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10.3 Danger Spots and Danger Situations
The user of the viamobil independently decides on which routes to utilise by taking
into account his driving skills and physical abilities.
He is to check the viamobil for worn-down or damaged tyres as well as ensure the
state of charge of the batteries and determine whether the control elements are in
working order prior to driving.
These safety inspections as well as personal driving skills are especially important in
regard to the following danger spots, the manoeuvring of which are at the discretion
of the person pushing the viamobil:
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quay walls, landing stages, paths and locations on watercourses, unsecured bridges
and dams.
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narrow paths, inclines (i.e. ramps and driveways), narrow paths on a slope, moun-
tain paths.
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narrow and / or steep downward / sloping paths on main roads or near precipices.
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Icy or snow-covered roads or roads covered in leaves.
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Ramps and lifting gear on cars.
Uphill or downhill slopes with a maximum incline of 10% can be manoeuvred
with the viamobil. Prerequisites are proper tread patterns, correct air pressure in
the wheelchair wheels, unobjectionable ground conditions and maximum loading
of 120 kg.
There is an increased tendency towards tilting to the side when on winding roads
or when reversing on uphill or downhill slopes due to the shift of balance. These
driving manoeuvres should be carried out with great care and only at low speeds!
Extreme care should be taken when crossing main roads, crossings and level cros-
sings. Never cross over any tracks or rails in streets or on level crossings when
your wheelchair is parallel to the tracks or rails, because the wheels could other-
wise perhaps get stuck in them.
Great care should be taken when driving on ramps or using lifting gear on cars.
The viamobil is to be switched off and the handle bar let go of during the lifting
or lowering procedure on the ramp or lifting gear. The hand brakes also have to
be pulled on the wheelchair. This prevents the wheelchair from rolling away due
to, for example, unintentional driving commands.
The tyres do not adhere so well to the surface if there is wetness on the ground;
there is increased danger of skidding. Adjust your driving behaviour accordingly.
