Otto Bock B400 - Page 11

06/2011
B400
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Safety
WARNING
Riskofaccidentandinjuryduetoincorrecttransporta-
tion in aeroplanes. Within aeroplanes, power wheel-
chairs have to be transported in compliance with IATA
regulations (International Air Transport Association). To
this end, the fuse must always be removed and the battery
connectors must be insulated so that they are short-cir-
cuit-proof prior to check-in of the power wheelchair as
luggage.
Please note; batteries that are not leak proof or that might
not be transported in an upright position must be removed
and wrapped to ensure they are leak proof and short-cir-
cuit-proof.
For more information please visit the www.iata.org web-
site. Otto Bock recommends directly contacting the airline
before every ight to obtain information regarding special
transport regulations.
NOTICE
Riskofdamageasaresultofimpropertransportation.
For transportation of the power wheelchair, only use hoist-
ing devices with a sufficient capacity. The B400 must be
secured in accordance with the regulations for the trans-
portation device used. Only attach the tensioning straps
to the corresponding attachment eyes.
During transport on lifting platforms or in lifts, the wheel-
chair controls must be switched off. Lock the brake.En-
sure that the power wheelchair is centred on the lifting
platform.
None of the power wheelchair‘s components, such as its
anti-tippers or other components, may be in the danger
area.
INFORMATION
Battery damage due to total discharge. Remove the
fuse for shipping or when the power wheelchair is not be-
ing used for an extended period of time.
INFORMATION
The tyres of the power wheelchair contain chemical sub-
stances that can react to other chemical substances
(such as cleaning agents, acids).
Black tyres contain soot particles that can cause discol-
oration and black marks. For this reason, place a suitable
mat underneath the wheelchair, if it is not going to be used
over an extended period of time.