Otto Bock Voyager Evo Instructions For Use Manual page 10

Safety
WARNING
Wrongly adjusted anti-tipper
Risk of falling, tipping of the user
► If only 1 accompanying person helps in overcoming steps, the accompanying person must first adjust the anti-
tipper so that it cannot collide with the steps during transport.
► The accompanying person must adjust the anti-tipper again correctly after overcoming the steps.
WARNING
Anti-tipper not activated
Risk of falling, tipping to the rear
► Ensure that an installed anti-tipper is activated before travelling over obstacles and on inclines.
► The anti-tipper must engage audibly before use. Proper engagement must be checked by the user or an
accompanying person.
► The use of an anti-tipper is urgently recommended for persons with legs amputated above the knee.
Hazards due to defective tyres
CAUTION
Poor tyres
Risk of accidents/falling due to poor traction, reduced braking effect or poor manoeuvrability
► Pay attention to adequate type pressure. The correct air pressure is printed on the sidewall of the tyre. For the
rear wheels, the minimum air pressure is 7 bar.
► Ensure that both tyres are inflated to the same pressure.
► Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth.
► Pay attention to correct adjustment of the knee lever brake (approx. 5 mm clearance to the tyres, technical
modifications reserved) and adequate inflation pressure.
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 cushion or backrest cover may ignite
User may sustain burns
► The seat cushion and backrest cover are not highly flammable, but there is a possibility they may catch fire.
Therefore utmost caution is required near open flame.
► Keep away from any sources of fire, especially burning cigarettes.
CAUTION
Extreme temperatures
Risk of hypothermia or burns on components, failure of components
► Do not expose the product to any extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight, sauna, extreme cold).
Hazards due to improper use of the wheelchair
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