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Definition of Symbols
Manual Definitions
Throughout this manual different type fonts and icons are used to aid user readability and
understanding of the content. Below are some examples.
Standard Text
Used for regular information.
Bold Face Text
Emphasizes a word or phrase.
NOTE
SETS
APART
SPECIAL
INFORMATION
OR
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTION
CLARIFICATION.
Warnings and Cautions
Warnings/Cautions:
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating, maintenance or servicing instructions. Disregarding a
warning could result in user and/or user injury as well as damage to equipment.
Manufacture label for Wheelchairs of Kansas (WOK):
WARNING:
The wheelchair is to be used in accordance with each facility’s
policies and procedures.
For user and patient safety, read and follow all warnings and instructions that apply to use of the
BCW Advantage™ Wheelchair. Before using this wheelchair, the user must know what to do to
ensure safety.
Put the user at ease. The care provider should communicate with the user by telling them what
they are planning to do.
Work with the user’s doctor, nurse or therapist to learn safe methods best suited to the care
provider’s abilities and those of the patient.
Always use good posture and proper body mechanics. When possible use assistive safe patient
handling devices, if necessary to manually lift or support the patient, bend knees slightly and
keep back as upright and straight as possible.
