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General Warnings
Getting to know your wheelchair
• Each wheelchair is unique and thereby requires an initial period of adaptation. To
ensure the safe use of your wheelchair, we recommend that you follow the
instructions provided by your occupational therapist and allow yourself the
necessary time to become familiar with the different features and characteristics of
your wheelchair.
• Start with simple movements, such as leaning forward, grasping an object, and
performing a transfer. Do not hesitate to ask for assistance, especially during the
adaption period. Once you have determined the limits of your wheelchair, you will
be able to develop your own techniques.
Maximum load capacity
• Never exceed the maximum load capacity. The maximum load capacity is for the
combined weight of the occupant and the items being carried. Exceeding the
maximum load capacity increases the risk of losing control of your wheelchair,
tipping over, or falling and may result in serious injury to the occupant or other
individuals and may damage the wheelchair. (The maximum load capacity of your
wheelchair is indicated in the Technical Specifications section).
• Never transport more than one person in a wheelchair. The wheelchair was
designed for one person only.
Surrounding environment
• This wheelchair was designed for use on smooth surfaces such as asphalt, concrete,
or interior flooring. Do not use your wheelchair on rough terrain or unstable
surfaces like sand, mud, snow, or ice. Manoeuvring the wheelchair in these
conditions, increases the risk of losing control, tipping over, or falling and may
result in serious injury to the occupant or other individuals and may damage the
wheelchair.
• Be extremely cautious when you must move on a wet or icy surface. If in doubt of
the safest way to proceed, do not hesitate to ask for assistance.
• Never use your wheelchair in a swimming pool, a shower or other watery area.
• Avoid exposing your wheelchair to excess moisture. For example, do not leave your
wheelchair in the bathroom while taking a shower or a bath.
• Always dry your wheelchair if wet or after cleaning.
• Avoid exposing your wheelchair to extreme temperatures to prevent hypothermia
(frostbite) or burns. The surfaces of the wheelchair can become frigid when
exposed to cold temperatures or burning hot if left in excessive heat or direct
sunlight.
