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HUSK-E usage instructions
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Purpose and indication
The HUSK-E is an electrically-supported,
manual adaptive bike that is coupled to a
human-powered wheelchair with the aim of
increasing the mobility of an active wheelchair
user. The electric drive system supports the
active cranking motion of the arms by the user,
therefore making locomotion easier.
Indications: Walking impediment or limited
ability to walk due to paralysis, loss of limb,
limb defect/deformation, joint contractions/joint
damage, neurological and muscular diseases
Contraindications: Progressive muscle
diseases, the course of which is accelerated
due to fatigue of the arm and core muscles
used (e.g. muscle dystrophies and atrophies)
and accompanying epilepsy disorders (legal
stipulations on freedom from seizures for a
permit for use on public roads apply here).
In addition - for safety reasons - the product
may only be operated by people who
can move and coordinate their hands,
arms, and head (when using the chin to
operate the starting assistance, gear
changing, and back-pedalling brake if hand
function is unavailable) so that they can
operate all controls and conduct full,
unrestricted steering movements during
the trip.
are physically and mentally capable and
have the visual ability to safely operate the
product in all operating situations and can
meet the legal requirements for use on
public roads. For children or people with
mental impairments, the accompanying
persons can provide the required traffic
safety as a substitute and as a companion.
have been trained in its use by the
rehabilitation specialist dealer or
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Proper use
The HUSK-E is designed to be used outdoors
on tarmac and adequately paved roads that
ensure the traction and the stability of the
product when driving and braking. When used
indoors, there must be enough space for
manoeuvring.
The maximum permitted load on the product in
its standard design is a 120 kg towing capacity.
Individual customisations can be made to
accommodate a higher load; this will be
indicated on the ratings plate. Please ensure
that the load limit indicated on the ratings plate
is not exceeded when transporting objects.
Recommended equipment:
The wheelchair should be equipped with a
wheelbase extension. Before driving with the
traction system, the wheelchair wheels should
then be positioned in the wheelbase extension.
This allows better distribution of the weight
between the drive wheel of the product and the
wheelchair wheels to be achieved. This
minimises the risk of the product wheel slipping
on slopes.
Figure 1: Removable wheelbase extension
Recommended equipment:
The wheelchair can be equipped with a anti-roll
back device which can be activated before
driving on slopes. The anti-roll back device can
also be used if a wheelbase extension is used
on the wheelchair.
Figure 2: Anti-roll back device
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