Zippie Simba Notice D'utilisation page 12

DANGER!
• Do not hang heavy items such as shopping bags or
backpacks, on the push handles, head rest or backrest of the
wheelchair.
• These can change the tipping point and there is a risk of
tipping backwards.
• When reaching for objects (which are in front of, to the side or
behind the wheelchair) make sure that you do not lean too far
out of the wheelchair, as if you change the centre of gravity
there is a risk of tipping or rolling over.
• Only use your wheelchair properly. For example, avoid
travelling against an obstacle without braking (step, kerb
edge) or dropping down gaps.
• Only attempt stairs with the help of an attendant. There is
equipment available to help you, e.g. climbing ramps or lifts,
please use them. If there is no such equipment available, then
the wheelchair must be tipped and pushed, never carried,
over the steps (2 helpers).
• In general, any anti-tip tubes fitted must be set beforehand, so
that they cannot touch the steps, as otherwise this could lead
to a serious tumble. Afterwards the anti-tip tubes must be set
back to their correct position.
• Make sure that the attendant only holds the wheelchair using
securely mounted parts (e.g. not on the footrests or the
sideguards).
• When using the lifting ramp make sure that the anti-tip tubes
fitted are positioned outside the danger area.
• Secure your wheelchair on uneven ground or when
transferring (e.g. into a car) by using the wheel locks.
• For thigh amputees you must use anti-tip tubes.
• Before setting off, check that your tyre pressure is correct. For
rear wheels it should be at least 3.5 bar (350 kPa). The max.
pressure is indicated on the tyre.
• The knee-lever brakes will only work if there is sufficient tyre
pressure and if the correct setting has been made (see the
Chapter on "Wheel locks").
• The wheel locks are not intended to brake your wheelchair.
They are only there to ensure that your wheelchair does
not begin rolling unintentionally. When you stop on uneven
ground, you should always use the wheel locks to prevent
such rolling. Always apply both wheel locks; otherwise, your
wheelchair could tip over.
• The wheel locks have not been designed to be used as
brakes for a moving wheelchair.
• Always make use of elevators and ramps. If these are not
available, you should request the help of an attendant. They
should only grip the wheelchair at securely mounted parts.
If anti-tip tubes are fitted these must be folded away. A
wheelchair should never be lifted with an occupant; it should
only be pushed.
Simba
DANGER!
• If the seat and back sling are damaged, you must replace
them immediately.
• Do not lift or carry the wheelchair by the backtubes or the
pushhandles.
• Do not fit any unauthorized electronic equipment, powered
or mechanically operated mobility drives, hand-bike or any
other device that changes the intended use or the structure
of the wheelchair.
• Any combination with other medical devices requires the
approval of Sunrise Medical.
• Be careful with fire, in particular with burning cigarettes. Seat
and back slings can be set alight.
• If and whenever possible, during a journey in a specially
fitted vehicle for disabled people, vehicle occupants should
use the seats in the vehicle and the appropriate restraint
system. This is the only way to ensure that occupants
will have the maximum protection if there is an accident.
When using safety elements offered by SUNRISE
MEDICAL and using a specially designed safety system,
lightweight wheelchairs can be used as a seat when being
transported in a specially fitted vehicle. (See the Chapter on
"Transportation").
• Always make sure that the quick-release axles on the rear
wheels are set properly and lock in. If the button on the
quick-release axle is not pressed in, the rear wheel cannot
be removed.
• In particular when using lightweight metal handrims, fingers
will easily become hot when braking from a high speed or on
long inclines.
• If the wheelchair is subject to direct sunlight for a long period
of time, then parts of the wheelchair (e.g. frame, legrests,
brakes and sideguard) may become hot (>41°C).
• To avoid hand injuries do not grab in between the spokes
or between the rear wheel and wheel lock when driving the
wheelchair.
• When using the chair outside, always wear leather gloves
which will increase your grip and protect the fingers from dirt
and overheating.
• Do not use the wheelchair on slopes > 10°.
• The Dynamic safe slope is dependent on the chair
configuration, the user#s abilities and the style of riding.
As the user's abilities and style of riding cannot be pre-
determined then the max safe slope cannot be determined.
Therefore this must be determined by the user with the
assistance of an attendant to prevent tipping. It is strongly
recommended that inexperienced users have anti-tip tubes
fitted.
• Do not use your wheelchair on muddy or icy ground.
• Do not use your wheelchair where pedestrians are not
allowed.
• With all moving parts there is a natural risk of finger traps.
Please handle with care
• The wheelchair should not be used in heavy rain, snow,
slippery, or unsound surfaces.
• Do not use the wheelchair in hazardous environments.
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