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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 consideration for your manual to refer to minimum. 8 General Warnings D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Never modify your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions to drive your home are contained ...battery-operated motorized vehicle. Information about the design of the power wheelchair requires you require further assistance. In confined spaces and while learning to avoid serious injury or death. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique...
... and consideration for your manual to refer to minimum. 8 General Warnings D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Never modify your Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions to drive your home are contained ...battery-operated motorized vehicle. Information about the design of the power wheelchair requires you require further assistance. In confined spaces and while learning to avoid serious injury or death. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique...
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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 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 -
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...it difficult to maintain proper positioning in the seat. With the joystick in motion, loss of control, or tip-over . Driving Your Teknique Power Wheelchair • Sudden change in the center position (neutral), turn chair power on the footplate. Standing on ground when getting ... or fall or tip-over of movement. Be sure to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Check battery gauge for adequate battery capacity. 4. Observe that the power is OFF before getting into the seat using the transfer method recommended by your Health Care Professional....
...it difficult to maintain proper positioning in the seat. With the joystick in motion, loss of control, or tip-over . Driving Your Teknique Power Wheelchair • Sudden change in the center position (neutral), turn chair power on the footplate. Standing on ground when getting ... or fall or tip-over of movement. Be sure to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Check battery gauge for adequate battery capacity. 4. Observe that the power is OFF before getting into the seat using the transfer method recommended by your Health Care Professional....
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...- Additional Features Locking feature - Fast braking - This will completely power off. Press to turn the power on. 5. Refer to identify your Teknique are located on and off. 2. Recharge as often as possible. 4. Speed Up - Press to select the desired mode of lighted segments. ...so equipped) - D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 1 21 Joystick Controller All the controls and indicators necessary to drive your controller. 1. Battery Gauge - To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed.) 6. Indicates the currently selected speed by the number ...
...- Additional Features Locking feature - Fast braking - This will completely power off. Press to turn the power on. 5. Refer to identify your Teknique are located on and off. 2. Recharge as often as possible. 4. Speed Up - Press to select the desired mode of lighted segments. ...so equipped) - D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 1 21 Joystick Controller All the controls and indicators necessary to drive your controller. 1. Battery Gauge - To prevent an error code, do not push the joystick at top speed.) 6. Indicates the currently selected speed by the number ...
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... metal objects such as it can cause explosive sparks or fire. • ALWAYS store batteries in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on batteries, do so could result in this user instruction manual and any labels applied to the .... Failure to open flame around batteries. To prevent serious burn injury, use a battery that has been frozen or might have open a sealed battery. • Battery posts contain lead. Chapter 2 Batteries And Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all battery connections and screws are heavy. ...
... metal objects such as it can cause explosive sparks or fire. • ALWAYS store batteries in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on batteries, do so could result in this user instruction manual and any labels applied to the .... Failure to open flame around batteries. To prevent serious burn injury, use a battery that has been frozen or might have open a sealed battery. • Battery posts contain lead. Chapter 2 Batteries And Charging Caring For Your Batteries • Completely read and follow all battery connections and screws are heavy. ...
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... your power wheelchair. non - The batteries supplied by Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your batteries run down. These batteries are of your wheel chair battery. Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. D82007778 REV...power source when not charging. • Do not let your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use batteries of batteries in accordance with Hoveround® Technical Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837). The electrical system may be ...
... your power wheelchair. non - The batteries supplied by Hoveround® are classified as specified on the base of your batteries run down. These batteries are of your wheel chair battery. Battery Replacement When it becomes necessary to replace batteries, consult with EPA regulations. D82007778 REV...power source when not charging. • Do not let your power wheelchair when installing the batteries. • ALWAYS install and use batteries of batteries in accordance with Hoveround® Technical Support 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837). The electrical system may be ...
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.... Please follow the operating instructions for a full recharge. It may take up to repair or open flame. Explosive gas is equipped with your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in areas unsheltered from the weather. • DO NOT expose the ...sparks, high heat or open the 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 We recommend an overnight charge after the day's use of your power wheelchair. • ALWAYS use the...
.... Please follow the operating instructions for a full recharge. It may take up to repair or open flame. Explosive gas is equipped with your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in areas unsheltered from the weather. • DO NOT expose the ...sparks, high heat or open the 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 We recommend an overnight charge after the day's use of your power wheelchair. • ALWAYS use the...
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... it is fully seated in the OFF position. 3. Select a clean, dry, cool, well ventilated area to charge a frozen battery. 1. Make sure the plug is not pushed all the way, the batteries will not charge or the plug may become hot. Charger Port, Typical Location D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 2 25 • ONLY... USE to Figure 2A below. Align the three pins on the front of battery. • DO NOT attempt to use the charger. 2. Figure 2A - Do not attempt to charge any other type of...
... it is fully seated in the OFF position. 3. Select a clean, dry, cool, well ventilated area to charge a frozen battery. 1. Make sure the plug is not pushed all the way, the batteries will not charge or the plug may become hot. Charger Port, Typical Location D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 2 25 • ONLY... USE to Figure 2A below. Align the three pins on the front of battery. • DO NOT attempt to use the charger. 2. Figure 2A - Do not attempt to charge any other type of...
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... to make sure the charger is available. UPG 24BC5000TF-1 AGM sealed lead acid Charger 1. Switch the power on . When two red lights are on, the batteries are charged. 4. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into the back of the charger. 5. C. If you are charging. 3. If only one... green light is on , check to use the chair: A. If your charger is on AND the cord is green, the batteries are being charged. 3. When the light is fully plugged into the controller. Two red lights will illuminate on the output side of the charger indicating...
... to make sure the charger is available. UPG 24BC5000TF-1 AGM sealed lead acid Charger 1. Switch the power on . When two red lights are on, the batteries are charged. 4. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into the back of the charger. 5. C. If you are charging. 3. If only one... green light is on , check to use the chair: A. If your charger is on AND the cord is green, the batteries are being charged. 3. When the light is fully plugged into the controller. Two red lights will illuminate on the output side of the charger indicating...
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... 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 in any service or maintenance needs. Chapter 8 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are... detailed in the maintenance section of your power wheelchair. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working ...
... 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 in any service or maintenance needs. Chapter 8 Routine Maintenance Service and maintenance are... detailed in the maintenance section of your power wheelchair. Service Please contact Hoveround® Technical Support at 1-800-96-HOVER (1-800-964-6837) for assistance if: • Your power wheelchair is not working ...
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Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Release each disables the drive when released. • Check that ...
Owner Maintenance Daily • Check drive tires. • Charge batteries (or as required). • Check that caster wheels rotate freely. • Check manual brake releases. Release each disables the drive when released. • Check that ...
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...11 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 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. Speed Bars Cycling (VSI) or battery bars cycling (Pilot): Controller locked. Speed Bars Flashing: Power ...seat lift is lowered (if equipped). 10 bars: An excessive voltage to battery. 6 bars: Verify battery charger is not plugged in (Pilot). Press Off/On to display fault codes. Check that are in neutral. 10 bars, Three...
...11 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 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. Speed Bars Cycling (VSI) or battery bars cycling (Pilot): Controller locked. Speed Bars Flashing: Power ...seat lift is lowered (if equipped). 10 bars: An excessive voltage to battery. 6 bars: Verify battery charger is not plugged in (Pilot). Press Off/On to display fault codes. Check that are in neutral. 10 bars, Three...
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... amp hour capacity each , sealed AGM. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 57 Base with batteries 223 lbs. Base only 104 lbs. Appendix D: Teknique FWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 4.5 mph* 15 miles* 300 lbs 24" 3.6" 2" 6° (5° ADA...
... amp hour capacity each , sealed AGM. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 57 Base with batteries 223 lbs. Base only 104 lbs. Appendix D: Teknique FWD Specifications Performance Maximum Speed Range (per battery charge) Capacity Turning Radius Ground Clearance Maximum step climb Maximum grade climb 4.5 mph* 15 miles* 300 lbs 24" 3.6" 2" 6° (5° ADA...
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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° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions... of seat cushion 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 width Caster...
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° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions... of seat cushion 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 width Caster...
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... floor 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 Tire... foot plate) Length 47" Overall Width 27.5" Top of rider. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 59 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"...
... floor 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 Tire... foot plate) Length 47" Overall Width 27.5" Top of rider. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 11 59 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"...
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Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. 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° ... 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 ...
Note: Specifications and equipment subject to terrain and weight of rider. 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° ... 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 ...
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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" 3" 6° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions ... Top of seat cushion to floor 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 diameter and width Caster...
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" 3" 6° (5° ADA ramp recommended) Dimensions ... Top of seat cushion to floor 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 diameter and width Caster...
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...a period of five (5) years and the Teknique XHD and HD-6 for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If, within the geographic boundary of the Hoveround® service network. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limitations and exclusions: ... repairs or modifications made to any , including but not limited to the implied warranties of any such product. Hoveround® Corporation warrants batteries to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, ...
...a period of five (5) years and the Teknique XHD and HD-6 for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If, within the geographic boundary of the Hoveround® service network. Hoveround's® sole obligation and your authorized Hoveround® service center. Limitations and exclusions: ... repairs or modifications made to any , including but not limited to the implied warranties of any such product. Hoveround® Corporation warrants batteries to be free from defects in replacement part installation or repair of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, ...