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TRANSPORTATION / MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
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Shuttle Discovery has been tested in accordance with ISO 7176-19 Wheelchairs
- Part 19: Wheeled mobility devices for use as seats in motor vehicles.
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Do not use the sibling seat for transporting a second child.
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Never use the Discovery Seat as a car seat.
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Transfer the user to the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-manufacturer-installed
restraint systems whenever it is feasible.
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When using the Shuttle Discovery for transit the plastic tray accessory must be
removed from the Discovery Seat.
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Postural management pelvic belts and chest harnesses are NOT motor vehicle
occupant restraints. Please refer to the section
Using Shuttle Discovery for
Transportation in Motor vehicles
for further details and guidance.
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Always secure the seat tilt in space and the backrest recline using the RED
safety plungers provided.
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An unoccupied Shuttle Discovery must be secured when being transported in
the vehicle.
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Do NOT use the Shuttle Discovery (seat or stroller) if it has been involved in a
motor vehicle accident.
OTHER WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
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The caregiver must take precautions against fire risks. In all buildings, check
the location of fire exits and ensure procedures are understood. Do not use the
Shuttle Discovery near a fire or exposed flame.
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Keep the Shuttle Discovery away from sources of heat such as flames, cigarettes,
open fires, heaters, radiators, etc.
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Clean and dry your Shuttle Discovery if wet
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Take care when folding or unfolding the Verve Stroller to prevent your
fingers being entrapped.
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Only use the Shuttle Discovery at a normal / steady walking speed. Do
not let go of the stroller while pushing it. Use the safety hand strap
provided, as shown right.
WARNING!
Always make sure that the red seat release knobs are properly
engaged at all times when the Discovery Seat is being used in any bases.
WARNING!
Do not leave the user exposed to the sun. The canopy / sunhood
on this product will not give the user protection from the harmful rays of the sun.
WARNING!
Never leave the user unattended in the Shuttle Discovery, even for
the shortest time.
Warnings
