Pride Mobility INFMAN63121 manual Stairs and Escalators, Doors, Elevators, Lift/Elevation Products

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I I . S A F E T Y

Stairs and Escalators

Travel chairs are not designed to travel up or down stairs or escalators. Always use an elevator.

WARNING! Never use your Z-Chair to negotiate steps or escalators.

Doors

!Determine if the door opens toward or away from you.

!Drive your Z-Chair gently and slowly forward to push the door open, or drive your Z-Chair gently and slowly back- wards to pull the door open.

Elevators

Modern elevators have a door edge safety mechanism that, when pushed, reopens the elevator door(s).

!If you are in the doorway of an elevator when the door(s) begin to close, push on the rubber door edge or allow the rubber door edge to contact the Z-Chair and the door will reopen.

!Use care that pocketbooks, packages, or Z-Chair accessories do not become caught in elevator doors.

Lift/Elevation Products

If you will be traveling with your Z-Chair, you may find it necessary to use a lift/elevation product to aid in transportation. Pride recommends that you closely review the instructions, specifications, and safety information set forth by the manufac- turer of the lift/elevation product before using that product.

WARNING! Never sit on your power chair when it is being used in connection with any type of lift/elevation product. Your power chair was not designed with such use in mind and any damage or injury incurred from such use is not the responsibility of Pride.

Motor Vehicle Transport

Pride recommends that you do not remain seated in your Z-Chair while traveling in a motor vehicle. The Z-Chair should be stowed in the trunk of a car or in the back of a truck or van with the batteries removed and properly secured.

WARNING! Do not sit on your Z-Chair while it is in a moving vehicle.

WARNING! Always be sure your Z-Chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps should be installed on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported with any flammable or combustible items.

Positioning Belts

Your authorized Pride Provider, therapist(s), and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining your re- quirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your travel chair safely.

WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your Z-Chair, make sure it is fastened securely in order to reduce the possibility of a fall from the Z-Chair.

WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle.

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Contents Chair F E T Y G U I D E L I N E S III N T E N T SN T R O D U C T I O N SafetyPURCHASER’S Agreement Shipping and DeliveryS a F E T Y Product Safety SymbolsS a F E T Y S a F E T Y S a F E T Y Modifications Pre-Ride Safety CheckTire Inflation Weight LimitationsIncline Information Braking Information Freewheel ModeCornering Information Public Streets and Roadways Outdoor Driving Surfaces Inclement Weather PrecautionsStationary Obstacles Steps, Curbs, etc Doors Stairs and EscalatorsElevators Lift/Elevation ProductsBatteries Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations TransfersElectromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference EMI/RFI Alcohol/SmokingZ-CHAIR I . Y O U R Z C H a I RElectrical Components Z-Chair Power BaseTo engage or disengage the drive system Manual Freewheel LeversAnti-Tip Wheels A S S E M B L Y / D I S a S S E M B L Y Initial AssemblyTo install the seat Seat InstallationDisassembly To disassemble the Z-ChairToggle Latch Closed AssemblySeat Height Adjustment Comfort AdjustmentsO M F O R T a D J U S T M E N T S Quick Release FastenersFoot Platform Depth Adjustment Armrest Width AdjustmentController Position Batteries and Charging B a T T E R I E S a N D C H a R G I N GCharging the Batteries Instructions supplied by the manufacturer Plug the off-board charger into the electrical outletFrequently Asked Questions FAQs Battery Break-inHow can I ensure maximum battery life? Why do my new batteries seem weak?How can I get maximum range or distance per charge? What type of batteries should I use?What about public transportation? How should I store my Z-Chair and its batteries?What about shipping? Temperature Care and MaintenanceI . C a R E a N D M a I N T E N a N C E Should your Z-Chair come in contact with waterWeekly Checks Daily ChecksTo check the brakes Monthly ChecksWheel Replacement Cleaning and DisinfectionStorage Disposal of Your Travel ChairTo replace the wheel Battery ReplacementCorrective Maintenance When to See An Authorized Pride Provider for ServiceI I . W a R R a N T Y Implied Warranties Service Checks and Warranty ServiceZchairspecifications P E N D I X I Specification SChair Dimensions and Ground Clearance Page Pride keeps a more detailed report on file at the factory Quality Control Z-Chair
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