Operation - Pride Mobility Jazzy Select Owner's Manual

GC CONTROLLER SYSTEM
The electronic controller is what you use to operate your power chair. The electronic controller enables you to move the
power chair, as well as monitor battery charge, electronic controller functions and the condition of your electrical system.
The GC is a modular electronic controller system. The system consists of a joystick module and a power module. See
figure 21. Typically, the joystick module is mounted to one of the armrests and is connected to a power module located on
the power base.
The controller system supplied with your power chair has been pre-programmed to meet your needs. The program is set
using either a personal computer with software provided by the controller manufacturer or with a hand-held programmer,
also provided by the controller manufacturer.
WARNING! The controller program can affect speed, acceleration, deceleration and braking. If it
is programmed incorrectly or outside of the safe limits as determined by your healthcare
professional, it can create a dangerous situation. Only the power chair manufacturer, an authorized
representative of the manufacturer or a trained service technician should program the controller.
The GC Controller system consists of:
1. joystick
2. control panel
3. joystick module
4. power module
Joystick
The joystick controls the direction and speed of your power
chair. When you move the joystick from the neutral (centre)
position, the electromagnetic brakes release and allow your
power chair to move. The farther you push the joystick
from its neutral position, the faster your power chair moves.
When you release the joystick and allow it to return to the
neutral position, you engage the electromagnetic brakes.
This causes your power chair to decelerate and come to a
complete stop.
WARNING! If your power chair begins
to move in an unexpected manner,
immediately release the joystick. Unless
the joystick is damaged, this action
should stop your power chair.
NOTE: If you move the joystick before or just after
you switch on the power, the battery condition meter
will ripple side-to-side and the power chair will not
move. If you do not release the joystick within five
seconds, the power chair will not move until you turn
the controller off and on again.
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Figure 21. GC Controller System
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