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7.4 operating the control joystick:
When engaging the main On/Off button, allow a few
seconds prior to moving the joystick. This allows the
system to self check. If you move the joystick too soon,
the battery level indicator display will not illuminate until
the joystick is released.
If the joystick is off centre at the time of switching on,
after 5 seconds a system error will occur.
Whilst this is not harmful to your wheelchair, you will
need to switch off and then back on to clear the system.
note:
This is a safety feature to prevent unintended
movement.
proportional control summary:
steering.
To steer the chair simply move the joystick knob in the
desired direction. The further you move the joystick from
the central position, the faster the wheelchair will travel in
the direction the joystick is pushed.
Look ahead while you drive, not at the controls.
stopping.
When the joystick returns to its central position, the
brakes will activate automatically.
braking distance.
On flat ground, braking distance is approximately equal
to the length of the wheelchair. Going downhill the
braking distance may be slightly longer.
forward/reverse.
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It is important that you stop the wheelchair before you
change direction from forward to reverse.
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Always turn the controller off before you transfer in or
out of the wheelchair.
7.5 Maximum speed/profile indicator:
This is a gauge which shows the maximum speed setting
for the wheelchair or if the control system is programmed
for drive profile operation, the selected drive profile. This
gauge also indicates if the speed of the wheelchair is
being limited or if the control system is locked.
7.6 the horn button:
The horn will sound while this button is depressed.
7.7 Speed/Profile decrease button:
This button decreases the maximum speed setting or,
if the control system is programmed for drive profile
operation, selects a lower drive profile.
7.8 Speed/Profile increase button:
This button increases the maximum speed setting or,
if the control system is programmed for drive profile
operation, selects a higher drive profile.
Remember that only with practice will you become a
competent driver. Find a safe, hazard free environment
to practice controlling the wheelchair and familiarise
yourself with the controls and functions.
7.9 actuator button and leds:
Depending on whether your wheelchair is fitted with one
or two actuators the operation of this button will differ.
wheelchairs with one actuator:
Depressing the actuator button will enter actuator
adjustment mode. This will be indicated by the
illumination of both actuator LED’s. Actuator adjustment
can then be made by deflecting the joystick forwards
or backwards. To re-enter drive mode, depress either
actuator button.
wheelchairs with two actuators:
Depressing the actuator button will enter actuator
adjustment mode. Depressing the button once illuminates
the left LED, and deflection of the joystick will adjust
the actuator motor connected to that channel. If the
right button is depressed the associated LED will be
illuminated, and deflection of the joystick will adjust the
actuator motor connected to the other channel.
To re-enter drive mode, depress the selected actuator
button, as indicated by the associated LED.
It is also possible to select the other actuator by left or
right movements of the joystick.
