Breezy Ibis PowerDrive, User Manual

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8 Use of the wheelchair Ibis PowerDrive
Slopes
When all of the adjustment options are set
to the standard position, it can be assumed that
a slope of ≤10° (17.6%) belongs to a normal
user environment with no danger of instability
In the technical specifications, you will find this
under „maximum safe slope‟.
Slopes steeper than the normal user
environment
Driving on slopes with a gradient greater than
the maximum safety limit may lead to safety
risks with respect to stability This requires
great care and complete control on the part of
the user Always drive carefully and never take
unnecessary risks! Follow the instructions given
by the warnings!
The stability and performance of a wheelchair
depend on a number of variables Wheelchairs
are adapted to the needs of individual users
This is why variables will differ from wheelchair
to wheelchair You should therefore ask your
dealer to inform you about how to use the
wheelchair and whether the specific settings
and adjustments for your own situation can
influence the driving characteristics of the
wheelchair
Warning!
When driving on a slope, always drive
carefully and with the utmost concentration
Avoid sudden, jerky movements
Avoid making emergency stops on a slope
Avoid changing direction on a slope
whenever possible
Do not turn on a slope
Only drive up a slope with all the adjustment
options set to the neutral position
Never drive in reverse on a slope
Do not drive on slopes with loose gravel or a
sandy surface, as one of the driving wheels
could slip/spin
Do not drive on slopes for extended periods
of time in order to prevent the motor from
overheating
When driving down a slope forwards in an
FWD wheelchair, use an anti-tip mechanism
If you notice a significant decrease in speed
when driving up a slope, take a route which
is less steep
Prevent the wheelchair from gaining too
much speed when driving downhill
Curves
Note!
Never take curves at full speed Decrease
speed before taking a curve
Keep the throttle handle engaged at the
desired speed and slightly pull the push handle
backwards from the direction where you want
to go, eg when turning left pull the left push
handle slightly backwards