Brintal Ypush
Owner’s Manual and Service Record
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How long will my battery pack last?
This is a difficult question as it depends on many factors.
The life of a battery depends upon the number of "use and
charge" cycles the battery goes through, and on the con-
ditions of use. Some general advice about battery care is
to ensure your battery is fully charged after use. Batteries
may not perform as well in very warm or cold weather.
Care can prolong the life of the batteries but eventually
all batteries will fail to perform to their "new" specification
and are classed as consumable parts.
What range can I expect?
The expected (theoretical) range if there is no manual
pushing is shown in the Technical Specification. However,
the Ypush has been designed to offer the attendant
manual and Power-assisted, or a combination of both, so
any pushing greatly extends the range possible.
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Temperature. Cold weather can reduce the output of
the batteries.
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Type of terrain - Climbing hills takes a lot more energy
than driving on the flat.
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Weight of the occupant makes a big difference. Double
the weight will use double the power.
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The age, condition and charge state of the battery. As
the battery runs down the output reduces slightly.
What if I get a puncture?
The Ypush wheels and tyres are puncture-proof, and
apart from an occasional clean are designed to be
maintenance free.
Can I take the Ypush on an aircraft?
Yes, in many cases this is possible, BUT depends on the
carriers specific regulations on batteries - see page 29 for
details.
Can I take the Ypush on a cruise ship?
Yes, the Ypush folds up to the same size as a regular trav-
el chair, so current regulations allow stowage in the ward-
robe of a standard cabin BUT check with your carrier first.
Can the Ypush be adapted to be operated by the
occupant like a power chair?
The Ypush Power-assist and braking systems have been
specifically designed to be operated by an attendant only.
Can I push the Ypush manually if I run out of battery power?
Yes, of course – this is a hybrid Power-assisted and
manual wheelchair. Push or power at any time – the
choice is yours.
Do the brakes still work if the battery is flat?
Yes, the Brintal "Hands off" safety brakes are totally sep-
arate from the Power-assist, and operate in exactly the
same way whether you have the ignition on or off.
If I choose to push manually and I get to a hill and I want
Power-assist, do I need to stop moving and change any
settings?
No, as long as the Ypush ignition is already switched
"On" when you started your journey, you can add Power-
assistance at any time by pressing the throttle lever,
at any walking speed. The Ypush Advanced Dual Drive
System (ADDS) monitors the current speed you are
travelling at, and seamlessly provides the exact amount
of power you need to the wheel motors.
FAQs Frequently-asked questions
