UPnRIDE Powered Wheelchair User Guide
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Document Version: UM-01-01_Rev B5
Table 3-1: Legend for the Overview of the Wheelchair
No.
Name
Description
1
Positioning switches
The wheelchair has eight position modes that are controlled by a
toggle button switch and four positioning switches. Each
positioning switch can control two different positioning functions,
depending on the position of the toggle button.
2
Joystick & R-net
Control Panel with
LCD Display
(Controller)
The primary function of the joystick is to control the speed and
direction of the wheelchair. The further you push the joystick from
the center position the faster the wheelchair will move. When you
release the joystick the brakes are automatically applied.
The controller turns the wheelchair on and off. It also contains a
number of controls such as driving profile and turn signals that are
described in section 6.3 R-net Control Panel with LCD Display. The
LCD display on the controller is described in detail in section 7 R-net
Control Panel Guide.
3
Back support
This supports the user’s back.
4
Harness
This protects and supports the user. When in the upright position, it
supports a large portion of the user’s weight.
5
Knee supports
These protect and support the user. When in the upright position,
they share support of the user’s weight.
6
Main power switches
The battery pack has its own main power switch that controls the
main power supply to the wheelchair. The switch should be
engaged in order for the wheelchair to operate properly. Refer to
Figure 2-1.
If the wheelchair has two battery packs, the switch on both
batteries should be engaged. If one switch disengages, you should
notify your UPnRIDE distributor immediately.
7
Main power charging
socket
This socket is for charging the battery that provides power to the
wheelchair.
