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12.12 Pilot + Dual Control Operation
The Powerchair may be controlled by the user or by an attendant. Press the ON/OFF Switch on the
user control. Battery gauge indicators will light briefly, then either the current battery charge. The
Powerchair can then be switched between attendant or user control using the push button located on
the attendant control (mode is indicated by LED). The attendant can adjust the chairs speed using
the speed button and control direction using the joystick. As already indicated, the electronic
controller of your powerchair is programmable. It means the way in which the Powerchair behaves
can be changed and adjusted according to your requirements and wishes. Contact your INVACARE
supplier/dealer for programming requirments
NOTE
Actuator can only adjusted from the user control.
Freewheel Operation (see 11.1)
To push the Powerchair by hand in the event of a fault or battery
failure, or simply to move it WITH NO OCCUPANT in it, the two motor/
gearbox units can be declutched from the rear wheels. First ensure
that power is switched OFF on the joystick box.
CAUTION
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Freewheel operation is only intended for short-term use in
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, NOT as a regular or permanent
mode of Powerchair movement. In freewheel mode the Powerchair
is NOT secured by the electromagnetic brakes, as both brake
systems are out of action during this time.
Joystick
Mode Selector
Speed
Selector