VR2 CONTROL SYSTEM
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3.2 Locking / Unlocking the Wheelchair
The VR2 control system can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. The locking
method is via a sequence of key presses and joystick movements, as detailed
below.
To lock the wheelchair.
• While the control system is switched on, depress and hold the on/off button.
• After 1 second the control system will beep. Now release the on/off button
• Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps.
• Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps.
• Release the joystick, there will be a long beep.
• The wheelchair is now locked.
To unlock the wheelchair
• Use the on/off button to switch the control system on. The maximum speed /
profile indicator will be rippling up and down.
• Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system beeps.
• Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system beeps.
• Release the joystick, there will be a long beep.
• The wheelchair is now unlocked.
3.3 Joystick
The primary function of the joystick is to control the speed and direction of the
wheelchair. The further you push the joystick from the center position the faster the
wheelchair will move. When you release the joystick the brakes are automatically
applied.
If the wheelchair is fitted with actuators, the joystick can also be used to select and
move actuators, refer to section 3.8 for more details.
3.4 Maximum Speed / Profile Indicator
This is a gauge which shows the maximum speed setting for the wheelchair or, if the
control system is programmed for drive profile operation, the selected drive profile.
For more information on drive profiles, refer to Chapter 3.
This gauge also indicates if the speed of the wheelchair is being limited or if the
control system is locked, refer to sections 8.8 and 8.9.
3.4.1 Maximum Speed Indicator
This is a gauge that shows the maximum speed setting of the wheelchair. There are
five speed settings step 1 is the lowest speed and step 5 is the highest speed. For
details of how to change the maximum speed setting, see sections 3.6 and 3.7.
3.4.2 Profile Indicator