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3 MOVEMENT AND CONTROLS
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3 Movement and Controls
Explorer Magellan is designed to provide independence in mobility. It offers a balance between comfort,
maneuverability, speed and power. Moving and maneuvering the Magellan is easy and is discussed below.
When moving or storing an unoccupied Explorer Magellan, it is sometimes useful to be able to roll the unit without
using the joystick and motors. This condition is known as ‘Freewheeling’, and is achieved by rotating mechanical
drive-release levers through 90 degrees. These levers are located on the top of each motor gearbox, at the front
of Explorer Magellan under the seat. The freewheeling levers are turned by hand.
Energy is supplied by two Group 22NF batteries, which are individually packaged and accessed from the rear of
the chair. Proper use of Explorer Magellan includes charging the batteries nightly.
The drive system consists of two independent drive motor/wheel units and a control module with a joystick. The
motors operate in both the forward and reverse directions. Motor speed and direction are both controlled by the
joystick. Moving the joystick forward (towards the front of the chair) causes the wheelchair t o move forward. The
NOTE: In freewheeling mode, the motors are disengaged, the parking brakes do not operate, and
the joystick is unable to steer Explorer Magellan. For these reasons, it is clear that an occupied
Explorer Magellan should NEVER be in freewheel mode.