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Invacare® REM 24 SD Remote Operating Instructions...
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Table of Contents Chapter Page The REM 24 SD Remote Layout of the remote .........................5 ON/OFF diode (status display) ....................8 Battery charger display......................8 Activating / deactivating the immobilizer................9 Using the Buddy buttons with the remote ................10 Controlling the wheelchair using the remote ...............11 1.6.1...
ON/OFF diode (status display) INFORMATION The ON/OFF diode (in key symbol) also serves as status or error message display. For error codes please see chapter "Error codes and diagnostic codes" on page 18. Battery charger display • Battery charger display All diodes illuminated: Full range •...
• Switch on the remote. • Use the end of the magnetic key (Invacare® Logo) to move over the sensor area (1) on the remote (key symbol). The horn will sound briefly once. The remote shuts down automatically. The immobilizer is activated.
Using the Buddy buttons with the remote What is a Buddy button? A Buddy button is an additional sensing device that can be used to activate a remote function. The sockets for Buddy buttons are to be found at the rear of the remote. Socket 1 (corresponds to the ""Activate / scroll through drive mode""...
Can the electronic system programming be adapted? The electronic controller is programmed with standard values during manufacture. Your Invacare® dealer can carry out programming tailored to fit your requirements. Will the wheelchair not drive after switching on? Check the drive-away lock (see chapter "Activating / deactivating the immobilizer " on page...
1.6.1 How a wheelchair with "Indirect Steering" reacts to joystick movements. "Indirect Steering" occurs by individually applying power to the drive wheels, and is found on wheelchairs with front, rear and middle wheel drive. Travel direction The further the joystick is moved in a particular direction, the more dynamically the wheelchair reacts.
1.6.2 How a wheelchair with "Direct Steering" reacts to joystick movements. Steering is operated by means of a servo motor. Travel direction The further the joystick is moved in a particular direction, the more dynamically the wheelchair reacts. Note: To brake quickly, simply let go of the joystick. It will then automatically return to the middle position.
Operating the electric adjustment options Electric adjustment options, like electric legrests or an electric backrest, are operated by using the joystick. 1.7.1 Activating adjustment mode • Press the "activate / scroll through adjustment mode" button (A). The remote switches to the adjustment mode last used. The driving mode display (B) switches to the appropriate symbol (one of the symbols shown below).
Information: When using the REM 24 SD remote it is not necessary – as on previous remote versions – to push the joystick forward in order to access the adjustment mode. It is sufficient to operate the adjustment mode button just once.
1.7.3 Changing back to driving mode • Briefly press the "Activate / scroll through driving mode" button (A). The remote switches back to the driving mode last used. The driving mode display indicates the drive level (B).
Error diagnosis In the event that the electronics should show signs of failure, please consult the following troubleshooting guide in order to locate the error. INFORMATION Before beginning with the diagnosis, please ensure that the drive electronics are switched on. If the status display is OFF: Please check whether the drive electronics are SWITCHED ON.
1.8.1 Error codes and diagnostic codes The drive electronics are capable of rectifying some errors automatically. In this case the status display will cease to flash. Please switch the remote on and off several times. Wait approx. 5 seconds each time before switching the remote on again. If this does not rectify the error, locate the error using the flash codes shown below.
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FLASH FAULT IMMEDIATE MEASURE FURTHER HELP CODE • Check plug-in connectors. • Error/brake error on Consult dealer. right motor. Connection loose/faulty or motor faulty. • Motors uncoupled Couple motors. Switch remote off and on again. • Check plug-in connectors. • Error/brake error on Consult dealer.