Functionality Tests; Joystick And Gaiter; Operational Test; Test Drive - Permobil Compact Joystick Advanced R-net Programming Manual

3.0 Functionality Tests

Perform the following tests, in order, on each wheelchair before dispatch.
These tests should be conducted in an open space and a restraining device such as
a seat belt should always be used. Permobil accepts no liability for losses of any
kind arising from failure to comply with this condition.

3.1 Joystick and Gaiter

- Check that the joystick is not bent or damaged.
- Check the thin rubber gaiter or boot, around the base of the joystick shaft, for damage or
splitting. Check visually only, do not handle the gaiter.
- Check that the joystick returns to the centre position when you push and release it.

3.2 Operational Test

This test should be carried out on a level floor with at least one meter clear space around
the wheelchair.
- Switch on the control system.
- Check that the battery gauge remains on, or flashes, after one second.
- Push the joystick slowly forwards until you hear the parking brakes operate. The chair
may start to move.
- Immediately release the joystick. You must be able to hear each parking brake operate
within a few seconds.
- Repeat the test a further three times, pushing the joystick slowly backwards, left and
right.

3.3 Test Drive

- Drive the wheelchair and make sure that it operates correctly for all positions of the user
controls.

3.4 Soft-Stop Test

- Drive the wheelchair at full forward speed and switch the control system off.
- The wheelchair must not stop suddenly, but should decelerate to standstill.
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Programming manual Compact Joystick Advanced R-net
Document Number: 205314-UK-0 Edition 2 2009-10 (0033-8009a-0100a)