Sunrise Medical QUICKIE F55 - Manual (Page 42)

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The Penny and Giles Pilot + control pod
Summary
1. To steer, simply move the joystick in
the direction you wish to go (Fig. 43).
2. The further you move the joystick, the
faster you will go.
3. New users should use slower speeds
until they feel confident when driving
the powerchair.
Adjust the speed range as explained
on the previous pages
4. The brakes will automatically stop the
wheelchair from any speed when the
joystick is released.
5. Switching off immediately applies
braking and is not recommended for
normal use.
6. It is important that the chair is
stationary when changing direction
from reverse to forward.
7. Always switch to off before getting
into or out of the chair.
Fig. 43
Cleaning instructions
Should the control of your wheelchair
become soiled or dirty, it can be wiped
with a damp cloth with a dilute disinfectant
until clean. This is important should the
wheelchair be used by more than one
person to ensure there is no cross
infection.
WARNING
Ensure that you always have comfortable
access to the controls whilst the chair is
moving.
It is important that the joystick boot is
replaced if it is torn or brittle, failing to do
so could cause substance damage to the
controller and unexpected movement of
the chair.
Always turn off the power to the controller
when you are not manoeuvring the chair
or when you are transferring in or out of
the chair etc.
Do not replace the joystick knob with any
unauthorised item. It may cause
hazardous operation and loss of control
of the chair.