Trekinetic GTE MK II, User Manual

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4. Getting To Know Your GTE
Quick Start Guide
Assuming your chair has arrived fully assembled the first step is to ensure it’s ready before getting in!
1. Choose MANUAL or POWER
Your Trekinetic GTE is one of the only powerchairs on the market that can be operated as a manual chair as
well. To switch from MANUAL to POWER simply switch the levers beside the front wheels between the two
positions, making sure that each lever is in the same position. When the chair is in MANUAL mode, it can be
self-propelled or pushed from behind although it is worth noting
there are no brakes in this mode . In MANUAL
mode the chair can be moved or stopped by simply pushing or stopping the front wheels by hand, or with the
help of an assistant.
For POWER use, both levers need to be fully engaged in the lower position or you will see a C1 error when the
joystick in switched on. If you do encounter this error code, please just ensure the levers are in the right position
and the error should clear. If the problem persists, please power the joystick off and on again or speak to your
local dealer if you need further support.
To get started we’re going to enter POWER mode, so the first step is to ensure the MANUAL/POWER lever
beside each front wheel is clicked downwards in the POWER position. This will engage the electromagnetic
brake and ensures the chair won’t start rolling away when you try and sit down.
2. Insert Battery
Your Trekinetic GTE comes with either the standard Nickel Metal Hydride (NMH) or the longer-range Lithium
Ion (Li-ion) battery depending on which option you have chosen. The Lithium Ion battery is designed to be
charged in the chair but the Nickel Metal Hydride option needs removing and has a separate charging dock.
Whilst the chair can be operated as a manual chair it’s normally a good idea to have a fully charged battery with
you just in case so please ensure that the battery is inserted into the battery box below the seat with the yellow
button on the left hand side. The battery should slide in and click into place when it connects at the base. To
remove, simply press the yellow button and slide out.