Summary Of Safety Instructions - Invacare NXT Generation NEXT User Manual

Summary Of Safety Instructions

Summary of instructions for use for improved safety:
• User weight limit (including accessories): 91Kg (14.4 stone) for all sizes.
• Do not try to reach objects if you have to move forward on the seat.
• Do not try to reach objects on the ground if you have to lean down beyond
the safety limits.
• Do not lean too far back to reach objects behind you: you may tip over.
• Do not move your weight, or your sitting position in the direction in which
you wish to go: you may tip over.
• Always apply both manual brakes before trying to get out of or back into
the wheelchair.
• The manual brakes are not designed for slowing you down.
• Do not try to stop a moving wheelchair using the manual brakes.
• Do not use an escalator for moving a wheelchair from one fl oor to another.
(This may cause serious injury).
• Do not use your wheelchair if the tyres are not infl ated to the correct
pressure shown on the side.
• Do not over-infl ate the tyres. Failure to comply with these instructions
may cause the tyre to burst and cause bodily injury.
• Carry out the regular checks recommended in this guide and by your
INVACARE approved retailer.
• Use your wheelchair with respect for other people.
• Do not use your wheelchair as a transport seat in a vehicle. unless it is
not practical for the user to be transferred (Refer to page 31 - Transport).
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