Electric Handcycle User Manual
The Firefly from Rio Mobility transforms your wheelchair into a high performance machine that can increase your mobility. TM Consult with your dealer or health care professional to determine if the Firefly is appropriate for you. TM Dealer: You must give this manual to the Firefly handcycle user TM User: Before using the Firefly handcycle, read this manual and save it for future reference. TM Questions or concerns? Contact us: sales@riomobility.
Firefly User Manual TM Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Safety Warnings 1 2. Wheelchair Requirements 2 TM 3. The Firefly Components TM 4. Firefly Specifications TM 5. Installing Your Firefly 6. Battery Care & Operation TM 7. Attaching the Firefly TM 4 6 6 13 14 8. Firefly Controls 15 9. Safety 16 TM 10. Firefly Customization 18 11. Maintenance Instructions 19 12. Troubleshooting Guide 21 13. Limited Warranty 22 14.
Firefly User Manual TM 1. Safety Warnings WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions, or instructions, contact sales@riomobility. com, your health professional, dealer, or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment, otherwise injury or damage may result.
Firefly User Manual TM Wheelchair Requirements 2. Wheelchair Requirements The Firefly is compatible with almost all wheelchairs without the need for any special adapters. TM Wheelchair Frame Configuration The front tubes of your chair must be similar to one of the three shown on the next page, specifically where the Clamps are installed. For a complete listing of compatible wheelchairs, visit riomobility.com. If your wheelchair is not listed, please contact customer service at sales@ riomobility.com.
Firefly User Manual TM Wheelchair Requirements Frame with swing-away footrests (Pawns facing inward) Frame with horizontal bottom tube available (Pawns facing outward) Frame with no horizontal bottom tube available (Pawns facing outward) www.riomobility.
Firefly User Manual TM Firefly Components 3. The Firefly Components TM Required tools: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Adjustable Wrench Pliers Torque Wrench Tire Pressure Gauge Bicycle Pump Remove the handcycle parts from the box and unpack the components. The contents include: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Handcycle Assembly Left and Right Wings, including 4 Screws, Lock Washers, Flat Washers, and Nuts Lithium Battery and Charger 4 Clamps for 1” (25.
Firefly User Manual Firefly Components TM Top Tube Steering Tube Steering Plate Handlebar Top Tube Clamp Battery Wing Plate Headlight Upper Arm of Wing Controller Threaded Rod Spring Collar Fork Hub Motor Socket Wheel Socket Sleeve Lower Arm of Wing Detail for Handlebar : Reverse Speedometer Brakes Power On/ Off Headlight On/Off Throttle www.riomobility.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly 4. Firefly Specifications TM Gearbox 24V, 220W geared brushless hub motor Battery 24V 10Ah Lithium Polymer battery, 5lbs (2.2kg) Construction All alloy steel construction for strength and reliability Brakes Dual Promax lockable V-brakes Color Silver metallic Weight Total weight is 33lb (15kg) with battery Tire 16” x 1½” (40 x 305) KendaQuest all-tread tire 5.
Firefly User Manual Installing Your Firefly TM Installing the Clamps 1. Measure the diameter of your tubing using the ruler printed on page 5 and ensure that you have the proper Clamps. 2. Determine the appropriate clamp placement for your frame using the figures on page 6. If you need assistance, please contact sales@riomobility.com. Make sure that the Washers are between the Clamp and the head of the Screw as shown.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly Wing Plate Steering Plate Flat Washer Bottom Hole 2. Repeat for the left Wing. Inflate your Tire 1. Inflate the Tire according to the pressure range printed on the sidewall (40 - 65psi [2.8 - 4.6 Barr, 280 - 460 kPa]). A pressure on the lower end of that range will result in greater traction and a smoother ride. Positioning the Wheel and Handlebar Position the Wheel 1.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly 5. Place the Wheel at least 2” (50mm) away from the front of your shoes or from the front edge of your footrest, whichever extends farthest. 6. Sit in your wheelchair in a comfortable position, with your back flat against the backrest. Keeping the Wheel in place, lift the Handlebar until there is at least 2” (50mm) of clearance between the Handlebar and your thigh.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly Adjusting the Upper and Lower Arms Attach the Lower Arms 1. Attach the Lower Arms to the lower set of Pawns installed on your chair. The Lower Arm can be lengthened or shortened using the Threaded Rod. Loosen the Jam Nut to do this. DO NOT unscrew the Threaded Rod beyond the red zone on the threads. Make sure both Arms are the same length so that your handcycle is centered.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly Position the Wing Plate 1. Rotate the handcycle back and forth slightly until one of the three holes at the top of the Wing Plate lines up with one of the four holes on the Steering Plate. 2. Insert the 6 mm Screws, with Washers on each side of the plates, and tighten the Nuts to 8ft-lbs (10.8Nm). Tighten the bottom Screws and Nuts to the same 8ft-lbs. (10.8Nm) tightness. Attach the Upper Arms 1.
Firefly User Manual TM Installing Your Firefly 3. Tighten the Jam Nut on each of the four Arms to a torque of 10ft-lbs. (13.5Nm) using the included wrenches, as shown below. 4. MAKE SURE THAT ALL NUTS HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED, including the Wings’ Nuts and Screws, Upper and Lower Arm Jam Nuts, and all Clamp Screws. Remove the Blocks from under the front casters. Your handcycle is now installed, and the front casters should be approximately 2” (50mm) above the ground. 5.
Firefly User Manual Battery Care TM 6. Battery Care & Operation The Firefly is shipped with a custom hi-power lithium polymer battery for optimal performance. More effecient and lighter weight than traditional lead acid batteries, these Li-Ion units have an energy density five times greater than that of SLA batteries. They also have an average cycle life of over 500 charges, whereas lead acid batteries last fewer than 200 charges.
Attaching the Firefly Firefly User Manual TM 7. Attaching the Firefly TM Attachment 1. Before attaching your handcycle, ALWAYS ENGAGE YOUR WHEEL LOCKS. 2. Pull back all four Socket Sleeves so that they click and hold in the open position. Swing the Upper Arms away from you (toward the Wheel). 3. Holding onto the Top Tube, pull one of the Lower Arms toward you and latch the Socket on to the lower Pawn. Repeat for the other side. 4.
Firefly User Manual TM Firefly Controls 8. Firefly Controls TM Refer to the diagram on page 5 for part names and locations. Power To operate the Firefly , the power must be turned on in two locations. The first is a red switch on the right side of the Battery. The other is a red switch on the indicator, next to the Speedometer on the Handlebar. Both switches must be in the ON position for the Firefly to function. TM TM Brakes There are two lever Brakes, one on each side of the Handlebar.
Firefly User Manual TM Safety 9. Safety Safety Checklist ▫ The handcycle transforms your chair into a highly maneuverable device, so ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET. ▫ Make sure reflectors are installed, oriented properly, and clean. ▫ The use of safety belts is recommended when operating your handcycle. ▫ ALWAYS engage the Wheel Locks on your wheelchair before attaching or detaching the handcycle. ▫ ALWAYS check to make sure that all FOUR Pawn sockets attachments are fully engaged before operating your handcycle.
Firefly User Manual Safety TM Obstacles Be very careful going over bumps and curbs over 2” (50mm) high. Your front casters may contact theses surfaces, causing a loss of control. Use your pushrims to get over these bumps, NOT the handcycle. You should approach bumps and curbs straight on and at very low speeds to avoid damage to your wheelchair and injury to you – your return spring should keep the front Wheel straight, freeing up your hands for the pushrims.
Firefly User Manual TM Customization 10. Firefly Customization TM Rio Mobility can offer special adaptations tailored to each user. Some are described below. If you have additional requests, please discuss with your heath care professional and contact customer service at sales@riomobility.com. Speed Limiter The Firefly is shipped with a speed limiter inside the Controller, which limits the top speed of the Hub Motor to 6mph (10kph).
Firefly User Manual Maintenance TM 11. Maintenance Instructions Inspection Checklist In addition to the requirements specified in your wheelchair manual, the following inspection schedule is required. Inspection / Maintenance Item Check and Tighten Hardware Initially Weekly ¸ ¸ 6 Months Lubrication Brake Pad Wear ¸ ¸ Basic Maintenance Guidelines Inspect your handcycle frequently. Failure to inspect your handcycle and make necessary repairs or adjustments can result in injury to you or to others.
Firefly User Manual TM Maintenance Lubrication Using wax, synthetic, or Teflon lubricants (not non-synthetic oil such as WD-40 or Tri-Flo), follow these guidelines to lubricate the handcycle: Brake Lever Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of the brake lever Brake Put one drop of oil on the pivot point of the brake Brake Cables Put four drops of oil onto both ends of each cable.
Firefly User Manual TM Troubleshooting 12. Troubleshooting Guide When climbing a hill, the front Wheel slips. The Front Wheel is too far forward of your center of gravity. Adjust the handcycle so that the Front Wheel is as close as possible to the footrest without interference while driving straight or turning. If possible, you may also want to move the rear axles further back. When climbing hills, sometimes leaning forward in your chair is necessary.
Firefly User Manual TM Warranty 13. Limited Warranty Rio Mobility warrants the Firefly for two (2) years from the date of initial consumer purchase.
14. Product Registration / Warranty Form Please complete and mail or fax this form to: Rio Mobility 56 Tehama Street San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 520-0567 (fax) sales@riomobility.com Name : Address : City : State / Province : Zip / Postal Code : Email : Phone Number : Rio Mobility Model # : Serial # : Purchased From : Date of Purchase : sales@riomobility.
