Summary of Firefly
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Electric handcycle user manual.
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The firefly tm from rio mobility transforms your wheelchair into a high performance machine that can increase your mobility. Consult with your dealer or health care professional to determine if the firefly tm is appropriate for you. Dealer: you must give this manual to the firefly tm handcycle user ...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com i table of contents 1. Safety warnings 1 2. Wheelchair requirements 2 3. The firefly tm components 4 4. Firefly tm specifications 6 5. Installing your firefly tm 6 6. Battery care & operation 13 7. Attaching the firefly tm 14 8. Firefly tm controls 15 9. Sa...
Page 4: Warning
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 1 1. Safety warnings warning do not operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual. If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions, or instructions, contact sales@riomobility. Com, your health professional, dealer, or tec...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 2 wheelchairrequirements 2. Wheelchair requirements the firefly tm is compatible with almost all wheelchairs without the need for any special adapters. Wheelchair frame configuration the front tubes of your chair must be similar to one of the three shown on...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 3 wheelchairrequirements frame with swing-away footrests (pawns facing inward) frame with horizontal bottom tube available (pawns facing outward) frame with no horizontal bottom tube available (pawns facing outward).
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com fireflycomponents 3. The firefly tm components required tools: adjustable wrench pliers torque wrench tire pressure gauge bicycle pump remove the handcycle parts from the box and unpack the components. The contents include: handcycle assembly left and right...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 5 fireflycomponents socket threaded rod lower arm of wing upper arm of wing top tube clamp top tube socket sleeve spring collar steering tube wheel fork wing plate steering plate battery headlight controller hub motor brakes reverse headlight on/off speedom...
Page 9: Notes On Installation
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 6 installingyourfirefly 4. Firefly tm specifications gearbox 24v, 220w geared brushless hub motor battery 24v 10ah lithium polymer battery, 5lbs (2.2kg) construction all alloy steel construction for strength and reliability brakes dual promax lockable v-bra...
Page 10: Installing The Clamps
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com installingyourfirefly installing the clamps measure the diameter of your tubing using the ruler printed on page 5 and ensure that you have the proper clamps. Determine the appropriate clamp placement for your frame using the figures on page 6. If you need a...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com installingyourfirefly bottom hole flat washer wing plate steering plate repeat for the left wing. Inflate your tire inflate the tire according to the pressure range printed on the sidewall (40 - 65psi [2.8 - 4.6 barr, 280 - 460 kpa]). A pressure on the lowe...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com installingyourfirefly place the wheel at least 2” (50mm) away from the front of your shoes or from the front edge of your footrest, whichever extends farthest. Sit in your wheelchair in a comfortable position, with your back flat against the backrest. Keepi...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 10 installingyourfirefly adjusting the upper and lower arms attach the lower arms attach the lower arms to the lower set of pawns installed on your chair. The lower arm can be lengthened or shortened using the threaded rod . Loosen the jam nut to do this. D...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 11 installingyourfirefly position the wing plate rotate the handcycle back and forth slightly until one of the three holes at the top of the wing plate lines up with one of the four holes on the steering plate . Insert the 6 mm screws, with washers on each ...
Page 15: Your Firefly
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 12 installingyourfirefly tighten the jam nut on each of the four arms to a torque of 10ft-lbs. (13.5nm) using the included wrenches, as shown below. Make sure that all nuts have been tightened, including the wings’ nuts and screws, upper and lower arm jam n...
Page 16: Operation
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 13 batterycare 6. Battery care & operation the firefly tm is shipped with a custom hi-power lithium polymer battery for optimal performance. More effecient and lighter weight than traditional lead acid batteries, these li-ion units have an energy density fi...
Page 17: Attachment
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 1 attachingthefirefly 7. Attaching the firefly tm attachment before attaching your handcycle, always engage your wheel locks. Pull back all four socket sleeves so that they click and hold in the open position. Swing the upper arms away from you (toward the ...
Page 18: Power
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 15 fireflycontrols 8. Firefly tm controls refer to the diagram on page 5 for part names and locations. Power to operate the firefly tm , the power must be turned on in two locations. The first is a red switch on the right side of the battery . The other is ...
Page 19: Safety Checklist
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 16 safety 9. Safety safety checklist the handcycle transforms your chair into a highly maneuverable device, so always wear a helmet. Make sure reflectors are installed, oriented properly, and clean. The use of safety belts is recommended when operating your...
Page 20: Obstacles
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 1 safety obstacles be very careful going over bumps and curbs over 2” (50mm) high. Your front casters may contact theses surfaces, causing a loss of control. Use your pushrims to get over these bumps, not the handcycle. You should approach bumps and curbs s...
Page 21: Speed Limiter
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 1 customization 10. Firefly tm customization rio mobility can offer special adaptations tailored to each user. Some are described below. If you have additional requests, please discuss with your heath care professional and contact customer service at sales@...
Page 22: Inspection Checklist
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 1 maintenance 11. Maintenance instructions inspection checklist in addition to the requirements specified in your wheelchair manual, the following inspection schedule is required. Inspection / maintenance item initially weekly 6 months check and tighten har...
Page 23: Lubrication
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 20 maintenance lubrication using wax, synthetic, or teflon lubricants (not non-synthetic oil such as wd-40 or tri-flo), follow these guidelines to lubricate the handcycle: brake lever put one drop of oil on the pivot point of the brake lever brake put one d...
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Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 21 troubleshooting 12. Troubleshooting guide when climbing a hill, the front wheel slips. The front wheel is too far forward of your center of gravity. Adjust the handcycle so that the front wheel is as close as possible to the footrest without interference...
Page 25: Limitations
Firefly tm user manual www.Riomobility.Com 22 warranty 13. Limited warranty rio mobility warrants the firefly tm for two (2) years from the date of initial consumer purchase. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship with the exclusions below: warranty exclusions (except for fact...
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14. Product registration / warranty form please complete and mail or fax this form to: rio mobility 56 tehama street san francisco, ca 94105 (415) 520-0567 (fax) sales@riomobility.Com name : address : city : state / province : zip / postal code : email : phone number : rio mobility model # : serial ...