General Warnings / Before You Use Your Mpv5 - Hoveround MPV5 Owner's Manual

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General Warnings
Before You Use Your MPV5
Before You Use Your MPV5
The Hoveround
operation of the power wheelchair requires you to exercise caution
and consideration for your personal safety and the safety of others
around you. Never modify your wheelchair, and do not use accessories
other than those developed for use specifically with your Hoveround
MPV5 power wheelchair. Information about the design of ramps
appropriate for wheelchair access for your home are contained in
guidance from the Americans with Disabilities Act, which can be
located at http://www.accessboard.gov/adaag/html/adaag.htm.
The lists below detail some important safety warnings. Please read
this entire manual thoroughly, and follow all warnings and instructions
to avoid serious injury or death. Call toll free 1-800-96-HOVER
(1-800-964-6837) if you require further assistance. Your "Safety and
Training video" illustrates many of the concepts in the manual.
Keep your manual to refer to when needed.
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® MPV5 is a battery-operated motor vehicle. The
To avoid serious injury or death:
1. Always use the seat belt.
2. Always ensure that the power is OFF before
getting into and out of the seat.
3. Always set the joystick/controller speed/response
control to be consistent with the surrounding
environment. In confined spaces and while
learning to drive your power wheelchair, we
recommend that the speed/response control be
set to minimum.
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