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4.2 While Driving
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Do not attempt to get out of the wheelchair while it is moving as doing so may
cause serious injury or death.
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Pay close attention to avoid any loose clothing getting caught in the wheels, or
catching on the joystick controller.
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It is further recommended that you follow these warnings.
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Do no get in or out of your wheelchair unless the power is off.
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Do not drive on roads with heavy traffic.
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Do not drive in rain, snow or icy conditions.
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Do not drive your wheelchair in an "S" pattern, or make erratic turns, as this
could cause the wheelchair to flip over.
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Do not take the wheelchair onto escalators.
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Do not drive onto ramps that are steeper than the specified gradient.
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Always use a low speed setting when ascending or descending a hill.
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Do not make turns when driving on gravel roads or ramps.
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Always lean forward when climbing a steep hill, and lean backwards when
going down hill.
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Release the joystick controller lever completely and the wheelchair will come
to a stop.
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Do not turn the power off from the joystick controller until you have come to a
complete stop.
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Do not use a mobile phone or other wireless communication device while
driving.
WARNING!
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Exceeding the weight capacity of the wheelchair may lead to damage to your
wheelchair cause it to malfunction, or endanger your own safety. The warranty does
not cover this type of damage.
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Do not stand and put all of your weight on the footrest. This may cause the wheelchair
to tip and possibly result in serious injury.
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Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving, as this will lead to an emergency
stop and possibly result in serious injury.
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Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving, as this will lead to an emergency
stop and possibly result in serious injury.
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Do not set to higher speeds while driving indoors.
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Be aware of people and objects at all times while operating your wheelchair.
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Do not adjust the speed while driving. A sudden change in speed may cause injury to
you and/or others, or damage to your wheelchair.
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Do not place magnetic devices near the wheelchair as this could affect its safe
operation.
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