8 BOSS 4.5, RF, P3 & P4 OWNERS MANUAL
End user or their attendant should allow suffi cient time to remove his/her power wheelchair prior to a rain
storm or inclement weather to retain wheelchair operation.
DO NOT
leave your power wheelchair in a rain storm of any kind.
DO NOT
use your power wheelchair in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom while taking a shower.
DO NOT
leave your power wheelchair in a damp area for any length of time. Direct exposure to rain or
dampness will cause the wheelchair to malfunction electrically and mechanically; may cause the wheelchair
to prematurely rust.
Check to ensure that the batteries are secured in place, the joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where water
can enter and that all electrical connections are secure at all times.
DO NOT
use the joystick if the boot is torn or cracked. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, re-
place IMMEDIATELY.
WEIGHT TRAINING
Leisure-Lift DOES NOT recommend the use of its power wheelchair as a weight training apparatus. Power
wheelchairs have NOT been designed or tested as a seat for any kind of weight training. If occupant uses
said wheelchair as a weight training apparatus, Leisure-Lift shall NOT be liable for bodily injury and the
warranty will be voided immediately.
SAFETY/HANDLING OF POWER WHEELCHAIRS
“Safety and Handling” of the wheelchair requires the close attention of the wheelchair user as well as the as-
sistant. This manual points out the most common procedures and techniques involved in the safe operation
and maintenance of the wheelchair. It is important to practice and master these safe techniques until you are
comfortable in maneuvering around the frequently encountered architectural barriers.
Use this information only as a “basic” guide. The techniques that are discussed on the following pages have
been used successfully my many.
Individual wheelchair users often develop skills to deal with daily living activities that may differ from those
described in this manual. Leisure-Lift recognized and encourages each individual to try what works best
for him/her in overcoming architectural obstacles that they may encounter. Techniques in this manual are a
starting point for new wheelchair users and assistants with “safety” as the most important consideration for
all.
STABILITY AND BALANCE
WARNING
Always wear your lap belt.
To assure stability and proper operation of your wheelchair, you must at all times maintain proper balance.
Your wheelchair has been designed to remain upright and stable during normal daily activities as long as
you do not move beyond the center of gravity. The anti-tip wheels are normally positioned approximately
two inches off the ground (with a rider in the chair) but may be adjusted in height downward by your dealer.
Because your power wheelchair is a "midi" (3/4) drive chair the anti-tip wheels are normally only used
when braking going forward down a steep incline. Reducing this setting causes the powerchair to tilt for-
ward at a lesser angle before resting on the anti-tip wheels if you decelerate rapidly while going down a hill.
Safety Guidelines
