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The term
command
, mentioned in this manual,
means the input depending on the type of
control, e.g. joystick movements or sip and puff
commands. Refer to
for more information
about the Sip and Puff Head Array.
By default, latched driving mode is preset in
combination with a Sip and Puff only and with a Sip
and Puff Head Array. For all other types of control,
latched driving mode is not a default setup but can be
enabled by your provider.
Each drive function can be assigned with a latched driving mode
by your provider. The six latched driving modes, which are
indicated on the lower left of the drive screen, and their
corresponding symbols are listed in the following table.
1 Step Up
3 Step Up
5 Step Up
3 Step Up/Down
5 Step Up/Down
Cruise Control
The Latch Drive Timeout period is restarted whenever
a subsequent drive command is given.
The Latch Drive Timeout parameter is set by
the provider. To change the parameter, contact
your provider.
6.6.1 Turn Commands
The wheelchair can be steered while in latched driving mode. If
a turn command is given, the wheelchair remains in latched
driving mode and also responds to the turn command for the
turn command duration. The Latch Drive Timeout period is
restarted whenever a turn command is given. When the Latch
Drive Timeout expires, the wheelchairs stops.
6.6.2 External Stop Switch
To set up a wheelchair for latched driving, an external stop
switch must be fitted to the wheelchair. Ideally, the external
stop switch should be highly visible and easily accessible to
provide an extra level of safety and security for the user.
External Stop Switch Test
The external stop switch test checks that the external stop
switch is functioning correctly. The test is conducted once per
power cycle when:
l
the wheelchair is powered up in a latched drive mode
function
l
a latched drive mode function is selected following a non-
latched drive mode function
The external stop switch test is indicated by a screen overlay.
1. Press the external stop switch to complete the test.
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