Pride Mobility Jazzy Select 14, Jazzy Select 14XL manual Modifications, Pre-Ride Safety Check

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I I . S A F E T Y

SAFETY

MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual.

Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is capable of making such a decision, and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.).

The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the power chair to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorized Pride Provider in the instruction process for the use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user will need to practice operating the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.

As you begin using your power chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through door- ways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating the power chair safely.

Modifications

Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and utility.A wide range of accessories is available from your authorized Pride Provider to further customize your power chair to better suit your needs and/or preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your power chair.

WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Do not use accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.

Pre-Ride Safety Check

Get to know the feel of your power chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your power chair operates smoothly and safely.

Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair:

!Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.

!Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.

!Check all controller connections to the power base. Make sure they are secured properly.

!Check the brakes. See VII. “Care and Maintenance.”

!Check battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”

NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance.

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Contents Jazzy Select Quick Reference Information F E T Y G U I D E L I N E SIII N T E N T SN T R O D U C T I O N SafetyPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryPride Owners Club S a F E T Y Product Safety SymbolsS a F E T Y S a F E T Y Modifications Pre-Ride Safety CheckWeight Limitations Tire InflationIncline Information Braking Information Freewheel ModeCornering Information Public Streets and RoadwaysInclement Weather Precautions Outdoor Driving SurfacesStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Doors Stairs and EscalatorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsBatteries Transfers Prescription Drugs/Physical LimitationsAlcohol/Smoking Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Jazzy Select 14 Series I . Y O U R P O W E R C H a I RSpecifications Jazzy Select 14 Series Electronic Components Electrical ComponentsTo engage or disengage the drive motors Manual Freewheel LeversA S S E M B L Y Initial AssemblyTo install the seat Seat InstallationSeat Height Adjustment Comfort AdjustmentsO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S To change the seat heightSeatback Angle Adjustment Manual Recline Seatback AdjustmentArmrest Width Adjustment Armrest Height AdjustmentController Position Foot Platform Height AdjustmentTo extend the controller To change the controller positionFoot Platform Angle Adjustment Swing-away FootrestsElevating Leg Rests To adjust the anti-tips Anti-Tip Wheel AdjustmentB a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N G Batteries and ChargingCharging the Batteries Battery Break-in To charge the batteries using the onboard chargerFrequently Asked Questions FAQs Can I use a different battery charger?How often must I charge the batteries? Why do my new batteries seem weak?Daily Use Infrequent UseHow should I store my power chair and its batteries? How can I ensure maximum battery life?What about public transportation? What about shipping?Should your power chair come in contact with water Care and MaintenanceTemperature I . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C EWeekly Checks Daily ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksCleaning and Disinfection Disposal of Your Power ChairWheel Replacement Yearly ChecksI . C a R E a N D Battery ReplacementBattery Installation When to See Your Authorized Pride Provider for Service Corrective MaintenanceTo replace the batteries I I . W a R R a N T Y Implied Warranties Service Checks and Warranty ServiceT E S T E S T E S Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory Quality Control Jazzy Select 14 Series