Frontier V6 User manual

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Owners Manual – V6 all models

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1 Power Wheelchair Owner’s Manual
Thank you for choosing a Magic Mobility Product. We are proud of the quality construction of
every chair we build. This owner’s manual explains the operation of your new chair. Please
read it carefully as it contains important safety, care and maintenance information.
Magic Mobility’s Power Wheelchair series may be custom made to measure and may vary in
detail from chair to chair however they should all comply to the enclosed basic specifications.
As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Magic Mobility endeavours to supply a wide variety of
features and options to meet the needs of the user. However, final selection and
specifications of the type of wheelchair to be used by any individual rests solely with the user
and his/her healthcare professional capable of making such a selection.
All of the information and specifications in this document are current at the time of printing.
However due to our policy of continual product improvements we reserve the right to make
changes at any time without notice. This may lead to slight variations between the
illustrations and explanations in this manual and the model you have purchased.
1.1 Intended Use
The intended use of Magic Mobility Power Wheelchair’s is to provide mobility to persons with
a maximum weight of 401 lbs. limited to a sitting position, that have the capability of
operating a powered wheelchair.
If you experience any problems with your power chair that you are unable to solve, or if you
do not feel capable of safely following any of the instructions and/or recommendations as
contained in this manual, please contact your Magic Mobility dealer. You will find the model
designation and serial number of the wheelchair on the base of the frame.
Magic Mobility is not liable for damage to property or personal injury arising out of unsafe use
of a power chair. Magic Mobility is also not liable for any property damage or personal injury
arising out of the failure of any person and/or user to following the instructions and
recommendations set forth in this manual.
SEATING ARRANGEMENT MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT
No seat elevator fitted 401 lbs
Seat elevator fitted 341 lbs
2 Safety and Damage Warnings
Throughout this manual, you will find the following safety and damage warnings.
WARNING! This is a warning which, if ignored, may cause injury to yourself
and other people
STOP! This is an instruction that, if not followed, may result in damage to
your Power chair. It means ‘do not do this’ or ‘do not let this happen’.

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Contents
1Power Wheelchair Owner’s Manual ................................................................................ 2
1.1 Intended Use ............................................................................................................ 2
2Safety and Damage Warnings ........................................................................................ 2
3Safety ............................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Transfers .................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Motor Vehicle Transport ........................................................................................... 5
3.3 Weight Limitations .................................................................................................... 6
3.4 Stairs and Escalators................................................................................................ 6
3.5 Transportation Products .............................................................................................
3.6 Public Streets and Roadways ................................................................................... 6
3.7 Stationary Obstacles: (Steps, Curbs, Etc.)................................................................ 6
3.8 Climbing or Descending an Incline ........................................................................... 7
3.8.1 Maximum Recommended Incline ....................................................................... 7
3.9 Removable Parts...................................................................................................... 8
3.10 Cornering Information............................................................................................ 8
3.11 Electromagnetic Fields (for more information see section 10) ............................... 8
3.12 Positioning Belts.................................................................................................... 8
3.13 Weather Precautions............................................................................................. 9
3.14 Reaching and Bending .......................................................................................... 9
3.15 Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations................................................................. 9
3.16 Alcohol .................................................................................................................. 9
4Specifications.................................................................................................................. 9
4.1 The Frontier.............................................................................................................. 9
4.2 Features and Options ............................................................................................... 9
4.3 Performance Attributes............................................................................................10
5Operating Instructions....................................................................................................11
5.1 Performance adjustments........................................................................................11
5.2 Comfort adjustments ...............................................................................................11
5.3 Freewheel Mode – pushing the power chair ............................................................11
5.4 Tilt in space seat option – if applicable ....................................................................12
5.5 Power elevating seat option – if applicable ..............................................................12
6Joystick controls.............................................................................................................20
6.1 Joystick power.........................................................................................................20
6.2 Rain and Water .......................................................................................................20
6.3 Joystick lead............................................................................................................20
6.4 Controller program...................................................................................................20
6.5 Hand control joystick operation................................................................................21
6.5.1 The Screen .......................................................................................................21
6.5.2 The Status Bar ..................................................................................................21
6.5.3 System Lock .....................................................................................................22
6.5.4 On/Off Button....................................................................................................22
6.5.5 Sleep Mode.......................................................................................................22
6.5.6 Attendant Mode.................................................................................................22
6.5.7 Drive Mode........................................................................................................22
6.5.8 Accessory Mode ...............................................................................................23
6.5.9 On Board Programming ....................................................................................23
6.5.10 Lighting Mode (if applicable) ..........................................................................25
6.5.11 Charging ........................................................................................................25
7Batteries & Charging......................................................................................................26
7.1 Batteries ..................................................................................................................26
7.2 Battery Charging......................................................................................................26
7.3 Charging Procedure ................................................................................................26
To get the maximum range from your batteries: ................................................................27
7.4 Public Transportation...............................................................................................27

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7.5 Battery Disposal and Recycling ...............................................................................27
8Care & Maintenance ......................................................................................................27
8.1 General Guidelines..................................................................................................27
8.2 Batteries ..................................................................................................................28
8.3 Tires and Castors ....................................................................................................28
8.3.1 Tire Inflation ......................................................................................................28
8.3.2 Tire Wear ..........................................................................................................29
8.4 Upholstery ...............................................................................................................29
8.5 Cleaning ..................................................................................................................30
8.6 Storage....................................................................................................................30
8.7 Transportation .........................................................................................................30
8.8 Daily Checks ...........................................................................................................30
8.9 Weekly Checks........................................................................................................30
8.10 Annual Checks .....................................................................................................31
9Servicing........................................................................................................................31
10 Fault finding................................................................................................................32
10.1 Limp Mode ...........................................................................................................32
10.2 Stuck Power Button..............................................................................................32
10.3 Joystick out of neutral at power up .......................................................................32
10.4 Battery Warning Conditions..................................................................................32
10.5 Fault Codes..........................................................................................................32
10.6 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) From Radio Wave Sources...........................33
10.7 Powered Wheelchair Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).....................................34
11 Warranty.....................................................................................................................35
12 Head Office and Operations .......................................................................................35

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3 Safety
Please read and follow all instructions in this owner’s manual before attempting to operate
your power chair for the first time. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand,
or if you require additional assistance for setup, contact your Magic Mobility Dealer before
operating the wheelchair.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the power chair user
will need to practice operating the power chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A
trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in
assisting a power chair user in various daily living activities.
The contents of this manual are based on the expectation that a qualified healthcare
professional has properly fitted the power chair to the user and the prescribing healthcare
professional has trained the user in the operation of the wheelchair, the dangers that can be
encountered and assured themselves that the user is capable of this.
Using your Magic Mobility product safely also depends upon your own good judgement
and/or common sense, as well as that of your provider, caregiver, and/or health professional.
Magic Mobility is not responsible for injuries and/or damage resulting from any person’s
failure to follow the warnings, cautions and instructions in this owner’s manual.
WARNING! If you are going to be stationary in your power chair for an
extended period of time, turn off the power. This will conserve battery power
and remove the chance of unexpected chair movement through inadvertent
joystick contact or from electromagnetic sources
3.1 Transfers
It is recommended that you have a trained attendant present while you learn to transfer
yourself. To reduce the chance of injury, we recommend:
• Be sure the power is turned off (See section 6.5.4)
• Be sure the Power chair is not in freewheel mode (See section 5.3)
• Ensure armrests and footrests are swung away or removed
• Position yourself as far back as possible in the power chair seat to prevent the power
chair from tipping forward.
WARNING! Avoid putting all your weight on either armrests or footrests. This
may cause the power chair to tip and cause injury
STOP! Avoid putting all your weight on either armrests or footrests. This may
damage their supports.
3.2 Motor Vehicle Transport
Wheelchair positioning belts are not designed with the intent of providing proper restraint
during motor vehicle transportation. A WC19 and ISO7176-19 compliant system is available
from Magic Mobility. More information is contained in section 5.6.

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If it is necessary to use a transportation product such as a hoist or lift, Magic Mobility
recommends that the manufacturer’s instructions and specifications are closely reviewed
before using that product
3.3 Weight Limitations
Your power chair is rated for a maximum weight capacity of 401 lbs. Do not carry passengers
or heavy weights on any part of the wheelchair.
SEATING ARRANGEMENT MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT
No seat elevator fitted 401 lbs.
Seat elevator fitted 341 lbs.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may
result in personal injury.
STOP! Exceeding the weight capacity voids your warranty and may result in
damage to your power chair.
3.4 Stairs and Escalators
WARNING! Never use your power chair to negotiate stairs or escalators.
Always use an elevator or lift. You may cause injury to yourself and to others.
STOP! Trying to negotiate stairs or escalators may result in damage to your
power chair.
3.5 Public Streets and Roadways
WARNING! You should not operate your power chair on public streets and
roadways. Be aware that it may be difficult for traffic to see you when you are
seated on your power chair. Obey all local pedestrian traffic rules. Wait until
your path is clear of traffic, and then proceed with extreme caution
3.6 Stationary Obstacles: (Steps, Curbs, Etc.)
Proceed with extreme caution when driving near raised surfaces, unprotected ledges, and/or
drop-offs (curbs, porches, stairs, escalators, elevators, etc). Always approach an obstacle so
both front wheels touch that obstacle together. Never attempt to climb a curb or obstacle at
an angle.
WARNING! Do not attempt to have your power chair climb or descend an
obstacle that is higher than 2 in. unless you have the assistance of an
attendant. Never try to travel backwards down any step, curb, or other
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3.7 Climbing or Descending an Incline
When climbing an incline, try to keep your power chair moving; however do not use
excessive speed. If you must stop, start up again slowly and then accelerate cautiously. Your
mid wheel drive power chair has 4 castor wheels and two drive wheels for enhanced
performance. At times, particularly during high acceleration on inclines, not all of the 4 castor
wheels will contact the ground. This is a normal part of the chairs operation; if at anytime you
feel uncomfortable, reduce your acceleration rate.
When driving down an incline, set your power chair to the slowest speed setting and drive in
the forward direction only. If your power chair starts to move down the incline faster than you
anticipated or desired, allow it to come to a complete stop by releasing the joystick. Once the
chair has stopped push the joystick forward slightly to ensure a safely controlled descent.
The following advice is recommended for your safety:
• Stop before climbing an obstacle. Approach slowly until castors contact the obstacle.
Apply power and the action of the chair will lift the castors over the obstacle. Weight is
transferred to the drive wheels providing traction and motor strength to power the chair
over the obstacle.
• Do not drive at an angle up or down the face of the incline. Drive your power chair
straight up or down the incline. This greatly reduces the possibility of tipping the chair
over
• Avoid potentially hazardous inclines e.g. areas covered with snow, ice, mud, cut grass, or
wet leaves.
• When on any sort of an incline or decline, never place the power chair in freewheel mode
while seated on it or standing next to it.
• Never attempt to travel backwards down an incline.
WARNING! Always exercise extreme caution on inclines and follow the
advice above to reduce the risk of personal injury
3.7.1 Maximum Recommended Incline
Most public access ramps have a maximum gradient 1 in 14 (AS1428.1). Therefore, Magic
Mobility recommends that the maximum slope of an incline you attempt to safely ascend or
descend on your power chair does not exceed a 1 in 14 gradient.
WARNING! Any attempt to climb or descend a slope steeper than 1 in 14
gradient may put your power chair in an unstable position and cause it to tip,
resulting in personal injury.
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3.8 Removable Parts
WARNING! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its
removable parts. This may result in personal injury.
STOP! Do not attempt to lift or move a power chair by any of its removable
parts. This may cause damage to the chair.
3.9 Cornering Information
Despite front and rear castor wheels, excessively high cornering speeds can still create the
possibility of tipping. If you feel that you may tip over in a corner, immediately reduce your
speed and steering angle (i.e. lessen the sharpness of the turn)
The following advice is recommended for your safety:
• Reduce cornering speed
• Reduce steering angle
• Beware of uneven, rough and slippery terrain
• Avoid turning on inclined surfaces
• Be aware of changing surfaces - such as passing from a paved area to a gravel area at
high speed while turning
• Avoid abrupt directional changes.
WARNING! When cornering, lower your speed and follow the advice above to
reduce the risk of personal injury
3.10 Electromagnetic Fields (for more information see section 10)
Your power chair’s performance may be influenced by electromagnetic fields caused by
mobile telephones or other radiating devices, such as hand-held radios, radio and television
stations, wireless computer links, microwave sources, and pagers.
Your power chair may also be a source of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.
Be aware that your power chair may affect the performance of alarm systems and other
radiating devices.
WARNING! Turn off your power chair when using products, which emit
electromagnetic fields. This will eliminate the possibility of unintended
movement caused by electromagnetic sources. Failure to take this precaution
may result in personal injury
3.11 Positioning Belts
Do not use the positioning belt on your power chair as a restraint for transportation in a motor
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It is the obligation of the purchasers, therapists and other healthcare professionals to
determine if a positioning belt is required to ensure the safe operation of this equipment by
the user.
WARNING! Ensure your positioning belt is fastened securely. Serious
personal injury may result if you fall from the power chair.
3.12 Weather Precautions
WARNING! Do not operate your power chair in icy or slippery conditions or
on salted surfaces (i.e.; footpaths and roads). Such use may adversely affect
the performance and safety of your power chair, resulting in an accident and
personal injury.
3.13 Reaching and Bending
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects, if you have to pick them
up from the floor we suggest you use a specially designed “Pick Up Stick”.
Movements such as these may cause your power chair to tip, possibly
resulting in personal injury.
3.14 Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or if you
have certain physical limitations.
WARNING! Some medications and limitations may impair your ability to
operate your power chair in a safe manner, possibly resulting in personal
injury to yourself and others.
3.15 Alcohol
WARNING! Do not operate your power chair while you are under the
influence of alcohol, as this may impair your ability to operate your power
chair in a safe manner, resulting in personal injury to yourself and others.
4 Specifications
4.1 The Frontier
A Frontier power chair is depicted below. This figure will help you identify some of the
features referred to throughout this manual.
4.2 Features and Options
Every individual has different requirements and at Magic Mobility we pride ourselves on
being able to meet the needs of most people. Many aspects of the power chair are
customizable including, but not limited to controllers, seats, seat back recline mechanisms,
armrests, headrests and leg rests. Please contact your Magic Mobility Dealer to discuss any
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4.3 Performance Attributes
Information regarding the performance attributes and controlled testing results of the power
chair may be obtained from the power chair manufacturer. If you would like access to this
information, please contact your Magic Mobility Dealer.
All results meet at least the minimum performance requirements of AS3695
Test Method Test Title
AS 3691.1 Determination of static stability
ISO7176-1:1999 Determination of static stability
AS 3696.2 Determination of dynamic stability
ISO7176-2:2001 Determination of dynamic stability
Backrest
Armrest
Joystick
Seat
Footrest
Rear
Castors
Drive
Wheels
Power
Base
Front
Castors
Seat
Elevator Seat Tilt

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AS 3696.3 Determination of the efficiency of the brakes
ISO7176-3:2003 Determination of the efficiency of the brakes
AS 3696.4 Determination of energy consumption
AS 3696.6 Determination of maximum speed, acceleration and deceleration
ISO7176-6:2001 Determination of maximum speed, acceleration and deceleration
ISO7176-7 Seating and Wheel Dimensions
AS 3696.8 (Int.) Static, impact and fatigue tests
AS 3696.9:1990 Climatic Tests
ISO7176-9:2001 Climatic Tests
AS 3696.10 Determination or obstacle climbing ability
AS 3696.14 (Int) Power and control system
5 Operating Instructions
The speed and direction of the power chair is controlled with by the joystick
• Turn on your power chair (see figure 3 in section 6.5.4)
• Use the joystick to control the speed and direction of travel
At times, particularly during high acceleration on inclines, not all of the 4 castor wheels will
contact the ground. This is a normal part of the chairs operation; if at anytime you feel
uncomfortable, reduce your acceleration rate or speed.
5.1 Performance adjustments
Performance adjustments to your power chair should only be made by professionals of the
healthcare field, or by persons fully conversant with both this process and the driver’s
capabilities.
WARNING! Changing the performance settings could adversely affect your
power chair. You may cause injury to yourself and to others.
STOP! Incorrect settings could cause damage to the chair and to surrounding
property.
5.2 Comfort adjustments
If your power chair was configured at your Magic Mobility Dealer, please consult your health
care professional before changing the seat position or making any other adjustment. Some
adjustments may degrade your power chair’s performance and safety by changing its center
of gravity.
5.3 Freewheel Mode – pushing the power chair
Located on each side of the chair, in front of each drive wheel is a motor release lever (see
figure 2). To disengage the built-in or “running” brakes simply push the down levers on each
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Figure 2 Motors engaged Motors disengaged
The wheelchair controls will not function and the “status” light on the joystick will flash when
the chair is in free-wheel mode. This feature has been intentionally incorporated to protect
the user from unsafe situations. These levers are intended for use by the attendant.
Don’t forget to push the levers back in again firmly after manually positioning the chair
WARNING! Do not use your chair in freewheel mode or attempt to place your
chair into freewheel mode without an attendant present. You may cause
injury to yourself and to others. Do not place your power chair in freewheel
mode while on an incline. The chair could roll uncontrollably on its own,
leading to injury to yourself and others.
WARNING! When the power wheelchair is in freewheel mode, the braking
system is disengaged.
5.4 Tilt in space seat option – if applicable
To operate the Tilt In Space Seat:
• Bring your power chair to a complete stop on a flat level surface.
• Always fasten the positioning belt when operating the Tilt In Space seat.
• Push the ‘Accessory Mode Selection’ button on the DX2 joystick. Select Tilt In Space by
moving the joystick left or right. Once the Tilt In Space option is highlighted, moving the
joystick forward or backwards will operate the function.
• Once the seat reaches its highest tilt angle, the tilt action stops; release the joystick at
this point.
• Before driving, return the seat to its upright position. When returning to the upright
position, always be sure that the mechanism has reached its lowest limit or normal
seated position.
WARNING! Never tilt the seat from its upright position on an inclined surface
or on bumpy or uneven surfaces. Never raise the Tilt In Space seat while
your power chair is in freewheel mode. Failure to heed this warning can result
in the power chair tipping over and causing personal injury.
STOP! Do not put your fingers, toes or anything into the tilt mechanism while
it is operating. Serious personal injury will occur.
5.5 Power elevating seat option – if applicable
The power elevating seat will allow more freedom and independence, by extending your level
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When the seat is fully elevated, the user is closer to eye level of standing persons enabling
more enjoyable interactions.
Seat elevators are sometimes referred to as scissor lifts; this for good reason. Under no
circumstances should you put your hands, fingers, toes or any part of your body in the seat
elevator mechanism while it is operating. Be careful that nobody else has any part of their
body in the seat elevator mechanism while it is working.
To operate the power elevating seat:
• Bring your power chair to a complete stop on a flat level surface.
• Always fasten the positioning belt when operating the power elevating seat.
• Push the ‘Accessory Mode Selection’ button on the DX2. Select power elevating seat by
moving the joystick left or right. Once the power elevating seat option is highlighted,
moving the joystick forward or backwards will operate the function.
• Once the seat reaches its highest elevation, the action stops; release the joystick at this
point.
• Before driving, always be sure that the mechanism has returned the seat to its lowest
position.
The power seat elevator is fitted with a system that reduces the speed of the power
wheelchair when the seat has been elevated a small amount.
WARNING! Fasten the positioning belt when using the seat elevator
WARNING! Never elevate the seat from its lowest position on an inclined
surface
WARNING! Never raise the seat when crossing bumpy or uneven surfaces
WARNING! Do not put the power wheelchair into freewheel mode with the
seat elevated
WARNING! Maintain recommended tire pressures for good stability
STOP! Do not put your fingers, toes or anything into the scissor mechanism
while it is operating. Serious personal injury will occur.
5.6 ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol 1 – Section 19 and ISO7176-19
restraint system; if applicable.
This wheelchair conforms with the requirements of ANRI/RESNA WC/19 and
ISO7176-19. Magic Mobility recommends that wheelchair users are NOT transported
in vehicles of any kind while in wheelchairs. The Department of Transportation has
not approved any tie-down system for transportation of a user while in a wheelchair
in a moving vehicle of any type. It is Magic Mobility’s position that users of
wheelchairs should be transferred into appropriate seating in vehicles for
transportation and use be made of the restraints made available by the auto industry.
NOTE:
ANSI = American National Standards Institute
RESNA = Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
ISO = International Organization for Standardization
Only wheelchairs which fit in the following seat size ranges should be occupied in a
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Figure 3 Frontier wheelchair with seat removed showing locations of front and rear tie
downs used in the frontal impact test
The Magic Mobility Frontier wheelchair is to be used only with wheelchair tie downs
and occupant restraint systems that have been installed in accordance with the
restraint manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249. Attach the wheelchair tie downs
and occupant restraint system to the tie down brackets in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
The tie down fittings have a rectangular aperture 25mm x 50mm. Any hook or loop of
the restraint end fitting must fit through this hole.
The wheelchair has been dynamically tested with a wheelchair anchored pelvic belt
as per the requirements in Annex A of WC19 and ISO7176-19. The belt anchor
points are shown in figure 3. The seatbelt is anchored over a 14mm spigot by an
M8x20 Grade 12.9 button head socket screw. Do not replace the pelvic belt with a
different style of pelvic belt; the belt supplied is designed to accommodate use on
either side of the vehicle. The belt is equipped with standard interconnect hardware
to enable attachment of suitably equipped vehicle anchored shoulder belts. See
Figure 4. The free end of the vehicle anchored shoulder belt is installed over the
shoulder belt connection pin.
Rear Tie Down
Rear Tie Down
Front Tie Down
Front Tie Down

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Figure 4 The wheelchair anchored pelvic belt
The wheelchair is not provided with a wheelchair anchored belt restraint as standard.
It must be requested at the time of ordering the wheelchair or it can be retrofitted
later on by a Magic Mobility Representative. The Magic Mobility supplied wheelchair
anchored restraint system conforms with WC19 and ISO7176-19 including section
4.9.2 through 4.9.5 and 5.2, and it has been used in the dynamic test of Annex A for
compliance with 5.3.
The pelvic belt should be worn low across the pelvis so that the angle of the pelvic
belt is within the preferred zone of 45° to 75° to the horizontal. Belt restraints should
not be held away from the body by the wheelchair components or parts, such as the
wheelchair armrests or wheels, see figures 5 and 6. Upper torso belts should fit over
the shoulders.
Figure 5 Correct positioning of belt
Shoulder belt connection pin
Shoulder belt connection pin

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Figure 5 Incorrect positioning of belt
Pelvic restraints should make full contact across the front of the body near the
junction of the thigh and pelvis. Adjust the belt restraints to be as snug as possible
while bearing in mind the comfort of the occupant. Don’t allow the belt webbing to
twist and reduce the area of contact of the belt with the occupant. Figure 6 gives an
overall view of an occupant restrained in a vehicle using wheelchair anchored tie
downs and vehicle anchored tie downs if used.
Figure 6 overall view of occupant restrained in vehicle
This wheelchair has an overall rating of 17 with regard to accomodating the use and fit of
vehicle ancored belts. This rating is scored as follows:
Rating Description
A Excellent
B Good
C Fair
D Poor
The test for lateral stability displacement for point P is shown in figure 7. The average result
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Figure 7 Rear view of wheelchair and test dummy secured on test platform and tilted to 45°
WARNINGS
The wheelchair must only be used for forward-facing seating during travel in a
motor vehicle
The wheelchair should be used as indicated in the manufacturer’s instructions
The wheelchair has been dynamically tested in a forward facing mode with the
ATD (test dummy) restrained by both pelvic and shoulder belts. Both of these
belts should be used in order to reduce the possibility of head and chest
impacts with other vehicle components
The wheelchair must only be used for forward-facing seating during travel in a
motor vehicle
Magic Mobility wheelchairs do not provide a location for anchoring of a pelvic
belt unless requested. The anchorage forms part of the tie down rings which
are available separately. Postural supports and belts may be used in addition
to the vehicle belt restraints; postural belts are NOT a substitute for vehicle
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A side view pelvic-belt angle of 45° to 75° to the horizontal is preferred to
lower pelvic belt angles.
NOTE 1: Steeper side-view pelvic-belts
angles are especially important if the
pelvic-belt is intended to be used for
postural support in addition to the
occupant restraint in a frontal crash.
Steeper angles will reduce the tendency for
a vertical gap to develop between the user
and the belt due to compliance of seat
cushions and belt movement, thereby
reducing the tendency for the user to slip
under the belt and for the belt to ride up on
the soft abdomen during normal use.
NOTE 2: Steeper belt angles also reduce the tendency for the upper torso belt
to pull the pelvic belt onto the abdomen during frontal impact loading
If the wheelchair is not equipped with a belt restraint that complies with WC19
and ISO7176-19 or if the wheelchair user chooses not to use such a device
then a vehicle anchored belt restraint system should be used in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions
Auxiliary wheelchair equipment should be effectively secured to the
wheelchair, or removed from the wheelchair and secured in the vehicle during
transit, whenever possible, so that it does not break free and cause injury to
vehicle occupants in a crash
Wheelchair mounted trays not designed for crash safety should be removed
and stored separately in the vehicle or be secured to the wheelchair but
positioned away from the occupant with energy absorbing padding placed
between the occupant and the tray
In the case that there are any questions regarding using the wheelchair for
seating in a motor vehicle, please contact your Magic Mobility Dealer.
Alterations should not be made to the wheelchair structural and frame parts
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The recommended clear zones for wheelchair seated occupants restrained by
both pelvic and shoulder restraints and only a pelvic belt are shown below
Frontal clear zones (FCZ) need
to be larger when the shoulder
belt is not used
The rear clear zone of 400mm is
measured from the rearmost
point on an occupants head.
The frontal clear zone is
measured from the front-most
point on the occupant’s head.
HHT is the estimated seat height
from the wheelchair ground plane
to the top of the wheelchair seated
occupants head. HHTs range from
around 1040mm for a small adult
female to 1550mm for a tall adult
male
The FCZ = 660mm with pelvic and
shoulder belts and 940mm with
only a pelvic belt
The frontal clear zone may not be
achievable for wheelchair seated
drivers.
It is recommended that spill proof batteries such as “gel-cell” are installed on
wheelchairs when used in a motor vehicle.
Backrests of wheelchairs with adjustable recline angles should not be tilted to
more than 30°to the vertical when occupied during transit in a motor vehicle
unless absolutely necessary
In the case that the total wheelchair mass is greater than 125Kgs (275 lbs)
then transportation in vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of greater than
4000Kgs is desirable when the option exists

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6 Joystick controls
A detailed manual for the DX2 joystick is available from Dynamic Control’s
.
The joystick controls may be customized and may be one of a number of different models
depending upon users requirements. This manual contains information on the standard
joystick control.
6.1 Joystick power
If the power chair begins to move in an unexpected manner, immediately release the joystick
and turn the wheelchair off. Unless the joystick is damaged, this should stop your power
chair.
If the joystick is not in the neutral (center) position when you turn on the power, you may
cause a fault in the system. Releasing the joystick and turning the power off and on again will
reset the system.
WARNING! Always turn the power off when you are stationary to prevent
unexpected movement.
6.2 Rain and Water
The joystick hand control unit IS NOT WATERPROOF. The joystick module is splash proof
but may be permanently damaged if water transgresses the rubber seals (this damage is not
covered under warranty).
We recommend carrying a plastic bag large enough to cover the joystick module and the
user’s hand, in case of rain.
6.3 Joystick lead
If for any reason, the joystick lead is disconnected take care when reconnecting, do not force
the plug into the socket. The lead is polarized and should only be fitted one way.
STOP! Forcing the plug into the socket the wrong way can permanently
damage the electronics system. Also, do not place the lead so that it can be
pinched in the seat frame or the power base frame.
6.4 Controller program
The controller program affects speed, acceleration, deceleration, and braking. The drive
mode settings are preset at the factory. If your Magic Mobility Dealer changes these settings,
please make note of these changes.
WARNING! Do not attempt to reprogram your chair. Only the power chair
manufacturer, an authorized representative of the manufacturer, or a trained
service technician should program the controller.