Moretti Andea Mobility Taurus, Instruction Manual

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GOING OVER OBSTACLES
Go over obstacles slowly and in a forwards direction. Do not go over obstacles from the side.
This will allow you to go over obstacles up to 3 cm. Do not go over obstacles higher than 3 cm.
The wheelchair has a roll-over protection system. These devices may interfere when you are
ascending onto or descending from a sidewalk. Take maximum care when going over these
obstacles.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
If the speed indicator LEDs start flashing immediately after switching on the electric
wheelchair, identify the problem by checking the potential problems on the list in the
“Troubleshooting” section of this manual and take the necessary actions.
MOVEMENT
If you need to move the electric wheelchair, switch off the controller by pressing the ON/OFF
button, position the motor unlocking levers on N (NEUTRAL), move the electric wheelchair
into a secure position, then reposition the motor unlocking levers on D (DRIVE).
15. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• The electric wheelchair can only be used by one person at a time
• The maximum total weight carried must not exceed 136 Kg
• Always use the safety belt on your electric wheelchair
• Before getting into or out of your electric wheelchair, check that it is switched off and that
the battery charger is disconnected.
• Always drive carefully and with your feet resting firmly on the footplates, taking care if
there are other people present in the area where you are travelling.
• Use pedestrian routes whenever possible. Take extreme care when crossing roads.
• Although the electric wheelchair is designed for slopes with a gradient up to 8°/14%, try to
avoid slopes with a gradient over 6° (10%) and take extreme care when turning on a slope
• Do not use the maximum power on sharp bends
• Only drive the electric wheelchair after checking that all the parts are firmly attached,
in the most comfortable driving position
• Do not drive the electric wheelchair if the rear roll-over protection wheels are damaged or
have been removed
• Lower speed when reversing, driving down a slope, on uneven ground or when turning
• Never place the electric wheelchair motors on “N” (NEUTRAL) on a descent
• Follow all the rules of the highway code
• It is not recommended to use the electric wheelchair on wet or damp ground, as the
warranty does not cover damage caused by water
16. CHARGING THE WHEELCHAIR
The electric wheelchair has two 12v/36Ah rechargeable batteries and a 25v/5Ampere battery
charger. The batteries must be charged before using the wheelchair for the first time and
should be charged after prolonged use. Ensure that the wheelchair is switched off and that
the motor unlocking lever is in position D (DRIVE).
WARNING!
The wheelchair should be charged the first time for at least 14 hours. Always
check the battery charger indicator on the control panel and check how many
LEDs are lit up. It is recommended to charge the batteries when only the red
LEDs are lit up.