Table of Contents Page About the AZ-1 Portable Hand control 2 AZ-1 Features 2 Package Contents 3 Safety Information 4 Operator type and usage 5 Installation Instructions 5-7 Removing Instructions 7 Operation 7-8 Accessories 9 Maintenance and Service Instructions 9 100% Money Back Guarantee 9 Warranty 9 Safety Information 9 Warning 10 www.ActiveForever.
About the AZ-1 Portable Hand control When you travel away from your standard car with permanent hand controls you might require a portable set of hand controls. For added convenience, If you are looking for a portable hand control system to use when traveling abroad then the AZ-1 might be what you are looking for. The AZ-1 portable hand control is made for use on automatic vehicles for disabled drivers with a high amount of hand control and function.
Package Contents Package contents will include the complete assembled portable hand control system. Note: when portable hand control is shipped it is adjusted to it narrowest adjustment. It is essential that you follow the assembly instructions that suit each individual driver. Contents are as follows: www.ActiveForever.
Safety Information WARNING Safety is of the utmost importance when installing and operating with portable hand controls. If you are unsure about the installation or operating of the vehicle with portable hand control DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE. AZ-1 Portable Hand Controls are only made for people with excellent hand function. If you do not have strong hands DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE with the AZ-1 portable hand controls.
Operator type and usage The AZ-1 is only produced for disabled drivers with strong hand function and good upper mobility. And the AZ-1 is for portable use. It is not recommended to use the AZ-1 for daily use while operating your everyday vehicle. Installation Instructions When installing the AZ-1 portable hand control take great care. 1. First verify that the vehicle you are driving has the following: a. Automatic Transmission b. Power brakes c. Hand operated emergency brake d.
4. You should be able to slide the accelerator mount over the pedal in a horizontal or slightly vertical placement. It is important to assure that adequate clearance is available to operate the accelerator freely. Then tighten finger screws evenly and verify that the clamps are secure. Be sure that the AZ-1 portable hand control system doesn’t interfere with anything that would compromise safety If sufficient clearance is not available DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE with the AZ-1 portable hand controls. 5.
6. Now you must adjust the length of the accelerator tube. By unfastening the snap pin you can slide the accelerator tube to the safe length. The accelerator should by approx. 2” higher then the brake handle for depression with your thumb. After locating the length reinstall the quick release snap pin. Be sure that the pin is latched safely. Test by pulling to verify that the snap pin is attached correctly.
Accelerating • While firmly gripping the brake handle use your thumb on left hand to depress the accelerator. General • Always keep you left hand on the AZ-1 portable hand control. Do not remove your hand from the hand control unless the vehicle is safely positioned in park. • Never depress the accelerator while you are braking. • The AZ-1 portable hand control must be positioned between your legs to safely operate.
Accessories and Replacement Parts Grip – heat resistant Snap Pins .250” (¼”) Snap Pins .3125” (5/16”) Maintenance and Service Instructions While in use the AZ-1 requires daily safety checks. On each daily use of the vehicle verify the following before using the AZ-1 portable hand controls. • Make sure that all nuts, bolts, pins and finger screws are tight and secure. It is necessary to always keep the correct wrenches to tighten the hardware as necessary.
Warning Do not allow other people to drive with your portable hand controls. Always remove the AZ-1 portable hand controls when other people are driving your car. This includes but is not limited to friends, family and valet drivers. You must have a valid drivers license to operate a vehicle. Caution If anything appears unsafe in the use of AZ-1 do not operate vehicle with the portable hand control system. Automobiles can cause death and or serious injury during operation.
