12.2
Dangerous ground and dangerous situations
The e·motion driver decides independently over which routes
to drive, taking into account his or her driving skills and
physical abilities.
Prior to starting out he/she should check the e·motion for
worn or damaged tyres, as well as the state of charge of the
battery. These safety checks, as well as personal driving skills
are particularly important in the following dangerous situations,
where the e·motion driver must decide if he/she has the ability
to drive along them:
· Quay walls, landing and berthing points, paths and places
close to water, unsecured bridges and dikes
· Narrow paths, sloping ground such as ramps and driveways,
narrow paths beside inclines, mountain routes
· Narrow and/or sloping paths close to main arterial roads or
close to chasms
· Leaf- and
snow-covered or icy driving routes
· Ramps and lifting gear on vehicles
With the e·motion slopes or inclines can be
driven on in accordance with the details
provided by the wheelchair manufacturer. Basic
prerequisites for this, however, are perfect tyre treads,
the correct air pressure in the wheels, completely safe
terrain and a maximum occupant weight of 120 kg.
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· The e·motion was subjected to a rain test as per ISO 7176
and functioned normally during brief showers. However, it
should not be left standing for longer periods of time in the
rain and journeys during rainfall as well as driving through
water should be avoided.
Do not use or store the e·motion when the batteries have
been removed. Ensure that the charging sockets of the
batteries (see Chapter 9) are covered with the plastic cap
to prevent contact with water. After coming into contact
with water, dry the e·motion with a cloth.
· Despite compliance with all current EMC directives, the
driving characteristics of the e·motion may be influenced
by electromagnetic fields.
Under certain adverse circumstances, mobile phones and
other radiating devices can result in error conditions.
Furthermore, the e·motion itself can also cause interference
to electromagnetic fields, which in extreme cases can lead
to older alarm systems in shops being triggered or older
automatic doors in public buildings to open.
Also please observe the safety instructions in
the usage manual for your wheelchair, as well
as the additional safety instructions in chapter
12.2 “Dangerous ground and dangerous situations”.
