F5 Corpus
4.4.2
Air transportation
NOTICE
Preparations for air transportation
Airlines have different rules regarding wheelchair transportation. Please
contact your specific airline for more information and to make sure the
wheelchair can be transported safely.
4.4.2.1
Batteries
Gel batteries: in most cases, gel batteries do not have to be removed
from the wheelchair.
The main circuit breaker must always be in the Off position.
Acid batteries: most airlines require that batteries be removed from
the wheelchair and transported in special boxes that the airline may
provide.
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Preparing for use