Pride Mobility Jazzy Select 14XL User Manual

JAZZY SELECT 14

SERIES

How a Power Chair should FEEL!

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Including Models: Jazzy Select 14 and Jazzy Select 14XL

1-800-800-8586 (US) 1-888-570-1 113 (Canada)

SAFETY GUIDELINES

WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup
of this power chair and must perform all of the procedures in this manual.

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! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow designated
procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage, or malfunction. On the product,
this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a black border.

MANDATORY! These actions should be perfor med as specified. Failure to perfor m mandatory
actions can cause personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product, this icon is
represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with a white border.

PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions should not be performed at any time or
in any circumstances. Performing a prohibited action can cause personal injury and/or equipment
damage. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol with a red circle and red
slash.

Quick Reference Information

Authorized Pride Provider:_____________________________________________________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number:___________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date:____________________________________________________________________________

NOTE: This owner’s manual is compiled from the latest specifications and product information available
at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes as they become necessary. Any changes to
our products may cause slight variations between the illustrations and explanations in this manual and the
product you have purchased. The latest/current version of this manual is available on our website.

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Copyright © 2007
Pride Mobility Products Corp.
INFMANU3198/Rev D/July 2007

CONTENTS

I. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................4

II. SAFETY.................................................................................................................................................6

III. YOUR POWER CHAIR....................................................................................................................17

IV. ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................................................21

V. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS........................................................................................................23

VI. BA TTERIES AND CHARGING ....................................................................................................28

VII. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................32

VIII. WARRANTY......................................................................................................................................38

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I. INTRODUCTION

SAFETY

WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of­the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. W e 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.

Read and follow all instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the
first time. In addition, your safety depends upon you, as well as your provider, caretaker , or healthcare professional in
using good judgement.

If there is any information in this manual which you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for setup or
operation, please contact your authorized Pride Provider . Failure to follow the instructions in this manual and those

located on your power chair can lead to personal injury and/or damage to the power chair , including voiding the
warranty .

PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT

By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter, or modify this product or remove or
render inoperable or unsafe any guards, shields, or other safety features of this product; fail, refuse, or neglect to install
any retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe use of this product.

SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

Before using your power chair, make sure your delivery is complete as some components may be individually packaged.
If you do not receive a complete delivery , please contact your authorized Pride Provider immediately . Where damage has
occurred during transport, either to the packaging or content, please contact the delivery company responsible.

INFORMA TION EXCHANGE

W e want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual. W e would also like to hear about the
safety and reliability of your new power chair, and about the service you received from your authorized Pride Provider .

Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important information about safety , new
products, and new options that can increase your ability to use and enjoy your power chair . Please feel free to contact us
at the address below:

USA: Canada:

Pride Mobility Products Corporation Pride Mobility Products Company
Attn.: Customer Care Department 380 V ansickle Road Unit 350
182 Susquehanna A venue St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7
Exeter, PA 18643-2694 1-888-570-11 13
customercare@pridemobility .com
1-800-424-8205

NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your copy of this manual, contact us and
we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.

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PRIDE OWNERS CLUB

As an owner of a Pride product, you are encouraged to enroll in the Pride Owners Club. Complete and return your
enclosed product registration card or visit Pride’ s web site at www.pridemobility .com.

From our home page, select “Owners Club” to enter a page dedicated to current and potential Pride product owners. You
will gain access to interviews, stories, recreation ideas, daily living tips, product and funding information, and interactive
message boards. These message boards invite you to communicate with other Pride customers as well as Pride represen­tatives who are available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

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PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS

The symbols below are used on the power chair to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very
important for you to read and understand them completely .

Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.

Do not allow unsupervised children to play near the power chair while the batteries are
charging.

Maximum seating weight.

Keep your hands away from the tires when driving. Be aware that loose fitting clothing
can become caught in drive tires.

Use correct tie-down points for controller har ness to prevent the harness from getting
caught in the drive tires or pinched in the seat frame.

Do not use a cell phone, walkie/talkie, laptop, or other radio transmitter while operating.

Avoid exposure to r ain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain
and store in a clean and dry condition.

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Removal of grounding prong can create electrical hazard. If necessary, proper l y install
an approved 3-pronged adapter to an electrical outlet having 2-pronged plug access.

Left freewheel lever operation.

Place unit on level ground and stand behind or to one side when changing from drive mode to
freewheel mode or freewheel mode to drive mode.

Right freewheel lever operation.

Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or decline. This
could cause the chair to roll uncontrollably on its own.

Do not lift the mobility product while seated in it.

EMI-RFI - This product has been tested and passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.

Battery Set Configuration:
+ = Positive (Red) Terminal Post
– = Negative (Black) Terminal Post
Connect Red wire to Red P ositive (+) Terminal Post
Connect Black wire to Black Negative (–) Terminal Post

Explosive conditions exist!

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Corrosive chemicals contained in battery. Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce
the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.

Use only AGM or Gel-Cell batteries to reduce the risk of leakage or explosive conditions.

Keep tools and other metal objects away from battery terminals.

Do not connect an extension cord to the AC/DC con verter or the battery charger .

Do not use batteries with different amp-hour (Ah) capacities. Do not mix old and new
batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time.

Disposal and Recycling - Contact y our authorized Pride Provider for information on proper
disposal and recycling of your Pride product and its packaging.

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SAFETY

MANDA T OR Y! Do not operate your new pow er chair for the first time without completely reading
and understanding this owner’s manual.

Y our 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. Please be aware that the final selection and
purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of the power chair user, who is
capable of making such a decision, and his/her healthcare professional (i.e., medical doctor, physical therapist, etc.).

The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a mobility device expert has properly fitted the power chair
to the user and has assisted the prescribing healthcare professional and/or the authorized Pride Provider in the instruction
process for the use of the product.

There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user will need to practice operating
the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care
professional specially trained in assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.

As you begin using your power chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will need
some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through door­ways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.

Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help you become accustomed to operating the
power chair safely .

Modifications

Pride has designed and engineered your power chair to provide maximum mobility and utility . A wide range of accessories
is available from your authorized Pride Provider to further customize your power chair to better suit your needs and/or
preferences. However, under no circumstances should you modify , add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function
of your power chair .

WARNING! Do not modify your power chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Do not use
accessories if they have not been tested or approved for Pride products.

Pre-Ride Safety Check

Get to know the feel of your power chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before
each use to make sure your power chair operates smoothly and safely .

Perform the following inspections prior to using your power chair:

! Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain 35 psi (2.4 bar) in each tire if equipped with pneumatic tires.
! Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
! Check all controller connections to the power base. Make sure they are secured properly .
! Check the brakes. See VII. “Care and Maintenance.”
! Check battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”

NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride Provider for assistance.

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Weight Limitations

Y our power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity . Please refer to the specifications table for this limit.

MANDA TOR Y! Stay within the specified weight capacity of your power chair . Exceeding the weight
capacity voids your warranty. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage
resulting from failure to observe weight limitations.

WARNING! Do not carr y passengers on your power chair. Carr ying passengers on your power
chair may affect the center of gravity, resulting in a tip or a fall.

Tire Inflation

If your power chair is equipped with pneumatic tires, you should check or have the air pressure checked at least once a
week. Proper inflation pressures will prolong the life of your tires and help ensure the smooth operation of your power chair.

WARNING! It is important that 35 psi (2.4 bar) tire pressure be maintained in pneumatic tires at
all times. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires. Low pressure may result in loss of control,
and overinflated tires may burst. Failure to maintain 35 psi (2.4 bar) tire pressure in pneumatic
tires at all times may result in tire and/or wheel failure.

WARNING! Inflate your power chair drive tires from a regulated air source with an available pressure
gauge. Inflating your tires from an unregulated air source could overinflate them, resulting in a
burst tire.

Incline Information

More and more buildings have ramps with specified degrees of inclination, designed for easy and safe access. Some ramps
may have turning switchbacks (180-degree turns) that require you to have good cornering skills on your power chair.

! Proceed with extreme caution as you approach the downgrade of a ramp or other incline.
! T ake wide swings with your power chair’ s front wheels around any tight corners. If you do that, the power chair’s rear

wheels will follow a wide arc, not cut the corner short, and not bump into or get hung up on any railing corners.

! When driving down a ramp, keep the power chair’s speed adjustment set to the slowest speed setting to ensure a safely

controlled descent.

! A void sudden stops and starts.
When climbing an incline, try to keep your power chair moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly and then accelerate

cautiously . When driving down an incline, set your power chair to the slowest setting and drive in the forward direction
only . If your power chair starts to move down the incline faster than you anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a
complete stop by releasing the joystick, then push the joystick forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.

WARNING! When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the power chair in
freewheel mode while seated on it or standing next to it.

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 do wn a potentially hazardous incline (i.e., areas
covered with snow, ice, cut grass, or wet leav es).

WARNING! Never travel down an incline backwards. Doing so may cause the power
chair to tip. Always exercise extreme caution when negotiating an incline.

WARNING! If your power chair is equipped with a reclining seatback, do not attempt
to negotiate inclines with the seat in a reclined position. Do not attempt to negotiate
obstacles with the seat in a reclined position unless an attendant is present to help
stabilize the chair . F ailure to heed could result in the power chair tipping o ver .

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WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated
in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other
specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power c hair.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all handicap public access ramps are required to have a
maximum slope of 5° (8.7%). Therefore, Pride recommends that the maximum slope of an incline you attempt to safely
ascend or descend on your power chair does not exceed 5° (8.7%). See figure 1.

WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 5° (8.7%) may put your power
chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip.

5 (8.7%)

Figure 1. Maximum Safe Angle (Ascending and Descending)

Freewheel Mode

Y our power chair is equipped with a manual freewheel lever system to allow for manual maneuverability by a trained attendant.
For more information about how to place your power chair into and out of freewheel mode, see III. “Y our Power Chair .”

WARNING! Do not use your power chair in freewheel mode without an attendant present.
WARNING! Do not attempt to personally place your power chair in freewheel mode

while seated on it. Ask an attendant for assistance if necessary.
WARNING! Do not place your power chair in freewheel mode while on an incline or

decline. The chair could roll uncontrollably on its own.

Braking Information

Y our power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems:

1. Regenerative — uses electricity to rapidly slow the vehicle when the joystick returns to the center/stop position.

2. Disc Park Brake — activates mechanically after regenerative braking slows the vehicle to near stop, or when power
is removed from the system for any reason.

Cornering Information

While your power chair is equipped with rear caster wheels and front anti-tip wheels, excessively high cornering speeds can
still create the possibility of tipping. Factors which affect the possibility of tipping include, but are not limited to: cornering
speed, steering angle (how sharply you are turning), uneven road surfaces, inclined road surfaces, riding from an area of low
traction to an area of high traction (such as passing from a grassy area to a paved area – especially at high speed while turning),
and abrupt directional changes. High cornering speeds are not recommended. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner ,
reduce your speed and steering angle (i.e., lessen the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping.

WARNING! When cor nering sharply, reduce your speed and maintain a stable center of gravity.
This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. Always exercise common sense when cornering.

Public Streets and Roadways

WARNING! Y ou should not operate your power c hair 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.

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Outdoor Driving Surfaces

Y our 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.

! Reduce your power chair’s speed when driving on uneven terrain and/or soft surfaces.
! Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear .
! A void loosely packed gravel and sand.
! If you feel unsure about a driving surface, avoid that surface.

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 .
Thoroughly dry your power chair before storing, charging, or operating your power chair .

PROHIBITED! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy/slippery surfaces
can have an adverse eff ect on the electrical system. Maintain and store your power chair in a dry
and clean condition.

WARNING! Prolonged exposure to hot or cold conditions may affect the temperature of upholstered
and non-upholstered items on the power chair , possibly resulting in skin irritation. Exercise caution
when using the power chair in extremely hot or cold conditions or when exposing your power
chair to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

Stationary Obstacles (Steps, Curbs, etc.)

Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges and/or drop-offs (curbs, porches,
stairs, etc.). Be sure your power chair is traveling perpendicular to any curb you may be required to navigate. See figure 2.

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than 2 in. (5 cm) unless you have the assistance of an attendant.

WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed backwards down any step, curb, or
other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip.

Figure 2. Correct Curb Approach

Figure 3. Incorrect Curb Approach

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Stairs and Escalators

Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator .

WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalators.

Doors

! Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
! Drive your power chair gently and slowly forward to push the door open. Or drive your power chair gently and slowly

backwards to pull the door open.

Elevators

Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the elevator door(s).
! If you are in the doorway of an elevator when the door(s) begin to close, push on the rubber door edge or allow the

rubber door edge to contact the power chair and the door will reopen.

! Use care that pocketbooks, packages, or power chair accessories do not become caught in elevator doors.

Lift/Elevation Products

If you will be traveling with your power chair, you may find it necessary to use a lift/elevation product to aid in transporta­tion. Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions, specifications, and safety information set forth by the
manufacturer of the lift/elevation product before using that product.

WARNING! Never sit on your power chair when it is being used in connection with any
type of lift/elevation product. Your power chair w as not designed with suc h use in
mind and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility of
Pride.

Motor Vehicle Transport

Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your power chair while traveling in a motor vehicle. The power chair
should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured.

WARNING! Do not sit on your power chair while it is in a moving vehicle.
WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being

transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps should be
installed on the battery ter minals. Batteries should not be transpor ted with any flammable or
combustible items.

Positioning Belts

Y our authorized Pride Provider , therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your re­quirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your power chair safely .

WARNING! If you requir e a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is
fastened securely in order to reduce the possibility of a fall from the power chair.

WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is
your power chair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be
properly belted into seats approved by the v ehic le manufacturer .

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