Invacare Hydra C650PW, Руководство пользователя

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Thank you for your selection of this Invacare power wheelchair. This wheelchair is
manufactured from high quality 7000 series seamless aluminium tubing. The
advantage of using this high grade material is two fold, one, Invacare chairs
remain well within industry standards for strength and durability and two, Invacare
is able to build a high strength product at a minimum weight. Every component of
a Invacare chair is produced after extensive research and evaluation to ensure
durability, reliability and efficiency meet International Standards.
C650PW chair’s equipment: controllers and motor/gearbox combinations are
manufactured by industry leaders. Invacare Dealers throughout the nation can
assist you in maintaining your wheelchair to ensure it meets your satisfaction and
continues to offer you a well engineered health care product.
Safety Instructions
Safety is an important consideration when using a wheelchair. It is important that
you read and understand all the operating and safety instructions discussed in this
manual. Ensure that your power wheelchair is correctly fitted and adjusted by your
selling Dealer or by your attending therapist.
Be sure to engage the wheel locks before entering or leaving the chair. The wheel
locks are designed to prevent movement of the chair. It is preferable to ensure
that the front castors are in the forward position before transferring. With the
castors in the forward position the wheel base of the chair is increased therefore
offering more stability.
DO NOT move forward in the seat whilst leaning forward out of the chair. If an
object is to be picked up from the floor wheel or drive past it, then reverse so the
front castors are in the forward position, as the chair will then have it’s greatest
stability in this position.
To maintain lateral stability do not reach further than the length of your arm.
DO NOT lean out of the chair as this could cause instability.
When transferring DO NOT stand on the foot plates. Depending on the style of
foot plate either swing them away or fold them up before transferring.
When approaching a ramp be sure of your own ability and your limitations in terms
of strength and endurance. You and your carer should first consult a qualified
specialist as to the correct techniques for ramp negotiation.