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DO NOT operate on roads or highways.
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DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9º.
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DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline that is wet, icy or covered with an oily film.
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DO NOT attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles greater than 2”. Doing so decreases your wheelchair
stability and may cause it to turn over and cause bodily harm or damage to the wheelchair.
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Consult your dealer prior to using parts, accessories, or adapters on your Elevation that are not
provided by PDG. Failure to do so may void your warranty.
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DO NOT attempt to lift wheelchair by any removable (detachable) parts.
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DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
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DO NOT use the footplate as a platform when getting in or out of the wheelchair.
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ALWAYS wear your postural support device (lap belt).
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The seat and backrest position of Elevation should only be adjusted with the lap belt securely
fastened around the occupant.
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Extreme caution should be exercised when operating the backrest recline mechanism as excessive
or sudden recline may promote the occupant to tip over backwards. The use of an anti-tip devices is
recommended.
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Adjustment of Elevation to a higher seat position may result in changes to your body that you may
be unaccustomed to and may find discomforting. Such changes may be dangerous and may lead to
injury or death. Consult your doctor or physical therapist prior to using Elevation.
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The seat or backrest position of Elevation should only be elevated or reclined on firm, level ground to
avoid the risk of falling or tipping over, possibly resulting in injury or death.
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Avoid reaching or leaning with the seat raised above the horizontal position to avoid the risk of falling
or tipping over, possibly resulting in injury or death.
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Avoid sudden or extreme movements with the seat raised above the horizontal position or the
backrest reclined to avoid the risk of tipping over and possible injury.
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Seat height adjustment of Elevation must only be performed with the wheel locks engaged to avoid
any undesired movement and possible accident or injury.
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During an episode of spasms, cramps or any situation that distracts the user’s attention, it is
recommended that the user not raise the seat height until the episode subsides. If possible, it is
recommended that the user immediately lower the seat height below the horizontal until the episode
subsides.
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Never operate Elevation without the complete confidence and ability to prevent tipping over
backwards – inexperienced users are recommended to use anti-tip devices.
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Never operate the seat raising mechanism while leaning forward or sideways.
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Never use Elevation without the seat sling affixed very firm and taut.
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It is recommended that a properly fitted seat cushion be used with your Elevation.
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Never use Elevation while inebriated or with some other altered state of mind.
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Never attempt to adjust seat height of Elevation while the wheelchair is unoccupied.
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Elevation must only be used by the original purchaser for whom it was ordered and fitted. Other
individuals using Elevation may void the warranty and risk accident, injury or death.
20 CONTACTING YOUR SUPPLIER TO OBTAIN SERVICE
PDG has trained customer service representatives in many locations. To find your nearest Customer
Service Center, visit our web site at www.pdgmobility.com and click on CONTACTS. If you are uncertain
about which CONTACT is most appropriate for your needs, contact PDG directly using telephone, fax, or
e-mail contact information. Supply the serial number from the product you are attempting to service and
we will be happy to inform you of the supplier who initially provided your product.
21 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE BY
QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENT
In some circumstances it may be required that your wheelchair be returned to a Qualified Service Agent
for repairs. If any of the following conditions are observed, the wheelchair must be serviced by a Qualified
Service Agent:
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Any part of the frame is cracked or broken
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Any weld is cracked or broken
Always contact your Service Agent prior to sending a wheelchair for repairs. For safe and secure shipping,
the wheelchair must be boxed or fastened to a pallet to ensure it does not become damaged during
shipping. Service agent will provide specific instructions for packaging and shipping your wheelchair.
Alternatively, Qualified Service Agent may arrange for pick-up.