S A F E T Y
S U M M A R Y
SAFETY SUMMARY
SAFETY SUMMARY
STABILITY WARNINGS (CONTINUED)
ALWAYS make sure wheelchair is stable BEFORE reclining the back system. Rear wheels may have to be repositioned rearward depending on the degree of recline. ALWAYS ensure stability BEFORE using maximum amount of recline. TEST wheelchair BEFORE it is occupied by end user to ensure stability.
To maintain the stability of the wheelchair when moving the rear wheels to ANY forward position, the amount of recline MUST be limited to prevent the wheelchair from tipping onto the anti- tippers.
The necessary back angle MUST be selected BEFORE repositioning rear wheels forward.
AS REGARDS RESTRAINTS - SEAT POSITIONING STRAPS - IT IS THE OBLIGATION OF THE DME DEALER, THERAPISTS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO DETERMINE IF A SEAT POSITIONING STRAP IS REQUIRED TO ENSURE THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY THE USER. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR IN THE EVENT OF A FALL FROM A WHEELCHAIR.
SEATING PRESSURE WARNING
Skin condition should be checked very frequently after the installation and use of any new seat- ing system.
GENERAL WARNINGS
Care should be taken to prevent the hook and loop fasteners from becoming wet. Prolonged contact with moisture may reduce the hold of the hook and loop fastners.
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