Owner`s manual

Mercury Mambo Powered Wheelchairs Part Code: Z20945 (Rev B)
Owners Manual Page 4 of 28
 Do not use your powerchair under the circumstances below.
♦ On roads with heavy traffic or surfaces that are muddy, gravelly, bumpy, narrow, snowed over, icy,
or canal towpaths not guarded by any fence or hedge. Keep away from places where you might get
the wheels stuck.
♦ Do not drive at night or during severe weather conditions (such as rain, snow, etc).
♦ Do not drive your powerchair in an “S” pattern or make erratic turnings.
♦ Do not take the powerchair onto escalators.
♦ UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE POWER CHAIR BE USED AS A SEAT IN A
MOTOR VEHICLE (E.G. CARS, BUSES, TRAINS, ETC).
 About Mobile Phones and other electrical equipment
♦ Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication devices whilst driving.
♦ Always switch off the powerchair and remove the ignition key before using a mobile phone.
♦ Do not charge the mobile phone or any other electrical devices from the batteries of the powerchair.
 Automatic Power Shut Down
In order to avoid accidental battery run down, your powerchair is equipped with an automatic power shut
down facility. The powerchair will automatically switch off after 30 minutes if left idle. When this
situation occurs, simply switch your powerchair off and back on and it will be ready for use once again.
 Ramps, inclines and drops
♦ Do not drive onto steep ramps greater than the specified gradient. Refer to the section entitled
“CLIMBING ANGLE” in the specification section.
♦ Always use a low speed setting when ascending or descending a gradient.
♦ Do not drive on roads with large drops or potholes. Refer to the section entitled “MAX. GROUND
CLEARANCE” in the specification section.
♦ Please slow down when driving on gradients
♦ Do not make sudden turns when driving on gravel surfaces or ramps.
♦ Always lean forward when climbing a steep gradient.
 Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Fold down the armrests so that you can rest your arms on them.
3. Switch the powerchair on.
4. Check the battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey. If you have any
doubt about the remaining power, please recharge the batteries before departure.
5. Select a speed which you feel safe and comfortable with.
6. Check the joystick lever works correctly.