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DANGER! Risk of Death or Serious Injury.
Electric shock can cause death or serious injury
• Inspect connectors and cables for cuts and/or frayed wires. Replace any cut cables or frayed
wires immediately
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Loss of power due to loose electrical connections could cause the wheelchair to suddenly stop
resulting in serious injury or damage.
• ALWAYS ensure that all electrical connections are tightly connected so they don’t vibrate loose.
DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Corroded electrical components due to water, liquid exposure, or incontinent users can result
in death, serious injury, or damage.
• Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water/liquids may
require replacement of electrical components more frequently.
• Electrical components damaged by corrosion MUST be replaced immediately.
WARNING! Any sudden or gradual deterioration in the function/performance of your power
positioning system (i.e. increased actuator motor/gearbox noise, rattling, sloppiness, etc...) must
be reported to your Dealer immediately.
• A complete wheelchair inspection by a qualified technician is recommended to ensure there is no unusual
wear and tear, or physical damage that requires servicing and/or repair.
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage if maintenance is insufficient!
• Under difficult operating conditions such as daily travel on steep slopes, or in the case of use in medical
care cases with frequently changing wheelchair users, it is recommended to carry out intermediate
checks on the brakes, accessories and running gear.
• The wheelchair operator is responsible for ensuring that the power wheelchair and seating system
remains in an operationally reliable condition. Inadequate or neglected care and maintenance of the
mobility device will result in a limitation of the manufacturer's liability.
DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Incorrect repair and/or servicing of this wheelchair performed by users/caregivers or unqualified
technicians can result in death, serious injury, or damage.
• Users/Caregivers — DO NOT attempt to repair and/or service this wheelchair.
• Repair and/or service of this wheelchair MUST be performed by a qualified technician. Contact a
dealer or our Motion Concepts Technical Service Department for further assistance.
DANGER! Risk of Death, Serious Injury or Damage if incorrect or improper replacement (service)
parts are used
• Replacement parts for your power positioning system MUST match original Motion Concepts parts
• ALWAYS provide the wheelchair serial number (see
Section 1.4 - System Identification
) to assist
in ordering the correct replacement parts
WARNING! Risk of injury due to improper lifting or dropping of heavy components!
• When maintaining, servicing or lifting any part of your power wheelchair, take into account the weight
of the individual components, especially the batteries. Be sure at all times to adopt the correct lifting
posture and ask for assistance if necessary.
7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE
7.0 GENERAL SET-UP AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage and Loss of Warranty if proper maintenance is not followed.
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For reasons of safety, and in order to avoid potential injury or damage from unnoticed wear, it
is recommended that under normal operating conditions your power positioning system undergoes
a complete inspection every six (6) months.
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION AND SAFETY WARNINGS!
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