Owner`s manual

Mercury Mambo Powered Wheelchairs Part Code: Z20945 (Rev B)
Owners Manual Page 5 of 28
7. Make sure the electromagnetic brake works correctly. An audible clicking can be heard when
moving the joystick in and out of the neutral position. This sound is the electromagnetic brake
applying and releasing.
8. Make sure it is safe around you before you begin your journey.
 Stopping
♦ Release the joystick control lever completely. The powerchair will naturally brake and stop.
♦ Switch the powerchair off.
 Warning!
♦ Do not set in to freewheel mode when driving on a gradient.
♦ Always re-engage the freewheel levers in to the “DRIVE” position before use. Failure to do so may result
in injury.
♦ For your safety, the power will automatically cut off and the electromagnetic brake system will activate
while driving down too steep a gradient. This will limit the speed to a safe level. Switch the power off and
on again to re-start your power chair.
♦ Maximum User Weight Limit
♦ Refer to section entitled “MAX. LOAD WEIGHT” in the specification section. Overloading past the
weight limit may lead to damage of your power chair or cause it to malfunction and will endanger your
own safety. The warranty does not cover this type of damage.
 Attention
1. Avoid putting all of your weight on the footrest. This may cause the power chair to tip which could
result in injury.
2. Do not switch the powerchair off whilst driving as this will lead to an emergency stop and possible risk
of accident and injury.
3. Do not set to the highest speeds while driving indoors.
4. Do not adjust the speed dial while driving. A sudden change in speed may cause danger to you and
others, and may cause damage to your powerchair.
5. Do not place magnetic or other electrical devices near the area of the controller as this could affect the
safe operation of your powerchair.
6. Be careful whilst driving in heavy traffic or crowded areas.
7. While reversing the powerchair, be aware of people or objects behind you.
 Inclines and uneven terrain
When climbing an incline, try to keep your powerchair moving. If you must stop, start up again slowly, and
then accelerate cautiously. When driving down an incline, do so slowly and in the forward direction only. If
your powerchair starts to move faster than you anticipated or desired, allow the chair to come to a complete
stop by releasing the joystick. Push the joystick slightly forward and continue travelling slowly down the
incline.