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BASIC OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 4
MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER........................................................ 6
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES................................................. 6
OPERATING THE MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER ................ 10
JOYSTICK INTERFACE MODULE ............................................ 13
ACTUATOR ADJUSTMENT ......................................................... 15
DRIVE PROFILE SELECTION .................................................... 16
SPEED ADJUSTMENT.................................................................. 16
SLEEP MODE .................................................................................... 16
THERMAL ROLLBACK .................................................................. 16
ERROR CODES ................................................................................. 17
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 18
WARRANTY ........................................................................................ 18
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME to Pride Mobility Products Corporation (Pride). The product you
have purchased combines state-of-the-art components with safety, comfort, and
styling in mind. We are confident that the design features will provide you with the
conveniences you expect during your daily activities. Understanding how tosafely
operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operations
and service.
Readand followall instructions, warnings, and notes in this manual and all other
accompanying literature before attempting to operate this product for the first
time. In addition, yoursafetydepends upon you, as well as your provider, caretaker,
or healthcare professional in using good judgement.
Thismanualistobeusedinadditiontothepowerbaseowner’smanualthatcamewith
yourpowerchair.Ifthereisanyinformationinthismanualwhichyoudonotunderstand,
or if you require additional assistance for setup or operation, please contact your
authorizedPrideProvider. Failure to follow the instructions, warnings, and notes
in this manual and those located on your Pride product can result in personal
injury and/orproduct damage and will void Pride’s product warranty.
PURCHASER’S AGREEMENT
By accepting delivery of this product, you promise that you will not change, alter,
or modify this product or remove or render inoperable or unsafe any guards,
shields, or other safety features of this product; fail, refuse, or neglect to install any
retrofit kits from time to time provided by Pride to enhance or preserve the safe
use of this product.
INFORMATION EXCHANGE
We want to hear your questions, comments, and suggestions about this manual.
We would also like to hear about the safety and reliability of your new Pride
product, and about the service you received from your authorized Pride Provider.
Please notify us of any change of address, so we can keep you apprised of important
information about safety, new products, and new options that can increase your
ability to use and enjoy your Pride product.
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NOTE: If you ever lose or misplace your product registration card or your
copy of this manual, contact us and we will be glad to send you a new one
immediately.
My authorized Pride Provider Is:
Name: _____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
Phone Number: ______________________________________________
Purchase Date: _______________________________________________
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MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER
The Microdrive Controller is a fully-programmable, modular electronic controller
system that allows you to operate your power chair. It is designed to allow the user
to have complete control over chair movement and speed.
The controller has been pre-programmed to meet a typical user’s needs. The
program is set using either a personal computer with software provided by the
controller manufacturer or with a hand-held programmer, also provided by the
controller manufacturer.
WARNING! The controller program can affect speed,
acceleration, deceleration, dynamic stability, and braking.
If it is programmed incorrectly or outside of the safe limits
as determined by your healthcare professional, it can create
a dangerous situation. Only the power chair manufacturer,
an authorized representative of the manufacturer, or a trained
service technician should program the controller.
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES
Before operating the Microdrive Controller, please read the following. These
guidelines are provided for your benefit and will aid you in the safe operation of
the control system.
! Turn off the power to the controller when transferring to or from your power
chair.
! Follow all of the procedures and heed the warnings as explained in your power
chair owner’s manual.
Failure to heed the above warnings can result in personal injury and/or
equipment damage.
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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference (EMI/RFI)
WARNING! Laboratory tests have shown that electromagnetic
and radio frequency waves can have an adverse affect on
the performance of electrically-powered mobility vehicles.
Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference can come from sources such as
cellular phones, mobile two-way radios (such as walkie-talkies), radio stations, TV
stations, amateurradio(HAM)transmitters, wirelesscomputerlinks, microwavesig-
nals, pagingtransmitters, andmedium-rangemobiletransceiversusedbyemergency
vehicles. In some cases, these waves can cause unintended movement or damage to
thecontrolsystem. Everyelectrically-poweredmobilityvehiclehasanimmunity(or
resistance) to EMI. The higher the immunity level, the greater the protection against
EMI. This product has been tested and has passed at an immunity level of 20 V/m.
WARNING! Be aware that cell phones, two-way radios,
laptops, and other types of radio transmitters may cause
unintended movement of your electrically-powered mobility
vehicle due to EMI. Exercise caution when using any of these
items while operating your mobility vehicle and avoid coming
into close proximity of radio and TV stations.
WARNING! The addition of accessories or components to
the electrically-powered mobility vehicle can increase the
susceptibility of the vehicle to EMI. Do not modify your power
chair in any way not authorized by Pride.
WARNING! The electrically-powered mobility vehicle itself
can disturb the performance of other electrical devices
located nearby, such as alarm systems.
NOTE: For further information on EMI/RFI, go to the Resource Center on
your controller off as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact Pride or your autho-
rized Pride Provider to report the incident.
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Microdrive Controller Features
Figure 1 provides information on the Microdrive components and connections.
Use this diagram to familiarize yourself with the function and location of each
component before using the Microdrive Controller.
The following functions are available with the Microdrive Controller:
! Joystick Control
The joystick is used to control the direction and speed of the power chair.
! ActuatorAdjustment
The user can control positioning of power accessory actuators with the
Microdrive.
! Drive Profile Selection
The user can select one of five available drive profiles, if programmed.
! SpeedAdjustment
The user can increase or decrease the maximum speed of the power chair.
This adjustment can be overridden by the Joystick Interface Module.
! Sleep Mode
This feature is designed to preserve battery charge, and can be disabled through
programming.
! Thermal Rollback
This is a safety feature designed to prevent the power chair from overheating
and causing damage to the motors or controller.
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Actuator Indicators
Four LEDs indicate
recline, tilt, power leg
rests, and elevating seat
actuator modes.
Battery Condition Meter
Indicates the approximate
amount of battery charge
using color-coded LEDs.
Profile/Speed
Indicator
Horn Key
Activates a warning
horn.
Series of five colored
LEDs which display
the speed or profile
setting.
Joystick Interface
Module Controls
Joystick
A multi-functional tool used
to control speed, direction,
and actuator adjustment.
On/Off Switch
Press to power on or off the
power chair and controller.
A 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
socket to allow connection
of external switches to
select the various
functions available
Mode Switch
Used to select the various
functions available with the
Microdrive Controller.
A 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
socket to allow connection
of external switches to
power on or off the power
chair and controller.
Speed Adjustment Dial
Adjusts the maximum speed
of the power chair.
Toggle switches to allow
or disallow various
functions via the
controller.
BACK VIEW
Battery Charger Port
Standard 3-pin XLR type
battery charger socket used
with off-board charging
systems.
Harness Connector Port
Used to connect the
Microdrive to the power base.
Figure 1. Microdrive Components and Connections
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OPERATING THE MICRODRIVE CONTROLLER
TheMicrodrive Controllerisusedtooperateyourpowerchairandallofitscomponents.
The Microdrive controller consists of:
1. joystick
2. display pad
3. mode switch
4. on/off switch
5. speed adjustment dial
6. joystick interface module
Figure 2. Microdrive Controller and Joystick Interface Module
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Joystick Control
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The joystick controls the direction and speed of your power chair. When you
move the joystick from the neutral (center) position, the electromagnetic brakes
release and allow the power chair to move. The farther you push the joystick from
its neutral position, the faster the power chair moves. When you release the joy-
stick and allow it to return to the neutral position, the electromagnetic brakes
engage and the power chair comes to a complete stop.
Display Pad
The display pad is located directly in front of the joystick. It contains keys that you
will use to control your power chair. See figures 2 and 3.
Figure 3. Microdrive Display Pad
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Horn Key
The horn key activates the horn.
Battery Condition Meter
The battery condition meter is a 10-segment illuminated display that indicates that
the Microdrive is powered on and also gives the status of the batteries, the con-
troller, and the power chair electrical system.
! Red, yellow, and green lights lit: Batteries charged; controller and electrical
system OK.
! Red and yellow lights lit:Charge batteries if possible; controller and electrical
system OK.
! Red lights only lit or slow flash: Charge batteries as soon as possible;
controller and electrical system OK.
! Rapid flash of lights:Indicates a fault in the controller or the electrical system.
See “Error Codes.”
! Ripple side to side of lights: The joystick was not in the neutral position
when the controller was turned on. If you get “ripple side to side of lights,”
turn off the controller, allow the joystick to return to the neutral position, then
turn on the controller.
NOTE: If you have attempted to resolve the problem and still get “ripple
side to side of lights,” contact an authorized Pride Provider.
NOTE: When the batteries approach a discharged state, the first red light will
begin to slowly flash, reminding you the batteries need to be charged immedi-
ately!
Profile and Speed Indicator
The profile and speed indicator is a 5-segment illuminated display that indicates
speed setting as well as drive profile.
Actuator Indicator
The actuator indicator is a 4-segment illuminated display that indicates power
recline, power tilt, power leg rest, and power elevating seat actuator modes.
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JOYSTICK INTERFACE MODULE
The joystick interface module provides a means to enable or disable the hornkey,
mode switch, on/off switch, and speed adjustment dial. See figure 4.
The joystick interface module consists of:
1. external switch jacks
2. horn toggle
5. power toggle
6. redel connector port
3. speed toggle
4. mode toggle
7. off-board charger/programming socket
8. speed adjustment dial
Figure 4. Joystick Interface Module
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NOTE: When a toggle switch is set to “J/S,” the joystick has control of a
particular function. When the toggle switch is set to “Local,” control of
this function is disabled at the joystick.
External Switch Jacks
The external switch jacks are used for an external control (e.g., buddy button,
single switch, etc.). There are two external jacks on the joystick interface module:
mode and power. The switches can work in conjunction with or in replacement of
switches on the joystick.
Horn Toggle
The horn toggle disables the horn key on the controller.
SpeedToggle
The speed toggle disables the speed adjustment dial on the controller.
ModeToggle
The mode toggle disables the mode switch on the controller.
Power Toggle
The power toggle disables the on/off switch on the controller.
Redel Connector Port
The redel connector port is used for the power module interface.
Off-board Charger/Programming Socket
The off-board charger/programming socket is used for off-board charger con-
nection and controller programming. If you use an off-board charger, the charger
current should not exceed 8 amps. Contact your authorized Pride Provider for
more information.
WARNING! Only chargers with Neutrik NC3MX plugs should
be connected to the off-board charger/programming socket.
See your authorized Pride Provider for more information.
Failure to heed can result in personal injury and/or product
damage.
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ACTUATOR ADJUSTMENT
The Microdrive controller can control five power accessory actuators using the
mode switch and the joystick.
To select and adjust an actuator:
1. Use the on/off switch to power on the chair and the controller.
2. To activate the actuator adjustment mode, press the mode switch down twice.
3. Push the joystick to the right to cycle through the available actuators. The
actuator indicator will display which actuator is activated. See figure 5.
4. When the desired actuator is selected, give a forward command to the joystick
to adjust position in one direction or give a reverse command to the joystick
to adjust position in the opposite direction.
5. Press the mode switch down again to return to the drive mode.
Figure 5. Actuator Indicators
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DRIVE PROFILE SELECTION
Your Microdrive controller may be programmed for more than one drive profile
that allows the system to be custom tailored to your environment.
To select a profile setting:
1. Use the on/off switch to power on the chair and the controller.
2. Press the mode switch.
3. Move the joystick left or right to select the desired drive profile. Each of the
LEDs in the profile/speed indicator indicate a separate profile.
NOTE: The system can be programmed with up to 5 different profiles.
SPEED ADJUSTMENT
The Microdrive controller provides a speed adjustment dial to control the speed
of the power chair.
To change the speed:
1. Use the on/off switch to power on the chair and the controller.
2. To increase your speed, turn the speed adjustment dial clockwise.
3. To decrease your speed, turn the speed adjustment dial counterclockwise.
SLEEP MODE
The Microdrive controller offers a sleep mode feature which will shut off the main
power if the joystick remains stationary for a period of five minutes. The battery
condition meter will indicate sleep mode by blinking once every five seconds. To
restore power and resume operation of the chair, flip the on/off switch twice.
THERMAL ROLLBACK
The Microdrive controller is equipped with a thermal rollback circuit which moni-
tors the temperature of the chair’s motors and controller. If either exceeds 122°F/
50° C, the controller reduces the motor voltage by 5 volts for every degree over.
This reduces the chair’s speed and allows a cool down period. Once the tem-
perature returns to a safe level, the chair will resume normal operation.
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ERROR CODES
In addition to indicating the current state of battery charge, the battery condition
meter can also indicate possible problems with your power chair’s electrical system.
If any of the battery condition meter lights are flashing rapidly, the controller may be
indicating an error. Error codes are displayed as a number of flashing lights. For
instance, ifthefirstlightisflashingrapidly, thebatteryvoltageisnearlydepleted.The
table below identifies the individual error codes, probable causes, and possible so-
lutions. If you receive any of these error codes or if you experience any other prob-
lems, contact your authorized Pride Provider..
Fault
Code
1 Flash
Probable Cause(s)
Possible Solution
The batteries need charging. Check the battery connections. If the
There is a bad connection
to the batteries.
battery connections are good, then
try charging the batteries.
2 Flashes
3 Flashes
4 Flashes
5 Flashes
6 Flashes
7 Flashes
There is a bad connection on Check the left motor connections and
the left motor. wiring harnesses.
The left motor has a short to Contact your authorized Pride
a battery connection. Provider.
There is a bad connection on Check the right motor connections
the right motor. and wiring harnesses.
The right motor has a short to Contact your authorized Pride
a battery connection.
The charge inhibit has been
activated.
Provider.
Make sure that the battery charger
is not connected to the power base.
Make sure the joystick is in the center
position; power the unit off and then
on again.
There is a joystick fault.
8 Flashes
9 Flashes
There is a control system fault. Check power module and joystick
module connections and wiring.
The park brakes have a bad
connection.
Check the left and right motor
connections and wiring.
10 Flashes There is high battery voltage Measure the battery voltage. If it
in the system. exceeds 30VDC, replace the charger.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Refer to your power chair owner’s manual for proper cleaning and disposal
instructions.
WARRANTY
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Pride will repair or replace at our
optiontotheoriginalpurchaser, freeofcharge, thecontrolleroranyofitscomponents
found upon examination by an authorized representative of Pride to be defective
in material and/or workmanship.
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Pride Mobility Products Corporation
182 Susquehanna Avenue
Exeter, PA 18643-2694
USA
Pride Mobility Products Company
380 Vansickle Road Unit 350
St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7
Canada
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Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5HA
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Dandenong, 3175
Victoria, Australia
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Tijnmuiden 28
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The Netherlands
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