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2.1 Explanation of Symbols
Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE
Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
Additional information on the tting/use.
2.2 Standards and Directives
All safety information contained in this service manual refers to the currently valid national laws
and regulations of the European Union. In other countries, compliance with the applicable laws
and national regulations is required.
In addition to the safety instructions contained in this service manual, the user is required to
observe and comply with the BGV (Employer’s Liability Insurance Association regulations), UVV
(accident prevention regulations), and environmental protection regulations. All information con-
tained in this service manual must be complied with at all times without restrictions.
The B500/B500-S power wheelchair has been constructed in accordance with state-of-the-art
technology and is safe to operate. The safety of the B500/B500-S power wheelchair is conrmed
by the CE symbol and the declaration of conformity.
2.3 General Safety Instructions
Regular maintenance is important – it improves the safety and increases the lifespan of the product.
Packaging materials must be kept out of reach of children.
NOTICE
Service and maintenance tasks may only be completed by pro-
perly trained authorised personnel. Use only original spare parts for all service and maintenance tasks.
NOTICE
Otto Bock recommends having
the B500/B500-S power wheelchair inspected and maintained for functionality and operational safety
by authorised personnel at least once a year. In case of frequent user changes (growing children or
youths) or users with changing clinical pictures, the wheelchair should be inspected, adjusted and
maintained twice a year.