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DRIVING
There is a risk of injury by tipping the wheelchair.
• Only drive in inclines that do not exceed the
maximum allowable slope
• Always use anti-tippers when traveling with Eloflex
• Driving downhill should always be done at a lower
speed
• Avoid areas where there is a risk of icy or slippery
surfaces
• Never try to drive up or down stairs with your power
wheelchair
• Never drive over obstacles higher than the
recommended maximum height
• Avoid rapid movements with the joystick and
sudden changes in driving direction while driving
Risk of being stuck in remote places.
• A user with greatly reduced mobility should not
drive longer distances outdoors alone
Risk of injury if one foot slips off the footrest and falls
under the powered wheelchair while driving.
• Always place your feet in the middle of the footrest
while driving
Risk of injury if you collide with other objects in
narrow passages.
• Drive through narrow passages with the lowest
speed and greatest attention
There is a risk that the wheelchair will tip over if the
anti-tip devices are removed, damaged or mounted
at a position that deviates from the standard
mounting.
• The anti-tip devices must always be mounted when
the power wheelchair is used
• The anti-tip devices only work on a solid surface.
On soft surfaces such as lawns and snow, the
anti-tip device can lose its effect. Therefore, drive
extremely carefully on soft surfaces.
Safety instructions when driving
