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1. Introduction
1.1 Intended purpose
The e-motion is a medical device for active wheelchair users who are reliant on a wheelchair as a result of their disability. The e-motion is
an additional drive from wheelchairs (two electrically driven wheels) that is attached to a manual wheelchair, converting it into an elec-
trically driven wheelchair and thus significantly increasing the wheelchair user’s mobility and flexibility.
1.2 Important safety notes – please observe at all times
The e-motion is an additional drive for wheelchairs, and must only be fitted to and operated with wheelchairs that are listed in Alber’s
mounting database. For safety reasons, it must only be operated by persons who:
• Have been instructed in its handling
• Can move and coordinate both hands or arms without major restrictions
• Have the physical and mental ability to safely operate the wheelchair with the e-motion wheels attached to it in all possible situations
and, in the event of the e-motion wheels failing to work, are able to brake the wheelchair and stop safely
A one-to-one instruction session on handling and operating the device is included in the scope of delivery. Please contact your specialist
dealer or Alber GmbH representative to arrange for a training session. The instruction is free of charge.
If you feel a little unsure about how to handle your e-motion, please contact your specialist dealer for advice.
In the event of technical faults, please contact your specialist dealer or the Alber Service Centre (Tel: 0800 9096 250).
When operating the e-motion, observe the specifications of the wheelchair manufacturer (e.g. maximum slope, air pressure of front wheels,
maximum speed, etc.), and strictly adhere to the operating instructions for the wheelchair. Never exceed any of the specified limits.
We recommend refraining from using the e-motion in locations that are exposed to strong electric fields.
In rare cases, the operation of the e-motion may interfere with other electrical devices such as anti-shoplifting barriers in department stores.
You must not use the e-motion on escalators or moving walkways.
If carrying out sporting activities in the wheelchair, such as lifting weights or similar tasks, the wheels of the e-motion must be shut down
and the wheelchair’s parking brakes engaged before the activity begins.
Combination of the e-motion with accessories provided by manufacturers other than Alber is not permitted.
It is prohibited to start up the e-pilot before being instructed in how to use it.
Contact your authorised specialist dealer or Alber agent for this instruction.
Starting up the e-motion before receiving instruction is contrary to the intended use and will, among
other things, invalidate the warranty. Any use contrary to the intended use involves a risk of injury.
When force is applied to the push rims of the e-motion, the e-motion wheels will provide assistance
with movement and braking. The force required to move the push rims on the e-motion is much smal-
ler than that required to operate a manual wheelchair.
1.3 Proper use of the e-motion
The e-motion is a medical device for active wheelchair users who are reliant on a wheelchair as a result of their disability. The e-motion is
an additional drive from wheelchairs (two electrically driven wheels) that is attached to a manual wheelchair, converting it into an elec-
trically driven wheelchair and thus significantly increasing the wheelchair user’s mobility and flexibility.
The e-motion must always be used, transported, maintained and serviced as described in this operating manual. The e-motion must only be
fitted to and operated with wheelchairs that are listed in Alber’s mounting database.
The selection is made by the specialist dealer or by Alber itself.
1.4 Handling instructions
Wheelchairs that are fitted with e-motion wheels are designed exclusively for transporting persons with a walking disability. Do not attach any
parts other than the accessories that have been approved for use by Alber. Likewise, not technical modifications must be made to the device.
The e-motion must only be operated under the following conditions:
• Full compliance with the information, instructions and recommendations contained in this operating manual
• Compliance with the information on travelling using the e-motion, as well as the safety and hazard information in chapter 3.
• If the e-motion is only operated by a person who has been instructed in its use
• If no technical modifications have been made to the e-motion by the user or by any third party
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