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930756 Rev. A VI. General Warnings English 11 2. Proceed slowly and use extra care if you must operate your chair on a wet or slick surface. • Do so only if you are sure it is safe. • Stop if one or both main wheels lose traction. If this occurs, you may lose control of your chair or fall. • Never operate your chair on a slope or ramp if there is snow, ice, water or oil film present. • When in doubt, have someone help you. 3. When not in use, keep your chair in a clean, dry place. Extra caution should be used when employing the disc switch or the proximity head array as control devices. These two devices are susceptible to malfunction when wet. J. TERRAIN 1. This chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as concrete, asphalt and indoor flooring. 2. Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough terrain. Doing so may damage wheels, bearings, axles or motors, or loosen fasteners. K. STREET USE In most states, power chairs are not legal for use on public roads. Be alert to the danger of motor vehicles on roads or in parking lots. 1. At night, or when it is hard to see, use reflective tape on your chair and clothing. 2. It may be hard for drivers to see you. Make eye contact with drivers before you proceed. When in doubt, yield until you are sure it is safe. L. MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY To date, the U.S. Department of Transportation has not approved any tie down system for transporting a wheelchair in a motor vehicle. 1. Never sit in this chair while in a moving vehicle. In an accident or sudden stop you may be thrown from the chair. • Wheelchair belts are designed to position the rider only and will not protect you in an accident; further injury may result from the belts. 2. Always move to an approved vehicle seat. You must be secured with proper motor vehicle restraints. 3. Never transport this chair in the front seat of a vehicle. It may shift and interfere with the driver. 4. Always secure this chair so that it cannot roll or shift. M. CENTER OF BALANCE The point where this chair will tip forward, back or to the side depends on its center of balance and stability. The Center Of Balance Is Affected By: 1. The seat height and seat angle. 2. A change in your body position, posture or weight distribution. 3. Using this chair on a ramp or slope. 4. The use of a back pack or other options, and the amount of added weight. 930756 Rev. A 12 English VI. General Warnings VI. General Warnings To Reduce The Risk Of A Fall Or Tip-Over: 1. Consult your supplier for information on modifications authorized by Sunrise before you modify or adjust this chair. NOTE– You may need to make additional changes to correct the center of balance. 2. Use extreme care until you know the balance points of this chair and how to avoid a fall or tip-over. N. TRANSFERS It is dangerous to transfer on your own. It requires good balance and agility. Be aware that there is a point during every transfer when the wheelchair seat is not below you. To avoid a fall: 1. Always turn off power before you transfer to or from your chair. If you fail to do so you may touch the joystick and cause your chair to move when you do not expect it. 2. Make sure motor locks are engaged. This keeps the chair from moving when you transfer. 3. Work with your health care professional to learn safe methods. • Learn how to position your body and how to support yourself during a transfer. • Have someone help you until you are sure you can do a safe transfer on your own. 4. Move your chair as close as you can to the seat you are transferring to. If possible, use a transfer board. 5. Rotate the front casters until they are as far forward as possible. 6. Be careful of the foot platform. If you can, remove or swing it out of the way. • Never stand on footrests when you transfer. Doing so may damage them or cause your chair to tip. • Make sure your feet do not “hang up” or get caught in the space between the footrests. 7. Make sure armrests do not interfere. 8. Transfer as far back onto the seat surface as you can. This will reduce the risk that you will miss the seat or fall. O. REACHING OR LEANING Reaching or leaning affects the center of balance of your chair. If done improperly, a fall or tip-over is likely. When in doubt, ask for help or use a device to extend your reach. To Reduce the Risk of injury and/or Damage to the Chair: 1. Never reach or lean if you must shift your weight sideways or rise up off the seat. 2. Never reach or lean if you must move forward in your seat to do so. Always keep your buttocks in contact with the backrest. 3. Never reach with both hands (you may not be able to catch yourself to prevent a fall if you lose your balance). 4. Never try to pick up an object from the floor by reaching down between your knees. 5. Never put pressure on the foot platform while reaching. This may cause the chair to tip if you lean too far. 6. Never reach or lean over the top of the seat back. This may damage the backrest and cause you to fall. IF Y...
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