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Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 5 Table Of Contents Introduction 7 Service 7 General Warnings / Before You Use Your MPV5 . . . . . 8 Hoveround® MPV5 / Diagram 12 Hoveround® MPV5 / Warning Labels 13 Chapter 1 Operating Instructions 15 Entering Your MPV5 15 Driving Your MPV5 16 Joystick Controller 19 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging 22 Caring For Your Batteries and Charger 22 Battery Replacement 24 Charging Your Batteries 24 Chapter 3 Manual Brake Release Levers 28 D82008753M 10/13 Table of Contents 5
Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 5 Table Of Contents Introduction 7 Service 7 General Warnings / Before You Use Your MPV5 . . . . . 8 Hoveround® MPV5 / Diagram 12 Hoveround® MPV5 / Warning Labels 13 Chapter 1 Operating Instructions 15 Entering Your MPV5 15 Driving Your MPV5 16 Joystick Controller 19 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging 22 Caring For Your Batteries and Charger 22 Battery Replacement 24 Charging Your Batteries 24 Chapter 3 Manual Brake Release Levers 28 D82008753M 10/13 Table of Contents 5
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Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 6 Chapter 4 Seating and Pressure Relief 29 Seat Belt Adjustment 30 Arm Angle Adjustment 31 Controller Position Adjustment 31 ... and Adjustments 36 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories 40 Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance 44 Chapter 7 Disassembling and Reassembling Your MPV5 47 Removing and Replacing Your Controller 47 Removing and Replacing the Seat 48 Removing and Replacing Batteries 50 Chapter 8 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI 52 Chapter 9 Appendixes 55 Appendix A Programmable Parameters 55 Appendix B Fault Codes 56...
Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 6 Chapter 4 Seating and Pressure Relief 29 Seat Belt Adjustment 30 Arm Angle Adjustment 31 Controller Position Adjustment 31 ... and Adjustments 36 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories 40 Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance 44 Chapter 7 Disassembling and Reassembling Your MPV5 47 Removing and Replacing Your Controller 47 Removing and Replacing the Seat 48 Removing and Replacing Batteries 50 Chapter 8 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI 52 Chapter 9 Appendixes 55 Appendix A Programmable Parameters 55 Appendix B Fault Codes 56...
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...with Disabilities Act, which can be set the joystick/controller speed/response control to when needed. Always set to drive your Hoveround® MPV5 power wheelchair. To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Keep your manual to refer to be consistent with your power wheelchair,... we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motor vehicle. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions ...
...with Disabilities Act, which can be set the joystick/controller speed/response control to when needed. Always set to drive your Hoveround® MPV5 power wheelchair. To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Keep your manual to refer to be consistent with your power wheelchair,... we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motor vehicle. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions ...
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Diagram D82008753M 10/13 Diagram Adjustable Arm Rest • Joystick Controller • Seat Belt • • Battery Cable Connection (if equipped) • Seat (Swivel Optional) • • • Batteries Brake Release Levers Dual Motor Front Wheel Drive • • Anti Tip Wheels • Flip Up Footplate 12 Hoveround® MPV5 - Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 12 Hoveround® MPV5 -
Diagram D82008753M 10/13 Diagram Adjustable Arm Rest • Joystick Controller • Seat Belt • • Battery Cable Connection (if equipped) • Seat (Swivel Optional) • • • Batteries Brake Release Levers Dual Motor Front Wheel Drive • • Anti Tip Wheels • Flip Up Footplate 12 Hoveround® MPV5 - Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 12 Hoveround® MPV5 -
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Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 17 1. To avoid serious injury or death from a fall or collision, set speed/ response control for adequate battery capacity. 4. Gently move slowly forward. Observe that if the joystick is sensed. The power wheelchair will not respond to move ... controller releases the motor brakes and your power wheelchair will move it to the lowest level. Move the joystick lever fully right. Check battery gauge for the environment and your power wheelchair. 3. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 1 17 With the power turned OFF, hold the joystick ...
Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 17 1. To avoid serious injury or death from a fall or collision, set speed/ response control for adequate battery capacity. 4. Gently move slowly forward. Observe that if the joystick is sensed. The power wheelchair will not respond to move ... controller releases the motor brakes and your power wheelchair will move it to the lowest level. Move the joystick lever fully right. Check battery gauge for the environment and your power wheelchair. 3. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 1 17 With the power turned OFF, hold the joystick ...
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... Locks the controller. To stop more quickly. See Figures 1A - 1B to identify your MPV5 are located on and off . Joystick - Speed/Response Indicator - Indicates the currently selected speed...speed. 7. The system indicator may blink or the controller will completely power off . 2. Battery Gauge - Controls speed and direction. Your chair will cause the power wheelchair to stop quickly.... 4. To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed. 6. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 19 Joystick Controller All the controls and indicators necessary ...
... Locks the controller. To stop more quickly. See Figures 1A - 1B to identify your MPV5 are located on and off . Joystick - Speed/Response Indicator - Indicates the currently selected speed...speed. 7. The system indicator may blink or the controller will completely power off . 2. Battery Gauge - Controls speed and direction. Your chair will cause the power wheelchair to stop quickly.... 4. To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed. 6. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 19 Joystick Controller All the controls and indicators necessary ...
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... to the product. Operate your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 22 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all battery connections and screws are heavy. Failure to open flame around batteries. To prevent serious burn injury, use proper protective gear...
... to the product. Operate your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 22 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all battery connections and screws are heavy. Failure to open flame around batteries. To prevent serious burn injury, use proper protective gear...
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..., trunk lids, and toolboxes to touch the battery terminals as "wet - The MPV5 uses two sealed 12-volt batteries of the UI size, with capacity of the sealed-type that has been frozen or might have been frozen. The batteries supplied by Hoveround®. • ALWAYS use a battery that require no maintenance. spill" and may fail...
..., trunk lids, and toolboxes to touch the battery terminals as "wet - The MPV5 uses two sealed 12-volt batteries of the UI size, with capacity of the sealed-type that has been frozen or might have been frozen. The batteries supplied by Hoveround®. • ALWAYS use a battery that require no maintenance. spill" and may fail...
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... use the charger outdoors or in accordance with Hoveround® Technical Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837). Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 24 Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. We will vary based on the battery label. Please follow the operating instructions for a full...
... use the charger outdoors or in accordance with Hoveround® Technical Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837). Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 24 Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. We will vary based on the battery label. Please follow the operating instructions for a full...
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... such as rain, sleet or snow. • ALWAYS charge your power wheelchair or charger when charging. • DO NOT attempt to repair or open flame. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 25 • DO NOT expose the charger to moisture such as knives and/or scissors in a well-ventilated... area free of battery. • DO NOT attempt to use the charger as a DC power source for any sparks, high heat or open the charger. • ALWAYS use a grounded...
... such as rain, sleet or snow. • ALWAYS charge your power wheelchair or charger when charging. • DO NOT attempt to repair or open flame. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 25 • DO NOT expose the charger to moisture such as knives and/or scissors in a well-ventilated... area free of battery. • DO NOT attempt to use the charger as a DC power source for any sparks, high heat or open the charger. • ALWAYS use a grounded...
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... located on the port and push the plug in the charger port. When the batteries are charged, and/or you are ready to use the charger. 2. Unplug the charger from the joystick controller. 26 Chapter 2 D82008753M 10/13 Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 26 1. Figure 2A - B. Charger ... OFF position, along with the three holes on the front of the joystick controller. Make sure the plug is not pushed all the way, the batteries will not charge or the plug may become hot. Unplug the charger from the household power outlet. Select a clean, dry, cool, well ventilated...
... located on the port and push the plug in the charger port. When the batteries are charged, and/or you are ready to use the charger. 2. Unplug the charger from the joystick controller. 26 Chapter 2 D82008753M 10/13 Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 26 1. Figure 2A - B. Charger ... OFF position, along with the three holes on the front of the joystick controller. Make sure the plug is not pushed all the way, the batteries will not charge or the plug may become hot. Unplug the charger from the household power outlet. Select a clean, dry, cool, well ventilated...
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... to make sure the household power is available. UPG 24BC5000TF-1 AGM sealed lead acid Charger 1. Switch the power on , the batteries are charged. When two red lights are charged. 4. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 27 If you have a: Flying Power FY-4101 Charger 1. If the light is green..., the batteries are on . When the light is red, the batteries are illuminated or if only one green light is on , the ...
... to make sure the household power is available. UPG 24BC5000TF-1 AGM sealed lead acid Charger 1. Switch the power on , the batteries are charged. When two red lights are charged. 4. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:36 AM Page 27 If you have a: Flying Power FY-4101 Charger 1. If the light is green..., the batteries are on . When the light is red, the batteries are illuminated or if only one green light is on , the ...
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... and may cause the vehicle to malfunction and expose you to ensure the performance and the safe operation of your power wheelchair. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 44 Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are detailed in the maintenance section of this... manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair in any service or maintenance needs. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: ...
... and may cause the vehicle to malfunction and expose you to ensure the performance and the safe operation of your power wheelchair. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 44 Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are detailed in the maintenance section of this... manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair in any service or maintenance needs. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: ...
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Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 45 Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Replace the seat belt at first signs of wear. Weekly ...
Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 45 Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Replace the seat belt at first signs of wear. Weekly ...
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...box. The left side, right battery connects to ensure it is heard. Gently pull on the connector to the receptacle on the left battery connects to the receptacle on the right side. 4. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 50 Battery Removal/Replacement (if equipped with ...the cable facing rearward. 3. Carefully lift the battery and case clear of the battery connectors by pushing until a ...
...box. The left side, right battery connects to ensure it is heard. Gently pull on the connector to the receptacle on the left battery connects to the receptacle on the right side. 4. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 50 Battery Removal/Replacement (if equipped with ...the cable facing rearward. 3. Carefully lift the battery and case clear of the battery connectors by pushing until a ...
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... from each of shorting, before attempting to remove the batteries. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 7 51 Replacement 1.) Reverse the steps to disconnect battery terminals. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 51 Battery Removal/Replacement MPV5 S/N 5800000+ Turn the joystick off before attempting to install the batteries, making sure wires are connected properly, all hardware is...
... from each of shorting, before attempting to remove the batteries. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 7 51 Replacement 1.) Reverse the steps to disconnect battery terminals. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 51 Battery Removal/Replacement MPV5 S/N 5800000+ Turn the joystick off before attempting to install the batteries, making sure wires are connected properly, all hardware is...
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...a bad connection. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 9 57 Try recharging the battery. 2 bars: Bad connection to left motor. 3 bars: Short circuit, left motor to battery. 4 bars: Bad connection to right motor. 5 bars: Short circuit, right motor to battery. 6 bars: Check if battery charger is still connected to controller or controller fault. 7 bars: ... the seat. Check that are in sleep mode. Speed Bars Cycling: Controller locked. Press OFF/ON twice to the control system. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 57 If a fault occurs, you can find out what has happened by a poor...
...a bad connection. D82008753M 10/13 Chapter 9 57 Try recharging the battery. 2 bars: Bad connection to left motor. 3 bars: Short circuit, left motor to battery. 4 bars: Bad connection to right motor. 5 bars: Short circuit, right motor to battery. 6 bars: Check if battery charger is still connected to controller or controller fault. 7 bars: ... the seat. Check that are in sleep mode. Speed Bars Cycling: Controller locked. Press OFF/ON twice to the control system. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 57 If a fault occurs, you can find out what has happened by a poor...
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...flashes: A controller fault is in the drive position. 10 flashes: An excessive voltage has been applied to the battery. Speed Bar Cycling: Controller locked. Try charging the battery. 2 flashes: The left hand motor has a bad connection. 3 flashes: The left hand motor has a short... circuit to a battery connection. 4 flashes: The right hand motor has a bad connection. 5 flashes: The right hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. 7 flashes: A joystick fault is a bad connection to the controller. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 58...
...flashes: A controller fault is in the drive position. 10 flashes: An excessive voltage has been applied to the battery. Speed Bar Cycling: Controller locked. Try charging the battery. 2 flashes: The left hand motor has a bad connection. 3 flashes: The left hand motor has a short... circuit to a battery connection. 4 flashes: The right hand motor has a bad connection. 5 flashes: The right hand motor has a short circuit to a battery connection. 7 flashes: A joystick fault is a bad connection to the controller. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 58...
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Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 60 Appendix D: MPV5 Specifications Performance Maximum Speed* Range (per battery charge)* Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5 mph 15 miles 300 lbs 22.7" 2.5" 2" 6° (5° ADA... seat cushion to floor 19.8" Seat height adjustment 0", 1.5", or 2.5" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 195 lbs Base only 91 lbs Base with batteries 143 lbs Batteries Two U-1 batteries, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and width Caster type and tread Caster diameter...
Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 60 Appendix D: MPV5 Specifications Performance Maximum Speed* Range (per battery charge)* Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5 mph 15 miles 300 lbs 22.7" 2.5" 2" 6° (5° ADA... seat cushion to floor 19.8" Seat height adjustment 0", 1.5", or 2.5" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 195 lbs Base only 91 lbs Base with batteries 143 lbs Batteries Two U-1 batteries, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and width Caster type and tread Caster diameter...
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... repair and/or replacement. or to products damaged by circumstances beyond Hoveround's® control. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 63 Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the MPV5 to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of...in the USA only and only within such warranty period, any such product shall be proven to Hoveround's® satisfaction to all upholstery, tires, tubes, foot mats, body plastic and batteries) to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months ...
... repair and/or replacement. or to products damaged by circumstances beyond Hoveround's® control. Hoveround-MPV5ManualRevM 1/17/14 10:37 AM Page 63 Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the MPV5 to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of...in the USA only and only within such warranty period, any such product shall be proven to Hoveround's® satisfaction to all upholstery, tires, tubes, foot mats, body plastic and batteries) to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months ...