Glide SERIES 8 User Manual

REHABILITATION PRODUCTS
SERIES 8
OWNER/USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT
For your safety and comfort read carefully and understand all of the features prior to
using your new Glide Power Chair.
Misuse may result in electrical or mechanical damage.
Maximum Recommended User Weight 150kg

Glide SERIES 8 Specifications

General

Brand	Glide
Model	SERIES 8
Category	Wheelchair
Language	English

Summary

SECTION 3. WARNINGS

To the Occupant

Safety advice and training recommendations for the user.

To the Carer

Instructions and responsibilities for the person assisting the user.

Environment Conditions

Information on operating the wheelchair in various environmental conditions.

Ramps and Inclines

RFI. Warning

Controllers

Information about the programmable controller and its adjustments.

Safety/Performance Check

Essential checks for safe operation and performance of the wheelchair.

MODIFICATIONS

SECTION 4. OPERATING YOUR POWER CHAIR

CONTROLLER

Instructions on using the power chair's control system and joystick.

DRIVE CLUTCH

BRAKES

SECTION 5. TRANSPORTING YOUR POWER CHAIR

TRANSPORTING IN A SPECIAL WHEELCHAIR TAXI, BUS OR PRIVATE VEHICLE WHILE THE USER IS IN CHAIR

Procedures for securing the wheelchair when the user is seated inside.

SECTION 6. BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE

CHARGING YOUR POWER CHAIR

Step-by-step instructions for charging the power chair's batteries.

SECTION 7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule

SECTION 8. TROUBLE SHOOTING

Checklist for Non-Operation

A step-by-step guide to diagnose why the power chair is not moving.

CONTROLS

DX – G90A Controller Functions

Overview of the DX-G90A controller's buttons and their operations.

Joystick

Maximum Speed/Profile Indicator

PENNY & GILES FAULT TREE

Fault Type

Dynamic Shark Controller

Controls

The Shark Information Gauge

Turning the SHARK On and OFF

SHARK Operation Modes

Driving and Speed Control

How to drive the chair, adjust speed, and use the horn.

Seat Function Control

Locking the SHARK

To LOCK Shark

To UNLOCK Shark

Charging SHARK

SECTION 11. PRECAUTIONS FOR CONTROLLER USE

General Precautions

Important safety precautions for using the controller and wheelchair.

Restraining Device Recommendation

Advice on using a restraining device for user safety.

SECTION 12. TRANSFERRING TO AND FROM YOUR POWER CHAIR

Transfer Preparation

Safe Transfer Techniques

SECTION 15. WARRANTY