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7.4 Operating the control joystick:
When engaging the main On/Off button, allow a few
seconds prior to moving the joystick. This allows the
system to self check. If you move the joystick too soon,
the battery level indicator display will not illuminate until
the joystick is released.
If the joystick is off centre at the time of switching on, after
5 seconds a system error will occur.
Whilst this is not harmful to your wheelchair, you will need
to switch off and then back on to clear the system.
Note: This is a safety feature to prevent unintended
movement.
Proportional control summary:
Steering.
To steer the chair simply move the joystick knob in the
desired direction. The further you move the joystick from
the central position, the faster the wheelchair will travel in
the direction the joystick is pushed.
Look ahead while you drive, not at the controls.
Stopping.
When the joystick returns to its central position, the brakes
will activate automatically.
Braking Distance.
On flat ground, braking distance is approximately equal to
the length of the wheelchair. Going downhill the braking
distance may be slightly longer.
Forward/Reverse.
WARNING!
It is important that you stop the wheelchair before you
change direction from forward to reverse.
WARNING!
Always turn the controller off before you transfer in or out
of the wheelchair.
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7.5 Maximum speed/profile indicator:
This is a gauge which shows the maximum speed setting
for the wheelchair or if the control system is programmed
for drive profile operation, the selected drive profile. This
gauge also indicates if the speed of the wheelchair is
being limited or if the control system is locked.
7.6 The horn button:
The horn will sound while this button is depressed.
7.7 Speed/Profile decrease button:
This button decreases the maximum speed setting or, if the
control system is programmed for drive profile operation,
selects a lower drive profile.
7.8 Speed/Profile increase button:
This button increases the maximum speed setting or, if the
control system is programmed for drive profile operation,
selects a higher drive profile.
Remember that only with practice will you become a
competent driver. Find a safe, hazard free environment to
practice controlling the wheelchair and familiarise yourself
with the controls and functions.
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