E&J EJ777-2 Wheelchair User Manual


 
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2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WHEN USING YOUR EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS OR DAMAGE TO YOUR TRANSPORT CHAIR.
Safety requires the constant attention of the Transport Chair user and the attendant.
It is extremely important to learn and always use safe methods of performing basic
daily activities. Always consult your healthcare professional to determine those
methods most suitable for your individual abilities.
Protect yourself and your Transport Chair by having your Transport Chair serviced
regularly. Whenever any part of your Transport Chair is not functioning properly,
contact your Graham-Field dealer immediately, as a hazardous situation could re-
sult, causing personal injury or damage to your Transport Chair. ONLY EXCELLENT
CONDITION IS ACCEPTABLE WHERE SAFETY IS CONCERNED. Periodic inspection,
adjustment, and replacement of worn parts will provide many years of superb perfor-
mance.
EJ777-2 TRANSPORT CHAIR LABELS
Read all labels on your EJ777-2 Transport Chair before operating it. Do not remove
any of the labels.
WARNING: To avoid possible tilt hazard, do not leave user unattended. Attendant
must always be behind and in control of Transport Chair when user is being posi-
tioned or Transport Chair is in use.
WARNINGS
WARNING: The EJ777-2 Transport Chair maximum weight capacity is 400 lb (182 kg).
WARNING: Do not operate the Transport Chair on streets or roadways.
WARNING: Do not operate the Transport Chair on hilly or rough terrain, sand, wet or
icy surfaces, or surfaces with impaired traction. Ensure that pathway is clear of all
obstacles.
WARNING: Do not leave the Transport Chair on an incline.
WARNING: Do not turn the Transport Chair while going downhill, as the Transport
Chair could tip over.
WARNING: Do not attempt any incline or decline greater than six degrees (10% grade,
or one foot of rise or fall per ten feet of ramp length).
WARNING: This Transport Chair does not offer seating or occupant restraint equiva-
lent to the seat provided in a motor vehicle! To increase your safety while traveling
in a motor vehicle, always transfer to the vehicle seat and use the restraint provided
by the vehicle manufacturer.
WARNING: Do not tie down or attach anything to the wheels. This could cause tipping
and possibly result in injury or damage to the Transport Chair.
WARNING: The footplates' lowest point should clear the ground by at least 2
1
/2
inches, to permit proper clearance of potential obstruction.