The Mobility Wizard

30/01/2026

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29/01/2026

Most of the roads today ( sorry about music choice...had to be that one lol ) lot of evidence from recent storms around West wales, fallen trees & still flooded fields & tracks .

29/01/2026

Early start today !

28/01/2026

Using a programmer to fix potentiometer wear errors ,

28/01/2026

Why it’s so important to keep your scooter or power chair dry
If possible, always try to store your mobility scooter or power chair in a dry, damp-free place.
Moisture is one of the biggest enemies of electronics.
Even small amounts of damp can slowly creep into joystick or tiller controls and onto the circuit boards inside. Over time this causes corrosion, poor connections, random cut-outs — and eventually complete failure.
The photos below show exactly what damp can do to a circuit board.
That white/blue residue is corrosion from moisture, and once this starts it spreads along the tracks and contact pads, eating away at the copper.
I replaced this board today on a client’s power chair. Luckily I had a spare in my van, so I was able to fit it straight away and get the client back mobile the same day — but parts aren’t always immediately available, which can mean days or weeks off the road.
👉 If your scooter or chair gets wet, don’t leave it — gently dry off the joystick or tiller controls as soon as you can.
A few simple tips that really help:
✔ Store indoors where possible
✔ Avoid leaving it outside overnight
✔ Dry controls after rain
✔ Don’t cover with plastic while wet (it traps moisture)
✔ Routine servicing can spot early corrosion before it becomes a breakdown
Prevention is always cheaper — and far less stressful — than recovery.
Your mobility matters.
Steve – The Mobility Wizard
Your Mobility – My Priority

28/01/2026

Intermittent problems are often the hardest faults to diagnose — but with time and patience they can always be worked out.
In this case, the scooter was cutting out randomly. After inspection, I discovered it only happened when the tiller was turned to the left.
The cause? Broken wires inside the loom.
This is most commonly found on older, well-used lightweight scooters. Constant movement of the tiller slowly weakens the inner copper strands. Eventually they fracture — but often remain just barely connected. When you turn the tiller, the stress pulls the broken ends apart and the scooter cuts out.
You usually won’t see any visible damage, as the break is often hidden inside the insulation or underneath the scooter below the tiller.
Personally, I don’t consider spot repairs a proper long-term fix in this area. It’s a high-stress point and exposed to water, dirt, and general wear. So instead, I replace the complete loom from the tiller to the control box (although some models do have a connector block at the base of the tiller).
It’s the only way to ensure a safe, reliable repair — and get you back to trouble-free mobility.
Your Mobility — My Priority.

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

🧙‍♂️ How Your Mobility Scooter Motor Works – And Why Motor Brushes Matter
Inside your scooter motor are small carbon blocks called motor brushes. Their job is simple but vital: they carry electrical power into the spinning part of the motor, which is what actually makes your scooter move.
Every time you drive, those brushes are gently rubbing against the motor’s commutator. That means they wear down over time — it’s completely normal.
But here’s the important bit…
On larger scooters, especially if you live in hilly areas (hello South Wales 😄), the motor works much harder: ➡ climbing hills
➡ carrying heavier loads
➡ pulling away from junctions
➡ longer journeys
All of this puts extra strain on the brushes.
When brushes get too short or start burning, you may notice: ⚠️ Loss of power on hills
⚠️ Intermittent cutting out
⚠️ Jerky running
⚠️ Strange smells
⚠️ Scooter stopping completely
Left unchecked, worn brushes can also damage the motor itself — and that turns a small service item into a big repair.
That’s why, during a full service, I always inspect your motor brushes and replace them if needed. It’s a simple check that can save you a lot of money and prevent breakdowns.
Just like tyres and batteries — brushes are a wear item.
A little prevention now keeps you moving later 👍
🧙‍♂️ Your Mobility – My Priority
Steve – The Mobility Wizard

24/01/2026

As part of my work, I carry professional diagnostic and programming equipment, including PP1 and SP1 programmers.
Where a mobility scooter or powerchair is fitted with a compatible PG Drives Technology control unit — and where it is suitable — I can carry out careful adjustments and full diagnostics as part of a routine service.
This isn’t about pushing limits or altering things that shouldn’t be touched.
It’s about making sure your scooter is: ✔ running smoothly
✔ set up correctly
✔ safe, reliable, and comfortable
Not every scooter can be adjusted — and not every one should be — but when the control system allows it, the right equipment makes a real difference.
As always:
Your mobility – my priority.

How to Program Power Wheelchair, by John from Drive Technical Service.

24/01/2026

We didn't have computers when I was at school ,maybe why its taking me so long...

24/01/2026

Now doing one of the scariest and hardest jobs known to man…
👉 sorting my tax return.
Give me a seized wheel nut, a dead controller, or a scooter that’s been left outside since 2009 — no problem.
But ask me to match receipts to bank statements and suddenly I’m questioning all my life choices.
I’ve armed myself with:
A strong brew ☕
A slightly panicked expression
And the hope that HMRC appreciate “best guess, honest effort”
It’s going to be a long weekend…
If you hear muttering, sighing, or the sound of a wizard quietly negotiating with paperwork, that’ll be me.
Still — better than working for someone else… even if tax returns do feel like dark magic 🧙‍♂️📄

24/01/2026

Another of my programmers ( sorry about the audio ..I had a cold 🙂)

This video will show you how to use a CURTIS handheld programmer to monitor a CURTIS programmable controller's real time running status. For more details abo...