8/16/2005
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Getting to Know Your Shoprider Jiffy Powerchair
The Joystick Controller (VSI 50)
1.
On-Off Button
: This button turns the joystick
controller (hereinafter referred to as VSI) on
and off. Do not use this button to stop the
folding power chair, except in an emergency.
2.
Battery Gauge
: This is a 10-segment
display, which indicates if the VSI is switched
on and gives the state of charge of the
battery. Additionally, any faults in the
Powerchair electrical system are also
indicated by this display. Refer to Table 1 for
more details.
3.
Maximum Speed Indicator
: This is a 5-
segment display, which indicates the
maximum speed setting selected.
4.
Horn Button
: This button operates the
Powerchair’s horn.
5.
Speed Decrease Button
: This button
decreases the maximum speed.
6.
Speed Increase Button
: This Button
Increases the maximum speed.
7.
Joystick
: This controls the speed and direction of the Powerchair.
Push the joystick in the direction you want to go. The further you
push it, the faster the speed will be. Releasing the joystick will
automatically engage the brakes and stop the Powerchair.
8.
Charging Port for Off-Board Charger
: This is a secondary
charging port, in addition to the charging port located on the battery
pack. Only plug into this port with the qualified charger certified by
the original manufacturer of the Powerchair. This port should not be
used as a power supply for any other electrical devices. The
behavior against the two states as above will void the warranty of the
Powerchair.
Note:
The controller can be fitted to suit either right or left-handed
users.
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