Programmer For Foldable Electric Wheelchairs New Zealand In 21 Different Ways!

Description

Electric Wheelchair Programmer NZ — Adjust Speed & Sensitivity (Air Hawk / Falcon)

If your electric wheelchair feels too fast, too slow, too jerky, or too sensitive, you don’t have to put up with it. The Electric Wheelchair Programmer is a handheld device that plugs into the controller and lets you fine-tune how your chair drives — matching the speed, acceleration, braking and steering response to your own comfort, ability and confidence.

Commonly searched as a wheelchair programmer, power chair controller, electronic joystick programmer or a way to adjust the speed on an electric wheelchair, this programmer is designed for the Gilani Air Hawk and Falcon (D09 / GED09) foldable electric wheelchairs and gives you access to 21 adjustable settings.

Order today with free NZ-wide delivery, or contact us for advice on your chair →

What Does a Wheelchair Programmer Do?

Every person drives differently. A setup that suits one user can feel unsafe or frustrating for another — too twitchy for someone with limited hand control, or too slow for a confident outdoor user. Wheelchair programming lets you tune the chair to the person, rather than leaving it on generic factory settings. With this programmer you can adjust:

• Forward speed — set a comfortable maximum for the user’s ability and environment
• Acceleration and deceleration — smoother, gentler take-off and stopping, or a more responsive feel
• Turning speed and response — steadier cornering for tight indoor spaces
• Reverse speed — slow, controlled reversing
• Braking and sensitivity — reduce jerkiness for users with tremor or limited grip
• Battery type and low-voltage protection — match the settings to lithium batteries

In total there are 21 programmable parameters, so the chair can be dialled in to feel exactly right — gentler and safer for a nervous or less-mobile user, or more responsive for a confident one.

Who It’s For

• Users who want their chair to feel smoother, steadier or better matched to their ability
• Carers and family setting a safe, gentle profile for a loved one
• Occupational therapists fine-tuning a chair to a client’s needs
• Anyone whose needs change over time and wants to re-tune the chair as they go

Compatibility

This programmer is made specifically for the Gilani Air Hawk and Falcon foldable electric wheelchairs (the D09 / GED09 platform). It is not intended for other brands of wheelchair. If you own an Air Hawk or Falcon and aren’t sure which controller you have, contact our team and we’ll confirm before you order.

Important Safety Information

Changing drive settings affects how your wheelchair moves, so adjustments should be made carefully and in small steps, in a safe, open space. Very high acceleration, speed or braking values can make a chair difficult to control — particularly for users with limited trunk control or balance — so always test gently after any change. In New Zealand, mobility devices used on footpaths are subject to a legal speed limit; this programmer is intended to help you set a comfortable, safe and suitable driving profile, not to exceed safe or lawful operating limits. If you’re unsure, ask us or your occupational therapist for guidance.

What You Get

• Handheld Air Hawk / Falcon (D09 / GED09) wheelchair programmer
• Access to 21 adjustable drive settings
• Hire-to-buy option available — ask our team
• Remote phone and email support to help you set it up
• 12-month manufacturer warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an electric wheelchair programmer?

It’s a handheld device that connects to your wheelchair’s controller and lets you adjust how the chair drives — speed, acceleration, braking, turning and sensitivity — so it suits the user rather than staying on generic factory settings.

Can I adjust the speed of my electric wheelchair with it?

Yes. You can set the maximum forward and reverse speed, along with how quickly the chair accelerates and slows down, to create a comfortable, safe driving profile. Always make changes gradually and test in a safe space, and keep within safe and lawful operating limits for footpath use.

Which wheelchair does this programmer work with?

It’s designed for the Gilani Air Hawk and Falcon foldable electric wheelchairs (D09 / GED09). It isn’t intended for other brands — if you’re unsure which controller your chair has, contact us first and we’ll check.

Can it make my wheelchair smoother for someone with tremor or limited grip?

Yes. Softening acceleration, deceleration and turning response can make the chair much gentler and easier to control, which often helps users with tremor, reduced grip strength or limited trunk control.

Is it hard to use?

The programmer is straightforward, and we provide remote phone and email support to walk you through the settings. A hire-to-buy option is also available if you’d like to try it first.

Do you offer a warranty and NZ delivery?

Yes. It ships New Zealand-wide with free delivery and a 12-month manufacturer warranty, with remote support by phone and email.

Designed for the Air Hawk and Falcon

This programmer is made for the Gilani Air Hawk foldable electric wheelchair and the Falcon reclining electric wheelchair (D09 / GED09). If you’re setting up a new chair or fine-tuning an existing one, it’s the easiest way to get the drive feel exactly right.

Order Your Wheelchair Programmer Today

Add it to your cart above for free NZ-wide delivery, or contact our team to check compatibility or ask about the hire-to-buy option. You can also browse our full range of electric wheelchairs in New Zealand and wheelchair accessories.