Instruction Manual
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WARNING!
If you fail to store the unit properly, the frame can rust and the electronics can be
damaged.
DISPOSAL OF YOUR POWER CHAIR
Your power chair must be disposed of according to applicable local and naonal statutory regulaons.
Contact your local waste disposal agency or Authorized Freerider Agent for information on proper
disposal of power chair packaging, metal frame components, plastic components, electronics,
baeries, neoprene, silicone, and polyurethane materials.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
1. Use a damp cloth and mild, non-abrasive cleanser to clean the plasc and metal parts of your
power chair. Avoid using products that may scratch the surface of your power chair.
2. If necessary, clean your product with an approved disinfectant. Make sure the disinfectant is safe for
use on your product before applicaon.
WARNING!
Follow all safety instrucons for the proper use of the disinfectant and/or cleaning
agent before applying it to your product. Failure to comply may result in skin irritaon or premature
deterioraon of upholstery and/or power chair nishes.
WARNING!
Never hose o your power chair or place it in direct contact with water. Your power
chair has a painted, ABS plasc body shroud that allows it to be easily wiped clean with a damp cloth.
WARNING!
Never use any chemicals to clean a vinyl seat, as they may cause the seat to become
slippery or dry out and crack. Use soapy water and dry the seat thoroughly.
WHEEL REPLACEMENT
If you have pneumac res and you have a at re, replace the tube. If your chair is equipped with
a solid re insert, then you must replace the whole wheel assembly. Replacement res, tubes, and
wheel assemblies are readily available through your Authorized Freerider Agent.
WARNING!
The wheels on your 168-W should only be serviced or replaced by an Authorized
Freerider Agent or a qualied technician.
WARNING!
Be sure that the power to the controller is turned o and the power chair is not in
freewheel mode before performing this procedure.
WARNING!
When changing a re, remove only the center lug nut and washer, then remove
the wheel. If any further disassembly is required, deate the re completely or it may explode.
Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both pneumac and solid res:
1. Turn o the power to the controller.
2. Make sure that the power chair is in drive mode. (See gure 8).
3. Raise and support the power base so that the wheel is at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) o of the ground.
4. Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle.(See gure 29).
5. Remove the drive wheel from the axle. Make sure that you keep the key.
6. Replace the enre assembly.
7. Slide the wheel back onto the axle. Make sure that the key is in the axle slot.
8. Reinstall the drive wheel nut and washer onto the axle and ghten. (See gure 29).
9. Remove the power chair from the base support.
WARNING!
Failure to ensure that the axle key is properly installed into the axle slot when
mounng the wheel can result in electronic brake failure, personal injury, and/or product damage.
WARNING!
Make sure both the nut and the washer are reinstalled and ghtened properly.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
A battery wiring diagram is printed on a decal located on the power base. See“ BATTERIES AND
CHARGING ” for correct baery specicaons.
MANDATORY!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling baeries and wash hands aer handling.
WARNING!
The batteries in your power chair should only be serviced or replaced by an
Authorized Freerider Agent or a qualied technician.
WARNING!
Do not replace baeries when seat is occupied.
WARNING!
Power chair baeries are heavy. See specicaons table. If you are unable to li
that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your
capacity.
WARNING!
Do not mix old and new baeries. Always replace both baeries at the same me.
PROHIBITED!
Keep tools and other metal objects away from the baery terminals. Contact
with tools can cause electrical shock.
Figure 29.Drive wheel assembly