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slippery or uneven surfaces, etcetera, before starting up or down. If you cannot see the entire ramp, please ask
someone to inspect it for you.
When ascending a ramp always face forward and lean the upper part of your body slightly forward, which will
increase stability. If you have to stop on the incline, please avoid any abrupt or sudden forward movement as you
resume climbing.
When descending a ramp always face forward and ensure that you are seated well towards the bac k of the seat.
Please descend slowly and steadily, allowing Explorer Magellan’s controller to maintain a slow safe speed
Curbs and Steps.
Curbs, steps and stairs are dangerous obstacles that confront wheelchair users. When you encounter curbs, find
a way around, or use the ramps now available in most locations. If you encounter steps and there is no ramp
Warning! Drive straight up inclines. Driving at an angle or trying to traverse a slope may result
in the wheelchair becoming unstable or difficult to steer.
Warning! NEVER place the wheelchair in freewheel mode while on an angled surface.
Freewheeling on a slope may allow the powered wheelchair to roll uncontrollably,
causing personal injury or damage.