Owner’s Manual ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner’s manual before operating your power chair. Exeter, PA St. Catharines, ON 1-800-800-8586 www.pridemobility.
SAFETY GUIDELINES The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chair to identify warnings and important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely. WARNING! Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage, or malfunction (black symbol on yellow triangle with black border). MANDATORY! These actions should be perfor med as specified.
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4 II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6 III. YOUR POWER CHAIR ............................................................................................................ 14 IV. ASSEMBLY ............................................................
I. INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Once you understand how to safely operate and care for your power chair, it should give you years of trouble free operation and service.
I. INTRODUCTION PRIDE OWNERS CLUB As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to register your product’s warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club. You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed product registration card or by visiting Pride's web site at www.pridemobility.com. As a registered member, each time you visit our site, you will have access to the most interactive and honest educational venue available today for people with mobility needs, their families, and friends.
II. SAFETY SAFETY MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user.
II. SAFETY NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance. Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.
II. SAFETY WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline. Drive your power chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline. WARNING! You should not travel up or down a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas covered with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leaves).
II. SAFETY Outdoor Driving Surfaces Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, blacktop, or asphalt. However, Pride recognizes that there will be times when you will encounter other surface types. For this reason, your power chair is designed to perform admirably on packed soil, grass, and gravel. Feel free to use your power chair safely on lawns and in park areas.
II. SAFETY Public Streets and Roadways WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution. Stairs and Escalators Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator.
II. SAFETY Transfers Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride recommends that you or a trained attendant perform the following tasks before attempting a transfer: ! Turn off the power to the controller . See VII. “Operation.” ! Ensure your power chair is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.
II. SAFETY Inclement Weather Precautions Exposure of your power chair to inclement weather conditions should be avoided whenever possible. If suddenly caught up in rain, snow, severe cold, or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
II. SAFETY Alcohol The power chair user must exercise care and common sense when operating his/her power chair. This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol. WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner. Removable Parts WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE JAZZY 1122 Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figure 5. Typically, the seating assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and controller. The power base assembly includes two drive wheels, two anti-tip wheels, two rear caster wheels, a power seat connector (optional), harness connectors, and a body shroud. See figures 5 through 9.
III. YOUR POWER CHAIR Electronics Tray The electronics tray is located on the rear of your power chair. The electronics tray is located underneath the rear sliding door. The electronics tray consists of the ammeter, the battery charger plug, the main circuit breaker, accessory connector (optional equipment), and the controller harness connectors. Ammeter: The ammeter displays the charger’s current output in amps. For more information, see VIII. “Batteries and Charging.
I I I . YO U R P OW E R C H A I R Dual Manual Freewheel Levers For your convenience, your power chair is equipped with dual manual freewheel levers. The levers are located on the inside of the anti-tip wheels. The levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! In freewheel mode, the braking system is disengaged. Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface. Failure to comply could result in injury and/or damage to your product.
I I I . YO U R P OW E R C H A I R Active-Trac Suspension Your power chair is equipped with Active-Trac Suspension (ATS). ATS is a suspension system designed to make your power chair traverse different types of terrain and obstacles while maintaining smooth operation. With ATS, the front anti-tip wheels work in conjunction with the motor suspension to help you maneuver over obstacles. As the front anti-tip wheels come in contact with an obstacle, the front anti-tip wheel assembly is drawn upward.
I I I . YO U R P OW E R C H A I R Specifications Suspension: Drive Wheels: Caster Wheels: Anti-tip Wheels: Maximum Speed:¹ Brakes: Ground Clearance:² Turning Radius:² Overall Size:² ATS and rear suspension 14 in., pneumatic, center-mounted (solid tires are optional) 8 in., solid, rear-articulating 6 in., solid, front-mounted Up to 6 mph (up to 4.5 mph w/ high torque motors) “Intelligent Braking,” electronic regenerative, disc park brake 3.25 in. 21 in. Length: 40.5 in. Width: 25.4 in.
I V. ASSEMBLY Initial Assembly Your power chair may require some assembly either before initial use or after transportation. NOTE: Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be replaced with a new nut. Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert, resulting in a less secure fit. Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through your authorized Pride Provider.
I V. ASSEMBLY To install the seat: 1. Set the trapeze bars to the desired height. To change the trapeze bar height, see V. “Comfort Adjustments.” 2. Tilt the seat back and slide the rear extrusion onto the rear trapeze bar. See figure 10. 3. Lower the front extrusion onto the front trapeze bar until the seat locks into place. 4. Flip the seat latch safety down. WARNING! Make sure the seat latch safety is flipped down before using your power chair.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS After becoming familiar with your power chair’s operation, you may find the need to make some adjustments to increase your comfort, such as seat height and angle, armrest angle, and foot platform height and angle. If your power chair is equipped with a Synergy Seat, refer to the information provided in separate manuals. If your power chair is equipped with a medium-back, a high-back, or a reclining seat, refer to the following information.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Make sure the seat latch safety is flipped down before using the power chair seat. 15. Plug the controller connector(s) into the electronics tray. Seat Position You can move the seat forward or rearward by changing the extrusion mounting position. To change the seat position: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Unplug the controller connector(s) from the electronics tray. 3. Remove the seat from the power base. 4. Remove both extrusions from the bottom of the seat.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Seatback Angle Adjustment If your power chair is equipped with an adjustable seatback, you can adjust it to four (4) different angles: 90°, 102°, 105°, or 107°. See figure 16. To adjust the seatback angle: 1. Remove the seatback angle adjustment screws from both seat hinges. 2. Set the seatback at the desired angle. 3. Reinstall the screws to both seat hinges and tighten. Armrest Width Adjustment You can change each armrest’s width independently of the other.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Foot Platform Height Adjustment The foot platform height is easily adjusted to one of six different heights in 1-in. increments. To raise or lower the foot platform: 1. Remove the nuts and bolts from the foot platform bracket. See figure 17. 2. Raise or lower the foot platform to the desired height. 3. Reinstall the nuts and bolts to the foot platform bracket and tighten.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Elevating Leg Rests (Optional) Elevating Leg Rests (ELRs) offer an infinite range of adjustment between 0º – 70º for the leg angle and a leg rest adjustment range of 15 – 20 in. RELEASE LEVER A RELEASE LEVER B To adjust the ELR angle: 1. Push down release lever B. See figure 20. 2. Move the leg rest to the desired angle. LEG REST EXTENSION To rotate the ELR: 1. Push in release lever A. See figure 20. 2. Rotate the ELRs. ADJUSTMENT SCREWS To adjust the ELR length: 1.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Always fasten the positioning belt when operating the power elevating seat. WARNING! The power elevating seat is intended for use on a level surface only. Never raise the power elevating seat from its lowest position on an inclined surface. Failure to heed this warning can result in the power chair tipping over and causing injury. WARNING! Never raise the power elevating seat from its lowest position when operating your power chair on bumpy or uneven surfaces.
V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS Figure 22. Anti-Tip Wheel Adjustment (Inner Lock Nut) Figure 23. Anti-Tip Wheel Adjustment (Cam) Anti-Tip Wheel Adjustment The anti-tip wheels are designed to give your power chair increased stability on rough surfaces. The anti-tip wheels are preset for smooth surfaces or indoor use only. If you plan on using your power chair on rough surfaces, it may be necessary to adjust the anti-tip wheels to better suit your needs.
VI. DISASSEMBLY Seat Removal You may wish to remove the seat for transportation. If you have a Synergy Seating System, please refer to the information provided with your seating system. To remove the seat: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Make sure your power chair is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.” 3. Unplug the controller connector from the electronics tray. 4. Flip up the seat latch safety. See figure 24. 5.
VII. OPERATION VSI ELECTRONIC CONTROLLER The electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. The electronic controller enables you to move the power chair, as well as monitor battery charge, electronic controller functions, and the condition of your electrical system. The VSI electronic controller is an integral electronic controller. All of the electronics necessary to operate the power chair are contained in one module. See figure 26.
VII. OPERATION On/Off Key The on/off key turns the VSI on and off. WARNING! Unless faced with an emergency situation, do not use the on/off key to stop the power chair. This will cause the power chair to stop abruptly. WARNING! Always turn the power off when you are stationary to prevent unexpected movement. Battery Condition Meter The battery condition meter is a 10-segment illuminated display located in front of the joystick. It consists of red, yellow, and green lights.
VII. OPERATION Actuator Keys and Actuator Lights (For Optional Equipment) Actuator keys and actuator lights are used for optional equipment such as power elevating seats or power elevating leg rests. For specific operation of the actuator keys and actuator lights, contact your authorized Pride Provider. Horn Key The horn key activates the horn. Locking/Unlocking the VSI The VSI has a feature that enables you to lock your power chair to prevent unauthorized use. To lock the VSI: 1.
VII. OPERATION WARNING! Failure to properly align the connectors can result in damage to the VSI, the charger, and the connectors. Thermal Rollback The VSI controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit. This circuit monitors the temperature of the controller, which roughly translates to motor temperature. In the event that the VSI controller becomes excessively hot (above 140° F), motor current (amperage) is reduced. For every degree above 140° F, the motor current limit is reduced by .
VII. OPERATION REMOTE PLUS CONTROLLER The electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. It takes the battery voltage and sends it to the appropriate system. The electronic controller also enables you to monitor battery charge, electronic controller functions, and the condition of your electrical system. Also, it may be used to control some optional systems such as power elevating seats and lights. The Remote Plus is a modular electronic control system.
VII. OPERATION WARNING! If your power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, immediately release the joystick. Unless the joystick is damaged, this action should stop your power chair. Keypad The keypad is located directly in front of the joystick. See figure 29. It contains keys that you will use to control your power chair. On/Off Key The on/off keys toggles the system power on and off. WARNING! Unless faced with an emergency situation, do not use the on/off key to stop the chair.
VII. OPERATION Hazard Key The hazard key toggles both right and left indicators at the same time. You can only cancel this by pressing the hazard key again. Battery Condition Meter The battery condition meter is located in front of the joystick. This is a 10-segment illuminated display that indicates that the Remote Plus is turned on and also gives the status of the battery, the controller, and the power chair electrical system.
VII. OPERATION Power Accessories If your power chair is equipped with power accessories such as a power seat or power elevating leg rests, you can operate them through the remote keypad. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for information on how to operate these accessories. Off-board Charger/Programming Socket You may use an off-board charger to charge the power chair batteries through the 3-pin socket located on the front of the controller.
VII. OPERATION Trouble Codes In addition to indicating the current state of battery charge, the battery condition meter can also indicate possible problems with your power chair. The battery condition meter has ten lights. The lights provide information by the number of lights that are flashing. If any of the meter lights are flashing rapidly, the controller may be indicating a fault. For instance, if the first light is flashing rapidly, the battery voltage is nearly depleted.
VII. OPERATION DX CONTROLLER The Dynamic DX electronic control system is a modular system. The electronics necessary to operate the power chair are contained in several modules located on different parts of your power chair.
VII. OPERATION Out Of Neutral At Power Up Your power chair joystick is equipped with Out Of Neutral At Power Up (OONAPU). If you power up the system and the joystick is not in the neutral position, the system status light flashes rapidly for either as long as the joystick is out of the neutral position or five seconds. If this has happened and the all the segments on the battery condition meter are flashing, you may have set a fault code. See “Trouble Codes.
VII. OPERATION NOTE: If you turn on the power chair while it is locked and don’t unlock it after one minute, the power chair will automatically turn off itself. Battery Condition Meter The battery condition meter consists of six lights arranged in an arc over the battery icon. From left to right, the first two are red, the second two are orange and the last two are green. These lights give you an accurate indication of your usable battery capacity.
VII. OPERATION Off-board Charger/Programming Socket You may use an off-board charger to charge the power chair batteries through the 3-pin socket located on the front of the Europa. See figure 41. If you use an off-board charger, the charger current should not exceed 8 amps. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for more information. NOTE: The socket may also be used for reprogramming the Europa. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for more information.
VIII. BAT T E R I E S A N D C H A RG I N G Batteries and Charging Your power chair uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a longer and deeper discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable.
V I I I . BATTERIES AND CHARGING WARNING! Prevent injury and/or equipment damage! If the off-board battery charger is equipped with cooling slots, then do not attempt to insert objects through these slots. WARNING! Prevent injury and/or equipment damage! Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are charging.
VIII. BAT T E R I E S A N D C H A RG I N G Battery Break-In To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level. 2. Operate your power chair about the house and yard. Move slowly at first, and do not travel too far until you become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries. 3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and operate your power chair again.
V I I I . BATTERIES AND CHARGI N G How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? Rarely do you have an ideal driving situation such as smooth, flat, hard terrain with no wind, hills, or curves. More often you are presented with hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed surfaces, curves, and wind. All of these factors affect the distance or running time per battery charge. The following are a few suggestions for obtaining the maximum range per charge.
V I I I . BAT T E R I E S AND CHARGING How should I store my power chair and its batteries? If you do not use your power chair regularly, we recommend maintaining battery vitality by charging the batteries at least once a week. If you do not plan on using your power chair for an extended period, fully charge the batteries prior to storage. Disconnect the battery harnesses and store the power chair in a warm, dry environment.
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Jazzy 1122 is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from an authorized Pride Provider. Preventive maintenance is very important. If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled, you can help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble-free operation.
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ! The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it retain its high-gloss appearance. ! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within the battery well, with the battery terminals facing inward, toward each other. Refer to the frame decal for the correct wiring layout. ! All wheel bearings are prelubricated and sealed.
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Storage Your power chair should be stored in a dry place, free from temperature extremes. When storing, disconnect the batteries from the power chair. See VIII. “Batteries and Charging.” 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 national statutory regulations.
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair for both solid and pneumatic tires: 1. Turn off the power to the controller. 2. Set the power chair up on blocks. 3. If you are changing a pneumatic tire, completely deflate it before removing the wheel. 4. Remove the drive wheel nut and washer from the axle. See figure 32. 5. Pull the wheel off the axle. 6. Remove the screws from the rim assembly and separate the front and rear rim. See figure 33. 7.
IX. CARE AND MAINTENANCE 9. Connect the wire labeled BAT (+) to the other battery’s positive (red) terminal. Connect the wire labeled BAT (-) to the negative (black) terminal. Install the battery in the front of your power chair’s battery tray with the battery’s terminals facing inward, toward the center of the power chair. Plug the wiring harness into a quick disconnect. WARNING! Make sure you tighten the fasteners so that the connections are secure. 10.
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X. WARRANTY RECONDITIONED UNITS WARRANTY All reconditioned units are covered by a six-month warranty from Pride effective from the date of purchase. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not extend to those items which may require replacement due to normal wear and tear.
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# In Q 1 Conuality trol Quality Control - Jazzy 1122 Thank you for making the Jazzy 1122 your choice in power chairs. The following checkmarks indicate that we have thoroughly inspected and test driven your power chair. Inclusion of all Parts Joystick Serial Number Controller Serial Number Left Motor Serial Number Right Motor Serial Number Fit and Finish Performance Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.
