Guide to Powerchair Joystick Lock/Unlock

Welcome to The Mobility Shop's comprehensive guide on Powerchair Joystick Locking and Unlocking mechanisms. Navigating the world of powerchairs can be complex, especially when it comes to ensuring the safety and security of your mobility aid. This page is dedicated to providing you with detailed, easy-to-follow instructions on how to lock and unlock joysticks for various makes and models of powerchairs.

Understanding how to properly secure your powerchair's joystick is crucial to prevent unauthorised use and potential mishaps. Each powerchair brand and model may have a unique method for activating and deactivating the lock feature on their joysticks. Our guide offers step-by-step processes, tailored to a wide range of powerchair models, ensuring that you have the knowledge to manage your mobility device confidently and safely.

Whether you're a new powerchair user, a caregiver, or an experienced user looking to refresh your knowledge, this guide is an invaluable resource. From basic locking techniques to more advanced security features, we cover it all. Remember, safety is paramount, and understanding your powerchair's locking mechanism is a key part of ensuring a secure and worry-free experience.

For specific instructions on locking and unlocking the joystick of your powerchair model, please browse the list below. Each section is designed to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information.

 

VSI Controller

To Lock:

Hold the On/Off Key until it bleeps, then release. Push the joystick forward until it bleeps, then pull the joystick back until it beeps. There will be a long beep indicating that the unit is locked.

To Unlock:

Push the joystick forward until you hear a beep, then pull the joystick backwards until you hear a beep. The joystick must then be returned to the central position for the controller to unlock.

The unit is now unlocked.

 

VR2 CONTROLLER / RNET LED CONTROLLER

To Lock:

While powered on, hold the On / Off key until it bleeps, then release. Push the Joystick forward until you hear a beep, then pull the Joystick back until a beep. The Unit is now locked.

To Unlock:

Push the joystick forward until it beeps, then pull the joystick back until it beeps. The joystick must then be returned to the central position for the controller to unlock. There will be a long beep indicating that the unit is unlocked.

 

DX2 REM A CONTROLLER / DYNAMIC SHARK CONTROLLER / DX2 REM B CONTROLLER

To lock:

While the power is on, press and hold the ON / OFF key for 4 seconds. The display will turn off immediately. After 4 seconds, all LEDs will flash briefly and the horn will sound short beep.

To unlock:

Press the horn key twice during the 10 seconds (approximately) that the indicator LEDs are scrolling. The controller is now unlocked.

 

G90 CONTROLLER / ACS REM 24 CONTROLLER

To Lock:

Swipe the magnet across the key symbol on the controller. The system will beep and automatically power itself down.

To Unlock:

Press the ON / OFF button to power up the system. The flashing red key symbol shows that the system is locked. Swipe a magnet across the key symbol (you will often find a magnet on your fridge). This should unlock the controller.

 

LiNX CONTROLLER

To Lock:

The lock function is activated by holding the ON / OFF button for over 4 seconds. The left, centre and right LED battery indicator will flash to show that the controller is in lock mode and the joystick will not operate.

To Unlock:

Turn on the remote and press the horn button twice within 10 seconds. The unit will be unlocked.

 

Quantum NE and NE+

This controller can have a feature enabled that allows you to “lock out” unauthorised users.

To lock the controller:

1. Press and hold both profile keys until the system shuts off.

2. The system is now locked.

NOTE: When the system is turned on and the system is locked, the battery condition meter and a key will be on the screen.

To unlock the controller:

1. Press the on/off key to turn on the controller. The battery condition meter and a key will be displayed on the screen.

2. Move the joystick to the full forward position until the controller beeps.

3. Move the joystick to the full reverse position until the controller beeps.

4. Release the joystick. The controller is now unlocked.

 

R-Net Controller

The R-net has a feature that enables you to lock your power chair to prevent unauthorised use.

To lock the R-net

1. With the R-net powered on, press and hold the on/off button. After one (1) second, the R-net should beep.
2. Release the on/off button.
3. Push the joystick to the full forward position until the R-net beeps.
4. Pull the joystick to the full rearward position until the R-net beeps.
5. Release the joystick. There should be a long beep.
6. The R-net is now locked.

To unlock the R-net:

1. Press the on/off button and power on the R-net.
2. Push the joystick to the full forward position until the R-net beeps.
3. Pull the joystick to the full rearward position until the R-net beeps. 4
. Release the joystick. There should be a long beep.
5. The R-net is now unlocked.