Geo Cruiser Owner’s Manual V1.3
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II. SAFETY
RAMPS, SLOPES & SIDEHILLS
The center of balance of your Geo Cruiser changes when you are on a slope. Never use this
power chair on a slope unless you are sure it is safe. When in doubt, have someone help
you.
Beware Of:
1. Steep slopes. Do not use your Geo Cruiser on a slope steeper than 10°. (A 10° slope means:
One foot in elevation for every ten feet of slope length).
2. Wet or slippery surfaces (such as when ice, snow, water or oil film is present).A loss of
traction may cause a fall or tip-over.
1. A change in grade on a slope (or a lip, bump or depression). These may cause a fall or
tip-over.
2. A drop-off at the bottom of a slope. (A drop-off of as small as 3/4 inch can stop a front
caster and cause the Geo Cruiser to tip forward).
RAMPS AT HOME & WORK
Make sure ramps meet all building codes for your area.
For your safety, have a licensed contractor build or remodel ramp to meet all standards.
At A Minimum:
1. Open sides of ramp must have side rails to prevent your Geo Cruiser from going over
the edge.
2. Slope must not be steeper than one inch in height for every one foot of slope length.
3. Ramp surface must be even, and have a non-skid surface.
4. You may need to add a section at the top or bottom to avoid a lip or drop-off.
5. Ramp must be sturdy. Add bracing if needed so the
ramp does not “bow” when you ride
on it.
NOTE:
“Slope” includes a ramp or side hill. Your Geo Cruiser is less stable when it
is at an angle
