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Operating instructions SPEEDY F1
or the footrests. We recommend holding the
product on the frame and back cross bar.
16 Safety instructions regarding
dangerous locations and
dangerous situations
The operator of the product determines
his/herself the area to be driven and the
wheelchair sport techniques to be used taking
the operating instructions, their driving
knowledge and physical abilities into
consideration.
When driving in a circle or turning on hills
or downward slopes, there may be an
increased tendency to tip over to the side due
to the changes in the centre of gravity. Avoid
such driving manoeuvres. If these cannot be
avoided, perform these driving manoeuvres
with increased caution and only at a very slow
speed. If necessary, the driving manoeuvre
must not be performed or only with the help of
an assistant.
Use particular caution when approaching
stairs, edges, drops or other hazard areas.
When driving on ramps and lifting
equipment on vehicles, extreme caution is
needed. Ensure in advance that the ramp is
wide enough so that you do not risk the
product wheels slipping off the ramp. During
the lifting or lowering process of a ramp or a
lift, the product must be held in position using
the handrims. Always keep the product in the
middle of the ramp.
The grip of the tyres on the ground is
reduced in the wet. There is an increased risk
of slipping. Adjust your driving, braking and
steering behaviour accordingly.
17 Safety instructions – after
driving/use
When getting out of the wheelchair, do not
tread on the footrest due to the risk of tipping
over.
Your weight can shift if you dress, undress
or change clothing while you are sitting in the
product. To reduce the risk of falling or tipping,
turn the steering wheel so that it lies against
the direction of travel of the product (i.e. as far
forward as possible).
When getting out of the product, a good
technique when supporting yourself and the
appropriate body posture is required which you
must learn together with your therapist. To
avoid the risk of falling, please observe the
following steps:
1. Move the product as close as possible to
the seat to which you want to climb onto
from the product. The product wheels must
be parallel to the seat. If possible, use a
transfer aid.
2. Turn the steering wheel of the product
against the direction of travel so that this is
as far forward as possible.
3. Now follow the steps prescribed by your
therapist for the transfer.
18 Back system
Avoid falling into the seating and back
padding/back shell as it significantly increases
the risk of an adjustment, falling down or
defects.
18.1 Backrest angle
18.1.1 Adjustment possibilities with
backrests fixed by being bolted
onto side panels/parts
With backrests screwed permanently onto side
panels/parts, there are no possibilities for
flexible backrest adjustment without tools
available.
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