Warnings & Safety Instructions; General Use - Medline MDS808200RTR Guía Del Propietario Y De Mantenimiento

WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY IN USING THE MEDLINE TRANSLATOR THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION AND
ALL INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
SET FORTH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU OR DAMAGE TO THE TRANSLATOR.
Do not use this product without first reading and understanding the instructions contained in this booklet. If you
are unable to understand the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a healthcare professional, durable medical
equipment dealer or technical personnel, or contact Medline at 1-800-Medline.
Do not self propel yourself in the Translator while seated.
Consult with your doctor, physical or occupational therapist or other qualified professional regarding the proper height
adjustment for maximum support and correct brake activation.
Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity of 250 lbs. The weight capacity includes the weight of the rider plus any
items carried or supported by the rider or in the attached bags.
Before each use make sure the Translator frame is fully opened and in a stable position. Check the brakes for proper
operation. Make sure that all parts are secure and that moving parts are in good working order.
All wheels must be in contact with the floor/ground at all times. This will ensure the Translator is properly balanced.
Do not hang anything from the Translator handles or frame. This may cause the Translator to tip, resulting in bodily
injury or Translator damage.
Before moving from standing to sitting/sitting to standing, the brakes must be in the locked position.
Do not sit on the seat when the Translator is on an incline.
Do not use the Translator in a vehicle for transport. This Translator has not been approved as a seat surface to be used
within a vehicle of any kind.
Do not use the Translator while weight training. Medline Translators have not been tested for any type of weight training.
Do not attempt to bounce, hop, jump and/or leap while using the rollator function.
Do not use the seat without the backrest in place. The backrest sling should always be positioned to support your back
when sitting on the Translator.
ENvIRONmENTAL
Do not use the Translator on streets or roadways. Crossing streets should be done with care and in accordance with all
safety and traffic laws.
Do not use the Translator on loose, slippery, or uneven surfaces such as sand, gravel, hills, dirt roads, or ice.
Do not use the Translator on inclines greater than 10% (6 degrees) without assistance or caretaker present.
Do not attempt to ride over curbs or obstacles.
Do not use the Translator on stairs or escalators.
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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL USE

Do not stand on the frame of the Translator.
Do not stand or put pressure on the footrests. When getting in or out of the Translator, make sure to swing the footrests
to the back position and lock them into the safety clips located on the side of the Translator.
Do not attempt to lift the Translator by any detachable or removable parts.
There are potential pinch point areas at moving parts and between the seat frame and the seat cradles on some models.
Keep hands and fingers away from all moving parts. When opening the translator, push down on the seat rails with your
palms flat and fingers away from the seat rail.
Do not sit in the Translator until the seat is completely in the open position and locked into the black plastic seat cradles
on all four corners.
The Translator should be on a stable, level surface with the wheel locks securely engaged before transferring into or out
of the Translator.
Do not transfer in or out of the Translator on your own unless you have sufficient upper body strength, balance and
agility and have been instructed in transfer techniques by a healthcare professional. Before transfer make sure that
wheels are locked and footrests are in the back position and securely attached to the side of the translator.
Do not use the wheel locks or hand grip locks to stop or slow the Translator. Wheel locks are not brakes.
Take extreme caution if you change direction when going down an incline as this could cause instability or tipping.
When seated, do not lean forward out of the Translator any farther than the length of the armrests.
Any person assisting the rider in maneuvering of the Translator must be adequately trained, have sufficient strength and
be able to see obstacles in the path of travel.
When cleaning the hand grips, use only a clean towel lightly dampened with cool water. Ensure the hand grips are dry
before use.
If the Translator is exposed to extreme temperatures, high humidity and/or becomes wet, check the hand grips to ensure
they are not loose and do not twist on the handle.
Avoid storing or using the Translator near open flames or combustible products.
Do not attempt to lean back on the Translator to reach for something behind you.
Always sit squarely on seat upholstery with your back upright and against the backrest.
Do not sit on front or side edge of seat, always sit in center of seat.
Do not sit at an angle on the seat.
Do not attempt to have more than one person seated in the Translator at a time.
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