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Do not use the Model M to navigate objects taller than 3”. Doing so may cause the
device to become unstable and tip over, resulting in damage and/or injury. The
Model M is designed and tested for stability on obstacles less than 3” in height.
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Use extreme caution when driving on uneven surfaces or slopes. In these
conditions, the device may become unstable and tip over, resulting in damage
and/or injury. It is recommended that you have someone available to stabilize the
Model M if necessary when driving on uneven or sloped surfaces.
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Do not use the Model M as a seat during weight training. Doing so may cause the
device to become unstable and tip over, resulting in damage and/or injury. The
Model M is not intended to be used as a seat during weight training.
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Check that the tail lamps are working properly before operating the Model M at night
or in low visibility conditions. Failure to check the tail lamps could result in injury if
others cannot see the chair and collide with it.
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It is not safe to operate the Model M with the footplate in an up (vertical) position.
Make sure the footplate is down before moving.
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Make sure your hands, arms, elbows and feet are inside the Model M when moving.
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Stopping distance on slopes can be significantly greater than on level ground.
CAUTION
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Reaching or leaning can affect the stability and balance of the Model M. Always
exercise caution when shifting your weight or balance in the Model M. When in
doubt, ask for help when reaching for inaccessible objects.
In addition to the warnings and caution above, as depicted in Figure 22 to ensure a smooth
and safe ride:
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Always approach curbs, thresholds, steps, and gradients straight-on
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Always approach obstacles, curbs, steps, and gradients at low speed
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Figure 22. Approach all obstacles and slopes at a slow speed and straight on
Stopping and Parking
The Model M uses four wheel drive. This means that when the Model M is not
powered (either because the power is turned off or because the directional controller
is not in use), all the wheels are locked and will not move. You can power off the
device and its brakes are automatically activated– no separate parking brake is
needed.
Sitting at a Table or Desk
Because the Model M has the unique feature of a sliding seat, you can position
yourself at a table, desk or other object using the following steps:
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Position the Model M as close to the object as possible but not so close that
the arm cannot be raised
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Lift both of the side arms to the upright position
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Put the Mode Switch into the S location and use the directional controller to
extend the seat base forward
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Ensure the device is powered off
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