Area Of Application - Otto Bock Skippi Plus Instructions For Use Manual

The Skippi Plus is a power wheelchair for children for indoor
and outdoor use according to category B of EN 12184.
The power wheelchair may only be combined with the op-
tions mentioned in these instructions for use. Ottobock as-
sumes no liability for combinations with medical devices
and/or accessories from other manufacturers outside of the
modular system. An option is available to allow an attendant
to control the power wheelchair using an attendant control.
Any other use is considered improper use. The manufactur-
er is not liable for any personal injury or damage to property
resulting from improper use; in such cases, the user or at-
tendant has sole liability.
The power wheelchair may only be used by appropriately
trained persons. The training of users and attendants in the
proper use of the power wheelchair is one of the require-
ments in order to protect persons from danger and to en-
sure that the power wheelchair is operated safely and cor-
rectly.
The operational safety of the power wheelchair can only be
ensured if it is used correctly in accordance with the infor-
mation contained in these instructions for use. The user is ul-
timately responsible for accident-free operation.
Skippi Plus
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Area of application

The Skippi Plus power wheelchair for children is suitable for
persons having the inability to walk or walking impediments
resulting from:
„ Paralysis
„ Loss of limbs (lower limb amputation)
„ Limb defects / deformation
„ Joint contractures / defects
„ Other diseases
The Skippi Plus power wheelchair for children was specifi-
cally designed for users who are able to use it to move about
independently. Equipping it with special controls is possible
(see section 7.3).
The following points should also be considered for custom
fittings:
„ Body size and body weight (max. load capacity 50 kg)
„ Physical and mental condition
„ Age of the patient
„ Living conditions
„ Environment
General information
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