Permobil Koala Owner's Manual page 12

Owner´s manual Koala
Safety rules
WARNING
Driving on sloping surfaces
When driving down a slope, you should always select the lowest speed and
drive carefully. Driving down a slope with a front-wheel drive wheelchair can
shift the user's center of gravity forwards. If the wheelchair moves faster than
you want, you can stop the wheelchair by letting the joystick go and then start
to drive downhill again at a lower speed.
Avoid sudden stops or starts. Stop by letting the joystick go. If the wheelchair
is switched off using the ON/OFF key on the control panel while the wheelchair
is moving, the wheelchair may stop suddenly. Ensure that any recommended
fixing belt is always properly tightened.
When driving up a slope, you must try to maintain a steady speed. If you stop
and start the chair while moving uphill, the wheelchair will be more difficult to
control.
Do not drive up or down slopes that are steeper than specified in this owner´s
manual. There is a risk that the wheelchair cannot be controlled safely.
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Safety rules