Pride Mobility Microdrive Controller INFMANU2581 Manuel utilisateur
ACN# 088 609 661
MicrodriveController
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BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Microdrive
Controller
ACN# 088 609 661
TMTM
TMTM
TM
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INFORMATION LABELING
Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual.
Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water
whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry
condition.
Disposal and recycling - Contact your authorized Pride
Provider for information on proper disposal and recycling of
your Pride product and its packaging.
Copyright© 2006
PrideMobilityProductsCorporation
INFMANU2581/RevB/November 06
Thesymbols beloware usedthroughout thisowner's manualand onthe power
chairtoidentifywarningsandimportantinformation.Itisveryimportantforyouto
readthemandunderstandthemcompletely.
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 yellow triangle with black border.
MANDATORY! These actions should be performed as
specified. Failure to perform mandatory actions can cause
personal injury and/or equipment damage. On the product,
this icon is represented as a white symbol on a blue dot with
a white border.
PROHIBITED! These actions are prohibited. These actions
should not be performed at any time or in any circumstances.
Performing a prohibited action can cause injury to personnel
and/or damage to equipment. On the product, this icon is
represented as a black symbol with a red circle and a red
slash.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 4
MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER........................................................ 6
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES................................................. 6
OPERATING THE MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER ................ 10
JOYSTICK INTERFACE MODULE ............................................ 13
ACTUATOR ADJUSTMENT ......................................................... 15
DRIVE PROFILE SELECTION .................................................... 16
SPEED ADJUSTMENT.................................................................. 16
SLEEP MODE .................................................................................... 16
THERMAL ROLLBACK .................................................................. 16
ERROR CODES ................................................................................. 17
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 18
WARRANTY ........................................................................................ 18
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOMEto PrideMobility ProductsCorporation (Pride).The productyou
havepurchasedcombinesstate-of-the-artcomponents with safety, comfort, and
stylinginmind.Weareconfidentthatthedesignfeatureswillprovideyouwiththe
conveniencesyouexpectduringyourdailyactivities.Understandinghowtosafely
operateandcareforthisproductshouldbring you yearsoftroublefreeoperations
andservice.
Readand followallinstructions,warnings,andnotesinthismanualandallother
accompanying literature before attempting to operate this product for the first
time.Inaddition,yoursafetydependsuponyou,aswellasyourprovider,caretaker,
orhealthcareprofessionalinusinggoodjudgement.
Thismanualistobeusedinadditiontothepowerbaseowner’smanualthatcamewith
yourpowerchair.Ifthereisanyinformationinthismanualwhichyoudonotunderstand,
or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation, please contact your
authorizedPrideProvider.Failuretofollowtheinstructions,warnings,andnotes
inthismanualandthoselocatedonyourPrideproductcanresultinpersonal
injuryand/orproductdamageandwillvoidPride’sproductwarranty.
PURCHASER’SAGREEMENT
Byacceptingdeliveryofthisproduct,youpromisethat you will notchange,alter,
or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards,
shields,orothersafetyfeaturesofthisproduct;fail,refuse,orneglecttoinstallany
retrofitkits fromtimeto timeprovided byPrideto enhanceor preserve thesafe
useofthis product.
INFORMATIONEXCHANGE
Wewant tohearyour questions,comments,and suggestions aboutthis manual.
We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Pride
product,andabouttheserviceyoureceivedfromyourauthorizedPrideProvider.
Pleasenotifyusofanychangeofaddress,sowecankeepyouapprisedofimportant
informationabout safety, newproducts, and newoptions that canincrease your
abilitytouse andenjoyyourPride product.
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NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your
copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one
immediately.
My authorized Pride Provider Is:
Name: _____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
PhoneNumber: ______________________________________________
PurchaseDate: _______________________________________________
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MICRODRIVECONTROLLER
TheMicrodriveControllerisafully-programmable,modularelectroniccontroller
systemthatallowsyoutooperateyourpowerchair. It is designedtoallowtheuser
tohavecomplete controloverchairmovement andspeed.
The controller has been pre-programmed to meet a typical user’s needs. The
programis set using either apersonal computer with software providedby the
controllermanufacturer orwith ahand-held programmer, also providedby the
controllermanufacturer.
WARNING! The controller program can affect speed,
acceleration, deceleration, dynamic stability, and braking.
If it is programmed incorrectly or outside of the safe limits
as determined by your healthcare professional, it can create
a dangerous situation. Only the power chair manufacturer,
an authorized representative of the manufacturer, or a trained
service technician should program the controller.
PRECAUTIONARYGUIDELINES
Before operating the Microdrive Controller, please read the following. These
guidelinesareprovided foryourbenefitand willaidyouin thesafeoperationof
thecontrolsystem.
!Turnoffthe power tothecontrollerwhentransferring to orfromyourpower
chair.
!Followalloftheproceduresandheedthewarningsasexplainedinyourpower
chairowner’smanual.
Failure to heed the above warnings can result in personal injury and/or
equipmentdamage.
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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic
and radio frequency waves can have an adverse affect on
the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.
ElectromagneticandRadioFrequencyInterferencecancomefromsourcessuchas
cellularphones,mobiletwo-wayradios(suchaswalkie-talkies),radiostations,TV
stations,amateurradio(HAM)transmitters,wirelesscomputerlinks,microwavesig-
nals,pagingtransmitters,andmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergency
vehicles.Insomecases,thesewavescancauseunintendedmovementordamageto
thecontrolsystem.Everyelectrically-poweredmobilityvehiclehasanimmunity(or
resistance)toEMI.Thehighertheimmunitylevel,thegreatertheprotectionagainst
EMI.Thisproducthasbeentestedandhaspassedatanimmunitylevelof20V/m.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios,
laptops, and other types of radio transmitters may cause
unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility
vehicle due to EMI. Exercise caution when using any of these
items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid coming
into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to
the electrically-powered mobility vehicle can increase the
susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your power
chair in any way not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself
can disturb the performance of other electrical devices
located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on
www.pridemobility.com. If unintended motion or brake release occurs, turn
yourcontroller offas soonasit issafe todoso. Contact Pride or your autho-
rized Pride Provider to report the incident.
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Microdrive Controller Features
Figure1 provides informationonthe Microdrivecomponentsand connections.
Usethis diagramto familiarize yourself with the function andlocation ofeach
componentbeforeusingtheMicrodriveController.
ThefollowingfunctionsareavailablewiththeMicrodriveController:
!JoystickControl
Thejoystick is usedto controlthedirection andspeed of thepower chair.
!ActuatorAdjustment
The user can control positioning of power accessory actuators with the
Microdrive.
!DriveProfileSelection
Theusercanselectoneoffiveavailabledriveprofiles,ifprogrammed.
!SpeedAdjustment
The user can increase or decrease the maximum speed of the power chair.
Thisadjustmentcanbe overriddenbytheJoystickInterface Module.
!SleepMode
Thisfeatureisdesignedtopreservebatterycharge,andcanbedisabledthrough
programming.
!ThermalRollback
Thisisasafetyfeaturedesignedtoprevent the power chairfromoverheating
andcausingdamage to themotorsorcontroller.
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Figure 1. Microdrive Components and Connections
BACK VIEW
Harness Connector Port
Used to connect the
Microdrive to the power base.
Joystick
A multi-functional tool used
to control speed, direction,
and actuator adjustment.
On/Off Switch
Press to power on or off the
power chair and controller.
Mode Switch
Used to select the various
functions available with the
Microdrive Controller.
Speed Adjustment Dial
Adjusts the maximum speed
of the power chair.
Horn Key
Activates a warning
horn.
Actuator Indicators
Four LEDs indicate
recline, tilt, power leg
rests, and elevating seat
actuator modes.
Battery Condition Meter
Indicates the approximate
amount of battery charge
using color-coded LEDs.
Profile/Speed
Indicator
Series of five colored
LEDs which display
the speed or profile
setting.
Battery Charger Port
Standard 3-pin XLR type
battery charger socket used
with off-board charging
systems.
Toggle switches to allow
or disallow various
functions via the
controller.
Joystick Interface
Module Controls
A 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
socket to allow connection
of external switches to
select the various
functions available
A 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
socket to allow connection
of external switches to
power on or off the power
chair and controller.
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Figure 2. Microdrive Controller and Joystick Interface Module
OPERATING THEMICRODRIVECONTROLLER
TheMicrodriveControllerisusedtooperateyourpowerchairandallofitscomponents.
TheMicrodrivecontrollerconsistsof:
1. joystick
2. displaypad
3. modeswitch
4. on/offswitch
5. speedadjustmentdial
6. joystickinterfacemodule
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