Safety Notes - Tomtar TOKIN Mode D'emploi

Safety notes

In order to avoid misuse and dangerous situations, you should
practice safe handling of your new wheelchair on a flat and familiar
surface. In such case, an assistant is highly recommended.
• Never leave children and youngsters unattended in the wheelchair.
• Prior to using the wheelchair, please check whether all parts
attached have been fastened properly.
• The first attempts at moving the wheelchair should take place on a
level and manageable surface. Familiarise yourself intensively with
the braking and accelerating behaviour of the wheelchair when
moving straight ahead and turning corners.
• Please note that padded parts can become hot in direct sunlight and
lead to skin injury on contact. Therefore, cover these parts or protect
the wheelchair from direct sunlight.
• The wheelchair may not be misused for transporting several
persons or loads. Observe the specific function of the wheelchair.
• Never use your wheelchair while under the influence of alcohol or
other substances that may influence your ability to react or your
physical and mental receptiveness.
• Please note that redistribution of weight due to body movements or
loading the wheelchair can increase the risk of tipping over.
• By all means, use ramps to avoid obstacles.
• Cross grooves, tracks and similar impassibilities in a right angle
(90°), if you cannot move around them.
• There is a danger of tipping over to the rear starting at an angle
of +10°.
• Avoid wheeling against obstacles (steps, kerbs) at speed or jumping
down steps.
• Never stand on the foot plates to get in and out.
• Observe the road traffic regulations when on the road.
• If possible, wear bright, noticeable clothes. You will then be seen
better by other traffic participants.
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