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OBSTACLES

 

Always approach obstacles slowly and ensure that such obstacles can be safely maneuvered upon.  

See Figures 1a and 1b below for correct curb approach. 

 

PROHIBITED!  Never attempt to climb or descend an obstacle that is higher 

than one inch. 

 

PROHIBITED!  Never attempt to maneuver your power

 

chair backwards 

down any stair, curb, or other obstacle. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figures 1a   

 

 

1b 

 

 

DRIVING ON INCLINES/DECLINES

 

The following are tips that should be followed when approaching, climbing, or descending 

inclines/declines in grade and/or ramps.  See Figure 2 below for the maximum safe slope. 

 

o

 

Approach inclines/declines with caution. 

o

 

Always avoid sudden stops on inclines or declines, but if you 

do stop,

 

accelerate slowly

             when starting up again

.

 

  

 

o

 

When driving down an incline/ramp always set the powerchair’s speed control to the 

      

 

slowest setting to ensure control of the chair. 

  

 

o

 

Lean slightly forward when ascending an incline and lean slight

ly

 to the rear when 

       

descending a decline. 

 

WARNING!  Never attempt to climb or descend a ramp that is wet, frozen, 

or includes unstable surfaces. 

 

WARNING!  Never climb an incline at an angle.  Drive the power chair 

straight up the incline. 

 

WARNING!  Even though your Zip

'

r Mantis is capable of climbing slopes 

greater than those described in Figure 2

,

 

do not under any circumstance 

exceed the guidelines presented in this manual.

 

 

           WARNING:  8° maximum 

in

cline and 

9

° maximum decline. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

 

Figure 2 

 

SAFETY continued 

 

 

 

 

 

8° 9°

Summary of Contents for Mantis PC

Page 1: ...Mantis PC OWNER S MANUAL 800 760 9107 www zipr com...

Page 2: ...cause personal injury product damage or malfunction Other safety symbols Read and follow the information in the owner s manual Potential electrical hazard exists Potential explosive condition exists C...

Page 3: ...POWER CHAIR OPERATIONS Pg 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Pg 19 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Pg 22 WARRANTY Pg 23 Zip r Mobility LLC 800 760 9107 www zipr com My Authorized Dealer __________________________________...

Page 4: ...d and follow all instructions and warnings outlined in this manual before attempting to operate your Zip r Mantis DELIVERY ACCEPTANCE AND PURCHASER S AGREEMENT By accepting delivery of this Zip r Mant...

Page 5: ...ing activities that differ from those described in this manual but warnings and cautions given in this manual MUST be followed Operations techniques used in this manual are a starting point for the ne...

Page 6: ...ts that have not been authorized by Zip r Mobility MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY The Zipr Mantis is rated for a maximum weight capacity of 300 lbs MANDATORY Do not exceed the weight capacity of your Zip r M...

Page 7: ...ith caution o Always avoid sudden stops on inclines or declines but if you do stop accelerate slowly when starting up again o When driving down an incline ramp always set the powerchair s speed contro...

Page 8: ...can have an adverse affect on the electrical system and upholstery of the power chair Always store your power chair in a dry and temperate facility PROHIBITED Never sit on your power chair when it is...

Page 9: ...been tested and has an immunity resistance to EMI rated at 20 V m The higher the immunity level the greater the protection against EMI SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following are some precautions you can tak...

Page 10: ...y and the base assembly The seat assembly is comprised of the seat armrests and joystick controller The base assembly is comprised of the two right angle motors brake assemblies batteries wheels and s...

Page 11: ...ever disengage the freewheel levers while parked on an incline or decline as the power chair brakes become released in this mode and the chair could roll on its own Drive Engaged Drive Disengaged Figu...

Page 12: ...EARANCE 2 inch 5 08 cm MAXIMUM SLOPE 8 incline 9 decline TURNING RADIUS 22 4 inch 56 9 cm OVERALL HEIGHT 49 3 51 3 inch Standard version 49 54 1 inch SE version OVERALL LENGTH 42 3 inch 107 4 cm OVERA...

Page 13: ...www zipr com Page 13 Figure 7a Figure 7b YOUR ZIP R MANTIS continued Length 42 29 1074 2 mm 35 24 895 mm 3 52 5 57 89 5mm 141 5mm Width 26 18 665 mm 2 50 8mm 2 89 73 5mm 3 13 79 5mm 22 4 569mm...

Page 14: ...Care and Maintenance Figure 12 on page 21 2 Slide seat into the power base seat post See Figure 8 below 3 Insert each armrest into seat frame choose width and tighten the adjustment knobs 4 Insert co...

Page 15: ...rt is possible and serious injury or damage to the power chair may occur CHARGING The Zip r Mantis battery charger is essential in providing a long life for the power chair batteries The power chair o...

Page 16: ...reen Fully charged Figure 9 Figure 10 Initial Battery Usage When your batteries arrive they will require additional charging Your batteries will reach peak charging capacity after approximately four o...

Page 17: ...er chair s motors Do not use the on off button to stop the power chair unless there is an emergency If you do you may shorten the life of the power chair drive components The battery gauge shows you t...

Page 18: ...ck from the center position the faster the power chair will move When you release the joystick the brakes are automatically applied If the power chair is fitted with actuators the joystick can also be...

Page 19: ...ty feature built into the controller that helps prevent damage to electrical components Extremely cold temperatures may freeze the batteries Store your power chair in a clean and dry environment When...

Page 20: ...placing Batteries 1 Turn off power to the controller 2 Make sure the power chair is in drive mode 3 Remove the rear shroud 4 Disconnect the rear battery harness from the power base connection see Figu...

Page 21: ...www zipr com Page 21 Figure 12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE continued CORRECT CONNECTION MIDDLE SHROUD INCORRECT CONNECTION FRONT SHROUD REAR BATTERY FRONT BATTERY...

Page 22: ...ction Check the left motor connection 3 The left motor has a short circuit to a battery connection Contact an authorized Zip r Provider 4 The right motor has a bad connection Check the right motor con...

Page 23: ...shipping components and or full products for repair or replacement such costs are the responsibility of the purchaser FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For five 5 years from the date of purchase Zip r Mobili...

Page 24: ...without prior written authorization from Zip r Mobility LLC IMPLIED WARRANTIES Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from...

Page 25: ...www zipr com Page 25 NOTES...

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