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II. SAFETY
Inclement Weather Precautions
Exposureofyourpower chairtoinclement weatherconditionsshouldbe avoidedwheneverpossible. Ifsuddenlycaught
up in rain, snow, severe cold or heat while operating your power chair proceed to shelter at the earliest opportunity.
Thoroughlydryyourpower chairbeforestoring, charging,oroperating yourpowerchair
WARNING! Operating in rain, snow, salt, mist/spray conditions, and on icy/slippery surfaces can
cause personal injury and/or damage to the power chair and electrical system. Maintain and
store your power chair in a dry and clean condition.
Reaching and Bending
Neverreach,lean,orbendwhile drivingyourpowerchair.Ifitisabsolutelynecessary toreach,lean,orbend whileseated
onyour power chair, it is importantto maintain a stablecenter of gravity andkeep the power chairfrom tipping. Pride
recommendsthat the powerchair user determinehis/her personal limitationsand practice bendingand reaching inthe
presenceofaqualifiedhealthcare professional.
WARNING! Do not bend, lean, or reach for objects if you have to pick them up from the floor by reaching
down between your knees. Movements such as these may change your center of gravity and the weight
distributionof the powerchair.This maycause yourpowerchairtotip,possiblyresulting in personalinjury.
WARNING!Preventpersonalinjury!Keepyour handsawayfromthe tireswhen driving. Beaware thatloose
fitting clothing can become caught in drive tires.
Batteries
Inaddition to following the warnings below, besure to comply with allother battery handling information.For more
informationaboutyour powerchair’sbatteries, seeVI. “BatteriesandCharging.”
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are unable to lift that much
weight, be sure to get help. Lifting beyond your capacity can result in personal injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
WARNING!Alwaysprotectthe batteriesfromfreezingandneverchargeafrozenbattery.Charginga frozen
battery may result in personal injury and/or damage to the battery.
Preventing Unintended Movement
WARNING! If you anticipate being seated in a stationary position for an extended period of time, turn off
the power. This will prevent unexpected motion from inadvertent joystick contact. This will also eliminate
the possibility of unintended chair movement from electromagnetic (EM) sources. Failure to do so may
result in personal injury.
Prescription Drugs/Physical Limitations
Usersmustexercisecareandcommonsensewhenoperatingapowerchair.Thisincludesawarenessofsafetyissueswhen
takingprescribedorover-the-counter drugsorwhen theuserhasspecific physicallimitations.
WARNING! Consult your physician if you are taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication or if you
have certainphysicallimitations.Somemedicationsandlimitationsmayimpairyourabilityto operateyour
power chair in a safe manner.