Owner’s Manual Alber Technologies Limited, Chantry Court, Sovereign Way, Chester, England. CH1 4QN Tel: 01244 394240 Fax: 01244 394254 Email: Info@alber.co.uk www.alber.co.
S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional assistance for set-up, contact your local authorized Pride provider. Using your Pride product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions in this owners manual.
CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4 II. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 6 III. OPERATION ................................................................................................................................. 8 IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS.....................................
I. INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products, Ltd. (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jazzy power chair. The Jazzy 1103 design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with modern, attractive styling. We are certain that the design features and trouble-free operation of your new Jazzy power chair will add convenience to your daily living. At Pride, your safety is important to us.
I. INTRODUCTION Pride Owners Club As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to register your products warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club. You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by visiting Prides web site at www.pridemobility.com. As a registered member, each time you visit our site, you will have access to the most interactive and honest educational venue available today for people with mobility needs, their families and friends.
II. SAFETY The Jazzy 1103 is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to enhance your mobility. There are, however, certain situationsincluding some medical conditionswhere you will need to practice operating your Jazzy 1103 in the presence of an attendant. Below are some safety tips that are designed to help you become accustomed to your new Jazzy. WARNING: The Jazzy 1103 is a motorized vehicle.
II. SAFETY PUBLIC ROADS AND PARKING LOTS WARNING: Do not operate your Jazzy 1103 on public streets and roadways. Please be aware it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are seated in your Jazzy. To ensure your safety, always assume you cannot be seen. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Safety accessories like reflectors, fluorescent flags, and various lighting packages are available to order from your Pride provider.
III. OPERATION JAZZY 1103 COMPONENTS Your Jazzy has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figure 1. There are a variety of seating options that are designed to accommodate most users. Typically, the seating system includes armrests, seatback, seat base, and joystick. Your Jazzy seat may also have some optional accessories attached to it, such as a basket, cane/crutch holder, a cup holder, or a power seat switch. The power base is the heart of the Jazzy.
III. OPERATION Specifications Suspension: Full suspension Drive Wheels: 25 cm pneumatic, center-mounted (solid tyres are optional) Rear Casters: 20 cm solid, rear articulating Anti-tip: 15 cm solid, front mounted Max.
III. OPERATION SEAT POST CONNECTOR HOUSING MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY BATTERY CHARGER BATTERY BATTERY FREEWHEEL LEVERS (Disengaged Position) MOTOR/BRAKEASSEMBLY FIGURE 2. Jazzy 1103 Power Base (shroud r emoved) MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER JOYSTICK CONTROLLER CONNECTORS FIGURE 3.
III. OPERATION ELECTRONICS CONNECTOR HOUSING The connector housing is located on the rear of the Jazzy. See figure 3. The connector housing holds the main circuit breaker and controller harness connectors. Main circuit breaker: The main circuit breaker is a safety feature built into your Jazzy 1103. When the batteries and the motors are heavily strained (e.g., from excessive loads), the main circuit breaker trips to prevent damage to the motors and the electronics.
III. OPERATION BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGING Your Jazzy 1103 uses two long-lasting, 12-volt batteries. These batteries are sealed, maintenance-free, deepcycle batteries. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a deep discharge. Though they are similar in appearance to automotive batteries, they are not interchangeable. Automotive batteries are not designed to handle a long, deep discharge and also are unsafe.
III. OPERATION BATTERY BREAK-IN To break in your Jazzys new batteries for maximum efficiency: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance. 2. Run your Jazzy 1103 about the house. Move slowly at first and dont stray too far until you become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries. 3. Give the batteries another full charge of 8 to 14 hours and run the Jazzy 1103 again.
III. OPERATION What type of battery should I use? We recommend deep-cycle batteries that are sealed and maintenance free. Both Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) and Gel Cell are deep-cycle batteries and are similar in performance.
III. OPERATION NOTE: If you are storing a Jazzy 1103 for an extended period of time, you may wish to block the unit up off the ground with several boards under the frame. This will keep the tyres off the ground and prevent the possibility of flat spots developing. JAZZY OPERATION/CONTROLLER You control the speed and direction of your Jazzy by moving the joystick. To operate your Jazzy: SPEED/RESPONSE 1. Turn it on (push the on/off button).
III. OPERATION JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS The joystick controls the direction and speed of the wheelchair. When you move the joystick from the center (neutral) position, the electromagnetic brake releases and allows the wheelchair to move. The further you push the joystick from its neutral position the faster you can move the chair. When you release the joystick and allow it to return to the neutral position, you engage the electromagnetic brake. This causes the chair to decelerate and come to a complete stop.
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IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS After you have had your Jazzy for an extended period of time, you may find the need to adjust the seat. There are some adjustments you can make to increase your comfort, such as seat height and armrest angle. If your Jazzy 1103 was configured at your local Pride provider or service center, please consult your health care professional before changing seat position, or making any other adjustments.
IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ARMREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT You can adjust the armrest angle to fit your specific needs. To change the armrest angle: 1. Lift the armrest straight up so that it is perpendicular to the floor. 2. Use a 7/16-in. wrench to loosen the locking nut. See figure 6. 3. Use a 5/32-in. hex key to loosen the hex nut. Turn the screw clockwise to raise the front of the armrest and counterclock wise to lower the front of the armrest. 4.
IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS FOOTREST HEIGHT The footrest height is easily adjusted to six different heights. See figure 9. To raise or lower the footrest: 1. Remove the seat and the body shroud. See V, Disassembly. 2. Remove the two 7/16-in. bolts from the footrest. 3. Raise or lower the footrest to the desired height. 4. Reinstall the two 7/16-in. bolts into the footrest. FOOTREST ANGLE You can adjust the angle of the footrest with a 3/16-in. hex wrench. See figure 9. To adjust the footrest angle: 1.
IV. COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS ANTI-TIP WHEEL ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Consult your Pride provider before attempting to change the anti-tip wheel height! Changing the height affects handling under deceleration! The Jazzy 1103 mid-wheel drive design provides superior performance and safety. The anti-tip wheels are an integral part of this design because they provide you with stability during deceleration. The anti-tip wheels are preset at the factory to a height of 1.25 cm off the ground.
V. DISASSEMBLY SEAT REMOVAL You may wish to remove the seat to transport your Jazzy. To remove the seat: 1. Turn the power off. 2. Make sure the Jazzy is not in freewheel. 3. Unplug main wire harness behind the seat. 4. Lift the seat up and out of the seat tower. BODY SHROUD REMOVAL The body shroud is a one-piece molded plastic body that covers the power base frame. You must remove the body shroud in order to change the batteries and check the cable connections. To remove the body shroud: 1.
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Jazzy is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance. You can perform some of these checks. Others require assistance from an authorized Pride provider. Preventive maintenance is very important. If you follow the maintenance checks in this section as scheduled, you can help ensure that your Jazzy gives you years of trouble-free operation. If you have any doubt as to your Jazzys care or operation, contact your Pride provider.
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Make sure the drive tyres are inflated to 30-35 psi. Use a rubber conditioner on the tyre sidewalls to help preserve them. Check the tyres for wear. The body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it retain its high-gloss appearance. l Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and are not corroded. Batteries must sit flat within the battery area, with the battery terminals facing inward towards each other.
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE MONTHLY CHECKS l Check that the anti-tip wheels are not rubbing the ground when you are operating the Jazzy. Adjust them as necessary. See IV, Comfort Adjustments. l Check for extreme wear on the front anti-tip wheels. Replace them as necessary. l Check for drive tyre wear. See an authorized Pride provider for repair. l Check the rear casters for wear. Replace as necessary.
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE BATTERY REPLACEMENT To replace the battery: 1. Turn the power off. 2. Unplug the controller wire harness. See V, Disassembly. 3. Remove the seat. 4. Remove the body shroud. 5. Engage the motor drive assembly. See III, Operation. 6. Remove the 1/2-in. nuts and bolts that fasten the battery cables to the battery. 7. Install the new batteries into the Jazzy 1103 with the terminal sides of the batteries inward facing each other. 8.
VI. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE If the battery indicator gauge does not light up: l Check the harness connections. Make sure they are tight. l Check the circuit breaker. Reset it if necessary. l Check the battery connections. If the above conditions prove normal, you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester. These testers are available at automotive parts stores. Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that come with the load tester.
VII. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES POWER ELEVATING SEAT OPTION Your Jazzy may be equipped with a power elevating seat option. This feature can enhance the capabilities of the Jazzy in several ways: By elevating the seat, your level of reach is extended, to allow more freedom and independence in many environments. You can easily adjust the Jazzys seat height to any surface to which you want to transfer. The seat swivels 90 degrees to whichever side the joystick is located.
VII. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Before activating your Jazzy power elevating seat, be sure you are on a flat level surface. To raise the power elevating seat, push the toggle switch forward. See figure 15. Releasing the toggle switch returns the switch to its center position and stops upward movement. To continue your lift, push the toggle switch forward again. Once the seat reaches its highest extension, the lift action stops; you should continue to hear and/or feel the lift motor running.
VII. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OXYGEN TANK HOLDER The removable oxygen tank holder is mounted to the back of the seat by means of the accessory bracket. See figure 18. CANE AND CRUTCH HOLDER The removable cane and crutch holder is mounted to the back of the seat by means of the accessory bracket. See figure 19. WALKER HOLDER The removable walker holder is mounted to the back of the seat by means of the accessory bracket. It can hold a standard size walker. See figure 20.
VII. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES SWING-AWAY JOYSTICK BRACKET This option enables you to move the joystick from the front of the armrest to the side of the armrest without disconnecting it. ELEVATING LEG RESTS Elevating Leg Rests (ELRs) provide the Jazzy with the ability to support each leg individually. Each ELR has a wide range of angle adjustments as well as a foot plate length. SWING-AWAY LEG RESTS Swing-away Leg Rests provide the Jazzy with the ability to swing each leg rest to the side for an easier transfer.
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VIII. WARRANTY Warranty service can be performed by an authorized provider or by Pride. Do not return faulty parts to Pride without prior consent. All transportation costs and shipping damage incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the original purchaser. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS l ABS plastic body shrouds and footrest covers are wear items and are not warranted.
