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OBSTACLES
Always approach obstacles slowly and ensure that such obstacles can be safely maneuvered upon.
See Figures 1a and 1b below for correct curb approach.
PROHIBITED! Never attempt to climb or descend an obstacle that is higher
than one inch.
PROHIBITED! Never attempt to maneuver your power
chair backwards
down any stair, curb, or other obstacle.
Figures 1a
1b
DRIVING ON INCLINES/DECLINES
The following are tips that should be followed when approaching, climbing, or descending
inclines/declines in grade and/or ramps. See Figure 2 below for the maximum safe slope.
o
Approach inclines/declines with caution.
o
Always avoid sudden stops on inclines or declines, but if you
do stop,
accelerate slowly
when starting up again
.
o
When driving down an incline/ramp always set the powerchair’s speed control to the
slowest setting to ensure control of the chair.
o
Lean slightly forward when ascending an incline and lean slight
ly
to the rear when
descending a decline.
WARNING! Never attempt to climb or descend a ramp that is wet, frozen,
or includes unstable surfaces.
WARNING! Never climb an incline at an angle. Drive the power chair
straight up the incline.
WARNING! Even though your Zip
'
r Mantis is capable of climbing slopes
greater than those described in Figure 2
,
do not under any circumstance
exceed the guidelines presented in this manual.
WARNING: 8° maximum
in
cline and
9
° maximum decline.
Figure 2
SAFETY continued
8° 9°
