Switching On And Off - Otto Bock A200 Instructions For Use Manual

Terrain:
• The speed must be reduced in dangerous areas (e.g. select speed level 1).
• Typical dangerous areas include:
– Narrow paths along waterways/slopes/cliffs (e.g., quay walls, dikes, etc.)
– Cramped rooms or areas
– Steep downgrades (e.g., in the mountains, facing streets)
– Unsurfaced areas (e.g., on construction sites, intersections, train crossings)
– Snow-covered or icy areas
• The product may not be used in salt water.
Using the control unit:
• The control system always has to be mounted securely and the joystick position must be correct.
• The hand or limb used to operate the joystick should be supported, for example on the side panel arm pad.
• The joystick must not be used as the sole support for the hand or limb, because wheelchair movements and
bumps could cause a loss of control.
• If the power wheelchair does not drive at full speed even when the battery is fully charged, the selected speed
level should be checked. Contact the qualified personnel if increasing the speed level does not solve the prob­
lem.
Further instructions for use
• Attaching loads (e.g. backpacks) can adversely affect stability. We recommend always attaching a backpack to
the push handles with the shoulder straps. The load should not exceed 5 kg.
CAUTION: If push handles are not installed on the product, suspending additional loads on the wheel­
chair is not permitted.
The recommended overall width for power wheelchairs in this category in an operational state is 700 mm
•
(27.5"). The products in the series generally meet this requirement. This ensures the unhindered use of escape
routes, for example.
• The products in this series generally meet the minimum technical requirements for wheelchairs transportable
by train (see Page 58).

8.7.3 Switching on and off

WARNING
Lack of brake functionality
Falling, tipping over, collision with persons or nearby objects due to lack of inspection
► Ensure that the brake release lever is in the driving position every time before you drive (see Page 30).
► Check the control unit display to ensure that the brakes are operational and functional (see Page 53).
WARNING
Defective safety functions
Falling, tipping over, collision with persons or nearby objects due to lack of inspection
► Before every use, ensure that the product and its safety functions are in safe and proper condition.
► Only use the product if all safety functions, e.g. the automatic brakes, are functional.
WARNING
Unexpected emergency stop
Falling, the user may fall out due to sudden emergency braking
► In the event of communication problems in the control device bus system or a power supply defect, the sys­
tem triggers an emergency stop and thus avoids uncontrolled functions.
► Note that this emergency stop in road traffic could lead to situations that are hazardous for you. Ensure that
the control device is maintained regularly (see Page 50).
► Note that after every emergency stop, you have to turn the power wheelchair control device on again.
► If the driving function is still not available after turning the control device on again, pushing mode can be activ­
ated by releasing the brake (see Page 30).
► Consult the qualified personnel promptly if the driving function is not available after restarting.
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