PG Drives VR2 fault code 6 bars: Charger connected (drive inhibited)

Code6 bars CONFIRMED
MeaningCharger connected (drive inhibited)
ControllerVR2 powerchair controller CONFIRMED
How it showsBattery gauge on the VR2 joystick flashes 1 to 10 bars (red, amber, green). Speed LEDs flashing with the gauge (+S) = communication fault; actuator LED flashing with the gauge (+A) = actuator trip
Likely part needed: Charger INFERRED – only if the checks below point to it. Find it ›

Likely causes

The wheelchair is being prevented from driving by an external signal. The exact cause depends on the wheelchair; one possibility is the battery charger connected

Step-by-step checks

  1. Disconnect the battery charger
  2. Otherwise find the external inhibit signal for this chair

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

Parts that usually fix this INFERRED

Matched by ScootScan from the fault description to parts listed for models that use this controller. Do the checks first – many faults are fixed by charging, a loose plug or a reset – and check the part fits your model before ordering.

CHARGER,ASSY,OFFBOARD,100V-240V,5 AMP,BATTERY MAXIMIZER,W/EUROPEAN POWERCORD · part no. ELEASMB6295
Charger listed for the Pride Mobility Jazzy Select (UK)

Some links may be affiliate links; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Models using this controller

Other PG Drives VR2 codes

1 bar · 2 bars · 4 bars · 3 bars · 5 bars · 6 bars · 7 bars · 8 bars · 9 bars · 10 bars · Speed LEDs flash with the gauge (+S) · Actuator LED flashes with the gauge (+A) · Battery gauge steps up · Speed indicator ripples up and down · Speed indicator flashes · Battery gauge ripples at power-on · Gauge blinks every 2.5 seconds

All PG Drives VR2 codes ›

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