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VI.

H. WHEN SEATED IN A PARKED

WHEELCHAIR

WARNING

1. Always turn off all power to your chair when you are

parked, even for a moment. This will prevent:
• Accidental movement from contact with the joystick by you

or others.

• Unintended brake release or movement from EMI sources.

(See Section V)

2. Make sure that persons who help you (for example, store

clerks) are aware of the joystick and do not touch it. If they
do, your chair may move suddenly when you do not expect
it.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

WARNING

Your chair is not designed for use in a heavy rain storm, or in
snowy or icy conditions.

1. Contact with water or excessive moisture can cause an elec-

trical malfunction. The frame, motors and other chair parts
are not watertight and may rust or corrode from the inside.
To avoid a chair failure:
• Minimize exposure of your chair to a rain storm or very

wet conditions.

• Never take your chair into a shower, tub, pool or sauna.
• Do not use your chair in fresh or salt water (such as at

the edge of a stream, lake, or ocean).

•  Make sure shroud cover and deck lid are secure.
•  Replace joystick boot if it becomes torn or cracked.
•  Make sure all electrical connections are secure.
•  Dry the chair as soon as you can if it gets wet, or if you

use water to clean it.

2. Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your

chair on a wet or slick surface.
• Do so only if you are sure it is safe.
• Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this

occurs, you may lose control of your chair or fall.

• Never operate your chair on a slope or ramp if there is

snow, ice, water or oil film present.

• When in doubt, have someone help you.

3. When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry place.

J. TERRAIN

WARNING

1. This chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as

concrete, asphalt and indoor flooring.

2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough

terrain. Doing so may damage wheels, bearings, axles or
motors, or loosen fasteners.

K. STREET USE

WARNING

In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public
roads. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in
parking lots.

1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on

your chair and clothing.

2. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with

drivers before you proceed. When in doubt, yield until you
are sure it is safe.

L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY

WARNING

To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not
approved any tie down system for transporting this wheel-
chair in a motor vehicle.

1. Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle. In an acci-

dent or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair.
• Wheelchair belts are designed to position the rider only

and will not protect you in an accident; further injury
may result from the belts.

2. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be

secured with proper motor vehicle restraints.

3. Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It

may shift and interfere with the driver.

4. Always secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift.

M. CENTER OF BALANCE

WARNING

The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the
side depends on its center of balance and stability.

The Center Of Balance Is Affected By:

1. The seat height and seat angle.
2. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribu-

tion.

3. Using this chair on a ramp or slope.
4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of

added weight.

To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over:

1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications

authorized by Sunrise before you modify or adjust this chair.

NOTE–

You may need to make additional changes to correct the center of
balance.

2. Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this

chair and how to avoid a fall or tip-over.

N. TRANSFERS

WARNING

It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good bal-
ance and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every
transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you. To avoid a
fall:

1. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your

chair. If you fail to do so you may touch the joystick and
cause your chair to move when you do not expect it.

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