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Safety Instructions
The Swiss-Trac is a high-performance tractor for manual wheelchairs. Please comply
with the following instructions to guarantee operating safety:
Trailing Load and Gradability
Never overload your Swiss-Trac or use it for purposes other than those intended. The
maximum trailing load of 80 kg or 150 kg (see p. 24 "Technical Data") must not be ex-
ceeded under any circumstances. The maximum gradability of 20 % depends on the
ground surface. This value can decrease drastically with wet conditions or snow.
Cross Slope
Additionally, please follow the safety instructions in the instruction manual of your
wheelchair. The maximum permissible tilt in particular depends on the lateral stabil-
ity of your wheelchair, not on the Swiss-Trac.
Do not drive on a road or a path with a steep cross slope. There is a risk of tipping
sideways.
Bracket and Wheelchair
The bracket must only be used in its original condition and after having been cor-
rectly attached. To guarantee functional safety, please have the wheelchair’s bracket
checked annually together with the Swiss-Trac.
Driving and Steering
Avoid sudden acceleration or sharp steering motions.
Braking
Do not use the handbrake while driving. It only serves for parking. The Swiss-Trac
is equipped with a very efficient motor brake, with which the combination can be
slowed down reliably at any time.
Ledges and Obstacles
Kerbs and other obstacles always have to be driven over at right angles, never
sideways. Do not try to drive over ledges higher than 13 cm. This can damage the
wheelchair.
Parking
When parking the Swiss-Track, always remove the key and apply the handbrake.
Reflectors and Rear Lights
We recommend the installation of yellow reflectors on the spokes of the wheelchair
wheels and 2 red rear lights on the back of the wheelchair.
Never drive without a proper connection to the Swiss-Trac.
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