CONVAID USER’S GUIDE
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Maintenance, Operating & Safety Instructions
• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
• ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• SAVE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
CAUTION:
• For increased safety, the seat belt should be used at all times.
• Do not leave user unattended.
• Do not strap user too tight.
• Straps should not interfere with breathing or circulation
• Always apply wheel locks before letting go of the chair.
• If front edge of seat is at or forward of the point where tires
touch the floor, avoid using front of seat tubes for support
during entry or exit from chair to prevent tipping.
• Avoid using footplates for weight support during exit or entry
of the chair.
Important Information
1. Waste Disposal
The shipping carton should be kept for possible return to the manufacturer/service facility
for repair or maintenance. Other paper packaging waste should be set aside for recycling.
For disposition of replaced parts or the complete chair, the materials should be separated
into: plastic, rubber, steel, aluminum, etc., and set aside for recycling.
2. Intended Use
This product is intended for use by a person with physical disabilities who is frequently or
permanently non-ambulatory. The chair is always under the control and supervision of an
attendant, and the occupant should never be left unattended.
3. Suitable Environment
The chair is intended for both indoor and outdoor use. If the chair is used in the rain, the
excess water should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the chair is splashed with mud or
corrosive substances like salt water or road salt, the chair should be washed clean with
water, wiped dry and a hypoallergenic and biodegradable lubricant reapplied to the mov-
ing parts. The chair should never go into seawater, as it will corrode areas that cannot be
washed clean. When going from outside to inside, clean any excess dirt or mud from the
wheels to prevent soiling of inside environment.
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