Travel Buggy VISTA User manual

Foldable Power Chair
by Travel Buggy
VISTA

TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTICES 3
SAFETY INFORMATION 4
BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION 5
SPECIFICATIONS 7
UNBOXING 9
UNFOLDING 10
FOLDING 11
SETUP 12
CONTROLLER 14
FREE WHEEL MODE 15
TRANSPORTING 16
BATTERY MAINTENANCE 18
CHARGING 20
MAINTENANCE,CARE,
TROUBLESHOOTING 22
LIMITED WARRANTY 23
CONTACT & SUPPORT 24
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CAUTION: Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
Improper use or maintenance can void the warranty. Keep this manual for future reference.

NOTICES
Thank you for choosing VISTA by Travel
Buggy, a convenient to use and foldable
power chair.
It is important to read through this manual
before operating your VISTA to become
familiar with its features as well as its
limitations and safety information
You will nd the operation and care of your
VISTA very simple and easy, but should you
have any questions please contact Travel
Buggy
OUR CUSTOMER HOTLINE
1.888.56.BUGGY (Canada)
1.855.56.BUGGY (USA)
EMAIL
[email protected]
DISCLAIMER:
The notes, warnings, and cautions contained within the manual and marked by
the triangular Caution Symbol should be given special care. Users should also
pay special attention to information marked in this manual beginning with NOTICE.
Travel Buggy, its afliates and partners cannot be held responsible for personal
injury or property damage resulting from the unsafe or improper operation or
maintenance of the VISTA Power Wheelchair.
As part of our ongoing product improvement initiative, Travel Buggy reserves the
right to change specications and design without notice. As a result, there may be
minor differences between your VISTA and the photos, illustrations and instructions
in this manual.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• DO make certain that the seat is
in a locked position when you are
operating your VISTA
• DO reduce your VISTA’s speed when
you are driving around a corner
• DO proceed with caution as you
approach the downgrade of a ramp
or other incline and when driving
near a raised surface or unprotected
ledges and drop offs (curbs, porches,
stairs, etc.)
• DO avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice,
salt, or standing water whenever
possible
• DO maintain and store in a clean
and dry condition
• DO keep your hands away from the
tires when driving. Be aware that
loose tting clothing can become
caught in drive tires
• DO keep tools and other metal
objects away from battery terminals.
Contact with tools can cause
electrical shock
• DO follow the recommended weight
capacity (330 lbs / 150 kg)
• DO follow the recommended incline
slope rating (12 degrees / 20% slope)
• DO check the battery charge to
ensure there is enough charge to get
to your destination before using.
• DO ensure your VISTA’s power is OFF
when entering and exiting the power
wheelchair
• DO NOT drive your VISTA across the
side of a hill or diagonally up or down
a hill, and do not stop (if possible)
while driving up or down an incline
• DO NOT operate your new VISTA for
the rst time without completely
reading and understanding the
owner’s manual
• DO NOT carry additional passengers
on your VISTA
• DO NOT use your VISTA as a seat in a
moving vehicle
• DO NOT allow unsupervised children
to play near the power wheelchair
• DO NOT operate your VISTA while
under the inuence of alcohol, as
this may impair your ability to drive
safely
• DO NOT sit in the VISTA while in a
moving vehicle, an accident or
sudden stop may cause you to be
thrown from the power wheelchair
• ALL servicing must be performed
by qualied personnel only.
Unauthorized modications to power
wheelchair, its power system or its
control system may compromise
the performance and safety of the
system. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
should you attempt any repair or
service that is not covered in this
manual.
• ALWAYS ensure all safety warning
labels are in place and legible.
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WARNING: The operator should read all of the warnings signs and instructions here and on the power wheelchair
before use.
WARNING: Always protect battery from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen battery. This will damage
the battery and may cause personal injury. Attempting to charge a battery in freezing conditions does not prevent a
battery from freezing.
WARNING: You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difcult
for trafc to see you when you are seated on your power wheelchair. Obey all local pedestrian trafc rules. Wait until
your path is clear of trafc, and then proceed with extreme caution.

BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
WHEN USING THE BATTERY
1. Lithium-ion battery packs may get
hot, explode or ignite and cause
serious injury if exposed to abuse
conditions. Be sure to follow the
safety warnings listed below:
• DO NOT place the battery near
re or heat the battery
• DO NOT install the battery
backwards so the polarity is
reversed
• DO NOT connect the positive and
negative terminal of the battery
to each other with any metal
object (such as a wire)
• DO NOT carry or store the battery
together with necklaces, hairpins,
or other metal objects
• DO NOT pierce the battery with
nails strike the battery with a
hammer, step on the battery or
otherwise subject it to strong
impacts or shocks
• DO NO solder directly onto the
battery
• DO NOT expose battery to water
or salt water, or allow the battery
to get wet
2. DO NOT disassemble or modify the
battery. The battery contains safety
and protection devices, which if
damaged, may cause the battery to
generate heat, explode or ignite
3. DO NOT place the battery in or
near re, on stoves or other high
temperature locations. Do not place
the battery in direct sunlight, or use
or store battery inside cars in hot
weather. Doing so may cause the
battery to generate heat, explode
or ignite. Using the battery in this
manner may also result in a loss of
performance and a shortened life
expectancy.
4. If the device is to be used by children,
the caregiver should explain the
contents of this document to the
children and provide adequate
supervision to ensure the device is
being used appropriately
5. When the battery is worn out, insulate
the terminals with adhesive tape or
similar materials before disposal
6. Immediately discontinue use of the
battery if, while using, charging or
storing the battery, the battery emits
an unusual smell, feels hot, changes
color, or shape, or appears abnormal
in any way. Contact Travel Buggy if
any of these problems are observed
7. DO NOT place battery in microwave
over, high pressure containers or on
induction cookware
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BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
CHARGING PRECAUTIONS
1. BE SURE to follow the warnings listed
below while charging the battery.
Failure to do so may cause the
battery to become hot, explode or
ignite and cause serious injury.
• When charging the battery,
ONLY USE THE SPECIFIED CHARGER
PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCT
• DO NOT attach the battery to a
power supply plug or directly to a
car’s cigarette lighter
• DO NOT place the battery in or
near re, or in direct sunlight.
Heating the battery can damage
the safety circuitry, which can
cause additional heating, rupture
or ignition of the battery
2. DO NOT continue charging the
battery if it does not recharge in the
timelines specied in the operating
manual
3. THE TEMPERATURE range over which
a battery can be charged is 0°C to
45°C (32°F to 113°F). Charging the
battery at temperatures outside
of that range may cause severe
damage to the battery or reduce
battery life expectancy
WHEN DISCHARGING THE
BATTERY
1. DO NOT discharge the battery using
any other device except for the
specied device. When the battery
is used in devices other than the
specied device, it may damage the
battery or reduce its life expectancy.
If the device causes abnormal
current ow, it may cause the
battery to become hot, explode or
ignite and cause serious injury.
2. THE TEMPERATURE range over which
the battery can be discharged
is -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F).
Use of the battery outside this
temperature range may damage
the performance of the battery or
may reduce its life expectancy.
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FLIP UP ARMREST
WITH CURVED PAD
SPECIFICATIONS
OVERALL HEIGHT 39”
OVERALL LENGTH 43” OVERALL WIDTH 24”
BACK REST 19” FLOOR TO SEAT 20”
SEAT DEPTH 17.5”
SEATING WIDTH 19”
BRUSHLESS
CONTROLLER
FOLDABLE
LEG REST
LITHIUM-ION
BATTERY
8” FRONT
WHEEL
SHAPED
CUSHION SUSPENSION
SYSTEM
BASE BAR
HAND GRIP
STORAGE
POCKET
FOLDING
MECHANISM
12” BACK
WHEEL
ANTI-TIP
WHEELS
BRUSHLESS
MOTOR
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
DRIVING RANGE: 11.5 MI / 18.5 KM
MAXIMUM SPEED: 4.5 MPH / 7 KPH
DRIVE SYSTEM: TWO MOTOR DRIVE
SYSTEM
MOTOR TYPE: 180 WATT BRUSHLESS
INCLINE CAPABILITY: 12° / 21.3%
TURNING RADIUS: 33”
STOPPING DISTANCE:
5 FT (AT FULL SPEED)
OBSTACLE CLEARANCE: 2”
BRAKING SYSTEM: ELECTROMAGNETIC
MAX WEIGHT CAPACITY: 300 LBS
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
UNFOLDED DIMENSIONS:
43”L X 24”W X 38.5”H
CHAIR GROSS WEIGHT: 55 LBS
CHAIR NET WEIGHT:
50 LBS (NO BATTERY)
SEAT CUSHION SIZE: 17.5” (W) X 17” (D)
FOLDED DIMENSIONS:
31.5”L X 24”W X 13”H
SEATING WIDTH:
STANDARD 19”, OPTIONAL 21.5”
FRONT WHEEL DIAMETER: 8”
REAR WHEEL DIAMETER: 12”
FLOOR TO SEAT HEIGHT: 20”
BACK SUPPORT HEIGHT: 19”
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY TYPE:
LITHIUM-ION (24V X 11AH)
BATTERY PROVIDED: ONE (1)
BATTERY WATT HOUR:
264 WH (AIRLINE APPROVED)
BATTERY CHARGE CYCLES: ~1000
TIRES: NON-PUNCTURE
CHARGING TIME: 4 TO 6 HOURS
CHARGER INPUT: 100-240V,
50/60HZ (INTERNATIONAL)
CHARGER OUTPUT: 29.4V 2.0A
LAP BELT: PROVIDED
HORN: BUILT-IN
SPECIFICATIONS
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UNBOXING
• Open the top of the box as received
and remove the foam lid inside the
package
• To remove the power chair,
orientate the box such that when
it is laid down on the ground the
padded bar is at the top and the
footplate is at the bottom
• Grab the padded bar at the top and
begin to pull your Travel Buggy out
horizontally parallel with the ground.
BOTTOM
TOP
• Locate the components provided with your power wheelchair
BATTERY CHARGER
JOYSTICK CONTROLLER LITHIUM BATTERY
LAP BELT PIG TAIL
TOOLS
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NOTICE: Lithium battery will be charged and may already be installed when it arrives.

• Lay VISTA on a at on the ground as
illustrated above
• Hold the handle and pull up the chair
while pressing the edge of the seat
to open similar to a lawn chair.
UNFOLDING
• Continue to unfold the power chair
until it is in fully expanded seating
position.
• Press down on the lock mechanism
to secure the seat back into position.
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NOTICE: Failure to utilize the seat back lock may result in injury while driving.

FOLDING
• Pull up the seat back lock
mechanism to release the chair for
folding
• Pressing down on the top of the
seat back, begin folding the power
chair towards the ground
• Fold the footrest into the power
chair before continuing the folding
process
• The power chair is now completely
folded. VISTA can also be folded on
to its rear wheels and stands on its
own for greater convenience.
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SETUP
• Locate the joystick controller.
• Slide the joystick controller into the arm rest tube (image 1). The length of the joystick
controller can be adjusted for comfort before or after secured
• Secure the latch once the joystick is inserted to the desired length (image 2)
• Align the arrows of the joystick connection cables and press them together to plug the
joystick controller in (image 3)
• Rotate the coupling over the connection point to secure the connection point (image 4)
• Locate the red connection points at the rear of the chair and connect the points to-
gether as shown in image 4
• This connection will connect the battery power to the control system
• Adjust the footrest to the desired length by pressing down on the center button as shown
in image 5
• Pull the footrest into one of three locking positions (image 6)
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NOTICE: Make sure the battery is connected to the system or the chair will not work (image 4)

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SETUP
• Before sitting in the Power Chair, be sure the power
button is OFF and the rear brake levers are in the
DOWN (locked) position
• VISTA offers the user 2 optional entry alternatives,
direct front entry or side entry
• If you prefer a front entry, we recommend ipping up
the foot plate to create an easier sitting experience
• DO NOT step on the footplate when entering or
exiting the VISTA as it may cause the power chair to
move in an unsafe manner
• Joystick can be positioned on left or right arm rest
• To change joystick position, rst remove the joystick
by performing the opposite sequence of the steps
above
• Move the power cable to the opposite side and
re-fasten with plastic ties, be sure the cable is not
interfering with the folding or movement of the
Power Chair
• Connect the joystick
LEFT JOYSTICK
RIGHT JOYSTICK
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To enter on the side
press down on arm
release button as shown
in image 1. Raise arm rest
back and away. When
seated, lower arm rest
back into position and
ensure it is locked.
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Press the RED button to
turn ON/OFF the power
chair
There are a total of 5 battery
power indicator lights:
1 Green, 3 Yellow and 1
Red. From right to left the
lights will disappear as the
battery drains indicating
the amount of charge
remaining. Recharge at any
point before the last Red
light disappears, indicating
a fully depleted battery.
CONTROLLER
• VISTA Power Chair has an easy to use 360 degree joystick controller featuring multiple
speeds and a battery life indicator
• Take some time in a safe, controlled environment to learn the operation of the
controller, the speed and the maneuverability of the VISTA
• Be sure to adjust the speed depending on your environment and while turning
• To slow down, slowly bring the joystick back toward the initial position.
• To stop, just bring the joystick back to the initial position
• Use extra care when you drive the VISTA in reverse
Press the PLUS + button
to increase the speed
1-Light On 0.5 MPH
2-Lights On 1 MPH
3-Lights On 2 MPH
4-Lights On 3 MPH
All 5-Lights On 4 MPH
Press the MINUS -
button to decrease the
speed
INCREASE SPEED
SPEED CONTROL LIMITS
Speed Control
5-Speed
Control Lights
Battery Indicator
Lights
Power ON/OFF
DECREASE SPEED
POWER ON/OFF
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FREE WHEEL MODE
• In order to have a care giver push
the VISTA, it must be put in Free
Wheel mode
• This mode disengages the drive
mechanism to the wheels, making
them free to push manually
• To put the VISTA in Free Wheel Mode,
come to a full stop and turn OFF the
power on the controller.
• Push UP on the two black levers
located on each rear wheel as
shown
• To re-engage the chair for POWER
mode, press the levers down.
FREE WHEEL/ MANUAL
MODE (UP)
LOCKED/ POWER
MODE (DOWN)
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NOTICE: If the chair beeps and won't move, there is a good chance the motors remain in FREE WHEEL mode. Refer to the
TROUBLE SHOOTING section for more details.

TRANSPORTING
• Turn OFF your VISTA power wheelchair
• Unlock the frame latch (1) while simultaneously beginning the folding process
• Continue the folding process by holding one hand beneath the seat frame and another
on the top bar (2), similar to a lawn chair
• Once folded, the power chair can balance on its rear wheels (3)
• VISTA can be pulled utilizing the top of the seat bar and rolling on the anti-tip wheels as
shown in image 4
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TRANSPORTING
• To load the VISTA power chair into
the back of a vehicle for transport we
recommend utilizing the back of the
vehicle as leverage
• Position the power chair against the
car as indicated in Image 1 (Note:
we recommend a blanket to reduce
scratching of the vehicle)
• Grasp the rear wheels (Image 2)
• Lift against the back of the vehicle,
leveraging the power wheelchair into
the trunk of the vehicle (Image 3)
• Push the VISTA into the desired position
within the vehicle (Image 4)
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WARNING: Never transport the VISTA in a tie down system, as the VISTA is not compatible with them. Never sit in the
VISTA and be transported in a moving vehicle. Do not place the folded VISTA in the front seat with the driver where it
could move or slide.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery
require routine maintenance and care
in their use and handling. Read and
follow the guidelines in this document
to safely use Lithium-Ion battery and
achieve the maximum battery life span.
OVERVIEW
Do not leave battery unused for
extended periods of time, either in the
product or in storage. When a battery
has been unused for 6 months, check
the charge status and charge or
dispose of the battery as appropriate.
The typical estimated life of a Lithium-
Ion battery is about three years or ~1000
charge cycles, whichever occurs rst.
One charge cycle is a period of use
from fully charged, to fully discharged,
and fully recharged again. Use a three-
year life expectancy for battery that
do not run through complete charge
cycles.
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery have
a limited life and will gradually lose their
capacity to hold a charge. This loss of
capacity (aging) is irreversible. As the
battery loses capacity, the length of
time it will power the product (run time)
decreases.
Lithium-Ion battery continue to slowly
discharge (self-discharge) when not in
use or while in storage. Routinely check
the battery’s charge status.
Use only the provided battery(s) in your
product.
Use only the provided charger to
charge your battery(s).
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Observe and note the run time that a
new fully-charged battery provides for
powering your product. Use this new
battery run time as a basis to compare
run times for older battery. The run time
of your battery will vary depending on
the product’s conguration and the
applications that you run.
Routinely check the battery’s charge
status.
Carefully monitor battery that are
approaching the end of their estimated
life.
Consider replacing the battery with
a new one if you note either of the
following conditions:
• The battery run time drops below
about 80% of the original run time.
• The battery charge time increases
signicantly.
If a battery is stored or otherwise
unused for an extended period, be
sure to follow the storage instructions
in this document. If you do not follow
the instructions, and the battery has
no charge remaining when you check
it, consider it to be damaged. Do not
attempt to recharge it or to use it.
Replace it with a new battery.
CHARGING
Always follow the charging instructions
provided with your product. Refer to
your product’s user manual and/or
online help for detailed information
about charging its battery.
Use only the provided charger to
charge your battery.
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NOTE: When you troubleshoot battery issues for dual battery congurations, test one battery and one battery slot at a
time. A defective battery can prevent the battery in the opposite slot from charging, leaving you with two uncharged
battery.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
• Charge or discharge the battery
to approximately 50% of capacity
before storage.
• Charge the battery to
approximately 50% of capacity at
least once every six months.
• Remove the battery and store it
separately from the product.
• Store the battery at temperatures
between 5 °C and 20 °C (41 °F and
68 °F).
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
• Do not disassemble, crush, or
puncture a battery.
• Do not short the external contacts
on a battery.
• Do not expose a battery to re or
water.
• Do not expose a battery to
temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F).
• Keep the battery away from
children.
• Avoid exposing the battery to
excessive shock or vibration.
• Do not use a damaged battery.
• If a battery pack has leaking uids,
do not touch any uids.
• Dispose of a leaking battery pack
(see Disposal and Recycling in this
document).
• In case of eye contact with uid, do
not rub eyes. Immediately ush eyes
thoroughly with water for at least
15 minutes, lifting upper and lower
lids, until no evidence of the uid
remains. Seek medical attention.
• Immediately discontinue use of
the battery if, while using, charging
or storing the battery, the battery
emits an unusual smell, feels
hot, changes color, or shape, or
appears abnormal in any way.
Contact Travel Buggy if any of these
problems are observed
TRANSPORTATION
• Always check all applicable
local, national, and international
regulations before transporting a
Lithium-Ion battery.
• Transporting an end-of-life,
damaged, or recalled battery may,
in certain cases, be specically
limited or prohibited.
DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
• Lithium-Ion battery are subject to
disposal and recycling regulations
that vary by country and region.
Always check and follow your
applicable regulations before
disposing of any battery. Contact
Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation (www.rbrc.org) for U.S.A.
and Canada, or your local battery
recycling organization.
• Many countries prohibit the disposal
of waste electronic equipment in
standard waste receptacles.
• Place only discharged battery in
a battery collection container.
Use electrical tape or other
approved covering over the battery
connection points to prevent short
circuits.
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NOTE: The battery self-discharges during storage. Higher temperatures (above 20 °C or 68 °F) reduce the battery
storage life.

CHARGING
• THERE IS NO NEED TO CHARGE THE
Battery UPON ARRIVAL
• Your VISTA will arrive with fully
charged battery
ONBOARD CHARGING (PREFERRED
METHOD)
• Turn OFF the power to the VISTA
• Connect the charger (DC male) to
the controller port (DC female)
• Connect the input plug of charger
with your local power source
• Check on the charger brick that the
light is yellow (charging)
OFFBOARD CHARGING
• Turn OFF the power to the VISTA
• Disconnect and remove battery
from below power chair
• Connect the pigtail (DC female) to
the charger (DC male)
• Connect the charger/pigtail (XLR
male) to the battery charging port
(XLR female)
• Connect the input plug of charger
with your local power source.
• Please ensure the charger and
battery are on a at surface and
keep in a well ventilated area
• Ensure that the battery is
reconnected correctly prior to
driving
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, CHARGE LITHIUM-ION PROVIDED BATTERY ONLY WITH PROVIDED LITHIUM-ION
BATTERY CHARGER. Other types of chargers may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite potentially
causing personal injury or damage.
Offboard Charging
Onboard Charging
BATTERY
CHARGE PORT
(DC)
PHONE CHARGER
PORT (MICRO USB)