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JAZZY
SERIES
™
How a Power Chair should FEEL!
Including Models: Jazzy 1170XL Plus 2VHD, Jazzy 1170XL Plus 3VHD
1-800-800-8586 (US) 1-888-570-1113 (Canada)
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SAFETY GUIDELINES SAFETY GUIDELINES The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the power chair to identify warnings and important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/situation. Failure to follow designated procedures can cause either personal injury, component damage, or malfunction. On the product, this icon is represented as a black symbol on a yellow triangle with a bl
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CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................4 II. SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................6 III. YOUR POWER CHAIR .......................................................................................................................14 IV. ASSEMBLY.........................
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I. INTRODUCTION SAFETY WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The power chair you have purchased combines state-of- the-art components with safety, comfort, and styling in mind. We are confident that these design features will provide you with the conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Once you understand how to safely operate and care for your power chair, it should give you years of trouble free operation and service. Read and follow all instructions, warnings,
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I. INTRODUCTION PRIDE OWNERS CLUB As an owner of a Pride product, you are encouraged to enroll in the Pride Owners Club. Complete and return your enclosed product registration card or visit Pride’s web site at www.pridemobility.com. From our home page, select “Owners Club” to enter a page dedicated to current and potential Pride product owners. You will gain access to interviews, stories, recreation ideas, daily living tips, product and funding information, and interactive message boards. These
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II. SAFETY GENERAL GUIDELINES MANDATORY! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the power chair user. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of power chair to be used is the responsibility of th
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II. SAFETY Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. WARNING! Stay within the specified weight capacity of your power chair. Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty. Pride will not be held responsible for injuries and/or property damage resulting from failure to observe weight limitations. WARNING! Do not carry passengers on your power chair. Carrying passengers on your power chair may affect the
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II. SAFETY WARNING! Even though your power chair is capable of climbing slopes greater than those illustrated in figure 1, do not, under any circumstances, exceed the incline guidelines or any other specifications presented in this manual. Doing so could cause instability in your power chair. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, all handicap public access ramps are required to have a maximum slope of 5° (8.7%). Therefore, Pride recommends that the maximum slope of an i
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II. SAFETY Public Streets and Roadways WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution. Outdoor Driving Surfaces Your power chair is designed to provide optimum stability under normal driving conditions—dry, level surfaces composed of concrete, bla
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II. SAFETY WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher than 2 in. (5 cm) unless you have the assistance of an attendant. WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed backward down any step, curb, or other obstacle. This may cause the power chair to tip. Stairs and Escalators Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator. WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate steps or escalato
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II. SAFETY Batteries In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For more information about your power chair’s batteries, see VI. “Batteries and Charging.” WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques and avoid lifting beyond your capacity. WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and l
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II. SAFETY Transfers Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury, Pride recommends that you or a trained attendant perform the following tasks before attempting a transfer: ! Turn off the power to the controller. ! Ensure your power chair is not in freewheel mode. See III. “Your Power Chair.” ! Turn the caster wheels
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II. SAFETY WARNING! Although the power chair seat has passed the necessary testing requirements for cigarette smoke, Pride recommends that you adhere to the following safety guidelines: ! Do not leave lit cigarettes unattended. ! Keep ashtrays a safe distance from the seat cushions. ! Always make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before disposal. Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI) WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic and radio frequency wave
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR THE JAZZY 1170 XL PLUS SERIES POWER CHAIR Your power chair has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figures 5 and 6. Typically, the seat assembly includes the armrests, seatback, and seat base. The power base assembly includes two motor/brake assemblies, two drive wheels, two anti-tip wheels, two caster wheels, two batteries, and wiring harnesses. HEADREST SEATBACK SEAT ASSEMBLY ARMRESTS CONTROLLER (VSI SHOWN) SEAT BASE POWER BASE ASSEMBLY CASTER WHEEL FOO
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III. YOUR POWER CHAIR 1170 XL PLUS SPECIFICATIONS Suspension: Active-Trac Suspension Drive Wheels: 16 in. (40.64 cm), solid, center-mounted Caster Wheels: 9 in. (22.86 cm), solid, rear articulating Anti-tip Wheels: 8 in. (20.32 cm), solid, front mounted Maximum Speed:¹ Up to 5 mph (8.04 km/h) 1 Range: Variable up to 15 miles (24 km) Brakes: “Intelligent Braking,” electronic regenerative, disc park brake Ground Clearance:² 4 in. (10.16 cm) Turning Radius:² 26.75 in. (67.95 cm) Overall Size:² Leng
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III. YOUR PO WER CHAIR BATTERIES ELECTRONICS TRAY FREEWHEEL LEVER ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER (LOCATED UNDER ELECTRONICS TRAY) MOTOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY FREEWHEEL LEVER Figure 6. Jazzy 1170XL Plus Series Power Base (Shroud Removed) CONTROLLER CONNECTOR (VSI SHOWN) MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER CHARGER POWER CORD AMMETER Figure 7. Jazzy 1170XL Plus Series Electrical Components 16 www.pridemobility.com Jazzy 1170 XL Plus Series
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III. YOUR PO WER CHAIR Electronics Tray The electronics tray is located on the back of the power base. See figures 6 and 7. The ammeter, charger power cord, the main circuit breaker, and controller connectors are all located on the electronics tray. Ammeter: The ammeter displays the charger’s current output in amps. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.” Charger Power Cord: The charger power cord plugs into a standard electrical outlet to supply power to the onboard battery charger during battery ch
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III. YOUR PO WER CHAIR Freewheel Levers For your convenience, your power chair is equipped with two freewheel levers. See figures 8 and 9. These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and maneuver the chair manually. WARNING! Do not use your power chair while the drive motors are disengaged! Do not disengage the drive motors when your power chair is on an incline, as the unit could roll on its own. Only engage the freewheel mode when on a level surface. WARNING! It is important to rememb
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IV. ASSEMBLY INITIAL ASSEMBLY Your power chair may require some assembly either before initial use or after transportation. It may also require disassembly to make some comfort adjustments. Figure 10 details those parts of the power chair that are designed to be disassembled and assembled by an end user or by a qualified caregiver before using the product or making comfort adjustments. NOTE: Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the disassembly or adjustment of the power chair must be replace
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IV. ASSEMBLY Seat Installation The standard seat installation method incorporates the seat frame and four adjustable seat posts located on the power base. WARNING! Do not pick up the seat frame by the armrests. They are free to pivot, and you may lose control of the seat if they do so. To install the seat: 1. Make sure the chair is in drive mode. 2. Remove the quick release pins from each of the four seat pin receivers. See figure 10. 3. Set the seat on the seat towers. 4. Install the quick rele
