Joystick; Making A Transfer - Quickie Q50 R Carbon Directions For Use Manual

5.2 Joystick

All the electronic components to control the wheelchair are
integrated to the joystick (Fig. 5.1). The joystick is located on
one of the armrests and is connected together to the power
box with motors and battery.
• Power Switch: switches powerchair on and off. Do not
stop the wheelchair driving by using the switch unless
there is an emergency, otherwise it will shorten the life of
the wheelchair drive components.
• Joystick Lever: The main function of the joystick is to
control the direction and speed of the wheelchair. The
joystick is pushed from its central position. When it is
released, it will automatically reset and decelerate.
• Horn Button: Press this button, the horn will sound.
• Speed increase Button and Speed decrease Button:
After turning on the power, the speed indicator displays
the current maximum driving speed, and will increase
or decrease by one bar with each press on the speed
increase button or speed decrease button. The quantity of
displayed bars represents the current maximum speed.
• Charger Socket: This socket can be used only for
wheelchair charging (Fig. 5.2) Do not use the socket to
supply power to any other electrical device. Otherwise, it
may damage the wheelchair's control system or its E.M.C
(electromagnetic compatibility) performance.

5.3 Making a transfer

Sunrise Medical recommend that you consult your healthcare
professional for assistance in developing your personal front or
side transfer technique to best suit your needs and avoid any
personal injury.
Preparing for a forward transfer:
DANGER!
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good
balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every
transfer when the seating system seat is not below you.
Q50 R Carbon
Joystick Components (Fig.5.1).
1. Power switch
2. Battery indicator
3. Speed indicator
4. Speed decrease button
5. Speed increase button
6. Joystick lever
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Fig. 5.1
Fig. 5.2
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