WARNING!
–
DO NOT connect any medical devices such as
ventilators, life support machines, etc. directly to
the batteries used to power the wheelchair. This
could cause unexpected failure of the device and the
wheelchair.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Grease may leak from the gearbox and cause injury or
damage from falling or fire.
–
Follow the maintenance instructions in this manual.
–
Routinely inspect the gearbox for grease leakage.
If the gearbox is leaking grease:
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Stop use immediately.
–
Keep the product away from sparks, flame, and open
heat sources.
–
Contact your dealer or Invacare for repair.
WARNING!
Risk of Death, Serious Injury, or Damage
Missing attaching hardware could cause instability
resulting in death, serious injury or damage.
–
Ensure all attaching hardware is present and tightened
securely.
1.6.2
Stairways and Escalators
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Improper use on stairways and escalators may cause
injury, damage or death.
–
DO NOT attempt to move an occupied wheelchair
between floors using a stairway or escalator.
–
DO NOT attempt to move an empty power
wheelchair between floors using an escalator.
–
Observe and follow all safety warnings.
–
Use instructions provided for safe transportation
between floors.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
Improper lifting technique may cause injury or damage.
–
Use proper lifting techniques, assistance and gear such
as straps when available when lifting heavy loads.
When using a stairway to move the wheelchair and any
accessories, move all wheelchair components away from the
stairway prior to reassembly.
•
Use an elevator or other accepted safe means of transportation
between floors.
•
Extreme caution is advised when it is necessary to move
an unoccupied power wheelchair up or down the stairs or
escalator.
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