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2.0 GENERAL GUIDELINES
2.1 INDICATIONS FOR USE
The intended use of this wheelchair is as a manually operated, attendant or
user propelled, manual mechanical wheelchair.
2.2 CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR USE
A. Information for Health Care Professionals or Assistants
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WARNING
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1. The Fuze wheelchair must be operated by a health care professional or
assistant when in ANY tilt position only when client is unable to propel in
a tilted position.
2. To maintain maximum stability, position the rear wheels in the most rear-
ward position in the axle mounting plate. Moving the rear wheels to any of
the other mounting positions causes the wheelchair to decrease in stability.
3. If moving the rear wheels to ANY forward position, ensure the wheelchair
is stable BEFORE using.
4. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE using maximum amount of tilt-in-
space or moving the rear wheels forward. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is
occupied by the end user to ensure safety.
B. Operating Information
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WARNING
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1. Unless otherwise noted, all service and adjustments should be performed
while the wheelchair is unoccupied.
2. To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending,
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care professional BEFORE attempting active use of the wheelchair.
3. ALWAYS wear your SEAT/CHEST POSITIONING STRAP when ap-
plicable. Inasmuch as the SEAT/CHEST POSITIONING STRAP is an
option on this wheelchair (you may order with or without the Seat /Chest
Positioning Strap), PDG strongly recommends ordering the Seat/Chest
Positioning Strap as an additional safeguard for the wheelchair user.
4. ALWAYS check foam grips for looseness BEFORE using the wheelchair. If
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5. The necessary back angle MUST be selected BEFORE repositioning the
rear wheels forward.
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