14
Part No. 1123839
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Grounding Instructions
DANGER
When using an extension cord having at least 16 AWG (American Wire Gauge)
wire and the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. Use of
improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. Three
prong adapters can result in improper grounding and present a shock hazard to the
user.
DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any
plug used with or for ProBasics products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong
(grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards and fire. Where a
two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation
of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. If you must use an extension cord, use ONLY a three-wire
extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected.
In addition, ProBasics has placed RED/ORANGE warning tags on some equipment. DO
NOT remove these tags.
Rain Test
ProBasics has tested its power wheelchairs in accordance with ISO 7176 “Rain Test.” This
provides the end user or his/her assistant sufficient time to remove his/her power
wheelchair from a rain storm and retain wheelchair operation.
DO NOT leave power wheelchair in a rain storm of any kind.
DO NOT use power wheelchair in a shower or leave it in a damp bathroom while taking
a shower.
DO NOT store power wheelchair in a damp area for an extended period of time.
Direct exposure to excessive rain or dampness may cause the chair to malfunction
electrically and mechanically, may cause the chair to prematurely rust or may damage the
upholstery.
Check to ensure that the RED and GREY battery terminal caps are secured in place,
joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where water can enter and that all electrical
connections are secure at all times.
DO NOT use the wheelchair if the joystick boot is torn or cracked. If the joystick boot
becomes torn or cracked, replace IMMEDIATELY.
