Otto Bock Skippi plus Instructions For Use Manual page 47

The power wheelchair has been approved for ascending or
descending inclines of up to a maximum of 12 %. Driving on
steeper inclines or downgrades is not permitted.
In order to navigate downgrades safely, the speed must be
reduced according to the slope (e.g. select speed level 1).
The critical obstacle height of the power wheelchair is 5 cm.
Crossing obstacles which exceed 5 cm in height is not per-
mitted. Obstacles such as steps or curbs must be crossed
at reduced speeds.
If obstacles are in the way, drive around them with a wide
margin. Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on une-
ven ground. Therefore the speed must always be adjusted
to the ground conditions.
The battery indicator and speed level are shown in the driv-
ing menu on the LCD display.
The joystick (see Fig. 30, item 1) is used for driving. The
further the joystick is moved away from the centre position,
the faster the power wheelchair will drive in this direction.
The maximum speed at full deflection of the joystick depends
on the selected speed level. Releasing the joystick auto-
matically activates the brake function, bringing the wheel-
chair to a halt. The mechanical wheel locks are activated
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automatically when the power wheelchair comes to a stand-
still so that it cannot roll.
The power wheelchair has a programmable number of
speed levels (delivery condition = 5 speed levels). Use the
"M" button to increase the speed level. After reaching the
maximum speed level, the control unit switches back to
speed level 1.
Adjusting the driving characteristics
WARNING
Risk of accidents and injury due to incorrect configura-
tion settings. Modified parameter settings in the configu-
ration can lead to changes in driving characteristics. In
particular, changes to the speed, acceleration, braking or
joystick settings can lead to unexpected and therefore un-
controllable operating performance with a risk of acci-
dents. Always test the driving characteristics of the power
wheelchair after configuration / programming is complete.
Programming may only be performed by authorised,
trained specialists. Ottobock and the control unit manufac-
turer are not liable in cases of damage caused by pro-
gramming which was not performed correctly and/or
which was not adjusted correctly according to the abilities
of the wheelchair user.
Operation
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