IMPORTANT!
If you have any concerns or questions regarding weight capacities, or if the total occupant
weight is determined to be greater than the maximum permissable load, please contact our Technical
Service Department immediately.
WARNING! Risk of Damage, Serious Injury or Death
Exceeding the weight capacity of the wheelchair/seating system could cause instability resulting
in damage, serious injury or death.
• DO NOT exceed the maximum weight capacity of the power positioning system or the wheelchair base.
• DO NOT use the wheelchair to transport more than one person. The wheelchair is only designed for use
by a single occupant whose maximum weight does not exceed the maximum permissible load of the device.
• DO NOT carry heavy objects on your lap while operating the wheelchair.
Several factors must be considered when determining the total user weight and the wheelchair weight
capacity. To obtain the weight limitation data for the wheelchair base, refer to the
Power Wheelchair Base
Owners Manual
(provided separately)
.
2.6 Weight Capacity
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.
WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage and Loss of Warranty if proper maintenance is not followed.
•
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 a minimum bi-annual inspection (refer to
Section 7.0- General Maintenance and Safety
).
WARNING! Risk of Injury due to sharp edges
• Be mindful that in certain areas on the wheelchair, there may be metal and/or plastic components that
have sharp edges. Use caution when exposed to any parts/components with sharp edges
.
2.0
2.0
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING! Risk of Injury due to hot surfaces
• Hot surfaces can cause severe burns. Be mindful of potential hot surfaces and avoid touching
.
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury or Damage.
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 Damage, Serious Injury or Death 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 .
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