SECTION 7—JOYSTICK

REPOSITIONING THE JOYSTICK

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.2.

1.Disconnect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32.

2.Cut the tie-wraps that secure the joystick cable to the wheelchair arm and frame. Refer to Detail “A” of FIGURE 7.2.

3.Pull the hook and loop strap to open the basket upholstery flap.

4.Cut the tie wrap that secures the joystick cable to the wheelchair frame.

5.Remove the two quick-release pins that mount the joystick to the arm.

6.Remove the joystick and mounting bracket assembly.

7.Reposition the joystick and mounting bracket assembly on the opposite arm.

8.Align the mounting holes on the mounting bracket with the mounting holes on the arm.

9.Insert the two (2) quick-release pins through the mounting holes to secure the joystick to the arm.

10.Tie wrap the joystick cable to the wheelchair arm and frame.

NOTE: Route the joystick cable under the basket upholstery flap to prevent it from interfering with wheelchair motion.

11. Connect the joystick. Refer to Disconnecting/Connecting the Joystick on page 32.

Mounting

 

Mounting

 

 

Hole on Arm

 

Bracket

 

 

 

 

 

Joystick

 

 

 

 

 

DETAIL “A”

 

Mounting Holes

Quick-

Tie-Wrap

Joystick

on Bracket

Release Pins

 

 

 

 

Joystick

Basket

 

 

Upholstery

 

 

Cable

 

 

Flap

 

 

 

Tie-Wrap

Tie-Wrap under Flap (Hidden from View)

FIGURE 7.2 - REPOSITIONING THE JOYSTICK

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Invacare At'm manual Repositioning the Joystick