Transporting By Car; Transporting On Ramps; Accessories; Individual Headrests (L55) - Vermeiren RAPIDO Instruction Manual

TRANSPORTING BY CAR

Inside a vehicle the wheelchair must be secured at the available seatbelts or by specially installed
belts. You yourself must also be secured in the wheelchair by means of a suitable belt system.
It is important that the wheelchair must only be fastened by fixed parts of the framework.
Check that the wheelchair is secured against sliding in any direction.
Dismantled parts of the wheelchair must be stowed in such a manner that they cannot slide
around.
For transportation in special public transport vehicles for handicapped persons you should consult the
organisation involved about the current prescriptions and norms for transporting wheelchairs to ensure
proper transportation.
In the case of other modes of transport (airplanes, buses, ships, trams, trains, etc.) you should enquire
about the possibility of safe transport for you and your wheelchair with regard to the relevant
destinations and standards.
We shall decline liability in the case of damage and/or injury when transported by third parties.
Such transportation occurs at your own risk.
If you have any further questions about transportation, you should contact your dealer. He shall gladly
be of further assistance.
DRIVING ON RAMPS
If you prefer ramps when considering coping with obstacles, kindly note the following:
For your own safety you should only drive on ramps at the lowest speed necessary.
When a helper is pushing you, you should note that backwards rolling forces are increased by the
large weight of the electric wheelchair itself.
If the helper cannot exert sufficient force for pushing the wheelchair uphill, you must immediately
secure the wheelchair by engaging the motor controls.
Take note of the ratings for the maximum loads for the ramps used.
Secure yourself in your wheelchair by means of a safety belt.
We do not accept any liability for damage suffered by you or the wheelchair caused by
improper choice of ramps.

ACCESSORIES

INDIVIDUAL HEADRESTS (L55)

We offer an individually adjustable headrest to fit the standard backrest unit. This consists of a
cushioned headrest that can be set in different positions by means of toothed gears (see Figure).
The height of this headrest can be
adjusted to your requirements by
inserting it into the socket provided.
This socket is bolted to the upper third
of the backrest, but it should now be
fixed by means of screws in the
proper
headrest.
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