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  • Page 1 TRIDENT OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE SAFETY NOTICES III. SAFETY GUIDELINES EMI INFORMATION PARTS ASSEMBLY VII. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS VIII. OPERATION BATTERIES & CHARGING INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING XII. SPECIFICATIONS XIII. LIMITED WARRANTY XIV. ACCESSORIES Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 3: Preface

    The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities for any personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of improper or unsafe use of this product. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 4: Safety Notices

    Always make sure the power is turned off when getting in and out of the power wheelchair.  Always make sure freewheel levers are in the drive position before getting in or out of the power wheelchair.  Do not put the power wheelchair in freewheel when on an incline or decline.
  • Page 5 Do not stand on the footplate.  Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts while driving.  Be aware of loose fitting clothes that can become caught in the drive wheels.  Do not connect an extension cord to the battery charger. ...

  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    MODIFICATIONS Do not modify, remove, disable, or add any parts, features, or functions on your power wheelchair. Drive Medical offers a wide variety of accessories for your power wheelchair to help accommodate your needs. WARNING – Do not modify your power wheelchair in any way; doing so will void the warranty.

  • Page 7: Weight Capacity

    WARNING – Never put the power wheelchair in freewheel model while on an incline. WARNING – Drive your power wheelchair straight up or down an incline, never backwards. Erratic movements, or back and forth patterns may increase the chance of tipping.
  • Page 8 Disengaged, or “freewheel” mode, releases the locking mechanism on the gearbox allowing the power wheelchair to roll freely with or without power. Engaged, or “drive” mode, secures the locking mechanism on the gearbox preventing the power wheelchair from rolling freely.
  • Page 9 While your power wheelchair is purposed for in-home use to assist you in daily living activities; Drive Medical understands there are times you need to operate the power wheelchair outdoors, and has designed it to perform superbly on level outdoor surfaces.
  • Page 10 Reduce the forward speed just before the front wheels come in contact with the obstacle, and remain at the reduced speed until power wheelchair has cleared the obstacle, and then you may increase the forward speed. CORRECT INCORRECT APPROACH: APPROACH: Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 11 WARNING – Do not sit in your power wheelchair while in a moving vehicle. SAFETY BELT A safety belt is included with your power wheelchair. Your authorized Drive Medical Provider, assistive technology therapist, or healthcare professional are responsible for determining your requirement for a safety belt to operate your power wheelchair safely.
  • Page 12 ATTENTION – Be aware of your own physical limitations when familiarizing yourself with the power wheelchair. ATTENTION – Be aware of precautions, warnings, and safety issues when taking prescribed or over-the-counter drugs while operating your power wheelchair. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 13: Emi Information

    WARNING – Be aware of nearby transmitters, such as radio or television stations, and avoid close proximity. WARNING – If you experience unintended movement or brake release occurs, power off as soon as it is safe. Please report EMI incidents to Drive Medical. Trident Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Parts

    Owner’s Manual. Headrest Seat Back Armrests Controller Controller Harness Adjustment Knobs Seat Base Seat Bracket Freewheel Levers Caster Forks Caster Wheels Drive Wheels Foot Platform Anti-Tip Wheels Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 15 Familiarize yourself with the terminology to better understand references throughout the Owner’s Manual. Controller Keypad Overlay Charger Input Controller Harness Power Module Left Motor Left Motor Harness Right Motor Right Motor Harness Battery 1 Battery 2 Circuit Breaker In-Line Fuses Battery Harnesses Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 16: Assembly

    Secure the armrests by tightening the star knobs on the back of the seat frame. Step 3: Make sure the power wheelchair’s battery harnesses are connected. Then route the joystick harness under the seat frame to connect to the power module. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 17 Step 6: Fully charge the power wheelchair by inserting the round charger connector into the battery charging terminal on the front of the controller, and then insert the 3-pronged plug into a standard electrical outlet. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 18: Comfort Adjustments

    Remove the seat from the base, and locate three quick-release pins securing the seat frame to the power wheelchair base. Remove the quick-release pins, and adjust the seat frame to the desired height. Reinstall the quick-release pins securely to reduce vibrations. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 19 Armrest Width: The armrest width can be adjusted by loosening the star knob on the seat frame, and sliding the armrests inward or outward to the desired width. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 20 Footplate Angle: The footplate angle can be adjusted by lifting up on the footplate, and tightening or loosening the bolt under the footplate. Tightening will lower the angle, and loosening will raise the angle of the footplate. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 21 Seat Recline: The reclining angle of the seat can be adjusted by pulling up on the lever on the side of the seat. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 22: Operation

    Press the speed down button to the lowest speed setting. Start to steer, moving the joystick to drive forward, backward, left or right. If you want to stop the power wheelchair, release the joystick and it will automatically return to the center position to stop the unit.
  • Page 23 VIII. OPERATION Controller Functions: Battery Gauge Power On/Off Horn Speed Gauge Speed Down Speed Up Joystick Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 24: Batteries & Charging

    SUGGESTION – If you use your power wheelchair infrequently, charge the batteries once a week for 10 to 14 hours. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 25 SUGGESTION – When transporting your power wheelchair on public transportation contact your carrier’s ticket counter in advance to determine their specific requirements. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...

  • Page 26: Inspection & Maintenance

    Your power wheelchair is an advanced mobility device, and with the correct routine maintenance you can ensure years of maximum use. While some of the maintenance can be done by yourself, you may need assistance from an authorized Drive Medical provider. If you have any doubts, contact your authorized Drive Medical provider.
  • Page 27 WARNING – Never hose off your power wheelchair or expose it to direct contact with water. WARNING – Never use any chemicals on the upholstery of your seat, this may cause the seat to dry out and crack. Trident Owner’s Manual www.drivemedical.com...
  • Page 28 Drive Medical provider for information on proper disposal. CONTACTING YOUR AUTHORIZED DRIVE MEDICAL PROVIDER The following conditions may indicate a serious problem with your power wheelchair. Contact your authorized Drive Medical provider if one of the following conditions occurs:  Motor or gearbox noise ...
  • Page 29 Check the anti-tip wheels for wear, and contact with the ground while at rest Check for sufficient tread on the drive tires Check the caster wheels for wear and sufficient tread Check the caster forks for fluttering or damage...

  • Page 30: Basic Troubleshooting

    Power Module Check all electrical connections and leads for a secure Fault connection. Park Brake Put the freewheel levers in “drive” mode. Check parking Fault brake connections. Battery Fault Excessive battery voltage, check all connections. Once the recommended action is taken, turn the power wheelchair off and then back on again to clear the flash code.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    193 lbs. * Speed and range vary with user weight, type of terrain, battery charge and condition The information contained herein is correct at the time of publication; Drive Medical reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice. Trident Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 32: Limited Warranty

    ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS Items not mentioned or listed are covered at the discretion of Drive Medical. Any accessories, standard or optional, supplied by Drive Medical, are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase with the particular unit.
  • Page 33 REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do Parts that are supplied by Drive Medical as replacements to warranted parts will be not allow the exclusion or limitation of warranted for a period of time equal to the incidental, punitive, special and remainder of the original part’s warranty...

  • Page 34: Accessories

    XIV. ACCESSORIES Add functionality and convenience to your Drive power wheelchair with these options and accessories. Contact your authorized Drive Medical provider or visit www.drivemedical.com for more information. Swing-away Elevating Leg Rests Cylinder Tank Crutch/Cane Controller Arm (ELRs) Carrier Holder...

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