During Use - BATEC MINI 2 User Manual Lines

2.2. DURING USE

• The HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC must only be used to transport one person at
a time.
• The HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC is only recommended for people ith the phys-
ical and mental state necessary to travel in situations ith vehicle tra c.
• Avoid unnecessary risks like excess speed, fast turns and leaning to the side. Also
avoid travelling over objects that may cause you to brake sharply or tip over.
• The safest way to drive the HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC is on level surfaces
ithout obstacles. Use ramps henever possible. Al ays be extremely careful
when crossing the road.
• Use reflectors on your HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC and heelchair or on your
clothes to make you more visible to drivers. In situations ith reduced visibility,
always use lights.
• There is a risk of skidding on wet surfaces, gravel or irregular terrain, reduce
your speed and use extra caution. Don t use the HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC on
mud or ice.
• Make sure your feet are properly positioned on the footrest of the wheelchair
and that the seatbelt is properly adjusted.
• When you use your HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC, control your speed and only
ride as fast as appropriate for the given ground conditions. By maintaining a
prudent speed, you will avoid unnecessary risks. Don't ride the HANDBIKE
BATEC ELECTRIC faster than you would travel in a wheelchair alone.
• The maximum recommended speed on pavements and in pedestrian areas is
6 km/h.
• hen you need to turn, remember to slo
take a turn to quickly, you may lose control of the HANDBIKE BATEC ELECTRIC
and run the risk of tipping over or crashing. Lean your body into the curve for
better stability and to reduce the risk of tipping over.
• hile driving and braking, hold the grips firmly
avoid any accidents caused by steering error.
CAREFUL!
• Going up or do n kerbs isn t recommended, as there is a risk of tipping over.
hen you can t avoid a kerb, e recommend you:
– Get help whenever possible.
– Take the kerb perpendicularly, so that both wheels of your wheelchair go over
the kerb at the same time. Going over a kerb in any other
increases the risk of tipping over.
do n and be extra careful. If you
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