Safety Requirements For Care, Maintenance And Disposal - Ottobock Skippi Gebrauchsanweisung

Safety
INFORMATION
The control unit of the power wheelchair must again be
turned on after an emergency stop. In the event of com-
munication problems in the control unit bus system, the
system triggers an emergency stop and thus prevents any
uncontrolled functions. If the driving function is still not
available after turning the controls on again, switch over to
pushing mode by releasing the wheel lock. A specialist
dealer will then be required to look at the wheelchair.
INFORMATION
If the control unit does not emit an error signal when the
wheel lock lever is activated, this indicates a malfunction.
The setting must be checked by a specialist dealer.
INFORMATION
Manoeuvring is only allowed at reduced speeds.
INFORMATION
During use of the power wheelchair, electric discharges
may occur which are caused by factors such as friction
(high voltage with low current; discharge via the user).
However, these do not represent a health hazard.
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The resulting discomfort can be prevented by customisa-
tion measures (attaching a mechanical discharge contact
/ grounding strap to the wheelchair frame). The user's en-
vironment must be taken into consideration.
Electrostatic discharge may also occur if the power wheel-
chair is equipped with puncture-proof tyres. Retrofitting the
wheelchair with pneumatic tyres can correct this problem.
2.6 Safety requirements for care, maintenance
and disposal
CAUTION
Risk of accidents and injury due to improper mainte-
nance, repairs or adjustments. Maintenance work on the
power wheelchair may only be completed by personnel
authorised and trained by Ottobock. This also applies to
all repairs and settings on the wheel lock. Incorrect set-
tings can lead to brake failure.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to explosive gases. Explosive gases
can form while the batteries are charging. For this reason,
the following safety precautions must be taken when
charging the battery:
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