Usage instructions for NJ1 adaptive bike
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controlled by steering and braking of the prod-
uct.
Do not stop on a steep slope, otherwise
there is a risk of losing control of the product. If
possible, do not turn on a slope or change your
direction.
Due to the increased turning circle, it can
be difficult to turn in buildings, in front of or in
lifts or other buildings, as the standard in such
buildings assumes a maximum turning circle of
1.5 m.
Do not attach objects (carrier bags, etc.)
to the product. These could prevent safe oper-
ation of the product while driving.
At twilight and in the dark and in bad light-
ing and weather conditions, always switch on
the lights on the product and on the coupled
wheelchair.
When driving in areas that are approved
for pedestrians, keep to the maximum permit-
ted speed (walking speed 6 km/h) and main-
tain sufficient lateral distance (at least the
width of a wheelchair) from obstacles and oth-
er road users.
When driving on public areas, roads,
paths, and spaces, the provisions of the road
traffic regulations must be observed.
Avoid driving on unpaved or loose sur-
faces (e.g. on loose gravel, in sand, mud,
snow, ice or through deep puddles of water).
When travelling on poorly maintained
paths (e.g. coarse gravel, potholes), there is an
increased risk of puncturing your tyres as well
as tipping.
You must not make telephone calls while
driving.
The product can affect other devices, for
example theft protection barriers in department
stores.
By performing regular checks, ensure that
the safety bolts of the adapter are always in
the correct position while driving (see usage
instructions "Adapter and adaptation").
When driving, never jerk the handlebar,
as this could possibly cause the wheelchair-
product combination to tip over sideways.
While driving, never grab onto the wheel-
chair wheels, in the area of the product wheel,
in the area of the chain / sprockets / chain
wheels, or into other rotating parts; if you do,
you may cause injuries.
Only brake the product using the service
brakes.
During long trips the brakes of the prod-
uct may heat up. Therefore, do not touch the
brakes immediately after the trip.
If the situation allows it, the speed should
be reduced by carefully applying the service
brake. Abrupt braking can cause the upper
body to fall forwards which can thereby result
in injuries or loss of vehicle control.
If the weight load on the drive wheel de-
creases (e.g. when driving on slopes) or when
driving on loose/slippery surfaces, the braking
action of the wheel may be considerably re-
duced. The driving style and speed should be
adjusted so that the product can be safely
stopped at all times using the brakes.
Towing or using a trailer is not permitted.
Make sure that cables and lines are not
kinked or tangled somewhere. This could
cause them to be damaged which could lead to
the brakes and gear shift not working correctly.
In this case, the product must no longer be
operated.
