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Fortress S-Series
4.0 Safety Information
If you follow the instructions given in this manual, you will
enjoy many trouble-free years of use.
4.1 GeNerAl WArNINGS:
WArNING!
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The S700 is primarily intended for outdoor use, it is
therefore larger than the S425. Due to the increased
dimensions, when using the S700 within the confines
of a building, please ensure that the building has
suitable emergency escape routes capable of
allowing free access for you and your scooter.
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This scooter should NOT be used on public streets or
roadways.
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Load data always refers to one single person as
operator.
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The scooter is authorized for use by one person.
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Do not operate your scooter whilst under detrimental
influence of alcohol, drugs or bouts of severe/acute
illness .
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Please observe all relevant rules and regulations
pertaining to pedestrians and road users, at all times.
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Always ensure that your scooter is switched off
before attempting to mount or dismount.
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Always ensure that you are able to operate all
controls from a comfortable position. Paying attention
to your posture is essential to ensure your continued
comfort and well being.
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Always make sure that you can be seen clearly,
especially if you intend using your scooter in poor
light.
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Switch on the scooter lights to make yourself visible
when there are low levels of light, day or night.
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The scooter has been built to match the needs of
the majority of users. If a personal risk assessment
highlights specific needs, the scooter may need to be
adjusted and/or reprogrammed.
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Do not let children or others use your scooter.
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Do not lift the scooter by any detachable parts such
as seat, arm rests, etc.
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Do not attempt inclines when any of the following
accessories are fitted, rear storage bag, rear
mounted wheelchair/walker holder or oxygen bottle
holder, as they may cause the scooter to become
unstable.
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Do not attempt to ascend or descend escalators or
stairways.
cAUtIoN!
4.2 FeAtUreS AND oPtIoNS:
Some of the options shown in this manual may not be
available in your country and some features may be
restricted (e.g. max. speed, user weight limit, range, etc.).
Any limitations are marked on the order form, in
the technical manual and in this owner’s manual.
For further information please consult your Sunrise
Medical authorized dealer.
DANGer!
4.3 PrelIMINAry cHecKS:
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Always check that Drive is selected before setting the
scooter in motion.
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The scooter emits an audible warning when Free-
wheel is selected and will not allow the scooter to
drive.
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You should not try to maneuver at full speed.
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If you have to make a sudden turn, slow down first
by releasing the control lever or the speed control
feature. This is very important if you are going down
a hill.
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Failure to slow down during a maneuver may result in
your overturning the scooter.
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Always check that the scooter is switched off before
trying to get on or off.
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Always check that you can be seen clearly, especially
if you are using the scooter in conditions of low
visibility.
4.4 eMerGeNcy brAKING:
WArNING!
Turning the ON-OFF key to the OFF position during
driving will cut the power and immediately apply the
brake. This method of stopping is not recommended
except for emergencies, since the stop will be extremely
sudden.
cAUtIoN!
Routine use of emergency braking will cause damage to
your scooter.
