Training; General Warnings - DeVilbiss Healthcare drive AirFold Gebrauchsanweisung

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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4.5 Training

All individuals operating the AirFold Powerchair are to be suitably familiar with the functionality and limitations prior
to use. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure they are suitably trained to use the powerchair and any associated
parts safely and correctly.
Every effort should be made to resolve deficiencies and should include consideration of retraining, falls prevention
and equipment alterations and modifications.
If these instructions for use are not deemed sufficient and the need for training is required, please contact Drive
DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. (see section 2) who can discuss training options with you.

4.6 General Warnings

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AirFold Powerchair
bing. The backrest is not designed to support an entire person's body weight, and the armrests are
not designed to support other individuals sitting / leaning — risk of collapse, entrapment.
• The powerchair is not a toy. Children should not be allowed to play near or operate the powerchair,
as they are at risk of harm.
• If any ancillary attachments or accessories are being transported in addition to the occupant the
rated load of the AirFold powerchair is not to be exceeded.
• Do not use a damaged or badly worn powerchair — risk of harm.
• Check the functionality of the powerchair before every use. Ensure the joystick and control sys-
tem is responsive and free from unintended movement. Check the current fastest speed setting is
appropriate. (It is recommended to use a slower speed setting at the beginning of every use, gra-
dually increasing the speed setting as appropriate.) Ensure your lap belt is secured before opera-
ting the powerchair.
• Do not use the powerchair in rain or snow conditions — risk of electric shock.
• Improper storage of your powerchair may result in permanent damage to the frame and / or
electronics.
• Do not drive on grass, motorised roads or in muddy or icy conditions.
• Reduced speed and care should be taken when navigating obstacles.
• Do not attempt to navigate on slopes greater than 6°.
• If unintended movement of the powerchair occurs, release the joystick to automatically stop the
powerchair. If this fails, cut off power to the powerchair.
• Under no circumstances should the powerchair be used as a seat in a motor vehicle
• The powerchair is designed for occupants who weigh less than 115kg; overloading may put the user
at risk of falling or entrapment.
• Do not touch any exposed contacts or connectors while using the product or while in contact with
other individuals.
• Misused electrical equipment can be hazardous.
• Do not operate the powerchair while under the influence of alcohol or when excessively tired.
• Do not operate the powerchair at night near roads or in situations without a clear line of sight.
• Only approved parts, specified for the AirFold Powerchair, should be used. Accessories that have
not been approved or designed for use with the powerchair are not to be used — a hazard could
be introduced due to product combination incompatibility. If in doubt, contact your local distributor.
• Modification of the AirFold Powerchair, its parts or features is not allowed without the permission
of Drive DeVilbiss HealthcareLtd. — a hazard could be introduced.