User Guide
Wheelchair ‘Kontiki’
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2 S
AFETY
2.1 I
NTRODUCTION
This wheelchair has been designed and built in such a way that it can be used and
maintained in safety. This applies to the use, the conditions and the instructions as
described in this documentation. Reading of this documentation and adherence to the
instructions is therefore a
must
for all those who will be using this wheelchair
2.2 S
AFETY PROVISIONS
The wheelchair has the following safety provisions:
•
Parking
brake.
•
Anti-tip supports to prevent tipping backwards.
•
Attachment points for securing in taxis.
2.3 S
AFETY RULES
•
Only persons who have read and understood the operating instructions may
operate the wheelchair.
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The wheelchair is not a toy: ensure that children do not play with it.
•
Do not climb or descend slopes steeper than 11º.
•
Never mount or dismount a slope askew.
•
Never mount or dismount kerbs of more than 8 cm.
•
Always mount or dismount from a kerb backwards and at right angles, and not
with one front wheel on the pavement and one front wheel on the road.
•
Observe the traffic rules when using public roads.
•
On pavements, maintain a safe distance between yourself and pedestrians, and
be alert for sudden, unexpected movements by children.
•
Ensure that the tyre pressures are correct (see chapter 6 or the sticker on your
wheelchair).
•
Safety provisions may not be removed or disabled.
•
Safety may decrease with use. Ensure that maintenance is adequate.
•
Do not use the wheelchair if the safety provisions are damaged or not in good
working order. Ensure that the wheelchair is repaired.
•
When taking a taxi, make use of the taxi’s tiedown system and safety belt.
2.4 N
ON
-
PERMISSIBLE USE
Attention is drawn to the following uses for which the wheelchair is
not suitable
:
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