HOSS Jr. Owner's Manual Model 600 LJ READ this entire Owner's Manual BEFORE you operate your new power wheelchair! PN 600LJ Revised 0404 Hossvm.p65 38 HOSS Jr.
Table of Contents THIS MANUAL COVERS THE OPERATION OF YOUR NEW HOSS Jr. POWER WHEELCHAIRS. BE SURE AND FIND THE INFORMATION THAT PERTAINS TO YOUR NEEDS BEFORE OPERATING. Introduction 2 Important Safety Information 3 HOSS Jr. Specifications 12 Getting On and Off The HOSS Jr. 13 Operating the HOSS Jr. 14 Controller Instructions 16 Your First Ride 17 The HOSS Jr.
HOSS Jr. OWNERS MANUAL Introduction Congratulations on your choice of a Hoss Jr. wheelchair! It is a dependable vehicle built for power and performance. Its easy to operate controls give you more of what you are looking for in a wheelchair. But it is important that you understand what your wheelchair is, and what it is not. Our wheelchairs (like all wheelchairs) are designed to provide safe, reliable transportation to older or moderately physically disabled individuals who have difficulty in getting around.
NOTE: MODIFYING AND/OR TAMPERING IN ANY UNAUTHORIZED MANNER WITH THE WHEELCHAIR WILLVOID THE WARRANTYAND MAY CAUSE THE WHEELCHAIR TO MALFUNCTION, EXPOSING YOU TO PHYSICAL HARM. ATTENTION: This manual contains specific information about your Hoss Jr.. While some of the information is the same for all wheelchairs, make sure that you follow the specifications and directions that apply to the Hoss Jr.. If you are unsure of the style Hoss Jr. you have, contact your dealer. Your Hoss Jr.
Keep your feet on the footrests while riding the Hoss Jr. to avoid hitting them on objects as you drive. Always wear shoes while operating your wheelchair. Always wear your lap belt when riding your wheelchair. Lock the seat assembly before operating the Hoss Jr. to prevent yourself from falling from the seat while moving. Remember, The Hoss Jr. is built to carry a single person. Do not carry passengers under any circumstances or accidents and bodily injury will occur.
Disconnect the batteries before performing any maintenance or if you will not be riding the wheelchair for more than a few days. This avoids both the possibility of injuries due to shock and helps lengthen the battery life. Make sure that the batteries are secure when you are using the wheelchair. Follow the directions of your doctor and/or pharmacist at all times. Do not drive the Hoss Jr.
.....ride on soft, uneven surfaces as this can cause lose of traction and control causing tipping and that may result in serious injury. .....stop on any incline to rest or dismount. Although the electric brake will stop and hold you, it is best to stop in level, flat areas where there is no possibility of rolling, or tipping the unit or having the occupant fall out. .....ride your wheelchair without wearing your lap belt at all times or serious injury may result.
DO NOT lean over the top of the seat back to reach objects from behind as this may cause the 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 wheelchair may tip over. DO NOT tilt the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
ELECTRICAL EXTREME care should be exercised when using oxygen in close proximity to electric circuits. Contact your oxygen supplier for instruction in the use of oxygen. Grounding instructions: DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for ConvaQuip Ind., Inc. products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plus for protection against possible shock hazards.
WEIGHT TRAINING ConvaQuip Ind., Inc. DOES NOT recommend the use of its Hoss Jr. as a weight training apparatus. Wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, ConvaQuip Ind., Inc. shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately.
STAIRWAYS - WARNING DO NOT attempt to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors using a stairway or escalator. Use an elevator to move an occupied power wheelchair between floors. If moving a power wheelchair between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported independently of the power wheelchair Again, DO NOT use an escalator to move a wheelchair between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur..
REACHING, LEANING, BENDING AND BENDING - FORWARD Position the rear casters so that they are extended as far rearward as possible and engage motor locks/clutches. DO NOT LEAN FORWARD OF THE ARMRESTS. REACHING, BENDING - BACKWARDS WARNING DO NOT lean over the top of the back upholstery. This will change your center of gravity and may cause you to tip over. Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired object. Point rear casters rearward to create the longest possible wheelbase.
SPECIFICATIONS Hoss Jr. Seat Width Range: Seat Depth: Seat-to-Floor: Seat-to-Footrest Overall Width ( No joystick): Overall Height: Overall Length Weight Motor/Suspensions Section Footplate/Front Anti-Tip System Seat and Controller TOTAL Batteries (2) Complete W/Batteries (Gel Cell): Battery/Size (Not Supplied) Speed: Adjustable Range*: Turning Radius: Ground Clearance Max Curb Climbing Max. Incline Stability Hard Surface Soft Surface Tire Pressure Front Anti-Tip Wheels Main Drive Wheels Caster Wheels Max.
Getting On and Off The Hoss Jr. The following is a recommended method for getting on your Hoss Jr.. 1. The wheelchair should be stopped on a flat, level surface with the power switch in the OFF position (no visible lights). (SEE WARNING AT BOTTOM OF PAGE) 2. Raise the foot rest plate so that you may back up to the wheelchair squarely. 3. Position yourself squarely in front of the seat and lower yourself into the seat using the armrests if necessary.
Operating the Hoss Jr. Controls for Hoss Jr's operation are located on the arm mounted joystick console and the power module mounted to the frame. Become familiar with all controls with the power button in the OFF position. Each is described in the following section Joystick Console 1. TURNING THE POWER ON Press the Power button. All indicators will flash briefly. The current state of battery charge will be displayed and the powerchair may be operated as normal.
4. THROTTLE CONTROL JOYSTICK LEVER. The black knob mounted on the top of the control panel is both the throttle and direction control lever (Push Slowly). Pushing the lever with your thumb in the direction of the horn button on the control faceplate will make the wheelchair go forward or backward accordingly. Pushing the lever in slightly will makes the wheelchair begin to move. The further you depress the lever, the faster the wheelchair moves.
METHODS FOR CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF YOUR HOSS JR POWER WHEELCHAIR. Pushing the Control Knob straight forward will cause the wheelchair to move in a forward direction. Your speed is determined by how far forward you push the control knob and by the speed control setting (# 2). Pulling back on the knob causes the wheelchair to move in the reverse direction Moving the knob directly to the left (while stationary or moving) will cause the chair to turn to the left.
For your first ride, we recommend the following. When possible, always work with your dealer or therapist to learn how to use your wheelchair. Different chairs have different adjustable features such as spring suspension, programmable controllers, front anti-tips, footrest height & angle, length adjustments and arm adjustments etc. Work with your dealer to make sure the wheelchair is specifically fitted to YOUR needs. 1. Make sure the area is a flat, hard, smooth, open and free of obstacles. 2.
The Hoss Jr. Braking Systems The Hoss Jr.'s brake systems allow for smooth start up and safe braking without undue jerking. There are three (3) separate modes to the braking system: Regenerative, Dynamic, and Posi-Lock Electric Braking. All braking occurs automatically during wheelchair operation. Each type of braking is described in the following. 1. Regenerative Braking is activated while driving the Hoss Jr. down an incline.
SHOULD THE BRAKE DISENGAGE ON A WHEELCHAIR EVER APPEAR TO WORK POORLY OR INCORRECTLY, STOP RIDING IMMEDIATELYAND CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR SERVICE! Seat Assembly Operation Hoss Jr. comes with removable/height adjustable arms. These arms are designed to provide support for your arms while seated on the wheelchair, and for assistance when getting on and off of the wheelchair. Each arm is designed to hold 300 pounds, and NOT THE PERSONS TOTAL BODY WEIGHT.
Disassembly and Assembly of the Hoss Jr. The Hoss Jr.'s easy separation makes it very convenient to disassemble and assemble the unit. Complete disassembly can be accomplished in seconds WITHOUT tools. The procedure is as follows. Make sure the power button has been placed in the off (no lights) position. Remember, it should already be in the OFF position since it was placed there when you last got off the wheelchair.
REASSEMBLING THE WHEELCHAIR To reassemble the wheelchair, simply repeat the same steps in reverse order. 1.) Replace the foot plate on the frame assembly and replace the wing-nuts and bolts. WARNING never operate the unit without r eattaching the fr ont section and the bolts/wing-nuts which holds the front section in place! Put the batteries in place and connect the battery cables. Align the red dots on each connector so that they line up. Push the plug straight in until the connectors click together.
CHARGING THE WHEELCHAIR BATTERIES Charging the batteries is the most important part of operating and maintaining your new wheelchair. Be sure you do it properly! As per international standards, it is recommended that only a gel cell or sealed suspended lead-acid type deep cycle battery be used on the Wheelchair. These batteries do not require water and have no danger of spillage. They are also approved by the Federal Aviation Administration for air travel.
There is a small cooling fan located inside the charger which is thermostatically controlled and may come on when internal temperatures rise beyond design limits. This may or may not operate at regular intervals. Do not rely on it’s operation as an indication of charger output. Important Safety Instructions: ++WARNING++ Because you will be connecting and disconnecting AC voltage to the wheelchair, DO NOT do so in the presence of moisture (i.e. rain, puddled water, snow, etc.).
7. Do not disassemble the charger. If there is a perceived problem with the equipment, refer to the servicing section of this manual or refer to a qualified technician for service. Incorrect assembly of the charger could result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. 8. Do not operate the charger if it has received an impact of a severity that may render it inoperative; take it to a service technician. 9.
Battery Charging The satisfactory performance of the SHARK system is critically dependent on the type and state of the batteries. The battery charger used must be correctly selected and adjusted according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so may damage or destroy the batteries, give poor range, or be potentially dangerous. Batteries should not be abused (for example by deep discharging or overcharging) and must be operated and maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• SHARK Lock Mode countdown. • Program, inhibit or charge modes. • Fault indication (Flash Codes) The following table indicates what the gauge will display for any given state. 26 HOSS Jr.
!! CAUTION !!: Be certain the wall cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet before moving the wheelchair. Moving the wheelchair without disconnecting the wall cord could result in damage to the wheelchair, the wall outlet or create a shock hazard condition. ++WARNING++ : Because you will be connecting and disconnecting AC to the wheelchair, be cautious of doing so in the presence of water (i.e., rain or puddled water). Electrical shock hazard could be present. Observe caution and safety warnings.
Useful Battery Information 1. The battery indicator in the control panel takes into account time as well as battery voltage to provide a more accurate estimate of battery capacity while you are driving. The display simulates a bar graph where all LED's lit represent a full state of charge and a single red LED represents the lowest state of charge. If, while you are driving, the indicator falls into the red area, charge the batteries as soon as possible.
BATTERY REMOVAL FROM UNIT 1 Controller Cable from Joystick 4 2 5 7 Battery Connectors 4 Pull Pins 3 Velcro Strips 5 Top of Caster S! CAUTION - Failure to unplug cable from back of joystick before tilting seat back may result in damage to the joystick and cable. 1. Turn power off to controller. 2. Disconnect controller cable at back of seat 3. Remove the pull pins from the front of the seat. 4. Tilt seat rearward until seat back supports rest on the top of the casters. 5.
Storage of the Hoss Jr. Short Term and Overnight Storage When ending Hoss Jr.'s use for the day, if the batteries do not need charging, simply turn the power OFF and remove it. The next morning, put the power in, get in, turn power ON and you are ready to go again. Long Term Storage When the Hoss Jr. will not be used for an extended period of time, there are several things you should do to help maintain its proper working condition.
Twice a Year - Inspect all wheels for looseness and tire wear. - Clean the upholstery as needed. Yearly - Thoroughly examine your wheelchair to look for undetected wear and other potential problems and have problems repaired immediately. The expense involved is always less than repair bills caused by a lack of proper maintenance. In the same way a car would not last without service, a wheelchair should be maintained regularly. AND REMEMBER! If you ever notice any part of your Hoss Jr.
DIAGNOSTICS Note: SHARK is not user serviceable. Specialized tools are necessary for the repair of any SHARK component. INTRODUCTION A flashing SHARK information gauge indicates there is an abnormal condition somewhere on the powerchair. The components that SHARK provides fault information for include, the motor, the park brakes, the batteries, the cabling and the SHARK modules themselves. Note that joystick OONAPU (Out OF Neutral At Power Up) is not a fault.
Commonly Asked Questions and Possible Answers Why has there been a sudden loss of power? 1. Undercharged batteries. Check the BATTERY indicator. The BATTERY indicator indicates the charge condition of the batteries while you are driving. The indicator will not indicate the “true condition” of their capacity until the wheelchair has been setting on, in an idle condition, for several minutes. The green area corresponds to a good charge. The red area corresponds to a low charge, or a deep cycle condition.
Can a regular liquid lead-acid battery be used, like in a car? No. A DEEP CYCLE battery must be used. A car battery is not deep cycle. Deep cycle batteries (boat type batteries) are available in both suspended liquid lead-acid and gel cell lead-acid. Either type can be used. It is recommended that a gel cell or a sealed lead-acid type battery be used on the Hoss Jr. . These batteries are maintenance free and have no danger of spillage.
EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 2, 1994 THE FEDERALGOVERNMENT REQUIRES THIS STATEMENT TO BE INCLUDED. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE CAUTION: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THATYOU READ THIS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE EFFECTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE ON YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR.
Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Because EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EM fields from hand -held radio wave sources (transceivers are of special concern). It is possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EM energy very close to the powered wheelchair's control system while using these devices. This can affect powered wheelchair movement and braking.
Hoss Jr. Limited Warranty ConvaQuip Ind., Inc. will repair or replace at its option to the original PURCHASER any of the following components found upon examination by an authorized representative of ConvaQuip Ind., Inc. to be defective in material and/or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of . . . Three Year Limited Warranty on any structural frame components. Two Year Limited Warranty from date of purchase on any of the electronic parts.
Dear Friend: Thank you so much for your purchase of a HOSS Jr. 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 ConvaQuip to provide them with the highest quality mobility products available. They and you have made HOSS Jr. the most valuable wheelchair.
WARNING: To make adjustments while sitting in the HOSS Jr., you must be secured by wearing your lab belt to prevent you from falling forward. TO ADJUST FRONT ANTI-TIP WHEEL HEIGHT Turn thumbscrews clockwise to maximum height position. Then lower wheel arm by turning thumbscrews counterclockwise. Count the number of turns as you lower each side to have equal wheel height on both side. Remember, the lower the anti-tip wheel the better the front stability when stopping as you go down an incline. 40 HOSS Jr.
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