Pride Mobility Jet 1 Wheelchair User Manual


 
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CAUTION! If inspection determines excessive
wear on the brushes, they must be replaced or
motor damage will result. Failure to maintain the
brushes could void your Jet 1s warranty.
To inspect or replace the motor brushes:
1. Remove the seat and body shroud. See VII. Disassembly.
2. Unscrew the motor brush caps. See figure 29.
3. Remove the brushes.
4. Inspect for wear.
5. Replace brushes, if necessary. Contact your authorized Pride
provider for replacement brushes.
CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
If the battery indicator gauge does not light up when you turn on
X. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 29. Motor Brush Caps
MOTOR BRUSH CAPS
the power:
n Check the harness connections. Make sure they are tight.
n Check the circuit breaker. Reset it, if necessary, by pushing down the circuit breaker button.
n Check the battery connections.
If the above conditions prove normal, you can load test the batteries with a battery load tester. These testers are
available at automotive parts stores. Disconnect both batteries before load testing and follow the directions that
come with the load tester. If either one of the batteries fails the load test, replace both of them. If your Jet 1 still does
not power up, contact your authorized Pride provider.
WHEN TO SEE YOUR PRIDE PROVIDER FOR SERVICE
The following symptoms could indicate a serious problem with your Jet 1. If necessary, contact an authorized Pride
provider. When calling, have your Jet 1s model number, serial number, the nature of the problem, and the trouble
code if available.
n Motor noise
n Frayed harnesses
n Cracked or broken connectors
n Uneven wear on any of the tires
n Jerky motion
n Pulling to one side
n Bent or broken wheel assemblies
n Does not power up
n Powers up, but does not move