Invacare PHWH93 General Guidelines, Controller Settings/Repair or Service, Operation Information

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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

WARNING

SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product.

Controller Settings/Repair or Service

DO NOT service or adjust your wheelchair while occupied, unless otherwise noted.

Wheelchairs should be examined during maintenance for signs of corrosion (water exposure, incontinence, etc.). Electrical components damaged by corrosion should be replaced immediately.

Wheelchairs that are used by incontinent users and/or are frequently exposed to water may require replacement of electrical components more frequently.

Operation Information

Performance adjustments should only be made by professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully conversant with this process and the driverʹs capabilities. Incorrect settings could cause injury to the driver, bystanders, damage to the wheelchair and to surrounding property.

After the wheelchair has been set‐up, check to make sure that the wheelchair performs to the specifications entered during the set‐up procedure. If the wheelchair does NOT perform to specifications, turn the wheelchair Off immediately and reenter set‐up specifications. Repeat this procedure until the wheelchair performs to specifications.

ALWAYS shift your weight in the direction you are turning. DO NOT shift your weight in the opposite direction of the turn. Shifting your weight in the opposite direction of the turn may cause the inside drive wheel to lose traction and the wheelchair to tip over.

DO NOT make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe this warning can cause the wheelchair to tip over and may result in injury to users, bystanders and/or damage to product.

DO NOT shift your weight or sitting position toward the direction you are reaching as the wheelchair may tip over.

DO determine and establish your particular safety limits by practicing bending, reaching and transferring activities in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat.

DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.

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