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Driving Surfaces, WARNING, Risk of Injury, Damage or Death, Safety Information When Approaching

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2.4.1 Driving Surfaces WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Loss of traction or stability on rough or unstable terrain may cause injury, damage or death. - Use care when operating the wheelchair on rough or unstable terrain. This would include but is not limited to areas of rock, mulch, mud, uneven pavement, roots and similar conditions. - Be aware of your surroundings and conditions that might affect the ability to operate the wheelchair. Your power wheelchair has been designed to operate on firm, dry, level surfaces (such as, interior floors, concrete and asphalt). Other acceptable surfaces likely to be encountered include packed soil, grass, and gravel. Do not operate the wheelchair in any type or depth of water (edges of streams, lakes, or oceans.) If you approach an unfamiliar surface and feel uneasy about driving on that surface, avoid that surface. 2.4.2 Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles Approach obstacles safely by learning to manage your wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain stability and balance. While the wheelchair is designed for use primarily in and around the home, the provider should determine whether this wheelchair is suitable for the actual environment in which the wheelchair will be used. 60101877-B Safety WARNING! Risk of Injury, Damage or Death Loss of traction or stability on curbs/obstacles may cause injury, damage or death. - DO NOT cross curbs/obstacles that are not suitable for wheelchairs. - DO NOT attempt to pass curbs/obstacles that are greater than the maximum climbable obstacle height. - Follow all instructions regarding negotiating curbs, obstacles and inclines. Maximum climbable obstacle height is listed in 12 Technical Data, page 76. CAUTION! Risk of Injury or Damage The wheelchair may tip over if obstacles are not approached correctly. - Always approach obstacles straight on. Never approach at an angle, as shown in the following image. - Approach obstacles followed by a gradient with caution. If unsure whether the gradient is too steep or not, move away from the obstacle and if possible try to find another location. - Put your backrest into an upright position before ascending an obstacle. 19

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Safety
2.4.1
Driving Surfaces
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Loss of traction or stability on rough or unstable
terrain may cause injury, damage or death.
– Use care when operating the wheelchair on
rough or unstable terrain. This would include
but is not limited to areas of rock, mulch, mud,
uneven pavement, roots and similar conditions.
– Be aware of your surroundings and conditions
that might affect the ability to operate the
wheelchair.
Your power wheelchair has been designed to operate on
firm, dry, level surfaces (such as, interior floors, concrete and
asphalt). Other acceptable surfaces likely to be encountered
include packed soil, grass, and gravel.
Do not operate the wheelchair in any type or depth
of water (edges of streams, lakes, or oceans.)
If you approach an unfamiliar surface and feel uneasy
about driving on that surface, avoid that surface.
2.4.2
Safety Information When Approaching Obstacles
Approach obstacles safely by learning to manage your
wheelchair. Keep in mind your center of gravity to maintain
stability and balance.
While the wheelchair is designed for use primarily in and
around the home, the provider should determine whether
this wheelchair is suitable for the actual environment in
which the wheelchair will be used.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Loss of traction or stability on curbs/obstacles
may cause injury, damage or death.
– DO NOT cross curbs/obstacles that are not
suitable for wheelchairs.
– DO NOT attempt to pass curbs/obstacles that
are greater than the maximum climbable
obstacle height.
– Follow all instructions regarding negotiating
curbs, obstacles and inclines.
Maximum climbable obstacle height is listed in
12
Technical Data, page 76
.
CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage
The wheelchair may tip over if obstacles are not
approached correctly.
– Always approach obstacles straight on. Never
approach at an angle, as shown in the following
image.
– Approach obstacles followed by a gradient with
caution. If unsure whether the gradient is too
steep or not, move away from the obstacle and
if possible try to find another location.
– Put your backrest into an upright position
before ascending an obstacle.
60101877-B
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