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4.3 Driving up and down gradients
The Invacare® Meteor can safely climb the following inclines:
10 km/h versions:
3-wheeler (up to 175 kg load): 15° (26%)
4-wheeler (up to 200 kg load): 15° (26%)
12.8 km/h (8 MPH, UK) and 15 km/h versions:
3- and 4-wheeler (up to 150 kg load): 12° (21%)
3-wheeler (up to 175 kg load): 10° (17%)
4-wheeler (up to 200 kg load): 10° (17%)
WARNING: Danger of tipping over!
Only ever drive downhill at a maximum of 2/3rds of the top speed!
Always return the backrest of your seat to an upright position before ascending slopes! We
recommend that you lean the backrest slightly to the rear before descending slopes!
Never attempt to ascend or descend a slope on slippery surfaces or where there is a danger
of skidding (such as wet pavement, ice etc)!
Avoid trying to get out of the vehicle on an incline or a gradient!
Always drive in a straight direction along the road or path you are travelling on, rather than
attempting to zigzag!
Never attempt to turn around on an incline or a slope!