
BATTERY BOX
CIRCUITBREAKER
REAR SECTION
SEAT PEDESTAL
CONTROLLER CONNECTOR
FREEWHEELLEVER
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MANUAL FREEWHEEL LEVERS
TheZ-Chairhasa manualfreewheelleveroneach motor. Manualfreewheelleversenableyou todisablethedrivesystem
inordertopushthe chair.
WARNING! Do not use the Z-Chair while the drive system is disabled! Do not disable the drive
system when the Z-Chair is on an incline, as the unit could roll on its own, causing injury!
NOTE: The batteries will not charge in freewheel mode unless the battery box is removed from the power base.
NOTE: You must turn off the power before disabling the drive systems, otherwise you may get an error code on
the controller. To clear this code, turn off the controller and place the Z-Chair in drive mode. Then turn on the
controller. The error message should be cleared. If not, contact an authorized Pride Provider.
To engage or disengage the drive system:
1. Locate the levers on the rear section of the powerbase. See figure 7.
2. Push the two leversforwardtoenablethedrivesystem.
3. Pull the twoleversrearwardtodisable the drive system.
WARNING! It is important to remember that when your Z-Chair is in freewheel mode, the braking
system is disengaged.
ANTI-TIP WHEELS
Theanti-tip wheels areanintegraland importantsafetyfeatureof your Z-Chair. Seefigure7.
PROHIBITED! Do not, under any circumstances, remove the anti-tip wheels from your Z-Chair.
III. YOUR Z-CHAIR
Figure 7.Back of Power Base
ANTI-TIP WHEELS
MANUALFREEWHEELLEVERS

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INITIAL ASSEMBLY
YourZ-Chairmayrequiresomeassemblyeitherbeforeinitialuseoraftertransportation.Itmayalsorequiredisassemblyto
make some comfort adjustments. Figure 8 details those parts of the Z-Chair that are designed to be disassembled and
assembledbyanenduserorbyaqualifiedcaregiverbeforeusingtheproductormakingcomfortadjustments.Thereare two
hexkeysprovidedfor usewithcontroller installationandadjustmentandfoot platformadjustment.
NOTE: Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the Z-Chair must be
replaced with a new nut. Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon
insert, resulting in a less secure fit. Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores
or through your authorized Pride Provider.
IV. ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY
SEAT INSTALLATION
ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT
Figure 8.Z-Chair AssemblyView
FOOT PLATFORM
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
CONTROLLER POSITION
SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

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Figure 10. Z-Chair Components
IV. ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY
Figure 9. Seat Installation
SEAT INSTALLATION
Itmaybenecessarytoinstall the seat either prior to initial
operation or after transporting your Z-Chair. The seat is
attached to the power base by a height-adjustable seat
pedestal.
WARNING! Do not pick up the seat frame
by the armrests. They are free to pivot,
and you may lose control of the seat if
they do so, resulting in personal injury
or damage to the chair.
To install the seat:
1. Adjust the seat height if necessary. See V. “Comfort
Adjustments.”
2. Set the seat onto the seat pedestal. See figure 9.
3. Install the controller into the armrest, and tighten the
setscrewunder the armrest.
4. Plug the controllerconnectorintothe power base. See
figure6.
DISASSEMBLY
TheZ-Chair disassembles into four components:theseat,
thebatterybox,therearsectionof the power base and the
frontsectionofthepower base. See figure 10.
TodisassembletheZ-Chair:
1. Turnoffpowertothecontroller.SeeVII.Operation.
2. PlacetheZ-Chairindrivemode.SeeIII.“YourZ-Chair.”
3. Disconnectthecontrollerfromthepowerbase.
4. Removetheseat.
5. Graspthebatteryboxhandleandliftuptodisengagethebox
fromthepowerbase,thentilttheboxforwardslightlyandpull
itawayfromthepowerbase.
6. Pushinthetogglelatchreleasebuttonwhilepullingforward
onthetogglelatch.Seefigure11.
7. Rotatethetogglelatchbuckleoverthetopofthetogglelatch
untilitsnapsintoitsretainer.Seefigure12.
8. Liftthefrontsectionupandoffoftherearsection.
ASSEMBLY
1. TilttheZ-Chair rear section rearwardontotheanti-tip
wheels.See figure 13.
2. Whileholdingthefrontsectionparalleltothefloor,align
thecurvedlockingbracketsonthefrontsectionwiththe
correspondingpegsontherearsection. Seefigure14.