I I . S A F E T Y
Positioning Belts
YourauthorizedPrideprovider,therapist(s),andotherhealthcareprofessionalsareresponsiblefordeterminingyourrequirementfora positioningbeltinordertooperateyourpowerchairsafely.
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is fastened securely. Serious personal injury may result if you fall from the power chair.
WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is your Jazzy suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should be properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
WARNING! Do not sit on your power chair while it is in a moving vehicle. Personal injury and/or property damage may result.
WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is being transported. Failure to do so may result in personal injury and/or damage to your power chair.
Inclement Weather Precautions
WARNING! Pride recommends that you do not operate your power chair in icy or slippery condi- tions or on salted surfaces (i.e., walks or roads). Such use may adversely affect the performance and safety of your power chair, resulting in an accident and personal injury.
WARNING! Do not expose your power chair to any type of moisture at any time (rain, snow, mist, or wash). Such exposure can damage your power chair. Never operate your power chair if it has been exposed to moisture until it has dried thoroughly.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,lean,orbendwhiledrivingyourpowerchair.Ifitisabsolutelynecessarytoreach,lean,orbendwhileseatedonyourpower chair,itisimportanttomaintainastablecenterofgravityandkeepthepowerchairfromtipping.Priderecommendsthatthepowerchair userdeterminehis/herpersonallimitationsandpracticebendingandreachinginthepresenceofaqualifiedhealthcareprofessional.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight distribution of the power chair. This may cause your power chair to tip, possibly resulting in personal injury. Keep your hands away from the tires when driving.
Batteries
Inadditiontofollowingthewarnings below,besuretocomplywithallotherbatteryhandlinginformation.Formoreinformationabout yourpowerchair’sbatteries,seeVI.“BatteriesandCharging.”
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen battery. Charging a frozen battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery. Attempting to charge a battery in freezing conditions does not prevent a battery from freezing.
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