V. EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE)
WARNING
Heed all warnings to reduce the risk of unintended brake release or chair
movement:
1.
Beware of the danger from hand-held transceivers. Never turn on
or use a hand-held transceiver while power to your device is on.
Use extra care if you believe that such a device may be in use near
your chair.
2.
Be aware of nearby radio or TV stations, and avoid coming close to
them.
3.
If unintended movement occurs, turn your device off as soon as it is
safe to do so.
A. WHAT IS EMI?
WARNING
1.
EMI means: electromagnetic (EM) interference (I). EMI comes from
radio wave sources such as radio transmitters and transceivers. (A
“transceiver” is a device that both sends and receives radio wave
signals).
2.
There are a number of sources of intense EMI in your daily environ-
ment. Some of these are obvious and easy to avoid. Others are not,
and you may not be able to avoid them.
3.
Powered wheelchairs may be susceptible to electromagnetic inter-
ference (EMI) emitted from sources such as radio stations, TV sta-
tions, amateur radio (HAM) transmitters, two way radios, and cellu-
lar phones.
4.
EMI can also be produced by conducted sources or electro-static
discharge (ESD).
B. WHAT EFFECT CAN EMI HAVE?
WARNING
1.
EMI can cause your chair, without warning, to:
• Release its brakes
• Move by itself
• Move in unintended directions
If any of these occur, it could result in severe injury to you or oth-
ers.
2.
EMI can damage the control system of your chair. This could create
a safety hazard, and lead to costly repairs.
C. SOURCES OF EMI
WARNING
The sources of EMI fall into three broad types:
1.
Hand-Held Transceivers:
The antenna is usually mounted directly on the unit. These include:
•
Citizens band (CB) radios
•
“Walkie-talkies”
•
Security, fire and police radios
•
Mobile phones
•
Lap-top computers with phone or fax
•
Other personal communication devices
•
Electronic article surveillance systems
NOTE –
These devices can transmit signals while they are on, even if not
in use.
2.
Medium-Range Mobile Transceivers:
These include two-way radios used in police cars, fire trucks, ambulances and
taxi cabs. The antenna is usually mounted on the outside of the vehicle.
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ENGLISH
IV. NOTICE– READ BEFORE USE
A. CHOOSE THE RIGHT DEVICE
This product is intended for single person use only. Final selection of the
type of wheelchair, options and adjustments that are used with the Power
Assist Technology rests solely with you and your health care professional.
Choosing the best chair for your unique mobility needs, will depend on
such
things as:
1.
Your disability, grasping strength, balance and coordination.
2.
The types of hazards you must overcome in daily use (where you
live and work, and other places you are likely to use your chair).
INTENDED USE:
The Quickie Xtender is a battery operated device with
wheels. It is intended to provide mobility and power assist to persons
restricted to a sitting position.
B. REVIEW THIS MANUAL OFTEN
Before using this device you, and each person who may assist you, should
read this entire manual and make sure to follow all instructions. Review
the
warnings often, until they are second nature to you.
C. WARNINGS
The word “WARNING” refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that may
cause
severe injury or death to you or to other persons. The “Warnings”
are in
three main sections, as follows:
1. V - EMI
Here you will learn about electromagnetic interference and how it
can affect your chair.
2. VI. - GENERAL WARNINGS
Here you will find a safety checklist and a summary of risks you
need to be aware of before you ride this chair.
3. VII. - SAFETY WARNINGS: BATTERIES
Here you will learn about practices for the safe use of your equip-
ment, and how to avoid a fall or tip-over while you perform daily
activities in your chair.
4. VIII. - BATTERIES
Here you will learn about battery and charger safety, and how to
avoid injury.
Throughout this owner’s manual and on the wheelchair you will see the icons
listed below to identify warnings and potential hazards.
ESD:
Electrostatic Discharge can damage printed circuit boards.
NOTE –
Where they apply, you will also find “Warnings” in other sec-
tions of this manual. Heed all warnings in these sections. If you
fail to do so a fall, tip-over or loss of control may occur and
cause severe injury to the rider or others.
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