Mantis PC OWNER’S MANUAL (800)760-9107 www.zipr.
SAFETY GUIDELINES The symbols below are used throughout this manual. It is important for you to review and understand these symbols. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in personal injury, product damage, or malfunction. MANDATORY! Indicates that these actions should be performed as specified and failure to perform mandatory actions can cause personal injury, product damage, or malfunction.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg. 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES……………………………………………………………………..Pg. INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………………….Pg. 4 SAFETY……………………………………………………………………………………....Pg. 5 EMI/RFI WARNING…………………………………………………………………………Pg. 9 YOUR ZIP'R MANTIS……………………………………………………………………..Pg. 10 ASSEMBLY………………………………………………………………………………...Pg. 14 BATTERIES AND CHARGING……………………………………………………….….Pg. 15 POWER CHAIR OPERATIONS………………..………………………………………...Pg. 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………….….Pg. 19 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE……………….
INTRODUCTION SAFETY Thank you for acquiring a Zip'r Mantis power chair. The power chair you have acquired is a high quality mobility device designed to provide safety, comfort, style, and of course the freedom of mobility. It is vitally important that you understand how to safely operate and maintain your new power chair so that you will enjoy years of trouble–free use. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings outlined in this manual before attempting to operate your Zip'r Mantis.
SAFETY GENERAL GUIDELINES MANDATORY! Do not operate your power chair for the first time without reading and understanding this owner’s manual. The Zip'r Mantis power chair is an electro-mechanical device designed to enhance individual mobility. Please note that the selection and purchasing decision related to the acquisition of the Zip'r Mantis is the responsibility of the user, who is capable of making such a decision.
SAFETY continued Monthly Inspection Ensure all wheel and caster mounting nuts are secure. Ensure that any loose hardware on the power chair is fastened appropriately. Ensure that all electrical components are free of corrosion. Replace if corroded or damaged. Ensure all labels are present and legible. Replace if necessary. Clean upholstery and armrests. Clean tires and casters. Periodic Inspection Ensure that the Zip'r Mantis power chair rolls straight (no excessive pull to one side).
SAFETY continued OBSTACLES Always approach obstacles slowly and ensure that such obstacles can be safely maneuvered upon. See Figures 1a and 1b below for correct curb approach. PROHIBITED! Never attempt to climb or descend an obstacle that is higher than one inch. PROHIBITED! Never attempt to maneuver your power chair backwards down any stair, curb, or other obstacle.
SAFETY continued BATTERIES See “Batteries and Charging” for a full description of your batteries and battery maintenance. MANDATORY! Always wear gloves and goggles when handling the power chair batteries. Your power chair batteries are sealed but also contain lead and lead compounds so extra caution should always be taken when handling your batteries, battery posts, terminals, and accessories. WARNING! Always avoid leaving your batteries in freezing weather conditions.
EMI/RFI WARNING RADIO WAVE SOURCES MAY AFFECT POWERED MOBILITY VEHICLE CONTROL Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) or Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) refers to the effects that outside sources of such energy might have on the control systems of your mobility vehicle. The interference from these sources could cause the vehicle to release its brakes, move by itself, and/or cause damage to the mobility vehicle controller.
YOUR ZIP'R MANTIS ZIP'R MANTIS POWER CHAIR The Zip'r Mantis is a power mobility device that is made up of two main assemblies: the seat assembly and the base assembly. The seat assembly is comprised of the seat, armrests, and joystick controller. The base assembly is comprised of the two right angle motors, brake assemblies, batteries, wheels and shrouds. See Figures 3 for details. SEATBACK ARMRESTS SEAT BASE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER BODY SHROUD DRIVE WHEEL CASTER WHEELS Figure 3 www.zipr.
YOUR ZIP'R MANTIS continued POWER SEAT ACTUATOR (SE version only) CONTROLLER HARNESS REAR SHROUD FRONT COVER MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER REAR CASTER WHEEL MIDDLE SHROUD FRONT CASTER WHEELS CHARGER Figure 4 FREEWHEEL LEVERS The Zip'r Mantis is equipped with manual freewheel mode. As described in Figures 5a and 5b below, you can disengage the drive motors in order to maneuver the power chair manually.
YOUR ZIP'R MANTIS continued PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - ZIP'R MANTIS DRIVE WHEELS 10 x 3.5 inch (25.4 x 8.9 cm), flat-free FRONT CASTER WHEELS 6 x 2 inch (15.24 x 5.1 cm), flat-free REAR CASTER WHEELS 6 x 2 inch (15.24 x 5.1 cm), flat-free MAXIMUM SPEED* 4.9 mph (7.84 km/h) MAXIMUM RANGE* Up to 15 miles (24 km) BRAKING SYSTEM Electromagnetic regenerative GROUND CLEARANCE 2 inch (5.08 cm) MAXIMUM SLOPE 8°(incline), 9°(decline) TURNING RADIUS 22.4 inch (56.
YOUR ZIP'R MANTIS continued Length 42.29" (1074.2 mm) 35.24" (895 mm) 3.52"-5.57" (89.5mm-141.5mm) 2"(50.8mm) Width 26.18" (665 mm) 2.89"(73.5mm) 3.13"(79.5mm) Figure 7a 22.4" (569mm) Figure 7b www.zipr.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY STEPS Your Zip'r Mantis may require some assembly. The steps below describe the major components that can be assembled and disassembled. WARNING! Do not attempt to operate your Zip'r Mantis until the power chair is fully assembled. 1. If batteries were shipped uninstalled or separately, then first install the batteries. See “Care and Maintenance” Figure 12 on page 21. 2. Slide seat into the power base seat post. See Figure 8 below. 3.
BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES The Zip'r Mantis is equipped with two 12 volt deep-cycle sealed and maintenance-free batteries. Though the batteries look similar to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable as the Zip'r Mantis batteries are able to handle long discharges and automotive batteries are not capable of such. Automotive batteries are unsafe for use in power chairs. MANDATORY! Always wear gloves and goggles when handling the power chair batteries.
BATTERIES AND CHARGING continued Charging Steps: 1. Turn the power off on the joystick controller and ensure that the freewheel levers are in the driving position. 2. Plug the off-board charger into either of the charging ports (Figure 9 shows the charging port located on the bottom of the joystick controller and Figure 10 shows the charging port located on the front right section of the power chair base). 3. Plug the off-bard charger into the electrical outlet.
POWER CHAIR OPERATIONS VR2 CONTROLLER The Zip'r Mantis is equipped with a high quality VR2 joystick controller. This controller comes in two versions; with actuator lift buttons and without actuator lift buttons. See Figures 11a and 11b for a detailed description of the functions performed by the VR2 joystick controller.
POWER CHAIR OPERATIONS continued Locking / Unlocking the Power Chair The VR2 control system can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. The locking method is via a sequence of key presses and joystick movements, as detailed below. To lock the power chair: While the control system is switched on, depress and hold the on/off button. After 1 second the control system will beep. Now release the on/off button. Deflect the joystick forward until the control system beeps.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE The Zip'r Mantis is a motorized mobility device that requires routine maintenance checks. Preventive maintenance is very important and will help ensure that your power chair gives you years of trouble-free operation. If you have any questions regarding the maintenance of your Zip'r Mantis, please contact an authorized Zip'r Provider. Some maintenance checks may be performed by you and some may require an authorized Zip'r Provider.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE continued BATTERY REPLACEMENT MANDATORY! Always wear gloves and goggles when handling the power chair batteries. Your power chair batteries are sealed but also contain lead and lead compounds so extra caution should always be taken when handling your batteries, battery posts, terminals, and accessories. WARNING! Always change both (two) batteries – never change just a single battery. Always use batteries of the exact same type, chemistry, and amp hour (A.h) capacity.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE continued CORRECT CONNECTION INCORRECT CONNECTION MIDDLE SHROUD FRONT SHROUD REAR BATTERY FRONT BATTERY Figure 12 www.zipr.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE VR2 ERROR CODES The VR2 controller is equipped with a self-diagnostics system that allows the user to identify possible malfunctions. The table below identifies individual error codes (codes are displayed as a rapid flashing of the controller lights). If you get one of these error codes, contact an authorized Zip'r Provider. FLASHING LIGHTS DIAGNOSTIC SYMPTOM AND SOLUTION 1 The batteries need charging or there is a bad connection to the batteries.
WARRANTY This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from Zip'r Mobility LLC or an authorized Provider of Zip'r Mobility LLC. This warranty is not extended to any other person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to any subsequent purchaser or owner. Coverage under this warranty will end upon any such subsequent sale or other transfer of title to any other person.
WARRANTY continued SIX-MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY The batteries are covered by a six-month limited warranty. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS ABS plastic shroud & all plastic components other than the controller unit and wire harness covers.
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