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Basic Operation Instructions SAFETY GUIDELINES 2 WARNING! An authorized Pride Provider or a qualified technician must perform the initial setup of this product and must perform all of the instructions in this manual. The symbols below are used throughout this owner's manual and on the controller to identify warnings and important information. It is very important for you to read them and understand them completely. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous condition/ situation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Basic Operation Instructions 3 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................. 5 GC2 CONTROLLER ........................................................................... 7 PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES ................................................. 7 OPERATING THE GC2 CONTROLLER .................................... 11 CONTROLLER COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR .............. 13 LOCK MODE .............................................................
Basic Operation Instructions LABEL INFORMATION 4 PRODUCT SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols below are used on the controller to identify warnings, mandatory actions, and prohibited actions. It is very important for you to read and understand them completely. Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual. Avoid exposure to rain, snow, ice, salt, or standing water whenever possible. Maintain and store in a clean and dry condition.
Basic Operation Instructions 5 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 to safely operate and care for this product should bring you years of trouble free operations and service.
Basic Operation Instructions 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: _______________________________________________ GC2 Controller www.pridemobility.
Basic Operation Instructions 7 GC2 CONTROLLER The GC2 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.
Basic Operation Instructions 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.
Basic Operation Instructions 9 GC2 Controller Features Figure 1 provides information on the GC2 components and connections. Use this diagram to familiarize yourself with the function and location of each component before using the GC2 controller. The following functions are available with the GC2 controller: Joystick Control The joystick is used to control the direction and speed of the power chair. Speed Adjustment The user can increase or decrease the maximum speed of the power chair.
Basic Operation Instructions Horn Key Activates a warning horn. Battery Condition Meter Series of five colored LEDs which display the battery condition. On/Off Key Press to power on or off the power chair and controller. Speed Dial Turn to increase or decrease maximum speed. Joystick A multi-functional tool used to control speed and direction. Off-board Charger/ Programming Port Used to charge or program the power base. Figure 1. GC2 Components and Connections GC2 Controller www.pridemobility.
Basic Operation Instructions 11 OPERATING THE GC2 CONTROLLER The GC2 controller is used to operate your power chair and all of its components. The GC2 controller system consists of (see figure 2): 1. Joystick 2. Control panel 3. Joystick module 4. Off-board charging/programming socket 5. Power module 6. Controller communication connector 2 1 3 5 4 6 Figure 2. GC2 Controller Joystick Control The joystick controls the driving speed and direction of the power chair.
Basic Operation Instructions Battery Condition Meter On/Off Key Horn Key Speed Dial Joystick Figure 3. Controller Keypad Control Panel The control panel is located directly in front of the joystick. It contains keys and a dial that you will use to control your power chair. See figure 2. On/Off Key The on/off key turns the system on and off. WARNING! Unless faced with an emergency situation, do not use the on/off key to stop the chair. This will cause the power chair to stop abruptly.
Basic Operation Instructions 13 Speed Dial The GC2 controller provides a speed dial to control the speed of the power chair. See figure 3. To change the speed: 1. Push the on/off key to power on the chair and the controller. 2. To increase your speed, turn the speed dial clockwise. 3. To decrease your speed, turn the speed dial counterclockwise.
Basic Operation Instructions LOCK MODE The controller is equipped with a feature that enables you to “lockout” unauthorized users. To lock the controller: 1. While the power is on, press and hold the on/off key until it beeps (approximately 1 second). 2. Release the on/off key. 3. Move the joystick to the full forward position until it beeps. 4. Move the joystick to the full rearward position until it beeps. 5. Release the joystick. There will be one long beep. The controller system is now locked.
Basic Operation Instructions 15 FAULT CODES The battery condition meter will flash fault codes when the controller system detects an abnormal condition in the electrical system. All of the battery condition meter LEDs will flash a number of times quickly, then pause, then flash again. The battery condition meter will continue to flash the fault codes until the problem is fixed. The table below identifies the individual fault codes.
Basic Operation Instructions 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 option to the original purchaser, free of charge, the controller or any of its components found upon examination by an authorized representative of Pride to be defective in material and/or workmanship. GC2 Controller www.pridemobility.
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