General safety rules and regulations
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1 General safety rules and regulations
Handicare accepts no liability for loss or injury caused by not following the safety rules
and regulations fully, or otherwise for loss or injury as a result of negligence during use
or when cleaning the scooter and any accessories. Supplementary safety regulations
may apply depending on the specific circumstances for operation or on the accessories
used. Please contact your dealer immediately if you should ascertain any potential
hazards when using the product.
The user of the scooter (see ‘Intended use’) is at all times responsible
for following local safety rules and guidelines.
1.1
Labels and instructions on the scooter
The markings, symbols and instructions on the scooter constitute a part of the safety
guidelines for the scooter. For this reason they may never be covered or removed and
must be present and clearly legible for the entire period of time the scooter is in
existence.
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Illegible or damaged labels, symbols and instructions must be replaced or repaired
immediately. Contact your dealer in such cases.
1.2
Technical specifications
No changes may be made to the technical specifications.
1.3
Adaptations
Adaptations to components of this product are not permitted.
1.4
Safety
It is of great importance that attention be paid to the following safety regulations for the
prevention of accidents and undesirable situations.
Take extra care when driving on slopes:
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Never remove safety devices, such as the anti-tip wheels.
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Never drive the Fortress Calypso up slopes with a gradient greater
than that specified in section 5.4.3 of this manual.
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Always drive up slopes slowly and take extra care.
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Never descend a slope at full speed.
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Do not drive down slopes covered with loose gravel or with a sandy
surface, as one of the back wheels may slip.
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Do not turn on slopes.
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Never take corners at full speed. Reduce speed before taking a
corner.
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When driving up a slope, adopt a position which promotes stability,
as described in section 5.4.3 of this manual.
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