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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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General Use
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance. DO NOT lean the wheelchair back since this
can cause the wheelchair to tip over. If trying to reach objects, reach back only as far as your
arm will extend without altering your seating position.
Any person assisting the rider in maneuvering or lifting of the wheelchair must have sufficient
strength and be able to see obstacles in the path of travel. When learning a new assistance
technique, have an experienced assistant help you before attempting it alone. Remember to
use good body mechanics.
Contact with water or excess moisture may cause the non-aluminum wheelchairs to rust or
corrode. DO NOT use the chair in a shower, pool or other body of water. Avoid excess
moisture (example: do not leave the chair in a damp bathroom while taking a shower). Dry
the chair immediately if exposed to moisture.
When cleaning the hand grips, use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water.
Ensure the hand grips are dry before use. Use of soap or ammonia based cleaning solutions
may result in the hand grips sliding off.
If the wheelchair is exposed to extreme temperatures, high humidity and/or becomes wet,
check the hand grips to ensure they are not loose and do not twist on the handle.
Avoid storing or using the wheelchair near open flames or combustible products.
DO NOT operate, maintain, or adjust the wheelchair without reading and understanding all
instructions in the manual.
DO NOT adjust the footrests any closer than 2 ½ inches from the floor.
DO NOT modify the wheelchair. Examples: drilling holes, grinding, welding parts, using non-
authorized / non-approved parts. Such modifications may change the chair’s structure and
center of balance which may increase the risk of serious injury to the user and void the
warranty.
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Before EACH Use
9 Make sure the chair rolls easily and that all parts work smoothly.
9 Check for noise, vibration, or any change in use. Changes may indicate loose parts or
wheelchair damage.
9 Check to ensure wheel locks are in good working order.
9 Make sure hand grips are not loose and cannot be moved or twisted.
9 Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position.
9 Have any problem found repaired promptly with authorized parts.
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Adjustments
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