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Usar_Manual_Pandhora_P3_ENG_Rev.0_05/2020
Use the wheelchair equipped with P3 appropriately. Avoid dangerous slopes, descending
steps, proceed without braking towards obstacles such as edges, structures, steps, etc.
Do not exceed 15km/h because the user could lose control of the wheelchair, with
consequent overturning
Do not exceed 15km/h because collisions could occur
In the event of a collision, injuries, even serious, could occur
In case of wet asphalt or uneven ground there is a risk of slipping. Therefore, drive carefully
and observe the conditions of use
Drive carefully at narrow passages
It is forbidden to climb steps higher than 3 cm along the road
Respect the use limitations provided by the user manual of the manual wheelchair on which
the P3 system is installed
It is forbidden to drive the wheelchair on slopes greater than 12%
In case of wet or uneven ground the values relating to the maximum allowed slope are
reduced, in order to protect the user safety
Avoid contact or penetration of liquids or dusts into the device
The components of the brake system could reach high temperatures during use and this can
cause skin burns. Pay close attention during use.
3.2
Intended use
By using P3 devices, an auxiliary push system can be added to most manual wheelchairs, quickly and
easily. By hooking P3 to the wheelchair, the front wheels are raised and a single steering wheel
belonging to the "traction unit" is used instead.
P3 falls within the use class of the wheelchair to which it is attached, according to the CEI EN 12184
standard. Furthermore, P3 meets the specific requirements of class B with a maximum range of
approximately 60 km (in the version equipped with a charged 16 Ah battery, flat path and user weight
of 75 kg).
In accordance with the definition of class B of the CEI EN 12184 standard, the device is intended for
indoor use and able of overcoming outdoor obstacles.
Any other use or misuse can cause dangerous events.
3.3 Usage environment
The P3 devices are designed for use in combination with most manual wheelchairs on the market. The
P3 solutions allow use both indoors and outdoors, with the limitations indicated in this document, and
in general with the same limitations imposed by the use of the manual wheelchair.
3.4 Use limitations
The device must be used consistently with the intended use described in the preceding paragraphs,
any other must be considered improper use.