I I . S A F E T Y
SAFETY
MANDATORY! Do not operate your new Go-Chair for the first time without completely reading and understanding this owner’s manual.
Your Go-Chair is a state-of-the-art life-enhancement device designed to increase mobility. Pride provides an extensive variety of products to best fit the individual needs of the Go-Chair user. Please be aware that the final selection and purchasing decision regarding the type of Go-Chair to be used is the responsibility of the Go-Chair user, who is capable of making such a decision.
There are certain situations, including some medical conditions, where the Go-Chair user will need to practice operating the Go-Chair in the presence of a trained attendant. A trained attendant can be defined as a family member or care professional specially trained in assisting a Go-Chair user in various daily living activities.
As you begin using your Go-Chair during daily activities, you will probably encounter situations in which you will need some practice. Simply take your time and you will soon be in full and confident control as you maneuver through doorways, on and off of elevators, up and down ramps, and over moderate terrain.
Below are some precautions, tips, and other safety considerations that will help the user become accustomed to operating the Go-Chair safely.
Modifications
Pride has designed and engineered your Go-Chair to provide maximum mobility and utility. A wide range of accessories is available from an authorized Pride Provider to further customize your Go-Chair to better suit your needs and/or prefer- ences. However, under no circumstances should you modify, add, remove, or disable any feature, part, or function of your Go-Chair.
WARNING! Do not modify your Go-Chair in any way not authorized by Pride. Unauthorized modifications may result in personal injury and/or damage to your Go-Chair.
Pre-Ride Safety Check
Get to know the feel of your Go-Chair and its capabilities. Pride recommends that you perform a safety check before each use to make sure your Go-Chair operates smoothly and safely.
Perform the following inspections prior to using your Go-Chair:
!Check all electrical connections. Make sure they are tight and not corroded.
!Check the controller connection to the power base. Make sure it is secured properly.
!Check the brakes. See VIII. “Care and Maintenance.”
!Check battery charge. See VI. “Batteries and Charging.”
NOTE: If you discover a problem, contact an authorized Pride Provider for assistance.
