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CONVAID USER’S GUIDE
Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions
Important Information
WARNING:
• For increased safety, the seat belt should be used at all
times.
• Do not leave user unattended.
• Do not strap user too tight.
• Straps should not interfere with breathing or circulation
• Always apply wheel locks before letting go of the chair.
• If front edge of seat is at or forward of the point where
tires touch the floor, avoid using front of seat tubes for
support during entry or exit from chair to prevent tipping.
• Avoid using footplates for weight support during exit or
entry of the chair.
1. Waste Disposal
The shipping carton should be kept for possible return to the manufacturer/service facility for repair
or maintenance. Other paper packaging waste should be set aside for recycling. For disposition of
replaced parts or the complete chair, the materials should be separated into: plastic, rubber, steel,
aluminum, etc., and set aside for recycling.
2. Intended Use
This product is intended for use by a person with physical disabilities who is frequently or permanently
non-ambulatory. The chair is always under the control and supervision of an attendant, and the
occupant should never be left unattended.
3. Suitable Environment
The chair is intended for both indoor and outdoor use. If the chair is used in the rain, the excess water
should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the chair is splashed with mud or corrosive substances like salt
water or road salt, the chair should be washed clean with water, wiped dry and a hypoallergenic and
biodegradable lubricant reapplied to the moving parts. The chair should never go into seawater, as it
will corrode areas that cannot be washed clean. When going from outside to inside, clean any excess
dirt or mud from the wheels to prevent soiling of inside environment.
