Warning: Storage Never stand the Ypush on its
end or side as it may topple and cause injury and
or damage to the Ypush.
Warning: Castoring Be aware that, if you set
off when the castors are not straight, the initial
movement could be partially sideways.
Warning: Power Unless there is an emergency, do
not switch the power off (key) when moving.
Warning: Slopes On steep slopes the Ypush could
topple over. Always try to avoid crossing a slope.
If you have to cross a slope, take great care to
avoid tipping. Never make sharp turns on slopes.
Never drive on slippery or icy surfaces / slopes.
Never back down a slope as your Ypush could tip
over backwards. If you are not comfortable with
the hill gradient, consider an alternative route.
Warning: Kerbs You should try to avoid driving
up or down kerbs as this may cause the Ypush to
topple. Use access ramps wherever possible.
Never attempt kerbs greater than that in the
Technical Specification. If you have to climb or
descend a low kerb, always tackle it straight on.
Occupants must lean forward when climbing a
kerb and back when descending a kerb.
Warning: Speed. Always slow down for turns.
Always slow down when amongst pedestrians
and ensure you do not run into them.
Warning: Stopping If the Ypush wheelchair stops
suddenly when turning, the Ypush might topple.
Take care when turning.
Warning: Carrying Weight Never carry bags or
loads (unless they are an approved accessory)
behind the seat as this could affect stability.
Seat Arms: Do not carry or attach anything to
the seat arms. Anything attached to the seat arms
could affect stability, or interfere with the control
of the Ypush.
Warning: Leaning Over - Occupants Do not lean
sideways, as this could cause the Ypush to topple.
Warning: Escalators Never drive the Ypush onto
an escalator as this could result in severe injury to
occupant and or attendants/ third parties.
Warning: Driving in poor visibility. Consider
wearing a high visibility jacket to warn others of your
presence. Avoid driving in bad weather conditions.
Warning: Roads The Ypush is not for use on roads,
apart from crossing roads at designated places.
Warning: If the wheelchair is left out in the sun,
surfaces could become extremely hot. Always try
to park the wheelchair in the shade.
Warning: Use as a seat in a motor vehicle The
Ypush is not suitable for use as a seat for an
occupant when in a motor vehicle.
Warning: Entanglement – Attendants and occu-
pants: Do not wear clothing or carry items on the
Ypush that could become entangled in wheels or
other moving parts whilst operating the Ypush -
severe injury may result.
Warning: Ambient Operating, storage &
Charging Temperature Ranges Do not use, store
or charge your Ypush in temperatures outside
the ranges stated in the specifications section of
this manual. Always charge and keep your battery
indoors when not in use and if outside
temperatures/conditions are unpredictable.
Warning: Reversing Always take particular care
when reversing the Ypush as injury to other people
may occur if safe distances are not maintained.
Attendants are advised to take great care during
this type of manoeuvre to avoid serious injury.
Warning: Modifications Unauthorised modifica-
tions could result in injury or permanent damage.
Such modifications will invalidate any guarantees.
Warning Accessories: Only fit approved
accessories.
Driving the Ypush
wheelchair
Warnings
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