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.
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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Ensure that clothing does not trail as this can become entangled in the wheels.
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Ensure that your fingers do not become trapped in the mechanism for adjusting the position of
the steering column.
You must adjust your driving to the prevailing conditions:
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Drive carefully on roads which have become slippery due to rain, black ice or snow!
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Reduce speed in busy surroundings.
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Do not use the scooter on unsurfaced roads.
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Ensure that the Fortress Calypso A does not come into contact with salt water. Salt water is
corrosive and can damage the scooter.
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Ensure that the Fortress Calypso does not come into contact with sand. Sand can find its way
into the moving parts of the scooter, resulting in these parts wearing out unnecessarily
quickly.
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Never drive the scooter while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or prescription medications
which could affect your driving ability.
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Your eyesight must be adequate for you to drive the scooter safely.
