Otto Bock Voyager Evo, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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CAUTION
Risky operation
The user may fall or tip over, and may cause accidents with other traffic participants
► Push slowly when crossing obstacles (e.g. steps, curbs) and negotiating uphill or downhill slopes and
inclines.
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Never cross obstacles at an angle. Always approach obstacles head on (at an angle of 90°).
► Raise the front wheels before crossing obstacles.
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Avoid collisions with obstacles and dropping off curbs/ledges.
► Avoid driving cross-country.
CAUTION
Wrong use of the wheel lock
Risk of falling with abrupt braking or rolling away of the wheelchair
► Do not use the wheel lock when travelling.
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Apply the wheel lock to prevent the wheelchair from moving on uneven ground or during transfers (e.g. into a
car).
CAUTION
Lack of tipping resistance on public transport
Falls, tipping over of the user, damage to the product caused through incorrect positioning of the wheelchair
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Always observe currently applicable legal requirements when using public transport.
► Always ensure that you are held in place securely when travelling on public transport. To do so, use the
wheelchair areas, wheelchair bays and restraint systems provided. Firmly tighten the wheel locks.
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Please note that the anti-tipper, if activated, may be exposed to heavy loads when the public transport vehicle
starts to move. In order to avoid damage, the manufacturer recommends that the wheelchair is positioned at a
right angle to the direction of travel if no restraint system for passengers with reduced mobility is available.
CAUTION
Driving in the dark
Risk of collisions with other traffic participants due to lack of light
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Wear bright clothing or clothing with reflectors.
► Install active lighting on your product.
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Ensure that the reflectors on the product are clearly visible.
Hazards when overcoming obstacles
WARNING
Overcoming steps and obstacles without assistance
User may fall or tip over
► Always have accompanying persons help you negotiate steps and other obstacles.
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Use available facilities (e.g. access ramps or lifts).
► If such facilities are not available, have 2 assistants carry you over the obstacle.
WARNING
Wrong lifting by accompanying persons
Risk of falling, tipping of the user
► Accompanying persons may only lift the wheelchair at permanently installed parts.
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Accompanying persons must ensure that with height-adjustable push handles, the clamping levers are
securely locked.
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