3. What do I need to convert a powerchair currently fitted with a Pilot controller to Pilot+?

The first part that you will need to convert a powerchair from Pilot to Pilot+ is a power module. The power module required will depend on the current rating of the original controller. To determine this value, please contact our Customer Services Department with the 'D' type number of the Pilot. To connect the power module to the batteries, solenoid brakes & motors, you will need our connector kits, D49712 & D49713. These will replace the existing beau plug with 'Intech' connectors. For advice on programming the new power module, please contact Customer Services.

The next step is to choose the user interface. This will usually be one of our standard Pilot+ joystick modules, with or without lights functionality, (D49670 & D49671, respectively). Alternatively, you may wish to fit a speciality user interface such as our chin box, (D49681), attendant control, (D49907), or Omni+ module, (D49850). The Pilot+ power module is supplied with a serial bus lead that connects into the user interface socket. Please specify the length of cable you require, when ordering this module.

If seating actuators or lights are required on the powerchair then you will also need an ALM module. The model number will depend on how many actuators, if any, are to be fitted to the chair. If you would like some more information on the ALM or how to convert a chair from Pilot to Pilot+, please do not hesitate to contact us; we're here to help!