Neatech Pegasus Evo User Manual

USER MANUAL

with CE Mark Statement

Supplier: This manual must be given to the user of the wheelchair.
User: Before using this wheelchair read this entire manual and save for

future reference

AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS

For any problems please contact.

NEATECH.IT s.r.l.

4/A, A. De Curtis St.– 80040 – Cercola (NA) - Italy
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]

From the date of the delivery of the wheelchair, the warranty
period is two years for the chassis and six months for the batteries.

The warranty will expire immediately in the event of:



Negligence



Neglect of use



Tampering



Improper maintenance



Improper transport

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The manufacturer

Neatech.it

4/A, A. De Curtis St. 80040 Cercola (NA), Italy

under its responsibility, states that

the wheelchair Pegasus Evo

satisfies the conditions laid down by European Directive 93/42;

according to the criteria for classification of annex IX of this Directive, the Pegasus

Evo is classified as

class I medical device

It also complies with the requirements of the harmonized standards:

UNI EN 12182 Ausili tecnici per persone disabili

UNI EN 12184 Sedie a rotelle a propulsione elettrica, motorette e loro sistemi di

carica

Table of Contents

WARNINGS ........................................................................................................ 1

1. WHEELCHAIR PRESENTATION ................................................................... 4

2. STARTING UP ............................................................................................. 5

3. USE OF THE WHEELCHAIR ......................................................................... 7

4. ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................ 13

5. ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................... 18

6. CONTROL AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 23

7. FAULT, REPAIR AND ASSISTANCE ............................................................ 26

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WARNINGS

TIPPING HAZARD

Any transport on a slope greater than the maximum
security slope can be dangerous.

ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION DANGER

The behavior of the wheelchair while deriving
may be affected by electromagnetic fields
created by transceivers such as: Citizens band
(CB) radios, walkie-talkies, fire and police
radios, cellular phones, lap-top computers,
two-way radios, and commercial radio and
television broadcast antennas.
PLEASE USE CAUTION in the presence of these
devices.

EMI can cause your chair, without warning, to:

• Release its brakes

• Move by itself

• Move in unintended directions

If any of these occur, it could result in severe injury to you or
others. EMI can damage the control system of your chair.

There is no way to know the effect on EMI if you add accessories or
modify this chair. Any change to your
chair may increase the risk of EMI. Parts from other suppliers have
unknown EMI properties.

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TEMPERATURE

The temperature of some surfaces may increase
when the chair is exposed to external heat sources as
sunlight.

Do not install, maintain or operate your wheelchair without reading
all warnings and this entire user’s manual.

NOTICE TO RIDER—WARNING

The wheelchair should be turned off prior to entering or exiting the
wheelchair
The wheelchair may come to a sudden stop at any time during operation.
Do not operate the wheelchair if it is behaving abnormally or erratically.
Do not operate the wheelchair with low batteries, to minimize risk of
becoming stranded.
The wheelchair is not intended to be used as a seat on motor vehicles.

PINCH HAZARDS – WARNING

Make sure your feet do not “hang up” or get caught in the space between
the footrests. In general, make sure you have proper space in areas you
will travel through to minimize pinching or entrapment of body parts.

WARNING

Do not use an escalator move the wheelchair between floors. Serious
bodily injury may occur
Do not lean over the top of the back upholstery to reach objects from
behind as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over.
Do not shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are
reaching as the wheelchair may tip over backwards or sideways
Do not tip or wheel the wheelchair with wheel locks. Wheel locks are not
brakes.
Do not stand on the frame of the wheelchair.

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Always use caution when transferring in or out of the wheelchair. Every
precaution should be taken to reduce the transfer distance. Also be
certain the wheel locks are engaged to prevent the wheels from moving

Caution—Obstacles

Riding over curbs or obstacles can cause tipping and serious bodily harm.
If you have any doubt that you can safely cross any curb or obstacle,
ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP. Be aware of your riding skills and personal
limitations. Develop new driving skills only with the help of a companion.

Caution—Anti-Tippers

Using anti-tippers substantially reduces your risk of falling over
backwards, which can cause serious injury. If you are afraid of tipping
over, use the Anti-Tippers. The Anti-Tippers will keep you from falling
over, but they will limit your ability to be pulled up curbs and some other
maneuvers. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE ANTI-
TIPPERS WHILE YOU ARE LEARNING TO RIDE YOUR WHEELCHAIR.

The wheelchair is not designed for weight training and is unsafe for use as
a seat while weight training. Weight training from the wheelchair
substantially changes the stability of the chair and cause tipping.

DISPOSING

This product and all its components can not be
treated as household waste. For more detailed
information on how recycling and disposal this
product contact your local waste disposal service.

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1. WHEELCHAIR PRESENTATION

Thank you for purchasing the Pegasus Evo. electronic wheelchair.
Pegasus Evo was designed to be used mainly outdoors.
The aeronautical technology used to manufacture all Neatech.IT
products makes it possible to create a rigid and foldable frame
highly customizable and reliable. The frame and canvas are
available in different colors.

Characteristic

 Adjustable armrests
 Adjustable footrest
 Customizable colors
 Electronic tilting
 Maximum speed 9 km/h

 Elevating seat
 Reclining backrest
 Range of 35 km
 Fully charged in 7 hours
 Maximum slope 10°

WARNING: It is prohibited to use wheelchair or its parts for any
purpose other than that indicated. For correct use please follow
the instructions given in this manual. NEATECH.IT disclaims any

responsibility for damages caused by improper use of aids

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2. STARTING UP

Checks to be made on delivery



Check the integrity of the original packaging.



Check for any anomalies on the shipping documents.



Check the functionality and integrity of the device in all of its
parts, at the time of delivery or immediately thereafter, to
ensure that no damage has resulted from a careless transport.



Make sure the surface of the device is not damaged, scratched,
bent, etc.



Any fault or damage found must be immediately reported on the
shipping documents and promptly communicated to the carrier.
For any other questions, please contact the manufacturer.



When not using your Pegasus Evo for an extended period of
time, store it in a safe place free from dust and moisture.

Inside the box there is:

Pegasus Evo wheelchair
N. 1 pair of footrests
N. 1 pair of armrests

N. 1 joystick
N. 1 charger
Documentation and manuals

PACKAGING DIASPOSAL

To properly recycle the packaging materials follow the
instructions provided by your local waste disposal
service.

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Connection of the Joystick

Connect the cable of the joystick as shown in Figure 1. Make sure it
is completely connected. If it appears difficult to insert the
connector try to invert and reinsert

Figure 1

Transport and storage

If you do not use your Pegasus Evo for a long time make sure that
you set the switch (I) OFF, as shown in Figure 2. You should keep
the Pegasus Evo in a place free from dust and moisture and away
from heat sources.

If you must ship the Pegasus Evo, turn off the switch (I), unplug the
joystick and remove the footrests and armrests.

Figure 2

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Checks before use

For safe use and to avoid any situations of risk
to the user before using the wheelchair perform
the following checks.



Checking tire pressure
Verify that the tire pressure is consistent with the values
given in the table

Front wheels

3,0 bar

Rear wheels

1,5 bar



Checking battery charge level

Check the battery charge level on the indicator located on
the joystick. (N.1 in Figure 3)



Check of electric cables
Check that the wires do not interfere with the movements of
the wheelchair..

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Control console

Figure 3

Figure 4

1. Battery level

2. Low battery indicator

3. Beeper-Horn

4. MIN speed selector

5. Remotely controlled
joystick indicator

6. Error indicator

7. On-off button

8. Fully charged battery
indicator

9. Speedometer

10. MAX speed selector

11. Controller

NOTE: It is possible that the control console of the Pegasus Evo is different
depending on the accessories chosen. Main controls remain unchanged .

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Powered mode

Set the release engine lever located in the back of Pegasus Evo as
shown in Figure 5. In this configuration, the brakes are on and the
wheels will not move.
Use the switch (I), see Figure 2, to turn on and turn off the Pegasus
Evo.
The switch also has the function of protecting the wheelchair from
overloaded current and short circuit. If the powered chair suddenly
stops, use the switch to turn on the chair. If the problem still
continues, please contact technical support.

Figure 5

Seeing Figure 5 use the button 6 to turn on the command console.
Use button 4 and 10 to select the travel speed. Chosen level is
shown by the indicator 9.
Use the controller 11 to adjust the speed and direction of the
Pegasus Evo.
Releasing the lever of the controller automatically activates the
electromagnetic brake that locks the wheels of the Pegasus Evo.

Do not turn on or turn off the command
console while the wheelchair is moving.

L1

L2

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Push mode

If you need to use the push mode, use switch (I), (see Figure 2) to
turn off the Pegasus Evo and set the release engine lever as shown
in Figure 6.

Figure 6

WARNING

In the push mode the electromechanical
brakes are off, so the use of the Pegasus Evo
in the presence of slopes may be dangerous.

L1

L2

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Charge of the batteries

Only use the provided charger to recharge the batteries. The
manufacturer is not responsible for damage to person or property
resulting from the use of other chargers

Charging in

progress

Battery error

Charging 80 %

Wrong

polarity

Charging 100%

Overheating

General Error

SHOCK HAZARD

Always check the voltage setting

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It is recommend to charge the batteries when the indicators 1 in
Figure 3 are red. Each battery is subject to a normal “self
discharge”, so batteries that are not used for long time will
discharge by themselves.
Charging time is influenced by multiple factors such as remaining
battery power, battery state of aging and temperature. However the
approximate charging time is about 7-9 hours. If the charge
duration was reduced (about 1 hour), that is a sign of failure.
Contact the vendor for a possible replacement of batteries.
Don’t use the wheelchair while it is charging.

SHOCK HAZARD

Check if charger data sheet matches with the
network power (voltage, frequency).

RELEASE DANGER

Any impact to the batteries could cause a loss of
fluids. Pay attention

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD

It is recommended to properly recycle used
batteries. Contact your local agency for waste
disposal for more information.

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4. ADJUSTMENTS

Armrest

It is possible to make several adjustments on the armrests: height,
width and depth. Shown operations can be performed on both
armrests.



Height

Figure 7

Seeing Figure 7, loosen the screws (A), and set armrests height to
desired value and retighten the screws (A).
NOTE: For this operation use a 6 mm allen wrench.

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Depth

To adjust armrests depth and width act under the seating floor as
shown in Figure 8.

Figure 8

Loosen the 4 screws indicated in Figure 8 and move the armrest to
the desired position; tighten the screws again. Be sure that the
armrest can not move at all.
NOTE: For this operation use a 10 mm open-end wrench.

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Joystick

Loosen the lever (L), as shown in Figure 9, so it is possible to move
the joystick in accordance with the directions indicated to reach the
desired position. Retighten the lever.

Figure 9

Footrests height

Figure 10

Unscrew the pin shown in Figure 10 to release the footrest. Choose the
desired height by aligning the footrest to one of available holes. NOTE: Use a
6 mm allen wrench and a 13 mm open-end wrench for this operation.

L

V

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Footrests inclination

Loosen the screws shown in Figure 11, so that it is possible to
adjust footrest inclination. Rotate the footrest to reach the desired
position. Tighten the screws again.

Figure 11

Footrests depth

Unscrew the screws shown in Figure 11 and position the footrest in
the desired position. Tighten the screws again.

NOTE: Use a 4 mm allen

wrench.

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Backrest depth

Figure 12

Seeing Figure 12 loosen the screws (V), move the backrest to the
desired position and tighten the screws again.
NOTE: Use a 4 mm allen wrench for this operation

Backrest inclination

Figure 13

Remove the screws shown
in Figure 13 on both sides
(total 8 screws), incline
the backrest to the desired
position and put the
screws back in place and
retighten.
NOTE: Use a 4 mm allen
wrench for this operation.

V

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5. ACCESSORIES

Pegasus Evo can be equipped with many accessories that NEATECH
makes available to meet different customer’s needs. There is the
possibility that the joystick will change depending on desired
accessories.

Removable flip-up adjustable active footrests

With this equipment, you can adjust the inclination of the footrests
with the aid of the joystick.
The controller allows you to select the type of movement (only left
footrest, only right footrest, both footrests).

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X

Figure 14

Dynamic reclining backrest

This equipment allows you to
recline the backrest with the
help of a lever installed on
the back. Pull the lever (X)
and recline the backrest to
the desired inclination, and
release the lever (X).

Powered reclining backrest

With the aid of two electronic pistons, the user can recline the
backrest with the joystick

Figure 15

Side pad right - left

It is an adjustable support that
acts laterally on the chest of
the user to keep the desired
position. It can be mounted
either in pairs or individually.

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Adjustable headrest

It is a headrest mounted on the
back; you can adjust either height
and inclination. You can also
rotate the headrest with the pin.

Figure 16

Powered seat lift and tilt

The user can vertically lift and tilt the seat (max 300mm/0°-30°)
controlling its movement with the joystick.

During tilting operations make sure that your
elbows rest on the armrests to eliminate risk of
entrapment

Transparent table with mounting brackets

This table is designed to provide a
wide usable area and to offer rest
support to the arms. The table is
adjustable in different positions
and requires a simple assembly.

Figure 17

You can also request: heel straps, calf straps and foot straps.

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Seat belt

Pegasus Evo include seat belt.

Initial operating

This operating instruction is considered for skilled, caregiving
personnel. Before initial operating please consider this instruction.
Texts and graphics do not exactly agree with product contends and
are not true to scale. Please eliminate damages in case of transit.
For cleaning use a moist cloth. For installing the article at seat
please consider this operating instruction and check the correct
application.

Application field

This article is made for purpose of fixing persons in the wheel chair,
on stretchers, beds or something else. This item should not be
applicated in motor-vehicles.

Cleaning

For cleaning use a moist cloth. For cleaning and disinfection do not
use any substances with chlorine or organic/inorganic matter that
contain active chlorine. Don`t use soapy water or lime wash.

Damages and partial damages

In case of damages and partial damages the article should be
replaced.

Life cycle

In case of a correct application and cleaning the article should be
replaced every 5 years.

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Fixation at frame
For fixing the safety belt, please, put it around the frame and
loop it through buckle again.

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

To open: Press Push-button PRESS



To lock: Push buckle tongue into the lock with an audible
(“click”)



Length adjustment of belt at an angle of 90°, stepless.

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Specifications

Maximum allowed mass

125 kg

Intended use

Pegasus Evo is intended for all those groups of
users that are confined to a sitting position who
have the opportunity and the need to travel
autonomously in areas predominantly inside
with the possibility of overcome some external
obstacles.
The wheelchair cannot be used as a seat on
motor vehicles.

Working temperature

from -10 °C a 40 °C

Class
(UNI EN 12184)

Class B

Dimensions

Width: from 51 cm to 65 cm according to
different sizes
Length: from 92 cm to 96 cm according
to different sizes
Height: form 86 cm to 96 cm according
to different sizes

Empty weights

68kg

Maximum safety slope

10°

Maximum height of the
platform from which the
chair can descend safely
[mm]

50mm

Range

35km

Batteries

2 batteries ZGL 12054

12 V 45Ah (Amp-hour)

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Maintenance and cleaning

Regular maintenance will help to preserve functionality and safety
of the Pegasus Evo. The lack or inadequacy of care and maintenance
is a limitation of the warranty from the manufacturer.

To clean the chair do not use any device to spray water at high
pressure. Protect the wheelchair from water and humidity. For
plastic or metal parts use a soft cloth moistened with a non­aggressive detergent. For pads, linings and covers of the seat and
backrest use warm water and mild detergent.
Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, acids, etc.
Tires can be cleaned with water and detergent.

OPERATION

PERIODICITY

Checking tightness of chassis screws

For this operation contact your

vendor

Annual

Replacing the batteries

For this operation contact your

vendor

Biennial

Tire pressure monitoring

Weekly

Checking of tire usage

Monthly

Complete cleaning

Monthly

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PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSE

ACTION

Joystick does not turn

on

power button is set to OFF

set power button to ON

(see Figure 2)

joystick cable not

properly inserted

insert joystick cable

properly

batteries are low

charge batteries

electrical fault

contact assistance

Joystick is turned on but

the chair doesn’t drive

wheelchair in push mode

set the lever as shown in

Figure 5

mechanical failure

contact assistance

Error light 10 turns on

(Figure 3)

wheelchair in push mode

set the lever as shown in

Figure 5

electrical fault

contact assistance

you has acted with the

release lever with the

command console turned

on

turn off and on the

command console

Footrest doesn’t engage

mechanical failure

contact assistance

Joystick in alarm

electrical fault

contact assistance

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PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSE

ACTION

Wheelchair does not tilt

electrical fault

contact assistance

Wheelchair makes noise

release lever not properly

inserted

insert the release lever

correctly

mechanical failure

contact assistance

Wheelchair does not

have a good grip

Tires are not set to the

correct value of pressure

Set the tires pressure to

the correct value

Puncture

puncture

contact a qualified

technician

Low autonomy of

batteries

end of the life cycle of the

batteries

contact assistance for the

replacement of the

batteries

Serial number

For any report or request for assistance provide the unique
identification code on the chassis of each Pegasus Evo.

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Spare parts list

DESCRIPTION

NOTES

Tire wheel

Specify Pegasus Evo version (66 – 55),
front wheel or rear wheel, right or left
wheel

Inner tube wheel

Specify Pegasus Evo version (66 – 55),
front wheel or rear wheel

Cover

Specify Pegasus Evo version (66 - 55)

Motor

Specify left or right

Footrest

Specify seat width and type of footrest
(single or splitted)

Backrest canvas

Specify seat width and backrest height

Seat canvas

Specify seat width and depth

Headrest

Specify left or right

Bearing pair for front
forks

Front forks

Specify Pegasus Evo version (66 - 55)

Lights

Specify if position light, directions light or
headlights

NOTE: For any other problem, contact the manufacturer.

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Warranty terms

Pegasus Evo is a product globally guaranteed for 24 months with
the exception of batteries that are guaranteed for six months. The
warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship. The
warranty does not cover parts subject to usage or parts damaged
by: overload, misuse, alterations and repairs made by unauthorized
third parties.
The warranty expires in case of tampering, improper storage,
unauthorized or incorrect maintenance.

MODEL:

Pegasus Evo

SERIAL NUMBER:

MANUFACTURING
DATE:

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