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Secure your wheelchair on uneven ground or when
transferring (e.g. into a car) by using the wheel locks.
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For high amputees you must use anti-tip tubes.
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Before setting off, check that your tyre pressure is
correct. For rear wheels it should be at least 3.5 bar (
350 kPa). The max. pressure is indicated on the tyre.
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The knee-lever brakes will only work if there is sufficient
tyre pressure and if the correct setting has been made
(see the Chapter on "Wheel locks").
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The wheel locks are not intended to brake your
wheelchair. They are only there to ensure that your
wheelchair does not begin rolling unintentionally. When
you stop on uneven ground, you should always use the
wheel locks to prevent such rolling. Always apply both
wheel locks; otherwise, your wheelchair could tip over.
•
The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as
brakes for a moving wheelchair.
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Always make use of elevators and ramps. If these
are not available, you should request the help of an
attendant. They should only grip the wheelchair at
securely mounted parts. If anti-tip tubes are fitted these
must be folded away. A wheelchair should never be
lifted with an occupant; it should only be pushed.
•
If the seat and back sling are damaged, you must
replace them immediately.
•
Do not lift or carry the wheelchair by the backtubes or
the pushhandles.
•
Do not fit any unauthorized electronic equipment,
powered or mechanically operated mobility drives,
hand-bike or any other device that changes the intended
use or the structure of the wheelchair.
•
Any combination with other medical devices requires the
approval of Sunrise Medical.
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Be careful with fire, in particular with burning cigarettes.
Seat and back slings can be set alight.
•
If and whenever possible, during a journey in a specially
fitted vehicle for disabled people, vehicle occupants
should use the seats in the vehicle and the appropriate
restraint system. This is the only way to ensure that
occupants will have the maximum protection if there is
an accident. When using safety elements offered by
SUNRISE MEDICAL and using a specially designed
safety system, lightweight wheelchairs can be used as a
seat when being transported in a specially fitted vehicle.
(See the Chapter on "Transportation").
•
Always make sure that the quick-release axles on the
rear wheels are set properly and lock in. If the button on
the quick-release axle is not pressed in, the rear wheel
cannot be removed.
•
In particular when using lightweight metal handrims,
fingers will easily become hot when braking from a high
speed or on long inclines.
•
If the wheelchair is subject to direct sunlight for a long
period of time, then parts of the wheelchair (e.g. frame,
legrests, brakes and sideguard) may become hot
(>41°C).
•
To avoid hand injuries do not grab in between the
spokes or between the rear wheel and wheel lock when
driving the wheelchair.
•
When using the chair outside, always wear leather
gloves which will increase your grip and protect the
fingers from dirt and overheating.
•
Do not use the wheelchair on slopes > 10°.
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The Dynamic safe slope is dependant on the chair
configuration, the users abilities and the style of riding.
As the users abilities and style of riding cannot be
pre-determined then the max safe slope cannot be
determined. Therefore this must be determined by the
user with the assistance of an attendant to prevent
tipping. It is strongly recommended that inexperienced
users have Ant-tips fitted.
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Do not use your wheelchair on muddy or icy ground.
•
Do not use your wheelchair where pedestrians are not
allowed.
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With all moving parts there is a natural risk of finger
traps. Please handle with care
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The wheelchair should not be used in heavy rain, snow,
slippery, or unsound surfaces.
•
Do not use the wheelchair in hazardous environments.
WARNING!
CHOKING HAZARD
– This mobility aid uses small
parts which under certain circumstances may present a
choking hazard to young children.
NOTE :
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The effect of the knee-lever brake as well as the
general driving characteristics are dependant on
tyre pressure. The wheelchair is significantly lighter
and easier to manoeuvre when the rear wheels are
pumped up correctly and both wheels have the same
pressure.
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Make sure that your tyres have sufficient tread!
•
Please note that you are subject to any and all traffic
laws when driving in public traffic.
•
When it is dark, please wear light clothing or clothing
with reflectors, so that you can be seen more easily.
Make sure that the reflectors on the side and back
of the wheelchair are clearly visible. We would also
recommend that you fit an active light.
•
Always be careful with your fingers when working or
adjusting the wheelchair!
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The products shown and described in this manual
may not be exactly the same in every detail as your
own model. However, all instructions are still entirely
relevant, irrespective of detail differences.
•
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without
notice any weights, measurements or other technical
data shown in this manual. All figures, measurements
and capacities shown in this manual are approximate
and do not constitute specifications.
Lifetime
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The expected lifetime of this product is 5 years.
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