Safety Instructions; Explanation Of Symbols; General Safety Instructions - Otto Bock Motus Instructions For Use Manual

2 Safety Instructions

2.1 Explanation of Symbols

Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
WARNING
Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
Information regarding operation. Information for service personnel.
INFORMATION

2.2 General Safety Instructions

INFORMATION
It is important that you are familiar with this product and how to operate it before use.
WARNING
Use as a seat for transportation in a vehicle for the disabled.
Risk of injury as a result of unauthorized use in a vehicle for the disabled. To ensure optimal protection of
all passengers in the case of an accident, we recommend that, whenever possible, Motus users transfer to the
seats installed in the motor vehicle.
The Motus manual wheelchair can be used for transporting passengers in motor vehicles only when Otto Bock
safety components as well as appropriate restraint systems are employed.
For more information, please refer to our instructions for use manual "Using your wheelchair/ mobility base with
seating shell or buggy as a seat for transportation in motor vehicles", order no. 646D158.
Danger when overcoming stairs/obstacles
WARNING
Risk of falling when user is unattended. Do not ascend or descend stairs without the assistance of attendants.
Make use of ramps or elevators whenever available. If wheelchair-friendly access is missing, two attendants
must carry the wheelchair over the obstacle.
WARNING
Risk of falling as a result of incorrectly set anti-tipper. If only one attendant is available when ascending
or descending stairs, an incorrectly set anti-tipper (if mounted at all) can lead to severe falls. Position the
anti-tippers so that they do not get in the way of the steps during transport. After negotiating the stairs, swing the
anti-tippers back to their operational position.
WARNING
Risk of falling as a result of lifting the wheelchair incorrectly. Attendants must lift the wheelchair only with
parts that are firmly attached (e.g. not at the footrest or rear wheels). If your wheelchair is equipped with
height‑adjustable push handles, ensure that the clamping levers are firmly tightened.
WARNING
Risk of tipping when using lifting platforms. Ensure that the anti-tipper (if mounted) is outside the danger-area.
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