Otto Bock BRAVO Racer Instructions For Use Manual page 44

WARNING
Risk of tipping when using lifting platforms� Ensure that the anti-tipper (if mounted) is outside the
danger-area.
Danger when getting into the wheelchair
CAUTION
Risk of injury as a result of using the footplate for getting into the wheelchair� Depending on
footplate settings and wheelchair geometry, the wheelchair may tip over if the user boards the chair
using the footplate. First practise boarding the chair with the child and an attendant who can secure
the wheelchair, and modify footplate and seat height settings if the chair has a tendency to tip over. In
addition, turn the caster fork to the front prior to using the footplate for getting into the wheelchair; this
increases the wheelbase and thereby the wheelchair's stability against tipping.
Danger while driving
CAUTION
Risk of accident when driving without experience� This can lead to falls and other dangerious situa-
tions. Therefore, practise with the new wheelchair on even, straightforward terrain first, together with
the child. Together with the child, learn how the wheelchair reacts when the centre of gravity shifts;
for example on slopes or inclines or when clearing obstacles such as steps and curbs. This should
be done only with assistance from another person. Using an anti-tipper is strongly recommended for
inexperienced wheelchair users.
CAUTION
Risk of tipping when ascending too steep slopes� When ascending slopes or ramps and when cross-
ing obstacles on upward slopes, always lean the wheelchair user's upper body far forward.
CAUTION
Risk of tilting or tipping over� A displacement of the centre of gravity will result in a loss of stability.
The wheelchair could be prone to tilting and tipping.
– Do not lean out of the wheelchair too far.
– Always ensure two anti-tippers are deployed when using a backpack
CAUTION
Risk of tipping when driving against obstacles (steps, curbs) without braking� Use your wheelchair
properly. Do not "jump" the chair down from higher surfaces.
CAUTION
Risk of accident as a result of incorrect use of the wheel lock� All brakes acting on the tyres do not
serve as service brake but are only designed as parking brake (wheel lock). The wheel locks must not
be used as driving brakes for slowing down the wheelchair, as in extreme cases, the abrupt stopping
of the wheelchair can lead to falls.
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