RAPIDO Instructions Manual
Status: April-03
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LEG
SUPPORTS
If you are not happy with the leg supports supplied with the wheelchair, you can choose others from a
wide range available. The foot support sockets are standardised and any of the other foot rests can be
inserted.
If you have any questions about other foot support systems, you could contact your dealer who would
gladly inform you about alternatives.
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SAFETY BELT FOR PERSONS (B58)
We offer a safety belt fitted with a clasp (like those found in motor cars). Unscrew the backrest, pull
the seatbelt loops over the back supporting bars, replace and tighten the backrest and make sure that
the loops are placed between the two backrest suspensions.
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To retain your warranty, let your specialist dealer install the belt.
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The fixing screws of the backrest should be tightened securely.
If you prefer other seatbelt systems, please contact your dealer. He shall gladly help you.
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ANTI-TIPPING
(B78)
As a safety measure we have installed a device which prevents the wheelchair from tIpping over
backwards.
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Each time before driving off you should make sure that the anti-tipping guard is functioning
correctly, namely that its rollers prevent futher backwards tipping by pressing on the ground.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
You should remember and apply the following safety hints:
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When driving, take care that no objects and/or body parts make contact with the spokes of the
driving wheels; it could result in injury and damage.
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Do not step on the footplates when getting into or out of the wheelchair. The footplates should
be upwards or the entire leg support turned sideways.
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Investigate the effects of changes in the centre of gravity on the behaviour of the wheelchair,
for example on gradients, slopes, surfaces which incline sideways, or coping with obstacles>
Do not do this on your own, only with a helper who can watch over your safety.
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If you want to pick something up lying in front, on the side, or to the rear of the wheelchair, do
not lean too far out, otherwise you would be in danger of tipping over.
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Use your wheelchair in accordance with legal requirements. For example, avoid approaching
an obstacle (step, kerb) without braking, or jumping down from a ledge.
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Stairs may only be taken with the aid of helpers. If there are alternatives like ramps or lifts,
rather use these.
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Take care of the profile and inflation pressure of the tyres.
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Kindly obey all street traffic regulations when driving outdoors.
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Do not use your wheelchair when under the influence of alcohol or medicinal drugs, even
indoors.
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When travelling outdoors, adapt your driving behaviour to weather and traffic conditions.
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The motors must be engaged when operating electrically, otherwise they might run hot and/or
wear out.
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Wear brightly coloured clothing or clothes with reflectors to improve visibility, and make sure
that the rear and side reflectors of the wheelchair are clearly visible.
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Be very careful with fire, especially cigarettes; the seat and backrest covers might be ignited.
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Do not exceed the maximum load of 120 kg.
