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Instructions for driving the e·motion
12.1
General instructions
e·motion’s powered engine
supports the power the wheel-
chair driver needs to move his
or her wheelchair. The sensors
(11) on the gripping rings
convert that power into a brief
turning motion of the motor.
The power’s force depends on
the previously selected level of
power (please see chapter 7.1).
It is irrelevant whether you drive the wheelchair forward or
backward.
When you are driving down a slope the e·motion’s engine
supports the brakes.
The e·motion only indirectly influences the actual technique
of driving a wheelchair, i.e. you can stick with your habits for
the most part.
· When using e·motion for the first time, avoiding initially
putting into operation in the second support mode.
· Start if possible with mode 1, to get to know the system
and practice in a safe, flat area.
· When you are familiar with the system, then you can activate
the second mode.
· Push
both wheels
evenly to make your wheelchair go
straight forward.
Your specialist dealer or the
sales
representatives can adapt the e·motion to
your individual needs any time.
· Going down a slope, activate the e·motion engine to be
able to brake more effectively. When it is wet the push rims
are getting damp so that there is a greater risk of accidents
through unintentionally issued wrong driving commands.
· Turn the e·motion’s engine off and lock the brakes before
you get in or out of your wheelchair. Inadvertent grasping
of the push rim could move the wheelchair.
· Always drive with fully charged batteries to avoid being
stranded due to empty batteries. For longer trips use a
second pair of batteries if necessary.
· Make sure that the air pressure in the e·motion and the
wheelchair front wheels is correct, as this increases your
radius of activity. The pressure in the e·motion wheel
should be 6 bar. Details of the pressure in the front wheels
should be taken from the usage manual for your wheelchair.
If you have a flat tyre the driving characteristics of the
e·motion deteriorate substantially. So only drive on in an
emergency and with great care.
