3. Parts Description 4. Operation i. Control panel ii. How to operate your powerchair iii. How to set freewheel mode 5. Battery charging and care i. Charging the battery ii. Battery iii. Replacing the batteries and charger Contents 6. Inspection and maintenance i. Inspection ii. Servicing Items iii. Storage iv. Assembly & Disassembly 1. Preface and Introduction 7. Troubleshooting 2. Safety Notice i. Before driving ii. Whilst driving iii. Labelling iv. EMI 8. Specification 9. Warranty 10.
As designs change some illustrations and pictures in the manual may not correspond to the vehicle that you purchased. We reserve the right to make design modifications. The Mambo Micro powerchair is part of the Mercury range, and has been designed and manufactured to provide a comfortable and secure yet affordable solution for some mobility problems.
• • 2.2 The maximum weight that can be carried is 115kg / 18 stone. Do not use the powerchair to carry or haul goods. Whilst Driving Carry out daily inspections. Refer to the section on Daily Checking. Do not move your body out of the powerchair while moving • Such action may cause you to lose your balance and risk injury and/or damage from falling. • Pay attention that your clothing and other garments do not get tangled or caught in the wheels.
70kg 8º N 2.3 90kg 7º 115kg 6º Warning Do not set in freewheel mode when driving on a gradient. Always re-engage the freewheel lever to ‘DRIVE’ before use. Failure to do so may result in injury. Labelling Please carefully read all labels on the powerchair before driving it. For your future reference, do not remove them. The labels are shown below: 4 4 CARELESSNESS CAUSES FIRE Medicare Technology Ltd. HX5 9JP AI1402 1 3 5 1 June 2000 6 This article contains Foam which passes the specified test.
This section of the manual will provide the user with basic information that describes the problems with EMI, known sources of EMI, protective measures either to lessen the possibility or exposure or to minimize the degree of exposure, and suggested action should unexpected or erratic movement occur. F Attention: It is very important that you read this information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic interference on your Mambo Micro Powerchair. 2.4.
F Attention: Other types of hand-held devices, such as cordless phones, laptop computers, AM/FM radios, TV sets, CD players, and cassette players, and small appliances, such as electric shavers and hair dryers, so far as we know, are not likely to cause EMI problems to your powerchair. 2.4.
3. Parts Description Parts Description 1 3 1. VR2 controller (remote) 2. Armrest pad 2 3. Seat back 4. Seat base 11 4 5. Drive (rear) wheel 6. Freewheel device 9 10 7. Castor wheel 8. Foot plate 7 8 5 9. Battery pack 10. Reset button (circuit breaker) 6 11. Swivel seat lever 4.
that the powerchair is switched on. It also indicates the operating status of the powerchair. 3. Increase Speed / Profile. Press this button to increase the maximum speed of the powerchair. 4. Decrease Speed / Profile. Press this button to decrease the maximum speed of the powerchair. 5. Speed / Profile Indicator. This shows the maximum speed of the powerchair. The more LEDs are lit, the faster the maximum speed. The powerchair can be configured to use drive profiles.
7 Bar 8 Bar 9 Bar 10 Bar 10 Bar + Speed A joystick fault is indicated. Make sure that the joystick is in the centre position before switching on the control system. A control system fault is indicated. Make sure that all connections are secure. The parking brakes have a bad connection. Check the parking brake and motor connections. Make sure the control system connections are secure. An excessive voltage has been applied to the control system. This is usually caused by a poor battery connection.
• To alter the seat height: 1. Remove the seat (as described previously) 2. Slacken the securement handle (shown by black arrow) and remove the lock pin (white arrow). 3. Reposition the seat post to the correct height. Reinsert the lock pin and retighten the securement handle. 4. Replace the seat. • Footplate Angle Adjustment To raise the angle of the footplate, turn the screw (shown by white arrow) clockwise using an M6 hex wrench. To lower the angle of the footplate, turn the screw anticlockwise.
N Warning: Risk of Suffocation. Caution: Users may be prone to ‘submarining’ where they slip down the powerchair until the lap belt is around the neck area. To reduce the possibility of this do not leave users unsupervised, ensure that there is not excessive slack in the belt, and ensure the lap belt is used as instructed. Do not use the lap belt as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Do not use the powerchair as a seat in motor vehicle. The lap belt may not be suitable for all powerchair users.
5. Battery Charging and Care 5.1 Charging the Battery There are two methods which can be used to charge the battery pack on the Mambo Micro: Method 1: On-board charging Method 2: Off-board charging Follow the procedure below step by step: Follow the procedure below step by step. 1. Switch the powerchair off 1. Switch the powerchair off. 2. Plug charger’s power cord in to the mains. 2. Lift out the battery pack from the powerchair using the handle on the top of the pack. 3.
) Attention: 1. 2. 3. 4. 1 Please use the Mercury charger only, and recharge the battery to its full capacity every time. You may damage the battery and powerchair if you use a charger which is not to the correct specification. Never disassemble or modify the charger. Please charge in a well-ventilated space which is not directly exposed to sunlight. Do not charge in environments where it is humid or damp.
1 Warning: Do not open the battery-sealed cap at any time. Batteries • The Mambo Micro is powered by 2# 12V 12ah batteries. • They are sealed lead acid type, and are maintenance free and non-spillable. • They are supplied with spade terminals. • The batteries supplied as standard with Mambo Micro Powerchair are classified as safe to transport under IATA special provision A67. (For more information please consult your dealer).
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1 YEAR Service Dates Controller On/off switch Joystick Braking Recharge point Batteries Levels Connections Discharge test Wheels and Tyres Wear Pressure Bearings Wheel nuts Motors Wiring Noise Connections Brake Brushes Chassis/Footrest Condition Footrest 2 3 4 YEAR Service Dates Upholstery Seat Back Armrests Electrics Connections condition Utility tray Test run Forwards Reverse stop Left turn Right turn Slope test Over obstacles List Items repaired 1 2 3 4 Tyres • • • ) 6.
6.4 Disassembling the Mambo Micro Powerchair The Mambo Micro powerchair can be dismantled in to four pieces without any tools. The pieces are the seat (weight 8.2kg), the front section (12kg), the rear section (16.1kg) and the battery pack (9.6kg). Please follow the steps below: 1. Switch off the powerchair. 2. Flip up the footplate. 3. Unplug the joystick and remove the seat and battery pack (as described in the ‘Operation’ section). 4.
7. Troubleshooting If you have trouble with you powerchair, please consult the table below before taking the powerchair to your dealer. If you cannot solve the problem, contact your dealer for assistance: SYMPTOM Limited driving distance PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION ♦ Batteries weak, won’t hold charge. ♦ Ensure batteries are charged for 12 hours before using. Make sure you are using the correct charger and the charger is working. ♦ Replace batteries ♦ Charger not working ♦ Battery connections loose.
8. Specification Model Reference Mambo Micro Powerchair Model Reference Drive system Mambo Micro (cont’d) Dimension (L x W x H) 91 x 53 x 82cm 35¾” x 21” x 32¼” Direct rear wheel drive (2No. DC motors) Total Weight 43.6kg / 96lb Braking system Electromagnetic Without batteries 34.6kg / 76lb Top speed 3.5mph / 5.6kph Batteries 12V 12Ah x 2 Climbing Angle 6º - 8º Charger 24V 2A Cruising range 8 miles / 12.
9.2 Warranty Conditions There is a comprehensive twelve-month warranty from the date on which your new powerchair is delivered. The warranty covers the powerchair for repairs or replacement during this period. For more detail, please see the Warranty Conditions below. Warranty Conditions: 1. Any work or replacement part installation must be carried out by an authorized Medicare Technology dealer / service agent. 2.
10. About Medicare Technology A wide range of accessories are available for the Mambo Micro range including Batteries, capes, and Scooter Alarms. As well as the above, there are a number of larger powerchairs, scooters and general accessories available from your Medicare Technology dealer Your Mambo Micro powerchair is a Mercury branded product. Mercury is a brand of Medicare Technology Ltd.
Notes and Additions Mercury Mambo Micro Powerchair Owner’s Handbook (Page 22) Part code: Z20943-00
