Wheelchair Motors; Wheelchair Range; Road Use; Adverse Conditions - Quickie QM710 Instructions For Use Manual

4.12 Wheelchair motors

After prolonged use, the motors will produce heat, which
is radiat ed through the motors' outer casing.
WARNING!
Do not touch the motors' outer casing for at least 30
minutes after using the wheelchair, to allow it to cool.
(Fig. 4.2).
• Hot surfaces
• Not only the motors can get hot during the operation of
the chair, but also the upholstery material and armrests
when standing in the sun.
Fig. 4.2

4.13 Wheelchair range

The range of your wheelchair can be affected by
many factors such as user weight, terrain, ambient
temperature, use of powered op tions and battery
condition.
NOTE: The stated range in the sales literature should be
seen as the theoretical maximum (ISO 7176; Part 4) and
may not be attained by every user (also see section 15.1
in this manual).
We recommend that every user initially limit their journey
to half the stated range, until they have confidence in the
actual range their wheelchair can attain.
CAUTION!
If your battery indicator is showing a low charge then
do not attempt a long journey unless you are confident
in reaching your destination and also returning to your
home without the risk of being left stranded.
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4.14 Road use

Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic
on the road.
DANGER!
Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects
to see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road.
If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are
certain that it is safe. Always cross the road as quickly as
possible; there may be other traffic.

4.15 Adverse conditions

Please be aware that when driving your wheelchair in
adverse conditions, e.g. on wet grass, mud, ice, snow or
other slippery surfaces, you may experience a reduction
in the grip and traction of your wheelchair.
DANGER!
• We recommend you take extra precautions in these
conditions, particularly on hills and slopes; your
wheelchair could become unstable or skid causing
possible injury.
• When you are using a Powered Wheelchair take
extra care with loose or long items of clothing.
Moving parts, such as wheels, can be potentially
dangerous or even fatal if clothing becomes
entangled.
NOTE: Extreme variances in temperature may trigger
the self protect mechanism in the control system. If this
occurs the control system will temporarily shut down to
prevent damage to the electronics or the wheelchair.

4.16 Ramps

WARNING!
When using a ramp, please ensure that it is capable
of taking the combined weight of the power chair and
yourself. If a ramp is being used to load a chair into a
vehicle, please ensure the ramp is properly secured to
the vehicle.
Always approach the ramp head-on and exercise
caution.
CAUTION!
Please ensure your ramp is suitable for the product you
are transporting.
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