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Chapter 1 Operating Instructions Introduction 7 Service 7 General Warnings / Before You Use Your Teknique 8 Hoveround® Teknique / Diagram 12 Hoveround® Teknique / Warning Labels 13 Chapter 1 Operating Instructions 17 Entering Your Teknique 17 Driving Your Teknique 18 Joystick Controllers 20 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging 22 Caring For Your Batteries and Charger 22 Battery Replacement 23 Charging Your Batteries 24 Chapter 3 Manual Brake Release Levers 27 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Table of Contents 5
Chapter 1 Operating Instructions Introduction 7 Service 7 General Warnings / Before You Use Your Teknique 8 Hoveround® Teknique / Diagram 12 Hoveround® Teknique / Warning Labels 13 Chapter 1 Operating Instructions 17 Entering Your Teknique 17 Driving Your Teknique 18 Joystick Controllers 20 Chapter 2 Batteries and Charging 22 Caring For Your Batteries and Charger 22 Battery Replacement 23 Charging Your Batteries 24 Chapter 3 Manual Brake Release Levers 27 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Table of Contents 5
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... (1-800-964-6837) if you . Always set to drive your home are contained in the manual. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique is OFF before getting into and out of the concepts in guidance from the Americans with the surrounding environment. The operation of... seat belt. 2. Never modify your wheelchair, and do not use accessories other than those developed for your power wheelchair, we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motorized vehicle. Keep your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair.
... (1-800-964-6837) if you . Always set to drive your home are contained in the manual. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique is OFF before getting into and out of the concepts in guidance from the Americans with the surrounding environment. The operation of... seat belt. 2. Never modify your wheelchair, and do not use accessories other than those developed for your power wheelchair, we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motorized vehicle. Keep your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair.
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Diagram Adjustable Seatback Joystick Controller • Removable Seat • Flip-Up Foot Rest • Anti-Tip Wheels • • • Adjustable Armrests • Seat Belt • • • • Seat Height & Position Adjustment Batteries Dual Motor Drive Brake Release Levers 12 Hoveround® Teknique - Hoveround® Teknique - Diagram D82007778 REV N 7/10/12
Diagram Adjustable Seatback Joystick Controller • Removable Seat • Flip-Up Foot Rest • Anti-Tip Wheels • • • Adjustable Armrests • Seat Belt • • • • Seat Height & Position Adjustment Batteries Dual Motor Drive Brake Release Levers 12 Hoveround® Teknique - Hoveround® Teknique - Diagram D82007778 REV N 7/10/12
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...; Always fasten seat belt to see where you are going and increases the chance of controller on your power wheelchair. 3. Check battery gauge for adequate battery capacity. 4. Do not attempt to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Allow plenty of movement. ...Always make sure that , when released, the joystick returns to test drive your Teknique. 2. Driving with seatback reclined. 1. Observe that the power...
...; Always fasten seat belt to see where you are going and increases the chance of controller on your power wheelchair. 3. Check battery gauge for adequate battery capacity. 4. Do not attempt to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Allow plenty of movement. ...Always make sure that , when released, the joystick returns to test drive your Teknique. 2. Driving with seatback reclined. 1. Observe that the power...
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.... 4. The system indicator may blink or the controller will either power down or go . See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to identify your Teknique are located on and off. 2. Press to select the desired mode of lighted segments. (If the number 5 is fully clockwise, you go off ....wheelchair to stop quickly move the joystick forward to lock the setting. 9. ON/OFF - The further you push, the faster you are functioning properly. Battery Gauge - Press mode or move the joystick from the forward position to a full reverse position and release the joystick. Sleep mode - Speed Down -...
.... 4. The system indicator may blink or the controller will either power down or go . See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to identify your Teknique are located on and off. 2. Press to select the desired mode of lighted segments. (If the number 5 is fully clockwise, you go off ....wheelchair to stop quickly move the joystick forward to lock the setting. 9. ON/OFF - The further you push, the faster you are functioning properly. Battery Gauge - Press mode or move the joystick from the forward position to a full reverse position and release the joystick. Sleep mode - Speed Down -...
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...2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 ALWAYS wash your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - Chapter 2 Batteries And Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any labels applied to do not allow metal ...objects such as tools, jewelry, trunk lids, and toolboxes to touch the battery terminals as gloves and safety glasses when handling batteries. • NEVER attempt to prevent dropping, pinching or lifting-related injuries. • ALWAYS make sure the...
...2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 ALWAYS wash your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - Chapter 2 Batteries And Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any labels applied to do not allow metal ...objects such as tools, jewelry, trunk lids, and toolboxes to touch the battery terminals as gloves and safety glasses when handling batteries. • NEVER attempt to prevent dropping, pinching or lifting-related injuries. • ALWAYS make sure the...
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... auxiliary devices to your wheel chair battery. The batteries supplied by Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use batteries of the sealed-type that require no maintenance. Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. non - D82007778...
... auxiliary devices to your wheel chair battery. The batteries supplied by Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use batteries of the sealed-type that require no maintenance. Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. non - D82007778...
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...charger. • ALWAYS use a grounded,120-volt household power outlet. • NEVER connect the charger to the battery. 24 Chapter 2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Charging Your Batteries Your power wheelchair is emitted during the charging process. • DO NOT smoke around your power wheelchair or charger ...wall outlet or chair. • Pinching the cable. • Handling sharp objects such as rain, sleet or snow. • ALWAYS charge your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in areas unsheltered from the weather. • DO NOT expose the charger...
...charger. • ALWAYS use a grounded,120-volt household power outlet. • NEVER connect the charger to the battery. 24 Chapter 2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Charging Your Batteries Your power wheelchair is emitted during the charging process. • DO NOT smoke around your power wheelchair or charger ...wall outlet or chair. • Pinching the cable. • Handling sharp objects such as rain, sleet or snow. • ALWAYS charge your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in areas unsheltered from the weather. • DO NOT expose the charger...
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..., along with the three holes on the plug with the joystick controller in the charger port. Figure 2A - Refer to charge AGM sealed lead acid batteries. Make sure the plug is fully seated in the OFF position. 3. • ONLY USE to Figure 2A below. Select a clean, dry, cool,... well ventilated area to charge any other type of battery or any electrical or other equipment. • DO NOT attempt to charge a frozen battery. 1. Charger Port, Typical Location D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 2 25 Do not attempt to use the ...
..., along with the three holes on the plug with the joystick controller in the charger port. Figure 2A - Refer to charge AGM sealed lead acid batteries. Make sure the plug is fully seated in the OFF position. 3. • ONLY USE to Figure 2A below. Select a clean, dry, cool,... well ventilated area to charge any other type of battery or any electrical or other equipment. • DO NOT attempt to charge a frozen battery. 1. Charger Port, Typical Location D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 2 25 Do not attempt to use the ...
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... indicating the power is on , check to make sure the household power is plugged fully into a 120-volt grounded household power outlet. 6. When the batteries are charged, and/or you have a: Flying Power FY-4101 Charger 1. If you are on , check to make sure the charger is working . ...of the charger, indicating power is on , please check to make sure the household power is fully plugged into the controller charging port and the batteries are being charged. 3. If no lights are ready to make sure the charger has been properly plugged into the controller. C. Switch the power ...
... indicating the power is on , check to make sure the household power is plugged fully into a 120-volt grounded household power outlet. 6. When the batteries are charged, and/or you have a: Flying Power FY-4101 Charger 1. If you are on , check to make sure the charger is working . ...of the charger, indicating power is on , please check to make sure the household power is fully plugged into the controller charging port and the batteries are being charged. 3. If no lights are ready to make sure the charger has been properly plugged into the controller. C. Switch the power ...
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Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for any service or maintenance needs. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working correctly. •...and expose you to ensure the performance and the safe operation of this manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair. Chapter 8 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are detailed in the maintenance section of your power ...
Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for any service or maintenance needs. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working correctly. •...and expose you to ensure the performance and the safe operation of this manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair. Chapter 8 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are detailed in the maintenance section of your power ...
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... signs of electrical damage. • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that the seat belt latches and does not show signs of wear or improper latching. 44 Chapter 8 D82007778 REV N 7/10...
... signs of electrical damage. • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that the seat belt latches and does not show signs of wear or improper latching. 44 Chapter 8 D82007778 REV N 7/10...
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...not in sleep mode. 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: Verify battery charger is not plugged in the drive ... with brake circuit. Speed Bars Cycling (VSI) or battery bars cycling (Pilot): Controller locked. Controllers using lighted bar displays Tekniques having one of bars on the battery gauge that manual brake release levers are flashing. 1 bar: Low battery or a bad connection. Lower the seat. 54 Chapter...
...not in sleep mode. 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: Verify battery charger is not plugged in the drive ... with brake circuit. Speed Bars Cycling (VSI) or battery bars cycling (Pilot): Controller locked. Controllers using lighted bar displays Tekniques having one of bars on the battery gauge that manual brake release levers are flashing. 1 bar: Low battery or a bad connection. Lower the seat. 54 Chapter...
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... , sealed AGM. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 57 Base with batteries 223 lbs. Total weight with batteries 183 lbs. Note: Specifications and equipment subject to change without notice. Base only 104 lbs. Batteries - Appendix D: Teknique FWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb...
... , sealed AGM. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 57 Base with batteries 223 lbs. Total weight with batteries 183 lbs. Note: Specifications and equipment subject to change without notice. Base only 104 lbs. Batteries - Appendix D: Teknique FWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb...
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Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. Appendix D: Teknique RWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5.5 mph* 20 miles* 300 lbs 36" 2.5" 2" 6° ... to floor 19" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 229 lbs Base only 100 lbs Base with batteries 178 lbs Batteries Two group 22 batteries, 50 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and...
Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. Appendix D: Teknique RWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5.5 mph* 20 miles* 300 lbs 36" 2.5" 2" 6° ... to floor 19" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 229 lbs Base only 100 lbs Base with batteries 178 lbs Batteries Two group 22 batteries, 50 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and...
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... 21" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 273 lbs Base only 114 lbs Base with batteries 222 lbs Batteries Two group 24 batteries, 75 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread ... 23" 5.5" 5.5" 90" 90" Dual Dual * Speed and range will vary with respect to change without notice. Appendix D: Teknique XHD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5 mph* 20 miles* 450 lbs 28" 3.7" 2" 6...
... 21" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 273 lbs Base only 114 lbs Base with batteries 222 lbs Batteries Two group 24 batteries, 75 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread ... 23" 5.5" 5.5" 90" 90" Dual Dual * Speed and range will vary with respect to change without notice. Appendix D: Teknique XHD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 5 mph* 20 miles* 450 lbs 28" 3.7" 2" 6...
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Appendix D: Teknique HD-6 Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 3.3 mph* 15 miles* 600 lbs 28" 3.2" 2" 6° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions... of seat cushion to floor 20.5" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 279 lbs Base only 120 lbs Base with batteries 228 lbs Batteries Two group 24 batteries, 75 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and width Caster...
Appendix D: Teknique HD-6 Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 3.3 mph* 15 miles* 600 lbs 28" 3.2" 2" 6° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions... of seat cushion to floor 20.5" Seat height adjustment .8", 1.5", or 2.3" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 279 lbs Base only 120 lbs Base with batteries 228 lbs Batteries Two group 24 batteries, 75 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire diameter and width Caster...
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... REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 61 Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. Appendix D: Teknique GT Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 6.5 mph* 15 miles* 300 lbs 37" 4.7"... 20.5" Seat height adjustment 1.6", 2.4", or 3.1" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 242 lbs Base only 102 lbs Base with batteries 181 lbs Batteries Two group 22 batteries, 50 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire...
... REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 61 Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. Appendix D: Teknique GT Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 6.5 mph* 15 miles* 300 lbs 37" 4.7"... 20.5" Seat height adjustment 1.6", 2.4", or 3.1" from lowest position Total weight, with batteries 242 lbs Base only 102 lbs Base with batteries 181 lbs Batteries Two group 22 batteries, 50 amp hour capacity each, Sealed AGM Tires and casters Tire type and tread Tire...
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..., tubes, foot mats, body plastic and batteries) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the Teknique FWD, RWD and GT to be free...
..., tubes, foot mats, body plastic and batteries) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the Teknique FWD, RWD and GT to be free...