Introduction; Intended Purpose; Proper Use Of The Via Go And Handling Instructions - Alber via GO V24 Gebrauchsanweisung

1. Introduction

1.1 Intended purpose

The add-on drive via GO V24 is designed to assist the support person in pushing the wheelchair, including its user, over a longer distance
or up an incline. The add-on drive does not assist the support person when braking the wheelchair. The via GO V24 is designed to offer
assistance the support person (referred to in the following as operator/person operating the device) for manual wheelchairs with an exist-
ing manual support brake. The support person must be physically and mentally capable of safely controlling and braking a manual wheel-
chair in any given situation without the support of the via GO V24.
1.2 Important safety notes – please observe at all times
The via GO is a pushing aid to be used exclusively by the person accompanying the wheelchair user. Under no circumstances may the
wheelchair user independently operate the via GO as an electric wheelchair drive.
For safety reasons, the via GO may only be operated by persons who
- have been instructed in its handling,
- are physically and mentally capable of operating the via GO safely in all operating situations and capable of braking the wheelchair.
Persons with severe visual impairments or hearing impairments must not operate the via GO.
Instruction in how to operate the device is included in the scope of delivery. Please contact your specialist dealer or an Alber representa-
tive to arrange this instruction. The instruction is free of charge.
If you feel a little unsure about how to handle your via GO, please contact your specialist dealer or an Alber representative for advice.
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When operating the via GO, you should carefully observe the specifications of the wheelchair manufacturer (e.g. the maximum gradient, the
tyre pressure, etc.), and adhere to the general operating instructions for the wheelchair. Never exceed any of the specified limits.
Before using a mobile phone or other such device, first secure the wheelchair on level ground and switch off the via GO. Trips in the vicini-
ty of strong electrical interference fields (e.g. large electric motors) should also be avoided.
In rare cases, operation of the via GO may interfere with other electrical devices, such as anti-shoplifting barriers in department stores.
It is prohibited to start up the via GO before you have received instruction in how to operate it.
Contact your specialist dealer an Alber representative to arrange this instruction.
Starting up the via GO before receiving instruction is contrary to the intended use and will, among other things,
invalidate the warranty. Any use contrary to the intended use involves a risk of injury.

1.3 Proper use of the via GO and handling instructions

The add-on drive via GO V24 is designed to assist the support person in pushing the wheelchair, including its user, over a longer distance
or up an incline. The add-on drive does not assist the support person when braking the wheelchair. The via GO V24 is designed to offer
assistance the support person for manual wheelchairs with an existing manual support brake. The support person must be physically and
mentally capable of safely controlling and braking a manual wheelchair in any given situation without the support of the via GO V24.
It is forbidden to make any technical modifications to the device. Do not attach any parts other than the accessories that have been
approved for use. The via GO must only be operated under the following conditions:
• Full compliance with the information, instructions and recommendations contained in this operating manual.
• The device is only operated by a person who has been instructed in its use
• No technical modifications have been made to the device by the user or by any third party.
• While the via GO is in use, the arms of the person sitting in the wheelchair must not project over the armrests of the wheelchair.
An instructed person is a person who has been instructed in the operation of the via GO and in their tasks, and who has been made aware
of the possible hazards associated with improper use of the device. The instruction session is provided by the authorised specialist dealer
or by a representative of Alber. It is strictly prohibited for any uninstructed or unqualified persons to use the via GO.
The via GO must not be used for any transport purpose that contravenes its intended use. This specifically applies to all types of load trans-
portation, e.g. using the wheelchair and via GO to transport household objects.
Alber GmbH regards use of the via GO for any of the following purposes as misuse:
• Use or operation of the device that contravenes the instructions and recommendations in this operating manual
• Exceeding the technical limits defined in this operating manual
• Technical modifications to the device
• Attachment and/or use of parts and accessories that have not been supplied or approved by Alber GmbH.