PaceSaver Scout RF, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... READ this entire Owner s Manual BEFORE you operate your new power wheelchair Set Your Own Pace Owner s Manual Must Be Given to User PaceSaver Boss 4 5 Scout RF For Tilt Scout RF P3 RF P4 PN 82405 Revised 0412 B45P34OM0412 indd ScoutTM ...

Page 2: ...u from falling forward TO ADJUST FRONT ANTI TIP WHEEL HEIGHT Turn thumbscrews clockwise to maximum height position Then lower wheel arm by turning thrmbscrews conterclockwise Count the number of turns as you lower each side to have equal wheel height on both sides Remember the lower the anti tip wheel the better the front stability when stopping as you go down an incline ...

Page 3: ...ower Wheelchair 12 Operating the Power Wheelchair 13 Controller Instructions 16 Your First Ride 17 The Power Wheelchair Braking Systems 18 Brake Disengage Mechanism 18 Seat Assembly Operation 20 Disassembly Assembly 21 The Wheelchair Batteries 22 Charging Your Batteries 26 General Care Diagnostic Maintenance Section 30 Diagnostics Faults 32 Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers 33 Warranty...

Page 4: ...so was not designed for the severely handicapped individual who should not be in a power wheelchair You must have good stability motor control and above all else good common sense to use our wheelchair or any other brand If you feel that you cannot safely operate this vehicle at all times you should not use this power wheelchair Important Please readtheentiremanualcarefullybefore attempting todriv...

Page 5: ...ement or on rough soft or uneven surfaces due to risk of tipping and injury Refer to the maximum incline rating on the specification chart Do not exceed the incline specifications for your power wheelchair or it will become unstable and tipping will result Persons with limited ability to protect themselves like persons paralyzed on one side should use protective equipment such as bicycle headgear ...

Page 6: ...ing will be impaired and accidents may result Do not drink alcohol or use any other stimulants while operating this or any other vehicle The following are important things to help you drive the power wheelchair in the safest possible manner Please take note of each and every one WARNING DO NOT engage in the following activities with your power wheelchair or serious personal injury may result DO NO...

Page 7: ...n the event of an accident if they are not in the provided automotive seat and restraint system The following attachment points are provided for the sole purpose of securing the mobility device without the rider The power wheelchair and batteries MUST be inde pendently and properly restrained or stored in a separate compartment so as to prevent it from causing injury in an accident CONVENIENT TIE ...

Page 8: ... them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees DO NOT lean over the top of the seat back to reach objects from behind as this may cause the power wheelchair to tip over or cause you to fall out DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the power wheelchair may tip over DO NOT tilt the power wheelchair without assistance DO NOT use an escalat...

Page 9: ...wheels for entry and exit will result in the chair tipping forward when you stand on the footplate which can cause you to fall and result in possible serious injury Warning As with any power wheelchair part should the anti tip assembly become damaged discontinue use immediately and contact your dealer for service Warning Always keep anti tip wheels at the same height from floor to prevent tipping ...

Page 10: ... common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation and maintenance of the wheelchair It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers Use this information only as a basic guide The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have been used successfully my many Indivi...

Page 11: ...G TO FROM OTHER SEATS WARNING ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power OFF and engage the motor locks clutches to prevent the wheels from moving BEFORE attempting to transfer in or out of the wheelchair Also make sure every precaution is taken to reduce the gap distance Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to prop erly transfer yourself CAUTION When transferring posit...

Page 12: ...ry If you are unable to follow this instruction consult your dealer for alternatives Persons having disabilities which limit their ability to remain erect without assistance stroke patients severe muscular diseases etc should carefully evaluate whether they should operate a wheelchair at all If they decide with the advise of their physician or another advisor that they are capable of safely operat...

Page 13: ...5 mph Max 19 5 25 miles 21 5 3 2 5 9o 300 lb rider 12o 300 lb rider Solid Pneumatic 50 psi Solid 450 lbs non Power seat 400lbs 425 lbs with tilt or power seat Scout RF Specifications 18 24 18 21 19 50 22 50 15 50 19 50 25 36 39 40 5 111 lbs 14 lbs 45 lbs 170 lbs 39 lbs ea group 22 248 lbs Group 22 5 mph Max 19 5 25 miles 21 5 3 2 5 9o 450 lb rider 12o 300 lb rider Solid Pneumatic 50 psi Solid 300 ...

Page 14: ...e Warning Always keep anti tip wheels at the same height from floor to prevent tipping to side 3 Position yourself squarely in front of the seat and lower yourself into the seat using the armrests if nec essary Never use the control housing or joystick as a support while getting on and off the wheelchair 4 Lower the footrest and place your feet securely on the footrest 5 Buckle the safety belt aro...

Page 15: ...layed refer to the SHARK Display Information Chart Release the joystick back to neutral and the fault will disappear OONAPU Out Of Neutral At Power Up is a feature that prevents SHARK for driving if the joystick is out of neutral when SHARK is turned on or an inhibit condition removed This feature prevents sudden and unexpected powerchair movements Press the Power button again to turn the power of...

Page 16: ...toggle between the VSP and 5 Speed Modes by holding down both the Increase Speed and Decrease Speed But tons for approximately 2 seconds while the unit is powered up The control unit will beep when the mode has been changed Operating the Power Wheelchair 20 60 40 0 100 Top Speed 1 Top Speed 2 Top Speed 3 Top Speed 5 Top Speed 1 Typically 20 but programmable using the Lowest Forward Speed parameter...

Page 17: ...will come to a complete stop For faster stops in forward pull the joystick into reverse until the unit stops moving then release the joystick 5 HORN BUTTON Your unit also comes equipped with a built in horn activated by depressing the horn button PLEASE NOTE Should the joystick brake control system not stop the unit turning the power switch off will engage all brakes and stop the unit abruptly Thi...

Page 18: ...ir is all of those moves in between the four main directions Shown here are different directions for turning the wheelchair as you operate the vehicle but remember these moves may be anywhere in between it depends on the direction of travel required at the time The important thing to remember is that in the forward positions the joystick is like a pointer point and that is the direction you will g...

Page 19: ...Push the joystick backwards to thumb to go backward There is a significant reduction in speed in the reverse direction without any change in the Max SPEED setting Always make sure the area is clear behind you before backing up 10 Remember to turn the power button OFF no visible lights when not driving or getting on or off the wheelchair Speed controller characteristics are pre set for the average ...

Page 20: ...tion as when coming to a complete stop This braking works until the Posi Lock Electric brake is activated 3 Posi Lock Electric Braking Disk is activated with delay when all power is stopped to the motor This electric brake has a short delay and ultimately holds the power wheelchair at a complete stop The wheelchair cannot be moved when this brake is activated Dynamic Braking works in conjunction w...

Page 21: ...s active Moving the joystick forward will lower the seat Pulling back on the joystick will raise the seat The speed is proportional and can be adjusted by how far you have moved the joystick Once you have finished adjusting the powered accessories you may leave the accessory power mode and return to drive mode by pressing and releasing the mode switch until both of the small mode switch lights are...

Page 22: ... their position in order to correctly replace them 4 The seat height post will now move up and down 5 Position the seat height to new desired position 6 Replace the washers bolt and nut in their proper order Tighten until all play is eliminated 7 Replace the seat assembly and test the new height It is recommended that the seat assembly be positioned at the lowest comfortable seat height The power ...

Page 23: ...ort piece Place the seat assembly onto the four height adjustment posts Connect the control cable to the controller Follow the entry instructions elsewhere in this manual and go for a ride INFINITELY ADJUSTABLE ANTI TIP WHEELS The anti tip wheels are normally positioned approximately 1 2 off the floor for indoor use with a rider in the chair but may be adjusted in height Because Scout Explorer is ...

Page 24: ...ing 2 Use of the charger in a manner not recommended by the manufacturer may result in the risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury 3 To reduce the possibility of damage to the AC cord or the connector disconnect the AC line cord by grasping the plug and not the cord when disconnecting from either the unit or the wall receptacle 4 Locate cord so that it will not be stepped on tripped over ...

Page 25: ...l a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored tab on the adapter MUST be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box THE USE OFTEMPORARYADAPTERS IS ILLEGALIN CANADAAND SHOULD NOTBE USED HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN INSTALL A GROUNDED OUTLET BEFORE USING THIS CHARGER CAUTION Be certain the wall cord is disconnected from the ele...

Page 26: ...oose connections can keep the batteries from delivering full power Visually check the battery wire connections in the battery box periodically for looseness Always connect the red wire to the positive battery terminal Connect the black wire to the negative battery terminal 6 Batteries should never be subjected to freezing temperatures Discharged batteries can be quickly ruined in freezing conditio...

Page 27: ...analyzed Tips for increasing the range of the power wheelchair Reduce the weight carried on the wheelchair Inflate the tires to the recommended pressures Acclerate slowly by pushing gently on the throttle Set the speed control knob to about two thirds of maximum speed Travel around obstacles whenever possible Periodically check that all electrical connections are secure Tips for maximizing the bat...

Page 28: ... Ensure that the AC cord is disconnected from the supply receptacle 2 Connect the charger output connector to the wheelchair battery connector On the front of the SHARK joystick controller 3 Plug the AC line cord into a nearby outlet Turn on wall switch if used The yellow light will illuminate to indicate that AC power is present After several seconds the green light will flash to indicate that ch...

Page 29: ...will continue SHARK Information Gauge The SHARK Information Gauge located on the joystick console is the primary source of user feedback It displays every possible status that SHARK may have SHARK Power ON The battery Indicator displays the true state of battery charge including notification of when the battery desperately requires charging The true status is most accurate only while you are drivi...

Page 30: ...ARK is being brought out of Lock mode SHARK is in programming inhibit and or charging mode SHARK has detected an OUT OF Neutral At Power Up OONAPU con dition SHARK has de tected a fault Less LED s imply a reduced battery charge The batteries should be charged as soon as possible To unlock SHARK press the Horn button twice within 10 seconds The steady LED s in dicate the current state of battery ch...

Page 31: ...so could result in the joystick flopping backwards and striking the floor as you lower the seat resulting in dam age to the joystick 5 Remove plastic shroud from unit Be sure not to damage the controller cable 6 Disconnect the battery connectors 7 Remove batteries CAUTION Failure to unplug cable from back of joystick before tilting seat back may result in damage to the joystick and cable Top of Ca...

Page 32: ...r dealer if any repairs adjustments or damaged part replacements are needed Routine Maintenance Daily Charge the batteries if required as described in the Charging the power wheelchair Batteries section of this manual Weekly Check the tire pressure for proper inflation see the proper specifications for the wheelchair you own Clean the power wheelchair using a damp cloth with a mild soap Use a mini...

Page 33: ...the button when it is set in the correct operating position Also check to see that all of the wires are securely attached to the box 4 Check the joystick console plug located at the rear of the seat for proper connection 5 Check the battery plugs for proper connections 6 Check the BATTERY indicator for discharged batter ies 7 Turn the power switch OFF and then back ON a second time 8 If the wheelc...

Page 34: ... A and B labels on the motor connector and on the Shark power module to identify which side of the motor might be causing a problem When checking connections make sure that all of the pins with wires connected in the plugs are pushed all of the way in 1 User Fault Possible stall timeout or user error Release the joystick to neutral and try again 2 Battery Fault Check the batteries and cabling Try ...

Page 35: ... them in a fully charged condition in a cool place Then periodically every 1 2 months charge to keep the batteries in this full charge condition Do not store in cold or freezing temperatures Batteries should never be subjected to freezing temperatures Undercharged batteries can be ruined quickly in freezing conditions Can a regular liquid lead acid battery be used like in a car No A DEEP CYCLE bat...

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Page 37: ...ces of relatively intense electromagnetic fields in the everyday environment Some of these sources are obvious and easy to avoid Others are not apparent and exposure is unavoidable However we believe that by following the warnings listed below your risk to EMI will be minimized The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three types 1 Hand held portable transceivers transmitters rec...

Page 38: ...ry 1 Do not operate hand held transceivers transmitters receivers such as citizens band CB radios or turn ON personal communications devices such as cellular phones while the powered wheelchair is turned ON 2 Be aware of nearby transmitters such as radio or TV stations and try to avoid coming close to them 3 If unintended movement or brake release occurs turn the powered wheelchair OFF as soon as ...

Page 39: ...our warranty The customer is responsible for all freight charges if the power wheelchair is shipped to the factory Failure to properly service the power wheelchair at the intervals prescribed by the owners manual abuse or faulty service may void this limited warranty and can result in charges for parts and service All rights under this limited warranty must be exercised within 20 days after the en...

Page 40: ...returned to Leisure Lift Dear Friend Thank you so much for your purchase of a PaceSaver Scout power wheelchair We value your trust in us and we will do everything we can to keep you happy You re in a special group now Thousands of people before you have trusted Leisure Lift to provide them with the highest quality mobility products avail able They and you have made PaceSaver the most valuable powe...