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Safety Tips - Karman Healthcare KN-700 User Manual And Safety Tips

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SAFETY TIPS

Footrests
To install the footrest, be sure the diagonally sliced area between the axle and the nut is lined up before it is insert into the
frame. Push the axle into the frame until a desirable length and then tighten the bolt to secure the footrest.
WARNING: Never stand on the footrests, for the chair may tip forward.
Opening and Folding the wheelchair
Do not place your fingers between the seat sling and frame rail when opening or folding the wheelchair.
Street Use
Your wheelchair should not be operated on roads and streets except when using crosswalks. At such times, use only
marked pedestrian crosswalks and proceed with extreme caution.
Transferring
Never stand on the footrest footplates while transferring because the chair may tip over. Always engage the wheel locks
before transferring in or out of your wheelchair.
Wheel Locks
Wheel locks are designed to prevent the rear wheels from turning when the chair is stopped. It is not intended to slow
down the chair when it is moving. Adjust the wheel locks after making any changes to the rear axle sleeves position.
Weight Limit
Maximum user weight should not exceed 250 lbs for KN-700, KN-800, KN-880, LT-1000, LT-2019, LT-700, LT-800,
LT-980, T-2019 and T-2700. Maximum user weight for KN-880W and KN-920W is 300 lbs, for KN-922W is 350 lbs,
for KN-924W is 400 lbs and for KN-926W is 450 lbs.
WARNING: This wheelchair has not been approved as a seat in a motor vehicle. Always transfer to an approved vehicle
seat.
WARNING: Do not tie down or attach anything to the wheels in any way. This could cause tipping and possibly result in
injury or damage to the chair.
WARNING: Do not operate your chair on hilly or rough terrain or in conditions beyond your ability. They could cause
you to lose control of your chair and should be avoided.
WARNING: Engage wheel locks when using this wheelchair in an elevator or wheelchair lift, and when transferring.
WARNING: Before transferring to or from wheelchair, place wheelchair on a stable, level surface and engage wheel
locks.

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