Shoprider PHFW-1020, PHFW-1118, PHFW-1120, PHFW-1018 User Manual
Folding Power Chair
PHFW-1118 PHFW-1120
PHFW-1018 PHFW-1020
OWNER’S MANUAL
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................ 3
EMI WARNING................................................................................... 4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................. 6
IMPORTANT NOTES......................................................................... 7
USING THE SHOPRIDER FOLDING POWER CHAIR ..................... 9
GETTING TO KNOW THE JOYSTICK CONTROLLER (VSI 50) .................................................................... 9
DRIVE/FREEWHEEL MECHANISM ............................................................................................................ 10
TRANSFERRING ....................................................................................................................................... 11
FOLDING THE WHEELCHAIR .................................................................................................................... 12
ARMRESTS ............................................................................................................................................... 13
SWING-AWAY, DETACHABLE LEG RESTS ............................................................................................... 13
RAMPS, SLOPES AND CAMBERS ............................................................................................................. 14
LOOKING AFTER YOUR POWER CHAIR ..................................... 15
TIRES ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
UPHOLSTERY ........................................................................................................................................... 15
LUBRICATION AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................... 15
BATTERIES & BATTERY CHARGING ........................................... 16
BATTERY CHARGING PROCEDURE ............................................ 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................... 17
SPECIFICATION.............................................................................. 19
QUARTERLY INSPECTION ............................................................ 20
FPC-11 BATTERY INSTALLATION (PHFW-1118/PHFW-1120).... 21
NOTES ............................................................................................. 22
DISCLAIMER ................................................................................... 24
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on insisting the best. The Shoprider folding power
chair is the ultimate combination of style and comfort. The
compact folding feature supports easy transportation of your
Shoprider power chair for today’s active lifestyle. We hope that it
will provide many years of mobility for you.
This manual contains important information regarding the safe use
of the Shoprider folding power chair. Please read it carefully
before using and make sure you understand all the instructions.
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EMI WARNING
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) from Radio Wave Sources
Powered electric chairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic
interference, which is a kind of interfering electromagnetic energy
(EMI) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations,
amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios and cellular
phones. The interference (from radio wave sources) can cause the
power chairs to release its brakes, move by itself or move in
unintended directions. It can also permanently damage the powered
chair’s control system.
The sources of radiated EMI can be broadly classified into three
types:
1. Hand-held portable transceivers (transmitters-receivers) with
the antenna mounted directly on the transmitting unit.
Examples include: citizens band (CB) radios, “walkie talkies”,
security, fire and police transceivers, cellular telephones and
other personal communication devices
NOTE: Some cellular telephones and similar devices transmit
signals while they are ON, even when not being used.
2. Medium-Range mobile transceivers, such as those used in
police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and taxis. These usually
have the antenna mounted on the outside of the vehicle.
3. Long-Range transmitters and transceivers, such as commercial
broadcast transmitters (radio and TV broadcast antenna
towers) and amateur (HAM) radios.
NOTE: Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless
phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD
players, cassette players and small appliances such as
electric shavers and hair dryers, so far, as we know, are not
likely to cause problems to your power chair.
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Powered Chair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
Because EMI energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves
closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the EMI fields from handheld radio sources (transceivers) are of special concern. It is
possible to unintentionally bring high levels of EMI energy very close
to the power chair’s control system while using these devices. This
can affect powered chair movement and braking. Therefore, the
warnings listed below are recommended to prevent possible
interference with the control system of the powered chair.
WARNINGS
The following warnings listed below should reduce the chance of
unintended brake release or power chair movement, which could
result in serious injury.
1. Do not operate hand-held transceivers (transmitter-receivers),
such as citizens band (CB) radios, or turn ON personal
communication devices, such as cellular phones, while the
power chair is turned ON.
2. Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or TV stations,
and try to avoid coming close to them.
3. If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the
power chair OFF as soon as it is safe.
4. Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying
the power chair may make it more susceptible to EMI.
NOTE: There is no easy way to evaluate the overall immunity
of the powered chair.
Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake to the power
chair provider, and note whether there are sources of EMI nearby.
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Safety Instructions
Please do use the folding power chair to enhance your active
lifestyle. With increased mobility, please observe a few rules to
ensure safe operation of your folding power chair. So please…
1. Do not drive the folding power chair without reading this
manual.
Do not exceed the safe climbing maximum angle (Table 2).
2.
Do not use the joystick in an erratic manner when going up or
3.
down an incline.
Do not carry passengers or exceed the maximum weight limit
4.
(Table 2).
Do not turn off the joystick controller by switching the On/Off
5.
Button when moving at speed. This will bring the
electromagnetic brakes on immediately and could cause
damage to the joystick controller.
Do not drive over deep and soft terrain (soft dirt, loose gravel,
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deep grass).
Do not attempt to mount a curb height above 2 inches.
7.
Do not mount or dismount the folding power chair unless the
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electromagnetic brakes are engaged and the joystick
controller is off.
Do not operate the folding power chair if the unit is in
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freewheel mode.
10.
Do not use on the road, except when crossing between
sidewalks.
Do not sit on the folding power chair when in a vehicle, but
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transfer to a vehicle seat.
Do not exceed any grade over 8 degrees (14%).
12.
Always stop fully before changing forward or reverse
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direction.
Always engage a slow speed when going down gradients
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(move the joystick slowly towards center position to reduce
the speed).
Always approach and climb over curbs at slow speed.
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Always approach curbs and gradients at 90 degrees.
Always use the safety belt.
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18. Always keep the feet on the leg rest while driving.
Always make sure the batteries are fully charged before
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setting out on a journey.
20.
Always charge the folding power chair in a well ventilated
area to prevent any possible risk.
Always check that the drive wheels are engaged. Someone
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may have left the folding power chair in freewheel mode.
Always reduce your speed when turning sharply.
22.
Avoid turning sharply on a slope or gradient.
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To brake in an emergency simply release the joystick.
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Always try to find a “dropped curb” or “curb cutout” whenever
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possible.
Always keep your folding power chair properly maintained.
26.
Never try to use your folding power chair beyond it’s
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limitations as described in this manual.
Important Notes
The FPC-11 power chair is designed to assist in your individual
mobility needs. Any usage outside of the guidelines in this manual
may result in damage to the chair or injury to the user or third party.
1. Do not lift the wheelchair by the armrests
2. Do not lift the wheelchair by the footrest brackets
3. You can program the controller in conjunction with your supplier
to fine-tune the wheelchair performance characteristics.
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Feature Guide
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Figure 1
1. Armrest (height adjustable and flips up for transferring)
2. Joystick Controller
3. Charging Port
4. Seat
5. Standard Swing Away Leg rest (Elevating Leg Rest
Optional)
6. Front Castor (8” flat free tire)
7. Frame Serial Number (13 alphanumeric characters)
8. Rear Drive Wheel (12” flat free tire)
9. Anti-tip Wheel
10. Push Handle (foldable for compact storage and
transportation)
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