Obstacles And Slopes - Quickie WheelDrive User Manual

WheelDrive
Warning!
The Assist rim is connected to a sensor. Do
not use the Assist rim to lean on, for making
a transfer from or to your wheelchair.
Drive rim (B in fi gure 10)
This rim works diff erently than the Assist rim.
When using these rims the motor will give
continuous support. As long as the Drive rim
is pushed forward, the wheelchair will move
forward. If the Drive rim is pushed backwards,
the wheelchair will move backwards. When the
Drive rim is released, the motor support will
stop. The wheelchair will not immediately stop,
but gradually brake on the motor. If the system
is turned off , the Drive rims have no function.
Drive rim usage
The Drive rim can be pushed forward and
backwards until an end position; in this position
the speed is maximum. If the Drive rim is carefully
pushed forward, the speed increases according to how
far the rim is pushed forward.
Braking with the Drive rim
By pushing the rim carefully backwards, the
speed decreases. This way you can brake with
the Drive rim. By moving the rim even more
backwards, the wheelchair will drive backwards.
The acceleration and maximum speed diff ers
per driving profi le.
Warning!
While using the Drive rim, beware not to
put your fi ngers too far inwards between
the spokes of the wheel. If you do not feel
secure, it is advised to use power assist
spoke protection.
Before driving, be sure the tyres are
suffi ciently infl ated (up to 6-10 bar).
Before driving, be sure the batteries are
suffi ciently charged.
Always use the Drive rims in a smooth
and uniform way to get the best driving
experience.

4.5 Obstacles and slopes

Take extra care when taking obstacles (such
as thresholds, curbs and narrow doors and
hallways) and when driving on slopes. Only use
the power assist in situations where you would
feel safe with a normal manual wheelchair
without Power assist.
Always use the Assist rim for taking obstacles
and slopes. This way you have the best control
for driving and braking. Use the Drive rim for
equal level driving
Taking obstacles
The power assist is certifi ed for taking obstacles
up to 50 mm. High obstacles can best be
taken by backward driving. Low obstacles
can be taken by forward driving. The size
and construction of the front wheels of your
wheelchair are of great infl uence on taking
obstacles. Drive carefully towards the obstacle
with the front wheels. Select the appropriate
profi le and then take a short run up (15-20 cm)
to climb the obstacle. Make sure the wheelchair
does not keep accelerating after climbing an
obstacle.
Warning!
Do not drive off /over of high obstacles
(higher than 50 mm).
Driving up a curb
1. Choose the place where the curb is at its
lowest.
2. Drive straight up to the curb at a right angle
to it (15-20 cm in front of the curb).
3. Propel the Assist rim forward. Drive up the
curb without changing direction.
4. Maintain speed until all of the wheels are
on the sidewalk. If mounting the sidewalk is
not possible, fi nd a place where the curb is
lower.
Driving down a curb
1. Choose the place where the curb is at its
lowest.
2. Drive straight down the curb with your front
wheels at a right angle to it.
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