Invacare® Storm®⁴
This product complies with Directive 93/42/EEC
concerning medical devices. The launch date of this
product is stated in the CE declaration of conformity.
Requirements:
This symbol identifies a list of various tools,
components and items which you will need in order
to carry out certain work. Please do not attempt to
carry out the work if you do not have the listed tools
available.
1.3
Type classification and intended use
This vehicle was designed for persons whose ability to walk is
impaired, but who are still in terms of their eyesight and physically
and mentally able to operate an electric vehicle. It has been classified
according to EN 12184 as a
class B mobility product
(for indoor
and outdoor areas). It is therefore compact and agile enough for
indoor areas, but also able to overcome many obstacles in outdoor
areas.
You can find precise information about speed, turning radius, driving
range, maximum safe slope, maximum obstacle height and permissible
operating conditions in chapter 12 Technical data, page 95.
Also pay attention to all safety information in chapter 2 Safety, page
10.
The vehicle was successfully tested according to German and
international standards as to its safety. It satisfies the requirements
according to RoHS 2011/65/EU, REACH 1907/2006/EC and DIN
EN 12184 including EN 1021-1/-2. It was also tested successfully
according to EN60529 IPX4 as to its resistance to spray water, and is
therefore well suited for weather conditions such as typical European
weather conditions. When equipped with an appropriate lighting
system, the vehicle is suitable for use on public roads.
1.4
Indications
The use of this mobility product is recommended for the following
indications:
The inability or a greatly restricted ability to walk within the scope
of the basic requirement to be able to move within one’s own four
walls. The need to leave the dwelling place in order to get some
fresh air during a short walk or to reach those places generally to be
found at close distance to the dwelling and where everyday business
is carried out.
Provision of power wheelchairs for interior and exterior areas
is advisable if the use of hand-operated wheelchairs is no longer
possible on account of the disability, yet proper operation of an
electromotive drive unit is still practicable.
1.5
Usability
Only use a mobility device when it is in perfect working order.
Otherwise, you might put yourself and others at risk.
The following list does not claim to be exhaustive. It is only intended
to show some of the situations that could affect the usability of your
mobility device.
In certain situations, you should immediately stop using your mobility
device. Other situations allow you to use the mobility device to get
to your dealer.
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You should immediately stop using your mobility device if its
usability is restricted due to:
– brake failure
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