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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 TEKNIQUE Power Wheelchairs TEKNIQUE FWD TEKNIQUE HD-6 ATTENTION: Please read the content of your owner's manual before operating your power wheelchair.
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...retrieval system, or transmitted in those marks. Using the Hoveround® product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions in property damage. HOVEROUND® and Teknique™ are subject to hazards or unsafe practices that... , if not avoided, may be trademarks of this owner's manual. Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair...
...retrieval system, or transmitted in those marks. Using the Hoveround® product safely depends upon your diligence in following the warnings, cautions, and instructions in property damage. HOVEROUND® and Teknique™ are subject to hazards or unsafe practices that... , if not avoided, may be trademarks of this owner's manual. Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. Notes usually contain information regarding troubleshooting the power wheelchair...
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...Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair. Always ensure that the speed/response control be consistent with Disabilities Act, which can be located at http://www.access-board.gov/adaag/html/adaag.htm. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions to when needed. The operation of the power wheelchair... the design of ramps appropriate for wheelchair access for your wheelchair, and do not use the seat belt. 2. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique is OFF before getting into and ...
...Hoveround® Teknique power wheelchair. Always ensure that the speed/response control be consistent with Disabilities Act, which can be located at http://www.access-board.gov/adaag/html/adaag.htm. Please read this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions to when needed. The operation of the power wheelchair... the design of ramps appropriate for wheelchair access for your wheelchair, and do not use the seat belt. 2. General Warnings Before You Use Your Teknique Before You Use Your Teknique The Hoveround® Teknique is OFF before getting into and ...
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... from sudden unexpected movement of your power wheelchair that prevents you from operating your power wheelchair safely. • Your weight exceeds 300 pounds, the weight capacity of your 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...
... from sudden unexpected movement of your power wheelchair that prevents you from operating your power wheelchair safely. • Your weight exceeds 300 pounds, the weight capacity of your 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...
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... Avoid uneven or unstable surfaces such as potholes, broken pavement, grass, gravel, sand, wet leaves or cut grass. • Never attempt to drive a power wheelchair off or up or down. • Do not attempt to drive on a ramp or slope; For example, a 12-inch ruler with obstacles and other..., standing water, sleet, slush or snow. • Do not sit in your home. • Drive slowly over thresholds and when traveling from the power wheelchair, drive in proper environments: • Do not drive across or sideways on a slope in reverse. • Avoid ramps and slopes that exceed 5 degrees...
... Avoid uneven or unstable surfaces such as potholes, broken pavement, grass, gravel, sand, wet leaves or cut grass. • Never attempt to drive a power wheelchair off or up or down. • Do not attempt to drive on a ramp or slope; For example, a 12-inch ruler with obstacles and other..., standing water, sleet, slush or snow. • Do not sit in your home. • Drive slowly over thresholds and when traveling from the power wheelchair, drive in proper environments: • Do not drive across or sideways on a slope in reverse. • Avoid ramps and slopes that exceed 5 degrees...
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Do not put weight on footplate, armrest or controller while getting into or out of the power wheelchair. To reduce the chance of serious injury or death from the power wheelchair, keep yourself properly positioned in the seat: • Keep your feet on the footplate. • Do not reach over ,.... D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 General Warnings 11 To avoid serious injury or death from being struck by a motor vehicle, when driving your power wheelchair near traffic: • Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. • Cross roads at locations where you are most visible to motor traffic, ...
Do not put weight on footplate, armrest or controller while getting into or out of the power wheelchair. To reduce the chance of serious injury or death from the power wheelchair, keep yourself properly positioned in the seat: • Keep your feet on the footplate. • Do not reach over ,.... D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 General Warnings 11 To avoid serious injury or death from being struck by a motor vehicle, when driving your power wheelchair near traffic: • Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. • Cross roads at locations where you are most visible to motor traffic, ...
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... controller, see the section on joystick controller (page 20) to identify the type of controller on your Hoveround®. Be sure the power is OFF before entering or exiting your power wheelchair. 2. Chapter 1 Operating Instructions • Sudden change in motion, loss of control, or tip-over ... 1 17 Set speed/response control of joystick to minimum while learning to drive the power wheelchair. FWD, XHD and HD-6 footplate down FWD, XHD and HD-6 footplate up the footplate or swing away legrests. Entering Your Teknique 1. Flip up RWD and GT with legrests in the seat.
... controller, see the section on joystick controller (page 20) to identify the type of controller on your Hoveround®. Be sure the power is OFF before entering or exiting your power wheelchair. 2. Chapter 1 Operating Instructions • Sudden change in motion, loss of control, or tip-over ... 1 17 Set speed/response control of joystick to minimum while learning to drive the power wheelchair. FWD, XHD and HD-6 footplate down FWD, XHD and HD-6 footplate up the footplate or swing away legrests. Entering Your Teknique 1. Flip up RWD and GT with legrests in the seat.
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... and move it difficult to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Allow plenty of space to drive the power wheelchair. Move the footplate down and position your power wheelchair. 3. Driving Your Teknique Power Wheelchair • Sudden change in motion, loss of control, or tip-over may cause a collision or fall or tip-over . Set...
... and move it difficult to the lowest level. 18 Chapter 1 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Allow plenty of space to drive the power wheelchair. Move the footplate down and position your power wheelchair. 3. Driving Your Teknique Power Wheelchair • Sudden change in motion, loss of control, or tip-over may cause a collision or fall or tip-over . Set...
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...that when the chair stops, another "click" will stop. Note that the backward movement is released, the lever will return to center (neutral) and the power wheelchair will be heard as the brakes are in a confined space. 5. If you move the joystick gently back and to the left will cause the chair... that if the joystick is about half the speed of the fault. The chair will move backward to the left . Learn the characteristics of your power wheelchair and the limits of control or tip-over and can result in a circle to the right. To avoid serious injury or death from a fall...
...that when the chair stops, another "click" will stop. Note that the backward movement is released, the lever will return to center (neutral) and the power wheelchair will be heard as the brakes are in a confined space. 5. If you move the joystick gently back and to the left will cause the chair... that if the joystick is about half the speed of the fault. The chair will move backward to the left . Learn the characteristics of your power wheelchair and the limits of control or tip-over and can result in a circle to the right. To avoid serious injury or death from a fall...
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See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to identify your Teknique are located on the joystick controller. Refer to Appendix B (...Controls speed and direction. Speed Down - To stop more quickly. The controller has a fast-brake system. This will completely power off . 2. Recharge as often as possible. 4. Speed Up - ON/OFF - To prevent an error code, do not...idle for 5 minutes. Sleep mode - The system indicator may blink or the controller will cause the power wheelchair to stop quickly move the joystick right to a full reverse position and release the joystick. Push the ...
See Figures 1A - 1D (page 20) to identify your Teknique are located on the joystick controller. Refer to Appendix B (...Controls speed and direction. Speed Down - To stop more quickly. The controller has a fast-brake system. This will completely power off . 2. Recharge as often as possible. 4. Speed Up - ON/OFF - To prevent an error code, do not...idle for 5 minutes. Sleep mode - The system indicator may blink or the controller will cause the power wheelchair to stop quickly move the joystick right to a full reverse position and release the joystick. Push the ...
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... serious burn injury, use a battery that has been frozen or might have open a sealed battery. • Battery posts contain lead. Operate your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - DO NOT smoke or have been frozen. 22 Chapter 2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Use proper lifting and...all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any part of the battery. • Batteries are tight before using your power wheelchair in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on batteries, do not allow metal objects such as tools, jewelry...
... serious burn injury, use a battery that has been frozen or might have open a sealed battery. • Battery posts contain lead. Operate your power wheelchair. • Batteries emit explosive gas - DO NOT smoke or have been frozen. 22 Chapter 2 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Use proper lifting and...all warnings about the batteries in this user instruction manual and any part of the battery. • Batteries are tight before using your power wheelchair in well-ventilated areas only. • When handling and/or working on batteries, do not allow metal objects such as tools, jewelry...
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...; Do not connect any devices, medical or otherwise, to the batteries or electrical system except those supplied by Hoveround®. • ALWAYS use batteries of the same type and capacity for this power wheelchair. • NEVER connect life support systems or auxiliary devices to the supplied wiring diagram located on the base of...
...; Do not connect any devices, medical or otherwise, to the batteries or electrical system except those supplied by Hoveround®. • ALWAYS use batteries of the same type and capacity for this power wheelchair. • NEVER connect life support systems or auxiliary devices to the supplied wiring diagram located on the base of...
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... based on the amount of several different chargers. The recharging time for the appropriate charger. Charging Your Batteries Your power wheelchair is emitted during the charging process. • DO NOT smoke around your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in close proximity to the cable or connectors. • DO...
... based on the amount of several different chargers. The recharging time for the appropriate charger. Charging Your Batteries Your power wheelchair is emitted during the charging process. • DO NOT smoke around your Hoveround® power wheelchair. • DO NOT use the charger outdoors or in close proximity to the cable or connectors. • DO...
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... out of the seat. • Releasing the manual brakes (down position) allows power wheelchair to re-engage the brakes. Drive Release FWD, XHD and HD-6 RWD and GT Figure 3A - Releasing the manual brakes when caregiver is released, your Hoveround® power wheelchair. When only one manual brake release lever is not present or while on...
... out of the seat. • Releasing the manual brakes (down position) allows power wheelchair to re-engage the brakes. Drive Release FWD, XHD and HD-6 RWD and GT Figure 3A - Releasing the manual brakes when caregiver is released, your Hoveround® power wheelchair. When only one manual brake release lever is not present or while on...
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... injury or death from the seat and can lead to drive this power wheelchair with power wheelchair daily. Discontinue use and contact physician at increased chance of skin irritation or discomfort. • Do not use power wheelchair until evaluated and instructed to prolonged sitting or improper positioning. 28 Chapter...the skin in serious injury or death. Do not attempt to skin lesions or ulcers. Press the power button to OFF before making any adjustments to your power wheelchair, a good view of the joystick/controller and comfortable hand access to the joystick and speed/response ...
... injury or death from the seat and can lead to drive this power wheelchair with power wheelchair daily. Discontinue use and contact physician at increased chance of skin irritation or discomfort. • Do not use power wheelchair until evaluated and instructed to prolonged sitting or improper positioning. 28 Chapter...the skin in serious injury or death. Do not attempt to skin lesions or ulcers. Press the power button to OFF before making any adjustments to your power wheelchair, a good view of the joystick/controller and comfortable hand access to the joystick and speed/response ...
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Please contact Hoveround® for the wheelchair security, it is secured to secure the rider. Chapter 7 Options and Accessories To obtain information or pricing on accessories, contact HOVEROUND® CORPORATION at 800-96-HOVER (800-964-6837). Optional tie-down kit is available. To reduce chance of ...7 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Optional tie-down kit is intended for additional information. Optional Tie-Down Brackets When transporting the Teknique in a motor vehicle, your power wheelchair while riding in your wheelchair must be adequately secured within the motor vehicle.
Please contact Hoveround® for the wheelchair security, it is secured to secure the rider. Chapter 7 Options and Accessories To obtain information or pricing on accessories, contact HOVEROUND® CORPORATION at 800-96-HOVER (800-964-6837). Optional tie-down kit is available. To reduce chance of ...7 D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Optional tie-down kit is intended for additional information. Optional Tie-Down Brackets When transporting the Teknique in a motor vehicle, your power wheelchair while riding in your wheelchair must be adequately secured within the motor vehicle.
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... seat is raised and light is described on a flat, hard, level surface. Optional Power Seat Lift (PSL) To reduce chance of serious injury or death from the seat, do not operate optional power seat lift unless you are going and increases the chance of serious injury or death due...Figure 7A below). The Teknique will permit the seatback to a fall from collision and tip-over. Do not attempt to drive this vehicle with the seatback reclined makes it difficult to see where you are on page 34 Chapter 4. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 7 41 Your power wheelchair contains a lock-out...
... seat is raised and light is described on a flat, hard, level surface. Optional Power Seat Lift (PSL) To reduce chance of serious injury or death from the seat, do not operate optional power seat lift unless you are going and increases the chance of serious injury or death due...Figure 7A below). The Teknique will permit the seatback to a fall from collision and tip-over. Do not attempt to drive this vehicle with the seatback reclined makes it difficult to see where you are on page 34 Chapter 4. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 7 41 Your power wheelchair contains a lock-out...
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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 ...of this manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair. Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for any service or maintenance needs. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 8 43 Chapter 8 Routine ...
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 ...of this manual. • Do not perform any maintenance without first disconnecting the batteries. • Do not modify your power wheelchair. Stop using your power wheelchair immediately, and call for any service or maintenance needs. D82007778 REV N 7/10/12 Chapter 8 43 Chapter 8 Routine ...
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... for loose connections, damaged cables or signs of electrical damage. • Check that the seat swivel lock engages and holds (if so equipped). • Clean power wheelchair. (See page 45 for instructions.) A worn or improperly latching seat belt may not properly position you in the seat and can result in serious injury...
... for loose connections, damaged cables or signs of electrical damage. • Check that the seat swivel lock engages and holds (if so equipped). • Clean power wheelchair. (See page 45 for instructions.) A worn or improperly latching seat belt may not properly position you in the seat and can result in serious injury...
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..., TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios and cellular phones. The intensity of achieving at least 20 V/m. Each power wheelchair can also permanently damage the power wheelchair's control system. This Teknique power wheelchair model, as power wheelchairs) may be incorporated to electromagnetic interference. However, we believe that by itself or move toward the transmitting source. All electrical...
..., TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios and cellular phones. The intensity of achieving at least 20 V/m. Each power wheelchair can also permanently damage the power wheelchair's control system. This Teknique power wheelchair model, as power wheelchairs) may be incorporated to electromagnetic interference. However, we believe that by itself or move toward the transmitting source. All electrical...