PG Drives R-net fault code 8 LEDs: Possible control system fault

Code8 LEDs CONFIRMED
MeaningPossible control system fault
ControllerR-net powerchair control system (LED joystick module) CONFIRMED
How it showsBattery gauge on the joystick flashes rapidly; count the LEDs that flash (1 to 10). Speed LEDs flashing too = communication fault; actuator LED flashing = actuator trip

Likely causes

A control system trip

Step-by-step checks

  1. Make sure all connections are secure (joystick, power module, bus cables)
  2. Cycle the power

Switch off before unplugging anything. If the code stays after these checks, get a trained technician to look at it.

Models using this controller

Other PG Drives R-net codes

1 LED · 2 LEDs · 3 LEDs · 4 LEDs · 5 LEDs · 6 LEDs · 7 LEDs · 8 LEDs · 9 LEDs · 10 LEDs · 7 LEDs + speed LEDs · Actuator LED flashes · Speed LEDs 2 and 4 flash · Speed indicator ripples outwards

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Summarised from public manuals. Always check the product's own manual before any repair.