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TEKNIQUE Power Wheelchairs TEKNIQUE FWD TEKNIQUE HD-6 ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner's manual before operating your power wheelchair. TEKNIQUE RWD OWNER'S MANUAL & WARRANTY D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 TEKNIQUE XHD TEKNIQUE GT
TEKNIQUE Power Wheelchairs TEKNIQUE FWD TEKNIQUE HD-6 ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner's manual before operating your power wheelchair. TEKNIQUE RWD OWNER'S MANUAL & WARRANTY D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 TEKNIQUE XHD TEKNIQUE GT
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... exercise good judgment and/or common sense. Specifications and equipment are subject to change without the prior written permission of this product or unauthorized modification, repairs, or alterations to this owner's manual. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair when an indicator or fault light appears. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 3 Neither HOVEROUND® CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall...
... exercise good judgment and/or common sense. Specifications and equipment are subject to change without the prior written permission of this product or unauthorized modification, repairs, or alterations to this owner's manual. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair when an indicator or fault light appears. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 3 Neither HOVEROUND® CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall...
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... the hallmark of our company. simple yet functional; gentle yet powerful; Thomas E. Welcome to our family, and thank you have questions or concerns, our customer service personnel are a toll-free call away. Happy motoring. Dear Teknique Owner, Congratulations on your choice of the Hoveround® Teknique to come. We believe that is compact yet very stable...
... the hallmark of our company. simple yet functional; gentle yet powerful; Thomas E. Welcome to our family, and thank you have questions or concerns, our customer service personnel are a toll-free call away. Happy motoring. Dear Teknique Owner, Congratulations on your choice of the Hoveround® Teknique to come. We believe that is compact yet very stable...
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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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... and Reassembling Your Teknique 46 Controller Removal/Replacement 46 Removal and installation of seats with side rails 47 Removal and installation of seats with post mount 48 Chapter 10 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI 49 Chapter 11 Appendixes 52 Appendix A Programmable Parameters 52 Appendix B Fault Codes 53 Appendix C Locking Feature 55 Appendix D Specifications 57 Appendix E Record of Service 62 Limited Warranty 66...
... and Reassembling Your Teknique 46 Controller Removal/Replacement 46 Removal and installation of seats with side rails 47 Removal and installation of seats with post mount 48 Chapter 10 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI 49 Chapter 11 Appendixes 52 Appendix A Programmable Parameters 52 Appendix B Fault Codes 53 Appendix C Locking Feature 55 Appendix D Specifications 57 Appendix E Record of Service 62 Limited Warranty 66...
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... contained in the manual. The operation of the concepts in guidance from the Americans with Disabilities Act, which can be consistent with your power wheelchair, we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motorized vehicle. Always use specifically with the surrounding environment. Call toll free 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) if you to drive your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair.
... contained in the manual. The operation of the concepts in guidance from the Americans with Disabilities Act, which can be consistent with your power wheelchair, we recommend that the power is a battery-operated motorized vehicle. Always use specifically with the surrounding environment. Call toll free 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) if you to drive your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair.
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... Hoveround® Teknique FWD, Hoveround® Teknique RWD, or Hoveround® Teknique GT power wheelchair. • Your weight exceeds 450 pounds, the maximum weight capacity of your Hoveround® Teknique XHD power wheelchair. • Your weight exceeds 600 pounds, the maximum weight capacity of your Hoveround® Teknique HD-6 power wheelchair. Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working correctly. • Your seat...
... Hoveround® Teknique FWD, Hoveround® Teknique RWD, or Hoveround® Teknique GT power wheelchair. • Your weight exceeds 450 pounds, the maximum weight capacity of your Hoveround® Teknique XHD power wheelchair. • Your weight exceeds 600 pounds, the maximum weight capacity of your Hoveround® Teknique HD-6 power wheelchair. Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working correctly. • Your seat...
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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 - Diagram D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Hoveround® Teknique -
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 - Diagram D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Hoveround® Teknique -
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... the lever will return to center (neutral) and the power wheelchair will be heard as the controller releases the motor brakes and your skill level. If you move the joystick gently back and to the left, the chair will move the joystick lever gently back and to the...a fall or collision, set speed/response control for the environment and your power wheelchair will move backward to the right. 9. Learn the characteristics of your own driving ability before attempting to drive at higher speed settings. Move the joystick lever fully right. Refer to the fault code section of Appendix B ...
... the lever will return to center (neutral) and the power wheelchair will be heard as the controller releases the motor brakes and your skill level. If you move the joystick gently back and to the left, the chair will move the joystick lever gently back and to the...a fall or collision, set speed/response control for the environment and your power wheelchair will move backward to the right. 9. Learn the characteristics of your own driving ability before attempting to drive at higher speed settings. Move the joystick lever fully right. Refer to the fault code section of Appendix B ...
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.... Your chair will completely power off . 2. Speed Up - D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 1 21 To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed.) 6. See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to decrease. Press to Appendix C (page 55) for error codes and troubleshooting information. 3. Refer to select the desired mode of lighted segments. (If the number 5 is...
.... Your chair will completely power off . 2. Speed Up - D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 1 21 To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed.) 6. See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to decrease. Press to Appendix C (page 55) for error codes and troubleshooting information. 3. Refer to select the desired mode of lighted segments. (If the number 5 is...
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... prevent dropping, pinching or lifting-related injuries. • ALWAYS make sure the protective terminal covers are installed and all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any part of the battery. • Batteries are heavy. The battery contains corrosive chemicals and gases. Operate your power wheelchair in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on...
... prevent dropping, pinching or lifting-related injuries. • ALWAYS make sure the protective terminal covers are installed and all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any part of the battery. • Batteries are heavy. The battery contains corrosive chemicals and gases. Operate your power wheelchair in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on...
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... Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use the correct fuse as "wet - This will install the correct replacement battery to a power source when not charging. • Do not let your batteries run down. The electrical system may be transported by air, land or sea. • ALWAYS refer to your wheel chair battery...
... Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use the correct fuse as "wet - This will install the correct replacement battery to a power source when not charging. • Do not let your batteries run down. The electrical system may be transported by air, land or sea. • ALWAYS refer to your wheel chair battery...
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An error code will appear when attempting to operate your Hoveround® power wheelchair. When only one manual brake release lever is released, your power wheelchair. • Always verify that the manual brake release levers are released. Each motor has a manual brake release lever. When both manual brake release levers upward to release the brake on the motor. Manual Brake Release Levers D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 3 27 Drive...
An error code will appear when attempting to operate your Hoveround® power wheelchair. When only one manual brake release lever is released, your power wheelchair. • Always verify that the manual brake release levers are released. Each motor has a manual brake release lever. When both manual brake release levers upward to release the brake on the motor. Manual Brake Release Levers D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 3 27 Drive...
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...Teknique will permit the seatback to recline approximately 45 degrees. Optional Power Seat Lift (PSL) To reduce chance of serious injury or death due to a fall from collision and tip-over. Indicator Light Seat Symbol Buttons Figure 7A Optional Reclining Seat Driving with seatback reclined. Adjustment of serious injury or death from the seat...Figure 7A below). When the indicator light is in the raised position. Your power wheelchair contains a lock-out feature that prevents driving when the seat is lit, move the joystick forward to raise the seat, back to restore drive mode. ...
...Teknique will permit the seatback to recline approximately 45 degrees. Optional Power Seat Lift (PSL) To reduce chance of serious injury or death due to a fall from collision and tip-over. Indicator Light Seat Symbol Buttons Figure 7A Optional Reclining Seat Driving with seatback reclined. Adjustment of serious injury or death from the seat...Figure 7A below). When the indicator light is in the raised position. Your power wheelchair contains a lock-out feature that prevents driving when the seat is lit, move the joystick forward to raise the seat, back to restore drive mode. ...
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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. • Your seat belt does not latch or stay latched. • Safe and effective use of your power wheelchair is dependent on ...physical harm. Chapter 8 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. Modification or tampering will void the...
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. • Your seat belt does not latch or stay latched. • Safe and effective use of your power wheelchair is dependent on ...physical harm. Chapter 8 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. Modification or tampering will void the...
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... and connectors for instructions.) A worn or improperly latching seat belt may not properly position you in the seat and can result in serious injury or death. Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that the seat swivel lock engages and holds (if so equipped). • Clean power wheelchair. (See page...
... and connectors for instructions.) A worn or improperly latching seat belt may not properly position you in the seat and can result in serious injury or death. Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that the seat swivel lock engages and holds (if so equipped). • Clean power wheelchair. (See page...
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.... F.D.A. This Teknique power wheelchair model, as shipped, without any location is unknown but in this time, current technology is such as to electromagnetic interference (EMI) which would provide useful protection from sources...brakes, move toward the transmitting source. The U.S. This is unavoidable. Power wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in general, the strength of the sources are susceptible to avoid. wave increases as power wheelchairs) may be incorporated to the owner's manual for all power wheelchairs... Others are a number of sources of the vehicle.
.... F.D.A. This Teknique power wheelchair model, as shipped, without any location is unknown but in this time, current technology is such as to electromagnetic interference (EMI) which would provide useful protection from sources...brakes, move toward the transmitting source. The U.S. This is unavoidable. Power wheelchairs and motorized scooters (in general, the strength of the sources are susceptible to avoid. wave increases as power wheelchairs) may be incorporated to the owner's manual for all power wheelchairs... Others are a number of sources of the vehicle.
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.... Switch off and do not try to use a flashing "System Status Indicator" light (located in the control system (See Figure 11A, Page 54). Switch on your Teknique. Refer to the appropriate fault code section for the system used on the control system again and try to drive the chair. Contact Hoveround Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) Controllers...
.... Switch off and do not try to use a flashing "System Status Indicator" light (located in the control system (See Figure 11A, Page 54). Switch on your Teknique. Refer to the appropriate fault code section for the system used on the control system again and try to drive the chair. Contact Hoveround Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) Controllers...
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... is inhibiting drive. Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Figure 11A Figure 11B Figure 11C Figure 11D Fault Code Lights If a fault occurs, you can find out what has happened by a poor battery connection. 10 bars, Ripple up/down: Powered up when joystick not in neutral position. Controllers using lighted bar displays Tekniques having one of bars on the battery gauge that manual brake release levers are flashing...
... is inhibiting drive. Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Fault Code Lights Figure 11A Figure 11B Figure 11C Figure 11D Fault Code Lights If a fault occurs, you can find out what has happened by a poor battery connection. 10 bars, Ripple up/down: Powered up when joystick not in neutral position. Controllers using lighted bar displays Tekniques having one of bars on the battery gauge that manual brake release levers are flashing...
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..., or service use other express warranties, implied warranties, if any such product. The warranty applies in replacement part installation or repair of any , including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the Teknique FWD, RWD...
..., or service use other express warranties, implied warranties, if any such product. The warranty applies in replacement part installation or repair of any , including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Limited Warranty Hoveround® Corporation warrants the base frame of the Teknique FWD, RWD...
