VIII. Operation Guide
Joystick
The Joystick comprises of the following:
1) Joystick Gimbal -
Controls the
direction and speed of the chair. Push the
joystick towards the desired direction.
2) Power-Off Button -
Pressing this
button will power off the chair.
3) Battery
Life
Indicator
-
Indicates
the
battery level
.
4) Power-On Button -
Pressing this
button will power on the chair.
5) Horn -
Press to sound horn.
6) Add Speed Button -
Increase the
speed of the chair.
7) Speed Indicator -
With 5 LED lights
on, the chair at its max. Speed. One LED light on,
the chair is at its lowest speed.
8) Reduce Speed Button -
Pressing this
button will lower the maximum speed of the chair.
Note: To drive the chair, push the joystick gimbal in the direction you want to
go. If you push it gently you will gradually speed up but if you push it quickly
you are apt to jump in the direction you push.
Note: The speed adjustment adjusts the top speed the chair will go. Even on
the highest speed the chair will only creep along if you move the gimbal a very
small amount.
Note: The electromagnetic brakes on the chair are always engaged when the
gimbal in in the neutral position. When the gimbal is moved, even a minute amount, the
brakes electrically release. When the user releases the the gimbal, it automatically
returns to the neutral position and the brakes immediately engage again.
It is important to know that if there is a danger of hitting anything, all they have to do is
release the gimbal and the chair will stop moving. The distance it takes to stop will vary
dependant on the speed the chair is moving.
Joystick
When operating the chair for the first time, it is recommended to move the chair at a low
speed gently and gradually pushing the control joystick forward. The practice run will
help you familiarize yourself with controlling the speed and start and stop of the chair.
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