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This Procedure Includes the Following:
Controller Settings
Repair or Service Information
Operating Information
Safety/Handling of Wheelchairs
Warning/Caution Label Location
WARNING
REPAIR OR SERVICE/CONTROLLER SETTINGS
Set-up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by a qualified technician. The final
tuning adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the wheelchair. Reprogram-
ming the controller reduces the stability/controllability of the wheelchair. Other program set-
tings could cause the wheelchair to tip over resulting in serious injury to the user and/or dam-
age to the surrounding property. If any individual other than a qualified technician performs
any work on these units, the warranty is void.
OPERATING INFORMATION
GENERAL WARNINGS
Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or
persons fully conversant with this process and the driver's capabilities. Incorrect settings could
cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the chair and to surrounding property.
After the wheelchair has been set-up, check to make sure that the wheelchair performs to the
specifications entered during the set-up procedure. If the wheelchair does NOT perform to
specifications, turn the wheelchair OFF immediately and reenter set-up specifications. Repeat
this procedure until the wheelchair performs to specifications.
ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are turning. DO NOT shift your weight in the oppo-
site direction of the turn. Shifting your weight in the opposite direction of the turn may cause the
inside drive wheel to lose traction and the wheelchair to tip over.
DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheel-
chair may tip over.
DO NOT engage or disengage the motor locks until the power is in the OFF position.
DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.
DO NOT climb, go up or down ramps or traverse slopes greater than 9
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DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with a water, ice or oil film.
DO NOT attempt to drive over curbs or obstacles. Doing so may cause your wheelchair to turn
over and cause bodily harm or damage to the chair.
DO NOT use parts, accessories, or adapters other than those authorized by Invacare.
DO NOT leave the power button ON when entering or exiting your wheelchair.
DO NOT stand on the frame of the wheelchair.
DO NOT stand on the flip-up footboard. When getting in or out of the wheelchair, make sure
that the flip-up footboard is in the upward position .
ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap.
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