Driving Up And Down Gradients; Parking And Stationary - Invacare electra User Manual

4.3

Driving up and down gradients

The Invacare® Electra can safely handle gradients of up to 8.5° (15%).
WARNING: Danger of tipping over!
Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3rds of the top speed!
Always return the backrest of your seat to an upright position before ascending slopes! We
recommend that you lean the backrest slightly to the rear before descending slopes!
Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger
of skidding (such as wet pavement, ice etc)!
Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient!
Always drive in a straight direction along the road or path you are travelling on, rather than
attempting to zigzag!
Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope!
4.4

Parking and stationary

When parking your vehicle or if your vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period:
Switch the vehicle's power system off (key switch).
Activate the parking brake (if available).
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