Invacare M71 manual Grounding Instructions, Rain Test

GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1

GENERAL WARNINGS

DO NOT attempt to lift the seating system/wheelchair by lifting on any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a seating system/wheelchair may result in injury to the user or damage to the seating system/wheelchair.

DO NOT stand on the frame of the seating system/wheelchair. Anti-tippers MUST BE attached at all times.

DO NOT use the footplates as a platform. When getting in or out of the seating system/wheelchair, make sure that the footplates are in the upward position or swing footrests towards the outside of the seating system/ wheelchair.

ALWAYS wear your seat positioning strap.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from any plug used with or for Invacare products. Some devices are equipped with three-prong (grounding) plugs for protection against possible shock hazards and fire. Where a two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code. If you must use an extension cord, use ONLY a three-wire extension cord having the same or higher electrical rating as the device being connected. In addition, Invacare has placed RED/ORANGE WARNING TAGS on some equipment. DO NOT remove these tags.

RAIN TEST

INVACARE has tested its power wheelchairs in accordance with ISO 7176 Part 9 “Rain Test”. This provides the end user or his/her assistant sufficient time to remove his/her power wheelchair from a rain storm and retain wheelchair operation.

DO NOT leave power wheelchair in a rain storm of any kind. DO NOT use power wheelchair in a shower.

DO NOT store power wheelchair in a damp area for an extended period of time.

Direct exposure to excessive rain or dampness may cause the chair to malfunction electrically and mechanically; may cause the chair to prematurely rust or may damage the upholstery.

Check to ensure that the red and black battery terminal caps are secured in place, joystick boot is NOT torn or cracked where water can enter and that all electrical connections are secure at all times.

DO NOT use the joystick if the boot is torn or cracked. If the joystick boot becomes torn or cracked, replace IMMEDIATELY.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

Part No. 1118362 Rev A 9 Power Tilt Only For M71 and M91.