Starting And Stopping - Otto Bock e-support Instructions For Use Manual

2. Starting and Stopping

Release break
Power operation
"on"
on
Warning light
(1) Make sure that the brakes for both wheels are locked.
(2) Turn on the power switch. Power assisted travel is enabled when the red
off
light goes out after a long beep.
Note:
· After the warning lamp has lighted for three seconds, it flashes the same
number of times as the number of battery capacity display lamps, at
intervals of 2.5 seconds, and then repeats this twice, to alert the user to
the remaining battery capacity.
· If force is applied to the push rings when turning on the power, a warning
beep will be heard and the safety system will be activated, inhibiting
travel. Stop applying force to the push rings, and turn on the power again.
· You cannot ride the wheelchair if the red battery warning light is on
immediately after replacing the battery. There may be a malfunction in the
system. Contact the nearest dealer shop.
(3) Release both brakes.
(4) Before traveling, be sure you understand the characteristics of the Power
Assist System, and then make every effort to ride safely.
WARNING
The following operations may involve danger. Please use the E-Sup-
port safely after understanding the characteristics of the Power
Assist System.
· Lifting the casters using the push rings during power assisted travel.
· Operating the push rings with wet hands.
(5) Travel by operating the push rings.
Note:
Follow the "Guidelines for Safe Use" (page 7) regarding specific operations.
(6) Depending on the location, wheelchair use can be hazardous. Exercise
caution.
WARNING
Traveling in the following areas or environment may involve danger.
Always be accompanied by an attendant and secure safety.
· Crossing railroad crossings.
· Sidewalks without fences.
· Platforms
· Cross-hatched covers for side ditches or drainage ditches.
· Gravel roads
· Downhill riding with the power turned off.
· Areas where the wheelchair inclines sharply to the right or left.
· Riding at night.
· Getting on and off the lift bus.
· Other areas where wheelchair travel is not appropriate.
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