Page 2 - S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S; Pride Mobility Products Corp.
S A F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S Copyright © 2003 Pride Mobility Products Corp. Please read and follow all instructions in this owners manual before attempting to operate your power chair for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, or if you require additional assi...
Page 3 - C O N T E N T S
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 3 C O N T E N T S I. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4 II. SAFETY .......................................................................................
Page 4 - I . I N T R O D U C T I O N; INTRODUCTION; Information Exchange
4 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I . I N T R O D U C T I O N INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pride Power Chair. The Pride Power Chair design combines the most advanced state-of-the-art components with mo...
Page 5 - Pride Owners Club; us and we will be glad to send you a new one immediately.
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 5 I . I N T R O D U C T I O N Pride Owners Club As an owner of a Pride product, you are invited to register your products warranty and enroll in the Pride Owners Club. You may do so by filling out and returning your enclosed registration card or by vis...
Page 6 - SAFETY; instruction process for the use of the product.; Modifications; Check for proper tire inflation. Maintain
6 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I I . S A F E T Y SAFETY WARNING! Do not operate your new power chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owners manual. Your power chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pr...
Page 7 - Weight Limitations; Tire Inflation; Incline Information; Avoid sudden stops and starts.
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 7 I I . S A F E T Y NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact your authorized Pride provider for assistance. Weight Limitations Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity. Please refer to the specifications table for this limit. WARNING! Exc...
Page 8 - Braking Information; Your power chair is equipped with two powerful brake systems:; Cornering Information; the sharpness of the turn) to prevent your power chair from tipping.
8 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I I . S A F E T Y WARNING! When climbing an incline, do not zigzag or drive at an angle up the face of the incline. Drive your power chair straight up the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or a fall. Always exercise extreme cautio...
Page 9 - Outdoor Driving Surfaces; Avoid tall grass that can entangle the running gear.; Freewheel Mode
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 9 I I . S A F E T Y WARNING! When cornering sharply, reduce your speed. This greatly reduces the possibility of a tip or fall. To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, always exercise common sense when cornering. Outdoor Driving Surfaces Your po...
Page 10 - Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.
10 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I I . S A F E T Y WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an obstacle that is higher than two inches unless you have the assistance of an attendant. WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair proceed backward down any ...
Page 11 - Transfers; before attempting a transfer:; Positioning Belts
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 11 I I . S A F E T Y Transfers Transferring onto and off of your power chair requires a good sense of balance. Always have an attendant or healthcare professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of inju...
Page 12 - Preventing Unintended movement; Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
12www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I I . S A F E T Y Inclement Weather Precautions WARNING! Pride recommends that you do not operate your power chair in icy or slippery conditions or on salted surfaces (i.e., walks or roads). Such use may adversely affect the performance and safety of ...
Page 13 - Alcohol; awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol.; Removable Parts
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 13 I I . S A F E T Y Alcohol The power chair user must exercise care and common sense when operating his/her power chair. This includes awareness of safety issues while under the influence of alcohol. WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you a...
Page 14 - or; Radio Frequency
14 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 I I I . E M I / R F I Laboratory tests performed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have shown that radio waves can cause unintended motion of Power chairs. Radio waves are a form of electromagnetic energy. When this energy adversely affects t...
Page 16 - I V . T H E J E T 1
16 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 SEAT ARMRESTS JOYSTICK CONTROLLER BODY SHROUD Figure 1b. The Jet 1 FOOTREST DRIVE WHEEL ANTI-TIP WHEELS CASTER WHEEL SEAT ASSEMBLY POWER BASE ASSEMBLY Your Jet 1 has two main assemblies: the seat and the power base. See figures 1b and 2. Typically, t...
Page 17 - Figure 3. Battery Charger Cord
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 17 ARMREST Figure 2. Rear View ARMREST WIDTH ADJUSTMENT SETSCREWS Figure 3. Battery Charger Cord CONTROLLER HARNESSES I V . T H E J E T 1
Page 18 - Specifications
18 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 Specifications Suspension: Full suspension with Active-Trac Drive Wheels: 14 in., pneumatic, center mounted (solid tires are optional) Rear Casters: 8 in., solid, rear articulating Anti-Tip: 6 in., solid, front mounted Max. Speed: 4.5 mph Brakes: In...
Page 19 - Figure 4. Utility Tray; UTILITY TRAY; Battery charger power outlet:
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 19 Figure 4. Utility Tray AMMETER CONTROLLER HARNESS CONNECTORS BATTERY CHARGER POWER OUTLET MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER UTILITY TRAY The utility tray is located at the rear of your Jet 1. The utility tray is exposed through the body shroud. The utility tray c...
Page 20 - FREEWHEEL LEVERS; To engage or disengage the freewheel feature:
20 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 Figure 5. DriveDisengaged FREEWHEEL LEVERS Figure 6. DriveEngaged FREEWHEEL LEVERS FREEWHEEL LEVERS For your convenience, your Jet 1 is equipped with two freewheel levers. See figures 5 and 6. These levers allow you to disengage the drive motors and ...
Page 21 - Figure 7. Seatback Assembly; Parts List; To mount the seatback to the hinge:; V . A S S E M B L Y
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 21 Figure 7. Seatback Assembly SCREWS To reduce the possibility of shipping damage, your Jet 1s seat is removed from the power base, and the seatback is removed from the seat assembly before your Jet 1 is shipped. The joystick may also have been remove...
Page 22 - Figure 12. Joystick and Bracket; Figure 9. Seat Installation; SEAT INSTALLATION; Position the seat post above the seat tower. See figures 8 and 9.; Figure 10. Controller Harnesses; Figure 11. Dynamic Joystick Controller
22 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 Figure 12. Joystick and Bracket PLUG IN CONTROLLER HARNESSES Figure 9. Seat Installation Figure 8. Seat Tower SEAT INSTALLATION WARNING! Do not pick up the seat frame by the armrests. They are free to pivot, and you may lose control of the seat if th...
Page 23 - V I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S; Figure 13. Seat Tower Nut and Bolt; Figure 14. Armrest Width; To install the joystick controller:; SEAT HEIGHT; To change the seat height:; Remove the nut and bolt from the seat tower. See figure 13.
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 23 V I . C O M F O R T A D J U S T M E N T S Figure 13. Seat Tower Nut and Bolt NUT AND BOLT Figure 14. Armrest Width LOOSEN SETSCREW TO MOVE ARMREST To install the joystick controller: 1. Use a 3/16-in. hex key to loosen the setscrew. See figure 12. 2....
Page 24 - ARMREST WIDTH; To change the armrest width:; ARMREST ANGLE; To change the armrest angle:; JOYSTICK EXTENSION; To extend the joystick:; FOOTREST HEIGHT
24 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 Figure 15. Armrest Angle TURN THIS SCREW TO CHANGE ARMREST ANGLE Figure 16. Joystick Extension LOOSEN THIS SETSCREW TO ADJUST JOYSTICK ARMREST WIDTH To change the armrest width: 1. Locate the two setscrews on the armrest receiver bracket. See figure ...
Page 25 - To raise or lower the footrest:; FOOTREST ANGLE; To adjust the footrest angle:; SWING-AWAY FOOTRESTS OPTION; To adjust the ELR angle:; Figure 18. Footrest Angle
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 25 To raise or lower the footrest: 1. Remove the two 7/16-in. bolts and their nuts from the footrest. See figure 17. 2. Raise or lower the footrest to the desired height. 3. Install and tighten the two 7/16-in. bolts and nuts. FOOTREST ANGLE You can adj...
Page 26 - SEAT REMOVAL; V I I . D I S A S S E M B L Y; Figure 22. Removing the Seat; BODY SHROUD REMOVAL; To remove the body shroud:; BATTERY REMOVAL; To remove the batteries:
26 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 SEAT REMOVAL You may wish to remove the seat when transporting your Jet 1. See figure 22. To remove the seat: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Make sure your Jet 1 is not in freewheel mode. 3. Unplug the main wire harness behind the seat. 4. Push the lever ...
Page 27 - V I I I . O P E R A T I O N; DYNAMIC DL-50 CONTROLLER; Joystick; Battery Condition Meter
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 27 V I I I . O P E R A T I O N DYNAMIC DL-50 CONTROLLER The DL-50 electronic controller is an integral electronic controller. All of the electronics necessary to operate the power chair are contained in one module. See figure 23. The DL-50 consists of: ...
Page 28 - Speed Control; Contact your authorized Pride provider for more information.; Horn; code should be cleared.; Thermal Rollback
28 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 V I I I . O P E R A T I O N Speed Control Sets the maximum speed of the power chair: clockwise to increase, counterclockwise to decrease. NOTE: We recommend that the first few times you operate your power chair, you turn the speed control to the slow...
Page 29 - Troubleshooting; these codes, contact your authorized Pride provider.; Fault Codes; authorized Pride provider.
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 29 V I I I . O P E R A T I O N Troubleshooting In addition to indicating battery charge, the lights also provide diagnostic information when the DL-50 detects problems with either the electrical system, or the DL-50 itself. These codes are displayed whe...
Page 30 - CHARGING THE BATTERIES; I X . B A T T E R I E S A N D C H A R G I N G; Figure 24. Battery Charger
30 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 BATTERIES Your Jet 1 uses two long-lasting, 12-volt, deep-cycle batteries. These batteries are sealed and maintenance-free. Since they are sealed, there is no need to check the electrolyte (fluid) level. Deep-cycle batteries are designed to handle a ...
Page 31 - To charge the batteries using the onboard charger:; NOTE: If the run plug is not reconnected, your Jet 1 will not run.
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 31 To charge the batteries using the onboard charger: 1. Position the rear of your Jet 1 close to a standard wall outlet. 2. Be certain the controller power is turned off and the freewheel levers are in the engaged position. See IV. The Jet 1. 3. Remo...
Page 32 - To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency:; become accustomed to the controls and break in the batteries.; How does the charger work?; overcharge the battery.; Can I use a different battery charger?; provider for assistance.; How often must I charge the batteries?; a daily basis or you may not use it for weeks at a time.; Daily Use; batteries for more than 24 hours at a charging cycle.
32www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 BATTERY BREAK-IN To break in new batteries for maximum efficiency: 1. Fully recharge any new battery prior to its initial use. This brings the battery up to about 90% of its peak performance level. 2. Operate your Jet 1 throughout the house and yard. ...
Page 33 - Battery Specifications; Why do my new batteries seem weak?
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 33 How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? Rarely do you have an ideal driving situation such as smooth, flat, hard terrain with no wind, hills, or curves. More often you are presented with hills, sidewalk cracks, uneven and loosely packed s...
Page 34 - warmed for several days prior to recharging.; What about public transportation?; provider to determine their specific requirements.; What about shipping?; shipping container and ship the batteries in separate boxes.
34 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 NOTE: The useful life of a battery is quite often a reflection of the care it receives. How can I ensure maximum battery life? A fully charged deep-cycle battery will provide reliable performance and extended battery life. Keep your Jet 1s batteries...
Page 35 - ROUTINE MAINTENANCE; Should your Jet 1 come in contact with water:; TEMPERATURE; X . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E; Figure 26. Check Tire Pressure
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 35 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your Jet 1 is a sophisticated power chair. Like any motorized vehicle, it requires routine maintenance checks. You can perform some of these checks, but others require assistance from an authorized Pride provider. Preventive maint...
Page 36 - correct wiring layout.
36 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 WARNING! Make sure your tires are inflated to 30-35 psi. Do not underinflate or overinflate your tires. Low pressure may result in loss of control, and overinflated tires may burst. Serious personal injury may result. Overinflating tires can cause th...
Page 37 - Figure 27. Drive Wheel; Figure 28. Drive Wheel Nut Removal
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 37 MONTHLY CHECKS n Check that the anti-tip wheels are not rubbing the ground when you are operating the Jet 1. Adjust them as necessary. n Check for extreme wear on the anti-tip wheels. Replace them as necessary. n Check for drive-tire wear. See an aut...
Page 38 - Follow these easy steps for a quick and safe repair:; Completely deflate any pneumatic tire.; To replace the batteries:; MOTOR BRUSHES
38 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 WARNING! To avoid possible injury, be sure that the controller's power is turned off and the power chair is not in freewheel mode before performing this procedure. WARNING! Completely deflate the tire before attempting repair. Follow these easy steps...
Page 39 - To inspect or replace the motor brushes:; CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE; Figure 29. Motor Brush Caps; WHEN TO SEE YOUR PRIDE PROVIDER FOR SERVICE
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 39 CAUTION! If inspection determines excessive wear on the brushes, they must be replaced or motor damage will result. Failure to maintain the brushes could void your Jet 1s warranty. To inspect or replace the motor brushes: 1. Remove the seat and body...
Page 40 - X I . O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S
40 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 The following accessories are available from your authorized Pride provider. OXYGEN TANK HOLDER The removable oxygen tank holder is mounted to the back of the seat by means of the accessory bracket. CANE AND CRUTCH HOLDER The removable cane and crutc...
Page 41 - X I I . W A R R A N T Y; FIVE-YEAR LIMITED FRAME WARRANTY
US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 www.pridemobility.com 41 X I I . W A R R A N T Y FIVE-YEAR LIMITED FRAME WARRANTY There is a five-year limited frame warranty on Pride workmanship. ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one (1) year from the date of purchase, Pride will repair or replace at our option to the origina...
Page 42 - There is no other express warranty.
42www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 X I I . W A R R A N T Y There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one (1) year from the date of purchase and to the extent permitted by law. Any and ...
Page 43 - Quality Control - Model Jet 1 ATS; Thank you for making the Jet 1 ATS your choice in power chairs.; Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory.; In Quality
44 www.pridemobility.com US Jet 1 ATS/Rev B/Jul03 Quality Control - Model Jet 1 ATS Thank you for making the Jet 1 ATS your choice in power chairs. We have thoroughly inspected your Jet 1 ATS. The following checkmarks indicate that it has been driven and inspected. Model #______________ Serial #____...
