SPECIAL NOTES
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WARNING CONTINUED
The following warnings apply specifically to the SureStep Feature:
• DO NOT use on inclines greater than 9°.
• DO NOT use on inclines with wet, slippery, icy or oily surfaces. This may include
certain painted or otherwise treated wood surfaces.
• DO NOT traverse down ramps at high speed. Doing so will reduce traction and
increase stopping distance.
• The end user’s weight can materially affect traction on sloped surfaces. Great
care should be taken when traversing such slopes.
To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice use of this product
on various sloping surfaces in the presence of a qualified healthcare provider before
attempting active use of this wheelchair. Other general warnings listed within this
document also apply.
Wheelchairs should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water
exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should
be replaced immediately.
Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to
water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware manufacturer that
complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
2002/96/CE.
This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if
disposed of in places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
The 'crossed out wheelie bin' symbol is placed on this product to encourage you to recycle
wherever possible.
Please be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling
facility at its end of life.
