20. Warning to reduce the risks
associated with misuse of the wheelchair
Be
careful
not
to
wrap
the
tubes
of
the
crossbar
with
the
fingers
to
avoid
being
pinched
between
the
frame
and
the
crossbar.
Do
not
use
the
brakes
to
slow
down
the
speed
of
the
wheelchair.
They
are
designed
only
as
parking
devices.
The
arm-rests
are
not
designed
to
lift
the
wheelchair.
Never
use
the
anti-tip
wheels
as
transit
wheels.
It
is
suggested
to
verify
the
proper
assembly
and
the
efficiency
of
the
quick
release
axle
before
using
the
wheelchair
and
always
after
performing
releasing
and
re-assembly
of
the
rear
wheels
to
the
frame.
The
gap
between
wheels
and
sideguards
or
brakes
could
be
low-
er
than
2.5
cm.
Be
careful
not
to
put
your
fingers
between
the
wheels
and
side
guards
or
brakes
to
avoid
injury.
To
keep
the
wheelchair
efficient
and
maintain
its
safety
require-
ments
is
suggested
to
perform
regularly
a
maintenance
program.
Poor
maintenance
and
improper
use
of
the
device
can
cause
dam-
age
or
injury
to
the
user
or
assistant.
In
case
of
transport
by
plane,
it
is
recommended
to
reduce
the
tyre
pressure.
The
wheelchair
is
not
suitable
for
use
in
hyperbaric
chamber.
Contact
your
dealer
or
the
manufacturer
to
have
more
informa-
tion
about
connection
points
and
devices
needed
to
secure
the
wheelchair
during
transport
by
car.
Before
to
transfer
yourself
in
or
from
the
wheelchair,
always
remember
to
activate
the
brakes.
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