Otto Bock Dino 3 Instructions For Use Manual page 10

Safety
CAUTION
Improper use of the wheel lock
Falls due to abrupt braking, rolling away of the product, crushing of hands
► Do not use the wheel lock (knee lever wheel lock) as a driving brake.
► Always engage the wheel lock on both sides.
► Engage the wheel lock to prevent the product from moving when it is parked on uneven ground or during
transfers (e.g. into a car).
► Do not reach between the rear wheel/drive wheel and wheel lock.
► Ensure that the wheel lock is properly adjusted (approx. 5 mm gap to the tyres, technical changes reserved).
► Maintain sufficient air pressure in pneumatic tyres.
CAUTION
Lack of driving experience
Tipping over, falling due to errors in handling the product
► Practise on level, open ground first.
► Learn with the support of an assistant how the product reacts to changes in centre of gravity, e.g. downward
or upward slopes, inclines or when overcoming obstacles.
► Always activate the anti-tipper (except when crossing obstacles).
CAUTION
Incorrect centre of gravity
Tipping over, overturning due to incorrect centre of gravity
► When reaching for objects, the user must not lean too far out of the seat.
► Put the seat tilt into the neutral position (0° - 5°) before negotiating slopes and obstacles on slopes or ramps.
► Always provide support to the rear when negotiating slopes and obstacles on slopes or ramps.
► Do not move the product with a negative seat angle setting (seat tilted forward).
► Never park the product on slopes with the user in the seat.
CAUTION
Risky operation
Falling, tipping over backwards due to approaching obstacles incorrectly
► Push slowly when crossing obstacles (e.g. steps, curbs) and negotiating uphill or downhill slopes and
inclines.
► Never cross obstacles at an angle. Always approach obstacles head on (at an angle of 90°).
► Raise the front wheels before crossing obstacles.
► Avoid collisions with obstacles and dropping off curbs/ledges.
► Avoid riding cross-country.
CAUTION
Lack of tipping resistance on public transport
Tipping over, user falls, damage to the product due to incorrect positioning
► When using public transit, always observe the currently applicable legal requirements and the safety notices
of the public transit operator.
► Use the permanently installed seats in the vehicle. If you depend on using your wheelchair as a seat, please
use the designated wheelchair spaces and safety securing equipment provided. Always ensure that you are
held in place securely.
CAUTION
Incorrect handling at level crossings
User may fall or tip over due to driving error
► Only cross railway systems and railway tracks in the designated areas.
► Negotiate level crossings so the caster wheels of the product cannot get caught in the gap between the rail
and the road surface.
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