Hazards when overcoming obstacles
WARNING
Overcoming steps and obstacles without assistance
Tipping over, falling of the user due to failure to observe transportation instructions
► Always have accompanying persons help you negotiate steps and other obstacles.
► Use available facilities (e.g. access ramps or lifts).
► If such facilities are not available, have 2 assistants carry you over the obstacle.
WARNING
Improper lifting by attendants
Tipping over, falling of the user due to lifting by removable components
► Only lift the product by firmly mounted components (e.g. main frame, push handles).
► Be sure that the clamping levers of the height-adjustable push handles are firmly tightened.
WARNING
Reduced ground clearance with the "foot-propelled chair" option
Tipping over, falling due to getting caught on obstacles
► Please note that wheelchairs with the "foot-propelled wheelchair" option might fall below the minimum ground
clearance of 40mm depending on the selected settings for the lower leg length and the front seat height.
► Adjust your driving to the reduced ground clearance and exercise particular caution with obstacles on the
ground e.g.steps, curbs and thresholds.
Hazard in case of broken skin
CAUTION
Contact with broken skin
Reddening of the skin or pressure points due to contamination with germs or incorrectly adapted seat cushion
► Check before using the product that the skin is not broken in areas subject to prolonged pressure (e.g.but
tocks, back and rear of the thighs).
► In case of problems, please contact the qualified personnel who adjusted the product.
► No liability is assumed for injuries caused by the use of the product with broken skin.
Hazards due to fire, heat and cold
CAUTION
Extreme temperatures
Hypothermia or burns due to contact with components, failure of components
► Do not expose the product to any extreme temperatures (e.g.direct sunlight, sauna, extreme cold).
► Do not leave the product in the immediate vicinity of heaters.
Hazards due to improper use of the product
WARNING
Overloading
Severe injuries if the product tips over due to overloading, damage to the product
► Do not exceed the maximum load capacity (see the nameplate and section "Technical data").
► Please note that certain accessories and add-on components will reduce the remaining load capacity.
WARNING
Exceeding the service life
Serious injuries due to failure to observe the manufacturer’s requirements
► Using the product beyond the specified expected service life leads to increased residual risk.
► Observe the specified service life.
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