AAT v-max, User Manual

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4 2 Indication and intended use
The v-max pushing and braking aid allows you to make a manual wheelchair mobile. The accompanying
person of a single person in a wheelchair is supported both on straight surfaces as well as on inclines,
two-part ramps and slopes. v-max is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
v-max is designed to be operated by only one person. This person must be trained and physically and
mentally able to safely operate v-max! Sufficient vision is essential for operation! It needs to be borne
in mind that the use of a pushing and braking aid can entail a greater degree of risk and requires more
skills than those required to operate a wheelchair.
The life expectancy of v-max depends on the intensity of the application and is approx. 5 years under
normal use. This statement implies compliance with all prescribed maintenance and service specifica -
tions. The life expectancy can also be exceeded with careful handling. However, this life expectancy can
also be shortened due to overuse and improper handling.
4 3 Contraindication
v-max may not be used if:
• the operator has not received training/instruction for the product!
• the operator is physically and mentally unable to safely use v-max!
• more than one person needs to be transported at the same time!
• the operator does not have sufficient ability to see!
• the braking effect is lost due to rain, wet conditions, snow or ice!
• a braking effect of v-max is not achieved!
• escalators or travellators must be negotiated!
• medical devices, for example with a life support function and diagnostic devices, are nearby!
• the intended use is contradicted!
• objects are to be transported!