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2 . S A F E T Y N O T I C E
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Do not use your power chair under the circumstances below.
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On roads with heavy traffic or roads that are muddy, gravelly, bumpy, narrow, snowed over, ice, or
canal towpaths not guarded by any fence or hedge. Keep away from places where you might get the
wheels stuck.
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Do not drive at night or when it is raining, snowing, misty, or windy.
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Do not drive your power chair in an “S” pattern or make erratic turnings.
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Do not take the power chair onto escalators.
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UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE POWER CHAIR BE USED AS A SEAT IN A
MOTOR POWERCHAIR (E.G. CARS, BUSES, TRAINS, ETC).
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About Mobile Phones and other electrical equipment
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Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication devices while driving.
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Always switch off the power chair and remove the ignition key before using a mobile phone.
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Do not charge the mobile phone or any other electrical devices from your battery of power chair.
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Automatic Power Shut Down
In order to avoid accidental battery run down, your power chair is equipped with an automatic power
shut down facility. If the power chair is switched on, after remaining undisturbed for a period of thirty
minutes it will automatically turn off. When this situation occurs, simply switch your power chair off
and back on and it will be ready to use once again.
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Ramps, inclines and drops
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Do not drive onto steep ramps greater than the specified gradient. Refer to the section entitled
“CLIMBING ANGLE” in “8. SPECIFICATION“
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Always use a low speed setting when ascending or descending a gradient.
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Do not drive on roads with large drops or potholes. Refer to the section entitled “MAX. GROUND
CLEARANCE” in “ 8. SPECIFICATION”.
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Please slow down when driving on roads with inclines.
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Do not make sudden turns when driving on gravel roads or ramps.
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Always lean forward when climbing a steep gradient.
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Starting and Driving
1. Make sure the seat is installed properly.
2. Fold down the armrests so you can rest your arms on them.
3. Check battery indicator to see whether there is enough power for your journey. If you have any doubt
about the remaining power, please recharge the batteries before departure.
4. Set the speed dial to a position you feel safe and comfortable with.
