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Empulse
R20
General Manual
3.4 Area of application: The device use environment (Fig. 3.2)
This device has been designed to accommodate both indoor and outdoor use.
When operating the device outdoors, drive only on paved roads, pavements,
footpaths, and bicycle paths. Do not operate on loose, rocky, grass, rough, or wet
surfaces. This could cause a loss of traction or stability resulting in damage to the
device, loss of control, and put the wheelchair user at risk of a fall or tip-over. The
speed must be adapted to suit the environment.
WARNING!
1.
Do not operate device on slippery roads resulting from rain, ice, or snow!
2.
Be extra careful when driving at higher speeds.
3.
Select a lower maximum speed indoors, on the pavement, and in
pedestrian areas.
4.
Do not drive off high obstacles.
CAUTION!
1.
Prevent the device from coming into contact with sea water: sea water is
caustic and may damage the device.
2.
Prevent the device from coming into contact with sand: sand can
permeate into the moving parts of the device, causing extensive wear on
these parts.
3.
Do not use the device if temperatures are below: -4˚F (-20˚C) or above
140˚F (60˚C).
4.
Do not push and/or tow any objects with the device.
5.
Do not drive through puddles of water.
6.
Ensure the battery cover is secure.
7.
Never take the device into a shower, tub, pool, or sauna.
8.
Dry the device as soon as possible if it gets wet, or if water is used to clean
the device.
9.
Do not wash the device >212°F (100°C).
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3.0 INTENDED USE OF THE DEVICE
Do not use the device if it has been involved in a motor vehicle accident. A sudden
stop and/or collision may structurally damage the device. There may have been
a change to the structure of the device and/or damaged or broken some of the
components.
Inspect for: visual cracks, dents, metal distortion, or bends. If the device has been
involved in an accident, discontinue use immediately and contact a Sunrise Medical
authorized dealer for a thorough inspection. Work with the dealer to determine
if the device is still safe to use if it has been involved in a collision. If damage is
questionable or if there is concern regarding the condition of the device Sunrise
Medical recommends replacement of the device.
NOTE — The warranty is void on any device that is involved in a
collision.
Continuous or prolonged UV exposure can damage the device. Avoid
exposing the device to continuous or prolonged UV light as it can cause
component materials to weaken and become brittle, and cause labels to
become illegible and/or discolored.
Avoid overheating of device motor and battery by only operating and/or
storing device within acceptable temperature ranges:
1.
Operating temperature range: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
2.
Storage temperature range:
Failure to heed these warnings will result in a high risk of damaging the device and
injuring the attendant, the wheelchair user, or others.
Fig. 3.2
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WARNING!
CAUTION!
WARNING!
-4°F to 95°F (-20°C to 35°C)
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