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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNING
SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals, Ser- vice Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equip- ment. If you are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
Important Information
The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores is to understand their causes and your role in a skin management program.
Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have any questions regarding weight relief, self‐examination of skin, or individual limitations and needs.
All seating systems should be selected carefully. Working with your therapist, physician and equipment supplier is the best way to assure that a seating system choice matches your individual needs.
As the needs of the individual become more complex, the Propel Back evaluation becomes more important.
The Propel Back is not designed for use with tilt‐in‐space and/or recline model wheelchairs.
Seating Pressure Warning
Skin condition should be checked frequently after the installation and use of any new seating system.
Installation Warnings
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching hardware is tightened securely.
DO NOT install the Propel Back assembly onto back canes with an outside diameter greater than 1‐inch or less than .86‐inch ‐ otherwise injury or damage may occur.
Ensure the Propel Back is properly secured to the wheelchair before using.
The Propel Back MUST be resting flush against the tabs on the cane mounting brackets.
Both right and left back latches MUST be fully engaged.