2 SAFETY
WARNING
STAIRWAYS AND ESCALATORS
DO NOT attempt to move an occupied powered scooter between floors using a stairway. Use an elevator to move an occupied powered scooter between floors.
If moving a powered scooter between floors by means of a stairway, the occupant MUST be removed and transported independently of the powered scooter. Extreme caution is advised when moving an unoccupied powered scooter up or down the stairs. Invacare recommends disassembling the scooter and transporting the components independently up or down the stairs. ONLY use secure,
DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by any removable (detachable) parts. Lifting by means of any removable (detachable) parts of a powered scooter may result in injury to the user or damage to the powered scooter.
DO NOT use an escalator to move a powered scooter between floors. Serious bodily injury may occur.
Powered scooter with batteries and seat weighs between 184 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques (lift with your legs) to avoid injury.
DO NOT attempt to lift the powered scooter by its tiller, seat or shrouds.
If scooter is exposed to extreme temperature (above 100°F or below 32°F), high humidity and/or becomes wet, prior to use, ensure handgrips DO NOT twist on scooter handles. Otherwise, damage or injury may occur.
Follow this procedure for moving the powered scooter between floors when an elevator is not available:
1.Remove the occupant from the powered scooter.
2.Disassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter on page 52.
3.Carefully move the powered scooter components up or down the stairway.
4.Once all the components of the scooter are transported to the desired location reassemble the scooter. Refer to Transporting the Scooter on page 52.
Invacare® Leo™ Scooter | 8 | Part No. 1163141 |
