S Afety Requirements For Maintenance Tasks On Electrical Components - Otto Bock C2000 Service Instructions Manual

NOTICE
Risk of damage to the padding. During any work on the seat, the padding must be adequately pro-
tected against mechanical and chemical damage. The seat and backrest cushions are flame retardant
but nevertheless flammable. They must not come into contact with open flame or embers.
NOTICE
Risk of damage due to improper cleaning after the completion of maintenance tasks. The power
wheelchair may not be cleaned with a jet of water or a pressure washer under any circumstances. A
cloth or sponge may be used for cleaning. Water must not come into direct contact with the motors
under any circumstances. Check the operating performance of the power wheelchair after cleaning.
INfORMATION
Prior to using the power wheelchair, all the necessary mechanical adaptations (e. g. mounting special
controls) and software settings (e. g. programming the control unit) must be made to comply with the
individual requirements and abilities of the user. Settings may only be made by personnel that has been
authorised and trained by Otto Bock.
INfORMATION
The tyres of the power wheelchair contain chemical substances that can react with other chemical
substances (such as cleaning agents, acids, etc.).
INfORMATION
Piston rods do not require lubrication. They are maintenance-free.
2.5 S afety Requirements for Maintenance Tasks on Electrical Components
WARNING
Risk of injury due to explosive gases. Explosive gases can develop while the batteries are charging.
The following safety instructions must be followed under all circumstances:
• Ensure sufficient ventilation when charging the batteries in an enclosed room.
• Smoking and open flames are not permitted.
• Sparks must be avoided.
• The air vents in the trim must not be covered.
CAUTION
Risk of injury while working on the battery.
• Only use a battery charger supplied by Otto Bock which has been tested and approved for the re-
spective batteries used by Otto Bock (observe information on the charger). Failure to do so can result
in a battery explosion and possible impairment of health due to contact with battery acid.
• Smoking and open flame are prohibited while working on the battery. Sparks must be avoided.
• Explosive gases can develop while the batteries are charging. Observe the safety instructions pro-
vided by the battery manufacturer. Wear protective goggles. Ensure sufficient ventilation when charg-
ing the batteries in an enclosed room.
• The air vents in the trim must not be covered.
• Drive batteries can supply very large amounts of energy and may arc if they are short-circuited. There-
fore, always disconnect the batteries when working on the motor control or wiring.
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