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Safety
Static Position
When the chair is inactive even for a moment; the power must be off (Fig. A2). This will:
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Prevent the control panel from being activated by accidental touch which may cause the
chair to move unintentionally.
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Prevent the chair from electromagnetic interference sources which may activate the chair
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operation system and cause damage to the chair and bodily harm.
Do not allow anyone but you to touch the control panel. This will protect the chair from being
moved without your awareness and causing potential serious bodily harm.
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Weather Precautions
This power wheelchair shall not be used or stored in environments of rain, snow, icy or
slippery surfaces. These conditions may adversely affect the functions of the chair. Always
keep your chair in a clean and dry area.
Malfunction may occur if the device is in contact with rain, snow or high humidity
environments.Do not expose the chair to any extremely hot or cold conditions. The chair is not
fully waterproof; a humid environment may result in rusting or corrosion inside the chair. If you
are ever caught in any of these conditions, please proceed to shelter immediately.
To prevent malfunction, please adhere to the guidelines as follows:
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Do not operate or store the chair in an environment which has direct water contact;
extremely hot or cold temperature or high humidity.
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Do not use the chair while showering, swimming, etc.
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Do not use the chair in salt or fresh water
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Do not use the chair around any water sources (e.g. rivers, lakes, etc.)
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Do not flush the chair with water.
