Otto Bock DISCOVERY TMAX Instructions For Use Manual page 11

WARNING
Improper lifting by attendants
Risk of falling, tipping
► Only grasp the product on firmly mounted components (e.g. main frame, push handles).
► Be sure that the clamping levers of the height-adjustable push handles are firmly tightened.
WARNING
Improper use of the anti-tipper by attendants
Falling, tipping over backwards
► Ensure that an installed anti-tipper is activated before crossing obstacles (lowered curbs) and on slopes.
Depending on the seating centre of gravity setting, large or unmanageable holding forces can be required
when the anti-tipper is deactivated.
► The anti-tipper has to engage audibly prior to use. Verify its firm fit.
► Always deactivate the anti-tipper before negotiating high curbs or steps so that it cannot strike the obstacle
since this could damage it.
► If you believe the anti-tipper needs to be adjusted, please contact the qualified personnel that adapted the
product.
Hazards due to incorrect air pressure/defective tyres
CAUTION
Incorrect air pressure
Risk of falling, uncontrolled driving characteristics, tyre rupture
► Maintain sufficient air pressure. Do not exceed the maximum specifications when filling the tyres (see the
chapter "Technical Data").
► Do not use the wheelchair with over/under-inflated or unequally inflated tyres.
► Note that a single tyre with low air pressure can lead to uncontrolled driving characteristics.
► Note that low rear tyre pressure can reduce the braking force of the knee lever wheel lock.
CAUTION
Defective tyres
Risk of accidents/falling due to poor traction, reduced braking force or lack of manoeuvrability
► Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth.
► Ensure that the knee lever wheel lock is properly adjusted (approx. 5 mm gap to the tyres, technical changes
reserved).
Hazard in case of broken skin
CAUTION
Prolonged contact with broken skin
Redness and pressure marks
► Check before using the product that the skin is not broken in areas subject to prolonged pressure (e.g., but­
tocks, back and rear side of the thighs).
► No liability is assumed for injuries caused by the use of the product with broken skin.
Hazards due to fire, heat, and cold
CAUTION
Seat cushions, padding and upholstery catching on fire
Burns
► The seat cushions, padding and upholstery are not highly flammable but can catch fire. Therefore utmost cau­
tion is required near any sources of open flame or sparks.
► Keep away from any sources of fire, especially burning cigarettes.
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