NOTICE
Improper use
Damage to the seat surface due to user error
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Do not allow the seat to come into contact with sharp objects. This also applies to animals such as pet cats
with sharp claws.
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If the seat is expected to come into contact with liquid, such as spilt drinks or episodes of incontinence,
always use it in conjunction with a liquid-repellent cover.
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Only use the Ottobock incontinence covers for this product. Contact the qualified personnel to obtain a spare
Ottobock cover.
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 air pressure is printed on the sidewall of the tyre.
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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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Additional 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 wheelchair is equipped with puncture-proof tires. Retrofitting
the wheelchair with pneumatic tires can correct this problem.
8.8.2 Driving notes
General information:
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Beginners should always drive slowly.
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Always take curves slowly.
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Uncontrolled driving behaviour may occur on uneven ground. Therefore the speed must always be adjusted to
the ground conditions.
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Driving backwards should be limited to manoeuvring or short distances on level ground.
Obstacles (steps, curbs, tracks):
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Always approach obstacles directly from the front (never at an angle with only one front wheel).
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Always reduce speed to cross over obstacles (e.g., select speed level 1 or 2).
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Note the information on the critical obstacle height (see the section "Technical data"). Crossing obstacles
greater than the height difference specified there is not permitted.
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Avoid jumping down from steps.
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Do not lean out of the wheelchair while crossing obstacles.
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Only cross railway systems and railway tracks in the designated areas.
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Do not negotiate railroad crossings too close to the edge. Otherwise, the wheels could accidentally move off
the railroad crossing.
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Stop before the railroad crossing and check to the left and right for safety.
Inclines and downgrades:
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Note the information on permitted inclines and downgrades (see the section "Technical data"). Driving on
inclines or downgrades exceeding this percentage is not permitted. The wheelchair may otherwise tilt and not
brake safely.
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The control unit and the motors have to be protected against overloading. Therefore, the continuous climbing
ability depends on the overall weight (wheelchair user payload) as well as the ground condi
tions, exterior temperature, battery voltage and driving style of the user. In individual cases, the continuous
climbing ability can be significantly lower than the value specified.
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