Future Mobility Healthcare Inc. Orion Explorer Magellan User Manual

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730 REV08 REV DATE: 09 - 19 - 2013 CONTENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 2 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 1 General .........................................................................................................

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CONTENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 3 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Seat Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................

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1 GENERAL 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 5 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Important Safety Precautions Your safety is very important. A power wheelchair can be dangerous if used improperly or under the wrong conditions. Please always follow the...

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1 GENERAL 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 7 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Features FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS • Full suspension base with front and rear shocks • Designed for two – 12 volt 22NF batteries • PGDT VR2 controller with j...

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1 GENERAL 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 9 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Check cables and connectors. * Clean batteries and terminals * Check caster socket rotation * Inspect motor brushes * Charge b...

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1 GENERAL 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 11 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Check & clean upholstery. Check upholstery at least once every month. Inspect for tears and worn areas. At the same time as this inspection, it is recommended that...

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1 GENERAL 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 13 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Troubleshooting Symptom(s) Scenarios and Solutions Explorer Magellan will not turn on 1. Circuit breaker (white button) on rear battery assembly has tripped. Press ...

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2 MOVEMENT AND CONTROLS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 15 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 2 Electrical and Magnetic Interference Electro Magnetic Interference from Radio Wave Sources Power wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic int...

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2 MOVEMENT AND CONTROLS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 17 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Power Wheel Chair Electromagnetic Interference Since EM energy rapidly becomes more intense as one moves closer to the transmitting antenna (source), the E...

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3 MOVEMENT AND CONTROLS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 19 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 3 Movement and Controls Explorer Magellan is designed to provide independence in mobility. It offers a balance between comfort, maneuverability, speed and...

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3 MOVEMENT AND CONTROLS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 21 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN VR2 (standard joystick controller) Figure 1 Visit http://www.futuremobility.ca/explorer-magellan-p-14.html to refer to VR2 operations manual f...

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4 HANDLING 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 23 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 4 Handling Explorer Magellan has been designed as a small and very stable power chair. If used improperly, however, there is always the risk of accident or injury. FMH...

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4 HANDLING 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 25 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Ramps and Inclines. Most people are capable of negotiating short inclines and declines using a power chair without assistance. Please understand your own capabiliti...

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4 HANDLING 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 27 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Range A significant increase in range can be achieved by smooth driving with Explorer Magellan. Any time rapid acceleration or sharp, fast turns are used; a large a...

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5 BATTERIES 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 29 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 5 Batteries Battery Batteries are the single largest contributor to the safe and reliable performance of Explorer Magellan over its lifetime. If you are able to pr...

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5 BATTERIES 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 31 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Battery Charging Explorer Magellan is supplied with a 4-amp on-board switch-mode charger designed to charge sealed lead acid batteries. This charger is permanently p...

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5 BATTERIES 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 33 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Battery Installation and Removal The batteries on Explorer Magellan are individually packaged with a lid, connectors, and a strap. These battery assemblies are NOT int...

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5 BATTERIES 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 35 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN wire to the negative terminal of the battery. Ensure that the terminals are pushed down as far as possible on the posts and that they do not interfere with the circui...

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5 BATTERIES 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 37 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN battery charger is showing at the rear of Explorer Magellan. j) Slide the L-slot in the battery retention plate over the bottom bushings in the battery tray wall, ...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 39 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 6 Chair Adjustments Concepts’ Arm Pad Position (Fore/Aft & Lateral) The ‘Concepts’ arm pads (desk length and full length) mount on the ar...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 41 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN C. Arm Position (Fore/Aft & Lateral) The arm may be positioned over a wide fore-aft range. Use a ¼” Allen hex key or bit to adjust the locking bolt un...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 43 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN handle on the side of Explorer Magellan, move the back to the desired angle, and securely tighten the handle. (NOTE: In order to operate in the limited space ...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 45 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN OUTSIDE of the vertical tubes, is at the desired value, retighten the nuts. • Tools required: 7/16” wrench or socket ii. Height The push handles on...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 47 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN • Tools required: 1/2" wrench or socket B. Seat Height/Angle The seat height may be set 17, 18 or 19 inches for the solid seat pan (measured to ...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 49 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN bolts and split washers. This connection needs to be tight. To change the seat angle, adjust the location of the four bolts, flat washers and nuts at the midw...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 51 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN • Tools required: None. The free wheel levers are turned by hand. Warning! Once the motors have been placed into freewheel mode (motors disen...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 53 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN B. Swingaway Footrests To change the length of the swingaway footrest assembly, remove the hex head bolt and nut on the footrest tube and adjust the length, ...

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6 CHAIR ADJUSTMENTS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 55 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN D. Swing away Footrests - Fore/Aft adjustments The footrest brackets may also be adjusted front to back over a 3-inch range in 1/2" increments. To modify...

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7 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 730 REV08 DATE REV: 09/19/13 57 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN 7 Cleaning Instructions Seat and Back • Remove the outer and inner cover if required and hand wash with a small amount of detergent o Hang to dry, do...

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8 LIMITED WARRANTY QSF: 390 –UM 1024409 REV02 09/19/13 59 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN * The average life expectancy of a wheelchair under normal everyday use is approximately five years. ** If a part is replaced under warranty, ...

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8 LIMITED WARRANTY QSF: 390 –UM 1024409 REV02 09/19/13 61 POWER CHAIR: EXPLORER MAGELLAN Please fill in the information for your dealer for future reference: Dealer Information Name of Dealership: Address: Contact Name: ...