Future EXPLORER MAGELLAN, User Manual

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Range
A significant increase in range can be achieved by smooth driving with Explorer Magellan. Any time rapid
acceleration or sharp, fast turns are used; a large amount of energy is consumed. If it is possible to accelerate
slowly and to drive at a steady speed with few sharp turns, the range you will achieve from each battery charge
will be greatly increased. This driving style will also increase the life of your batteries and the major drive
components of Explorer Magellan.
Warning! Explorer Magellan is not designed to negotiate steps. Personal injury and damage to
property will result.
Warning! Do not attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair
to tip or move in an unanticipated direction causing personal injury or damage to the
wheelchair. Explorer Magellan is not intended to climb or descend stairs or escalators.
Warning! It is extremely dangerous to move an occupied wheelchair up or down stairs by having
attendants lift the wheelchair. Do not do this. The probability of injury to the user’s and
attendant’s and property are very high. Use elevators provided at most locations.