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Safety
4.2 Safety instructions for use
Hazards during preparation for use
WARNING
Independent modification of settings
Serious injuries to the user due to unallowable changes to the product
► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified personnel.
► In case of problems with the settings (unsatisfactory seating position, caster wheel wobble, etc.) please con
tact the qualified personnel who adjusted your product.
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation due to neglect of the duty to supervise
► Packaging materials must be kept out of the reach of children.
Risk of hand injuries
CAUTION
Pinching on components
Pinching, crushing due to lack of caution in danger areas
► Do not reach between the drive wheel and wheel lock or drive wheel and side panel when driving the wheel
chair.
► Do not reach into the spokes of the rotating drive wheel.
► Pay attention not to pinch parts of your body at the wheel lock lever or between the side or frame parts.
CAUTION
Heat development when braking with handrims
Burns due to insufficient hand protection
► Wear wheelchair gloves when travelling at high speeds.
Hazards while driving
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.
CAUTION
Leaning forward in the wheelchair
Tipping over, overturning due to incorrect centre of gravity
► Do not lean too far out of the wheelchair when trying to pick up objects.
► Lean well forward with your upper body when climbing gradients, overcoming obstacles on gradients or on
ramps. If users cannot lean their upper body forward, accompanying persons must support the wheelchair
from behind.
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