Invacare XP6500, XP6520 manual Preparing the Joystick for Use

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SECTION 9—JOYSTICK

SECTION 9—JOYSTICK

WARNING

After ANY adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.

Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or service verify that On/Off switch on the joystick is in the Off position.

Preparing the Joystick for Use

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 9.1.

NOTE: The joystick is factory installed on the right side of the wheelchair. To reposition the joystick onto the left side of the wheelchair, refer to Repositioning the Joystick on page 44. The joystick should be repositioned by a qualified technician.

1.Turn the adjustment lock lever to release the joystick mounting tube from the mounting bracket.

2.Slide joystick mounting tube to the desired position.

3.Turn the adjustment lock lever to secure the joystick mounting tube in the mounting bracket.

Mounting Bracket

Joystick Mounting Tube

Adjustment Lock Lever

FIGURE 9.1 Preparing the Joystick for Use

Part No. 1123839

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Contents XP6500 XP6520 Page Table of Contents Seat and Back Wheelchair OperationFront Riggings ArmsWheel Locks Limited WarrantyBatteries CLUTCH/MOTOR LockWheelchair TIE-DOWN Restraints and Seat Restraints Signal Word MeaningSpecial Notes Special NotesSpecial Notes XP6500 XP6520 Typical Product ParametersImportant Notice Label LocationsGeneral Guidelines Controller Settings/Repair or ServiceOperating Information General Guidelines Tire Pressure Electrical AccessoriesBatteries Charging Batteries Rain Test Grounding InstructionsWeight Limitation Weight TrainingEMI Information EMI InformationEMI Information Stability and Balance SAFETY/HANDLING of WheelchairsCoping With Everyday Obstacles Tipping Curbs TippingLifting/Stairways Escalators Warning Transferring to and From Other SeatsReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Percentage of Weight DistributionReaching, Leaning and Bending Forward Reaching and Bending BackwardSafety Inspection Checklists Safety INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTINGInspect/Adjust Initially Inspect/Adjust Monthly Inspect/Adjust WeeklyInspect/Adjust Periodically Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting MechanicalSymptom Probable Cause Solutions DON’T Checking Battery Charge LevelWheelchair Operation Joystick Switches and IndicatorsInformation Gauge Display Joystick Switches and IndicatorsWheelchair Operation Display Description Definition Comments Operating the Wheelchair Turning the Power On/OffUsing the Horn Using the Joystick to Drive the ChairReverse Movement ActionInstalling Installing/Removing/Using the Footrest/LegrestFront Riggings Using Adjusting the Footrest HeightRemoving Replacing the Heel Loop Raising/Lowering the Legrest AssemblyRaising/Lowering the Legrest Assembly Arms Adjusting Armrest HeightReplacing Armrest Pad Swing-Back ArmsReplacing the Seat Upholstery Seat and BackSeat Depth Number of Screws Replacing the Back Upholstery Replacing the Back UpholsteryAdjusting the Back Height Adjusting the Back HeightReplacing Seat Positioning Strap Replacing Seat Positioning StrapPreparing the Joystick for Use JoystickRepositioning the Joystick Repositioning the JoystickCasters Adjusting ForksBatteries When to Charge BatteriesCharging Batteries Description and Use of Battery ChargersTools Quantity Comments Replacing the Batteries Connecting the Battery ChargerRecommended Battery Types QTY Volts Battery Remarks WidthCleaning Battery Terminals Removing/Installing the Battery BoxesImmediately Removing/Installing Battery Boxes Installing/Removing Battery TrayTool QTY Comments Installing/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery BoxesInstalling/Removing Batteries Into/From Battery Boxes Connecting Battery CablesBatteries Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap Replacing Battery Box Retaining Strap Engaging/Disengaging the Clutches CLUTCH/MOTOR LockInstalling/Adjusting Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel LocksWheel Locks Installing/Adjusting/Using the Wheel Locks Adjusting Height Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-TippersANTI-TIPPERS Installing/Removing/Adjusting Anti-Tippers Transporting the Wheelchair TransportingUnfolding/Folding the Wheelchair Transporting the Wheelchair Limited Warranty Probasics