Caremart Shop & Me, User Manual

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© 2014 VAN OS MEDICAL B.V., Koperslagerij 3, 4651 SK, Steenbergen,
Nederland
Tel. +31-(0)167-573020, Fax +31-(0)167-573381, E-mail:
info@vanosmedical.nl , www.vanosmedical.com
Driving down a decline
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Lower speed setting
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Whenever it is safely possible, drive forward down any ramp, low rise, or
incline.
Caremart does not recommend that you drive your scooter in reverse down any
incline, ramp, curb, or low rise. Backing down any slope may create a very hazardous
situation.
If it is necessary to back down a slope follow one of two procedures.
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Tip
When using either of the following procedures to back down a slope, Caremart
strongly advises that you have the assistance of another person.
Procedure 1: Under power
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Set the key switch to the “ Off position ” ;
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Dismount your scooter;
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Set the key switch to the “ On position ” ;
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While standing next to your scooter, carefully operate the controls at the lowest
speed setting;
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Slowly and carefully back your scooter down the incline;
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Carefully remount your scooter and resume normal operation.
Procedure 2: Emergency (No power)
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Set the key switch to the “ Off position ” ;
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Dismount your scooter;
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Set the freewheel lever to “ Disengaged ” ;
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While standing next to the scooter, carefully manually maneuver it down the
slope;
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When you have reached a level surface at the bottom of the slope, position the
freewheel lever in the engaged position;
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See chapter 7 to restore power.
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Warning:
When your scooter is in freewheel mode, the park brake is released. The
weight of the scooter on a slope may cause you to lose control of the scooter.
If you do not feel capable of manually controlling your scooter down the slope,
request assistance or do not attempt to use this procedure.