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- Page 1 Everest ™ with Captain Seat POWER WHEELCHAIR OWNER'S MANUAL GF0600050RevE06 ©GF Health Products, Inc. August 2006 IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WHEELCHAIR...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IV GEttInG StARtEd ...................... 11 V OpERAtInG InStRuCtIOnS ..................14 VI AdjuStMEntS ......................15 VII BAttERIES ........................4 VIII MAIntEnAnCE ......................3 IX tROuBlESHOOtInG ....................38 X lIMItEd WARRAnty ....................45 XI IndEX ..........................47 GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual... -
Page 3: I Introduction
The Everest with Captain Seat is intended for indoor and/or outdoor use, and is ideal for tight spaces and over firm surfaces. Its maximum weight capacity is 300 pounds (136 kg). -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
Protect yourself and your wheelchair by having your Everest with Captain Seat serviced regularly. When- ever any part of your Everest with Captain Seat is not functioning properly, contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer immediately, as a hazardous situation could result, causing personal injury or damage to your wheelchair. - Page 5 WARNING: Do not connect accessories to the batteries; it will decrease driving range and shorten battery life. Do not connect ANYTHING to only one battery; this will cause premature battery failure. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 6 Do not shift your weight in the direction that you are reaching and/or bending; this could cause the wheelchair to tip. WARNING: Unauthorized modification or the use of non-Everest & Jennings® replace- ment parts could change the structure of the wheelchair, void the warranty, and create a hazardous condition resulting in serious personal injury.
- Page 7 It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic inter- ference on your Everest & Jennings® Everest with Captain Seat power wheelchair. Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI), which is interfering electromagnetic (EM) energy emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios, and cellular telephones.
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Page 8: Important Information
1994) (the higher the level, the greater the protection); 2) This powered wheelchair model has an immunity level of 20 V/m. Be aware that using different components, adding accessories, or modifying the powered wheelchair may change the immunity level. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual... -
Page 9: Handling Tips
The Everest & Jennings® Everest with Captain Seat has been designed and engineered to perform as a sta- ble and well balanced unit when used as intended, but it is possible to tip the Everest with Captain Seat over if used improperly. We urge you to learn the characteristics of your wheelchair. It is most important to learn safe methods to perform the daily activities basic to your lifestyle. -
Page 10: Ramps And Inclines
If you encounter steps and there is no ramp available, avoid the steps by utilizing the disabled designated elevators now required in most locations. WARNING: Never attempt to negotiate steps, stairs or escalators in your Everest with Captain Seat. GF0600050RevE06, August 006... -
Page 11: Getting Started
It offers superior maneuverability and exceptionally tight turning capability. The theoretical range of the Everest with Captain Seat is approximately 10 miles (16 km) with a 220 pound (100 kg) user on a hard level surface with fully charged U1 sealed batteries, tested per ANSI/RESNA Specification WC04 Energy Consumption. - Page 12 The controller contains the connec- joystick tors to the rest of the wheelchair control system. connector The connectors used by Everest are labelled in motor 1 the picture above - connectors not labelled in this connector picture are not used by this wheelchair's control motor 2 connector system.
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Page 13: Horn Button
Section VII, BATTERIES. CIRCuIt BREAkER Your Everest with Captain Seat is equipped with a circuit breaker to protect the electrical circuits from overload. It is located in the base end cover (back of wheelchair for front wheel drive; front of wheelchair for rear wheel drive). -
Page 14: Operating Instructions
Front wheel drive: The base end cover / circuit breaker is located at the rear of the wheelchair. Rear wheel drive: The base end cover / circuit breaker is located at the front of the wheelchair. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual... -
Page 15: Adjustments
VI AdjuStMEntS The Everest with Captain Seat offers several adjustments to make it easier and more comfortable to drive. Adjustments are divided by component: Arm, Back, Headrest, Seat, Cowl, Front Rigging. Section VIII, MAINTENANCE, offers preventive maintenance suggestions for keeping your wheelchair in excellent condition;... - Page 16 WARNING: Ensure that arms are securely mounted, extension is securely mounted, cables are secured, and that cables are away from all moving parts before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 17 4. Perform steps 1-3 for other arm. 5. Ensure that both upper arms are mounted at the same height. lower arm tube WARNING: Ensure that arms are secure before occupy- adjust arm height ing or operating wheelchair. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 18 3. Let go of back when latch locks into place. Ensure that latch is locked in place. WARNING: Ensure that back is locked in upright position before occupying or operating wheelchair. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 19 2. Release when button latch has locked into place. Ensure that button latch is locked in place. WARNING: Ensure that headrest is locked in place before occupying or adjust headrest height operating wheelchair. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 20 SEAt You must remove the Everest with Captain Seat seat in order to perform certain seat height adjustments. Note: Removing the seat is best performed with a partner so that you are able to use both hands to re- move the seat. Remove seat (refer to the pictures at right) 1. Engage the drive wheels (with the drive engagement levers) and turn wheelchair power off.
- Page 21 4. Install the two locking pins that secure the rear seat mounts to the base frame. 5. Install seat: Follow steps 1-3 in the earlier section, Install seat. WARNING: Do not adjust seat height so that back is higher than front; this is an unsafe position. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 22 2. Install the two rear seat mounts. Ensure that both rear seat mounts are installed at the same height. 3. Install the two locking pins that secure the rear seat mounts to the base frame. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 23 3. Reinstall mounting nuts and bolts. Use M10 wrench and M4 hex key to tighten. WARNING: Ensure that all parts of footrests are secure, and that footplate extension assembly is securely mounted on seat frame, before occupying or operating wheelchair. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
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Page 24: Batteries
18 months. The purpose of proper maintenance is to extend that life as much as possible, and to mini- mize the incidence of unsatisfactory wheelchair performance. The Everest with Captain Seat uses two 12 volt deep cycle batteries, group size U1 or 22. For best perfor- mance, batteries with the highest possible amp-hour rating should be used. -
Page 25: Battery Charger
BAttERy CHARGER The Everest with Captain Seat 5-amp battery charger, included with the wheelchair, is pictured and described below. This battery charger is capable of charging both gel and sealed lead acid batteries. Please read this entire section, including SAFETY—CHARGING THE BATTERIES, before charging your batteries. output fuse battery ON/OFF... - Page 26 DO NOT pull on the cord. DO NOT twist, rock or pull the con- nector sideways. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
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Page 27: Charging The Batteries
6. When batteries are fully charged, place battery charger power switch in the OFF position. 7. Remove battery charger output connector from hand control receptacle. Note: If you experience a problem with your battery charger, please see Troubleshooting, battery charger in the TROUBLESHOOTING section Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006... - Page 28 " wrenches to remove nuts and screws that secure wire terminals to battery terminals. Set aside for reassembly. U1 batteries: Use two " wrenches to remove nuts and screws that secure wire terminals to battery terminals. Set aside for reassembly. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 29 Use two 7/16" wrenches to secure. Install battery cable negative wire terminal (-) to connect batteries negative battery terminal (-) of first bat- tery as shown. Use two 7/16" wrenches to secure. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 30 WARNING: Ensure that all cables are away from the moving parts of the wheelchair. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 31 2. Clean all battery terminals and clamps with a wire brush or battery terminal cleaning tool (this can be purchased at most auto parts stores). 3. Reinstall batteries; see Install batteries in previous REMOvE AND INSTALL BATTERIES sec- tion—follow steps 1-11. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
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Page 32: Maintenance
When you believe that a component or part of your Everest with Captain Seat is not functioning properly, imme- diately contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer, as a potentially hazardous condition could result. -
Page 33: General Care
Inspect all control system plug connectors visually at least once a week to be sure that they are securely fastened. Cable connections for both front wheel drive and rear wheel drive wheelchairs are shown on the following pages. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006... - Page 34 GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
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- Page 36 If there is a problem, do not operate the wheelchair. Contact your dealer. Repairs of the electromechanical park brakes, which keep your Everest with Captain Seat from rolling when stopped, should only be performed by an Graham-Field Health Products dealer.
- Page 37 Check bearings The Everest with Captain Seat has bearings only in the caster wheels, not in the drive wheels. Always be alert for unusual noises in the bearings or excessive caster wobble. These signs indicate that the bear- ings are becoming worn and may require replacement. The caster bearings should be inspected every six months and replaced as needed.
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
Please note that the hand control has an additional serial number label label on the side, which is not intended to be permanent; you may remove it. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual... -
Page 39: Circuit Breaker
TERIES, REGULAR BATTERY MAINTENANCE. Keep the posts and terminals clean and tight. CIRCuIt BREAkER Your Everest with Captain Seat is equipped with a circuit breaker to protect the electrical circuits from overload. It is located in the base end cover (front of wheelchair for rear wheel drive; back of wheelchair for front wheel drive). - Page 40 Operation of the wheelchair could be unsafe. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the wheelchair. If the dealer is unable to help you, contact Everest & Jennings' Customer Service Department for a list of qualified Graham-Field Health Products dealers in your area.
- Page 41 None Charge batteries if possible; control system OK. red &yellow lights illuminate None Low batteries; control system OK. red lights only illuminate or Charge batteries!!! flash slowly Possible Joystick out of neutral—leave joystick in neutral while turning red, yellow, & joystick fault wheelchair power on. Operate joystick to make sure it returns to green lights neutral. Turn ON/OFF button off and ON to reset. step up & down Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 42 8 lights flashing rapidly fault Possible The park brakes have a bad connection. Check the park brake & park brake motor connections. Ensure that controller connections are secure. 9 lights flashing rapidly fault If problem persists, call dealer. Excessive This is usually caused by a poor battery connection. Check the voltage controller and battery connections. 10 lights flashing rapidly C ommunication A communication fault is indicated. Ensure that hand control cable is fault securely connected and not damaged. 7 lights + S flashing rapidly GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
- Page 43 To check the output fuse: Unscrew fuse, shown in picture at right, in direction of arrow. output fuse Replace with same size and type. front panel WARNING: Do NOT replace the output fuse with the AC fuse. They have different fuse ratings, and interchanging them could result in fire. Contact your Graham-Field Health Products dealer. Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006...
- Page 44 Batteries are 100% or charged. Battery charging is complete. Turn battery charger power off and remove indicator 100% yellow battery charger output connector from hand control receptacle. LED illuminates Note: If you experience a problem with your battery charger and are unable to service it yourself, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the wheelchair. If the dealer is unable to help you, contact our Customer Service Department for a list of qualified Graham-Field Health Products dealers in your area. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
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Page 45: Limited Warranty
July 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/consumer or dealer/ non-consumer and to no other purchaser or transferee. GF Health Products, Inc. warrants the Everest with Captain Seat against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship as listed below: WARRANTY PERIODS 6 mo. - Page 46 This warranty contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior, contrary or additional representations or understandings, whether oral or written, concerning our warranty policy. GF0600050RevE06, August 006 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual...
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Page 47: Index
Seat, remove 20 Controller, check 36 Seat height, adjust 21 Controller diagnostic guide, general 40 Serial number location 38 Cowl 22 Cowl, install 22 Tires, check 36 Cowl, remove 22 Tools, adjustment, list 15 Curbs and steps 10 Tools, maintenance, list 33 Transfer activities 9 Drive engagement levers 14 Troubleshooting 38 Electromagnetic interference 7 Warning, significance 3 EMI warnings 8 Warnings 4 Warranty, limited 45 Footplate extension length, adjust 23 Width between arms, adjust 17 Footplates, flip up 23 Footrests, check 36 Frame, clean 36 Getting started 11 Everest with Captain Seat Owner's Manual GF0600050RevE06, August 006... - Page 48 U.S.A., Corporate Headquarters: Graham-Field Health Products 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30360 telephone: 800-347-5678, 770-447-1609 fax: 800-726-0601, 678-291-3232 www.grahamfield.com Everest & Jennings, GF, and Graham-Field are registered trademarks, and Everest is a trademark, of GF Health Products, Inc.
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