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Safety
Hazards while driving and parking
CAUTION
Improper use of the product
Falling of the user due to neglect of the duty to supervise
► The product is a therapy aid and may only be used under supervision. Never leave your child unattended.
► Pay particular attention to potentially hazardous situations, e.g. crossing stairs or driving on sloped surfaces.
► In the interest of the user's safety, the correct function of the therapy aid must be checked before every use.
CAUTION
Improper use
User falling, tipping due to user error
► The product may be used only on solid, level surfaces.
► Make sure that the user does not drive against an obstacle without slowing down (e.g. against steps or
edges).
CAUTION
Hanging heavy bags on the product may change the centre of gravity
Tipping over, rolling over of the user due to user error
► Do not hang heavy bags or the like on the therapy device.
► Observe the maximum load for each model (see section "Technical data").
Hazards due to defective tyres
CAUTION
Worn tyres
Falling of the user due to a loss of braking effect
► Extended use leads to tyre wear and therefore to a reduction of the braking effect.
► Replace worn or damaged wheels.
► Check the brake functionality regularly and correct the settings if necessary.
Hazards due to fire, heat and cold
CAUTION
Extreme temperatures
Hypothermia or burns due to contact with components, failure of components
► Do not expose the product to any extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight, sauna, extreme cold).
► Do not leave the product in the immediate vicinity of heaters.
Hazards due to improper use of the product
WARNING
Exceeding the service life
Serious injuries due to failure to observe the manufacturer's requirements
► Using the product beyond the specified expected service life leads to increased residual risk.
► Observe the specified service life.
CAUTION
Use of the product during diagnostic examinations and therapeutic treatment
Impairment of the examination results or the effectiveness of treatment due to interactions of the product with
devices that are used
► Make sure that examinations and treatments are carried out exclusively under the prescribed conditions.
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