Invacare POWER 9000 Owner's Operator And Maintenance Manual page 6

SAFETY SUMMARY
(continued)
DO NOT attempt to lift the wheelchair by its arm or leg rests if it has removable (detachable) rests.
DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.
DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure that the
footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of the chair.
ALWAYS wear your seat restraint.
TIRE PRESSURE
DO NOT use your power wheelchair unless it has the proper tire pressure (p.s.i.). DO NOT over-inflate the
tires. Failure to follow these suggestions may cause the tire to explode and cause bodily harm.
ELECTRICAL
Grounding Instructions:
DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or
for Action by Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protec-
tion against possible shock hazards. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong
receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National
Electrical Code. If you must use an extension cord, use ONLY a three-wire extension cord having the same
or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. In addition, Action by Invacare has placed RED/
ORANGE WARNING TAGS on some equipment. DO NOT remove these tags. Carefully read battery/battery
charger information prior to installing, servicing or operating your wheelchair.
RAIN TEST
ACTION BY INVACARE has tested it's power wheelchairs in accordance with ISO 7176 Part 9 "Rain Test".
This provides the end user or his/her attendant sufficient time to remove his/her power wheelchair from a
rain storm and retain wheelchair operation.
DO NOT leave your power wheelchair in a rain storm of any kind.
DO NOT use your power wheelchair in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom while taking a shower.
DO NOT leave your power wheelchair in a damp area for any length of time.
Direct exposure to rain or dampness will cause the chair to malfunction electrically and mechanically; may
cause the chair to prematurely rust.
Check to ensure that the battery covers are secured in place, joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where
water can enter and that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
DO NOT use the joystick if the boot is torn or cracked. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace
IMMEDIATELY.
WEIGHT TRAINING
Action by Invacare DOES NOT recommend the use of its wheelchairs as a weight training apparatus. Action
by Invacare wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If
occupant uses said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Action by Invacare shall NOT be liable for
bodily injury and the warranty will be voided immediately.
WEIGHT LIMITATION
Action Power 9000 has a weight limitation of 250 lbs. Action by Invacare recommends that only heavy-duty
constructed wheelchairs should be used for individuals weighing more than 250 lbs. Further, the activity
level of the individual wheelchair user is important. For instance, a 170 lbs. active wheelchair user could
subject the wheelchair to more stress than a 250 lbs. user. Action by Invacare recommends that very active
users consider the use of heavy-duty constructed wheelchairs.
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