Transfer In And Out The Electric Wheelchair; Correct Position In The Electric Wheelchair; Driving The Electric Wheelchair - Vermeiren Squod Instruction Manual

2.10 Transfer in and out the electric wheelchair

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WARNING:
Power down the wheelchair before getting in or out the wheelchair.
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CAUTION:
In case you cannot perform the transfer in a safe manner, ask
someone to assist you.
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CAUTION:
Risk of injury – Do not use the joystick, footplates, arm supports as
support.
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CAUTION:
Risk of tipping over of the wheelchair – Do not stand on the foot
plates.

2.11 Correct position in the electric wheelchair

Some recommendations for a comfortable use of the electric wheelchair:
1. Position your backside as close as possible to the backrest.
2. Make sure your upper legs are horizontal – If needed adjust the length of the footrests.

2.12 Driving the electric wheelchair

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WARNING:
Risk of burns – Be careful when driving in hot or cold environments
(sunshine, extreme cold, etc.) for a sufficient amount of time and when
touching - Surfaces can assume the environment temperatures.
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WARNING:
Risk of unsafe settings - Use only the driving characteristics
described in this manual.
2.12.1 Preparing the electric wheelchair for use
When you start using your electric wheelchair, make sure that it is standing on level ground.
All wheels must be in contact with the ground.
1. Make sure that the freewheel mode is OFF and the operator unit is switched off.
2. Adjust the wheelchair best suited for yourself.
3. Set the operator unit in the most comfortable position.
4. Sit down on the seat and verify that both armpads have been adjusted so your
forearms are folded down.
5. Put your wheelchair on with the "ON/OFF" button from the operator unit.
Now put the speed control on the operator unit to the minimum position. Your electric
wheelchair is now ready for use.
1. Park the electric wheelchair as close as
possible to the place where you want to
transfer.
2. Check that the operator unit is switched
off. Make sure that the wheelchair is NOT
in freewheel mode.
3. Fold the foot plates upwards to prevent
standing on them.
4. If the transfer is on the side of the
wheelchair, remove the arm support on
that side.
5. Transfer to / from the electric wheelchair.
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