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SmartDrive

  User’s Manual         

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Intended Use of the SmartDrive

The Max Mobility SmartDrive Wheelchair Power Assist device is exclusively intended to provide power assist to manual 

wheelchairs, empowering disabled persons, including pediatrics, capable of operating a powered and manual wheelchair by 

providing a means of enhanced mobility. It is also strongly recommended that it be used on manual wheelchairs that meet the 

“Wheelchair Compatibility” dimensions outlined in the 

Specification Sheet

 on Page I of this manual.

Must Read Prior-to-Use Information

Improper use of the SmartDrive or the wheelchair it is attached, depending on surface, weather, and traffic conditions, can 

present a potential of injury and cause damage to the wheelchair or SmartDrive. Therefore, the SmartDrive must only be 

handled and used under the following prerequisites:

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The user is both physically and mentally capable of operating the wheelchair and device in all possible conditions    

 

and situations. 

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Proper instruction on its handling and operation has been received by reading and understanding this user’s manual   

 

in its entirety.

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No technical modifications have been made to the device.

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The user must take time to become accustom to the SmartDrive’s response and performance by first  

 

 

 

practicing its operation in a safe area that is free from hazards.  One should become familiar with the push recogni- 

 

tion, braking response, acceleration/top speed, etc. of the device before venturing out with the device, where poten- 

 

tially hazardous situations may exist. It is strongly recommended that the user not attempt to use the SmartDrive  

 

outdoors until it can be safely operated indoors without difficulty.

If any issues or malfunctions exist, cease the use of the SmartDrive and contact Max Mobility for service/further instruction. 

Any contrary use to the directions of this user’s manual, to the recommendations of one’s mobility equipment dealer, or to 

the technical limitations defined by either Max Mobility and one’s wheelchair manufacturer is considered to be misuse of the 

SmartDrive. Max Mobility is not responsible for any injuries or damage caused by this type of misuse.

Warnings and Safety Precautions

 

All warnings and safety precautions issued by one’s wheelchair manufacturer must be heeded in addition to 

 

              those stated in this manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

Handling or use of the SmartDrive by anyone who 

has not received proper instruction from this manual 

1.  Introduction

function and ability.
The specifications provided by one’s wheelchair manu-

facturer may be slightly affected by the addition of the 

SmartDrive.
Do not take a SmartDrive attached wheelchair on an esca-

lator or moving walkway. Serious bodily injury may occur.
Do not lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach 

objects from behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip 

over.
The center of balance of a wheelchair may be affected by the 

to this new feeling.

attachment of a SmartDrive.

may result in serious injury or death.
The SmartDrive is for single person use only. Do not use or 

operate on a wheelchair that is being pushed by an atten-

dant.
One MUST familiarize themselves with the response and 

performance of the SmartDrive prior to regular use.  Do 

not attempt to use outdoors until it can be safely    

operated indoors without colliding into walls or any other 

objects.
The addition of the SmartDrive to one’s wheelchair may 

cause it to feel different. Take the time to become accustom 

Methods for safe use of a SmartDrive attached 

wheelchair are different for each user depending on 

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Summary of Contents for smartdrive mx1+

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Page 3: ...rive Unit Model SD1 0 Overall length 14 3 in Overall width 5 5 in Overall height 9 5 in Weight 11 lbs Omni wheel diameter 7 6 in Omni wheel width 2 8 in Battery Unit Model SB1 0 Battery type Lithium I...

Page 4: ...et Up 5 Adaptive Clamp Mounting 5 Button Mounting 6 Drive Unit Attachment and Removal 7 Battery Unit Clipping 8 3 Operating the SmartDrive 10 Power Assist ON OFF 10 Switching Between States 10 Power A...

Page 5: ...exist cease the use of the SmartDrive and contact Max Mobility for service further instruction Any contrary use to the directions of this user s manual to the recommendations of one s mobility equipm...

Page 6: ...to the SmartDrive will void the may tip over backwards or sideways Do not tip or wheel your wheelchair without assistance unless you are highly skilled Using Anti Tippers substantially reduces your ri...

Page 7: ...in close vicinity to sources of radio waves There are three categories that EMI sources fall under 1 Long Range Transceivers These are sources of strong radio waves including commercial radio and TV b...

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Page 9: ...positioned midway between the two rear wheels of the wheelchair on the axle receiving tube The two 2 screws should be tightened to 4 ft lbs fix ing it in this position and orientation Failure to do t...

Page 10: ...hair The plug cable should hang over the left front side of the seat as shown below 2 Use the provided velcro strips to strap down the but ton cables to the upholstery running the right button cable a...

Page 11: ...t will be angled slightly higher than horizontal Lower the receiving end of the drive unit over the extrusions of the clamp 2 Rotate the unit downward to pivotally attach the drive unit to the clamp a...

Page 12: ...t tery housing With the Button plug wire to the side slide the unit back until the front surface of the upholstered seat is making contact with the handle 3 Slide the battery back as far back as possi...

Page 13: ...de The connector will automatically lock into the plug when it is fully pushed in Use extreme caution when attempting to plug or unplug the connector while seated in the wheelchair This presents a ser...

Page 14: ...d Outdoor Mode This second mode is ideal for special times when easy power activation is needed such as on inclines and thick carpet and when environmental conditions are more diverse Switc ing betwee...

Page 15: ...or is powering at the lower speed by performing another harder push This Easy Start activation in Outdoor Mode is especially useful when on a steep hill incline ramp etc where it might be dif ficult t...

Page 16: ...significantly longer cycle life and faster charging rate than standard lithium ion cells The green LED on the top of the buttons is used to indicate the battery charge level In any mode or state with...

Page 17: ...nty Max Mobility offers a 2 year warranty against manufacturing defects Max Mobility s obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or providing replacement of part s which are found t...

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