Shoprider Sena 888WNLS, User Manual

STARTING TO DRIVE YOUR POWER WHEELCHAIR 

Getting Started 

Select an area with plenty of space. 
Ensure that when seated in the in the powerchair you are in a comfortable 
position and can easily and freely operate the controls. 
 

Moving off and steering 

Turn the power on and check that your batteries are fully charged. 
Set your speed to a low setting. 
Gently push the joystick in the direction you wish to travel. The harder you 
push the joystick the faster you will travel. 
Release the joystick, this will automatically return to the centre position and 
the electromagnetic brake will be activated. 

Reversing 

Before reversing please ensure that the area behind is free from any hazard 
or obstruction. 

Obstacle Climbing  

We recommend that wherever possible that a suitable access point such as a 
drop kerb or ramp be used. The necessity to climb an obstacle directly should 
be as a last resort. 
  
Your powerchair is capable of climbing a 2.5cm (1”) 
kerb. Care should be taken when attempting to climb a 
kerb. Please address the kerb at 90º. 
Reduce speed to a slow rate until the front castor 
meets the edge of the kerb then push the joystick 
forward to accelerate up over the kerb. The backrest 
MUST be in the upright position before attempting any 
kerb/incline. 

Kerb Edge 

Warning: Do not hit the kerb at speed and do not attempt to climb a kerb 
if the anti tipping castors have been removed. Please take time to get 
accustomed to your new powerchair before driving in heavily 
pedestrianised areas or attempting to climb kerbs. 
 
You should always use a drop kerb or ramp if the seat is set in it’s 
highest position as the higher centre of gravity could cause the 
powerchair to become unstable. 

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