Safety guidance
Attention
• It is the user’s responsibility to read the manual and sup-
plied documents before using the eFOLDi and to follow all
of the recommendations contained within, to fully com-
ply with all local laws of their countries and localities and
to use the eFOLDi with due diligence and regard to other
road users and pedestrians.
• The eFOLDi is simple to use, but its folding mechanism can
cause significant injury if used inappropriately and han-
dled without due care and diligence. To avoid any risk of
injury ensure hands, fingers, jewellery, clothing and other
objects are not allowed to interfere with the folding mech-
anism or moving parts of the eFOLDi and study the manual
carefully before you start operating your eFOLDi.
• It is advised that the user familiarise themselves with the
folding and unfolding procedure before venturing outside.
The user should also ensure that they familiarise them-
selves with the controls and handling of the power chair
in a safe area away from obstacles and other pedestrians
or road users.
• Fully charge the battery(ies) before first use and follow the
guidelines in this manual for prolonging the life of your
battery.
Caution:
Do NOT ride over rough, cobbled, muddy or loose gravel surfaces.
Your eFOLDi is designed for smooth and firm footpaths, roads and
pedestrian areas only.
The stopping distance on slopes can be significantly greater than
on level ground; The power chair surface temperatures can in-
crease when exposed to external sources of heat (e.g. sunlight)
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