Wheelchair Motors; Wheelchair Range; Road Use; Adverse Conditions - Quickie Jive M2 Sedeo Ergo Manuel D'utilisation

4.12 Wheelchair motors

After prolonged use, the motors will produce heat, which is
radiat ed through the motors' outer casing.
WARNING!
Do not touch the motors' outer casing for at least 30 minutes
after using the wheelchair, to allow it to cool. (Fig. 4.2).
• Hot surfaces
• Not only the motors can get hot during the operation of the
chair, but also the upholstery material and armrests when
standing in the sun.
Fig. 4.2

4.13 Wheelchair range

The range of your wheelchair can be affected by many factors
such as user weight, terrain, ambient temperature, use of
powered op tions, battery condition and motor speed.
NOTE: The stated range in the sales literature should be seen
as the theoretical maximum (ISO 7176; Part 4) and may not be
attained by every user (also see section 15.1 in this manual).
We recommend that every user initially limit their journey to half
the stated range, until they have confidence in the actual range
their wheelchair can attain.
CAUTION!
If your battery indicator is showing a low charge then do not
attempt a long journey unless you are confident in reaching
your destination and also returning to your home without the
risk of being left stranded.
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4.14 Road use

Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on
the road.
DANGER!
Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to
see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road. If in any
doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that
it is safe. Always cross the road as quickly as possible; there
may be other traffic.

4.15 Adverse conditions

Please be aware that when driving your wheelchair in adverse
conditions, e.g. on wet grass, mud, ice, snow or other slippery
surfaces, you may experience a reduction in the grip and
traction of your wheelchair.
DANGER!
• We recommend you take extra precautions in these
conditions, particularly on hills and slopes; your wheelchair
could become unstable or skid causing possible injury.
• When you are using a Powered Wheelchair take extra care
with loose or long items of clothing. Moving parts, such
as wheels, can be potentially dangerous or even fatal if
clothing becomes entangled.
NOTE: Extreme variances in temperature may trigger the self
protect mechanism in the control system. If this occurs the
control system will temporarily shut down to prevent damage to
the electronics or the wheelchair.

4.16 Ramps

WARNING!
When using a ramp, please ensure that it is capable of taking
the combined weight of the power chair and yourself. If a ramp
is being used to load a chair into a vehicle, please ensure the
ramp is properly secured to the vehicle.
Always approach the ramp head-on and exercise caution.
CAUTION!
Please ensure your ramp is suitable for the product you are
transporting.
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