5 WHEELCHAIR OPERATION
Using the Joystick to Drive the Wheelchair
For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3 on page 39.
The joystick is located on the joystick housing and provides smooth control of speed and direction. It is equipped with 360 degrees of mobility for ease of operation. The joystick is
The joystick has proportional drive control, meaning that the further it is pushed from the upright (neutral) position, the faster the wheelchair moves. The maximum speed, however, is limited by the setting of the
To slow the wheelchair to a stop, simply release the joystick. The wheelchair has automatic speed and direction compensation to minimize corrections.
When first learning to drive, select a slow speed and try to drive the wheelchair as slowly as possible by pushing the joystick slightly forward. This exercise will help you learn to utilize the full potential of the proportional control and allow you to start and stop smoothly.
To drive the wheelchair, perform the following:
1.Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting.
2.Turn the power On. Refer to Turning the Power On/Off on page 37.
3.Maneuver the joystick in the following manner:
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