Motion Composites Helio A6 User Manual

USER MANUAL | FOLDING WHEELCHAIRS – BEFORE USE
NOTE: If you ignore these Warnings or fail to inspect or maintain your wheelchair as directed in the manual , you may fall, tip over or lose control of the wheelchair and seriously
injure yourself or others or damage the wheelchair.
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2 . BEFORE USE
2.1 GENERAL WARNING
WARNING
Your Motion composites wheelchair has been designed by
professionals with proper use of aluminum in mind. DO NOT
TRY TO MODIFY the frame by any means. the frame may be
severely damaged in the event of drilling and grinding, thus
voiding the warranty. Only use Motion Composites approved
and designed clamps and accessories on your Motion
Composites wheelchair.
– DO NOT use while under the influence of alcohol or
medication or drugs. This may impair your ability to
operate the wheelchair. Please consult your physician
regarding the use of your medication.
– The wheelchair is not intended for visually impaired
people.
– The user needs to be mentally and physically suitable to
drive the wheelchair.
CAUTION
Extreme temperatures
Risk of hypothermia or burns on wheelchair parts. Some
parts of the wheelchair can become extremely hot or cold
due to extreme temperatures.
Do not expose the product to any extreme temperatures
(e.g. direct sunlight, sauna, extreme cold) in order to prevent
injuries by contact with some parts of the wheelchair.
Environmental conditions
Do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below -20 °C
or above 40 °C.
2.2 SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
It is important to keep your wheelchair in proper working condition.
1. ALWAYS inspect and maintain your Motion Composites
wheelchair strictly in accordance with the instructions and
charts in Chapter 8.4 General Maintenance and Chapter
11. Safety Inspection Checklist.
2. If you detect a problem in the course of your inspections or
maintenance, ALWAYS have the chair serviced or repaired to
correct the problem before using the chair.
3. ALWAYS have your wheelchair completely inspected and
serviced by an authorized Motion Composite certified technician
at least once a year.
4. ALWAYS perform your safety inspections and any maintenance
or adjustments while the chair is unoccupied (unless this
Manual expressly states otherwise.
Failure to inspect or maintain your wheelchair as outlined in this
manual could cause you to fall, tip over or lose control of your
wheelchair and seriously injure yourself, others or damage
the wheelchair
2.3 MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
WARNING
Identify whether your chair has been manufactured with
the Transit Option installed.
I If your chair is NOT equipped with the Transit Option:
the Motion Composites wheelchair is NOT designed to
be used for seating in a motor vehicle and the wheelchair do
NOT meet Federal Highway standards for motor
vehicle seating.
NEVER sit in your chair while in any type of moving vehicle (bus,
automobile, van, truck, boat, train, etc.). In an accident or sudden
stop, a wheelchair positioning belt will NOT prevent injuries and
may, in fact, cause injuries.
ALWAYS transfer to an approved vehicle seat before the vehicle
begins moving.
ALWAYS secure yourself in the approved vehicle seat using the
proper seating restraints (in a motor vehicle, lap/shoulder belts;
in a plane, lap belts, etc.).
NEVER transport your chair in the front seat of a vehicle.
Movements of the vehicle may cause the chair to shift and interfere
with the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.
When transporting your chair in a moving vehicle, ALWAYS secure
your chair so that it cannot roll or shift. In most cases, stowing it in
the trunk is the safest alternative.
NEVER use any chair that has been involved in a motor vehicle
accident. A wheelchair that has been involved in a motor vehicle
accident may be damaged in ways that are not readily apparent
and which could cause the chair to fail in use.
If you ignore these Warnings, you may fall, tip over or lose control
of the wheelchair and seriously injure yourself or others or damage
the wheelchair.
WARNING
The Motion composites wheelchair is available with a WC-19
Transit Tie-Down. This option is only offered as a factory-
installed option. Please refer to the Transit Tie-Down Manual
to operate the Transit Tie-Down Option safely.
2.4 ACCLIMATING TO YOUR NEW WHEELCHAIR
WARNING
Each wheelchair is a unique piece of medical equipment.
Whether you are a new wheelchair user or have years of
experience, you MUST take the time to acclimate to the
wheelchair before you begin riding. Start slowly and take
the time to learn the han-dling, maneuvering and ride
characteristics of this chair.
2.5 NOTE TO USERS
The Motion Composites wheelchair is a manually operated device
intended to be used as a means of mobility for persons restricted
to a sitting position. It is not indicated for the pediatric population
except for the Helio Kids.
Carefully read the instructions in this manual before using or
servicing your wheelchair. If you have any questions or difficulties
understanding the following instructions, please contact a
qualified technician; you may also wish to contact a Motion
Composites technician by phone or email (see contact informa-
tion on previous page). The Helio Kids wheelchair is a manually
operated device intended to be used as a means of mobility for a
pediatric population.
2.6 IMPORTANT WARNING WHEN USING THE
STROLLERHANDLE AND PUSH HANDLES
WARNING
The stroller-handle is not designed to lift or pull the weight
of user in the wheelchair. It’s designed to push and guide the
wheelchair user.
Weight limit: 265 lb (120kg)
Lifting or pulling the weight of the user in the wheelchair
could initiate the breakage of the push-handle and cause
serious injuries
2.7 NOTE TO DEALERS & QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS
Read this manual before servicing, repairing, operating or
adjusting the wheelchair. If you have any questions or difficulties
understanding the following instructions, please contact a
qualified technician; you may also wish to contact a Motion
Composites technician by phone or email (see contact information
on previous page).
2.8 SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used throughout this manual.
Please familiarize yourself with their meaning.
The warning sign indicates important information to prevent
injuries and property damage.
Useful information for the user.

Motion Composites Helio A6 Specifications

General

Brand	Motion Composites
Model	Helio A6
Category	Wheelchair
Language	English