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User manual
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Manoeuvres must only be performed at reduced speeds.
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Mode changes such as seat, backrest, caster and footrest positioning, low and high speeds must be performed at a
standstill.
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If you need to brake in an emergency, simply release the control lever; this will bring the wheelchair to a standstill. If you
brake by pushing the joystick backwards or pressing the start / stop button, it causes a sudden and violent stop.
• Approach right angle obstacles in forward gear.
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Never descend or climb an obstacle in reverse.
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The ground clearance of 10 cm does not allow for the crossing over of a stone, for example, greater than 10 cm when in
the centre of the wheels, as you could damage the undercarriage of the chair.
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When crossing over an obstacle (sidewalk for example), use the “crossing” mode, cross the front wheels over it gently
(2km / h maximum). Follow the procedure in chapter 7.2. driving profile “crossing”.
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Never attempt to climb or descend stairs greater than 1 step.
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If there is a risk of skidding on the sloping ground, stop the wheelchair before it skids and leaves the wheelchair in a
position that would prevent you from restarting.
• If you have the steering lock option, it is advisable to use it to lock the right wheels when crossing over obstacles, uneven
ground, or when you lack traction (skidding).
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Do not sit in, get out of or park the chair without turning off the electrical system. This will prevent you from activating
the chair accidentally.
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When getting out of the wheelchair, avoid putting all of your weight on the footrests.
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The chair could tip forward, especially if the ground is on a slope.
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Do not leave your seat on a slope.
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Do not use the «indoor» mode when the casters are retracted, as it is not optimized for 4WD use.
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Electronics such as the joystick, the power module, and the Out Chair’s connectors are protected according to the
protection class IP54 (protection against dust and some water splashes) but cannot, therefore, be used in bad climatic
conditions (example: in case of rain).
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The Out Chair may generate electromagnetic interference that may disrupt the operation of other devices. Therefore, it
is best to turn off the power when not in use.
Regarding the tyres, the following observations must be taken into account:
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The Out Chair’s tyres contain chemicals that may cause reactions with other chemicals (e.g. cleaning products, acid).
• Direct exposure to the sun (UV) accelerates tyre aging. This results in a hardening of the surface of the tyre profile that
cracks at the edges.
• Regardless of their wear, the tyres must be changed every 5 years.
• Prolonged use or heating of the tyres (if the Out Chair is near a radiator or exposed to sunlight through a window) causes
permanent deformation of the latter. Therefore, be sure to keep sufficient distance from heat sources.
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Charging batteries can produce short circuits. Therefore, the following safety precautions must be taken: chair must be
off (joystick and reinforced circuit breaker off).
• Be careful not to put the plus or minus parts of the battery in contact due to risk of being exposed to an electrocution and
/ or burn.
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Check the function of the front wheel shock absorbers.
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During outings in the forest, be careful not to scratch (legs, hands, arms etc) with branches, stones or any other objects
that may cross your path.
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It is strongly advised to wear a helmet, gloves, over-the-ankle shoes and long pants especially when going out on marked
trails.
