Driving on Level Ground
Try to get the feel of the Powerchair controls in a safe, level environment. If you are not satisfied with
the response of the joystick (or whatever control devices fitted), contact
INVACARE S
Recommended
Service Centre and they will be able to re-programme the controller to your individual needs.
Negotiating Gradients/Slopes
CAUTION
Never attempt to climb or descend an incline where the surface is rough, wet or slippery (gravel, loose
chippings, grass, rain, black ice, snow etc.),
The maximum safe slope of your Apollo Outdoor powerchair is 6°. DO NOT attempt to traverse or
descend slopes that are in excess of this figure, fit anti-tipping levers (Fig. 2) for slopes and outdoor use.
CAUTION
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Take care when using your powerchair on slopes. Do this only where the surface is firm, straight and
dry, in other conditions, avoid steep slopes.
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Take special care in bad weather. Braking and tyre grip may be affected on wet or icy surfaces, take care
on slopes and uneven surfaces.
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Do not attempt to drive across slopes, this may make the vehicle unstable.
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When climbing hills or slopes it is important to travel up in one motion. Starting a forward movement
from stationary on a slope requires extra care to avoid tipping backwards. Start slowly and accelerate
cautiously.
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When travelling down an incline, select a low speed, stop periodically if the wheelchair moves faster than
anticipated. Push the joystick forward slowly to continue the descent. Do not lean forward.
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Avoid parking on the edge of rivers, ponds, lakes, sea, etc.
If you are in a situation where by the
Powerchair fails to climb a ramp and stalls mid-
way through the manoeuvre, DO NOT attempt
to turn the Powerchair to drive back down in a
forward facing direction, always reverse slowly
in a steady, flowing action and DO NOT brake
harshly, as this will upset balance in this
situation. If possible, always seek the assistance
of an attendant.
Fig. 2
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