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Repair or Service Information
WARNING
Except for programming, DO NOT service or adjust the wheelchair while occupied, unless otherwise noted.
Before adjusting, repairing or servicing the wheelchair, ALWAYS turn the wheelchair power Off, otherwise, injury or damage
may occur.
Wheelchairs should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical
components damaged by corrosion should be replaced immediately.
Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require replacement of
electrical components more frequently.
DO NOT overtighten hardware attaching to the frame. This could cause damage to the frame tubing.
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Safety/Handling
WARNING
Refer to wheelchair base owner's manual for additional safety and operation information.
The seat positioning strap is a positioning belt ONLY. It is not designed for use as a safety device withstanding high stress
loads such as auto or aircraft safety straps. If signs of wear appear, strap MUST be replaced IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT leave the power button On when entering or exiting your wheelchair.
DO NOT go UP or DOWN ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9°.
NEVER leave an unoccupied wheelchair unattended on an incline.
Invacare strongly recommends proceeding down ramps or slopes at half speed or slower and to avoid hard braking or
sudden stops.
DO NOT leave elevating legrests in the fully extended position when proceeding down ramps or slopes.
DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water, ice or oil film.
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn over and cause bodily harm
or damage to the wheelchair.
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