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- Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL & INSTRUCTIONS 12 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington, NY 11050 Toll Free: 877-224-0946 • 516-998-4600 Website: www.drivemedical.com...
- Page 2 Back Upholstery Armrest Controller Batteries Rear Wheel Set Frame Footrests Casters & Fork...
- Page 3 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO NEGOTIATE A RAMP THE FOLLOWING BASIC SAFETY RULES SHOULD BE CONSIDERED 1. Surface of the ramp: Is it too slippery? 2. Degree of incline: Is it too steep to attempt alone? 3. Length of ramp: Is it too long for your endurance? 4.
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Page 4: Unpacking And Assembly
UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY UNPACKING After removing your Cirrus Plus Wheelchair from the carton please check that you have been supplied with the following main parts as standard specification. 1. The main frame with Motors /gearboxes and front castors attached 2. Front rigging with swing away footrests (Fig. 1) 3. - Page 5 AFTER FOLLOWING ALL THE STEPS IN GENERAL OPERATION PROCEED WITH THE FOLLOWING. 1. There are two batteries. Attach the wiring loom to each battery making sure that the correct polarity is observed. Red wire attach on positive pole (also the red color). Black wire attach on negative pole (also the black color).
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Page 6: General Operation
GENERAL OPERATION 1. Hold the two armrests with your hands. 2. Extend the armrests outwards. 3.Push down on the seat rails to ensure the seat opens fully and locks into the receivers on the wheelchair side frames. 4. Swing the footrests around to the front of the chair and ensures that they lock into place. -
Page 7: Special Features
SPECIAL FEATURES FREEWHEEL LEVERS The Cirrus Plus Wheelchair is equipped with two freewheel levers. (Fig. 10) These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! DO NOT use your wheelchair while the drive motors are disengaged unless you are in the presence of an attendant! DO NOT disengage the drive motors when your wheelchair is on an incline. - Page 8 ARMREST The height adjustable T-type armrest (Fig. 11) is provided as standard equipment on your wheelchairs. Adjustment for the wheelchair is facilitated by a lock pin inserted from the outside of the armrest support at the lower extremity and the top of the armrest post.
- Page 9 REPLACE WORN OR TORN FABRIC IMMEDIATELY. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A FALL AND CAUSE SEVERE INJURY TO YOU. SEAT Cirrus Plus wheelchairs feature seat upholstery that can be tensioned. While there should be no adjustment necessary upon delivery of your new chair, over time stretch of the upholstery could occur.
- Page 10 FOOTREST Your Cirrus Plus wheelchair comes standard with swing-away detachable footrests and foot-plates, which are height adjustable. To adjust the height, remove the (Fig. 14) securing screws and nuts from each side and slide the extension tube and footplate up or down to the desired height.
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Page 11: Safe Driving Techniques
SAFE DRIVING TECHNIQUES DRIVING YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR BEFORE SITTING IN YOUR CIRRUS PLUS WHEELCHAIR INSURE THAT: 1. The Power wheelchair is switched off. 2. Be certain motor freewheel levers are in the “engaged” position 3. The battery charger is disconnected After transferring make sure that you are comfortably positioned and that the leg rests and armrests have been adjusted to suit your needs. -
Page 12: Safe Driving
SAFE DRIVING 1. Never drive at a speed greater than your ability to safely control your chair. Remember that wet or loose surfaces need greater care and control. 2. Always turn the chair off and engage the wheel locks when transferring or while the chair is stationary for long periods. -
Page 13: Chair Response
CHAIR RESPONSE Should the chairs' response not be to your satisfaction, ask your Dealer to adjust the programming to a level at which you are comfortable. This programming can be altered at anytime to either increase the response rates in line with your improved motor skills or to lower the rates to level at which you feel comfortable and in control. -
Page 14: Batteries And Charging
BATTERIES & CHARGING When your batteries are fully charged you should have sufficient power to give you all the mobility required in a day - It is important that you understand how your batteries and charger work. BATTERY MAINTENANCE If the batteries are the dry cell type there is no maintenance required. CHARGING THE BATTERIES 1. -
Page 15: Replacing The Batteries
REPLACING THE BATTERIES CAUTION! - If you have doubts about your ability to lift any components, it is recommended that you seek assistance so as to avoid injury. 1. Turn the power off. 2. Disconnect the battery connection plugs at the side of the battery tray. 3. -
Page 16: Battery Connections
BATTERY CONNECTIONS BLACK CUT-OUT SWITCH BLACK BLACK Fig. 16 FRONT... - Page 17 TIRES FOLLOW THESE EASY STEPS FOR A QUICK AND SAFE REPAIR: 1. Use a ratchet and socket to remove the drive wheel screw from the center hub of the wheel. 2. Pull the wheel off of the axle. 3. Separate the tire from the rim. (Pneumatic style only) 4.
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Page 18: Maintenance, Cleaning & Fault Finding
MAINTENANCE, CLEANING & FAULT FINDING An electric wheelchair needs some basic attention to ensure it provides reliable service. We recommend that the user ensure that the power wheelchair is checked regularly for maintenance requirements and receives a thorough annual maintenance check up. We recommend that the chair have at least one full service from an authorized dealer when needed. - Page 19 7. Keep wheels free from lint, hair, sand and carpet fibers. 8. Lightly oil axle pin, wheel axles and bearings once every three months. 9. Use only recommended batteries and have batteries changed only by Qualified Dealers. 10. Charge batteries regularly. Make sure the charger lead plugs are engaged properly in the sockets.
- Page 20 FAULT FINDING CHECKLIST PROBLEM: The controller light flashes ACTION: If the lamp flashes immediately when the power is switched on and the joystick is engaged, switch the power off, wait a few seconds, then switch on again. Wait for two seconds before engaging the joystick. PROBLEM: The controller lamp flashes slowly while driving.
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Page 21: Limited Warranty
• Upholstery and seating • Repairs and/or modifications made to any part without specific prior Written from DRIVE Medical Design & Manufacturing • Labor, service calls, shipping, and other charges incurred for repair of the product unless specifically by an authorized dealer. - Page 22 THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: • This warranty is extended only to the original purchase. • The Company will not accept responsibility If the fault was caused by misuse or failure to observe the instructions in the User's Manual. •...
- Page 23 Cirrus Plus wheelchair Warranty Registration Please type or print Serial#__________________________________________Date Purchased___/___/___ Owner Name ___________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________State ________ Zip ____________ Additional Required Owner Information Please indicate your understanding of your Cirrus Plus wheelchair by completing the following information. _________ I have read and fully understand __________ Owners Manual, especially sections on operating instructions, safety guidelines, maintenance and battery instructions.
- Page 24 FIRST HERE FOLD Place Stamp Here 12 Harbor Park Drive Port Washington, NY 11050 FOLD HERE SECOND STAPLE TAPE WITH SEAL...
- Page 25 12 Harbor Park Drive, Port Washington, NY 11050 Toll Free: 877-224-0946 • 516-998-4600 Website: www.drivemedical.com...
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