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· CAUTION When learning to drive, select a slow speed and try to drive the
wheelchair as slowly as possible by pushing the joystick forward-
slightly.
Wheelchair Controller Functions
The following is a quick review of the major functions:
Turn the controller power button ON.
1. FORWARD – Push the joystick forward.
2. REVERSE – Pull the joystick back.
3. TURNRIGHT–Pushthejoysticktotheright.
4. TURNLEFT–Pushthejoysticktotheleft.
5. STOP – Release the joystick.
VR2 Joystick Controller
On-OffButton:Usethisbuttontoturnthejoystickcontroller(hereinafterreferredtoasVR2)on
and off. Do not use this button to stop the power wheelchair, except in an emergency.
(Item A-Figure 13)
Battery Gauge: This is a 10-segment display, located on the face of the VR2. It indicates if the VR2
is switched on and provides the state of charge of the battery. It also indicates any faults in the
power wheelchair electrical system. Refer to Table 1 for more details.
(Item B-Figure 13)