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USER’S MANUAL
Marvel Series
HP-1
HP-1L
HP-1S
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Assembly & Disassembly |
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Adjustments for Seating Comfort |
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Operation |
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Batteries and Charger |
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Specifications |
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a Summit Power mobility product. We hope that it will provide many years of mobility for you.
This is a general manual for our power wheelchairs, HP-1, HP-1L, and HP-1S. The information in this manual applies to all these models. HP-1 is a power wheelchair with seat width of 18”, HP-1L with 20” seat width and HP-1S with 16” seat width. We use “HP-1” or “power wheelchair” to refer to all these models in this manual. Your Summit power mobility product HP-1, HP1L and HP-1S were designed with three basic objectives in mind: value, durability, and reliability.
We have prepared this manual to guide you in the proper use of your power wheelchair while performing daily activities. For your safety, you should become familiar with proper operating techniques before use. 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.
Summit is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any person’s failure to follow the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owner’s manual. Summit is also not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any person’s failure to exercise good judgement and/or common sense when operating the HP-1.
Our distribution center has inspected your power wheelchair thoroughly. However, damage may have occurred during shipment. Please inspect your power wheelchair and if you notice any damage, notify your dealer immediately.
Routine inspection and maintenance are essential for safety and long-term use. Keep your power wheelchair in good working condition by correcting problems promptly. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Please complete the following information now for ready reference in the event service becomes necessary whether under or outside of warranty.
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COMPONENTS
Your power wheelchair is shipped partially disassembled to protect it during shipping. After unpacking, please check whether you have received the following main components as our standard specification (Fig. 1).
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Charger |
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Footrest |
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Cushion |
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Elevating legrest (Optional) |
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operation of Chair
1.Always ensure that the power is switched off when getting in or out of the wheelchair. This will eliminate the possibility of accidentally activating the joystick and causing injury to yourself or others.
2.Always check that the drive wheels are engaged (drive mode) before driving.
3.Set the speed control knob according to your driving ability and the environment in which you are going to operate. We recommend that you keep the speed at the slowest position (fully counter-clockwise) until you are familiar with the driving characteristics of this vehicle. We also recommend that you use the slowest speed when using your power wheelchair indoors.
4.Always reduce your speed when making sharp turns.
5.Do not switch off the power when the wheelchair is still moving forward. This will bring the chair to an extremely abrupt stop.
6.Avoid jerky stop/start motions as this will result in excessive current draw from the batteries, increased tire wear and the rapid wearing of the gearboxes and motors.
7.To brake in an emergency, simply release the joystick.
Ramps and Curbs
8.When driving up or down ramps, be sure to check that the angle of the slope is less than 12 degrees (slopes about 1/5). Also check that ramp surface is roughened to prevent slipping, and that ramp surface is correctly in line with the tires and is wide enough to allow the tires to pass freely along the ramp.
9.Always climb or descend gradients perpendicular to the slope. Never drive across the slope or turn sharply on a slope. Check that the slope surface is roughened to prevent slipping. Do not attempt to climb or descend slope greater than 12 degrees (slopes about 1/5).
10.When driving up curbs, always check the height of the curb to ensure that it does not exceed 1-1/2” in height. Traverse up or down curbs perpendicular to the curb.
Transfers, Reaching and Bending
11. Transferring on and off the HP-1 requires a good sense of balance. Have an attendant present at all times until you learn to safely transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Summit recommends performing the following tasks before attempting a transfer:
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BPosition chair so that the distance between your power chair and the object to which you are transferring is close enough for a safe transfer.
BTurn the power off.
BEnsure that your power chair is not in freewheel mode.
BFlip up or remove armrests.
BFlip up footplate or remove footrest or legrest.
BTurn both caster wheels towards the transfer direction to improve power chair stability during transfer.
12.When reaching, bending or leaning while seated on your power chair, make sure that you maintain a stable center of gravity to keep the power chair from tipping.
General
13.Always use a seat belt, keep your arms on or inside the armrests, and keep feet on the footplate at all times.
14.For safety reasons, make sure that your weight does not exceed the recommended weight limit of the wheelchair. Consult your dealer for the specified weight limits for your particular model.
15.Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable parts. Personal injury and damage to the power chair may result.
16.Do not stand on the footplate directly.
17.Never try to use your wheelchair beyond its limitations as described in this manual.
18.Do not operate your vehicle if it is not functioning properly.
19.Do not connect any electrical or mechanical device to the vehicle. Failure to obey this instruction may result in injury and will void the warranty.
20.Never use electronic radio transmitters such as CB’s, walkie-talkies, portable computers or cellular phones while using the vehicle without first turning the vehicle off.
Use While Under The Influence Of Medication Or Alcohol
21.Check with your physician if you are taking any medication that may affect your ability to operate your power wheelchair safely.
22.Do not operate your HP-1 while you are under the influence of alcohol, as this may impair your ability to operate your power chair in a safe manner.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) from Radio Wave Sources
The rapid development of electronics, especially in the area of communications, has saturated our environment with electromagnetic (EM) radio waves that are emitted by television, radio and communication signals. These EM waves are invisible and their strength increases as one approaches the source. All electrical conductors act as antennas to the EM signals and, to varying degrees, all power wheelchairs and scooters are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI). This interference could result in abnormal, unintentional movement and/or erratic control of the vehicle. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suggests that the following statement be incorporated to the user's manual for all power wheelchairs like the HP-1:
Power wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in this section, both will be referred to as powered wheelchairs) may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic energy 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 powered wheelchair to release its brakes, move by itself or move in unintended directions. It can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair's control system. The intensity of the EM energy can be measured in volts per meter (V/m). Each powered wheelchair can resist EMI up to a certain intensity. This is called the "immunity level". The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection. At this time, current technology is capable of providing at least 20 V/m of immunity level, which would provide useful protection against common sources of radiated EMI.
Following the warnings listed below should reduce the chance of unintended brake release or powered wheelchair movement that could result in serious injury:
1.Do not turn on hand-held personal communication devices such as citizens band (CB) radios and cellular phones while the powered wheelchair 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 powered wheelchair off as soon as it is safe.
4.Be aware that adding accessories or components, or modifying the powered wheelchair, may make it more susceptible to interference from radio wave sources. (Note: It is difficult to evaluate the effect on the overall immunity of the powered wheelchair).
5.Report all incidents of unintended movement or brake release to the powered wheelchair manufacturer, and note whether there is a radio wave source nearby.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TURN OFF YOUR POWERED WHEELCHAIR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE WHEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING:
!Unintentional motions.
!Unintended or uncontrollable direction.
!Unexpected brake release.
The FDA has written to the manufacturers of power wheelchairs asking them to test new products to be sure they provide a reasonable degree of immunity against EMI. The FDA requires that a powered wheelchair should have an immunity level of at least 20 V/m, which provides a reasonable degree of protection against more common sources of EMI. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection.
Your powered wheelchair has an immunity level of 20 V/m which should protect against common sources of EMI.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Environmental conditions may affect the safety and performance of your power wheelchair. Water and extreme temperatures are the main elements that can cause damage and affect performance.
A) Rain, Sleet and Snow
If exposed to water, your power wheelchair is susceptible to damage to electronic or mechanical components. Water can cause electronic malfunction or promote premature corrosion of electrical components and frame.
B) Temperature
Some of the parts of the power wheelchair are susceptible to change in temperature. The controller can only operate in temperatures that range between 18 °F (-8 °C) and 122 °F (50 °C).
At extreme low temperatures, the batteries may freeze, and your power wheelchair may not be able to operate. In extreme high temperatures, it may operate at slower speeds due to a safety feature of the controller that prevents damage to the motors and other electrical components.
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