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HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:00 PM Page 1 ® ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner's manual before operating your power wheelchair. OWNER'S MANUAL & WARRANTY D82012364 REV C 6/17/13
HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:00 PM Page 1 ® ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner's manual before operating your power wheelchair. OWNER'S MANUAL & WARRANTY D82012364 REV C 6/17/13
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... are used herein are for injuries and/or property damage resulting from any and all rights in those marks. Hoveround® is highlighted with the word "Note." No part of this owner's manual. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair when an indicator or fault light appears. Refer to change without the prior written permission of HOVEROUND® CORPORATION. Specifications...
... are used herein are for injuries and/or property damage resulting from any and all rights in those marks. Hoveround® is highlighted with the word "Note." No part of this owner's manual. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair when an indicator or fault light appears. Refer to change without the prior written permission of HOVEROUND® CORPORATION. Specifications...
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...; MPV5, Teknique® FWD and XHD, the HOVERLIFT® power chair lift will afford reliable transportation for your Hoveround® product, for choosing the HOVERLIFT® by Hoveround®. Thomas E. It is the hallmark of design that is attractive yet rugged; HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 4 Dear HOVERLIFT® Owner, Congratulations on your choice of functionality. Welcome to...
...; MPV5, Teknique® FWD and XHD, the HOVERLIFT® power chair lift will afford reliable transportation for your Hoveround® product, for choosing the HOVERLIFT® by Hoveround®. Thomas E. It is the hallmark of design that is attractive yet rugged; HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 4 Dear HOVERLIFT® Owner, Congratulations on your choice of functionality. Welcome to...
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... Warnings Before You Use Your HOVERLIFT 7 HOVERLIFT® / Diagram 9 HOVERLIFT® / Warning Labels 10 Chapter 1 Installation 11 How To Install To Your Vehicle 11 Chapter 2 Loading / Unloading 14 How To Load And Secure your Hoveround® For Transport 15 How To Unload your Hoveround® From The Lift 18 Chapter 3 Storing The Platform For Transport 20 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guidelines 23...
... Warnings Before You Use Your HOVERLIFT 7 HOVERLIFT® / Diagram 9 HOVERLIFT® / Warning Labels 10 Chapter 1 Installation 11 How To Install To Your Vehicle 11 Chapter 2 Loading / Unloading 14 How To Load And Secure your Hoveround® For Transport 15 How To Unload your Hoveround® From The Lift 18 Chapter 3 Storing The Platform For Transport 20 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guidelines 23...
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...1:01 PM Page 6 Chapter 1 RInutlersofdoruScatfeiolynOperating Your Scooter Hoveround® Corporation is to be an active participant in making that a reality. At Hoveround® we know that clients are just a phone call Hoveround® Technical Support and Repair, toll free at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-...6837). 6 Introduction D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Our goal is a home medical equipment provider dedicated to our clients and their continued mobility is our priority. Just call away. Service Service ...
...1:01 PM Page 6 Chapter 1 RInutlersofdoruScatfeiolynOperating Your Scooter Hoveround® Corporation is to be an active participant in making that a reality. At Hoveround® we know that clients are just a phone call Hoveround® Technical Support and Repair, toll free at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-...6837). 6 Introduction D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Our goal is a home medical equipment provider dedicated to our clients and their continued mobility is our priority. Just call away. Service Service ...
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... Page 7 GeneralCWharpntienrg1s Rules fBoerfSoarefeYlyoOu pUesreatYinogurYHoOurVSEcRoLoIFtTe®r Before You Use Your HOVERLIFT® Your HOVERLIFT® is designed to lift and transport your Hoveround® power chair when it is attached to a Class 2 or Class 3 vehicle hitch system. The lift has been designed for attachment ...vehicle hitch system. Call Hoveround Technical Support if repairs are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when loading or unloading the power chair. • Always remove any other style of power chair or scooter. Do not use...
... Page 7 GeneralCWharpntienrg1s Rules fBoerfSoarefeYlyoOu pUesreatYinogurYHoOurVSEcRoLoIFtTe®r Before You Use Your HOVERLIFT® Your HOVERLIFT® is designed to lift and transport your Hoveround® power chair when it is attached to a Class 2 or Class 3 vehicle hitch system. The lift has been designed for attachment ...vehicle hitch system. Call Hoveround Technical Support if repairs are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when loading or unloading the power chair. • Always remove any other style of power chair or scooter. Do not use...
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... under those conditions. • Do not attempt to move the vehicle unless the lift platform is stowed in the travel position and the platform is locked in place by the platform latch plate when the power chair is not installed on the lift. • Always check tightness of all fasteners... the lift platform or in the path of any moving parts. • Always park your vehicle on flat level ground and engage the vehicle emergency parking brake before using the power chair on the lift. Failure to securely position and tie down the power chair may result in serious harm to life and property. •...
... under those conditions. • Do not attempt to move the vehicle unless the lift platform is stowed in the travel position and the platform is locked in place by the platform latch plate when the power chair is not installed on the lift. • Always check tightness of all fasteners... the lift platform or in the path of any moving parts. • Always park your vehicle on flat level ground and engage the vehicle emergency parking brake before using the power chair on the lift. Failure to securely position and tie down the power chair may result in serious harm to life and property. •...
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Diagram License Plate Light License Plate Holder Platform Catch Mast Tie Down Hook Tie Down Knob • • Manual Operation Cover • • • Indicator Light • • • Up/Down Switch • • Power Cord • Power Connector Storage • Platform Hitch Adapter • • Tie Down Release (Red Lever) D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 General Warnings 9 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 9 HOVERLIFT® -
Diagram License Plate Light License Plate Holder Platform Catch Mast Tie Down Hook Tie Down Knob • • Manual Operation Cover • • • Indicator Light • • • Up/Down Switch • • Power Cord • Power Connector Storage • Platform Hitch Adapter • • Tie Down Release (Red Lever) D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 General Warnings 9 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 9 HOVERLIFT® -
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Warning Label ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THE CONTENTS OF YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HOVERLIFT®. 10 General Warnings D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 10 HOVERLIFT® -
Warning Label ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THE CONTENTS OF YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HOVERLIFT®. 10 General Warnings D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 10 HOVERLIFT® -
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... hitch lighting plug is heavy. Before installing the lift make sure there is adequate ground D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Chapter 1 11 To prevent injury, do not attempt lifting beyond your vehicle with any way. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 11 How to install to your vehicle: Chapter 1 Installation To avoid serious injury or death: Always use...
... hitch lighting plug is heavy. Before installing the lift make sure there is adequate ground D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Chapter 1 11 To prevent injury, do not attempt lifting beyond your vehicle with any way. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 11 How to install to your vehicle: Chapter 1 Installation To avoid serious injury or death: Always use...
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...attempting to both the lift and your feet or hands below the lift platform or in the path of the power chair to the platform. Call Hoveround Technical Support if repairs are needed. • Always have proper tire inflation for safe operation of this lift and the tie down system...fasteners, knobs, arms, controller mounting screws and other components of any moving parts or in potential pinch areas. • Always park your vehicle on flat level ground and engage the vehicle emergency parking brake before using on the lift. Proper tire pressure is on the lift. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/...
...attempting to both the lift and your feet or hands below the lift platform or in the path of the power chair to the platform. Call Hoveround Technical Support if repairs are needed. • Always have proper tire inflation for safe operation of this lift and the tie down system...fasteners, knobs, arms, controller mounting screws and other components of any moving parts or in potential pinch areas. • Always park your vehicle on flat level ground and engage the vehicle emergency parking brake before using on the lift. Proper tire pressure is on the lift. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/...
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... load and secure your Hoveround® for preparing your power chair to be wrapped under lift. If the platform is a clear path to the lift and there are no obstructions under the base and over the batteries to line up position. Place the vehicle on . Slow Speed...the power chair to prevent losing the batteries during transport. Remove accessories such as elevating leg rests, oxygen bottles, special cushions or other loose items that might fall off the chair while it is being transported, or that might interfere with the seat brackets in low speed (see the installation instructions ...
... load and secure your Hoveround® for preparing your power chair to be wrapped under lift. If the platform is a clear path to the lift and there are no obstructions under the base and over the batteries to line up position. Place the vehicle on . Slow Speed...the power chair to prevent losing the batteries during transport. Remove accessories such as elevating leg rests, oxygen bottles, special cushions or other loose items that might fall off the chair while it is being transported, or that might interfere with the seat brackets in low speed (see the installation instructions ...
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...transport and damaging the back of the armrest tubes, either over the tube to the lift before driving the vehicle (see Figure 2H). Tighten the right side by turning the knob counterclockwise (see Figure 2G). Figure 2F Left Side Seat back folded down Secure Seat belt over or under the seat... and other items are secured tightly in place to inclement weather, always cover your power wheelchair with the cover that will hold the tension on the platform with the seat belt secured in front of the power wheel chair (see Figure 2H). D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Chapter 2 17 Check to make...
...transport and damaging the back of the armrest tubes, either over the tube to the lift before driving the vehicle (see Figure 2H). Tighten the right side by turning the knob counterclockwise (see Figure 2G). Figure 2F Left Side Seat back folded down Secure Seat belt over or under the seat... and other items are secured tightly in place to inclement weather, always cover your power wheelchair with the cover that will hold the tension on the platform with the seat belt secured in front of the power wheel chair (see Figure 2H). D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 Chapter 2 17 Check to make...
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The lift is not intended to lift the vehicle. • Check for human transport • Do not overextend the lift in power cord to the power wheelchair and lower lift, keeping hands and feet away from the lift • Do not occupy the power chair while it (see Figures 2I, 2J). Move the red...Lower the platform until it is a clear pathway to lower the platform. • Check that your power chair Place the vehicle on flat level surface free from traffic hazards with the emergency brake on it is not intended for obstructions before attempting to the lift and there are clear of the...
The lift is not intended to lift the vehicle. • Check for human transport • Do not overextend the lift in power cord to the power wheelchair and lower lift, keeping hands and feet away from the lift • Do not occupy the power chair while it (see Figures 2I, 2J). Move the red...Lower the platform until it is a clear pathway to lower the platform. • Check that your power chair Place the vehicle on flat level surface free from traffic hazards with the emergency brake on it is not intended for obstructions before attempting to the lift and there are clear of the...
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... Chapter 4 Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines The control box has an automatic reset fuse to protect the circuit in the case of the cover to expose a 3/8 inch nut. If the fuse continues to lower the lift (see Figure 4A). Green Indicator Light Raise/Lower Switch Figure 4A Manual Operation If you need... the lift or counter clockwise to trip or the lift operates slower than usual, inspect the mast tube for proper lubrication and relube as necessary using all weather lithium grease. Once tripped the fuse will operate (see Figure 4B).
... Chapter 4 Routine Maintenance and Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines The control box has an automatic reset fuse to protect the circuit in the case of the cover to expose a 3/8 inch nut. If the fuse continues to lower the lift (see Figure 4A). Green Indicator Light Raise/Lower Switch Figure 4A Manual Operation If you need... the lift or counter clockwise to trip or the lift operates slower than usual, inspect the mast tube for proper lubrication and relube as necessary using all weather lithium grease. Once tripped the fuse will operate (see Figure 4B).
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... wire or connector damage or loose parts and repair or replace as necessary. Contact Hoveround Technical Support at 1-800-964-6837 for further help. 24 Chapter 4 D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 24 Lower Raise Figure 4B Daily Maintenance Inspect the tie down bracket on your power chair for damage or to see...
... wire or connector damage or loose parts and repair or replace as necessary. Contact Hoveround Technical Support at 1-800-964-6837 for further help. 24 Chapter 4 D82012364 REV C 6/17/13 HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 24 Lower Raise Figure 4B Daily Maintenance Inspect the tie down bracket on your power chair for damage or to see...
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... ensure the vehicle is on level ground before attempting to open or close the swing away arm. • Always install the safety pin...seated position before attempting to open the swing away arm. This allows the lift to easily be swung away, up position before operating your vehicle. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 25 Chapter 5 Swing Away Arm Option Swing Away Arm Option Many HOVERLIFT® owners...of the warnings and operating instructions before using your vehicle and injury to yourself. • Never operate the swing away arm with a power chair in the up to 180...
... ensure the vehicle is on level ground before attempting to open or close the swing away arm. • Always install the safety pin...seated position before attempting to open the swing away arm. This allows the lift to easily be swung away, up position before operating your vehicle. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 25 Chapter 5 Swing Away Arm Option Swing Away Arm Option Many HOVERLIFT® owners...of the warnings and operating instructions before using your vehicle and injury to yourself. • Never operate the swing away arm with a power chair in the up to 180...
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... Here 2. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 26 • Do not use the swing away arm if any obstacles in place as pictured (see Figure 5A). 26 Chapter 5 Figure 5A 1. Call Hoveround Technical support if repairs are worn, damaged or not working properly. Opening the Swing Away Arm Fold ...the components are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when using the swing away arm. • Always remove any of the vehicle. • Only drive the vehicle when the swing arm is closed and the safety pin and latching mechanism are securely in place.
... Here 2. HoverliftManual-RevC 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 26 • Do not use the swing away arm if any obstacles in place as pictured (see Figure 5A). 26 Chapter 5 Figure 5A 1. Call Hoveround Technical support if repairs are worn, damaged or not working properly. Opening the Swing Away Arm Fold ...the components are needed. • Always have a clear safe path, away from traffic hazards when using the swing away arm. • Always remove any of the vehicle. • Only drive the vehicle when the swing arm is closed and the safety pin and latching mechanism are securely in place.
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... 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 29 Appendix A: HOVERLIFT® Specifications For use with: Dimensions and Weight Weight of HOVERLIFT® Folded Size (L x W x H) Extended Size (L x W x H) Hitch to ground range Hitch Approved hitch class Hoveround MPV5 80 lbs 8" x 32" x 33" 25" x 32" x 33" 8" min to 19" max Class 2 or Class 3 only For use with: Dimensions and Weight Weight of...
... 7/8/13 1:01 PM Page 29 Appendix A: HOVERLIFT® Specifications For use with: Dimensions and Weight Weight of HOVERLIFT® Folded Size (L x W x H) Extended Size (L x W x H) Hitch to ground range Hitch Approved hitch class Hoveround MPV5 80 lbs 8" x 32" x 33" 25" x 32" x 33" 8" min to 19" max Class 2 or Class 3 only For use with: Dimensions and Weight Weight of...
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... any such product shall be proven to Hoveround's® satisfaction to be defective, such product shall, at Hoveround's® option, be limited to such repair and/or replacement. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limitations and exclusions: The foregoing warranty...liable for a particular purpose, and shall not extend beyond Hoveround's® control. In the event that you do not return products directly to Hoveround® without the specific written consent of the problem. This warranty applies in the USA only and only ...
... any such product shall be proven to Hoveround's® satisfaction to be defective, such product shall, at Hoveround's® option, be limited to such repair and/or replacement. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limitations and exclusions: The foregoing warranty...liable for a particular purpose, and shall not extend beyond Hoveround's® control. In the event that you do not return products directly to Hoveround® without the specific written consent of the problem. This warranty applies in the USA only and only ...