Cirrus Powerchair Owners Handbook
Page 4 of 24
Doc Code: PCC_IFU (02/15)
PERSONAL SAFETY (CONTINUED)
TURNING AND USING ON A GRADIENT GUIDELINES
Avoid sharp turns at high speed as this could result in the powerchair
tipping over. This is especially relevant when turning on a gradient.
The powerchair has been designed for use on gradients up to 1 in 6 (10º).
However this can vary due to other factors such as the surface of the
gradient or the attributes of the user. If you are in any doubt about going up
or down a gradient please find an alternative route.
Please slow down when driving on gradients.
EMERGENCY FREEWHEEL
Warning: The powerchair has a freewheel option device fitted on the top of
each motor. Always re-engage the emergency freewheel device after use.
Failure to do so may result in injury.
OBSTACLES AND KERBS
Be careful when driving to avoid obstacles which could come in to contact
with the powerchair, in particular the front castors. If you cannot avoid an
obstacle, then negotiate it slowly with care.
Repeated heavy impacts could reduce the performance of the powerchair
and may result in damage or injury.
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) FROM RADIO WAVES
Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)
which is interfering electromagnetic energy (EM) emitted from sources such as
radio stations, TV stations, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two-way radios
and mobile phones. The interference (from radio wave sources) can cause the
powered wheelchair to release its brakes, move by itself, or move in an
unintended direction. It can also permanently damage the powered wheelchair’s
control system.
