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• Check local laws regarding add-on handbikes and wheelchairs, as
they may vary depending on your location.
• Always do a safety check on your HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID before
each use. To do this, check:
– Conditions of the fixed or removable axles on the rear wheels of
your wheelchair.
– The Velcro on the seat and backrest of your wheelchair.
– Tyre pressure on your wheelchair. If it is too low, there is a greater
risk of tipping over and greater wear (recommended pressure for
wheelchair: see side of tyre).
– HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID tyre pressure (recommended pressure:
depends on model).
– Conditions of the HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID frame.
– All parts, in particular any screws, are properly tightened.
– Brakes are working properly.
– Make sure that all electrical connections are in good conditions
and properly connected.
– Make sure the battery is connected.
– The HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID attaches and detaches from the
wheelchair properly.
CAREFUL!
Before using
• Avoid damaging brake and gear-shift cables. The cables can get
wrapped around the user if the crank arm isn't used properly.
• When loading for transport, make sure the cables aren't pinned,
pinched or damaged.
• Do not use the HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID if the cables are damaged.
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2.2. DURING USE
• The HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID must only be used to transport one
person at a time.
• The HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID is only recommended for people with
the physical and mental state necessary to travel in situations with ve-
hicle traffic.
• Avoid unnecessary risks like excess speed, fast turns and leaning to
the side. Also avoid travelling over objects that may cause you to
brake sharply or tip over.
• The safest way to drive the HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID is on level sur-
faces without obstacles. Use ramps whenever possible. Always be
extremely careful when crossing the road.
• Use reflectors on your HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID and wheelchair or
on your clothes to make you more visible to drivers. In situations with
reduced visibility, always use lights.
• There is a risk of skidding on wet surfaces, gravel or irregular terrain,
reduce your speed and use extra caution. Don't use the HANDBIKE
BATEC HIBRID on mud or ice.
• Make sure your feet are properly positioned on the footrest of the
wheelchair and that the seatbelt is properly adjusted.
• When you use your HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID, control your speed
and only ride as fast as appropriate for the given ground conditions.
By maintaining a prudent speed, you will avoid unnecessary risks.
Don't ride the HANDBIKE BATEC HIBRID faster than you would travel
in a wheelchair alone.
• The maximum recommended speed on pavements and in pedestri-
an areas is 6 km/h.
• When you need to turn, remember to slow down and be extra care-
ful. If you take a turn to quickly, you may lose control of the HAND-
BIKE BATEC HIBRID and run the risk of tipping over or crashing. Lean
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