Invacare MK6i User Manual
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Invacare® Storm
Powerchai
User's Manua
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Table of Contents
Chapter
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4
5
6
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Introduction .....................................................................................9
1.1 Important symbols in this manual.......................................................................................11
1.2 Type Classification and Area of Use ..................................................................................11
Safety Notes...................................................................................12
2.1 General Safety Notes .........................................................................................................12
2.2 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance...................................................15
2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference..........................................................16
2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode..........................................................17
2.5 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with a Lifter.................................................................19
2.6 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with Recaro Seats ......................................................20
The most important components.................................................21
Getting In and Out.........................................................................22
Driving............................................................................................23
5.1 Before driving for the first time............................................................................................23
5.2 Taking Obstacles................................................................................................................24
5.3 Driving up and down gradients...........................................................................................25
5.4 Parking and stationary........................................................................................................25
5.5 Hand brake .........................................................................................................................26
Pushing the wheelchair by hand..................................................27
6.1 Disengaging Motors............................................................................................................27
The Advanced Control System (ACS) .........................................28
7.1 The main parts of the Joystick Box.....................................................................................28
7.2 Main components of the Joystick Box ................................................................................30
7.2.1 Battery Charge Display....................................................................................................30
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Status Display..................................................................................................................31
7.2.2
7.2.3 Multi-Purpose Display......................................................................................................31
7.2.4 Symbols shown on the Multi-Purpose Display and their meanings.................................32
7.2.5 Joystick............................................................................................................................33
7.2.6 Socket for Programmer....................................................................................................33
7.2.7 Charging Socket..............................................................................................................34
7.2.8 Connection Socket for Supply Cable (Bus Cable)...........................................................34
7.3 Operating the Joystick Box.................................................................................................35
7.3.1 Switching the Joystick Box ON/OFF................................................................................35
7.3.2 Drive Away Interlock........................................................................................................36
7.3.3 Lighting / Flashers ...........................................................................................................37
7.3.4 Horn 38
7.3.5 Hazard Flashers ..............................................................................................................38
7.3.6 Selecting a Driving Mode.................................................................................................39
7.3.7 Driving and Steering........................................................................................................41
7.4 Adjusting electric options using the Joystick ......................................................................43
7.4.1 Select Adjustment Mode..................................................................................................44
7.4.2 Symbols of the Adjustment Options ................................................................................45
7.4.3 Select the option that needs to be adjusted ....................................................................46
7.4.4 Adjust option....................................................................................................................47
7.4.5 Deselect Adjustment Mode..............................................................................................47
7.5 Troubleshooting on the ACS Control System.....................................................................48
7.5.1 Error Codes .....................................................................................................................49
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Adjustment Options of the Joystick Box....................................51
8.1.1 Adjusting the Joystick Box to length of the arm:..............................................................51
8.1.2 Swinging the Joystick Box out to the side (option):.........................................................51
8.1.3 Adjusting the height of the Joystick Box (option):............................................................52
8.1.4 Adjusting the height of the armrests................................................................................52
Seating systems............................................................................53
9.1 Standard and Kontur Seats ................................................................................................53
9.1.1 Adjusting the seat tilt........................................................................................................53
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Backrest adjustment........................................................................................................55
9.1.2
9.1.3 Adjusting the headrest.....................................................................................................58
9.1.4 Adjusting the height of the armrests................................................................................59
9.1.5 Adjusting the height of the sideframes ............................................................................59
9.1.6 Seat width adjustment: ....................................................................................................59
9.1.7 Adjusting the pommel:.....................................................................................................60
9.2 Recaro Seats......................................................................................................................61
9.2.1 Recaro "N-Joy" and "Miles" (mechanically adjustable)...................................................61
9.2.2 Recaro Ergomed DS (electrically adjustable):.................................................................62
9.3 Invacare® Ultimate and Personal Special Seating Systems..............................................63
9.3.1 Adjusting the seat tilt........................................................................................................63
9.3.2 Seat version: Personal.....................................................................................................64
9.3.2.1 Adjusting the height of the back ...................................................................................64
9.3.2.2 Adjusting the backrest angle ........................................................................................65
9.3.3 Seat version: Ultimate......................................................................................................67
9.3.3.1 Adjusting the height of the back ...................................................................................67
9.3.3.2 Adjusting the backrest angle ........................................................................................68
9.3.3.3 Adjusting the inflatable cushions..................................................................................69
9.3.3.4 Removing the backrest.................................................................................................70
Footrests and Legrests.................................................................72
10.1 Footrests...........................................................................................................................72
10.1.1 Footrest (standard)........................................................................................................72
10.1.1.1 Removing the Footrest ...............................................................................................73
10.1.1.2 Footrest: Adjusting the Angle .....................................................................................74
10.1.1.3 Footrest: Adjusting the Length....................................................................................75
10.1.1.4 Footrest: Adjusting the Angle of the Footplate (Option).............................................75
10.2 Legrests............................................................................................................................76
10.2.1 Settable Legrest (Option)...............................................................................................76
10.2.1.1 Removing the Legrest.................................................................................................77
10.2.1.2 Settable legrest: Adjusting the Angle..........................................................................78
10.2.1.3 Settable legrest: Adjusting the Length........................................................................79
10.2.1.4 Settable legrest: Adjusting the Angle of the Footplate ...............................................79
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Manually Adjustable Legrest .........................................................................................80
10.2.2
10.2.2.1 Removing the Legrest.................................................................................................81
10.2.2.2 Height Adjustment for Ergonomic Length Compensation ..........................................82
10.2.2.3 Manually adjustable legrest: Angle Adjustment..........................................................83
10.2.2.4 Manually adjustable legrest: Adjusting the Length.....................................................84
10.2.2.5 Manually adjustable legrest: Adjusting the Angle of the Footplate.............................84
10.2.3 Electrically Adjustable Legrest.......................................................................................85
10.2.3.1 Removing the Legrest.................................................................................................86
10.2.3.2 Height Adjustment for Ergonomic Length Compensation ..........................................87
10.2.3.3 Electrically adjustable legrest: Angle Adjustment.......................................................88
10.2.3.4 Legrest: Adjusting the Length.....................................................................................89
10.2.3.5 Legrest: Adjusting the Angle of the Footplate ............................................................89
10.3 Width Adjustment of the Legrests (Option):......................................................................90
Lifter (option).................................................................................91
11.1 Adjusting the seat tilt on a STORM with a Lifter Module..................................................92
11.2 Adjustment of the electric Lifter Module: ..........................................................................93
11.3 Automatic speed reduction:..............................................................................................94
11.4 Technical Specifications of the Lifter Module:..................................................................94
Electrical System...........................................................................95
12.1 Electronics Protection System..........................................................................................95
12.2 Batteries............................................................................................................................96
12.2.1 What you need to know about batteries........................................................................96
12.2.2 Charging the batteries ...................................................................................................98
12.2.3 Removing and fitting batteries.....................................................................................100
12.2.3.1 Removing and refitting the 70 Ah batteries ..............................................................101
12.2.3.2 Removing and fitting the 55 Ah batteries (old STORM model) ................................104
12.2.3.3 How to handle damaged batteries correctly.............................................................105
12.3 Lighting ...........................................................................................................................106
Repair Instructions......................................................................107
13.1 Replacing light bulbs.......................................................................................................107
13.2 Repairing a flat tyre.........................................................................................................109
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Repairing a flat tyre (pneumatic tyres type 200 x 50)..................................................109
13.2.1
13.2.2 Repairing a flat tyre (pneumatic tyres type 3.00x4")....................................................111
13.2.3 Repairing a flat tyre (pneumatic tyres type 3.00-8")....................................................113
Care and maintenance................................................................115
Transport ......................................................................................118
15.1 Transferring the wheelchair to another vehicle...............................................................118
15.2 Securing the wheelchair for transport.............................................................................118
15.2.1 The Taxi Bar................................................................................................................119
15.2.2 Anchor ring, lateral (Option): .......................................................................................119
15.2.3 "Crash Kit" (Option): ....................................................................................................120
Technical Specifications.............................................................121
Inspections Performed................................................................126
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1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
First we would to thank you for choosing an Invacare® product. We hope you will be satisfied with your
new Powerchair and that it will bring you much enjoyment.
This wheelchair combines attractive design with a new dimension in mobility and driving pleasure.
Thanks to its unique modular construction, the STORM can be easily adapted to almost any personal need:
• Our different seating systems (like the Invacare® Kontur Seat, Invacare® Ultimate and Personal
Seating Systems or the Recaro Seat) are designed to fit your personal needs and wishes.
• An optional Lifter Module provides the capability to increase the height of the seat by up to
approximately 30 cm!
• Powerful 6 and 10 km/h motors make driving a pleasure in both indoor and outdoor environments.
By adjusting the wheelbase and the seat depth, the driving characteristics of the Powerchair can be
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optimised for you.
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• The individually programmable Invacare® Advanced Control System (ACS) allows fine-tuning of all
driving characteristics.
• The compact design guarantees excellent manoeuvrability and easy transport.
• Thanks to a well thought-through concept, most special design requirements can be easily taken care of
at the time of prescription. Later retro-fitting is possible, however this requires more work and should be
performed by trained personnel.
• The orderly construction of the wheelchair make service and maintenance easy.
This User's Manual contains important information and instructions on the following subjects:
• Safety
• Operation
• Care and maintenance
Please familiarise yourself with these instructions before going for your first drive. We cannot be
held responsible for any damage or faults that result from failure to comply with the instructions
put forth in this manual.
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1.1 Important symbols in this manual
WARNING: This symbol warns you of danger!
• Follow the instructions to avoid injury to the user or damage to the product!
NOTE:
This symbol indicates hints and suggestions which should help make operating the product
easier and point out special functions.
REQUIREMENTS:
• This symbol indicates a list of the different tools and other requirements you will need to do
certain maintenance work.
1.2 Type Classification and Area of Use
This wheelchair has been classified as class B (for indoor and outdoor areas). It has been
successfully tested for its safety according to German and international standards. When equipped
with an appropriate lighting system, the wheelchair is suitable to be driven on public roads.
WARNING: Danger of injury to occupant and damage to wheelchair if driver is not
mentally and physically able to keep full control of the vehicle at all times!
• If necessary, operation of the Powerchair must be performed by an attendant!
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2 Safety Notes
• READ WELL BEFORE OPERATION!
2.1 General Safety Notes
Danger of injury if wheelchair is used in any other way than the purpose described in this
manual!
• Adhere strictly to the instructions in this User's Manual!
Danger of injury if the wheelchair is driven when ability to operate a vehicle is impaired by
medication or alcohol!
• Never drive the wheelchair under the influence of medication or alcohol!
Danger of damage or injury if wheelchair is accidentally set into motion!
• Switch the wheelchair off before you get in, get out or handle unwieldy objects!
• Be aware that there are only the motor brakes to stop your wheelchair. When the motors are
disengaged, these brakes are automatically deactivated. For this reason, pushing the
wheelchair by an attendant is only recommended on flat surfaces, never on gradients. Never
leave your wheelchair on a gradient with its motors disengaged. Always re-engage the
motors immediately after pushing the wheelchair.
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Danger of injury if the On/Off Button is pressed while the wheelchair is in motion, due to it
coming to an abrupt, sharp stop!
• If you have to brake in an emergency, simply release the joystick which will bring you to a
halt!
Danger of injury when transferring wheelchair to another vehicle for transport with the
occupant seated in it!
• It is always better to transfer the wheelchair to another vehicle without the occupant seated in
it!
• In case the wheelchair does need to be transferred to another vehicle over a ramp with the
occupant seated in it, always have an attendant stand behind the wheelchair during transfer
to ensure it does not tip over backwards!
Danger of injury, if the wheelchair is used as a vehicle seat without a special restraining
system!
• Only ever use the wheelchair as a vehicle seat in connection with a Wheelchair Restraint
System and with the safety belts of the transporting vehicle! Make sure to follow the
instructions and recommendations issued by the Restraint System's manufacturer!
Danger of injury if maximum permissible load is exceeded!
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible load (see technical specifications)!
Danger of injury if legrests break due to use as a stepping board!
• Do not use the legrests as a stepping board when getting in and out of the wheelchair!
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Danger of injury due to wrong lifting or dropping of heavy components!
• When maintaining, servicing or lifting any part of your wheelchair, take into account the
weight of the individual components especially the batteries! Be sure at all times to adopt the
correct lifting posture and ask for assistance if necessary!
Danger of falling out of the wheelchair.
• Do not slide forward on the seat, do not lean forward between your knees, do not lean
backwards out over the top of the backrest, for example to reach an object.
• If restraining systems are installed (such as seat belts), use them each time you drive the
wheelchair.
• When changing over to a new seat, position the wheelchair as close as possible to the new
seat.
Danger of injury by moving parts!
• Make sure that no injury is incurred by moving parts of the wheelchair, like wheels or one of
the Lifter Modules (if fitted), especially when children are around!
Danger of fire or breaking down due to electric devices being connected!
• Do not connect any electric devices to your wheelchair that are not expressly certified by
Invacare® for this purpose! Have all electrical installations done by your authorised
Invacare® Dealer!
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2.2 Safety information with regard to care and maintenance
Danger of accident and loss of guarantee if maintenance is insufficient!
• For reasons of safety and in order to avoid accidents which result from unnoticed wear, it is
important that this electric vehicle undergoes an inspection once every year under normal
operating conditions (see inspection plan contained in service instructions)!
• Under difficult operating conditions such as daily travel on steep slopes, or in the case of use
in medical care cases with frequently changing wheelchair users, it would be expedient to
carry out intermediate checks on the brakes, accessories and running gear!
• If the vehicle is to be operated on public roads, the vehicle driver is responsible for ensuring
that the vehicle is in an operationally reliable condition! Inadequate or neglected care and
maintenance of the vehicle will result in a limitation of the manufacturer's liability!
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2.3 Safety Information on Electromagnetic Interference
This electric vehicle was successfully tested in accordance with International standards as to its
compliance with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Regulations. However, electromagnetic fields,
such as those generated by radio and television transmitters, and cellular phones, can influence
the functions of electric vehicles. Also, the electronics used in our vehicles can generate a low level
of electromagnetic interference, which however will remain within the tolerance permitted by law.
For these reasons we ask you to please observe the following precautions:
WARNING: Danger of malfunction due to electromagnetic interference!
• Do not switch on or operate portable transceivers or communication devices (such as radio
transceivers or cellular phones) when the vehicle is switched on!
• Avoid getting near strong radio and television transmitters!
• In case the vehicle should be set in motion unintentionally or the brakes are released, switch
it off immediately!
• Adding electrical accessories and other components or modifying the vehicle in any way can
make it susceptible to electromagnetic interference. Keep in mind that there is no sure way to
determine the effect such modifications will have on the overall immunity of the electronic
system!
• Report all occurrences of unintentional movement of the vehicle, or release of the electric
brakes to the manufacturer!
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2.4 Safety Information on Driving and Freewheel Mode
Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!
• Only ever negotiate gradients of up to the maximum defined in the Technical Specifications
and only with the backrest and seat tilt in an upright position!
• Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 of the top speed! Avoid abrupt braking or
accelerating on gradients!
• If at all possible, avoid driving on slippery surfaces (such as snow, gravel, ice etc.) where
there is a danger of you losing control over the vehicle, especially on a gradient! If driving on
such a surface is inevitable, then always drive slowly and with the utmost caution!
• Never attempt to overcome an obstacle when on an uphill or downhill gradient!
• Never attempt to drive up or down a flight of steps with your wheelchair!
• Always approach obstacles straight on! Ensure that the front wheels and rear wheels move
over the obstacle in one stroke, do not stop halfway! Do not exceed the maximum obstacle
height (see Technical Specifications)!
• Avoid shifting your centre of gravity as well as abrupt joystick movements and changes of
direction when the wheelchair is in motion!
• Never use the wheelchair to transport more than one person!
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible load!
• Note that the wheelchair will brake or accelerate if you change the Driving Mode whilst the
wheelchair is in motion!
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Danger of breaking down in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme cold, in an isolated
area!
• If you are a user with severely limited mobility, we advise that in the case of adverse weather
conditions DO NOT attempt a journey without an accompanying attendant!
Danger of injury if your foot slides off the footrest and gets caught underneath the
wheelchair when it is in motion!
• Make sure each time before you drive the wheelchair that your feet are squarely and securely
in place on the footplates, and that both legrests are properly locked into place!
Danger of injury if you collide with an obstacle when driving through narrow passages
such as doorways and entrances!
• Drive through narrow passages in the lowest Driving Mode and with due caution!
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2.5 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with a Lifter
IMPORTANT - IF YOUR WHEELCHAIR IS EQUIPPED WITH A LIFTER:
Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!
• Never exceed the maximum permissible load (see Technical Specifications)!
• Avoid dangerous driving situations when the lifter is in a raised position, such as trying to
overcome obstacles like kerbs or driving up or down steep gradients!
• Never lean out of the seat when the lifter is raised!
• Inspect the lifter module at least once a month to make sure the automatic speed reduction
function, which reduces the speed of the wheelchair when the lifter is raised, is working
properly (see chapter on lifter)! Notify your authorised dealership immediately if it is not
working properly!
Danger of injury by moving parts!
• Never let objects get caught in the space underneath a raised lifter!
• Make sure that neither you nor anyone else is injured by placing hands, feet other body
extremities under the raised seat!
Danger of malfunction of the Lifter Module!
• Inspect the lifter module at regular intervals to make sure there are no foreign objects or
visible damage, and to make sure the electric plugs are firmly inserted into their sockets!
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2.6 Safety Information on Wheelchairs with Recaro Seats
Danger of injury if the wheelchair tips over!
The centre of gravity of a Recaro seat is higher than that of other seats. The Recaro seat is
also heavier than other seating systems. The backrests of RECARO seats can be leaned
back 90°. For these reasons there is an increased risk of tipping over!
• Never lean the backrest backward more than 30° degrees, and never exceed 15° when
driving the wheelchair!
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More than 30° 15°-30° 0°-15°
NEVER!! Standstill! Driving
3 The most important components
Declutching Lever
Push Handle
Backrest
Batteries
Motor
Armrest
Joystick
Footrests
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4 Getting In and Out
Getting in:
• Position the wheelchair as near to your seat as possible. If
necessary, this can be done by an attendant.
• Switch your wheelchair off.
• Activate the hand brake (if your wheelchair has one).
• Remove the armrest our flip it upwards.
• Now slide over onto the wheelchair.
Getting out:
• Position the wheelchair as near to the new seat as possible.
• Switch your wheelchair off.
• Remove the armrest our flip it upwards.
• Now slide over onto the new seat.
NOTE
If you do not have sufficient muscle strength to change over by yourself, then do not hesitate to
ask someone for assistance. Use a board to slide over on, if one is available.
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5 Driving
5.1 Before driving for the first time...
Before you take your first trip, you should familiarise yourself well with the operation of the vehicle
and with all operating elements. Take your time to test all functions and driving modes.
NOTE:
If installed, use the restraining systems (seat belts) each time you use the vehicle.
Sitting Comfortably = Driving Safely
Before each trip, make sure that:
• You are within easy reach of all operating controls.
• The battery charge is sufficient for the distance intended to be covered.
• The seatbelt is in perfect order.
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5.2 Taking Obstacles
Your wheelchair can overcome obstacles and kerbs with the following heights.
• STORM with front wheel type 200x50: 4 cm
• STORM with front wheel type 3.00x4”: 6 cm
• STORM with kerb climber: 10 cm
CAUTION: Danger of Tipping Over!
• Never approach obstacles at an angle!
• Put your backrest into an upright position before climbing an obstacle!
Driving up over an obstacle
• Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head-on. Shortly before the front
wheels or kerb-lifter touch the obstacle, increase the speed and reduce
only after also the rear wheels have climbed the obstacle.
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Driving down off of an obstacle
• Approach the kerb or obstacle slowly head-on. Before the front wheels
touch the obstacle, reduce the speed and keep it until also the rear wheels
have climbed the obstacle.
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5.3 Driving up and down gradients
The STORM can safely climb gradients of up to 18%.
When driving up or down gradients you should always observe the following precautions:
WARNING: Danger of tipping over!
• Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3 of the top speed!
• Always return the backrest of your seat or the seat tilt to an upright position before ascending
slopes! We recommend that you position the seat backrest or the seat tilt slightly to the rear
before descending slopes!
• Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger
of skidding (such as wet pavement, ice etc)!
• Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient!
• Always drive straight in the direction the road or path you are on goes, rather than attempting
to zigzag!
• Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope!
5.4 Parking and stationary
When you leave your wheelchair standing still for a longer period of time:
• Switch the Joystick Box OFF (ON/OFF Button).
When parking your vehicle:
• Activate the Drive Away Interlock, if available.
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5.5 Hand brake
The 10 Km/h version of the STORM is equipped with an additional
hand brake. The brake lever is normally mounted on the opposite
side from the Joystick Box. Alternatively, the brake lever can be
mounted on the same side as the Joystick Box with a special holder.
• To activate the brakes push the brake lever forward, to release
pull the lever backwards.
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6 Pushing the wheelchair by hand
6.1 Disengaging Motors
The motors of the wheelchair are equipped with automatic brakes, preventing that the wheelchair
starts rolling out of control when the joystick box is switched off. When pushing the wheelchair, the
magnetic brakes must be disengaged.
Danger of the vehicle running away!
• When the motors are disengaged (for push operation), the electromagnetic motor brakes are
deactivated! When the vehicle is parked, the levers for engaging and disengaging the motors
must without fail be locked firmly into the "DRIVE" position (electromagnetic motor brakes
activated)!
The lever, with which the motors are disengaged,
is located on the right motor.
Disengaging the motors:
• Switch off the remote.
• Pull the safety bolt (1) forward.
• Pull the declutching lever (2) upwards.
Re-engaging the motors:
• Push the declutching lever down. The safety bolt
locks automatically back in place.
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7 The Advanced Control System (ACS)
7.1 The main parts of the Joystick Box
1) Battery Charge Display
2) Driving and Adjustment
Mode Display
3) Shift Up Driving Mode
4) Hazard Flasher Button
5) Left Flasher
6) Joystick
7) Status Display
8) Drive Away Interlock
9)Shift Down Driving Mode
10) ON/OFF
11) Light
12) Right Flasher
13) Horn
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The Pilot Lights on theJoystick Box:
• Left and Right Flashers (14+17)
• Hazard Flashers (15)
• Vehicle Lighting (16)
Pilot lights
On the bottom of the joystick box you will find:
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Socket for Programmer (18)
•
the Charging Socket (19)
• Connection Socket for Supply Cable (20)
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7.2 Main components of the Joystick Box
7.2.1 Battery Charge Display
The battery charge display (1) shows you the current charge status
of the batteries.
It is subdivided into 10 different-coloured LEDs:
2 x red, 4 x yellow and 4 x green.
The decreasing battery charge, and thus the Powerchair's
decreasing travelling range, is indicated by the individual diodes
going out.
Meaning of the Display:
• All diodes illuminated: full travelling range = batteries fully
charged
• Only the red diodes illuminated: Diminished travelling range =
charge batteries at end of trip
• Both of the red diodes flash: very low travelling range = charge
batteries as soon as possible
• Only one red diode flashes: Battery reserve = charge batteries
immediately!
The travelling range on battery reserve is very low. After a certain
travelling time, the electronics will switch off the drive automatically
and bring the Powerchair to a standstill = full discharge protection.
Battery Charge Display
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