Otto Bock Kimba KRUZE User Manual page 5

3. Safety
3.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols
WARNING Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
CAUTION Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
3.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Lack of familiarisation with instructions for use
Injuries due to user error
► Read the instructions for use before using the product.
► Familiarise yourself with the handling, functions and use of the product before using it. You can compromise
the safety of the user if you do not follow these instructions.
3.3 Safety Instructions for Use
Hazards during preparation for use
WARNING
Independent modification of settings
Risk of tipping, falling or malposition
► Do not modify the settings established by the qualified personnel. Only the settings described in these
instructions for use may be adjusted independently.
► In case of problems with the settings (unsatisfactory seating position, front wheels wobble etc.) please contact
the qualified personnel who adjusted your product.
► Discuss all changes to the settings with the qualified personnel/therapist in advance in order to minimise
health hazards and avoid putting the therapy results at risk.
WARNING
Improper handling of packaging materials
Risk of suffocation
► Keep packaging materials away from children.
Hazards when boarding
CAUTION
Wheel lock not engaged when getting in/out
User may fall or tip over
► Before the user gets into the buggy or out of it, always engage and check the wheel lock.
► Engage the wheel locks to prevent the rehab buggy from moving on uneven ground or during transfers (e.g.
into a car).
Hazards while driving
WARNING
Danger from pushing too fast
User may fall or tip over
► The steering casters may begin to wobble at higher speeds and lead to an abrupt stop, causing the rehab
buggy to tip over at the front.
► Therefore, push the rehab buggy only at normal walking speed (see section"Use"). It is not permissible to let go
of the pushbar while pushing the buggy or to thrust it away from you.
WARNING
Impermissible use
Risk of user tipping, rolling over
► Using a rehab buggy beyond normal conditions may be dangerous.
► Please note that this product is not suitable for jogging, running, skating, etc.
► Do not exceed the maximum load capacity (see section "Technical Data").
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