Pride Mobility 1143 manual Freewheel Mode, Braking Information, Cornering Information

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I I . S A F E T Y

WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power chair.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all handicap public access ramps are required to have a maximum slope of 5° (8.7%). Therefore, Pride recommends that the maximum slope of an incline you attempt to safely ascend or descend on your power 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 power chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip.

5

(8.7%)

Figure 1. Maximum Safe Slope (Ascending and Descending)

Freewheel Mode

Your power chair is equipped with two manual freewheel levers to allow for manual maneuverability by a trained attendant. For more information about how to place your power chair into and out of freewheel mode, see III. “Your Power Chair.”

WARNING! Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present.

WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode while seated on it. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.

WARNING! Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or decline. This could cause the chair to roll uncontrollably on its own.

Braking Information

Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems:

!Regenerative — uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the joystick returns to the center/stop position.

!Disc Park Brake — activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when power is removed from the system for any reason.

Cornering Information

While your power chair is equipped with caster wheels and anti-tip wheels, excessively high cornering speeds can still create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of tipping include, but are not limited to: cornering speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning), uneven road surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high speed while turning), and abrupt directional changes. High cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner, reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping.

WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of gravity. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall.

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Contents Jazzy 1143 Ultra F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Quick Reference InformationN T E N T S IIISafety N T R O D U C T I O NPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryPride Owners Club Product Safety Symbols S a F E T YS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y Pre-Ride Safety Check General GuidelinesModifications Weight Limitations Tire InflationIncline Information Freewheel Mode Braking InformationCornering Information Inclement Weather Precautions Public Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving SurfacesStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Stairs and Escalators DoorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsBatteries Transfers Prescription Drugs/Physical LimitationsAlcohol/Smoking Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I R Jazzy 1143 UltraJazzy 1143 Ultra Specifications Jazzy 1143 Ultra Power Base Electrical Components Main Circuit Breaker Manual Freewheel Levers To engage or disengage the drive motorsInitial Assembly A S S E M B L YSeat Installation To install the seatComfort Adjustments O M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T STo change the seat height Seatback Angle Adjustment Manual Recline Seatback AdjustmentArmrest Width Adjustment Seat PositionArmrest Angle Adjustment Controller PositionFoot Platform Height Adjustment Foot Platform Depth AdjustmentTo adjust the foot platform depth To raise or lower the foot platformFoot Platform Angle Adjustment To adjust the foot platform angleTo adjust the SFR length Swing-away FootrestsElevating Leg Rests Heavy Duty Drop-in Leg RestsPower Elevating Seat System Standard Multi-Axis Foot PlatesPower Elevating Seat Operation To operate the toggle switchTo use the swivel feature To adjust the anti-tip wheelsSeat Rotation Anti-Tip WheelsB a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Batteries and ChargingCharging the Batteries To charge the batteries using the onboard charger Battery Break-inFrequently Asked Questions FAQs Why do my new batteries seem weak? How can I ensure maximum battery life?How should I store my power chair and its batteries? What about public transportation?Care and Maintenance Should your power chair come in contact with waterTemperature I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C EDaily Checks Weekly ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksDisposal of Your Power Chair Cleaning and DisinfectionWheel Replacement StorageBattery Replacement To replace the batteries Power Elevating SeatBattery Installation When to See Your Authorized Pride Provider for Service Corrective Maintenance I I . W a R R a N T Y Reconditioned Units Warranty Warranty ExclusionsService Checks and Warranty Service Exclusions also include components with damage caused byT E S T E S T E S Quality Control Jazzy 1143 Ultra Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory
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