General Safety Instructions; Safety Instructions For Use - Otto Bock DISCOVERY TMAX Instructions For Use Manual

Safety

3.2 General Safety Instructions

INFORMATION
All safety instructions in this document apply to the user and/or the attendant.
The attendant must be physically and mentally able to operate the product and understand the instructions for
use.
CAUTION
Lack of familiarisation with instructions for use
Injuries due to user error
► Read the instructions for use before using the product.
► Familiarise yourself with the handling, functions and use of the product before using it. You can compromise
the safety of the user if you do not follow these instructions.

3.3 Safety Instructions for Use

Hazards due to incorrect behaviour of the attendant
WARNING
Neglecting the duty to supervise
Risk of tipping, falling
► Never leave the user unattended, not even when the safety belts are secured and the knee lever wheel lock is
activated.
CAUTION
Unallowable use in sports activities
Risk of tipping, falling
► Do not use the wheelchair for sports activities (e.g. jogging).
Hazards when preparing for use
NOTICE
Failure to observe torque specifications
Components coming loose
► The torque specifications in these instructions for use are the optimum values for tightening specific screw
connections. A torque wrench with Nm setting must be used for connections on this product.
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation
► Keep packaging materials away from children.
CAUTION
Improper assembly of the removable wheels
Risk of the user falling or tipping over
► After each assembly, verify the proper fit of the removable wheels. The quick-release axles must be firmly
locked in the wheel attachment.
Danger when boarding
CAUTION
Unallowable use with more than one user
Risk of falling, tipping over
► The wheelchair is designed for one person. No other persons may be present in the wheelchair.
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