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8.1
General Guidelines
Avoid exposing your power chair to any type of moisture where possible (rain, snow, mist, salt
water, or wash). Such exposure can damage your power chair
– see section
8.6 - Corrosion
Protection
. Should your power wheelchair come into contact with water, dry as thoroughly as
possible with a towel and then allow it to sit in a warm room for 10-12 hours to dry. Check the
joystick operation and brakes before using your power wheelchair. If there are any doubts or
inconsistencies with your wheelchair, please contact your Magic Mobility dealer
STOP!
DO NOT leave the power wheelchair in rain or a storm of any kind.
DO NOT use the power wheelchair in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom
whilst taking a shower.
DO NOT leave power wheelchair in a damp area or outdoors for any length of
time.
Direct exposure to rain or damp will cause electrical and mechanical
malfunctions and may cause the chair to prematurely rust.
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Avoid knocking or bumping the controller, especially the joystick.
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Keep the controller clean
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Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures
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Do not place the controller cable so it may be pinched in any of the seat or power base
frames
Some parts of the power wheelchair are susceptible to extremes of temperature. It is possible
for the batteries to freeze. The temperature at which the batteries freeze depends on a number
of factors including their chemical composition, the level of charge and their usage. At elevated
temperatures; the power wheelchair may operate at a reduced speed. This a safety feature built
into the controller to protect the motors and other electrical components.
8.2
Batteries
The batteries used in your power chair are sealed, no maintenance gel cells and require only
correct charging procedures - see
7.2 - Battery Charging
. Typically these batteries should last
from 1 to 2 years depending upon type of usage.
8.3
Tyres
Tyre
Tyre Description
Recommended Tyre
Pressure (psi)
Maximum Tyre
Pressure
according to
tyre capacity
Drive
Tyres
Black, Low Pressure, Knobby
3.5 to 4
(10 Max.)
24 to 28
(55 Max.)
Tyre Inflation Pressure
X8
Metric
Imperial
Min. 24 kPa
Min. 3.5 psi
Max. 55 kPa
Max. 8 psi
Lower tyre pressures provide more traction in mud, sand and snow. For use on firmer surfaces,
tyre pressures may be increased up to a maximum of 55 kPa depending upon the weight of the
user, their preferences and driving capability. The chart below may be of some assistance when
