Ottobock | 27
B500-S classic
Danger during use of public transportation, elevators,
lifting platforms
WARNING
Use of public transportation, elevators, lifting plat
forms
Risk of tipping, collision with persons or objects in the
vicinity
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Always turn the power wheelchair control unit off when
using buses, trains, elevators, or lifting platforms.
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Engage the brake.
Hazards due to defective tyres
CAUTION
Defective tyres
Accidents/falling due to poor traction, reduced braking
force or lack of manoeuvrability
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Maintain sufficient tyre pressure. The correct tyre pres
sure is printed on the casing.
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Ensure that the drive wheels have the same pressure.
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Ensure that the tyres have sufficient tread depth. The
tyres must be changed when the tread depth is less
than
1 mm
.
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Avoid parking outside and in direct sunlight (UV radi
ation) since this causes the tyres to age quickly. The
manufacturer recommends replacing the tyres every
2 years
regardless of the amount of wear.
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Always maintain sufficient clearance from sources of
heat. If the product is parked for an extended period of
time or the tyres overheat (e.g., in the vicinity of radiat
ors or in case of exposure to strong sunlight behind
glass), the tyres may become permanently deformed.
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Move your power wheelchair frequently or have a way
to jack it up for storage.
Further Information
INFORMATION
During use of the power wheelchair, electrical discharges
(high voltage with low current; discharge via the user) may
occur which are caused by factors such as friction.
However, these do not represent a health hazard.
Electrostatic discharge may also occur if the power wheel
chair is equipped with puncture-proof tires. Retrofitting the
wheelchair with pneumatic tires can correct this problem.
6.5.2 Driving notes
General information:
•
Beginners should always drive slowly.
•
Always take curves slowly.
•
Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven
ground. Therefore the speed must always be adjusted to
the ground conditions.
Usage