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Figure 17. To drive the chair straight forward or backwards (left figure) move the directional controller
forward or back (right figure).
Move
the
directional controller away from you to drive forward. Move it towards you to drive in reverse.
Figure 18. To turn to the right (left figure) move the directional controller at a diagonal (right figure).
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Battery and Charging
The Model M includes sealed lead-acid batteries and a High Power battery charger.
These do not meet all the requirements of ISO 7176-25:2013 (the standard for safety or
batteries and chargers for powered wheelchairs) however they passed testing equivalent
to ISO 7176-25: 2013.
Before using your Model M for the first time, make sure you have fully charged the
batteries for 10 hours. The battery charger will indicate when battery charging is complete
and the wheelchair will indicate the battery charge level (see Section 4.4). It is
recommended that the battery be fully charged before you use the Model M. Occasional
use of the wheelchair prior to charging complete indication is acceptable if the need is
urgent.
With a full battery charge you should be able to drive about 15 miles under ideal
conditions. Factors that will affect the driving range include curves, terrain, driving habits,
payload, and temperature. To get the maximum range or distance per charge, WHILL
recommends the following:
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Always fully charge the batteries before a trip
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Reduce baggage weight as much as possible
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Avoid inclines and obstacles when planning your routes
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Maintain an even speed and avoid quick, frequent stops
WARNING
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Read the instructions before attempting to use the battery charger.
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Only use the original battery charger provided with the Model M. Use of any other
charger may cause damage or injury and will void the product’s warranty. Please
contact customer support if you need a replacement battery charger.
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Battery charging should only be performed indoors. Exposing the battery charger to
any moisture, water, or other elements may result in fire or electric shock.
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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use extension cords with the
battery charger. Use of extension cords may result in damage and/or injury.
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To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not leave the Model M plugged in
and continuously charging for more than one week. Extended charging of the Model
M may result in damage and/or injury.
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Keep the wheelchair and battery charger away from sources of ignition, such as
flames and sparks, because the battery can generate explosive gasses while
charging.
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