Invacare TDX SP - Manual (Page 36)

SECTION 5—WHEELCHAIR OPERATION
TDX™ SP 36 Part No 1143190
The joystick has proportional drive control, meaning that the further it is pushed from the
upright (neutral) position, the faster the wheelchair moves. The maximum speed,
however, is limited by the setting of the speed‐control knob.
To slow the wheelchair to a stop, simply release the joystick. The wheelchair has
automatic speed and direction compensation to minimize corrections.
When first learning to drive, select a slow speed and try to drive the wheelchair as slowly
as possible by pushing the joystick slightly forward. This exercise will help you learn to
utilize the full potential of the proportional control and allow you to start and stop
smoothly.
To drive the wheelchair, perform the following:
1. Adjust speed control knob to the appropriate setting.
2. Turn the power On. Refer to Turning the Power On/Off on page 35.
3. Maneuver the joystick in the following manner:
FIGURE 5.2 Using the Joystick to Drive the
Wheelchair
NOTE: For specific information about the joystick installed on the wheelchair, refer to one of these
procedures:
• SPJ+, MK6i™ SPJ+ w/PSS and MK6i SPJ+ w/ACC Joystick Switches and Indicators on
page 37.
• MPJ+ Joystick Switches and Indicators on page 39.
MOVEMENT ACTION
FORWARD Push joystick forward, towards
the front of the wheelchair.
REVERSE Pull joystick back, towards the
rear of the wheelchair.
Turn RIGHT Move joystick toward the right
side of the wheelchair.
Turn LEFT Move joystick toward the left side
of the wheelchair.
STOP Release the joystick and the
wheelchair will slow to a stop.
To Move
Right
To Move
Forward
To Move
Left
To Move
Backward
Joystick
Front of
Wheelchair
Rear of
Wheelchair