Safety Information On Using The Seating; System - Invacare TDXSP2X-CG User Manual

WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper mounting or maintenance of the Sip
and Puff control including the mouthpiece and
breath tube may cause injury or damage.
Water inside the Sip and Puff interface module
may cause damage to the unit.
Excessive saliva residue in the
mouthpiece/straw can reduce performance.
Blockages, a clogged saliva trap or air leaks in
the system may cause Sip and Puff not to
function properly.
-Ensure moving parts of the wheelchair,
including the operation of powered
seating, DO NOT pinch or damage the
Sip and Puff tubing.
-Saliva trap MUST be installed to reduce risk of
water or saliva entering the Sip and Puff
interface module.
-Occasionally flush the mouthpiece to remove
saliva residue.
-The mouthpiece/straw MUST be completely
dry before installation.
-If Sip and Puff does not function properly,
inspect system for blockages, clogged saliva
trap or air leaks. As necessary, replace
mouthpiece, breath tube and saliva trap.
Contact your Invacare provider for more
information about maintaining and
troubleshooting the Sip and Puff system.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Exposure to liquids may cause injury,
damage or death.
-DO NOT expose electrical connections to
sources of liquid or dampness. This includes,
but is not limited to, water, body fluids or
cleaning agents.
-DO NOT expose battery charger or other
accessories to sources of liquid or dampness.
-Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent
users and/or are frequently exposed to
water/liquids may require replacement and
inspection of electrical components more
frequently than normal schedule dictates.
-Electrical components damaged by corrosion
MUST be replaced immediately.
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CAUTION!
Risk of Damage
Operating the wheelchair in rain or dampness
may cause the wheelchair to malfunction
electrically and mechanically, may cause the
wheelchair to prematurely rust or may
damage the upholstery.
-DO NOT leave wheelchair in a rain
storm of any kind.
-DO NOT use wheelchair in a shower.
-DO NOT leave wheelchair in a damp area for
any length of time.
-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 if the joystick boot is torn or
cracked. If the joystick boot becomes torn or
cracked, replace IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Use of the power wheelchair outside of
specified operating conditions may cause
unintended or erratic movement. This may
include, but is not limited to impacts and
sudden stops. To avoid injury or damage:
-Only use the power wheelchair in the
operating conditions specified in the
Technical Data chapter of this manual.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS
DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE.
As a manufacturer of wheelchairs, Invacare
endeavors to supply a wide variety of
wheelchairs to meet many needs of the end
user. However, final selection of the type of
wheelchair to be used by an individual rests
solely with the user and his/her healthcare
professional capable of making such a
selection. Invacare recommends working with a
qualified rehab technology provider, such as an
ATP, (Assistive Technology Professional).
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Safety Information on Using the Seating

System

The user manual of the power wheelchair contains all
relevant safety information about the use of the
power wheelchair including the seating system. Be
certain to read and follow these safety information.
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