3E02-INS-LAB-RevA14 • Traveler LX User Manual
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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING YOUR WHEELCHAIR. FAILURE TO DO
SO COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR
DAMAGE TO YOUR WHEELCHAIR.
Safety requires the constant attention of the wheelchair user and the
attendant. It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods
of performing basic daily activities. Always consult your healthcare
professional to determine those methods most suitable for your
individual abilities.
Protect yourself and your wheelchair by having your Traveler LX serviced
regularly. Whenever any part of your Traveler LX is not functioning
properly, contact your Graham-Field authorized distributor immediately,
as a hazardous situation could result, causing personal injury or damage
to your wheelchair.
ONLY EXCELLENT CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE
WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED
. Periodic inspection, adjustment,
and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb
performance.
WARNINGS
WARNING: Traveler LX maximum weight capacity is 300 lb. (136
kg), EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.
WARNING: Do not operate this wheelchair on streets or
roadways.
WARNING: Do not operate this wheelchair on hilly or rough
terrain, sand, wet or icy surfaces, or surfaces with impaired
traction. Ensure that pathway is clear of all obstacles.
WARNING: Do not turn wheelchair while going downhill, as
wheelchair could tip over.
WARNING: Do not attempt inclines without anti-tippers installed
in the downward position. Do not attempt any incline or decline
greater than six degrees (10% grade, or one foot of rise or fall
per ten feet of ramp length).
