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1. Distributor Durable Medical Equipment Limited 181A McLeod Road Te Atatu Auckland 0800 115 222 Sales dme co nz www dme co nz 13 3 Serial Number Location The serial number is shown on the bottom of the battery N seat oe re er 13 4 Warranty The warranty period for the JWX 2 is 1 year from the date of purchase During this warranty period if there is a material or manufacturing defect in the JWX 2 that you have purchased the defective parts will be replaced or repaired free of charge The warranty covers the power unit and charger Consumable parts such as the battery tires and tubes are excluded from this warranty This warranty does not cover malfunctions due to either the user s intentional misuse or negligent use such as malfunctions that are caused by use other than that specified in this owner s manual This warranty also does not cover malfunctions due to modification of the unit or continuous use under conditions other than the specified conditions such as exceeding the maximum weight etc regardless of the cause of the malfunction Scratches dullness and dirt on the surface of the product through normal use are not included in the warranty If warranty repairs are necessary contact the dealer where you purchased the unit 19
2. handling and performance characteristics of backward travel e Check behind you for safety S shaped curves m Avoid obstructions e Practice avoiding obstructions e Stop before reaching the obstruction e Practice until you can travel in the desired direction e Learn the feel of speed and timing when making turns 4 Adjust the maximum speed to medium and fast speeds and practice in the same way NOTICE e If there is an assistant use caution to prevent colliding into him or her when moving backward 38 2 Practice in an actual location where you intend to use the wheelchair Basic Operations 2 44 Sidewalk e Be careful not to bump into pedestrians and obstructions e Adjust your operation to suit the road surface conditions 2 Up and down a level difference e Learn how to safely maneuver up and down a curb and know the limits e Stop your wheelchair before a curb and then proceed carefully eve ere G 3 Crosswalk e Allow sufficient time to cross the road ata crosswalk e Be careful with the curb between the road and the sidewalk 4 Slope e Get the feel of riding up and down a slope e Restart carefully on an uphill 5 Automatic door e Practice at the proper stopping position P Check the condition of the road you frequently use on wheelchair on a daily basis Is there a large level difference steep slope or rough road Try to travel
3. perature Is the ambient temperature appropri Charge the battery in an environment ate with an appropriate temperature The charger is being cooled The fan may turn or stop depending on the con dition of the charger The charger temperature can get as high as 50 C but this is normal as long as the cooling fan is operating If the cooling fan is not operating contact the nearest dealer The charger may emit an odor immedi ately after it is put to use but the odor will disappear eventually If the odor persists stop using and con tact the dealer The charger emits a sound Is there a sound of the cooling fan turn ing Lamp display Residual capacity varies with the indicator lamps conditions are lit The charger gets unusually hot Is there a sound of the cooling fan turn ing Lamp display Residual capacity varies with the indicator lamps conditions are lit The charger emits an odor Does this occur immediately after you start using the charger Lamp display Residual capacity varies with the indicator lamps conditions are lit Battery gets very hot Immediately stop charging and contact the dealer 78 13 2 Requesting Repairs and Inspections For your inspection repair and service needs contact the dealer from which you purchased JWX 2 When contacting the dealer your product serial number may be required Refer to below to check the serial number and provide it to the dealer
4. 1 1 3 Operation Diagnosis Check Depending on the extent of your disabilities it may be dangerous to travel unaccompanied Use this diagnosis check as a guide to determine whether or not you can travel unaccompanied Diagnosis Check 1 1 Are you able to travel using the handrims 2 Are you able to correctly vi C perceive visually the conditions of the road surface and your surroundings and avoid dangerous areas Can operate Have trouble both operating one or both Power assist use is dangerous Do not use JWX 2 Diagnosis Check 2 gt 1 Are you able to operate the swithes and parking brakes a i A 2 Are you able to get in and out of the wheelchair and to replace the battery Can operate Have trouble Have an assistant both operating one accompany you or both You can travel unaccompanied For your safety remember to travel carefully In situations such as those mentioned in the warnings in 1 5 Warnings and Notes for the Operation be sure to have an assistant accompany you and pay sufficient attention to safety while traveling e Before using the wheelchair be sure to assess your competence and determine whether or not you need an assistant Moreover in determining the necessity of an assistant consult expert opinions as a point of reference If your judgment is based solely on your own opinion you or other people around you may get injured 1 4
5. Assistive Operation Diagnosis Check Use the diagnosis check below as a guide to determine whether or not you can provide assistive operation Diagnosis Check If you feel uncomfortable with any of the 3 tasks below do not provide assistive operation 1 Are you able to correctly perceive the conditions of the road surface and your surroundings and avoid dangerous areas 2 Are you able to assist the user to get on and off the wheelchair and to replace the battery 3 Are you able to provide assistive operation on a manual wheelchair e If an assistant is to accompany you and operate the wheelchair be sure to assess his or her competence Moreover when assessing the assistant s competence consult expert opinions as a point of reference If your judgment is based solely on your own Opinion you or other people around you may get injured If you lack the competence to provide assistive operation do not attempt to provide it 1 5 Warnings and Notes for the Operation Read this manual before using the product Read this manual carefully to ensure safe and comfortable operation After reading it store it where it can be accessed easily for future reference Unless specifically noted the following information applies to when the user is operating the wheelchair themselves and when an assistant is operating the wheelchair using the assistant operations 1 5 1 Before Using the Wheelchair after Purchasing
6. F e To protect the battery if the internal temperature of the battery is under 0 C 32 F or over 40 C 104 F charging does not start Instead it enters a standby mode During this time the charge lamp green flashes While in standby mode when the battery reaches an appropriate temperature the charge lamp will change from a flashing to an on state and charging will start automatically The length of the standby time varies with conditions If you perform a refresh recharge when the internal temperature of the battery is under 0 C 32 F or over 40 C 104 F it may enter a standby mode as it goes into normal charging after discharging the remaining electricity e The battery temperature increases during charging However the charger will stop charging if the battery temperature rises above 50 C 122 F and the power for the charger will turn off Since charging has not ended it is necessary to charge again after the battery temperature has decreased Charging a battery immediately after travel or charging a new battery is likely to cause its temperature to increase which increases the likelihood of the charger stopping charging before completion e A cooling fan operates automatically if the charger temperature increases during charging While charging do not block the intake and exhaust vents of the charger 52 1 1 Charger JWC 2 Indicator Lamps 1 Charge lamp green is on Indicates
7. While pulling the middle of the center ring a with your fingers install each power unit using both hands so that the torque stopper axle b fits into the torque receiving component 3 Push in each power unit completely Check to ensure that the two balls a on the end of the axle can be seen completely 4 Pull each power unit to ensure that it will not come off torque receiver e Sample 2 axle hole axle shaft aS B GAN TW sie N 67 5 Place the power units in their normal position and then apply the parking brakes 6 Connect the connector of the cable to the left power units To connect a connector a align the white arrow position b push in the connector and then turn the ring to secure the connector 7 Install the battery e When a person is sitting in the wheelchair do not remove or install the wheels The person riding in the wheelchair or people around the wheelchair may get injured e After the power units are installed to the frame be sure to check that the balls on the end of each axle can be seen and that the units will not come off if pulled If the axles are not secured the axles could suddenly come off while the wheelchair is traveling and the wheelchair could tip over causing serious injury 68 a e O r eer rve r eer o e e o e e e e re eror e r e oO e o Or e ero e e O r eer 1 oOo o ero O This is a function that turns
8. lamps are off All residual capacity indicator lamps are off Residual capacity indicator lamps are lit Residual capacity indicator lamps are lit and then turned off suc cessively Residual capacity indicator lamps are lighted only halfway Not all 5 residual capacity indicator lamps are lit Residual capacity indicator lamps are lit Residual capacity indicator lamps are lit Residual capacity indicator lamps are lit Will another battery accept a charge If you have a spare battery Is the power cord connected Will another battery accept a charge If you have a spare battery Will another battery accept a charge If you have a spare battery Is the battery temperature appropriate Is the ambient temperature appropri ate Are you refresh charging the battery Is the temperature of the battery high Check the number of times or days you have used the battery Is there a sound of the cooling fan turn ing Is there a sound of the cooling fan turn ing Does this occur immediately after you start using the charger Contact your dealer Connect the power cord to a power source Contact your dealer The charger is normal if it can charge Replace the battery Wait until it reaches an appropriate tem perature Charge the battery in an environment with an appropriate temperature The battery is being discharged Refresh charging will take 3 to 13 hours After the bat
9. os T CN CA S N K Lb reo er 4 eer O NSS N GO L Z N e L L S TL TL S A m wO 12 2 Specifications Electric Power Assist Unit for Wheelchairs JWX 2 Nickel metal hydride without assistant oe i Lithium fon battery _ ial Tire size aie Tire specifications Recommended air pressure AC servomotor 24V 110W x 2 30minutes rated output Drive system Rear wheel direct drive Steering system Handrim operation Control system Microprocessor control Varies depending on the wheelchair the unit is installed on Pivoting on a spot is possible 1 Maximum safe slope angle and the caster size Inside and outside Operating conditions temperature 0 C to 35 C humidity No condensation IEC waterproof standard IPX4 resistance against splashing water Load capacity including the rider luggage and frame weight 130 kg 2 Continuous 18 km 3 travel range in accordance with with Li ion battery ESB1 30 km 3 Yamaha spec Drive motor Minimum Reversing Space width 1 Minimum Reversing Space is the space required to pivot on a spot and is determined by the wheelchair frame ever 2 The value is the load capacity for the JWX 2 When the wheelchair is completely assembled the total weight of the rider and luggage must
10. 11 8Ah 5hr 295Wh e Nickel Metal Hydride Battery and Charger SS VAMAHA A WARNING Charge with specified charger and use for specified wheelchair only Do not disassemble or modify Do not place near flames or short circuit terminals Do not place in water drop or subjected to shocks Remove battery before transporting wheelchair in motor vehicle When not in use cover terminals with Protective cap Use only the specified fuse Overheating or rupturing could result BY Ni MH 2 6 7Ahr 5hr AAWARNING Do not use this handle to lift the wheelchair Diesen Handgriff nicht zum Anheben des A WARNUNG Rollstuhls benutzen TIP This charger e r e A WARNING Always extend the anti tip devices before operating wheelchair er e r e BATTERY CHARGER TYPE ESC1 INPUT ACIO0V 50 60Hz 175VA 27 OUTPUT DC29 2 34 Alfie INPUT 100 240 S0 60Hz 100M GUTPUT 28 2 3A CE al GB INPUT AC120V 50 b0Hz eae C US 6 105W 26446 OUTPUT 0029 2 m 3A YAMAHA MOTOR CO_LTD MADE IN JAPAN QEN 4 T THROM OTMANBRED RATCHET BM UF So oF UBER 09 ESB gr PRE REHA IA EALANT HEL ARASLI RnR T HRHMTE L EEN AWARNING CHARGE ONLY Ll4Qh ESE TYPE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES OTHER TYPES CF BATTERY MAY BURST CAUSING PERSONAL NIST AND DAMAGE FOR IKGOOR USE WEY BEFORE CHARGING READ THE SNETRUCTSONS A AVERTISSEMENT UTILISER POUR CHARGER UNCIUEMENT LES ACCLM
11. Turn on the power switch Power assisted travel is enabled After the warning lamp has lighted for three seconds it flashes the same number of times as the number of battery capacity display lamps at intervals of 2 5 seconds and then repeats this twice to alert the user to the remaining battery capacity 2 Optional If your JWX 2 has the mode switch and if necessary select the running mode with pushing the mode switch 2 two kinds of operation mode Mode 1 and Mode 2 can be selected The drive parameters on each modes are set with Smart Tune software To set parameters contact your dealer Mode 1 Always this Mode 1 is selected when the power is turned on LED is on Beep once when this Mode 1 is selected Mode 2 LED is off Beep twice when this Mode 2 is selected 3 Release the parking brakes 4 The wheelchair starts to assist with you move the handrim For beginners refer to page 38 and 39 and practice the basic operations until you become familier with them TIP TT the buzzer sounds and the wheelchair does not assist If force is applied to the hand rims when turning on the power a warning beep will be heard and the safety system will be activated inhibiting travel Stop applying force to the hand rims and turn on the power again TIP TT the buzzer beeps while traveling While traveling if the load on the motor is too great a buzzer long Pi Pi sounds continuously a Is the live loa
12. built in microcomputer About the lithium ion battery There may be restrictions in regard to carrying the lithium ion battery on board or checking in as a baggage Be sure to consult with the airline company in advance 65 66 10 Using the Wheelchair more Comfortably The JWX 2 has a variety of features to improve its controllability Use these features according to your purposes For information on the wheelchair frame to which JWX 2 is attached see the owner s manual from the frame manufacturer 10 1 Removing and Installing the Unit The power units of the JWX 2 can be removed from the frame when replacing the current wheels with manual wheels or when transporting the wheelchair 1 Removing the power units from the frame 1 Turn off the power and remove the battery Put the protective cap on the removed battery Dor 2 Disconnect the connectors a of the cables from the right power units To disconnect a connector turn the outer ring on the connector counterclockwise until it stops and then pull out the connector 3 Place the wheelchair so that it will not become unstable when the power units are removed 4 Release the parking brakes 5 While holding the hub with hand and pulling the middle of the center ring a with your fingers pull out each power unit using both hands 2 Installing the power units to the frame 1 Place the wheelchair so that it will not become unstable 2
13. eee chair aera where the axle is mounted mighisaibor contad the dealer puerta Is there noise coming from the drive unit Contact the dealer vibration or noise Is the wheelchair frame or front casters Contact the dealer wobbling Is there a large load being applied while It will stop beeping once the load is re on a steep slope Shortage of Blinking power When Charging Ni MH Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Lamp on Charger Lamp on Battery Problem Residual capacity Check Point What To Do indicator Charge lam 3 j Is the battery fuse blown Contact your dealer All residual green and Will not charge Prolonged charge standby Takes too long to charge Stops charging halfway After charging is completed pressing the indicator switch on the battery to check the light ing condition of the lamps does not light up any capacity indicator lamp The charger emits a sound The charger gets unusually hot The charger emits an odor refresh lamp or ange are flash ing alternately Charge lamp green and refresh lamp orange both off Charge lamp green is flash ing Refresh lamp orange is on Charge lamp green and refresh lamp orange both off Charge lamp green and refresh lamp orange both off Lamp display varies with the conditions Lamp display varies with the conditions Lamp display varies with the conditions capacity indicator
14. excessively high or low temperatures will speed up its degradation and its capacity will rapidly decrease e Using the wheelchair in excessively low tempera tures will cause the battery capacity to rapidly decrease For information on degradation see Battery s deterioration characteristics on the next page Memory effect and refresh charging When shallow discharging and charging cycle is performed repeatedly on a nickel metal hydride battery a phenomenon called the memory effect occurs in which the actual usable capacity decreases The memory effect can be prevented and eliminated by fully discharging the battery and then recharging refresh charging When recharging if the refresh lamp on the charger flashes press the refresh button to perform a refresh charge cycle Refresh charging takes longer than normal charging For details on refresh charging refer to 7 5 Refresh Charging the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 Page 51 47 48 3 Battery s deterioration characteristics All batteries are consumables A battery gradually deteriorates and its capacity decreases over time and with use The extent to which the capacity decreases by deterioration depends on the use conditions For a nickel metal hydride battery it s capacity will decrease to approximately 60 of that of a new battery after 300 charge discharge cycles under normal use Even if a battery is not used when it is
15. normal charging The charge lamp will turn off after charging is completed Charge lamp green is flashing Charge standby e When the temperature of the battery is not within the chargeable range 0 to 40 C 32 to 77 F the charger enters a standby state and the charge lamp green starts flashing Once the battery temperature falls within the chargeable range charging will start automatically and the charge lamp green changes from a flashing to an on state However if the charge time continues for a long time charging will end and the power for the charger will turn off Refresh lamp orange is flashing Refresh charging is being requested While the refresh lamp is flashing press the refresh button to perform a refresh charge cycle If you do not press the refresh button a normal charging begins after 1 minute Refresh lamp orange is on The remaining electricity is being discharged as part of the refresh charging process When the discharge has completed normal charging will start 53 8 Lithium lon Battery and Charger 8 1 Features of the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 e Has a higher energy capacity compared to the nickel metal hydride battery e Equipped with Battery Management Control System BMC built in microprocessor This is a system that uses a computer to track charge discharge status operating conditions and temperature e Even with repeated shallow discharge charge cycle
16. on a route that does not pass through such dangerous locations 39 After ou are Finished Riding the Wheelchair Getting out of the Wheelchair Park the wheelchair on a flat location Turn off the power switch Apply the parking brakes Get off the wheelchair onto a bed etc After you are done traveling in power assist mode be sure to turn the power off If the power is on when you get off the wheelchair your body may hit against the handrim causing it to start moving and you or other people in your surrounding may get in ured Get off the wheelchair in a level and stable location If you park the wheelchair on an incline and try to get off it from there onto a bed or a chair you may lose your balance and fall off the wheelchair If you get off the wheelchair with the parking brakes released the wheelchair may move unexpectedly causing you to fall off and injure yourself When getting off the wheelchair make sure that the parking brakes are applied 5 2 Removing the Battery Disconnect the battery from the wheelchair Store the battery with the protective cap on it lt How to remove a nickel metal hydride Ni MH battery gt Turn off the Disconnect the battery by power switch pulling it straight outwards while pressing the release button c_0 lt How to remove a lithium ion Li ion 00 battery gt Turn off the power 1 Stand the grip upright switch 2 Disconnect the battery by pul
17. phone etc stop the wheelchair at a safe place and turn off the wheelchair Moreover while traveling in power drive keep portable telephones and other electronic devices turned off Otherwise there is a risk of an accident Do not operate the wheelchair near a device that produces strong radio waves If the wheelchair is near a source of radio waves and starts to operate abnormally immediately turn off the power and quickly move away from that location using the assistant operations or manual operation The weak electromagnetic waves emitted by the JWX 2 may affect other electronic devices such as automatic doors and the anti theft systems of stores In this case turn off the power and operate the wheelchair using the assistant operations or manual operation e Do not use the wheelchair for transporting luggage or for any other purpose than to provide assistance to a disabled person Do not ride with clothing that is unsafe for wheelchairs such as shown below If you drive with such clothing you or other people around you may get injured Long scarves Clothing with loose sleeves Pants skirts with wide hems Bare feet sandals slippers ill fitting footwear etc Long scarves Clothing with loose sleeves Bare feet sandals slippers ill fitting footwear etc 10 In the following environments and situations you may need an assistant to accompany you and to operate the wheelchair for you In such cases have an
18. power Wait a while before while traveling Blinking 5 times wie aie l l Pi abusive riding resuming the ride Shaking Siimes Beeps Are you turning on the power while the Bring the handrim to the neutral position J Pi handrim is shifted and then turn on the power the temperature become hot such as in Has the power been turned off automati Turn off the power and then turn it back cally by the auto power off mode on Is the battery properly inserted Insert the battery properly Unable to Are the brakes engaged on the wheel E E EE N operate chair Replace with a new battery For a nickel Has the battery deteriorated metal hydride battery try refresh charg ing Beeps Pi continuously Is there a large load being applied caus Lighten the load so that the motor will not Blinking Pi T S S s with appropriate outside temperature Replace with a new battery For a nickel Is the battery fully charged metal hydride batter perform refresh charging Short travel Use the wheelchair in an environment ee Is the ambient temperature low t range Insufficient with appropriate outside temperature speed Is the wheelchair carrying heavy loads or Heavy loads tend to shorten the travel driving uphill range a power paramet aaia Contact the dealer to adjust the setting Is the air pressure of the tires too low Inflate the tires Sluggish manual travel Are the brakes engaged on the wheel ee
19. stored over a long period of time it will deteriorate and its capacity will decrease When you are using multiple batteries alternate between the batteries The extent of the deterioration of a nickel metal hydride battery can be checked after charging is done by pushing the indicator switch 6 7 4 How to Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 1 Insert the power cord to the dedicated charger JWC 2 and plug into the residential power outlet 2 Insert the battery into the charger as shown in the diagram 3 Charge lamp green on the charger turns on and the battery starts charging If the charge lamp green does not turn on and the refresh lamp orange flashes refer to 7 5 Refresh Charging the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 Page 51 Assuming the charging process started from an empty state the time it takes from start to completion of the charging process is typically 2 5 to 3 hours If charging in a location with high temperature or if charging a brand new battery this may take J longer 49 4 Check to ensure that charging is complete When charging is complete the battery capacity indicator lamp and the charge lamp green on the charger turn off Ife L r 0 66 ro r 0 e ro After charging complete you can check the charged capacity by pressing the battery indicator switch If not all of the lamps turn on the following could have occurred e
20. the Unit e Before using the wheelchair be sure to assess your competence and determine whether or not you need an assistant Moreover in determining the necessity of an assistant consult expert opinions as a point of reference If your judgment is based solely on your own Opinion you or other people around you may get injured Practice traveling on a level and safe area with an assistant accompanying you until you are comfortable with the operation If you go on public roads while still unfamiliar with the operation you or other people around you may get injured 1 5 2 Before Use Every Day Ad WARNING e Perform the daily checks before use every day Make a habit out of inspecting the wheelchair Continued use of the wheelchair with a problem in the wheelchair body or the wheels may cause damage to the wheelchair while traveling and may result in a rollover or fall Before using the wheelchair every day ensure that there is air in the tires Always keep the air pressure in the rear tires at a normal level If the air pressure in the rear tires decreases the parking brakes may become ineffective Before using the wheelchair every day ensure that the anti tip device is in the correct position If the anti tip device is not in the correct position the wheelchair could fall backward Before using the wheelchair every day check the residual capacity of the battery If the residual capacity of the battery is low
21. touch the back of the drive units During or after operation the back of the drive units may be hot In addition if the wheelchair is near a source of heat the drive units may become hot Back of the unit Both side While operating the wheelchair be careful not to get your hands tangled in the wheel spokes wheel holes etc 1 5 4 Getting In Out of the Wheelchair Seating e When getting in the wheelchair by yourself or when the assistant has the user of the wheelchair get in the wheelchair ensure that the wheelchair is on a level ground If the user attempts to get in the wheelchair on an incline he or she may lose balance and fall off the wheelchair If you are using a wheelchair with no parking brakes have the assistant hold the wheelchair to ensure that it does not move Failure to observe the above may cause the wheelchair to start moving unexpectedly and may result in you or other people around you to get injured Do not lean out of the wheelchair to retrieve an item Otherwise you could fall off the wheelchair or the wheelchair could tip over 1 5 5 General Operation e Never ride the wheelchair with two people The wheelchair may malfunction or the people riding it may get injured e Never operate the wheelchair after consuming alcohol or taking medicine that causes drowsiness e Never operate the wheelchair while holding an umbrella or other items e If you want to use a portable
22. ve NOTICE e If the battery fuse blows instead of replacing it by yourself consult with your dealer If you replace the fuse without eliminating what caused it to blow the fuse may blow again or the main unit may malfunction 2 7 2 3 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Charger JWC 2 o er OF e eo ereere e o e oe e 28 2 4 Lithium lon Battery ESB1 O e or over O e or OF r er roe ve 29 30 2 5 _Lithium_lon Battery Charger ESC1 3 Before Sitting in the Wheelchair 3 1 Inspecting the Wheelchair Inspect the wheelchair If you detect any problem contact your dealership 1 Arnti tip device Check the anti tip device which is installed to your wheelchair frame to ensure that it is not deformed or greatly damaged Check the safety wheels of the anti tip device to ensure that they are in the correct position for operation In detail refer to the wheelchair frame manual e The wheelchair may tip over if operated when the anti tip device is removed or the safety wheels are not in the correct position Do not operate the wheelchair when the safety wheels are not in the correct position Only have the safety wheels folded or facing upwards when going over bumps with the assistant operations and other such situations Continuing to use the wheelchair with a problem in the wheelchair body or the wheels may cause sudden damage to the wheelchair while traveling and may result in a
23. E Move Se DME Durable Medical Equipment Limited User Manual e move i L La N ay anou decon Wheel Electric Power Assist Unit for Wheelchairs JWX 2 OWNER S MANUAL Please read this manual before using the product Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe and comfortable operation After reading it store it where it can be accessed easily for future reference Table of Contents 1 Please read before use 1 1 1 Foreword 1 2 Symbols Used in This Manual 1 3 Operation Diagnosis Check 1 4 Assistive Operation Diagnosis Check d GO N 1 5 Warnings and Notes for the Operation 1 6 Warning Label Location Diagram 25 2 Names of Parts 2 1 JWX 2 26 2 2 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 27 2 3 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Charger JWC 2 28 2 4 Lithium lon Battery ESB1 29 2 5 Lithium lon Battery Charger ESC1 30 3 Before Sitting in the Wheelchair 3 1 Inspecting the Wheelchair 31 3 2 Checking Your Clothing 32 3 3 Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery and Installing the Battery on the Wheelchair 33 4 Riding the Wheelchair 4 1 Sitting in the Wheelchair 35 4 2 Moving the Wheelchair 36 4 3 Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery during Operation 37 4 4 Other Functions 37 4 5 Practicing Basic Operations 38 After You are Finished Riding the Wheelchair 5 1 Getting out of the Wheelchair 40 5 2 Removing the Battery 41 Handling th
24. ULATEURS DU TEPE LLOH ESB AUTRES TYPES BACLUMULATEURS POURAAENT ECLATER ET CAUSER CES BLESSURES OU COWMAGES POURLTLISATICN TILSARCNALWOERIEUR SEULEMENT MET CHANGHIG READ UES CIRECTWES YAMAHA A WARNING Read the owner s manual carefully before use Use on level surfaces and remove the power cord plug from the power outlet after use Do not use outdoors or near flammable materials Do not use the power cord if it is damaged Do not get wet or touch with wet hands Keep out of the reach of children and pets Do not disassemble or modify Do not drop or subject to shocks Fire electric shock or burns could result s for nickel hydride batteries indicated by JWB2 mark only If the refresh lamp is blinking press the refresh start button Refresh charging starts to restore the battery capaci ty If the refresh start button is not pressed while the refresh lamp is blinking normal fast charging will start The charging lamp blinks during the charging standby time Charging will start when the battery reaches the appropriate temperature GING REFRESH 25 2 Names of Parts 2 1 JWX 2 e 0 e 6 oe O 0 er e o6 er e Either a nickel hydride battery set or a lithium ion battery set is supplied 26 2 2 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 r S r e 6 ee e O e o L S EE o or i msd d er e eo re er e 7 e o roe
25. When crossing a street at a crosswalk with no traffic light pay sufficient attention to the traffic e If there is a pedestrian signal light obey the signal light If the signal light is flashing green or is red you must not start to cross the road e If the street is wide the signal may change before you finish crossing In such places wait for the next green light to give yourself enough time to cross the street 17 e At intersections where there are no traffic lights or crosswalks stop in the following three stages 1 Stop before entering the road 2 Stop where you can be seen by automobiles 3 Stop where you have a good view of the road 1 5 10 Railroad Crossings Ad WARNING e Avoid railroad crossings if you can go around them e If you have no choice but to travel over a railroad crossing have an assistant accompany you e When traveling over a railroad crossing proceed as close as possible at a right angle to the railroad tracks If you travel diagonally the wheelchair casters may get caught in the railroad tracks e Be careful not to travel too close to the edge when traveling over a railroad crossing Otherwise the wheels could accidentally move off the railroad crossing If case of an emergency do not panic Have the assistant or a person around you push the emergency button and move off the railroad crossing as quickly as possible 18 1 5 11 Poor Road Conditions Ad WARNING The wheel
26. While charging the temperature of the battery rose excessively causing the protection mechanism to abort the charging process e The battery deterioration has advanced and the capacity is decreasing and so on 5 Unplug the power cord from the power out let 6 Remove the battery from the charger If you want to store the battery in this state put the protective cap on WARNING e Be sure to store the disconnected battery with the protective cap on it Exposed contacts can cause short circuits and lead to a fire or battery rupture NOTICE e Do not pull on the power cord This can cause the wires to break TIP lT you are unable to charge the battery Refer to 13 Troubleshooting on page 76 50 7 5 Refresh Charging the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 A refresh charging is required on a nickel metal hydride battery to eliminate the memory effect When the battery is inserted to the charger if the refresh lamp on the charger flashes press the refresh switch to perform a refresh charge cycle The refresh lamp flashes after every 20 to 30 charge cycles 1 While the refresh lamp orange is flashing press the refresh switch e The refresh lamp orange flashes only when refresh charging is needed 2 The refresh lamp orange is flashes and the refresh charging starts In a refresh charging process after all remaining electricity has been discharged the refresh lamp turns off The charg
27. arts moving When using public transportation check to ensure that wheelchair use is allowed beforehand In addition follow the rules and instructions when boarding the vehicle When using a private automobile do not use the wheelchair as a seat Sit in one of the automobile s seats When getting on off a lift vehicle always have an assistant accompany you to ensure safety When using a train station always have an assistant accompany you stop the wheelchair on the train station platform so that it is parallel to the railroad tracks and be sure to apply the parking brakes Some train station platforms are positioned at a slight angle to the railroad tracks In some cases you could fall onto the tracks and be injured 20 When getting on off a bus or train always have an assistant accompany you to ensure safety Whenever you get off a bus a taxi or a train be sure that the safety wheels on the anti tip device are in the correct position before getting in the wheelchair 1 5 14 Crowded Areas e When getting in the wheelchair in a crowded area do so with sufficient attention to your surroundings If you bump into people or objects your body may plunge forward or other people around you may get injured When you are stopped in a crowded area be sure to turn off the power and apply parking brakes If a person in your surrounding area hits the handrim with his or her hand or arm the wheelchair may start mo
28. assistant accompany you Traveling alone in these situations may lead to injury Moreover check to see if any dangers such as those shown below exist in the roads you use on a daily basis If so select a route that does not pass through such areas Always check the surrounding conditions to ensure safety 1 5 6 Operation on Public Roads e When the wheelchair is operated outdoors its legal status is that of a pedestrian Make sure to adhere to the rules and manners of a pedestrian e On general roads be careful of automobiles bicycles and pedestrians In particular pay the utmost attention to pedestrians e Although the wheelchair can be operated on pedestrian only roads it cannot be operated where pedestrians are not allowed car roads in the middle of a road etc If the road has a sidewalk operate the wheelchair on the sidewalk If the road does not have a sidewalk operate the wheelchair on the side strip of the road where pedestrians walk If the road does not have a side strip operate the wheelchair on the side of the road where pedestrians walk If two or more wheelchairs are traveling together outdoors the wheelchairs should be operated in a single line with sufficient space between the wheelchairs The wheelchairs should not be operated side by side e When starting off or moving backward be careful of other people and obstacles around you e It is extremely dangerous to travel on a narrow street wi
29. battery and is unable to charge Stop charging by disconnecting the charging plug and the power plug Check the battery charger cord connection for any problem and then try charging again If the charge lamp lights or flashes in red an equipment failure may have occurred Stop charging by disconnecting the charging plug and the power plug and have the equipment inspected by a dealer 60 9 Wheelchair Transporting and Storing Instructions Please refer to the Warnings in 1 5 15 Transporting and Storing the Wheelchair on page 23 to 25 9 1 Loading the Wheelchair in a Car 1 Turn off the power of the wheelchair 2 Remove the battery Be sure to remove the battery from the wheelchair so that its power will not turn on unexpectedly during transport Be sure to put the protective cap on the removed battery 3 Lock the wheels Apply the parking brakes 4 Remove any detachable parts Remove the foot leg supports and any other parts that can be detached 5 Detach the drive units If necessary detach the drive units from wheelchair frame Refer to 10 1 Removing and Installing the Unit pages 66 to 68 6 Fold the wheelchair If necessary fold the wheelchair 61 e Be sure to store the disconnected battery with the protective cap on it Exposed contacts can cause short circuits and lead to a fire or battery rupture 6 Load the wheelchair into the car Gently load the wheelchair by hol
30. chairs equipped with the JWX 2 or the are built to be lighter compared to other electric wheelchairs that use a general lead battery For this reason when a person sits in it the overall center of gravity shifts higher Therefore caution is necessary when traveling on a curb e Do not travel on gravel roads bumpy roads muddy roads footpaths etc If you have no choice but to travel on such roads have an assistant accompany you Do not drive the wheelchair on a frozen surface You may not be able to stop the wheelchair Go around locations where snow or water has accumulated or have an assistant accompany you In such places where you do not know the road conditions or if the wheelchair slips you could lose control or the brakes may become ineffective If the wheelchair travels through a deep puddle and water enters the drive units the wheelchair could stop If you see a dip in the road or if a sidewalk dips due to a car ramp go around it If you go straight into it the wheelchair may tip over If you have no choice but to keep going do so with an assistant accompanying you to ensure safety 19 1 5 12 Parking Lots e Do not travel directly behind or in front of automobiles in parking lots Drivers may not be able to see you if you are directly behind or in front of their automobiles Do not travel between automobiles in parking lots Otherwise you could damage the automobiles or be crushed when an automobile st
31. cle charging the wheelchair will not power on even if it is switched on 3 Insert the power cord to the dedicated charger ESC1 and plug into the residential power outlet 4 Insert the charging plug into the charging connector of the battery 5 Check that the charge lamp on the charger lights up green If the charge lamp does not light up green refer to 8 6 Charger Indicator Lamps page 60 AG Ol X 6 While charging you can check the charge status of the battery on the indicator lamp The indicator lamp will turn off after charging has completed Assuming that charging started with the battery in an empty state the time to completion is typically 4 5 hours 7 After charging has completed unplug the charge plug and the power plug then securely close the battery s connector cover 59 8 5 The Temperature of the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 during Charging Charge the battery in an environment with a temperature of 10 to 25 C 50 to 77 F e To protect the battery if the internal temperature of the battery is under 0 C 32 F or over 40 C 104 F charging does not start Instead it enters a standby mode During this time the charge lamp green flashes While in standby mode when the battery reaches an appropriate temperature the charge lamp will change from a flashing to an on state and charging will start automatically The length of the standby time varie
32. d too great The maximum load is 130 kg for JWX 2 Do not exceed the maximum load b Are you trying to go up a steep slope The practical climbing angle is 6 degrees Choose a travel route that does not exceed 36 4 3 Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery during Operation r O er O O e e re O e er fo e er re or e e er re e 0 ee e r e or er ee e F ee gt D 4 6 e e er r O e r r O O er ee O e O e ro 4 4 Other Functions O O eo O e o er re o e o O O er e or e e oOo er r O O ore eo er O r e o er O e O O O eo e e e O Or e er When the buzzer beeps to indicate low battery residual capacity promptly move to a safe place turn off power and charge the battery or replace with a spare battery sold separately It is dangerous when you get into a situation where you cannot move with assist power such as when crossing a road 4 5 _Practicing Basic Operations 1 Practice the basic operations on a safe large level ground Basic Operations 1 4 Inthe beginning learn how to use the handrim e At first move the handrim slowly 2 Learn the feel of handrim operation e To go slowly move the handrim slightly e To go fast move the handrim further e To stop move the handrim backward 3 Try moving in the following manners 4 m Forward and stop m Backwards m Turns e Familiarize e Make turns on a L yourself with the single spot y e Practice turning right and left
33. ding the frame portion with both hands 7 Secure the wheelchair Secure the wheelchair to prevent it from moving or hitting any surrounding objects TIP When loading all Ve e This product uses precision electronic parts Do not apply D sharp impact e Load it upright whenever possible TIP Securing the Wheelchair e Strap it down with a belt etc or place a shock absorbing siege material under and around the wheelchair P eS 62 9 2 Unloading the Wheelchair Trom a Car 1 Unload the wheelchair from the car 2 Reattach the removed parts detached units back to their original places and unfold the wheelchair 3 Check that the parking brakes are applied 4 Check that the anti tip device is in the correct position TIP When unloading e This product uses precision electronic parts Do not apply sharp impact e If the foot leg supports are removed or foldable parts are folded be sure to place them in their original positions before operating the wheelchair Never operate the wheelchair with parts removed or folded You may injure yourself If the anti tip device is folded or retracted be sure to place it in its original position and confirm that it is locked before operating the wheelchair Never operate the wheelchair with the anti tip device folded or retracted You may injure yourself 63 9 3 Storing the Wheelchair 1 Apply the parking brakes 2 Turn off the power and remov
34. e Batteries and Chargers 6 1 Types of Batteries 42 6 2 Maintenance 42 6 3 Warnings and Notes for Battery Handling 43 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery and Charger 7 1 Features of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 46 7 2 How to Use the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 46 7 3 Characteristics and Handling of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 47 7 4 How to Charge the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 49 7 5 Refresh Charging the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 51 7 6 The Temperature of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 during Charging 52 7 7 Charger JWC 2 Indicator Lamps 53 Lithium lon Battery and Charger 8 1 Features of the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 54 8 2 How to Use the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 54 8 3 Characteristics and Handling of the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 55 8 4 How to Charge the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 D8 8 5 The Temperature of the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 during Charging 60 8 6 Charger Indicator Lamps 60 Wheelchair Transporting and Storing Instructions 9 1 Loading the Wheelchair in a Car 9 2 Unloading the Wheelchair from a Car 9 3 Storing the Wheelchair 9 4 Boarding an Airplane 61 63 64 65 Using the Wheelchair more Comfortably 10 1 Removing and Installing the Unit 10 2 Smart Tune Settings 66 69 11 Maintenance Daily Check Periodic Inspection 11 1 Maintenance 11 2 Daily Checks 11 3 Quit to use JWX 2 recycl
35. e lamp lights up and a normal charging process begins The time it takes from the start of refresh charging to the completion of normal charging is 3 13 hours If the temperature of the battery rises during a refresh charge the charge lamp green may flash and the charging process may pause When the battery reaches an appropriate temperature the charge lamp will stop flashing and charg ing will start automatically e Even if you fail to press the refresh switch you can retry by momentarily removing the battery from the charger and then reinserting the battery to see the refresh charging alert s If you do not press the refresh switch while the refresh lamp orange is flashing the flashing refresh lamp will turn off after 1 minute Then the charge lamp lights up and a normal charging process begins In this case the refresh lamp flashes again the next time you charge the battery TIP Tips on charging e It is recommended that you charge the battery while you are sleeping e Since the refresh charging process recharges after discharging all of its remaining elec tricity it will take a long time if you perform it on a battery with a high residual capacity It is recommended that you perform a refresh charging on a battery that is drained as much as possible 91 7 6 The Temperature of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 during Charging Charge the battery in an environment with a temperature of 10 to 25 C 50 to 77
36. e the battery 3 Store the wheelchair normal temperature indoors where there is less humidity 4 To wipe off dirt or spots before storing use a tightly wrung out towel Ad WARNING e Be sure to remove the battery when not in use so that its power will not turn on unexpectedly in storage e Be sure to store the disconnected battery with the protective cap on it Exposed contacts can cause short circuits and lead to a fire or battery rupture TIP When storing the battery for a long period of time see sections below and observe the cautionary notes e For the nickel metal hydride battery 7 2 3 Storing the battery e For the lithium ion battery 8 2 3 Storing the battery Please refer to the Warnings in 1 5 15 Transporting and Storing the Wheelchair on page 22 to 24 64 9 4 Boarding an Airplane Once your plane trip has been determined inform your airline company in advance that you will be using an electric wheelchair and follow their instructions At this time provide the airline company with details of your wheelchair In particular see the specifications for the battery you are using below m Nickel metal hydride battery shown as Ni MH on the label Model JWB2 Voltage Zd V Capacity 6 7 Ah Type Dry cell with a built in microcomputer m Lithium ion battery shown as Li ion 00 on the label Model ESB1 Voltage 25V Capacity 11 8 Ah 280 Wh Type Dry cell with a
37. e wheelchair on vehicle charging 1 Charging the Battery out of the Unit Tabletop Charging 1 Check that the protective cap is on the battery If there is not be sure to attach the protective Cap 2 Insert the power cord to the dedicated charger ESC1 and plug into the residential power outlet 3 With battery resting on its side open the connector cover and insert the charge plug into the charge connector on the battery 4 Check that the charge lamp green on the charger turns on If the charge lamp does not light green see 8 6 Charger Indicator Lamps page 60 5 While charging you can check the charge status of the battery on the charge lamp The charge lamp will turn off after charging has completed Assuming that charging started with the battery in an empty state the time to completion is typically 4 5 hours 6 After charging has completed unplug the charge plug and the power plug then securely close the battery s connector cover 58 2 Charging the Battery Attached to the Wheelchair On vehicle Charging 1 Prepare for charging Remove any bags and luggage from the backrest and anything else that can potentially tangle the charge cable Park the wheelchair indoor on a level floor apply the parking brakes and set the left and right clutch levers in the power driver position 2 Turn off the power switch on the wheelchair As a safety measure during on vehi
38. he Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 1 Attaching and removing the battery to and from the wheelchair For instructions on attaching and removing the battery to and from the wheelchair see 3 Before Sitting in the Wheelchair and 5 After You are Finished Riding the Wheelchair 2 Checking the residual capacity of the battery Press the indicator switch to display the battery s residual capacity F S e 6 E e ro D Z 3 Storing the battery Store batteries in a cool dry area A location with temperature between 10 C 25 C is optimal for storing Fully charge the battery that you do not plan to use for a long period of time If you intend to store the battery for more than 3 months without using it fully charge the battery every 3 months Always put on the protective cap when storing the battery 7 3 Characteristics and Handling of the Nickel Metal 1 Hydride Battery JWB2 Ambient temperatures Depending on the ambient temperature the distance that can be traveled becomes shortened In order to maximize the battery s performance it is recommended that you use the battery under the following conditions When in use on the wheelchair Temperature range between 0 to 35 C 32 95 F When removed from wheelchair and stored Temperature range between 10 to 25 C 50 77 F When charging Temperature range between 10 to 25 C 50 77 F e Storing the battery in
39. ing 71 72 72 12 Dimensions and Specifications 12 1 Dimensions 12 2 Specifications 73 714 13 Troubleshooting Repairs Warranty 13 1 Before Requesting Repairs 13 2 Requesting Repairs and Inspections 13 3 Serial Number Location 13 4 Warranty 76 19 19 19 Introduction This is a manual for the JWX 2 electric power assist unit for wheelchairs Before you read this manual check which product you are using This product consists of the left and right drive units battery and the battery charger The drive units are already installed to the wheelchair frame For the initial use the customer does not have to use tools and so on to assemble the wheelchair Refer to 2 Names of Parts to ensure that these components are installed to the wheelchair that you purchased and that the battery and charger are included If you visually notice that any of these components are not installed are not included or are damaged before using the wheelchair immediately contact the dealer without using the wheelchair JWX 2 For information for operating the wheelchair frame and warranty for the frame with which you are using the JWX 2 see the frame manual 1 Please read before use 1 1 Foreword Thank you for purchasing the JWX 2 Generally speaking riding in a wheelchair incurs the possible risk of personal injury or damage to the wheelchair from improper use Depending on the type or extent of the d
40. ing alone e When traveling over a curb proceed at a right angle to the curb Do not traverse the curb diagonally e Because the front casters are small they are able to travel over only small curbs Therefore caution is necessary when traveling over curbs in power assist mode e When traveling between a sidewalk and a road be careful of curbs 15 e When descending from a curb with the assistant operations descend in reverse If the assistant moves the wheelchair forward when descending the passenger may plunge forward and fall off the wheelchair When going up down a curb with the assistant operations the safety wheels of the anti tip device may be raised or folded temporarily depending on the height of the curb After traveling over the curb be sure to place the safety wheels of the anti tip device in the correct position before operating the wheelchair 1 5 9 Crossing Roads e You cannot cross a road where pedestrians are prohibited from crossing e If the residual capacity of the battery is low the wheelchair may stall while crossing a street Check the residual capacity of the battery before crossing 16 e Before crossing a road be sure to check to the left and right for safety e Do not cross a road if it is dangerous to do so such as if an automobile is approaching e When crossing a road proceed as close as possible at a right angle to the road Do not cross the road diagonally e
41. isabilities of the user it might be dangerous to travel unaccompanied Before using the wheelchair be sure that not only the user but also the assistant and controller has read this manual to assure full understanding 1 The wheelchairs on which the JWX 2 has been installed are wheelchairs for physically handicapped people and their legal status is that of a pedestrian Make sure to adhere to the traffic rules and manners of a pedestrian 2 The JWX 2 withstands a load of 130 kg Use with a total maximum load including the chairframe weight of 130 kg If the frame on which the JWX 2 is installed has an even lighter load capacity ensure that you do not exceed that value 3 To ensure safe use warning labels are affixed to this product Make sure to adhere to the warning labels Refer to 1 6 Warning Label Location Diagram for the locations of the warning labels 4 Do not use this product for any purpose other than as an electric wheelchair 5 Some of the illustrations in this manual are images of general electric wheelchairs The actual product may be different than that shown 1 2 Symbols Used in This Manual Indicates safety related cautionary information 4 WARNING Indicates that misuse may lead to fatal or severe injury or disability NOTICE Indicates that misuse may lead to material damage Indicates things you must not do Indicates correct methods and key points when operating the TIP product
42. ling it straight outwards Do not pull it out on an angle e Be sure to store the disconnected battery with the protective cap on it Exposed contacts can cause short circuits and lead to a fire or battery rupture Store the battery with the protective cap on it Store the battery with the protective cap on it 41 42 6 Handling the Batteries and Chargers 6 1 Types of Batteries There are two types of batteries you can use for JWX 2 Since the batteries differ in characteristics and charging method first check the battery type you want to use Check the la el on the attery he la el on the nickel etal hydride attery sho s NI MH he la el on the lithiu ion attery sho s Li ion QO The nickel metal hydride and lithium ion batteries each come with its own charger Read 7 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery and Charger if you are using a nickel metal hydride battery and 8 Lithium lon Battery and Charger if you are using a lithium ion battery CLAY Recycling the battery The battery for JWX 2 is a recyclable battery that contains valuable resources Contact the dealer to recycle your used batteries 6 2 Maintenance Always keep the contacts of the battery and charger clean If the contacts are dirty wipe them using a dry towel Do not use a wet towel or touch the contacts directly Otherwise electric shock could result If the exterior of the battery or charger is dirty wipe it using a t
43. not exceed the load capacity of the wheelchair frame If the wheelchair is operated continuously with a load that exceeds this value the product could malfunction or be damaged or its life could be shortened 3 The travel range varies depending on the conditions of the road surface travel over curbs on slopes and so on and may be shorter than this value 74 er D D D D D D orre R e roroe or O V O r e o O r re e e l r er ro ro e or O e e r e or or e orrere ve e e r er e e e rer re o er e e O e r r r 4 gt 76 13 Troubleshooting Repairs Warranty If you have flat tires contact your dealer The tire structure of JWX 2 is same to the bi cycle tires Generally bicycle shops can repair the flat tires 13 1 Before Requesting Repairs Check the troubleshooting table below When Operating the Wheelchair Warning lamp Check Point What To Do Do you use a lithium ion battery and are you operating the wheelchair in an exter nal air temperature below freezing point Beeps or in the scorching heat of summer Ad Use or store the wheelchair in an en Pi ditionally was the wheelchair stored in a vironment with appropriate external air place where the external air temperature temperature TCU ee dropped below freezing point or where does not start moving or stops S L ae Beeps Has the motor overheated as a result of Turn off the
44. nting and plastic parts S L D eer When disinfecting the wheelchair remove the JWX 2 from the frame and then disinfect only the frame Have the dealer remove the JWX 2 from the frame To disinfect the JWX 2 do not heat pressurize depressurize supply electricity irradiate with electromagnetic waves immerse in a liquid or apply a liquid cleaner or spray Instead wipe the JWX 2 using a towel and alcohol Easy repairs When a repair work is needed contact your dealership even if the concern was minor Normal repairs If the parts are damaged or lost immediately contact the dealer Have the dealer replace the parts or repair the wheelchair For normal maintenance repairs or service be sure to contact the dealer The user should not repair or service the wheelchair or remove pack and send the parts to request repairs If the wheelchair is not repaired or assembled completely the user or those around the user could be injured To perform repairs and service the dealer uses the service manual parts catalog and other documentation These items are not sold to the general public When requesting repairs do not send the wheelchair directly First contact the dealer The estimated life of the JWX 2 is 5 years Parts that are necessary for repairs will be available for 5 years after the production of the JWX 2 has ended In addition a substitute wheelchair will not be provided during repairs or inspections You must pay for repairs
45. off the power after a specified time of non operation e e e oe r o e r o ee oee or e O e oer r o e r o ee oer e or or e O 0o0ero e v e 2 er 0 O or 0 er e eoe reo or e error e e eo r e e e er 0 e e e e er oe o 0 e eoer re oe ee o re e O eo e ee o rve r eer e rve r eer Oerr oer ee e e 1 oerr o ee 0 0 O e o er D r r r er e When evaluating the need to change parameter settings and choosing the actual changes consult the guidance of experts such as physical therapists and occupational therapists at the dealer re O e e e e ero E E e o ee e O e re o er r ere 0 Or eror re r e o ever 6 o er e eo e e o re O Pee e oe er r er we o e e o O r re fr eere e oore ooee T H H e e or Kaan 1 2 e Continuing to use the wheelchair with a problem in the wheelchair body or the wheels may cause damage to the wheelchair while traveling and may result in a rollover or fall 11 1 Maintenance Cleanup If the JWX 2 becomes dirty due to normal use use a tightly wrung out towel to wipe off any dirt If the dirt is excessive use a towel and neutral detergent to remove the dirt After removing the dirt be sure to wipe off any remaining detergent Do not wash by directly hosing it down with water Also do not wash using steam The electronic devices can get damaged which may lead to malfunction Do not clean with solvent such as gasoline or paint thinner This may damage the pai
46. owel If the dirt is excessive use a tightly wrung out towel 6 3 Warnings and Notes for Battery Handling Ad WARNING e If you mishandle either of these batteries or their chargers it may result in heat generation rupture electric shock or injury Be sure to adhere to the items below If the battery or the charger is deformed or has an unusual odor or if you notice any other abnormality do not use the battery When inserting or removing the lithium ion battery be careful not to pinch your finger with the grip Otherwise you may injure your finger Do not touch the metal terminals of the battery or charger directly with your fingers or clean the terminals with a wet towel Otherwise electric shock or a short circuit could result Do not recharge the battery using a charger other than the designated charger or use the battery on anything other than the specified wheelchair Do not disassemble or modify the battery Do not place the battery near an open fire or throw it into a fire Do not place the battery in water or splash water on it When transporting the wheel chair in an automobile for example remove the battery from the wheelchair e If you mishandle either of these batteries or their chargers it may result in heat generation rupture electric shock or injury Be sure to adhere to the items below Do not short the termi nals of the battery with wires or other metals Always pu
47. r to the battery becoming no longer chargeable due to its end of life or when the integral charge capacity reaches 7 800 Ah When charging has completed and the charge plug is unplugged the capacity indicator lamp turns on and off as shown in the figure on the right When the battery reaches end of life Once the battery reaches its end of life the lamp on the charger will not turn on when attempting to charge the battery Moreover the battery s capacity indicator lamp no longer turns on and the batter cannot be charged F r O O or e o eor ero e TO Z TIP If you forget the date you started to use the lithium ion battery The battery s manufactured date is printed on its bottom Use it as a reference S a actre pr e The start date of battery usage is defined as the date the user charged the battery for the first time after shipment from the factory This does not match the manufactured date above e Once the integral charge capacity reaches 8 000 Ah the battery will not be usable even if it has not been 8 years 8 000 Ah the integral charge capacity is approximately 700 times the capacity of the ESB1 lithium ion battery hence equivalent to approximately 700 charge cycles when fully charged from 0 residual capacity 57 8 4 How to Charge the Lithium lon Battery ESB1 There are two ways to charge the battery by removing it from the wheelchair tabletop charging or while it is still attached to th
48. ring in direct sunlight or in places where the temperature can get high 23 e Do not wash by directly hosing it down with water Also do not wash with using steam The electronic devices can get damaged which may lead to malfunction Do not clean with solvents such as gasoline or paint thinner This may damage the painting and plastic parts 1 5 16 Assistant Operations in an Emergency e During assistant operations in case of an emergency the assistant should switch the clutch levers to the manual position and move the wheelchair to a safe location 24 1 6 Warning Label Location Diagram e Power Unit A WARNING Do not operate the clutch lever when the wheelchair is moving Do not set the clutch lever to the MANUAL position when operating the wheelchair on a slope A collision or rollover could result er e the e Lithium lon Battery and Charger A WARNING Be careful not to pinch your fingers Fold this grip down NOTICE before riding A WARNING Charge with specified charger and use for specified wheelchair only Do not disassemble or modify Do not place near flames submerge in water or short circuit terminals Do not use battery if dropped or subjected to shocks Remove battery before transporting wheelchair in motor vehicle When not in use cover terminals with protective cap Overheating rupturing or fires could result 25V
49. rollover or fall 2 Rear tire Check to ensure that there is tire depth Check the surface of the tire to ensure that there are no cracks in it Check to ensure that there is air in the tire Check by pressing the tire with your finger If not enough pump up to 450 kPa 3 Parking brakes Check to make sure that the parking brakes are applied Push the wheelchair with the brakes applied on both wheels to ensure that the tires do not move Check the parking brakes to ensure that they do not wobble 31 4 Wheels Check the wheels to ensure that they are not deformed or damaged Check the area where the wheel meets the frame to ensure that it does not wobble Check the spokes to ensure that they are not broken K A Ld L E S SA TA X ZI JAZ 5 Casters Check to ensure that there is tire depth Check the tires to ensure that they are not damaged Check the caster forks to ensure that there are no cracks in them Check the nuts to ensure that they are not loose e Ifthe air pressure in the rear tires decreases the parking brakes may become ineffec tive Always keep the air pressure in the rear tires at the correct level e Continuing to use the wheelchair with a problem in the wheelchair body or the wheels may cause sudden damage to the wheelchair while traveling and may result in a rollover or fall e If you find any unusual condition on the wheelchair in these inspec
50. s it is difficult for the memory effect to occur Therefore refresh charging is not necessary and its charges can be replenished additively e An environmentally friendly battery that does not contain mercury or cadmium e Compact but high capacity 25 V x 11 8 Ah 8 2 How to Use the Lithiumton Battery ESB1 1 Attaching and removing the battery to and from the wheelchair For instructions on attaching and removing the lithium ion battery to and from the wheelchair see 3 Before Sitting in the Wheelchair and 5 After You are Finished Riding the Wheelchair 2 Checking the residual capacity of the battery Press the indicator switch to display the battery s residual capacity n ro m D 3 Storing the battery Store batteries in a cool dry area If you are not planning on using the battery for a long period of time charge it so that the 3 of the capacity indicator lamps light up and then store it To store the battery without using it for over 3 months check every 3 months to see if all 3 capacity indicator lamps light up If 2 or less lamps turn on charge the battery until 3 lamps turn on Always put on the protective cap when storing the battery whi Z 34 9 COV LZ 1S1 091A TS 920242223 THAIN AW 54 8 3 Characteristics and Handling of the Lithium lon 1 TIP Battery ESB1 Ambient temperatures Depending on the ambient temperature the distance tha
51. s 0 C 32 F or below 45 C 113 F or above causes its deterioration to progress extremely rapidly For this reason when you are descending down a slope in such temperatures the wheelchair may stop moving to protect the battery When this happens you will hear 5 long beeps before the wheelchair stops and then another long beep 10 seconds later as the wheelchair stops 55 56 2 Battery s deterioration characteristics All batteries are consumables A battery gradually deteriorates and its capacity decreases over time and with use The extent to which the capacity decreases by deterioration depends on the use conditions Even if a battery is not used when it is stored over a long period of time it will deteriorate and its capacity will decrease When you are using multiple batteries alternate between the batteries TIP Immediately after the lithium ion battery has successfully completed charging fully charged pushing the indicator switch will always show all 5 lamps lit Even if deteriora tion has progressed all 5 lamps should turn on when fully charged This display format was adapted for this battery as the rate of deterioration of lithium ion batteries is gradual The life of the lithium ion battery The life of the lithium ion battery ESB1 is 8 years from its initial charging or 8 000 Ah of integral charge capacity Battery life alert The capacity indicator lamp starts alerting you from 3 months prio
52. s with the conditions e The battery temperature increases during charging However if the battery temperature rises above 45 C 113 F the power for the charger will turn off to protect the battery Since charging has not ended it is necessary to charge again after the battery temperature has decreased Charging a battery immediately after travel or charging a new battery is likely to cause its temperature to increase which increases the likelihood of the charger stopping charging before completion e The heat generated during charging will be radiated from the surface of the charger While charging be sure to leave sufficient space around the charger for radiating the heat 8 6 Charger Indicator Lamps 1 Lit green Indicates normal charging The charge lamp will turn off after charging has completed 2 Flashing green Charge standby e When the temperature of the battery is not within the chargeable range 0 to 40 C 50 to 77 F the charger enters a standby state and the charge lamp starts flashing in green e While on standby once the battery temperature falls back within chargeable range the charge lamp lights up in steady green and the charger starts charging automatically However if charging is on standby for a long time the charging process is aborted When this happens the charge lamp flashes rapidly in green 3 Steady or flashing red The charger has detected a problem in the charger or the
53. shifts higher Therefore caution is necessary when traveling on a slope e Do not use the wheelchair on a slope steeper than 6 degree 10 grade It may tip over or the brake may become ineffective e When going up down a particular slope for the first time have an assistant accompany you to ensure safety 13 e Do not abruptly turn on a downhill slope In addition do not traverse horizontally or diagonally across a steep slope You could easily lose balance and tip over In the areas where the wheelchair leans sharply to the left or right the wheelchair may tip over sideway Have an assistant accompany you When descending down a slope with the assistant operations descend in reverse If the assistant moves the wheelchair forward when descending the passenger may plunge forward and fall off the wheelchair 1 5 8 Going Up Down Curbs The wheelchairs equipped with the JWX 2 are built to be lighter compared to other electric wheelchairs that use a general lead battery For this reason when a person sits in it the overall center of gravity shifts higher Therefore caution is necessary when traveling on a curb e When traveling in power drive mode the wheelchair can clear level differences of up to 25 mm 1 inch Any greater level differences should be cleared by an assistant by manual push operation 14 e When going up down a curb for the first time have an assistant accompany you instead of travel
54. t This may cause a short circuit and lead to a fire or battery rupture e When handling the lithium ion battery ensure that you do not pinch your finger with the grip Doing so may injure your finger NOTICE e Do not replace the battery when the power is turned on Doing so may damage the battery terminals and cause a malfunction 34 4 Riding the Wheelchair 4 1 Sitting in the Wheelchair 1 Place the wheelchair in a level and stable location and turn off the power switch 2 Apply the parking brakes If the wheelchair has no parking brakes the assistant must hold it firmly 3 Get into the wheelchair and firmly sit down so that you will not fall out Get into the wheelchair in a level and stable location If you park the wheelchair on an incline and try to get into it from there you may lose your balance and fall out If you get into the wheelchair when the parking brakes are released the wheelchair may move unexpectedly causing you to fall out and injure yourself When getting into the wheelchair make sure that the parking brakes are applied If you are using a wheelchair with no parking brakes have the assistant hold the wheelchair to ensure that it doesn t move when you are getting into it If you are getting into a wheelchair with no parking brakes when alone the wheelchair may move unexpectedly causing you to injure yourself or those around you 35 4 2 Moving the Wheelchair 1
55. t can be traveled becomes shortened In order to maximize the battery s performance it is recommended that you use the battery under the following conditions When in use on the wheelchair Temperature range between 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F When removed from wheelchair and stored Temperature range between 10 to 25 C 50 to 77 F When charging Temperature range between 10 to 25 C 50 to 77 F e Storing the battery in excessively high or low temperatures will speed up its degradation and its capacity will rapidly decrease e Using the wheelchair in excessively low temperatures will cause the battery deterioration to speed up and its capacity to rapidly decrease For information on degradation see Battery s deterioration characteristics on the next page While traveling if the internal temperature of the lithium ion battery becomes too high or too low a buzzer will notify you e When using a lithium ion battery a buzzer will beep continuous Pi Pi Pi Pi if the battery s internal temperature drops to 0 C 32 F or below or rises to 45 C 113 F or above for 5 seconds e When the buzzer beeps promptly return to the environment within the recommended range of operational temperatures and use the battery there e When descending down a slope on the wheelchair the drive motor contrary to normal operation generates electricity and charges the battery Charging a lithium ion battery when its temperature i
56. t on the pro tective cap when the battery is not in use Do not store the battery in a place where chil dren or pets could come near it Do not drop or apply impact to the battery Do not use a broken or damaged battery Do not charge the battery in a place where children or pets could come near it Use the charger ona level surface After use do not keep it plugged into the power outlet 44 e If you mishandle either of these batteries or their chargers it may result in heat generation rupture electric shock or injury Be sure to adhere to the items below Do not use the charger outdoors or near any flammable object Do not use a damaged cord Do not place the charger in water or splash water on it Do not disassemble or modify the charger Do not drop or apply impact to the charger While charging do not block the intake and exhaust vents of the charger Make space for the heat radiation 45 46 7 Nickel Metal Hydride Battery and Charger 7 1 Features of the Nickel Metal Hydride Battery JWB2 e Equipped with Battery Management Control System BMC built in microprocessor This is an internal microcomputer system that uses a computer to track charge discharge status operating conditions and temperature e An environmentally friendly battery that does not contain mercury or cadmium e Compact but high capacity Capacity 24 Vx6 7 Ah 1 2 How to Use t
57. tery temperature has been cool try charging again After the battery has cooled down try charging again If the symptom does not change the battery is deteriorated Replace with a new battery The charger is being cooled The fan may turn or stop depending on the con dition of the charger The charger temperature can get as high as 50 C but this is normal as long as the cooling fan is operating If the cooling fan is not operating contact the nearest dealer The charger may emit an odor immedi ately after it is put to use but the odor will disappear eventually If the odor persists stop using and con tact the dealer TT When Charging Li ion 00 Lithium ion battery Lamp on Battery Problem Lamp on Charger Residual capacity Check Point What To Do indicator na a lighted Contact your dealer It could be possible that the charge plug was not smoothly connected Does the symptom persist after recon If the same phenomenon occurs after necting the battery and the charger reconnecting with the battery the bat tery may be malfunctioned Contact your dealer Cresen LED Residual capacity flashes indicator lamps Is the battery temperature appropriate Prolonged charge are lit standby Green LED Residual capacity indicator lamps flashes are lit Lamp display Residual capacity varies with the indicator lamps conditions are lit Will not charge Red LED flashes Off Wait until it reaches an appropriate tem
58. that are not covered by the warranty 71 12 11 2 Daily Checks Perform the following checks every day before operating the wheelchair For details refer to 3 1 In specting the Wheelchair 4 Exterior 2 Anti tip device 3 Rear tires 4 Parking brakes 5 Wheels 6 Casters 7 Battery Visually check the components and ensure that they are not damaged Make that the anti tip device is in the correct position and locked in place Make sure that there is tire depth there are no cracks and there is sufficient air pressure If the pressure is not enough pump up to 450 kPa Make sure that the parking brakes can stop the wheels from moving and that they are installed securely to the frame Make sure that the wheels are not deformed and the spokes are not broken Make sure that there is tire depth and there are no cracks Make sure that the caster forks are not damaged Make that the nuts securing the tires are not loose Check the residual capacity If any problems are found have the dealer repair the wheelchair 11 3 Quit to use JWX 2 recycling When you quit to use and dispose JWX 2 contact your local government office first for recycling and follow their instructions Or contact your dealer to recycle your used JWX 2 and its batteries 12 Dimensions and Specifications 12 1 Dimensions 24 inch model dimensions In parenthese 22 inch model dimensions e
59. the battery may run out during operation and it may become impossible to travel in power drive mode NBO 00000 1 5 3 Handling the Wheelchair e Modifying the unit or its mounting may adversely affect its performance and safety Never make any modifications e When lifting the wheelchair do not hold movable parts e If the wheelchair has parts that are foldable or detachable do not operate the wheelchair with those parts folded or removed EX e Do not operate with any heavy baggage hanging over the backrest or with any heavy objects in the compartment The wheelchair could easily fall backward on an inclined slope and may cause you or other people around you to get injured e The wheelchair may tip over if it is operated with the anti tip device removed folded or with the safety wheels facing upwards Be sure to set the anti tip device correctly and operate the wheelchair with the safety wheels in the correct position e Do not connect any electric instruments to the battery seat plug This plug is to connect PC for the Smart Tune software Plugging other electric instruments like audio microphone or earphones may cause unit trouble About the Smart Tune software refer to section 10 e Removing the battery while traveling causes the brakes to be applied to the rear tires and may cause you or other people around you to get injured While the wheelchair is being operated or after operation do not
60. thout a sidewalk Choose a safer path whenever possible 11 e Be careful not to travel too close to the edge when traveling on an embankment etc of a road Depending on the condition of the shoulder of the road you could accidentally move off the road e When traveling on a sidewalk that does not have a guardrail there is a risk of falling into the street side Have an assistant accompany you instead of traveling alone e When traveling near a ditch the tire may fall into it if there is a gap even if it is covered Have an assistant accompany you instead of traveling alone e If an oncoming vehicle is near stop the wheelchair wait for the vehicle to pass and then check in front of you and behind you for safety before proceeding e Do not operate the wheelchair outdoors at night Not being able to see the road conditions you may lose balance and fall or people or cars may collide into you if they cannot recognize you 12 e If it is raining or snowing do not operate the wheelchair outdoors Automobiles and other vehicles may collide into you if they cannot recognize you If it starts to rain or snow while you are outdoors move indoors as soon as possible 1 5 7 Operation on Slopes The wheelchairs equipped with the JWX 2 are built to be lighter compared to other heavier electric wheelchairs that use a general lead battery For this reason when a person sits in it the overall center of gravity
61. tions contact your dealership 3 2 Checking Your Clothing Wear bright colored easily visible clothing when operating the wheelchair Do not operate the wheelchair while wearing clothing that is not suitable for wheelchair use Refer to 1 5 5 General Operation Page 8 e Do not travel with clothing that are not safe for wheelchairs If you drive the wheelchair with such clothing you or other people in your surrounding may become injured 32 3 3 Checking the Residual Capacity of the Battery and Installing the Battery on the Wheelchair 1 Press the indicator switch to check the residual capacity of the battery The residual capacity of the battery will be displayed on the capacity indicator lamps MAO OOOOO 2 Check the contacts to ensure that they are not dirty or rusted If the contacts are dirty or severely rusted the wheelchair may be rendered immobile 3 Install the battery on the wheelchair lt How to install a nickel metal hydride Ni MH battery gt Turn off the power switch Insert the battery until it clicks into place lt How to install a lithium ion Li ion 00 battery gt Turn off the power switch Insert the battery 1 Pull the grip down to the side 2 Firmly insert the battery 33 e Do not drop or apply an impact to the battery This may cause the battery to become damaged overheat or rupture e Do not insert the battery if the battery slot is dirty or we
62. ving unexpectedly causing injury to people around you 21 1 5 15 Transporting and Storing the Wheelchair Ad WARNING e When lifting a wheelchair with tilt up arm support never lift it by the arm support Otherwise the arm support may come off and cause an injury or damage to the equipment When lifting a wheelchair never lift it by the battery or cable Otherwise any of these devices may come off and cause an injury or damage to the equipment Do not turn the wheelchair upside down Doing so may cause parts of the wheelchair to fall off resulting in an injury or damage to the equipment Do not put your hands or fingers beside or under the seat pipe Doing so may cause your finger s to get pinched During transport do not place the battery or the wheelchair in a place that can become hot or in direct sunlight This could lead to malfunction or could cause the deterioration of the battery to progress rapidly 22 e Be sure to remove the battery when not in use so that its power will not turn on unexpectedly in storage or during transport Be sure to store the disconnected battery with the protective cap on it Exposed contacts can cause short circuits and lead to a fire or battery rupture Do not store in places that can get wet by rain or that are high in humidity Do not store when it has been wet for a long time or there is dirt on it This can cause malfunction Avoid sto

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