Jazzy 1143
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I I . S A F E T Y
The Jazzy 1143 is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to enhance your mobility. There are, how-
ever, certain situations—including some medical conditions—where you will need to practice operating your Jazzy
1143 in the presence of an attendant. Below are some safety tips that are designed to help you become accus-
tomed to your new Jazzy.
WARNING! The Jazzy 1143 is a motorised vehicle. When you are seated in your Jazzy
1143 and you anticipate that you are going to be in a stationary position for an extended
period of time, turn off the power. This eliminates the possibility of unexpected move-
ment and conserves battery power.
TRANSFERS
Transferring onto and off of your Jazzy 1143 requires a good sense of balance. Be sure to have an attendant or
health care professional present while learning to properly transfer yourself. To eliminate the possibility of injury,
we ask that you verify the following before attempting a transfer:
1. Be sure the power is turned off.
2. Be sure the Jazzy 1143 is not in the freewheel mode.
3. Make sure the armrests are flipped up or removed from the power chair.
4. Tip the footrest up; this helps to keep your feet from hanging up on the footrest during the transfer.
WARNING! Avoid putting all of your weight on the footrest. This may cause the Jazzy 1143
to tip and cause injury!
MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORT
Though your Jazzy may be equipped with a positioning belt, this belt was not designed with the intent of providing
proper restraint during motor vehicle transport.
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In an effort to improve the safety of its units during motor vehicle transport, Pride has crash tested numerous
Jazzy models. However, since there are unlimited variations of the Jazzy product, all variations could not
possibly be tested. Therefore, Pride recommends that Jazzy power chair users should not be transported in
vehicles of any kind while in power chairs. As of this date, there are no standards approved for tie-down
systems in a moving vehicle of any type to transport a user while in a power chair.
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Always be sure your Jazzy 1143 is properly secured when being transported.
WEIGHT LIMITATIONS
Your Jazzy 1143 is rated for a 136-kg (21.6 stone) maximum weight limit.
WARNING! Exceeding the weight limit voids your Jazzy warranty and may result in
personal injury!
STAIRS AND ESCALATORS
WARNING! Power chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always
use an elevator. If you try to navigate steps or escalators, you can cause injury to yourself
and others!
