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5.2.
Operation
5.3.
Driving
Avoid driving through puddles with the
LEVO LCM2
. The wheelchair and
especially the electrical components are sensitive to water. Although
splashproof, there is a danger of malfunction when wet.
The
LEVO LCM2
is designed for outdoor and indoor use.
-Whenever you are driving, use the knee support and the chest belt.
-
LEVO
does not recommend driving the
LEVO LCM2
on uneven, soft or
steeply sloping ground.
-Using the
LEVO LCM2
outdoors, purchase the light kit and switch on the
lights at dawn and dusk and in poor light.
dark of course.
Do not let children drive the wheelchair without supervision.
The wheelchair is not designed to carry passengers independent of age.
Look ahead while driving, so that you have sufficient time to react to obstacles
and avoid accidents in your path.
Pay attention to pedestrians, children, dogs etc. close to and especially in
front of you as they can stop suddenly or change the direction.
Never switch off the joystick module when driving. Otherwise the wheelchair
will stop abruptly running the risk that you are thrown forward from the
wheelchair. Simply release the joystick to stop the wheelchair from moving.
Consider the national road regulations; these are different from country to
country. It is usually prescribed by law which kind of streets can be used for
which kind of vehicle. Inquire at your road traffic licensing department.
Avoid steep edges, hillsides or stairs if you push the chair manually (brake
release lever in lower position) as there is a risk of losing control due to the
weight and size of the wheelchair. There is also the risk that you can fall from
the wheelchair. To overcome an obstacle we recommend the use of a ramp or
an elevator.
Be aware of, that your wheelchair can produce electromagnetic emissions and
disturb other devices.
The necessary force to push the
LEVO LCM2
manually may be more than
expected. Depending on the ground surface and strength of the person
pushing the wheelchair, it can be useful to have a second person on call to
help as necessary.
If unintended movement or brake release occurs, turn the wheelchair OFF as
soon as it is safe.
