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Safety regulations and notification of potential
dangers
3.1
General information
All general rules for the safe operation of a wheelchair remain valid when the
max-e is used
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To guarantee a safe operation of the max-e we must ask you to observe the
following directions closely
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3.2
Technical requirements
The mounting of the brackets for the max-e or any alterations on them may
only be performed by AAT Alber Antriebstechnik or their authorized person-
nel
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The max-e may only be mounted on wheelchairs of a seat width of a mini-
mum of 28 cm. The wheelchairs must be tested and coincide with common
technical rules. Finally, their operators’ manuals must be observed when
using the max-e.
When you operate the max-e you must observe all recommended limits of
the wheelchair manufacturer such as e.g. the maximum gradient or the ad-
mitted top load, as well as their general instructions for operation. Listed re-
strictions and limits must be observed and may not be exceeded
.
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The maximum top load (200 kg) admitted is the addition of the wheel-
chair driver’s weight, the wheelchair and the max-e.
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Please always check the air pressure of pneumatic steering rollers. The
max-e’s driving qualities could be affected negatively, if there is not
enough air in the rollers
.
F
The max-e plus its power unit is for the most part covered by the hou-
sing. Nevertheless, please make sure that while driving you do not put
fingers or hands into the rotating area (e.g. chain wheel or driving pini-
on). Always keep a safe distance
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3.3
Operation
Thorough instruction to operate the max-e is part of the delivery package
and takes place at a time and place of your choosing with one of AAT’s dea-
lers
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Do not operate the max-e without having received extensive instructions
.
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The max-e may only be operated by people who have been instructed
thoroughly in the operation of the device, and who are physically and
mentally capable to use the max-e safely in all possible situations
.
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Should you not feel comfortable operating the max-e, please contact
your local dealer or one of our representatives
.
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Due to the potential danger of tilting a wheelchair, the powered drive
max-e may only be operated with installed anti-tilt support
.
F
Please check the tilt supports before each use. They may never be jam-
med.
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Please do not drive backwards towards the wall with mounted tilt supp-
orts.
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