ortho europe Greencare EP1C, Instructions For Use Manual

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Limitations of use
The EP1C wheelchair:
• Is not designed for extensive out- door use. It is an indoor chair with
outdoor capability.
• Should never be used in wintery condition such as snow and ice.
• Never be used in a wet environment.
• Should not attempt kerbs, steps or thresholds over 5cm (2”).
• Should not be allowed to drop under power off kerbs or steps of any
height.
• Should not be used for sport of any kind.
• Should not attempt slopes over 6 degrees.
• Is not designed to carry more than one seated occupant.
• Should not pull or carry loads such.
• As a second person hanging on.
• Should not be used if your driving ability is impaired by medication
or alcohol.
• Should never be used on stairs or escalators.
Disengaging motors
To disengage the motors to allow for the chair to be moved without the use
of power you must operate the red lever on the side of each motor unit. This
disengagement removes the motor lock on each motor. This should only be
attempted when a carer or attendant is present. Care should be taken as
effectively the chair is in a free roll state when the motors are disengaged.
Do not engage or disengage motor locks until the power switch on the
controller is in the OFF position.
Before transporting your wheelchair, make sure the motors are engaged and
that the Joysticks control is switched off. The EP1C wheelchair with batteries
attached is heavy about the weight of two packed suitcases without an
occupant and if it is to be transported it should be fastened within the vehicle.
If you are unable to secure the chair in transit we recommend that you do not
transport it.
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