Using The Sip And Puff Head Array - Invacare LiNX REM400 User's Manual Supplement

6.18.7 Using the Sip and Puff Head Array

WARNING!
Risk of serious injury
Proximity sensors are sensitive to water. If
enough water is present close to sensors, they
may be activated and mobility device may start
moving unintentionally.
– Do not operate Head Array with wet hair.
– Do not operate Head Array in wet weather.
– Do not operate Head Array in any circumstances
where water may come close to sensors.
WARNING!
Risk of serious injury
Sensor pads are made of water resistant vinyl
to get water quickly run off the pads before
activating sensors.
If sensor pads are damaged, water may get in and
mobility device may start driving unintentionally.
If sensor pads are covered by water absorbing
material, mobility device may start driving
unintentionally.
– Do not operate Head Array if sensor pads are
damaged. Change sensor pads immediately.
– Do not cover sensor pads with any material.
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WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper mounting or maintenance of the Sip
and Puff control including the mouthpiece and
breath tube may cause injury or damage.
Water inside the Sip and Puff interface module
may cause damage to the unit.
Excessive saliva residue in the mouthpiece/straw
can reduce performance.
Blockages, a clogged saliva trap or air leaks in the
system may cause Sip and Puff not to function
properly.
– Ensure moving parts of the wheelchair,
including the operation of powered seating, DO
NOT pinch or damage the Sip and Puff tubing.
– Saliva trap MUST be installed to reduce risk
of water or saliva entering the Sip and Puff
interface module.
– Occasionally flush the mouthpiece to remove
saliva residue.
– The mouthpiece/straw MUST be completely dry
before installation.
– If Sip and Puff does not function properly,
inspect system for blockages, clogged saliva trap
or air leaks. As necessary, replace mouthpiece,
breath tube and saliva trap.
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