Forest kids
2015-11
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1.6 Safety
instructions
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When getting into and out of the wheelchair, do not stand on the footplates. The
footplates should be folded up beforehand.
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Investigate the effects of shifting the centre of gravity on the behavior of the wheelchair,
for example on up or down gradients, on laterally sloping ground, or when overcoming
obstacles. Obtain support from an attendant.
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If you want to pick up something (lying in front of, on the side, or to the rear of the
wheelchair), you should not lean too far out to avoid tipping over.
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When moving through doors, arches, etc. ensure that there is enough room at the sides
so that you do not get your hands or arms caught or crushed and that there is no
damage to the wheelchair.
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Only use your wheelchair according to regulations. For example, avoid uncontrolled
rolling against obstacles (steps, curbs, doorframes, etc) or dropping down from ledges.
The manufacturer cannot assume liability for damage caused by overloading, collision or
other improper use.
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When moving on the public highway, you are subject to the rules of the road.
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When driving your wheelchair, you should not be under the influence of alcohol or
medicine as in the case of driving other vehicles. This also applies to indoor driving.
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When travelling outdoors, adapt your driving to weather and traffic conditions.
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Do not use your electric wheelchair in rainy conditions.
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Avoid putting your electric wheelchair into the free-wheeling position on slopes.
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Never reverse uphill.
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Reduce speed when you go round corners.
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To be better visible when driving in the dark, wear the brightest possible clothing or
clothes with reflectors and make sure that the reflectors of the wheelchair are clearly
visible and drive with lightning on.
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Make sure that the lights and reflectors of your electric wheelchair are free from dirt
and/or other objects that could hide them.
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When transporting the wheelchair, never pick it up by grasping movable parts (wheels,
seat cushion, footrests, armrests, etc.)
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When transporting the electric wheelchair, no persons may be transferred along with it.
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No additional passengers may be taken.
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When storing or parking your electric wheelchair outside, protect it with a shrouding
cover against humidity.
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High levels of humidity or very cold conditions can reduce the performance of your
electric wheelchair.
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Be careful when using possible causes of fire such as cigarettes since they may set the
seat and back covers alight.
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Never exceed the maximum load of 50 kg.
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Use only Vermeiren approved accessories.
Position: Parking brakes activated (electric driving possible)
Position: Parking brakes deactivated (free running and pushing possible, no electric driving)
During free running, be careful with slopes and inclinations
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