• Dealers or resellers are responsible for providing this manual
to any user or purchaser of this device. Failure to provide
this manual to a user increases the risk of serious injury.
BEFORE EACH USE:
• Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work
smoothly.
• Check for noise, vibration or any change in use. Changes
may indicate loose parts or wheelchair damage.
• Check to ensure wheel locks are in good working order.
• Make sure hand grips are
or twisted.
• Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position
• Make sure that the lap positioning belt (if applicable) is
securely attached to the wheelchair.
• If the wheelchair is damaged, discontinue use and contact
your dealer/distributor for authorized parts, repairs or
replacement.
• If there are any problems with your wheelchair,
attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the dealer/provider or
store for any needed parts or repair.
WARNING!
•
equipment. Whether you are a new wheelchair user or have
years of experience, you
to the wheelchair before you begin riding. Start slowly and
take the time to learn the handling, maneuvering and ride
characteristics of this wheelchair.
when opening or closing the wheelchair.
wheelchair until the seat is completely in the open position.
The risk of injury may occur if care is
DO NOT
•
panel.
DO NOT
•
open.
ALWAYS
•
you will be using your wheelchair before you get there.
ALWAYS
• Be aware of your center of gravity when you first start using
your wheelchair.
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Each wheelchair is a unique piece of medical
WARNING:
point areas at moving parts and between the
seat frame and the seat cradles on some models.
When opening the wheelchair, take care
to place your hand or fingers between the seat
frame and the seat cradles (if present) or on any
other moving parts.
or fingers on the underside of the seat frame rail
place your hands between the seat rail and side
sit or transfer into the wheelchair unless it is fully
learn as much as you can about the places where
be alert for hazards and learn how to avoid them.
NOT
loose and cannot be moved
MUST
take the time to acclimate
There are potential finger pinch
DO NOT
NOT
DO NOT
NOT
place your hand
DO NOT
sit in the
taken.