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•Never operate your chair on a slope or ramp if there is snow, ice, water
or oil film present.
3. When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry place.
Extra caution should be used when employing the disc switch or the proximi-
ty head array as control devices. These two devices are susceptible to mal-
function when wet.
I. TERRAIN
1. This chair will perform at optimum on firm, even surfaces such as concrete,
asphalt and indoor flooring.
2. Although equipped with suspension, the performance can be substantially
reduced on uneven surfaces and rough terrain.
3. Do not operate the chair on sand, loose gravel or soil. Doing so may damage
wheels, bearings, axles, motors or loosen fasteners.
J. STREET USE
In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to the dan-
ger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots.
1. Do not operate this wheelchair on any roadways that do not allow non-motor
vehicle traffic.
2. When visibility is limited by either darkness or weather conditions, do not operate
this chair on any roadways.
3. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with drivers before you
proceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe.
K. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system
for transporting this wheelchair in a motor vehicle.
1. Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop
you may be thrown from the chair.
•Wheelchair positioning belts are designed to position the user only and will
not protect you in an accident; further injury may result from the belts.
2. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be secured with proper
motor vehicle restraints.
3. Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It may shift and
interfere with the driver.
4. Always secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift.
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L. CENTER OF BALANCE
The point where this chair will tip forward, back, or to the side depends on its center
of balance and stability.
The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:
1. The seat height and seat angle.
2. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution.
3. Using this chair on a ramp or slope.
4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added weight.
5. Drive wheel positioning.
To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:
Whenever a condition exists that may change the cener of balance, reduce
speed, proceed cautiously, and when in doubt, always have someone help you.
M. TRANSFERS
It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility.
Be aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not
below you. To prevent a fall:
1. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your chair. If you fail to
do so you may touch the joystick and cause your chair to move when you do
not expect it.
2. Make sure motor locks are engaged. This keeps the chair from moving when
you transfer.
3. Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods.
•Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer.
•Have someone help you until you are sure you can do a safe transfer
on your own.
4. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to.
If possible, use a transfer board.
5. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible.
6. Be careful of the footrests. If you can, remove or swing them out of the way.
•Never stand on footrests when you transfer. Doing so may damage them or
cause your chair to tip.
•Make sure your feet do not "hang up" or get caught in the space between the
footrests.
7. Make sure armrests do not interfere.
8. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk
that you will miss the seat or fall.
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