Invacare 220 manual General Guidelines, Repair or Service Information, Operation Information

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. 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, Service Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product or optional equipment. 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.

Repair or Service Information

Set-up of the Electronic Control Unit is to be performed ONLY by individuals qualified by Invacare. The final adjustments of the controller may affect other activities of the powered scooter. Damage to the equipment could occur under these circumstances. If non-certified individuals perform any work on these units, the warranty is void.

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

Operation Information

Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.

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

BEFORE using the scooter, verify that the motor is plugged into the harness.

DO NOT connect any medical devices such as ventilators, life support machines, etc., to the battery. This could cause unexpected failure of the device and the powered scooter.

DO NOT operate the powered scooter until you have checked that the surroundings are clear and that the area is safe for travel.

DO NOT make sharp turns in the FORWARD or REVERSE direction at excessive speed. Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in injury to user and/or damage to the product.

DO NOT operate on roads, streets or highways.

DO NOT attempt to move up or down an incline with water, ice or oil film.

Avoid operating the scooter in dark or poorly lit areas.

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