BENOIT SYSTEMS Mini Minotor 2.1 Mode D'emploi page 31

Before making your first journey, you should
familiarise yourself with operation of the moto-
rised vehicle and all the accessories. Take your
time to test all the functions and driving modes.
PROPERLY SEATED = SAFE DRIVING
Before each journey, check that:
WARNING
Do not use any other motorised device or accessory at the same time as the power add-on. If you wish to
use another device, please remove the power add-on from the wheelchair for your own safety.
How to move about?
Start moving by pressing the 'Start/Stop' button
on the control unit once. This turns the power
on. Pressing this button again turns off and
deactivates the control unit. Any problem is
signalled by flashing indicator lights on the control
unit, preventing movement of the wheelchair.
The direction and speed are controlled by the
joystick. Although the control system is relatively
easy to use, a little practice will be needed to
control the wheelchair properly at different
speeds.
To move, just push the joystick in the direction
you want to go. The joystick's distance from its
neutral position determines the speed and radius
of curvature of movement.
When the joystick is released it returns to the
neutral position (central) automatically, the
wheelchair's movement stops and the brakes are
applied.
The speed the wheelchair can reach is set by the
speed regulator. The user can select one of 5
possible speeds.
The speed is adjusted using the
buttons: it is proportional to the number of LEDs
lit (up to 5 for the maximum authorised value).
How to tackle a short or long climb?
A short climb is often steeper than it seems. This
is why slopes must be tackled with enough speed.
If you stop while climbing, you must restart gently
SERVICING & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
DRIVING PRACTICES
• You are seated so as to have access to all the
• The battery is sufficiently charged for the
• The safety anti-tip is clipped into the rear
to avoid tipping backwards. If necessary, lean
forward to provide a counterweight and prevent
the wheels slipping.
How to tackle ground sloping sideways?
When the ground slopes sideways, the wheelchair
is drawn naturally towards the lower side. For this
reason, you should correct the direction using the
joystick, particularly anticipating it as much as
possible on steep climbs.
In some difficult routes, another person's help
may be useful.
How to brake?
To prevent any uncontrolled movement of the
motorised vehicle, the motors are fitted with
automatic brakes that are applied under the
following conditions:
• The start/stop switch is in the 'stop' position.
• The start/stop switch is in the 'start' position
The brake is released automatically as soon as
the vehicle starts moving, as the joystick is out of
the neutral position. The safest and simplest way
to stop your equipment is to release the joystick.
This will bring the wheelchair to a controlled stop.
or
In the event of a power supply fault, the brakes are
operated automatically.
When you need to push the motorised vehicle by
hand, if it breaks down or in an emergency, the
motors must be disengaged.
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controls.
journey you're planning to make.
handle. Check the mounting direction (small
wheel downwards) and that the locking pin is
securely fitted.
and the joystick is in the neutral position.
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