Shoprider UL8W36 manual Getting to Know Your Shoprider Powerchair, Joystick Controller VSI

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Getting to Know Your Shoprider Powerchair

The Joystick Controller (VSI)

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1. On-Off Button: This button turns the joystick				1		2
controller (hereinafter referred to as VSI) on
and off. Do not use this button to stop the
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power chair, except in an emergency.
2. Battery Gauge:		This is a 10-segment
display, which indicates if the VSI is switched			5				6
on and gives the state of charge of the
battery.	Additionally, any faults in the
Powerchair	electrical system are also
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indicated by this display. Refer to Table 1 for
more details.

3.Maximum Speed Indicator: This is a 5- segment display, which indicates the maximum speed setting selected.

4. Horn Button: This button operates the Powerchair’s horn.

5.Speed Decrease Button: This button decreases the maximum speed.

6.Speed Increase Button: This Button Increases the maximum speed.

7.Joystick: This controls the speed and direction of the Powerchair. Push the joystick in the direction you want to go. The further you push it, the faster the speed will be. Releasing the joystick will automatically engage the brakes and stop the Powerchair.

8.Charging Port: This is a secondary charging port, in addition to the charging port located on the battery pack. When using this charging port only plug into this port with the qualified Shoprider charger certified by the original manufacturer of the Powerchair. This port should not be used as a power supply for any other electrical devices. Doing either of these as stated above will void the warranty of the Powerchair.

Note: The controller can be fitted to suit either right or left-handed users. Please contact your provider for further assistance.

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