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• Please note that the anti-tipper, if activated, may be exposed to heavy loads when the public trans-
port vehicle starts to move. In order to avoid damage, the manufacturer recommends that the wheel-
chair is positioned at a right angle to the direction of travel if no restraint system for passengers
with reduced mobility is available.
Danger as a result of incorrect assembly or settings
CAUTION
Risk of tipping as a result of incorrectly set wheels. Extreme settings (e.g. rear wheels mounted in
the foremost position) combined with an unfavourable body posture can cause the wheelchair to tip
even on level ground. For transfemoral amputees it is essential to shift the rear wheels backwards.
Use of an anti-tipper is required.
CAUTION
Risk of tipping as a result of missing or incorrectly mounted anti-tipper. Under no conditions should
the anti-tipper assume the function of transport wheels, for example to transport a person in the wheel-
chair with the rear wheels removed. The anti-tipper must audibly lock in place, before it is able to bear
loads. Firm seating must be verified by the user or by an attendant.
CAUTION
Risk of tipping as a result of changed diameters/mounting positions of the wheels. If the size
and position of the casters or the rear wheel size are modified, the casters may flutter when driving at
higher speeds. This can lead to blocking of the casters and cause the wheelchair to tip over. For this
reason, you should always maintain the factory settings or, if modifications are required, ensure that
the wheelchair frame is aligned horizontally (see "Adjustment / Assembly Instructions").
CAUTION
Risk of falling as a result of unintentional loosening of the rear wheels. Always make sure that
the quick-release axles are correctly set on the rear wheel. It must not be possible to remove the rear
wheel unless the button on the quick-release axle is pushed.
Danger as a result of improper use of the tyres
CAUTION
Risk of accident as a result of insufficient or excessive tyre pressure. The effectiveness of the wheel
lock and the overall driving quality are dependent on adequate air pressure. The wheel locks are only
effective with sufficient air pressure and proper adjustment (approx. 4 mm distance, subject to techni-
cal changes).
Before starting to use your wheelchair, check that the tyres are inflated correctly. The required air pressure
is printed on the side of the tyre. For rear wheels, it should be at least 3.5 bar. With properly inflated rear
wheels and even tyre pressure on both sides, your wheelchair is much easier to operate and manoeuvre.
CAUTION
Risk of accidents due to bad tyres. Insufficient tread depth of the tyres reduces adhesion. Please note
that when you operate your wheelchair in public road traffic, you are subject to road traffic regulations.
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