Drive DeVilbiss Lightweight Powerstroll - Using the Powerstroll

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9.3 Using the Powerstroll
You must exercise awareness, caution, care, and common sense when operating
your Powerstroll. Always keep in mind your own limitations and substance use.
Users may encounter dicult manoeuvring situations such as narrow doorways,
travelling up and down ramps, cornering, and travelling on uneven terrain.
Be sure to lower the speed, take your time, and carefully manoeuvre the
Powerstroll.
To push the wheelchair, without using the Powerstroll, attach the Lift-up Strap to
the handgrip and use it to lift the Powerstroll wheels o the ground.
Note: This will increase the risk of the wheelchair tipping backwards, when the
user vacates the wheelchair.
Warning
• Never use your Powerstroll while tired, smoking, under the
influence of alcohol or other mind-altering substances. Be
aware of precautions, warnings, and safety issues when taking
prescribed or over-the-counter drugs before operating.
• If there is a history of active seizures in the last 6 months,
clearance should be obtained from a neurologist that the
patient's seizures do not prohibit safe use of a motorised device.
• When operating the Powerstroll, the wheelchair occupant is
expected to be positioned appropriately in the seat, with limbs
clear of moving parts to prevent entrapment. Ensure that the
occupant doesn't reach, lean or bend when the wheelchair is
moving.
• Always make sure the power is o before getting in or out of the
wheelchair.
• Carers should keep clear once the Powerstroll is powered on. Do
not operate the controls while anyone is entering or leaving the
wheelchair – a hazard may be introduced.
• Do not let children play near or operate the Powerstroll.
• When walking behind the wheelchair, ensure that you do not kick
the Powerstroll.
• Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts while moving.
Be aware of loose-fitting clothes that can become caught in the
drive wheels.
• Always reduce your speed and maintain a stable centre of
gravity when turning corners.
Always check the Powerstroll is free of obstructions before use.
Caution