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Keep your feet
on the footrests while riding the power wheelchair to avoid hitting
them on objects as you drive. Always wear shoes while operating your power
wheelchair.
Always wear your lap belt when riding your power wheelchair.
Secure
the removable seat assembly before operating the power wheelchair to
prevent yourself from falling from the seat while moving.
Remember,
The power wheelchair is built to carry a single person. Do not carry
passengers under any circumstances or accidents and bodily injury will occur.
Ensure
driving surface, ramp, platform lift or elevator is capable of supporting
combined weight of user and wheelchair.
Always
go straight up or down curb cuts. You want the front wheels and the rear wheels
to climb up or go down together, not one at a time. Not doing this will result in the
power wheelchair violently swinging from side to side (as a car would in a ditch) or
the power wheelchair overturning. Also approach curb access ramps the same way,
straight on, not at an angle.
NEVER
attempt to go up or down a regular height curb
or tipping and personal injury will result!
Warning
Driving the power wheelchair in busy streets, busy parking lots, or in crowded
shopping malls can be dangerous for you or other people as you may be struck
by a vehicle or you might strike a pedestrian. Use caution in congested areas at
all times.
Lean forward
a slight amount when traveling up an incline.
NEVER
leave your power wheelchair exposed to the elements. This includes storage out-
side or carrying the power wheelchair on an outside car-lift during periods of high
moisture ( mist, rain, snow, etc.) or any other inclement weather (dust or sand storms,
etc.). Use only a damp rag to clean your power wheelchair (never use solvents or
abrasive cleaners). The use of excessive water, as from a garden hose or bucket may
cause damage to your power wheelchairs electronics.
Use caution
when driving off even a small curb or raised surface. The act of dropping off
the edge subjects the power wheelchair to extreme forces that can damage the frame
and other components. This type of damage is not covered under warranty.
Disconnect the batteries
before performing any maintenance or if you will not be riding
the power wheelchair for more than a few days. This avoids both the possibility of
injuries due to shock and helps lengthen the battery life. Make sure that the batteries
are secure when you are using the power wheelchair.
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