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General safety regulations and instructions
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1 General safety regulations and instructions
Handicare accepts no liability whatsoever for damage or injury caused by the failure to
(strictly) adhere to the safety guidelines and instructions or else due to carelessness
during the use and cleaning of the scooter and possible accessories. Depending on the
specific operating circumstances or the accessories used, additional safety instructions
may be required. Please contact your dealer immediately if you observe any potential
danger during the use of the product.
The user of the scooter (see under 'use according to purpose') is at
all times fully responsible for the fulfilment of the locally applicable
safety regulations and guidelines.
1.1 Decals and instructions on the scooter
Signs, symbols and instructions placed on this scooter comprise part of its safety
facilities. They must never be covered or removed and must remain present and clearly
legible throughout the entire life span of the scooter.
Immediately replace or repair illegible or damaged indications, symbols and
instructions. Contact your dealer with regard to this.
1.2 Technical specifications
The technical specifications must not be altered.
1.3 Modifications
Modifications to (parts of) this product are not permitted.
1.4 Safety
To avoid accidents and undesirable situations, it is of great importance to pay attention
to the following safety instructions.
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Pay extra attention to driving on slopes:
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Never drive the Winner up a slope with an angle greater than 10°.
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On slopes always drive slowly and with great awareness.
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Never drive down a slope at full speed.
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Do not drive down slopes with loose gravel or a sandy surface,
because one of the back wheels might slip.
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Do not turn on a slope.
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Never take a turn at full speed. Decrease speed when taking a
turn.
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Emergency Brake: If a calamity occurs while driving, and you
need to make a sudden stop, you must release the operating
handle immediately.