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a Mobile telephones and two - way radios.
When operating cordless or mobile telephones, two-way radios,
walkie-talkies, C.B. Amateur Radio or other transmitting devices,
the following must be noted: Mobile telephones or two-way radio
devices must not be used while operating the vehicle.
Use of Mobile Phones or Two-Way Radios can cause excessively
strong electromagnetic fields. This may interfere with the vehicle's
electronic systems. If Mobile Phones or Two-Way Radios are
required to be used, the vehicle must be brought to a halt and the
power turned off before any such device is switched on or used.
The chair itself can disturb the performance of electromagnetic
fields such as alarm systems of shops!
a Hot surfaces:
Not only motors can be hot during the operation of the chair, but
also the upholstery material and armrests when standing in the
sun.
a Weight Limit
1. The user plus items carried should never exceed a total weight
of 140kg for the Samba Lite, 120 kg for the Samba or 75 kg for
the 14" Samba frame option.
2. Never use this chair for if the total weight (user plus additional
weights) exceeds 140 kg for the Samba Lite, 120 kg for the
Samba or 75 kg for the 14" Samba frame option.
3. Exceeding the weight limit is likely to damage the seat, frame or
fasteners, and may cause severe injury to you or others from
chair failure.
4. Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
a Adverse conditions
Please be aware that when driving your wheelchair in adverse
conditions, e.g. on wet grass, mud, ice, snow, or other slippery
surfaces you may experience a reduction in the grip and traction
of your wheelchair. We recommend you take extra precautions in
these conditions, particularly on hills and slopes; your wheelchair
could become unstable or skid causing possible injury. Extreme
variances in temperature may trigger the self protect mechanism in
the control system. If this occurs the control system will temporari-
ly shut down to prevent damage to the electronics or the chair.
a Ramps
When using a ramp, please ensure
that it is capable of taking the
combined weight of the power-
chair and yourself. If a ramp is
being used to load a chair into a
vehicle, please ensure the ramp is
properly secured to the vehicle.
Always approach the ramp head-
on and exercise caution. (Fig. 1)
a Road Use
WARNING
Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the
road. If in any doubt, do not risk crossing the road until you are
certain that it is safe. Always cross the road as quickly as possible;
there may be other traffic.
a Environmental
Use extra care if you must ride your chair on a wet or slick surface.
If in doubt ask for help.
Contact with water or excess moisture may cause your chair to
rust or corrode. This could cause your chair to fail.
Do not use your chair in a shower, pool or other body of water. The
chair tubing and other parts are not water tight and may rust or
corrode from the inside. Avoid excess moisture (e.g. do not leave
your chair in a damp bathroom while taking a shower).
Dry your chair as soon as possible if it gets wet, or if you use water
to clean it. Don't store your chair in direct sunlight.
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a Terrain
Your chair is designed for use on firm, even surfaces such as
concrete, asphalt and indoor floors and carpeting.
Do not operate your chair in sand, loose soil or over rough ter-
rain. This may damage wheels or axles, loosen fasteners or
could make your chair unstable.
Be aware of your terrain and look ahead for any possible
hazards. Riding over drains or grids could cause the wheelchair
castors or wheels to become lodged, causing the chair to
come to a sudden stop.
Ensure that there are no objects in your path that could
possibly become lodged in your chair mechanism or in the
spokes of the rear wheels. This could cause the chair to come
to a sudden stop. Do not ride over anything that could cause a
puncture in the pneumatic wheels or castors.
a Pneumatic Tyres with OKO fluid
The OKO fluid is only meant as a temporary repair to the tyre. It
must be replaced or repaired as soon as possible.
The OKO fluid is classified as non hazardous but may cause
irritation to the skin with prolonged contact.
a First Aid measures for OKO fluid
Skin - Wash skin with plenty of water
Eyes - Immediately flood the eye with plenty of water for at
least 5 minutes holding the eye open.
Ingestion - Drink lots of water – Seek medical attention
immediately.
a Passenger lifts
Wheelchair lifts are used in vans, buses and buildings to help
you move from one level to another.
Ensure that the user and all carers fully understand the lift
manufacturer's instructions for using the passenger lift.
Never exceed the lift manufacturer's recommended safe work-
ing load and load distribution guidance.
Always turn off all power when you are on the lift. If you fail to
do so, you may touch the joystick by accident and cause your
chair to drive off the platform. Be aware that a rollstop at the
end of the platform may not prevent this.
Always position the user securely in the chair to help avoid falls
while on the lift.
a WARNINGS
Be sure to keep all parts of the chair away from naked flames
and sources of extreme heat.
Further information
For further information on:
DB2004(02) Stability of wheelchairs.
DB2003(03) Safe use of wheelchairs and vehicle-mounted pas-
senger lifts.
DB2001(03) Safe transportation of wheelchairs.
Go to the MHRA website at:
Fig. 1
http://www.mhra.gov.uk
a Transfer to and from
the chair
Sunrise Medical recommend that
you consult your healthcare profes-
sional for assistance in developing
your personal front or side transfer
technique to best suit your needs,
and avoid any personal injury. (Fig.
2)
WARNING:
Ensure your control system is
switched off when transferring to
and from your chair.
Fig. 2
Rev.A 0807/2000/ST/000690635.EMS