Invacare Lynx L-4 Mobility Aid User Manual


 
SECTION 6—OPERATION OF THE POWERED SCOOTER
Part No. 1143205 27 Lynx™L-3 & Lynx L-4
FIGURE 6.1 Control Panel
Operating the Scooter
ƽ WARNING
After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching
hardware is tightened securely - otherwise injury or damage may result.
DO NOT make sharp turns in the forward or reverse direction at excessive speed.
Failure to observe the warning can cause the scooter to tip over and may result in
injury to user and/ or damage to the product.
To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching
and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified
healthcare professional before attempting active use of the powered scooter.
Ensure seat is properly locked before attempting transfer into or out of the
powered scooter. Attempting unsafe transfers may cause a fall from the powered
scooter resulting in bodily injury.
For individuals with balance problems, practice transferring activities with an
assistant in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional. DO NOT attempt to
transfer into or out of the powered scooter without assistance.
1. Before operating the powered scooter, review Control Panel on page 26.
2. Charge the batteries. Refer to Charging the Batteries on page 41.
3. Install the batteries. Refer to Removing/Installing the Battery Box on page 38.
4. Transferring to and from the seat can be accomplished in one of two ways:
Flipping up the armrest makes entering/exiting easier.
Rotating seat to the direction of transfer. Refer to Adjusting 90° Seat Swivel on
page 32.
5. Once you have transferred into the seat, rotate seat to the forward position and flip
arms down.
6. Adjust the tiller to a comfortable angle. Refer to Adjusting the Tiller Angle on page 34.
Battery Charge Display
Throttle Control Lever
Speed Control Knob
Horn Button
Service Indicator
Key