Permobil K300 Owner's Manual page 85

Owner's Manual Permobil K/C300
1. Batteries
Gel batteries: In most cases they don't need to be taken out of the wheelchair.
If your wheelchair is equipped with a Main Fuse, the electrical connections to the
batteries must be disconnected and insulated. If your wheelchair has a Circuit
Breaker, make sure the Circuit Breaker is in OFF-position.
Acid batteries: Most airlines require that the batteries should be taken out of the
wheelchair and that they must be transported in special boxes that the airline
can provide.
2. The Dimensions and Weight of the Wheelchair
The weight and dimensions of the wheelchair are significant in relation to the
type of airplanes in which the wheelchair is to be transported. Always check with
the airline before traveling to make sure that the aircraft in question can accom-
modate your wheelchair.
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CAUTION
The weight and dimensions of the wheelchair listed in this manual are based on the most common
configurations of the wheelchair. Wheelchairs which have had custom modifications or additional
features may have different dimensions or weights. Be sure to measure the dimensions of your
particular chair whenever exact dimensions are critical or required.
Certain airlines can refuse to take acid batteries onoteoard.
3. Preventing Damages
The electronic components, as well as other critical parts, in your wheelchair are
highly sophisticated and fragile and care must be taken to protect them.
When transporting your wheelchair by air, we recommend that you cover the
control panel with soft, shock-absorbing material (foamed plastic or similar) and
fold it in towards the backrest.
Protect other fragile parts in a similar fashion. Tape any loose cables to the seat
frame or covers.
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CAUTION
In order to ensure that the transport can take place in a safe manner and that no unpleasant sur-
prises arise at the last minute, you should always contact the respective airlines before the transport.
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Transport