© 2016 Van Os Medical B.V.
Koperslagerij 3 | 4651 SK Steenbergen | The Netherlands | T: +31 (0)167-573020 | E: info@vanosmedical.nl | W:
www.vanosmedical.com
© 2016 Van Os Medical B.V.
Koperslagerij 3 | 4651 SK Steenbergen | The Netherlands | T: +31 (0)167-573020 | E: info@vanosmedical.nl | W:
www.vanosmedical.com
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User manual
| Solax Go! and Solax Deluxe
User manual
| Solax Go! and Solax Deluxe
3.
Safety regulations
Van Os Medical B.V. specifically disclaims responsibility for any injuries or property damage, which may occur during
any use when the recommendations and warnings described in this user manual are not followed.
The Solax is a safe and stable product when used correctly, it is possible if you use scooter incorrectly that
dangerous situations may occur.
3.1
General safety regulations
Protect your scooter by checking it regularly. When a part of your Solax doesn’t function correctly, a dangerous
situation could occur. Therefore, you must keep your scooter in perfect condition, to ensure safe use. Periodical
inspection, correct adjustment and replacement of broken or worn parts in quick time will result in use for years
without any problems. A qualified Solax dealer, who will only use Solax replacement parts, will take care of your
scooter and make sure you can use your scooter for years without problems.
3.2.
Warnings for safe use
To prevent any damage to your property, the scooter or the user of the scooter , you must read the following
warnings. Van Os Medical B.V. is not responsible for any damage, provided that the warnings are heeded. After
reading the warnings, you agree with the regulations, mentioned in this user manual.
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Failure to follow all the instructions in this manual may result in damage to the scooter or serious injury;
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Always operate your scooter with thought, care and safety;
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Do not drive into kerbs;
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It is important that the maximum user weight is not exceeded. The maximum user weight is the weight of the
occupant including luggage, etc;
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Unauthorised modification and or use of parts not supplied by Solax will invalidate the warranty of this
scooter and may lead to injury to the user and or damage to the scooter;
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Do not let children play with or on your scooter or take any children on your lap while driving;
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To avoid tipping hazard, do not make turns at full speed;
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All wheels must be in contact with the floor at all times during use. This will ensure the scooter is properly
balanced;
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Do not use your scooter when it is damaged or has any malfunction;
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Do not attempt to use your scooter on an escalator. Always use an elevator;
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Do not carry passengers under any circumstances;
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Always make sure the scooter is off before transporting or dismantling;
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Never drive across a slope or incline this will result in the scooter tipping over;
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Do not drive backwards with your scooter on an incline or across an uneven surface;
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Always make sure the seat is locked in place before operating your scooter;
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Always come to a full stop before changing direction from forward to reverse or from reverse to forward;
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Do not use your scooter if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication;
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Do not negotiate ramps or kerbs that exceed your scooters capacity;
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Always approach inclines straight on;
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Always be aware of and careful near mechanical pinch points especially when assembling and disassembling
your scooter;
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Never sit on your scooter when it is being transported;
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If you need to transport the scooter by car, you should always do this with the right system;
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Always keep extra care when driving on soft or uneven surface such as grass and gravel, to decrease the risk
of getting stuck in the ground;
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Always cross streets at junctions or designated crossing points and use crosswalks or the most direct route,
